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Calendar of Events July 2004 July 1 ~ July 31 National Recreation & Parks Month Come Play the OPR Way! Join the City of Oakland, Office of Parks and Recreation (OPR) in a month long celebration which begins with a special information fair, open house and ribbon cutting ceremony in honor of National Recreation & Parks Month; followed by a special event every day of the month at participating community and recreation centers, beginning July 1 and ending July 31, 2004. Participating Community and Recreation Centers
For more info please call (510) 238-7275 July 1 ~ August 29 Henry J. Kaiser: Think Big Exhibition on the life and times of Henry J. Kaiser (1882 - 1967), one of the most influential individuals in modern California. The exhibition surveys the global reach of his industrial ventures, building the great dams of the West, shipbuilding, automobile and transportation projects, and America’s largest not-for-profit health care system, Kaiser Permanente, and his impact on the modern economic and cultural landscape. The Henry J. Kaiser exhibit is on view from March 1 through August 29, 2004 and is included with museum admission fees. Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street Info: (510) 238-2200, www.museumca.org July 1 ~ November 28 In Our Own Voice: The Making of a Korean Community Installation in the History Gallery commemorates 100 years of Korean immigration to the United States. Photographs, artifacts and oral histories explore Korean heritage, culture and immigration experience. Organized by the museum and members of the East Bay Korean community. On view through Nov. 28, 2004. Included with museum admission. Oakland Museum of California, Museum Gardens Info: (510) 238-2200, www.museumca.org July 2 National Recreation & Parks Month Informative Booths in the Plaza & Open House at the Dalziel Building In commemoration of National Recreation and Parks Month, the Oakland Parks & Recreation department will exhibit a variety of our community programs, host informative booths, and provide interactive games at Frank H. Ogawa Plaza on Friday, July 2, 2004 from 11:00 am ~ 2:00 pm. The open house and official ribbon cutting ceremony will be presided over by the City Manager Deborah Edgerly and Parks & Recreation Director Audree Jones-Taylor at 1:30 pm at 250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Suite 3330 in Oakland. We welcome everyone to visit our new offices located at the Dalziel Building. Come check out the latest boating and marine sports offered through the Lake Merritt Boating Center and Jack London Aquatics Center, enjoy a friendly game of Ping Pong or Bid Whist or create original works of art with Studio One Art Center. On hand will be Parks staff eager to answer your questions about our wide variety of programs, parks, and facilities. Frank H. Ogawa Plaza (across from City Hall) Dalziel Building, 250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Suite #3330 Info: (510) 238-7275 July 4 Family Sundays Bring a picnic and enjoy mansion tours. On select Sundays entertainment will be provided at 1:15 and 2:15pm. Admission is $5 for adults and $4 for seniors and youth. Children 13 and under are free. Dunsmuir Historic Estates Info: (510) 615-555, www.dunsmuir.org July 4 4th of July Band Concert The 93rd Concert Season of the Oakland Municipal Band will present a special July 4th concert, "All Sparkling, Red White & Blue" in Lakeside Park under the direction of Dwight LaRue Hall, Musical Director and Conductor. This great tradition of thirty-five musicians offers a delightful afternoon of fine music. Please bring family and friends along with a blanket or lawn chairs to the bandstand in Lakeside Park on the shores of Lake Merritt. Picnics and flag waving are encouraged. 1:00 pm Edoff Bandstand, Lakeside Park at Lake Merritt Info: (510) 339-2818 July 4 Fourth of July Stroll-A-Thon Decorate your wagon or stroller and win a prize! Proceeds will benefit restoration of the Carriage House. Please call 510.615.5555 ext. 5 to sign up and for more information. