.

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

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

Road Dog Revue featuring Randy McDonald
Empress Marquee Club — Thursday, February 19

Join us for this exclusive intro to painting class at the Mare Island Brewing Co Ferry Taproom!!! We will guide you each step of the way in a fun and judgment-free environment! You and your significant other, friend, family, ect. will paint this lovely image one step at a time! No Experience Needed!

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.

February’s Sound Session brings Music Trivia Night to The Exchange. Love songs, heartbreakers, and the perfect excuse to show off what you know.

‍Show Features‍
‍2 Huge Buildings Packed Full of Trains!
Dealers from across the country with merchandise for sale, including: Engines, Rolling Stock, DVD's,
Hats, Scenery, Material, Track, T-Shirts, Books, Magazines, Tools, Lionel, DCC, Thomas, New, Used, Collectible,
Jackets, Toys, Maps, Memorabilia, Everything Trains!
Huge Operating Model Train Displays
Free Workshops and Demonstrations
Free Test Track - Test Run Your Trains at the Show
Plus Much, Much More!

Black History Month Special Presentation: Soldier, Educator and Diplomat – Charles Young. The 3rd black West Point graduate and highest ranked Black officer until the time of his passing.

Guest Speaker: Charles Blatcher, III, author, publisher, Founder/Chairman and Principle Advocate for the National Coalition of Black Veteran Organizations

Paint a (belated) Valentine's Day themed acrylic artwork on a 11x14" canvas! The instructor will walk you step by step to complete your masterpiece. All ages - materials provided. Please register!

Alvon Johnson is a versatile American blues, jazz, and R&B musician, singer, and entertainer. He is widely known for his time as a vocalist and guitarist with the legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group, The Coasters, and for his dynamic solo career.

‍Show Features‍
‍2 Huge Buildings Packed Full of Trains!
Dealers from across the country with merchandise for sale, including: Engines, Rolling Stock, DVD's,
Hats, Scenery, Material, Track, T-Shirts, Books, Magazines, Tools, Lionel, DCC, Thomas, New, Used, Collectible,
Jackets, Toys, Maps, Memorabilia, Everything Trains!
Huge Operating Model Train Displays
Free Workshops and Demonstrations
Free Test Track - Test Run Your Trains at the Show
Plus Much, Much More!

Visit Mare Island's historic chapel during our Open Chapel days and experience its serene beauty and rich history at your own pace. Step inside to admire the famous Tiffany stained glass windows and take in the intricate details of this iconic site.

Never picked up needles before? No worries! Becca will walk you through everything from casting on (aka getting started) to nailing the knit stitch. You'll work on a small project using the garter stitch, then learn how to cast off when you're done. She'll also demo some handy tricks like increases, decreases, and how to read patterns without your brain melting.

Join Forbidden Puppet Cabaret and the San Francisco Bay Area Puppeteers Guild at the Vallejo Naval and History Museum as we celebrate PUPPETS and those that bring them to life. Humorous, touching, moving, astounding skits by a marvelous variety of performers in an unforgettable puppet variety show.

During this petting-zoo style program, animal lovers are allowed careful handling of all types of creatures: snakes, lizards, frogs, turtles, tortoises and even some bugs!

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.

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.

Come boogie with me at the library for an upbeat workout, jamming to some Hip Hop, R&B, Latin, and Bollywood tunes. Light Cardio Class 1: 5:15 - 6:15pm & Cardio Dance Fitness: 6:30 - 7:30pm

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.

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

Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just finding your sea legs, we’ve got a spot at our table for you. Bring your projects, bring your tales, and leave your filter at the door. Here, every stitch tells a story, every pattern has a purpose, and every gathering ends with new friends and finished pieces.

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.

Join us for a fun, stress-free painting class where you’ll create your own masterpiece in just two hours! Follow along as the instructor paints a themed artwork on the easel, and feel free to add your own personal touch.

Rock & Gem show with vendors selling lapidary rough, minerals, gems and lapidary equipment & supplies.

A community celebration honoring Black history, culture, creativity, and excellence right here in Downtown Vallejo.

