Almost 60-year-old Brennan’s Restaurant in Berkeley is closing
The restaurant and sports bar will close on Sept. 15.
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Cupcakin’ Bake Shop is taking over Virginia Bakery in Berkeley
Owner Lila Owens is expanding her gourmet cupcake business and will soon have three locations — two in Berkeley and one in Oakland.
Playing Berkeley: Ed Reed and Sam Priven, veteran cat and young lion
There's a wealth of great music coming up, including jazz singer and master balladeer Ed Reed, 24-year-old saxophonist Sam Previn, HowellDevine and the Freight Fiddle Summit.
Paul Phillip Reed: Gentle and generous with a penchant for life and adventure
Paul will be remembered for his heart of gold, a great sense of humor and little regard for the concept of punctuality.
Subway Guitars in Berkeley: This stomping ground for the greats has activist roots
A corner building covered in clouds was once the haunt for some of the world's most influential musicians. Subway Guitars owner Fatdog still oversees a vibrant music community hub.
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Downed power lines close streets near North Berkeley BART
Police and PG&E are on the scene near the North Berkeley BART station for downed power lines and a blown transformer, authorities report.
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Experiencing Fantasy (Studios) with Jemal Ramirez; other gigs to go to
Drummer Jemal Ramirez is orchestrating a farewell, multi-musician session Monday at Fantasy Studios. Also recommended: House of Faern at CJC and Hamilton de Holanda at the Freight.
The Berkeley Wire: 08.15.18
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