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Summer at Jack London Square features free movies at the waterfront
June 19, 2018
Editors: See here for an overview video about events at Jack London Square. Oakland, Calif. – June 19, 2018: Waterfront Flicks at Jack London Square starts Thursday evening at sundown with a special Oakland A’s night. The event will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the baseball film, “The Sandlot.” Guests will be treated to swag, photo… Read More
Read Full Article...Patchwork’s Summer Show at Jack London Square features emerging artists
June 13, 2018
Oakland, Calif. – June 13, 2018: Jack London Square is home to Patchwork’s Summer Show Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event features local emerging artists, crafters and designers along with workshops, indie music and gourmet food trucks. Patchwork is free and open to the public. “This Jack London Square event is family-friendly… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland hires new Director of Human Resources
Oakland, Calif. – June 13, 2018: The Port of Oakland has named Michael Mitchell as its new Director of Human Resources. A 12-year Port veteran, Mr. Mitchell previously served as the Port’s Human Resources Manager. “Michael Mitchell brings a wealth of government experience to this position,” said Port of Oakland Executive Director Chris Lytle. “His effectiveness in… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland boss to grads: Don’t pull back from the world
June 11, 2018
Seattle, Wash. – June 11, 2018: A global trade executive yesterday urged college graduates to reject “extreme protectionism,” calling it damaging and futile. Speaking at Central Washington University’s Kent, Wash., commencement, Port of Oakland Executive Director Chris Lytle asked his audience to instead embrace globalization. “Don’t disengage from the world – don’t be part of the illogical rush… Read More
Read Full Article...Oakland International Airport will be home to two American Heart Association Hands-Only CPR training kiosks
June 4, 2018
Oakland, Calif. – June 4, 2018: — The American Heart Association – the world’s leading voluntary health organization devoted to fighting cardiovascular disease – unveiled two Hands-Only CPR training kiosks today at Oakland International Airport during National CPR and AED Awareness Week, an annual observance that highlights how lives can be saved if more Americans… Read More
Read Full Article...Jack London Square kicks off Dancing Under the Stars this Friday
May 30, 2018
Oakland, Calif. – May 30, 2018: Dancing Under the Stars at Jack London Square kicks off Friday. The free dance lesson and party for locals and visitors runs every Friday night through August. All ages are welcome. “It’s great to see hundreds of people, including families with kids, coming to this big outdoor dance party… Read More
Read Full Article...Jack London Square hosts Bay Area Classic yo-yo championship Saturday
May 23, 2018
Oakland, Calif. – May 23, 2018: Jack London Square is hosting one of the longest running and largest yo-yo contests in the country. The Bay Area Classic yo-yo championship is Saturday. The regional competition is expected to draw more than 2,000 spectators throughout the day. “Some of the most skilled yo-yo players in the world will battle… Read More
Read Full Article...Jack London Square Art and Wine Festival celebrates local artists and regional vintners
May 16, 2018
See here for an overview video about the events at Jack London Square. Oakland, Calif. – May 16, 2018: The Jack London Square Art & Wine Festival is Saturday at the Oakland waterfront at the foot of Broadway from noon to 5 p.m. The Festival will showcase artists, music, dancers, children’s activities and unique vendors…. Read More
Read Full Article...Jack London Square free pop-up gallery showcases muralists and local artists
May 9, 2018
Oakland, Calif. – May 9, 2018: Muralists and local artists are displaying their work at Jack London Square through the end of May in a free pop-up gallery. The exhibit is open when other public events are happening at the Square on weekends and is part of the inaugural Oakland Art Month created by Visit… Read More
Read Full Article...Port of Oakland hires workforce development industry leader
May 7, 2018
Oakland, Calif. – May 7, 2018: The Port of Oakland today named Julina Bonilla the Workforce Development Manager in its Social Responsibility Division. In the newly-created position, Ms. Bonilla is primarily responsible for managing a workforce development program that gives local residents access to Port-related employment opportunities. “Julina Bonilla brings strong leadership skills, a deep… Read More
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