Photo: TJ Gehling The 2012 Solano Stroll was better than ever, if that’s possible, with enthusiastic crowds congregating on the north Berkeley avenue for a feast of entertainment, food, and encounters with acquaintances and old friends. Thanks to all of you who stopped by to say hello at the Berkeleyside booth. It was good to see you. […]
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Solano Stroll takes to the street on Sunday in 38th year
This year’s Solano Stroll takes place on Sunday Sept. 9, 10am-6pm and the theme is “Step Into the Future” This year’s Solano Stroll takes place on Sunday Sept. 9, 10am-6pm and the theme is “Step Into the Future” Berkeley wouldn’t be Berkeley without the Solano Stroll, the city’s annual 26-block street fair that draws people […]
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Berkeley street style: Gray days indeed
Megan of north Berkeley at Monterey Market. All photos: Dana Smith The first (and only) time I visited Ireland, I was 21 and in the middle of my art history studies. Upon stepping off the ferry from France I exclaimed, “I love the juxtaposition of green against the gray sky!” Spoken like a true art […]
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Photo Essay: Community spirit and fun at the Solano Stroll
Cheerleaders at the 2011 Solano Stroll. Photo: Nancy Rubin The mood was mellow as well as celebratory at the 2011 Solano Stroll, as the community came out to enjoy themselves while at the same time remembering the events of 10 years ago on 9/11. Captured here, by citizen reporters Nancy Rubin and Bill Chapman, are […]
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Reminder: Stop by to say hello at the Solano Stroll
Crowds fill the street during last year's Solano Stroll. Photo: Alan Tobey If you’re planning to come to the Solano Stroll on Sunday (and if you’re not, think again), stop by the Berkeleyside booth to say hello, give us ideas for how we can improve what we do, and to take a spin with our […]
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The Solano Stroll: A Berkeley fixture on day to remember
The Solano Stroll barely needs any introduction. A mile-long block party that has been held annually since 1974, the Stroll is easily the East Bay’s largest festival. The organizers expect a turn-out of 250,000 this year, but don’t let that put you off. There are 26 blocks to stroll, a parade to watch, and a plethora of […]
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Out for a Stroll, with thousands of others
Thousands made their way down Solano for the annual Stroll Sunday. Photo: Alan Tobey. Thousands of Berkeleyans and other East Bayers turned out for a parade and a near-endless variety of music, entertainers, cause-related stalls and food at the 36th annual Solano Stroll yesterday. The stroll kicked off with a parade, which meandered out of […]
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The Solano Stroll: 36 years on and bigger than ever
El Cerrito Pre-School Cooperative parade at Solano Stroll 2009. Photo: Alan Stross. It’s the East Bay’s largest street festival and it’s been going since 1974. This weekend sees the return of the Solano Stroll, a family-friendly celebration which includes everything from the actual stroll — a parade featuring more than 100 participating groups — entertainers, […]
