Good morning, Oakland.

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

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Open House for Charming Oakland Bungalow

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

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.

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.

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.

David Gray - Past & Present World Tour

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