# Alameda Resources — Full Content > Alameda community links and resources Your guide to Alameda community resources, government services, local organizations, and more. --- ## Alameda Links & Resources ### Official & Government Resources - **AC Transit** — Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District providing bus service throughout the East Bay, including Alameda. Maps, schedules, trip planning, and real-time bus information. URL: https://www.actransit.org - **Alameda Animal Shelter (FAAS)** — Adopt a pet or volunteer with the Alameda Animal Shelter. Find information about animal services and rescue operations. URL: https://www.alamedaanimalshelter.org - **Alameda CERT** — Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program for Alameda. Get trained to help your community during disasters and emergencies. URL: https://veoci.com/v/p/dashboard/vd2s63khje - **Alameda County** — Official government website for Alameda County. Access to services, departments, and public records. URL: https://www.acgov.org - **Alameda County Health Care Services** — Public health services for Alameda County residents. Information on programs, clinics, and health alerts. URL: https://www.achhd.org - **Alameda County Industries** — Residential, commercial, and industrial waste collection services for recyclables, organics, and garbage in Alameda and surrounding areas. URL: https://alamedacountyindustries.com - **Alameda County Office of Education** — Supporting students, schools, and the community through educational leadership and programs. URL: https://www.acoe.org - **Alameda County Public Health Department** — Public health services for Alameda County residents, including disease prevention, health promotion, and community health programs. URL: https://www.acphd.org - **Alameda Municipal Power** — Your local electric utility providing reliable, affordable power to Alameda. Learn about rates, services, and energy efficiency programs. URL: https://www.alamedamp.com - **Alameda Unified School District** — Serving Alameda's students with quality education. Information about schools, enrollment, events, and district services. URL: https://www.alamedaunified.org - **Alameda Water Shuttle** — Water shuttle service connecting Alameda to San Francisco and other Bay Area destinations. A convenient alternative to driving across the bay. URL: https://watershuttle.org - **City of Alameda** — Official website for the City of Alameda. Find information about city services, permits, events, and government resources. URL: https://www.alamedaca.gov/Home - **City of Alameda Rent Program** — Resources and information on Alameda's rent stabilization ordinance, tenant rights, and landlord responsibilities. URL: https://www.alamedarentprogram.org - **Harbor Bay Shuttle to BART** — Free shuttle service connecting Harbor Bay Business Park and surrounding Alameda areas to BART stations for convenient transit connections. URL: https://altrans.net/hbbp - **Housing Authority of the City of Alameda** — Providing affordable housing opportunities for low-income individuals and families in Alameda through housing programs, rental assistance, and affordable housing communities. URL: https://www.alamedahsg.org - **Oakland International Airport** — The primary airport serving the Alameda area, offering domestic and international flights with convenient access for Bay Area travelers. URL: https://oaklandairport.com - **San Francisco Bay Ferry** — Ferry service connecting Alameda and other East Bay cities to San Francisco. Fast, scenic, and convenient public transportation across the bay. URL: https://sanfranciscobayferry.com - **StopWaste** — Helping Alameda County residents and businesses reduce waste. Information on recycling, composting, and sustainability. URL: https://www.stopwaste.org ### Business & Chamber Resources - **Alameda Chamber of Commerce** — Supporting local business growth and economic development in Alameda. Join the chamber for networking and business resources. URL: http://alamedachamber.com - **Downtown Alameda Business Association** — Promoting vibrant downtown businesses and community. Support local shops, restaurants, and services in downtown Alameda. URL: https://downtownalameda.com - **Greater Alameda Business Association** — A comprehensive resource for Alameda businesses. Networking, advocacy, and business support across the island. URL: https://www.thealamedabusinessassociation.com - **Harbor Bay Business Park** — Premier business park in Alameda offering office space, retail, and commercial services in a well-maintained campus setting. URL: https://www.harborbay.com - **Marina Village Alameda** — Business park and commercial center in Alameda offering office space, retail, and dining in a waterfront location. URL: https://www.marinavillagealameda.com - **West Alameda Business Association** — Supporting businesses on Alameda's west side. Connect with local merchants and community initiatives. URL: https://westalamedabusiness.com ### Civic & Community Organizations - **AAUW Alameda** — The Alameda branch of the American Association of University Women, advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research. URL: https://alameda-ca.aauw.net - **Active Alameda** — Promoting active transportation and sustainable mobility in Alameda through community engagement and advocacy for walking, biking, and transit. URL: