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Volunteers help students dig deep into writing — and find the connection inspiring

Sponsored by WriterCoach Connection Nov. 15, 2023, 9:10 a.m.Nov. 15, 2023, 11:50 a.m.

WriterCoach Connection, which trains adults to work with students, needs more volunteers at its new Oakland location, as well as its other East Bay schools.

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Five festive days of events—’Oakland Style’—launch Oct. 18

Sponsored by Visit Oakland Oct. 17, 2023, 9:00 a.m.Oct. 17, 2023, 9:18 a.m.

Fashion, cuisine, the arts and more are celebrated around The Town.

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O’Dowd students work for justice — in many different forms

Sponsored by Bishop O'Dowd High School Oct. 5, 2023, 9:30 a.m.Oct. 4, 2023, 4:58 p.m.

The school’s service program reflects Catholic social teaching, requiring students to apply their learning to real-life work.

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There’s plenty to savor in Albany these days

Sponsored by The City of Albany Office of Economic Development Aug. 31, 2023, 10:13 a.m.Aug. 31, 2023, 10:14 a.m.

From exquisite breakfast pastries and coffee through dinner and drinks, this neighborhood is overflowing with temptations.

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Wrongful death legal cases are wrenching—but can help with healing

Sponsored by Gwilliam Ivary Chiosso Cavalli & Brewer Aug. 2, 2023, 9:30 a.m.Aug. 3, 2023, 7:45 a.m.

Attorney Jayme Walker explains what a wrongful death case is, who can file such a case and how the process can help survivors.

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Do you wonder whether you need a lawyer?  

Sponsored by Gwilliam Ivary Chiosso Cavalli & Brewer June 8, 2023, 9:11 a.m.June 8, 2023, 9:11 a.m.

There’s no cost to call and explain your circumstances to the intake clerk. Ideally, gather your thoughts and some documents first.

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How to get that hazardous waste out of the house, and away from kids and pets, without polluting

Sponsored by StopWaste and the Alameda County Household Hazardous Waste Program May 11, 2023, 9:30 a.m.May 11, 2023, 9:58 a.m.

Alameda County has four drop-off locations for household chemicals, along with collection days at Golden Gate Fields in Albany.

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Picture book authors aim to expand kids’ palates, healthy eating at Bay Area Book Festival, May 6

Sponsored by the Bay Area Book Festival May 4, 2023, 10:00 a.m.May 4, 2023, 10:54 a.m.

Families can drop in at the Berkeley Public Library for samples and activities.

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Legendary Oakland librarian Dorothy Lazard appearing at the Bay Area Book Festival in Berkeley

Sponsored by the Bay Area Book Festival April 28, 2023, 9:30 a.m.May 2, 2023, 2:06 p.m.

Other writing programs at the festival cover autobiography, humor, the unreliable narrator, and the child’s point of view.

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Comcast kicking off a faster, more reliable network

Sponsored by Comcast Corporation April 26, 2023, 9:30 a.m.April 26, 2023, 9:33 a.m.

Xfinity 10G Network is coming to Oakland, along with a device to stay connected when Nature knocks out the power.

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Awards recognize ‘icons among us’ in Oakland

Sponsored by Comcast Corporation March 15, 2023, 9:30 a.m.March 15, 2023, 10:10 a.m.

As part of the Black Joy Parade and celebration, three locals are honored for their contributions to fostering racial equality.

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A multilingual education at Berkeley’s Ecole Bilingue builds globally minded students

Sponsored by Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley March 14, 2023, 9:30 a.m.March 14, 2023, 8:50 a.m.

Student TED talks highlight the valuable ‘executive function’ skills to be gained from bilingual learning. EB admits non-French speakers to the International Track.

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Choose the best East Bay summer camp for your kids

by Local Sponsor March 7, 2023, 11:48 a.m.March 7, 2023, 11:48 a.m.

The Oaklandside’s East Bay Summer Camp Guide is back to help your family find the best and safest local camp for your children.

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What everyone should know about forced arbitration

Sponsored by Gwilliam Ivary Chiosso Cavalli & Brewer Feb. 15, 2023, 9:30 a.m.Feb. 14, 2023, 12:59 p.m.

Lurking in the fine print of all sorts of agreements we sign is our consent to waive the right to a trial.

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StopWaste is giving more grant money than ever for projects to prevent waste

Sponsored by StopWaste and the Alameda County Household Hazardous Waste Program Jan. 30, 2023, 11:16 a.m.Jan. 30, 2023, 11:15 a.m.

Businesses, nonprofits and school districts can apply for funding by March 3.

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‘Paradise Blue’ takes us to a Detroit jazz club in 1949 — with urban ‘renewal’ on the horizon

Sponsored by Aurora Theatre Company Jan. 25, 2023, 9:00 a.m.Jan. 29, 2023, 1:30 p.m.

Local cast, including several from Oakland, performs at the Aurora Theatre in Berkeley.

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How much cash should I have on hand?

Sponsored by First Republic Bank Dec. 14, 2022, 9:15 a.m.Dec. 14, 2022, 9:23 a.m.

Tips for how much cash to keep liquid, and the best places to keep it for ready access in case of emergency.

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Job training and community service come with a paycheck at Rising Sun

Sponsored by Bank of America Dec. 9, 2022, 9:56 a.m.Dec. 9, 2022, 9:56 a.m.

Oakland nonprofit offers ‘green’ internships for students and training in construction work for adults.

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Pregnancy discrimination cases on the rise for past 20 years

Sponsored by Gwilliam Ivary Chiosso Cavalli & Brewer Dec. 7, 2022, 9:30 a.m.Dec. 6, 2022, 11:46 a.m.

Jayme Walker — an attorney and a mother — specializes in protecting the rights of pregnant employees.

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Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley is a good place to beat the middle school blues

Sponsored by Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley Dec. 1, 2022, 9:30 a.m.Dec. 1, 2022, 9:19 a.m.

The French-American school’s International Track turns the students’ focus outwards, as they master a new language and learn about other cultures.

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