by Kathleen Boergers As predicted in last month’s Splash Pad News, Peet’s on Lakeshore reopened in April in its renovated, expanded space! The lengthy expansion project included taking over the space next door (formerly The Burrito Shop) and removing the dividing wall. But that bland recounting does not convey the full scope of the remodel. […]
Kathleen Boergers
Charlie’s Smoke Shop Reborn
“Charlie’s Smoke Shop Reborn” by Kathleen Boergers Long time residents of the Grand Lake area fondly remember the Grand Lake (a.k.a. Charlie’s) Smoke Shop with its iconic red awning. Located on the corner of Lake Park and Grand Avenues, adjacent to the Grand Lake Theatre, it was a community touchstone beginning in 1931. Over the […]
ALCHEMY BOTTLE SHOP TURNS THREE
Last month’s blog was about Aisle 5, a new neighbor at 3320 Grand Avenue. This month, I’m focusing on Alchemy Bottle Shop, which is just a few doors down the block at 3256 Grand. It’s been a favorite of mine ever since they opened three years ago. It’s a perfect time to be discussing Alchemy, since they’ll […]
Aisle 5 Opens for Business on Grand Avenue
Aisle 5 Oakland, a welcome spot for the neighborhood on Grand Avenue, right next to Walden Pond Books, is now open for business. A visit Saturday afternoon showed the potential for the space to be a popular community spot, with over half of the tables filled with young families. The bar and high top tables were […]
Revitalized Astro Tot Lot Nears Completion
The Astro Tot Lot Revitalization began to take shape in early December, thanks to a large group of volunteers coordinated by Abel Guillen’s office and with assistance from the Parks and Recreation Department, PG&E, and KaBOOM. Since then, the community has awaited the finishing touches that need to be completed before the fences can come down. An […]