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Tuesday, April 14th, 2026

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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Delight at 1910 Park Blvd. near Lake Merritt soft-opened a new smoothie spot with pineapple mint and acai bowls, owned by friends of Admas Ethiopian. Meanwhile, Tay Ho on 12th St. stayed open after a burglary damaged its storefront, and fans raised over $30K via GoFundMe for repairs.  The Oaklandside

CULTURE NEWS

  • Jamie Foxx will film an upcoming Hulu special over two nights at the Oakland theater where he launched his career + the event represents a homecoming for the actor as he returns to the venue that set the stage for his rise in comedy.  San Francisco Chronicle

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Paul Cotton, a beloved teacher and coach at McClymonds High, died on Dec. 23, 2025, and was honored at a memorial service held at McGee Avenue Baptist Church on April 11. Known as Popeye, he inspired students to succeed and recorded more than 15,000 family names.  The Oaklandside

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • SF Bay Ferry updated its schedules and boosted onboard amenities to ease your commute from Oakland and other East Bay terminals to downtown San Francisco — new terminals in Berkeley and Mission Bay are planned to increase service as ridership exceeds pre-pandemic levels.  The Oaklandside

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers will battle Wednesday in a play-in elimination contest as No.10 + No.9 seeds, marking a matchup that differs from previous games.  San Francisco Chronicle
  • Warriors' Brandin Podziemski set a record by playing all 82 games this season—even when the play-in spot was secured; he completed his run against the Clippers on Sunday.  San Francisco Chronicle

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Ari Lennox - The Vacancy Tour

    8-10 PM — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Tickets available — Experience Ari Lennox's soulful performance in a historic venue.

    Wed, 4/15/26

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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.

    Fri, 4/17/26

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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.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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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.

    Tue, 4/21/26

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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.

    Thu, 4/23/26

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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.

    Fri, 4/24/26

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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.

    Sat, 4/25/26

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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.

    Sun, 4/26/26

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  • Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir Performance

    8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Experience the acclaimed sounds of the Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir showcasing their exceptional talents.

    Tue, 4/28/26

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  • Kim Scott Live Performance

    8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating night of contemporary jazz with powerhouse flutist Kim Scott.

    Thu, 4/30/26

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