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Alameda is a special place, a cosmopolitan mixture of technology and biotech firms, art and cultural opportunities, and unique dining and retail set among the quaint friendliness of a small town. And did we mention our unparalleled water views?
Here, residents lend their voice to government and community affairs and love the endless outdoor activities our island offers. Our businesses range from charming, independent shops and award-wining restaurants to publicly traded firms creating ground-breaking technology in the healthcare, aerospace, and biotech arenas.
All of the amazing things our businesses are doing are set against majestic views of the San Francisco and Oakland skylines as well as the San Francisco Bay. Our area is rich in history that is deeply embedded in our culture. Best of all, our sunsets are the perfect wind-down to a wondrous day.
Here, at the Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance, we are the voice of business through advocacy and assistance, creating an environment where all ages and backgrounds can thrive, reaching out to show off our island as a delightful vacation spot, and bringing the resources to businesses that are necessary for them to excel and thrive in a pandemic and post-pandemic environment.
We welcome you to sample this special place where people still greet one another with a friendly hello. Whether you are a business owner looking to relocate or open a business, or you’re looking for an ideal spot to get away from it all without giving up convenience, or you’re a long-time resident who just wants to understand the growth of your community and sample some of the exciting venues, we invite you to spend some time seeing our area with new eyes.
The Chamber offers the following Signature Events, which provide a great opportunity to learn more about our area and network with local leaders.
Business Excellence Awards: Alameda Economic Forecast:
a recap of what’s been done and what’s on the horizon, featuring local leaders including the mayor and department heads featuring peer-nominated, local recipients a spotlight on the growth and economic development projects underway and still in planning
We also host The Alameda Chamber Foundation Golf Tournament Fundraiser each summer at the award-winning Corica Park golf course. The fundraiser benefits our student scholarship pro gram as well as other quality of living initiatives like ending homelessness and helping support affordable housing.
Questions? Planning a vacation, relocation, or business opening? We’re happy to help with your needs and put you in touch with those people and businesses that can help you see and experience the beauty of our island. Come see for yourself. We’re looking forward to meeting you.
Madlen Saddik • CEO & President Alameda Chamber & Economic AllianceLEARN ALL THE CHAMBER HAS TO OFFER!
We have it all: a coastal setting rich in maritime and naval history, convenient access to large cities minus the urban headaches, top education, entertainment and cultural activities, and outdoor attractions, not to mention the City is home to many prominent companies and an enterprising workforce. Alameda is a great place to live, work, and play.
So, what makes Alameda special? Any of the things I just mentioned, of course!
But behind them all, we have a diverse group of residents interested in building a community that will be a model of livability, sustainability, and creativity. In Alameda, we also value our natural resources and want to protect and nurture them for generations to come.
We are focusing on smart growth that helps us capitalize on innovation and development while still protecting our water, wildlife, green spaces, and natural resources. We pursue ways to stay healthy and connected, including offering some of the best bicycle paths in the Bay Area. With striking water views and the chance to witness nature’s beauty at every turn on our paved trails, visitors and residents love to “bike” Alameda. Even our roads boast protected bike lanes. We are a community that loves our bikes and cycling.
We encourage volunteerism and advocate for people to pursue their goals in a safe environment. And we nurture our resident’s dreams to open businesses and support businesses looking to relocate somewhere with better commutes. Our residents and visitors enjoy our outdoors, and we want them to be able to for a long time. In Alameda, we’re focused on all parts of increasing quality of life for everyone.
As the Board Chair of the Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance, I warmly welcome you to our beautiful island city. If you are curious about job opportunities or the economic climate, please let us know. Alameda is a wonderful place to call home, whether that is for a few hours or a lifetime.
The Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance is the “voice of business” in the 21st century. Through advocacy and economic development efforts, we are improving our community and assisting businesses to reach unprecedented success during one of the most trying times in the past century.
Since the beginning of the pandemic, we have launched many programs to assist businesses, but two of our most impactful efforts were the creation of the Alameda Chamber Foundation and the Leadership Alameda program.
The Alameda Chamber Foundation is a 501(c)(3) created to conduct and support the Chamber's educational and charitable programs focusing on business, leadership, and community challenges/development. The foundation proudly distributes scholarship funds to high school students who graduate from Alameda schools every year. The Foundation awarded $33,000 in 2021.
The Foundation serves to educate the people who live and work in Alameda on the conditions necessary for our businesses and the community to thrive, how business positively impacts our community, as well as emerging issues and creative solutions to shape the future.
The Foundation provides ongoing leadership development, education programs that provide unique opportunities for learning and growth, and solutions to important community problems like homelessness, workforce development, and economic development.
Leadership Alameda continues these education initiatives by introducing an annual class of future leaders to major facets of the community through an informative and interactive professional development program.
Leadership Alameda’s participants partake in hands-on educational sessions, as well as tours and conversations with community leaders in various industries.
It is an ideal program for people in all industries, at all career levels, and from all backgrounds. Leadership Alameda recruits lifelong learners with an interest in becoming an empowered leader on a grassroots level by covering major areas important to the Alameda community, acting as an incubator for future leaders and community success.
The sessions run from September - June with an application period for the next class beginning each January. If you would like to know more about these programs or others, contact us at contact@alamedachamber.com.
Have you ever visited a place where you felt completely at home? Enjoyed the unparalleled beauty? Where you felt welcome? If not, then you haven’t been to Alameda.Kelly Lux, Chamber Board Chair
Emily Taylor takes her Brown Girls Climb class SUP boarding on Ballena Bay. Mike’s Paddles shop offers rentals, retail, lessons, and camps. (mikespaddle.com)
Alameda, California is a chooseyour-own-adventure vacation with stops that will make every kind of visitor happy, from families to foodies, kite surfers to pinball aficionados, history buffs to fans of architecture, and so much more. If you’re in town for a couple of days, or even just a long layover when flying into Oakland or San Francisco, here are the mustsee suggestions. But, our first suggestion is to rearrange your schedule as you’ll want to spend a lot more time in this gem of a town.
First, one of the things that makes Alameda so special–and residents will mention this first nearly every time you ask them–is that the town is located close to some terrific cities like San Francisco and Oakland–but it is an oasis onto itself. So often when a town is near a city, it becomes engulfed by the larger metropolitan area, and it loses itself. This is not true of Alameda. Alameda is close (just a quick drive over a bridge or ride on a ferry), but it’s worlds away from its neighbors.
The island is a true escape (but convenient for business or vacation travelers). The most memorable way to approach the island is on a ferry crossing the deep majestic blue of the San Francisco Bay. There are three ferry stops in Alameda: the Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal, the Harbor Bay Ferry Dock, and the new Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal. Riders of all ages will enjoy the waters as a more relaxing way to approach the area. The zero-emission fleet of ferries features air-conditioned interiors (complete with, snack bar) as well as deck access.
The ride is a memorable way to capture some “Instagrammable” moments that you just can’t get from a car when accessing the island by one of the bridges or tunnels.
Food is the heart of any community, and you can tell a lot about a place by its food. Alameda offers an enormous number of dining options for all budgets. One of the community’s landmarks and long-time dining establishments is Ole’s Waffle Shop.
Since 1927, Ole’s has used the same recipe for its light and fluffy pancakes and golden waffles. Plus, it caters to early birds by opening its doors at 5:30 AM MondayFriday and 6:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday. Hungry diners crowd into the small location for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, raving about the perfect golden, crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside waffles that the restaurant is known for. Locals will tell you their signature coffee blend and burgers are tops as well. When you visit, expect a wait.
There’s no rushing this kind of goodness, and word has gotten around in their nearly 100 years of serving up smiles.
Don’t forget to pick up some of the pancake/waffle mix and/or coffee so you can enjoy the taste of Ole’s in between visits.
Some of our favorites include:
* Jean Sweeney Open Space Park (1925 Sherman Street) is a delightful reuse project built on the former Alameda Beltline Railroad property. Visitors to this 27-acre park love the paved walking and biking trails. It’s also the perfect spot for an outdoor lunch or dinner with barbecue pits and picnic areas for rental.
* Washington Park (1228 8th Street), is one of Alameda’s largest parks. It’s divided into two sections--Upper Washington (bordered by Central Ave & 8th St), where the playground, recreation center, basketball courts, and the Arnerich Field are located and Lower Washington, where visitors can enjoy tennis courts, the dog park, fitness trail, and Toby Chavez Field.
* Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary, a salt marsh habitat for aquatic birds and some endangered species offering coastline bird-watching and gorgeous sunset views. Visitors also have easy access to walk across the bridge to Harbor Bay.
* With easy access from Webster Street, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach is a favorite for walking and biking. It’s also a prime area to watch kite boarders, paddle boarders, windsurfing, and wind foiling. Don’t miss Doug Siden Visitor Center at Crab Cove while you’re here. It provides a nice education on bay water life including an 800-gallon aquarium system, interactive stations to view microscopic animals, an exhibit that allows you to build a crab from the inside out, and you’ll get a good laugh as you enjoy a lug worm’s view of the mudflats. www.ebparks.org/parks/vc/crab_cove/
Alameda is a wonderfully walkable community. In fact, the City has made a “Safe Streets” commitment to ensure safer crossings that protect pedestrians.
If meandering along windy strollerfriendly trails is the type of walk you like best, don’t miss the new three-acre waterfront park in Alameda Point. The playground there is a favorite among families. It’s set among landscaped passages and lush plantings. This new waterfront park, located at the west end of Atlantic Avenue, boasts a waterside walkway, picnic benches, inviting green spaces, and access to a new stretch of the Bay Trail. Check out the concrete walkway embedded with a chronology depicting the site’s historic past.
Whether you want to stroll slowly along the water or meet up with friends for a picnic lunch on a sunny day, this outdoor space was created with the community in mind and serves as a spot for all to enjoy. As April Phillips, the landscape architect of the park, told the San Francisco Chronicle, “We wanted to create a variety of ways for people to experience the waterfront.” And that’s exactly what they did.
The water front park is the latest project to open among the residential and mixeduse area that includes 128 subsidized apartments designed to accommodate low-income families and formerly homeless veterans.
Another element of interest at the waterfront park is the nearly 40-foot-tall steel sculpture entitled Beken. The name is old English for “beacon.” The structure is comprised of about 120 pieces that range in size from 10 inches to almost 10 feet in
diameter and weighs about 15,000 pounds. The piece was designed digitally and was then laser cut and rolled into shape with a hydraulic bender. It was fabricated at a studio in upstate New York, assembled, and then broken down into pieces for its crosscountry trek on flatbed trailers. It was then reassembled on site with the top attached by crane in August 2022. The structure will be lit at night so that it can be enjoyed after the sun sets as well.
Don’t miss the walking tour of Alameda led by Dennis Evanosky. It’s a wonderful way to soak in the history and get to know the island from someone who knows Alameda—and all it stories—past and present. Tour locations change, please consult the Alameda Post website for upcoming tours. www.alamedapost.com/tours
Every Saturday, you can enjoy the fun, foodie adventure of the food trucks located at South Shore Center. There’s usually a scrumptious mix of Cajun, seafood, ice cream, and others to explore.
After a filling meal from the mobile feasts, it’s time for another Alameda institution and then more outdoor adventure.
If you’re in town around the holidays, take a stroll around the many Victorian homes and bungalows on the island. The enchanting light displays mixed with our temperate climate make for pleasant memories and the type of social media content that will make your friends envious. An island favorite is Thompson Avenue, also known as Christmas Tree Lane. The lavish decorations and festive scenes seem to get bigger and bolder every year. www.facebook.com/christmastreelane
The Alameda Art Association has encouraged the arts in Alameda and been a place where artists and patrons could meet since 1944. www.alamedaartassociation.com
Alameda Art Lab offers classes in mosaics, stained glass, fused glass and other art classes for adults and youths. • www.alamedaartlab.com
Studio 23 acts as a studio and workshop during the day for artists and owners, Jessica and Wesley E. Warren. Once a month, the Studio is open to the public and will feature work by local Bay Area artists. • www.studio23gallery.com
This is a grassroots gallery in a very unconventional location. Come enjoy art under the evening’s and night’s sky in this alley way art space hybrid. www.reddoorgalleryonline.com
Frank Bette Center for the Arts is housed in the lovely yellow turn-of-the-century Victorian House. Our mission includes fulfilling and building upon Frank Bette’s dream. Artists, art lovers, and collectors are encouraged to view this year’s programs and to get involved. • www.frankbettecenter.org
Rhythmix serves approximately 10,000 people each year through a combination of performances, classes and workshops for adults and students. These include classes, workshops, and performances that feature artists representing a mix of contemporary and traditional arts disciplines from around the world. www.rhythmix.org
The Hornet’s mission is to utilize the battleship and its collections, exhibitions and educational programming to promote awareness and understanding of history, science, technology, and service. • www.uss-hornet.org
The Alameda Museum is a history museum about the history and culture of Alameda, California. The museum includes exhibitions about old dioramas, model ships and toys, Native American culture, the Alameda fire department, Neptune Beach and Phyllis Diller. • www.alamedamuseum.org
The Pacific Pinball Museum is an interactive museum offering a chronological and historical display of rare bagatelles and early games, to over 90 pinball machines from the 1940’s to present day available to play! • www.pacificpinball.org
This museum is home to a unique collection of artifacts and exhibits in support of the former Naval Air Station Alameda. • www.alamedanavalairmuseum.org
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After a long day of exploring, relax at one of the many distilleries and bars at Spirits Alley. This area celebrates the artisan beverage crafters and serves up many tastes that are unique to Alameda. The Alameda Point area along Monarch Street is also rich in history, as it was once a Naval Air Station, and it retains a lot of its functional architecture. Visitors and residents find it difficult to convey the beauty of the sunsets and water views from some of the businesses in this area. You’ll just have to experience them for yourself.
Be sure to visit the following businesses for a true taste of Alameda
Alameda is a bike-friendly area with several bike trails. About twenty years ago, the plan to repurpose the abandoned Alameda Belt Line Railroad into a multiple-use trail across the island of Alameda began. The Cross Alameda Trail, a segment of the Bay Trail, has been opened in phases with bike trails in the following areas: Ferry Way & Seaplane Lagoon Ferry; Alameda Point/Site A; Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway & Atlantic Gap; Constitution Way to Sherman Street (AKA Jean Sweeney Open Space): A commuter trail alignment that maintains the existing Class II bike lane along Atlantic Avenue and a recreational Class I path through Jean Sweeney Open Space Park; Marina Cove Clement Extension: Cycletrack along Clement near Marina Cove from Entrance Road to Paru; Clement Avenue: Cycletrack along Clement Avenue plus Class I path along the available shoreline; with several others scheduled to open in 2022.
