Oakland Parks 
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Christmas time in Oakland means Zoo Lights at the Oakland Zoo
Thursday, December 17th, 2009 at 12:47pm. 125 Views, 0 Comments.
When thinking about where to take the kids to see the holiday lights
don't forget about Zoo Lights, the Oakland Zoo's very own celebration in
lights!
This special holiday light festival takes place from December 4th
through January 3rd. and is certain to delight the whole family.
Although there was one year this event did not take place ,during the
transition to LED lights, it is now back on track.
Hundreds of lights, music, and Santa's village are sure to put you in
the holiday spirit. Also check out the train ride on the Snowball
Express with amazing views of oakland and the Bay Area (Best to try and go on a
clear night)
For a great place in the East Bay to take the kiddies for a fun display
of holiday cheer, visit the Oakland Zoo,…
Somali Pirates invading Oakland!?!
Wednesday, April 15th, 2009 at 3:54pm. 165 Views, 0 Comments.
Ok forgive the sensationalism I just wanted to welcome back Capt. Richard Phillips who was held hostage by the Somali pirates. What an ordeal, I can't imagine. It was just a nice day at the Union Point Park in Oakland again. I caught site of this beautiful ship tied up at the harbor and . The pirates wish they could command a boat this regal.
Oakland's Union Point Park
Tuesday, January 27th, 2009 at 7:43pm. 50 Views, 0 Comments.
One of the undiscovered gems of Oakland is the Union Point park near the Park St. bridge leading to Alameda. Formally a vacant, weed covered lot the area has been transformed into a waterfront park including a Children's play area with a Sailing ship climbing structure, a Bridge to nowhere, a semi-circular pier / art installation and its centerpiece, a bougainvillea covered spiral hill in the middle. On weekends the park is a great place for picnics and gatherings right next to the water. There are BBQ grills and plenty of open space for throwing a Frisbee or football. From the top of the hill you are treated to a beautiful view down the Oakland estuary, with the barges, fishing boats and ships of the adjacent Coast Guard Island. Studded…
Walks in Oakland and Piedmont
Thursday, January 8th, 2009 at 10:16pm. 57 Views, 0 Comments.
There are many wonderful places to go on walks in the East Bay. Nature jaunts within the many East Bay Regional Parks, and architectural walks through gorgeous old neighborhoods, will entice you to while away the better half of the day.
When in the mood to get away from it all, I usually head to one of the beautiful East Bay Regional Parks that reside within the Oakland hills.
One of my favorites is Redwood Regional park, where you can really feel miles away from the urban hubub. Beautiful old Redwoods and grassy meadows make it a perfect place to hike, workout, picnic or just play with your kids in an oxygen rich and car free zone.
Equally as beautiful, is Joaquin Miller park just south of Montclair on Highway 13. This park provides wonderful hiking…
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