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Oakland
Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 3, about 75 local journalists, photographers & writers gathered at Prescott Market in West Oakland for the fourth annual Bay Area Journalist Meet Up. Organized by Oakland Voices and the Maynard Institute, the event featured networking tables, a bingo game, and Oakland-themed puzzles. Oakland Voices
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Oakland said Chuck Baker is its new assistant city administrator for economic development and technology; he will start on (Dec. 20) to help boost business, update IT systems, and create jobs. Baker comes from Santa Clara and brings strong private-sector experience. The Oaklandside
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $50 million to Cal State East Bay, its largest gift in 68 years — the donation will support the university’s mission as it works to overcome enrollment drops in Hayward. San Francisco Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ King tides are flooding local roadways as officials warn that rising sea levels may reshape the Bay shoreline by 2050. The California Coastal Commission and experts plan changes to coastal design + expand marshlands to protect vulnerable areas. KTVU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ After a federal panel revised guidelines on Friday to limit the hepatitis B birth dose to high-risk infants, California health officials and doctors insist all newborns receive the vaccine at birth to prevent liver disease. The state follows decades of evidence supporting this practice. San Francisco Chronicle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Sequoia Diner in the Laurel District was voted best breakfast in the 2025 Nosh Awards after voters praised its fluffy biscuits, pastries and dishes. The diner serves comfort food with seasonal specials and is open Monday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Wednesday to Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Oaklandside
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Restore and Recharge Yoga with Reiki
4-5:30 p.m. — Groundfloor — Cost varies for Reiki — Enjoy a restorative yoga session and unwind with a mini-Reiki experience in a calming atmosphere.
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US Air Force Band of the Golden West Christmas Concert
7-8 p.m. — Temple Hill Auditorium — Free tickets required — Enjoy a festive brass and vocal concert by the distinguished US Air Force Band this holiday season.
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Temple Hill Choir Christmas Concert
7-8 p.m. — Temple Hill Visitors’ Center — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of Christmas classics performed by the Temple Hill Choir and Symphony Orchestra.
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Nutcracker Evening Performance
7-9 p.m. — Temple Hill — Check event page for details — Enjoy an enchanting opening night performance of The Nutcracker.
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Nutcracker Matinee Performance
2-4 p.m. — Temple Hill — Ticket info not listed — Experience the magical closing performance of the Nutcracker with dedicated performers showcasing their skills.
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Mike Stern Concert
7:30-8:45 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets required — Experience the legendary guitarist Mike Stern perform tracks from his new album 'Echoes and Other Songs'.
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Danish Research Discussion
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Delve into Danish ancestry with a seasoned researcher in this community-driven genealogy session.
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Peter White Christmas Concert
7:30-8:45 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive evening of contemporary jazz featuring Peter White, Mindi Abair, and Vincent Ingala.
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Nathan Nakadegawa-Lee Quartet Performance
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Mr. Tipple's Jazz Club — $15 – $30 — Experience a captivating blend of improvisational, vocal, blues, and jazz music from Nathan Nakadegawa-Lee and his quartet.
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The Nutcracker - 60th Anniversary Special
1-2:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting journey of Marie and the Nutcracker Prince set to Tchaikovsky's timeless score.
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