Alameda Bicycle is an excellent resource for biking trails in the area, including maps and details of each trail. www.alamedabicycle.com
Since Alameda is an island, there are plenty of places to explore in a kayak. If you’re new to the sport or if you have small children, you may want to consider renting a double kayak and taking a kayak tour. Stacked Adventures offers themed tours that are suitable for all experience levels (don’t miss the sunset tour). The tours run about 2-3 hours and provide the opportunity to see the island in a new way. You might even get a close-up look at some spectacular sea life. If you live nearby, you may want to consider joining their paddle club. www.stackedadventures.com
Visitors and residents alike love our outdoor activities. You could spend your entire 48 hours exploring our outdoors and still not have enough time for everything we offer, but here are some options for your first afternoon:
Corica Park was recently named 12th on GOLF Magazine’s list of the Top 30 Municipal Golf Courses in America. It was commended for its Australian Sand Beltstyle South Course, the only one in the Bay Area. The course underwent a complete renovation by golf architect Rees Jones in 2018. Corica also has a nine hole soccer golf course, which is a lot of fun!
The waters off Alameda get some ideal breezes for kite boarding, so you’ll often see the colorful “flags” of these extreme sport athletes dotting the waters. Whether you want to learn the sport (Crown Beach offers some of the best waters for beginners) or you’re already a master, the area often provides perfect conditions. Check out Boardsports California’s website for information on lessons, demos, and gear.
Love kayaking? Mike’s Paddle sells all the gear you need plus runs tours for more experienced paddlers. Go beyond Ballena Bay and push yourself on a longer paddle in more challenging conditions. You’ll enjoy spectacular views of the greater San Francisco Bay’s waterfront and wildlife.
Our waters are a rich part of our history as a source of transportation, food, and pleasure for generations. So, if you’re ready to explore our lagoon and bay, we have lots of ways to do it. There are seven yacht clubs: Encinal Yacht Club, Island Yacht Club, Alameda Yacht Club, Aeolian Yacht Club, Ballena Bay Yacht Club, Oakland Yacht Club and Club Nautique. Have a boat of your own? Then pull up to one of our seven marinas/yacht harbors: Marina Village Yacht Harbor, Grand Marina, Alameda Marina, Forman
Marina, Safe Harbor Ballena Isle, Mariner Square Drystack & Marina, Barnhill Marina & Boatyard.
Marina Village Yacht Harbor is one of our most photographed spots and offers berths that are sheltered from the wind on the calm waters of the Oakland Estuary. In addition to the views, visitors and residents enjoy the nearby restaurants and shops.
From our waters you’ll delight in the views of the Oakland Estuary and Jack London Square, the houseboat communities, expansive container ships, playful marine life, and Coast Guard cutters, against the Oakland and San Francisco skylines. No captain’s boater card? No worries. Bay Area Electric Boats’ emission-free electric boat rentals are easy and fun. They’re a favorite for celebrating life’s adventures whether that’s an ordinary Saturday or a small wedding/ romantic proposal. www.baeboats.com
For those who prefer the yacht life with fine dining and dancing, there’s Luxx Cruises and Events. Their line of boats, named after wine varietals, is a popular choice for weddings, events, meetings, and special occasions. It’s also a favorite for those who want to enjoy the unparalleled views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Want to enjoy the lagoon and the interaction with nature? Try stand up paddleboarding. Get everything you need at Mike’s Paddle; from equipment to lessons, and board rentals to board sales. Mike’s even runs guided tours.
eFoil is a watersport that’s taken Alameda by storm as the waters here create the perfect playground for this cross between surfing and flying. eFoil aficionados and beginners can find everything they need to experience these mini electric surfboards at BayFoils.
The island offers many spots to enjoy a day of fishing, whether from the coast, pier/sea wall, or on the water through a charter. A variety of fish and crustaceans can be gathered from our waters including crabs, and prize catches like salmon, striper, halibut, lingcod, rockfish, sturgeon, albacore tuna, and shark. Please note, fishing licenses are required. Fishing licenses: www.wildlife.ca.gov/Licensing/Fishing Fishing regulations: www.wildlife.ca.gov/Fishing/Ocean/Regulations/ Fishing-Map/SF-Bay
As an island, Alameda is surrounded by the deep blues of the Brooklyn Basin and the San Francisco Bay. And with water comes beaches! There are many gorgeous spots to enjoy, each attracting a different type of beach goer.
An engineering marvel that was reconstructed from sand dug up from the San Francisco Bay in the early 1980s. Today, it offers 2.5 miles of beach, bordered by lawns and picnic areas as well as a bicycle trail. The water is usually warm, and swimming is permitted year-round.
Each June, the park features a sand castle and sculpture contest. It’s open to all ages and attracts hundreds of participants and spectators.
The beach charges for parking: $5 per vehicle; $4 per trailered vehicle. Buses: $25 per bus. Dog Fee: $2 per dog. Guide/service dogs free.
If you followed our suggestions, your first day was an eventful one. Rest up in one of our delightful bed and breakfasts, inns, or hotels. We even have a few extended stay
This beach is beloved by parents because of the shallow waters and views of the city on a clear day. It’s a popular site for kite flying and sailboarding. The beach is easily accessible from the bike trail/walking path.
A short drive from the ferry terminal this beach offers a skinny jetty that is a popular fishing spot. Parts of the beach are rocky, and the water is shallow, which make it a favorite for fishing, strolling, and watching the sun sink on the horizon.
2350 Shoreline Drive is a long, sandy strip of beach known for its volleyball courts and ending in a bird sanctuary. There are several fast-food restaurants nearby perfect for grabbing a quick bite.
properties, ideal for the corporate traveler or someone who wants a little room to spread out. Budget travelers appreciate that the cost of a stay on the island is a fraction of what it is in nearby San Francisco.
The USS Hornet aircraft museum brings history alive for locals, visitors, and even virtual visitors. The dedicated volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure the ship is lovingly maintained, while still incorporating technology into the exhibits to attract and interest everyone from WWII veterans to kindergarten classes. The museum offers rotating exhibits as well as restored spaces, aircraft, and permanent exhibits showcasing the history and heroics of the US navy.
The museum specializes in offering an experience tailored to the interests of guests through group tours for specific interests such as veteran organizations or grade school STEM classes. The museum also hosts special events and a virtual visit portal.
The Pacific Pinball Museum began as a hobby and has grown into not only one of the must-do’s in Alameda but also a popular place for leagues and novices to enjoy the high energy, electrifying excitement of color, sounds, and vibration that is this historic pastime.
The museum offers one-off style play as well as unlimited play options with a daily pass. A pass provides all day unlimited play on over 90+ games, free jukeboxes filled with favorites, stools & footstools for maximum comfort and ease, STEAM exhibits, and original pinball artwork. The museum also offers memberships.
The Pacific Pinball Museum is a labor of love operating as a 501(c)(3). Profits help maintain its machines and their upkeep.
Alamedans love the arts and, for an area of our size, we have a lot to enjoy. If today’s blockbusters are your favorite, spend some time at the Alameda Theatre & Cineplex on Central Avenue. In addition to popular films, the historic theater also broadcasts sporting events and serves up delicious food in the Cinema Grill. It’s not just a movie theater. The Alameda Theatre & Cineplex is its own entertainment complex.
The Frank Bette Center for the Arts was created by Frank Bette upon his death as a “place for meetings, readings, showings, and other creative doings.” It’s open FridaySunday and houses a changing group of
programs, classes (in-person and online), and events. The charming yellow turn-ofthe-century Victorian at 1601 Paru Street at Lincoln Avenue encapsulates the creative energy and diversity of Alameda. Want to make a few art purchases? Alameda is an ideal place to discover the next up-and-coming artist or support a local legend. The Alameda Art Association is conveniently located in the South Shore Center and spotlights a variety of art for sale. The pieces include oils, acrylic, watercolor, pencil, pastel, giclee, and photography. The Art Association hosts events, including art lectures, artist insights, and demonstrations. In addition to paintings and photography, they sell cards, mugs, jewelry, and handmade items perfect for souvenirs and unique holiday gifts.
Rhythmix Cultural Works hosts performances, classes and workshops for adults and children. The non-profit hosts 75-100 events annually, featuring artists representing a mix of contemporary and traditional arts disciplines from around
the world. Performances include a range of music genres (jazz, blues, world music, and classical), dance, comedy, family programming, and community events. The K Gallery at Rhythmix presents six visual art exhibitions annually, along with a weekly Art Jam, where local artists create in a shared studio environment.
Rhythmix Cultural Works also created the island Arts Concert series to present musical traditions from islands around the world on the island of Alameda.
The Altarena Playhouse located at 1409 High Street has been bringing live theater to the Bay Area since 1938. The group is known for presenting creative, intimate, and artistically ambitious stagings of plays, musicals and revues on nearly a monthly basis. There’s always a new show to enjoy. There is street parking near the theater, but visitors should allow a few extra minutes to walk from their cars to the venue.
If you followed all our suggestions, you’re likely worn out from all there is to do on our island. But there’s one more thing that’s impossible to get enough of and that’s our magical views. Whether you pack a picnic basket and enjoy the beauty of our natural surroundings or visit one of the many restaurants and bars known for their scenery, you don’t want to miss some of the best spots including:
Shoreline Park on Bay Farm island: sweeping views of the bay.
Alameda Beach: drink up the city skyline views on a clear day.
Ballena Bay: enjoy views of the marina and the city skyline.
Bay Farm island Shoreline Trail: the 6-mile running loop offers great water views.
Alameda Naval Air Station/Alameda Point: offers magnificent views of San Francisco and the Bay Bridge.
Alameda’s Public Art Program is vital to Alameda’s cultural identity, diversity, and history. The program helps to create a unique sense of place for residents, workers, and visitors, which is evident in many of our public space sculpture projects like the Rockspinners located in Jean Sweeney Open Space Park on Atlantic Avenue or the egret mural by Dan Fontes on Blanding Avenue. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the many creative surprises that are visible throughout our city. Discovering them is half the enjoyment. Learn more about our public art scene at: alamedaca.gov/publicart
The Alameda Point Antiques Faire is the largest antiques show in Northern California and people come from all over the country to experience it. Held on the first Sunday of every month, the Faire boasts over 800 dealer booths.
All items are at least 20 years old, so if you’re looking for that vintage lunch box, perfect antique home decorations, rad 80s clothing, period furniture, jewelry, art, pottery, books, or collectibles, you might find them here.
Parking is free with a shuttle operating between 8:30AM - 2:30PM to bring customers from the parking lot to the entrance, with stops at the Ferry Building on Main Street. The Faire is held at 3900 Main Street in a wildlife sanctuary, so pets are not allowed.
Rent an electric Duffy boat from BAE Boats for a scenic and relaxing excursion on the tidal estuary between Alameda and Oakland shores.
Alameda is an oasis in the bustling Bay Area. It is easily accessible and yet removed enough from its larger neighbors to make people feel like when they take a bridge, tube, or ferry to access the island, they are leaving the stress of the world behind.
While many of us dream of that great escape, we also long to be in the center of arts and culture, business, and job opportunities. Getting away sounds great, but getting too far away comes with its own challenges. With Alameda, you can enjoy a quieter side of life without sacrificing convenience or availability of luxuries and opportunities.
Lisa Maxwell, the Community Development Department Director of the City of Alameda describes the area by saying, “It’s a small town in the midst of a big urban area, a respite with its own personality, striking architecture, and wonderful people.”
Alameda has it all and you can too.
The oldest public electric utility west of the Mississippi was created - right here in Alameda!
Today, the City of Alameda is still in the power business and is still a trendsetter. Now known as Alameda Municipal Power (AMP), we have survived a century and a quarter of utility mergers that created utility behemoths in other places.
AMP has provided safe, reliable power
Alameda’s magic is hard to resist. It’s the type of place people come to visit and choose to stay at. There are few areas that successfully combine a laid-back island vibe with easy access to large cities the way our beloved island does. With Alameda’s proximity to San Francisco and Oakland, we’re a community that is easily accessible and yet worlds away.
Our 23-square mile “beach” town offers a slower-paced, less crowded, small-town feel from its city neighbors without sacrificing the fun or convenience of a hip location. We are also a growing base for life science and technology companies that are choosing to call this area “home.”
Alameda has a lot to offer visitors and residents alike. Real estate options include apartments and condominiums overlooking the Bay, Craftsman bungalows near urban parks, Victorian historic properties, mixed-use shopping and dining districts, and quaint ranch-style homes. Whether shopping for luxury, trendy new builds, or more affordable family options, Alameda has what you’re looking for.
Alameda has a nicely balanced economy. No matter what industry you work in, you are likely able to find opportunities.
The following industries are major employers and growing in Alameda:
Biotech and Life Sciences
at lower rates without sacrificing service to power our community. We maintain local control so that we can re-invest in the island and provide value to enrich our lives, businesses, and the community. In fact, since 1887, AMP has contributed more than $75 million to the City of Alameda’s General Fund.
Whether you are looking to move your family or your business to Alameda, our area is a selling point. With a quieter way of life, some of the Bay Area’s most affordable housing, top schools at all levels, a variety of neighborhoods and housing options, a growing biotech and life sciences industry, and available office space, Ala meda is a place you can make your mark.
Alameda is home to many large and publicly traded businesses on the cutting-edge of their industries. While speaking with three of them: Penumbra, Astra, and Exelixis, we discovered that while they work in different fields, what attracted them to Alameda was very similar: continued growth opportunity, a central location with a good commute, the ability to design their space and hire employees who are top in their field.
Hear why relocation to Alameda is a great step for your business—or your career—from people who are working (and thriving!) in the area. We sat down with the following professionals to learn what sets Alameda apart.
Alameda offers lower-cost real estate and good value. Businesses can negotiate excellent facilities and more attractive lease terms at a better rate compared to other upstream markets. In terms of space, Alameda offers a lot of flexible facilities that are ideal for manufacturing and prototype development. It’s a business-friendly community where you can accomplish a lot in a short time, getting more done quickly.
