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Mar 19, 2020

AURORA OUTLIER: Southlands blooming among an industry of fading flowers - Sentinel Colorado

Southlands and Aurora’s indoor mall, the Town Center at Aurora, located near the Intersection of East Alameda Avenue and Interstate 225. Both are regularly hosting events to keep folks coming into stores. Southlands created a popular “sensory-friendly Santa” event inDecember tailored for children and adults on the autism spectrum normally bugged by bright lights and too many kids. The mall also hosts holiday parades, which Hougen said he enjoys. For its part, the Town Center is converting its old Sears space into an indoor sport emporium and separately hosting high school wrestling events that have been well-attended. The sales tax revenue generated at these malls is crucial for the city, Hougen said. In the Town Center, sales taxes businesses paid to the city of Aurora in 2018 passed a $5.8 million benchmark for the first time in 15 years, making the mall eligible for a significant tax rebate. Southlands is regularly contributing more in sales tax revenue, reaching $11,420,746 in 2018 after a multi-year increase.

Feb 1, 2020

Deaths for the week of Jan. 10, 2020 - The Jewish News of Northern California

Women for Peace, an avid bridge player and a lover of the arts. She will be missed by all. Donations in Miriam’s memory to Alameda County Community Food Bank or Girls Inc. of Alameda County would be kindly appreciated. SINAI MEMORIAL CHAPEL-LAFAYETTE Jeanette Bronstein Aug. 19, 1917–Jan. 2, 2020 In Daly City, January 2. Age 102. Wife of the late Sidney Bronstein, a marriage that was blessed for 66 years. Mother of Howard Bronstein and Debbie Fithian (and Bill Hatley). Grandmother of Charles (and Samantha) Fithian, Sarah Fithian, and Zachary and Rebecca Bronstein. Great-grandmother of Michael Pleasure. Sister of the late Manuel (and Maureen) Rosen and the late Arthur (and Florence) Rosen. Jeanette is survived by sister Anita Heyman. Sister-in-law to the late Milton (and Celia) Bronstein. Aunt to many nieces and nephews. She deeply loved her family, and nothing made her happier than being together. Jeanette grew up in San Francisco with parents (Sarah and Charles Rosen) who owned Jack and Jill Store where Jeanette later worked. She worked at Spaulding to help support her family and was later an original Jewish chicken rancher. She and Sidney volunteered for many years at the Jewish Home and were part of a founding family for Temple Beth Israel Judea. She spoke perfect Yiddish and was well-traveled (South America, Israel, Hawaii, Yosemite, etc.). She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Private family services were held. Donations to the Jewish Home, 302 Silver Ave., SF, CA 94112, or a charity of your choice. Cantor Hans Cohn May 31, 1926–Jan. 4, 2020 Cantor Hans Cohn Cantor Hans Cohn passed away surrounded by hi...

Sep 19, 2019

Larkspur flower shop focuses on local, sustainable arrangements - Marin Independent Journal

