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Property Location A stay at The Claremont Hotel Club & Spa places you in the heart of Berkeley, convenient to Judah L. Magnes Museum and Berkeley Art Museum. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Memorial Stadium and Berkeley Art Museum. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 131 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Cable programming along with video-game consoles are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as direct-dial phones with free local calls and voice mail. Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, and a health club. This hotel also features wireless Internet access (surcharge), a concierge desk, and supervised childcare/activities. Dining Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar. Dining is also available at a coffee shop/café. At the end of the day, relax with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a business center, audiovisual equipment, and a technology helpdesk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference/meeting rooms, small meeting rooms, and a ballroom. Parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Property Location With a stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Berkeley Marina in Berkeley, you'll be near the bay and minutes from Berkeley Marina and close to University of California - Berkeley. This eco-friendly hotel is within close proximity of Berkeley Community Theater and Berkeley Repertory Theater. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 378 air-conditioned rooms featuring MP3 docking stations and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities Dip into one of the 2 indoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a health club and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and shopping on site. Dining Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). At the end of the day, relax with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a business center, business services, and audiovisual equipment. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a ballroom, banquet facilities, and a meeting/conference room. Free parking is available onsite.

Relax with a glass of wine and a good conversation at Beta Lounge in Berkeley. Sports winos will love Beta Lounge, a local restaurant with fine wine and TVs. Be sure to swing by Beta Lounge for frequent performances from live DJs. If your weekend plans include a trip to the bar, avoid the packs of people by securing a reservation ahead of time. Perfect for an after-work outing, Beta Lounge won't require you to change outfits before dining as the dress here is super casual. At this bar, you can work your arms a little. Pick up the food yourself and carry it out. Beta Lounge's diners can score a street parking spot just a short walk away. For those who travel by bike, Beta Lounge offers bike racks for diners. Deep pockets not required! Beta Lounge takes pride in its over-the-top flavor and just-right prices. If wine is your drink of choice, make your way over to Beta Lounge and browse the extensive wine list.

I love my work as a wedding, event and portrait photographer. The San Francisco Bay Area is my residence of choice, and as a photographer, I find it an ideal creative landscape with its diversity of people, nature and culture. While I do most of my work in the Bay Area, I also travel for destination weddings and events around the United States and internationally. Life cycle events such as weddings and Bar and Bat Mitzvahs hold the most meaning for me. As a photographer, I feed on the energy of an event and dance with it. People are my favorite subject. I am inspired by authentic emotions and profound moments. I work mostly in a photojournalistic style, not interfering with my subjects, allowing me the opportunity to capture people being themselves in real, beautiful and genuine ways.

Vik’s Chaat Corner: A User’s Guide Indian Street Food | Family Recipes | Fresh Every Day | Since 1989 Sample Menu Meat chaat: lamb baida roti, flatbread stuffed with minced lamb Veggie chaat: dahi pakori, dumplings made from lentils, dipped in yogurt, and served with chutney Sweet chaat: kulfi falooda, a saffron-infused ice cream topped with vermicelli, basil seeds, and rose What It’s All About: Chaat literally translates to lick, as in so good you’ll lick your plate clean. All over India, snacks and small plates called chaat are served from street-side carts as quick bites on the go. Typically savory, these snacks include easily portable dishes such as pakoras and samosas. Raves Oakland Magazine’s “favorites include earthy pakoras, crêpe-like dosa masala, or the cinnamon-scented chicken kathi kabab wrapped in a soft paratha.” The New York Times declares, “Vik’s is an institution. . . . By noon, Vik’s is packed with everyone from Indian professionals to dudes with tentacular dreadlocks.” From Diablo Magazine: “A standout among the chaat is the samosa cholle, crisp fried pastries filled with a savory mixture of potatoes, onions, peas, and spices.” Being Green Much of the interior, both in structure and decor, is made from salvaged materials, with woodworking made from reclaimed bleachers. They keep utilities low with energy-efficient lighting, low-water-use landscaping, and water-conserving bathroom fixtures. All serveware can be composted; the kitchen also composts and recycles as much as possible. Inside Tips Menu selections change daily, so call ahead if you’re craving something specific. To bring the flavors home, browse the indian groceries at the market next door. The heat levels on the achaar, or spicy pickle, are pretty intense; rather than biting right into it, rub a bit on the roti to get the flavors. Vocab Lesson Achaar: intensely spicy indian pickle that can be made from a variety of vegetables, such as cauliflower, cucumbers, turnips, and lapsi Pakora: an Indian snack made of chicken, fish, veggies, or paneer, battered in chickpeas or lentils and lightly fried, usually served with chutney.

CitySolve is a unique urban adventure! Where brains beat brawn! Teams of 2-4 people solve clever clues and face fun challenges all while navigating the urban landscape via foot or on public transportation! It's a scavenger hunt, with all the thrills of the amazing race, mixed in with trivial pursuit, throw in a mini road race and add a dash of cat-and-mouse. And voila! You've got CitySolve Urban Race! Online registration ends at 2 pm on Friday, June 21st. Tickets purchased in person are $60 on Friday at packet pick-up and $65 on Saturday. 6/21/2014 Kirkwood Bar and Grill (2934 N Sheffield Avenue Chicago, IL 60657) Kirkwood Bar and Grill, a part of the four corners tavern group, is unique venue that is known as Chicago official hangout for the Indiana Pacers and Nebraska football. A perfect place for any activity, race or team building event because of the warm Chicago atmosphere that allow patrons, participants, groups and teams bond. Start and Finish:Kirkwood Bar and Grill 2934 N Sheffield Saturday morning check in is from 10-11:00 AM. The Race starts at 11:30 AM Sharp!!! Packet Pick-up: Sports Authority 620 N La Salle StChicago, IL 60657 Friday 5-7PM Benefiting:One Brick Sounds great, what should I bring? 1. Digital camera or camera phone 2. Pen or pencil (we commend a pen) 3. Comfortable clothes and sneakers 4. Money (about $ 5-8/per person: this will cover any incidentals along the way e.g., water, lightsnack; your team might have to buy something during the Adventure – nothing over $3) 5. Water (bring it or buy it during the race) You can win even if you don't finish first... CitySolve Urban Race will have 3 contests: Best Costume Best Tweet (creative/funniest) Facebook Raffle So wear your Sunday's best, or not! And get those creative juices flowing 'cause you might take home a $50 gift card to your favorite restaurant/retail store! Have you heard? CitySolve does Team Building! Experience Chicago team building for your company retreat of to increase your organizations team-work through the eyes of a tourist, while bonding with co-workers as you travel through the streets of the windy city in our Chicago amazing race type team building adventure events. Team building in Chicago is an experience where you learn about yourself and those around you. Use your brain to solve problems and your resourcefulness to complete Chicago based challenges. With us your event is more than just a Chicago scavenger hunt, it challenges your employees to recap what they’ve learned afterwards as well. CitySolve Team Building is an amazing race that compels you to do more and we host events all over the world from Chicago to New York to Los Angeles to Japan. Contact Us At 800-277-1552 FOR MORE INFO: www.citysolveteambuilding.com