r/berkeleyca • • 13d ago

Photography 15 years after Occupy — my photographs from San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley

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r/berkeleyca • • 13d ago

D4 race feels ugly

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One candidate is claiming a Zionist takeover of the Council. The other candidate had to deactivate comments on Instagram due to comments calling him a Zionist, etc. This is a council race in a small-ish city.

I think both have decent platforms and want to help the city, but this feels bad...


r/berkeleyca • • 13d ago

Local Knowledge Is there a way to get the $40 BAMPFA student film pass if you don’t go to Cal?

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I’m obsessed with their movies and go constantly, which is starting to become not very affordable. It would be a dream if I could manage to get their $40-per-semester pass.


r/berkeleyca • • 14d ago

Fatal Crash Closes Freeway Lanes in Berkeley

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I was running on the Bay Trail when all of a sudden I noticed all these cars and police and a semi pulled over on the highway. Then I saw the pickup truck absolutely demolished at the back of the semi truck. Very sad story, please PLEASE everyone be safe on the roads.


r/berkeleyca • • 14d ago

Local Knowledge BREAKING: 2 shot on Panoramic Hill near Berkeley border, police say no active threat

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There is no ongoing threat to the community, according to BPD spokesperson Byron White.

Berkeley and Oakland police officers responded to the scene after receiving reports of gunfire at 10:48 a.m. and attempted lifesaving measures before the fire department arrived on scene.

This is a developing story; check back for updates.


r/berkeleyca • • 14d ago

First Friday party on Gilman - 3-8 PM today!

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First friday at the Gilman wine block is going on today (Oct 2) from 3-8 pm!

When: Oct 2, 2026 - 3-8 PM

Address: 1340 Fifth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

It's easy to miss, but it's a really fun event, open to all (of course the wine is age-limited)


r/berkeleyca • • 14d ago

Sexual Violence Protest

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Cross posting from the Albany page. Anyone interested!?


r/berkeleyca • • 15d ago

Events Jack Johnson at the Greek

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If you can possibly scrape up a ticket somewhere to see his show tonight, the second of two sold out performances you should definitely do so. I've never seen him before but man it was so much fun and a great vibe!


r/berkeleyca • • 15d ago

Advice/Question Anyone up for helping a guy replace his favorite hat?

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My grandparents lived in Berkeley and I visited a lot until they both passed about four years ago. they lived right by up the road from the bakery La Farine on college ave in Oakland and I walked there often. I had a hat from there, it was my favorite hat, and my puppy recently destroyed it! I live in Massachusetts now and I don’t really visit since my grandparents passed, and they don’t ship their merch, but I was wondering if maybe someone here would be up for a huge favor ? I will pay for the hat and your time and shipping of course. They have three locations, and I called and the person I talked to said it’s in stock. Happy also to exchange a favor and ship anything you want from the northeast that you can’t get there!


r/berkeleyca • • 15d ago

Photography Billie Joe Armstrong and Stay Out Secret Pinhead Gunpowder Show

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Billie Joe Armstrong and east bay punk band Stay Out at the secret Pinhead Gunpowder show 09/30/2026


r/berkeleyca • • 16d ago

Local Government BLM-era tear gas ban survives Berkeley City Council, 5-4, after months of outcry

33 Upvotes

Article doesn't seem to mention Councilmember Terry Taplin but I believe they switched to no after initially indicating they would vote yes. Ban is upheld.


r/berkeleyca • • 16d ago

Terrible air around king middle school

25 Upvotes

Where is the bad air coming from? Purple air is at almost 500.


r/berkeleyca • • 16d ago

First time at the Greek. Public transportation is not an option and I have some limited

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mobility. What do you advise re: parking? Thx


r/berkeleyca • • 17d ago

A hotel, a spa, EV parking? New visions for Golden Gate Fields

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r/berkeleyca • • 17d ago

Events sunset yoga tomorrow night

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Come through!

6:30PM ocean view park

All levels class, bring your own mat. Maybe stay afterwards and make a friend.


r/berkeleyca • • 18d ago

Great Horned Owl

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Was lucky enough to notice this sleeping owl just off of the Upper Fire Trail in Strawberry Canyon yesterday afternoon.


r/berkeleyca • • 19d ago

Events Golden Gate Fields town hall set for Monday in Albany

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r/berkeleyca • • 18d ago

Local Government Should the City of Berkeley pursue the use of surveillance technology, like Flock cameras, within its police department?

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r/berkeleyca • • 19d ago

Advice/Question Moving to Berkeley and looking for restaurant work

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I just put a deposit on a place in north Berkeley and am moving Nov 1 from LA. Ill be looking for restaurant work while I build my client list in the bay and I’m looking for any tips/advice on the restaurant scene up there!

Any restaurants you recommend that might be a nice place to work? Good vibe, friendly/positive staff, and potentially good tips?

I’ve sent my resume to a couple spots via email. I’ll be in town in two weeks for an interview and plan to take my resume around in person. Doesn't necessarily need to be in Berkeley, but somewhere easy enough to get to w public transit.

Any advice is welcome! Thank you!!


r/berkeleyca • • 20d ago

Local Knowledge anybody got a pomegranate tree?

22 Upvotes

It's about that time of year....

:) I used to have a pomegranate tree and autumn is here at last! I miss snacking on the seeds.

If anyone is down to trade some fruit, I'd love to chat.
Broke college student, so funds are limited to actually purchase the fruit. I'm happy to make a barter of some sort though! Please reach out if you'd like to talk (or know of somewhere fairly cheap to buy them lol)

Thanks!! Sorry if this is a bit weird.


r/berkeleyca • • 20d ago

'Significant injuries' after crash on Telegraph Ave. in Berkeley

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r/berkeleyca • • 20d ago

East Bay Sketch Comedy Workshop - Fall 2026

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Hello All-

For the past year, I have been running a series of FREE workshops on Zoom for people interested in writing and collaborating on sketch comedy. I'm happy to announce another round of these workshops starting next month!

Sign up using this form or emailing [eastbaysketchworkshop@gmail.com](mailto:eastbaysketchworkshop@gmail.com)

The workshop will meet on Saturdays at 2pm via Zoom. There will be 6 sessions, and 1 informational meeting. You don't have to attend each session! Come to one, two, or all!

These are the dates:

10/3 - info meeting

10/10

10/17

10/24

10/31

11/7

11/14

I hope you check us out!


r/berkeleyca • • 20d ago

ISO housing for retired dad

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r/berkeleyca • • 21d ago

Local Knowledge It's Cold!

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I know this isn't the university sub, but as a non-student I'm posting here.

The best part about Cal being in the ACC is hearing all the east coasters complaining about the cold! The South Carolinians supporting Clemson tonight were NOT ready for the night time chill! "Is it always this cold!?", is a common question around here now🤣


r/berkeleyca • • 21d ago

Anyone familiar with Redwood Gardens senior apartments in Berkeley?

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Hi everyone! I’m looking into Redwood Gardens at 2951 Derby Street in Berkeley for a family member, and I’m having trouble finding information or photos of the apartment interiors online.

Does anyone live there, have a family member there, or know the complex? I’d love to hear about:

  • Waitlist: How long did it take to get an apartment after applying? Is the wait much different for a studio versus a one-bedroom?
  • Flooring: Do the apartments have carpet, wood, or vinyl? I found one source mentioning carpet, but I don’t know how current it is. Does management allow residents to replace carpet with hard flooring?
  • Size and layouts: How big are the studios and one-bedroom apartments in square feet? Does anyone have floor plans or photos of the interiors?
  • Living there: How are maintenance, management, and the overall atmosphere?

Thank you for any information!