Community Events - assembly District 18
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37th Oakland Chinatown Streetfest
Date: 2026-08-22
Description: Details coming soon! This community event features local vendors, three live entertainment stages with cultural performances, food and drinks, and more. Previously, StreetFest attracted over 60,000 attendees
Location: Location not available
Source: Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce
More informationAlameda Walks - August 22, 2026
Date: 2026-08-22T09:00:00
Description: Lace up your walking shoes, gather your family, friends and neighbors and join us on an hour-long walk on designated Saturday mornings of each month, May through October! Whether you are new to Alameda or lived here for decades, this is a great way to begin a Saturday morning exploring our neighborhoods and discovering new areas of Alameda. Rain or Shine!
Location: Marina Cove Waterfront Park
Source: City of Alameda
More informationRooted in Clean Air: Clean Ports Program quarterly community forum — West Oakland Cultural Action Network
Date: 2026-08-22T14:00:00-0700
Description: No description
Location: Location not available
Source: West Oakland Cultural Action Network
Stephanie Woodford
Date: 2026-08-24T17:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Vetiver
Source: Laurel District Association
Planning Board Meeting
Date: 2026-08-24T19:00:00
Description: Public Hearing to discuss planning and development projects.
Location: City Chambers
Source: City of Alameda
More informationSummer Mixer
Date: 2026-08-25T16:00:00-07:00
Description: Join the Oakland Metro Chamber for an evening of networking at Prescott Market! Connect with fellow business and community leaders, build new relationships, and enjoy one of Oakland's vibrant neighborhood gathering spaces. Keep the evening going by heading over to the Oakland Ballers game as they take on the Missoula PaddleHeads. Chamber attendees can receive 20% off game tickets by using promo code OAKC20 at checkout.
Location: Prescott Market
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationCollette Travel Presentation
Date: 2026-08-26T10:00:00
Description: Join us for an exciting presentation on both local and international travel! Discover amazing destinations, get all the details on upcoming trips, and learn about outstanding service and travel experiences. Bring your questions and take advantage of exclusive discounts! Walk-ins are welcome.
Location: Mastick - Media Room
Source: City of Alameda
More informationNeighborhood Preservation Committee meeting
Date: 2026-08-26T19:30:00
Description: 4th Wednesday of month.
Location: Virtual meeting place
Source: Lakeshore Homes Association
Mastick Birthday Celebration
Date: 2026-08-27T12:30:00
Description: Come join us at the Mastick Senior Center for a celebration honoring all birthdays for the month! This event will feature fun trivia games, exciting prizes, music, dancing, and delicious snacks and drinks. Whether you're celebrating your own birthday or just want to enjoy a good time with friends, it's a wonderful way to spend the afternoon. Relax, have fun, and make some great memories with us! We look forward to seeing you there!
Location: Mastick - Dining Room 2
Source: City of Alameda
More informationStarlight Movies In The Park - "The Goonies" - Rated PG
Date: 2026-08-28T18:30:00
Description: Sit back, relax and watch a free movie under the stars!
Location: Leydecker Field
Source: City of Alameda
More informationBrown Likka Friday: Loren Taylor and Warren Logan — West Oakland Cultural Action Network
Date: 2026-08-28T18:00:00-0700
Description: No description
Location: Address upon RSVP
Source: West Oakland Cultural Action Network
Paella Pop-Up & Wine Tasting!
