Local News, Events and Activities

The Oakland Magazine and Alameda Magazine had a May/June 2011 Issue Launch Party at the Holistic Veterinary Care, 4382 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA, 94611.   It was a great time held by all and a wonderful chance to see the inside of the Holistic Veterinary Care’s where veterinary medicine and holistic principles come ...

Sign the Petition to Save Blair Park/Moraga Canyon The city of Piedmont along with other organizations has planned an Arbor Day celebration where they will plant a single tree. At the same time, the cities government plans to demolish more than 100 trees as part of the Blair Park project. Huh?     I have seen the yard sign ...

Paying down mortgage is usually not financially wise. It’s always been a big controversy in our household if it truly makes sense to pay off your mortgage sooner by making extra payments. I think this article very clearly reminds people if their concern is job security, holding the extra funds you have in cash makes a lot more ...

California Realtors Offer Mortgage Assistance for Unemployed The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) recently launched a new program that allows home sellers to purchase mortgage protection coverage and offer it as an additional incentive to home buyers who purchase their home. MAKING SENSE OF THE STORY FOR CONSUMERS * The ...

I love this article about how much a difference staging makes but also have to say I have talented clients who have an eye for “the look.” My clients who recently sold their home on Circle Hill in Oakland did all the staging themselves. Agents came in to see the house and would ask me “who was the stager.” Now ...

One simple way to Support Local Businesses is to Shop Locally.Did you know for every $100 spent in independently owned stores, $68 returns to the community through taxes, payroll, and other expenditures? If you spend $100 in a national chain, only $43 stays in the city. Wow! Of course if you spend online then zero dollars comes home. ...

With gorgeous weather like we’ve had this week it’s hard to believe we’re in November! But, don’t let the holiday events sneak up on you. I love plugging events into my calendar so when the day comes, if I feel like going out, I have somewhere to go. This is always a festive event and one worth attending. When else would ...

To see the latest photos of the Rockridge Center Safeway Development (present and proposed) go to http://www.rockridge.org/safewayRockCent.html   The Rockridge Shopping Center is located at the corner of Broadway and Pleasant Valley. Public comments are encouraged. Now is your chance for your voice to be heard!

The Maker Faire is coming to Oakland this Sunday, October 24th! Over 100 exhibits, activities, workshops, craft booths, and bands, all in spirit of do-it-yourself. Build and launch a rocket, operate a fire sculpture, learn beekeeping, experience pedal-powered amusement rides, watch glassblowing, make a Halloween costume, shop cool ...

Its ok if you missed the Grand Opening this last Thursday, Salsa is back in Oakland, every Thursday at Karibbean City, 1408 Webster St. Live music, dancing, you can't go wrong!  My feet can't wait!