From live music to poetry, 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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Teachers of Oakland: An Evening of Belonging
From the event description:
Join us for the final event of our summertime series, an Evening of Belonging. As we celebrate an incredible milestone — 150 teachers amplified on our platform — we will come together to be in community, build new friendships and celebrate all the different ways we belong here. We'll hear from teachers and community partners on their journeys to belonging, and we'll come out of it connected more deeply.
When: Tuesday, July 30, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Oakland A's Office in Jack London, 55 Harrison St.
Admission: Free
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No Wahala Wednesday
From the event description:
A weekly Afrobeats party in the Bay Area hosted by Afrobeats artist, B.M.
When: Wednesday, July 31, 9 p.m.- Thursday, Aug. 1, 2 a.m.
Where: Parliament Event Venue, 811 Washington St.
Admission: $10 (Early Bird). More ticket options are available.
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Ibibio Sound Machine
From the event description:
Fronted by Nigerian singer Eno Williams, Ibibio Sound Machine is a clash of African and electronic elements inspired in equal measure by the golden era of West-African funk, disco, modern post-punk and electro.
When: Wednesday, July 31, 9-11:30 p.m.
Where: The New Parish, 1743 San Pablo Ave.
Admission: $17 (Advance)
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Reset Volume 4: Youth Social Impact Pitch Showcase
From the event description:
Join MFEI to launch a new year of W(orkforce) + P(ersistence) = X for Scholars at the RESET Vol. 4 Showcase and celebrate the talent and community-driven innovation of MFEI's Scholarship Class of 2019. Using industry design methods, teams of scholars have been coached under content experts to bring their ideas for change into actionable designs that can be tested across 2019 - 2020.
When: Thursday, Aug. 1, 3-4:30 p.m.
Where: 2000 Franklin St, Floor 1
Admission: Free
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A Live Poetry Show with a Band
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A Live Poetry Show with a Band, is a live performance by a collective, composed of Poet Daniel B. Summerhill, Multi-instrumentalist Douglas Barron and Drummer Michael McGee. Collectively, they have toured over 25 states, headlined a European tour and a South African Poetry festival. The collective will also be accompanied by poets: The Poetic Activist, Tenesha the Wordsmith and John Wood.
When: Thursday, Aug. 1, 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Chapter 510 & the Dept. of Make Believe, 2301 Telegraph Ave.
Admission: $15
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