Friday, December 6th, 2013
It’s a funny time in the publishing industry. We hear that print books are a “dying” medium, but at the same time, more authors are self-publishing than ever. Some bookstores may be in trouble, but people still by plenty of books — just online. We can easily bring the equivalent of dozens of books with
Friday, December 6th, 2013
Since 1974, Creative Growth Art Center has provided studio space, instruction, materials, and widespread exposure to local artists with developmental, mental, and physical disabilities. Creative Growth artists develop professional-grade portfolios and have their work featured both nationally...
Friday, December 6th, 2013
On Friday, five blocks of Telegraph Avenue, from West Grand to 27th Street, will be jammed with a crowd of about 20,000 gawkers and hawkers for Oakland First Fridays. This month will be the usual circus: street artists, food trucks, garage...
Thursday, December 5th, 2013
It is finally here, the HoliGays! After a two week vacation to enjoy some much needed family time for turkey day, the YaY! is back and better than ever. Check out what is going down this weekend...
Thursday, December 5th, 2013
It’s a festive week in Oakland! Galas, award shows, buy-local holiday shopping opportunities and celebrations dominate this week’s events. Fortunately, there are even some events involving getting a good workout and a nice drink — while being...
Thursday, December 5th, 2013
If Councilmember Libby Schaaf and some suporters have their way, circus’ visiting Oakland–like the Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus–which come to the Oracle Arena every year– will have to observe a local ordinance–proposed by Schaaf–that...
Thursday, December 5th, 2013
Exhibition opens First Friday, January 3 and continues through Saturday, February 1. A reception for Byron happens First Saturday, January 4, from 2 to 4 pm. Byron Spicer was raised in San Francisco in a time of...
Wednesday, December 4th, 2013
Feeling craftsy? Want to find a unique gift for some impossible person on your list? Just want to shop local, do some good with your holiday dollars and support local artists and artisans? Lucky you! Here are...
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013
Every second Sunday near the Temescal Art Center, you will see anywhere from fifteen to fifty people file into a dark room with hushed tones, curious glances, and knowing smiles. While you wait for your pupils to...
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013
The staccato click of wooden heels on wooden floors taps out an uptempo rhythm, echoed by repeating handclaps. The arpeggio strains of an acoustic guitar weave a melody in and out, while a singer enunciates vocal phrases...
