The Goldman Sachs rate swap issue is continuing to build steam at Oakland City Hall.

Not only will this critical item be on the agenda of the City Council in April, but the City Administrator's office is now planning to issue an explanation memo on the city financial deal that is angering many in the community.

With spring right around the corner, it's the perfect time to swap home-grown seeds, share a potluck dinner and hear some hoe-down music in Berkeley.

This Friday, Feb. 26, the Bay Area Seed Interchange Library will hold its 11th annual seed swap.