Showcase, a collaboration between Bay Area Made, Concreteworks and Wescover, takes place Sept. 28 in a former steel factory on the waterfront in Alameda. Among the more than 40 participating companies, are six from Marin: • Rough Linen, a San Rafael company founded by Tricia Rose, makes fine quality home linens for the bed, kitchen, table and bath, and also clothing and décor. • SKINNY Ceramics, founded by Susan McKinney in San Rafael, offers unique ceramic lighting pendants and plant holders. • Melissa Holden Art features block-printed and screen-printed pieces. • LARO Fragrances a collection of small-batch bath salts, cleansing oil and about 10 all natural, cruelty-free and vegan perfumes in sustainable packaging. • Tracey Kessler is a Sausalito painter who works in a variety of mediums, including oil, acrylic, ink, charcoal, gesso and natural pigments. • Heath Ceramics the venerable ceramics company that got its start in Sausalito and now provides dinnerware, tableware, tile, décor, bags and jewelry. The event will be at Concreteworks, a Bay Area Made member that makes concrete fire pits, furniture, tubs and water features. The company will offer tours of its 85,000-square-foot facility where it showcases its products. “There are two parts to the event,” says Jason Lees, owner of Jason Lees Design and a member of Bay Area Made. “The Market is where vendors will have tables and booths to show and sell their work.” There, shoppers will find apparel and accessories, body and bath products, food and beverages, and home and garden products. The Design Showcase is a staged loft-like living space where home and garden products ill be on display, but not for sale. • Details: Where Craft Meets Innovation: A Market & Showcase is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 28 at Concreteworks at 2033 Everett St. in Alameda. Admission is free. For more information, go to bayareamade.us. Don’t-miss events • Children in Sloat Garden Center’s Kids Club can create their own salad bowl planter in a make-and-take workshop at 10 a.m. Sept. 21 at 401 Miller Ave. in Mill Valley (415-388-0365) or 10 a.m. Sept. 22 at 2000 Novato Blvd. in Novato (415-897-2169). The $20 fee for members in...

Mar 29, 2019

Shop Talk: Bluemercury; Airport Home Appliance; Ruby Rugs; AxeVentures; Ana's Flowers - Berkeleyside

We want the rug shopping experience to be beautiful, relaxed and upscale.” Ruby Rugs, 1882 Solano Ave. (at The Alameda), Berkeley 94707. Tel: 510-558-3244.img class="size-full wp-image-329437" src="https://www.berkeleyside.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/axe3.jpg" alt width="900" height="675" srcset="https://www.berkeleyside.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/axe3.jpg 900w, https://www.berkeleyside.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/axe3-200x150.jpg 200w, https://www.berkeleyside.com/w...

Nov 28, 2018

Holiday Events 2018: Tree lightings, ice skating, craft fairs and more - San Francisco Examiner

Black Santa and Mrs. C. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 23-Dec. 24, free. Jack London Square, 54 Washington St., Oakland, www.eventbrite.com Alameda South Shore Tis the Season: Festivities include carolers, jazz, a tree lighting, Santa and ice skating. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 23, free. Center Court, 2219 S. Shore Center, Alameda, www.alamedasouthshorecenter.com Parade of Lights and Winter Wonderland: In its 39th year, the event features a marketplace with arts and crafts, snow sledding, a tree-lighting ceremony and a 5:30 p.m. parade. Noon to 8 p.m. Nov. 23, free. Fourth Street, San Rafael, sresproductions.com Ghirardelli Square Tree Lighting: The 54th annual event showcases a 60-foot tree and hosts live music, Santa visits, snow and activities for kids, and hosts Betty Yu and Franco Finn. 4-9 p.m. Nov. 23, free. 900 North Point St., S.F., http://www.ghirardellisq.comMacy's Tree Lighting: The cast of San Francisco Playhouse's "Mary Poppins," Darlene Love and Bay Area choirs perform at the 29th event. 6 p.m. Nov. 23, free. Union Square, Powell and Geary streets, S.F., www.macys.com Winter Walk: The holiday pedestrian plaza offers food trucks, lunchtime fitness classes, seasonal cocktails and special performances. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. daily Nov. 23-Dec. 31, free. Stockton, between Eliis and Geary streets, S.F., https://www.winterwalksf.com/ SF Etsy Holiday Emporium: Some 200 artisans and small-batch food vendors sell their work; shoppers should bring their own bag. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 24-25, free. Pier 35, S.F.,, www.eventbrite.com Snovember Holiday Market: The flea market is the site for 20 tons of snow, Santa Claus and other holiday festivities. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 24-25, $5. TreasureFest, 500 Ave N, Treasure Island, S.F., treasureFest.com Berkeley Artisans Holiday Open Studios: Dozens of artists sell from their studios in the 28th self-guided event. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays Nov. 24-Dec. 16, and Dec. 22-23, free. Map at Berkeley Artisans, 2547 Eighth St., #24 A, Berkeley, www.berkeleyartisans.com Winter Carousel Lighting: Rides on the Bay Area's oldest carousel are offered in Yerba Buena Gardens, presented by the Children's Creativity Museum. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Nov. 24, free. 221 Fourth St., S.F., www.creativity.org Asian Art Museum Holiday Artisan Market: The second annual event features one-of-a-kind handmade goods by more than 30 local makers. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 28, free. 200 Larkin St., S.F., http://www.asianart.org/holiday-market Christmas at Kohl Boutique: The Mercy High School Alumnae Association presents the event with dozens of vendors. 5-9 p.m. Nov. 28, $10. Kohl Mansion, 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame, https://www.mercyhsb.com/alumnae/christmas-at-kohl Jingle and Mingle: Children of Shelter, an organization serving homeless children, hosts its annual benefit, featuring the opportunity to bid on one-of-a-kind designer wreaths. 6:30 p.m. Nov. 29, $350 and up. General's Residence, Fort Mason, off Bay and Franklin streets, S.F., www.childrenofshelters.org Winter Park at Civic Center: Debuting this year, the "ice experience" near San Francisco's City Hall is an ice rink and 400-foot skating track in a "lighted tree forest." Noon to 10 p.m. daily Nov. 30-Jan. 6, $15-$20. 355 McAllister St., S.F., winterparkicerinksf.com Jack London Square Tree Lighting: Gasia Mikaelian of KTVU hosts the festivities, including music, a mark...

