Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
Good morning, Oakland.
💼 Business
Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood bar Tallboy is on track to sell nearly 30,000 martinis in 2025, far exceeding pre-opening forecasts.
Owner Den Stephens credits fast bartenders & a genuine, informal neighborhood vibe for attracting Bay Area customers.
🎓 Education
Oakland Tech held a ceremony last week to unveil its $1.4M auditorium upgrade, funded over 20 years by a parent committee — the modern venue now features new seats, sound, and lighting systems that will support the revived performing arts program.
🌲 Environment
Rain will break Oakland’s dry spell with light showers beginning Wednesday morning and a stronger storm arriving Friday into Saturday to bring more substantial rain and lower Sierra snow levels — though rainfall totals in Oakland will remain modest.
The series of storms ends nearly four weeks of dry weather.
🏥 Health
A study by UCSF and Northwestern found that heavy tanning bed use in youth caused irreversible genetic damage in skin cells and increased mutation rates, which may lead to melanoma.
Experts advise Bay Area residents to avoid tanning beds.
🏈 Sports
Cal is rethinking its football future after former quarterback Fernando Mendoza (the first Cal alum to win the Heisman) transferred to Indiana and returning quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele stayed.
With coach Tosh Lupoi and GM Ron Rivera at the helm, the team will use the season to rebuild its platform.
On Dec. 14, the Warriors fell 136-131 to the Trail Blazers in Portland as Stephen Curry scored 48 with 12 3-pointers, marking a three-game losing streak for Golden State and their ninth unique starting lineup this season.
🎉 Oakland Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Oakland Ballet: The Nutcracker
1-2:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre Oakland — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical performance of The Nutcracker featuring beautiful dancing and live orchestral music.
Larry Vuckovich Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Yoshi's Oakland — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a powerful jazz performance featuring an acclaimed sextet with Afro-Cuban rhythms and classic big-band hits.
Alvon Johnson Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets required — Experience a night of versatile music with the 'King of the Blues' performing jazz and rock classics.
General Business Networking Event
6-8 p.m. — Sobre Mesa — Limited tickets — Connect with professionals across diverse industries at this multi-vertical networking opportunity.
Ranzel Merritt Live Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the fusion of hip hop, jazz, and funk with Ranzel Merritt's innovative sound.
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