BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//BAR | Bay Area Registry - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bayarearegistry.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for BAR | Bay Area Registry REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T110454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T141131Z UID:10010109-1770994800-1771002000@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Black Anime DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month with anime showings that showcase themes relevant to Black culture and the Black experience. Showings include The Boondocks\, Black Samurai\, Yasuke\, Neo Yokio and much more. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/black-anime-2/ LOCATION:Oakland Public Library: 81st Avenue Branch\, 1021 81st Ave\, Oakland\, 94621\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Oakland,Performing Arts,Theater + Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/imgi_1_PiggybankpaintingPinturadehucha-e1769939138292.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T010000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T151045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T141022Z UID:10010152-1770944400-1770944400@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Want Black History at Work? We Can Help With That. DESCRIPTION:A virtual session exploring how Black history and culture can be shared at work through\, professional programming. \nOrganizations across the country are navigating how to offer meaningful cultural and historical learning experiences at work. Even as language and approaches evolve\, the need for understanding\, context\, and connection has not gone away. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/want-black-history-at-work-we-can-help-with-that/2026-02-13/ LOCATION:[ Virtual ]\, CA CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Community,Conversations + Speakers + Conferences,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1175867373_613551685753_1_original-e1769958637961.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T203000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260203T063829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T050426Z UID:10010191-1770928200-1770928200@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Tyreek McDole Quintet DESCRIPTION:Winner of the 2023 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition\, Florida-reared vocalist Tyreek McDole returns to the Joe Henderson Lab with his quintet following his masterful San Francisco Jazz Festival performance. With his rich baritone and a mastery of the Great American Songbook\, McDole has earned his reputation as “a standout in the next generation of great jazz singers” (WBGO). \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/tyreek-mcdole-quintet/2026-02-12/2/ LOCATION:SFJAZZ\, 201 Franklin Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Live Music,Performing Arts,San Francisco + South SF Area ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/imgi_13_hero_tyreekmcdole-e1770100627693.jpeg GEO:37.776395;-122.421554 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=SFJAZZ 201 Franklin Street San Francisco CA 94102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=201 Franklin Street:geo:-122.421554,37.776395 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260203T063829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T050426Z UID:10010190-1770922800-1770922800@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Tyreek McDole Quintet DESCRIPTION:Winner of the 2023 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition\, Florida-reared vocalist Tyreek McDole returns to the Joe Henderson Lab with his quintet following his masterful San Francisco Jazz Festival performance. With his rich baritone and a mastery of the Great American Songbook\, McDole has earned his reputation as “a standout in the next generation of great jazz singers” (WBGO). \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/tyreek-mcdole-quintet/2026-02-12/1/ LOCATION:SFJAZZ\, 201 Franklin Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Live Music,Performing Arts,San Francisco + South SF Area ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/imgi_13_hero_tyreekmcdole-e1770100627693.jpeg GEO:37.776395;-122.421554 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=SFJAZZ 201 Franklin Street San Francisco CA 94102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=201 Franklin Street:geo:-122.421554,37.776395 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T183000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T103954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T131442Z UID:10010108-1770832800-1770834600@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Prospect Band Performance: Oakland School for the Arts DESCRIPTION:Prospect is a genre-bending band of young musicians from Oakland School for the Arts\, blending Hip Hop\, jazz fusion\, soul\, and R&B into a sound that’s both timeless and boldly new. The band features a powerhouse lineup of young musicians\, including Grammy winners Tommy Shepherd (vocals/sax/EWI) and Kali de Jesus (vocals/sax)\, Dame Taylor (drums)\, and Kingston Melancon (violin/bass). \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/prospect-band-performance-oakland-school-for-the-arts/ LOCATION:Oakland Public Library: Dimond Branch\, 3565 Fruitvale Ave\, Oakland\, 94602\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/008-1-1180x885-1-e1769942386228.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T103430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T131447Z UID:10010107-1770831000-1770836400@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:DIY: Black Culture Bookmark Making DESCRIPTION:Join us for small-scale collaging at this Black-themed make-your-own-bookmarks session. \nBring: Your vision\, creativity and\, if you like\, wallet sized photos or images of you favorite Black heroes or family members. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/diy-black-culture-bookmark-making/ LOCATION:Golden Gate Branch : Oakland Public Library\, 5606 San Pablo Ave\, Oakland\, CA\, 94608\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Oakland,Visual Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/DIYBlackCultureBookmarkMakingWeb760x230px-e1769942060439.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T102706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T131436Z UID:10010106-1770825600-1770829200@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Piece by Piece: Celebrating African American Contemporary Art DESCRIPTION:Is a hands-on visual arts workshop that introduces participants to influential African American contemporary artists while encouraging creative interpretation through paper mosaic techniques. Participants will observe iconic works by selected artists and reconstruct visual elements using color\, texture\, and pattern—learning how storytelling\, identity\, and culture are embedded in contemporary art practices. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/piece-by-piece-celebrating-african-american-contemporary-art-2/ LOCATION:Oakland Public Library: Dimond Branch\, 3565 Fruitvale Ave\, Oakland\, 94602\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Oakland,Visual Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CompressJPEG.Online_img1281x720-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T102027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T131422Z UID:10010105-1770742800-1770750000@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Fashion\, Faith & Fearlessness Library Movie Night: The Gospel According to André DESCRIPTION:Explore Black fashion\, culture\, and creativity in this special screening of The Gospel According to André. The documentary follows André Leon Talley’s journey from the segregated South to the heights of the fashion world\, highlighting his influence\, individuality\, and lasting impact. André Leon Talley was a trailblazing fashion editor\, writer\, and cultural icon who broke barriers as one of the first prominent Black voices in high fashion media. Join us for an inspiring evening of film and conversation. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/fashion-faith-fearlessness-library-movie-night-the-gospel-according-to-andre/ LOCATION:Oakland Public Library: Elmhurst Branch\, 1427 88th Ave\, Oakland\, 94621\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Community,East Bay,Oakland,Performing Arts,Theater + Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CompressJPEG.Online_img1281x720-2-e1769941217165.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T121500 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T080516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T131416Z UID:10010087-1770723000-1770725700@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Afro-Urban Beats For Children and Caregivers DESCRIPTION:Afro-Urban Beats: Miss Kanukai leads this fun dance workshop for children and their caregivers. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes that will stay on (Crocs are not recommended). \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/afro-urban-beats-for-children-and-caregivers/ LOCATION:Oakland Public Library: Elmhurst Branch\, 1427 88th Ave\, Oakland\, 94621\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Community,Dance,East Bay,Oakland,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CompressJPEG.Online_img1280x720-e1769933105380.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260202T064520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T092611Z UID:10010164-1770681600-1771199999@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Black Comedy Competition & Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:Since 1987 the Bay Area Black Comedy Competition & Festival has helped define and refine the homegrown art form which has become America’s most popular brand of stand up comedy. ​One of only a few major launching pads for many of the nation’s biggest stars\, the BABCCF remains on the cutting edge of urban comedy\, perpetually in search of comedy’s next breakout star. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/black-comedy-competition-festival-2026/ LOCATION:Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts\, 10 10th Street\, Oakland\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Comedy,East Bay,Oakland,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Black-Comedy-Competition-Festival-2026-e1770014698219.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T183000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T083059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T140341Z UID:10010095-1770647400-1770661800@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Afrofuturism On-Screen DESCRIPTION:Every Monday afternoon this month the library will be screening a free calendar of Afrofuturist defined film and media all afternoon long for your enjoyment. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/afrofuturism-on-screen-2/ LOCATION:Eastmont Branch : Oakland Public Library\, 7200 Bancroft Ave #211\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Oakland,Performing Arts,Theater + Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/imgi_2_AfrofuturismOn-ScreenWeb760x230px-e1769932750322.