Good Day
Oakland
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, about 1,000 people gathered at Henry J. Kaiser Auditorium to honor Betty Reid Soskin, the late park ranger who brought an inclusive view of history to the Rosie the Riveter museum — local families, friends and leaders joined with tribute speeches and music. The Oaklandside
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A vibrant mural (15 ft tall) of Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu now graces Oakland’s Temescal district at the corner of 43rd Street and Telegraph Avenue, painted by artist Steve Ha of the Illuminaries to celebrate her local roots; local officials said they will honor Liu soon. KTVU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ WastewaterSCAN data shows that human metapneumovirus — which can cause a 'barking' cough — is rising in Northern California, and local health experts say Oakland residents should wash hands and stay home if sick during this winter-spring season. SFGate
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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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Ms. Monet Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's Oakland — Secure tickets early — Experience the soulful homecoming concert of Bay Area's diva Ms. Monet, with powerful renditions and original songs.
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Comedy Oakland
7-8:30 p.m. — Quinn's Lighthouse — Check the event page for ticket prices — Experience live standup comedy at its finest with the acclaimed Comedy Oakland.
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Unabridged Backyard Barbecue with Moodymann
3-10 p.m. — 7th West — Free entry — Experience a five-hour set with Detroit house legend Moodymann and barbecued delights inspired by festival favorites.
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Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Masters
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting sounds of Hawaii with slack key guitar legends Sonny Lim, George Kahumoku, Jr., and Led Kaapana.
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Rick Estrin Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — $20+ — Experience a powerful evening of blues with harmonica master Rick Estrin and his award-winning band.
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31st Annual Collage des Cultures Africaines Conference and Performance
6 PM – 9 PM — Westlake Middle School — Various fees may apply — Celebrate the vibrancy of African cultures through music, dance, and workshops.
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Pete Escovedo Concert
7:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Check website for pricing — Experience vibrant Latin Jazz with celebrated percussionist Juan Escovedo and special guests.
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Niecey Living Single Concert
7:30-9:15 p.m. — Yoshi's — Check for ticket prices — Experience an evening of soulful music with award-winning singer-songwriter Niecey Living Single.
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Culture Makers: A Celebration of Storytelling
6:30-8 p.m. — The New Parkway Theater — Book sales available — Engage with local authors and explore how creativity and community shape their storytelling.
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