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5 ways to enjoy your week in Oakland

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Published on May 28, 2019
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From a nighttime yoga class to a self-care workshop, there's plenty to enjoy in Oakland this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.

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Your Call Live: HEAR — Histories of Exclusion And Resistance

From the event description:

The "Your Call" series explores the connections between Japanese American incarceration during WWII and modern threats to civil liberties. Host Rose Aguilar will speak to Nancy Ukai and Judy Shintani about how they are using art to explore the ramifications of Japanese American incarceration during WWII.

When: Wednesday, May 29, 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: David Brower Center, 2150 Allston Way
Admission: Free
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Yoga After Dark

From the event description:

Black to Yoga is a yoga extravaganza created by women of color, for everybody. After a year of hosting successful daytime events, we hope you will join us on Wednesday for our inaugural nighttime event at Starline Social Club. This event will feature two one-hour yoga classes, food, music, local vendors and massage-by-the-minute. After the second class, we invite you to stay with us because Oakland-based D.J. Atreau will be providing our soundtrack for the evening and will continue to play music until 10 p.m.  

When: Wednesday, May 29, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Starline Social Club, 2236 Martin Luther King Junior Way
Admission: $35 (General Admission)
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Digital Services Happy Hour

From the event description:

You're invited to a special event at for the digital services community. We're bringing together folks from across the digital services movement who are driving the adoption of new technology in government. This group is curated by the Digital Services Coalition, a collection of agile technology and design firms that serve — or aspire to serve — the government. We are dedicated to building government technology systems that are user-centered, equitable and accessible for all, and we want to meet you.

When: Wednesday, May 29, 7-10 p.m.
Where: The Alice Collective, 272 14th St.
Admission: Free
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Ana Tijoux Concert

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One of the most respected MCs in any language, Ana Tijoux has been winning over fans around the world since her debut "1977" bubbled up from an underground sensation into mainstream recognition. Tijoux's new album "Vengo" showcases the nimble MC over lush, golden-era hip-hop production rooted in traditional Latin instrumentation.

When: Wednesday, May 29, 9-11:30 p.m.
Where: The New Parish, 1743 San Pablo Ave.
Admission: $30 (Advance)
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Redefining Self Care: What it Means to Flourish on Your Own Terms

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Join us for the "We Flourish" launch event and enjoy delicious bites, kombucha mocktails, guided meditation and more. We'll have a panel discussion on self care and defining what wellness means to us as individuals.

When: Thursday, May 30, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Sphere Women's Wellness Oasis, 1212 Broadway, Floor 3
Admission: $20
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