Good morning, Oakland.

Oakland firefighters protest at City Hall against the closing of fire stations, warning it could severely impact the community's safety and response times.

Nathaniel McCowan, charged with murdering his wife on I-580 in 2023, faces up to 56 years to life if convicted.

U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee, after speculation and encouragement from local supporters, has filed paperwork to potentially run for Oakland mayor in the 2025 special election.

Kevin Jenkins has been appointed as Oakland's interim mayor until the special election in April, following unanimous city council approval.

Former U.S. Representative Barbara Lee filed paperwork for a potential run as Oakland mayor, joining 13 other candidates for the April 15 election.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

After Scanning Your Photos, Part 2 - Organizing with Lightroom

This event focuses on how to organize your scanned images using Lightroom, including techniques for renaming, organizing, and enhancing photos.