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HBCU Pop Up Tour at Oakland High School

November 10, 2022 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

November 10, 2022 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Come to Oakland High School to meet HBCU representatives and local employers. Take this time to meet with HBCU College recruiters.

All students will meet and connect with various Historical Black Colleges & Universities recruiters and receive on-the-spot college admission.

CelebrateFamily.us Best Bet: Bring unofficial copies of your high school transcripts.

First segment — Local students will have the opportunity to enjoy a Greek Step-Show that will showcase various Divine 9 Greek organizations. Following the step-show, all students will have opportunity to participate in our live HBCU Hangout Panel Series that will include special guest speakers and successful HBCU Alumni.

Second segment — All students will meet and connect with various Historical Black Colleges & Universities recruiters and receive on-the-spot college admission. Local companies and businesses will conduct interviews to hire-on-the-spot as well.

The HBCU Pop-Up Tour has revolutionized how students receive insight on college scholarships, financial aid and the overall HBCU experience!

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November 10, 2022 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

$5
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Oakland High School

1023 MacArthur Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94610 United States + Google Map

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San Leandro Historical Railway Society – Open House

October 1, 2022 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

The San Leandro Historical Railway Society (SLHRS) operates in the San Leandro depot built in 1898 by the Southern Pacific Railroad.

The SLHRS has public hours two days a week:
Tuesdays, 7:30pm – 9:00pm
Saturdays, 9 am – 1pm.

The SLHRS has programs for many age levels; novice (ages 6 through 13), student (ages 14 through 18), and general membership. Our novice program requires parental or adult supervision.

Admission is free and donations are welcome.

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October 1, 2022 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Free
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San Leandro Historical Railway Society

1302 Orchard Ave
San Leandro, CA 94577 United States + Google Map

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10 Things to Know About the White Elephant Sale

Here are at least 10 things to know about the sale to help you have a great day at the White Elephant Sale.

The OMCA White Elephant sale is Jan 28, 2024 (Preview), Jan 31 – Feb 24, 2024 ($5 admission, 10% surcharge on purchase total) and March 2-3, 2024 (Blow Out Sale).  Here are at least 10 things to know about the sale to help you have a great day.

10 Things to Know About the Oakland White Elephant Sale

  1. There are two locations to check your purchases so that you do not have to hold your stuff all day.
  2. Bring a large shopping bag to hold your items as you shop.
  3. Make a list of the items you want (in priority order).
  4. Set yourself a budget.
  5. If you expect to try on clothing, wear a sports bra and workout shorts to make it easier to change. There are no changing rooms.
  6. Bring a bottle of water.
  7. Food is available for purchase outside the sale.
  8. No cash is accepted just debit and credit cards.
  9. Check the map online. Familiarize yourself with the departments.
  10. The warehouse is 96,000 square feet.
  11. There is a free shuttle to the Fruitvale Bart Station. Parking lots are nearby.
  12. People will begin lining up for the Preview sale at 3 am.

Known community wide as a not-to-be-missed event, the legendary White Elephant Sale has become a destination for both collectors and bargain hunters. With all sale proceeds benefiting the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA), shoppers can take pride in knowing that their purchases help support OMCA educational programs, galleries, collections, exhibits and more.

So mark your calendars, come early, wear comfortable shoes and see for yourself why the White Elephant Sale has become Northern California’s biggest and best rummage sale.

To get a head start on shopping, click here to see representative examples of what’s available in each department and to print a copy of the warehouse map.

White Elephant Preview Sale

A must for serious shoppers – is Sunday, January 28, 2024. Tickets to the Preview Day are $40.  There will still be more items for sale the first weekend in March.  Tickets go on sale December 15, 2023 at 8 am.

White Elephant Sale Public Sale Dates

$5 admission for the February dates, plus a 10% surcharge on the purchase totals. Exact dates are January 31-February 3; February 7-10, 14-17, 19, 22-24, 2024. Tickets go on sale on December 20, 2023.

Is the February White Elephant Sale still a deal? Absolutely yes! You will be shopping just after the serious shoppers, so there will be lots of merchandise to choose from.

If you don’t need to be first in line to treasure hunt, don’t like crowds, the best selection, or are spending less than $350, then the first days of the February sale should work well for you.

