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Fabulous jazz concert at The Sound Room with vocalist Jackie Ryan, featuring the music of the French composer Michel LeGrand. For more information about uptown Oakland and it's many amenities contact Sheila at ssabine@grubbco.com

Did you know that  more than 4600 school children benefit each year from Berkeley symphony's music in the schools program? over 150 ensemble coaching sessions and master classes in the area middle schools 11 visits from the symphony concerts at elementary schools each fall 6 concerts each spring  providing young musicians an opportunity to rehearse and perform with the Berkeley symphony This year at the annual Music in the Schools Luncheon ,  Carolyn Doelling , my friend and client, was honored for her unwavering and dedicated service to help raise donations  to bring music to the schools. During her speech, Carolyn read the following quote: "Music was my refuge. I could crawl into the space between the holes and feel beauty." -Maya Angelau? It is so important for all of our children to have a touch of beauty in their lives.  Learn more about  Music in the Schools . 

This 10,000 sq ft. Gallery opened to the public on 1/31/16. http://bampfa.org/ It has a small amphitheater built with re-claimed pine trees made into seats,four study centers, a drop-in art center with free materials for all age groups 6-80, an outdoor viewing screen, a permanent collection of world culture objects dating back to 3,000 B.C. and on going lectures and movies. It is truly a treasure  for all the world to see. Sheila Sabine Senior Sales Associate, The Grubb Company ssabine@grubbco.com 

It is almost March and still the number of homes for sale is at an all time low all over the East Bay: This is good news for sellers who have houses on the market because they are receiving multiple offers and  top dollar for their precious commodity. This is bad news for buyers who may have written numerous offers without success. The statistics show that: YTD 2015 in a price range of $500,000 and above there were 187 closed escrows. YTD 2016 there are only 21 closed escrows. The main reasons for selling are death, divorce, re-location, scaling down or scaling up - Let’s hope the winds of March bring more homes. Want to know more about the market? Interested in buying or selling in the Bay Area? Email me at ssabine@grubbco.com

Sophisticated Mediterranean on three levels with tasteful decor throughout. Formal living & dining, Chefs kitchen with informal eating area, Upper level Elegant master suite with bay views, marble bath & Jacuzzi, plus room with private deck access, lower level with 3 BR, 2 BA, family room and separate entrance. Introducing 5922 Acacia Beautiful details... Fountain detail... Winding stairway... Want to know more about this and other beautiful listings in Upper Rockridge? Email Sheila at ssabine@grubbco.com