Although September is here, summer is still well underway in the East Bay, and Oakland’s waterfront at Jack London Square is the perfect paradise for both food and leisure.
Published: September, 2011
Although September is here, summer is still well underway in the East Bay, and Oakland’s waterfront at Jack London Square is the perfect paradise for both food and leisure. On any night of the week at Jack London Square, you can sample from among Oakland’s premier restaurants, including Bocanova, Cocina Poblana, Hahn’s Hibachi, Il Pescatore, Kincaid’s Bay House, Miss Pearl’s Jam House, Scott’s Seafood Restaurant and Yoshi’s Oakland.
Warm East Bay evenings offer the perfect backdrop to enjoy more of Jack London Square’s ongoing special epicurean offerings and events. Every Monday, kicking off at 6 p.m., Bocanova restaurant plays blues, rock, soul and R&B to start the week off on the right note. You’ll also find live music every Friday and Saturday starting at 7:30 p.m at Miss Pearl’s Jam House. To celebrate hump day, Bocanova also hosts Wine Down Wednesdays offering 50 percent off all bottles of wine, all day. For a slice of Oakland history, don’t forget to stop into Heingold’s First and Last Chance for refreshing libations any day of the week.
The weekends at Jack London Square present an array of epicurean delights. Rain or shine, stock up on the best of local produce and artisan products each Sunday morning at the Jack London Square Farmers’ Market—one of the largest in the region. You’ll find fresh produce, specialty olive oils, fresh herbs, homemade pastas, locally caught seafood and much more. Enjoy cooking demonstrations, music, kid’s activities and free yoga! New to the market—you can now park your bike for free with bike valet parking provided by Bay Area Bikes and Rentals.
The appeal of Jack London Square extends beyond the culinary adventures. Enjoy expansive lawns, picturesque piers and sun-drenched walking paths. Watch the sun set and the moon rise while paddling on the scenic Bay during Moonlight Kayaking on September 10. The Fall Boat Show, taking place at Jack London Square September 14 through 18, is a must-attend event for the true boating enthusiast.
Movie lovers have one more month to enjoy Jack London Square’s popular Waterfront Flicks program, with movies offered on the market lawn every other Thursday. Special September features: No Reservations on September 15 and Chocolat on September 29.
For those looking to add a little fitness to the agenda, Fit Rave—a cross training and social adventure—is back by popular demand on Saturday, September 17 from 2-5 p.m. For more information on any of these events or offerings, check out www.JackLondonSquare.com and be sure to follow Jack London Square on Facebook (Jack London Square) and on Twitter at @JackLondonSq
