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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Today a billboard ad for a California-compliant handgun by Turkish firm Canik appears above I-880 near Brooklyn Basin in Oakland and has surprised many locals. Some residents call the ad disturbing while others dismiss the concerns—debate continues as opinions on the display remain mixed.  The Oaklandside

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • California’s e-bike voucher program is back and opens on April 29 at 5 p.m.—one thousand $2,000 vouchers will be available to residents who meet income requirements at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level. Applicants must join a waiting room from 5 to 6 p.m. and watch a safety video before getting the voucher.  KTVU
  • With less than 48 hours remaining before Tuesday’s special mayoral election, Oakland’s leading candidates — former US Rep. Barbara Lee and former City Councilman Loren Taylor — canvassed neighborhoods on Sunday to reach undecided voters. Early voting is underway and first results are expected around 8 p.m. today.  KTVU

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Intro to Genealogy Session

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

    Wed, 4/16/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 4/17/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 4/18/25

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  • Lamb of God Easter Oratorio

    2-4 p.m. — Temple Hill Auditorium — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a powerful musical portrayal of the Savior's final week.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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  • Easter Celebration with Terrie Odabi

    7-8:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience a night of soulful blues and heartfelt melodies with Terrie Odabi and her band.

    Sun, 4/20/25

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  • Research-Do It Right the First Time: Part 3

    11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Delve into writing sources and research analysis with an experienced family history expert.

    Tue, 4/22/25

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  • Ichiko Aoba: Luminescent Creatures World Tour

    8:00-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting melodies of Ichiko Aoba as she transports audiences through her innovative music and captivating storytelling.

    Wed, 4/23/25

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  • Lizzy Dutton Record Release Show

    7-12 p.m. — Ivy Room — $14.73 ADV / $15 DOOR — Celebrate the release of Lizzy's debut album 'See It All' with live performances and special guests.

    Thu, 4/24/25

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  • Ayo Brame's 18th Birthday Celebration

    10 p.m. – 1 a.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Celebrate Ayo Brame's 18th birthday with captivating performances from the talented saxophonist making waves in the music scene.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • Brush Lettering Workshop at Motivat Coffee

    10:30 a.m. — Motivāt Coffee Roasters — Ticket required — Learn modern calligraphy in a relaxing and creative environment focusing on mindfulness and artistic expression.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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