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Jimmy C.
Hometown:
San Leandro, CA, 94578
Insider ExpertRank: 2,978
First Reviews: 32
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Mcafee Coliseum
As a huge fan of the Oakland A's, I frequent the MacAfee Coliseum (which has been subject to many name changes over the years) to attend their home games. I like that there's a really convenient way of getting there: by BART. The BART station actually is connected to the Coliseum via a elevated walkway leading to the entrance of the stadium. It's fun, it's convenient, and best yet, the ticket prices are really cheap. This stadium used to be only for baseball, but a few years ago it was converted into a baseball/football stadium, which explains why there's a monstrous, multi-deck seating area behind the outfield bleachers.
Greek Theater
I like attending the Greek Theater for concerts because it has a unique feel to it. This amphitheatre is modeled after the open-air stone theaters in ancient Greece, and provides a unique setting for all types of live shows throughout the year, in dance, music, or theater. I find that the ticket prices for music concerts to be a bit expensive here however, usually upwards of $40 or even $50 for a show. But the crowds are usually energetic, and the acoustics are great.
Basic Brown Bear Factory
I went to the Teddy Bear Factory as a kid, when our summer camp took us there one afternoon. I thought it was a fun experience, seeing how teddy bears are made and even getting to stuff one and bring it home. This factory has since been relocated (to another building in San Francisco) and renamed the Basic Brown Bear Factory, but the experience is the same. If you're going there with your family, the tour is free, and for large groups you can arrange for a special tour for $12, which covers the assembly line tour and your very own teddy bear, which you stuff yourself.
Crazy Charlie's Fuel and Propane
Whenever I feel like getting cheap gasoline for my car, I visit Crazy Charlies Fuel and Propane in San Leandro. I mean, really cheap gas.... I didnt think you have find quality (I read in a local newspaper that they purchase gas from one of the major petroleum companies) unleaded gas anywhere in California for just $2.29 a gallon nowadays, but sure enough you can get it here.
Childrens Fairyland
I used to go to Childrens Fairyland a lot as a kid. Basically, Fairyland is a fairly tale-themed amusement park that features famous characters in childrens literature like Alice in Wonderland. There are some interesting rides, and the park holds various events throughout the year, like storytime and puppet shows. The park itself is quite old, but I think it provides a unique, slightly eerie experience that suits the fairytales (which Ive always found quite eerie) it portrays quite well.
Fan Horng MD
I would recommend Dr. Horng Fan because he's a physician who takes his time with his patients and actually listens to them unlike some doctors I have gone to. I find that some physicians look for every opportunity to charge you for something, but this is something Dr. Fan does not do. For the last few years I have visited his office for minor ailments, physicals, etc., and I've always been more than happy with his treatments and prescriptions.
Bladium Sports Club
Bladium Sports & Fitness Club is simply a sport lover's dream. You will find everything from a soccer field, batting cages, and roller hockey rinks to volleyball courts, basketball courts, and wall climbing in this large indoor facility. Or if youre looking to relax and have a good time watching other people play sports, theres also a sports bar within the premises.
Cheung Kam Y MD
Dr. Kam Cheung used to be my primary care physician, but I don't go to his office anymore because he seemed to lack patience at times for understanding a patient's ailments. I went there a few years ago to have him diagnose my minor ailment I had, and I had a little trouble explaining it to him because it was a bit complicated. He started to lose his patience and show his frustration towards me because he didn't think I really had a problem at all. That's when I decided that I would rather go to another physician.
Manor Bowl
Manor Bowl isnt really a great deal when it comes to bowling a couple games, because its generally $4.00 a game, which is not cheap. Shoes would cost another $3.00. The place is also poorly lit, so there are better places to bowl. They do offer unlimited bowling nights during the week, so make sure to go during those nights. I hear they have been renovating the place, so maybe theyve made some major improvements since the last time I went.
Dynamite Cheese Steak
If youre in the mood for a delicious cheese steak sandwich, be sure to try Dynamite Cheese Steak. This small sandwich joint, located on Park St. in Alameda (not in Emeryville, as stated) serves different kinds of cheese steak sandwiches (like the peppers and steak sandwich I got when I went there) in a tight, cozy environment. Theyre open on Sundays, which is always nice.