Event hosted by: CREW East Bay
Revitalization Revealed: Exploring Berkeley's Fourth Street and the Future of Spenger's Fish Grotto
Join CREW East Bay, Studio KDA, and Jamestown Development for a walking tour of Berkeley’s vibrant Fourth Street shopping district. Meet at Studio KDA for the scoop before embarking on a guided stroll to explore the block, including the ongoing redevelopment of the historic Spenger’s Fish Grotto.
From its origins as a residential neighborhood to a failed industrial park, to a thriving retail and small-business enclave, this area boasts a fascinating history and continues to evolve. We’ll wrap up with happy hour at Tacubaya on 4th and Delaware.
*Please note this is a walking tour and will require walking several blocks and being on one’s feet for some time. Please contact us if you’d like to attend and need accommodations.
Agenda
4:00 – 4:10p: Meet at Studio KDA (1810 Sixth St)
4:10 – 4:35p: The story of 4th Street / Spenger’s
4:35 – 4:45p: Walk about two blocks to 4th & Hearst
4:45 – 5:15p: Explore the block, discuss redevelopment strategy, Makers’ Row, lessons learned, etc.
5:15 – 5:30p: Tour vacant Spenger’s space, discuss approach & brainstorms
5:30 – 5:40p: Walk to Tacubaya (1782 Fourth St)
5:40 – 6:15p: Happy Hour at Tacubaya
Featured Speakers
Ann Slobod, is the Director of Operations and Business Development at Studio KDA, an Architecture & Interior Design firm in Berkeley, California.
Charles Kahn is the founding principal and CEO of Studio KDA. He focuses the practice on bringing value to clients, connecting people through architectural design, and empowering teams of talented designers and architects.
Registration Options
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