Good morning, Oakland.

Oakland is launching the country’s first Legendary-certified equity cannabis program during 4/20 week (marking products from businesses affected by past drug laws), officials said.

The new label will appear on products and merchandise at local dispensaries.

Volunteers and children cleaned Arroyo Viejo Creek at the Oakland Zoo on Wednesday for Earth Day plus organizers scheduled a cleanup at Crown Memorial State Beach on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon to help tackle pollution.

The Mandela Station Project plans to remove trees at West Oakland BART station within six weeks to make way for a housing development with 760 units and 350,000 sqft of space — residents are alarmed by red notices seen Saturday and Councilmember Carroll Fife plans a community meeting.

A Cushman & Wakefield report shows nearly 38% of downtown office space sits empty this first quarter, up from 10.8% pre-pandemic.

Several large leases have been signed while major tenant contracts will expire soon, which may shift demand for office space in Oakland.

The developer confirmed that Trader Joe’s in Oakland will shutter permanently once construction starts to clear the site for new apartment towers.

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.

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.

Black Pine Concert

8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of funk, jazz, and soul brought to you by the Black Pine Circle Band and guest musicians.

Patrick Landeza & Sons Performance

8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of Hawaiian music, hula, and aloha with Patrick Landeza and family.