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  • Orpheus Descending

    Oakland Theater Project, 1501 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Experience Orpheus Descending as part of Oakland Theater Project’s run from August 7 through August 23. The page promotes the production and provides a “More Info” link for details, while also listing the theater organization and its address information.

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  • FIGURE EIGHT (OAKLAND) + MOP + STARBELLIED BUG

    Knockout, 3223 Mission St, San Francisco · verified Aug 1
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    Figure Eight, Mop, and Starbelliedbug bring live performances to a summer celebration in the Mission. Program Audio residents lethargy and moth handle DJ duties to keep the music going and close the evening.

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  • 1pm

    Beach Bunny

    Fox Theater, 1807 Telegraph Ave, Oakland
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    Catch The Beths live for an indie pop, modern power pop performance at the Fox Theater in Oakland. This is a Friday night show featuring the band as the headliner.

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  • 6pm

    Beginner Series

    2547 8th St, Berkeley
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    A beginner series at the dojo meets during the regular class and is intended for newcomers as well as those who have already started practice. The focus is to build familiarity with four strikes and explore response options, including shomen uchi, tsuki, yokomen uchi, and yokomen uchi hantai.

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  • 6pm

    PETER FRAMPTON Tribute + THE PIANO MAN Sing Along... LIVE @ Retro Junkie!

    Retro Junkie, 2112 N Main St, Walnut Creek · verified Aug 1
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    Join this live tribute show at Retro Junkie featuring a PETER FRAMPTON Tribute plus THE PIANO MAN sing-along. It is an in-person, 21+ event with free parking available.

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  • 7pm

    Orpheus Descending

    Oakland Theater Project, 1501 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Orpheus Descending by Tennessee Williams presents a Southern Gothic tale that reimagines the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice through a vivid American lens. A magnetic drifter enters a tightly controlled small town, stirring long-suppressed desires for love, justice, and self-determination. As the community confronts its prejudices and grip on moral authority, the promise of freedom becomes a provocation that upends the fragile order, with consequences that reverberate far beyond one stranger’s arrival.

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  • 7:30pm

    Jill Scott

    Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Jill Scott brings the To Whom This May Concern Tour to Paramount Theatre of the Arts in a strictly phone-free setting. Cell phones, smart glasses, and other recording devices are not permitted in the performance space. On arrival, phones and related accessories are secured in Yondr pouches that remain with guests and are unlocked when the event concludes. Guests keep their belongings at all times. If you need to use your phone, visit a designated Phone Use Area in the venue, then reseal the pouch before returning to the performance. Anyone using a non-permitted device during the show will be escorted out. Bringing a credit card is recommended for purchases inside the venue. Ticket options include a public on-sale, several presales through partners such as Live Nation, Citi for cardmembers, the artist, the venue, SiriusXM, and Bandsintown, along with VIP packages.

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  • 7:30pm

    Repossessed

    La Val's Pizza, 1834 Euclid Ave, Berkeley
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    Repossessed, by Greg Lam and directed by Gabriel A. Ross, explores a world where a company called Life Enhanced can install new abilities, knowledge, and memories directly into your mind, then erase any recollection of the procedure so the improvements feel innate. A married couple opts in, enjoying their upgrades until missed payments put everything at risk and the fine print takes center stage. The production takes place at LaVal’s Subterranean Theater, located beneath LaVal’s Pizza. The performance runs about two hours and includes a brief intermission. The cast features Claire Renoe as Gretchen, Rachael Richman as Regina, Alan Coyne as Rich, David Ghilardi as Ted, and Natalie Tichenor as Cindy. The creative team includes costumes by Vanessa Price, set and lighting by Nate Bogner, stage management by Jose Garcia, and production and technical direction by Jerome Solberg and AnneJelika Ong Cortez. Ticket options include a limited early bird at $15, general admission at $25, and a $40 supporter level, with pay what you will available at the door subject to availability. Please note that LaVal’s Subterranean Theater is not wheelchair accessible, and entry requires using a flight of stairs.

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  • 7:30pm

    Teddy Riley

    Yoshi's, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Teddy Riley appears at Yoshi's Oakland - Jack London square, bringing a career that helped define New Jack Swing and reshape popular music. Credited with originating the style that bridged hip hop and R&B, his influence has reached contemporary R&B, hip hop, gospel, soul, and pop since the early 1980s. A Grammy winner and multi-platinum producer with more than a thousand credits, he produced Michael Jackson's Dangerous, moving over 40 million copies worldwide. Early milestones include co-producing Doug E. Fresh and the Get Fresh Crew's The Show and, at 17, producing Kool Moe Dee's Go See the Doctor, which entered the Billboard Hot 100. His success with Keith Sweat's Make It Last Forever and the hit I Want Her helped launch the New Jack Swing era. Riley went on to form Guy with Aaron Hall and Timmy Gatling, produce Big Daddy Kane's I Get The Job Done, and craft work for The Jacksons, the Winans, James Ingram, and the crossover remix of Jane Child's Don't Wanna Fall in Love. He later guided Wreck-N-Effect on Hard or Smooth and signed The Neptunes while creating Rump Shaker, then founded Blackstreet and delivered enduring singles like No Diggity featuring Dr. Dre and Queen Pen, Don't Leave Me, and Girlfriend/Boyfriend with Janet Jackson, Eve, and Ja Rule. Recognition includes induction into the Hip hop Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, a Soul Train Legend Award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, while companies such as Yamaha, PreSonus, and AKAI have also relied on his technical expertise.

