Rockridge Voice is thrilled to celebrate our growing community of more than 600 eZine readers and the thousands of visitors to our website who believe in the value of our work—thank you! Every other week, we explore the heartbeat of Rockridge so we can share the stories, updates, and local happenings that keep our neighborhood dynamic and interconnected.
This month, we added a Resources Page to our website where you’ll find an informational database that includes links to planning documents, local government contacts, historical photos, Oakland’s General Plan, 2020 Census data, and more. Watch this space as it expands.
There’s plenty to discover in this e-news edition: find out where to enjoy standout Happy Hour Specials, glimpse into a neighbor’s beautiful garden, get updates on existing and returning local businesses, and learn the latest news about proposed local construction plans that would reshape the future of Rockridge.
On the topic of development, if you missed last week’s amazingly well-attended meeting at Claremont Middle School regarding the two proposed senior center projects (thank you, organizers Upper Broadway Advocates and Rockridge Neighbors for Sensible Housing), we’ve included a recap so you’ll stay informed.
You’ll have another chance to engage in person this Thursday, June 18, when Ellis Partners—the developers behind the 6230 Claremont project—host an important community meeting (see more details below). All are invited and encouraged to attend.
Anna L. Marks
Publisher/Editor
editor@rockridgevoice.com
Rockridge Forum Draws Huge Crowd Over Proposed Senior Housing Developments
Approximately 300 neighbors came together last Saturday for an educational forum to learn the latest details on the proposed senior housing developments and how the new laws impact them. READ MORE
June 18: Meeting with Ellis Partners
If you missed last week’s community meeting on local development, here is another opportunity to make your voice heard. READ MORE
Remodel of Shafter’s Historic Victorian is Back on Track
Known locally as the Pilgram/Roy House, the Victorian at Shafter and Hudson was one of the first houses to be built in the area in 1878. The remodel is finally progressing. READ MORE
Millennium Reopens with A New Concept in Dining
Oakland’s renowned vegan spot, Millennium, is happy to report that as of June 17 they are open once again on College Avenue. READ MORE
JCC East Bay to Open First-of-Its-Kind Jewish Community Campus in Rockridge
This fall, the Jewish Community Center of the East Bay (JCC East Bay) will mark a historic 47-year milestone with the opening of the new East Bay Jewish Community Campus. READ MORE
Get Happy (Hour) on College Avenue
Dining along Rockridge’s College Avenue is always a treat, offering a vibrant mix of restaurants for every palate, with many featuring their own distinct Happy Hour menus and specials. Just step onto the avenue, pick a direction, and explore. READ MORE
Architectural Students Envision 6230 Claremont Redesign
The one-acre site at the old blood bank on Claremont presented the challenge of balancing neighbors’ needs for peace and privacy with the higher-density development permitted under new state regulations. It also provided an opportunity for students to bring fresh perspectives and explore a range of potential solutions. READ MORE
Julianne’s Garden: Reimagining the Space Between
One day we stumbled upon Julianne's front yard garden, a hidden gem tucked into the neighborhood. We often wondered who lived behind such an enchanting landscape and what stories it contained. READ MORE
Losing Friends to the American Dream: Homeownership
When the pandemic ended and people were freer to move about, a lot of what people around us did was literally move. In fact, everyone in our social bubble fled the coop and bought a house. READ MORE
There’s no shortage of energy and activity in Rockridge right now, and we want to hear from you too. Have something to share? We welcome all voices on our independent community-powered media platform—and we encourage you to upgrade your level of support so we can continue to highlight these important conversations.
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