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 seniors (62+) and juniors (14-16). Children 13 and under are free. 10:00 am ~ 11:00 am Dunsmuir Historic Estates Info: (510) 615-555, www.dunsmuir.org July 9 ~ 11 Pacific Fine Arts Festival Fine Art Festival featuring paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, graphics, and jewelry. A number of Arts and Crafts Festivals are also produced where, in addition to fine art, handmade clothing, leather goods, wooden toys, country items, and dried flowers can be found. Montclair Village www.pacificfinearts.com July 10 Scottish Highland Games Enjoy traditional Celtic music, athletic competition, Scottish Country Irish Step Dancing, Clan displays, and living history reenactments, children's activities, authentic Scottish foods, craft vendors and more bagpipes and kilts than you can shake a caber at. Dunsmuir Historic Estates Info: (510) 615-555, www.dunsmuir.org June 10 & 11 and 24 & 25 Family Sundown Safari Come enjoy a fun, educational experience in the unique and natural environment of The Oakland Zoo! You and your family will spend an evening with the animals and camp out in the Zoo meadow overnight. Reservations required. For fees, reservations and more information please call the Oakland Zoo. 6:00 pm ~ 10:00 am Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Road (510) 632-9525 ext. 100, www.oaklandzoo.org July 11 Edoff Bandstand Summer Concert The 93rd Concert Season of the Oakland Municipal Band will present a special concert, "Broadway On Display" in Lakeside Park. This great tradition of thirty-five musicians offers a delightful afternoon of fine music. Please bring family and friends along with a blanket or lawn chairs to the bandstand in Lakeside Park on the shores of Lake Merritt. Picnics and flag waving are encouraged. 1:00 pm Edoff Bandstand, Lakeside Park at Lake Merritt Info: (510) 339-2818 July 17 Oakland Street Peace Festival Enjoy positive music, inspirational words and information, healthy foods, and family for the mind ,body and soul! 12:00 pm ~ 5:00 pm Lakeside Park, Bandstand Area Info: (510) 763-6304 July 16 Old Oakland Outdoor Cinema, featuring - "Field of Dreams" Come out under the stars and dream with Kevin Costner in a "Field of Dreams". Free admission 8:00 pm Washington between 9th & 10th Streets (510) 238-4734, www.filmoakland.com July 18 Family Explorations! Fantastic Photography Fun Explore the magic of photography. Look through a camera obscura and see your world upside down. Make your own pinhole camera to take a mysterious picture. Learn how our eyes work like cameras. To experience the magic, sign up for workshop sessions when you arrive at the museum. Workshops at noon, 1:30, and 3 p.m. Included with museum admission. 12:00 pm ~ 4:00 pm Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street Info: (510) 238-2200, www.museumca.org July 18 Edoff Bandstand Summer Concert The 93rd Concert Season of the Oakland Municipal Band will present a special concert, "All America Day" in Lakeside Park. This great tradition of thirty-five musicians offers a delightful afternoon of fine music. Please bring family and friends along with a blanket or lawn chairs to the bandstand in Lakeside Park on the shores of Lake Merritt. Picnics and flag waving are encouraged. 1:00 pm Edoff Bandstand, Lakeside Park at Lake Merritt Info: (510) 339-2818 July 24 Gospel Music Awards Henry J Kaiser Convention Center Info: (510) 238-7765, www.hjkevents.com July 25 Edoff Bandstand Summer Concert The 93rd Concert Season of the Oakland Municipal Band will present a special concert, "The Band Swings" in Lakeside Park. This great tradition of thirty-five musicians offers a delightful afternoon of fine music. Please bring family and friends along with a blanket or lawn chairs to the bandstand in Lakeside Park on the shores of Lake Merritt. Picnics and flag waving are encouraged. 1:00 pm Edoff Bandstand, Lakeside Park at Lake Merritt Info: (510) 339-2818 July 26 ~ 30 Oakland A's Summer Camp Oakland A's will be holding a youth baseball camp for ages 8-12 July 26-30 at the Caldecott Tunnel Fields in Oakland. Info: (510) 528-4756, Oakland A's Youth Camp July 31 National Recreation & Parks Month It’s an Elegant Affair and Reception The City of Oakland, Office of Parks and Recreation will be hosting a delightful Intimate Evening of Celebration of the departments’ new beginnings. The event will held at the Jack London Aquatics Center (JLAC) located at 115 Embarcadero West in Oakland on Saturday, July 31, 2004 from 5:00 pm ~ 9:00 pm. Please save the date -- come and join us to celebrate National Parks and Recreation month. The reception is to share the vision of the Office of Parks & Recreation and to engage the community in Recapturing the Rich Legacy of Oakland Parks and Recreation Through People, Parks and Programs. Celebrate with the City of Oakland and Discover the Benefits of Parks and Recreation! For more information on how you can get involved or sponsor our celebration and/or events, contact (510) 238-7275. Jack London Aquatics Center (JLAC) 115 Embarcadero West in Oakland 5:00 pm ~ 9:00 pm Info: (510) 238-7275 July 31 ~ August 1 Black Expo 2004 Oakland Convention Center, 10th & Broadway Info: (510) 839-0690 |
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