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Halloween is going to the dogs on Webster Street as the West Alameda Business Association presents Howl-O-Ween on Webster, a pet costume contest plus trick-or-treating on Saturday, October 31. Halloween fun will happen all day, with the main event taking place from 2 to 4 p.m. at Webster Park. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/dont-miss-howl-o-ween-on-webster-pet-costumes-trick-or-treating-halloween-fun-for-all/

#alameda #halloween #pets #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Alameda is gearing up for Alameda Porchfest 2026, a free, family-friendly neighborhood music festival on Sunday, September 13. From noon to 6 p.m., residents will turn their front porches, lawns, and stoops into vibrant live performance venues. Photo by Annette Lysmer. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/front-porches-become-live-music-stages-for-alameda-porchfest/

#alameda #AlamedaMusicCouncil #AlamedaPorchfest #music #performance #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Where should someone go for the perfect burger crawl? What’s the ultimate dog-friendly Alameda day? Elissa Glickman, Executive Director of the West Alameda Business Association, asks Alamedans for their favorite local finds to help create "Visit Alameda," a new citywide discovery platform. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/help-build-visit-alameda-platform/

#alameda #CityOfAlameda #ElissaGlickman #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

West Alameda Business Association has launched Webster Wednesdays, a bi-weekly music series across the district. Every other Wednesday through September, grab dinner, enjoy a drink, wander the neighborhood, and discover the businesses, artists, and experiences that make West Alameda unique. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/wednesday-nights-on-webster-street-will-sound-a-little-different/

#alameda #ElissaGlickman #LiveMusic #MarieOrtega #WebsterPark #WebsterWednesdays #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Webster Park has new art! Gene Kahane takes a trip to the multipurpose park for the unveiling of seven new murals. The new installation, called "Throwing Shade," brings attention to the disparity of greenery in the West End, relative to higher-income areas. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/webster-park-unveils-throwing-shade/

#100KTreesForHumanity #alameda #WebsterPark #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation #WestEndArtsDistrict

Feathered Outlaw, a popular “sacred space and lifestyle boutique” at 1506 Webster Street, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a special Magickal Night Market on Friday, April 24. The anniversary celebration is free, pet-friendly, and open to all ages. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/feathered-outlaw-celebrating-10-year-anniversary/

#alameda #FeatheredOutlaw #ShopLocal #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Alameda Restaurant Week returns for its ninth year on March 20-29, showcasing the diverse flavors from across the island. More than 60 Alameda eateries have already signed on to participate, with more being added daily! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alameda-restaurant-week-celebrates-global-flavors-local-spirit/

#alameda #AlamedaRestaurantWeek #CityOfAlameda #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

"It is a stressful time for Placourakis, who employs 31 people at his business," writes Jean Chen. Yanni Placourakis, owner of 1400 Bar & Grill, has faced a loss of customers and income during continued road work and parking restrictions. Chen talks with WABA and the City about the construction. https://alamedapost.com/news/west-end-businesses-suffer-construction-lack-parking/

#alameda #CentralAvenueSafetyImprovementProject #OaklandAlamedaAccessProject #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Alameda'a West End drew crowds from around the Bay Area this weekend for food, beer, and lively entertainment. Karin K. Jensen takes in the sights, sounds, and smells of the popular Blues, Brews & BBQ festival and then heads to Webster Park for the Foodbank Players' final performance of "Hamlet." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/popular-art-heart-events-boost-west-end-business/

#alameda #BluesBrewsAndBbq #TheFoodbankPlayers #theater #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation #WestEndArtsDistrict

The Healing Garden is getting a rebrand! Last week, the West Alameda Business Association announced the official launch of "Webster Park," with a new name, new banners, and a new vision for community connection. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/west-alameda-business-association-announces-launch-webster-park/

#alameda #HealingGarden #WebsterPark #WebsterStreet #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Ala Mediterranean Restaurant Closes Permanently

Owners leave message of thanks to customers When Ala Mediterranean posted a sign on its door in June saying that it was closed “for summer bre…
#dining #cooking #diet #food #mediterranean #MediterraneanDiet #MediterraneanFood #MediterraneanRestaurants #Alameda #Mediterranean #mediterraneanrestaurants #Restaurants #WebsterStreet #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation
https://www.diningandcooking.com/2275640/ala-mediterranean-restaurant-closes-permanently/

On September 6, Ala Mediterranean's owners delivered a poignant announcement, “From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for welcoming us, supporting us, and allowing us to be a part of your lives. Though our doors will close, our gratitude and memories will stay with us always." https://alamedapost.com/news/ala-mediterranean-restaurant-closes-permanently/

#alameda #restaurants #WebsterStreet #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

"From refill shops to future grant funding, the City’s Zero Waste Program is turning sustainability into everyday action—and you can be part of it," writes Executive Director of the West Alameda Business Association Elissa Glickman. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-zero-waste-matters-alameda-business-join/

