Quality Caregivers
House Cleaner
Creative Paint
Rene's Hauling
Grocery Shopping & Delivery
Home Swap Wanted
Acupuncture School Needs Volunteers |
Dog Walking and Pet Sitting. |
LOST - Young male tabby cat . Went missing on 9/28. Responds to the name "Ari." |
Are you concerned about the safety and health of your family? |
Message Therapist |  Experienced Babysitter |
PC & Network Solutions |
Translation Services |  Spanish Lessons | 
Guest Accommodations in a beautiful private home | 
Big Island Vacation Beach House,South Kohala Coast |  Concrete & Landscaping Services |  Fine Furniture |  Cooking for Health |  The House Organizer
Errand Runner |  Computer Courage |  Voice Lessons
Piano Lessons |  Papillon Home |  RabbitEARS |  Time Masters
Natural Light Photography |  Interior Design
Photographic Services |  College Essay Help
House Cleaners |  Experienced Academic Tutor
Flute & Recorder Lessons
Household/Personal Organizer
Computer Help  |  Voice Lessons
House Cleaner |  Professional Tree Care
Landscaping & More |  Hauling
Room for Rent |  Preschool Teacher Needed
Office Furniture |  Cello Lessons
Pet Care: walks / sitting |  Residential Elderly Care
Animal Care |  Estate Services
Stamps & Covers |  Vacation House

Quality Caregivers Professional HealthCare at Home, serving the Bay Area for 25+ years. Assistance with bathing, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation to appointments and errands, medication reminders, laundry, and respite care. Caregivers are thoroughly screened and trained. We are insured, bonded, and committed to abide by all applicable federal and state laws. Please call 1-800-654-5677. 14-MAY-08

House Cleaner Spring has sprung and it's time to get the house in shape! Need someone to clean those neglected areas like behind the refrigerator or on top of cabinets? Or looking to touch up your interior space with new coats of paint? Local Kensington college student looking to do the job! Contact Lindsey Rubendall at 510-527-9973 7-MAY-08

Decorative Painting Creative Paint Finishes has served the Bay area since 1988 offering a full range of decorative paint finishes like wall glazing, venetian plasters, murals and trompe l’oeils to cabinet and furniture finishes. Color consultations are also available. Call me for free estimates or if you have questions. Please visit www.creativepaintfinishes.com to see samples of various projects. Please call Molly @ 415-673-3021 or email at molly@creativepaintfinishes.com. 1-MAY-08

Rene's Hauling Our Family does Hauling. Trash Patrol.com- Your local, family-owned alternative for all of your hauling and yard work needs. Free estimates. Friendly Service. Just dial 510-HAULING or 510 367 5695. 2-APR-08

Grocery Shopping & Delivery/Meal Planning/Kitchen Set Up Will go to your favorite market/s. Extensive experience with local gourmet, international and organic/sustainable foods. Menu planning and kitchen set-up/organizing also available. Serving Berkeley, Kensington, Albany and El Cerrito. (510) 725-5117 1-APR-08

Home Swap Wanted We are looking to swap our 3++bd/3ba fabulous north berkeley home for something similar in kensington. maybe an older couple who wants to be closer to the monterey market or a family w/teenagers who want to be in berkeley high school zone. we want to do this so our son can go to hilltop school...but we don't want to sell our home and buy anew. 25-MAR-08

Acupuncture School The AIMC Berkeley School of Acupuncture offers a balance between affordability and attentive quality. Visit us at Shattuck and Blake and schedule an appointment. Our services include: one on one setting with student practitioners; complete supervision from professional acupuncturists; about 1 1/2 hours of attentive care, each time for only $26; herbs in all forms (powder, pill and raw) at very reasonable rates. Best of all, you get taken care of while offering future experts of healthcare the ability to learn and apply their skill. Please contact Benjamin Arnold at arny.pie@gmail.com . 16-NOV-07

Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Dog Walking and Pet Sitting. Loving, professional dog walking & vacation pet sitting by Safe Hands Pet Care. We make pets smile! Local, well established, caring, reliable & great references. We are Bonded, Insured, and Licensed. Please call 528-7870 or visit us at www.safehandspetcare.com Email beth@safehandspetcare.com 3-NOV-07

LOST Young male tabby cat" Young male tabby cat with orange tiger-striped belled collar and formidable yowl. Went missing on 9/28. Responds to the name "Ari." Energetic and affectionate. Has embedded Berkeley Humane Society I.D. chip. We miss him terribly! Please call 524-4340 if you've seen him. Thanks much, 12-OCT-07

Are you concerned about the safety and health of your family? Learn the truth about the harmful toxins in your home and where to find a non-toxic alternative with a satisfaction guarantee or your money back. Make a residual income sharing that information with others. No selling, No delivering, No inventory. FREE training. For more information: http://katies.stayinhomeandlovinit.com 11-SEP-07

