by East Bay EDA | Oct 7, 2026 | Community, Culture, Economic Development, News
On a sunny October day in Oakland, hundreds of attendees gathered to welcome La Catrina, a 34-foot sculpture handcrafted in Mexico City, to her new home in Fruitvale Village. Speakers at the ceremony noted that La Catrina’s 2,000‑mile journey reflects the...
by East Bay EDA | Sep 25, 2026 | Community, Culture, Innovation, News, Startups, Workforce Development
From September 27 to October 3, Oakland hosts its second annual Tech Week — 80+ events across the city bringing founders, investors, city leaders, and everyday business owners together under one banner: Oakland as a national hub for responsible, community-rooted...
by East Bay EDA | May 26, 2026 | Community, Culture, Events, International, News
On Thursday, May 21, Bloc15 in Jack London Square was adorned with flowers, captivating sculptures, vibrant paintings, and people from across the Bay Area, all celebrating Gourmex East Bay’s arrival in Oakland. Gourmex is an event of the Consulate General of Mexico....
by East Bay EDA | Oct 29, 2025 | Community, Economy, News
With the federal government shutdown now reaching its one-month mark, funding for the USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has effectively been suspended, exacerbating food insecurity issues for millions of children and families across the country. Â ...
by East Bay EDA | Sep 18, 2025 | Community, Manufacturing, News
Manufacturing has deep roots in the East Bay—it’s not just part of our history, it’s a driving force in our economy, fueling innovation, creating high-quality jobs, and making goods that keep our economy thriving. While National Manufacturing Day—also known as MFG...
by East Bay EDA | Aug 14, 2025 | Community, East Bay
On a bright and pleasant Thursday afternoon, more than 30 business, community, and elected leaders came out to walk around a small slice of West Oakland’s Prescott neighborhood to learn about its rich past and how it is shaping the area today and into the future. The...
