On the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 4:30, Join us in the Makerspace for games, activities, and crafts.

No sign-up is required and all materials are provided.

This is a children's program. Ages 6-12.

Sip calm. Breathe slow. Heal loud.

This is more than an event...it's a wellness experience designed to help you exhale, reconnect, and feel supported in community.

Join us for an evening of:

• Mood-based herbal wellness sips

• A soothing sound bath

• Intentional community connection

• Gentle nervous-system regulation in real time

This space is open to everyone—mothers, entrepreneurs, creatives, healers, and community members who are ready to slow down and be held for a moment.

Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere with other English learners.

Please join us for our monthly painting & drawing night on the 3rd Thursday of each month. 

We will have materials provided for:

• Watercolor & Acrylic painting

• Coloring

• Drawing

We also encourage any participants to bring other projects that they are working on, even if no painting/drawing is involved.

On the first 4 Thursdays of the month from 6-7PM the Vallejo John F. Kennedy library hosts events where adults can craft and feel creative!

Free

Power duo who aim to share an uplifting musical experience and bring joy to their audiences.‍

This power duo featuring Sarah Larkin (of The Real Sarahs) and Jon Tyson (of Burning Down the House) formed out of a daily pandemic live stream to warm the hearts of friends and fans stuck at home. Their live shows feature Larkin's evocative singing and songwriting, Tyson's instrumental dexterity, and a mix of Americana covers incorporating vocal harmony, humor and relaxed vibes. These two aim to share an uplifting musical experience and bring joy to their audiences. Be prepared to smile.

Sound Sessions is our monthly Friday night series where the format changes but the vibe stays the same: welcoming, unpretentious, and all about bringing people together through music.

June’s Sound Sessions brings Music Bingo to The Exchange- and trust us, it’s way more fun than regular bingo. Instead of numbers, you’re listening for song clips. Think of it as “Name That Tune” mashed up with bingo. We’re covering the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s, if you spent any time listening to radio, MTV, or making mixtapes, you’ve got this. Come solo and make new friends, or bring your crew and dominate.

Tickets: $20/person OR $60 4. (Members get 20% discount)

Parade: 9am

Festival: 11am-5pm

Live entertainment, food & merch vendors, health & wellness, Job training and employment opportunities, homeownership, financial planning, child & family services, kids activities, face paining & more!

Enjoy a slow Saturday morning at the Farmers’ Market in historical downtown Vallejo – the biggest market in Solano County, showcasing just-picked California-grown fruits, veggies, greens and herbs.

No reason to stop at the produce. You’ll also find freshly made bread, pastries, pastas, desserts and snacks. Take home some tamales, pick up a jar of local honey, and treat yourself to a bouquet of flowers. No need to wait until you get home to eat. There are plenty of food truck to power your walk up and down Georgia Street.

World Giraffe Day is celebrated annually in June. This day of awareness was created by the Giraffe Conservation Foundation to celebrate and educate the public about the tallest land animal in the world. World Giraffe Day coincides with the summer solstice, otherwise known as the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere.

Discovery Kingdom Conservation Days highlight our park’s beloved animals and the conservation work supporting their wild counterparts. Each Conservation Day, we partner with a wildlife conservation group to raise awareness about their critical work. All proceeds from our Conservation Day events go to the partner organization.

Our Conservation Day events feature educational activities, animal appearances, animal care specialist talks, animal art, and prize drawings! All proceeds from our Conservation Day events benefit the partner organization that we are supporting on the day of the event.

We are thrilled to welcome the band Private Practice, for an afternoon of incredible live music. From 1pm to 4pm, you'll enjoy the sweet sounds of Private Practice, playing everything from smooth instrumentals to thumping dance grooves. Sip on a glass of our award-winning wines as you soak up the sun and let the music wash over you.

Make a day of it and bring your friends and family for an unforgettable outing. Whether you're a music lover, a wine connoisseur, or just looking for a relaxing way to spend the day, our winery has everything you need for a perfect afternoon.

