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Thursday, February 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of February.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Yoshi's, transformed by Yoshie Akiba from a small eatery into an internationally renowned jazz club in Oakland, showcases diverse music and innovative Japanese cuisine, contributing significantly to the local culture and community.  East Bay Express

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Carry On Curry, a fast-casual Indian restaurant in Old Oakland, has closed its doors less than a year after opening despite a still-hanging 'Grand Opening' banner.  The Oaklandside

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Mac Barnett, an Oakland children’s book author, was appointed the 9th National Ambassador for Young People's Literature to promote the importance of picture books.  The Oaklandside
  • The Oakland Unified School District has seen an increase in high school students meeting college eligibility requirements, highlighting a 7% rise from the previous year and significant progress among Latino students.  KTVU

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • SOMOS CUMBIA with Mina of La Sonora Dinamita

    Celebrate Cumbia music with a live performance by Mina, featuring hits from La Sonora Dinamita, hosted by Chuy Gomez at The New Parish.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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  • Thủy Live in Concert at Fox Theater

    Pop R&B artist Thủy will be performing live at the Fox Theater, showcasing her hit singles and musical journey.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • Pink Sweat$ Live with Aqyila

    Multiplatinum R&B artist Pink Sweat$ performs at the Fox Theater, sharing heartfelt themes of love and connection through his music.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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  • German Research Discussion Session

    This session, facilitated by expert Robert Jackson, focuses on German research and is part of the collaborative efforts between the California Genealogical Society and the Oakland FamilySearch Center.

    Wed, 3/5/25

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  • Grupo Falso Baiano Trio featuring Catiá Lund

    Grupo Falso Baiano presents an evening of Brazilian samba and bossa nova music featuring vocalist Catiá Lund and a talented trio of musicians.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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  • Flipturn Live at Fox Theater

    Indie rock band Flipturn performs live, showcasing their evolution and new music inspired by nature and personal experiences.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • FamilySearch 103: Mastering Efficient Searches

    This session provides techniques for effectively searching through FamilySearch's vast records, suited for genealogists of all levels.

    Tue, 3/11/25

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  • Introduction to Genealogy Workshop

    This workshop offers practical guidance on starting family history research, covering essential records and organizational tips.

    Wed, 3/12/25

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  • Kamaiyah Live Concert

    Kamaiyah is set to perform live at Crybaby in Oakland, CA, offering an engaging evening of music.

    Thu, 3/13/25

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  • Blues is Alright Tour 2025

    The Blues is Alright Spring 2025 Tour features a lineup of popular Southern Soul and Blues artists, including TUCKA, King George, and Lenny Williams, set to perform at the Paramount Theatre in Oakland.

    Fri, 3/14/25

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