The days are getting longer, the sun is out, and Alameda is hosting some exciting upcoming events this week. Get ready for the Special Olympics 5K & Polar Plunge, the Rock n’ Roll Flea Market, CarrierCon, and two culinary classes. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-take-plunge/
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CarrierCon 2026 is coming to the USS Hornet Sea, Air, and Space Museum on March 21 and 22. Last year, more than 2,000 people boarded the historic vessel for cosplay meetups and photo ops on the flight deck, artist and vendor booths in the hangar bay, and tabletop gaming in the decks below. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/carriercon-2026-coming-uss-hornet-march-21-22/
A mystery began when USS Hornet volunteer Mal Sloane found a class ring in a dusty desk drawer in an area of the ship that had been closed since 1970. A heartwarming conclusion is unfolding, and the Hornet is now working out the details to return the long-lost ring to its deceased owner's family. https://alamedapost.com/news/uss-hornet-volunteer-finds-1966-high-school-ring-returns-deceased-owners-family/
You don’t have to scramble for a last-minute dinner reservation in order to celebrate Valentine’s Day this weekend. Paint a masterpiece, kayak together, shop local, catch a show, visit an art gallery, and dance the night away to a live swing band aboard the USS Hornet! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-valentines-day-date-ideas/
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After a sold-out party last year, the Valentine’s Day Swing Dance promises another fantastic evening aboard the USS Hornet. Vivian Delchamps Wolf chats with Rebecca Roudman about the lively event and the special history of the headliner, Death and Taxes Swing Band. Photo by Rebecca Roudman. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/swinging-back-hornet-valentines-night-music-dance-history/
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Time is ticking. Do you have plans for New Year's Eve yet? Check out nearby events, grab your tickets, and celebrate the start of 2026! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-ring-new-year/
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"Sundown to Eleven," a new documentary starring Richard “Dick” Miralles, the last surviving member of the U.S. Navy’s Air Group 11, is now streaming free on YouTube. The film comes from director George Retelas, an employee and long-time volunteer at the USS Hornet Museum. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/wwii-documentary-sundown-eleven-now-streaming-free-youtube/
You snooze, you lose! All of our featured events for the week are one day only, so be sure to mark your calendars. Attend an author talk, learn about careers in science and technology, celebrate Diwali, see Alameda's neon signs, and check out a beer and sushi pairing! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-catch-while-can/
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Reach out and touch a real space capsule, see how ships navigate, or build a moonbase at the USS Hornet’s Techs on Decks 2025, on Saturday, November 15. Admission is free for students and teachers with school ID—and there’s free Domino’s pizza! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/techs-decks-2025-uss-hornet/
Don't wait until the 31st to get spooky! Get into the Halloween spirit this weekend with the Teen Haunted House, a paranormal tour, the Monster’s Bash, Brawl-O-Ween, festive paddle boarding, WitchFest, and Krampus Carnivale. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-halloween-kicking-gear/
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