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Bay Street Tree Lighting
Dec
6

Bay Street Tree Lighting

 

Join OIYC and OIKC along with other local musicians to celebrate the tree lighting at Bay Street! Arrive early to give yourself time to enjoy the festivities that Bay Street has to offer.

From Bay Street:
Savor the warmth of festive moments with loved ones {and while you’re at it, savor the new Bay Street Emeryville at our annual Tree Lighting Event}. Join The City of Emeryville and Bay Street Emeryville as we unwrap the magic of togetherness at the 2024 Emeryville Community Tree Lighting Event! Festivities begin at City Hall then bike, scoot, or stroll on over the South Bayfront Bridge to Bay Street Emeryville for food, music & holiday fun! Discover everything new at Bay Street, including our diverse restaurant offerings and our completely redesigned plaza. Sip, Shop & Eat your way from the Plaza to north end. 

Friday, December 6, 2024
4:00pm | Sip. Shop. Eat. @ Bay Street Emeryville
4:30pm | Festivities begin @ City Hall – 1333 Park Ave.
5:30pm | Car-Free Parade begins
6:00pm | Bay Street Tree Lighting, Sip. Shop. Eat. Market, Music, food & family fun!

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Chabot Space & Science Center
Dec
21

Chabot Space & Science Center

11:30 AM - OYC Miracles and Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir
1:00 PM - OYC Concert Chorus

Event Info

Included with General Admission

Step into a world of icy planets and far away galaxies this winter at Chabot! Glide across our sock skate rink, spin and twirl in your coziest socks, enjoy some hot cocoa and channel your inner space explorer with gingerbread rovers inspired by cosmic missions. Enjoy innovative snow-making activities and timed snowfall events, adding a touch of winter wonder to your experience. With festive tunes and interactive activities blending science and seasonal cheer, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!

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OIKC Rehearsal
Nov
16

OIKC Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC.
ENROLL TODAY!

COVID: OIGC currently does not require proof of vaccination. However, due to continuing COVID concerns, masks are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Any updates in the future will be communicated and all participants in the organization are required to comply with OIGC's COVID Protocols to participate. Find OIGC’s complete COVID protocols at http://www.oigc.org/governance.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and at 3328 MacArthur Blvd.

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OIKC Rehearsal
Oct
19

OIKC Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC.
ENROLL TODAY!

COVID: OIGC currently does not require proof of vaccination. However, due to continuing COVID concerns, masks are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Any updates in the future will be communicated and all participants in the organization are required to comply with OIGC's COVID Protocols to participate. Find OIGC’s complete COVID protocols at http://www.oigc.org/governance.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and at 3328 MacArthur Blvd.

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OIKC Rehearsal
Sep
21

OIKC Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC.
ENROLL TODAY!

COVID: OIGC currently does not require proof of vaccination. However, due to continuing COVID concerns, masks are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Any updates in the future will be communicated and all participants in the organization are required to comply with OIGC's COVID Protocols to participate. Find OIGC’s complete COVID protocols at http://www.oigc.org/governance.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and at 3328 MacArthur Blvd.

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OIKC Rehearsal
Aug
17

OIKC Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC.
ENROLL TODAY!

COVID: OIGC currently does not require proof of vaccination. However, due to continuing COVID concerns, masks are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Any updates in the future will be communicated and all participants in the organization are required to comply with OIGC's COVID Protocols to participate. Find OIGC’s complete COVID protocols at http://www.oigc.org/governance.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and at 3328 MacArthur Blvd.

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All-Choir 2024
Aug
3

All-Choir 2024

 
 

All-Choir 2024
SAT, Aug 3
Kick off Season 39, Healing Through Song with the annual All-Choir gathering! Meet & Greet with the board of directors and members of the OIGC family. Bring your friends, family, and a dish to share. See you soon!

WHEN
Saturday, Aug 3, 11:30am ~ 4pm
State of the Choir Address, ~12pm

WHERE
Lake Temescal - North Temescal Picnic Site
- Bring $5 cash for parking
- There is a little shade and plenty of wide open spaces.
- Feel free to bring your own chairs, sunshade, picnic blanket, frisbee, football, etc.
- As it is the Bay Area, DRESS IN LAYERS! Prepare for the sun as well as the cold.

WHAT - The Potluck
- Bring whatever you’d like to share for ~10-12 folks. Don’t know what to bring?
Sopranos - salads
Altos - entrees
Tenors - appetizers
Basses - drinks
- No alcohol is permitted at this site.
- There are park grills if you want to use them, but you will be responsible for bringing your own grill stuff.
- Plates, utensils, serving utensils, ice, and drink bucket provided.

 
 
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OIKC Rehearsal
May
18

OIKC Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC.
ENROLL TODAY!

COVID: OIGC currently does not require proof of vaccination. However, due to continuing COVID concerns, masks are required at rehearsal until further notice. Any updates in the future will be communicated and all participants in the organization are required to comply with OIGC's COVID Protocols to participate. Find OIGC’s complete COVID protocols at http://www.oigc.org/governance.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and at 3328 MacArthur Blvd. The rear parking lot is reserved for Staff and ADA.

