Art
Latham Square is an experimental project in a space once entirely open to vehicle traffic, but was transformed into a pedestrian plaza last August. The City of Oakland partnered with the Downtown Oakland Association and design studio Rebar to offer foot-travelers a place to sit and socialize.
The theatre company will be bringing its collaborative energy to Downtown Oakland in 2014.
Oakland’s own Twin Steps, a chameleon band, blends angst-ridden lyrics with incongruous sounds from soul to pop to punk, in an eclectic show.
Community events and activities for the weekend of October 11-13, 2013.
Like moths to a flame, crowds flock to the troupe’s recurring Wednesday performances
Despite delays, and funding concerns, the community arts institution persists
Oakland’s long abandoned 16th Street Station hosts the coast-to-coast project.
Over a dozen riders saddled up for the 39th Annual Oakland Black Cowboy Association Parade on Saturday. The event celebrates the often untold history of black cowboys and cowgirls.
Totally Radical Muslim zine’s just-released second volume focuses on poetry and art reflecting the experiences of queer and transgender people within Islam.