The Berkeley Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere production of “Yellowjackets”, August 29th - October 12th. Set in the halls of Berkeley High, the school newspaper publishes an insensitive story and students suddenly find themselves embroiled in a volatile controversy—and even their teachers seem unprepared to deal with the repercussions.This insightful new play by Bay Area native, Itamar Moses, is a fiery collision of race and class that compels us to examine familiar surroundings with fresh eyes. For tickets and more information berkeleyrep.org.

One book for San Francisco!

San Francisco Public Library and One City One Book sponsors including KBLX are excited to explore and celebrate San Francisco author Tamim Ansary's memoir with an unparalleled series of book discussions, author events and more.  In West of Kabul, East of New York: An Afghan American Story, we travel at Ansary's side, as he gives us rare access to Afghan culture - from the time of "old Afghanistan" through Soviet rule, and later the Taliban.

After 9/11, Afghanistan once again found itself upon the world's stage and in direct conflict with the United States - and yet, the country was as obscure to the West as ever.  Tamim Ansary, who has lived embedded in both American and Afghan society, is uniquely capable of reaching across both cultures, and through his experiences he begins to inspire the empathy necessary to transcend differences.  His stirring memoir offers much to discuss.

It's time to read!

Pulitzer Prize winner August Wilson’s inspired final play Radio Golf comes to the Moutanin View Center for the Performing Arts, October 8th - November 2nd. This is a powerful elegy for a lost time, a hustling comedy-drama set in a neglected Pittsburgh neighborhood at the twilight of the 20th century, 1997. There, a charismatic African American politician is running for mayor, caught between the fresh-faced spirit of the future and the soulful voices of the past. For tickets and more information log on to theatreworks.org.  

Come down and "Show Off Your Style" with Antoine Davis and KBLX at Kimball's Carnival, and get a chance to win a VIP package to the sold out Maxwell concert.  We'll be at Kimball's Carnival on the Friday, October 10th, 24th and 31st to celebrate 1800 ways KBLX listeners get down, so come out and join us!  Kimball's Carnival is located in the heart of Jack London Square at 522 2nd Street.  Come before11pm and you are in for free.  Kimball's Carnival is newly renovated with plush furniture, state of the art lighting/sound, and the best DJ's that money can buy!  Come party with kblx on Fridays in October, and sign up to win your VIP package to the sold out Maxwell concert!

America's fastest growing disese isn't cancer.  It's not heart disease.  It's diabetes.  More than 21 million Americans are living with it - and while we don't have a cure, what we have is YOU.  Join the thousands of people like you who are making a difference.  Register for "Step Out to Fight Diabetes".  Step Out is a family-friendsly fund raising walk taking place in Walnut Creek at Civic Park or San Jose in Guadalupe River Park on Sunday, October 12th.  To learn more or to register, visit http://diabetes.org/stepout, or call 888-DIABETES.  Join the American Diabetes Association, the nation's leading non-profit health organization.

Sing along with your favorite Disney songs when Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic playing the ORACLE Arena October 15th-18th and HP Pavilion at San Jose October 22nd-26th. For tickets and more information log on to Ticketmaster.com.

Did you know that even though breast cancer is more common in Caucasian women, African American women are more likely to die from the disease? What’s the difference?… Early detection. African American women are less likely to get tested on a regular basis, meaning that breast cancer is usually caught later, when it is more difficult to treat. It doesn’t have to be this way. Getting an annual mammogram can save your life. Join Kevin Brown and the K-B-L-X family for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer in Golden Gate Park on October 18^th and Guadalupe River Park in San Jose on October 25^th. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer will help raise funds for American Cancer Society programs on research, education, advocacy, and patient services. Log on to www.cancer.org for more information or call the American Cancer Society at 1-877-906-7222. 

The 20th Annual Fiesta on the Hill happens on Sunday, October 19th from 11am-6pm in Bernal Heights.  This alcohol-free street festival brings friends and neighbors together.  Join them for pony rides, a petting zoo, pumpkin patch, local artists, live music, food and much more.  For more information visit, visit www.bhnc.org/fiesta.

Come out and experience the joy, happiness and laughter that is the Universoul Cirucs featuring Twisted Soul, bending their bodies into one and feel the love of Sheer Romance, an aerial ballet coming to Oakland October 25th – November 2nd. Just look for the Big Top across from the Shell Gas Station on Hegenberger Rd. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com.

Cedric Stewart and The Bay Valley Corvette Club and Friends Present an exclusive private Halloween Cruise, October 26 -November 2nd. Your’e invited to join the fun on this  fabulous seven-day cruise on the carnival cruise ship “victory” from miami to San Juan Puerto Rico. There’ll be lots of games, costume contests, great prizes, R & B concerts and live comedy. For more information and reservations at wecruisin.com or call 916-684-8025.
 

Find out what happened before Dorothy dropped in...The musical Wicked, returns to the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco, January 27th - June 27th. For tickets and more information, log on to Ticketmaster.com.