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  • 7:30pm

    An Evening of Flamenco

    The Sound Room, 3022 Broadway, Oakland · verified Aug 1
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    Enjoy an evening of flamenco featuring flamenco guitar, singing, and dance. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show runs from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM at The Sound Room. The performance will highlight the passionate rhythms and storytelling that make flamenco such a beloved art form.

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  • 8pm

    First Friday Sound Bath

    The Green Yogi, 2807 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley · verified Jul 31
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    Settle into a restorative sound bath with Will Magid, also known as Balkan Bump, designed for anyone seeking calm, renewal, and a peaceful pause after a long week, whether brand new to this practice or an experienced meditator. The experience moves gently from arrival and settling to guided breathwork and grounding meditation, then into an immersive sound bath shaped by warm brass tones, melodic layers, textured atmospheres, and grounding frequencies, followed by a soft return, integration, and closing reflection. Will, a trumpeter and producer rooted in the East Bay, brings the quieter side of his musical journey to this monthly gathering, sharing sound as a companion for rest. After years traveling the world as Balkan Bump and appearing on stages from Coachella to Red Rocks, he turned inward to create meditative soundscapes that draw on ethnomusicology and the textures of the natural world. His sessions invite listeners to slow down, reconnect with their inner landscape, and rediscover the ease beneath everyday noise. Tickets are $40. BIPOC scholarships are available, and inquiries can be sent to hello@mygreenyogi.com.

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  • 8pm

    5Rhythms® Boundless Waves Friday Dance

    Studio 12, Berkeley · verified Jul 31
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    5Rhythms Boundless Waves Friday Dance offers a weekly movement meditation in Berkeley, guided by a rotating collective of four certified 5Rhythms teachers. Each week a different member of the team leads, bringing a distinct perspective and seasoned guidance to the floor. The collective brings a wide range of experience and depth to support exploration of this dynamic practice, with personal styles and insights shaping each session and a shared trust in the practice’s transformative potential. To honor the community’s spirit and integrity, please plan to arrive early or on time. Tickets are available. Not all 5Rhythms teachers hold 5RTA accreditation, and only classes taught by 5RTA accredited teachers count as prerequisite hours for the 5Rhythms Teacher Training path. For any questions, please reach out.

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  • 8pm

    Soul Sister Dance Circle

    Green Yogi Telegraph, 2807 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley
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    Soul Sisters Dance Circle invites women into a supportive movement space at Green Yogi Telegraph, centering embodied awareness and genuine expression through music and dance. It offers a chance to slow down, listen inward, and connect in sisterhood. The circle opens with a grounding practice to help everyone arrive in their bodies through breath, intention, gentle movement, and optional sharing. It then moves into an intuitive dance journey set to a carefully curated playlist, with space to move big or small or to rest whenever needed while facilitators offer light guidance and honor personal choice. The gathering concludes with reflection and integration, inviting participants to share insights or simply witness one another before heading home. Comfortable layers are encouraged, along with a water bottle and an optional journal and pen, plus an open mind and heart. This offering creates a meaningful pause to honor life’s seasons and to remember the body’s wisdom. It is designed as a women-only container with no pressure to perform or please. Participants often leave feeling grounded and renewed, with tools for embodied self expression and nervous system care, a stronger sense of belonging, and greater openness to pleasure, play, peace, and personal power. Access is supported through a trust-based sliding scale. Community Tickets are $25 for those facing financial constraints. Solidarity Tickets are $30 for people with some flexibility who still need a reduced rate. Sustaining Tickets are $35 to cover the true cost of the circle. Reciprocity Tickets are $40 for those able to contribute more and help expand access for others. The guides bring a rich blend of creativity and care. Artist and coach Lily Sol explores connection to nature and feminine energy through dance and intuitive painting, bringing playful, empowering energy to movement. Alicia Inés, born in Ciudad de Mexico and now an immigrant artist in the United States, channels dance, nature-centered self care, and design into restoring discarded materials and into sharing her gifts in service of community growth. Lacou Flipse draws on 13 years of trauma-informed coaching and nervous system awareness, inviting people out of mental stories and into the body with intuitive movement, emotional attunement, gentle listening, and a warm, grounded, playful teaching style rooted in authenticity.

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  • 10pm

    GRiZ

    The Independent, 628 Divisadero St, San Francisco · verified Aug 1
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    GRiZ is performing at The Independent in San Francisco. The show is listed for late evening, with doors/show time starting at 10:00 PM local venue time.

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Saturday, August 8 13 events
  • 6am

    Motorcyclist Training Course

    Bay Area Motorcycle Training, 650 W Ticonderoga Ave, Alameda
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    Designed for absolute beginners, this motorcycle training course draws on decades of rider safety research and modern teaching methods to help new riders build skills quickly, with most students riding within the first few exercises. Students who pass the class receive a DL389, which may waive the M1 skill test at the DMV and fulfills a licensing requirement for those under 21. It is the only program providing the M1 skill test waiver within San Francisco city limits, with additional locations that include an Alameda site, formerly California Rider Education (CaRE), close to the Oakland and Berkeley area, and a Vallejo school at the Solano County Fairgrounds across from Discovery Kingdom.

