Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, Oakland.
Oakland offers families summer events.
The immersive Dinos Alive exhibit (now through July 31) is at the HJK Center for the Arts, and a town hall is today at Cloud Park. A petting zoo is at Montclair Branch on Saturday and a baby rave at The Continental Club on Sunday.
Ajae, an upscale Korean comfort spot, will soon open in Oakland as Min Park (co-owner of hit Yeobo, Darling) launches his next restaurant project.
Dominic Antoine Jr. graduated from Fremont High School on May 28 at Paramount Theatre, and he urged classmates to discover their why while handing out flowers to celebrate their success.
He will shadow a health professional at Kaiser this summer — then head to college in Baton Rouge in August.
Oakland Technical High School will host the Inventors Lab, a free 6-week summer science program for rising 7th and 8th graders, organized by local nonprofit Kits Cubed in partnership with the Golden State Warriors & Golden State Community Foundation.
The program offers free meals and hands-on training in computer-aided design, electronics and programming for young innovators this summer.
Photographer Jim Roach captured a rare image of two bald eagles resting at Middle Harbor Park on May 25.
He said the early morning shot shows the species’ rebound in Oakland.
Several new restaurant options offering milk tea, Thai, Nepali, and cafe fare have opened across the East Bay.
Local spots include ChaHalo (2041 University Ave. in Berkeley) and the reopened Jamba Juice at Alameda Landing, expanding dining choices for residents.
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.
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.
2026 Oakland Carnival Wellness Festival
12-8 p.m. — Mosswood Park — Free entry — Celebrate vibrant culture with a parade, music, costumes, and delicious food.
An Evening with Nathan Nakadegawa-Lee
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Sound Room — Ticket Info Available — Experience a night of original compositions influenced by jazz, blues, and free improvisation.
Luis Peralta Trio with Spencer Hoefert
3-5 p.m. — Maybeck Studio — Ticket info TBA — Experience an afternoon of captivating jazz featuring pianist Luis Peralta and guitarist Spencer Hoefert.
The Hogan Brothers Jazz Fusion Concert
8-11 p.m. — Dawn Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night of diverse jazz fusion sounds from the talented Hogan Brothers.
Moraga Park Concert
5:30-10:30 p.m. — Moraga Commons Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music from The Purple while relaxing in the beautiful park setting.
DaBoyDame & Friends Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — All ages — Experience an electrifying night of hip-hop and R&B with DaBoyDame and special guests in the heart of Oakland.
Live in The Laurel Concert Series
7-9 p.m. — Degrees Plato Tap Room Bottle Shop & Kitchen — Free entry — Enjoy an unplugged performance by Orchestra Gold featuring Mariam Diakité in an evening of African psych rock.
Singers Night Celebration
7 p.m. — The Dome — $25 — Celebrate National Singers Night with live performances from local talents and a film screening.
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