The Creative Mind

Abrams Claghorn Shop & Gallery

Address 1251 Solano Ave, Berkeley CA 94706

Phone (510) 526-9558

Business Description The Abrams Claghorn Shop pairs a gift shop with a contemporary art gallery. Everything we stock is made in the SF Bay Area. We have exhibited and sold fine and functional artworks created by diverse Bay Area artists since April 2015.

Holiday Promotion We are offering a 15% Discount to all in store customers who mention this listing, no minimum purchase.

Online they can use the code LocalACG for sales for more than $20

ACCI Gallery

Address 1652 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, Berkeley CA 94709

Phone (510) 843-2527

Business Description ACCI Gallery is a dynamic member-based community of artisans, artists, and art patrons located in the heart of North Berkeley’s Gourmet District. Our retail gallery offers an ever-changing collection of fine art, ceramics, jewelry, glass, wood, metal, photography, and textiles.

Annapurna

Address 2416 Telgraph Ave, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 841-6187

Business Description We are the Original American headshop since 1969 always here for the open minded with the coolest gifts, decor and the very best Cannabis Accessories. A true Berkeley tradition.

Holiday Promotion New 5% loyalty points on all purchases and more specials!

Berkeley Flea Market

Address Ashby Bart station- 1937 Ashby Ave, Berkeley CA 94703

Phone (510) 644-0744

Business Description The 47 year old Berkeley Flea Market is a festive, unique, bazaar in the heart of South Berkeley where you will find treasures from all around the world.

Cazadero Music Camp

Address 941 THE ALAMEDA ROOM 3, Berkeley CA 94707

Phone (510) 527-7500 x10

Business Description For over 60 years, Cazadero has offered a renown overnight camp program that strikes a balance between in-depth music education and performance, coupled with carefree summer camp fun. Campers enjoy rehearsing, sleeping, and playing outdoors, and with little or no electronic media to hamper student exchanges, cross-cultural friendships develop, music skills are honed, and participants’ enriched experience carries through the academic year and beyond.

Holiday Promotion Registrations paid in full before December 31, 2020 will receive our early enrollment discount.

FerdunDesign

Address Peralta Ave., Berkeley CA 94706

Phone (510) 502-3368

Business Description FerdunDesign has years of award winning experience providing graphic design services to companies big and small. If you are in need of a new logo, brochures, menus, business cards, website, banners or any marketing materials feel free to reach out to see if we would be a good fit.

Holiday Promotion Local businesses I have helped over the years https://timferdun.wixsite.com/mysite/local-pro-bono

Holton Studio Frame-Makers and The Holton Studio Gallery

Address 2100 Fifth Street, Berkeley CA 94710

Phone (510) 450-0350

Business Description Handcrafted custom framing from a studio dedicated since 1993 to reviving the art and craft of framing pictures. Our showroom is also an art gallery of northern California landscape paintings by outstanding contemporary regional artists. All works are beautifully framed by us.

JessPots

Phone (510) 333-0365

Business Description Functional Ceramics

Riveter Shop

Address 1287 Gilman Street, Berkeley CA 94706

Phone (510) 529-6485

Business Description Boutique gift shop selling mostly locally made products.

Holiday Promotion 10% off to Berkeley Residents during the holidays
30% off Garden decor on Black Friday weekend
20% off all items on Black Friday weekend

The Ink Stone

Address 2424 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 843-1162

Business Description We are an Independent art and drafting supply store/ large format reprographic. We offer designers a one stop shop where they can get their supplies and printing done all in one place.

Holiday Promotion We are offering art kits that are 15% off everyday prices.

Tierra y Mano

Business Description Tierra y Mano partners with female artisans in Latin America creating one of a kind, handcrafted pieces. Best known for their contemporary wall-hanging rugs from Oaxaca, they also produce handwoven baskets, colorful earrings, and a new line of linen clothing and bags made in small batches on the island of Mallorca.

Holiday Promotion Our special holiday offering this year are handmade Barro Rojo ceramic cups. Barro Rojo or Red Clay is a traditional type of ceramics made in San Marcos Tlapazola, a small pueblo in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico.

