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Vote for Lakeshore: The Best of Oakland!
Support the neighborhood by voting for our Lakeshore businesses in Oakland Magazine’s Best of Oakland issue. It’s fast, easy, and a benefit to the community! Also, some comings and goings on the Avenue.
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Miscellaneous Important Stuff – June 2024
In addition to the Splashpad News Wish List, we have several Farmers Market items, a tribute to a neighbor, Alan Shearer, who just died, and to a restaurant, Lakeshore Cafe, that just closed.
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On Air: Meet Joe White
Joe White roams the neighborhood with his Scottish Terrier, Jelly Roll Morton, but more than walking and saving dogs in the neighborhood, he is an animator and his Soundcloud program “White at Night” is a tribute to the music and musicians that he admires.
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On the Street: Timing (and input) is everything
The plan to rework the traffic flows on Grand Avenue has been controversial. This month we look at the timing for how and when any plans will be implemented.
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June 2024 Calendar
Start the month with a garden tour or reggae music on the first weekend; go to the Rainbow Fair to celebrate pride on the 9th, and see movies, webinars, and talks throughout the month.
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Much more than a thrift store
Urban Furniture & Boutique may be a thrift store, but it also provides housing, employment, and supportive services to single moms. Meet Tracey Williams, its visionary founder and see how you can get involved.
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Oakland’s Bicycle Plan
Learn about Oakland’s visionary Bike Plan which is guiding the remaking of miles of Oakland streets.
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Bike riders shop, too!
There are at least two sides to every controversy—often many more. Here’s one neighbor’s take on why making Grand Avenue more bike-friendly will be a boon to riders, pedestrians, and business owners.
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Important Miscellaneous Stuff
Publishing this newsletter is a learning experience; mistakes get made and, hopefully, are not repeated. Also, a new restaurant is on its way, and a Farmers Market vendor is recognized by KQED.
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In Bloom: A Tour Through Ann Nichols’ Garden Paradise
Sometimes a garden is much more than its plants. Meet Ann Nichols and her undulating, whimsical, and always changing nationally-renowned garden located here in the Grand Lake neighborhood.
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Hipline: More Than Just a Dance Floor
What’s happening on Lakeshore? Meet Hipline: it’s as much a movement as it is a dance studio. Also, get your roller skates out to support the LGBTQ Cultural District’s first fundraiser. And thanks to the Spring Event supporters.
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Onwards and Upwards: Annie Wong and Annie’s T Cakes
Annie’s T Cakes, a staple at the Farmers Market for the last few years, recently called it quits at the market, but not before building a moon cake empire and being part of the movie premiere for an Oscar-winning film.
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Earth Day in the Grand Lake Neighborhood
Join Ken Katz on his tour of Earth Day events around the neighborhood and Lake Merritt.
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May 2024 Calendar
From May Fest to history to botany to film, you can entertain and educate yourself every day of May—on zoom and in person.
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Businesses or Bikes?
The plan to reorganize traffic patterns on Grand Avenue will be great for bicyclists but may be a disaster for businesses and those in cars. Learn more and weigh in!
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Grand Avenue Merchant News
This month, we’ll hear a positive restaurant rumor, meet Miguel Lopez at Boxing for Health, celebrate Smitty’s grand opening, say goodbye to Grand Jewelry Repair after 30 years, persevere with cupcakes at The Sanctuary, welcome the OPD to their new neighborhood office, volunteer at Urban Furniture, remember Walden Pond Book’s founder Marshall Curatolo….and more!
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Lakeshore Avenue Updates
The Avenue celebrated spring with the Hop & Shop Parade and Derby Contest; a new clothing shop opens; Philz is coming; and two restaurants participated in Oakland Restaurant Week.
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What’s up at Splash Pad Park?
Things were looking bleak at Splash Pad Park, but with increased gardening and carpentry staff and crews of volunteers, the park is blooming and the grounds are getting revived.
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David and Laurie, a love story
David Frankfield was our neighbor though he didn’t have a home. Laurie Brown befriended David and worked to support him. This is the first in a series of stories about the life of someone who was homeless in Oakland for 26 years, and someone else who did so much to help.
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Lloyd Meadows Goes with the Flow
Our neighbor Lloyd Meadows has been making a living and entertaining the masses as the lead singer and rub-board player for two major Bay Area Zydeco bands. Learn more about his life and music.
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Promoting the Farmers’ Market and living one’s values
Meet Megan Hertzler. She goes to the Farmers’ Market each week not just to buy the luscious goods and produce but also to photograph it. The Market has truly been a lifesaver for her.
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Eve Lurie, Web Designer Extraordinaire
The Splashpad News’ new website was designed and built by Eve Lurie. Since webmasters are often the unsung heroes, we wanted to sing Eve’s praises and tell her story.
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April 2024 Calendar
From bird walks at Lake Merritt to virtual travel to Italy and experiencing the solar eclipse from the eyes of NASA, there’s so much to do. Enjoy the possibilities, both in person and online.
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Farmers’ Market Entertainment Calendar – April 2024
See who’s performing at the Farmers’ Market this month!
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Grand Lake Neighbors — March 2024 Minutes
The main topic of this month’s meeting was local crime and finding solutions. Lakeshore Homes reps presented their work to get license-reading cameras. Learn more about it!
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Odds & Ends
What does it mean when HOAs install license plate cameras? And we say goodbye to a few of our neighborhood restaurants that closed recently.
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Grand Avenue Merchant News – March 2024
This month’s Grand Avenue update takes you on the February 8 Art Walk, which visited about 14 local businesses. Of course we also get the latest news, and also a history of the art walks and First Thursday events on Grand.
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Neighbor Profile
This month’s Neighbor Profile is about Jenny Roberts. Is she a lawyer? A tech worker? She could be, but instead she has found her calling as an artist and comedian—with a performance coming up at Yoshi’s on March 26. Check out her story and let’s make it a neighborhood event!
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Grand Lake Neighbors
Meetings are now every other month, so no minutes this time. But for more information about Grand Lake Neighbors, check out this story.
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Bad dream or a sideshow?
Sideshows are held in the middle of the night and may insert themselves into your dreams. What are sideshows? How are they dangerous? What can be done about them?
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