Posts Tagged ‘Oakland First Fridays’
Chabot Space & Science Center host First Friday program for children and adults
Children and adults of all ages came out for First Friday at Chabot Space & Science Center to learn about how the human body works on Earth as well as in outer space.
Read MoreOakland artists propose resolution to name uptown a Cultural Arts District
City council to consider naming Uptown a Cultural Arts District, but some artists fear it may be too little too late.
Read MoreOrganizers aim for a shorter, smaller First Friday with a new focus
City leaders met with First Friday stakeholders again Tuesday night to discuss the future of the city’s most popular art festival, which could lead to several changes next month’s event.
Read MoreAfter shooting, First Friday organizers discuss how to keep future events safe
Nearly a week after the post-First Friday festival shooting that killed 18-year-old Kiante Campbell and wounded 3 others, event organizers say they’re waiting for a cue from the city about how to proceed. City of Oakland officials have called a meeting with the festival’s key stakeholders for Thursday to examine ways to keep future events…
Read MoreFirst Fridays’ uncertain future hinges on collaboration
Oakland’s premier cultural event is in flux. Can a grassroots community effort come together to organize and fund First Friday before the city steps out of its planning role?
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