Good morning, Oakland.

Oakland-based nonprofit MISSSEY supports sexually exploited youth with life coaching, resources, and advocacy, aiming to combat commercial sexual exploitation.

Oakland voters will choose a new mayor, a District 2 City Council member, and possibly vote on a sales tax in a special election.

Barbara Lee, a retired Congresswoman, officially enters the Oakland mayoral race, signaling a highly anticipated campaign against former City Council member Loren Taylor.

December 2024 welcomed new dining experiences in the East Bay, including Roast & Toast and The Peach for breakfast lovers, a second Oh G Burger location for burger enthusiasts, and the intriguing Moonglow at Gold Palm as a 'secret bar' destination.

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.

GZA and Lettuce Concert in Oakland

The concert features GZA performing his acclaimed album 'Liquid Swords' alongside the funk-inspired musical collective Lettuce at the Fox Theater.

Book Discussion on 'All Systems Red' by Martha Wells

A monthly book discussion group hosted at breweries in Oakland where participants enjoy drinks and lively conversation about selected books.