Food: Fredrick's Catering featuring BBQ tri-tip, chicken, hot dogs, sandwiches, and sides.

Misc: Gate opens at noon. Minors welcome, kids 12 and under are free. Well mannered and well managed puppy dogs are welcome in the outside venue area. We will have seating for everyone. Your own comfy folding chairs are welcome. *You may bring your own water and "light snacks."

**NO large catering trays, chafing dishes, tables, or other large party supplies allowed. Must coordinate celebrations with venue. info@vinogodfather.com

Tickets: $17 online, $22 at the door

Vallejo local singer, Joyce Grant returns to the Ferry Taproom with her powerful mix of jazz, blues, and R&B.

Joyce Grant singer/songwriter, determined at an early age that she was going to be a singer and spent her elementary and high school days performing in choir and musical theater. She is the great-great-niece of famed ragtime composer Scott Joplin and has written lyrics to four of his songs. She has participated in the West Coast Ragtime Festival for several years. City Swing started a new chapter in 2007 with jazz singer Joyce Grant. She is the lead vocalist for City Swing, an 18 piece big band. Grant has been singing jazz in Bay Area venues for over 20 years. A mezzo-soprano with a voice like dark honey, Grant has a performance resume which includes a wide range of venues including the Empire Plush Room and Zingari Ristaurante in San Francisco, the Ledson Hotel in Sonoma, Sam's Chowder House & Cetrella in Half Moon Bay, the Sticky Rice in Fairfield, Carneros in Napa, Slates in Walnut Creek, Joe’s of Lafayette, and the Woodminster Amphitheater just to name a few. Born in Texarkana, the town where Scott Joplin was raised, Grant moved to Oakland as a child where she started singing with the North Oakland Baptist Church Youth Choir. Since that time she has earned the respect of singers and musicians alike performing professionally in San Francisco, the East Bay, Walnut Creek, Napa Valley and beyond. Her unique shows consist of a blend of jazz, blues, country western, Rhythm and Blues, and funk. Her vocal interpretations range from sensitive to powerful to cheeky over a broad spectrum of charts. Joyce Grant is a member of ASCAP.

Sargent Tucker is a multi-talented lead singer-song-writer, and musician. Today, ST’s new arsenal, “The Militia” is a handpicked group of extraordinarily talented veteran musicians who march in step with ST, arming their live shows with musical versatility, covering several genres: Soul, Blues, Jazz, Rock, Funk, and R&B.

ST remains in the (Top #10) on International and US Radio Stations. “We’re in This Love Together,” an Al Jarreau Cover, charted (#1) on the Urban Influencer Chart in the U.S. November 2025, and was “SoulTracks Song of The Month” July 2025. Also, ST was nominated by SoulTracks Readers’ Choice Awards, Male Vocalist of the year 2025. Previously, ST’s single: “No One Can Replace You” (Remix) Charted (#1) 2025, (U.S.). These achievements followed his United Kingdom Hit; I’m In Need (For Your Touch) Charting (#1) on London Music Radio (LMR) 6/2023. And, ST was hand-picked by the University of California Davis (UCD) Chancellor’s Office Entertainment Department, and introduced as a musical alumnus in the prestigious UCD Magazine (3/2023). ST first charted (#1) in the UK 2016, with a remix, “I Need Your Love”, featuring Drizabone, and since then has continued to top the charts.

Persistence has paid off for Sargent Tucker, his full-length album, “You’re The One For Me” will drop summer (2026). ST and The Militia, are also recording new music, and will be taking it to the stage!

Admission: $23 in advance, $28 at the door

BBQ Dinner: $23.15

Join us on Sunday, June 21st at Vino Godfather Winery for an afternoon of dance music by the internationally touring show Kalimba.  This "Spirit of Earth Wind and Fire" show provides an Earth Wind & Fire experience so satisfying it transports audiences back to the excitement of the first time they heard these unforgettable songs. Last year they had a full dance floor, and all the tables were reserved. Get your tickets early for this one!

