The Culture Circuit, Aug. 20-26

What to do this week in Albany, Berkeley and around the East Bay.

Albany Hill eucalyptus trees will come down. What about the monarchs?

A new grant-funded plan balances fire safety, butterfly conservation and climate restoration.

Before the clock came down, it kept ‘Mr. Albany’ time

The vintage clock, damaged over the summer, honored Jerome Blank. The Scanner wanted to learn more about him.

County supervisors delay $30 minimum wage measure

The initiative won’t appear on the November ballot after a 3-2 vote.

Albany hosts homeowner and tenant fair Tuesday

The free event features legal, utility and home repair help. Plus free pizza!