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Oakland First Fridays - OAKLAND PROUD!
ORGANIZATION: Oakland First Fridays
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
From its rich history to its diverse communities, Oakland stands as a shining example of resilience and unity. We're proud of the art, culture, and innovation that flourish here. Join us in celebrating this remarkable city, for it's not just a place; it's a home, a hub of creativity, and a source of inspiration. Here's to Oakland, our vibrant and cherished city!
Calling for Volunteers for Oakland First Fridays event!
Here are the roles available:
- Pre-Event Support (12:00pm to 3:00pm)
- Photographer (4:00pm to 9:00pm)
- Videographer (4:00pm to 9:00pm)
- Vendor Check-in (3:00pm to 6:00pm)
- Front Gate Greeter (4:30pm to 9:00pm)
- Runner (3:00pm to 9:00pm)
- Recycling / Sorting (5:00pm to 9:00pm)
2 Shifts
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- Fri Sep 06, 2024 - 05:00 PM to 09:00 PM PST - Spots available: 10+
- Fri Sep 06, 2024 - 12:00 PM to 05:00 PM PST - Spots available: 9
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About Oakland First Fridays
Location:
2633 TELEGRAPH AVE STE 107, OAKLAND, CA 94612, US
Mission Statement
Oakland First Fridays is an organization dedicated to the grassroots deployment, coordination, maintenance, and sustainability of Oakland's monthly First Friday event. By facilitating a monthly event that is all inclusive, we exist to support local art, vendor, business, and social services organizations. Oakland First Fridays is committed to fostering strength and unity in the Oakland community. Each month, through strategic partnerships, we provide a community based platform for the culture of our city to flourish and grow.
Description
Oakland First Fridays is an immersive community and art experience, and the premier monthly arts event on the West Coast, located on Telegraph Avenue from West Grand to 27th street. First Fridays has helped to bring positive recognition to the City of Oakland, generating commerce and revenue that benefits the City. Oakland First Fridays has been featured in the New York Times, the Huffington Post, and other publications.
Every First Friday from 5 PM to 9 PM, Oakland's cultural art community springs to life with a variety of street vendors, including Street Artists, Culinary Artisans, Local Artisans, Poets, Galleries, Artists Collectives and Literary Events; performers such as Musicians, Dancers, Live Painters, Comedians, and DJ’s, etc; creating the opportunity for these amazing vendors to gain exposure and sell their work.
Every month up to 20,000 people come from all around the Bay Area and beyond to experience a variety of artistic expressions, be inspired, eat great food, enjoy live music, and stroll through the amazing, eclectic culture of Oakland First Friday and the city of Oakland.CAUSE AREAS
Arts & Culture,
Community
WHEN
Fri Sep 06, 2024
05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
This opportunity has 2 shifts
WHERE
2633 Telegraph AveSuite 109OAKLAND, CA 94612
(37.815556 ,-122.268265 )
DATE POSTED
August 7, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
- Must be at least 16
- Volunteers should assist for at least 2 hours
- For minors (under 18) you will be sent a waiver to complete in order for you to participate as a volunteer.