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...

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.

San Francisco

San Francisco County

Most training programs run on guesswork. Custom Fit replaces it with measurement. At its San Francisco studios, Personal Training and Partner...

Parents, bring the whole family to BANANAS for a night of family fun! Professional storyteller, preschool teacher, and parent Muriel Johnson will share dynamic African folktales and songs. Prepare to sing, laugh, and bond with your child/ren. Muriel Johnson has been a longtime friend of BANANAS and her dynamic storytelling should not be missed! For more information about Muriel and upcoming events, visit her website at <a href="http://www.forherstories.com/forherstories.com/Welcome.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.forherstories.com</a>. This workshop is geared towards preschool-aged children but all ages are welcome.More details: <a href="http://bananasbunch.org/?p=2969" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bananasbunch.org/?p=2969</a>

Parents, bring the whole family to BANANAS for a night of family fun! Professional storyteller, preschool teacher, and parent Muriel Johnson will share dynamic African folktales and songs. Prepare to sing, laugh, and bond with your child/ren. Muriel Johnson has been a longtime friend of BANANAS and her dynamic storytelling should not be missed! For more information about Muriel and upcoming events, visit her website at <a href="http://www.forherstories.com/forherstories.com/Welcome.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.forherstories.com</a>. This workshop is geared towards preschool-aged children but all ages are welcome.

More details: <a href="http://bananasbunch.org/?p=2969" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bananasbunch.org/?p=2969</a>

Rockridge

Bring the whole family to BANANAS for a night of dynamic folktales for Black History Month!

Celebrating Black History: African Folktales

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Albany

Alameda

Contra Costa County

El Cerrito

Angela Woodall

Lamorinda

San Leandro

Pinole-Hercules

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Malonga Casquelourd Center

Oakland’s longest running Youth Circus returns with its FREE summer shows!
Join the young stars of Prescott Circus as they share their joys and talents through stilt dancing, tumbling, juggling, and more. Oakland youth inspire young and young at heart through a one-hour show that demonstrates teamwork, pride, and joy. This show is performed by OUSD students ages 8 - 17 from over 10 different OUSD schools who have been training and creating since the beginning of June.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Tuesday, July 14
11:00am &amp; 1:30pm&nbsp; - ASL Interpreted
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
11:00am&nbsp;+ BONUS COMMUNITY SHOW:&nbsp;
Saturday, July 18, 2026
2:00 - 3:00pm&nbsp;
DeFremery Park
1651 Adeline St., Oakland, 94607ABOUT 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 develop the skills and confidence to thrive on stage, in school, and in life. This is accomplished through no-cost school and community programs for over 300 Oakland youth each year. Performing Company members from Prescott, where the program began, perform and make appearances at as many as 40 Bay Area events each year. The summer program is funded, in part, by Oakland Fund for Children and Youth, California Arts Council, Port of Oakland, and the West Davis and Bergard Foundation.&nbsp;

Local Event: Prescott Circus Theatre presents its FREE Summer Performance Series! 

Prescott Circus Theatre presents its FREE...

Oakland’s longest running Youth Circus returns with its FREE summer shows!
Join the young stars of Prescott Circus as they...

Prescott Circus Theatre presents its FREE Summer Performance Series! 

Sonoma County

Sonoma Valley

New Sonoma Bar Has Queens, Hawaiian Cowboys,...

New owner Sam Landrum brings Hawaiian roots, live music, and inclusive community gatherings to Sonoma's nightlife.

New Sonoma Bar Has Queens, Hawaiian Cowboys, And Good Vibes: The After Hours

Restaurants & Bars

Solano County

Suisun City

Teen Suspect In Deadly Fairfield Graduation...

The suspect, who police say fled Fairfield for Texas within days of the shooting, was arrested on suspicion of murder and related offenses.

Teen Suspect In Deadly Fairfield Graduation Shooting Arrested In Texas

Crime & Safety

Los Angeles County

Los Angeles

Sharks, Flooding And Heatwaves: How 'The Blob'...

An enormous heat wave over the Pacific Ocean and a possibly historic El Niño could have major weather impacts on California.

Sharks, Flooding And Heatwaves: How 'The Blob' And El Niño Could Wreak Havoc On CA

Weather

Looming Thunderstorms, Dry Lightning Pose...

A marine heat wave and storms over the Pacific Ocean are expected to create a ridge of high pressure in the coming weeks. 

Looming Thunderstorms, Dry Lightning Pose Wildfire Risk To Bay Area

Across California

When To Buy Corn, Watermelon, Peaches And Other...

Summertime, and the livin' is easy. Here's when to get some of the Golden State's best summer produce. 

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