Trax Gallery

Address 1812 5th Street, Berkeley CA 94710

Phone (510) 540-8729

Business Description Hand made ceramics for use from some of the best potters in the U.S.
also an artbnb available for bookings on the www.traxgallery.com web site adu #Registration ZCSTR2018-0042

Holiday Promotion Holiday hours: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12 - 5:30 and by appointment: text: 510.914.1303 email: info@traxgallery.com
call: 510.540.8729 Nov. 20th - Dec. 20th closed Dec. 25 - Jan .1

Vapor Den

Phone (510) 842-7882

Business Description Vapor Den is a locally owned online Electronic Cigarette Emporium. Our mission is to ensure the availability of a variety of effective, affordable, reduced-harm alternatives to smoking. Adults 21 & up please. Since 2008.

Holiday Promotion Yes, we offer Daily Specials, visit our website or call us for more detail.

4th Street Fine Art

Address 2000 4th Street, Berkeley CA 94710

Phone (415) 225-9159

Business Description 4th Street Fine Art is an eclectic artist’s co-op filled with original fine art from eighteen local artisans. We feature jewelry, painting, photography and sculpture.

Holiday Promotion Our holiday show “Home Is Where The Art Is” will be on display from November 30 to January 5.

Berkeley Potters Guild

Address 731 Jones St, Berkeley CA 94710

Phone (510) 524-7031

Business Description The Berkeley Potters Guild, one of the original working ceramic communities in California established over 40 years ago in Berkeley’s West Artisan District, is a 20 member collective. We strive to honor the art of clay, making well crafted, handmade pottery, sculpture and ceramic jewelry, offered to the public from our in-house gallery or by appointment, while at the same time deepening our professional relationships working collaboratively.

Holiday Promotion We are thrilled to be opening again to the public for our Holiday Show, the first two weekends of December (5/6 and 12/13) from 11am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday. Guests will find a sparkling array of diverse clay art from exquisite functional dinnerware, cups and teapots in porcelain or earthy stoneware, to whimsical sculpture and artistically designed ceramic jewelry, all safely displayed in a carefully prepared environment with everyone’s best health interests in mind.

Creations by Clio

Address 2400 Piedmont Avenue, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (916) 934-6012

Business Description Handmade Japanese origami earrings inspired by contemporary design and traditional art. Made with hand silkscreened origami paper and sterling silver.

Holiday Promotion Buy three pairs of earrings, enjoy an origami ornament as a gift for free. Purchases over $40 get free shipping!

Games of Berkeley

Address 2510 Durant Avenue, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 540-7822

Business Description Games of Berkeley has served the Bay Area for 40 years, selling board games, party games, card games, roleplaying games, disc golf, activities, novelties, and toys — from the traditional to the obscure, the ancient to the brand-new. We take orders via our website for shipping and curbside pickup, and can even gift wrap or ship purchases you make in the store.

Holiday Promotion “26 Sales in 52 Days” - Now through December 30th, enjoy a different flash sale every two days! The details of each are announced on our social media and website at 11AM Pacific every other day, and ends at 7PM Pacific the next day — both in the store and online.

Hillside Club

Address 2286 Cedar St, Berkeley CA 94709

Phone (510) 213-4292

Business Description Historic Social Club. Founded in the early 1900′s to preserve arts, culture, architecture in Berkeley.

Holiday Promotion We have a member Art Show. World renowned talent, right here!

Moe’s Books

Address 2476 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 849-2087

Business Description World Class Independent Bookstore in Berkeley since 1959. The New York Times says that making a visit to Moe’s Books is “worth every effort.”

