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Monday, August 10, 2026
The Neighborhood Network (BDPNN) is partnering with Collective Resilience for pilot testing of its first mini-grants program! The program will distribute $10,000 in funding for neighborhood groups…
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Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Is Your Neighborhood Ready? Scientists are warning that the upcoming El Niño could be the strongest on record. Are you and your neighbors prepared for what’s ahead? What roles could neighborhood…
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Thursday, April 30, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
In an era of increasing climate disasters and ongoing systemic challenges, true safety isn’t just about having the latest disaster gadget —it’s about having a self reliant, connective and inclusive…
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Thursday, January 29, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Starting in late 2025, the area around San Ramon has experienced hundreds of small earthquakes as part of a quake swarm. Earthquake swarms are unique, containing many small tremors in a very…
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Thursday, October 30, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Part 1: Ava Energy If you’re a Berkeley resident, you’re probably familiar with Ava Energy. They’ve been the source of Berkeley’s renewable energy since 2018. But did you know that they also have a…
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Saturday, October 18, 2025 · 11:00 AM
Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose St., Berkeley
BDPNN will be tabling at the annual Berkeley Harvest Festival (at Cedar Rose Park). Come for the food, rides, contests, music, and be sure to stop by our table and say hello! A great event for…
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Thursday, October 16, 2025 · 11:00 AM
Dwinelle Plaza, UC Berkeley, South Dr, Berkeley
10:16 a.m. … Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On! Then join us at Dwinelle Place on the UC campus.
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Thursday, July 31, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Come join fellow Berkeley residents to hear how Berkeley Firewise communities are preparing neighbors to defend against and respond to possible wildfires. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Photo: Aftermath of…
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
In-person gathering at the Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists Church (at the corner of Cedar and Bonita) Thursday, May 29th, at 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. There’ll be free drinks and appetizers,…
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Thursday, January 30, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
with Susan Snyder Houston,TX.,9/3/2005–Counselors and volunteers help stressed and grief stricken evacuees deal with the trauma of Hurricane Katrina in the Astrodome. FEMA photo/Andrea Booher We know…
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Saturday, October 5, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline Street, Berkeley
Co-hosted by Alameda County District 5 Supervisor Keith Carson and the Oakland Firesafe Council First 300 families will get a free emergency kit! BDPNN will be tabling in a booth—please stop by and…
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Thursday, May 30, 2024 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Safe Evacuation (with Barbara Morita) Stabilizing & Moving Injured Victims Skills training on how and whether to safely move an injured victim. Success depends upon a good plan. We will logic our way…
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Thursday, February 29, 2024 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Critical Life-Saving Measures with an Earthquake Focus (unedited) VIDEO of Barbara’s presentation now available on Youtube . PDF of Barbara’s handout available here . Barbara calls it “Practical…
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Thursday, November 30, 2023 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Come join us for a series of short (10 min.) presentations on various disaster prep tech, such as: Helpful apps to keep on your cellphone to support your emergency notifications, disaster planning,…
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Saturday, October 21, 2023 · 11:00 AM
Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose St., Berkeley
Join the City of Berkeley for the annual Harvest Festival, a chance to honor the Fall season with live music and kids’ activities. The Festival also features a Food Contest to celebrate our City’s…
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Sunday, September 17, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Live Oak Park, 1301 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley
Mark your calendars and join BerkeleyReady for a community fire preparedness event and the centennial commemoration of the 1923 Berkeley Fire. There is no registration is required to attend. This is…
