Thirty Years Ago, Rockridge Built a Library
“Rockridge is the only community in the nation to finance and drive to completion the building of a local library.
The Monarch Man of Boyd Avenue
What can you do to multiply monarch butterflies, enhance local flora, and learn more about your neighbors? Max Fancher has
Scott Weitz: The Two-Wheeler Tech Support Guy
Scott Weitz is kind of a man for all seasons. Yes, this self-taught tech consultant has a variety of
State Housing Law: What a Tangled Web
As readers of the Rockridge Voice may know, I and others have previously expressed our concerns about the two massive
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Clean Up Frog Park… and Stay for its 25th Anniversary Celebration!
In October 2001, more than 1,300 volunteers came together over 10 days for the “Big Build,” a remarkable neighborhood
The Craftsman Homes of Rockridge
If you live in Lower Rockridge (affectionately known as “Baja Rockridge” to those who live here) and your home was
Party with a Purpose: Rockridge Neighbors Raise Funds to “Flip the Vote”
Everyone knows you need food, drinks, music and great people to throw a good party. Our neighbor Louise Music added
Eclectic Baja Rockridge: Like a Fine Vintage Wine
For the past ten years, I’ve been creating my city models in my front yard on Hudson Street almost
Letters to the Editor
Let’s Be Reasonable
Dear Editor: I am writing about 6230 Claremont Avenue, which is two blocks from my home. Let me be clear:
Built to Withstand the Quake—But What About the Residents?
This letter was sent to Oakland City District 1 Councilmember Zach Unger, Mayor Barbara Lee, Oakland Planning Commission members, and
Conversation, not Demolition
Dear Editor: I am very concerned about the proposal to demolish the Rockridge Trader Joe’s at 5727 College Avenue
Re: Garofoli’s Grossly Inaccurate Column about Rockridge
Dear Editor: It is sad and tragic that Joe Garofoli’s Sunday SF Chronicle column (July 19, 2026) grossly misrepresents
Announcements
Bella Vita Celebrates 25 Years in Rockridge
When Jennifer Viale opened Bella Vita at 5511 College Avenue in August of 1999, she was ready for a change.
A Party 30 Years in the Making: Check It Out!
The Friends of the Rockridge Library (FORL) and branch staff are organizing a community celebration on September 19, from 11am
Beyond Housing: Designing for a Lifetime
The Place It! Aging in Place workshop helped Rockridge residents articulate their physical, social, and long-term well-being needs.
East Bay Jewish Community Campus Reaches Major Construction Milestones
The East Bay Jewish Community Campus continues to make significant progress toward its transformation into a vibrant hub for Jewish
Opinions
Party with a Purpose: Rockridge Neighbors Raise Funds to “Flip the Vote”
Everyone knows you need food, drinks, music and great people to throw a good party. Our neighbor Louise Music added
State Housing Law: What a Tangled Web
As readers of the Rockridge Voice may know, I and others have previously expressed our concerns about the two massive
Eclectic Baja Rockridge: Like a Fine Vintage Wine
For the past ten years, I’ve been creating my city models in my front yard on Hudson Street almost
Can Rockridge Learn from Paris?
Please note that this opinion piece is not intended to weigh in on any of the controversial construction projects currently
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