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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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Bed Bath and Beyond
- 590 2nd St., Oakland (map)
- 510-834-9484
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A one-stop spot for all your household needs, from pillows and bedding to curtains and rugs.
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Berkeley Mills
- 2830 Seventh St., Berkeley (map)
- 877-426-4557
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Sells custom-made, premium hardwood furniture for home and office.
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East Bay Vivarium
- 1827-C Fifth St., Berkeley (map)
- 510-841-1400
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While not technically a zoo, you can find (and buy) almost any (legally sanctioned) lizard-like animal here, from frogs and giant pythons to flesh-eating monitor lizards.
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Emeryville Public Market
- 5959 Shellmound St., Emeryville (map)
- 510-652-9300
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Home to the new Guitar Center, as well as an international food court that includes everything from jerk chicken to sushi.
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Footcandy
- 1365 N. Main St., Walnut Creek (map)
- 925-937-3668
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A sumptuous shoe and handbag boutique that specializes in high-end labels like Christian Louboutin, Manolo Blahnik, Valentino, and Alexander McQueen.
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IKEA $
- 4400 Shellmound St., Emeryville (map)
- 510-420-4532
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A maze-like, gargantuan store full of cheap, Scandinavian-style furniture and accessories (and food!).
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Lacis Museum of Textiles
- 2982 Adeline St., Berkeley (map)
- 510-843-7290
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Lacis, both a retail store and a textile arts museum, is a fascinating place to visit even if you’re not a needlework or sewing aficionado.
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Philippa Roberts
- 4176 Piedmont Ave., Oakland (map)
- 510-655-0656
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Best known for its jaw-dropping selection of beautiful (but not bank-account-emptying) brushed silver and semiprecious stone jewelry, made by its namesake designer, the store also sells jewelry by local designers and baby items.
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Phoenix Optical
- 5519 College Ave., Oakland (map)
- 510-597-1111
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One could spend hours combing through Phoenix's new and used frame selection, which runs the gamut from imported vintage frames to more sleek, contemporary styles (some of which cost a pretty penny).
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Rasputin Music and DVDs
- 15590 Hesperian Blvd., San Lorenzo (map)
- 510-276-8921
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Open since 1971, the trusty Bay Area record store sells a broad selection of books, CDs, and vinyl.
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See Jane Run Sports
- 5817 College Ave., Oakland (map)
- 510-428-2681
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A running supply shop that caters to women with a wide selection of shoes, sports bras, and more.
