Good morning, Oakland.

Oakland visitors can enjoy Friday Nights at OMCA on Friday, April 4 at 5 p.m. at 100 Oak St. and Dan Savage’s HUMP!

Film Fest on April 4 and April 5 at the New Parkway Theater on 474 24th St.—the film fest shows 23 short adult films. Other events include a Buster Crabbe exhibit at Oakland History Center through April 25, Khmer New Year Festival at Peralta Hacienda on April 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., free spring break fun for toddlers at Brookdale Recreation Center from April 1 to 4 at 2535 High St., Blues Mondays at Eli’s on April 7 at 7 p.m., and a Nine Inch Nails concert in August at Oakland Arena with tickets starting at $68.

The guide details 10 spots for viewing wildflowers on trails around the East Bay, including locations in Oakland, Berkeley, and nearby parks like Tilden and Mt. Diablo State Park—each with notes on parking, trail access, and conservation tips to protect the blooms.

Cancer survivor Kyle Amsler works at George Mark Children's House in San Leandro to brighten the days of kids with chronic illnesses through therapies (pet, art, music, and horticultural) and family support.

She beat stage 1 breast cancer in May 2024 and now helps lead plans to add an all-abilities playground funded by community donations.

Black Forest Kitchen will open its brick-and-mortar on Friday, April 4 at 478 25th St to serve Berlin-style döner kebab — a dish made with chicken and a plant-based option, while Prescott Market Hall celebrates its grand opening on April 5 at 1620-1640 18th St by offering beer, burgers, coffee, pizza, and Taiwanese fried rice. Marble Slab Creamery in Temescal has also opened at Round Table Pizza, serving small-batch ice cream, sundaes, and ice cream cakes since March 26.

Jon Anderson Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary voice of Yes in an enchanting evening of progressive rock.

Genealogical Research Assistance

1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Get expert suggestions to tackle your genealogical research questions from experienced volunteers.

Sam Fender Live in Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the euphoric sounds of Sam Fender's latest album and his coming-of-age stories.

Spring Fling Bolly Bling Party

10 PM - 2 AM — Lux Oakland — Tickets available online — Celebrate the spring season with vibrant Bollywood and South Indian beats at a festive two-level DJ party.

LaRussell Live Concert

2-6 p.m. — Continental Club — $25.00 — Catch LaRussell, Mistah Fab, and Kamaiyah live in Oakland for an exciting afternoon of music.

Jasmine Guillory and Maggie Tokuda-Hall in Conversation

7-8:30 p.m. — Orinda Books — Purchase of book required — Celebrate the launch of 'Flirting Lessons' with bestselling authors Jasmine Guillory and Maggie Tokuda-Hall.

Easter Interfaith Devotional

7-8 p.m. — Temple Hill — Free entry — Experience uplifting messages and inspiring music during Holy Week with Rev. Todd Akins-Whitely.

Intro to Genealogy Session

1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Discover your roots with expert guidance on Danish and pioneer ancestry research.

Research-Do It Right the First Time: Part 2

11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Learn effective strategies for developing a research plan and log with an experienced family history researcher.

Find Help with AI Search on FamilySearch

11 AM - 12 PM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore AI-assisted genealogy with insights from a FamilySearch expert.