Lincoln Center Draperies is a retail fabric shop which carries a full line of curtains, drapes and upholstery. The shop also provides textile repair work and custom window treatments.
This business-to-business specialty furniture manufacturer designs and builds office furniture. The company's products include adjustable ergonomic desks, articulating keyboard platforms and related accessories. The business is in a commercial industrial area a few blocks east of the former U.S. Naval air base.
Fashion After Passion has the largest selection of new and gently-used maternity, nursing, infant clothing (0-24 months) and equipment. The shop proudly stocks California's largest inventory of nursing bras, with more than 8,000 in stock, in sizes 28A to 50K. The mom-to-mom shop, which has been in business since 1993, also buys gently-used clothing and equipment that qualifies for resale, and its merchandise changes frequently. Hours for buying are Thursday and Friday between 10am and 2pm, store credit is 60 percent of incoming retail value, and consignment is 40 to 50 percent, depending on the condition of the products.
Although its name sounds industrial, Lamco Industries is actually a jewelry business. It sells gold and platinum, contemporary, antique, and vintage bracelets, earrings, necklaces and pins. Diamond and pearl pieces can be purchased here as well. It is open only three days a week.
Bear Paw Fiddles sells vintage violins and bows, guitars, mandolins, ukuleles and harps. The store features a variety of new and vintage instruments from around the world. The store's merchandise changes from week-to-week. Brands carried include Gibson, National, Oahu, Washburn, Regal, Martin and Dobro. Owner Robert has been playing, building and repairing fiddles for over thirty-five years. He and his wife Lorna share a passion for the artistry behind the instruments they showcase.
The showroom is located in an office building on Santa Clara Avenue., and all appointments and viewings can be made with a phone call.
This business-to-business importer specializes in women's apparel and accessories from Mexico. The company's products are sold to local retailers. The business is located in Central Alameda. Clients can call during business hours for current selections.
Family owned since 1973, Marks Paint is a superbly organized and expedient stop for painting products. There is a useful paint sampling shelf, and the machinery to mix paint is directly adjacent to the front register. The Home Decorating Center has a large table for customers to sit and sift through the extensive collection of paint colors comfortably. Marks Paint offers free delivery, and the staff gladly helps customers carry the heavy paint cans to their cars.
Henderson Windows is a construction contractor that specializes in window installation and replacement at residential and commercial properties. The business carries a wide selection of styles. Cusotm work is also available. The company's physical address is not open to the public. Clients may call during business hours to request a consultation.
Dress Barn retails great fashionable women's clothing in all sizes at affordable prices. The store is always up to date with fashion-forward clothing at great value and is sensitive to the needs and desires of the modern woman. The store carries clothing for all occasions, from casual to business wear to cocktail dresses, and features misses and plus-size sections. Selections include brand name and private label merchandise.
This corner convenience store has the best deal on cigarettes, cigars and loose tobacco. The inventory also features other conveniences, like beverages, snacks and lighters. The owner is pleasant and professional. Better Trade Discount is located at the corner of Park and Pacific in the Park Street shopping district.
This communications company provides telephone systems and equipment to local businesses. Additional services include repair, maintenance and ongoing customer service. The office is located in the Marina Village district.
This is the local branch of the world-famous health franchise that is dedicated to healthier lifestyles. Services include classes, meetings, weigh-ins and nutritional guidance. The meeting place is located in the heart of the Webster Street commercial district. You may call for a list of meeting times or visit the website for full details.
This small boutique carries a colorful selection of quality women's clothing, along with jewelry and accessories. With new merchandise coming in by the week, this shop retails a variety of blouses, hats, jewelry and more, all for up to 70% off department store prices. The shop may look small from the outside, but it carries an unexpectedly large selection of women's clothing.
People come from out of town to visit this local nursery. The business features hundreds of indoor and outdoor plants, as well as a complete range of gardening equipment, seeds, plant foods and related accessories. The store also sells home and garden accents like birdhouses, fountains, windchimes, statues and quaint picket fencing. Upstairs from the nursery is a charming cafe that serves coffee, tea and pastries. The business is located on a commercial block with a hardware store and several small restaurants right across the street.
Since 1995 this locally-owned, tiny shop has been providing the local fishermen with bait, tackle and other supplies, as well as ice, snacks and drinks one might need while fishing. Don't be deceived by the size - the variety offered here is quite impressive. The bait includes mackerel, squid, bullhead, grass and ghost shrimp, herrings, sardines and a variety of different worms, like red, night, mini, wax and pile. It also sells weights and hooks.
Specializing in hip women's styles, Sway is a popular shopping destination, centrally located on Park Street. Sway sells fashionable and funky blouses, skirts, dresses, jeans, shoes and handbags. It has a great selection of necklaces, rings, earrings and bangles. Sale racks are in the back, but even full-priced items won't break the bank. With too much to offer to fit inside its tiny former space across the street, Sway moved to its present spot in early 2009. Owners Jane and Jason also have stores in Berkeley and Concord.
Marina Village Shopping Center has a variety of chain stores, family-owned businesses, and office buildings, including Lucky, CVS, Quizno's, Carl's Junior, among others. With the College of Alameda, the Webster and Posey tubes, and numerous residential areas nearby, the shopping center is a convenient local option for Alameda consumers. On the northwest side of Marina Village, there are waterfront offices and more businesses, all with great views of the estuary, downtown Oakland and Oakland Hills. Other amenities include sun-drenched benches, modern art, picnic tables with umbrellas, and mailboxes.
This video game franchisebuys, sells, rents and trades video games. Popular brands include Wii Fit, Play Station 2, Tron and X-box Kinect. Customers are invited to play-test any games before they buy, and are encouraged to participate in local and national tournaments. Repair service for discs and consoles is also available.
All The More to Love sells plus-size women's clothing for women of sizes eight and up featuring specialty vintage skirts and dresses, new and with tags. The store also carries assorted jewelry, as well as related accessories like rhinestone hats, designer handbags and leather belts.