Hi, I just joined this tribe. Wanted to introduce myself. I'm currently working with Slim Russell and others on creating a Web and print guide of Oakland arts & culture. I've recently begun my research on Oakland's history and evolution in this regard and would love tips on where to find good information. I'm currently looking at Oakland Heritage and have a meeting next week with Annalee Allen, who is the coordinator for the tours program at City Hall. She has written many interesting articles about Oakland landmarks in the Montclarion, and has also published a fanastic book of old Oakland postcards.

Anyway, it's great that Spokes of a Hub has a presence on Tribe! I've a relative newcomer to the Bay Area, but I've fallen madly in love with Oakland and really look forward to digging in and making a nice nest here. Would also love to join forces with other nests. You can find out more about me at this site: www.redlucite.org

Thanks, and I hope to get to know you all better in the near future! :)