The power utility also is a draw. Many of these advanced manufacturing, life science, and material science companies need power. With Alameda having its own utility, businesses can get carbon-free and cheaper power.
Additional draws include:
• Low business taxes • Less red tape
• Flexible zoning • Safe community
• Educated workforce
• Employees want to live here
Penumbra, Inc., is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products. Its products address challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra supports healthcare providers, hospitals, and clinics in more than 100 countries. The company is headquartered here in Alameda and is part of our growing life science corridor.
We recently sat down with Jennifer Heth, the Public Relations Director for Penumbra and asked her the following:
What brought Penumbra to Alameda? Why did you think it was a good climate / environment to open a business?
Alameda’s proximity to other health/ med-tech companies, transportation centers like the Oakland Airport and Harbor Bay ferry terminal, and other resources made the city an ideal location for Penumbra’s headquarters. Being surrounded by a vibrant community heavily focused on innovation helps attract top talent and fosters a culture of creative thinking – a perfect combination to fuel our continued growth.
In fact, Alameda is so attractive that many of Penumbra’s workforce now call Alameda home.
What is Penumbra most passionate about?
Penumbra’s focus has been to build a business that develops the latest technologies to help as many people as possible by identifying areas that no other company is in, or has succeeded in, and addressing complicated medical conditions in a novel way.
What kind of employees are you looking for?
Penumbra has more than 3,800 employees around the world and is rapidly growing. We are looking for employees who want to be at the forefront of technology that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world’s most devastating diseases and enjoy being part of an energetic team. For career opportunities, please visit: https://jobs.lever. co/penumbrainc.
How do you feel about the growing life sciences and technology “enclave” that Alameda is becoming?
It’s been a privilege to be part of such a dynamic community that is focused on advancing innovation for the purpose of improving the health of others. We want to create technologies that help as many people as possible and being able to do that with a larger community that shares that mindset is wonderful.
Astra’s mission is to Improve Life on Earth from Space™ by creating a healthier and more connected planet.
Astra offers the lowest cost-per-launch dedicated orbital launch service of any operational launch provider in the world. Astra delivered its first commercial payload into Earth orbit in 2021, making it the fastest company in history to reach this milestone, just five years after it was founded in 2016. Astra (NASDAQ: ASTR) was the first space launch company to be publicly traded on Nasdaq.
For a long time, access to space has been slow and expensive. Astra is transforming the industry with their Silicon Valley mentality of rapid iteration and innovation. This vertically-integrated company selected Alameda as its corporate headquarters because of its unique blend of capabilities. The company could design, build and test their launch systems all in one place, which is difficult to find in other parts of the Bay Area. The location at the Naval Air Station in Alameda supports the growth of this spacetech company by enabling them to bring in top talent and providing the facility to make materials into rockets. This location at Alameda Point created a competitive advantage and provided considerable benefits to Astra, including the ability to reuse the engine test cells that were originally used for jet engine testing. They also have the claim to fame of being the only rocket company in town.
Astra has large goals and ambition, tied to an exciting culture. The company has a bias toward action, learning quickly, and getting things done with a company culture that places no emphasis on hierarchy or title. Astra is actively recruiting for people who want to be a part of something transformative.
Founded in 1994, Exelixis, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXEL) is a commercially successful, oncology-focused biotechnology company that strives to accelerate the discovery, development, and commercialization of new medicines for difficult-to-treat cancers. Following early work in model system genetics, it established a broad drug discovery and development platform that has served as the foundation for its continued efforts to bring new cancer therapies to patients in need. The company is committed to reinvesting in its business to maximize the potential of its pipeline. By supplementing its existing therapeutic assets with targeted business development activities and internal drug discovery, the company is delivering the next generation of Exelixis medicines and helping patients recover stronger and live longer.
Dr. Michael Morrissey, President and CEO, explains why the company operates out of Alameda. “The whole San Francisco area was inundated with biotech companies and the idea of moving, especially to the East Bay, was really attractive. There’s a very large biotech community living in the East Bay and the commute to get over a bridge and the travel times are horrendous. The idea was that if we moved to the East Bay — and we could find a home that we could grow into with our ambitious growth plans — then we’d have the opportunity to really attract talent (especially living in East Bay) and would look for a great company, a great culture, and most importantly a great commute. That’s turned out to be the case…We’ve grown and have really changed dramatically. The majority of our employees live in the East Bay and we’ve been growing dramatically (even during the pandemic)…
“It’s a big draw having this great campus. It’s beautiful and we’re right on the Bay. A reasonable commute really makes a big difference for people.”
Part of the draw to Alameda was the growth opportunity for the company. They didn’t want something they’d outgrow quickly, and they liked the idea of a campus. Exelixis took over existing offices previously held by the telecom industry in the 90s and they made the space their own. Dr. Morrissey adds, “We took over two buildings and then did a complete renovation with 1851 being our headquarters. 1801’s first floor was designed to have office space for development and lab space on the second floor. Since then, we have taken control over another two and a half buildings on the campus. We renovated one completely and that tripled our lab space for our discovery scientists. We took over 1601, which is 37,000 square feet of office space that supports a couple hundred of our team members. We’ve grown dramatically with the existing footprint that was there when we moved in during 2018. Plus, we are building a brandnew headquarters. It’s 200,000 square feet of new construction and will house about 900 people at 1951 Harbor Bay Parkway. We’re super excited about it. It’s going to give us a chance to add a lot more people.”
“We continue to have these very aggressive growth plans as we develop our drugs that we either had existing or are currently making as part of our discovery operations… It’s a fantastic time to be in Alameda. We had this
“Astra is transforming the industry with their Silicon Valley mentality of rapid iteration and innovation.”
vision to put a stake in the ground, build a new home, a new campus around this business campus concept and we’ve done that. We couldn’t be happier. We’ve been growing because we tapped into great talent in the East Bay and surrounding areas as well.”
The City of Alameda has a pro-business focus. If you would like to start your own business, steps and resources can be found online here www.alamedaca.gov/BUSINESS/Starting-a-Business-in-Alameda
We are located in Harbor Bay Business Park, 1980 North Loop rd. We like Alameda for its temperate climate and central location.
We bake to bring joy to our customers and our community by providing delicious and addictive bread and pastries. We offer a great work environment where we nurture and develop our team of employees. Nearly all of our management team started at the entry-level.
We bake and deliver bread, pastries, croutons and biscotti seven days a week. Our bread includes baguettes, Challah, Cinnamon Twist, Ciabatta, sourdough, sandwich rolls, and Hamburger buns. Our pastries include Almond and Chocolate Croissant and Morning Buns. Did you know that we also bake cookies?
The Bay Area is our world, and Alameda is our home. Giving back to the community is a core value. Every day we bake, we donate fresh bread and pastries to local charities. (The deal is over $1,000 per day.)
Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, Paceline Investors is a privately held commercial real estate investor and developer. Paceline Investors focuses on finding underperforming assets and submarkets where a mix of capital, building improvements, place-making and hustle creates high quality work environments for today’s tenants and their future occupancy needs. Paceline Investors focuses 100% of its energies on Bay Area properties, and this focus has enabled it to develop an extensive network of professional relationships across the industry.
Paceline Investors is the continuation of an entrepreneurial investment track record dating to 2006 which has continued since moving to the Bay Area in 2010. Most commonly, Paceline Investors makes its investment alongside institutional joint venture partners and family office investors.
The Oakland Roots SC is a professional men’s soccer team, focused on harnessing the magic of Oakland and the power of sport as a force for social good. The club practices in Alameda and plays games in downtown Oakland in front of thousands of fans. Learn more and buy tickets at www.oaklandrootssc.com.
The organization is launching a women’s team, Oakland Soul, starting play in 2023. www.oaklandside.org/2022/05/24/oakland-rootsannounce-oakland-soul-womens-soccer-team
Cerda-Zein Real Estate (CZRE) was founded in 2009 by Jose and Nancy Cerda-Zein. CZRE is a Boutique Real Estate firm specializing in residential and commercial sales, residential and commercial property management, and residential and commercial leasing. Our team firmly believes in setting and exceeding expectations for our clientele. CZRE is hyper-local to the city of Alameda and has a ton of knowledge on current conditions and trends of local real estate. In addition, CZRE is committed to Alameda, supporting an array of local events, schools, and youth sports here on the island. You can reach Jose Cerda-Zein directly by voice or text at 510523-5673 or by emailing jose@cerdazein.com
Since December 2019, Paceline Investors has acquired eleven buildings totaling approximately 700,000 sf in Harbor Bay with the aim of positioning the area as a next generation hub for life science, laboratory sciences and advanced manufacturing. Paceline’s anchor tenants include Harbor Bay stalwarts such as Penumbra and Abbott Laboratories’ Diabetes Care Group, but we have also invested millions into upgrading our building’s and their systems to accommodate the needs of modern science and research with this cluster being known in life science circles as the Radius at Harbor Bay.
The strengths of Alameda and our capital investments have led us to create an additional hub for Bay Area laboratory science and enabled the next generation of research, development and manufacturing to occur in Harbor Bay.
Senti Bio was founded to create a new generation of smarter medicines that outmaneuver complex diseases using novel and unprecedented approaches.
Senti Bio has built a synthetic biology platform that enables it to program nextgeneration cell and gene therapies with what we refer to as “gene circuits.” These gene circuits, which are created from novel and proprietary combinations of DNA sequences, reprogram cells with biological logic to sense inputs, compute decisions and respond to their cellular environments.
One of Alameda’s biggest kept secrets is that we are an accessible island. People assume islands are difficult to get to, but in the past two years especially, more people have developed an appreciation for having it all. We’re easy to get to, and Alameda is a place you’ll want to stay. We have amazing job opportunities and natural beauty.
Maybe we should consider changing our name to All-ameda?
As an (accessible) island, you’re never far from any of the Bay Area attractions. San Francisco is just 18-20 minutes away by ferry or 40 minutes by car, and Oakland is right across the bridge.
Alameda is a multi-modal community with many transportation options. We offer convenient bus and shuttle service, train service (commuter and AMTRAK, part of the Capitol Corridor), ride sharing and multiple ferry routes to get you where you need.
In addition, Alameda county incentivizes people to make green choices and reduce their carbon footprint by carpooling and offering free parking to take public transportation.
The Oakland Airport (OAK) is less than five miles from Alameda, and it provides a wonderful gateway to convenient flights without the headache of a crowded airport.
Alameda has many airport options that are not only convenient but allow travelers and busi ness professionals to access the best prices and flights to suit their schedules including San Francisco (SFO) (12.9 miles), San Jose (SJC) (33.3 miles), Sacramento (SMF) (73.8 miles) and Reno (RNO) (180.9 miles).
The Oakland International Airport is in Alameda’s backyard, but don’t make the mistake of believing Oakland is a small regional airport. The airport is focused on cutting-edge initiatives in flight experience, sustainability, and modernizing terminal facilities.
OAK offers a speedy airport experience. All gates are easily accessible, and the airport has the types of amenities that make traveling a pleasure. One of the highlights of travel through Oakland is the Escape Lounge. Regardless of the cost of your ticket, your loyalty program status, or the airline
“The Oakland International Airport is in Alameda’s backyard, but don’t make the mistake of believing Oakland is a small regional airport. ”
you are flying, all guests are invited and eligible to book time at the Escape Lounge. There, they will find a place to have a good meal, relax, enjoy a glass of wine, work, rest, or read in a comfortable place.
OAK offers several onsite parking options including premier, hourly, and daily parking options. Budget-friendly options include an off-site economy parking with complimentary shuttle service. Rental cars, ride share programs, BART, limos, taxis, and electric charging stations round out the transportation options that help travelers get on their way quickly.
Approaching Alameda by car is easy across bridges or tunnel. There’s the Webster Street and Posey Tubes (tunnels) and Park Street, Fruitvale Avenue, and High Street over the Tidal Canal. Doolittle Drive crosses over from Bay Farm island.
Whether you’re coming in from San Francisco or Oakland, the San Francisco Bay Ferry offers an economical and efficient way to get to the island. Alameda has three ferry stations: the Alameda Seaplane Ferry Terminal at 1701 Ferry Point Road in Alameda Point, the Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal at 2990 Main Street, and the Harbor Bay Ferry Terminal located at 215 Adelphian Way. Bicycles are welcome aboard and the terminals have lockers.
Clipper is the San Francisco Bay Ferry’s easiest payment option that guarantees the cheapest fare. Riders can get a card at a self-service machine, retail location, or online.
You can also download the app and add money for fares. Clipper is the only way to get transfer discounts for multiple transit providers.
Each of our neighborhoods exudes its own unique personality. If you ask residents about their preferred area, you’ll get different answers from each person. From charming turn-of-the-century bungalows to Victorian gingerbreads, from mid-century modern ranches to mixed-use apartment complexes, our variety of housing speaks to the island’s diversity.
The Main Street Ferry Terminal is just minutes away from this popular area for commuters to San Francisco. It’s also a lot of fun as a mixed-use residential area. Located at the north end of Webster Street, the main street running north-south on the west side of Alameda, Alameda Landing is a 72-acre development with a shopping center, Target, Safeway, tons of restaurants (with a mixture of culinary choices including BBQ and pizza to froyo and boba tea), and newer housing. Up until 1997, this area was known as the Fleet Industrial Supply Center for the U.S. Navy. This area enjoys a rich naval history, which you can explore at the nearby USS Hornet Museum.
Love the beach? Then Bronze Coast might be the ideal neighborhood for you. It lies east of the Gold Coast neighborhood and is mostly residential. The area is bordered by a lagoon on the southern side, Central Avenue on the north, Park Street on the eastern side, and Grand Street on the west. If you enjoy historic homes, you’ll love strolling these well-established residential streets with Queen Anne, Victorian and Craftsman styles. Some of the homes along the lagoon feature private docks, for direct access to the water.
The Central Alameda neighborhood is bordered by Webster Street to the west, Grand Street to the east, Central/Encinal Avenue to the south, and Lincoln Avenue to the north. Central Alameda is mostly residential. The home styles are diverse, but you can find Victorian-era and Craftsman-style homes here. There are many restaurants and other businesses on Webster Street. There’s a gym, multiple barber shops and hair salons, second-hand and consignment stores, a comic bookstore, tattoo parlors, and several small grocery establishments. On Tuesdays and Saturdays, visitors and residents enjoy shopping for flowers, fresh fruit, and more at the Urban Village Farmer’s Market at Webster and Haight Streets.
