Looking to get out into the community this week?
From an African festival to a walking tour, 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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The Umoja African Festival
From the event description:
The Umoja Festival is the bay area’s largest free outdoor celebration of the African diaspora. Our annual music and culture festival is a full day of live local and internationally renowned musicians and dancers, interactive and experiential artists, and marketplace of curated artisan and food booths representing a wide array of different regions of Africa.
When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Lowell Park, 1098 12th St.
Price: Free
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Dream Day 2019
From the event description:
Celebrating the life and legacy of one of Oakland's finest —Michael "Dream" Francisco was one of Oakland’s prolific artists, locally renowned and globally respected, not only for his innovative and original style, but also for his community and social justice outlook. We plan to have live painting on wooden standalone panels along the perimeter of the event. There will also be a gallery section with completed artwork featuring local artists.
When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Mosswood Park, 3612 Webster St.
Price: $15 (Early Bird Ticket); $50 (Live Painting Reservation/Ticket)
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Walking Tour: Montclair Village – Oakland's Early Hill Town
From the event description:
Explore the history and architecture of Montclair Village, a vibrant hill community. From the early toll road to the freeway, learn about Montclair's social, residential and commercial development. Montclair's distinctive buildings include a fire station, women's club, recreation center, library and more.
When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 1-3:30 p.m.
Where: Montclair Branch Library, 1687 Mountain Blvd.
Price: $10 (Member); $15 (Non-Member)
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Walking Tour: Fruitvale – The Second Downtown
From the event description:
Named for its early orchards, Fruit Vale has long been associated with food — with its ranchos, dairies, farms and canneries. Generations of natives and immigrants shaped the neighborhood. Known as Oakland’s second downtown in the 1920s, by the 1990s it pioneered the first urban Main Street program and Oakland’s Facade Improvement program.
When: Sunday, Aug. 18, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Fruitvale BART
Price: $10 (Member); $15 (Non-Member)
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