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Locally owned businesses make Downtown Alameda a better place. They help our community thrive and add to Alameda’s unique charm. To all of you business owners who have recently surpassed milestone anniversaries, we celebrate you!
30 Years:
Supercuts, 1329 Park Street
25 Years:
Corazon Z. Pangilinan & Associates, 1516 Oak Street #209
Kevin R. Kearney, CPA, 1516 Oak Street #207
20 Years:
Fort Knox, 1546 Park Street
15 Years:
Farmstead Cheeses & Wines, 1650 Park Street
Jamie Candelaria Greene, PhD, 2447 Santa Clara Ave #209
10 Years:
Alameda Theatre & Cineplex, 2317 Central Ave
Alameda Wine Company, 2315 Central Ave
Jack in the Box, 1257 Park Street
Jo Ann Nails & Hair, 1619 Park Street
Kevin Minney, Partner in Wellness, 2515 Santa Clara Ave #107
Park Barber Shop, 2326 Santa Clara Ave
5 Years: (more…)
Independence Day 2018
Get ready to have some fun in Downtown Alameda on July 4th.
The Mayor’s 4th of July Parade is one of the best Independence Day parades in the Bay Area. Spectators of all ages look forward to seeing a lively procession of vintage cars, hand-decorated flatbeds (“floats”), dancing horses, marching bands, dancing troupes, cheering squads, bicyclists, musicians, costumed characters, clowns, and surprises.
Since its inception in 1976, the annual parade has grown to boast over 160 “floats” and over 2,500 participants that travel along a 3.3 mile route across the island city, from Park Street on the east end to Webster Street on the west end.
The 2018 Grand Marshals are Pauline Kelly, former owner of Pauline’s Antiques, and Duane Watson, former owner of Lee Auto Supply. Both were longtime shop owners in Downtown Alameda before retiring this year.
For a front row seat along the Park Street sidewalks, plan to arrive well before the 10:00 am start time. The Mayor’s 4th of July parade attracts over 20,000 people and many of the spectators search out the best viewing spots in Downtown Alameda. (more…)
Shawn Livernoche installs the arcade’s lastest gaming console. (photo courtesy SF Chronicle)
Remember sitting in computer lab carefully weighing your rations, assessing the health of your oxen, and trying to get to the other side of the Snake River? You can now play the computer game Oregon Trail as an arcade machine. High Scores Arcade has reimagined the beloved circa 1974 educational game via a first-of-its-kind arcade cabinet playable to the public.
With hand-burnt wood construction, brushed copper finish metal work, and wagon-wheel inspired speaker grates, the game cabinet has been meticulously constructed by Denver, CO artist Sam Bahman under the direction of High Scores owners Shawn and Megan Livernoche. Adding to the original feel of the cabinet are hand-drawn and inked artwork for the game bezel, side art, and marquee created by Brighton, CO artist Brandon Hovet. The game also includes an IBM keyboard as the control interface, inviting the gamer to an authentic experience of playing some of PC gaming’s earliest adventure and text-based titles.
Players can select games via a user interface created by High Scores manager, Jonathan Williams. In addition to Oregon Trail, the multi-game cabinet offers arcade classics such as Lemonade Stand, Lode Runner, Prince of Persia, and DOOM. Also playable are a carefully curated collection of text-only adventures such as Colossal Cave Adventure and towering classics like ZORK. The system also dedicates some digital real estate to the adventure game powerhouse Sierra Online, featuring Mystery House, Kings Quest, Space Quest, and Leisure Suit Larry. (more…)
Click the image and pick a design to color
Studio 23 invites you to see over 30 local Alameda and Bay Area artists creating unique artwork during the Alameda Summer Art Fair & Maker Market in the downtown district. Enjoy live music, open studios, art cars, kids creative area, and other festivities all afternoon. The free outdoor art festival is in collaboration with the Downtown Alameda Business Association and takes place Sunday, July 1, 10:00am-7:00pm in front of Studio 23 Gallery at 2309 Encinal Ave.
As part of the festivities, Studio 23 is hosting an all ages coloring contest. Pick from 6 awesome images to color and bring it with you to the art fair.
Coloring Contest Rules:
* One entry per person. Ages 1-5, Ages 6-10, Ages 11-16, Ages 16+ (4 winners total).
* Hang your entry on the official Studio 23 Coloring Contest Wall no later than 2:00pm.
* Winners must be present to receive their prize.
Visit the website for more details: www.alamedaartfair.com/coloring-contest/
About the graphic: The artwork was created by Wesley E. Warren, co-owner of Studio 23. The real life robot was created with recycled metal and mechanical parts sourced from local scrap yards. “Lord Zondar” now sits perched over coffee drinkers at The Local coffee shop (1333 Park Street).
Game on at High Scores Arcade
Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 17. The island’s downtown district is a great place for families to spend a memorable day with Dad.
Dad will have a blast spending an afternoon or evening in Downtown Alameda. There are plenty of activities to choose from… You could treat Dad to the latest blockbuster movie at Alameda Theatre & Cineplex, challenge him to a classic video arcade game (the kind he played as a kid) at High Scores Arcade, or stop in for a round of golf or slot car racing at Subpar Miniature Golf.
Sharing food and drink over a nice conversation on Father’s Day is a longtime tradition. If doughnuts and pastries are a favorite morning snack, treat Dad to something tasty at Alameda Bagels & Donuts, Crispian Bakery, Feel Good Bakery, or Homeskillet.
If Dad is more of a burger kind of guy, there are a number of local eateries that offer their twist on the classic hamburger: Scolari’s Good Eats was featured on Check, Please! for their Blueberry Bacon Blue Cheese Burger; The Red Onion is the place to get a Hawaiian Burger; and the Mini Burgers with caramelized onions and truffle fries at The Hobnob makes for an easy plate to share with Dad. Project Burger located next to the Alameda Theatre & Cineplex is the newest addition to downtown and offers a beef and lamb burger among other choices.
For an upscale burger experience at dinner time, American Oak offers outstanding Bison Burgers and Kobe Burgers while Pappo has been long known for its premium Angus Burgers.
Maybe Dad has been talking about doing something different (and fun) to get into shape. Give him a hand by signing him up for a martial arts class at Team Silva Martial Arts Academy, USA Kung Fu Studio, or West Wind Karate School. If a traditional fitness class is more his style, group sessions and private training sessions are available at Alameda Personal Training, All In One Fitness Training Lab, and Rise Bodyworks. Gift certificates are conveniently available at each of the locations. (more…)
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