The East End is a favorite of families because of its excellent schools and mature parks. Lincoln Park boasts a pool, a rose garden, play structures, and baseball fields. The Alameda Beach is minutes away and features a walking and biking trail (learn more in the To Do section). Visitors to the area love the view of the San Francisco skyline. The East End neighborhood consists of the area east of Park Street and includes the Fernside and Marina neighborhoods. The serene streets crisscross through a mix of Victorian, Craftsman, Tudor, Mediterranean, and mid-centurymodern homes.
The Gold Coast neighborhood is as in-demand as it sounds. Home to one of the best-rated elementary schools in the area, its popular for families and those who love history. The area’s stately homes sit on larger lots and are some of the most desired in Alameda. Situated on the southcentral part of the island, the Gold Coast is bordered by Central and Encinal Avenues to the north, Grand Street to the east, the Alameda Lagoon to the south, and Caroline Street to the west. Commuters enjoy the location as it offers easy access to downtown Oakland and Interstate 880 via the Posey Tube. It’s also within walking distance of two bus lines that offer regular service to downtown San Francisco and not too far from the ferry station.
If you enjoy sports, you won’t be the only one in Harbor Bay/Bay Farm. Bay Farm island is mostly residential, but it’s also home to the Chuck Corica Golf Complex, a ferry terminal, and plenty of office, retail, manufacturing, biotech and industrial complexes. Bay Farm is connected to the main island by the Bay Farm island Bridge. Bay Farm is considered the older part of this neighborhood where 1970’s townhomes, mid-century homes, and Craftsman-style dwellings are popular. Harbor Bay is the newer area, featuring man-made lagoons and newer homes in a 917-acre planned community.
When you see a postcard of Alameda and its boats, you’re likely looking at Marina Village. The neighborhood is located on the northwest section of the main island, just east of Webster Street and southeast of the Webster/Posey Tube. Marina Village Parkway cuts through Marina Village, curves north, and eventually enters the Alameda Landing neighborhood and shopping center. Speaking of shopping, the Marina Village Shopping Center is a large outdoor shopping center with a variety of services, places to eat and shop.
Convenient retail and relaxing water views are top draws for the South Shore neighborhood. The area features a fantastic shoreline with walking and biking paths, beaches with volleyball nets, and enchanting views of San Francisco. The beach and shoreline are popular with families, pet owners, runners, and those who love taking in the relaxing scenery. South Shore is also home to the South Shore Center, a 594,000 square-foot openair shopping destination that offers a wide range of services and stores. There you’ll find a mixture of chains, franchises, and local shops featuring locally produced artisanal gifts and treats, as well as the Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance.
The West End also overlaps into Central Alameda. Alameda’s West End offers diverse home styles, businesses, restaurants, retail and entertainment options. Craftsman bungalows, Victorian-era, and Mid-century Modern homes line the residential streets of the area. At the north end of Webster Street, the main street running North and South, you will find Alameda Landing — a shopping area with many restaurants. Newer-construction homes surround the shopping center and offer a family-friendly community, complete with gathering spots. Nearby, you will find the College of Alameda campus. The Pacific Pinball Museum is also here. The West End provides easy access to Oakland and the rest of the East Bay through the Webster/ Posey Tubes and the Alameda Point ferry.
Alameda Marina LLC is re-imagining and redeveloping the Alameda Marina into a vibrant and accessible mixed-use commercial and residential property. It includes: 760 housing units, 150,000 square feet of commercial space, 104 permanently affordable housing units, 529 boat slips, 3.45 acres of parks, 60 dry boat storage areas and easy public shoreline access extending the Bay Trail and bike path network
Located in the East Bay, across from San Francisco and adjacent to Oakland, Alameda is a smart choice for those who want a family-friendly town with nearby public transit. Pulte Homes, one of the nation’s top new home builders, offers new homes for sale in Alameda with designer finishes and Smart Home technology features that connect your home for the way you live. These newly constructed homes enjoy access to nearby Lake Merritt BART, Alameda Main Street Ferry Terminal and the I-880 freeway, connecting homeowners to major Bay Area employment hubs.
The vision for the Warehouse 48 site is an adaptive re-use of the historic building (formerly owned by Del Monte Foods) and surrounding land. The concept calls for approximately 380 residential units and 30,000 square feet of retail/commercial space. The building will be re-purposed and rehabilitated with uses that may include: office and work space, shops and food sellers, live/work units, and residential lofts.
In the process of the redevelopment, the plan requires site-specific objectives: Protect and preserve the Del Monte City Monument by allowing economically viable adaptive reuse of the building to ensure that current and future property owners are able to improve, maintain and preserve the building for future generations. Reduce truck traffic in the adjacent neighborhoods by replacing warehouse and trucking uses with employment and residential uses. Improve public access through the site and building to the public waterfront from Buena Vista Avenue and the adjacent neighborhoods.
Star Harbor, formerly known as the “Del Monte Warehouse”
Multiple companies are expanding the options for both residents and businesses by reusing the available space in unique and creative ways.
Alameda’s smart growth is due to the extraordinary contributions of bright developers.
Here are a few with projects on the island.
With a maker’s heart, Jonah Hendrickson (the developer behind the Berkeley Kitchens) sees things differently from some developers. He looks for interesting space and the quality of light. Those are two of the things that attracted him to Alameda Point. Working within the confines of historic buildings and their nuances, the Storehouse Lofts project had its initial challenges. But now the 196-unit of live/workspace is ready for pre-leasing.
Named after the naval storehouse, the spaces have retained much of the building’s original character, including concrete columns where with a keen eye you can still make out the grain of wood that was used as a form when the columns were set.
The in-building gathering spaces were constructed to enable a collaborative work/live environment to inspire creative minds to exchange ideas and propel their businesses forward.
The 68-acre development on the former Naval Air Station at Alameda Point has garnered a lot of attention because of its past fits and starts, but this multi-generational, mixed-type project is nearing completion. With 800 units, 25% of it marked as affordable and senior housing, the convenient location with ferry access has made it very popular. Residents will appreciate ten acres of open park space, expansive water views, a children’s area, and basketball courts nearby a variety of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options.
All this new growth has replaced a fenced-off military zone of squat buildings and large parking lots. Nowhere are the changes Alameda is undergoing
more evident than in this area’s revitalization and new use.
In just over three years, 41 new life science companies from various parts of the Bay Area have relocated to Alameda. That’s in part because The Research Park focuses on three different areas: transportation, amenities, and capital. From a transportation perspective, there is easy access to water taxi service, shuttles to public transit, free parking, and the commercial ferry service. They strive to be the apex of local transportation.
The Research Park clients have access to amenities they won’t get elsewhere such as the Encinal Yacht Club, which allows them to swim, sail, kayak, and more. There’s a tiki bar on the waterfront overlooking Oakland and San Francisco. There are onsite boot camps and yoga classes. Tenants of this 200-acre, 32-building campus also enjoy the Retreat, the centrally located tenant amenity building at 2020 Challenger Drive in Alameda.
The Research Park invests the capital so that clients have everything they need such as CRISPR technology for life science companies. With clients in life sciences, material science, and food tech, The Research Park ensures things are built out the right way for each of their clients, taking on a role of partner in their success.
Brookfield Properties and Catellus were selected by the City of Alameda to collaborate with MidPen Housing and RESHAP partners to develop the West Midway property. Consistent with the Alameda Point Main Street Neighborhood Specific Plan, West Midway will become a new mixed-income, mixeduse neighborhood of 789 homes and up to 10,000-square-feet of neighborhood commercial. The project will redevelop supportive housing operated by Alameda Point Collaborative, Operation Dignity and Building Futures with Women and Children (collectively referred to as RESHAP) as an integral part of this new neighborhood.
The East Bay is home to several emerging growth industries, including advanced manufacturing, biomedical, clean tech, and life sciences that are foundational to our region’s prosperity and quality of life. Some industry subsectors have more than doubled in size over the past five years, and despite the uncertainty created by the pandemic, a number of them are continuing to grow at a rapid pace. The City of Alameda can be proud about having a proportionately larger number of jobs in these sectors than many other parts of the region and also feel confident that the development of Alameda Point and other promising sites will help to perpetuate this growth. Indeed, the city’s efforts to support expanding and growing the local housing supply is another important ingredient for helping to support this virtuous cycle of economic growth and investment, particularly as the city is also continuing to work hard to preserve and protect existing and new local-serving businesses that have been more adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Alameda is a foodie’s dream with dozens of choices in types of food as well as varieties of dining experiences. From awardwinning bistros to taco trucks, from breakfast eateries to traditional seafood restaurants, whether you’re in the mood for comfort food after a night out on the town or decadent dishes to celebrate a special anniversary, Alameda is home to restaurants of every kind and creation, including chains and local dining.
When you eat in Alameda, it’s an experience. The island’s restaurants offer an atmosphere that fits your every mood, from quaint sidewalk cafes to restaurants with expansive vistas of the bay. The only frustrating part of Alameda dining is deciding where to eat.
Enjoy beer, live music, and SF sunsets at Faction Brewery at Alameda Point.
1400 BAR & GRILL 1400 Webster St. 1400barandgrill.com (510) 263-9651
ALLEY & VINE 1332 park st. unit D alleyandvine.com (510) 227-5006
APPLEBEE’S 2263 South Shore Ctr. applebees.com (510) 522-7071
BLUE DOT CAFÉ AND COFFEE BAR 1910 Encinal Ave. bluedotcafeandcoffeebar.com (510) 523-2583
CAFÉ JOLIE 1500 Webster St. cafejolies.com (510) 523-4500
CERON KITCHEN 1619 Webster St ceronkitchen.com 510 521 9090
CINEMA GRILL 2301 Central Ave. alamedacinemagrill.com (510) 769-2000
FAMOUS DAVE’S BBQ 2690 5th St. Ste. J famousdaves.com/home (510) 764-3786
HOMESKILLET 1363 Park St. (510) 457-0563
JIM’S COFFEE SHOP 2333 Lincoln Ave. jimscoffeeshop.com (510) 523-5368
JIM’S ON THE COURSE 1 Club House Memorial Rd. jimscoffeeshop.com/onthecourse (510) 337-9950
LITTLE HOUSE CAFÉ 2300 Blanding Ave. littlehousecafe.com (510) 864-4044
LOLA’S CHICKEN SHACK 1417 Park St. lolaschickenshack.com (510) 521-4488
MARTI’S PLACE 1905 Encinal Ave. (510) 521-4600
MCGEE’S 1645 Park St. mcgeesbarandgrill.com (510) 522-3470
MOSLEY’S CAFE 2099 Grand St. mosleyscafe.com (510) 263-8363
NEPTUNE’S 630 Central Ave. neptunesalameda.com (510) 263-9438
OLE’S WAFFLE SHOP 1507 Park St. (510) 522-8108
SOUTH SHORE CAFÉ 531 S Shore Ctr. W (510) 523-3663
THE HOBNOB 1313 Park St. thehobnobalameda.com (510) 769-1011
WESCAFE 1518 Webster St. wescafealameda.com (510) 522-1700
ABIGAIL’S MOROCCAN CUISINE 1132 Ballena Blvd. abigailsalameda.com (510) 523-5500
ANGEL FISH JAPANESE RESTAURANT 883 island Dr. Ste. C-2 angelfish-restaurant.com (510) 749-0460
HASHI GAWA 2661 Blanding Ave E, (510) 227-5187
KOBE-YA 2300 Encinal Ave. (510) 337-1966