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  • 9:30am

    Soulful Flow Yoga

    The Alembic, 2820 7th St, Berkeley · verified Jul 31
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    At The Alembic, this vigorous vinyasa practice led by Anne-René blends movement, breath, and mindful transitions to cultivate balance in body, mind, and spirit. The class unfolds as a moving meditation with challenging sequences, inviting focused attention to how each posture is entered and exited so a steady, contemplative rhythm can arise. Hand mudras, chanting, inspired readings, and music are woven throughout to foster a heartfelt connection to the flow. Anne-René brings experience as a dance artist, an Alexander Technique teacher, and the artistic director of Sculpted Motion. She began studying yoga in New York City in the 1990s and received a Vinyasa teaching certification from the White Lotus Foundation in 2008. Her teaching is shaped by guidance from Ty Landrum, Sara Baird, Erin Dudley, Keith Borden, Cindi Lee's Om Yoga Center, Laughing Lotus Yoga, and the anatomical perspectives of Irene Dowd and Leslie Kaminoff. Additional influences include Krishnamurti, Ram Das, Kundalini yoga, Gaga, and Gyrotonic. She draws creative energy from the sky by day and night, the grace of animals and trees, the power of poetry, and the resilience and kindness found in people, teaching from a place of continual growth and flow.

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  • 10am

    Alameda Coastal Clean Up

    Seaplane Lagoon Promenade, 1801 Ferry Pt, Alameda · verified Jul 31
    Free

    CASA, NCRA, Mission Blue San Francisco Bay Hope Spot, DOER Marine, and the Alameda Recreation and Parks Department partner on a monthly coastal cleanup at Alameda Point, with activity centered around the Sea Plane Lagoon Promenade. Participants work together to clear debris and care for the waterfront, helping keep this shoreline clean for the community.

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  • 11am

    Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival

    Laurel District Association, 4222 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland
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    Enjoy the 25th annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival, a vibrant community celebration featuring global music, art, makers and crafters, folkloric traditions, and food. It is designed for all ages and abilities and takes over more than 8 blocks for a full day of performances and cultural fun.

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  • 11am

    Learning Lab Training Seminar: Proactive, Not Reactive (Oakland)

    East Bay SPCA, 8323 Baldwin St, Oakland
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    At East Bay SPCA, this seminar focuses on understanding and addressing canine reactivity and delivers the same core guidance you would typically cover with a private trainer during a first session. It suits anyone waiting for a class opening as well as those who want clear, practical tools to begin on their own. Attendance is limited to people, not dogs, so you can concentrate on the material without managing reactive behaviors in the room. Keeping it humans only also allows for more seating and flexible pricing, making it the most affordable introductory reactivity option offered at this location.

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  • 11am

    SFIJ 2026!!!

    UC Berkeley, Berkeley
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    The West Coast’s largest parkour jam returns with two days of action. It begins at UC Berkeley with parkour sessions and a barbecue. The second day heads to the bunkers for more movement and exploration. Veterans of this jam know the vibe, and first timers can look forward to a high energy gathering.

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  • 12pm

    Monster Jam

    Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland
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    Monster Jam brings thunderous horsepower to Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum with massive 12,000 pound trucks, spectacular stunts and nonstop thrills for all ages. Watch drivers balance on two wheels, launch over obstacles and keep the excitement revving from start to finish. Fan favorites like Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, Sparkle Smash and more power the action for an adrenaline filled showcase of motorsports fun.

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  • 3pm

    The 2000's Day Party

    ForTheCulture Oak, 701 Clay St, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Get ready for the Bay Area’s biggest 2000’s Day Party with a live performance by Nivea. Expect throwback Y2K energy all afternoon with DJ Heartbreak, Red Corvette, and H Holla spinning music to keep the vibe going. 2000’s attire is highly encouraged, and there will also be bottle service and hookah available with a table reservation. Please note that all sales are final and refunds are not available.

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  • 5:30pm

    Cyrus Chestnut

    Piedmont Piano Company, 1728 San Pablo Ave, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Part of the Jazz Piano Masters Series at Piedmont Piano Company, Cyrus Chestnut performs solo at the piano. Known for nimble technique and a warm, gospel rooted swing, he shapes each set in the moment, responding to the room and the listeners for a singular experience. Two shows are planned. Seating is limited, and purchasing in advance is recommended. General admission is $40 in advance and $45 at the door.

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  • 8pm

    Saturday Night Comedy

    The Fireside Lounge, 1453 Webster St, Alameda · verified Jul 31
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    Experience a two-part comedy night every second Saturday of the month. It begins with an all-star showcase and then continues with an open mic show for even more laughs.

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  • 9:30pm

    Teddy Riley

    Yoshi's, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland · verified Aug 1
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    Teddy Riley is performing live at Yoshi's in Oakland. The show starts at 9:30 PM.

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  • 10pm

    Chulita Vinyl Club

    Knockout, 3223 Mission St, San Francisco · verified Aug 1
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    Get ready for a second-Saturday vinyl dance party with a mix of cumbia, funk, oldies, soul sides, freestyle, hip hop, reggaeton, and more. The night runs from 10:00 PM to close with DJs, and it’s a 21+ event. Doors open at 10:00 PM.

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  • 11pm

    Flower Crown Workshop

    Mannequin Madness, 1031 Cotton St, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Create your own flower crown at a hands-on workshop shaped by the spirit of circular fashion. Craft a durable wearable piece using lifelike faux flowers and carefully selected accents, with guidance suited to all skill levels so no prior crafting experience is needed. The format welcomes individuals attending on their own, friends celebrating together, or groups planning a special occasion.

