St. Patrick's Day: Visit Patch Booth at Dublin Festival

Stop by to meet some of our editors and pick up some cool Patchy swag while enjoying the festivities this Saturday and Sunday.

Piedmont Parents, Do You Overpay For Child Care?

Calculate the going rate for child care in Piedmont.

Where to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Piedmont

The Patch guide to the best Irish potables, Irish music, Irish food and general St. Paddy's Day celebrating in town and nearby.

Monster Is Menu Monarch at Piedmont's Only Eatery

At the only the place that sells made-to-order food in Piedmont, Mulberry's Market, the most popular choice on the expansive sandwich board is probably the cold "Settlemonster," followed closely by the hot "See Jane."

Starting Tuesday, 'Drive-Thru' Mac and Cheese from Homeroom

Macaroni and cheese with Big Mac convenience.

Visions for Vacancies: Former Archstone Spa

What would you like to see at the former Archstone Spa on Piedmont Ave?

Sprouts & Shutters: Montclair Malt Shop Closes

The corner store had been business for more than three decades

Piedmont Open Houses, Sunday, Feb. 17

Two new listings are open for viewing Sunday.

Sprouts & Shutters: Fitness Center Opens in Piedmont

Feel Good Fitness joins other new businesses on Grand Avenue

Sprouts & Shutters: Picture Framing Store Opening Near Piedmont

Panorama Framing Inc. plans to open this week on Grand Avenue.

Reception for Wildwood Art Teacher's New Show at Harper Greer March 7

Save the date: new store, new show, new works by Suzie Skugstad — plus wine and nibbles.

Piedmont Open Houses, Sunday, Feb. 10

Jus two homes to view today.

Romantic Restaurants for Valentine's Day

Several nearby restaurants are offering special Valentine's Day menus. Early reservations are strongly advised. Local food purveyors are also offering specials and suggestions for those who want to cuddle up at home.

Sprouts & Shutters: Weaving Store Opening

Lou Grantham is moving her San Francisco Fiber business from her home to a new place on Grand Avenue

Sprouts & Shutters: Pizza Shop Opening

Little Star plans to open a pizza restaurant on Grand Avenue in Piedmont

New Historic Wineries Tour of Napa Valley Includes Lunch, a Look at Beaulieu Residence

The price tag is steep, but lunch promises to be elegant and a rare look inside Rutherford House is included.

Visions for Vacancies: Former Ford's Fine Furniture

What would you like to see in the former Ford's Fine Furniture on Grand Ave?

Piedmont Open Houses, Sunday, Feb. 3

Be sure to check hours for open houses — a little different than the usual schedule, perhaps in deference to the Super Bowl.

Piedmont Open Houses, Sunday, Jan. 27

Three new listings are open for viewing this weekend.

Know of a Business in Town Opening, Closing or Changing?

Fill out this form to tell Patch about who's moving in, who's moving out and who's shaking things up near Piedmont.

Sarber's Owner Reflects on Decades of Cameras, Film, Memories in Montclair

Sarber's Cameras, which has operated in Montclair since 1964, will close at the end of January.

New Pizza Restaurant Coming to Grand Avenue

The Star is an offshoot of the Little Star Pizza, which operates popular restaurants in Albany and San Francisco.

NFC Championship: Where is the Best Place to Watch the Game Near Piedmont?

Tell us the best place in town to watch the Niners play the Falcons.

Cheap Starbucks Reusable Cup Debuts

The $1 tumblers have been met with mixed reviews.

Free Admission to Bay Area Museums This Weekend

Bank of America customers can enjoy the Chabot Space and Science Center and three others at no cost as part of a unique program.

The Rules of Working from Home

Almost 10 percent of the American labor force now works from home at least one day per week, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. How do you stay productive amid domestic distractions? Here are six tips for working from home.

Inside B-Dama: Down-Home Japanese Food

The Piedmont Avenue restaurant gets two thumbs up in a Contra Costa Times review.

How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree

Richmond Sanitary Service makes it easy to dispose of your tree after the holidays.

Tips for Returning or Exchanging Gifts

Here's a quick list of tips to look over before you decide to return or exchange holiday gifts.

Piedmont Open Houses, Sunday, Dec. 16

Holiday house shopping, with a new listing on Moraga Avenue at a very affordable price.

Holiday Shopping: Pop-Up Shop at Boot and Shoe Service Offers Goods from India

For one week only, with a grand opening on Dec. 17.

Kaiser Nurses in Oakland to Picket Next Week

The nurses say under-staffing in emergency care is endangering and 'short-changing' patients.

50 Things to Do (Close to Piedmont) Before You Die

How many of these spots have you visited?

Best Electronic Gifts for the 2012 Holiday Season

Tablets, flip-screen laptops and smart TV devices are among the popular choices this year.

Using or Buying Firewood? Get Informed or You Might Get Burned

Check out this informational video made by the County of Marin.

Sprouts & Shutters: Grand Lake Kitchen, Zatis, Loot

Here’s your monthly roundup of retail, restaurant and other business news and happenings close to Piedmont.

Happy Fifth Anniversary, Mulberry's!

Mulberry's Market is celebrating its fifth birthday today.

Piedmont Open Houses, Sunday, Dec. 9

How about a new house for Christmas?

Daisy's Montclair Hosts 'Contained Beauty' Author and CYAM Local Designers

LOOT Antiques Returns to College Avenue

Furniture, antiques, tableware, decorative items ... even flower arranging demonstrations.