Oaktown Weekly | Issue #006

Get pumped for the last weekend in June, which means… SF Pride.

The nation’s largest Pride Parade (probably, right?), SF Pride Parade is set to return to Market St. this Sunday (6/29) for the 55th time. So, if you’re planning on driving into the city this weekend, try getting cozy on Bart.

But SF isn’t having all the fun this weekend. Here’s a look at this week’s issue:

• Oakland Roots FC take of the Coliseum this weekend

• Where to roller skate outside all summer long

• Standard Deviant brewery puts Pier 70 in the map

Your Weekend Lineup

Each week, we bring you a curated list of events for families, couples, and everyone in-between. Got an event you’d like to promote? Send us a reply.

1. Little Farm in Tilden Turns 70!

When: Sunday (6/30) 10am - 1pm
Where: Tilden Regional Park

I don’t know what’s harder to believe, this little farm’s been kicking for SEVEN decades, or that the ducks haven’t unionized yet. It is Berkeley. Either way, this is sure fire hit with kids shorter than a goat. See Details →

2. Oakland Roots FC vs. Monterey Bay FC at the Coliseum

When: Saturday (6/28) at 7pm
Where: Oakland Coliseum

The Coliseum is staying busy. Few weeks ago it was professional cricket, this weekend it’s soccer. Come see Oakland Roots FC take on Monterey Bay FC Saturday night. Tickets here →

3. Earth, Wind, and Fire set to serenade the Greek

When: Friday (6/27) 8pm Show
Where: Berkeley Greek Theater

We’re still a ways out from the 21st of September, but this weekend you’ll get your chance to dance like it’s the end of summer. While many of the original members are no longer with us (RIP), Verdine White is still holding it down. See tickets → 

4. Liberation Park is Rolling - Every Saturday this Summer

When: Every Saturday, 3-6pm
Where: Liberation Park, 7101 Foothill Blvd. (Corner of MacArthur/Foothill/73rd Ave)

It’s summer. The skaters are out. Someone brought a boombox. You already know the vibes. Join the crew every Saturday (weather permitting) at the Umoja outdoor skating rink in Liberation Park. See details →

5. Jack London Farmer’s Market - Every Sunday

When: Every Sunday, 11am - 4pm
Where: Jack London Waterfront

Listen you don’t need to convince me to go to a Farmer’s Market. I’m an addict. But through in the waterfront vibes, the oldest bar in all of Oakland, and the best consignment store in the East Bay, you’ve got a Sunday.

Let us know what you thought of this issues events? Something you wished we would have shared? Send a reply with your thoughts.

Best Stories from The Bay

The local stories you may have missed this week:

• Two Bay Area Beaches made the cut for Best Beach in the US

• Standard Deviant opened a taproom on Pier 70 and everyone suddenly cares about Pier 70.

• The borderline spiritual review of Wu-Tang’s last Bay Area concert

Town Bizness

If it’s not clocking to you, that this swimmer is standing on business, get caught up.

That’s a wrap. Go get some sun this weekend.

See you out there,

-Kolby
Oaktown Weekly