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Sunday, August 9 6 events
  • 10:30am

    5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers

    The Alembic, 2820 7th St, Berkeley · verified Jul 31
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    Explore 5Rhythms dance in a Sweat Your Prayers session at The Alembic in Berkeley. This movement practice offers a living map from head to feet, opening a path to presence, healing, and transformation through five distinct energies: Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, and Stillness. The session supports your individual practice with light guidance as you ride wave after wave of music and motion. Many participants leave feeling clear, grounded, energized, and more connected to themselves and their inner knowing. Open to every body, it welcomes you to arrive as you are and let your movement unfold.

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  • 11am

    2026 Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival - Sunday (Rufus Du Sol, Baby Keem, Empire of the Sun)

    Golden Gate Park, San Francisco · verified Aug 1
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    Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival is coming to Golden Gate Park for a Sunday show featuring RÜFÜS DU SOL, Baby Keem, and Empire of the Sun. Doors open in the late morning for a day of live music in the park.

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  • 1:30pm

    "2nd Sundays" East Bay Drummm Circle

    Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley · verified Jul 31
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    Take part in a welcoming drum circle at Ashkenaz where rhythm becomes a pathway to connection, stress relief, and uplift. Guided by facilitator Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR, founder of DRUMMM Rhythmic Events, this interactive experience invites participation from everyone, no matter your background with music. Bring a drum if you have one, or use one available on site for a $5 convenience fee. Seating is provided. People of all ages, cultures, genders, and abilities are invited to participate, from first-timers to longtime drummers. Minors must attend with an adult.

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  • 6pm

    Restorative Yoga, Sound Bath and Hot Stones

    Green Yogi Telegraph, 2807 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley · verified Jul 31
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    Settle into a restorative sound bath that blends gentle yoga, live music, breathing techniques, and the soothing warmth of hot stones for deep relaxation and renewal. Guided by Darren Main, participants move through supportive poses that encourage openness and ease while skilled sound healers provide live music. Smooth, heated stones are placed on key points of the body as each posture unfolds, inviting deep release and tranquility. This immersive experience nurtures body, mind, and spirit, offering a chance to step away from distractions and tune into inner rhythms. Tickets are $45, with an early bird rate of $40 available until two weeks prior. BIPOC discounts are available by contacting hello@mygreenyogi.com. Registrations for workshops and events can be canceled and refunded up to 48 hours in advance or applied to a future instance of the same event where applicable. Within 48 hours, registrations are non-refundable.

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  • 7pm

    Profanatica

    Cornerstone Berkeley, 2367 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley
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    Profantaica takes the stage at Cornerstone with an onslaught in store, joined by special guests Morbosidad and Cloak.

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  • 7pm

    Case

    Yoshi's, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Case takes the stage with a live band at Yoshi's Oakland -Jack London square, bringing the smooth, heartfelt R&B and soul that have defined his platinum-selling career. Born Case Woodard and raised across Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Mount Vernon, he honed his voice early, moving from the groups Future and Black to co-writing and singing background for Usher, Christopher Williams, and Al B. Sure before being discovered by Russell Simmons and signing with Def Jam. His 1996 debut introduced the international hit Touch Me, Tease Me featuring Foxy Brown and Mary J. Blige, paving the way for Personal Conversation with favorites like Happily Ever After and Faded Pictures. Open Letter delivered the chart-topping Missing You and brought Grammy nominations for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration. His songs have appeared on soundtracks for films such as Nutty Professor, Rush Hour, and The Best Man, and collaborations with artists like Ja Rule showcased his range. Later releases including The Rose Experience, Here, My Love, Heaven's Door, and Therapy with the single Make Love featuring Teddy Riley and Tank reflect his continued evolution and dedication to songs about love.

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Monday, August 10 3 events
  • 6pm

    Mondays Industry / Ambassador Tasting Night

    1453 Webster St, Alameda · verified Aug 2
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    This industry and ambassador tasting night features the chance to meet brand representatives and sample new products. Bartenders Siobhan and Ray will be behind the bar mixing drinks. Expect specials offered exclusively on Mondays and plenty of board games, whether you bring your own or pick from the wide selection available on site.

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  • 7pm

    Every Monday Salsa Classes

    2500 Embarcadero, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    Salsa classes at Just Dance Ballroom are taught by world champion salsa dance artists John Narvaez and Liz Rojas.

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  • 8pm

    Little Feat

    Fox Theater, 1807 Telegraph Ave, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Little Feat is coming to the Fox Theater in Oakland for a show starting at 8:00 PM. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

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Tuesday, August 11 8 events
  • 5:30am

    Family Paddle Nights with Gaia Guides

    Ballena Bay Marina, 1138 Ballena Blvd, Alameda · verified Aug 7
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    Gaia Guides hosts family-friendly paddling sessions on the calm, protected waters of Ballena Bay Marina in Alameda. These relaxed, beginner-focused outings welcome first-time kayakers and seasoned paddleboarders alike, with instructors nearby to offer safety guidance, technique tips, and encouragement. Families with children ages 5 to 14 are the focus, and a parent or guardian participates alongside each child. All essential gear is provided. Pricing is $40 per adult per session, and kids paddle free on their first visit with the code kidspaddlefree. Pre-registration is required to reserve equipment.

