Good morning, Oakland.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Ari Lennox - The Vacancy Tour

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

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.

Zeta Community Day

12-4 p.m. — Fremont High School — Free entry — Enjoy food, games, and dancing with family and friends.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.