Free 20-Minute Photo Coaching Session with Camera or Lens

Looking Glass Photographic Outfitters

Here in Berkeley, Looking Glass Photo is where gear, guidance, and community come together—since 1971. We’re a boutique-style camera shop that outfits photographers with exactly what they need and nothing they don’t. That means real conversations, hands-on help, and curated solutions across top brands like Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Sony and more. We carry new gear, offer a thoughtful selection of preowned and consignment cameras and lenses, and place special orders when the perfect fit isn’t on the shelf. Learning is at the heart of what we do. Join our small-group classes and workshops, sign up for photo adventures in the wild (from tide pools to elk rut season), or dig into image reviews and practical technique sessions. Our Rentals program makes it easy to test drive the latest bodies, lenses, lighting and accessories—perfect for a weekend project or a big assignment—while our “Try Before You Buy” and paid Gear Outfitting service help you make confident choices. What makes us unique? Personalized coaching before and after a purchase, community-driven events (including our Photo Friends network), and a values-driven approach that puts longevity and stewardship first. We stand behind the gear we sell, keep darkroom and printing essentials flowing, and cheer on your growth every step of the way. Whether you’re brand-new to photography or a seasoned pro, Looking Glass is your trusted partner for classes, adventures, rentals, consignment and used gear, and a welcoming community that lifts each other up.

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Here in Berkeley, Looking Glass Photo is where gear, guidance, and community come together—since 1971. We’re a boutique-style camera shop that...

Personal Training with Unlimited DEXA and VO2 Max

Custom Fit

Most training programs run on guesswork. Custom Fit replaces it with measurement. At its San Francisco studios, Personal Training and Partner Training memberships include unlimited DEXA body-composition scans and VO2 max testing — diagnostics usually sold one scan at a time or reserved for specialized clinics. Custom Fit members can test as often as they train. The reasoning is straightforward. A DEXA scan measures fat, lean muscle, and bone density with clinical precision. A VO2 max test measures the body's maximum oxygen uptake, one of the strongest predictors of cardiovascular fitness and long-term health. Run those tests on a regular cadence and a member can see exactly what is changing, where, and whether a program is working — rather than relying on the scale or the mirror. That is the idea behind Custom Fit's positioning: not a gym, a performance lab. Every program is built from a member's measured body composition and cardiovascular capacity, then adjusted as the data moves. The goal is to eliminate the guesswork that defines most fitness routines and to treat training as something you can verify. The model also brings longevity diagnostics that usually live in concierge medicine into a routine training week. Body composition and cardiovascular capacity are central markers of how well a person is aging, and regular testing keeps those numbers visible rather than treating them as an occasional, expensive add-on. Custom Fit operates in Hayes Valley (323 Octavia Street), on Market Street (1844 Market), and with a Downtown San Francisco location on Battery Street (570 Battery) opening soon. Personal Training, Partner Training, and select memberships include the testing. More information is available at customfitsf.com.

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Hangout Pizza & Pub

Looking for the best pizza in Albany, CA? Hangout Pizza &amp; Pub offers a unique fusion of artisan pizzas, authentic Himalayan momos, and classic pub favorites like buffalo wings and pasta. Located in the heart of Albany, we feature a wide selection of craft beers on draft, live sports, and weekly karaoke nights. Whether you're looking for a family dinner or late-night food near Berkeley, we provide fresh ingredients and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. Save 15% on your order when you buy directly from our website using code: hangout15. Order online today for fast takeout or delivery!

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Congratulations to Saint Mary's High Track Coach Jay Lawson on being named East Bay Boys Track and Field Coach of the Year! <a href="http://www.insidebayarea.com/high-school-sports/ci_18390365" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">See the July 1, 2011 story in the C.C. Times.</a> Jay is a Berkeley native, 1981 alumnus of the school, track standout himself, and 24-year coach and Math teacher at Saint Mary's, with a long family history at the school.

Congratulations to Saint Mary's High Track Coach Jay Lawson on being named East Bay Boys Track and Field Coach of the Year!

<a href="http://www.insidebayarea.com/high-school-sports/ci_18390365" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">See the July 1, 2011 story in the C.C. Times.</a> Jay is a Berkeley native, 1981 alumnus of the school, track standout himself, and 24-year coach and Math teacher at Saint Mary's, with a long family history at the school.

Saint Mary's Jay Lawson - Track Coach of the Year!

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Join Five Little Monkeys for their HUGE June Warehouse Sale!
Up to 75% off retail prices, including: Returns Clearance Overstock In-Store Demos Discounted Items Damaged &amp; Distressed Items Packaging with Dents &amp; Dings
BONUS SAVINGS! Spend $100 or more and save an extra 25% off your ENTIRE purchase!
Saturday, June 27 9AM-3PM 5327 Jacuzzi Street, Suite 4T Richmond
**All sales final. Not valid with any other offer, discount or previous purchase. Store credit &amp; gift certificates are non-redeemable.

Local Event: Five Little Monkeys June Warehouse Sale

Five Little Monkeys June Warehouse Sale

Join Five Little Monkeys for their HUGE June Warehouse Sale!
Up to 75% off retail prices, including: Returns Clearance...

