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.

Alameda County

Fernando Haro

Bay Area

Berkeley

California

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

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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!

Albany

Looking for the best pizza in Albany, CA? Hangout Pizza & Pub offers a unique fusion of artisan pizzas, authentic Himalayan momos, and classic pub...

Are there hidden accessibility barriers on your website?

Accessibility in Practice

Does your website look great but people still drop off before buying, booking, or signing up? Most small business owners don’t realize accessibility might be the reason. Your site might “pass” an automated scan or look fine visually, but still be impossible to use for people navigating by keyboard, screen reader, or other assistive tech. Automated tools don’t test whether someone can actually fill out a form, complete a purchase, book a service, or make a donation. That’s where accessibility issues tend to hide. In fact, WebAIM’s 2025 Million report found that 94.8% of the top 1,000,000 home pages had detectable Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) failures. That’s where I come in. I run hands-on accessibility reviews that go beyond automated tools. I test your site like a real user would and translate the findings into clear, prioritized fixes you can implement or hand to your developer or designer. Ways to work together: 1. Full Website Accessibility Audit (deep review across your site) 2. Homepage-Only Mini Audit (fast check of your most-visited page) 3. PDF Accessibility Conversion (make PDFs usable with screen readers) 4. Alt Text Writing Packages (product photos, homepage images, posts) 5. Email Signature Accessibility Review (fix a common, overlooked barrier) 6. Social Media Accessibility Quick Review (graphics, captions, links, video basics) and more! What you’ll get (always): 1. Plain-language results 2. A prioritized fix list 3. Practical guidance you can use right away Our approach Transparent pricing • Fast turnaround • WCAG-aligned • ADA/Section 508–informed • Bay Area + remote clients If your site is hard to use, it’s hard to grow. Prioritizing accessibility helps more people access your content, services, and opportunities. contact@accessibilityinpractice.com

San Francisco

San Francisco County

Does your website look great but people still drop off before buying, booking, or signing up? Most small business owners don’t realize...

Cahoots Digital : SEO. & Web Design for the East Bay

Cahoots Digital

Cahoots Digital: Your Bay Area Digital Marketing Partners Mission Statement: At Cahoots Digital, we craft digital experiences that connect, inspire, and uplift. Rooted in the spirit of a “cahoots” — a gathering place for community, vision, and shared purpose — we design exceptional websites, deliver transformative SEO, and achieve unparalleled marketing results for our clients. With a heart for humanity and reverence for our planet, we champion businesses that align with the greater good, fostering authentic connections and driving impact that resonates far beyond the screen. Together, we build a digital world that honors life, community, and purpose. Ready to RISE in search results and captivate your customers online? Cahoots Digital transforms Bay Area businesses into digital powerhouses through expert SEO strategies and stunning website design. Why Choose Cahoots Digital? We understand the unique pulse of the Bay Area market—from San Francisco’s innovation culture to Silicon Valley’s tech ecosystem, Oakland’s entrepreneurial spirit to Marin’s premium markets. Our local expertise means we craft digital solutions that resonate with your community while reaching customers nationwide. Our Services: • SEO Mastery - Climb Google rankings with data-driven strategies that deliver measurable results • Website Design &amp; Development - Custom sites that convert visitors into loyal customers • Regional Market Expertise - Deep understanding of Bay Area business landscape and consumer behavior The Cahoots Advantage: Partnership, not just service. We work in cahoots with you to understand your goals, challenges, and vision. Our collaborative approach ensures every pixel, keyword, and line of code serves your business objectives. Ready to grow together? Let’s join forces and turn your digital presence into your biggest competitive advantage.

Cahoots Digital: Your Bay Area Digital Marketing Partners Mission Statement: At Cahoots Digital, we craft digital experiences that connect, inspire...