Holiday Promotion Free 60th Anniversary Open Books posters with every purchase!

molly m designs

Address 1332 4th street, suite L, Berkeley CA 94710

Phone (415) 515-4065

Business Description lasercut jewelry, accessories, and homewares inspired by architecture and textile design

Holiday Promotion 20% off on black friday

Pegasus Books

Address 2349 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 649-1320

Business Description Pegasus Books– with stores on Shattuck Avenue, Solano Avenue and College Avenue–offer new, used and “overstock” remainder books, along with a thoughtful selection of cards, gifts and calendars. We are safely open (social distancing protocols in place) every day 10-5, with extended hours at some locations. Please call for info: Pegasus Books Downtown (510) 649-1320; Pegasus Books Oakland (510) 652-6259; Pegasus Books on Solano (510) 525-6888.

School of Rock

Address 1313 Gilman Street, Berkeley CA 94706

Phone (510) 956-7625

Business Description School of Rock provides students of all ages an exciting and engaging music lesson experience, which includes guitar lessons, singing lessons, drum lessons and piano lessons. Drawing from all styles of rock and roll, School of Rock students learn theory and techniques via songs from legendary artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, and Frank Zappa.

Holiday Promotion $50 off first month of tuition when you enroll before January 31st, 2021

Shoey Sindel Photography

Address 1607 Solano Ave, Berkeley CA 94707

Phone (510) 917-0659

Business Description Shoey Sindel Photography creates fine art family, personal and business portraits. Our heirloom quality portraits and albums are treasured gifts for your home and for loved ones.

Holiday Promotion Holiday offers include: Portrait Sessions and Prints; Gift Certificates and Fine Art African Wildlife Puzzles.

Shotgun Players

Address 1901 Ashby Ave., Berkeley CA 94703

Phone (510) 841-6500

Business Description Shotgun Players is a company of artists determined to create bold, relevant, affordable theatre that inspires and challenges audience and artist alike to re-examine our lives, our community, and the ever-changing world around us.

Holiday Promotion The Virtual Night at the Theater Package gives the recipient a pair of virtual tickets to any online digital programming we have between now and December 2021! Enjoy an amazing night of theatre from the comfort of your own home!

Sticks Framing and Fine Art

Address 1579 B Solano ave, Berkeley CA 94707

Phone (510) 526-6603

Business Description We offer complete custom framing services, including expert design consultation. All work is done in-house. We also have a huge selection of in-house built photo frames and wall frames. If you’re looking for art, we feature works by local artists - see our website for current shows

Holiday Promotion Our in-house built photo frames make the perfect holiday gift! We have the best selection ranging from simple to decorative frames. They are perfect for portraits and family photos.

Harvest Land

Address 729 Heinz Ave. #8, Berkeley CA 94710

Phone (510) 540-4815

Business Description Harvest Land is a screen printing shop based in Berkeley, established in 1990.
We specialize in custom printing and original design shirts.

Holiday Promotion Free shipping for purchasing of over $35 at our Etsy store.

Bohemia Skin and Body

Address 2842 Prince Street, Berkeley CA 94705

Phone (510) 817-4555

Business Description Bohemia Skin and Body is a Holistic Spa and Shop offering massage, facials and waxing services. We also have a specially curated retail shop offering clean, effective, non-toxic beauty products. We also offer home goods, gifts, pajamas, slippers and more.

Holiday Promotion We are offering beautifully curated gift boxes, you can choose from one already made or we can help you create a gift box for someone. We also offer gift certificates for services of retail items.

Victory Point Cafe

Address 1797 Shattuck Ave Ste A, Berkeley CA 94709

Phone (510) 982-6325

Business Description A community gathering space for customers to enjoy our edibles while interacting face-to-face over tabletop games. In addition to our library of games, we serve coffee, tea, pastries, snacks, sandwiches, pizza, beer, and wine.

Holiday Promotion Weeklong sales on specific categories leading up to December 25th. See store for details.

sameteam.us

Address 1314 harmon st., Berkeley CA 94702

Phone (510) 815-0691

Business Description Berkeley artist, damon :) guthrie creates custom illustrations! Maps, kids books, renderings, comic strips, christmas cards and more!

