Author

Sara Rowley

Sara is a proud resident of the Clinton/East Lake area of Oakland, where she enjoys her current gig as a stay-at-home mom. She grew up in Minnesota and Colorado before moving to the Bay Area in 2006. She has a background in art and worked as a graphic designer for many years. She feels her connection to the community is best held by exploring new places, asking people about their stories, and bearing witness to the changes surrounding us all.

Sara's Latest Articles

Opinion: Oakland needs to streamline development

Brooklyn Basin’s struggles reveal why Oakland needs stronger coordination for major development projects.

How Has COVID and the Pandemic Impacted Your Life?

Oakland Voices alum reflect on four years since the beginning of the pandemic. Some found new hobbies – mushroom foraging, for example – while others were at turning points in their careers.

Reviews: Chapter 510’s New Youth-Written Books Full of Imagination and Creativity
How to Stay Sane in Difficult Times: Tips from the Experts
Still on Fire: Artist’s Spaces in Oakland
You, Me, Us and the Election
EastSide Arts Alliance Plans Black Cultural Zone
Middle class priced out of Oakland, too
East Oakland residents speak out on Coliseum City plans
Community Wish List for Lake Merritt land