What's Happening
Members of the Downtown Alameda Business Association are supporting two wonderful charities this month. You can help too!
The following items may be dropped off at The Sewing Room at 2434 Webb Ave on November 12, 13 & 14, 3:30 – 5:30pm.
Alameda County Food Bank — Non-perishable food items.
Love Never Fails — Women’s coats/jackets, business attire for their “Career Closet,” shoes, accessories, new makeup, home décor, kitchen items, books, games, and unwrapped gifts for women and children.
Enjoy an evening of art and fun conversation in Downtown Alameda at this week’s 2nd Friday ArtWalk. Take in some of the most exciting, beautiful, and challenging contemporary art from the Bay Area. It’s a totally free event with a little something for everyone.
Artist receptions abound on 2nd Fridays along with live music, DJ’s, jewelry demonstrations, art classes, and wine tastings. It’s a chance to get to know local artists and learn about their creative process. Activities typically take place from 6:00pm to 9:00pm and guests can go from venue to venue at their own pace.
Look for these special happenings on Friday, November 9:
The Local (1333 Park Street) Alameda Women Artists (AWA) is exhibiting at The Local from November 5 through December 27. The exhibit showcases the art of eight talented members who work in diverse mediums. Friday ArtWalk Hours: 6:00-9:00pm
3Dot Art Gallery (2309A Encinal Ave) Memento Mori Art Show Closing Reception — Memento mori means “remember death.” Celebrate life with art that reveals the beauty of death. Friday ArtWalk Hours: 7:00-11:00pm
Studio 23 (2309 Encinal Ave) Halloween Blacklight Art Show Closing — Last chance to view the Blacklight Art Show. Special installations and Mermaid Room! Friday ArtWalk Hours: 7:30-9:30pm
PHOENIX (2315 Lincoln Ave) The Mountain Beneath The Soul — Opening reception of large scale original painting by local painter, David Nyquist. The new show consists of paintings and poetry created through his practice of living an unhurried life for the wellbeing that accompanies a conscious “belonging” to the natural world. Friday ArtWalk Hours: 6:00-9:00pm
NoFu Skin Studio (2531 Clement Ave) American Requiem — American Requiem is a creative journey along the political landscape of Americanisms during the age of Donald Chump. The art is a visual melody of blues vibrating at the threshold of HipHop culture and Afrofuturism. Friday ArtWalk Hours: 6:00-9:00pm
Other locations worth visiting during 2nd Friday ArtWalks:
The Red Door on Encinal, 2309 Encinal Ave
Autobody Fine Art, 1517 Park Street
Alameda Island Brewing Company, 1716 Park Street
Bonne Vie, 1419 Park Street
Lucky 13 Tattoos, 1301 1/2 Park Street
Wine & Waffles, 1505 Park Street
Although 2nd Friday ArtWalks occur only once a month, most of the rotating exhibits remain in place until the next event — contact the galleries regarding their schedules.
Get more details: http://fridayartwalk.com/
Update: Last Friday evening hundreds of people strolled downtown on a very warm evening during the Spirits Stroll and Love Our Island ArtWalk. All enjoyed premiums sips, delectable bites, live music, and art throughout the district. Thanks to all the sponsors, downtown businesses, and area distillers who participated. A big shout out to our partner Rhythmix Cultural Works. We’re planning our next Whiskey Stroll in early March. Stay tuned!
* * * * *
Start your holiday celebration with the Downtown Alameda Spirits Stroll!
Handcrafted small-batch spirits and tasty bites await guests as they stroll through the historic district at the Downtown Alameda Spirits Stroll on Friday evening, November 2 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
Guests will have the opportunity to taste a variety of artisanal spirits from Bay Area distilleries paired with small bites at ten unique locations in Downtown Alameda. During the stroll, enjoy the sights and sounds of art installations and live music brought to you by Rhythmix Cultural Works and featuring a variety of local artists. Then complete the evening with a late-night meal or entertainment at one of the participating After-Stroll locations offering specials and discounts.
The “grain to glass” distilleries represented at the event come from different regions of the Bay Area including Hangar 1 from Alameda, Wright & Brown Distilling Co. from neighboring Oakland, and TreeCraft Distillery from Treasure Island. Other artisan distilleries are Seven Stills, Distillery No. 209, Raff Distillerie, Griffo Distillery, Spirit Works Distillery, and Alley 6 Craft Distillery. Each distillery will be providing a taste of a handcrafted small-batch Gin, Vodka, Whiskey or Rye. (more…)
Check out photos on our FB page. Thanks to everyone who celebrated the 25th Anniversary of the Downtown Alameda Classic Car Show with us!
* * * * * *
Celebrate the silver anniversary of the Downtown Alameda Classic Car Show presented by General Auto Parts / NAPA on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Over 400 classic vehicles of all types will be lined up along Park Street, from Encinal Ave to Buena Vista Ave — roadsters, coupes, hot rods, muscle cars, antique trucks, and more. The free one-day event runs from 10:00am to 4:00pm and offers fun for the entire family.
Most cars on display come from the iconic decades of the ’50s and ’60s. There will also be antique roadsters from the ’20s, ’30s, and ’40s, plus lots of American muscle cars from the ’70s and ‘80s. Car enthusiasts will be able to get a close look at makes and models of all types.
Bring your camera and take a minute to get to know the owners — they love to talk about their cars. Some of them even have some local history:
One of the cars on display will be a rare 1929 Durant Model 60 Deluxe Sport Roadster made in the Oakland factory once located on International Blvd & Durant Ave. (The former factory location is now called Durant Square. Before creating the Durant Motor Company in 1921, Billy Durant created both GM and Chevrolet as separate independent car companies.) Also in the show is a 1939 GMC Stake Bed truck that was featured in the 1939 World’s Fair on Treasure Island and a 1967 Pontiac GTO that was built in the GM plant in Fremont which is now the Tesla factory. (more…)
We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team!
The ideal candidate will enjoy being immersed in our collaboration to keep our downtown exciting, friendly, and diverse. This person can creatively imagine and implement promotions and events that invite visitors to the district, foster relationships with our membership, and cultivate good will in the community.
The individual will be knowledgeable about Downtown Alameda, its shops, restaurants, services, and is interested in working with member merchants.
Position Summary:
The Membership & Event Coordinator will be responsible for event planning and implementation, membership relations and database maintenance, promotional activities, bookkeeping, and office management. This is a full-time hourly position with various weekend and evening work.
The position requires initiative, self-direction, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage the details of multiple events and projects. An outgoing personality is a must in being able to work with property and business owners, board members and committees, city officials, community nonprofits, residents, and other stakeholders. (more…)
![[image: welcome friends]](https://downtownalameda.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/2022WelcomeFriends3StreamBinSignsLandscapeWine-300x255.png "2022WelcomeFriends3StreamBinSignsLandscapeWine")