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
Whistling Past the Graveyard
People in Oakland have great places to walk. There’s the East Bay Regional Parks, Lake Merritt, the Bay Trail, Arrowhead Marsh, Joaquin Miller Park, and a bunch of stairway walks through … Continue reading
Puttin’ On the Ritz
After a spectacular day on the coast, we decided to stop at the Ritz Carlton in Half Moon Bay to enjoy the sunset and a cocktail. Upon arrival, we paid $10 for … Continue reading
Creativity Shines in Oakland’s Golden Gate Neighborhood
When the first homes were built, the Golden Gate neighborhood was a town named Klinknerville. The name was changed to Golden Gate before it was annexed by the City of Oakland … 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
Big Sur Roadhouse
One way we live where we are is to travel local. We spent the weekend with the kids in Big Sur, about 150 miles from most of the five-one-oh area … Continue reading
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