Let's meet at Sports Basement in Berkeley on Sun, 11/16 at 11am. Originally a skating rink named Iceland, used by several gold medalists, artifacts from that era decorate the store. It has a balcony for interesting perspectives and lots of wonderful merchandise to sketch. Hope to see you there!

Continuing our yearly tradition of sketching at the beautiful Mountain View Cemetery, 5000 Piedmont Ave. Let's meet by the fountain, (right turn after the entrance) at 11am, Sunday, 10/19. (Note: Only if it's raining, meet at St. Mary's Cemetery; 4529 Howe St. instead) Hope to see you there!

Let's sketch at Strawberry Park *after* we meet at The Hidden Cafe on 9/28 at 11am. After coffee, we can sketch the playground, foot bridge, trees, stream, and people. Note: Parking can be challenging. Meet in front of The Hidden Cafe. 1250 Addison St, unit 111, Berkeley.

Join us this month on 4th Street to sketch shop windows, people, coffee, houses, food, and other interesting finds. Let's meet in front of Peet's Coffee, 1776 4th St., at 11am, Sunday 8/24. Hope to see you there!

Join us 7/27. It's a unique waterfront location where people have been making sculptures and paintings for decades. It features a beach, birds, wildflowers, amazing views, and lots of walking trails. Meet at the entrance. Leave extra time to park. Bring a seat and a hat. Hope to see you there!

Join us this month at Heather Farms Park on Sunday, 6/29 at 11am. There's a rose garden, gazebo, walking paths, and ponds with ducks and turtles. Meet at the Community Center, 301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek. Pass the sign, to the left, find covered parking. Arrive early to see the large park.

✒️Join us to sketch houseboats, a vintage ice cream truck, friendly goats, a giant alligator and other Burning Man sculptures.This is a tranquil spot with a lovely Bay view. Bring your lunch or enjoy a bite to eat at the Sailing Goat. (GPS tip: try 1900 Western Dr.) Hope to see you there!

I don't need much - just coffee and a sketchbook.

✒️ Let's meet again on Sunday, April 27th, 11am at Berkeley Horticultural Nursery. Sketch plants, people, flowers, garden tools, koi pond, etc. Indoor/outdoor space full of inspirations. Bring a stool to sit & please be courteous not to block the aisles for customers. #eastbaysketchers

Look at the details on that blanket! Go Pat!