I love this little house. Its beautiful but small. The owner who designed it did so to piss off…read morecity officials. Big houses are overrated. Big kitchens too. I usually split my time between two uncomfortably large homes - one an American Foursquare, the other a Victorian in the artist enclave of Jingletown. They are both large enough that I spend countless minutes every day wandering looking for where I left my coffee cup or Phillips head screwdriver. Modern American-style farm kitchens have the same design flaw of being needlessly large for no reason with function of being able to cook efficiently low on the priority list. Cabinets and counter space is on the perimeter and a big annoying table in the center that is a hindrance in every move you want to make. You dodge the table numerous times in order to do almost anything. I think I would love this little spite house. I imagine the interior to be cozy and intimate with thoughtful time appropriate details throughout. Tiny houses are all the rage these days - I think they had it right when they built this one.... plus I bet it wouldn't be so difficult to heat in the winter either.

At the turn of the 20th Century, the city of Alameda, CA took a large portion of Charles Froling's…read moreland to build a street. Froling had planned to build a house on this plot of land which he had inherited. To spite the city and an unsympathetic neighbor, he built his house 10 feet deep, 54 feet long and 20 feet high on the tiny strip of land left to him. This the name, The Spite House. This is a regular tourist stop to marvel at and a fun subject to photograph and talk about.

I enjoy seeing films at this theatre, and am so grateful it's still open, especially after all the…read moretheatres in Berkeley and Albany have closed.

Excellent movies per those persons who evaluate the quality and value. Avoids inappropriate content…read moreto assure adequate content. Thanks for your service!

I drive thru this intersection all the time, and I never knew it had a name....Versailles Station…read more What's "Versailles Station?" It's a neighborhood shopping district in the City of Alameda. It's called a station because there used to be a street car station here. Today it's a cluster of businesses in the vicinity of Versailles Ave & Encinal Avenue. What's here now? - Encinal True Value hardware - Versailles Pharmacy - Italian American Hall - Guanyin Meditation Center - Nail and Hair Salons - Antique and Consignment shops What's not here? - There's no market or grocery store - no restaurants or cafes You are fairly close to Park Street and the South Shore Center. But it appears that the other stations I've seen have food stores or markets. Support Local Business!

What the heck is "Bay Station?"…read more In the City of Alameda, we have unique places that mainly locals go to. Outsiders have no idea the significance of these places. Bay Station is the location of a historic street car station. In the old days, street cars traveled up and down the island. Today, these Neighborhood "Station" Districts are clusters of shops, restaurants and businesses. It's general location is Bay Street & Lincoln Ave. What's there today? (Oct 2022) - A.T. Weber - Royal Auto Repair - El Caballo - Sumiko Cafe - Island Savoy Market - Domino's Pizza - Forbidden Island - Sampaguita -.....and lots of other businesses Each "station" in Alameda has it's unique group of markets and shops.

What else can I say about this great little shopping area of Alameda... ONLY the locals go here…read more We have Pagano's Hardware Store (the original locale), El Caballo Wraps, Sumiko Cafe, the Golf Store, a Hawaiian Dancing Studio, Market Spot, Thompson's Garden, the car mechanic shop, a dry cleaner, Sampaguita, a Filipino Convenience Store, an Antiques Store, a Hair Salon, Domino's Pizza, and other establishments, and very walking/pedestrian friendly with the wide streets divided by a green "mall" area. It's good for the locals, and is just around the corner from the Mastick Senior Citizens Facility. Not only is Alameda (94501) the Best Place on Earth, it's even a little better at the Bay Station area on Lincoln Ave. (from St. Charles St. to Sherman St.). We, the locals, are great!

"Chestnut Station" is a neighborhood shopping area located in the City of Alameda. Now, depending…read moreon who drew the map, Chestnut Station is in or near the historic Leonardville area. Why is it called a "station?" Because back in the old days, street cars travelled up and down the island. Their stops were called stations. Today, Chestnut Station is a cluster of shops, cafes, and a variety of other businesses. Saint Joseph School and Notre Dame High are nearby. The popular Encinal Nursery is down the street. I mainly come to Chestnut Station to shop at Chestnut Market. I can usually save a trip to the supermarket by simply grabbing the basics at this medium-sized market. Chestnut Station is located at Encinal Ave & Chestnut Street. It's also close to Willow Street, which is a popular route to the Southshore Shopping Center. Support Local Business, and Welcome to Alameda !

The "Queen Anne Tower House, " aka The Brehaut House is a grand Victorian mansion in the City of…read moreAlameda. The Brehaut House is considered the most photographed home in the city. It was built in 1893 by architect Charles S. Shaner. I have driven pass this house thousands of times, as it sits on the corner of San Jose Ave & Willow Street. When you drive down Willow Street on the way to Southshore, you cannot help but look at this beautiful house. The incredible attention to detail is amazing. Interior views can be seen: https://www.7x7.com/alameda-iconic-victorian-home-for-sale-2652877572.html This is a privately owned home.

"Cheemah, Mother of Spirit-Fire, is an 18 foot tall bronze monument dedicated to celebrating…read morecultural diversity, world unity and care for the earth." ~ Osprey Orielle Lake Such a masterpiece is in Oakland. And it is easy to find at Jack London Square. In the year 2002, a symbol of this kind was needed to remind everyone... and twenty years later the symbol is revered by those that believe we can. These are different times. Let's get on board. The theme is sound

this mural highlights a few Oaktown landmarks (Tribune Tower, bridge, skyline, downtown....) it…read moreillustrates how pencil, spray cans, paint brushes, and hand brush painting are useful in art. creator: Flax Art