This educational and cultural program challenges long-standing myths of the American West by centering the often-erased history of Black cowboys-skilled horsemen, ranchers, trailblazers, and community builders who played a critical role in shaping the nation.

A mezzo-soprano with a voice like dark honey, Grant has been singing jazz and R&B in the Bay Area for over 30 years at venues such the Donatello Hotel in San Francisco, the Ledson Hotel in Sonoma, the Empress Theater in Vallejo, Sam’s Chowder House in Half Moon Bay, Nick’s in Pacifica to name a few. She is the great-great-niece of famed ragtime composer Scott Joplin and is a frequent participant in the West Coast Ragtime festival.

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

Ron Burris is a talented saxophonist who is based in Vallejo, California. His early background was in R&B, including performing with Project Soul, a group that later had success as Con-Funk-Shun. After becoming inspired by Gene Ammons, he switched his focus to jazz. A few years ago, Burris released his debut CD, Mr. Cool, soon followed by a second album, Shades Of Jazz, and now presenting his third and latest album, Ron Burris Jazz... Never Felt So Good.

Rock & Gem show with vendors selling lapidary rough, minerals, gems and lapidary equipment & supplies.

VALLEJO DRAG IS BACK to celebrate March at Bambino's Vallejo!

Are you ready for February DRAG hosted by no other than Sadie C. Sparkles and MissCherrylane. It’s a chance to embrace the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQ+ community and enjoy a brunch experience like no other.

In Her Power is a group exhibition celebrating women’s presence, strength, and creative expression. Anchored by a collaborative, life-size sculptural work by resident artists Priscila Soares and JeanCherie, the exhibition brings together works by women artists exploring power as something lived, embodied, and deeply personal.

Hum, sing and strum along on your ukulele with instructor Lorenza Gibson in this casual jam session for all levels.

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.

Come boogie with me at the library for an upbeat workout, jamming to some Hip Hop, R&B, Latin, and Bollywood tunes. Light Cardio Class 1: 5:15 - 6:15pm & Cardio Dance Fitness: 6:30 - 7:30pm

The first Wednesday of every month is game night in the Program Room at the JFK Library. Join us at 5:30 PM for board games and other activities. 

If you have a game you would like to try out, we encourage you to bring it!

Hello all needlework and fiber art enthusiasts! Come join us for our monthly yarn & thread week every 1st Thursday of the month. All experience levels welcome, we will learn together while we work. Some materials available while supplies last.

Our Monthly Collage Workshop at The Exchange.

Transform forgotten fragments into fresh narratives in our monthly collage workshop. Each session offers a chance to explore new techniques, experiment with composition, and create something uniquely yours in good company.

Our Monthly Collage Workshop at The Exchange.

Transform forgotten fragments into fresh narratives in our monthly collage workshop. Each session offers a chance to explore new techniques, experiment with composition, and create something uniquely yours in good company.

Drinks • Lecture • Macabre Tales

Join us for an adults only Curator talk exploring the city’s darker history. Crimes, hauntings, conspiracies, scandals, and more!

Love puzzles? Have extras you've already completed? LOVE the library? Join us for the PUZZLE EXCHANGE!

Do you remember Peggy Sue? Can you rock around the clock?

Join us for a light buffet and music by DJ Rue at The Vallejo Museum’s sock hop fundraiser.

Join us for Open Mare Island, a special self-guided tour event hosted by the Mare Island Historic Park Foundation. Wander through the island’s historic district, discover hidden gems, and learn the stories behind one of California’s most fascinating naval sites.

In Her Power is a group exhibition celebrating women’s presence, strength, and creative expression. Anchored by a collaborative, life-size sculptural work by resident artists Priscila Soares and JeanCherie, the exhibition brings together works by women artists exploring power as something lived, embodied, and deeply personal.

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.

Let's create some beautiful paper flowers to welcome Spring! 

Enjoy a warm cup of coffee, delicious pastries, and a variety of puzzles and games while meeting new friends. It's a wonderful way to start your day and make new connections in a welcoming environment. Best of all, it’s completely free!

Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month from 9am-10:30am

Ages 55+

FREE

In collaboration with Solano County Animal Control, kids and families are invited to read aloud to adoptable animals, helping them feel loved while building reading confidence.

Come boogie with me at the library for an upbeat workout, jamming to some Hip Hop, R&B, Latin, and Bollywood tunes. Light Cardio Class 1: 5:15 - 6:15pm & Cardio Dance Fitness: 6:30 - 7:30pm

This guided review of legacy poets from around the world is an intimate exploration group, meeting to review many fine & famous (or infamous, or not-so-famous) poets of the past & present who have left a mark on literature, the art of poetry, and society as a whole.

Each month we gather to transform humble materials into beautifully crafted brooms that’ll make your everyday cleanup feel like an upgrade. Whether you’re drawn to classic corn brooms, sleek hearth sweepers, or want to design something that’s never been seen before- there’s a spot at the workbench with your name on it.

No prior experience needed! Our crew of makers ranges from first-time crafters to seasoned hands, all sharing the same mission: creating functional art that’s too pretty to hide in the closet and that’ll make sweeping feel like showing off.

Class price: $60

Based on Sarah Lyons' transformative book of the same name, we explore the radical roots of witchcraft as community care, self-preservation, and resistance. From kitchen table remedies to protest protection, historical practices to modern applications, we're reclaiming tools that have empowered the marginalized for centuries.

Join us for a fun, stress-free painting class where you’ll create your own masterpiece in just two hours! Follow along as the instructor paints a themed artwork on the easel, and feel free to add your own personal touch.

Join us for a fun, stress-free painting class where you’ll create your own masterpiece in just two hours! Follow along as the instructor paints a themed artwork on the easel, and feel free to add your own personal touch.

M)EAT CARNIVAL serves up a unique dining experience like no other. Each event brings vibrant demonstrations of unusual dishes, to set up a sensational atmosphere for a next-level experience you would be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. In fact, the pop-up locations are not released until a week before each event. Beware, (M)EAT CARNIVAL isn’t for everyone, so if getting your fingers dirty with exotic flavors and eating al fresco is your idea of fine dining, then this should be on your culinary bucket list.

This one-of-a-kind experience is inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean. Each pop-up event brings our team of chefs, each showcasing our interpretation of Medi-American cuisine cooked over a live fire. Explore the space, discovering something new around every corner – no two dishes are alike and no two (M)EAT CARNIVALS are exactly the same.

You asked for something fresh — we’re launching it!

A brand NEW monthly dance series inside the club… think Thursday Night Live, now Friday.

What to Bring: yourself and your child(ren), mats (or borrow one from the library), a small blanket, a pillow for comfort, water, and space to let go and relax. Come out to relax.

A community celebration of gardening for all levels! Explore vendors, free seeds and resources, hands-on activities, and local experts focused on sustainability, food growing, and outdoor wellness.

We’re teaming up with the Humane Society of the North Bay to bring adoptable dogs of all breeds to our Coal Shed Brewery! Mugsy's Pet Supply and Powell Bros. Pet Supply will be here as well with shop items—perfect for new pet parents. Share a cuddly moment and pet some adoptable dogs on the waterfront.

Roots Man Project plays high energy Roots Reggae dance music!

We have shared stages with reggae legends: The Wailers, Marlon Asher, Anthony B, Jamaican artist Turbulence, Midnite, Junior Toots, Hirie, E.N. Young (our music producer), President Brown, Tuff Like Iron, Kava Jah, Triple Tree, Arden Park Roots and more. Our non-stop energy can fire up a crowd in no time and it's all feel-good positive vibes! Check out the Instagram pages going back to 2014 showing hundreds of happy smiling faces having a great time!

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.

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.

M)EAT CARNIVAL serves up a unique dining experience like no other. Each event brings vibrant demonstrations of unusual dishes, to set up a sensational atmosphere for a next-level experience you would be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. In fact, the pop-up locations are not released until a week before each event. Beware, (M)EAT CARNIVAL isn’t for everyone, so if getting your fingers dirty with exotic flavors and eating al fresco is your idea of fine dining, then this should be on your culinary bucket list.

