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Oakland
Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Oakland’s First Fridays festival may end after sponsors pulled support. Festival director Vanessa McGhee (of nonprofit KONO) said new backing is needed to keep celebrating local art and culture, while Mayor Barbara Lee noted incidents occurred after the event ended. SFGate
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Oakland's Brother's Deli & Co now offers a chopped sandwich with diced ham, turkey, bacon, provolone and mayo for an even taste in every bite. Customers can also request their fillings diced on any build-your-own sandwich at (2700 Park Blvd). San Francisco Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Golden State Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase said waiving fan-favorite Kate Martin was a tough decision ahead of Friday’s opener, and the roster now includes Kaitlyn Chen to strengthen the point guard role + the team plans to boost its switching defense. San Francisco Chronicle
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Elvin Bishop Big Fun Trio
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Check ticket prices for entry — Enjoy a raucous night of high-energy blues and spirited guitar from the legendary Elvin Bishop.
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Floetry Live Performance
7-10 PM — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful blend of Neo Soul, RnB, and Hip Hop from the dynamic duo of Floetry.
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Tik Talk Interactive Storytelling
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Quinn's Lighthouse — Entry fee not specified — Experience captivating live storytelling with a mix of seasoned and emerging voices.
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Kenny Lattimore Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of Kenny Lattimore with hits spanning over 20 years.
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Adventures in Filipino American Genealogy
4:30-6 p.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Discover tools for researching family history in the Filipino American diaspora.
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Eric Darius Live Performance
7:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating energy of saxophonist Eric Darius as he fuses Jazz with R&B and Hip-Hop at Yoshi's.
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The Space Between the Stars: A Concert Experience
7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Chabot Space & Science Center — Ticket prices vary — Explore the cosmos through an immersive concert blending music and science.
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Smooth Jazz Alley Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket info unavailable — Experience the fusion of jazz, R&B, soul, and funk from a top Bay Area collective.
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Lindsey Webster Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's Oakland — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Billboard #1 artist Lindsey Webster as she performs her latest hits and timeless favorites.
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An Evening Under The Stars: Grown Folks Prom
8-11 p.m. — The Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill — $35-40 — Celebrate a sophisticated prom night under the stars with music, a photo booth, and delicious seafood.
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