Good Day
Oakland
Sunday, June 1st, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Oakland mourners remembered Marvin Boomer—a Castlemont High School teacher fatally injured on May 28 when a suspect fleeing CHP struck a fire hydrant while he was walking with his wife—as the community held a vigil on May 30 to honor his life. The Oaklandside
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Superior Court of Alameda County warned the public today about a texting scam that falsely claims unpaid traffic citation fines; officials urge residents to report suspicious messages and avoid clicking on unknown links. ABC7
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Oakland Speed Dating for Singles in Their 40s and 50s
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Plank — Ticket required — Experience a modern and effective way to meet potential singles in a fun and safe environment.
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First Friday Nights - MADE Showcase
5-8:45 p.m. — The Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment — $15 entry — Explore indie games and connect with local developers in an engaging showcase.
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Oakland Carnival & Wellness Festival
5 AM - 1 PM — Mosswood Park — Free entry — Celebrate Caribbean culture with music, dance, and wellness activities in a family-oriented festival.
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Raphael Saadiq Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets starting at $27 — Experience soulful rhythms with Raphael Saadiq at an iconic venue.
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Let’s Talk FamilySearch: A Group Exploration
11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore how to navigate FamilySearch and unlock the secrets of your family history with expert guidance.
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Culture Makers
6:30-8:00 p.m. — The New Parkway Theater — Pay what you can — Celebrate the future of sports in Oakland with local leaders and live bluegrass music.
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William Welch Wines Comedy Night
7:30-9 p.m. — William Welch Wines — $20 Tickets Available — An evening of laughter with acclaimed comedians and fun vibes over wine.
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Fine Silver Jewelry Pendant Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Marcus Books — Pricing not mentioned — Create your own exquisite fine silver pendant in a serene workshop environment.
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Milonga Rubia Dance Night
7-11 p.m. — Just Dance Ballroom — $20 entry — Experience a vibrant Milonga with a different DJ each event in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Ancestry Research Group Meeting
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Explore ancestry with the guidance of expert volunteers at this engaging research session.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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