Berkeley officials get closer to public ‘parklet’ policy
June 11, 2013 by Emilie Raguso
Parklets have been very popular in San Francisco. Now Berkeley is looking to start allowing them.
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University Press Books
July 20, 2012 by Bay Nature
“Since 1974, University Press Books has carried titles for readers and scholars, gardeners and environmentalists, children and adults. We have sections on California Native Flora, Natural History, Botany, and more. We order from 150 publishers, as well as stocking all of theUniversity of California Press’s Natural History Guides series. Our author events are held around our Great Table, frequently featuring discussions about our natural world, from owls to lichens, political geography to plant galls. “
UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley
July 20, 2012 by Bay Nature
Visit the Garden: Plants from all over the world; Diverse events and programs.Shop the Garden: Rare & unusual plants, books and gifts.Grow the Garden: Become a member; Give through donations; Support as a volunteer.The UC Botanical Garden is a living museum that presents a famous collection of over 12,000 plants.
Sarber’s Cameras
July 20, 2012 by Bay Nature
Sarber’s Cameras has proudly supported nature photography throughout the Bay Area for over 40 years. Many renowned nature photographers, birding enthusiasts and the EBRPD come to us for our extensive stock of equipment, award-winning photo processing and photo classes. Come see our wide range of binoculars and all the latest digital and film photographic gear.
Mrs. Dalloway’s Literary and Garden Arts
July 20, 2012 by Bay Nature
Mrs. Dalloway’s Literary and Garden Arts is new to the Elmwood shopping district on College Avenue in Berkeley. Remodeled with eco-friendly and sustainable materials the store is a delightfully airy setting for all kinds of books, plants, and art. The literary side of the house offers a high quality mix of fiction and non-fiction; the garden side has a comprehensive selection of books on gardening (with a special emphasis on the Bay Area climate), architecture, and natural science. A cozy corner in the back is set aside for great children’s books, both new and classic.
Looking Glass Photo
July 20, 2012 by Bay Nature
Looking Glass Photo has everything that photographers need, film or digital. Best of all, Looking Glass is there seven days a week with friendly, helpful, knowledgeable customer service before and after you make your purchase. You don’t have to shop online to get great prices. If you’re not buying your stuff at Looking Glass, you’re not getting all the service you deserve. Come and experience the difference.
Live Oak Landscape
July 20, 2012 by Bay Nature
Live Oak Landscape is a small, design and construction company located in Berkeley and serving nearby Bay Area communities within a 40-mile radius. Owner, Neil Collier grew up in the Edinburgh Botanic Garden in Scotland and spent some years in England and Australia and now has lived in California many years. In his garden design and construction he blends old world tradition and charm with Mediterranean and Californian style.
Community Resources for Science
July 20, 2012 by Bay Nature
Community Resources for Science (CRS) helps elementary teachers use science resources to give all kids access to great hands-on learning experiences. At the same time, we work to build the science education opportunities in our community.
Berkeley Partners for Parks
July 20, 2012 by Bay Nature
Berkeley Partners for Parks (BPFP) is a citywide nonprofit organization working for citizen support of parks, public recreation, open space, paths, greenways, community gardens, and environmental restoration in Berkeley.
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Jewish farm brings spirit to the art of cultivation
November 10, 2011 by Paul Epstein
Urban Adamah is a one-acre farm and Jewish environmental education center that recently opened in West Berkeley, just a stone’s throw from Interstate 80. Named for the Hebrew word for “earth,” Urban Adamah provides local food banks and community organizations with fresh produce while accommodating 500 visitors a month.