This one-of-a-kind experience is inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean. Each pop-up event brings our team of chefs, each showcasing our interpretation of Medi-American cuisine cooked over a live fire. Explore the space, discovering something new around every corner – no two dishes are alike and no two (M)EAT CARNIVALS are exactly the same.

Drinks • Lecture • Macabre Tales

Join us for an adults only Curator talk exploring the city’s darker history. Crimes, hauntings, conspiracies, scandals, and more!

One Night Only!!!!!

Katie Knipp is bringing her powerhouse voice, serious guitar energy, and genre-bending sound to the Empress Theatre for a night that’s part concert, part vibe, and 100% unforgettable.

If you love live music that feels alive… the kind of night where the room locks in and you feel it in your chest.

Her newest album “Dance Me” dives into dance-forward territory with electronic remix vibes — blending House, Drum & Bass, Neo-Soul, Electro-Funk, Trip-Hop, and more. Translation: she can take you from a raw, soulful moment to something that makes you want to move.

In Her Power is a group exhibition celebrating women’s presence, strength, and creative expression. Anchored by a collaborative, life-size sculptural work by resident artists Priscila Soares and JeanCherie, the exhibition brings together works by women artists exploring power as something lived, embodied, and deeply personal.

Each new moon, we gather to connect, reflect, and set intentions in good company. This gentle evening ritual has been nurturing our community through seasons of change, offering a monthly pause to breathe, share, and draw strength from each other.

Join us at Mare Island Brewery Ferry Taproom to discuss monthly book themes! In celebration of the new year, the theme this month will be: New Year, New Book! Pick a genre that you do not normally read. Go out of your comfort zone and expand your reading horizons in 2026.  

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.

Come boogie with me at the library for an upbeat workout, jamming to some Hip Hop, R&B, Latin, and Bollywood tunes. Light Cardio Class 1: 5:15 - 6:15pm & Cardio Dance Fitness: 6:30 - 7:30pm

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

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

Join us after hours for glow in the dark mini golf at the library! Ages 5 to 13 are invited to attend.

Celebrate women in music through the crackle and warmth of vinyl. March’s Sound Sessions honors Women’s History Month with a curated listening party featuring iconic female artists. We’ll spin selected albums, share context and stories, not as background- but as the main event. If you have an album you’d like to play and tell us what it means to you, please bring it to share!

Learn the basics of fishing, including casting, tying knots, baiting a hook, fishing safety, understanding fishing ethics, and watershed education.

All fishing tackle will be provided. No personal tackle allowed.

Get ready for an afternoon of non-stop hits and timeless classics with Soul'd Out Band! This talented band will take you on a musical journey through the decades with their eclectic mix of genres and styles. From the soulful sounds of Stevie Wonder to the upbeat rhythm of Bruno Mars, they've got something for everyone. Not only that, but they also play all your favorite top 40 hits! Whether you're a fan of pop, rock, hip-hop or R&B, Soul'd Out Band has got you covered.

In Her Power is a group exhibition celebrating women’s presence, strength, and creative expression. Anchored by a collaborative, life-size sculptural work by resident artists Priscila Soares and JeanCherie, the exhibition brings together works by women artists exploring power as something lived, embodied, and deeply personal.

Make yourself a scrunchie (or a few) in this beginner-friendly sewing program. We will be providing all materials, and machines but if you already have any fabric you want to use, please feel free to bring it. Provided fabric consists of stable wovens such as quilting cotton.

If you are a kid interested in this program, we will be hosting a kid's version March 25th.

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.

Make yourself a scrunchie (or a few) in this beginner-friendly sewing program. We will be providing all materials, and machines but if you already have any fabric you want to use, please feel free to bring it. Provided fabric consists of stable wovens such as quilting cotton.

If you are a teen interested in this program, we will be hosting teen version March 24th.

Come boogie with me at the library for an upbeat workout, jamming to some Hip Hop, R&B, Latin, and Bollywood tunes. Light Cardio Class 1: 5:15 - 6:15pm & Cardio Dance Fitness: 6:30 - 7:30pm

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.

