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What to do in Berkeley this week, for $20 or less

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Published on November 26, 2019
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Want to get out and about this week, without breaking the bank? Here are five ideas for what to do in Berkeley for $20 or less.

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China Cats

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This Bay Area tribute band performs the songs of the Grateful Dead with spirited jams that carry their own genuine personality while paying homage to their musical forefathers. Since 2010 the China Cats have been performing throughout the West Coast including performances with Donna Godchaux, Melvin Seals and other Dead alumni.

When: Wednesday, Nov. 27, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center, 1317 San Pablo Ave.
Admission: $15
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The Science of Sleep

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“Science of Sleep” is a 2006 Michel Gondry film that follows Stéphane Miroux, a man whose vivid dreams and imagination often interfere with his ability to interact with reality. Stéphane is coaxed back to his childhood home after his divorced father passes away and his mother finds him a job at a calendar printing company in France. His hyperactive imagination then begins to interfere with his courtship of a neighbor.

When: Friday, Nov. 29, 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: Mangalam Center, 2018 Allston Way
Admission: Free
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Tuck and Patti

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For 36 years this unique, genre-crossing vocal/guitar jazz duo has cast its passionate musical spell worldwide, capturing the hearts of lovers, the respect of jazz buffs and the jaw-dropping awe of guitarists and singers. Patti’s rich mezzo soprano and deft songwriting and arranging is paralleled by Tuck’s passionately complex guitar work. This remarkable duo continues to stoke the fires, not only of their own love, but also of their love of life and their passion for making music together.

When: Friday, Nov. 29, 8-11:59 p.m.
Where: Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison St.
Admission: $15-$30
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Mackenzie Shrieve with Azuah

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Mackenzie is a multi-disciplinary writer and performer based in NYC. As a singer-songwriter, she bridges folk, indie, and pop in order to create her own sound. Drawing from personal experiences in her lyrical journey, Mackenzie makes music that invites her audience to explore themselves vulnerably, adventurously and honestly.

When: Friday, Nov. 29, 8:30-11:30 p.m.
Where: Cornerstone, 2367 Shattuck Ave., For music venue only enter on Durant (2110 Durant)
Admission: $10
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Skatalites

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2019 marks the 55th Anniversary of The Skatalites. The original members had played on hundreds of recording sessions before forming the band in 1964. In 1990 they embarked on their first headline tour of the U.S.A. and have not stopped touring the world ever since. Their unique infectious brand of real Jamaican ska pleases audiences of all ages across the globe year after year. 

When: Friday, Nov. 29, 9-11:59 p.m.
Where: Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave.
Admission: $20
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