Blog entry by Friends of Peralt....
Last updated at Thu, 10 Feb at 8:32am.

The Peralta Hacienda community is working to unite Oaklanders through sharing stories and discovering our common history. Nothing does the job quite like food.

Blog entry by Emilie Raguso.
Last updated at Fri, 2 Apr at 11:06pm.

A local group that seeks to connect available garden space with neighbors who want to do the work will meet Apr. 3 to share gardening info and resources, and try to link up folks who have land or skills to spare.

Article by Amy Gahran.
Last updated at Sat, 20 Feb at 6:56pm.

Tiny trees will get huge attention at Lake Merritt next weekend (Feb 27-28). It's the annual mammoth fundraiser for the lovely Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt.

Blog entry by Emilie Raguso.
Last updated at Thu, 11 Feb at 8:51am.

An East Oakland co-op that's working to transform a formerly empty lot into a thriving green space has put out the call for some Valentine's Day assistance. Volunteers will get to share in a locally-sourced organic meal, as well as "skills, starts and stories."

Blog entry by Susan Mernit.
Last updated at Tue, 20 Oct at 11:21pm.

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City of Oakland's budget cuts means there are lots of opportunities to volunteer, Courtsey of CC Jean Quan, here's a list of upcoming opportunities to work on park and neighborhood maintenance and upgrades.