From a cocktail mixer to a community forum, 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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Nomads Cocktail Mixer
From the event description:
Travel anyone? RSVP for a cocktail mixer and listening party curated specifically for the nomad in you. The experience is rooted in artists and sounds reflecting a host of cultural and musical reference points — some familiar, most not. It's otherwise a moment to gather in one of the most coveted new lounge spaces in the Bay Area. Bring your travel stories.
When: Tuesday, June 25, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Bar Shiru, 1611 Telegraph Ave.
Admission: Free
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Home in Oakland: YWFC Grand Opening and 'She Free/We Free' Exhibit
From the event description:
Join Young Women's Freedom Center (YWFC) and Studio Grand for an opening of YWFC's Oakland home and the "She Free/We Free" photography exhibit by Jean Melesaine on how YWFC defines and builds family and siblinghood. Enjoy food, drinks, DJ Agana and powerful images of the YWFC family.
When: Wednesday, June 26, 5:30-7 p.m.
Where: Studio Grand, 3234 Grand Ave.
Admission: Free
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Build Community Forum: Addressing Housing and Homelessness
From the event description:
The June Build Community Empowerment Forum of Black Elected Officials of the East Bay will focus on housing and homelessness. The last Point-in-Time count stated while African American only make up 10% of Alameda County, they are over half of the county's unhoused population. Come learn about what is happening to end homeless and ways that you can get involved.
When: Thursday, June 27, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Geoffreys Inner Circle, 410 14th St.
Admission: Free-$10
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Grown N' Play 2
From the event description:
Who says you can't be grown and play? Grown N' Play is a night of recess-inspired games to come together as a community and have some fun, with food and drinks. This is a free, donation-based event where all proceeds will help Playworks Norcal empower more of our community’s youth.
When: Thursday, June 27, 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: Neyborly - Jack London, 95 Linden St., #1
Admission: Free
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