Farmer Joe's & Friends

Oaktoberfest 2011

Corn Dog — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 23:30:27 +0000

Farmer Joe’s is a proud sponsor of Oaktoberfest 2011, October 1, 2011, 11am – 6pm, in the Dimond District of Oakland. For more info, go here.

5th Anniversary Celebration

Corn Dog — Sat, 21 May 2011 06:04:31 +0000

Save the date for Farmer Joe’s Marketplace 5th Anniversary celebration Saturday, June 18, 2011, 1 – 4pm. Fun, Food, and just a rollicking good time.

Darling of the Neighborhood

Corn Dog — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 06:10:15 +0000

I love this mural because it illustrates how two artists, Mandy Lockwood and Debra Koppman, can create not only a great sense of community, but a work of art inspired by the drawings and paintings of Sequoia school kids. All on the Fruitvale Avenue side of Farmer Joe’s building. You can see Mandy and Debra painting most days on the mural, which is entitled “Dimond’s Hidden Jewels.” One of the most striking features of their work, besides the excellent artwork, is the number of people who stop to talk to the two artists. Sometimes, I stand across the street and watch and wonder how the mural progresses because so many people stop to chat with the artists. Mandy and Debra remind us, in their art and their actions, what is so wonderful about the Dimond. They have become goodwill ambassadors for our little area.

The mural still has a bit more to go. Please donate, if you can, to help with completion. Checks can be made out and mailed to:
Sequoia Dad’s Club
3720 Lincoln Avenue
Oakland, CA 94602
Please specify on your check, the funds should be directed to the mural project.

Coffee Bar – New Hours

Corn Dog — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 05:42:22 +0000

Great Pumpkin Contest

Corn Dog — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 05:31:04 +0000

It’s that time of the year again at Farmer Joe’s Marketplace – guess the weight of the Great Pumpkin. The person getting closest to the real weight wins a $50 store gift certificate. Second closest to the actual weight wins $25, and third closest wins $10. The Great Pumpkin is currently sitting by the water machine at the front of the store, with entry blanks waiting for your best guess.

Oaktoberfest 2010

Corn Dog — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 20:47:24 +0000

Farmer Joe’s is a proud sponsor of this year’s Oaktoberfest in the Dimond District. For more information, click here.

Blessing of the Animals

Corn Dog — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 22:52:03 +0000

Fruitvale Presbyterian Church
Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010 11am
2735 MacArthur Blvd.
510.530.0915
Join Fruitvale Presbyterian Church for a special Sunday morning worship, and blessing. Bring your leashed or crated pets with you to church. Worship will be on the patio. All are welcome for worship, a special blessing and liturgy, and to stay for coffee, treats, and fellowship afterward.

District 4, City Council Candidate Forum

Corn Dog — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:42:45 +0000

The League of Women Voters of Oakland is co-sponsoring a public forum for candidates running for the City Council, District 4. This forum is scheduled for Thursday, September 16, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fruitvale Presbyterian Church, 2735 MacArthur Blvd. Any questions about the format of this forum can be directed to the League of Women Voters of Oakland representative Mary Weinstein: 510-238-9240 or lwvocandidateforums@gmail.com

Best Grocery Store in Oakland

Corn Dog — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 02:38:35 +0000

Hell, YES! The tribe has spoken, loud and clear. Farmer Joe’s Marketplace is Oakland Magazine readers’ choice for Best Grocery Store. And I quote…

“When the Berkeley Bowl and Whole Foods get too crowded or expensive but you’re just not ready for mainstream mega chains like Safeway or Lucky, head to the Dimond District for a pleasurable shopping experience at indie grocer Farmer Joe’s. A welcoming selection of garden starts — organic veggies, herbs and flowers — greet shoppers on entering the upscale New Joe’s, which boasts an excellent inventory of locally manufactured products as well as tried-and-true national brands. The produce, fresh and lovely, is cheaper than most, and discerning customers can choose from organic and non-organic versions of many items. The fish-meat-poultry counter is pleasingly stocked and run by superb sales folks. Bulk dry goods occupy a good chunk of space, and the deli counter and bakery are chock full of irresistible, ready-to-eat treats. You’ll be making up items you left off your list so you’ll return here.”

WOO HOO!

Dimond Picnic 2010

Corn Dog — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 18:36:01 +0000

The Dimond picnic is TOMORROW!!!! Join your neighbors for fun and free food, Sunday, July 18, 2010, 11am – 3pm. Performances by Circus Bella.