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Oakland
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Piedmont opened its new all-electric aquatic center yesterday after decades of planning and six years of construction. The facility features a 27-meter competition pool, diving well, and 3,100 sqft activity pool across the street from local schools, and it offers $5 drop-in swims throughout April – driving accessible aquatic recreation. KTVU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, visitors gathered at the USS Hornet Museum in Alameda to watch Artemis II splashdown coverage and revisit the carrier’s role in shaping Apollo recovery procedures + families toured the vessel to learn about its enduring legacy in space travel. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ California lawmakers are set to consider AB 1603, a bill that would phase out forever chemical pesticides by 2035 while alerting the public during the transition. The Environmental Working Group noted that nearly 40% of produce contains these substances, and the policy committee will review the bill on Tuesday. KTVU
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Oakland bar Viridian makes what many say are the best chicken wings in the Bay Area, inviting locals to try its famed recipe. The spot welcomes visitors daily for a tasty meal. San Francisco Chronicle
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Berkeley Middle School Jazz Band Concert
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Benefit concert — Experience a night of jazz and support young musicians from Berkeley's middle schools.
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BIG MIKE HART Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying guitar mastery of Big Mike Hart with a night of soulful music and inspirational performance.
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Ari Lennox - The Vacancy Tour
8-10 PM — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Tickets available — Experience Ari Lennox's soulful performance in a historic venue.
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Gillian Welch & David Rawlings Concert
8-10 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticketed event — Experience an intimate night of spellbinding harmonies and storytelling with renowned country/folk artists.
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Zeta Community Day
12-4 p.m. — Fremont High School — Free entry — Enjoy food, games, and dancing with family and friends.
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Oakland School for the Arts Jazz Performance
7:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience vibrant student jazz ensembles pushing the boundaries of tradition with electrifying performances.
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Guided Field Trip to Oakland FamilySearch Center
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free for CGS members — Explore genealogy resources with guided insights before renovations begin.
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Ayo Brame's Birthday Celebration
9:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Celebrate the remarkable talent of saxophonist Ayo Brame on his birthday with an unforgettable musical journey.
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Tapestry: Weaving the Community of Dance
7-9 p.m. — Temple Hill — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of diverse dance forms uniting professionals and students from across the Bay Area.
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Al Zaman: A Celebration of SWANA Artistry
7-10 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant performance of live music, dance, and storytelling inspired by the Golden Era of Arabic nightclubs.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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