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  • 11am

    (2) for $22 Discount Tuesdays at the PPM!

    Pacific Pinball Museum, 1510 Webster St, Alameda · verified Aug 2
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    On Tuesdays, two guests of any age can enjoy museum admission for a combined price of $22. Spend the day exploring exhibits and playing more than 100 machines spanning the 1940s through the 2020s. Choose songs on three jukeboxes at no extra cost. Reentry is allowed, making it easy to step out for breaks and local food and drinks, then return to keep playing.

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  • 4pm

    ESL Conversation Club

    3301 E 12th St, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    This English conversation club offers a welcoming space where people learning the language can practice with fellow learners in a supportive setting.

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  • 7pm

    Social Mixer Ballroom Class Every Tuesday at Just Dance Ballroom!

    2500 Embarcadero, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    Build confidence on the dance floor with a beginner friendly social mixer ballroom class led by professional ballroom instructor Christian Solares. Learn simple, practical steps and partner skills you can use at social dance parties, weddings, ballroom gatherings, cruises, and nightclubs, so you can feel comfortable dancing anywhere. No partner is required, and everyone is welcome. Instruction focuses on foundational ballroom technique, lead and follow, rhythm and timing, and easy partner patterns in a relaxed, friendly setting that keeps the emphasis on enjoyable social dancing.

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  • 7pm

    Tuesday Trivia

    Dog Haus Biergarten, 1407 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley · verified Aug 7
    Free

    Every Tuesday, Dog Haus Biergarten Berkeley hosts a free-to-play trivia night with prizes for the top teams. There is no registration required. Teams can have up to seven players to qualify for top prizes, and larger groups are welcome to participate even if prize eligibility may differ. Bringing friends is encouraged, and solo players can check in with the host before play to be connected with other participants or a welcoming team of regulars. Enjoy pints and classic pub fare while testing your knowledge. Please note there are no games on major holidays.

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  • 7pm

    Omniswing

    Omni Studios, 3630 Telegraph Ave, Oakland · verified Aug 7
    Free

    OmniSwing offers a structured path into West Coast Swing, starting from the basics and building skills step by step. It welcomes complete beginners and returning dancers alike, and there is no need to bring a partner. Instruction is organized into monthly modules with progressive Levels 1 through 3, clear assessment criteria for moving up, and optional supplemental classes from Level 2 to support continued growth. After class, a practica and social dancing create space to practice new material and connect with the community. First-time attendees receive their class for free. Pricing options include a $25 drop-in with a $5 pre-sale discount, $15 for social dancing only, and $35 for a class plus social when paying at the door. To keep learning accessible, The Omni Movement offers an Ambassador work-trade program with 50% and 100% discounts, and the Omni Promise reserves up to a quarter of each class’s capacity for discounted pricing, with the current discount at 50%.

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  • 7pm

    Improvising in the Style of Shakespeare with Diana Brown

    2550 Telegraph Ave, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    An improv intensive that dives into the language and storytelling of William Shakespeare, this experience blends guided exercises and scene work to help participants create bold characters, speak in verse with confidence, and shape dialogue filled with imagery and rhythm. Expect to explore desires and flaws like love, ambition, and folly while playing with classic devices such as disguise, mistaken identity, lovers in conflict, comic misunderstandings, and contests of wit or steel. It all culminates in an ensemble performance that weaves these skills into improvised tales of love stories, rivalries, and revels. No prior Shakespeare training is needed, only a playful spirit and a willingness to leap into poetic imagination. Registration is $228. The intensive is led by Diana Brown, an improvisational theatre artist, actor, producer, director, and voiceover talent whose work includes the Shakespearean Gamesome Frolic, the duo Bingewatch, the Tennessee Williams inspired Fleeting Reminiscence, the trios POPTOP and Slumber Party, and the Twilight Zone inspired ensemble But of Mind. She is part of the Killing My Lobster acting pool and a guest artist with BATS Improv, has performed at festivals including Impro Amsterdam, Liverpool Improv Festival, Vancouver Improv Festival, SF Sketchfest, Improv Fest Ireland, and the New York Improv Festival, and teaches at Berkeley Repertory Theatre’s School of Theatre and with Leela Improv Theatre, with additional guest instruction at BATS Improv. She is also appearing at ImprovCon with Jonathan Pitts in his form Time Piece, and is in rehearsals for a new transatlantic offering conceived and directed by Mark Smith.

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  • 8pm

    The Blues Project

    Yoshi's, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    Catch The Blues Project live at Yoshi's in Oakland. The show starts at 8:00 PM, and tickets are available through Etix.

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Wednesday, August 12 16 events
  • 10:30am

    Play Cafe

    Eastmont Library, 7200 Bancroft Ave #211, Oakland · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Play Cafe is a fun, kid-friendly session for families with children ages 0 to 5. Come for stories, songs, and plenty of playtime.

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  • 1pm

    Audrey Hobert

    Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Catch a live pop headliner performance by Audrey Hobert at the Paramount Theatre in Oakland. The show is on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

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  • 2pm

    Crafternoon for Kids/ Manualidades para Niñ@s

    Fruitvale Branch, 3301 E 12th St, Oakland · verified Aug 7
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    Wednesday afternoons feature a kid-friendly craft session, Crafternoon for Kids, also offered as Manualidades para Niñ@s. Following the MOCHA program on the first Wednesday of each month, every week brings a different hands-on project. Children can get creative with activities like painting, cutting, and gluing, all centered on exploration and fun. Accessibility information is available.