KOKOLO DONBURI 1518 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501 kokorodonburica.com (510) 239-4646
RAMEN HIROSHI 1241 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501 ramenhiroshi.com/alameda (510) 500-9995
SAGA KITCHEN 1707 Lincoln Ave. sagakitchen.com (510) 769-8898
SAKURA RESTAURANT 2408 Santa Clara Ave. (510) 749-9988
SHIRASONI 2660 5th St. Ste. A shirasoni.com (510) 239-4285
SUSHI & MORE 1245 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501 sushimorealameda.com (510) 263-8171
SUSHI HOUSE 2375 Shoreline Dr. e-sushihouse.com (510) 865-0999
SUSHI KING 1650 Park St. (510) 523-9888
URBAN KARE HOUSE 411 S Shore Center urbankarehouse.com (510) 263-8222
UTZUTZU 1428 Park St. (510) 263-8122
WAKI JAPANESE CUSINE 1403 Webster st. 2319 Santa Clara Ave wakisushi1403.com (510) 217-8396
YELLOWTAIL JAPANESE BISTRO 1332 Park St. Ste. C yellowtailbistroalameda.com (510) 521-3298
YOJIMBO SUSHI 1221 Park St. 2139 Santa Clara Ave. yojimbosushi.com (510) 523-4120
YOKOHAMA JAPANESE RESTAURANT 1427 Webster St. yokohamasushi.com (510) 522-2945
BHAN MAE VANE 1511 Webster Street bhanmaevane.com (510) 227-5197
BLUEFIN SUSHI THAI 3211 Encinal Ave. bluefinsushithai.com (510) 522-1269
MAY THAI KITCHEN 1319 Park St Alameda maythaikitchenalameda.com (510) 263-8229
MONKEY THAI 1930 Main St. Unit 3 monkeythairestaurant.com (510) 814-3799 2210 S Shore Ctr. Ste. Hmonkeythai.com (510) 263-8505
NOODLE LOVERS CLUB 1700 Park St thenoodleloverclub.com (510) 522-8200
SPICE I AM 1353 Park St. spice-I-am.com (510) 522-8679
TOOMIE’S THAI CUISINE 1433 Park St. toomiesthai.com (510) 865-8008
UP 2U THAI EATERY 1405 Webster St. up2uthaieatery.com (510) 521-6466
Vietnamese BAGUETTE 2353 Santa Clara Ave. (510) 239-4187
DRAGON ROUGE 2337 Blanding Ave. dragonrougerestaurant.com (510) 521-1800
MINT LEAF VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT 831 Marina Village Pkwy. mintleafvr.com (510) 522-2758
PHO ANH DAO 1919 Webster St. (510) 263-8577
PHO NATION EXPRESS 2353 Santa Clara Ave (510) 239-4187
PHO SINH 1434 Park St. phosinh.com (510) 769-8836
RANG DONG 660 central ave (510) 814-3938
SIDESTREET PHO 2304 Encinal Ave. sidestreetpho.com (510) 808-5298
TU TAI 2 1531 Webster St. (510) 523-6993
VIETNAM HOUSE 1527 Park St. (510) 864-4022
INDIA PALACE 737 Buena Vista Ave. indiaplacealameda.com (510) 814-8778
BURMA SUPERSTAR 1345 Park St. burmasuperstar.com (510) 522-6200
ARK CHINESE RESTAURANT 1405 Park St. arkchineserestaurant.com (510) 521-6862
CHEF ‘S WOK 1821 Webster St. chefs-wok.com (510) 337-9388
CHINA VILLA RESTAURANT 891 island Dr. Ste. A chinavillaalameda.com (510) 521-1911
DRAGON VILLAGE 642 Lincoln Ave. dragonvillagealameda.com (510) 523-6461
EAST OCEAN SEAFOOD RESTAURANT (DIM SUM) 1713 Webster St. eastoceanseafoodrestaurant.com (510) 865-3381
GENGHIS KHAN KITCHEN 1540 Park St. (510) 522-8398
GIM’S CHINESE KITCHEN 2322 Lincoln Ave. gimschinesekitchen.com (510) 523-2400
HONG KONG CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 1425 Park St. hongkongcityseafoodca.com (510) 523-4568
KITCHEN OF ALAMEDA 1727 Webster St. kitchenofalamedachinese.com (510) 865-1662
LITTLE JOE’S EXPRESS 1410 Encinal Ave. littlejoesexpress.com (510) 217-8687
MONKEY KING AT THE BREWERY 1708 Park St., Suite 120 monkeykingtogo.com (510) 522-8886
MONKEY KING PUB & GRUB 1315 Park St. monkeykingtogo.com (510) 522-88
NEW BAMBOO KITCHEN 2105 Lincoln Ave. newbambookitchen.com (510) 521-6908
ORCHID PAVILLION CAFÉ 1540 Webster St. fortunecookieca.com (510) 871-2908
PACIFIC LIGHTHOUSE 1051 Pacific Marina pacificlighthouse88.com (510) 263-9232
WILD GINGER 1239 Park St. wildgingeralameda.com (510) 263-8128
XING YUAN CHINESE RESTAURANT 839 Marina Village Pkwy. xingyuanchinese.com (510) 522-8215
PHNOM PENH HOUSE RESTAURANT 1514 Webster St. phnompenhhouse.com (510) 893-3825
BB BOWL 2601 Blanding Ave, Ste. B (510) 521-1325
BOWL’D BBQ 2201 S Shore Ctr. bowldbbq.com (510) 263-8717
KOJA KITCHEN 2680 5th St. Ste. D kojakitchen.com (510) 239-4175
OHGANE ALAMEDA X VONS CHICKEN 2211 S Shore Center #160 ohgane-alameda-kbbq.business.site (510) 775-7538
SAMPAGUITA FIL-AM CUISINE 1216 Lincoln Ave. (510) 865-2931
ALAMEDA BAGELS & DONUTS 1227 Park St. (510) 239-4387
BAGEL STREET CAFÉ 2212 S Shore Ctr. Ste. F bagelstreetcafe.net (510) 522-2838
DOMENICO’S ITALIAN DELI 1407 Webster St. domenicositaliandeli.com (510) 865-5558
FIREHOUSE SUBS 2680 5th St. Ste. B firehousesubs.com (510) 217-8278
GREENS & GRAINS 1650 Park St. Ste. H greensandgrains.net (510) 239-4059
HOUSE OF BAGELS 1362 Park St. (510) 522-6580
JAY’S COFFEE TEAS & TREATS 1414 Encinal Ave. (510) 769-9030
JOHNATHANS’S SANDWICH HOUSE 2316 Santa Clara Ave. johnathanssandwich.com (510) 522-8040
LEVY’S BAGELS 730 Atlantic Ave. (510) 523-1080
PANERA BREAD 2249 S Shore Ctr. panerabread.com (510) 749-9810
SANDWICH BOARD 2412 Webb Ave. sandwichboardal.com (510) 521-3366
SANTORO’S ITALIAN MARKET & DELI 475 Santa Clara Ave. santoros.net (510) 217-8710
TOGO’S 1929 Broadway togos.com (510) 523-5200
WATERFRONT DELI 1070 Marina Village Pkwy. Ste. 105 waterfrontdeli.com (510) 769-0240
WHY COOK! 1750 N. Loop Rd. Ste. 125 whycookalameda.com (510) 864-0108
CRISPIAN BAKERY 1700 Park St. Ste. 120 crispianbakery.com (510) 239-4751
FEEL GOOD BAKERY feelgoodbakery.com 3215 Encinal Ave. (510) 263-9439 1650 Park St. (510) 864-2733
SUPERHERO DESSERTS 1449 Webster St (510) 239-3022
WHISK CAKE CREATIONS 1930 Main St. whiskcakecreations.com (510) 853-5620
ALAMEDA ISLAND BREWING COMPANY 1716 Park St. alamedaislandbrewingcompany.com (510) 217-8885
ALMANAC BEER CO. 651 W Tower Ave. almanacbeer.com (415) 992-3438
BUILDING 43 WINERY 2440 Monarch St. building43winery.com (510) 263-0399
Open Fri & Sat only
CLUB HOUSE 1215 Park St. (510) 522-0228
DASHE CELLARS 1951 Monarch St. Hangar 25 dashecellars.com (510) 452-1800
FACTION BREWING COMPANY 2501 Monarch St. factionbrewing.com (510) 523-2739
THE FIRESIDE LOUNGE 1453 Webster St. Ste. A thefiresidelounge.com (510) 864-1244
FORBIDDEN ISLAND TIKI LOUNGE 1304 Lincoln Ave. forbiddenislandalameda.com (510) 749-0332
HANGAR 1 VODKA 2505 Monarch St. (510) 871-4950
LEMON DROP 2542 Santa Clara Ave. (510) 521-4722
LUCKY 13 1301 Park St. lucky13alameda.com (510) 523-2118
RUNWAY SPIRITS 2505 Monarch St. Ste. A runwayspirits.com (510) 545-9677
ST. GEORGE SPIRITS 2601 Monarch St. stgeorgespirits.com (510) 769-1601
SWELL BAR 1539 Lincoln Ave. swellbaralameda.wordpress.com (510) 522-6263
THE PREACHER’S DAUGHTER 1629 Park St, Alameda preachersdaughteralameda.com (510) 995-8041
THE RAKE AT ADMIRAL MALTINGS 651 W Tower Ave.Ste.A admiralmaltings.com (510) 666-6419
TOWN TAVERN 1437 Park St. towntavernalameda.com (510) 523-1041
URBAN LEGEND 1951 Monarch Street Hangar 25 ulcellars.com (510) 545-4356
WACHIRA WINES 1419 Park St, Alameda karibulounge.com (510) 479-4920
WALLY’S CORNER 1600 Webster St. (510) 522-4412
WINE & WAFFLES 1505 Park St. wineandwaffles.com (510) 523-2301
ALAMEDA GRILL 1520 Park St. alamedagrill.com (510) 523-1700
DIRECTOR’S CUT (PROJECT BURGER) 2319 Central Ave #4513 (510) 865-3032
FIVE GUYS BURGER AND FRIES 2254 S Shore Ctr. ÿveguys.com (510) 769-1788
THE HABIT BURGER GRILL 2640 5th St. Ste. 10 habitburger.com (510) 337-9982
IN-N-OUT BURGER 555 Willie Stargell Ave. in-n-out.com (800) 786-1000
NATION’S GIANT HAMBURGERS 1432 Webster St. nationsrestaurants.com (510) 521-8888
PAMPERED PUP 1401 Park St. (510) 521-2321
BEANERY OF ALAMEDA 1650 Park St. beaneryofalameda.com (510) 521-8800
CAFÉ AU LAIT 3215 Encinal Ave. Ste. D (510) 864-7672
COFFEE & TEA TRADERS 833 island Dr. Ste. B2 (510) 769-7222
DING TEA 1342 Park St, Alameda www.dingtea.com (510) 995-8382
GONG CHA 1501 Park St. gong-cha-usa.com
HAPPY LEMON 2321 Santa Clara Ave. happylemonwest.com (510) 263-9028
HIGHWIRE COFFEE ROASTERS 1234 Park St, Alameda highwirecoffee.square.site (510) 775-7071
I-TEA 1626 Park St. itea-usa.com (510) 263-8789
JAMBA JUICE 2306 S Shore Ctr. order.jambajuice.com (510) 521-1112
JULIE’S COFFEE & TEA GARDEN 1223 Park St. juliestea.com (510) 865-2385
MAIN SQUEEZE 2300 Central Avenue Coming Soon
MALAYA TEA ROOM 920 Central Ave. malayatearoom.com (510) 263-8208
PEET’S COFFEE & TEA 2631 Blanding Ave. (510) 814-8800 1365 Park St. (510) 473-0136 1901 Webster St. (510) 254-3857 peets.com
SIGNAL COFFEE ROASTERS 1536 Webster Street 2318A Central Ave signalcoffee.com (510) 217-8739
SPRITZERS 734 Central Ave. (510) 995-8644
STARBUCKS starbucks.com 1364 Park St. (510) 521-5815 2210 S Shore Ctr. (510) 749-9595 2671 Blanding Ave. Ste. D (510) 337-1091 700 Atlantic Ave. (510) 337-1580 2700 5th St. (510) 214-0913 980 Island Dr. (341) 388-0002
THE LOCAL 1333 Park St. thelocalalameda.com (510) 523-2116
TOP UP TEA 650 Central Ave Ste. G topuptea.com (510) 671-2653
YIFANG TAIWAN FRUIT TEA 409 S Shore Center alamedayifang.com (510) 671-6333
EAST END 1650 Park St. Ste. A eastendalameda.com (510) 263-9630
PASTA PELICAN 2455 Mariner Square Dr. pastapelican.com (510) 864-7427
TOMATINA 1338 Park St. tomatina.com (510) 521-1000
TRABOCCO 2213 S Shore Ctr. trabocco.com (510) 521-1152
ANGELA’S KITCHEN 1640 Park St. angelas2go.com (510) 263-8788
ASENA RESTAURANT 2508 Santa Clara Ave. asenarestaurant.com (510) 521-4100
Q’S HALAL CHICKEN 2306 Central Ave. qhalal.com (510) 227-5870
TAHINA 1650 Park St. tahinafreshmed.com (510) 227-5457
THE PARK STREET TAVERN 1901 Park St. theparkstreettavern.com (510) 671-2867
TROY 2320 Central Ave. Ste. A troygreek.com (510) 522-2800
SPEISEKAMMER 2424 Lincoln Ave. speisekammer.com (510) 522-1300
OHANA HAWAIIAN BBQ 2661 Blanding Ave., Ste. B hawaiianislandbbq.com (510) 749-7777
ONO HAWAIIAN BBQ 2630 5th St. Ste. B onohawaiianbbq.com (510) 239-4407
POKE KOMA 1354 Park St poke-koma.com (510) 227-5519
POKI SALAD 2680 5th St. Ste. C (510) 217-8978
ALAMEDA SCOOP 1708 Park Street (510) 522-8886
BASKIN ROBBINS 2601 Blanding Ave. #D baskinrobbins.com (510) 865-2231
LOARD’S ICE CREAM 2265 S Shore Center loards.com (510) 521-0873
RITA’S 417 S Shore Ctr. ritasice.com (510) 397-4597
ROLL & BOWL 2302 Encinal Ave www.roll-bowl.com (510) 671-7866
TOPUP 650 Central Ave. Ste. G (510) 521-5888
TUCKER’S ICE CREAM 1349 Park St. tuckersicecream.com (510) 522-4960
YOGOFINA 1335 Park St. yogofina.com
YOGURTLAND 2640 5th St. Ste. B yogurt-land.com (510) 749-4885
360 DEGREES GOURMENT
BURRITOS 853 Marina Village Pkwy. 360gourmetburritos.com (510) 814-9003
ACAPULCO RESTAURANT 2100 Lincoln Ave. acapulcoalameda.com (510) 239-4912
CALAFIA TAQUERIA 1445 Webster St. (510) 522-2996
CANASTA KITCHEN 1544 Webster St canastakitchen.com (510) 217-8458
CAPULLO 1508 Park St. capullococinamexicana.com (510) 521-2141
CASA REVOLUCION TAQUERIA 2522 Santa Clara Ave (510) 217-8959 tacosrevo.com/menu
CHIPOTLE 2314 S Shore Ctr. (510) 337-1592
CHIPOTLE 2610 5th St., Ste. 10 chipotle.com (510) 748-8949
CHOLITA LINDA 1337 Park St. cholitalinda.com (510) 648-3839
EL CABALLO WRAPS 1108 Lincoln Ave. elcaballow.com (510) 521-6257
ISLAND TAQUERIA 1513 Park St. islandtaqueria.ezlocal.com (510) 749-7018
LA PENCA AZUL 1440 Park St. (510) 769-9110 891-B island Dr. (510) 814-0560 lapencaazul.com
OSCAR’S GRILL 1411Harbor Bay Pkwy. oscarsgrillalameda.com (510) 769-5441
TAQUERIA RAMIRO & SONS 2321 Alameda Ave. (510) 523-5071
TAQUERIA VIVA MEXICO 2327 Central Ave. vivamexicotaqueria.com (510) 769-8482
A-TOWN PIZZA 2327 Blanding Ave. Ste. E atownpizza.net (510) 522-7575
ALAMEDA PIZZA 1538 Webster St. (510) 523-7149
DOMINO’S PIZZA 1215 Lincoln Ave. dominos.com (510) 865-8000
EXTREME PIZZA 1504 Webster St. extremepizza.com (510) 263-9797˝
LA VAL’S PIZZA 891 island Dr. Ste. E lavalspizza.com (510) 521-7711
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA 1521 Webster St. Ste. A littlecaesarspizza.com (510) 865-9991
MARLEY G’S PIZZERIA 1330 Park St. marleygspizza.com (510) 227-5521
MOD PIZZA 2308 S Shore Ctr. Dr. modpizza.com (510) 227-1444
MOUNTAIN MIKE’S 714 Central Ave. mountainmikes.com (510) 749-9499
NEW YORK PIZZA 1528 Park St. newyorkpizzaofalameda.com (510) 522-6040
PAPA MURPHY’S PIZZA 1929 Broadway papamurphys.com (510) 865-4777
PIZZA MATADOR Delivery Only - Order Online pizzamatador.com (510) 394-5422
ROUND TABLE PIZZA 2651 Blanding Ave. Ste. H roundtablepizza.com (510) 748-8600
THE STAR ON PARK 1400 Park St. Coming Soon
STRAW HAT PIZZA 901 Marina Village Pkwy. strawhatpizza.com (510) 864-8600
BUCKET O’ CRAWFISH 1919 Webster St. bucketocrawfish-alameda.com (510) 263-8578
HANG TEN BOILER 2315 Santa Clara Ave. hangtenboiler.com (510) 263-8688
PIER 29 RESTAURANT 1148 Ballena Blvd. pier29alameda.com (510) 865-5088
If you ask people living in Alameda what brought them to the area, many will tell you the schools. Those with families or thinking about them in the future know Alameda Unified School District (AUSD) offers excellent education opportunities at all levels. The island also has a number of highly regarded Charter and Private schools. Our schools are also a major draw for businesses looking to relocate as they know they will a have well-educated workforce to draw from and the schools will be a plus to employees moving to the area.
