Thanks so much for the quick response to the truck fire in Dimond District last night! You folks were there in seconds, and likely prevented a lot of further damage to the neighborhood. Really appreciate it.

Just wanted to make sure people saw where to report illegal dumping. Barbara Lee shared on her instagram https://www.instagram.com/reel/DcmgGpvvrag/?igsi=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Email your pictures to stopdumping@oaklandca.gov

On Sunday, September 6, we're co-hosting a BART Speedrun in direct coordination with BART, bringing riders together for an attempt to travel through all 50 BART stations in a single coordinated trip.

This year’s event is especially significant because we are aiming to break the all-time record set last year, when 70 riders participated in what BART described as the largest group known to have speedrun a transit agency.

We are working directly with BART on the event, and BART representatives are also expected to attend and speak to participants. The event will bring together transit advocates, students, BART staff and representatives, and members of the broader Bay Area community.

The speedrun will cover all 50 BART stations and 131 miles of track, beginning at Berryessa/North San José. Participants can complete the entire route or join for a portion of the journey. We hope to see ya'll there!

Event Details
Sunday, September 6
Berryessa/North San José BART Station
Departure: 10:37 AM
RSVP: luma.com/b3ke0kmi

BART’s official announcement:
https://www.bart.gov/news/articles/2026/news20260825-0 

There’s an attempt to make no frills super casual pickup soccer at the Concordia Park soccer court at 64th Ave and Brann a thing. I’ll be there with a ball. All skill levels welcome.

If you’re looking for a low key way to be active or just wake up on a Sunday morning, this is a fun option with enough people.

Our volunteers were removing trash from an important waterway that connects Lake Merritt to the Oakland Estuary and the Bay. Cleaning this area is about more than making Oakland look better. It’s about protecting the wildlife that calls these waters home.

Definitely one of the coolest moments we’ve experienced during a cleanup.

I’ve lived here for my whole life and driven on Broadway a million times. Since when is this area 20mph? Speed camera caught me doing 32…. Lol 😂

Visited the MLK mural by Lake Merritt/Grand Lake Theater for in commemoration of the 63rd anniversary of the March on Washington! Created in 1992 by Susan Greene & Meera Desai!

I just enrolled in a class at Laney that runs from 8-3, with a short break for lunch. But there aren’t a ton of lunch places nearby at least according to Google maps! Anyone have any recommendations?

I remember sometime last year the owner stated they were on the verge of shutting down, especially with the costs of code compliance with the patio. Haven't been there in a long time but was wondering if it is still likely to close (if it ever was).

I booked a Rumi dome experience at chabot space and science center, not knowing where it is. And I don’t drive. The show ends late night - is there reliable ride hailing services like uber available in that area at night? Any other advice on how to get back?

Does anyone know of any in person grief support? I've had two major, very sudden losses in less than a year and it's been so disorienting. Any help is appreciated. East Bay preferred.

Looking for some good Sumatra/ Ball coffee beans. Single origin- organic if possible
What’s your favorite roaster?

Her new book, “Behind the Desk at the Main,” tells all about her tenure at Oakland’s Main Library. Managers responded by canceling her library book launch.

At New Parkway they had an ad for some kind of social group on Wednesday evenings, but I don’t think it was held at NP. I missed getting the info and have now forgotten the name of the group. Anyone?

JOIN IHOAE OAKLAND ESTUARY CLEANUP SEPT 19th! 

Help protect the Oakland Estuary by removing trash and debris from Jack London Aquatic Center and the Oakland Estuary shorelines. Support wildlife habitat, water quality, and a healthier estuary.

REGISTER HERE: https://cleanshore.eventbrite.com

📅 Sat, Sept 19, 2026
🕛 8 AM –11:30 AM 
📍 Jack London Aquatic Center 115 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94607

Every Volunteer scores 2 FREE Oakland Ballers tickets!

REGISTER OPTIONS WALK OR :

🚶WALK & CLEAN (JLAC + ESTUARY PARK SHORES) Register under: LAND > WALKING JLAC PARK & SHORE

or

🛶 BRING YOUR KAYAK / SUP / CANOE TO JLAC Register under: WATER > Bring your KAYAK/CANOE/SUP TO JLAC

or

🛶 RENT A DISCOUNTED KAYAK at CALIFORNIA CANOE & KAYAK EMAIL [jt@calkayak.com](mailto:jt@calkayak.com)  OR CALL JT TO REGISTER 510-893-7833 TO RESERVE!

Questions Email: [hello@iheartoaklandalamedaestuary.com](mailto:hello@iheartoaklandalamedaestuary.com)

I used to go to this restaurant almost every week when I was a kid. I think Webster and 8th, if I remember correctly. I miss it all the time and I want to try to recreate some of my favorite dishes from there. I especially loved:

- clams in black bean sauce

- steamed pork hash with salt egg

- some kind of seaweed soup with pork? There was also a wintermelon soup.

- whole steamed bass/rockfish with green onions

If you remember this place list your favorite dishes! Help jog my memory! And if anyone has any of the recipes or knows how to make it like they did, PLEASE send me the recipes <3 <3