Tiffany Roberts Soccer Field

Semi-final soccer vibes in San Ramon!
Enjoy quality, entertaining, playoff soccer in San Ramon this Saturday evening! The teams competing in The League for Clubs have some of the best amateur talent in Northern California.&nbsp;
Don’t miss this match!&nbsp;
#1 seed San Ramon FC hosts #4 seed CV Fuego u23s at Tiffany Roberts Field in San Ramon. Kickoff is at 6pm. Free admission and free parking.
When these two teams meet, you can expect exciting, attacking soccer, and multiple goals.&nbsp;
CV&nbsp;Fuego beat San Ramon&nbsp;FC&nbsp;4-3 in the league's regular season.
If you’re enjoying the World Cup on TV, come watch a soccer match live and in person! Quality, competitive men’s soccer is just minutes from home.
What's At Stake The winner of this semi-final match will advance to the conference championship and play for the trophy and the right to represent the west region in The League&nbsp;For Clubs and compete for the national title in Dallas, Texas in late July.
If San Ramon wins the semi-final, the club will host the NorCal Conference championship match July 11 or 12 at Tiffany Roberts Field.

Local Event: Men's Soccer Semi-Final Match Saturday Night! Free Admission.

San Ramon

Men's Soccer Semi-Final Match Saturday Night!...

Semi-final soccer vibes in San Ramon!
Enjoy quality, entertaining, playoff soccer in San Ramon this Saturday evening! The teams...

Men's Soccer Semi-Final Match Saturday Night! Free Admission.

John Hinkel Park

Actors Ensemble's first production of our 2026 Summer Season in the beautiful John Hinkel Park is&nbsp;Alice in Wonderland, adapted by Brainerd Duffield from the book by Lewis Carroll&nbsp;and directed by Michael Sally.&nbsp; Free-of-charge, reservations encouraged (especially for those in wheelchairs or with limited mobility) but not necessary.&nbsp;&nbsp;Presented Saturdays/Sundays &amp;&nbsp;holidays beginning Friday, July 3rd through Sunday July 19th, 2026, all&nbsp;at 4 p.m. Alice in Wonderland&nbsp;is the classic tale of young Alice, who follows the White Rabbit into a magical and mystifying world of March Hare's, Cheshire Cats, Mock Turtles, and Mad Hatters -&nbsp;among other classic characters who have enchanted young and old since Lewis Carroll first wrote down these tales to amuse himself and Alice.&nbsp; Join us this summer as we fall down the rabbit hole together! 
With:&nbsp;
Frog Footman/King of Hearts - Patrice Binaisa White Rabbit - Paul Bisesi Dormouse - Breezy/Desilva Mad Hatter - Natalie Buck-Bauer March Hare - Ryan Chu Red Queen/Cook - Megan Darzynkiewicz White Queen - Veronica Dolginko Alice - Pilar Gonzalez Mouse/Knave of Hearts - Joseph Hirsch Duchess - Helen Kim Tweedle Dum/5 of Spades - Avery May Tweedle Dee/2 of Spades - Eshani More Humpty Dumpty/Cheshire Cat - Erin K. Perry Queen of Hearts - Virgie Poole Fish Footman/Mock Turtle - Joshua Roberts Catepillar/Gryphon - Jean-Paul Zuhur Costumes by Lyre Alston. Set design by Kirsten Yamaguchi. Props by Susan Dunn. Graphics by Sophie Ruf. Photos by Jane Shamaeva. Stage Management by Arden Somers.&nbsp;

Local Event: Alice in Wonderland - Free Theater in the Park

Alice in Wonderland - Free Theater in the Park

Actors Ensemble's first production of our 2026 Summer Season in the beautiful John Hinkel Park is Alice in Wonderland, adapted...

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City of Richmond Community Services Recreation presents the July 3rd Fireworks Showcase 2026.
Join us on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Marina Bay Park for our annual community celebration featuring music, food, and activities for all ages. The evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks show beginning at 9:15 pm.
Bring your family, friends, and festive spirit as we come together for one of Richmond’s favorite summer traditions.

Local Event: July 3rd Fireworks Showcase

July 3rd Fireworks Showcase

City of Richmond Community Services Recreation presents the July 3rd Fireworks Showcase 2026.
Join us on Friday, July 3, 2026,...

July 3rd Fireworks Showcase 2026Friday, July 3, 2026 - 5-10 p.m.<a href="https://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/Calendar.aspx?EID=23116" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From the city of Richmond:</a>"City of Richmond Community Services Recreation presents the July 3rd Fireworks Showcase 2026.
"Join us on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Marina Bay Park for our annual community celebration featuring music, food, and activities for all ages. The evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks show beginning at 9:15 pm.
"Bring your family, friends, and festive spirit as we come together for one of Richmond’s favorite summer traditions."<a href="https://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/Calendar.aspx?EID=23116" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>-- Image via Shutterstock

Local Event: July 3rd Fireworks Showcase 2026: Marina Bay Park, Richmond

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July 3rd Fireworks Showcase 2026Friday, July 3, 2026 - 5-10 p.m.From the city of Richmond:"City of Richmond Community Services...