AUSD serves the needs of over 9,600 students, from pre-school through high school. Its focus on equity for all means a student base that reflects its commitment to diversity with demographics breaking out to 36% Asian, 29% White, 16% Hispanic, 8% Black/African American, and 9% of two or more races. About 27% of AUSD students are from low-income households and 17% are English learners.
AUSD’s nine elementary schools, four middle schools, and four high schools offer a wide range of educational opportunities, including STEAM programs, sustainability focus, intervention services, arts integration, and newcomer classes for students who are new to the US. The high schools have strong career/technical education programs, representing top areas of interest for students including broadcast journalism, sports medicine, childcare/early education, and genomics, as well as honors, AP, and visual and performing arts classes.
The continuation program at island High School assists students who need extra support to graduate. Alameda also has a magnet high school — the Alameda Science and Technology Institute — which offers an early college program that provides students opportunities to earn college credits and/ or an Associate of Arts degree while in high school.
The College of Alameda is a public community college that is part of the Peralta Community College District. The school offers a variety of courses of study including 60+ degrees and certificates. The school of over 6,000 students advocates not only academic excellence but community involvement as well.
Alameda is also nearby several of the nation’s top colleges and universities including UC Berkeley (7.5 miles), Stanford (35 miles), and UCSF (13 miles).
Alameda Christian School
American International Montessori
Bay Area Chinese Bible School
Bayfarm Elementary School (AUSD)
Central Baptist Church
Coastline Christian School
Da Vinci Center For Gifted Children
Earhart Elementary School (AUSD)
Franklin Elementary School (AUSD)
Love Elementary School (AUSD)
Maya Lin School (AUSD)
Otis Elementary School (AUSD)
Paden Elementary School (AUSD) Peter Pan Schools
Rising Star Montessori
Ruby Bridges Elementary (AUSD) St. Joseph Elementary School
St. Philip Neri Elementary School
The Child Unique Montessori
Academy of Alameda (AUSD)
Bay Farm School (K-8) (AUSD)
Encinal Jr. High School (AUSD)
Lincoln Middle School (AUSD)
NEA Community Learning Center
St Joseph Notre Dame Wood Middle School (AUSD)
Alameda Community Learning Center
Alameda High School (AUSD)
Alameda Science & Technology Institute (AUSD)
Encinal High School (AUSD)
island High School (AUSD)
NEA Community Learning Center Saint Joseph Notre Dame
Alameda is home to numerous pre-K schooling options, check your local resources to find the best fit.
Schools listed with (AUSD) are part of the Alameda Unified School District, those without are private schools.
Vision Zero is an international movement that aims to reduce traffic deaths and life-changing injuries to zero, while increasing safe, healthy, equitable mobility for all. It addresses all collisions, whether people travel by foot, wheelchair, bike, motorcycle, car, or truck. Alameda’s Vision Zero efforts are guided by its Vision Zero Action Plan and Vision Zero policy
To achieve its Vision Zero goals, the City is working to create roads where everyone can get around safely, whether they travel by bus, car, bike, foot, wheelchair or other mobility device. A safer, complete street encourages people to drive at safe speeds and offers safe, comfortable passage for people walking and biking.
The City uses crash data to prioritize street investments, focusing on its High Injury Corridors and on interventions that reduce dangerous behaviors like speeding and failing to yield to a pedestrian.
One element of a safer street is reduced speeds.
Studies show that the risk of severe injury or death goes up dramatically as speeds increase above 20 miles per hour. Most of Alameda’s streets have posted 25 mile per hour speed limits, but some were originally designed in ways that promote higher speeds. The City is working to redesign many of these streets so that it feels natural and easy to drive at safer speeds.
The City of Alameda and its community partners are committed to addressing homelessness in our island city. The City
coordinates the CARES team whose members provide outreach and programs to support unhoused individuals and families in Alameda.
Through adoption of its award-winning Climate Action and Resiliency Plan in 2019, Alameda has set an ambitious goal of reducing emissions by 50% below 2005 levels by 2030 and becoming carbon neutral as soon as possible.
The CARP charts a course to achieve this goal through equitable improvements to transportation, buildings, energy use, and waste management.
The City of Alameda has initiated a Smart City Master Plan to provide a roadmap for improving the City’s Smart City infrastructure to better serve the City’s growing technology needs. The Plan will assist the City in using new technologies to improve community member’s lives and to achieve the City’s General Plan goals.
The 2040 Alameda General Plan is a statement of community goals, objectives, policies, and actions to guide our island community in the challenges facing us today and in the future. Thanks to the work of over 1,700 community members and over 25 community organizations, the Alameda General Plan 2040 was adopted by the City Council on November 30, 2021.
On behalf of the City of Alameda, I’m delighted to welcome you to our island city in San Francisco Bay. Three ferry terminals offer fast service to San Francisco, South San Francisco, and Oakland, and the Bay Area’s most scenic, stress-free commute. We’re also just 10 minutes from Oakland International Airport.
Alameda is home to 80,000 residents, but maintains a small town feel. We value innovation and entrepreneurship, as demonstrated by Alameda Point where a former naval air station is being transformed into a hub of life sciences companies; clean, green, and high tech businesses; food and beverage producers; small manufacturers; makers, artists, and retail.
Alameda is a great place to locate and grow your business. We’ve got two downtown districts with distinctive shops and award-winning restaurants; family-friendly neighborhoods; high ranking schools; and plenty of amenities that include: 22 parks as well as 51 miles of bikeways, beautiful beaches, and waterfront access.
City staff prides itself on offering “concierge service” that makes bringing your business to Alameda an absolute pleasure. Please contact our Economic Development Department at 510-747-6890 so we can help you discover all that Alameda has to offer!
Best regards, Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft Mayor of alaMeda
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Vision Zero is an international movement that aims to reduce traffic deaths and lifechanging injuries to zero, while increasing safe, healthy, equitable mobility for all.
Alameda is an accessible island with a wealth of transportation options including dependable bus and ferry service to Oakland and San Francisco, sidewalks on most streets, bike paths and lanes across town and next to the water.
Our 25-mile-per-hour speed limit on most streets make our island welcoming to bike riders and pedestrians. View walking and biking maps at www.bikewalkalameda.org
Alameda is served by AC Transit (including express bus service to and from San Francisco) and BART at several nearby stations in Oakland (12th Street, Fruitvale and Lake Merritt).
In addition to these, we have a few free shuttles:
• The Alameda Loop Shuttle (operated by the City) runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with a different route each day.
• The Harbor Bay Business Park Shuttle to BART (operated by the Harbor Bay Business Park Association) connects the Business Park to the Coliseum BART Station.
• The Alameda Landing Express (operated by Alameda Landing) runs on weekdays between Target and 12th Street BART in Downtown Oakland.
Biking is a popular form of transportation on our island. Here are a few resources:
Bike Safety www.bikeeastbay.org/education
Bicycle and Walking Map www.bikewalkalameda.org/bwa-resources/bicycleand-walking-map/
Electric Bike Rebate www.alamedamp.com/407/Rebates-andIncentives
BART Bike Stations www.bikehub.com/bart/#toggle-id-2
Bike Racks www.alamedaca.gov/BUSINESS/GeographicInformation-System-GIS/City-of-AlamedaCitywide-Viewer
Automated/smart carpooling services: Lyft Line, uberPOOL, Scoop and Waze Carsharing: Gig Car Share, Getaround, and Turo operate in Alameda and provide car rental/sharing options for short periods.
Alameda has three ferry terminals that link Alameda to San Francisco. Rides take about 20 minutes. Oakland is accessible via a “Short Hop” where you can connect to downtown Oakland via bike or the Broadway Shuttle. Services are operated by San Francisco Bay Ferry.
Carpooling options to/from the ferry stations include: Lyft Line, uberPOOL, Scoop and Waze
Seaplane Lagoon opened on July 1, 2021, with direct service to Downtown San Francisco. AC Transit bus (Line 78) provides direct service to Seaplane Lagoon timed to ferry departures.
Main Street has direct service to Jack London Square in Oakland, and to the Ferry Building in San Francisco. Service is available midday, evening, and weekends. On November 8, service to South San Francisco and the “short hop” from Alameda to Oakland will re-start. For one year, the fare is reduced by 17%.
Harbor Bay provides direct service to the San Francisco Ferry Building. It now includes midday service and temporarily lower fares.
Check out the route maps and safety tips. www.alamedaca.gov/RESIDENTS/Information-forResidents/Getting-Around-Alameda#section-5
East Bay Paratransit provides transit services for people who are unable to use buses or trains due to a disability or a disabling health condition. www.eastbayparatransit.org
The City of Alameda has a paratransit coordinator who helps meet community member transportation needs.
FAQs about auto parking for people with disabilities.
www.alamedaca.gov/RESIDENTS/Auto-Parking-inAlameda/Auto-Parking-FAQs#section-5
For any employee working in Alameda County, the Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) program will pay for a free ride home for those who use transit, walking, bicycling, carpooling or vanpooling to get to work, in the event of unexpected circumstances such as illness, family crisis or unscheduled overtime. Pre-registration with the program is required. www.grh.alamedactc.org
Learn about parking, rules, and availability here.
www.alamedaca.gov/RESIDENTS/Auto-Parking-inAlameda/Auto-Parking-FAQs#section-5
There are six drawbridges over the Oakland-Alameda Estuary. The Alameda County Public Works Agency operates and maintains them. Four of the bridges are for vehicle traffic, one bridge is for trains, and one bridge is exclusively for bicycles and pedestrians.
Alameda is committed to a cleaner, zerogreenhouse gas emission future. Alameda Municipal Power (AMP), the city-owned electric utility, has programs to encourage and incentivize electric vehicle use. The City is making it easier for residents and businesses to install EV chargers.
The City of Alameda is dedicated to promoting equity, environmental justice, and a high quality of life for everyone. We do this regardless of income, race, gender, sexual orientation, cultural background, or ability. The City engages these populations in all decision making, recognizing and changing local policies, programs, ordinances, and practices that serve to perpetuate injustices suffered by under served and underrepresented populations.
Alameda’s commitment to environmental resilience springs from a desire to protect the environment, respond to the climate crisis, and meet regional responsibilities. As an island, Alameda is vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, including rising sea and groundwater levels, more severe droughts, wildfire smoke, and other impacts of climate change. General Plan 2040 policies support global, regional, and local efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions locally and regionally and prepare for climate change through smart growth development policies, strategic infrastructure improvements, and expanding and protecting natural conservation areas, marshes, and wetlands.
Alameda is known for its diverse neighborhoods, main streets, historic architectural styles, extensive tree canopy, walkability and livability, and cultural diversity. The island’s character is further defined by its wide range of architecture and building types, including multifamily buildings, single family buildings, and mixed-use buildings. These diverse physical and social characteristics contribute to the high quality of life in Alameda and provide the framework for shaping development, conserving resources, and maintaining a thriving economy. General Plan 2040 policies manage growth to address current challenges
and responsibilities and support the characteristics that make Alameda a special place to live, work, learn, and recreate.
Living on an island in the center of a major metropolitan area contributes to the high quality of life in Alameda, while creating unique challenges and opportunities for mobility. General Plan 2040 policies support and enhance mobility and accessibility by increasing transportation choices and options for Alameda residents, businesses, and visitors, eliminating severe injuries and fatalities on Alameda streets, and making the shoreline more accessible.
Centrally located in the Bay Area, South Shore Center is Alameda’s premiere familyfriendly destination. The nearly 600,000 square foot center is filled with 80 national and local shopping, entertainment, and dining favorites.
Residents and visitors alike are drawn to South Shore Center for so much more than just shopping. You can easily fill the day strolling the beautiful walkways, enjoying the local statuary art throughout the property and relaxing with a Jamba Juice or Starbucks in one of the many spacious courtyards.
Bring the kids for a day of fun at the outdoor family play area or create your own pottery art at Color Me Mine, where kids age 5 to 105 can discover the artist inside them. Don’t forget to treat the kids (and yourself) at the iconic Loard’s Ice Cream and Candy Store, See’s Candies, or Rita’s Italian Ice.
If you’re looking for a more relaxing day, pamper yourself at European Wax, or Antidote Salon. Then grab a quick lunch at Chipotle, MOD Pizza, Panera Bread, South Shore Café, Subway, or Bagel Street Café.
While there is so much more than just shopping at South Shore Center, the shopping is an experience you should not miss. With a diverse and vast selection of big brand and regional shops, you’re sure to check all the essentials and indulgences off your list. Shop your favorites — Safeway, Trader Joe’s, T.J.Maxx, Kohl’s, Ross, Old Navy, Party City, Petco, Big 5 Sporting Goods, Daiso — or discover local and regional gems like Janene’s Bridal Boutique and Whales & Friends.
Of course, the perfect day is never complete without a delicious meal, and South Shore Center is home to an appetizing assortment of sit-down dining
options. You can satisfy any craving with options like Applebee’s, Bowl’d BBQ, Monkey Thai Restaurant, Ohgane Korean BBQ, Sushi House, Trabocco, and more.
