Metropolitan Golf Links is a Fred Bliss and Johnny Miller designed links course in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. This Oakland, CA public play golf course features vistas of the Bay Bridge, the San Francisco skyline, the Oakland hills and the Peninsula.

The beautiful Jack London Square is home to a Farmer’s Market that is organized and managed by CUESA (The Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture). Market customers connect directly with farmers and sellers offering fruits, vegetables, specialty foods, flowers and more. Free cooking demos, culinary educations classes and other events are also part of the Farmers Market at the Oakland waterfront.

Second Saturday is an open air market on the Oakland waterfront featuring up to 100 artisan vendors, children’s activities, live entertainment, and great food from local vendors and favorite eateries. True to its namesake, Second Saturday will be held every second Saturday of the month from 10 am to 5 pm. The flagship monthly event is open to the public and free to attend.

Cruise into history on board the USS Potomac with a docent led tour of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's floating White House. While underway enjoy stunning views and a fully narrated cruise around San Francisco Bay. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 510.627.1215. Commonly known as FDR, Franklin Delano Roosevelt was the 32nd President of the United States.

Introducing The Buck to Jack London Square! The Buck is held every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month from 11 am – 4 pm, running concurrently with Jack London Square Farmers Market giving people easy access to an assortment of vendors selling unique clothing, jewelry, fresh produce, delicious food, and more.

Ring in the holiday season with Jack London Square's Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony! Bring family and friends to see the lighting of a spectacular 55-foot Mount Shasta Fir Tree adorned with 5,000 sparking white lights and 600 colorful ornaments. The festivities include live music and entertainment from local musicians and arts groups, holiday pop-up shops, and a special appearance by Santa Claus! As always, it's FREE to attend - with tasty treats and holiday beverages available for purchase.

Black Santa has turned 54 Washington @ Water Street in Jack London Square into a winter wonderland and holiday pop up store. Bring the family to meet and take a photo with Black Santa. Visit on the weekends where you can have some fun with the kids making custom ornaments in Santa’s workshop. Holiday merchandise available as well. Check Facebook for hours: www.facebook.com/events/2185760558379514/