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Summer is here...

It is sunny and warm, school is almost out and it seems like everyone is looking for something fun to do. It is time to get outside and enjoy the wonderful town of Oakland. Time to tailgate at a baseball game or cool down with a little breeze from the bay. Take time to enjoy the town you love and maybe even try out something new like one of this month's reviewed restaurants. As always, don't forget to represent your town with some great Oakland apparel from the RepOakland apparel page.

Sun and food go hand in hand

As we continue our Oakland food reviews, Otowneater takes a different look at another great spot. Below is a sample from this month's review. Click here or on the link below to visit the restaurant reviews section of our site and read the full review.

The Way South

By Otown Eater

While the ambience alone is enough to draw in the curious diner, the bar offers an alluring choice of cocktails and the frequently changing menu always introduces a dozen or so tempting dishes. Rumbo Al Sur’s fare is inspired by cuisine from Central and South America, with a modern, elegant twist. Share a bowl of the menu’s current mussel offering (such as Mussels Moqueca with Tomatoes, Coconut Milk, Cilantro & Malagueta Peppers). Try a Chiles Relleno with house made ricotta...

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June Events

Summer is here with sunshine and plenty of outdoor Oakland events. Hit up a baseball game, see a concert or eat out at a great Oakland eatery. Below are a few of our upcoming favorites.

Friday May 25 - September 07

From the Golden Gate Bridge to Oakland

Art/Exhibits Tour/Cruise Outdoors

In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge, The Port of Oakland and Oakland International Airport OAK present a juried art exhibition titled, From the Golden Gate Bridge to Oakland: Trade and Tourism.

Venue: Oakland Museum of California

Website: http://museumca.org/

Sunday June 03

Van Halen

Music

Legendary rocker Van Halen comes to the ORACLE Arena this summer.

Venue: ORACLE Arena

Website: http://www.coliseum.com/events/show.php?id=1327025027

Wednesday June 06 - August 29 (12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.)

Summer Sounds Concerts

Music Outdoors Kids

Free outdoor concerts every Wednesday. Enjoy live music and much more. Every Wednesday

Venue: City Center Plaza

Website: http://www.oaklandcitycenter.com/events

Saturday June 22, 23, & 24

Oakland Athletics vs. San Francisco Giants

Sport

Venue: Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

Website: http://oakland.athletics.mlb.com/schedule/index.jsp?c_id=oak&year=2012#y=2012&m=6&calendar=DEFAULT

Saturday June 23 - June 24 (10:00 a.m.)

The Great American Backyard Campout

Outdoors Kids

Turn off televisions, iPods, video games, computers and cell phones to connect with nature, family and friends at The Great American Backyard Campout at Joaquin Miller Park.

Venue: Joaquin Miller Park

Website: http://www2.oaklandnet.com/oakca1/groups/opr/documents/marketingmaterial/oak034504.jpeg

Check out a full list of events at the Visit Oakland website .

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