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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

The Experience, Alameda: Dragon Rouge Bistro Delight

The Experience:

Authentic Vietnamese cuisine on the water!

Kick back for a relaxing evening dining on the patio overlooking the Alameda estuary in this welcoming family-owned restaurant inspired by the food from the city of Phan Thiet in SE Vietnam.

Try their Signature Fresh Spring Rolls, Lemongrass Sizzling Plate with salmon, Curry Dip Sandwich and their fans’ fave fried rice dishes. Sharing is easy. Bring your friends and check out their grilled platter featured here. Dragon Rouge is also known for their tasty  Cocktails and Mocktails!

Their experienced chefs paired with dedicated staff assure you a wonderful dining experience indoors or outdoors. You can also just stop by for Happy Hour on the water!

Mon-Thurs 11:30am-8:30pm; Fri/Sat 11am-9:30pm; Sun 11am-8:30pm

Where:

2337 Branding Ave

Alameda

https://dragonrougebythebay.com

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The Experience, Alameda: The Park Street Tavern Out on the Town

The Experience:

It’s Girls Night Out!

Grab your girlfriends and head down to the lounge at The Park Street Tavern for a fun night full of stories and laughter. Celebrate with your friends over delicious burgers and handcrafted cocktails in a vibrant setting. Not in the mood for a burger?

You can dive into their Greek Cobb Salad Grilled chicken, bacon, feta, tomatoes, red onion, and kalamata olives over mixed greens. And they have lots of appetizers:

  • CalamariCrispy fried calamari with onion petals. lemon garlic aioli and cocktail sauce
  • Grilled Halloumi CheeseOver a bed of arugula, cherry tomatoes. and pita with a lemon caper sauce Ⓥ
  • Pancetta-Wrapped Prawns GFServed over a bed of baby arugula drizzled with a lemon beurre blanc
  • LoukanikoLocally made Greek sausage served with tzatziki and pita bread
  • Meatballs Meatballs in a roasted tomato sauce
  • Spanakopita Spinach and feta pie in filo dough
  • And more! Plus, they have a to-die-for decadent chocolate cake.

Fans rave about their Alameda Gold Rush cocktail – Redemption High Rye Bourbon, Greek Wildflower Honey, Fresh Lemon and a Touch of Cinnamon. Have fun! They can’t wait to serve you!

Hours: Mon – Thurs 4-8:30pm. Fri – 4-9:30pm; Sun – 4-9pm.Bar opens at 4pm. Dinner at 5pm. (510) 671-2867

Where:

1901 Park St.

https://theparkstreettavern.com

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The Experience, Alameda: The Park Street Tavern Holidays

The Experience:

Christmas Eve Dinner without the dishes to wash!

Join the crew at The Park Street Tavern for a special three-course holiday dinner crafted with love, tradition and the flavors of the season.  There will be two seatings: 4pm and 6:15pm for you to enjoy one of these great dinners.

FIRST COURSE

  • Pomegranate Mixed Green Salad

SECOND COURSE

Choice of:

  • Stuffed Chicken Breast – Spinach & feta, mashed potatoes, carrots, lemon chicken fumet
  • Beef Wellington – Mashed potatoes, carrots, demi-glace, topped with béarnaise
  • Lamb Shank – Mashed potatoes, carrots, lamb demi
  • Swordfish – Spinach risotto, roasted red pepper beurre blanc
  • Mushroom Manicotti – With marinara & béchamel

DESSERT

Choice of:

  • Pistachio Ricotta Cake
  • Chocolate Temptation Cake

Limited seating — reserve now! (510) 671-2867

Hours: Daily 4-9pm. Bar opens at 4pm. Dinner at 5pm. They look forward to seeing you! (510) 671-2867

 Featured here is their 14oz ribeye steak that comes with whipped potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and is finished with rich truffle butter – just right for when you visit at some other time.

Where:

1901 Park St.

https://theparkstreettavern.com

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The Experience, Oakland: Montclair Village Holiday Stroll

The Experience:

It’s an outdoor shopping party!

 Put some fun into your Holiday Shopping! The 23rd Annual Montclair Village Holiday Stroll has it all! Thursday, December 11, 4-8pm. The great thing about Montclair Village is that you can park your car and walk everywhere to eat, drink, shop and enjoy conversations with your neighbors.

Carolers, musicians, dancers, crafts for kids, tasty libations, dining in the village, special sales and more will fill your evening! But don’t forget the amazing gift shopping. Holiday retail shopping offered by 40+ shops and local pop-up artisan vendors. You can check off everyone on your list.

Special Photos:

Professional Winter Wonderland photos with Santa taken by Leah Marie Studio for $35 at F&M Bank.

Giving Opportunities

Kids Zone:

  • Glow-in-the-dark with face painting by Natalie Musick.
  • Storytime at Great Good Place for Books led by Montclair Oakland Public Library.
  • Crafts hosted by St John’s Episcopal Church, Montclair Presbyterian Church, and Marissa Verson Harrison and Ilan Penson with Red Oak Realty.

Adult Zone:

  • Hospitality Hut with a full bar serving festive libations and hot cocoa (a fundraiser for the district).
  • Pelago, our go-to gift shop, will be serving wine.

PS And bring your shoes that need repairs. Montclair Shoe Repair is the best!

When:

Thursday, December 11, 4-8pm. It’s FREE for everybody!

Where:

Montclair Village – 2050 Mountain Blvd in OaklandOakland

https://montclairvillage.com

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