Food & Drink
Books
Local Lit | August 2026
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Authors of poetry, fiction and non-fiction appear around the Bay Area this month.Oakland
Half-acre wildfire knocked down near Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland Hills
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50 firefighters were called out to the blaze whose origin was difficult to locate. Fortunately, the lack of wind made it easier to contain.Arts & Entertainment
Oaklandish hosts annual Fairyland for Grownups (21+) benefit at Children’s Fairyland
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The Aug. 14 fundraiser helps keep the local amusement park affordable for all families with young children.
Around Town
Sturgeon Moon Eclipse and more | The Exedra’s Monthly Almanac for August 2026
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Look for the year's best Perseid meteor shower -- and the steepest slide toward autumn, as Piedmont loses more than an hour of daylight over the month.crime
Where to find a Cop on the Block in August
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The police department's casual meet and greets continue.
City
The Blotter | Man found rummaging through trash
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Plus, report of a high school break-in, and stolen and abandoned vehicles.Food & Drink
