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Oakland
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After a fire destroyed its original location last July, East Bay Booksellers rebuilt and was nominated yesterday for Publishers Weekly’s Bookstore of the Year award for its support for small indie publishers and community events—owner Brad Johnson said the nomination validated the store’s revival efforts. San Francisco Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Supporters of Taylor and Lee held campaign events in Oakland Tuesday night as early returns showed a tight mayoral race—Taylor backers praised his practical ideas while Lee supporters celebrated her clear record—and community leaders urged unity as the ballot count continued. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Early tallies show 64% of Oakland voters support Measure A to raise the sales tax from 10.25% to 10.75% and generate up to $30 million annually for police and fire services—vote totals may change as more ballots are counted. The Oaklandside
- ➤ An independent firm from PFM Consulting Solutions LLC found that based on 2022 data Oakland's police needed 877 officers but had only 678 for FY 2025. The report revealed a gap of 199 officers due to a budget deficit-stopped hiring that leaves the force short for long-term safety goals. KTVU
SHOP NEWS
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11 AM - 12 PM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore AI-assisted genealogy with insights from a FamilySearch expert.
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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.
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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.
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11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Delve into writing sources and research analysis with an experienced family history expert.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Sunday After: Oak Life x Lyrical Assembly
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — The New Parkway Theater — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of faith, music, and creativity with dynamic performances and community connection.
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AMBayArea Summit 2025
1-7 p.m. — Chabot Space & Science Center — Registration required — Connect with industry leaders and explore the future of manufacturing in the Bay Area.
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