The Voice of East Bay Living

Ready for a museum outing?? How about visiting SFMOMA’s latest exhibition featuring American contemporary abstract artist, Joan Mitchell (1925-1992) "Music, poems, landscape and dogs make me want to paint… and painting is what allows me to survive." These touch points were constants for Mitchell in a life that moved her from Chicago to New York to her adopted home in France. She was considered one of the most important members of the post war movement of Abstract Expressionism and she lived in the days when female artists rarely achieved fame - she was a trail blazer-  Go Joan!!

Hillside Garden Club After two years of no in person meetings the members of this wonderful club were thrilled to return to their monthly meetings held in Joaquin Miller Park. In existence for 75 years and with over one hundred members, the goal is to stimulate the love of gardening and to protect native plants and trees. Each month features a different guest speaker on all kinds of garden tips and techniques. You will love the friendly atmosphere and pioneer spirit of these great ladies.

  Restaurant Pick of the Week- MAMA Its’ all about MAMA - the latest hot spot located at 388 Grand Ave in the Lake Merritt neighborhood. Recently chosen by Michelin as one of Oakland’s rising Stars, you will be delighted with the quality of their delicious Italian food and wines. Full of heart and hospitality, this restaurant is well worth the visit - Oh Mama Mia!!

  Pick of the Week: Penthouse on the Lake This week’s outstanding property is the penthouse at 492 Staten #1401.  - 2 bedroom,  bath with library and outdoor patio  - Luxury upgrades throughout  - Views of Lake Merritt are noteworthy, to say the least! Listed for $1,798,000 and open this Sunday October 3rd. www.492staten1401.com

  Manhattan living in the East Bay! Open Sunday (9/26) from 2-4. Stop by and take in the views!

Style and Pizzazz    Now that we can physically go see homes on Brokers’ tour again, I’m rebooting my ~Pick of the Week~ choices!   My favorite house on tour today was #5 The Uplands, in the heart of the Claremont neighborhood.   4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3,076 sq. Ft., listed for $2,750,000.   Open Sunday 2-5.  Stop by and enjoy the viewing!  

  Just Sold! Listed for $649,000 and sold for $814,000. Another happy seller!

  Another Wonderful Claremont Listing!