Event details →Thursday, August 31, 2023 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Click here for a PDF of Bill Springer’s Powerpoint presentation. Click here for a PDF of Bill’s “Hot Links”! Berkeley Disaster Prep Neighborhood NETWORK is back at the BFUU Church (corner of Bonita…
Event details →Wednesday, August 23, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoom
Registration required. Building codes are regulations governing design, construction, alteration, and maintenance of structures. They are the foundation for community resilience. This free, web-based…
Event details →Thursday, August 10, 2023 · 1:00 PM
Zoom
Registration required. This web-based training addresses seismic assessment and retrofit of detached single-family wood-frame dwellings. The simplified assessment methodology uses a six-page form to…
Event details →Wednesday, July 19, 2023 · 6:30 PM
Zoom
Reservation required . Wildfires are now more frequent, destructive, and fast-moving than ever. Berkeley residents must change how we prepare and respond. This Berkeley Office of Emergency Services…
Event details →Saturday, July 15, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Reservation required . Join Berkley CERT for an in-person training on Disaster Mental Health. CERT volunteers and emergency responders encounter things during a disaster that are unpleasant and…
Event details →Tuesday, July 11, 2023 · 2:00 PM
Zoom
Registration required. Many concrete buildings were constructed prior to the enactment of modern seismic provisions in building codes, and some of these non-ductile concrete buildings are prone to…
Event details →Thursday, June 22, 2023 · 4:30 PM
Zoom
Registration required. Planning for disasters and emergencies often takes time and resources that aren’t currently available and often out of reach. Not taking the time to upgrade your safety…
Event details →Saturday, June 17, 2023 · 8:00 AM
Dublin Civic Plaza, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin
Reservation required . The LISTOS program is comprised of a series of discussions which: Are organized by community members for the benefit of their own community Present the basic ideas for…
Event details →Thursday, June 15, 2023 · 12:30 PM
Zoom
Registration required. Arts Organizations Preparedness 101 identifies the hazards that are most likely to impact your organization’s operations and programming. Participants will begin to craft a…
Event details →Thursday, June 15, 2023 · 10:00 AM
Zoom
Registration required . The Theodore Payne Foundation in Southern California is offering a free Zoom seminar on garden design and maintenance to help protect homes in high-risk fire areas. This…
Event details →Thursday, June 8, 2023 · 6:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Reservation required . Join Berkley CERT for an in-person training on CERT Organization! This is the second unit in the full 8-part CERT curriculum. “CERT Organization” covers the Incident Command…
Event details →Thursday, June 8, 2023 · 4:30 PM
Zoom
Registration required. Emergency Planning and Business Insurance for Artists is an interactive session for artists looking to protect the health and safety of themselves, their studios, and their art…
Event details →Saturday, June 3, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Reservation required . Join Berkley CERT for an in-person training on CERT Organization! This is the second unit in the full 8-part CERT curriculum. “CERT Organization” covers the Incident Command…
Event details →Sunday, May 21, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Every 5 years the Berkeley Path Wanderers Association sponsors a path survey and compiles the observations into their Paths Condition Report , which guides path improvements, such as adding handrails…
Event details →Tuesday, May 16, 2023 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Reservation required . Join Berkley CERT for an in-person training on Disaster Preparedness ! This is the first unit in the full 8-part CERT curriculum. “CERT Disaster Preparedness” addresses…
Event details →Wednesday, May 10, 2023 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Berkeley Ready is hosting a monthly gathering to talk about all things disaster preparedness in the City of Berkeley. Each month will feature a guest speaker or disaster preparedness discussion…
Event details →Saturday, May 6, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Reservation required . Join Berkley CERT for an in-person training on Disaster Preparedness ! This is the first unit in the full 8-part CERT curriculum. “CERT Disaster Preparedness” addresses…
Event details →Thursday, March 2, 2023 · 3:00 PM
The City of Berkeley Office of Emergency Services and American Red Cross are hosting an in-person, hands-on disaster shelter worker training in South Berkeley. Interested in training alongside city…
Event details →Thursday, October 28, 2021 · 7:00 PM
Thousand Oaks Neighborhood Association presents … featuring representatives from Berkeley Office of Emergency Services CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Berkeley Disaster Prep Neighborhood…
Event details →Sunday, October 17, 2021 · 10:00 AM
Berkeley Path Wanderers (BPW) is leading a series of walks to familiarize Berkeley residents with some of the key paths that could be critical evacuation routes in a large-scale disaster. Escape from…
Event details →Thursday, October 7, 2021
