Katy Atchison

24 May 2024

Lakeshore Cafe Shutters After 22 Years in Oakland

Say goodbye to another beloved breakfast spot, Lakeshore Cafe in Oakland. They originally opened 22 years ago and have been a go-to for many folks from The Town as the best place for a full breakfast that won’t break the bank. It’s their last weekend in business. In an Instagram post announcing the closure, the owners of Lakeshore Cafe mention that May 27th will be their last day of business.

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17 May 2024

Employees Save Jack London Square’s Favorite Pub, Sláinte Oakland

I’m sure you’d agree that the hallmarks of a great Irish pub include great drinks, a thriving community, authentic Irish food and live music. Sláinte Oakland in Jack London has all of that but its origin story and remarkable revival following the closure in 2023 is what gives this place

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10 Apr 2025

Eat, Game, & Sing in San Francisco This Spring!

It’s Springtime in San Francisco, which means it’s time to put your phone on silent for a while and step out into our fair city to sing, eat, and play with the wonderful people and programming on offer. Whether in the flesh or on a live stream, the journalists and

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11 May 2024

The Hunt Begins: SF’s Transformed into an Interactive Playground with PURSUIT

Mischief, shenanigans and silliness with friends?… count me in! PURSUIT, SF’s newest interactive game, is on through May 27th. If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, I’d suggest you join into the fun and get your start. Created by 15 friends, PURSUIT posters have been peppered across

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10 May 2024

Robot Heart’s Artful, Underground, Oakland Residency

Throughout April and May, Robot Heart has held a residency at The Loom, a 5.5-acre historic series of warehouses turned creative hub, artist studio, and event venue in Oakland. Their diverse events encompass speaker series, children’s activities, dance showcases, and electrifying DJ sets extending into the early weekend hours. I

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03 May 2024

How an Irish Festival Reminded Me Why I Love The Bay

Last weekend, the team behind the much beloved Dicken’s Faire put on a new festival called Céilí on the Lake. Centered around Irish Dancing and Irish music, Céilí on the Lake welcomed Spring and celebrated Beltane with great food, sweet kid-friendly activities, tons of live music, artisan-made crafts, and of

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03 May 2024

Beloved Oakland Donut Shop Robbed But Community Swoops in to Support

Dick’s Donuts on High Street in Oakland was robbed by a regular customer on Thursday of last week in broad daylight. During a brief quiet moment in an otherwise busy morning, a man came into Dick’s Donuts, broke down the plastic barrier on the counter and took the entire register

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26 Apr 2024

The Team Behind Dicken’s is Organizing a New Event: Céilí on the Lake

Celebrate Spring this weekend with a new Irish festival in Marin. Hosted by the same team behind Dickens Faire, Céilí on the Lake promises a lively celebration on April 27th and 28th at Lagoon Park in San Rafael, located within the Marin County Fairgrounds. Should be a fun weekend of music

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25 Apr 2024

We Found a Hidden Swing with Panoramic Bay Views in Oakland

Spring has sprung, as they say. The wildflowers are in bloom and we’re on the cusp of another super bloom spring. This past week, while on a short hike with my pup in Oakland, I stumbled upon a delightful surprise halfway through the trail—a hidden tree swing boasting panoramic vistas

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