SPRING 2024 (subject to change)
- SAT, January 20, 3 PM
- SAT, February 17, 3 PM
- Performance: SAT, February 24
- SAT, March 16, 3 PM
- SAT, April 20, 3 PM
- Performance: FRI, May 10, 7 PM
- SAT, May 18, 3 PM & Performance

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OYC Spring Concert
May
10

OYC Spring Concert

All three Oakland Youth Chorus ensembles will showcase their best performances from the sets they've honed throughout the year.

Youth from 2nd to 12th grade will share the culmination of their hard work, learning, and musical exploration- a celebration of their dedication and artistic growth!

GET TICKETS

$20 General Admission
$15 Students/Seniors (65+)

FREE for OUSD Students and Families: REGISTER HERE

The Oakland Youth Chorus is a program of the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir. OIGC Youth Programs are supported by the Barrios Trust, the Bill Graham Memorial Foundation, the Bridge Association of Realtors, the Distaff Singers, and the Stulsaft Foundation. This presentation is also made possible with foundation support from the Alameda County Arts Commission, California Arts Council, City of Oakland Cultural Fund, East Bay Community Foundation, the Hewlett Foundation, Koret Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts, San Francisco Foundation, Zellerbach Family Foundation, and with support from individual donors from around the world! Visit www.oigc.org/donate to donate today.

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OIKC Rehearsal
Apr
20

OIKC Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC.
ENROLL TODAY!

COVID: OIGC currently does not require proof of vaccination. However, due to continuing COVID concerns, masks are required at rehearsal until further notice. Any updates in the future will be communicated and all participants in the organization are required to comply with OIGC's COVID Protocols to participate. Find OIGC’s complete COVID protocols at http://www.oigc.org/governance.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and at 3328 MacArthur Blvd. The rear parking lot is reserved for Staff and ADA.

SPRING 2024 (subject to change)
- SAT, January 20, 3 PM
- SAT, February 17, 3 PM
- Performance: SAT, February 24
- SAT, March 16, 3 PM
- SAT, April 20, 3 PM
- Performance: FRI, May 10, 7 PM
- SAT, May 18, 3 PM & Performance

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OIKC Rehearsal
Mar
16

OIKC Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC.
ENROLL TODAY!

COVID: OIGC currently does not require proof of vaccination. However, due to continuing COVID concerns, masks are required at rehearsal until further notice. Any updates in the future will be communicated and all participants in the organization are required to comply with OIGC's COVID Protocols to participate. Find OIGC’s complete COVID protocols at http://www.oigc.org/governance.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and at 3328 MacArthur Blvd. The rear parking lot is reserved for Staff and ADA.

SPRING 2024 (subject to change)
- SAT, January 20, 3 PM
- SAT, February 17, 3 PM
- Performance: SAT, February 24
- SAT, March 16, 3 PM
- SAT, April 20, 3 PM
- Performance: FRI, May 10, 7 PM
- SAT, May 18, 3 PM & Performance

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All-Youth Black History Month Celebration
Feb
24

All-Youth Black History Month Celebration

Join all five of OIGC's youth ensembles as they present songs honoring and celebrating Black History.

Location:
Imani Community Church
3300 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland

$25 General Admission
$15 Seniors (65+)
$ 5 Children/Youth
Free for OUSD Students and Families – Registration required: www.oigc.org/ousdgo

No one turned away for lack of funds!

Featuring the OIGC Youth Program Ensembles:

  • Oakland Interfaith Youth Choir

  • Oakland Youth Chorus - Chamber Singers

  • Oakland Youth Chorus - Concert Chorus

  • Oakland Youth Chorus - Miracles

  • Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir

Learn more about OIGC's Youth Program at www.oigc.org/youth

The OIGC Youth Program is supported by Barrios Trust, Bill Graham Memorial Foundation, Bridge Association of Realtors, the Distaff Singers, and the Stulsaft Foundation.

This presentation is also made possible with foundation support from Alameda County Arts Commission, California Arts Council, City of Oakland Cultural Fund, East Bay Community Foundation, the Hewlett Foundation, Koret Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts, San Francisco Foundation, Zellerbach Family Foundation, and with support from individual donors from around the world! Visit www.oigc.org/donate to donate today.

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OIKC Rehearsal
Feb
17

OIKC Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC.
ENROLL TODAY!

COVID: OIGC currently does not require proof of vaccination. However, due to continuing COVID concerns, masks are required at rehearsal until further notice. Any updates in the future will be communicated and all participants in the organization are required to comply with OIGC's COVID Protocols to participate. Find OIGC’s complete COVID protocols at http://www.oigc.org/governance.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and at 3328 MacArthur Blvd. The rear parking lot is reserved for Staff and ADA.

SPRING 2024 (subject to change)
- SAT, January 20, 3 PM
- SAT, February 17, 3 PM
- Performance: SAT, February 24
- SAT, March 16, 3 PM
- SAT, April 20, 3 PM
- Performance: FRI, May 10, 7 PM
- SAT, May 18, 3 PM & Performance

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OIKC Rehearsal
Jan
20

OIKC Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC.
ENROLL TODAY!

