Wednesday Weekly: Events & Community Announcements - January 15, 2020

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Your weekly source for upcoming events and community announcements in and around District 5

District 5 of Alameda County includes Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, Piedmont, and parts of Oakland. 

January 8, 2020

Concert for the Climate Series

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The Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force (CEMTF) invites you to Concert for the Climate Series - 2nd Concert. Please join us for an evening of music, climate talk, poetry and fun.

Friday, January 17, 2020
6:00 – 10:00 PM

Classic Cars West
411 26th Street
Oakland, CA 94612

Performances by:

  • ODINMÃ
  • Spear of the Nation
  • gist4Godministries
  • Voices Against Violence Youth
  • The Legendary Mighty O'town Passions
  • and more!

To purchase tickets, click here.


Women’s March Oakland 2020

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Women’s March Oakland 2020 has a single goal: getting all of us counted in 2020. At this nonpartisan, peaceful event, we will mobilize to raise awareness, volunteer hours and funding to get a complete Census count in Alameda County and make our voices heard at the polls.

In addition to a march through the streets of downtown Oakland, this year’s event will feature our biggest Community Action Fair ever, with entertainment, food, art and a wide range of organizations offering opportunities to make a difference in Alameda County.

Saturday, January 18, 2020
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Frank Ogawa Plaza
14th Street & Broadway
Oakland, CA 94612

The 2020 march is co-hosted by Women's March Oakland, Black Women Organized for Political Action, IGNITE and Women's Foundation of California.

Visit womensmarchoakland.org for event details.


Friends of Albany Parks Clean-up & Planting

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The Friends of Albany Parks will host a day of service in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Codornices Creek. The Friends of Albany Parks program encourages community members to get involved with the care, maintenance and beautification of Codornices Creek. There will be litter removal and weeding projects, as well as a planting of species native to the East Bay.

Saturday, January 18, 2020
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

"Outdoor Classroom"
Near 1101 8th Street
Berkeley, CA 94706

The Planting is co-sponsored by Friends of Five Creeks, an all-volunteer citizens group that believes the health of creeks and watersheds supports the health of urban environments. Those who attend and volunteer their time will receive an official Friends of Albany Parks T-shirt.

Click here for more information.


Learning about Dr. King’s Legacy:

Activities for Children

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Bring the young ones! Enjoy Learning about Dr. King’s Legacy: Activities for Children through a series of 30-minute spirited sessions that reexamine the African American quest for civil rights.

Saturday, January 18, 2020
2:00 - 4:00 PM

African American Museum & Library
659 14th Street
Oakland, CA 94612

Our fun-filled sessions include: remembering the quotable MLK through word puzzles, singing songs of the civil rights movement, designing your own postage stamp to honor the great leader, and viewing an animated film about the iconic King. Prizes will be given throughout the afternoon.

For more information, call (510) 637-0200.


In The Name of Love

Musical Tribute honoring Dr. Martin Luther King

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“In The Name Of Love”, the annual musical tribute honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is an extensive civic and cultural event bringing our diverse community together to honor, through music, the inspirational teachings of the great Dr. King.

Sunday, January 19, 2020
7:00 PM

Oakland Scottish Rite Center
1547 Lakeside Drive
Oakland, CA, 94612

All proceeds will benefit the Living Jazz Children's Project, free music education for Title One Oakland public elementary schools.

TICKETS: Adv. $25-$60; ; Door: $30-$65 (discounts for Children 12 and under).

Website: https://www.Livingjazz.org/mlktribute


23rd Annual Piedmont MLK Celebration

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Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for 23 years, this year we bring focus to Dr. King's vision for equity.

Monday, January 20, 2020
12:00 – 2:30 PM

Piedmont Veterans' Hall
401 Highland Avenue
Piedmont , CA 94611

The program will feature inspiring performances by:

  • Piedmont East Bay Children's Choir
  • Oaktown Jazz Workshops
  • Destiny Arts Youth Performance Company

Speakers:

  • The Honorable Barbara Lee, U.S. Congresswoman, 13th District
  • David Lai, The King Institute at Stanford University

Click here to register.


2020 Berkeley MLK Jr. Breakfast

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Join us for the 2020 Berkeley MLK Jr. Breakfast as we build our beloved community.

Monday, January 20, 2020
7:30 AM - Doors Open
8:00 AM - Program Begins

Pauley Ballroom, UC Berkeley
2495 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94720

To kick of 2020 in the right way, we'll explore Reverend King’s central theme of hope and the message that Americans must unite in order to fight poverty and create an equality of opportunity through the theme of Dr. King's fourth and final book before his assassination — "Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?"

In times seemingly as dark as these, it’s important that we band together to strengthen the bonds of community and reinvest in our friends, family, and loved ones.

Click here for tickets.


