Good Day
Oakland
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Philz Coffee reversed plans to remove Pride flags from its cafés, keeping the inclusive display in all locations + community feedback influenced the change. San Francisco Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bay Area artist Julie Engelmann completed a mural honoring Olympic skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi at the Oakland Ice Center last Thursday — a tribute to their local roots. The artwork, visible from Oakland School for the Arts, will soon have both stars invited to view it. KTVU
- ➤ A guide to Oakland’s historic homes presents public landmarks like the Camron-Stanford House (1876), Pardee Home Museum (1868), and Peralta Hacienda Historical Park, letting visitors explore Oakland’s Spanish and Gold Rush legacy. The guide shows how these sites reveal Oakland’s past and influence its future. The Oaklandside
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oakland Unified School District will start low-cost cooling improvements at Oakland elementary schools this summer using window films, blinds (and external canopies) and installing temperature sensors in every classroom; the $8 million project is a first step toward future HVAC upgrades. The Oaklandside
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Córdoba Live at Yoshi's
7:00 – 8:15 PM — Yoshi's — Ticket pricing information unavailable — Experience a unique fusion of global sounds with Córdoba's vibrant and uplifting songs blending pop, rock, and Latin influences.
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