COVID: OIGC currently does not require proof of vaccination. However, due to continuing COVID concerns, masks are required at rehearsal until further notice. Any updates in the future will be communicated and all participants in the organization are required to comply with OIGC's COVID Protocols to participate. Find OIGC’s complete COVID protocols at http://www.oigc.org/governance.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and at 3328 MacArthur Blvd. The rear parking lot is reserved for Staff and ADA.

SPRING 2024 (subject to change)
- SAT, January 20, 3 PM
- SAT, February 17, 3 PM
- Performance: SAT, February 24
- SAT, March 16, 3 PM
- SAT, April 20, 3 PM
- Performance: FRI, May 10, 7 PM
- SAT, May 18, 3 PM & Performance

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2nd Yuletide Youth Holiday Concert
Dec
16

2nd Yuletide Youth Holiday Concert

2nd Yuletide Youth Holiday Concert

SAT, December 16, 2023 – 2:00 PM (Add to Calendar)
Roosevelt Middle School Auditorium (map)

$25 General Admission
$15 Students/Seniors

FREE for Oakland Unified School District students and their families! Just show up and sign in!

Support the OIGC Youth Tour to Vancouver by purchasing See’s Candies for the holidays!

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OIKC Rehearsal
Dec
16

OIKC Rehearsal

Visit www.oigc.org/oikc for more information about the Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir!

Season 38: Fall/Winter Rehearsals

  • SAT, August 19, 3pm to 5pm

  • MON, September 18, 4:45pm to 5:45pm

  • SAT, October 21, 4pm to 5pm

  • SAT, November 18, 3pm to 5pm

  • SAT, December 16, 12:30 to 1:30pm

PERFORMANCES

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OIKC Rehearsal
Nov
18

OIKC Rehearsal

Visit www.oigc.org/oikc for more information about the Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir!

Season 38: Fall/Winter Rehearsals

  • SAT, August 19, 3pm to 5pm

  • MON, September 18, 4:45pm to 5:45pm

  • SAT, October 21, 4pm to 5pm

  • SAT, November 18, 3pm to 5pm

  • SAT, December 16, 12:30 to 1:30pm

PERFORMANCES

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Getting To Know You Concert
Oct
21

Getting To Know You Concert

Getting To Know You

The OIGC family has expanded now to 7 ensembles! What’s the difference between the Oakland Interfaith Youth Choir and the Oakland Youth Chorus? There’s a kids’ choir? Does the Community Choir sing Black gospel music too? How many people are in each group?

At this concert, the OIGC family will perform for each other!

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OIKC Rehearsal
Oct
21

OIKC Rehearsal

Visit www.oigc.org/oikc for more information about the Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir!

Season 38: Fall/Winter Rehearsals

  • SAT, August 19, 3pm to 5pm

  • MON, September 18, 4:45pm to 5:45pm

  • SAT, October 21, 4pm to 5pm

  • SAT, November 18, 3pm to 5pm

  • SAT, December 16, 12:30 to 1:30pm

PERFORMANCES

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OIKC Rehearsal
Sep
18

OIKC Rehearsal

Visit www.oigc.org/oikc for more information about the Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir!

Season 38: Fall/Winter Rehearsals

  • SAT, August 19, 3pm to 5pm

  • MON, September 18, 4:45pm to 5:45pm

  • SAT, October 21, 4pm to 5pm

  • SAT, November 18, 3pm to 5pm

  • SAT, December 16, 12:30 to 1:30pm

PERFORMANCES

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OIKC Open House Rehearsal
Aug
19

OIKC Open House Rehearsal

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement. Opportunities for performances build confidence and singers learn to work as a team.

Visit www.oigc.org/oikc for more information about the Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir!

Season 38: Fall/Winter Rehearsals

  • SAT, August 19, 3pm to 5pm

  • MON, September 18, 4:45pm to 5:45pm

  • SAT, October 21, 4pm to 5pm

  • SAT, November 18, 3pm to 5pm

  • SAT, December 16, 12:30 to 1:30pm

PERFORMANCES

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All Choir Potluck
Aug
5

All Choir Potluck

The All-Choir Potluck is on Saturday, August 5!

Kick off "Season 38: Living in Harmony" with the annual All-Choir Potluck! Come meet the board and members of the OIGC family. Bring your friends, family, and a dish to share. See you soon!

View map for specific location and parking.

Potluck and Hangout
10:30am ~ 3pm

LOCATION
Alameda Crown Memorial State Beach, Mariner's Lagoon Picnic Area. View map for location and parking

THE POTLUCK

  • Bring whatever you’d like to share for ~10-12 folks

  • No alcohol is permitted at this site.

  • There are park grills if you want to use them, but you will be responsible for bringing your own grill stuff.

  • Plates, utensils, serving utensils, ice, and drink bucket provided.

OTHER NOTES

  • There is little to no shade, and plenty of wide open spaces.

  • Feel free to bring your own chairs, sunshade, picnic blanket, frisbee, football, etc.

  • As it is the Bay Area, and with this site in particular closer to the bay – DRESS IN LAYERS! Prepare for the sun as well as the cold!

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