The Malonga Casquelourd Center for The Arts

12/20/2021

Registration open for Winter Camp! Fun activities to engage youth ages 5-13 over the school break. Please bring a bag lunch & snack. More Info: 510-597-5042
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11/24/2021

The CDC & Alameda County also recommend flu vaccine for everyone over 6 months of age. Include a flu & COVID vax as part of your prep for the holidays, especially if you plan to gather with older adults or medically vulnerable people. Find a vax site: http://ow.ly/zRSR50GEV0u

06/01/2021

Excited about the opening soon in Oakland? Join our Fitness Court Ambassador Team. Looking for people enthusiastic about fitness who want to share that passion. Check out the free 45min training class. https://nationalfitnesscampaign.com/fitness-court-ambassadors-register

05/25/2021

2 Fitness Courts opening soon in Oakland. Check back for more info

04/28/2021

Join us Thursday at 7pm!

It's all about community this Thursday at Spring for Parks! Keynote by Rue Mapp of Outdoor Afro, performance by Goapele, inspiration by Town Camp kids and staff. John Bliss emcees an evening of smiles and surprises. RSVP here » http://ow.ly/yitF50EybfA

02/26/2021

Comcast Contributes $100,000 to the City of Oakland Parks and Recreation Foundation and Donates 1,000 Laptops, 12 Months of Free Internet Service to Oakland Families in Need

01/20/2021

With many schools closed and sports seasons canceled Town Recess will help your children to stay active and moving. Classes are designed to promote health and wellness, with an emphasis on movement, fitness, self-expression and fun! In-person and virtual programs offered. Register: cityofoakland.perfectmind.com

01/16/2021

More Info: https://www.oaklandca.gov/projects/sanantoniopark?fbclid=IwAR2D1d_nKQBHt2iEJRwu68wSUW2pLWy4UWA1tPcKKJEDhe2bnX6WFO4PQz4

YOU’RE INVITED! REVITALIZING SAN ANTONIO PARK

Please join the City of Oakland for public engagement meetings to help plan future improvements to San Antonio Park.

Three dates available for Community Engagement Meeting # 1, gathering input and ideas:

1/27, 4:30 PM (Eng/Span),
1/29, 4:30 PM (Eng/Chin),
1/30, 9:30 AM (Eng/Viet)

All meeting via ZOOM or phone call-in.
Please go to https://bit.ly/38N1w33 for further information.

01/16/2021

12/04/2020

09/10/2020

Hurry, time is running out to register for Session 1.

Town Enrichment Session 2 Enrollment Opens! Program operates M-F / 1:30-5:30 / Ages 5-12 register at https://www.oaklandca.gov/services/search-the-catalog-of-parks-and-recreation-activities-programs-and-classes

03/02/2020

Town Camp 2020 - June 8 - Aug 7. Register today tinyurl.com/TownCampRegistration

03/02/2020

Don't miss Summer Camp Jam 2020! Town Camp registration is open. Attendance is Free

01/13/2020

Bantaba Drum Call
Free Classes
Every Saturday
January 18- June 13th 2020

01/13/2020

Come take a Capoeira class for adults on
Mondays & Wednesdays 7:15 pm-8:30 pm
Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts

01/13/2020

Dimensions Dance Theater -Rites of Passage Spring 2020 session starts today! Participants will get to experiences with movement through West African,Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Tap, Modern, Haitian, and .
Registration is open NOW!

12/03/2019

Dimensions Dance Theater -Rites of Passage end of the session showcase. Participants will share their experiences with movement through Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Modern, Haitian, Dunham Technique and West African.

Thursday, December 5, 2019
Showtime: 7:00pm
Doors Open: 6:00pm

FREE EVENT – must reserve your ticket!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rites-of-passage-fall-2019-showcase-tickets-78132880549?fbclid=IwAR1j3POLE4O-2KRRQBfc-6cnIDYDb6l7mKITKnXZPxgNkbHYaZyITrXeuMc

Rites of Passage's end of session fall showcase.

10/09/2019

Facility Closure
The below Recreation facilities are closed and programs cancelled due to the Red Flag Warning and high probability of a Public Service Power Shutoff (PSPS). Please consider programs located at recreation centers not affected by the conditions.
Closed Recreation Sites
• Dimond Recreation Center & Lions Pool
• Dunsmuir Hellman Historic Estate
• East Oakland Sports Center
• Joaquin Miller Park and all facilities
• Leona Lodge
• Redwood Heights Recreation Center
• Sequoia Lodge
• Sheffield Village Recreation Center
• Montclair Recreation Center

Recreation Facilities – Open, not affected
• Bushrod, 560 59th St.; 510-597-5031
• Carmen Flores, 1637 Fruitvale Ave.; 510-535-5631
• CP Golden Gate, 1075 62nd St.; 510-597-5032
• DeFremery, 1651 Adeline; 510-238-7739
• F.M. Smith, 1969 Park Blvd.; 510-238-7742
• Franklin, 1010 E. 15th St.; 510-238-7741
• Lincoln Square, 250 10th St.; 510-238-7738
• Mosswood, 3612 Webster St; 510-597-5038
• Rainbow, 5800 International Blvd.; 510-615-5751
• Studio One Art Center, 365 45th St.; 510-597-5027
• Willie Keyes, 3131 Union St.; 510-597-5042
The well-being of all our park users is important to us. We believe these measures are necessary at this time and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We hope to be back to regularly scheduled programming as soon as it is possible to do so safely. For more information about the temporary changes, please email OPRYD Administrative Office [email protected] or call 510-238-7275. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

07/25/2019

Dimensions Dance Theater -Rites of Passage end of the session showcase. Participants will share their experiences with movement through Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Modern, Haitian, Dunham Technique and West African.

Thursday, July 25, 2019
Showtime: 7:00pm
Doors Open: 6:00pm

FREE EVENT – must reserve your ticket!
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/dimensions-dance-theater-8396811094

07/25/2019

07/16/2019

Malonga Casquelourd Art Center Annual Open House.
Friday, July 19, 2019 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
You do not want to miss this event!
*FOOD & DRINKS
*LIVE MUSIC
*PERFORMANCES
*DANCE CLASSES
*TOURS
*KIDS FUN ZONE
*FREE ADMISSION

Bring the entire family and learn all about the Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts!

Its FREE! Just RSVP!!!!

The Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts would like to cordially invite you to our Annual Open House on Friday, July 19, 2019 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. We will have FREE food & drinks, Live Music, Dance Classes, Facility Rental Information, Live Performances, Kids FUN Zone, and Tours of the follow...

07/11/2019

You do not want to miss this event!

The Ultimate All White Attire Party is Back! OPRYD's Premiere celebration of Communities & Culture! Explore the Dunsmuir estate grounds. Come take a ride in a charming horse-driven carriage and experience an unforgettable evening • Sample the finest cuisine provided by some of Oakland’s best caterers • Dance under the stars at the South Pond • Play in the game lounge • Tour the 120 year old Mansion • Enjoy the Gatsby Car • Live entertainment on three different stages • Relax in the Intimate Martini • Wine tasting • Featured dance classes – Chicago Steppin – Salsa – Line Dancing.

Saturday, August 3, 2019 6:00pm-11:00pm
Dunsmuir Historic Estate
2960 Peralta Oaks Court
Oakland, Ca 94605

Purchase your tickets today!

An Intimate Evening is the ultimate all white attire party at the Dunsmuir Hellman Estate. The event returns with live music, fine cuisine & wine, carriage rides, a martini lounge, vintage cars, community recognition awards and more. This festive fundraiser for the Oakland Parks & Recreation Departm...

07/11/2019

Dimension Dance Theater -Rites of Passage end of the session showcase. Participants will share their experiences with movement through Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Modern, Haitian, Dunham Technique and West African.

Thursday, July 25, 2019
Showtime: 7:00pm
Doors Open: 6:00pm

FREE EVENT – must reserve your ticket

07/11/2019

Prescott Circus Theatre is coming to the Malonga Art Center:
Tuesday, July 1611:00am & 1:30pm
Wednesday, July 17 11:00am & 1:30pm

Join a group of adventurous youth who begin their journey in West Oakland and traverse the 5th dimension using their remarkable skills to find their way home.
A 1-hour performance that will uplift, inspire, and amaze audiences of all ages. Juggling! Acrobatics! Stilt Dancing! Unicycle! and MUCH MORE!

Free Shows!

07/11/2019

Malonga Casquelourd Art Center Annual Open House.
Friday, July 19, 2019 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
You do not want to miss this event!
*FOOD & DRINKS
*LIVE MUSIC
*PERFORMANCES
*DANCE CLASSES
*TOURS
*KIDS FUN ZONE
*FREE ADMISSION

Bring the entire family and learn all about the Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts!

07/08/2019

Saturday, August 3, 2019 6:00pm-11:00pm-Dunsmuir Estate

The Ultimate All White Attire Party is Back! OPRYD's Premiere celebration of Communities & Culture! Explore the Dunsmuir estate grounds. Come take a ride in a charming horse-driven carriage and experience an unforgettable evening • Sample the finest cuisine provided by some of Oakland’s best caterers • Dance under the stars at the South Pond • Play in the game lounge • Tour the 120 year old Mansion • Enjoy the Gatsby Car • Live entertainment on three different stages • Relax in the Intimate Martini • Wine tasting • Featured dance classes – Chicago Steppin – Salsa – Line Dancing.

07/04/2019

Malonga Casquelourd Art Center Annual Open House.
Friday, July 19, 2019 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
There will be
*FOOD & DRINKS
*LIVE MUSIC
*PERFORMANCES
*DANCE CLASSES
*TOURS
*KIDS FUN ZONE

FREE ADMISSION

Bring your entire family to come enjoy and learn more about the Malonga Casquelourd Center.
Please RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/malongas-open-house-2019-tickets-62271407456

07/04/2019

Malonga Casquelourd Center Administrative Offices and Building will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2019 in observance of the Fourth of July.

Administrative Offices and Building will resume regular business hours on Friday, July 5, 2019.

Those who contact us by e-mail or phone with questions, comments, or concerns during this time will receive responses in the order they were received.

07/02/2019

Malonga Casquelourd Art Center Annual Open House.
Friday, July 19, 2019 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
There will be
*FOOD & DRINKS
*LIVE MUSIC
*PERFORMANCES
*DANCE CLASSES
*TOURS
*KIDS FUN ZONE

FREE ADMISSION

Bring your entire family to come enjoy and learn more about the Malonga Casquelourd Center.
Please RSVP at Eventbrite.com/MalongaOpenHouse