WE ARE MOVING!!!!!!!!! LIQUIDATION ESTATE SALE THIS WEEKEND FEB 1ST &amp; 2ND EVERYTHING FROM 50 TO 75% off Upholstery, quilting fabrics, silks, rayons, damasks, linens, shears, shantung knits, BARKCLOTH &amp; MORE PLEASE Shop &amp; Support OUR Small Business   SPECIAL TIMES THIS WEEK Urban Burp/Rare Vintage Fabrics 200 S. Garrard Blvd, Ste 3 - Pt Richmond, CA  94801 - 415-399-8761 - <a href="http://www.urbanburp.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.urbanburp.com</a> T by appt only W - F 11am to 5pm  Sat 10 to 5pm FEB 1ST Sun 11 to 4pm FEB 2ND    Fabric by the pound is now available also   THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE ! Electra

LIQUIDATION ESTATE SALE THIS WEEKEND FEB 1ST &amp; 2ND EVERYTHING FROM 50 TO 75% off Upholstery, quilting fabrics, silks, rayons, damasks,

linens, shears, shantung knits, BARKCLOTH &amp; MORE PLEASE Shop &amp; Support OUR Small Business

SPECIAL TIMES THIS WEEK

Urban Burp/Rare Vintage Fabrics 200 S. Garrard Blvd, Ste 3 - Pt Richmond, CA  94801 - 415-399-8761 - <a href="http://www.urbanburp.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.urbanburp.com</a> T by appt only W - F 11am to 5pm

Sat 10 to 5pm FEB 1ST Sun 11 to 4pm FEB 2ND    Fabric by the pound is now available also

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE ! Electra

Vintage Fabric store Liquidation sale

Local Voices

Rockridge

Contra Costa County

El Cerrito

Piedmont

Alameda

Angela Woodall

Lamorinda

Pinole-Hercules

Pleasant Hill

Walnut Creek

Hillside Club

Join us for an exciting evening of vocal jazz as we welcome in harmony, the acclaimed &amp; multi talented, Tiffany Austin! Tiffany Austin is a vocalist, composer, educator, and Berkeley Law Juris Doctor. She has performed with luminaries such as Pharoah Sanders, Roy Ayers, John Handy, Cyrus Chestnut, and Doug Carn. Her soulful delivery and musical storytelling has brought her to stages at Birdland and Dizzy's Den in NYC, Walt Disney Concert Hall in her native Los Angeles and the SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco. Beyond California, she has performed in Europe, Asia, and Australasia, as well as on nationally televised programming in the United States. “Nothing But Soul”, Austin's debut album from 2015, garnered attention from NPR’s “Fresh Air” program and Downbeat magazine for its bold recasting of Hoagy Carmichael standards. Her 2018 sophomore album, “Unbroken”, was hailed by All About Jazz as a "fully formed masterpiece", received a 4 star Downbeat review, and reached #16 on jazz radio charts. Austin is a guest educator at series sponsored by SFJAZZ, Stanford Jazz Workshop, and local school districts, and is currently Musical Director of the Healdsburg Jazz Festival Community Choir. Most recently, she became Artistic Director of the Albany, CA Juneteenth Celebration (2022), and has taught at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music's "Roots, Jazz and American Music" program. <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiffanyaustin.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEyWU1KRDBKcExUbkxDem53b3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4pB9a6Ukkj-VQDp7RAlk-VMCtgwi-MR_s-UuwEaRODPMlIJMROriKN0MxoKQ_aem_o6VvTAOzGtHhMe3PgtPoOA&amp;h=AT7Ma0FZfDxacX7EcNlwMihQytI_jmbM4XhiePoXq2Ve6ESpS3sNDIlqFRCudm-NsFvQ3eUjnWo5yFo0LPap1V8-_K5Hau182JwWdNKRfHxrW0qUBRxhSzIOMyL2DQHSXarNQI-Ou0HSJwB2ab3CmaS5Is_WTBDXApo&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT77Mj42rdXjtik4Q-ANT2i_wwVOICpEreGxTscrE7Ow_9DpR8-8hbgqPsqfKXL6_Sxs6vOYq64NFPrOsWryjwyLQ_02Z1QjwLEBMS2YYjjvI4ERWK0ldLzHe-JMkAKoj0sI33YffSkj4Tkd1Y8bRYqGGFXkOKwGTr4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.tiffanyaustin.com/</a><a href="https://eastbayexpress.com/jazz-star-tiffany-austin-empowers-the-bay-area-arts-scene/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEyWU1KRDBKcExUbkxDem53b3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4xjeeK7-ezRBicDUn8Qm4ra28kwtsv21X_14fbPSWuWej9541gOokP0UjSTw_aem_hcGx2QksLaYr9kppqf7wtA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eastbayexpress.com/jazz-star-tiffany-austin.../</a>