Message Therapist Wendy Hurley, licensed Massage Therapist, specializing in The Hendrickson Method, Sports and Orthopedic Manual Therapy. Studied at the Acupressure Institute in Berkeley and experienced in Shiatsu, Tui Na and Therapeutic Massage. Currently focusing on a clientele base in Kensington and the Berkeley Hills area and often work with Kensington Physical Therapy. Call (925)330-8165 or www.BuddyWorker.com 31-JUL-07

Experienced Babysitter Available for Summer and academic breaks.. Honor student at small Boston College seeks summer child care job. Experienced, references. Lifetime local resident. Chelsea 510-524-5557 [h] • 781-684-6644 [m] 29-MAY-07

PC & Network Services Solutions to PC, Internet, WiFi Network problems. Annual Maintenance Contracts for your PC's. Upgrades & Custom Built PC's with 5 years warranty Rishi Mehta, (510) 868 9204 27-MAY-07

Translation Services Translation services for businesses and individuals with English as source and target language from or to Arabic, French, Spanish and Portuguese. Writing and proofreading, press releases and conference services in the above mentioned language. Reasonable rates. Also looking for certified freelance translators to join us. IBTranslateit & Mediashare, Email ibtranslateit@aol.com, or call 510-799-6775 08-MAY-07

Spanish Teacher Are you a Kensington (or nearby) resident interested in learning or improving your Spanish? Is your schedule incompatible with traditional language courses? Would you like to learn Spanish in an interactive way without formal exams? Would you like your children to be tutored by a native Spanish speaker? I'm a certified Spanish teacher with more than 6 years of experience teaching students of all ages and abilities. Email kensingtonspanish@gmail.com . 19-APR-07

Guest Accommodations in a beautiful private home Guest Accommodations The North Berkeley Hills Homestay offers peaceful accommodations in a beautiful private home two blocks from the Kensington shops; guests are welcome to use the kitchen for light meal prep. Sleeps 1-4 in two rooms; entire house available from time to time. 3 nights to 3 weeks. No smoking, pets, or cable. Terry, 910.0086. See our pictures at www.geocities.com/hillshomestay/photos 17-APR-07

Big Island Vacation Beach House,South Kohala Coast Spectacular Ocean and Crater Views on prestigious Kamehame Ridge in the quite residential community of Hawaii Kai, Oahu. Numerous outdoor activities and 3 shopping centers within 5 minutes drive. 20 minutes from Waikiki. Comfortable air-conditioned house with large lanai and yard. Sleeps 5-8. See our website at www.vrbo.com/91316 24-MAR-07

Concrete & Landscaping Services Quality Services - Concrete & Landscaping. Our services include: Drive/Walk Ways, Stamped & Colored Concrete, Brick & Stone Masonry, Retaining Walls, Fences and Patio's, Sod and Sprinkler systems, General Yard Clean-Up, Handiman, No job is be too BIG or small! Call (925)639-0204. 24-MAR-07

Fine Furniture Lasting Repairs. Sensible refinishing, Design & Build New, and Carving. Just good solid craftsmanship. Over 30 years experience. Huttonio Brooks 559-8549 Online at www.huttonio.com 14-FEB-07

Cooking for Health "I can show you what I learned." I was sick and exhausted and doctors didn't know what the problem was until I managed to start cooking gluten free. I can show you what I learned on my journey back to health. Gluten was the root cause of my ill health. Getting the gluten out of one's diet can make an amazing difference. Ann 510 528-6267 29-JAN-07

The House Organizer Are you overwhelmed by clutter? Do you want your home to be your castle? Would you like to be more productive and have more free time? Coach, Consultant and Organizer Librarian, NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers) CHADD Adult Support Group Facilitator, Alta Bates, Herrick Campus, 4th Mondays Seniors, Disabled, AD/HD, etc. all welcome. thehouseorganizer.com carol@thehouseorganizer.com 510.551.6914 23-JAN-07

Errand Runner Looking for someone you can trust to run your errands? I would be glad to go to your favorite grocery store, pick up your dry cleaning, hardware store, etc... Low hourly cost, Kensington resident, female touch. Julie 524-3971. 08-JAN-07

Computer Courage Computer Courage, based in Kensington, is a new type of service that works directly with you in your home or office to help you solve: computer problems purchase and set up new computers and electronics keep your computer safe learn to do more with your computer and provide a safe and enriching computer experience for children For more information contact Adam Schwartz at (510) 525-2226 www.computercourage.com 11-SEP-06