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260129T181616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T140315Z UID:10010061-1770577200-1770577200@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Linda Tillery and the Cultural Heritage Choir DESCRIPTION:Linda Tillery and the Cultural Heritage Choir is a Grammy-nominated\, African-American Roots Music ensemble. Through the use of the voice\, hands\, feet and percussion\, the CHC has brought to life many of the long overlooked and appropriated song forms stemming from the African diaspora. The CHC performs ring shouts\, work songs\, spirituals\, children’s play songs\, corn field hollers\, moans and even modern day funk. \nParking\nCenter Street Garage\, next door to The Freight\, is currently open nightly until 1am except Sunday. More details here. \nPublic Transit\nThe Freight & Salvage is BARTable! Downtown Berkeley BART station is a half a block from the Freight. Details at bart.gov. Many AC Transit bus lines stop within a few blocks of the Freight. Details at actransit.org. \nNearby Favorites Bars/Restaurants\nRevival Bar + Kitchen | 2102 Shattuck Avenue\, (510) 549–9950\nComal Next Door | 2024 Shattuck Ave\, (510) 422-662\nGather | 2200 Oxford Street @ Allston\, (510) 809-0400 \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/linda-tillery-and-the-cultural-heritage-choir/ LOCATION:The Freight\, 2020 Addison St\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94704\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,Berkeley,BHM 2026,East Bay,Live Music,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/janfeb-lindatillery-e1769710568636.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Freight":MAILTO:https://bit.ly/2ODM2Ep GEO:37.8707545;-122.2695164 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Freight 2020 Addison St Berkeley CA 94704 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2020 Addison St:geo:-122.2695164,37.8707545 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260129T194631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T140243Z UID:10010070-1770559200-1770559200@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Oakland Symphony Youth Orchestra Chamber Concert 1 DESCRIPTION:Several chamber works performed by OSYO Musicians \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/oakland-symphony-youth-orchestra-chamber-concert-1/ LOCATION:Valley Center for the Performing Arts\, 3500 Mountain Blvd\, Oakland\, 94602\, 94602\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/imgi_2_servlet-e1769715969822.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260129T180543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T140155Z UID:10010060-1770490800-1770490800@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir 11th Annual Black History Month Concert DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful musical journey that honors African American history\, blending the depth of traditional and contemporary gospel with the stirring authenticity of Negro spirituals rarely heard outside the South. Feel the spirit and energy of OIGC up close in this intimate setting—an annual fan favorite that fills up fast. \nParking\nCenter Street Garage\, next door to The Freight\, is currently open nightly until 1am except Sunday. More details here. \nPublic Transit\nThe Freight & Salvage is BARTable! Downtown Berkeley BART station is a half a block from the Freight. Details at bart.gov. Many AC Transit bus lines stop within a few blocks of the Freight. Details at actransit.org. \nNearby Favorites Bars/Restaurants\nRevival Bar + Kitchen | 2102 Shattuck Avenue\, (510) 549–9950\nComal Next Door | 2024 Shattuck Ave\, (510) 422-662\nGather | 2200 Oxford Street @ Allston\, (510) 809-0400 \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/oakland-interfaith-gospel-choir-11th-annual-black-history-month-concert/ LOCATION:The Freight\, 2020 Addison St\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94704\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,Berkeley,BHM 2026,East Bay,Live Music,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/janfeb-OIGC-e1769709930441.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Freight":MAILTO:https://bit.ly/2ODM2Ep GEO:37.8707545;-122.2695164 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Freight 2020 Addison St Berkeley CA 94704 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2020 Addison St:geo:-122.2695164,37.8707545 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T220000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T085053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T155719Z UID:10010100-1770483600-1770501600@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:BeProximity Presents: Black History Month Gala: A Black Tie Event DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fancy night celebrating Black History Month at our BeProximity Black Tie Gala! \nStep into an evening of refined elegance and purpose as BeProximity presents the 2026 Black History Month Gala\, hosted within the breathtaking Barrel Room at Leal Vineyards. This year’s celebration reimagines conversation and culture through a panel of distinguished voices\, live cultural music\, artistic performances\, dancing and so much more— all honoring the beauty\, strength\, and enduring legacy of the Black community. \nWhile this night centers on the journeys of the Black experience\, it opens its arms to all — friends\, neighbors\, and leaders from every walk of life — to stand together in solidarity and celebration. With hearts lifted in gratitude\, we gather not only to honor the past\, but to embrace a future brightened by unity\, understanding\, and the unshakable power of shared humanity in uncertain times. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/beproximity-presents-black-history-month-gala-a-black-tie-event/ LOCATION:Leal Vineyards and Winery\, 300 Maranatha Drive\, Hollister\, 95023 CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Galas + Awards + Fundraiser,Santa Cruz Area ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/BeProximity-Presents-Black-History-Month-Gala-A-Black-Tie-Event-e1769935809693.