"At 16 months old, Callie has been on quite a journey with FAAS! Whether she’s meeting a new person or a new dog, her first instinct is a wagging tail and a happy, open-mouthed grin... She’s looking for a person who views her energy as an enthusiastic companion rather than a chore." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/callie-bundle-fun/
#AdoptableDogs #AdoptablePets #alameda #faas #FriendsOfTheAlamedaAnimalShelter #PetOfTheWeek
On Friday, the AUSD announced it has reached tentative agreements with the AEA following three negotiation sessions with a mediator. AEA members will see a 10% salary increase over three years with a 2% bonus, plus increased health benefits. https://alamedapost.com/news/ausd-and-aea-sign-tentative-agreements-avert-strike/
#alameda #AlamedaEducationAssociation #ausd #AusdBoard #PasqualeScuderi #RyanLaLonde
AUSD schools are celebrating Black History Month with a variety of activities, including author visits, research into famous Black artists, scientists, and politicians, and visits from prominent Black artists and professionals. Senior Manager of Community Affairs Susan Davis shares the festivities. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/ausd-celebrates-black-history-month/
#alameda #AlamedaHighSchool #AlamedaScienceAndTechnologyInstitute #ausd #BlackHistoryMonth #FrankOtisElementarySchool #LincolnMiddleSchool
On February 17, City Council will review public safety data, including increased police use-of-force incidents, rising traffic stops, and staffing challenges. Council will also review key homelessness service agreements. Karin K. Jensen shares how to get involved. https://alamedapost.com/news/february-17-city-council-preview/
In this week's Letters to the Editor, Arthur Lenhardt writes, "Dog owners, this is for you. Dog pee kills plants. Dog pee has wiped out the entire hedge row in front of my house." https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-editor-february-13-2026/
Jeff Smith's Math Puzzle for February 13, 2026 - ‘Love may make the world go around, but oil lubricates the axle.’ https://alamedapost.com/features/puzzles/math-puzzle-february-13-2026/
In Episode 191, Scott Piehler's topics include: Aussie Socceroos in Alameda. No Teslas for APD. City Council preview. Oakland-Alameda Access Project gets a little easier. Former Rear Commodore of the Ballena Bay Yacht Club charged. AFD, APD and Animal Control keep busy. Winter birds. And lots to do this Valentine’s Day Weekend. https://alamedapost.com/features/podcast/alameda-postcast-for-02-13-2026/
Commisioner Burney (I can see the name tag!) asking what the difference is between high and medium priority.
A: A low priority wouldn't be worked on at all. [Dang, what was listed as low???]
he'd be happy to move it to a high ranking.
Soil management plan now covers the whole of Jean Sweeny Park. (DTSC)
It handcuffed them somewhat.
Oooo that's why they took out the bike jumps. Not safe to dig in the dirt.
He says everything is getting worked on, high and medium.
Q: what's the relationship between the aquatic center building and the garden funding? They have been separated to preserve garden funding. Coming out of the unallocated park funds.
Q: do trails have to be done first?
garden builds off it (is that a yes?)
@BikeWalkAlameda gives the first public comment, thanking them for getting the work done.
Then we've got a bunch (we're on #4 so far) of speakers in favor of the Jean Sweeny community garden. I wonder how much of the issue is from the soil contamination.
Usually the agendas on https://alameda.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx are pretty good. But the zoom link for the Park & Rec meeting is invalid, as is the meeting ID if you try to call in.
Ugh.
Congresswoman Lateefah Simon has secured $11.2 million in federal funding for 15 different community projects in the East Bay, including the Lincoln Avenue/Marshall Way/Pacific Avenue Corridor Improvement Project in Alameda, which is set to receive $850,000. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-over-11m-community-project-funding/
#alameda #grant #LateefahSimon #LincolnMarshallPacificCorridor #MarilynEzzyAshcraft
Samuel Brannan was California's first millionaire, but he died without enough funds to pay for his own funeral. Steve Gorman travels to Brannan's upscale hot springs resort in Calistoga and explores the rich history of some of Napa Valley's early settlers. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/todays-sarafornia-treasure-calistoga-part-1/
You don’t have to scramble for a last-minute dinner reservation in order to celebrate Valentine’s Day this weekend. Paint a masterpiece, kayak together, shop local, catch a show, visit an art gallery, and dance the night away to a live swing band aboard the USS Hornet! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-valentines-day-date-ideas/
#alameda #AlamedaComedyClub #art #concert #DanceClasses #dancing #FamilyFriendlyEvents #FrankBetteCenterForTheArts #kayaking #painting #RhythmixCulturalWorks #UssHornet
Take a road safety pop quiz in this installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/two-birds-02-12-2026/
Alameda County supervisors delayed a vote to extend the sheriff’s contract with Flock Safety, citing concerns about data sharing and immigration enforcement.
The county already runs 100+ ALPR cameras, pan-tilt-zoom surveillance, and Flock’s drone system.
https://oaklandside.org/2026/02/11/flock-contract-alameda-county-ice-federal/
Potatoes can grow year-round in Alameda, but the best time to plant them is in February and March. Margie Siegal shares how to grow the humble—and delicious—tubers. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/grow-potatoes/
Scott Cordle of Mosley’s Café and local stylist Tiffany Southwick shared a vision: a place where beautiful, thoughtfully curated goods could coexist with gatherings, music, markets, and community. Two Marys' Mercantile was born, and they're throwing a one year anniversary party on Valentine's Day! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/two-marys-mercantile-turns-one/
In December, teams of birders spread across Alameda and Bay Farm Island to collect data for the Christmas Bird Count, a citizen science project that has been going strong since 1900. Doug Henderson and Rusty Scalf share the experience and their findings. Photo by Rick Lewis. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/alamedas-2025-christmas-bird-count/
#alameda #BayFarmIsland #birding #birds #birdwatching #FriendsOfTheAlamedaWildlifeReserve #GoldenGateBirdAlliance
