2 to 3:30 p.m.
HIV and Hep C Testing: Free and confidential testing and support referrals. For information and location, call Xanthos, Inc., 522-8363) Friday, May 8 2 to 3:30 p.m. HIV and Hep C Testing: Free and confidential testing and support referrals. For information and location, call Xanthos, Inc., 522-8363) 8 p.m. A Streetcar Named Desire: Opening night. Performances continue through June 7 Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets: $20, general admission $17, students and seniors 62 and older. Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St . (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org) 9 p.m. Zydeco Music and Dance: Featuring Andre Thierry and Zydeco Magic. Dance lessons at 8. Tickets sold at the door: $14. Eagles Hall, 2305 Alameda Ave. (Info: 415-285-6285) Saturday, May 9 11 a.m. “A Great South Sea Cruise”: Annual ladies luncheon hosted by the Alameda Elks Lodge first lady. Luncheon, entertainment, raffle and silent/live auctions. Tropical attire encouraged. Tickets: $28 all proceeds benefit the Elks charities. Alameda Elks Lodge, 2255 Santa Clara Ave. (Info, tix: 521-2049)
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Collage Workshop: Bob Barner, picture book artist and illustrator of Dinosaurs Roar, Butterflies Soar, will teach children ages 6 to 9 the art of collage. Space is limited call for reservations. Books Inc. 1344 Park St. (Info: 522-2226)