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  • 5pm

    Wednesday Beginners Line Dance Party (Finnish Hall, Berkeley)

    Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley · verified Aug 2
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    Take part in a weekly beginner line dance party led by @CardioWithCarah, with a one hour, indoor class at Berkeley Finnish Hall. Admission is $20. To avoid fees, paying at the door is preferred, and cash, Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, or CashApp are accepted. Tickets can also be purchased in advance.

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  • 6pm

    Tedeschi Trucks Band

    The William Randolph Hearst Greek Theatre at Greek Theatre Berkeley, Berkeley · verified Jul 31
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    Tedeschi Trucks Band brings the Future Soul 2026 Tour to the Greek Theatre at UC Berkeley, with Lukas Nelson opening the show. Tickets are available now.

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  • 6:30pm

    Oakland Ballers vs. Modesto Roadsters

    Raimondi Park, 1800 Wood St, Oakland · verified Aug 7
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    This event honors the late legendary Coach Beam and his family for the impact he made on the Oakland sports community. The occasion is dedicated to remembering his legacy and acknowledging his family with gratitude and respect.

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  • 6:30pm

    Exercism-Pilates Hour w/Keri Wednesday evenings at Spire in Oakland

    Spire the Church, 825 Athens Ave, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    A welcoming group mat Pilates class at Spire Church led by Keri invites participants of every body type and experience level. Sessions use props to support targeted work in mobility, stability, strength, and release, with personalized options to modify or increase challenge. Expect focused attention on proprioception, closed chain movements, and, when appropriate, intentionally unstable surfaces that help activate deep stabilizing muscles rather than the primary movers. The goal is to help you understand your body more clearly, identify imbalances, and retrain movement patterns for greater ease, efficiency, and range. The work is purposeful and guided with care so you can deepen your movement practice at a pace that fits you. Sliding scale admission is available at $10 to $20 with a $15 suggested donation. No one is turned away for lack of funds. Donations are accepted at the door via Venmo, PayPal, or Zelle. Keri is a comprehensively trained Balanced Body instructor who works at EHS Legacy Studio in San Francisco and offers private sessions in Oakland. Her background includes training on the Springboard and CoreAlign, along with foot and gait and motor sensory training under the mentorship of Nancy Myers. She continues ongoing education with master instructors including Briggit Brunner and Monique Convertito. Spire is part of a residential neighborhood, and respect for neighbors is essential. Parking is limited, so consider biking, carpooling, walking with friends, using rideshare, or taking public transit. If you drive, please be mindful of nearby residents when choosing where to park.

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  • 6:30pm

    Relatefulness

    The Alembic, 2820 7th St, Berkeley · verified Aug 2
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    This twice-monthly, drop-in Relatefulness practice, led by Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli, is a group meditation and relational awareness session that focuses on what is truly present in the moment as people interact. Related to practices like Circling, Authentic Relating, and T-Group, it invites participants to notice relational patterns, emotions, bodily sensations, and other elements of experience, then speak to what they find so the group can see one another and the broader social landscape with greater clarity. Serving as a complement to traditional meditation, the session places attention on self-in-connection within a collective setting. Participants can explore fresh, more satisfying ways of relating to themselves and to others, bring personal growth insights into real-time conversation, and experience the healing that can come from being fully seen and understood. The practice can at times reach the limits of what feels comfortable to hold in awareness. People are encouraged to care for themselves as needed, whether by taking a break or by inviting the group into a different way of being together. Josh Rosenberg is certified through the Relateful Company training program and has facilitated weekly Relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while continuing to develop through retreats and collaboration with other facilitators. Outside of facilitation and work, he enjoys music, movies, and comedy, studies in Michael Taft's meditation courses, and follows the New York Jets. He serves as CEO of the Forecasting Research Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing the science of forecasting and strengthening its policy relevance. Daniel Ricciardelli is a certified Relatefulness practitioner with hundreds of hours in relational awareness modalities. He draws on a decade of guiding men's circles, performance dance teams, applied AI research, and meditation. Recent influences include Ego Development Theory, madhyamaka philosophy, and Brazilian zouk. Known for a steady, compassionate presence and a thoughtful approach to relational risk, he works full time at the intersection of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher.

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  • 7pm

    Head Games Trivia Night

    UC Berkeley Campus, Berkeley · verified Aug 7
    Free

    Headlands Brewing On Campus at UC Berkeley hosts a weekly trivia night that invites teams to test their knowledge for prizes. Play is free, and groups of up to six people can compete. It takes place on Wednesday evenings. For the best seating, arriving early is recommended. During academic breaks, confirm with the venue that the event is still running.

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  • 7pm

    Free Dungeons & Dragons Weds

    The New Parkway Theater, 474 24th St, Oakland · verified Aug 7
    Free

    The New Parkway hosts a friendly Dungeons & Dragons night with several Dungeon Masters running simultaneous tables. Players of every experience level are welcome, from first timers to seasoned adventurers, and the community includes regulars as well as folks who began as players and now guide games as Dungeon Masters. It is easy to jump in with newcomer friendly options, no prior experience needed, and no long term commitment whether dropping in for a single session or returning week after week. Attend on your own or with friends, choose a table that matches your style, and dive into shared storytelling filled with creativity, collaboration, and fun. Food and drinks are available to buy, and arriving a little early is recommended so there is time to settle in before play begins. Pick up some dice, find a seat, and let the adventure begin.