OCT. 8-9 CITYWIDE VIRTUAL DRILL: LEAVING FOR EXTREME FIRE WEATHER, EVACUATING FOR FIRESTORM Use tools, practice sessions to prepare and then test your plan using a real-time fire scenario Berkeley’s…
Event details →Thursday, August 12, 2021 · 7:00 PM
Zoom
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/165015988263 Join Berkeley Mutual Aid (BMA) for “Wildfire Buddy” training and learn how to support someone living in a fire danger zone! All are welcome! You do…
Event details →Sunday, July 25, 2021 · 11:00 AM
Zoom
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/162699200689 Join Berkeley Mutual Aid (BMA) for “Wildfire Buddy” training and learn how to support someone living in a fire danger zone! All are welcome! You do…
Event details →Tuesday, July 20, 2021 · 7:00 PM
Zoom
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/162698823561 Join Berkeley Mutual Aid (BMA) for “Wildfire Buddy” training and learn how to support someone living in a fire danger zone! All are welcome! You do…
Event details →Thursday, June 24, 2021 · 7:00 PM
Zoom
VIDEO LINK The Berkeley Fire Department will give an update on the allocation of Measure FF’s funds to improve disaster preparedness. In November of 2020, Berkeley residents overwhelmingly passed…
Event details →Saturday, April 17, 2021 · 9:00 AM
BeCERTAINN will be running a repeater radio exercise to practice different disaster communication operating procedures. The aim of the exercise is to have participants from the greater Berkeley area…
Event details →Thursday, April 8, 2021 · 7:00 PM
Zoom
On April 17, BeCERTAINN will host a GMRS repeater radio communications exercise . BDPNN is working to expand the exercise to the entire community to better prepare for and respond to an earthquake…
Event details →Wednesday, March 31, 2021 · 7:00 PM
Zoom
A conversation between Dr. James Marks and Barbara Morita Vexxed by vaccinations? Join us for a Zoom conversation with Dr. James Marks (UCSF and S.F. Covid Command Center) and Barbara Morita , PA…
Event details →Tuesday, September 1, 2020 · 8:00 AM
Berkeley Ready has put together a great PDF of what we can do each day of September as a small but important step in better preparing for a large-scale disaster. In addition, there are two (on 9/15…
Event details →Thursday, July 30, 2020 · 7:00 PM
In disaster response, leaders need to think fast, integrate new information, formulate unique solutions, and act in the face of uncertainty. In other words – improvise! Bringing together research on…
Event details →Thursday, April 30, 2020 · 7:00 PM
Zoom
Here’s a link to the Zoom video recording for those who missed it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZBv_JNxonA Here’s a link to the agenda and notes:…
Event details →Thursday, April 30, 2020 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Postponed. If you signed up, you’ll still be eligible. Details to come. Sign up ONLINE !
Event details →Thursday, January 30, 2020 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Albany CERT member and CERT trainer Sam Freeman will present a seminar on alternatives to utility powered appliances and alternative power sources such as generators, batteries, and solar energy.…
Event details →Wednesday, January 15, 2020 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
At the January CERT Volunteer Meeting Bill Springer will discuss FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas, climate change impacts for more high intensity rain storms resulting in the potential for more floods…
Event details →Saturday, October 12, 2019 · 10:00 AM
James Kenney Community Center, 1720 Eighth Street, Berkeley
A public community-based event to demonstrate that a cohesive and resilient community is the best beginning to prepare for and respond to a disaster. This will be a family-friendly event, with a…
Event details →Saturday, September 7, 2019 · 11:00 AM
San Pablo Park, Berkeley, 2800 Park Street, Berkeley
Event sponsored by Covenant Church’s Social Worker Ministry, City Help Community Services, the Berkeley Unified School District’s Office of Family Engagement and Equity, and Supply.org. There will be…
Event details →Thursday, August 29, 2019 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
After a disaster, our traditional communication tools go down — but our need to connect with one another only rises. How can we make sure Berkeley communities can communicate and organize efficiently…
Event details →Thursday, May 30, 2019 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
We have put together a panel of speakers to talk about steps you can take to prepare for and respond to a wildfire, including an update on home fire insurance, tailoring your evacuation checklist to…
Event details →Saturday, May 4, 2019 · 9:30 AM
On May 4 (9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.) you can participate in a citywide (and beyond!) disaster drill! Local disaster preparedness and emergency response teams will be conducting an “activation exercise.”…
Event details →Wednesday, February 6, 2019 · 5:30 PM
North Branch Berkeley Library, 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley
Learn what to do before, during, and after an earthquake with tips for everyone in your household. FREE giveaways for attendees: snacks, mini-disaster kits, and emergency prep brochures.
