Alameda briefs: USS Hornet to host AAPI Heritage Month event May 6
ALAMEDA
The USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum will host an Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 6. Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders have a rich heritage thousands of years old and have shaped U.S. history and been dramatically influenced by it.
The USS Hornet will have a special exhibit in the hangar bay for guests to enjoy that is in partnership with Friends and Family of Nisei Veterans and the Bataan Legacy Project. Representatives from each group will be on hand to discuss their individual exhibits.
The main event, which will start at 1 p.m., will be introduced by museum board member Jon Yuen and will be blessed by the Rev. Harry Gyokyo Bridge, of the Buddhist Church of Oakland. The exhibit will remain on display through the month of May. The USS Hornet museum is docked at 707 W. Hornet Ave. in Alameda.
— USS Hornet
Apply by May 11 for various openings on city commissions
The Alameda City Council is soliciting applications from residents who would like to serve on the city of Alameda’s various boards and commissions. Application forms can be completed and submitted on the city’s website or by emailing the City Clerk’s Office at clerk@alamedaca.gov.
Interested persons are encouraged submit applications to the city clerk by May 11. For a list of the vacancies, visit bit.ly/alapanelopeningsapril2023 online and to apply online, visit bit.ly/alapanelapplyapril2023. Contact the City Clerk’s Office with any questions at 510-747-4800.
Homeless housing project to open May 3 on Fifth Street
Starting at 10 a.m. May 3, the city of Alameda will host a grand opening celebration for Dignity Village, a two-story, 47-unit interim supportive housing project at 2350 Fifth St., next to the College of Alameda.
Dignity Village will serve up to 61 individuals experiencing homelessness or chronic homelessness, with five units set aside for homeless youth ages 18 to 24. Each unit measures 138 square feet and has a private bathroom. Additional community buildings in Dignity Village include a dining space, meeting rooms, private offices for support services staff and storage for resident belongings.
People in need of housing will be referred through the Homeless Management Information System, which is managed by the Coordinated Entry Program of the Alameda County Health Care Services Agency’s Office of Homeless Care and Coordination. For the initial housing placement, Alameda’s unhoused residents will be given priority.
The city led the effort to develop Dignity Village, partnering with nonprofit developer DignityMoves and on-site service provider and property manager Five Keys Schools and Programs (Five Keys). The city was awarded a $12.3 million grant from the state’s Homekey Program to build Dignity Village and $2.35 million from Alameda County to cover five years of operating services.
— city of Alameda
Kiwanis Club’s centennial celebration happening May 3
The Alameda Kiwanis Club invites one and all on May 3 to celebrate its 100th anniversary in honor of the club’s first meeting on May 2, 1923. Alameda has seen many changes in population and infrastructure, and throughout it all the Kiwanis Club has accompanied our town in community outreach, particularly towards children and youth. The club sponsors programs aiding children and recognizing young leaders and this year will award $100,000 in college scholarships to Alameda high school graduates.
The festivities will be held in the Alameda Elks Lodge ballroom at 2255 Santa Clara Ave. and will include dinner and presentations by special guests. A social half-hour will start at 6:15 p.m., and dinner will be served at 6:45 p.m. Bert West, the president of Kiwanis International, will be the club’s honored guest. Tickets are $65 per person and must be ordered in advance at PayPal@alamedakiwanis.org or by check mailed to Alameda Kiwanis, P.O. Box 1217, Alameda, CA 94501.
— Alameda Kiwanis Club
Boys & Girls Club to host Kids Nite Out on May 5
Join the Alameda Boys & Girls Club for an unforgettable evening that will truly exemplify their mission. From 6 to 9 p.m. May 5, Kids Nite Out is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet and socialize with the amazing youth and teens whom ABGC serves, learn their stories and show them that you care. It’s also loads of fun!
The cost is $100 per Big Buddy, which also sponsors your youth Little Buddy. Sponsorship packages receive Big Buddy admissions. The post-event gathering from 9 to 11 p.m. for adult Big Buddies immediately after is the club’s way of thanking sponsors for supporting our kids. Parking at the club is very limited, so club officials recommend carpooling or ride-sharing.
The ABGC invites you to invest in their youth by partnering with them for this special event. Proceeds help the club continue providing their proven high-impact and affordable youth development programs and services, skilled and caring adult mentorship and a positive, safe environment for Alameda youth and teens.
The club offers several levels of sponsorship for individuals or businesses. Sponsorships are an excellent way to contribute, enhance your business and receive special benefits. For more event information, visit bit.ly/abgc2023kidsniteout online.
— ABGC
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