Good Day
Oakland
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Leticia Chavez reopened Obelisco on Lakeshore after closing her Fruitvale location at the end of last year and added a full craft cocktail agave bar to her menu of family-style Mexican dishes; her children help run the business and she plans to hire more staff as neighbors welcome an authentic dining option—fresh recipes blended with California ingredients. East Bay Express
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This week, Oakland will host an AI conversation at the Public Library tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. and a Musical Improv Festival running through Sunday along with the Diwali Festival on Friday that celebrates South Asian culture—additional events include a 5K run, dance theater performances, and concerts by Jacob Wendt and Mars Volta. The Oaklandside
- ➤ A diverse week of music and storytelling will take place in the Bay Area—Thursday features the Ben Goldberg Festival at Wyldflowr Arts, Friday brings an R&B show at Cry Baby in Oakland, and other genres are scheduled at venues in Berkeley and Oakland through Oct. 29. Ticket prices range from $10 to $91 as local venues host jazz, indie, metal, alt-rock and emo shows. East Bay Express
- ➤ Nominate your favorite East Bay restaurants and bars for the 2025 Nosh Awards — which now include 10 categories such as Best Bakery, Best Breakfast, Best Coffee Shop and Best Wine Bar — as nominations will be accepted through Nov. 2 and winners announced in early December. Today, a happy hour kickoff party at Brix Factory Brewing — with drink discounts and early submission opportunities — runs from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The Oaklandside
- ➤ Murder By Death will play its final Bay Area show on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at the UC Theatre in Berkeley—ending a 25-year run after releasing their final album Egg & Dart. The indie-rock band has built a loyal following over the years and will close this chapter of its career. East Bay Express
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A rare albino fawn was seen grazing with its brown family in an East Bay park last week by wildlife photographer Matthew Raifman (he used a long-lens camera to capture the unique moment). East Bay Regional Parks District said the male fawn, born in late May, faces risks from predators because his unusual coloring makes him stand out. San Francisco Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, tens of thousands marched in San Francisco + Oakland to support American democracy while police reported zero arrests and peaceful protests prevailed. San Francisco Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jonathan Kuminga started for the Warriors in their season opener against the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, marking his fifth season in the starting lineup—Coach Steve Kerr limited center Al Horford’s minutes to between 20 and 24 to keep him fresh. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Eleven young Bay Area basketball players traveled this summer to Prague to build a global view — organized by nonprofits Elevated Legacy, Play Marin, and Marin County Cooperation Team. They experienced new cultures and history and will soon share how the trip changed their view of basketball and the world. KTVU
- ➤ The Women’s Professional Baseball League announced that one of its four teams for 2026 will play in San Francisco, joining teams in Los Angeles, New York, and Boston. The league will hold a summer tryout draft and set each team’s roster with 15 players—including stars like Kelsie Whitmore. San Francisco Chronicle
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Life Drawing Session at Faultline Gallery
12-3 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience the creative challenge of capturing the human form in a supportive environment.
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Leisure - Welcome to the Mood Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Fox Theater — Win tickets — Enjoy a night with electronic music from New Zealand's Leisure.
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Jagged Edge Cuffing Season Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Calvin Simmons Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Relive your youth with 90s R&B legends Jagged Edge and special guests Eric Bellinger and Lloyd this cuffing season.
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Life Drawing Session at Faultline Gallery
6-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online / $25 at the door — Practice your drawing skills from a live model in a creative atmosphere.
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Free Your Mind: An Evening for Youth ALIVE!
7-10 p.m. — Chabot Space & Science Center — $65 General Admission, $100 VIP — Immerse in creativity and community while supporting Youth ALIVE!'s impact in Oakland.
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