Oakland walking tour: New Era, New Politics
Blog entry by Gene Anderson.
Last updated at Tue, 7 Feb at 8:58am.

Saturday was a specially scheduled walking tour as part of the celebration of Black History Month in Oakland. It's the "New Era, New Politics" tour, and focuses on the more recent history of Oakland.

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Marcus Books owner talks about impact of family business on black community

Article by D. Jean Collins.
Last updated at Tue, 7 Feb at 7:01am.

With stores in Oakland and San Francisco, Marcus Books is the oldest Black book shop in the country.  Blanche Richardson operates the Oakland store.  She took time between a steady stream of customers to talk about working in this famous family business.

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Oakland ... after dark (Slideshow)
Article by Susan Mernit.
Last updated at Mon, 6 Feb at 6:21am.


Does Oakland glow in the dark?

Looking at these photos by Oaklander Peter Hottelet, you'd surely think yes.

Enjoy!

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Black History Month film series to showcase thought-provoking documentaries (Preview/Trailers)
Article by Eric K Arnold.
Last updated at Sun, 5 Feb at 6:53pm.

Regardless of your position on Occupy Oakland, the good news is that Oaklanders can now occupy City Hall without causing property damage or engaging in acts of vandalism. 

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Oakland designers bring style, grace to special occasion dresses in Fruitvale
Article by Kristi Holohan.
Last updated at Sun, 5 Feb at 10:17am.

The streets of the Fruitvale District are lined with produce stands and street vendors.

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'Stand for Oakland' community event called for downtown - Monday, Feb. 6

Blog entry by Susan Mernit.
Last updated at Sat, 4 Feb at 6:41am.

This note is making the rounds of Oakland neighborhood lists: 

"Come take a "Stand for Oakland" with Residents, Merchants and Downtown Businesses who have been the silent majority.

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February's First Friday to offer plenty to see, do beyond gallery openings
Article by Vanessa Rancano.
Last updated at Fri, 3 Feb at 12:57am.

February’s First Friday is promising to be leap-year-worthy.

In addition to the 19 regular gallery openings, there are several notable art walk happenings this Friday:

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Confused about the recall process for Oakland? Read our explainer
Article by Vanessa Rancano.
Last updated at Wed, 1 Feb at 12:20am.

As the bifurcated effort to recall Mayor Quan moves forward, Oaklanders may be wondering what deployment of this democratic exercise means for the city.

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