Date: 2026-08-29T14:00:00
Description: Paella Pop-Up + Wine Tasting in Temescal Alley. Fresh paella and handcrafted Sonoma County wines for $45. Join us Saturday, August 29th for a special Paella Pop-Up at the Oakland Outpost. Temescal Alley will be filled with the aromas of saffron, slow-simmered stock, and fresh paella prepared onsite by Chef Erik Aragon. A Berkeley native with years spent cooking throughout Spain, Erik will be preparing a generous paella featuring a mix of savory meats and fresh seafood, cooked traditionally in oversized pans right in the alley. Each ticket includes a paella entrée along with a tasting flight of at least five Sapphire Hill wines, selected to pair beautifully with the rich, vibrant flavors of the meal. Two Seatings: 2pm – Featuring Paella Mixto 4pm – Featuring Arroz Negro
Location: Sapphire Hill Winery
Source: Temescal Telegraph BID
More informationPoetry for the People — West Oakland Cultural Action Network
Date: 2026-08-29T12:00:00-0700
Description: No description
Location: The Mural House
Source: West Oakland Cultural Action Network
Community Impact Committee Investing in Talent: How Philanthropy and Technology Can Build the Workforce of Tomorrow
Date: 2026-09-01T13:00
Description: The Community Impact Committee brings together nonprofit, business, and public sector leaders to build meaningful relationships and foster collaboration around the issues shaping Oakland's future. Through educational programs and networking opportunities, we connect organizations, share best practices, and create partnerships that strengthen our community. This session continues that mission by exploring one of Oakland's most important opportunities: How do we build the workforce of tomorrow? Featuring insights from Lili Gangas, Chief Technology Community Officer at Kapor Center, and September Hargrove, Executive Director of Global Philanthropy at JPMorganChase, this conversation will bring together nonprofit leaders, businesses, funders, educators, and public sector partners to exchange ideas and strengthen the collaborations that help Oakland thrive.
Location: Oakstop
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationOakland First Fridays
Date: 2026-09-01T17:00:00
Description: Oakland First Fridays is an inclusive art and community experience on the first Friday of each month from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Telegraph Avenue from West Grand to 27th Street. Oakland's KONO district springs to life with this event, where visitors can enjoy galleries, artist collectives, street artists, local culinary artisans, performers, musicians, dancers, DJ’s, and poets gathering for Oakland First Friday events. Thousands of people come from across the Bay Area and beyond to see and experience art, be inspired, eat great food, enjoy live music, and stroll through the amazing, eclectic city of Oakland. An economic impact report shows that the Oakland First Fridays has a major, positive economic impact on the KONO community.
Location: Location not available
Source: KONO Community Benefit District
Regular City Council Meetings 2026
Date: 2026-09-01T19:00:00
Description: City Council meeting agendas are available here.
Location: Council Chambers, City Hall
Source: City of Alameda
More informationLHA Neighbor Network
Date: 2026-09-02T17:00:00
Description: 1st Wednesday monthly. Neighbor Network melds Membership Committee & LHA CARES. Meeting are from 5 pm – 6 pm.
Location: Virtual meeting place
Source: Lakeshore Homes Association
Small Business Council
Date: 2026-09-03T15:00:00-07:00
Description: No description
Location: Location not available
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationHistorical Advisory Board Meeting
Date: 2026-09-03T19:00:00-07:00
Description: Public Hearing to discuss projects pertaining to preserving and protecting historical resources in the City of Alameda
Location: City Chambers
Source: City of Alameda
More informationInvesting in the Midwest’s Next Generation of Organizers
Date: 2026-09-04T11:00:00-05:00
Description: No description
Location: Location not available
Source: Neighborhood Funders Group
More informationTransportation 101 & Clipper Card for Seniors
Date: 2026-09-04T10:00:00-07:00
Description: Meet Liz Escobar, the Paratransit Coordinator for the City of Alameda, and learn about the various transportation options (East Bay Paratransit, AC Transit Clipper card, Free AC Transit Bus Passes, the AIM Program, and MORE) available to Alameda residents. Bring your questions. Do you need a Clipper Card? Do you have questions about Clipper Cards? Join Kim Ridgeway from AC Transit to answer all your Clipper Card questions. If you plan to receive a Senior Clipper Card, you must present an ID with your birthday to verify that you are age 65+. Please register for this class. It will be cancelled 24 hours prior to the workshop if there are not 5 confirmed attendees.
Location: Mastick Senior Center - Media Room
Source: City of Alameda
More informationEBALDC’s 49th Anniversary Gala Celebration
Date: 2026-09-15T18:00:00
Description: Welcoming Janelle Chan, CEO. Featuring LYNETTE JUNG LEE RESIDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD HONOREE Tanisha Rounds, Lion Creek Crossings. Alphabet Rockers - 2024 Grammy Award Winners. Lion Creek Crossings Youth Dancers & Destiny Arts. Ella Gordon - 2024 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate. Michael Tate - Auctioneer.
