A Rhythmic Oasis

  As the sun dipped low on Thursday 29th of August 2024, casting warm beams of light on the Frank Ogawa Plaza, Oakland Central orchestrated a moment of pure magic. The concrete expanse became a hub of music, Brazilian Samba, and Caribbean Rhythms, inviting attendees to shed their daily armor and step into a world […]

FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT

On a balmy Thursday evening, July 25th, 2024, Frank Ogawa Plaza transformed into a vibrant hub of creativity and connection, courtesy of Oakland Central’s latest community offering: a free Sip and Paint event. The sun cast a warm glow over a scene of residents eager to unwind and unleash their inner artist. I was immediately […]

Vegan Friendly Eats

Going vegan has become a thing now and restaurants and companies are stepping up to the plate by providing vegan and plant-based options. Are you the one in charge to find the location for dinner with friends where one or two of them eat vegan? Well, downtown Oakland has several spots where vegan and non-vegans [...]

6 Cafes in Oakland You Can’t Miss

   There is no shortage of coffee shops in downtown Oakland. In fact, there are often two coffee shops within the same block (not a problem, just a point of fact!). With such high quantity and quality, it can be hard to decide where to grab your avocado toast or morning cuppa joe. While you’ll […]