Good morning, Oakland.

Recent reports confirm that several local eateries have closed; Ike’s on College in Oakland, Juice Appeal and Sistory Thai Kitchen in Berkeley, plus Wrap n Roll near the UC Berkeley campus have stopped operating (per tipsters).

Diner options will shift as the food scene adjusts to these changes.

Children's Fairyland will host its first adults-only Mad Tea Party on Friday, April 24 at its park in Oakland, featuring an Alice in Wonderland themed night with live DJ music, dancing, cocktails, local food vendors and rides (tickets are $28 for general admission and $23 for members).

Following the state’s push for universal pre-kindergarten, Oakland saw more 4-year-olds in transitional kindergarten while the share of 3-year-olds in subsidized preschools increased.

OUSD is planning additional TK hub sites in the fall at Burbank, Hintil, and Munck centers to ease long waitlists.

City officials approved a pilot program to use AI drones to spot illegal dumping in Oakland.

The project will soon begin testing in targeted areas to help reduce waste accumulation.

Residents in Temescal heard a whooshing sound at 11 p.m. last Thursday from a gas leak at Webster and 43rd Streets; PG&E arrived shortly after — working two hours to stop the leak — and councilmember Zac Unger is scheduling a community meeting to review the incident.

Gov. Newsom announced $520 million in automatic utility credits for millions of California households this month to lower energy bills statewide, and the CPUC will vote on April 30 to shift electric credits to peak summer months.

The City Council will revisit fines for property owners who cut 38 oak trees on Claremont Avenue between 2021 and 2022; some officials favor enforcing nearly $1 million while others back a reduced penalty as the owners plan to build on the lot & neighbors remain concerned.

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.

Gabriel Iglesias: The 1976 Tour

8 PM — Oakland Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the laughter of one of the world's most successful stand-up comedians, Gabriel Iglesias, live in Oakland.

Notes & Words

7-11 p.m. — Fox Theater — All proceeds benefit UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals — Experience powerful storytelling and live music for a noble cause.