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Oakland
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland honored Rev. Jesse Jackson on Tuesday after news of his death, and the church will celebrate his legacy (during Black History Month) with Sunday services. KTVU
- ➤ Oakland native Zendaya discussed how her fiance Tom Holland shifted her view of Robert Pattinson during a candid Interview magazine cover story for A24’s film The Drama on Feb. 18 — the film is set to hit theaters on April 3. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Jarvis R. Givens’ book excerpt, 'I'll Make Me a World,' outlines Black History Month’s journey from Negro History Week in 1926 to its 100th anniversary in 2026, using black memory work to capture everyday black heritage (demonstrating how history is preserved). Oakland Voices
- ➤ SF Beer Week returns from Feb. 20 to March 1 with diverse events including beer and food pairings, a beer wrestling tournament, and a shadow puppet workshop at Oakland venues plus speed dating sessions in Livermore. The Oaklandside
- ➤ This week, Oakland welcomes the Black Joy Parade downtown on Sunday — featuring music by Mýa and vendors — and 'Astronomica' at Chabot offers an immersive cosmic show Sunday. Other indoor events include jazz at The Sound Room Saturday and Bay Area trivia Monday. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Earlier this season, Oakland's restaurants featured matsutake mushrooms in creative dishes—lower prices allowed chefs to experiment with soups, grilled entrees, and pickled options. Chefs say the prized ingredient added a unique, pine-scented flavor to menus. San Francisco Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A city-funded pilot violence prevention program is helping reduce suspensions and chronic absenteeism at Oakland high schools, but funding will end in June (details pending) with no clear plan for new sources. Educators and officials worry that losing the program could impact school safety if alternative funds are not secured. The Oaklandside
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents saw snow covering local peaks on Wednesday (Mount Hamilton, Mount Diablo) as a cold storm passed over the Bay Area, and additional snow may fall later today in Marin and East Bay hills. San Francisco Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oaklandside was honored with the Freedom of Information award by SPJ NorCal for revealing that many city councilmembers delayed or ignored public records requests, challenging government transparency and press freedom. This recognition spotlights their ongoing commitment to upholding the California Public Records Act. The Oaklandside
- ➤ On Tuesday, City Council approved $843,875 from Measure DD for the indigenous Sogorea Te’ Land Trust to buy a 16-acre property at Sausal Creek’s headwaters in Piedmont Pines (Blachford Court area). The trust will steward the land for conservation and habitat restoration for future generations. The Oaklandside
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The San Francisco Bay Area Curling Club is offering learn-to-curl workshops and beginner lessons through the spring at its Oakland facility off Hegenberger Road — sessions fill quickly, and members plan curling watch parties at Prescott Market during Olympic medal matches. The Oaklandside
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FTM-SIG Meeting with Mark Olsen
11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free admission — Discover the latest features of Family Tree Maker with hands-on demonstrations and Q&A.
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Producers Associates 2026 Season Audition
10 a.m. — Woodminster Summer Musicals — By appointment only — Equity chorus dancers audition for the 2026 season of Producers Associates.
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Artemas Live in Concert
8-10 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic sound of alt-pop phenom Artemas as he showcases his latest work.
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Celadon Concert featuring 'Fuligin'
8-10 p.m. — Thee Stork Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the melodic sounds of celadon in an evening of music and lyrical exploration.
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Disney On Ice: Let's Dance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Tickets from $26 — Experience a magical evening with your favorite Disney characters on ice.
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Disney On Ice: Let's Dance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Disney characters coming to life on ice.
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Disney On Ice: Let's Dance
11 AM – 5 PM — Oakland Arena — Tickets available — Experience thrilling Disney stories and favorite tunes with beloved characters on ice.
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Disney On Ice - Let's Dance
3-5 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Tickets from $26 — Experience the magic of Disney characters dancing on ice in an enchanting performance.
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Moreau Catholic High School Jazz Evening
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Check venue for entry fees — Enjoy an evening of incredible music with the award-winning jazz program from Moreau Catholic High School.
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Mono Neon Live Performance
7:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience the extraordinary bass artistry of Grammy-winning artist MonoNeon, blending avant-garde and southern soul.
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