Blog entry by Gene Anderson.
Last updated at Mon, 20 Feb at 9:48am.

Anyone who's lived in the Bay Area for more than a few years knows we generally have dry summers and wet winters (this winter notwithstanding). But what newer residents may not know about are the occasional fires in the urban/rural interface of the hills. The immediate event is devastating, but the longer-term effects can be devastating, too. Denuded hillsides don't hold the rain, leading to mudslides, and roads and homes destroyed.

Blog entry by Oakland Local edi....
Last updated at Tue, 5 Oct at 5:19am.

Today's the Life is Living Green Festival in Defremry Park! Come on out and have a great time.

Activities:

Article by Arielle Vaughan.
Last updated at Tue, 17 Aug at 7:02am.

Food always has a way of gathering people together, and oftentimes, uniting them as one – like family. This very concept is being used by local organizations, to feed mouths and ultimately to feed minds.

Article by Susan Mernit.
Last updated at Sat, 14 Aug at 8:47am.

 For anyone and everyone with an appreciation for the green hip hop movement, Saturday's Fresh Fest is a don't miss  A packed half day of music and events to be held on August 14th from noon to 6 pm at Oakland's pretty Mosswood Park,

Article by Scott James.
Last updated at Tue, 10 Aug at 7:38am.

Editor's Note: This week's Music Monday feature accompanies our weeklong series on green hip hop and Oakland's urban eco movement with music from two of the scene's leaders.  Fiyawata's Ambessa the Articulate brings a straight ahead hip hop track while

Blog entry by CB Smith-Dahl.
Last updated at Tue, 27 Jul at 7:08am.

After all the fireworks of the last two weeks, you might find yourself craving some sun, sky and quiet.

Thankfully, July is National Recreation and Parks month. The East Bay is home to some amazing parks - courtesy of the city, county/regional and state parks systems - and several of them are celebrating important anniversaries this year.

Article by Kwan Booth.
Last updated at Fri, 23 Apr at 2:31pm.

Even though the environmental movement’s been around for decades, it’s safe to say that Oakland’s community activism and emphasis on green collar jobs, urban farming and organic, healthy foods has established us as a leader in the the nationwide resurgence.

Article by Niema Jordan.
Last updated at Mon, 18 Jan at 9:45am.

On Jan 14 the Youth Arts Festival (3-5 pm) kicked off the launch of a brand new center for expression and empowerment of Oakland-area youth.

The Green Youth Art & Media Center (2781 Telegraph, Oakland) focuses on the idea that “urban youth, if supported by a positive, dedicated and creative community, can fulfill their dreams and help lead a movement across the nation for urban revitalization and holistic health.”

Here's a taste of the preparations for this event...