If you’re a tree hugger or a theater lover, this week’s events are for you. In April, The Oaklandside met with naturalist Saumitra Kelkar , who walked us through a mostly native habitat on Skyline Boulevard that he hoped to restore. If you’re a fan of his... See more
With kids out of school for the summer, parents may feel desperate, but there are plenty of child-friendly events around town to check out. We are highlighting a few here, including an immersive dinosaur exhibit featuring a life-sized T-Rex and other preh... See more
In late 2025, Joe Hawkins, the CEO and cofounder of the Oakland LGBTQ Center, wanted to do something to showcase what he calls “our fabulous neighborhood of the Grand Lake and Lakeshore area.” He reached out to Candi Martinez, an event producer and commun... See more
When Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee released her proposed mid-cycle budget on May 15, she proposed a fresh round of reductions, citing “grave financial and operational challenges that must be decisively addressed.” But there was one item she restored that had ... See more
If you’re looking to add work by local artists to your walls and shelves, there are two events you won’t want to miss. The 20th anniversary of Art Murmur will feature the work of over 100 East Bay artists, and a solo exhibit by Berkeley-based artist Spenc... See more
