This from your friendly folks at Oaklandish:

THERE! New Art From Oakland
An exhibition exploring the creative talent exploding in Oakland today. Oakland, long-time host to a vital visual arts community, has recently begun to receive widespread regional and national recognition for the range and quality of its artists and a growing group of new galleries devoted in large part to contemporary art.  Organized by di Rosa Preserve curator Michael Schwager, There! will present a cross-section of contemporary artists who live and work in Oakland and contribute to the energy and vitality of Bay Area art. 
Opening Reception: August 9 from 6-8pm (members preview 5-6pm).
More info: http://dirosapreserve.org/

LAUREL STREET FESTIVAL
Saturday August 9th from 1-6pm along MacArthur Blvd. between 35th and 38th Avenues. Laurel Streetfest is a free family event in Oakland’s Laurel District. Live music, food, shopping, and a Kidsworld with petting farm, pony rides, bumper cars and rock climbing.

Oaklandish Presents: The 3rd ANNUAL RADIO REGATTA
BYO Radio for tunes while boating. 1/2 off of boat rentals + free pontoon rides and gondola service (space limited). Featuring micro FM broadcast by: Bobby Peru, Dj Mar Mar, DjInti, Black Heart, and DJ Basta spinning some summery tunes.  Linden Street Brewery will be serving their Common Lager. Plus a silent auction of unique furniture made by Youth Spirit Artworks- one of our 2008 Innovators Award winners. Sunday August 17th, 12-5pm @ Lake Merritt Sailboat House.