Apr 7, 2017

Big wildflower bloom expected in Bay Area parks as spring sunshine arrives

Alameda Creek. They described the early part of the wildflower season as a scavenger hunt, but said they spotted ample amounts of poppies during their hike.“Get out of your car,” said Ruland. “You are going to see stuff. Right here, there are four kinds of flowers,” she said, pointing to the ground. “They are small, but still beautiful.”Many parks are capitalizing on the public’s interest this year — not only because of the amazing photographs of the “Super Bloom” that filled Facebook, Instagram and Twitter from Anza Borrego, Joshua Tree, Antelope Valley and other Southern California desert parks, but also because the drought has Northern Californians longing for the vibrant spring displays.Wildflowers boom in the Middle Ridge Open Space in Tiburon on March 16, 2017. (Alan Dep/Marin Independent Journal) “Last I heard, we were at 25 or 26 inches for rainfall this winter,” said Duke Heberling, supervising ranger at Pacheco State Park east of Gilroy. “Our annual average is about 8 inches. We’re still very green out here.”Pacheco State Park, which hosted a wildflower day Saturday, has been barren and dry for most months back to 2012 — an arid landscape surrounding much of San Luis Reservoir. But as the reservoir filled up this winter — from 10 percent last August to 100 percent today — the hills have bloomed.“We had a pretty good year last year, and this year seems to be better,” Heberling said. “There’s a huge variety. There’s like an 80-acre field of yellow mustard. It’s just amazing.”Cindy Roessler, a biologist with the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, said some of the best places in the Peninsula and South Bay for wildflowers in the coming weeks will be the Woods Trail at Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve near Los Gatos, Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve along Skyline Boulevard and Edgewood County Park and Natural Preserve in the hills of Redwood City.John Henderson and his wife, Rose, with camera in tow, were out at Edgewood last week, looking for the elusive purple mouse ears, a distinctive lilac-colored plant found in serpentine soils of California and Oregon.“It’s not a large bloom yet,” he said. “They’re just starting. But it’s a good year to be hopeful.”img class="lazyautosizes lazyload" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.mercurynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sjm-wildflowers-0331-07.jpg?w=620&crop=0%2C0px%2C100%2C9999px" alt="Blue larkspurs bloom on Old Stage Road at Edgewood County Park and Natural Preserve in Redwood City, Calif., on Tuesday, March 28,... (The Mercury News)