Today’s Partner:

The weekend is almost here…

Before you cruise make sure to check out my note below. Switching things up today.

In this issue:

A cool new “3rd Space” opens
Fairyland is having an auction
OUSD’s bathroom policy

-see ya at the bottom

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Your boy is getting tired of the usual events lineup I’ve been sharing – and the feedback shows it. So, I’m mixing it up this week. Trying to dial this newsletter in. More curation, more event types, and MORE scan-ability. Did I do it? Drop your feedback in a reply or in today’s poll at the bottom. I’m listening.

Your Weekend

7 picks for this weekend and the week ahead

Our curated list of events for families, couples, and everyone in-between.

Thursday, May 14

Mezcal tasting and dinner at Odin
Stop by Oakland’s first Mezcalería, Odin, for a prix fixe dinner and mezcal tasting. Enjoy a 4-course dinner and a guided mezcal experience. | Thursday, starts at 6pm. 444 Oak St. See Details →

All Weekend, May 15-17

It’s the Oakland Greek Festival
The 3-day festival returns this weekend featuring authentic Greek dancing, live musical performances, and every Greek food under the Mediterranean sun. Tickets available online and at the door. Adults for $5 and kids under 12, free. | All weekend, times vary. 4700 Lincoln Ave. See Details →

The WFTDA North America Playoffs…
For those wondering, it’s the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association — AKA roller derby. This weekend you can catch 12 of the world’s best teams competing in 3 days of derby madness to determine which teams go on to the global finals. | Games all weekend. Richmond Memorial Auditorium. See Passes →

Gimme Rat City to the finals.

Saturday, May 16

Mercy Vintage hosts a fashion show in Rockridge
Mercy Vintage is turning Forest St. into a runway showcasing local designers and creatives. A live DJ will be on site spinning and after the show, shop a curated selection straight from the runway. | Saturday, 4-7pm. 5505 College Ave. RSVP →

Finally, the Grand Opening of Neighborhood Sports Club
This has been on the radar for awhile now, ever since we covered them in a past issue. This weekend, the brick-and-mortar home for NSC opens its doors for pick-up soccer, iced coffees, and the slick merch. Plus, a @hotdotlena pop-up. | Saturday, 5-10pm. 100 2nd St. RSVP →

Oaklash Festival takes over Old Town Oakland
Pop down to Old Town Oakland — between 9th St. and Broadway — for the annual Oaklash Festival which celebrates drag and queer performance. Tickets are $20, but for $60 you can score a free drink and an invite to the after-party at Crybaby. | Saturday, 1-8pm. Old Town Oakland. See Details →

Upcoming Events

Oakland Ballers return to Raimondi Park | May 19-21
The Ballers are back in action next week with a 3-game stand against the Missoula PaddleHeads. Opening night is Tuesday (5/19), but I’ve got my eye on next Thursday’s game (5/21) with Too $hort. | See Tickets →

Town Standbys

Tried and true picks for this weekend

Discover event series you can always count on.

Friday Nights with OMCA | Every Friday
Happening every week, Friday Nights at OMCA is an Oakland event staple. Every week, the museum busts out the dance floor and hosts a variety of musical performances. This week: La Cumbiamba Colombiana & Combo Tezeta. | Friday, 5-9pm. OMCA. See Details →

Wardrobe Project hosts their monthly vintage & makers market | Third Saturdays
Find it every third Saturday under the Rockridge BART station. It’s relatively new, but it’s exploded onto the scene. Find vintage clothing, home decor, handmade jewelry and more. Just check the IG before you go. | This Saturday, 10-5pm. Rockridge BART. See Details →

Top Tickets

What shows are coming to Oakland?

A look at the hot tickets coming to Oakland venues.

Ben Schwartz & Friends at The Fox Theater
Fri, May 15 | See Tickets →
Alabama Shakes at The Greek
May 29 & 30 (2 Shows) | See Tickets →
Juvenile at The Fox Theater
June 5 | See Tickets →
Ariana Grande at Oakland Arena
June 6, 9, 10 | See Tickets →

Town Real Estate

New East Bay Listings This Week

Pet of the Week

Meet Chente, the 2-year-old poodle mix from Sequoyah

C’mon, just look at the tongue.

Want your pet to be a star? Hit reply, send me a photo, their name and their neighborhood. Cats welcome.