What: Spirit & Soul Festival, Richmond Main Street Initiative; music, food, kids zone, silent auction, marketplace, wine & beer garden.

When:  Saturday, September 13, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.  

Where: Along Macdonald Avenue between 13th Street and Harbour Way, Richmond
More Information: Main Street Initiative website, or 510-236-4049.

What: Laurel Park Blues in the Park Festival, live music, BBQ.
When: Sunday, September 14, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Abraham Braxton Park, South 50th St. and Plaza Circle, Richmond, off Cutting Blvd.
More Information: 510-233-0777

What: Kensington Animal Fair, pet blessings, pet adoptions, service dog demonstrations, tortoise-petting and more!
When: Saturday, September 27, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Kensington Community Center, 59 Arlington Avenue, Kensington
More Information: Check this webpage, or email Nina Harmon or by phone at 510-579-4634.

What: El Sobrante Stroll; music, food, parade, classic cars, crafts
When: Sunday, September 21; Parade starts at 11 a.m., event ends at 4 p.m.
Where: San Pablo Dam Road, El Sobrante, between Appian Way and El Portal Drive.
More Information: El Sobrante Chamber of Commerce, 510-223-0757