Sights + Sounds

On today's show, a majestic statue from Mexico is putting smiles on people’s faces in the Fruitvale neighborhood, and sending a message about immigration. Then, a children’s book about a Vietnamese-American girl who accidentally tears a family heirloom. We hear from the author and illustrator of this sweet story. Finally, a jazzy, soulful musical transports audiences to the Fillmore in the 1950s.

A majestic statue from Mexico is putting smiles on people’s faces in the Fruitvale neighborhood, and sending a message about immigration.

A children’s book about a Vietnamese-American girl who accidentally tears a family heirloom. We hear from the author and illustrator of this sweet story.

A jazzy, soulful musical takes audiences to the Fillmore in the 1950s and present day.

The Marsh Theatre's upcoming play is about how we handle grief when our pets die.

The Oakland Public Conservatory of Music is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Their founding Director Angela Wellman talks about the conservatory's legacy and why she's retiring.

On this week's episode of "Sights + Sounds Picks," 'Crosscurrents' Host Hana Baba and 'Sights + Sounds' Host Jeneé Darden about their Lit Crawl special guests and what else you can check out at the literary festival.

On today's show, the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Their founding director Angela Wellman talks about that and why she’s retiring. Then, the Marsh Theater's upcoming play about how we handle grief when our pets die. Today’s show is about looking ahead to the next chapter.

On this week's episode of "Sights + Sounds Picks," African American Art and Culture Complex Program Coordinator Ashley Smiley talks about three events that will happen at the center before they temporarily close.

On today’s show, romance writer Jasmine Guillory talks about venturing into YA for her 10th book. Then two cello players from The San Francisco Symphony tell us about how growing up in the Bay Area inspired their musical paths. Finally, we’re strutting into Oakland Style Week, with a local, fine jewelry designer whose pieces have been worn by major celebrities.