July 3rd Fireworks Showcase 2026: Marina Bay Park, Richmond

Rick & Roxy's

Celebrate America 250 at San Francisco’s Biggest Fourth of July Pub Crawl
San Francisco knows how to throw a Fourth of July party and this year’s celebration will be bigger than usual. On Saturday, July 4, 2026, the annual Fourth of July Pub Crawl returns to the Marina for a day of drink specials, DJs, contests, party favors &amp; Independence Day fun.
The Fourth of July Pub Crawl has been bringing people together for more than 15 years. Thousands of guests have taken part over the years, making it one of the largest Independence Day parties in the San Francisco Bay Area. Whether you live nearby or are visiting for the weekend, the event offers an easy way to meet people, visit some of the Marina’s favorite bars, and start the holiday before heading toward the waterfront for the fireworks.
<a href="https://www.july4sf.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Fourth of July Pub Crawl 2026</a>
The pub crawl takes place from 2PM to 10PM at more than 10 bars in San Francisco’s Marina District
Participating bars include: Jaxson, Union Street Ale House, Wizards &amp; Wands, The Blue Light, Rick &amp; Roxy’s, Palm House, White Rabbit, The Brixton, Westwood, Comet Club &amp; more
There is no required route. Guests receive a pub crawl map at check-in and can choose where they would like to go.
Where and When to Check In
All participants should begin at Rick &amp; Roxy’s:
Rick &amp; Roxy’s 2131 Lombard Street San Francisco, CA 94123
Check-in is available from 2PM to 8PM.
At check-in, you can pick up their event wristband and pub crawl map. The wristband provides access to the drink specials and activities at participating locations.
Arriving earlier gives you more time to visit the bars, take part in the contests and enjoy the daytime side of the celebration. It can also make meeting up with a group much easier before the Marina gets busier later in the afternoon.
 The San Francisco Hot Dog Eating Contest
One of the biggest parts of the event is the annual San Francisco Hot Dog Eating Contest. See some of San Francisco's best amateur competitive eaters throw down some hot dogs for their chance to be the San Francisco Hot Dog Eating Champion for 2026!
Click here to sign up for the contest: <a href="https://crawlsf.com/events/san-francisco-fourth-july-pub-crawl-hot-dog-eating-contest/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">crawlsf.com/events/san-francisco-fourth-july-pub-crawl-hot-dog-eating-contest/</a>
Even if you have no interest in entering, watching the contest is part of the experience. The Hot Dog Eating Contest adds a classic American Fourth of July tradition to the party. Hot dogs, cold drinks, cheering crowds, and a little friendly competition are a pretty good match for Independence Day.
 The San Francisco Pie Eating Contest
The hot dogs are not the only food taking center stage. The Fourth of July Pub Crawl will also include the San Francisco Pie Eating Contest. Contestants will race to finish their pie as quickly as possible with no hands allowed.
 What Comes With a Pub Crawl Ticket?
A ticket includes access to the Fourth of July Pub Crawl and its participating venues. Event features include:
<ul><li>Drink specials at participating bars</li><li>Free entry to participating locations</li><li>DJs</li><li>Fourth of July party favors</li><li>The Find the Gnome Contest</li><li>The San Francisco Hot Dog Eating Contest</li><li>The San Francisco Pie Eating Contest</li><li>A pub crawl map</li><li>Access to more than 10 Marina bars</li></ul>

The Find the Gnome Contest
The Find the Gnome Contest gives participants another reason to crawl! Gnomes will be hidden in some of the participating bars and if you find one, you can win some awesome prizes. Finding them may take a sharp eye, a good guess or a little luck.
 Start at the Pub Crawl and Finish With Fireworks
One of the best things about the event is its location.
The Marina is close to several popular areas for viewing the San Francisco Fourth of July fireworks. After spending the afternoon at the pub crawl, participants can make their way toward the waterfront for the evening show.
Marina Green, Fort Mason and areas near the northern waterfront may offer views depending on weather and visibility. San Francisco summer nights can be cool and windy, so bringing a jacket is a smart move even if the afternoon feels warm.
San Francisco Fireworks Details: <a href="https://crawlsf.com/independence-day-fireworks-in-the-bay-area/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">crawlsf.com/independence-day-fireworks-in-the-bay-area/</a>
The pub crawl runs until 10PM, but guests who want to watch the fireworks can leave the participating bars earlier and walk toward their preferred viewing area.
Make the Most of July 4 in San Francisco
The Fourth of July Pub Crawl offers more than a place to grab a drink. It creates a full afternoon of games, contests, music, food and holiday activities across one of San Francisco’s best nightlife areas.
This year’s America 250 celebration makes the event even more special. It is a chance to take part in a major anniversary while enjoying a party that has been part of San Francisco’s Fourth of July weekend for over 15 years.
Check in at Rick &amp; Roxy’s, pick up your wristband and map, and get ready for San Francisco’s biggest Fourth of July party.

Local Event: The San Francisco Fourth of July Pub Crawl and Hot Dog Eating Contest

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