Oakland Arts Focus

Slam poets, hip-hop artists, and local youths raise their voices in poetry that speaks to community, and the everyday issues that they face. Poets from Youth Speaks and local youth organizations will be asked to participate. Five youth poets will raise their voices to empower, teach, and tell it like it is. A 30-minute open mic will also take place to give voice to the Bay Area’s amazingly talented young people.

Friday, July 4, 12 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Fourth of July Celebration

Jack London Square

(510) 814-6000

www.jacklondonsquare.com

Patriotism is the flavor of the day with live music, children’s activities, and spectacular fireworks at dusk.

Saturday- Monday, August 30 - September 1
3rd Annual Art & Soul Festival

Frank H. Ogawa Plaza

(510) 444-CITY

www.artandsouloakland.com

This celebration of Oakland’s arts community will include live performances of music and dance, visual art exhibitions, children’s activities, art vendors, and much more. Free admission.

Chi gallery is a virtual art gallery owned and operated by Corinne Innis, an artist, curator, and filmmaker. Chi gallery began as a small art gallery in downtown Oakland, California on March 4, 2000. In order to reach a wider audience, after two and a half years the gallery was transformed from a storefront to a virtual gallery on the internet. Art may be viewed by appointment. Check it out at www.chigallery.com.