Local Event: Hillside Club presents the Oakland Jazz Choir w/ Special Guest vocalist, Tiffany Austin

Hillside Club presents the Oakland Jazz Choir...

Join us for an exciting evening of vocal jazz as we welcome in harmony, the acclaimed & multi talented, Tiffany Austin! Tiffany...

Hillside Club presents the Oakland Jazz Choir w/ Special Guest vocalist, Tiffany Austin

Malonga Casquelourd Center

The Prescott Circus Theatre returns to the stage with a Spectacular Spring Showcase featuring as many as 50 talented Oakland youth, ages 8-18, from over ten Oakland public schools from East to West Oakland performing juggling, acrobatics, stilt dancing, unicycle, and more. Watch ordinary children perform extraordinary skills!
"Show Love" is a multi-disciplinary, multigenerational show where Oakland Public Schools students come together to express themes of community and connection through a variety of circus acts.&nbsp;

Doors open at 1:15 PM. Show at 2 PM. RSVPs encouraged through Eventbrite. Free event!RSVP Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prescott-circus-theatre-2026-show-love-registration-1986682695422?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Accessibility: The venue is an indoor theater. There will be a designated area for people who use wheelchairs. This show will be ASL Interpreted.
ABOUT PRESCOTT CIRCUS THEATRE: Now in its 41st year, the Prescott Circus Theatre (PCT) is a nationally recognized performing arts education program for Oakland youth. PCT offers safe environments that challenge Oakland youth, through circus arts training, to live the core principles of hard work, teamwork, practice, belief in self. Programs promote the skills and self-confidence children need to thrive on stage and in life. Programs consist of free afterschool, weekend and summer programs for over 250 Oakland youth each year. Performing Company members from Prescott, where the program began, perform and make appearances at over 50 Bay Area events each year.

Local Event: Prescott Circus Showcase: Free Youth Circus Performance (Oakland)

Prescott Circus Showcase: Free Youth Circus...

The Prescott Circus Theatre returns to the stage with a Spectacular Spring Showcase featuring as many as 50 talented Oakland...

Prescott Circus Showcase: Free Youth Circus Performance (Oakland)

Historic Downtown Petaluma

Step into a day of discovery in the heart of Historic Downtown Petaluma!
Join us for the 41st Annual Petaluma Antique Faire on Sunday, April 26, from 8 AM to 4 PM, where over 200 dealers transform downtown into one of Northern California’s most beloved open-air antique markets. Admission is free and plenty of Free Parking!
Stroll through Kentucky Street, Fourth Street, B St, Western Avenue, and the A Street parking lot as you explore a curated mix of estate jewelry, vintage décor, furniture, art, linens, books, kitchenware, and truly one-of-a-kind collectibles. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply love the thrill of the find, there’s something here for every style and every budget.
Set against the backdrop of Petaluma’s stunning historic architecture, the Faire offers more than shopping, enjoy charming boutiques, incredible restaurants, and a vibrant, welcoming downtown atmosphere.
Drawing over&nbsp;10,000 visitors each year, this cherished tradition is the perfect way to spend a spring day treasure hunting in one of the Bay Area’s most picturesque destinations.
Come early, stay awhile, and take home something special.
👉 For details, visit <a target="_blank" href="https://www.PetalumaDowntown.com" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PetalumaDowntown.com</a>Join us for a day of shopping and collecting in beautiful Downtown Petaluma!

