Andrew Alden’s new book, ‘Deep Oakland: How geology shaped a city,’ is a lesson on earthquakes, topography, and Oakland history.
Author Archives: Azucena Rasilla
Azucena Rasilla is a bilingual journalist from East Oakland reporting in Spanish and in English, and a longtime reporter on Oakland arts, culture and community. As an independent local journalist, she has reported for KQED Arts, The Bold Italic, Zora and The San Francisco Chronicle. She was a writer and social media editor for the East Bay Express, helping readers navigate Oakland’s rich artistic and creative landscapes through a wide range of innovative digital approaches.
Posted inHealth & Environment
Are COVID-19 tests, vaccines, and treatments still free?
The federal public emergency ended May 11, but most coverage will continue in the Bay Area and throughout the state through Nov. 12.
Posted inBusiness
Fruitvale merchants say ‘ya basta’ to ongoing violence, citing a lack of support from Oakland officials
A group of small-business owners presented a list of demands to city leaders on Tuesday, addressing public safety in the neighborhood.
Posted inArts & Community
This week in Oakland: Toasted Life party, and the Noname Book Club meetup
Other events include coffee and conversation with Councilmember Treva Reid, the announcement of Oakland’s new Youth Poet Laureate, and the East Oakland Futures Festival.
Posted inArts & Community
In a new memoir, Dorothy Lazard recalls growing up in Oakland in the 1970s
‘What You Don’t Know Will Make a Whole New World’ explores family, empowerment and Oakland history as told by The Town’s favorite librarian.
Posted inArts & Community
This week in Oakland: Hyphy Era Tour at the New Parish, and the 23rd annual Malcolm X Jazz festival
Other events include a bulky trash drop-off, a memoir reading by Dorothy Lazard, and the closing of CAAMFest.
Posted inArts & Community
Oakland’s All Out Comedy Theater is back — with a brand new 109-seat venue
After lots of community support, the theater is bringing its stand-up and improv back to the KONO neighborhood.
Posted inArts & Community
This week in Oakland: 510 Day, Town Up Tuesday, and Oakland Soul’s home debut
Other events include the Montclair Village Restaurant Walk and a birth equity brunch at La Guerrera’s Kitchen.
Posted inArts & Community
‘Demoralizing’: Oakland arts community let down by mayor’s budget proposal
The Cultural Affairs Division accounts for 0.362% of the City of Oakland’s budget.
Posted inArts & Community
This week in Oakland: Rainbow Dances, AfterGlow Chorus, and a meetup with the East Bay Photo Collective
Other events include Cinco de Mayo celebrations at Odin MezcalerÃa, and First Fridays.
Posted inArts & Community
Town Heroes: From a ‘Dimond rec center kid’ to president of the Oakland Spiders
Stearns grew up attending city-funded summer and after-school programs. Now he’s using ultimate frisbee to create similar opportunities for Oakland youth.
Posted inArts & Community
Boots Riley’s ‘I’m A Virgo’ shows off Oakland and delights audiences at SFFILM Fest
The imaginative new show about a 13-foot-tall teen explores Riley’s political philosophy and critically examines capitalism’s impact on the city.
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This week in Oakland: free wellness classes at Flowhouse, and karaoke at Lounge 3411
Other events include a ‘Tales of the Town’ film screening and exhibit, open mic night for queer and women comedians, and live punk music at the Golden Bull.
Posted inArts & Community
What did Oakland’s Eastmont Mall site look like in decades past?
A new exhibit at the Oakland Public Library Eastmont branch asks the community to help remember this piece of local history.
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‘There’s a lot of heart’: Rafael Casal on ‘Blindspotting’ season 2
The Oakland-based TV show is tackling the prison industrial complex and paying homage to artists like Too $hort and shuttered businesses like Luka’s.
Posted inArts & Community
This week in Oakland: Black Rock Family Climb Night and the Water St. Makers Market
Other events include a Measure U virtual conversation, the Storefront Market, and an Oakland Literacy Coalition fundraiser.
Posted inArts & Community
Fairyland for $5? New program supports low-income families
The initiative that launched this week hopes to make the children’s amusement park more accessible to all Oakland residents.
Posted inArts & Community
Photos: ‘Stephen Curry: Underrated’ Oakland premiere kicks off SFFILM Festival
Filmmakers Ryan Coogler and Peter Nicks, and Mayor Sheng Thao walked the red carpet.
Posted inArts & Community
Mama Dog Studios in West Oakland is filling a void for local creatives
The new studio has been used for video projects and invite-only events with musicians and other members of the community.
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This week in Oakland: Kev Choice at The New Parish, Easter activities at Children’s Fairyland and Lake Chalet
Other events include ‘Is God Is’ at the Oakland Theater Project, and Melrose library clean-up.
