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

Seventeen-year-old Lily Hu can’t remember exactly when the feeling took root—that desire to look, to move closer, to touch. Whenever it started growing, it definitely bloomed the moment she and Kathleen Miller walked under the flashing neon sign of a lesbian bar called the Telegraph Club. Suddenly, everything seemed possible. But America in 1954 is not a safe place for two girls to fall in love, especially not in Chinatown. Red-Scare paranoia threatens everyone, including Chinese Americans like Lily.

Meticulously researched, emotionally stirring, and startlingly brave, Last Night at the Telegraph Club is a standout work of historical fiction that has taken the world by storm.

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.

Empress Marquee Club

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

Turn your midweek into something powerful with Wednesday Blues at the Empress Marquee Club, featuring blues-rock guitarist and vocalist A.C. Myles.

Celebrate love and Valentine’s Day with an evening of music in the beautiful, candlelit setting of St. Peter’s Chapel. This special concert features an array of love songs that speak to romance and the heart—bringing together timeless standards and modern favorites.

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.

A national bestseller when it first appeared in 1963, The Fire Next Time galvanized the nation and gave passionate voice to the emerging civil rights movement. At once a powerful evocation of James Baldwin's early life in Harlem and a disturbing examination of the consequences of racial injustice, the book is an intensely personal and provocative document.

2026 Community Symposium Prevention & Recovery

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The only live show paying tribute to the biggest K-POP stars!

ive beneath the surface and discover the magic of Hidden Fantasea. A drag show at Redwood Empire Hosted by Ariel Jackson Hollywood

Every 2nd Friday from 5pm-9pm, experience fine arts, music, craft boutiques, galleries, local shops, and the great restaurants of Downtown Vallejo.

Don’t miss this very special art opening of original works by Vallejo-based artist Roberta Weir, taking place during Vallejo Art Walk.

Explore the blurred lines between everyday objects and artistic expression with a focus on fiber and textile art. In this rebellion against the distinction between Craft and Art, we invite you to experience the surprising and delightful diversity of these works while marveling at the skill, intuition, knowledge and wisdom behind their making.

Glow in the Dark Golf

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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.

Make your Thursday night something special with Thursday Night Live at the Empress Marquee Club, featuring Marla Goody, Alan Revelo, and Revelation.

Doors open at 5:30 PM
Dinner available
Show starts at 6:30 PM

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.

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.

Bay Biz Events Presents: POP UP Mimosa Bar

Bay Biz Events Presents:XO Market Open Mic

Bay Biz Events Presents:XO Market Vendors, Music, & Sips

Valentine’s Day High Tea Champagne, Roses & Lollipops

Hosted by The Vintage Crumb, join us for a sweet and cozy Valentine’s Day Cake & Sip at Studio Luz in Vallejo from 1–3 PM! You’ll decorate your very own 5 in. mini heart cake with step by step guidance! No experience is needed, just come ready to have fun! Perfect for a date, friends, or a fun Valentine’s treat for yourself.

Celebrate friendship, love and joyful memories at this Valentine's Day - themed senior prom. Enjoy music, dancing, hors d'oeuvres, and heartwarming activities. Attend solo, with a guest, or with friends. A warm and inclusive evening hosted in partnership with the Florence Douglas Center. 

Tides & Tunes SF Bay Ferry

Enjoy free entertainment onboard SF Bay Ferry! Catch live performances onboard select routes.

VALENTINE’S DAY EDITION 2/14

6:00pm -8:45pm

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.

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.

With over fifty years of experience, Juan has toured extensively across Asia, Europe, the Caribbean, and the United States. His collaborative spirit has led him to perform and record with an impressive roster of artists, including Prince, Tony Toni Tone, Miguel, El Chicano, Con Funk Shun, Patti LaBelle, Amerie, Chingy, Jody Watley, Lou Bega, MC Hammer, Lionel Richie, En Vogue, El DeBarge, Freddie Hubbard, Barry White, Herbie Hancock, Cyndi Lauper, Teri Lynn Carrington, Bobby McFerrin, Tito Puente, Cheryl Lynn, Raphael Saadiq, and Carlos Santana, among many others.

A Valentine’s Night of Soul, Romance & Smooth Groove

Make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable with an evening of soul, R&B, and romance at the Empress Theatre featuring Jay King of Club Nouveau and acclaimed saxophonist Shawn Raiford. This is a night designed for connection, atmosphere, and music that still knows how to speak directly to the heart.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with an electrifying live performance by The Trunk Boiz at NorthStar. This event promises an unforgettable night filled with vibrant music and high-energy performances.

VALLEJO DRAG IS BACK to celebrate February (and MissCherryLane’s birthday) 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.

Now you don't have to go to SF or Sac just to get a laugh, you have a real comedy club right here in Vallejo with the best italian food on this side of the bay!

We'll have a full bar with deliciously unique cocktails, the full menu of heavenly italian style cuisine and a quaint atmosphere for comedy lovers to enjoy the funniest comedians we can find from all over the country.

Join Mychal Threets—author, former Solano County Library librarian, and beloved Reading Rainbow host—for a joyful talk and celebrating the launch of his new book, I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy. Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:00AM at the Fairfield Community Center.

Mychal will be joined by an amazing group of author and illustrator friends, including Jeff Kinney, the #1 New York Times bestselling creator of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series; Kaylani Juanita, award-winning illustrator and author of Magnificent Homespun Brown and When Aidan Became a Brother; and Joanna Ho, New York Times bestselling author of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners. After the presentation, Mychal will be available for a book signing.

Let the good times roll at our 2026 Mardi Paws Celebration, a joyful evening benefiting the Humane Society of the North Bay!

Enjoy a Cajun-style buffet by award-winning Vallejo favorite Provisions (vegetarian options available). Mingle and toast the night at Provisions’ French Quarter–style bar as you reconnect with old friends and make new ones. After dinner, let the fun continue with our high-energy Dessert Dash, where sweet treats and friendly competition collide.

Join us at the Vallejo Brewing Company to discuss monthly book themes!

In celebration of Black History Month, the theme this month will be: African-American/Black Authors.

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.

In 1972, when workers in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, were digging the foundations for a new development, the last thing they expected to find was a skeleton at the bottom of a well. Who the skeleton was and how it got there were two of the long-held secrets kept by the residents of Chicken Hill, the dilapidated neighborhood where immigrant Jews and African Americans lived side by side and shared ambitions and sorrows.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

One Night Only!!!!!

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.

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.

Punk in the Park comes to Vallejo!

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