Event details →Thursday, January 31, 2019 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
How do we communicate in a large-scale emergency when traditional systems have been disrupted? Geoff Lomax, one of the co-founders of BeCERTAINN, discusses an exciting new communication tool using…
Event details →Wednesday, December 5, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Thursday, November 29, 2018 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
One of the most lasting and damaging effects of a disaster is the trauma to one’s mental and emotional health, for those experiencing the disaster and to first responders. Post-disaster mental trauma…
Event details →Wednesday, October 24, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Saturday, October 20, 2018 · 10:00 AM
San Pablo Park, Berkeley, 2800 Park Street, Berkeley
A public community-based event to demonstrate that a cohesive and resilient community is the best beginning to prepare for and respond to a disaster. This will be a family-friendly event, with a…
Event details →Thursday, October 18, 2018 · 10:30 AM
Civic Center Park, 2151 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley
The ShakeOut is a worldwide earthquake drill that provides everyone the opportunity to practice taking protective actions during an earthquake. The goal of the event is to create an interactive…
Event details →Wednesday, September 26, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Thursday, August 30, 2018 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Jenny Wenk has been a Registered Veterinary Technician who worked in both private veterinary clinics and with East Bay Humane Society. She is a volunteer for Berkeley Animal Care Services and is the…
Event details →Wednesday, August 1, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Wednesday, June 27, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Thursday, May 31, 2018 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
As tragic as the Napa/Sonoma/Santa Rosa wildfires were, many areas of the Sonoma Valley were spared due to the low fuel load presence of the vineyards, and they provide extremely valuable lessons for…
Event details →Wednesday, May 23, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Wednesday, April 25, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Thursday, March 29, 2018 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Richard Fateman of the Red Cross will discuss how the Red Cross plans and execute disaster response shelters, and what the specific needs and hurdles are for Berkeley. Come with your questions!
Event details →Wednesday, March 28, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Wednesday, February 28, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Wednesday, January 24, 2018 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Event details →Thursday, November 30, 2017 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
City of Berkeley’s OES resident disaster management specialist, Jennifer Lazo ,will talk with us about what to do after you’ve all met at your neighborhood spot, the immediate injuries are attended…
Event details →Saturday, November 18, 2017 · 2:00 PM
Codornices Park, Berkeley
Berkeley Path Wanderers present Berkeley’s Changing Ground: The Hayward Fault, Landslides, and Volcanoes Andrew Alden Start: Codornices Park Playground The steep residential hills of North Berkeley…
Event details →Saturday, September 16, 2017 · 11:00 AM
Sports Basement, 2727 Miliva Street, Berkeley
Event details →Sunday, September 10, 2017 · 10:00 AM
Join us at our booth at the Solano Stroll, located on the NE corner of Colusa@Solano!
Event details →Sunday, July 16, 2017 · 4:00 PM
Church by the Side of the Road, 2108 Russell Street, Berkeley
District 3 Council Rep Ben Bartlett and BDPNN and Church by the Side of the Road invite you to come learn what resources are available to help you, your family, and your neighbors get prepared for…
Event details →Thursday, June 29, 2017 · 6:30 PM
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Topic: Evacuation Routes Speakers: Steven Glasier with Berkeley Pathwanders and Keith May, Assistant Chief for Special Operations/Berkeley Fire Department
Event details →Wednesday, June 28, 2017 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley Fire Department Division of Training, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
Participates in the review of emergency, disaster and mutual aid plans and agreements and makes recommendations to the City Council regarding legislation and regulations needed to implement such…
Event details →Wednesday, June 14, 2017 · 7:00 PM
Berkeley CERT, 997 Cedar Street, Berkeley
How does BDPNN (Berkeley Disaster Preparedness Neighborhood Network) go beyond CERT? BDPNN is a nonprofit organization in Berkeley aimed at supporting overall community preparedness. Together BDPNN…
Event details →Thursday, June 8, 2017 · 7:00 PM
Northbrae Church, 971 The Alameda, Berkeley
Council person Susan Wengraf : “Every year I hold a forum on fire safety and crime. This year I will be combining the two, with the first half dedicated to fire danger and fire safety issues, and the…
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