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T144500 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T084246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T140124Z UID:10010098-1770472800-1770475500@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Unique Derique DESCRIPTION:Learn about the history and art of Hambone\, and its evolution from Africa to modern North America. Find out what hambone is\, where does the name come from\, why was it created and what is its significance and meaning. Then experience traditional styles of Hambone body music and find playful rhythms to express a unique Hambone musical style in a fun\, non-competitive atmosphere. For children and their families. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/unique-derique/ LOCATION:Oakland Public Library: César E. Chávez Branch\, 3301 East 12th Street\, Suite 271\, Oakland\, 94601\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/BHMEventTemplateWeb760x230px-e1769935429674.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260130T181908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T140137Z UID:10010085-1770462000-1770480000@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Lunar New Year x Black History Month 2026: Celebrating Asian & African-American Solidarity DESCRIPTION:OACC’s biggest event returns for its 4th year this February. Join us for a joyous convergence of Asian + African American solidarity at our Lunar New Year x Black History Month Celebration!

 It will feature lion dancers\, drummers\, performers\, arts & crafts\, a Kids + Teens Zone curated by Storyland Collective\, a marketplace of local artisans\, and free admission for all ages! \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/lunar-new-year-x-black-history-month-2026-celebrating-asian-african-american-solidarity/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 Ninth Street - Suite 290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Community,Dance,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Celebrating-Asian-African-American-Solidarity-768x768-1-e1769797132477.png GEO:37.8007587;-122.2712585 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oakland Asian Cultural Center 388 Ninth Street - Suite 290 Oakland CA 94607 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=388 Ninth Street - Suite 290:geo:-122.2712585,37.8007587 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T144445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T140130Z UID:10010148-1770458400-1770476400@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Oakland BCE 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us.. Get ACCEPTED! GET Scholarships! \n \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/oakland-bce-2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Marriott City Center\, 1000 Broadway\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Community,East Bay,Education,Oakland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/696c9edbc89c4831522789b7_Oakland-Black-College-Expo-2026-NEW-Instagram-Post-45-1-1-e1769957076832.png GEO:37.8019649;-122.2723625 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oakland Marriott City Center 1000 Broadway Oakland CA 94607 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1000 Broadway:geo:-122.2723625,37.8019649 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260127T145622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T155609Z UID:10010021-1770454800-1770465600@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Celebrating Black History Month with Health\, Healing & Community DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Community Health Fair focused on empowering our community through education\, prevention\, and care. \nCelebrate Black History Month\nJoin us for a Community Health Fair focused on empowering our community through education\, prevention\, and care. \nWhat You’ll Experience\nLearn & Connect \n\nAttend a live HouseCalls event focused on maintaining a heart-healthy lifestyle\nExplore Lifestyle Medicine and learn how small changes can lead to big health rewards\nGet your health questions answered by doctors\, pharmacists\, and health educators\n\nHealth Services & Screenings \n\nBlood pressure checks\nDiabetic retinal screenings\nA1c blood tests\nGlucose monitoring support\n\nPlanning for the Future \n\nLearn about life care planning\n\nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/celebrating-black-history-month-with-health-healing-community/ LOCATION:Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center\, Lower Level Conference Room A\, B\, C\, Oakland\, 94611 CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Health + Wellness,Oakland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Celebrating-Black-History-Month-with-Health-Healing-Community-e1769525741729.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T220000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T142602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T080401Z UID:10010146-1770400800-1770415200@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Afrofuturism DESCRIPTION:This Black History Month\, join us as we uplift and celebrate Afrofuturism: a movement in literature\, music\, art and more featuring futuristic and science fiction themes that incorporate elements of Black history and culture! \nTake a night flight to Chabot to celebrate Black History Month in collaboration with AfroComicCon\, Star Dust\, and more! From themed cocktails for the grown-ups to exciting hands-on crafting for the little space explorers\, this all-ages event is sure to be a hit with the whole family!\nAfroComicCon will be hosting a panel discussion on the history of Afrofuturism in the Bay Area and Stardust will be doing TWO live performances in our on site planetarium! \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/afrofuturism/ LOCATION:Chabot Space & Science Center\, 10000 Skyline Blvd.\, Oakland\, 94619\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Community,East Bay,Oakland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Afrofuturism-Feature_A009FD61-A908-8B89-C2101DDA8C7D56D0_a00c0bf1-a2bd-2cbb-f98df0e5b1becac6-e1769955955401.