Be ready to hear all of your favorites, including September, Shining Star, Boogie Wonderland, After the Love Has Gone, Let's Groove, That's the Way of the World, Devotion, Reasons, Sing a Song, Can't Hide Love, Getaway, Fantasy, and Love's Holiday just to name a few.

Food: Delicious Dishez will be serving up Cajun Cuisine: southern fried chicken, fried fish, shrimp, fresh hand cut chicken tenders, sticky icky wings, gourmet Mac n cheese, collard greens, seasoned fries, and hush puppies!

Tickets: $45 online, $40 at the door

Singer, songwriter, and story teller, March is a breezy roots-based musician based out of California.

March is a native Californian who is a transplant to the Sacramento area where he quickly earned an engaged fanbase and regular performance opportunities. Early on, legendary promoter Jerry Perry added him to a distinguished roster of performers in Perry’s exclusive summer concert series. But March’s Bay Area upbringing is indelibly etched in his evocative lyrics, and his storyteller songwriting. His breezy roots-based musicality recalls the heart-on-your-sleeve tradition of Jason Isbell, Patti Griffin, Tom Petty, Paul Simon, and Jackson Brown. Thematically, March’s songs explore social commentary, aspirational self-talk, compassion, impressionistic descriptions of his beloved Bay Area hometown, and the many lives he’s lived.

Learn Spanish together at Español en Coro! This informal club practices Spanish through conversation, games, and activities. No class pressure—just community learning. All levels welcome.

Practice Spanish in a relaxed, welcoming environment! This informal club brings learners together to explore Spanish through conversation, games, and activities. While it’s not a formal class, participants will learn collaboratively and occasionally connect with Spanish speakers for conversation practice. Beginners, learners, and speakers of all levels are welcome.

Please join us for an hour of yoga meditation every Tuesday. Know and experience the true meaning of Yoga during a weekly Sahaja Yoga session. All are welcome.

Draw, paint, stitch, knit, and make. All are welcome!

Every Tuesday @ 6:30pm in the second floor meeting room.

Join us at Children's Wonderland Park for fun, songs, and stories every Wednesday at 11:15am! This weekly storytime runs from May 13-October 28 thanks to a partnership with GVRD. 

Location:
360 Glenn St. Vallejo, CA 94590
Free parking in the lot between Children's Wonderland and Vallejo Parent Nursery School. Enter through the castle doors guarded by crocodiles to the magical world of Children's Wonderland! Climbing features include a pirate ship, train, "steaming" teapot and much more! 

Admission:
Admission to Children's Wonderland is free for Vallejo residents. Visitors from outside of Vallejo may be asked to pay an entrance fee per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and adults may not enter without a child. 

Weather: 
Dress appropriately! The storytelling area has covered seating, and it can be chilly in the mornings during the spring and fall. It warms up quickly during the summer. Children's Wonderland will remain closed on rainy days. To check for closures, please visit https://www.gvrd.org/children-s-wonderland.  

In case of unexpected park closures, families are invited to spend the day playing at the Vallejo Springstowne Library.

Spooky Book Club meets on the last Wednesday of each month at 6 pm. Read any title on-theme and join us for great conversation and community. This is our club, so you can bring questions to present to the group, discussion points to address, or just chill and vibe with us.

MONTHLY THEMES

January: Monsters & Creatures: Vampires, werewolves, demons, cryptids, or anything non-human and terrifying. 

February: Folk Horror & Urban Legends: Curses, rituals, superstition, isolated communities, local myths.

March: Survivor’s Guilt: Survivors, slashers, killer-on-the-loose stories.

April: Psychological Terror: Unreliable narrators, paranoia, mind games, and slow-burn dread.

May: Haunted Places: Ghosts, cursed houses, abandoned buildings, restless spirits.

June: Weird Fiction & Cosmic Horror: Eldritch vibes, the unknowable, reality-bending strangeness

July: Body Horror: Transformation, disease, medical terror, the uncanny in flesh.

August: Dark Academia: Creepy campuses, secret societies, intellectual obsession.

September: Eco-Horror & Nature Strikes Back: Creatures, plants, or environmental forces turning hostile.

