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I will be attending Friday's CHVRCHES show at the Greek Theatre in Berkeley (YAY) and have questions about parking and dinner/drinks. [more inside]
posted by sacrifix around Berkeley, CA at 9:34 AM - 5 answers

What's the best way for a novice to buy a reliable mid-2000s car in the Bay Area? What makes/models/dealers/websites do you recommend? [more inside]
posted by andromache around Berkeley, CA at 5:44 PM - 27 answers

I'm traveling for work to Berkeley/Berkeley Marina (staying at the Doubletree) this week and will have 3 late afternoons/nights to myself this coming Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. I'm leaving Sunday morning. On Thursday I arrive at the SFO airport before 1 pm so I've got the whole day after that. Friday I will be in UC Berkeley until 5pm so I'd like to check that area out while I'm up there. Saturday I'll be staying at the marina and free after 5pm. [more inside]
posted by lafemma around Berkeley, CA at 8:07 AM - 16 answers

What's a cool bar in Berkeley that a wedding crowd can go to after we get kicked out of the reception venue at 10:30pm this Sunday? [more inside]
posted by lovableiago around Berkeley, CA at 9:13 AM - 9 answers

I need my car's brakes looked at. Where should I have this done, and should I expect to pay for it? How much? [more inside]
posted by needs more cowbell around Berkeley, CA at 1:19 PM - 15 answers

Where should two friends meet in Berkeley California this Saturday? Both are driving, only one has GPS but the other is kinda familiar with Berkeley. [more inside]
posted by Rash around Berkeley, CA at 7:53 AM - 9 answers

Need Help planning a Berkeley CA/East Bay Staycation with my wife. [more inside]
posted by bitdamaged around Berkeley, CA at 10:11 AM - 26 answers

Best coffee shop in Berkeley, CA? [more inside]
posted by letahl around Berkeley, CA at 7:56 AM - 15 answers

BayAreaFilter: Where can I get the cheapest alignment in Berkeley/Oakland or Mountain View, CA? [more inside]
posted by desl around Berkeley, CA at 2:06 PM - 1 answer

Bay Area Mefites, do you know of a Berkeley (or nearby) car mechanic who could inspect a used car for me tomorrow (Saturday)? [more inside]
posted by unclezeb around Berkeley, CA at 7:08 PM - 8 answers

Due to a series of unfortunate events, I left a bicycle locked up in Berkeley before I left California. What now? [more inside]
posted by acidic around Berkeley, CA at 10:17 AM - 10 answers

Going to Daft Punk tonight at Berkeley's Greek Theatre, and was wondering about parking and photography. [more inside]
posted by hobbes around Berkeley, CA at 12:34 PM - 5 answers

I live in Berkeley, CA and need to rent a commute car (to Palo Alto) only for about three months because we will be moving to Austin, TX in June. My searching has proved somewhat fruitless. What are the options for long term rental/short term lease? Or do you have a better idea? See everything I have already tried inside. [more inside]
posted by JLobster around Berkeley, CA at 11:31 AM - 10 answers

I need a recommendation for a reliable cab company to take me from Berkeley to Oakland Airport. I do not want to use Super Shuttle or BayPorter because they make stops and pick up other people. I am traveling very early in the morning and would rather spend a few extra dollars on a cab. Suggestions?
posted by sara558 around Berkeley, CA at 1:28 PM - 5 answers

Is there a good spot to leave luggage in Berkeley for a few hours? [more inside]
posted by mpemulis around Berkeley, CA at 6:45 PM - 3 answers

I just found out that I don't need to show up at work for almost all of next week - giving me a totally unexpected 6-day vacation. How should I best amuse myself? I'm in Berkeley, car-less, and am not very familiar with the area.
posted by kickingtheground around Berkeley, CA at 5:42 PM - 19 answers

What to do while visiting Berkeley CA this Saturday night? [more inside]
posted by mcstayinskool around Berkeley, CA at 11:50 AM - 14 answers