EBRPD Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

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The Park District celebrates a Day of Service that continues Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision of solidarity, improving lives, bridging social barriers and move our country closer together. People from all walks of life are encouraged to work mutually in bringing a better community.

East Bay Regional Park District needs YOU! Volunteers will help restore the shoreline by cleaning and removing invasive plants in order to support and care for wildlife and their natural habitat. Your efforts will benefit the environment and our community.

Monday, January 20, 2020
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline
Oakport Street., Oakland “Peppermint Gate”
Doolittle Drive & Swan Way, Oakland. “Memorial Grove”

Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes and closed-toed shoes. To cut down on the use of plastic, please bring a refillable water bottle and a bucket to pick up litter.

We welcome children to participate, but ask that those under 16 years of age to be accompanied by one chaperone for every 20 kids.

Info: (510) 544-2229, volunteers@ebparks.org


4th Annual ATHSSM MLK Jr. Freedom Breakfast

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Allen Temple Health and Social Services hosts its 4th Annual MLK Drum Major for Freedom Breakfast and fundraiser. Our theme this year is ”A NEW ERA. A NEW WAY.”

Monday, January 20, 2020
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Hilton Oakland Airport
1 Hegenberger Road
Oakland, CA 94621

This event is featuring special guest and keynote speaker, Sharon Cooper, who is a Community Activist and sister to Sandra Bland. Sharon speaks on her life, legacy and HBO's "Say Her Name: The Life and Death of Sandra Bland". Special performance by Destined 2 Dance.

Click here for tickets.


District 5 Boards & Commissions 

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Vacancy Announcement

 

UPDATED LIST AS OF JANUARY 2020

Supervisor Carson needs District 5 Representatives in the following boards & commissions: 

  • Alameda County Fair Association Board of Directors (1)
  • Consumer Affairs Commission (2)
  • Human Relations Commission (1)
  • Mental Health Advisory Board (1)

This is an opportunity to serve your community and represent District 5! Please note the eligibility requirements and commitments associated with each position.

For more information and to apply, visit the Boards and Commissions site: https://acgov.org/bc/


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The next regular Board of Supervisors meeting is on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 beginning at 11:00 AM.

Meeting will take place in Board Chambers:

Administration Building
Room 512 - 5th Floor
1221 Oak Street Room
Oakland , CA 94612

Can't make it in person? Watch online!


Fourth Annual Ed Roberts Awards

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In his work and life, Ed Roberts firmly believed in empowering others to be advocates and activists. In this spirit, TheCIL is pleased to recognize and honor those individuals who, like Ed, have made major contributions to the success of TheCIL and the independent living/disability rights movement in the US and internationally.

Thursday, January 23, 2020
6:00 – 9:00 PM

UC Theatre
2036 University Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94704

This year, we will celebrate disability in the world of entertainment and media. Our 2020 Ed Roberts Awards Honorees include:

  • Tony Award Winner Ali Stroker
  • RJ Mitte, from Breaking Bad
  • Zack Gottsagen, star of The Peanut Butter Falcon
  • Fashion Designer Stephanie Thomas

We invite you to attend for a memorable evening to empower people with disabilities to achieve and to build a more supportive and inclusive world.

Click here for tickets.


Caregiver Conversations: A Day of Learning, Support & Information Exchange

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Join the Family Caregiver Alliance for a day of learning, support, and information exchange. This convening is for family and friends caregiving for an adult living with a complex illness (e.g. dementia, general frailty, Parkinson’s, stroke, Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS), Multiple Sclerosis, and similar conditions), and professionals who provide services to caregivers and care receivers in Alameda County.

Friday, January 24, 2020
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

The California Endowment
2000 Franklin Street
Oakland, CA 94612

Keynote Speaker: Rita Choula, Director of Caregiving Projects, AARP Public Policy Institute

Welcome by: Supervisor Nate Miley and Supervisor Wilma Chan

This event is FREE. A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Deadline for registration is January 21, 2020.

Click here to register.


EBRPD 6th Annual Youth Job Fairs

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Whether you like spending time outdoors, working with children or lifeguarding on the beach, we have the perfect job for you! Learn about the wide variety of opportunities for youth and students while exploring the many jobs available for the summer and in the near future. Resume and interview tips provided!

Saturday, January. 25, 2020
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Hayward Area Senior Center
22325 North 3rd Street
Hayward, CA 94541

Saturday, February 1, 2020
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Pleasant Hill Senior Center
233 Gregory Lane
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Ages 15-24 (minimum age requirement for most jobs is 16 years old).

Click here for more information.


Carbon-Free Workshop: Electrification & 2020 Carbon-Free Albany Challenge

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Want to make an impact on climate change in 2020? Learn how! Join the City of Albany for a workshop to learn easy steps you can take toward electrifying your home and going carbon-free.