#alameda #AlamedaCountyIndustries #StopWaste #sustainability #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation #ZeroWaste

Grab your friends and roll up your sleeves! Residents, students, business owners, and families are invited to the Webster Street Clean-Up Day, a hands-on community beautification event sponsored by the West Alameda Business Association on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/community-clean-up-day-webster-street-saturday-may-17/

#alameda #WebsterStreet #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

"Cannabis businesses haven’t just integrated into our community—they’ve become valuable partners in building a stronger, healthier Alameda," writes Executive Director of the West Alameda Business Association Elissa Glickman. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-cannabis-retail-surprising-force-community-good-alameda/

#alameda #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

The West Alameda Business Association (WABA) reports a recent noticeable uptick in crime. Executive Director Elissa Glickman urges the community to report crime, "When incidents aren’t reported, it’s difficult for our police department to allocate the resources needed to address the issue." https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/waba-seeks-help-reporting-west-alameda-crime/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #crime #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

This week in Alameda, shop your heart out at FOUR different markets, and try your hand at pottery with Alameda Pots.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-markets-galore/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #FamilyFriendlyEvents #markets #ShopLocal #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Who's ready for some festival hopping this Saturday? Grab your crew and a car, and party with Alameda Pride, Witchfest, and the inaugural Filipino Island Fest!

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-many-festivals/

#alameda #AlamedaPost #AlamedaPride #AltarenaPlayhouse #ChochenyoPark #FamilyFriendlyEvents #FreeEvents #WebsterStreet #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

School is back in session, but Alameda still has plenty of fun summertime events left to savor. Get outside this week for flavorful and fascinating festivities, or hunt for treasure at the famous Alameda Point Antiques Faire.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-labor-day-weekend-fun/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #CoricaPark #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd #FamilyFriendlyEvents #FreeEvents #WebsterStreet #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Elissa Glickman, the West Alameda Business Association's Executive Director, talks with Gene Kahane about life as a patron, advocate, and manager for the arts.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/5q4-elissa-glickman/

#5Q4 #alameda #AlamedaFoodBank #HealingGarden #TheFoodbankPlayers #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation #WestEndArtsDistrict

The City of Alameda gives a special thank you to all who participated in Alameda ‘s 47th Annual July 4th Parade. Photo Maurice Ramirez. Sponsored post.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/thanks-to-parade-participants/

#alameda #AlamedaKiwanisFoundation #AlamedaMunicipalPower #arpd #BarbaraLee #CityOfAlameda #JoeLoParo #JulyFourth #KiwanisClub #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #paid #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Summer is here, and it’s time for outdoor theater productions. The Foodbank Players take the stage at the Healing Garden with none other than 'As You Like It,' William Shakespeare’s witty 17th century rom-com that pits brother against brother.

https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/coming-soon-to-the-healing-garden-shakespeares-as-you-like-it/

#alameda #AlamedaFoodBank #FreeEvents #HealingGarden #TheFoodbankPlayers #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation #WestEndArtsDistrict

After more than seven years as West Alameda Business Association Executive Director, Linda Asbury is passing the torch to Elissa Glickman. Kelsey Goeres talks with Asbury as she bids farewell.

https://alamedapost.com/news/waba-executive-director-linda-asbury-retires/

#alameda #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

West Alameda Business Association has arranged for community support for pedestrians, shoppers, businesses, and others who are out and about on Webster Street this holiday season. If you would like an escort to your car or see something amiss, just ask an "Ambassador" in uniform.

https://alamedapost.com/news/ambassadors-provide-assistance-on-webster-for-the-holidays/

#alameda #SafetyNeighborhoodAmbassadorProgram #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Thanks to generous community donations, the "Healing Garden Revamp" has successfully restored the Garden's stage and furniture, as well as created a new art wall. Tara Pilbrow highlights the artists who created eight original works now on display.

https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/west-end-revamps-healing-garden-with-updated-murals/

#alameda #BothSidesOfTheDoor #HealingGarden #murals #PublicArt #RadiumRunway #TaxiwayMuralProject #TwinWallsMuralCompany #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation #WestEndArtsDistrict

Visit Feathered Outlaw’s Magickal Market July 1 at the Healing Garden on Webster Street for plants, crystals, tarot, herbal remedies and teas, candles, and much more.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/magickal-market-offers-whimsical-holistic-metaphysical-treasures/

#alameda #markets #HealingGarden #FeatheredOutlaw #FamilyActivities #AlFrescoDiningPark #WestEndArtsDistrict #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Calling all painters! The West End Arts District is seeking Alameda and East Bay artists to paint original works for an outdoor exhibit at The Healing Garden. Deadline to submit a short letter of interest is Friday, May 19.

https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/healing-garden-revamp-call-for-artists/

#art #alameda #painters #paintings #ArtExhibit #HealingGarden #WestEndArtsDistrict #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation