Good morning, Oakland.

Nosh will host its 2025 awards kickoff party at Brix Factory Brewing in Oakland on Oct.

22 from 5 to 7 p.m. where local food fans will cast nominations for the best restaurants and bars + the first 25 voters will receive a free slice from last year's Best New Restaurant winner.

RIC Bar in Rockridge is hosting private shows where musicians perform to raise funds for Sofaburn Inc.—a nonprofit that helps pay for artists’ health care, organized by owner Scott Ayers and co-founder Kirk Crenshaw.

Residents planning to attend protest marches on Oct.

18 are urged to follow expert safety tips from the ACLU and rights groups—these guidelines include learning protest rights, carrying protective items, and following clear police instructions to avoid prosecution.

Black Forest Kitchen in Uptown Oakland opened in May and serves Berlin-style döner kebabs with choices of spiced meat or stewed oyster mushrooms.

Founder Pierre Slack—who grew up in Frankfurt—designed the sandwiches with fresh veggies and tangy sauces to bring a taste of Germany to local diners.

Will Richard, a rookie wing for the Golden State Warriors, started in Tuesday's preseason game in Portland and scored 13 points with six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 29 minutes—his play helped the team win by 10 points.

Coach Steve Kerr said Richard played hard and showed good defense, and his strong performance means he could earn more rotation time later.

Wednesday Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets vary — Experience the unique sound of Wednesday as they blend shoegaze with country influences.

FREQz & Acapulco Lips Live at Stork Club

11 AM - 8 PM — Thee Stork Club — Ticket info not available — Enjoy a day of vibrant music with FREQz and Acapulco Lips in Oakland.

Life Drawing Session

5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Engage in creativity with short poses and limited seating.

Matt Maltese: Tour For You My Whole Life

8-9:30 p.m. — Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the intimate melodies and witty songwriting of acclaimed artist Matt Maltese.

Fireboy DML USA Tour: Oakland

8-10 p.m. — Continental Club — $48.45 — Experience the soul-stirring hits and electrifying energy of Afropop’s golden voice live on stage.

Oakland Soul Arts & Music Festival

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts — $— Celebrate the vibrant arts and music scene of the Bay Area at this engaging festival.

Oakland Hills Trail Run

3:15 a.m. — Lake Merritt Sail Boat House — Registration required — Experience the scenic beauty of Oakland's hidden redwood forest in a trail running event.

Life Drawing Session

5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience a creative evening with short poses and a live model.

Luna Mexicana Celebration

2:30-4 p.m. — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with vibrant dance, music, and community spirit.

Milonga Rubia Dance Event

7-11 p.m. — Just Dance Ballroom — $20 entry — Enjoy an evening of Argentine tango with a different DJ each time in a welcoming atmosphere.