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1-2-3-4 Go! Records
- 420 40th St., Oakland (map)
- 510-985-0325
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Both a record label and a brick-and-mortar, the record store carries everything from punk and hardcore to country and soul stuff, hosts shows regularly, and has what's probably the only publicly operating vintage photo booth in the East Bay.
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510 Skateboarding
- 2506 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley (map)
- 510-843-1863
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510 offers a wide variety of skateboard decks and skate gear, as well as the knowledgeable staff required to assemble your board.
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A la Folie
- 1844 Fourth St., Berkeley (map)
- 510-356-4477
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Features a treasure trove of European lingerie, jewelry, and boudoir accessories.
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A Step Forward
- 4018 Piedmont Ave., Oakland (map)
- 510-339-0500
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Sets the bar for independent shoe shops with a stellar selection of brands including Aerosoles, Born, Diesel, Simple, Wanted, and Dansko.
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Acapulco Records
- 3509 International Blvd., Oakland (map)
- 510-533-2009
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This record shop specializes in a variety of Mexican pop music, from Lupillo Rivera to La Banda del Recodo, Los Tigres del Norte to Selena.
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Al Lasher’s Electronics
- 1734 University Ave., Berkeley (map)
- 510-843-5915
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The family-owned and -operated Berkeley institution has everything you need to fix a radio, stereo, or death ray.
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Alameda County Computer Resource Center
- 620 Page St., Berkeley (map)
- 510-528-4052
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A nonprofit computer recycler that fixes up old machines and gives them away to the needy.
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Alameda Point Antiques Faire
- 2900 Navy Way, Alameda (map)
- 510-522-7500
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With more than 800 dealer booths, this is the place to find items like Tiffany lamps, old paintings, ancient furniture, and all sorts of otherwise unique and weird antiques.
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Ali Golden
- 470E 49th St., Oakland (map)
- 805-340-7086
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Studio of the Oakland designer, which sells limited styles and other accessories.
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Alko Office Supply
- 2225 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley (map)
- 510-848-3356
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American Soil & Stone
- 2121 San Joaquin St., Richmond (map)
- 510-292-3000
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The design supply company stocks everything from blended soils for rooftop gardens to select stone for building restoration.
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Amoeba Music
- 1855 Haight St., San Francisco (map)
- 415-831-1200
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In addition to supporting musicians with compilations, recommendations, and now its own record label, Amoeba also hosts live bands several times a week in its San Francisco store. Saturday shows happen at 2 p.m. and weekday shows occur at 6 p.m., usually prior to the band’s performance at some big club in the city. They’re a great opportunity to see your favorite band for free if you can’t afford a regular ticket, plus it’s a much more intimate environment. Amoeba also books local bands of all varieties, in conjunction with their CD releases. While it is slightly weird to see a band play amid the rows of CDs and vinyl, it’s also a natural place for music and a great alternative to those dark, loud clubs.
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Amoeba Music
- 2455 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley (map)
- 510-549-1125
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Amoeba houses virtually any medium for music and visuals — CD, DVD, records, cassettes — and any genre of music, from Bakersfield honky-tonk, punk from Texas 1965 and Iceland 1982, to baroque, hip-hop, bebop, remixes of remixes, old-school R&B, and obscure imports.
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Annie's Annuals & Perennials
- 740 Market Ave., Richmond (map)
- 510-215-1671
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Having a difficult time finding a specific plant? Maybe a Dahlia coccinea or a Ranunclulus californicus? Check out Annie's. They specialize in rare annuals, perennials, and California native wildflowers, and also provide delivery and interstate shipping.
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Article Pract
- 5010 Telegraph Ave., Oakland (map)
- 510-595-7875
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With a great selection of funky and classic yarns, this is not your grandma's knitting store (though she'll probably like it too). The small shop also hosts classes for both beginners and seasoned knitters.
