Oakland School for the Arts presents: Next gen fashion creators
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This year's runway show from the Fashion Design Pathway at OSA features designs that play with structure, silhouette, and material, revealing the unexpected beauty that emerges when conventions are questioned and rebuilt. Support the youth, Friday, May 8 and Saturday from 7-9PM.

Cal Performances presents, This Land: Reflections on America
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Cal Performances at UC Berkeley presents pianist Lara Downes in This Land: Reflections on America at Zellerbach Hall on Saturday, May 9 at 8PM. Joined by folk singer Judy Collins, poet Tarriona, string ensemble Invoke Quartet, and the multicultural Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir.

San Leandro AAPI Fest
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San Leandro and West Coast Makers are hosting an AAPI festival on May 8th from 4-9PM in Butterfly Plaza. Then on May 9th, there is Salsa on the Bay, in Treasure Island from 2-8PM

Hire Oakland job fair
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Hire Oakland Job Fair will be taking place outside at Frank H. Ogawa Plaza at Oakland City Hall on Wednesday, May 13. The citywide hiring event will feature recruiters from EBMUD, Samuel Merritt University, the City of Oakland, BART, PG&E, and more. Visraant Iyer, gives insight.

Iran reviewing the latest U.S. proposal to end the war
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The United States is waiting for Iran to respond to the latest American proposal to end the war, after top-ranking officials on both sides suggested a burst of behind-the-scenes diplomatic activity. Todd Belt, director of the political management program at The George Washington University, gives insight.

Breaking down potential peace deal in Iran War
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The U.S. and Iran are nearing an agreement to end the war in the Middle East. Florida Atlantic University political science professor Robert Rabil explains what both sides are asking for and the pressure President Trump is applying to reach a deal.

Combating loneliness during Mental Health Awareness month
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Loneliness raises one's risk of premature death, heart disease, stroke, and dementia. Psychiatrist, Dr. Arnold Gilberg offers tips to avoid it.

North Bay ballet shares Mexican folklore through dance

Cinco de Mayo is often mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, but it actually commemorates the Battle of Puebla, fought on May 5, 1862.

Cinco de Mayo with Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena
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Founded in 2010 by Alicia Sánchez Martínez, Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and sharing Mexican folklore through dance. By honoring ancestral traditions, the group transforms history, culture, and identity into vibrant artistic expression.

Key California races
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May 5 ballot drop boxes and other ballot drop-off locations open. As ballots start arriving in mailboxes this week, seven of the leading candidates for California governor will take to the stage for back-to-back debates. Andres Quintero, political science professor at Evergreen Valley College, gives insight.

Arts Contra Costa County
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Arts Contra Costa County is working to strengthen the creative community by supporting local artists, funding programs and expanding access to the arts. 

Angel Island: Oakland Ballet presents a story of strength through dance
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Graham Lustig, artistic director of the Oakland Ballet, Angel Island choreographer, Phil Chan, and dancers, Ashley Thopiah and Phoenix Wilkins, give insight on Dancing Moons Festival. Production runs May 8-9, at San Francisco's Herbst Theatre.

A tribute to a rock and roll legend
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Author Steve Rose sits down to discuss his intimate friendship with Eddie Van Halen and the stories behind his book, Tonechasers