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Chabot Space &%3B Science Center":MAILTO:VisitorInfo@ChabotSpace.org GEO:37.8186768;-122.1804847 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Chabot Space & Science Center 10000 Skyline Blvd. Oakland 94619 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10000 Skyline Blvd.:geo:-122.1804847,37.8186768 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T151656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T080406Z UID:10010153-1770393600-1770411600@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Black History Superbowl DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy the Fillmore Black History Superbowl Sixty Experience Music\, Dance \,Food and Games. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/black-history-superbowl/ LOCATION:1700 O’Farrell St\, 1700 O'Farrell St\, San Francisco\, 94115\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,San Francisco + South SF Area,Sports + Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1175404832_8144570685_1_original-e1769959008784.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T094601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T080421Z UID:10010101-1770390000-1770397200@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Black Anime DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month with anime showings that showcase themes relevant to Black culture and the Black experience. Showings include The Boondocks\, Black Samurai\, Yasuke\, Neo Yokio and much more. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/black-anime/ LOCATION:Oakland Public Library: 81st Avenue Branch\, 1021 81st Ave\, Oakland\, 94621\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Oakland,Performing Arts,Theater + Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/imgi_1_PiggybankpaintingPinturadehucha-e1769939138292.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T010000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T151045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T141022Z UID:10010151-1770339600-1770339600@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Want Black History at Work? We Can Help With That. DESCRIPTION:A virtual session exploring how Black history and culture can be shared at work through\, professional programming. \nOrganizations across the country are navigating how to offer meaningful cultural and historical learning experiences at work. Even as language and approaches evolve\, the need for understanding\, context\, and connection has not gone away. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/want-black-history-at-work-we-can-help-with-that/2026-02-06/ LOCATION:[ Virtual ]\, CA CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Community,Conversations + Speakers + Conferences,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1175867373_613551685753_1_original-e1769958637961.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T095301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T141419Z UID:10010102-1770336000-1775001599@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Black Panther Party 60th Anniversary Exhibit DESCRIPTION:A special exhibit commemorating the Black Panther Party’s 60th Anniversary will be on display at the 81st Avenue Library through the end of March.  \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/black-panther-party-60th-anniversary-exhibit/ LOCATION:Oakland Public Library: 81st Avenue Branch\, 1021 81st Ave\, Oakland\, 94621\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Community,East Bay,Oakland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CompressJPEG.Online_img1281x720.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260328 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T100253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T142542Z UID:10010103-1770336000-1774655999@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Art of the African Diaspora - Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Rockridge is hosting an exhibition produced by Art Of The African Diaspora which has been organizing non-juried group shows of Black Bay Area artists\, since 1989. This satellite exhibit complements a larger show at the Richmond Art Center. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/art-of-the-african-diaspora-exhibition/ LOCATION:Oakland Public Library: Rockridge Branch\, 5366 College Ave\, Oakland\, 94618\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Oakland,Visual Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Art-of-the-African-Diaspora-Facebook-e1769940088778.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T213000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260130T174140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T080427Z UID:10010081-1770319800-1770327000@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories\, Preserving Our Traditions DESCRIPTION:Join us for what promises to be a delightful evening with renowned midwife\, cultural historian\, and author Shafia Monroe. She will discuss her new book\, Mothering the Mother: African American Postpartum Traditions\, Recipes and Healing\, with Shannon Staloch\, local midwife and author of Born Far From Home: A Midwife’s Search for Meaning. They will discuss the important role of story in midwifery\, the great work Shafia has done to preserve the legacy of African American postpartum traditions\, and how we can draw from the stories\, faith traditions\, and healing practices of women to help engender a richer landscape for birth in America. A book signing will follow the conversation\, and samples from a few of the restorative recipes in Shafia’s book will also be available! Sumayyah Franklin of Sumi’s Touch\, local and global midwife and doula trainer\, will moderate the discussion. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/telling-our-stories-preserving-our-traditions/ LOCATION:Lighthouse Mosque\, 620 42nd Street\, Oakland\, 94609\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Community,East Bay,Health + Wellness,Oakland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1174520931_2988292666182_1_original-e1769794891207.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T203000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T131244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T155524Z UID:10010138-1770319800-1770323400@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:SF History Talk - Mad Ave Meets Golden Gate Park: Ads\, Souvenirs\, and More DESCRIPTION:Part of our culture is based on the premise that someone’s worth allows them to earn money and\, in turn\, allows them to spend it on something they deem worthy. It’s the job of those advertising agencies\, known by the moniker of Madison Avenue\, to entice you to part with some cash in favor of their client’s product. With the fame of Golden Gate Park’s existence\, since 1870\, has come the use of the park to sell many kinds of things. For some it was the park’s co-location relative to residential real estate lots where the park was the “hook.” Also\, there have been many forms of product promotion from grass seed to canned fruits to name a few. Souvenirs have also been another product to hawk. And none of these ever provided the park one red cent of income! \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/sf-history-talk-mad-ave-meets-golden-gate-park-ads-souvenirs-and-more/ LOCATION:Manny’s\, 3092 16th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Conversations + Speakers + Conferences,San Francisco + South SF Area ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SF-History-Talk-Mad-Ave-Meets-Golden-Gate-Park-Ads-Souvenirs-and-More-e1769951553681.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T143405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T080445Z UID:10010147-1770318000-1770321600@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Open Question: Ocean Health DESCRIPTION:Recent research shows that climate change is destabilizing ocean currents\, and making ocean waters warmer and more acidic. What do these changes mean for ocean ecosystems and the humans that rely on them? \nThe Exploratorium is teaming up with Point Blue Conservation Science to dig into the details. Find out what’s happening in our seas and what we can do to minimize dangerous changes. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/open-question-ocean-health/ LOCATION:Exploratorium\, Pier 15\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94111 CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Conversations + Speakers + Conferences,San Francisco + South SF Area ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/imgi_1_OceanHealth-marquee.jpg-e1769956425378.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Exploratorium":MAILTO:afterdark@exploratorium.edu GEO:37.7413757;-122.3760274 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Exploratorium Pier 15 San Francisco CA 94111;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pier 15:geo:-122.3760274,37.7413757 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T210000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260201T141932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T080432Z UID:10010145-1770316200-1770325200@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Black Film Unscreened & Unstreamed\, Lorraine Hansberry DESCRIPTION:On March 11\, 1959\, Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun opened on Broadway and changed the face of American theater forever. As the first-ever black woman to author a play performed on Broadway\, she did not shy away from richly drawn characters and unprecedented subject matter. The play attracted record crowds and earned the coveted top prize from the New York Drama Critics’ Circle. While the play is seen as a groundbreaking work of art\, the timely story of Hansberry’s life is far less known. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/black-film-unscreened-unstreamed-lorraine-hansberry/ LOCATION:Oakstop\, 1721 Broadway\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,East Bay,Oakland,Performing Arts,Theater + Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Copy-of-Copy-of-Untitled-Design-20-_D692B107-CBEB-5D3E-86A20ADEE573E546_d69506aa-0e5b-49be-8abec9e292804a09-e1769955557640.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Webster Fabio Center for Social Justice":MAILTO:SWFCenter4sj@gmail.com GEO:37.8067076;-122.2697144 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oakstop 1721 Broadway Oakland CA 94612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1721 Broadway:geo:-122.2697144,37.8067076 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T153100 CREATED:20260127T153334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T155511Z UID:10010026-1770314400-1770319800@bayarearegistry.com SUMMARY:Black History Month: She Carried Us Forward DESCRIPTION:This Black History Month\, GLIDE presents She Carried Us Forward\, an evening honoring the brilliance\, courage\, creativity\, and enduring leadership of Black women across the civil rights movement – then and now. \nInfo & Tickets URL:https://bayarearegistry.com/event/black-history-month-she-carried-us-forward/ LOCATION:Glide Memorial Church\, 330 Ellis St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,BHM 2026,Conversations + Speakers + Conferences,San Francisco + South SF Area,Visual Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bayarearegistry.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Black-History-Month-She-Carried-Us-Forward-e1769527982801.png GEO:37.785151;-122.4114983 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Glide Memorial Church 330 Ellis St San Francisco CA 94102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=330 Ellis St:geo:-122.4114983,37.785151 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR