Past Events
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African American Organizations Making Connections 2013
from Saturday, February 23 8:30AM -
Saturday, February 23 3:00PM
Please Join Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson for the 2nd Annual African American Organizations Making Connections 2013 "Strategies and Outcomes for Our Black Community" RSVP here: http://aamakingconnections2013.eventbrite.com/ Free admission/catered lunch Engaging Panel discussions Guest speakers Youth Art Exhibition Vendor/exhibitor pavillion And more! Sponsorship and vendor/exhibitor opportunities available For more information, call (510) 779-3036 or email laniece@lajonesmedia.com Brought to you by Supervisor Keith Caron and the Socially Responsible Network
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Law and the Community: Finding Paths Forward
from Wednesday, January 30 6:00PM -
Wednesday, January 30 7:30PM
Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson and The Bay Area Urban Debate League Invite you to: A Community Forum Law and the Community: Finding Paths Forward RSVP here: http://pathsforward.eventbrite.com/ Click here for a flyer. High school students from the Bay Area Urban Debate League (BAUDL) will debate two contrasting policy proposals about the relationship between law enforcement and the community. The debaters are skilled at presenting multiple facets of complex issues and will provide a 360-degree perspective on the needs of law enforcement and the community. Panelists from law enforcement, social services, education, and community organizations will then respond to the proposals and engage in a robust discussion about how all stakeholders can collaborate to make positive change in our community. --- The debaters from BAUDL have been featured on NPR, in the San Francisco Chronicle and in the Oakland Tribune. The youth dedicate countless hours at evening practices and weekend tournaments, honing their skills of research, advocacy, and the balanced analysis of complex policy issues. They are thoughtful local youth who are grounded in their communities and will inspire you with their intelligence and passion. Read more at http://baudl.org/ Click here to share the event on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/542719239072932/ RSVP here: http://pathsforward.eventbrite.com/
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Oakland District 5 Candidates Forum
from Thursday, October 18 6:00PM -
Thursday, October 18 8:00PM
YOUTH-LED FORUM FOR THE EAST OAKLAND COMMUNITY MEET THE SIX CANDIDATES RUNNING FOR DISTRICT 5 OAKLAND CITY COUNCIL AND SCHOOL BOARD Spanish Translation will be available! THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18th 2012 6:00 - 8:00 PM LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM 2101 35TH Avenue Oakland, CA 94601 Click here for a flyer.
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11th Annual Walk to End Domestic Violence
from Saturday, October 13 8:00AM -
Saturday, October 13 3:00PM
2012 Walk to End Domestic & Teen Dating Violence Lake Merritt 666 Bellevue Avenue Oakland, CA 94610 -Six-Mile Walk -Community Resources Expo -Celebration of Life: A Tribute to Victims and Survivors of Domestic & Teen Dating Violence Honorary Co-Chairmen: Supervisor Keith Carson, Alameda County Board of Supervisors, 5th District David Cook (DJ Davey D.), Hip Hop Radio Personality & Community Activist Goals: Raise and create awareness in the community about the impact domestic violence has in our community; raise awareness amongst teenagers on the emerging trends in teen dating violence; and raise unrestricted funds in support of A Safe Place's programs & services Registration: $25 registration fee for all participants $15 registration fee for participants who are age 13-18 years old. Registration fees can be waived if participants reach specific fundraising goals There is no registration fee for Teams For more information, visit: http://asafeplacedvs.org/walk/index.html
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Celebration of Life Peach March and Rally
from Saturday, September 22 11:00AM -
Saturday, September 22 1:30PM
Join Soldiers Against Violence Everywhere Peace March and Peace Rally 11 am: Cesar Chavez School, 29th and International, Oakland 12:30 pm: Oakland City Hall Guest speakers, spoken word, musical performances and more http://save-oakland.com/
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Downtown Oakland Senior Center Housing Forum
from Friday, August 24 9:00AM -
Friday, August 24 2:00PM
Attend this forum to learn more about options for future housing. Supervisor Carson will give the keynote address in the morning. FREE EVENT Panel topics will include: -Independent living -Continuing Care -Skilled Nursing -Memory Care/Alzheimers -Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (P.A.C.E.) -Village/Concierge -Reverse Mortgage -Protecting Your Assets -Downsizing/Protecting/Preparting Your Home Regsiter by August 15th at (510) 238-3284. Taking public transit is encouraged. Parking will be limited.
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7th Annual Ready to Learn Fun Fair
from Saturday, September 29 10:00AM -
Saturday, September 29 1:00AM
7th Annual Ready to Learn Fun Fair! Saturday, September 29 2012, 10 AM - 1 PM Fruitvale Elementary School 3200 Boston Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602 Now in its seventh year, the Ready to Learn Fun Fair has been a highly valued resource for hundreds of families across Alameda County. The goal of the fair is to promote education at an early age and encourage healthy lifestyles by showcasing community and local government resources for families and children. The Ready to Learn Fun Fair will provide families with information about community, County and State resources that are available to them. In additional to musical performances and a clown show, the popular television character Clifford the Big Red Dog will be in attendance to promote reading as a fun activity. Entrance to the fair is FREE and all children that attend will receive a complimentary book. If you would like to have a table at the fair or have questions, please contact Hannah Greene at (510) 272-6768 or hannah.greene@acgov.org.