Sunday, January 26, 2020
11:00 AM-1:00 PM

Albany Community Center - Main Hall
1249 Marin Avenue
Albany, CA 94706

You can also learn more about the 2020 Carbon-Free Albany Challenge and how you can connect with your friends and neighbors and win cool prizes, all while reducing your carbon footprint.

A light lunch will be provided.

For more information and to register, click here.


Tenant and Landlord Just Cause

Eviction Ordinance Workshop

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Join ECHO Housing for a Tenant and Landlord Just Cause Eviction Ordinance Workshop. Landlords and tenants are invited to come out and learn about the City's Just Cause Ordinance and eviction procedures, as well as the relation to the new Just Cause state law AB-1482.

Wednesday, January 29, 2020
4:00 - 7:00 PM

Emeryville Center of Community Life
4727 San Pablo Avenue
Multipurpose Room A1
Emeryville, CA 94608

For more information, contact:

Valerie Bernardo: vbernardo@emeryville.org
Jonathan Torres:jonathan@echofairhousing.org


Critical Conversations: An Advanced Care Planning Summit For Advocates

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You are invited to the 3rd Annual Advance Care Planning Summit, sponsored by the East Bay Conversation Project (EBCP) and the Alameda-Contra Costa Medical Association (ACCMA). The goal of the Summit is to support advance care planning advocates in any capacity, provide opportunities to connect with one another, and to inspire us to continue changing the end-of-life experience for the better.

Thursday, January 30, 2020
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pleasant Hill Community Center
320 Civic Drive
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

This year’s featured speaker is Steven Pantilat, MD, Professor of Medicine at UCSF, who is a renowned international expert in hospice and palliative care.

Panel discussions will focus on working with dementia patients and the disability community, honoring cultural considerations, and providing enhanced tools to have “the conversation.”

Registration: $75 Regular - $50 Non Profit. Lunch Provided!

REGISTER HERE


When Compassion Hurts

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Many helping professionals are exposed daily to the stressful lives and challenges of clients, students, parents, families, and colleagues. "Compassion fatigue" is an indirect and secondary trauma that can develop for service providers as a result of the stressful situations of the people they listen to and counsel. Workshop participants will learn about and discuss compassion fatigue and its components: stress, burnout, secondary traumatization, and vicarious trauma.

Friday, January 31, 2020
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First 5 Alameda County Conference Center
1115 Atlantic Ave
Alameda, CA 94501

PRESENTER: Briana Moore, Associate Clinical Social Worker, Lead Trainer for Trauma Informed Systems (Trauma Transformed).

3 CEUs available for RNs, LCSWs, LMFTs, LEPs.

Register by January 24, 2020. Click here to register.


Civicorps Learning Academy and

Job Training Center

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Civicorps fosters a supportive environment, where students LEARN, EARN and GROW

As of January 2020, each student can design a schedule that meets their portfolio and academic needs, and aligns with their commitments outside of Civicorps.  Students will be allowed to move into paid Job Training upon completion of a baseline of onboarding activities.

Each student can now select from:

  • Part-time or full-time academic options
  • Morning, afternoon, evening or full day options
  • 3-day and 5-day per week options

And remember, we’re now opening our doors every week to new enrollees.  Every Tuesday at 10AM, new students can get started on the path to earning a high school diploma.  Must be 18-26 years old to enroll.

For more  information: cvcorps.org/join-us/enroll/


CALL FOR NOMINATIONS!
Alameda County Women's Hall of Fame 2020

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Do you know an outstanding woman who is making a difference in our community? Now accepting nominations for the Alameda County Women's Hall of Fame 2020!

Nomination Categories

  • Business and Professions: Women creating economic development opportunities in business
  • Community Service: Women whose work helps to improve the overall quality of the community
  • Culture and Art: Women making outstanding contributions in the performing, visual & media arts
  • Education: Women promoting success and contributing to the progress and growth of education
  • Emerging Leader: Young women representing a new generation of leaders
  • Environment: Women supporting and advocating the preservation of our environment
  • Health: Women improving access to health care services and medical advancement
  • Justice: Women reforming and expanding legal advocacy in the justice system
  • Non-Traditional Careers: Women succeeding in and/or promoting the advancement of women in non-traditional careers
  • Philanthropy: Women increasing the well-being of humankind by promoting and championing charitable aid
  • Science, Technology, Engineering: Women pioneering the advancement of scientific research and technology
  • Sports and Athletics: Women promoting and encouraging leadership in sports and athletics
  • Youth: High school females in the 11th and 12th grades demonstrating leadership and making a difference in the community

The Women's Hall of Fame is open to women who currently live or work in Alameda County regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, disability (mental or physical), medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, religious or political affiliation. Posthumous honors are not awarded.

For more information and to submit a nomination, click here.