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Weekend Things: Bollywood Stars, Stockton Stroll, Spring Fling and More

It's a star-studded weekend indeed with an exciting Bollywood show, art on Stockton Avenue and San Pablo and a neighborhood celebration, as well as a few bees and flowers.

Rena Ragimova, Neighbor
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So many events, so little time! Plan well and enjoy your weekend. 

Friday


  • 's South Asian Students Union (SASU) invites you to attend an evening of Bhangra dancing, a South Asian fashion show, an awards ceremony and a special performance by  students.
    Price: $4-$6

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  • Come out to Stockton Avenue for the popular art stroll organized by , , the (with a and (which is also having an ).
    Price: Free

    • Saturday

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    • Stamp Out Hunger is the nation's biggest one-day food drive, and all you have to do is leave a bag of non-perishable food by your mailbox so your mail carrier can pick it up. Last year they collected a record 77.1 million pounds of food across the United States. Help them beat last year's record and feed hungry families.
      Price: Cost of donated food.


    • Keep Kensington looking lovely by trimming weeds and clipping bushes along its many neglected paths. This group will meet at Marchant Path above the historic Marchant Dairy farmhouse.
      Price: Your labor


  • It's hard not to notice that San Pablo Avenue has undergone a transformation, and this party is a celebration of just that. There will be a tour of the avenue's new historic-cultural markers, refreshments, prizes and a dedication of theater stars by the .
    Price: Free


  • Stop at the for an opening reception for three artists, Bryan Goldenberg, John Hanses and Edward Franco. There will be artful hors d'oeuvres and live entertainment.
    Price: Free

    • Sunday


    • The author of Backyard Beekeepers of the Bay Area will be answering questions and signing books at the . Joining her will be a Marshall's Farm representative with honey tasting and even an observation hive.
      Price: Free


    • El Cerrito has a Heritage Roses Group and they will be showcasing rare and heritage roses at the . There will be rose-themed arts, crafts, jewelry and books and even some rose-flavored snacks.
      Price: Free

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