Black Love is an art exhibition which focuses on the beauty of the Black experience that you, oftentimes, do not hear of or see within the context of everyday life. This exhibit will display the art of the Bay Area’s Black community which brings together various aspects, from visual artist to performing artists, entrepreneurs, and […]
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Talk to Brother Malcolm, Opening Reception, Fri. 7/1, 6p-9p
Posted by oakstop | Events, Exhibits, Oakland | June 30, 2016Please join us on First Friday for the opening of Talk To Brother Malcolm, a group exhibition juxtaposing visual art with Malcolm X quotes to spark dialogue about the timelessness and global relevance of his legacy. Malcolm’s words are featured prominently throughout the exhibit to draw attention to the artistic quality of his diction and […]
Read MoreBAOBOB: The East Bay’s New Black Business Directory
Posted by oakstop | Oakland, Oakstop Members, Press | May 10, 2016As featured in the East Bay Express… In the battle for Black livelihood, Oakstop member, YaVette Holts is leading the economic front. The massage therapist — and founder of Cowrie Village, a non-profit with programs that encourage alternatives to traditional monetary exchanges — wants to create the financial infrastructure that the movement can turn to […]
Read MoreSelf Love First, Artist Talk, Fri. 5/6, 6p-9p
Posted by oakstop | Events, Exhibits, Oakland | May 03, 2016Join us this First Friday for an artist talk with Brette Sims, speaking about her exhibit, Self Love First, and how her body of work is inspired by experiences with self empowerment, feminism, and spiritual healing. All of Brette Sims’ collections are infused with a journey of self-love evolution, at varying levels, and a message […]
Read MoreSelf Love First, Opening Reception, Fri. 4/1, 6p-9p
Posted by oakstop | Events, Exhibits, Oakland | March 28, 2016Please join us for the opening of Self Love First, a solo exhibition by Brette Sims of paintings and illustrations propelling the message that love is a state of being. All of Brette Sims’ collections are infused with a journey of self-love evolution, at varying levels, and a message of evolving in presence. Love is […]
Read MoreAstral Echo: Exhibit Closing, Fri. 3/4, 6p-9p
Posted by oakstop | Events, Exhibits, Oakland | February 25, 2016Join us on First Friday as we celebrate the closing of the Astral Echo exhibit by Ras Amlak. ///Event Schedule/// 6:00pm – Dubwise music with Peter Lionheart of Inner Standing Sound & Raz Cazares of Raz Tek Rootz 7:00pm – Artist Talk + Q&A 8:00om – Music + Mingling Astral Echo also explores the connections between […]
Read MoreDialogue Through Film: Thursday Screenings, 6p – 9p
Posted by oakstop | Nonworking | February 25, 2016Oakstop member, Free Brown, is hosting this amazing screening series of black films EVERY THURSDAY for the month of march, including films such as Claudine, The Sppok Who Sat By The Door, Where is Hope?, Pariah, and Not For Sale… these films are NOT TO BE MISSED March Dialogue Through Film Series: A response to […]
Read MoreTHRIVE East Bay, Sun. 2/28, 4p-6p
Posted by oakstop | Events, Oakland, Oakstop Members | February 25, 2016Thrive East Bay is a purpose-driven community for people of all ages and backgrounds who are committed to transforming our lives, the places we live, and the world. They regularly host their monthly Sunday community event at Oakstop, which serves as perfect backdrop for for their uplifting gatherings. Dear Friends, Join Thrive East Bay […]
Read MoreCupcake Kickstarter Launch Party, Fri. 2/26, 6p-10p
Posted by oakstop | Events, Oakland, Oakstop Members | February 25, 2016We’re proud to announce that Oakstop will be hosting a Kickstarter launch party for James & The Giant Cupcake tomorrow night in the Telegraph Gallery from 6p-10p. There will be music, drinks, sprinkles, and of course… cupcakes 🙂 After 5 years in business at their North Oakland location they are now opening up their second […]
Read MoreThrive East Bay, Sun. Oct 4th, 10:30a – 12p
Posted by oakstop | Events, Oakland | October 02, 2015Please join us for the official launch of Thrive East Bay on Sunday, October 4th! Thrive East Bay is a purpose-driven community for people of all ages and backgrounds who are committed to transforming our lives, communities, and world. As an alternative to church and other faith community models, we are creating a 21st century […]
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