Commercial Real Estate
Moody’s upgrades Port of Oakland bond ratings
June 14, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – June 14, 2017: Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Port of Oakland bond ratings and assigned ratings on an upcoming series of refunding revenue bonds. The upgrades, announced June 9, include: $656 million of senior lien bonds to A1 from A2; $324 million of intermediate lien bonds to A2 from A3; and a… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland welcomes 20 summer interns
June 12, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – June 12, 2017: The Port of Oakland today marked the beginning of summer internship season with the arrival of 20 college students. The Port’s paid internships give students the opportunity to work with the Port’s maritime, aviation, and commercial real estate businesses. Over the next two months, interns will be involved in… Read More
Read Full Article...Jack London Square kicks off season of free, fun events this Friday
June 1, 2017
Oakland, CA – June 1, 2017: Jack London Square, at the Oakland waterfront, becomes a center for free family fun during summer nights. The Square transforms into an outdoor movie theatre every other Thursday evening and a huge dance floor on Friday nights. “These are two of the many popular free events that we offer… Read More
Read Full Article...Two unique festivals at Jack London Square coming up soon
May 18, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – May 18, 2017: Two more unique Festivals scheduled for Jack London Square, round out Oakland waterfront activities in May. The fifth annual Session Fest is this Saturday, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. The Sausage Fest Block Party is the following Saturday, May 27, from Noon to 6:00 PM. More than 30 local… Read More
Read Full Article...All new Urban Wine Festival at Jack London Square celebrates East Bay and Northern California wineries
May 4, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – May 4, 2017: Jack London Square is home to the first-ever Urban Wine Festival at the Oakland waterfront this Saturday from Noon to 5 PM. “Jack London Square is a perfect location for this event because it’s literally in the heart of the Oakland Urban Wine Trail,” said Nick Cattaneo who developed the Festival… Read More
Read Full Article...Big weekend at Jack London Square with Oakland Dance Festival and more
April 27, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – April 27, 2017: Jack London Square is ready for a big weekend of recreation with dancing performances, bowling, and kayaking on the Oakland Estuary. Oakland Dance Festival brings local dancers, choreographers, and teachers to the Square for a family friendly event. The free Festival will feature a variety of dance rhythms Saturday,… Read More
Read Full Article...New, Oakland-grown, urban dance competition comes to Jack London Square
April 19, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – April 19, 2017: It is a first for Oakland and the world – a competition, based on the turf dance phenomenon that originated in Oakland, will take place April 22 from Noon to 6 PM at Jack London Square. The family friendly event is free and open to the public. “Turfin vs…. Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland receives eleventh consecutive energy star certification
April 4, 2017
Oakland, Calif.–April 4, 2017: Port of Oakland headquarters located at 530 Water Street just received its eleventh consecutive Energy Star certification. Every year the U.S. EPA recognizes buildings nationwide for energy efficiency. Port headquarters is one of only 70 buildings in the State of California to receive an Energy Star. Port headquarters ranked in the… Read More
Read Full Article...Jack London Square – home to Lady Washington for three-week stay
March 27, 2017
Oakland, CA – (March 27, 2016): Tall ship Lady Washington begins a three-week stay at Jack London Square Wednesday, March 29. The Oakland waterfront becomes the tall ship’s new home at the foot of Broadway for an extended visit through April 18, and is open to the public. Those who would like to get a glimpse… Read More
Read Full Article...Bacon & Beer Festival meets Jack of All Trades fair at Jack London Square
March 9, 2017
Oakland, Calif. – March 9, 2017: The 4th annual Bacon & Beer Festival returns to Jack London Square this Saturday along with the monthly Jack of All Trades fair. Celebrating nostalgic American eating and imbibing, the Bacon & Beer Festival offers creative dishes and craft brews. There is an entry fee for the event, which… Read More
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