Holiday Promotion Locally created and produced christmas card paks of 20 cards and envelopes for $20

Beyond Play LLC

Address 1442-A Walnut Street #52, Berkeley CA 94709

Phone (510) 548-0600

Business Description Toys, gifts, educational games, books and other products for early childhood and for children with special needs. A family owned business based in Berkeley for over 20 years.

Holiday Promotion Free shipping on all orders placed during the holiday season. Must mention promo code BRK2020.

Friends of the Berkeley Public Library Bookstore

Address 2433 Channing Way, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 841-5604

Business Description Friends of the Berkeley Public Library is a member-supported, nonprofit organization, providing critical funding for community programs at the Berkeley Public Library. The Friends Bookstore offers high quality used books, CDs, and DVDs at incredibly low prices.

Holiday Promotion At the Friends Bookstore you will find holiday-themed books, CDs and DVDs for all ages, at very special low prices.

Berkeley Art Center

Address 1275 Walnut Street, Berkeley CA 94709

Phone (510) 644-6893

Business Description Berkeley Art Center is a hub for artistic exploration and community building that champions Bay Area artists and curators. Located in Live Oak Park in North Berkeley, we make contemporary art approachable at an intimate scale with exhibitions and programs that reflect our diverse community.

Uchi

Address 1325 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley CA 94702

Phone (510) 775-7580

Business Description Direct importer of beautiful teak furniture with great pricing. Carefully curated home and gift items from local and global artisans.

Holiday Promotion 15% off storewide from 11/27-11/29. Sign up for our email list or follow us on social media for other specials throughout December.

Tinsel Trading

Address 1659 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley CA 94702

Phone (510) 570-2149

Business Description We specialize in antique/vintage ribbons, buttons, tassels, trims, millinery flowers & so much more. In addition we have gifts, stationery & seasonal and on & on….

R. KASSMAN PIANO

Address 843 GILMAN ST, Ste B, Berkeley CA 94710

Phone (510) 558-0765

Business Description For over 40 years R. Kassman has displayed the most prestigious selection of Fine European Pianos in the Bay Area. Today, under new ownership, that legacy continues

Holiday Promotion We strive to give the ultimate shopping experience to every single customer every day of the year. We have simple financing terms available.

Richard Schwartz, Historian/RSB Books

Phone (510) 524-1683

Business Description Richard Schwartz is the author of four well-loved Berkeley History books. “The Man Who Lit Lady Liberty, The Extraordinary Rise and Fall of Actor M. B. Curtis” is a book which reveals the life of a highly eccentric immigrant Berkeley actor of the 19th century which won the Bronze Medal for Biography from the Independent Publishers Book Awards and “Berkeley 1900, Daily Life at the Turn of the Century” won “Holiday Gift Book of the Year” from the “San Francisco Chronicle” and tells the story of everyday life in Berkeley at the turn of the century, are two of Schwartz’s much-beloved books about forgotten Berkeley history.’’

Holiday Promotion If you purchase a total of any three of Schwartz’s books, you will receive a 30% discount and Richard will be happy to personally sign these books to whomever you are giving them to, including yourself. On Richard’s website, press the “email Richard” box and send Richard a request to purchase the books. What a perfect gift for the person who loves Berkeley.

Nielsen Art Gallery & Custom Framing

Address 1537 Solano Ave., Berkeley CA 94707

Phone (510) 525-8968

Business Description We are a custom framing shop, art gallery, and retail store.

Holiday Promotion Mention #BerkeleyHolidays and receive 15% off custom framing.

Berkeley Patients Group

Address 2366 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley CA 94702

Phone (510) 540-6013

Business Description Since 1999, BPG has been a leader in cannabis, offering only California’s most effective products. Their highly trained staff provides personalized consultations with a focus on pain, sleep, senior health, anxiety, depression, and serious medical conditions so you can confidently give the gift of wellness to yourself or a loved one.

Holiday Promotion Green Friday, November 27-30: $1 Items, 50% off Select Eighths (regularly $35-60), Buy 1 Get 1 50% off Joints, Edibles, Drinks, Vapes, and more. Plus, save $20 on your Delivery order when you spend $200.

