@ Noe Street, 16th and Market. Every Wednesday through November, the street next to Flore and Lookout is abloom with fresh fruits and vegetables, rain or shine. 5-8pm. http://www.pcfma.org

@ Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street. The Festival continues with a daily lineup of films through August 4. Check times. http://www.sfjff.org

@ Manny’s, 3092 16th Street. A veteran journalist, Zia spent a dozen years working on her newest book and interviewing hundreds of exiles from Shanghai. 6:30pm. http://www.welcometomannys.com

@ Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison Street, Berkeley. The renowned performance ensemble rooted in African American history and culture educates, entertains and empowers, through a capella singing and ASL interpretation; its diverse audience includes a variety of communities. 8pm. http://www.thefreight.org

@ Buffalo Billiards, Petaluma. Hosted by Santa Rosa Gaydar, this will be a gay night of fun with friends featuring a raffle supporting Sonoma County Pride and a special happy hour menu. 6-9pm. http://www.santarosagaydar.com

@ Manny’s 3092 16th Street. The monthly comedy show includes for July Cathe Boudreau, Jennifer Gerry, Kristee Ono, Sue Alfieri, Alyssa Westerlund, Nina G. and Bernadette Luckett. 7:30-9pm. http://www.welcometomannys.com

@ Berkeley Marina. A kid-friendly event that also features art, the Festival is famous for the variety of kites and the spectacle they offer. 9am-5pm. http://www.highlinekites.com

@ Multiple Sites, Downtown Oakland. The annual music and art festival attracts thousands to the Oakland streets for Grammy-winning acts, live music and dance at four stages, blues + gospel showcases, family fun zone and artisan marketplace. 12noon-6pm. http://www.artandsouloakland.com