In addition to the regular line up of food, fun and shopping, South Shore Center hosts scores of events, and family programs throughout the year including pop-up food truck lunches with Off the Grid, job fairs, art and garden events, and festive holiday décor and family activities.
To plan your day at South Shore Center, visit www.alamedasouthshorecenter.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates on events, new stores and deals.
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66 Franklin St., Ste. 200, Oakland, CA 94607
EDEN HOUSING 22645 Grand St. Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 247-8186 www.edenhousing.org
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2810 Harbor Bay Pkwy., Ste. B, Alameda, CA 94502
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POWER ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION CO. (510) 337-3800 | www.powerengconstruction.com
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SRM - ERNST DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS (510) 219-5376 | www.srmernst.com 2220 Livingston St., Ste. 208, Oakland, CA 94606
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PK CONSULTANTS 875a Island Dr. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 541-9550 www.pkconsultants.com
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BAY AREA CHINESE BIBLE CHURCH 1801 North Loop Rd. Alameda, CA 94502 (510) 995-5383 www.bacbc.org
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HOME 2 SUITE (510) 871-2400 | www.hilton.com/en/hotels 1660 Harbor Bay Pkwy., Alameda, CA 94502
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AKAMAI MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS, INC. 909 Marina Village Pkwy., #499 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 854-8900 www.akamai-solutions.net
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HAMPTON INN & SUITES (510) 521-4500 | www.hilton.com/en/hampton 1700 Harbor Bay Pkwy., Alameda, CA 94502
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1900 Skyhawk St., Alameda, CA 94501
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ALAMEDA MARINA 1815 Clement Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 521-1133 www.alamedamarina.net
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OAKLAND YACHT CLUB 1101 Pacific Marina Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 522-6868 oaklandyachtclub.net/index.cfm
U-HAUL OF THE EAST BAY 8000 San Leandro St. Oakland, CA 94621 (510) 639-9100 www.uhaul.com
OSBORNE ACADEMY 2601 Blanding Ave. C427 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 708-8233 OzzysMusicacademy.com
WAYNE’S MUSIC STUDIO 1535 Clement Ave. Alameda, CA 94540 (510) 205-0515 www.waynesworldmusicalameda.com
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ALAMEDA ARTS 2651 Barbers Point Rd., #B Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 205-6481 www.alamedaarts.com
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ALAMEDA CIVIC BALLET 1402 Park St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 337-1929 alamedacivicballet.org
ALAMEDA COLLABORATIVE CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILY 2263 Santa Clara Ave., Ste. 120 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 747-6883 www.alamedayouth.com
ALAMEDA COMMUNITY SAILING CENTER Encinal Boat Ramp Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 629-9282 www.sailalameda.org
ALAMEDA COUNTY GENERAL SERVICES AGENCY 1401 Lakeside Dr. Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 208-9700 www.acgov.org/gsa
ALAMEDA EDUCATION ASSOCIATION 1124 Ballena Blvd., #9 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 521-3034 www.alamedaeducationassociation.net
ALAMEDA EDUCATION FOUNDATION Post Office Box 1363 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 337-7189 alamedaeducationfoundation.org
ALAMEDA FAMILY SERVICES 2325 Clement Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 629-6303 www.alamedafs.org
ALAMEDA FIRE DEPARTMENT 1300 Park St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 337-2100 alamedaca.gov/fire
ALAMEDA MEALS ON WHEELS Post Office Box 2534 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 865-6131 www.alamedamealsonwheels.org
ALAMEDA POINT COLLABORATIVE 677 West Ranger Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 898-7800 apcollaborative.org
ALAMEDA SUPPORT FOUNDATION 2500 Santa Clara Ave., Ste. 2 Alameda, CA 94501 (415) 244-3184 www.asfcharity.org
ALTARENA PLAYHOUSE 1409 High St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 523-1553 www.altarena.org
BAY AREA CHINESE BIBLE CHURCH 1801 North Loop Rd. Alameda, CA 94502 (510) 995-5383 www.bacbc.org
BAY EAST ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® 2490 Mariner Square Loop, Ste. 200 Alameda, CA 94501 (925) 730-4060 bayeast.org
BIKE WALK ALAMEDA Post Office Box 2732 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 595-4690 www.bikewalkalameda.org
BUILDING FUTURES 1395 Bancroft Ave. San Leandro, CA 94577 (510) 357-0205 www.bfwc.org
COMMUNITY ACTION FOR A SUSTAINABLE ALAMEDA 1028 Fair Oaks Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 casa-alameda.org
COMMUNITY OF HARBOR BAY ISLE 3195 Mecartney Rd. Alameda, CA 94502 (510) 865-3363 www.harborbay.org
FELTON INSTITUTE 1005 Atlantic Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (415) 474-7310 www.felton.org
FRANK BETTE CENTER FOR THE ARTS 1601 Paru St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 523-6957 www.frankbettecenter.org
FRIENDS OF THE ALAMEDA ANIMAL SHELTER 1590 Fortmann Way Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 337-8565 www.alamedaanimalshelter.org
GIRLS INC. OF THE ISLAND CITY 1724 Santa Clara Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 521-1743 x207 www.girlsincislandcity.org
KATHLEEN C WOULFE 1115 Peacock Creek Dr. Clayton, CA 94517 (510) 846-5000 www.linkedin.com/in/kathleen-c-woulfe
KIWANIS CLUB OF ALAMEDA Post Office Box 1217 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 764-1472 www.alamedakiwanis.org
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF ALAMEDA Post Office Box 1645 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 769-1604 www.lwvalameda.org
NAVY LEAGUE OF THE UNITED STATES ALAMEDA COUNCIL PO Box 1056 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 915-2921 alamedanavyleague.org
PERALTA COLLEGES FOUNDATION 333 East 8th St. Oakland, CA 94606 (510) 466-7206 www.peraltafoundation.org
RHYTHMIX CULTURAL WORKS 2513 Blanding Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 865-5060 www.rhythmix.org
SAN FRANCISCO BAY FERRY (WETA) Pier 9, Ste.111, The Embarcadero San Francisco, CA 94111 (415) 291-3377 sanfranciscobayferry.com See our ad Back Cover
USS HORNET MUSEUM 707 W Hornet Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 521-8448 x414 www.uss-hornet.org See our ad page 11
CONSERVATION SOCIETY OF CALIFORNIA / OAKLAND ZOO 9777 Golf Links Rd. Oakland, CA 94605 (510) 632-9525 www.oaklandzoo.org
EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT 2950 Peralta Oaks Court Oakland, CA 94605 (510) 544-2020 www.ebparks.org
2504 Santa Clara Ave, Ste. A Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 747-9019 www.lemonshoots.com
MAURICE RAMIREZ PHOTOGRAPHY (510) 882-2522 | www.mauriceramirez.com 2515 Blanding Ave., Alameda, CA 94501
KOS READ GROUP, INC. 347 Wayne Ave., Oakland Oakland, CA 94606 (510) 292-5715 www.kosreadgroup.com
VOX POPULI 1608 Alameda Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (415) 515-9156 www.voxpopulipr.net
WORKING IMAGES 201 Marlow Dr. Oakland, CA 94605 (510) 336-1047 workingimages.com
BAY EAST ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® 2490 Mariner Square Loop, Ste. 200 Alameda, CA 94501 (925) 730-4060 bayeast.org
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DRYSDALE/RICH KRINKS 885 Island Dr., Ste. 200 Alameda, CA 94502 (510) 381-3434 www.rkrealestate.com
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES/GINGER SCHULER 885 Island Dr., Ste. 200 Alameda, CA 94502 (510) 814-4872 www.berkshirehathawayhs.com
CERDA-ZEIN REAL ESTATE (510) 522-5888 | www.cerdazein.com 1417 Everret St., Alameda, CA 94501
COMPASS 2070 Mountain Blvd. Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 332-6507 www.KarenManuel.com
NEWMARK 1111 Broadway, Ste. 100 Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 923-9155 nmrk.com
RIVERROCK REAL ESTATE GROUP 950 West Mall Square, Ste. 239 Alameda, CA 945401 (510) 749-0304 www.riverrockreg.com
SHARON MANCILLAS, KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 2437 Santa Clara Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 263-9990 www.SharonMancillas.com
ALAMEDA COMEDY CLUB 2431 Central Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 318-1538 www.alamedacomedy.com
ALAMEDA’S BEST CATERING 123 Sheffield Rd. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 681-1180 www.alamedasbestcatering.com
ALLEY & VINE (510) 227-5006 | www.alleyandvine.com 1332 Park St., Unit D, Alameda, CA 94501
AMY’S MOVEABLE FEAST 2711 Encinal Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (202) 509-9604 amysmoveablefeast.com
ASENA RESTAURANT 2508 Santa Clara Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 521-4100 asenarestaurant.com
alamedachamber.com
BACOGAI
2651 Blanding Ave., Ste. E Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 239-4060 www.bacogai.com
BOATHOUSE ALAMEDA 2030 Clement Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 263-9134 www.boathousealameda.net
BRIX BEVERAGE / ALAMEDA POINT BEVERAGE GROUP 1951 Monarch St., Ste. 200 Alameda, CA 94501 (800) 372-5098 www.brixbev.com
BURMA SUPERSTAR 1345 Park Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 522-6200 burmainc.com
CAFE JOLIE (510) 523-4500 | cafejolies.com 1500 Webster St., Alameda, CA 94501
SHARE PIZZA LLC 2400 Monarch St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 326-1560 sharepizzakitchen.com
SHIRASONI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 2660 5th St., Ste. A Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 239-4285 www.shirasoni.com
SIGNAL COFFEE ROASTERS, LLC 1536 Webster St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 217-8739 www.signalcoffee.com
SPEISEKAMMER 2424 Lincoln Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 522-1300 www.speisekammer.com
THE FIRESIDE LOUNGE 1453 Webster St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 864-1244 www.thefiresidelounge.com
THE PARK STREET TAVERN (510) 671-2867 | www.theparkstreettavern.com 1901 Park St., Alameda, CA 94501
CERON KITCHEN (510) 521-9090 | ceronkitchen.com 1619 Webster St., Alameda, CA 94501
COFFEE CULTURES (415) 407-7892 | www.coffee-cultures.com
1926A Park St., Alameda, CA 94501
CRAFT-CHOCOLATE
2400 Monarch St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 482-4117 www.craft-chocolate.com
DONSUEMOR, INC. (888) 420-4441 | donsuemor.com 2080 North Loop Rd., Alameda, CA 95402
DONUT PETIT 711 Santa Clara Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 747-8817 www.donutpetit.com
MOSLEY’S CAFE 2099 Grand St., Ste. 3 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 263-8228 Www.Mosleyscafe.com
NOTHING BUNDT CAKES (510) 923-2253 www.nothingbundtcakes.com/bakery/ca/emeryville 5745 Cristie Ave., Emeryville, CA 94608
OLE’S WAFFLE SHOP (510) 522-8108 | www.oleswaffleshop.com 1507 Park St., Alameda, CA 94501
PASTA PELICAN 2455 Mariner Square Dr. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 864-7427 www.pastapelican.com
THE PREP STATION 2400 Monarch St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 504-3867 www.theprepstation.com
B.A.R.T. DIRECTOR 3763 Woodruff Ave. Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 530-3444 www.robertraburn.com
PORT OF OAKLAND www.portofoakland.com 530 Water St., Oakland, CA 94607
SAN FRANCISCO BAY FERRY (WETA) (415) 291-3377 | sanfranciscobayferry.com Pier 9, Ste. 111, The Embarcadero San Francisco, CA 94111
ALAMEDA COUNTY INDUSTRIES (510) 483-1400 2307 Blanding Ave., Ste. B Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 483-1400 www.alamedacountyindustries.com
TRABOCCO KITCHEN & COCKTAILS (510) 521-1152 | www.trabocco.com 2213 South Shore Center, Alameda, CA 94501
TUCKER’S SUPER CREAMED ICE CREAM 1349 Park St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 522-4960 tuckersicecream.com
WHISK CAKE CREATIONS 1930 Main St., #2 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 853-5620 www.whiskcakecreations.com
PEET’S COFFEE & TEA (510) 594-2100 | www.peets.com 2001 Harbor Bay Pkwy., Alameda, CA 94502
ROADSIDE ROTISSERIE 1415 Broadway, Ste. K Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 463-1530 www.roadsidesf.com
SAFEWAY INC. 5918 Stoneridge Mall Rd. Pleasanton, CA 94558 (925) 467-3000 www.safeway.com
MERLONE GEIER PARTNERS (510) 521-8100 | www.MerloneGeier.com 523 South Shore Center, Alameda, CA 94501 See our ad page 40
SEMIFREDDI’S (510) 995-2967 | semifreddis.com 1980 North Loop Rd., Alameda, CA 94502
OAKLAND ROOTS SC & OAKLAND SOUL SC (510) 488-1144 | oaklandrootssc.com 2744 11th St., Unit K01, Oakland, CA 94601
BANNER NORCAL DEVELOPER LLC 3435 Ocean Park Blvd., Ste. 107-6 Santa Monica, CA 90405 (614) 226-3970 bannerrealestategroup.com
U-HAUL OF THE EAST BAY 8000 San Leandro St. Oakland, CA 94621 (510) 639-9100 www.uhaul.com
HIDDEN CONNECTIONS 909 Marina Village Pkwy., # 300 Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 865-3940 hiddenconnections.net
AC TRANSIT 1600 Franklin St. Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 891-7194 www.actransit.org
ALAMEDA COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION 1111 Broadway, Ste. 800 Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 208-7400 www.alamedactc.org
ALAMEDA MUNICIPAL POWER (510) 748-3900 | www.alamedamp.com 2000 Grand St., Alameda, CA 94501
EAST BAY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
East Bay Municipal Utility District, 375 11th St. Oakland, CA 94607-4240 (866) 403-2683 www.ebmud.com
STOPWASTE 1537 Webster St. Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 891-6500 www.StopWaste.org
JJ CAPITAL PARTNERS, LTD. 2601 Blanding Ave., #C389 Alameda, CA 94501 (415) 609-5090 www.financialhealthexpert.com
PEET’S COFFEE & TEA
2001 Harbor Bay Pkwy. Alameda, CA 94502 (510) 594-2100 www.peets.com
SIGNAL COFFEE ROASTERS, LLC 1536 Webster St. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 217-8739 www.signalcoffee.com
DASHE CELLARS
(510) 452-1800 | www.dashecellars.com
1951 Monarch St., Hangar 25, Alameda, CA 94501
KARIBU BY WACHIRA (510) 479-4920 | www.karibulounge.com
1419 Park St., A,B,C, Alameda, CA 94501
RUNWAY SPIRITS CO.