Voice Lessons with Joyce Todd McBride. Discover Your Voice! Voice Teacher Joyce Todd McBride welcomes all levels and styles, from Opera to Jazz to Medieval and beyond. I can help you with breathing, posture, nerves, vocal strength, musicianship, and expression. Supportive atmosphere, 20 years experience. Kensington studio; Member, MTAC; M.A. Mills College; (510) 548-3111 11-SEP-06

Piano Lessons with Joyce Todd McBride With over 20 years experience teaching all levels and ages, Joyce is now offering lessons in Kensington, 3 blocks from Hilltop school. Beginners welcome! Member, MTAC; M.A. Mills College; (510) 548-3111 14-AUG-06

Papillon Home Papillon Home offers an international and domestic blend of a very eclectic style of home furnishing and accessories from around the world with a variety of complementing pieces, a large selection of finishes and fabrics. Visit Papillon Home at 1882 Solano Ave, Berkeley, (510) 526-8998. Or, online at www.papillonhome.com. 1-AUG-06

RabbitEARS RabbitEARS is a one-of-a-kind pet store specializing in small critters (rabbits, guinea pigs, pet rats, mice, hamsters, chinchillas, wild birds) but catering to cats and dogs too. Check out the well-stocked shelves of foods, toys, treats, cages, exercise pens, medicinal supplements, bowls and feeders, bedding, litter, and hay for your companion animals and backyard critters. We also offer small animal adoptions from eleventh-hour rescues from local shelters, bonding and boarding services, nail clipping and other grooming services, birthday parties, educational events and outreach, and local petsitting services. 337 Colusa Ave. Kensington, CA Phone 510-525-6155 Email fixpets@yahoo.com www.rabbitears.org 7-APR-06

Time Masters • Expert in Watches, Cuckoo, Modern, Antique & Grandfather Clocks • Repair & Restoration of ALL Brands & Models of Time Pieces • Estimates given at No Charge in store • House calls available 1145 Solano Ave Albany, CA 94706 510-528-8433 cell - 925-323-6378 19-APR-06

Natural Light Photography Weddings, Portraits, Maternity, Children, Pets. If you like the appeal of available lighting, black & white, hand-printed, archival quality images that are the gift of a lifetime, please visit my Web site. 40 years of experience, medium format cameras, at your location. Color and digital also available. Prices and portfolio found at: www.naturallightphotography.com 07-NOV-05

Interior Color Design Christina Van Horn of CVH Color Design in Albany California, gently and masterfully guides you through a world of color. Christina can provide you with an attentive ear to your needs, color samples of different sizes, and a written summary of the colors you chose, their stock numbers, and room placement. Clients also receive a discount at the East Bay Paint Center. Call: 510-527-5534 or email: 06-OCT-05

Photographic Services Special portrait photography for all special events, including weddings, parties, Bar Mitzvah's, public relations and other corporate activities. I've been a professional photographer for over 30 years, and have lived in the Kensington/North Berkeley Hills for more than 20 years. I will be happy to meet with you without obligation at your house or my studio to discuss your photography requirements and favored style of photography, from posed to candid. Please visit http://www.rokeachphoto.com/specialevents to see samples of my portraiture. Please call Barrie at 527-5376 or email . 07-SEP-05

College Essay Help Need help with crafting or polishing your college or graduate school essay? I'll help you perfect the organization, grammar and word choice. I bring to my essay coaching a master of science degree in journalism from Northwestern University's prestigious Medill School of Journalism and more than 20 years of professional experience in the communications field. My clients get into their top-choice schools. My rates are reasonable, and I'll come to your house. Territory includes Albany, Berkeley, El Cerrito, Kensington and Oakland. Call Brenda, the Essay Ace, at 510-393-1701, or email: 26-AUG-05

House Cleaners Bay View House Cleaners. Kensington based cleaning company! Reliable, Efficient, Flexible, Caring Non-Toxic, environmentally friendly products. We do vacuuming, dusting, kitchen and bathroom, glass polish, wood polish, carpets and cobwebs! We've got the equipment so you don't have to worry about a thing. We will clean your house and give you the peace of mind to enjoy quality time in your life. Remember, there's nothing like coming back to a clean home! Very reasonable rates. For a free estimate, by phone or by appointment, Call: 510-528-5051 GREAT REFERENCES! 28-JUN-05

Experienced Academic Tutor. Cheap but Experienced Academic Tutor. Prepare this summer with tutoring. Get the help you need for the Fall, now. I have fourteen years experience in tutoring which include private home tutoring, teacher assistant, special education aid, after-school program director, and university-level tutor. I've tutored ages from 10 years (I have many educational games for the kids) to adult in most all subjects, which include but are not limited to, all Math, English, History, all Sciences (Physical and Biological Sciences), Spanish, French, etc. I'm currently working on MD/PhD program at UCSF. Fee is $20-$30/hour depending on individual needs and/or city (traveling from Oakland), and/or hours tutoring per week. Contact Chrissy at 510-272-0582 or . 23-JUN-05

