Cooking competition series kicks off at Jack London Square Sunday
Oakland, Calif. – May 23, 2019: Five chefs will compete in Knife Fight Gauntlet, an outdoor cooking competition at Jack London Square, the last Sunday of the month in May, June and July. The contest is free to watch and open to the public. The series is May 26, June 30, and July 28 from […]
Port of Oakland Board approves term sheet for ballpark plan
Oakland, Calif. – May 14, 2019: Port of Oakland Commissioners have approved a plan that gives the Oakland Athletics four years to advance their quest for a proposed baseball stadium at the Port’s Howard Terminal. The seven-member Board of Port Commissioners voted unanimously yesterday to adopt an Exclusive Negotiation Term Sheet. The document imposes requirements […]
Jack London Square Art and Wine Festival to draw crowds Saturday
Oakland, Calif. – May 10, 2019: Jack London Square officials expect large crowds tomorrow for an Art and Wine Festival from noon to 5 p.m. The event celebrates local artists and showcases more than 20 Northern California wineries. Live music will be a part of the festivities including a performance by local soul and funk […]
Indie music concert series starts Thursday night at Jack London Square
Oakland, Calif. – May 8, 2019: Jack London Square is hosting the new, MUSH concert series beginning tomorrow night on the Marina Lawn (across from 55 Harrison St.) from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The event is free, open to the public and dog friendly. Community radio station BFF.fm is presenting the event as part of […]
Jack London Square to host community Cinco de Mayo Festival
Oakland, Calif. – May 2, 2019: A celebration of Mexican heritage will bring the community together at Jack London Square for Cinco de Mayo, Saturday, from noon to 7 p.m. The free event offers a wide variety of performers from kids to adults in recognition of Mexican traditions and its diverse culture. The Cinco de […]
Thousands of visitors expected for Jack London Square weekend events
Oakland, Calif. – April 26, 2019: Two family-friendly, cultural festivals take center stage at Jack London Square tomorrow and Sunday. Both are free and open to the public. More than 7,000 people are expected to come to the waterfront over the two days. The Songkran Festival recognizes the Thai, Lao, and Myanmar New Year, which […]
Jobs study: Port of Oakland generates 84,000 jobs in the Bay Area
Oakland, Calif. – April 18, 2019: The Port of Oakland supports 84,144 jobs in the Bay Area and 20 percent of those jobs are Oakland-based, according to an economic impact study released today. The study by Martin Associates shows that the Port’s overall economic value—from business revenue, consumer spending, and total value of goods and […]
Tall ship sailing adventures return to Jack London Square
Oakland, Calif. – April 10, 2019: Two tall ships, Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain, are in port at Jack London Square. The sailing vessels give visitors a glimpse of maritime history from the mid-1700’s to the late 1800’s. The ships are docked at the foot of Broadway through April 23, 2019. Vessel tours are open to the public for […]
Jack London Square offers real food, local goods and an art exhibit Sunday
Attention editors: See Farmers Market video here. Oakland, Calif. – April 4, 2019: Jack London Square serves up family-friendly activities this Sunday, with a local focus. – Farmers Market provides fresh produce and artisanal food, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – The Buck offers unique items from local vendors, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – A free […]
Jack London Square free exhibit highlights local Beat Generation artists
Oakland, Calif. – Feb. 28, 2019: Several local, prominent, African American artists’ works are highlighted in a new, free exhibit at Jack London Square that opens today for the public at 1 p.m. “The-Beat-Generation-Exhibition” features a representative collection of art, by Abstract Expressionist Arthur Monroe. The display demonstrates Mr. Monroe’s lifetime artistic achievement in preparation […]