Bay Area/ Oakland/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on December 05, 2019
Oakland to host a variety of arts events this weekPhoto: Israel Palacio/Unsplash

If you're a fan of the arts, mark your calendars: There's plenty to do when it comes to artsy events in Oakland this week, including a live podcast and a calligraphy class.

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'RightNowIsh' Live Podcast 

From the event description:

Join Pendarvis Harshaw of KQED Arts and Ashara Ekundayo for a live listening session of the @RightNowIsh podcast. We’re going to be playing an episode that features Ashara and a few artists who are featured in her gallery’s final exhibition, "Adjust Yo' Eyes For This Darkness." After the audio plays, we’re going to talk about some of the things going on in the world...rightnowish.

When: Saturday, Dec. 7, noon-5 p.m.
Where: Ashara Ekundayo Gallery, 480 23rd St.
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

'2 Kinds of Fire' Book-Launch Party 

From the event description:

Join author Porsche Kelly, aka The Poetic Activist, in celebration of her debut poetry book, "2 Kinds of Fire." With performances, giveaways, an interactive room, book signing and food, this is a book-launch party you don't want to miss. 

When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: Oakstop, 1721 Broadway, #201
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Up to 56% Off Chinese Calligraphy Classes 

From the Pro Arts deal description:

After a mini-lecture, participants can relax while exploring and practicing Chinese characters. Includes all necessary materials (brushes, ink, palette, paper, etc.). Participants are asked to bring jackets, in case it gets cold. 

Where: Pro Arts, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
Price: $22 (51% off regular price); additional options available
Click here for more details, and to get this deal


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