Good morning, Oakland.

West Oakland's Wood Street residents and workers call for increased city action against illegal dumping and fires to improve public safety.

In Oakland, an experienced triathlete and police officer, Eileen Swanson, successfully apprehended a fleeing felon with outstanding warrants and a handgun, showcasing her exceptional fitness and dedication to public safety.

Several Oakland restaurants and bars, including Daytrip, Dokkaebier Taproom, Firebrand, The Kon-Tiki, and Obelisco, closed in December 2024.

Oakland's Budget Advisory Commission seeks resident input through a survey to influence budget priorities amidst a challenging financial climate.

Oakland's City Council has placed a sales tax increase proposal on the April ballot to boost city revenue by $20 million annually and address budget concerns.

The Oakland Police Commission is debating whether to relax the city's strict police pursuit policies amid calls from government officials and community members for more flexibility to tackle crime.

AC Transit's board considered censuring Director Sarah Syed over allegations of staff intimidation, ultimately voting for her to receive additional leadership training instead, amidst public criticism of the board's priorities and spending.

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.

After Scanning Your Photos: Organizing Images Using FamilySearch

This event focuses on how to organize scanned photos by renaming, organizing, and connecting them to ancestors using FamilySearch.