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The Experience, Oakland: Montclair Art Walk April 25-26

The Experience:

It’s an Outdoor Boutique. It’s Handcrafted. It’s an Art Alfresco Experience!

Join the villagers and artists on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26 from 10am – 5pm. Plan your day around this sidewalk art show and have lunch in Montclair. Montclair Village Art Walk enters its 49th year and celebrates art in the outdoors when more than 50 artists from the Bay Area and beyond will be displaying their handcrafted artwork along the sidewalks and against the scenic backdrop of Montclair Village and the Oakland Hills.

Connect with the artists and find a unique treasure for gifting or adding to your personal collection.

Paintings, sculptures, home & office décor, artisan bags and clothing, unique hand-crafted jewelry and more.  Presented by the Montclair Village Association, this free open air art gallery offers a chance to get to know the participating artists and learn the stories behind each piece they make.

Featured Artisans Includes:

Stephen Anderson of Spring Garden Cedar takes Western Red Cedar lumber and hand crafts it into unique outdoor furniture designs.

Megan Brown Ceramics namesake artist wheel throws and hand builds functional, modern ceramic tableware, home decor and jewelry using porcelain and stoneware.

Painter Jenna Hobbs’ artwork ranges from realistic to impressionistic to completely abstract. Jenna blends geometric abstraction with depiction in order to display an intersection between the two.

For a complete list of participating artists, click here.

Visit on Sunday and in addition to leaving with new art treasures, take home fresh produce and delectables from La Salle Avenue’s wonderful farmers’ market stalls from 9am-1pm.

The Art Walk takes place in the Montclair shopping district on Mountain Boulevard at LaSalle Avenue, off Highway 13, between Park Boulevard and Thornhill Drive.

Where:

Mountain Blvd @ La Salle Ave
Oakland

https://montclairvillage.com

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The Experience, Alameda: The Local Ride

The Experience:

Fuel your ride with great coffee!

Join them! Do you like to cycle? Of course, The Local is the perfect place to gather for the Alameda cycling club. Outside with coffee after a brisk ride. “We’re so excited to partner with Team Alameda Cycling,” says Soco Munkhod, owner of The Local. “At The Local, we’re all about supporting our community and creating a space where people can connect, refuel, and feel at home. See you after the ride!”

About Team Alameda

They’re a group of enthusiastic bike riders – a club, not a racing team, although some members dabble in competition now and then. All ages, and most of them like coffee. They gather in downtown Alameda for weekend / holiday rides, and most Tuesday and Thursday mornings as well.  And plan off-island rides. Learn more.

About The Local

A community gathering place in  downtown Alameda, The Local is on the ground floor of the original Masonic Lodge building, one of the oldest buildings in Alameda that has been at the heart of the community for over 130 years. New owner Soco Munkhod  reopened The Local after the pandemic to the delight of the community after it had shuttered in December of 2020. Fans hastily came back with their laptops sipping their Lattes and noshing on tasty pastries and sandwiches in this lovely  historic building. It’s in one of the oldest buildings on Park Street, built in 1891 as the original Masonic Temple. The owners are continuing the tradition of ‘small-business coffee on Park Street’! Old fashioned furniture reminiscent of an old library, makes it the perfect ambiance for getting your work done. Hours: Mon – Fri 7:30am – 4pm; Sa/Su – 8:30am – 4pm.

Where:

1333 Park St
Alameda

https://www.facebook.com/thelocalalameda

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The Experience, Richmond: Sailing Goat Restaurant New Menu & Hours

The Experience:

Spring has sprung down at the harbor!

If you have not ventured down to Sailing Goat bayside destination restaurant yet, you are missing out! Experience coastal cuisine, fine wine and local beer, sunset views and live music at Point San Pablo Harbor.

New hours – open until 8:30pm Friday, Saturday & Sunday, with Live music 4-7pm.

Their new Spring/Summer Menu reflects the coastal communities that inspire them, drawing from American, Italian, French and Spanish traditions. Seasonal ingredients, fresh seafood, and bold flavors designed to be enjoyed by the water.

Six Starters including a Chicory & Citrus Sald – blood orange, cara cara orange and fennel with a ginger citrus vinaigrette.

Brunch:  Boichik Bagel Plate with smoked salmon, gem lettuce, red onion, capers. Frittata – with spring onion, oyster mushrooms, Yukon gold potatoes, Manchego cheese and a mixed green salad. SAAG Baked Eggs- spinach, kale, cumin, coriander, lemon, fehugreek, cream and toasted bread.

