A coalition of Bay Farm Island Homeowners’ Associations and Temple Israel invite the public to attend this in-person, two-hour candidate forum. Sunday, October 11 at 2:00 PM Temple Israel, 3183 Mecartney Road Hear the candidates respond to a select number of Bay Farm Island questions and share what they would do, if elected, to help shape the future of our Bay Farm community. Show up and let them know your vote counts. Residents are encouraged to arrive early as seating is limited to approximately 120 people. Event will not be recorded or live-streamed.

Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America) is launching our their Scouting for Food community service campaign this November. Across Alameda, thousands of Scouts and volunteers are rallying to collect non-perishable food items to support our local food bank. Your participation is needed to fight local hunger! Here is how you can help: Saturday, November 7: Scouts will distribute door hangers detailing the food drive and requested items. Saturday, November 14 (Collection Day): Please place your non-perishable donations outside on your doorstep or porch by 9:00 AM. Our Scouts will collect your donations and deliver them directly to various food collection areas. Thank you for your generous support!

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Temple Israel of Alameda 3183 Mecartney Road Alameda, CA 94502 Free Admission & Parking! Since 2008, Temple Israel of Alameda has hosted the Alameda Holiday Fest on Harbor Bay, a beloved community holiday tradition that year after year has become a must-attend event for shoppers and vendors alike. Items for purchase include apparel, artwork, baked goods, books by local artists, crocheted items, fused glass, honey, jam, jewelry, knitwear, photography, plants, soap, theater tickets, woodwork, vintage items, and more. It’s your one-stop shop to check everyone off your gift list, while keeping your dollars local! Best of all, the Alameda Holiday Fest is a fundraiser for Temple Israel, Alameda’s oldest Jewish organization and