# Event Details - **Event Name**: Fireside Meeting - September 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Panel discussion with Berkeley experts on wildfire prevention initiatives.About this EventThe Hillside Club Fireside meetings are held on the first Monday of most months (January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, and November).They are open to the public and admission is free to members, with a suggested donation for non-members. No one is turned away for lack of funds. The meetings begin with social time for members, a brief Club business meeting, followed by a featured speaker.Monday, September 7th will feature:6:30pm Member Social Time7:00pm Club Business Meeting7:30pm A public panel discussion, led by Marcus von Engel, with Berkeley Fire Chief David Sprague, Fire Chief Colin Arnold, and Berkeley District Six Councilmember Brent Blackaby.As we enter the peak of our wildfire season, Hillside Club member Marcus von Engel — a volunteer leader with the Berkeley FireSafe Council — will chair a panel of Berkeley leaders to discuss wildfire safety principles and local initiatives designed to reduce fire threats. Panelists will include Berkeley Fire Chief David Sprague, Fire Chief Colin Arnold, and Berkeley District Six Councilmember Brent Blackaby. Our Fireside guests will discuss the various regulations, including those in the new “EMBER” ordinance, which govern many hillside homes. The evening promises to be an informative session with ample time for audience questions.Members come early for social time at 6:30 p.m. and the Club business meeting at 7 p.m., followed by the Fireside presentation at 7:30 p.m. for what promises to be an engaging and insightful event.After the presentation, refreshments and wine will be served.Fireside Meetings are for civic engagement, a good way to see the club and get to know the members. Club members, our neighbors, and the general public are encouraged to attend. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/berkeley/fireside-meeting-september-2026/100001994489210920 - **Event Categories**: meetups, business, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: The Hillside Club - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Berkeley - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: The Hillside Club - **lat**: 37.8787842 - **long**: -122.2649013 - **full address**: The Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar Street, Berkeley, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Fireside Meeting - September 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/2ec62bb1c76efc44db5da62dfb36ddabed0e2fddcb06c2e596b9e6de68be6bc4-rimg-w940-h788-dcedddc3-gmir.jpg?v=1784437216 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Fireside Meeting - September 2026 being held? - **A:** Fireside Meeting - September 2026 takes place on Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 pm at The Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar Street, Berkeley, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Fireside Meeting - September 2026? - **A:** Fireside Meeting - September 2026 is organized by Berkeley Hillside Club. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Berkeley Hillside Club's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Berkeley Hillside Club a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Berkeley Hillside Club has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Fireside Meeting - September 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Berkeley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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