Flute & Recorder Lessons Gentle instruction for children and teens by a kind and experienced teacher. Convenient North Berkeley studio. Reasonable rates. Call Jane, 841-6111. 10-JUN-05

Household/Personal Organizer Need help taming the clutter dragon? Patient, steady organizer will help you order the chaos! Reasonable rates. Call Jane, 841-6111. 10-JUN-05

Computer Help Understanding, patient teacher will help you master your new PC computer system, upgrade software and hardware, troubleshoot problems. Reasonable rates. Call Jane, 841-6111. 10-JUN-05

Voice Lessons Voice Lessons With Lisa Houston. Professional Classical Singer and Experienced Voice Teacher offers lessons to all levels at reasonable rates in a supportive environment and convenient location. For more information or to schedule a lesson, please call (510) 527-1692 or go to lisahoustonvoice.com. 07-MAR-05

Bay View House Cleaners Reliable, Efficient, Flexible, Caring. Non-Toxic, environmentally friendly products. Vacuuming, dusting, kitchen and bathroom, glass polish, wood polish, carpets and cobwebs! We provide equipment. Very reasonable rates. For a free estimate, by phone or by appointment, call: 510-528-5051. Great references. 07-MAR-05

Licensed and Insured Hauler Licensed and Insured Hauler. Also provide demolition, excavation, debris removal, dirt and concrete removal, french drain, roofing tear-off and dump truck services. Contact Matt at 510-978-9010. 16-FEB-05

Professional Tree Care Since 1980, The Professional Tree Care Company has cultivated an extensive clientele from Sacramento to Monterey. We provide a wide range of services, including tree pruning, tree removal, stump removal, spraying, fertilization and planting. Call Toll Free: 888-335-8733, or visit our website www.professionaltreecare.com 11-OCT-04

Landscaping & More All Season Services specializes in all types of landscaping, hauling, painting, tree trimming, fences, retaining walls, handyman work, concrete work, wood floors, etc. We are experts in preparing new homes for sale or just helping you out with various projects. We have excellent local references. Please consider us for any future work. Call 510-653-0445 or 1-800-919-4285 or visit www.allseasonssvcs.com 19-MAY-04

Hauling David Singer, owner of one of the Bay Area's oldest hauling companies, specializes in fast, friendly, same-day service. He and his crews haul anything: from an old armchair or old appliances, to a yard full of brush, and even construction materials, dirt or concrete. Call 510-653-0445 or 1-800-919-HAUL or visit www.fasthaul.com 19-MAY-04

Office Furniture Space Saver Company carries a full range of office furniture and equipment lines to meet our clients' needs. We'll work with you to determine the best fit for your functional and budgetary requirements. We have excellent relationships with our suppliers and will work to meet your time constraints as well. Please call 510-527-6777 or visit www.spacesaverco.com 5-MAY-04

Cello Lessons Matthew Owens, Nominated "Teacher of the Year" by KDFC 102.1 FM. "I enjoy working with students of all levels and aspirations. My students range from beginners of all ages, to successful amateurs playing in local orchestras and chamber groups, to full-fledged professionals. Many of my students have gone on to major conservatories and now enjoy artistic lives in major orchestras, ensembles, or as soloists." Please call 510-215-7294 or email  14-APR-04

Pet Care Loving dog walks & vacation pet sits by Safe Hands Pet Care. We make pets smile! Local, well established, caring, reliable & great references. We are Bonded, Insured, and Licensed. Please call 528-7870 or visit us at www.safehandspetcare.com  13-FEB-04

Residential Elderly Care The Kensington Home is a six-bed capacity RCFE (Residential Care for the Elderly) in Kensington, CA. This is a one-level modern home with a beautiful view of the Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. Licensed for ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents. Phone 510-558-8121.  31-DEC-02

Animal Care Rebecca of Noodle Nose Animal Care offers loving care, playtime and more for your companion animals during your absence. On the Web at www.noodlenose.com or call 510-704-8840 for more information. Flower Essences and Tellington Touch are included in her repertoire of animal care. Serving Kensington, and surrounding areas. 13-DEC-02

Estate Services Omega Estate Services. Organize and clear out estates. Prepare home for rental or sale. Other customized services. Free consultation: 510-669-9833 or  26-SEP-02

Stamps and Covers Stamps and covers bought, sold, and traded. Free appraisal and honest transactions. Living in Kensington for 23 years and vice-president of the East Bay Collectors Club. Contact Kim Roots at 510-526-6730. 04-SEP-02

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