Looking to get out into the community this week?
From a community discussion to a film screening, there's plenty to do when it comes to community and cultural events coming up in Oakland this week. Read on for a rundown.
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Sharing Cities: Activating the Urban Commons Community Gathering
From the event description:
Join us for a presentation and discussion about urban sharing economies inspired by "Sharing Cities: Activating the Urban Commons." We invite the community to gather for the unveiling of Pro Arts' new vision and format. Our latest organizing work and configuration of Pro Arts revolves around: "How can we build a truly inclusive, diverse, self-sustaining and based in fair labor practice community today, using the vehicle of art?" The result is Pro Arts Gallery & COMMONS, and the introduction of a new sustainable and collaborative art economy model, based in the democratic self-organization and ethic of stewardship and mutualism, found in the establishment and endurance of the community commons.
When: Tuesday, June 18, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Pro Arts Gallery & COMMONS, 150 Frank H Ogawa Plaza
Price: Free
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'Black Joy and Resistance' Closing Party
From the event description:
"Black Joy and Resistance" chronicles resistance and celebrates all that is joyous and magical about the culture that binds people of color throughout the diaspora in a series of photographs captures at varied locations. Join us for a night of fellowship as we celebrate Oakland's own Adreinne Waheed and the incredible vision that is Black Joy and Resistance with a closing party featuring music by DJs Nina Sol and Cali.
When: Thursday, June 20, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Betti Ono Gallery, 1427 Broadway
Price: Free
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'Detroit 48202: Conversations Along a Postal Route' Screening
From the event description:
"Detroit 48202: Conversations Along a Postal Route" examines the rise, demise and contested resurgence of the city of Detroit through the lens of African American mail carrier, Wendell Watkins, and the committed community he faithfully served for 30 years. Filmmaker Pamela Sporn, and Victoria Sawicki and Walter Riley of the Meiklejohn Civil Liberties Institute (MCLI) speak after the screening, which benefits the work of MCLI.
When: Thursday, June 20, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Red Bay Coffee, 3098 E. 10th St.
Price: $10 (Students); $20 (General Admission)
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