October: Supernatural Thrillers: Possessions, exorcisms, occult forces, or mysterious powers.

November: International Horror: Any horror written by or set in another country/culture.

December: Gothic Classics & Modern Gothics: Old mansions, family secrets, brooding atmosphere, gothic romance elements.

Free to attend

Practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere with other English learners.

Come join to unwind and work on papercrafts every 4th Thursday of the month. All skill levels welcome, we will learn together while we work. We will be providing all materials.

We provide craft materials for:

• Quilling

• Paper flowers

• Origami

We also encourage any participants to bring other projects that they are working on, even if no papercrafts are involved.

On the first 4 Thursdays of the month from 6-7PM the Vallejo John F. Kennedy library hosts events where adults can craft and feel creative!

Free to attend

"Zak Fennie is a singer–songwriter who has spent over a decade igniting stages across the Bay Area with his voice, his songs, and genuine connection to his audience. Rooted in the Napa Valley, Zak’s career began as a busker and has since grown into a steady presence on stages and festivals across the entire West Coast, all driven by the same commitment to his songwriting craft and the human spirit. Zak’s music is forged in the crucible of real life, shaped by the stories he’s carried, the lessons he’s learned, and the people who continue to inspire him."

Vallejo — something different is landing at the Marquee Club.

The Mad Youth - ONLY $20 brings an Empress Theatre takeover built for high energy, underground edge, and a room full of people ready to move. This is a night centered on emerging voices pushing sound and style forward — a mix of alt, electronic, underground, and genre-bending performance.

Featuring

Aizik Ulysses brings a moody, expressive sound rooted in alternative R&B and experimental pop — introspective, but built for a live room.

DJ Pers keeps the floor moving with a mix of hip-hop, house, and club edits — expect transitions that don’t let the energy drop.

Luvr Grl taps into that new wave of emotional, internet-era pop — melodic, atmospheric, and vibey.

Hugo rounds out the lineup with a versatile set that leans into rhythm, texture, and crowd connection.

This isn’t a sit-back show. This is a stand up, move, feel it kind of night.

Tickets: $21.50 General Admission, $91.50 Table for 4

Enjoy a slow Saturday morning at the Farmers’ Market in historical downtown Vallejo – the biggest market in Solano County, showcasing just-picked California-grown fruits, veggies, greens and herbs.

No reason to stop at the produce. You’ll also find freshly made bread, pastries, pastas, desserts and snacks. Take home some tamales, pick up a jar of local honey, and treat yourself to a bouquet of flowers. No need to wait until you get home to eat. There are plenty of food truck to power your walk up and down Georgia Street.

The Mirage Band has established itself as one of the most sought-after performers in the Bay Area for all events. The Mirage Band transcends the typical cover band, offering a unique musical experience. Led by the founder, William “Henry” Concepcion, the band features lush synthesizers and keyboard-driven sophisticated arrangements. The lead vocalist, Victoria “Marivic,” delivers soulful performances, complemented by a team of experienced musicians and vocalists. Their harmonious blend of pop, rock, adult contemporary, R&B, and Funk creates a diverse musical palette that captivates audiences and evokes the essence of popular hits.

Food: Gaga's Rollin Diner will be serving up a variety of seafood & steak sandwiches, various seafood baskets, ribs, burgers, sides and much more!

Misc: Gate opens at noon. Minors welcome, kids 12 and under are free. Well mannered/managed puppy dogs are welcome in the outside venue area. We will have seating for everyone. Your own comfy folding chairs are welcome. *You may bring your own water and "light snacks."

**NO large catering trays, chafing dishes, tables, or other large party supplies allowed. Must coordinate celebrations with venue. info@vinogodfather.com

NO outside alcohol of any kind!

Tickets: $17 online, $22 at the door

Long time Bay Area, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer.

