Good morning, Oakland.

Surf vans from the MeWater Foundation arrived at Stinson Beach to offer a free surfing camp that helps inner-city youth improve their mental health.

The program served kids from local groups such as Youth Matters and continued a day filled with smiles and outdoor adventure — a chance to reset in nature.

Four East Oakland high school youth leaders led an interactive workshop at Youth Alive’s headquarters in Pill Hill to help break the cycle of gun and gang violence by showing how poverty, job shortages, and media can push people toward harmful actions—they will soon lead new sessions at Frick United Academy for middle schoolers.

Before dawn on Wednesday, burglars used a U-Haul truck to ram Sterling Bank and Trust and Cathay Bank on Webster Street in Oakland Chinatown, sparking community anger and an ongoing investigation—police are following leads to identify the suspects.

Seoul Gomtang in Oakland serves tteokguk, a hot rice cake soup with beef broth, rice cakes, seaweed, and sides like kimchi and cucumber salad — a dish usually eaten on New Year’s Day but offered all year.

Developers plan to build a five-story apartment building with 110 units on the property — the restaurant may close soon.

The San Leandro Dahlia Society will host its annual dahlia competition at Lakeside Park Garden Center on Aug.

30 + Aug. 31, where longtime growers Chris Dix and Curtis Maxwell have been preparing the blooming flowers at The Gardens at Lake Merritt. The event is free to attend, with a $5 parking fee.

Community leaders and activists met Thursday night at a Black Men United event to discuss plans in case the National Guard is deployed in Oakland, saying a military presence may worsen tensions.

Organizers will contact churches and schools to advise young people on how to stay safe — avoiding confrontation in encounters with troops.

Today, Oaklandside released a new 510 podcast episode that looks into how the city awards millions in contracts—host Tasneem Raja talks with reporter Eli Wolfe about fairness and transparency.

The episode also covers a $45 million security contract and explains how city councilmembers spend their special funds.

Kaiser nurses protested at the San Rafael facility on Aug 21st against planned layoffs that will cut 41 nursing roles and one art therapist position in October—warning that a reduced and already stretched workforce may lead to longer wait times and canceled appointments.

Protesters said cutting experienced staff could risk patient care even as Kaiser maintained that the changes will not affect service quality.

Life Drawing Session

5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Explore your artistic side with dynamic life drawing sessions featuring a live model.

Let’s Talk FamilySearch: A Group Exploration

11 AM — Oakland FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Discuss navigating FamilySearch and share tips in a community setting.

AI Tips for Genealogy Research

10:30-10:45 a.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Discover the latest AI tips for enhancing your genealogy research in this informative session.

Happy Hour Cruise at Jack London Square

8-10 p.m. — Jack London Square — $20 — Unwind with unbeatable drink specials and dance aboard a scenic cruise of the San Francisco Bay.

All The Feels: R&B and Slow Jams Night

8-11 p.m. — Level 13 Ultra Lounge — Limited Free tickets — Elevate your aura with live DJ sets of R&B, Slow Jams, and everything in between.

Milonga Rubia Dance Event

7-11 p.m. — Just Dance Ballroom — $20 cash entry — Enjoy a welcoming Milonga with diverse DJs and community spirit in a safe environment.

Life Drawing Session at Faultline Artspace

5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Engage in short poses and unleash your creativity in a vibrant art atmosphere.

Jeffrey Osborne Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets required — Experience the smooth R&B sounds of Grammy-nominated artist Jeffrey Osborne live in Oakland.

Jeffrey Osborne Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with R&B legend Jeffrey Osborne featuring classics and new hits.

GROOVES Closing Celebration

5-8 p.m. — Faultline Artspace — Free entry — Celebrate artistic contributions with the Album Art Tribute event.