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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Oakland residents express outrage over recurrent antisemitic graffiti at Lake Merritt, intensifying after a menorah was vandalized last Hanukkah.  ABC7

CRIME NEWS

  • An Oakland police sergeant engaged and shot an allegedly armed individual who then barricaded himself in an apartment, leading to a standoff before the suspect surrendered.  KTVU
  • An Oakland police sergeant shot and hospitalized a man in stable condition following a chase after the man fired a rifle, leading to an investigation by the police department.  ABC7

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Bay Area theater scene is experiencing a contraction, marked by the closing of numerous established companies and reduced productions, despite some theaters defying these trends.  San Francisco Chronicle

SPORTS NEWS

  • Golden State Warriors' head coach Steve Kerr, emphasizing a patient approach, expressed openness to keeping their options open ahead of the NBA trade deadline, despite acquiring point guard Dennis Schröder and evaluating their current team performance.  San Francisco Chronicle

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Rod Wave: Last Lap Tour at Oakland Arena

    Rod Wave will perform live, showcasing his unique blend of hip-hop, R&B, and Neo-Soul, supported by various artists as part of his 'Last Lap Tour'.

    Mon, 1/6/25

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  • Introduction to Genealogy: Practical Tips for Family History Research

    This class offers a comprehensive overview of genealogy research, including essential records and practical strategies for organizing family history information.

    Wed, 1/8/25

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  • Capture Your Cultural Heritage: Mobile Memories Workshop

    This workshop led by Rudy Wolf teaches participants how to use the Memories App on their phones to document and share cultural stories, encouraging attendees to bring personal items or photos.

    Thu, 1/9/25

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  • Exploration of the Traditional Chinese Lunar Solar Calendar

    The event covers the 24 Lunar Solar Terms of the Chinese Agricultural calendar, the Ganzhi system for dating, and features a comparison with the Western Solar calendar, facilitated by an expert.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • Adult Learn-to-Ride Bicycle Class

    This class teaches adults and teens the fundamentals of bike riding in a supportive environment, catering to both beginners and those seeking a refresher course.

    Sun, 1/12/25

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  • FamilySearch 101: New Year's Resolution - Volunteer to Help Others

    This session offers insights on giving back through indexing and reviewing records on FamilySearch, led by a local volunteer.

    Tue, 1/14/25

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  • Danish Research Discussion

    Facilitated by experienced genealogist Jared Weaver, this in-person session focuses on Danish ancestry research, supported by the California Genealogical Society and the Oakland FamilySearch Center.

    Wed, 1/15/25

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  • Organizing Your Scanned Photos: A Workshop

    This workshop will guide participants on how to organize scanned images using the Photos App for Windows and Apple, with a brief introduction to Adobe Lightroom and FamilySearch Galleries.

    Thu, 1/16/25

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  • Oakland Little Saigon Lunar New Year Festival

    The Oakland Little Saigon Tết Festival is a vibrant cultural celebration featuring Asian cuisine, cultural performances, and a marketplace full of unique crafts and gifts.

    Sun, 1/19/25

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  • DNA Special Interest Group Meeting

    This session will be led by DNA expert Sue Severson, providing insights and assistance to attendees looking to solve their DNA mysteries.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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