Online Bidding Runs February 24 thru March 7

The Peralta Elementary Annual Auction is the school’s largest fundraiser of the year, with a goal of raising $40,000 to support programs that directly benefit students. As Oakland Unified School District faces ongoing budget pressures, funds raised through the auction help pay for teachers’ aides, music and garden education, physical education, field trips, classroom supplies, and other resources that are not always fully covered by district funding.

Peralta is inviting the broader community to show support and participate in the online auction featuring a wide range of donated items from local businesses and families. Bidders can browse offerings that include family-friendly experiences, gift cards to local restaurants and shops, kids’ activities, classes, and one-of-a-kind experiences that reflect the creativity of the Peralta community and its supporters. Items include: 

• A weekend family pass at the Claremont Resort and Spa

• Warriors tickets and a signed Steph Curry jersey! 

• Gift certificates from Oaktown Spice, Bird & Bean, Zachary’s, Asmara restaurant, Leslie Evers and so many other wonderful neighborhood establishments

Organized by the Peralta Parent Teacher Group, a certified nonprofit run by parent volunteers, the auction transforms local generosity into direct classroom support. For businesses, donating items is a way to support neighborhood families while reaching new customers. For bidders, it’s a chance to get something meaningful while investing in public education.

Saturday, March 7, from 11am to 5pm
5510 College Avenue

SLATE Contemporary Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of a new gallery at 5510 College Avenue, in the heart of the Rockridge neighborhood in Oakland in early March. The public is warmly invited to celebrate the Grand Opening event on Saturday, March 7, from 11am to 5pm.

The space will launch with a group show featuring works by eleven artists from the gallery’s roster titled A New Day, and will be open five days a week, Tuesday-Saturday from 11 to 5pm.

SLATE will also maintain an Annex at 473 25th Street in the same building where they have been based since 2011.

Live Auction: Sat., March 14, 6-11pm, Online Auction: March 1-13
6686 Chabot Rd.

The Chabot Auction & Gala is our chance to come together as a community—to celebrate, connect, dance, and raise vital funds for the school. This much-anticipated event includes two exciting parts:

The Online Auction runs from March 1–13 and offers something for everyone. Bid on everything from homemade treats and one-of-a-kind experiences to gift cards for favorite Oakland restaurants and local retailers.

The Live Auction & Masquerade Gala takes place on Saturday, March 14, from 6–11pm. This adults-only evening features dinner, drinks, music, dancing, and a live auction with truly special items.

The Auction & Gala provides critical funding for resources that would not exist without community support. This includes enrichment classes such as art, library, music, and science lab; direct student supports and specialists; psychologists; equity and inclusion programming; and more.

Slip on your mask and step into a world of intrigue, generosity, and community. Whether you’re placing secret bids from home or joining us in person for a night of masked merriment, every bid and every ticket helps fund essential programs and enrich the educational experience for our students — show how a little mystery can lead to meaningful impact.

Thursday, April 9, 7pm
Rockridge Library conference room

You’re invited to the bi-monthly meeting of the Greater Rockridge Neighborhood Crime Prevention Council. Join neighbors for brief updates from Community Resource Officers and an open discussion about local safety and crime concerns. Prefer to attend from home? You’re welcome to join the meeting on Zoom—connection details are listed in the “Next NCPC Meeting” column on the front page of rockridgencpc.com. Be part of the conversation.

Saturday, April 25
Pedal for Public Schools at the 18th Annual Ride 4 A Reason.

What began in 2009 with four parents riding from Oakland Tech to the State Capitol has raised more than $2 million for Oakland and Alameda schools. On Saturday, April 25, cyclists of all levels can choose 110-, 68-, or 45-mile routes ending in Sacramento, plus a virtual option. Last year, 325 riders raised $225,000, benefiting 12 schools. R4R prioritizes campuses serving historically marginalized communities and equitably directs funds for essential programs and staff. Riders commit to raising $250 toward a $200,000 goal. Learn more at r4rschools.org.