David Bustamante is a long time Bay Area singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer. He is the band leader for the legendary S. F. FilAm Rock band, DAKILA. David enjoys performing his favorite songs as a duo with percussionist, Bobby Santos. His favorite childhood instrument is the ukulele which is a featured instrument used during his performances. David recently released his single, “Mama Ko” by Dakila which is available on all streaming platforms.

From sultry Standards and breezy Bossa Nova to fiery Salsa and Latin Jazz. Experience the versatility of Julie Brand

Julie Brand is a noted Latin Jazz singer who has performed Sold Out shows at the iconic Empress Theater in Vallejo

Admission: $17 in advance, $22 at the door

BBQ Dinner: $23.15

My name is Maximiliano Cortes, I am leader of Max Cortes Y Su Orquesta. I have been playing music since I was 18 years old. I grew up in the San Francisco Mission District and was heavily influenced by Carlos Santana’s band. My interest in playing the Congas, Bongos, and Timbale drums was a direct result of watching his band perform at the Fillmore West and Winterland venues in SF. I studied with percussionist Louie Romero, who was Willie Colon’s Timbalero, but mostly self-taught listening and studying numerous recordings throughout the years. I have performed in various Salsa bands over the years, as a sideman, and in 2019 I started my own band. We perform various styles of music including Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, Ballads, Latin Rock and Latin Jazz. We always aim to please the audience by offering different genres of music. We don’t want anyone to feel “left out”. We perform at different venues in the bay area, one highlight being that we were the opening act for headliner Pete Escovedo and his Orchestra at the Pittsburg Seafood Festival in 2023. My main motivation for performing music is to give the audience a chance to put their cares behind them and give them a moment in time to appreciate life through music and dance.

Food: Gaga's Rollin Diner will be serving up a variety of seafood & steak sandwiches, various seafood baskets, ribs, burgers, sides and much more!

Misc: Gate opens at noon. Minors welcome, kids 12 and under are free. Well mannered/managed puppy dogs are welcome in the outside venue area. We will have seating for everyone. Your own comfy folding chairs are welcome. *You may bring your own water and "light snacks."

**NO large catering trays, chafing dishes, tables, or other large party supplies allowed. Must coordinate celebrations with venue. info@vinogodfather.com

NO outside alcohol of any kind!

Tickets: $17 online, $22 at the door

Nathan X Moody “ Moody”  born in Bay Area California is cancer survivor, lover of the arts, multi-instrumentalist performer and musician. Born in the 90’s and plays genres true to his upbringing of Funk, Soul, Rock n Roll, Pop, Soul, Jazz, Blues and everything in between. He loves the Groove and putting people in the Mood. A Musician who’s played across the Country from the charming street corner’s of San Francisco, festival stages, Historical French Quarter of New Orleans, to the intimate settings of a candlelit bar he does it all. Take your time and Experience the sounds of Moody.

Learn Spanish together at Español en Coro! This informal club practices Spanish through conversation, games, and activities. No class pressure—just community learning. All levels welcome.

Practice Spanish in a relaxed, welcoming environment! This informal club brings learners together to explore Spanish through conversation, games, and activities. While it’s not a formal class, participants will learn collaboratively and occasionally connect with Spanish speakers for conversation practice. Beginners, learners, and speakers of all levels are welcome.

The JFK Library Sewing Circle is a social group for anyone that likes to hand or machine sew.

Bring a project and meet new people who share your hobbies at the JFK Library Sewing Circle! This event is held in the Makerspace. We have some sewing machines and sergers, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Please register if you would like to use one of our machines.

Available Supplies and Machinery:

• Fabric Scraps

• Thread

• Rulers

• Fabric Shears

• Pins

• Seam rippers

• Iron

• Sewing Machines

• Sergers

Registration is not required unless you would like to use one of the library's sewing machines. If you intend to bring your own machine, or plan to work on a hand-sewing project, you do not need to register.

Free to attend

Please join us for an hour of yoga meditation every Tuesday. Know and experience the true meaning of Yoga during a weekly Sahaja Yoga session. All are welcome.

Draw, paint, stitch, knit, and make. All are welcome!

Every Tuesday @ 6:30pm in the second floor meeting room.