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  • 7pm

    Tango dance classes with Felipe and Ayano at La Bruja, August

    2315 Durant Ave, Berkeley · verified Aug 2
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    Felipe Martinez and Ayano Yoneda offer tango instruction in Berkeley that balances playfulness with challenge and highlights fundamental structure. The beginner class welcomes newcomers with no prior experience. Classes use the terms leaders and followers, are inclusive of queer, trans, and non-binary dancers, and everyone is encouraged to try both roles. Each session moves from check-in to a beginner class, followed by a shared practica, then an intermediate class and a final practica, and the practice periods are included. The first practice brings beginners and intermediates together. The intermediate class is designed for dancers who have already completed roughly a dozen tango classes, and beginners may observe. Some sessions are planned for the drawing room while others are scheduled for the ballroom, and room assignments may change. Pricing options include $80 for a four-class series at a single level, $25 for a single class at either level, $15 for students with ID for a single class, and $40 for both classes on the same evening for one person. Payment is accepted by cash or Venmo at the door. Series tickets are also available on Eventbrite at $87.21 and $65.87. Bike parking is available via the service entrance to the back courtyard. Parking is not permitted in the Berkeley City Club lot. Organized by Lindsey Newbold.

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  • 7:15pm

    Omnibachata

    The Oakland Grove, 3630 Telegraph Ave, Oakland · verified Aug 7
    Free

    OmniBachata is The Omni Movement’s weekly partner dance program devoted to building Bachata skills from the ground up in a friendly, progressive format. It is designed for complete beginners as well as dancers who want a stronger foundation. You can come without a partner or prior experience, and the first class is complimentary. The program features rotating topics such as Level 2 dips and tricks and Level 1 directional changes, followed by a short demo with announcements, then an open practica and a weekly social. Instruction is led by a team that includes Imaan Taghavi, Angela Vujkovic, Xavier Wong, Tina Wang, Helen Vazquez, Dvij Patel, and Natalie Keller. Through the Omni Promise, a portion of spots each class are offered at a 50 percent discount for community members who need financial support.

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  • 7:30pm

    Rotimi w/ Red Lotus & Host Phoenyx Rose

    Yoshi's Oakland -Jack London square, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    Rotimi brings a dynamic blend of R&B smoothness, Afrobeats pulse, and on-screen charisma to Yoshi’s Oakland in Jack London Square. The Nigerian American actor, singer, and songwriter known for his role in Power draws on songs such as In My Bed, Love Riddim, and What to Do to showcase his Afro-R&B style and global reach. Sharing the bill, Bay Area artist Red Lotus delivers sharp lyricism and a versatile sound that weaves hip hop with R&B, pop, rock, and EDM influences. Hosting duties are handled by Phoenyx Rose, an international hip hop artist and storyteller whose presence connects each set and keeps the program moving. Together they shape a cross-genre performance where Afrobeats, R&B, and hip hop converge, cultures intersect, and the energy stays high from the opening moments to the final bow. Presented by Mark Elliott of the A-List Musiq Circle and Kim Pruitt of KP Entertainment Connections, with Phoenyx Rose as host, first lady of Hip Hop TV.

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  • 7:30pm

    Free Drink & Draw Weds

    The New Parkway Theater, 474 24th St, Oakland · verified Aug 7
    Free

    A free, casual drink and draw at The New Parkway Theater offers a laid-back evening of making art, enjoying beverages, and spending time together in a welcoming, low-pressure setting. All skill levels are comfortable here, from first-time sketchers to frequent doodlers, with plenty of room to experiment and create at an easy pace. Participants can bring their own supplies or use materials available on site. Food and drinks are sold throughout the night, including beer, wine, and non-alcoholic choices. There is no formal teaching and no pressure to finish anything... simply a creative hangout focused on drawing, refreshments, and friendly connection.

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  • 8pm

    FloLab - $300 Weekly Rap Contest and Cypher

    Club Cali, 2355 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley · verified Aug 2
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    FloLab pushes back against the gentrification of Bay Area Hip Hop, creating a weekly home where MCs still hone their craft, the crowd’s voice counts, and the culture stays with the people. Each week, artists, writers, listeners, and the community gather for a $300 rap writing contest with open mic energy in a room built on substance, style, and truth. You do not have to rap to be part of it, as guests are welcome to watch, vibe, and connect with a community determined to keep real Hip Hop rooted in the Bay. Contestants check Instagram for the current topic and beats, register in advance on the website, and read the full rules. Write one verse for each beat, with hooks or choruses allowed, and memorizing verses can strengthen a performance. Win the crowd to win the money. Prizes are $150 for first place, $100 for second, and $50 for third. People come for genuine culture, a growing Bay Area community, weekly themes that reflect real life, a space for MCs to build, test, sharpen, and perform, and an audience that truly cares. The organizers are also working toward expansion into San Francisco and San Jose and welcome monthly donors to help sustain and grow the movement.

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  • 9:45pm

    OmniBachata: Weekly Social + Práctica

    The Oakland Grove, 3630 Telegraph Ave, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    OmniBachata brings a weekly social and práctica to Oakland, blending sensual bachata music with connection-focused dancing and a community that welcomes everyone. Whether you are fresh from class or coming just to dance, it offers a comfortable space to unwind, practice, and move with the rhythm into the night. The gathering takes place at The Oak Grove.