Giving Tuesday, December 1: $1 item with a donation to any of their 10 nonprofit partners.

Friday, December 4: Buy 2 Kiva Edibles get 1 for $0.01. Plus, even more holiday sales announced at myBPG.com.

Metro Lighting

Address 2240 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley CA 94702

Phone (510) 540-0509

Business Description Metro Lighting features beautiful, high quality lighting fixtures crafted by local metal and glass artisans. Sustainability is part of our core mission; we are 100% solar-powered, incorporate upcycled and recycle materials, and sell locally made or Fair Trade lighting.

Holiday Promotion Locally crafted floor and table lamps brighten homes and make the perfect gift for the holidays. Special offer: 10% off all stock floor and table lamps November 28 through December 23.

EnChroma

Address ONLINE ONLY, Berkeley CA

Business Description EnChroma eyewear for color blindness is revolutionary patented lens technology that combines the latest in color perception neuroscience and lens innovation to improve the lives of people around the world.

Holiday Promotion Up to 75% OFF Select Styles.

Stonemountain & Daughter Fabrics

Address 2518 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 845-6106

Business Description Inspiring selection of fabrics, notions, & indie patterns for the modern maker since 1981 in Downtown Berkeley. For the safety of our employees and community, our brick and mortar is closed and we are gratefully fulfilling online orders and offering curbside pick-ups at our store 7 days a week.

Holiday Promotion Sign up for a newsletter and coupons on our website!

Artist And Craftsman Supply

Address 2573 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 704-4040

Business Description Employee Owned Art Supply Store with a wide variety of art supplies and creative gifts for Professionals, Students, Kids and all Creative Types.

Holiday Promotion Select Art Sets and Easels at Holiday prices up to 70% off, and a wide variety of gift options at our everyday discounted prices

The Framer’s Workshop

Address 2439 Channing Way,, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 849-4444

Business Description We offer DIY & Custom Framing, Ready-Made frames, photo restoration and printing, arts and crafts gifts, tiles, and prints. (DIY temporarily suspended due to social distancing requirements, but special ready-made frame discounts offered instead).

Holiday Promotion We offer a monthly coupon via our newsletter.

Wendy’s Gnome Shop

Address 1637 Solano Ave, Berkeley CA 94707

Phone (510) 910-3152

Business Description Unique and custom handmade gnomes for your home.

Holiday Promotion “BUILD-A-GNOME” is an in-store feature our customers love!! You design your one-of-a-kind gnome and we build it in minutes! Pick your favorite hat, beard, nose, boots, and embellishments! We’ll assemble on the spot and you leave with a gnome for your home!

Gamelan Sekar Jaya

Address 3023 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley CA 94705

Phone (510) 655-1227

Business Description Gamelan Sekar Jaya (GSJ) is a non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating the arts and culture of Bali, Indonesia and artistic exchange between Bali and the Bay Area. GSJ hosts Balinese master arts for long term residencies, and provides Bay Area audiences with music and dance classes; K-14 and university workshops; and performances by four distinct musical ensembles and a dance troupe.

Holiday Promotion Each year at the Bali Holiday Faire, GSJ welcomes neighbors and friends into our home to enjoy music and dance, shop for handmade gifts, and warm up with delicious Indonesian cuisine. This year, the faire will be online at www.gsj.org/faire, with pre-ordering open from December 1 to December 11, curbside pickup December 12-13, and livestreamed performances on December 12. The faire helps GSJ raise critical funds for the upcoming year.

A1 Photo and Video Lab

Address 1629 University Ave, Berkeley CA

Phone (510) 841-1233

Business Description we offer a wide variety of photo, audio, and video services, as well as electronics repairs. We also offer fingerprinting and notary public services.

Holiday Promotion We are offering a family and friends discount for 20%off scanning photos, slides, negatives, and capturing video for digitization.

SHOH Gallery

Address 700 Gilman Street, Berkeley CA 94710

Phone (510) 504-9988

Business Description An intimate gallery showcasing works by the Bay Area’s talented and diverse fine artists and assisting collectors in finding the perfect pieces for their homes. Located in Berkeley’s lively Gilman District.
The freshest art is locally grown!