Local Event: Treasure Hunting in Petaluma - Vintage Finds & Timeless Treasures Await

Sonoma County

Petaluma

Treasure Hunting in Petaluma - Vintage Finds &...

Step into a day of discovery in the heart of Historic Downtown Petaluma!
Join us for the 41st Annual Petaluma Antique Faire on...

Treasure Hunting in Petaluma - Vintage Finds & Timeless Treasures Await

SIGN UP HERE!!!: https://bit.ly/How2BuyyCan You Really Buy a Home in This Market Without Overbidding?
In today’s competitive San Francisco Bay Area market, is it actually possible to buy a home without getting caught in a bidding war—and even save up to 20% on the purchase price?
The answer is a resounding yes.
Join us for an informative and relaxed evening where you’ll not only learn powerful home-buying strategies—but also enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere designed for conversation and connection.
In this buyer-focused seminar, you’ll discover proven techniques to help you secure a home without overpaying. We’ll walk through the key criteria for identifying properties that don’t attract bidding wars, and you’ll see real-world examples of homes that sold without being overbid—plus exactly why.
What you’ll learn:
<ul><li>How to strategically position your offer to avoid bidding wars</li><li>Which Bay Area neighborhoods offer the best opportunities for value</li><li>Why some homes attract intense competition while others don’t</li><li>The hidden drawbacks of relying on platforms like Zillow and Redfin</li></ul>
Join us at 6:00 PM and enjoy food and drinks available throughout the presentation, so you can snack, sip, and learn comfortably as the session gets underway.
About the Presenter Sevan Kevorkian is the Broker/Owner of Remax Prestigious Properties, with over 25 years of experience and more than 300 homes sold. A large portion of his buyer transactions involve properties that were not overbid. As a San Francisco local, he understands the neighborhoods, market trends, and negotiation strategies needed to help you secure the right home at the right price.

Local Event: Real Estate: How to buy a home in the SF Bay Area under 1MM without overbidding!

Real Estate: How to buy a home in the SF Bay...

SIGN UP HERE!!!: https://bit.ly/How2BuyyCan You Really Buy a Home in This Market Without Overbidding?
In today’s competitive...

Real Estate: How to buy a home in the SF Bay Area under 1MM without overbidding!

Illusive Comics & Games

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day where everyone can take home 3 free comics from a special selection, while supplies last. This family-friendly event features balloons, face painting, cosplayers, and an exciting sale. Plus, you can donate to the Child Advocates of Silicon Valley to get even more comics!

Local Event: Illusive Comics' Free Comic Book Day

Santa Clara County

Campbell

Illusive Comics' Free Comic Book Day

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day where everyone can take home 3 free comics from a special selection, while supplies last. This...

Whales Keep Dying In The Bay Area. A New Bill...

Nine gray whales have died so far this year in the Bay Area. 

Whales Keep Dying In The Bay Area. A New Bill Aims To Fix That

Community Corner

2 Men Dead In 2 Days At UC Berkeley: Report

The cause of death is still being investigated in both cases, according to an ABC7 report.

Crime & Safety

Amid Mounting Swalwell Claims, DA Says No...

Alameda County's District Attorney said she will pursue a case if local victims come forward. 

Amid Mounting Swalwell Claims, DA Says No Victims Have Come Forward In Alameda County

High-Rise Towers Proposed To Replace Rockridge...

A busy Bay Area shopping corridor and neighborhood could be transformed by two high-rise towers if a development   moves forward.

High-Rise Towers Proposed To Replace Rockridge Trader Joe's 

High-Rise Towers Proposed To Replace East Bay Trader Joe's 

🌱 Patch AM: Have you seen this distinctive...

Coming up: Hillside Club presents the Oakland Jazz Choir w/ Special Guest vocalist, Tiffany Austin on the Berkeley Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Have you seen this distinctive black Toyota Camry in Berkeley?

10 Michelin Guide Picks For Berkeley

These 10 restaurants get the nod, from the venerable Chez Panisse to budget-friendly Indian, Mexican or Thai.

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