Books
Former Raiders executive, scout shares thoughts on working with the late Al Davis
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The combative, litigious, and often successful sports executive (and Piedmont resident) would do just about anything to win.COVID-19
Food trucks thrive in the age of social distancing
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Adopting a community-based model now that large events are no longer an option. "One truck shows up near your house, and people just show up and eat."Nonprofit
Virtual learning hub led by Oakland parent group aims to continue in fall
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Nonprofit group is fundraising to offer extra learning help to low-income Oakland students and their families for the coming year.Bay Area
Mandate diversity? California bill would ban all-white corporate boards
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A bill in the Legislature aims to require people of color in the boardroom. Some say it’s unconstitutional, others say it is necessary to ensure diversity.Uncategorized
Local Lit | August’s top literary happenings, workshops, and meetups
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Oakland Public Library invites locals to share accounts of life in a pandemic; authors discuss their latest works; and moreArts & Entertainment
A fair amount of things (music, food, movies) to enjoy at the Alameda County Fairgrounds
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Families can still experience drive-in movies, concerts and tasty fair treats every weekend.Arts & Entertainment
Bay City Books: New books from Bay Area authors – August 2020
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This month's new books feature ghosts, a "dreamer", recipes and robots.Around Town
What to watch: Diversity Film Series recommends films about racism and inequality
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Educators -- and families -- can access the vetted films for free via the public library system.Bay Area