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  • 10:30am

    Toddler Storytime

    Greek Theatre, 5366 College Ave, Oakland · verified Jul 31
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    Join for Toddler Storytime at the Rockridge Branch Library, a weekly session designed for children ages 1 to 3. The stories and songs are geared toward toddlers, and the group may meet outdoors in the staff parking lot behind the library or indoors in the upstairs meeting room depending on the weather. After storytime, families are welcome to come inside to check out library materials.

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  • 4pm

    Open Bike Shop

    The Crucible, 1260 7th St, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    Put your bike repair skills to use while supporting the neighborhood. This open shop session centers on repairs completed in a single visit so local riders can leave ready to go. Start by refurbishing bikes for the community, then, if time allows, work on your own bicycle or lend a hand to a friend. The environment is hands-on, friendly, and welcoming to all experience levels. The West Oakland Bike Resource Hub at The Crucible receives partial support from the California Air Resources Board through the Sustainable Transportation Equity Project, part of California Climate Investments, which directs Cap-and-Trade funds to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, strengthen the economy, and improve public health and the environment in disadvantaged communities.

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  • 5pm

    Lincoln Summer Nights

    Lincoln Square Park, 258 11th St, Oakland · verified Aug 7
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    Lincoln Summer Nights offers a lively 2026 season of park gatherings that welcome everyone. These evenings create space to celebrate and connect with neighbors, stay up to date on local happenings, and discover ways to participate in the community. The lineup also includes a night featuring Circus Bella, adding an extra splash of excitement to the season.

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  • 5:30pm

    OAK Euchre: 2nd Thursdays - Aug 13

    Mad Oak Bar, 135 12th St, Oakland · verified Aug 7
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    Oakland Euchre brings players together for card games at Mad Oak Bar. The venue is within walking distance of the Lake Merritt and 12th Street/Oakland City Center BART stations. It is a chance to play euchre and connect with others who enjoy the game.

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  • 6pm

    Queer Pizza

    Arthur Mac's, 4034 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    A welcoming gathering at Arthur Mac's creates space for queer community, centering LGBTQ people who are Deaf and those with ASL skills at Level 3 or above. Come for easy conversation, connection, and friendship building. To find the group, look for signing hand markers and check the area by the arcade. The setting is outdoors with heat lamps and a low astroturf surface, and there is one wheelchair-accessible seat at a picnic table. The venue is near MacArthur BART. If the venue is closed, head one block to MLK Cafe.

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  • 7pm

    Orpheus Descending

    Oakland Theater Project , 1501 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland · verified Aug 7
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    Guided by the language and mood of Southern Gothic yet speaking to the whole country, Tennessee Williams reimagines the Orpheus and Eurydice myth as an American fever dream. A magnetic drifter enters a tightly controlled town marked by prejudice and moral rigidity. His presence rekindles buried hopes for love, fairness, and self-direction, and the consequences are shattering. In this world, the promise of freedom is treated not as safe haven but as a threat.

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  • 7pm

    Free Team Trivia

    The New Parkway Theater, 474 24th St, Oakland · verified Aug 7
    Free

    Enjoy free team trivia at The New Parkway Theater in Oakland, a laid-back evening of friendly challenges, good food, and community spirit. Play solo or team up with friends, and expect plenty of laughs without the pressure. Free prizes pop up throughout the night, including a movie token redeemable for one movie ticket at The New Parkway and 1 peso for $1 off food at the concessions. The theater offers classic snacks and a full menu plus beer and wine, with many vegan choices available. The space can fill quickly, so arriving a little early helps you find a table, settle in, and grab food and drinks before the questions begin. Participation is free and open to everyone, whether you are a trivia regular or brand new to the game.

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  • 7pm

    Thursday Night Dance Party

    Just Dance Ballroom, 2500 Embarcadero, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    A dance party at Just Dance Ballroom welcomes long-time dancers and those curious to try something new. Attendees can take a midweek break on the dance floor.

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  • 7:30pm

    Sound Bath in Berkeley

    Northbrae Community Church, 941 The Alameda, Berkeley · verified Aug 7
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    Settle into a calming sound bath inside the stained glass sanctuary at Northbrae Community Church in Berkeley. Skilled musicians and a certified mindful meditation teacher guide a restorative experience with more than 14 live instruments, including crystal bowls, gongs, handpans, a Chinese harp, a monolina, and more. Gentle layers of sound encourage deep relaxation, ease stress, and support nervous system balance in a peaceful setting. This monthly offering is open to all, and no prior experience is required.

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  • 7:30pm

    Tracie Spencer

    Yoshi's, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    Catch Tracie Spencer live at Yoshi's in Oakland. The show is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM, with tickets available through Etix.

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  • 9:30pm

    OmniZouk: Oakland’s Weekly Social + Práctica

    The Oakland Grove, 3630 Telegraph Ave, Oakland · verified Aug 2
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    OmniZouk hosts a weekly social and práctica with an open floor for Brazilian Zouk. The focus is on connection and technique in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, with music to dance to and room to work on skills, whether polishing head movement or simply enjoying the energy of the room. Dancers of all backgrounds are invited to participate. The gathering takes place at The Oak Grove. Drop-in admission is $15 plus fees.

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