Come out and support the Wood Street Community for a special work-in-progress screening and fundraiser for the documentary Wood Street — a gripping film that follows members of Oakland’s largest homeless encampment as they fight the city and state against eviction from their long-term community.
This intimate film centers on John and LaMonté—two unhoused men turned community leaders—who organize their neighbors in the face of displacement, addiction, and a failing social system. Their story is a powerful testament to resilience, solidarity, and the right to remain.
Directed by award-winning journalist Caron Creighton, Wood Street is currently in post-production and has received support from SFFILM, the Sundance Institute, Brown Girls Doc Mafia, Black Public Media, Bay Area Video Coalition and the Berkeley Film Foundation.
We will show some scenes from the work-in-progress film, with the director and members of the Wood Street Commons present for a panel discussion after the screening.
Location: 1501 Harrison St., Oakland CA
Doors open: 6PM
Screening starts: 6:30PM
Price: The event is free with an RSVP — and you are welcome to donate what you want. Please make donations to our crowdfunding campaign.
Please note:
- The event space is about 1/2 block from 12th St. BART, some street parking is available.
- Ride-shares can drop off and pick up directly in front of the venue.
- Limited space available. If you cannot attend, please return your ticket so someone else can take it.
Accessibility:
- Masks required at all times in the space.
- There are no steps to enter the space. More info on access needs can be found on Moments Co-op website.