Holiday Promotion We offer free and safe delivery anywhere in the Bay Area!
Presently 10% of sales go to Fairfight. Starting in December 10% will go to Climate Reality.

REEM Media LLC

Address ONLINE ONLY, Berkeley CA

Phone (510) 459-4141

Business Description REEM Media LLC is your trusted virtual one-stop-shop for all your media and tech needs. We provide a holistic creative approach for your quintessential digital presence via brand strategy, content creation, and front-end web development. Women of Color owned and operated.

Mrs. Dalloway’s

Address 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley CA 94705

Phone (510) 704-8222

Business Description We are a general bookstore with a great kids department and a specialty section on gardening. We also have a wide array of gift items with a garden and nature theme including: garden tools, vases, gloves, tea towels, napkins, etc.

Hi-Fidelity

Address 2465 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 838-2400

Business Description Cannabis Dispensary - must be 21 & have a valid government issued ID to enter or 18-21 with valid ID & medical ID

Holiday Promotion gift boxes

A Priori

Address 2112B Vine Street, Berkeley CA 94706

Phone (510) 666-1346

Business Description Your destination for modern sustainable products mindfully sourced and beautifully designed. Featuring local Bay Area artists!

Going Places Travel

Address 1677 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley CA 94709

Phone (510) 848-9000

Business Description A full service boutique travel agency in the heart of Berkeley!

Holiday Promotion Give the gift of New Experiences — 5% off Prepaid Travel Certificates through 12/24/2020. We know we will travel again very soon, gift your loved ones with a travel certificate that they can use towards their next vacation. Be a part of their vacation memory and help them create an unforgettable vacation!

Kathmandu Imports

Address 2515 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 677-4922

Business Description Kathmandu Imports is a family-owned mom & pop shop that offers a wide selection of unique handcrafted art, jewelry, music, clothing, tapestries, antiques, home decor, metaphysical crystals, and meditation/healing supplies made in Nepal. Kathmandu strongly supports fair trade ethics & prohibits child labor. As the 1st Nepalese/Tibetan store established in the East Bay, our family is proud to be a part of such a wonderful community where we have an opportunity to showcase our beautiful culture. Come visit both of our locations in Berkeley on Solano Ave. and Telegraph Ave!

Holiday Promotion HOLIDAY SALE @ KATHMANDU IMPORTS! 50-75% OFF SELECTED ITEMS & MORE @ BOTH LOCATIONS!

Revolution Books

Address 2444 Durant Ave., Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 848-1196

Business Description Revolution Books is a place that values critical thinking, the poetic spirit, and the search for the truth. Where you find the revolution to change everything and the work of its leader, Bob Avakian—the architect of a whole new framework for human emancipation, the new communism.

Holiday Promotion We have many new books, journals, and sketchbooks at special holiday prices.

Ecology Center Store

Address 2530 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley CA 94702

Phone (510) 548-3402

Business Description The Ecology Center Store provides products that encourage environmentally and socially responsible lifestyle practices. They stock books, housewares, great green gifts, organic gardening supplies, toys, games, glassware, organic fibers, and much more. Ecology Center Members always get discounts on books and merchandise.

Holiday Promotion Enjoy 3 days of savings at our annual Member’s Sale! From December 11th to the 13th, members get 20% off their entire in-store purchase. Though families may not be able to gather as usual this holiday season, we can still express our love for one another through thoughtful and conscientious gift giving. Shop locally, and know that you are giving sustainably this holiday season!

War Horse Tattoo

Address 2599 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley CA 94705

Phone (510) 649-9447

Business Description Since 2011, War Horse Tattoo has been one of the East Bay’s finest practitioners of quality tattooing, offering custom and classic work in a range of styles. Our artists provide a comfortable professional, and positive experience in a safe environment paying strict adherence to Covid protocols. We offer high quality prints, merchandise, and gift certificates for all of your gift giving needs!