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Berkeley Humane & Thrift Shop

Address 1120 Solano Ave, Berkeley CA 94706

Phone (510) 845-7735

Business Description Are you looking for an amazing deal and want to save the lives of shelter animals? Then this is the booth for you! Berkeley Humane’s Thrift Shop is a boutique-style shopping experience featuring curated treasures including stunning one-of-a-kind jewelry and other unique items. This is the place to treat yourself or buy a special present for someone, all while doing good in our community.

Holiday Promotion This year, your holiday shopping can save lives! Berkeley Humane’s newly opened thrift shop features a carefully curated collection of vintage clothing, home décor, framed artwork, jewelry, and more. You never know what treasures you will find, and 100% of proceeds benefit shelter animals through our Hope Medical Fund!

Or you can skip the physical gift and honor your loved one with a donation to Berkeley Humane!

Berkeley Symphony

Address 1942 University Ave. Suite 104, Berkeley CA 94704

Phone (510) 841-2800

Business Description Recognized nationally for its innovative programming, Berkeley Symphony has established a reputation for presenting major new works for orchestra alongside fresh interpretations of classic repertoire. Our milestone 50th year marked a return to joy— now, as we embark on our next chapter, we invite you to experience orchestra music in a variety of genres for the 22/23 Season: Find Your Frequency. 

The season features 8 extraordinary concerts—three concerts in the Symphonic Series and five in the Chamber Series.

Holiday Promotion Flex Pass
New this season — choose your own journey! Purchase a Berkeley Symphony Flex Pass and redeem for Symphonic and/or Chamber concert tickets at the subscription price, a savings of up to 20% per ticket! Buy in multiples of $100 to create the season that works for you.

Gift Certificates
Available in increments of $10

Dorothy Day House

Address PO Box 12701, Berkeley CA 94712

Phone (510) 705-1325

Business Description Dorothy Day House Berkeley’s mission is to provide a caring presence, sustenance, and shelter to those in-need among us.

Many Bay Area cities currently offer little to no services for the unhoused, Dorothy Day House Berkeley (DDHB) was founded in 1992 to help fill this gap by providing free community meals to
these vulnerable and marginalized populations. More than 30 years later DDHB continues to provide free daily meals to the low income and unhoused, and offers a wide array of additional services to assist people on their journey back to stability.

Holiday Promotion In the upcoming weeks and months we plan on continuing the expansion of our workforce development and outreach efforts. It is our hope that through these programs, and initiatives, we can introduce our services to more people and be a model of love and compassion for others to follow.

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 and sustainable gift giving. We stock books, housewares, green gifts, organic gardening supplies, toys, games, recycled paper products and glassware, organic fibers, and much more. We have carefully considered the quality, sustainability, and origins of the products we carry in our store. When you shop locally, you support the local economy that enriches our local communities. We’re here to affirm that you can shop and honor sustainability at the same time.

Jiminy’s

Address ONLINE, Berkeley CA

Business Description Jiminy’s makes dog food & treats that are delicious, nutritious, humane and truly sustainable. What makes these products sustainable? They’re made with cricket protein! Choose Jiminy’s for a happy pet and a healthy planet.

Holiday Promotion Use code BERK20 for 20% off all purchases on Jiminys.com through Dec 31st!

Re-Up Refill Shop

Address 6025 College Ave, Oakland, Berkeley CA 94618

Phone (510) 415-0956

Business Description The Re-Up Refill Shop offers a range of ecological bath, body, cooking, food, kitchen, and cleaning products in refillable containers, reducing waste from single-use plastics. Start refilling… the planet needs us :) This holiday, give the gift without the waste!

Holiday Promotion We offer discounted low waste bundles that are perfect for the holidays and a great way to nudge a friend or family member in the plastic free direction.

WorkBistro, Inc.

Address 2043 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley CA 94702

Business Description WorkBistro is the perfect holiday gift to elevate your loved one’s remote work experience.

Holiday Promotion *A one month coworking membership for $49.99 (Usually $99) - activates whenever you want
*10% off event rentals when booked before 12/31
*10% off business consulting services - Packages start at $99
*One month of Yoga classes for $10 (Usually $50)

Visit Berkeley

Address 2030 Addison St. Suite 102, Berkeley CA 94704

Business Description Give the Gift of a Berkeley Bucks eGift Card this Holiday Season, and beyond! With over 80 Berkeley Based merchants accepting the Gift Card, Berkeley Bucks is the easiest way to keep cash in the community. With the current BOGO Offer, purchase a $100 or more Gift Card and receive a Bonus $25 Gift Card!

Holiday Promotion Buy Berkeley Bucks today at www.BerkeleyBucks.com or at the Holiday Gift Fair on December 9th. Free “I Heart Berkeley” Face Mask with Gift Card purchases over $50 at Holiday Gift Fair (while supplies last)!