Location: Oakland, CA
Source: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
More informationMusic in the Park
Date: 2026-09-19T15:30:00
Description: Rock out with neighbors to live music at the Office Park! Bring the family for an afternoon of fun and music. Show will be from 3:30-5 pm.
Location: LHA office
Source: Lakeshore Homes Association
Shelby Helburn
Date: 2026-09-21T17:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Degrees Plato
Source: Laurel District Association
EBALDC’s 49th Anniversary Gala Celebration
Date: 2026-09-22T18:00:00-07:00
Description: Welcoming Janelle Chan, CEO Featuring LYNETTE JUNG LEE RESIDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD HONOREE Tanisha Rounds, Lion Creek Crossings 2024 Grammy Award Winners Alphabet Rockers Lion Creek Crossings Youth Dancers & Destiny Arts Ella Gordon 2024 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate Michael Tate Auctioneer
Location: Lion Creek Crossings
Source: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
More informationEBALDC’s 49th Anniversary Gala Celebration
Date: 2026-09-23T18:00:00
Description: Welcoming Janelle Chan, CEO. Featuring LYNETTE JUNG LEE RESIDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD HONOREE Tanisha Rounds, Lion Creek Crossings. Alphabet Rockers 2024 Grammy Award Winners. Lion Creek Crossings Youth Dancers & Destiny Arts. Ella Gordon 2024 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate. Michael Tate Auctioneer.
Location: Lion Creek Crossings
Source: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
More informationEBALDC’s 49th Anniversary Gala Celebration
Date: 2026-09-24T18:00:00-07:00
Description: Welcoming Janelle Chan, CEO featuring LYNETTE JUNG LEE RESIDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD HONOREE Tanisha Rounds, Lion Creek Crossings. Featuring Alphabet Rockers 2024 Grammy Award Winners, Lion Creek Crossings Youth Dancers & Destiny Arts, and Ella Gordon 2024 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate. Auctioneer Michael Tate.
Location: Lion Creek Crossings
Source: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
More informationMusic in the Park
Date: 2026-09-26T15:30:00
Description: Rock out with neighbors to live music at the Office Park! Bring the family for an afternoon of fun and music. Show will be from 3:30-5 pm.
Location: LHA office
Source: Lakeshore Homes Association
Chinatown TOD Senior Housing Groundbreaking
Date: 2026-10-01
Description: In 2008, the Oakland Chinatown community came together to develop a vision for what a healthy and thriving 21st-century Chinatown should be, and who it should be built for. A coalition of many different voices from public health, affordable housing, small businesses, churches, residents, transportation, and public agencies came together to shape the priorities of the City’s Lake Merritt BART Station Area Plan, and created the path for BART’s future redevelopment of this station area to be economically inclusive, and historically and culturally restorative.
Location: Chinatown
Source: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
More informationEBALDC’s 49th Anniversary Gala Celebration
Date: 2026-09-30T18:00:00-07:00
Description: Missed the event? You can still donate here.
Location: EBALDC Headquarters
Source: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
More informationSmall Business Council
Date: 2026-10-01T22:00:00Z
Description: For more information on how to join the Small Business Council, please email Oliver Gutierrez: ogutierrez@oaklandchamber.com
Location: Oakland Chamber of Commerce
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationWhy We Still Need Abolition: 2-Part Series on Abolition & Militarism
Date: 2026-10-02T10:00:00-07:00
Description: As we strive to continue to organize in philanthropy to support movement during this time of repression and carcerality, it is perhaps most important to return to thinking about the world we want to see. In our efforts to remain in solidarity with BIPOC community organizing towards justice, funders must remain committed to our own ongoing learning. Amidst crises competing for our attention, let’s revisit foundational political education in deeper ways - building understanding and systemic analysis in order to provide greater clarity in how we can think about and sustain social change as new challenges continue to arise. While state violence continues to repress voices for liberation and disappear people into cages, abolition reminds us that surveillance, policing, and imprisonment are still not true solutions to economic, social, and political problems, and its principles can be applied to all of the issues we face. US militarism is, in many ways, the global extension and resource engine of the carceral state. At $997 billion in military spending in 2024, the US has remained by far the largest military spender in the world. We live in a war economy that is consistently making profits off of both domestic policing and global occupation, at the expense of real public resources for our communities. How can we divest from systems of violence and continue to be in solidarity with communities that bear the brunt of state violence? Join us to learn more about these systems, how community organizers are resisting, and the ways we can build something different.
