April is full of fun on the island! You can dance with the Alameda Soul Club, dream big on the USS Hornet, try a New Orleans seafood boil at Humble Sea, celebrate Earth Day at the Alameda Spring Shindig, see fantastic photography exhibits, and so much more. Mark your calendars and grab your tickets! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-mark-your-calendars/

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Ready to launch into a world of science, technology, engineering, and math? Join the USS Hornet for a free, high-energy day of hands-on discovery for Alameda youth on Sunday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/free-uss-hornet-stem-day-alameda-youth-april-12/

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CarrierCon returned to the USS Hornet, Sea, Air, & Space Museum over the March 21-22 weekend, drawing an estimated 2,000 fans of anime, gaming, comic books, and VTubers to the sold-out event. Vicky Nguyen talks with Hornet staff, vendors, and attendees about the beloved convention. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/fans-climb-aboard-the-uss-hornet-for-sold-out-carriercon/

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We are one step closer towards a new arts facility on Alameda Point. On March 23, the Planning Board unanimously approved the development plan amendment for the Radium Theatre Performing Arts Center. Karin K. Jensen reports that the center would have a 550-seat theater, restaurant, and rooftop bar. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-advances-new-radium-theater-performing-arts-center/

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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/

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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/

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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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