Good Day
Oakland
Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City-funded Wood Street shelters in West Oakland will close at the end of the month, affecting about 37 residents who have been connected with other housing options or remain uncertain about their next steps. BOSS pulled out early because of disputed payments and city officials are providing short-term emergency support to help those impacted. The Oaklandside
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Belotti Ristorante is opening a new pasta shop at 5317 Martin Luther King Way in 2026—its expansion follows the restaurant’s start in 2016. The shop will serve fresh pasta, sauces, antipasti and desserts—providing Oakland diners with more Italian food options. San Francisco Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ La Loulou, a new wine bar on Piedmont Ave, opened a few weeks ago with an apéritif dinner that offers small plates and a mix of French, Italian, Spanish and California wines. Owner Lou Béraud created the Art Nouveau space with help from her husband Peter Andreoni + his custom build to bring a taste of Paris to Oakland. East Bay Express
- ➤ Along Oakland’s Fruitvale corridor, Foothill Boulevard has grown from two food stands in 2021 into a busy street food hub—now hosting 10 to 20 vendors who serve dishes such as pupusas, huaraches and baleadas. Some vendors operate outside official guidelines yet attract locals with family recipes—despite facing regulatory risks. San Francisco Chronicle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Alexis Madrigal, an Oakland resident, released his book The Pacific Circuit to show how global trade at the Port of Oakland fuels economic growth while also causing labor shifts and environmental risks for communities like West Oakland—his work highlights the local costs of global capitalism amid rising housing pressures and tech industry changes. East Bay Express
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Oakland’s Northgate-Waverly District now shows many bars and restaurants for people with different tastes—there are outdoor spots with redwood patios, cozy places for first dates, and a tropical beach-themed bar. New venues join long-time favorites in the area and give locals more choices for a night out—making the district a lively hub for entertainment. East Bay Express
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In San Quentin, 16 formerly incarcerated men played the alumni baseball game on a crisp Friday morning at the Field of Dreams, and Oakland native Anthony Denard said the event gave him hope amid a long sentence. The game—organized by released player Brandon Terrell and supported by Warden Chance Andes—ended with a score of 17 to 5 for the San Quentin Giants while showing how baseball helped reduce violence. KTVU
- ➤ Allena Darby, an 11-year-old East Bay baseball player known for her homeruns, will board a plane this weekend to play in the Little League Legacy Baseball Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania—her coach father selected her after submitting a video of her skills. ABC7
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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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Washington Freedom vs LA Knight Riders
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Oakland Coliseum — Tickets on sale now — Experience explosive cricket action under the lights with two powerhouse teams battling it out.
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