Good Day Oakland Logo Good Day Oakland

Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025

SHARE
SPONSORED BY
Advertiser Logo

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Oakland.

Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A list of recent restaurant openings in Berkeley, Oakland, and Richmond highlights the culinary scene's growth and diversification.  The Oaklandside

CULTURE NEWS

  • This week in Oakland features the popular White Elephant sale, The Hot Takes concert at Thee Stork Club, dance classes at Lake Merritt, a StorySlam event, and upcoming concerts by Coheed and Cambria and Taking Back Sunday.  The Oaklandside

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Oakland's education system uniquely supports older immigrant students with tailored programs, aiding their high school enrollment and graduation in contrast to widespread rejections elsewhere.  The Oaklandside

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Alameda County Board of Supervisors is set to interview seven finalists for the role of district attorney to serve until 2026, succeeding Pamela Price after her recall.  San Francisco Chronicle

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • The team behind San Francisco's the Morris is opening a new seafood restaurant called Sirene in Oakland, offering a diverse menu including seafood, fried chicken, and a selection of over 400 wines.  San Francisco Chronicle

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 1/23/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Fri, 1/24/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Sun, 1/26/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Thu, 1/30/25

    View event
  • Evening of Music: Jackson Stone, Kilo The Wizard, Yumz Awkword at Red Heron

    Red Heron Studios hosts a night of performances featuring local artists Jackson Stone, Yumz Awkword, and Kilo The Wizard, showcasing diverse sounds and styles from the Bay Area's hip-hop scene.

    Fri, 1/31/25

    View event
  • Open House for Charming Oakland Bungalow

    Explore this 1930 bungalow in Oakland's Highland Terrace, featuring modern updates, two bedrooms, and inviting living spaces.

    Sun, 2/2/25

    View event
  • Breaking Writer's Block with AI Techniques

    This workshop teaches participants how to utilize AI engines to overcome writer's block by creating stories based on personal outlines.

    Thu, 2/6/25

    View event
  • Rebecca Kleinmann & The Hogan Brothers at The Sound Room

    An evening featuring diverse original music, jazz, and fusion by flutist Rebecca Kleinmann and the jazz fusion trio The Hogan Brothers.

    Fri, 2/7/25

    View event
  • Dark Star Orchestra Live Concert

    Dark Star Orchestra performs a tribute to the Grateful Dead, offering a live concert experience that captures the energy and improvisation of the band's extensive catalog.

    Sat, 2/8/25

    View event
  • David Gray - Past & Present World Tour

    David Gray will be performing at the Fox Theater as part of his 2025 'Past & Present World Tour'.

    Mon, 2/10/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

Stay Connected Anywhere with This Powerful Portable Charger

Never worry about dead batteries or missed calls again. This high-capacity, portable power bank is a game-changer for anyone who relies on their devices throughout the day. With the ability to charge up to five devices at once, it’s perfect for families, professionals, and travelers alike.

Its compact design makes it easy to carry, while its powerful output ensures your phone, tablet, earbuds, and more stay fully charged no matter where you are. Say goodbye to low-battery anxiety and hello to uninterrupted productivity.

Whether you’re commuting, on vacation, or working remotely, this charger is your ultimate power solution. Stay connected, stay powered, and never miss a moment.

Get started with The Buy today

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Oakland.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The best time to negotiate something is when you don't need it.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Good Day Oakland

Welcome to the Good Day Oakland, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Oakland, California community. If you like the Good Day Oakland, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Oakland.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Oakland and across California. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Good Day Oakland

A free Oakland community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here