Slate Contemporary Prepares for Rockridge Debut
Though the space may look ready from the outside, Slate Contemporary Gallery is still very much in preparation mode as
The Klein Bottle: Infinite Surfaces form Endless Curiosity
In 1986, while working at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 36-year-old Cliff Stoll was asked to research a 75-cent accounting error
A Chaat Crawl through Rockridge
One of the joys of travel is savoring the street food of your destination. Each stall has its own version
6230 Claremont: Understanding the Local Impact of State Building Regulations
by Jack Gearson, Guest Author Last summer, I learned that two real estate developers, Ellis Partners and Spirit Living Group,
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Straddling Two Worlds: Reflections of a Danish-American Immigrant
This is a tough time to be an immigrant in America. Without regard to legal status, country of origin, or
How Do You Like Your Latté?
The Rockridge Voice knows its readers — and let’s be honest, in Rockridge, caffeine isn’t just a necessity; it’
Curb Mining: Treasure Hunting on Your Local Sidewalk
I’m sure you’ve experienced this: you’re out walking your dog or enjoying a leisurely stroll with a
Pedal for Public Schools at the 18th Annual Ride-4-A-Reason
What began in 2009 with four parents biking from Oakland Tech to the State Capitol, Ride 4 A Reason (R4R)
Happy 90th Birthday, Moretha Foster Parker
by Melissa Parker, Guest Author Moretha Foster Parker is an African American woman and small business entrepreneur working in property
What's Up with This Red Zone?
By Joe Johnston, Roaming Reporter For many years, I’ve wondered why the curb in front of 5324 College Ave.
Safer Rockridge Extends Second Patrol Car Pilot Program
Safer Rockridge, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation, announced that it will extend its pilot program adding a second professional,
Peralta Elementary’s Online Auction — Bid for a Good Cause
Public schools are some of the few places where people from all walks of life come together—and they need
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6230 Claremont: Understanding the Local Impact of State Building Regulations
by Jack Gearson, Guest Author Last summer, I learned that two real estate developers, Ellis Partners and Spirit Living Group,
Being Connected to the Rockridge Ecosystem
Stepping into our 350-square-foot apartment, your eye is immediately drawn to the view of Rockridge at the base of the
Where Home Meets the Sidewalk
Walking down the streets of Rockridge is always full of surprises; you never know what plants will be in bloom.
Meet People in Rockridge — No Dog Required
At a recent Rockridge block party, I marveled to my neighbor that I’d never seen many of the people
Letters to the Editor
Update Feb 22: Growing Opposition to LED Electronic Billboards at Lake Temescal
by Jeff Kahn, Guest Author Despite growing opposition, the proposal to construct five huge electric LED billboard towers at sites
Dear Xocolate Lover
by Malena Lopez-Maggi, owner of Xocolate Shop I’m going to rip this band-aid off quickly: our Rockridge store is
Electronic Billboards at Lake Temescal?
by Jeffery Kahn Five huge electric LED billboards have been proposed to be erected in Oakland. Most of the billboards
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