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Junior State of America Foundation
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- Oakland, CA
4.95439 stars 285 reviews
Romi wrote:
As a teenage pacific islander, it was quite difficult to gauge how difficult university classes would be. In attending Stanford and Princeton via JSA summer school, my eyes were truly opened to the hard work still ahead as I graduated high school. In... more »
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Oakland Youth Chorus
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- Oakland, CA
4.89583 stars 48 reviews
Kwamegirl wrote:
My daughter is a participant in Oakland Youth Chorus' All-City Miracle Chorus and this organization is TERRIFIC! The teachers are fantastic and all come together to create a wonderfully diverse repertoire for these children to learn. They learn classical... more »
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The Mosaic Project
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 36 reviews
Marley wrote:
I am a teacher that brought my 4th grade students to the Mosaic Project camp in Napa and was blown away by how together the program is. After five days and four nights at Mosaic, my kids came home singing songs like "Fighting is not the solution..."... more »
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Stagebridge
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 12 reviews
MEG70 wrote:
Stagebridge is a unique Senior Theater Company. I had done a little acting in school and college, and again in a local community theater while in my 40's, but never did really follow through on my childhood dream of being in theater. Then, in the winter... more »
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Ecocity Builders
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- Oakland, CA
4.81818 stars 11 reviews
isabelwade wrote:
This group has been a leader for more than 3 decades in trying to redesign the main habitat for humanity, the cities where most of the world lives, to be resource conserving and less harmful to the rest of the planet. With little money, they have also... more »
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Cinnamongirl Inc
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- Oakland, CA
4.63636 stars 11 reviews
jrogers2 wrote:
Though I have been involved with a number of mentoring programs before, I've found the Cinnamongirl mentoring program to be quite unique. Targeting African-American and Latina girls aged 13 to 17, first, it focuses on mentoring on both an individual... more »
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Axis Dance Company
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- Oakland, CA
4.72727 stars 11 reviews
laura44 wrote:
Without any doubt, one of the most exhilirating dance companies of the New Age;that is Axis. They represent compassion, unconditional love and infectious enthusiasm): They had me at: "We'd like to work with you and further develop your potential". Its... more »
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The Crucible
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 7 reviews
plasmajan wrote:
I first became aware of The Crucible's programs when i went as a spectator to their annual fundraiser, a production of Romeo & Juliet -- as a fire ballet. Astounded by the creative mixing of classical music, hip-hop, ballet, fire performance, glass and... more »
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Arts for Oakland Kids
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 5 reviews
bsilverman wrote:
Oakland Fund for the Arts provides funding so our underserved youth have a chance to find their creative voice while building their self esteem. I've had the pleasure of witnessing first hand these programs in action and have been thrilled to see how... more »
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Oakland Asian Cultural Center
- Location:
- Oakland, CA
4.4 stars 5 reviews
anreh wrote:
I co-founded American Center of Philippine Arts. If not for OACC, we wouldn't have the space or the resources to bring Philippine cultural dance and music to East Bay youth. The staff are energetic and loving individuals who are truly passionate about... more »
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East Oakland Boxing Association
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 4 reviews
Mike Yoell wrote:
The EOBA is a safe and nurturing facility that provides physical education, tutoring, computer skills, leadership and mentorship free to youth and children under 20 years of age. I recently began volunteering here, but I've been aware of the program... more »
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Museum Of Childrens Art
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 4 reviews
MamaShelley wrote:
Oakland's Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA for short) is a wonderful place for children to go to explore their artistic talents, express themselves through creativity, and to develop an appreciation for the arts. I have been taking my own son, now 7, for... more »
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Distaff Singers
- Location:
- Oakland, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
Katherine12 wrote:
Having a voice has never been more inviting and benefiting such a good cause--music education scholarships for students in the East Bay. Music is healing for me and proven self-care when practiced with regularity and with kindred spirits. That is the... more »
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Body Wisdom Inc
- Location:
- Oakland, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
jorispirit wrote:
I was coming out of a very dark time after my second divorce. It was time to go out and find my tribe. I received an email about an InterPlay Untensive Retreat that would explore creativity through InterPlay. My curiosity was peaked. I still to this... more »
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zSharp
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
Tracy F. wrote:
ETM is great because it is giving music to schools that have seen ALL elective programs cut. ETM is a big bright jewel in the educational services that West Contra Costa Unified School District provides. more »
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Piedmont Choirs
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
Kskirkpatrick wrote:
Participating in these Choirs means finding your voice. Our singers develop a deep love and appreciation for music and its power to lift the audience from daily living and into a moment in time or emotion, to tell stories, and to promote change. Our... more »
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PRESCOTT CIRCUS THEATRE
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
Kizzyseven wrote:
I am extremely pleased to say a few good words about Aileen Moffitt and staff of the Prescott Circus Theatre. My grandson stood in awe on a Saturday afternoon at the Oakland Main Library as the PCT performed...young people on stilts, some juggling, some... more »
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Media Alliance
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 1 review
the jester wrote:
Great place to get information, education and action opportunities to improve the media as a media worker or a media consumer. Great media skills classes, impressive advocacy record and reliable leader in the defense of journalistic integrity and press... more »
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Oakland Technology & Education Center (DBA AfroComicCon)
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 1 review
nibke5-rorqak-corBet wrote:
The mission and vision of OTEC is amazing! It supports POC in arts and education as well as tech, social Justice and the Entertainnent fields among other great services in the community and helps black businesses. more »
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Bay Area Paul Robeson Centennial Committee
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 1 review
CappyBoppy wrote:
Since 1998, the Bay Area Paul Robeon Committee has worked to restore Paul Robeson to his rightful place in history. Through exhibits, events, volunteer work and international and local outreach, THE BAPRC has kept the momentum of centennial year activism... more »
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Bay Area Childrens Theatre
- Location:
- Oakland, CA
5 stars 1 review
Marcia L. wrote:
Active Arts is now Bay Area Children's Theater (BACT). See http://www.bactheatre.org/ This is a great opportunity to introduce children to theater and ensure the whole family has fun!!! Mission: To inspire young audiences with imaginative productions,... more »
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California Revels
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- Oakland, CA
5 stars 1 review
TheresaN wrote:
Revels builds community through celebration .... every year, at the time of the Winter Solstice, Revels transports the audience to another time and place, exploring the traditions of the shortest day in song, dance, drama and storytelling. Exploring cultures... more »
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California Genealogical Society
- Location:
- Oakland, CA
5 stars 1 review
JeffreyV wrote:
Fantastic programs and events throughout the year. Programs for beginners, programs for advanced genealogists, events for the public, classes on a variety of topics, outreach into the community via lectures and presentations. more »
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Emerge Global Inc
- Location:
- Oakland, CA
5 stars 1 review
Raffaela W. wrote:
Emerge Global's mission is to empower young women who have survived abuse with the financial, social and personal resources to support themselves and their families, and to solve the most challenging problems facing their communities. Emerge... more »
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Desi Dance Network Incorporated
- Location:
- Oakland, CA
5 stars 1 review
Anushka_P wrote:
As a freshman in college, I joined a Bollywood dance team for exercise purposes more than anything else. I had no idea we'd go on to produce a powerful show about navigating sexuality and cultural identity. For many parents in the audience, the show was... more »
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