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Also, don't miss Winter Makers Market — A Mindful Market Collab on the Alameda Patch calendar

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Hello again Alameda! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How an Alameda young adult found purpose in a unique sewing academy

Also on today's calendar: Winter Makers Market — A Mindful Market Collab and 9 more events.

Find out what's happening in Alamedafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: What did the stop sign say to the yield sign? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Alamedafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Monday: Fog, then some sun, with a high of 55 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Areas of morning fog, temps: high: 63, low: 55.
  • Wednesday: A passing morning shower, with a high of 62 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Share the Spirit: Nonprofit offers enrichment for the neurodivergent (mercurynews.com) — An Alameda 20-year-old is finding confidence and job skills through the Social Justice Sewing Academy’s Social Connection program, which serves neurodivergent adults across the East Bay. Cooking classes helped him discover a culinary talent, and members now hope to launch a Sweet Spectrum Company food truck. The nonprofit is seeking donations, materials, and skilled volunteers to expand opportunities and community connections.
   

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  • Oakland Public Education Fund Receives $1 Million Unrestricted Grant from Anonymous Donor —C Lupella Read on Patch
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    Concha was LOST on December 13, 2025 in Oakland, CA 94621 near Church &Avenal Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Woodstock)
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🗞 Nearby News

Oakland

  • Building Permits Issued For 6501 Shattuck Avenue in Bushrod, North Oakland (sfyimby.com)
  • Unsettling Advent 2025, Day 15 (wordandway.org)
  • Bay Area Jewish community mourns Australian terrorist attack coinciding with Hanukkah (eastbaytimes.com)

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