Still checking off your gift-giving list? You can find something for everyone on your list in Downtown Alameda while supporting small businesses and shopping local this holiday season. Here are some suggestions from the Downtown Alameda Business Association [1].
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2022 Alameda Gift Guide
Books Inc. [3] has it all, from mysteries and biographies to children’s books. “The West’s Oldest Independent Bookstore” offers something for every reader on your list. They even offer complimentary gift wrapping in store.
CRAFT Beer & Wine [4] is a small well-curated craft beer, wine and spirits store that focuses on quality and selection. They offer more than 350 craft beers, 400 wines and 375 artisanal spirits.
Daisy’s Mercantile [5]boutique is filled with necessities, frivolities, and embellishments for everyday life. Find gifts for those on your list, from cheese lovers to nature lovers. Selections include baby gifts, stationery, bath and body delights, cooking and entertaining specialties, and jewelry.
Julie’s Coffee & Tea Garden [6] is the perfect place to stop for coffee or tea and do some holiday gift shopping as well. You’ll find organic and wholesome products to nourish body and mind. From beautiful tea pots and coffee cups to yummy treats, Julie’s has you covered.
KARIBU Wine Lounge [7] is the home of Wachira Wines, a black-owned, woman-owned winery and the culmination of the vision and effort of Dr. Chris (Christine) Wachira, the first Kenyan-born, Californian winemaker. KARIBU features an assortment of wines from makers of color, women, and locals.
High Score Arcade [8] offers more than 160 games and is one of the largest privately held arcade collections on the West Coast. A gift card for the $10 admission fee covers and hour of unlimited play and is a perfect stocking stuffer.
Mommy’s Trading Post [9] is owned and operated by two local moms and features beautiful new and second-hand gifts and clothing for moms and kids. They also offer in-store pickup, local delivery and free gift wrap.
Magpie & Thorn [10], located inside the historic Towata Flowers building, offers rare, strange, and unusual plants, along with a large selection of pottery, garments, gifts, unique living arrangements, and interior plant-scaping services. Expect to find the unexpected.
Park Street Wine Cellars [11] is dedicated to the world’s most unique and affordable biodynamic, organic, environmentally sustainable and eco-friendly wines. They’ll be happy to help you select the perfect gift bottle.
Subpar Miniature Golf [12] is back in Alameda and better than ever [13], with 18 landmark holes, plus an arcade, pool tables, laser maze, and a food and drink menu (including wine and beer). Buy your friends and loved ones a round to play this holiday season.
[14]Sumbody & Sumtime Spa [15] offers massage, waxing, facial, and nail care services, and a variety of all-natural skin and body care products. Give the gift of a spa service, or some of their handmade products, like the limited release peppermint twist salt scrub.
Finally, a Visit + Shop Alameda eGift Card [16] is the gift that always fits. It can be used at more than 27 different businesses in Alameda, and the list is growing!
The Downtown Alameda Business Association, formed in 1981, serves as a support network and advocate for businesses operating in the Historic Park Street Business Improvement Area. Visit their website at DowntownAlameda.com [17].