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12/10/08
FiveTen Studio in Oakland recently began their Bailout Exhibit, running through December 30th. There will be artwork by Judy Wu, Roberto Miguel, Cameron Kelly, Githinji Wa Mbire, and more. There is also going to be a reception this Saturday, Dec. 16th from 6-9pm at the studio. If you haven’t been to FiveTen, you need to give it a visit – the gallery specializes in showcasing modern, funky pieces, be it furniture for a trendy loft or simply art to display in your home. Whether you're shopping or just eyeing the art, this studio makes for an interesting outing. FiveTen Studio, 831 Broadway, Oakland, (510) 451-9900, fivetenstudio.com
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12/08/08
Already feeling guilty about all that wrapping paper that’ll be piled up Christmas day? The folks at Walnut Creek’s Broadway Plaza are offering a way to ease your eco-conscience with their new “Give Green” Gift Card program. With each gift card that is purchased, valid at any of Broadway Plaza’s retail stores, $0.70 is contributed to American Forests, a nonprofit citizen conservation organization dedicated to growing healthier forest ecosystems. The program is a partnership between American Express and Broadway’s parent company Macerich, which has committed to contributing at least $100,000 to the program through its 65 retail properties across the country. Give Green gift...
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12/04/08
There's a cool friends and family sale at the Walnut Creek Kate Spade store, starting today and running through Monday, December 8—30% off if you give the promotional code HOLKSFF08. Stop by after 6 p.m. tonight and they will be serving free hot chocolates and Italian sodas as part of the Broadway Plaza tree lighting event. Kate Spade, Space 34C, 1245 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek, (925) 934-5893, www.katespade.com. If you plan on shopping in the store, make sure to click the coupon below, print, and bring it with you!
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12/04/08
There's a make-sure-you-get there sale this Thursday night at the Rose Garden center in Danville. Every shop in the place—Olive, Baby and Kid Co., Stella Luna, Dog Bone Alley, Bittersweet Chocolates, O My Sole, Elisa Wen, KRV and more—will be giving 20% off prices on all purchases. The sale runs from 5-9 p.m. at the Rose Garden (corner of Sycamore Valley Rd., and Camino Ramon in Danville.) Have fun!
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12/03/08
Like many other East Bay towns and cities (as well as places across the nation), Lafayette is urging its residents to “Try Lafayette First” [link: http://lafayettechamber.org/] and shop at its local merchants. In an effort to offset declining sales taxes and property tax revenues in the city, Lafayette’s Chamber of Commerce has prompted the movement, having recently organized a rally that took place on Monday. The rally was held at Plaza Park around 3pm and featured “pledge” forms – forms that asked residents to promise to shop locally during the holiday season. The pledge forms were then entered into a contest for a lucky winner to receive $1,000 worth of gift certificates to Lafayette...
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12/02/08
On Wednesday, December 3rd, the trendy, Oakland-based jewelry designer Melissa Joy Manning – whose jewelry is featured in the Gift Guide in our new December 2008 issue – will be making an appearance at Hush boutique from 11am – 6pm. Manning is having a trunk show and will be sharing some of her newest and unique pieces. Also: Hush has just marked down 30% off of already-reduced items and 40% off of regular priced items. Just click here to find out more information. More information at www.myhush.com.
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12/01/08
 Edge Shop for Men is celebrating its 2-year Anniversary with a party at its Danville location. Don't worry, you don't have to bring gifts. In fact, the boutique men's shop is raffling off items from vendors like Art of Shaving, Robert Graham, Tank Farm, and Joe's Jeans. Then there's the 2008 Motorized Scooter from Pacific Coast Motors as the grand prize. (Raffle proceeds go to Prostate Cancer Foundation.) With complimentary food and drinks courtesy of Peasant and the Pear, 1515 Lounge and music to keep it lively, this isn't a normal two-year olds party. Checkout Edge Shop for Men on December 6th between 1-4PM. 175 E. Prospect Ave., Danville,
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11/20/08
Here’s a great way to get rid of that old coat in your closet—and replace it with a fabulous new one. Fit Clothing in Oakland just extended its 20% off sale on all its women’s coats through the end of the month. If you bring in an old coat, Fit will donate it to the One Warm Coat organization, which gives coats to the homeless and needy, then they'll give you an additional 10% off your purchase. Fit stocks coats by a cast of upscale European designers such as Cop Copine, Casch Copenhagen, and Streness Blue.
Fit Clothing, 5707 College Avenue, Oakland, (510) 923-0784, open Monday–Saturday 11a.m.–6 p.m.
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11/13/08
Trove
Berkeley’s treasure chest carries fine pieces of furniture and décor for your home that is marked from 40%–70% off the retail price, and most recently received fresh product that is up to 80% off. They also have an array of luxe gifts that are as low as $8 - $40. On Thursday, Nov. 20th, they are holding a special Holiday Open House from 5pm – 8pm.
1310 10th Street, Berkeley, (510) 525-7991
Open every day, 10am – 6pm. Website information here.
SkinSpirit Clinic and Spa
This spa is having its Holiday Boutique on Thursday, November 20th from 5pm – 8pm. Expect to shop for chic clothing, jewelry, scents, and more,...
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11/13/08
On the historic night that Barack Obama was elected president, not all eyes were on him, or even on his wife, Michelle, in her eye-catching Narciso Rodriguez. They were also on the future First Couple’s 10-year-old daughter, Malia, donning a stunning red taffeta dress with a bubble hemline. That dress, it turns out, was designed by Oakland-based girls’ fashion company, Biscotti Inc.
“We didn’t pursue the Obamas,” says Biscotti spokeswoman Judy Beall. The Wall Street Journal’s website reports that the Obamas purchased the dress at Nordstrom in Chicago.
Biscotti co-owner Bernadette Reiss was delightfully surprised to recognize her dress when she saw Malia walk out on stage. Reiss almost didn’t recognize it...
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