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Alameda County Budget Hearings
from Monday, June 18 9:30PM -
Tuesday, June 19 12:30AM
Alameda County Budget Hearings All meetings located at: Board Chambers 1221 Oak Street, 5th Floor Oakland, CA 94612 Monday, June 18, 1:30 pm Opening Comments Health Care Public Assistance Tuesday, June 19, 1:30 pm Public Protection General Government Other Issues/Final Adjustments Wednesday, June 20, 1:30 pm Final Deliberations Friday, June 22, 11 am Final Budget Adoption
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Remembering Our Past, Moving Toward Our Futures
from Wednesday, May 23 8:00AM -
Wednesday, May 23 11:00AM
Culture Keepers of Alternatives in Action at the McClymonds Youth & Family Center in association with Alameda Supervisor Keith Carson and the African American Genealogical Society present ?No Community, No Self. Know Community, Know Self" MAY 23rd, 2012 12PM - 3PM McClymonds High School Auditorium 2607 Myrtle Street, Oakland, CA 94607 Student exhibits & presentations, dance performances, FREE food, games and For more information, contact Ryan Peters at ryannicolepeters@gmail.com The event will feature a lively youth-led showcase of stories, pictures and artistic expressions chronicling the family history of West Oakland youth. Participants include youth from the Alternatives in Action Culture Keepers, a cascading mentorship program that pairs student leaders from McClymonds High School with youth from Hoover Elementary School who are experiencing personal, academic, and behavioral difficulties. Youth from the Alameda County Probation Department Weekend Training Academy (WETA) have also been researching their genealogy and will take part in the program. The student leaders? goal for the event is to educate West Oakland youth about the importance of knowing their family and community history and empower them with the tools and resources to research their own past.
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African American Forum on Alzheimer's Disease
from Friday, May 11 4:30PM -
Friday, May 11 10:30PM
African American Caregiving and Wellness Forum on Alzheimer's Disease and Caregiver Resources This program is put on by the Alzheimer's Association in partnership with the Alameda County Area Agency on Aging, UC Davis Alzheimer?s Disease Center, West Oakland Senior Center and Supervisor Keith Carson. WHAT: The Alzheimer's Association is offering a caregiving and wellness conference to help the community learn more about Alzheimer?s disease and how it is disproportionally affecting the African American community. According to Alzheimer's Association Outreach Specialist Craig Wingate, ?This conference will help our community understand risk factors for Alzheimer's, provide practical caregiving tips and offer individuals the opportunity to get help and support.? In addition to offering caregiver advice and support, experts will discuss Alzheimer's disease basics and explain the correlation between Alzheimer?s andother diseases prevalent in the African American community, including diabetes and heart disease. Attendees will learn how to adopt a healthier lifestyle to lower their likelihood of getting Alzheimer?s and other related diseases. WHY: · Today, 5.4 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease. By 2050, as many as 16 million Americans will have the disease. · There are more than 15 million individuals (1.5 million in CA) providing unpaid care for loved ones with Alzheimer's and other dementias · Many caregivers experience high levels of stress and negative effects on their health, employment, income and financial security · African Americans are 2 times more likely to develop Alzheimer's in comparison to other populations. · Diabetes and heart disease are both prominent in the African American community and increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease. WHEN: Friday, May 11, 2012, 8:30 am ? 2:30 pm WHERE: West Oakland Senior Center, 1724 Adeline Street, Oakland, CA REGISTRATION: Call: (800) 272-3900 or visit: https://www.kintera.org/AutoGen/Register/Register.asp?ievent=1015564&en=fqIGJPPxEcKGJTMzE5LJK4PLIhIGLQNyEgKQJZMGIoKNLROwEhLTIYOxEfLXIdL MEDIA CONTACT: Sarah Towey, Alzheimer's Association Phone: 650.962.8111 Email: sarah.towey@alz.org ABOUT: The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's. For more information, visit www.alz.org.
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Planning and Caring for Aging Loved Ones
from Saturday, April 28 4:30PM -
Saturday, April 28 10:30PM
Join Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson for the: Planning and Caring Forum Saturday, April 28, 2012 8:30 am ? 2:30 pm North Oakland Senior Center 5714 Martin Luther King, Jr Way Oakland, CA FREE Event This event is designed to inform family members and friends about how to best plan and care for an aging parent or loved one. Program: 8:30 am - 9:00 am - Registration 9:00 am - Welcome remarks 9:15 am - 10:45 am - Opening Panel 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - Closing Panel 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm - Free lunch 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm - Workshop 1 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm - Workshop 2 Workshops are to provide information to aging loved ones and caregivers. Each workshop session repeats in both time slots. Workshop Topics · Health Care Reform and Medicare: What it Means for You · Planning the Best Legal and Financial Future · Healthy Living Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Please register for the event at: http://planningandcaringoakland.eventbrite.com/ For more information, please call Aisha Brown at (510) 272-6686 or email aisha.brown@acgov.org. Sponsors: Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson Alameda Alliance for Health Kaiser Permanente
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Women Trailblazers 2012
from Thursday, March 29 1:30AM -
Thursday, March 29 3:30AM
Join me as we celebrate Women's History Month Honoring trailblazers in the field of public safety: Debra R. Pryor, Fire Chief, City of Berkeley Teresa Deloach Reed, Fire Chief, City of Oakland Nancy E. O'Malley, District Attorney, Alameda County Light refreshments will be served Enjoy Live music! Please contact Amy Shrago for more information: (510) 272-6685 or amy.shrago@acgov.org RSVP for the event at: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3092191829
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Annual Holiday Party & Food Drive
from Thursday, December 15 1:00AM -
Thursday, December 15 4:00AM
Everett & Jones BBQ 126 Broadway, Oakland Thursday, December 15th, from 5pm to 8pm Please join us at our annual holiday party and food drive! Free! Light Refreshments will be served. Please bring canned goods for donation.
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