(510) 545-9677 | runwayspirits.com
2505 Monarch St., Ste. A, Alameda, CA 94501
ST. GEORGE SPIRITS
(510) 769-1601 | www.stgeorgespirits.com
2601 Monarch St., Alameda, CA 94501
URBAN LEGEND CELLARS (510) 545-4356 | ulcellars.com
1951 Monarch St., Ste. 300, Alameda, CA 94501
Alta Star Harbor, (341) 234-4100 43
Comfort Keepers, (510) 239-4391 42, 44
1st United Credit Union, (800) 649-0193 42
AC Transit, (510) 891-7194 46
Admirals Cove, (510) 363-0374 42
Advanced Roofing Services, Inc., (510) 522-2565 42
AEC Living, (510) 748-9700 42, 44
Akamai Management Solutions, Inc., (510) 854-8900 44
Alameda Acupuncture Corporation, (510) 814-6900 44
Alameda Advertising & Recognition, (510) 865-6666 42
Alameda Architectural Preservation Society, (510) 205-6762 42, 45
Alameda Arts, (510) 205-6481 42, 45
Alameda Boys and Girls Club, (510) 522-4900 45
Alameda Business Machines Computers, (510) 522-4921 43
Alameda Civic Ballet, (510) 337-1929 43, 45
Alameda Collaborative Children, Youth & Family, (510) 747-6883 45
Alameda Comedy Club, (510) 318-1538 43, 45
Alameda Community Sailing Center, (510) 629-9282 43, 45
Alameda County Assessor’s Office, (510) 272-3787 43
Alameda County District Attorney office, (510) 272-6222 44
Alameda County Employment Services 44
Alameda County General Services Agency, (510) 208-9700 44, 45
Alameda County Industries, (510) 483-1400 46
Alameda County Supervisor District 3, (510) 272-6693 44
Alameda County Transportation Commission, (510) 208-7400 44, 46
Alameda County Workforce, (888) 202-5668 44
Alameda Education Association, (510) 521-3034 43, 45
Alameda Education Foundation, (510) 337-7189 43, 45
Alameda Family Physicians, (510) 521-2300 44
Alameda Family Services, (510) 629-6303 45
Alameda Fire Department, (510) 337-2100 45
Alameda Hospital, (510) 814-4362 44
Alameda Landing, (925) 246- 9337 x1500 42
Alameda Marina, (510) 521-1133 42, 45
Alameda Meals on Wheels, (510) 865-6131 45
Alameda Municipal Power, (510) 748-3900 46
Alameda NUG Shop, (510) 414-2145 44
Alameda Point Collaborative, (510) 898-7800 45
Alameda Point Partners, (415) 381-3001 42
Alameda Point Redevelopers, LLC, (510) 684-0647 42
Alameda Post Inc., (510) 457-1421 42
Alameda’s Best Catering, (510) 681-1180 43, 45
Alameda Support Foundation, (415) 244-3184 45
Alameda Theatre & Cineplex, (510) 769-FILM 42
Alice Home Care, (510) 924-8529 42
Alley & Vine, (510) 227-5006 45
Altarena Playhouse, (510) 523-1553 42, 43, 45
American Association of University Women-Alameda, (510) 769-1009 43
Amy’s Moveable Feast, (202) 509-9604 45
Asena Restaurant, (510) 521-4100 45
AssemblyMember Mia Bonta, (510) 286-1670 44
Astra, (866) 278-7217 44
Attorney General Rob Bonta, (916) 445-9555 44
Auditor-Controller/ Clerk-Recorder of Alameda County, (510) 272-6362 44
Bacogai, (510) 239-4060 46
BAE Boats, (510) 457-1765 45
Ballena Village Apartments, (510) 865-2225 42
Bank of Marin, (510) 748-8426 42
Banner NorCal Developer LLC, (614) 226-3970 46
B.A.R.T. Director, (510) 530-3444 46
Baseline Designs, Inc., (510) 865-4623 42
Bay Area Chinese Bible Church, (510) 995-5383 43, 45
Bay Area Medical Supply, (510) 254-3089 44
Bay East Association of REALTORSí, (925) 730-4060 45
Bay Ship & Yacht Co., (510) 541-7259 45
Berkshire Hathaway Drysdale/ Rich Krinks, (510) 381-3434 45
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services/ Ginger Schuler, (510) 814-4872 45
Bike Walk Alameda, (510) 595-4690 45
Boathouse Alameda, (510) 263-9134 46
Brix Beverage / Alameda Point Beverage Group, (800) 372-5098 46
Broadway Management Co., (510) 865-8250 42 Brookfield, (925) 743-8000 43
Browman Development, (925) 588-2211 42
Buestad Construction, Inc., (510) 523-1925
Building Futures, (510) 357-0205
Burma Superstar, (510) 522-6200
Cafe Jolie, (510) 523-4500
Cage and Aquarium, (312) 725-2243
California State Controller Betty Yee, (916) 445-2636
Carbon Health, (510) 439-9447
Carroll Construction, (510) 523-1968
Castaway Creative, (510) 760-7212
Catellus, (510) 267-3424
Cerda-Zein Real Estate, (510) 522-5888
Ceron Kitchen, (510) 521-9090
City of Alameda, (510) 747-4800
City of Alameda Health Care District, (415) 203-0669
Club Pilates Alameda, (510) 578-8593
Coffee Cultures, (415) 407-7892
College of Alameda, (510) 748-2273
Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda 45
Community of Harbor Bay Isle, (510) 865-3363 42, 45 Compass, (510) 332-6507 45
Congresswoman Barbara Lee, (510) 763-0370 44
Conscious Skin Care, (510) 551-8834
Conservation Society of California / Oakland Zoo, (510) 632-9525
Coral Reef Inn & Suites, (510) 393-3448 44
Craft-Chocolate, (510) 482-4117 46
Cucina, (510) 523-3202 44
Curated, (510) 866-4401 44
CW Bookkeeping, (916) 213-5928 42
Daisy’s, (510) 522-6443 43
Dashe Cellars, (510) 452-1800 46
David W. Johnson, DDS - Orthodontist, (510) 521-4822 44
Donsuemor, Inc., (888) 420-4441 46
Donut Petit, (510) 747-8817 46
Dr. Jalen Rouleau, Dental, (510) 521-5252 44
East Bay Center for Anxiety Relief, (510) 748-0637 44
East Bay Economic Development Alliance, (510) 272-3874 44
East Bay Municipal Utility District, (866) 403-2683 46
East Bay Regional Park District, (510) 544-2020 45
East Bay SCORE, (510) 273-6611 44
Eden Housing, (510) 247-8186 43
Edward Jones - Dominic McKenna, (510) 749-9290 43
Edward Jones - Jane Watson, (510) 522-1721 43
Elder Care Alliance, (510) 630-2560 42, 44
Embarc Alameda, (510) 263-8043 44
Ettore Products Company, (510) 748-4130 x112 44
Exelixis, Inc., (650) 837-7000 42
FASTSIGNS Oakland, (510) 465-7788 42
Felton Institute, (415) 474-7310 45
Frank Bette Center for the Arts, (510) 523-6957 42, 45
Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter, (510) 337-8565 45
Girls Inc. of the Island City, (510) 521-1743 x207 45
Grand Marina, (510) 865-1200 45
Greenway Golf/ Chuck Corica Golf Complex, (510) 747-7829 43
Grits Marketing Group, (415) 993-4748 42
Hampton Inn & Suites, (510) 521-4500 44
Harbor Bay Club, (510) 521-5414 43
Harbor Linx, (510) 254-5002 43
Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham - Alameda, (510) 522-1000 44
Hidden Connections, (510) 865-3940 46
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JJ Capital Partners, Ltd., (415)
John Baskett Insurance Services, (510) 523-0111
Kairos Power, (415) 517-0125
Kaiser Permanente, (510) 752-1506
KARIBU by Wachira, (510) 479-4920
Kathleen C Woulfe, (510) 846-5000
KDC Accounting & Consulting LLP, (925) 403-1731
Kevin Jordan Coach, LLC, (925) 366-3419
Kevin Kennedy, LLC, (510) 748-1898
Kiwanis Club of Alameda, (510) 764-1472
Kos Read Group, Inc., (510) 292-5715
Law Office of Kathleen Day-Seiter, (510) 629-4404
Law office of Marc Voisenat, (510) 263-8664
Law Office of Richard H. Poulson, (510) 747-8034
League of Women Voters of Alameda, (510) 769-1604
Lemonshoots, (510) 747-9019
Litho Process, (510) 864-1253
Maggie S. Adams Studios, (510) 459-0473
Marina Village Yacht Harbor, (510) 521-0905
Mariner Square Drystack and Marina, (510) 521-2727
Marin Wealth Advisors, (510) 217-8100
Mastick Senior Center, (510) 747-7500
Maurice Ramirez Photography, (510) 882-2522
McGuire and Hester, (510) 632-7676
Merlone Geier Partners, (510) 521-8100
Michaan’s Auctions, (510) 740-0220
Mosley’s Cafe, (510) 263-8228
Natalie Gelman, Ph.D, (510) 995-8167
Navy League of the United States Alameda Council, (510) 915-2921
Newmark, (510) 923-9155
New York Life, (510) 773-4404
Northern California Swap Meets, Inc., (510) 521-0720
Northern CA Small Business Development Centers Network
Nothing Bundt Cakes, (510) 923-2253
Oakland Roots SC & Oakland Soul SC, (510) 488-1144
Oakland Yacht Club, (510) 522-6868
Oakmont Of Cardinal Point, (510) 337-1033
Ole’s Waffle Shop, (510) 522-8108
One Subaru of Hayward, (510) 697-2102
Osborne Academy, (510) 708-8233
Pagano’s Hardware, (510) 522-1345
Pasta Pelican, (510) 864-7427
Peet’s Coffee & Tea, (510) 594-2100
Peralta Colleges Foundation, (510) 466-7206
Phoenix, (510) 671-2166
PK Consultants, (510) 541-9550
Polaris One, (510) 671-6226
Poppy Bank, (510) 865-9040
Port of Oakland
Power Engineering Construction Co., (510) 337-3800
Premier Homecare Angels, (510) 227-5391 44
Principal Financial Group, (510) 995-8850 43
ProBalance Physical Therapy & Pilates Studio, (510) 523-1900 43, 44
Provident Credit Union, (650) 508-0300 42
Radium, (510) 919-3812 42
Rain Industries Inc., (210) 844-5319 45
Rejuvenate Wellness Spa, (510) 522-7487 42
Rhythmix Cultural Works, (510) 865-5060 42, 45
Rich Jackson AV, (510) 523-8560 43
RiverRock Real Estate Group, (510) 749-0304
Roadside Rotisserie, (510) 463-1530
Runway Spirits Co., (510) 545-9677
Safeway Inc., (925) 467-3000
Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School, (510) 523-1526
San Francisco Bay Ferry (WETA), (415) 291-3377
Semifreddi’s, (510) 995-2967
Senator Nancy Skinner, (510) 286-1333
Share Pizza LLC, (510) 326-1560
Sharon Mancillas, Keller Williams Realty, (510) 263-9990
Shirasoni Japanese Restaurant, (510) 239-4285
Signal Coffee Roasters, LLC, (510) 217-8739
Small Business Development Center NorCal, (833) 275-7232
SpeedPro East Bay, (510) 246-8643
Speisekammer, (510) 522-1300
SRM - Ernst Development Partners, (510) 219-5376
Stage 2 Interiors, (510) 917-0074
State Farm Insurance-Kelly Lux, (510) 521-1222
Steelwave LLC, (415) 240-4625
St. George Spirits, (510) 769-1601
StopWaste, (510) 891-6500
Sunbelt Business Brokers, (510) 523-0232
TEC Electrical & Fabrication, (510) 814-9387
Terviva, (510) 225-9089
The Child Unique Montessori School, (510) 798-7429
The Fireside Lounge, (510) 864-1244
The Glass Man & Sons, (510) 523-5046
The Park Street Tavern, (510) 671-2867
The Prep Station, (510) 504-3867
The Research Park at Marina Village, (415) 378-2129
Tim Lewis Communities, (925) 380-1220
Tower Apartment Homes, (510) 523-4466
Trabocco Kitchen & Cocktails, (510) 521-1152
Tucker’s Super Creamed Ice Cream, (510) 522-4960
U-Haul of the East Bay, (510) 639-9100
Unique Elevator Interiors, (510) 777-9050
United States Air Force, (650) 207-8079
Urban Legend Cellars, (510) 545-4356
US Coast Guard, (510) 769-8187
USS Hornet Museum, (510) 521-8448
U.S. Small Business Administration, (415) 744-6820
Vik Ahuja Cyber Security Consulting Services (TeamLogic IT), (510) 768-9163
Vox Populi, (415) 515-9156
Wayne’s Music Studio, (510) 205-0515
Western Notary Services LLC, (510) 545-8006
West River Inc., (916) 798-3649
Whisk Cake Creations, (510) 853-5620
Working Images, (510) 336-1047
Zap Payroll, (510) 263-8333
Astra Inside Front Cover astra.com
City of Alameda 37 www.alamedaca.gov
City of Alameda Health Care District 41 alamedahealthcaredistrict.org
Downtown Alameda 33 downtownalameda.com
Exelixis, Inc. Inside Back Cover www.exelixis.com
Little Red Telescope Psychotherapy 41 www.LittleRedTelescope.com
Merlone Geier Partners
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Oakland International Airport Back Cover www.oaklandairport.com
Penumbra Inc. Inside Back Cover www.penumbrainc.com
Saildrone Inside Front Cover Saildrone.com
San Francisco Bay Ferry (WETA) Back Cover sanfranciscobayferry.com
State Farm Insurance-Kelly Lux 41 www.kellylux.com
USS Hornet Museum 11 www.uss-hornet.org
West Alameda Business Association 33 westalamedabusiness.com