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

Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just finding your sea legs, we’ve got a spot at our table for you. Bring your projects, bring your tales, and leave your filter at the door. Here, every stitch tells a story, every pattern has a purpose, and every gathering ends with new friends and finished pieces.

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.

Join us for a fun, stress-free painting class where you’ll create your own masterpiece in just two hours! Follow along as the instructor paints a themed artwork on the easel, and feel free to add your own personal touch.

Ready to brew your own delicious kombucha at home? Join us for this FREE workshop in partnership with Cultivate Community Food Co-Op and renowned Kombucha maker Ian Griffin, where Ian will guide you through everything you need to know to become a confident kombucha maker!

Join us for an underwater egg hunt at Splash and Hunt! Egg Hunt begins at noon.

Key Lime Pie brings their “Rock & Roll, Latin Soul” and puts on a show that will have you tapping your feet and bobbing your head to the beats. And before you know it, you'll be shaking a leg on the dance floor with friends (and maybe even some strangers).

Feeling Fishy? Come to the JFK Library to try and beat our aquarium-themed escape room in under 30 minutes!

Registration is suggested to secure a spot, but not required. Please register your group to experience the activity together.

This is an ALL AGES event, with a difficulty recommended for ages 13+.

A mezzo-soprano with a voice like dark honey, Grant has been singing jazz and R&B in the Bay Area for over 30 years at venues such the Donatello Hotel in San Francisco, the Ledson Hotel in Sonoma, the Empress Theater in Vallejo, Sam’s Chowder House in Half Moon Bay, Nick’s in Pacifica to name a few. She is the great-great-niece of famed ragtime composer Scott Joplin and is a frequent participant in the West Coast Ragtime festival.

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

In Her Power is a group exhibition celebrating women’s presence, strength, and creative expression. Anchored by a collaborative, life-size sculptural work by resident artists Priscila Soares and JeanCherie, the exhibition brings together works by women artists exploring power as something lived, embodied, and deeply personal.

Papa Joe & The New Deal, your family band. When you come see their show you are instantly a member of the family. They will entertain you with feel good music that you are sure to recognize and love. They will give you a show that might touch 60 to 80 songs because of their ability to move in and out of songs with the greatest of ease. They will move you with soul, R&B, reggae, old school funk and Latin rock.

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.

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.

Egg Hunt, Twitch the Easter Bunny, Activities, Photo Opportunities, Concessions, Games, Crafts, Music, and More!

Ages 2-13

M)EAT CARNIVAL serves up a unique dining experience like no other. Each event brings vibrant demonstrations of unusual dishes, to set up a sensational atmosphere for a next-level experience you would be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. In fact, the pop-up locations are not released until a week before each event. Beware, (M)EAT CARNIVAL isn’t for everyone, so if getting your fingers dirty with exotic flavors and eating al fresco is your idea of fine dining, then this should be on your culinary bucket list.

This one-of-a-kind experience is inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean. Each pop-up event brings our team of chefs, each showcasing our interpretation of Medi-American cuisine cooked over a live fire. Explore the space, discovering something new around every corner – no two dishes are alike and no two (M)EAT CARNIVALS are exactly the same.

M)EAT CARNIVAL serves up a unique dining experience like no other. Each event brings vibrant demonstrations of unusual dishes, to set up a sensational atmosphere for a next-level experience you would be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. In fact, the pop-up locations are not released until a week before each event. Beware, (M)EAT CARNIVAL isn’t for everyone, so if getting your fingers dirty with exotic flavors and eating al fresco is your idea of fine dining, then this should be on your culinary bucket list.

This one-of-a-kind experience is inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean. Each pop-up event brings our team of chefs, each showcasing our interpretation of Medi-American cuisine cooked over a live fire. Explore the space, discovering something new around every corner – no two dishes are alike and no two (M)EAT CARNIVALS are exactly the same.

where grace meets power

Come Celebtate the Planet!

where grace meets power

Punk in the Park comes to Vallejo!

The Adicts, Dead Kennedys, The Exploited, Nekromantix, Manic Hispanic, Codefendants, N8noface, Naked Aggession, 8Kalacas, Sissyfit & more!