Oakland ~ The City of Oakland, Office of Parks and Recreation (OPR) would like to announce and invite everyone to attend the celebration and showcase of talented Oakland youth who participate in OPR activities on Friday, April 16, 2004 from 12:00 p.m. ~ 1:00 p.m. at Frank H. Ogawa Plaza (in front of City Hall).

There will be a variety of presentations, table tennis demonstrations, an art display by Studio One Arts Center and so much more. Including a ping pong paddle giveaway for the first 80 participants who attend the event (on a first come, first serve basis).

Presentations & Entertainment

• Afro-Haitian Dancing
  
• Brazilian Capoeira
  
• Chinese Dragon Dancing
  
• Taiko Drumming
  
• Traditional Chinese Dancing
  
• Youth Poetry Workshop

This event is a collaboration with participating recreation and community centers, citywide programs and the department to promote leisurely activities and recreational opportunities for youths and families in Oakland.

For more information please contact the Office of Parks and Recreation at (510) 238-3896.

For Immediate Release