The March Weekend Sale – March 2-3, 2024

March 2-3, 2024. Free admission and 50%-75% off most items on Sunday. 96,000 square feet of shopping bliss! Tickets are free and go on sale on December 20, 2023.

Clothing for everyone in the family plus wedding dresses, prom wear, and tuxedos. Sporting goods, art pieces, holiday cards, and electronics. Kitchen goods, jewelry, shoes, furniture, garden and patio.

CelebrateFamily.us Best Bet: Put the Preview Sale on your calendar! It is the last Sunday in January. Tickets are available online and the shopping is FANTASTIC!

Did you know that the Oakland Museum of California has great exhibits and family fun all year round? Check out the site for more info and subscribe to the newsletter for up-to-date information about happenings and events. [LINK]

White Elephant Sale Parking

There are two White Elephant Sale parking lots located under the 880 freeway. parking is free and the lots close 1 hour after the sale ends for the day.
Street parking is limited.  There is also a free shuttle to the Fruitvale Bart Station.

White Elephant Sale Tickets

Tickets for the White Elephant Sale are sold on the WES website [LINK]. Tickets make a great Christmas/Birthday/Holiday present.

White Elephant Sale Location

White Elephant Sale Warehouse, 333 Lancaster Street, Oakland
Look for the line and the giant white elephant. 

Food and drinks are available for sale outside the warehouse.

Should You Bring Kids to the White Elephant Sale?

Kids 12 and over can go to the Public Sales Days ($5 tickets). Kids of all ages can go to the free March Blow Out Sale (March 2-3, 2024). I brought my kids to try on clothes (jeans, tops, special occasion dresses). Otherwise, you may want to leave them at home. The sale is very crowded, there is no stroller parking, and the aisles are very narrow.

So What’s In the Image?

A quick collage of some of the items at the White Elephant Sale over the years. Wedding Dress $25 (get prom dresses for $20 each!). Miscellaneous kitchen gadgets are $10, a box of medical scrubs, a jewelry chest $30, and cookie cutters and stamps $.75 each.

My most favorite find? An Elna Quilting Sewing Machine for $105.

2021 Bay Area International Children’s Film Festival | Online

Bay Area International Children’s Film Festival (BAICFF for short!) will be online for 2021 running from July 22 – 25, 2021 in partnership with The Festival of Curiosity of Dublin Ireland and will be held virtually.  [LINK]

BAICFF Tickets:

The theme for 2021 is “Playdate for the Imagination,” and will include speakers from Pixar and presentations by the Walt Disney Family Museum, and Berkeley City College.

It will be a family affair with events, workshops and movies scheduled from Friday night to Saturday afternoon.

Some of the events will be live via streaming so check your tickets.

This year, BAICFF celebrates with special celebrations and programs, along with animated, live action, shorts and feature-length films, special presentations, and Q&A sessions with award winning guest filmmakers.

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Oakland Museum of California – Free Admission

The first Sunday of each month admission to the Oakland Museum of California.  Admission to special exhibits is also reduced. On every first Sunday of the month, enjoy admission to OMCA with a suggested donation of $5 for general admission.

Admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to capacity restrictions, admission is not guaranteed.

Suggested donation is $5. There is an additional $5 fee for access to special exhibitions.

Other Special Events at the Oakland Museum of California

Free the first full weekend of each month courtesy of Bank of America Museums on Us. Free admission requires Photo ID with valid Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank (US Trust) credit or debit card must be presented.

Friday Nights at OMCA – Friday Nights at OMCA, bringing you after-hours gallery access, DJ sets from the Bay Area’s finest, family-friendly drop-in activities, and more!

Museum Description: The mission of the Oakland Museum of California is to inspire all Californians to create a more vibrant future for themselves and their communities. The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) is one of the top-rated Bay Area museums to explore California art, history, and natural sciences. Recognized as one of the best things to do with kids in Oakland or the entire San Francisco Bay Area with kids, we’re really for everyone from serious museum buffs to international visitors. Source: Oakland Museum of California

Holiday Reminder: Free admission days will sometimes coincide with holidays (New Year’s Day, 4th of July) always confirm with the museum/attraction that it will be open.