Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
Good morning, Oakland.
💼 Business
Flour + Water Pizza Shop opens at 271 24th St. on Jan.
22 in uptown Oakland focused on delivery and carry-out within a 20-minute drive; the shop offers 13-inch pies, wings with unique green sauce, beer by Temescal Brewing, and seating for 32 (with outdoor tables adding space).
🎭 Culture
Iggy Pop and Bikini Kill headline Oakland's Mosswood Meltdown festival, scheduled for July 18-19 at Mosswood Park.
A pre-party on July 17—featuring Pavement, Wednesday and Vivian Girls—is ticketed separately with passes starting at $179.
🎓 Education
Oakland Unified saw transitional kindergarten enrollment rise while newcomer numbers fell sharply amid immigration policy shifts; meanwhile, the board approved a fiscal advisory contract and scheduled a special budget meeting on Tuesday, Jan.
20 at La Escuelita Elementary School + the steps seek to stabilize funding.
🏈 Sports
The Port of Oakland has named Oakland Roots Sports Club as one of two finalists to redevelop the 55-acre waterfront at Howard Terminal near Jack London Square.
They plan to propose a temporary stadium and a future 25,000-seat venue, with details expected at a closed meeting on Jan. 22.
Jonathan Kuminga demanded a trade from the Warriors on Thursday (the first eligible day under his two-year contract) and the team is reviewing offers from the Kings, Lakers, Bulls and Mavericks, though a deal is not expected before the Feb.
5 trade deadline.
Super Bowl week events will feature concerts & community gatherings across the Bay Area, with Oakland hosting a live fan zone and watch party at the Henry J Kaiser Center for the Arts on Sunday, Feb.
8.
🎉 Oakland Events
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January Breakaway Blues
7-11:30 p.m. — Lake Merritt Dance at Veterans Memorial Building — $15 entry or $20 for dance + classes — Enjoy a fun evening of blues dancing with lessons and DJ'd music.
Tower Of Power Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience 55 years of legendary funk and soul with Tower of Power.
Knitting with Friends
12-2 p.m. — im Moment Kaffee — Free entry — Connect with fellow yarn enthusiasts in a warm, supportive community for all knitting levels.
Five Course Wine Pairing Dinner
5:30-9 p.m. — The Berkeley Boathouse — $99 per person — Delight in a gourmet five-course meal paired with exquisite wines.
Tower Of Power Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Experience 55 years of soul and funk music with the legendary Tower of Power.
Boss Guitars Master Class Series: Jubu Smith
2-4 p.m. — The Sound Room — Tickets available — Learn from legendary guitarist Jubu Smith and enhance your musical skills in this dynamic masterclass.
LIFE OF THE PARTY! - Oakland First Friday
10 PM – 1 AM — Crybaby — Free entry for first 25 with RSVP — Experience lit vibes and curated sets from local DJs at Oakland's First Friday celebration.
Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir's 10th Black History Month Celebration
7-10 p.m. — The Freight — Ticket prices vary — Experience a powerful musical journey honoring African American history with gospel and spirituals in an intimate setting.
Super Bowl Sunday Celebration in Oakland
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience the excitement of the Super Bowl with live music, local vendors, and community activities.
Pedrito Martinez Concert
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Afro-Cuban music with percussion master Pedrito Martinez.
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