Entrees: Harbor Chowder, Little Gem Caesar,  Quinoa Salad, Mac & Cheese, Turkey Torta, Peruvian Chicken, Fish & Chips, Seafood Stew Bouillabaisse and Pizza Romana – veggie or meat rotated weekly

Plus, Sweets, local wine & craft beer. Excellent service.

It’s peaceful looking out over the water and walking down through the marina checking out the vibrantly painted houseboats. By the time you leave, you feel like you have been in a different world, far away from your usual day

Weekend hours: Fri/Sat/Sun, 11am – 8:30pm

What to expect:

On the water at Pt San Pablo Harbor, a bayside escape to nourish the body and feed the soul awaits. Down at the harbor, you’ll relax with wonderful vistas and the gentle lapping of water. Items from the sea and land and gardens guide the menu. Pizza is baked outside in a wood-fired pizza oven. And, they are serving up regional small batch craft beer and wines.

There are pathways along the water and houseboats, hiking paths up the hill with fantastic views. So many options for you, your family and friends when you visit the Sailing Goat!

Where:

1900 Stenmark Dr
Richmond

https://www.facebook.com/SailingGoat/

By |2026-04-02T10:34:43-07:00April 1st, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing Beer New Beer

  • The Experience:

Beer! Fresh off the line.

What’s new?

  • Terpsman IPA – Blue Dream + Sour Tangie from Abstrax doing hero-level work [6.9%]
  • Pushcart Pale – West Coast strong pale with Everywhere Brewing. Comet, Cascade, 586 Cryo, T-90. Clean, punchy, gets the job done. [6.2%]

Put a stop at Faction into your weekend plans for the beer, the food and the view. They can’t wait to see you!

Food Truck Schedule:

  • Fri, Apr 3 – La Santa Torta
  • Sat, Apr 4 – Calafia Taqueria
  • Sun, Apr 5 – Knee Baby’z Eatery

Faction Brewing’s Hours: Wed/Thu 2-8pm; Fri/Sat 12-8pm; Sun 12-6pm. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available for purchase. They  have a large outdoor patio and indoor seating is also available. Call to confirm hours (510) 523-2739.

Where:

2501 Monarch St in Alameda Point
Alameda

http://factionbrewing.com

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The Experience, Emeryville: Bay Street Emeryville Weekend

The Experience:

Sunny skies. Salty rims.

Nothing pairs with sunshine like tequila, lime and a table full of your favorite Mexican dishes. And this weekend is going to be sunny, so start your afternoon with a Margarita and then dive into totopos, salsa and guacamole. Savor your favorite salads, tacos, enchiladas or bowls. Afternoon bliss! Here are a few menu ideas:

Ensaladas Y Sopa

  • Ensalada Verde – gem lettuce, avocado, jicama, radish cucumber, lime-jalapeño dressing
  • Ensalada Mixta – green leaf lettuce, black beans, quinoa, corn, bell pepper, avocado, chipotle-honey dressing
  • Pozole Verde – chicken or pork tomatillo soup, hominy, cabbage, radishes, tortilla chips, onion, lime, oregano

Tacos

  • Two tacos served with beans, escabeche and salsa dorada
  • Carnitas – slow-roasted pork, slaw
  • Chicken Tinga – shredded poached chicken, pickled habanero onion
  • Vegetariano – king trumpet mushrooms, poblanos, caramelized onions, pico de gallo
  • Carne Asada – grilled steak, pico de gallo
  • Pescado – chipotle aioli, slaw; fried cod or grilled adobo +

Their Bowls are served with rice, beans, pico de gallo, avocado and queso fresco and their Enchiladas are served with rice, refried beans, guacamole, lettuce, crema and pico de gallo.

Margaritas

  • Classica – Tequila, lime, agave
  • De Flores – Mezcal, Cointreau, lime, orange
  • Fresa – Reposado, strawberry, lime, agave
  • Paloma – Tequila, grapefruit, agave, lime

Beers, Specialty Cocktails and Wine

Refreshing Non-alcoholic Cocktails:

  • Guadalupe – orange, grapefruit, lime, agave, salted rim
  • Pina No-Jito – pineapple, mint, lime, soda

Enjoy your day! Questions (510) 301-7683

Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday – 11:30am to 9pm
  • Friday – 11:30am to 10pm
  • Saturday – 11am to 10pm
  • Sunday- 11am to 9pm

Flores is located in the Bay Break Terrace at 5614 Bay St, Ste 244 in Emeryville

Where:

5616 Bay St

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

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