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Set on sparkling San Francisco Bay, Berkeley (pronounced BURK-lee) will surprise those who recall it as the counter-culture center of the 1960s. Free Speech and flower power are forever in the city "DNA," but Berkeley has evolved into a culinary and cultural travel destination. You'll still see more tie-dye per capita in Berkeley, but a deeper look reveals a dynamic East Bay city filled with superb theaters, restaurants, and shops. Berkeley's progressive, free-thinking environment has seen the birth of quality attractions, great food from many cultures, and of course the internationally renowned University of California, Berkeley. For a city of just over 100,000 people—barely a medium-sized

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    Amoeba Music

    Large selection of music from a long list of genres, Whole section of movies and TV shows on DVD and Blu-Ray. Trade counter closes at 8PM.

    Wed-Sun 11AM-7PM

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    Berkeley Bowl Marketplace

    Good place for fresh fruits and vegetables. Deli with hot bar for take-out food ($10–12 for a salad or sandwich). Vegan options. A second store is about 1.5 mi to the west, at 920 Heinz Ave.

    Mon–Sat 9AM–8PM, Sun 10AM–7PM

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    Berkeley Hat

    A wide variety of normal and eclectic hats. Online ordering and shipping available through Yahoo Live Store.

    Tue-Sat 10:30AM-6PM, Sun noon-4PM

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    Bombay Music

    This is one of the best Bollywood and Indian music stores in the bay area. You can find Indian classical music CDs to Bollywood latest DVDs and CDs. Prices are discounted. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly.

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    East Bay Vivarium

    One of the best reptile specialty stores in the nation. Also has a large selection of amphibians and invertebrates. Staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Reptile boarding services available.

    Mon-Fri 11AM-7PM, Sat Sun 11AM-6PM

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    Games of Berkeley

    A quirky game shop that is worth checking out for its eclectic selection of board games, kites, puzzles, figurines, and trading card games. The staff is distinctively "Berkeley": approachable and enthusiastic in a somewhat funky way.

    Mon Wed-Sat noon-9PM, Sun noon-7PM

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    Moe's Books

    A four-story new and used bookstore, with an antiquarian room, and a large selection of remainders. They sometimes have in-store readings. One of the premier used bookstores in the Bay Area, and California.

    Daily 11AM-7PM

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    Pegasus Books

    Smaller than Half Price or Moe's, Pegasus still offers a good selection of new and used books, and schedules literary events at their Downtown and Solano Ave. locations. Large selection of left-wing and alternative literature, as well as good local guidebooks with a focus on the outdoors.

    Mon-Sat 10AM-6:30PM, Sun 10AM-5PM

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    Rasputin Music

    First of a well-known independent music store chain with large selections of used music, DVDs and LPs.

    Thu-Sat 11AM-6:30PM, Sun noon-6:30PM

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    Reuse Arts & Crafts

    Charmingly disorganized thrift shop selling all kinds of random things, with a focus on art supplies. Run by a friendly woman who also made the art pieces scattered around the place.

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    The Filling Station

    Reusable and zero-waste household products, as well as refills of various kitchen and bathroom essentials. You might find something useful to bring home, and even if not, it's an establishment that really captures a certain Berkeley ethos.

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    Berkeley Farmers' Markets

    Excellent produce markets that also feature certain prepared foods, cheeses, oils, and performers and booths by many local organizations.

    Downtown: Center St and MLK Sat 10AM-3PM; North: Shattuck Ave and Rose St Thu 3-7PM; South: Adeline St and 63rd St Tue 2-6:30PM

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    Solano Avenue

    Albany and North Berkeley (between The Alameda and San Pablo Ave). More interesting stores and restaurants.