Location: Webinar
Source: Neighborhood Funders Group
More informationCorks, Forks, Rhythm & Brews
Date: 2026-10-03T12:00
Description: 5th Annual Corks, Forks, Rhythm & Brews beer, food, wine and music festival benefitting the Alameda Boys & Girls Club
Location: Alameda Point, City Hall West, Parade Lawn
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationFamily Movie Night at LHA
Date: 2026-10-03T18:45:00
Description: Bring the kids, something to sit on. Call the office with questions. 510-451-7160.
Location: LHA office
Source: Lakeshore Homes Association
Chinatown TOD Senior Housing Groundbreaking
Date: 2026-10-04
Description: No description
Location: Location not available
Source: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
More informationRaising Every Voice, Hively’s 50 Year Celebration
Date: 2026-10-09T18:00
Description: Join Hively this October for our 50th Anniversary Celebration featuring a high-energy Dueling Pianos performance! For five decades, Hively has ensured families and children in Alameda County have resources they need to thrive, providing child care subsidies, mental health care support, and essential supplies. Enjoy an interactive evening of music, inspiring stories, and community impact as we share our vision for Hively’s next 50 years.
Location: Shannon Community Center, Dublin, CA
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationOakmore Stroll
Date: 2026-10-15T13:00:00
Description: The Oakmore Stroll is a community building event sponsored by the Oakmore Homes Association and is being run by an all-volunteer/neighbor committee.
Location: Station Rocky’s Market Parking Lot
Source: Oakmore Homes Association
Why We Still Need Abolition: 2-Part Series on Abolition & Militarism
Date: 2026-10-16T10:00:00-07:00
Description: As we strive to continue to organize in philanthropy to support movement during this time of repression and carcerality, it is perhaps most important to return to thinking about the world we want to see. In our efforts to remain in solidarity with BIPOC community organizing towards justice, funders must remain committed to our own ongoing learning. Amidst crises competing for our attention, let’s revisit foundational political education in deeper ways - building understanding and systemic analysis in order to provide greater clarity in how we can think about and sustain social change as new challenges continue to arise. While state violence continues to repress voices for liberation and disappear people into cages, abolition reminds us that surveillance, policing, and imprisonment are still not true solutions to economic, social, and political problems, and its principles can be applied to all of the issues we face. US militarism is, in many ways, the global extension and resource engine of the carceral state. At $997 billion in military spending in 2024, the US has remained by far the largest military spender in the world. We live in a war economy that is consistently making profits off of both domestic policing and global occupation, at the expense of real public resources for our communities. How can we divest from systems of violence and continue to be in solidarity with communities that bear the brunt of state violence? Join us to learn more about these systems, how community organizers are resisting, and the ways we can build something different.
Location: Webinar
Source: Neighborhood Funders Group
More informationWasska Project
Date: 2026-10-19T17:00:00
Description: No description
Location: RBA Creative
Source: Laurel District Association
Inside Oakland
Date: 2026-10-22T08:45:00-07:00
Description: Join the Oakland Metro Chamber for a conversation with Oakland Police Chief James Beere, a 27-year veteran of the Oakland Police Department and U.S. Marine Corps veteran. Chief Beere will discuss OPD's public safety priorities, crime trends, recruitment and retention efforts, community partnerships, and the department's vision for strengthening trust while creating a safer Oakland for residents, businesses, and visitors. Hear firsthand about the strategies shaping public safety in Oakland and engage in a meaningful discussion on the future of policing and community collaboration.
Location: Rotunda
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
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