05/29/2026
✨ The Connect | May Edition ✨
Hello YRD Friends & Family!
Join us for the May edition of The Connect, hosted by YRD Oakland — our monthly gathering celebrating YRD Oakland members, local entrepreneurs, community leaders, and the businesses shaping our neighborhood.
🌟 Highlighted Member: Latashia Perry of Perry’s Place
📅 Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Smokin Woods BBQ
4307 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609
🤝 Resource Partner: Regional Center of the East Bay
Come enjoy an evening of networking, connection, and community. Meet new faces, share your story, and support our local ecosystem.
We also encourage you to invite family and friends who have children with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This is a great opportunity to connect directly with representatives from the Regional Center and learn about available supports and services.
Resources may include support for children who are:
• On the autism spectrum
• Have an IEP in school
• Experiencing speech delays
• Non-verbal
• Or have other developmental support needs
These services can be life-changing for families who may not yet be connected to them.
Let’s continue to spread awareness, build community, and ensure families have access to the support they deserve. ✨