Why Build a Parklet?
They’re called parklets but they’re often more like outdoor café dining areas. These sidewalk extensions are parklets because of their roots. In 2005, the clever folks at ReBar had a plan to take back some … Continue reading
Art, Anti-Fracking & Asian Food
Density, diversity, and being part of a larger urban context enlivens Oakland and other Bay Area Cities and makes them exciting places to live and visit. Saturday, Jan and I skipped the … Continue reading
Placemaking
I’ve been posting about all things local here in the East Bay. What about you and the place where you live? What do you love about your neighborhood? What would make it even … Continue reading
Longfellow: A Vibrant Neighborhood
I read a thoughtful blog post a few weeks ago from The Girl Next Door is Black, and it inspired me to write about Longfellow. For the last few years, I’ve worked and walked in Longfellow, … Continue reading
Creating Art and Community at Maxwell Park
This East Oakland park features mosaics created by the local community. Nancy Karigaca and Beverly Shalom are co-coordinators for the mosaic tile project: “My priority has been to work on … Continue reading
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