https://activealameda.org - **Alameda Backyard Growers** — A grassroots organization that encourages Alamedans to grow their own food and donate the excess to the Alameda Food Bank. URL: https://www.alamedabackyardgrowers.org - **Alameda Education Foundation** — Supporting educational excellence in Alameda public schools through grants, programs, and community involvement. URL: https://www.alamedaeducation.org - **Alameda Kiwanis Club** — A community service organization dedicated to improving the lives of children in Alameda and around the world. URL: https://www.alamedakiwanis.org - **Alameda Parks Foundation** — Supporting Alameda's parks and recreation facilities through fundraising, advocacy, and community engagement to enhance public spaces. URL: https://www.alamedaparks.org - **Alameda Transportation Management Association** — Promoting sustainable transportation options in Alameda. Learn about transit, biking, carpooling, ferries, and the water shuttle. URL: https://www.alamedatma.org - **Bike Walk Alameda** — Advocating to make Alameda a safe and enjoyable place to bike and walk. Learn about campaigns, events, and resources for active transportation. URL: https://bikewalkalameda.org - **City of Alameda Democratic Club** — Alameda's official grassroots Democratic organization founded in 1985. Join a diverse coalition of Democrats advancing progressive ideals and civic engagement in Alameda. URL: https://alamedademocraticclub.org - **Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda (CASA)** — Dedicated to raising awareness and mobilizing community action for sustainability. Join initiatives for clean energy, climate action, and zero waste. URL: https://casa-alameda.org - **League of Women Voters of Alameda** — A nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. URL: https://www.lwvalameda.org ### Local Entertainment & Dining - **Alameda Farmers Market** — Fresh local produce and goods every Tuesday and Saturday, 9am-1pm at 710 Haight Ave. Support local farmers and artisans while getting fresh food for your table. URL: https://www.instagram.com/alamedafarmersmarket - **Alameda Museum** — Showcasing the history and culture of Alameda through exhibits on local history, notable residents, and community heritage. URL: https://www.alamedamuseum.org - **Alameda Point Antiques Faire** — The largest antiques show in Northern California, held on the 1st Sunday of every month with over 800 dealer booths featuring vintage and antique items. URL: https://alamedapointantiquesfaire.com - **Alameda Pride** — Organizing and promoting LGBTQ+ community events, celebrations, and advocacy in Alameda to foster inclusion and visibility. URL: https://alamedapride.com - **Alameda South Shore Center** — A shopping center in Alameda featuring a variety of retail stores, restaurants, and services in a convenient location. URL: https://alamedasouthshorecenter.com - **Alameda Theatre & Cineplex** — Catch the latest movies at Alameda's historic theatre. Features cinema grill dining and a classic movie-going experience. URL: https://www.alamedatheatres.com - **Books Inc.** — An independent bookstore in Alameda offering a curated selection of books, author events, and community literary programs. URL: https://booksinc.net - **Corica Park Golf Course** — Premier golf facility in Alameda featuring two championship courses, driving range, and golf instruction. A beautiful public golf destination. URL: https://www.coricapark.com - **Crab Cove Visitor Center** — East Bay Regional Park District visitor center at Crab Cove in Alameda, featuring educational programs, exhibits, and access to the shoreline. URL: https://www.ebparks.org/parks/visitor-centers/crab-cove - **Crown Beach** — Beautiful beach park in Alameda managed by East Bay Regional Park District, perfect for swimming, picnicking, and enjoying the San Francisco Bay. URL: https://www.ebparks.org/parks/crown-beach - **Fleet Week San Francisco** — Annual celebration of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard featuring ship tours, air shows, and military demonstrations, with events in Alameda. URL: https://fleetweeksf.org - **Frank Bette Center for the Arts** — A non-profit art gallery, learning center, and cultural hub in Alameda that supports local artists and provides creative programs for the community. URL: https://www.frankbettecenter.org - **Pacific Pinball Museum** — A nonprofit museum dedicated to the preservation and promotion of pinball, with over 90 playable machines from different eras. URL: https://www.pacificpinball.org - **PEERS (Period Events & Entertainment Re-Creation Society)** — A nonprofit dedicated to preserving and re-creating historical and vintage dance and music. URL: https://www.peersdance.org - **Ploughshares Nursery** — A local nursery in Alameda offering native plants, gardening supplies, and expert advice for sustainable landscaping and gardening. URL: https://ploughsharesnursery.com - **Rhythmix Cultural Works** — A community arts center in Alameda that presents a wide range of high-quality art, performance, and cultural experiences. URL: https://www.rhythmix.org - **Spirits Alley** — Alameda's vibrant distillery and spirits district featuring local craft distilleries, tasting rooms, and spirits-related businesses. URL: https://www.alamedaca.gov/RESIDENTS/Visiting-Alameda/Attractions-in-Alameda/Spirits-Alley - **Studio 23 Gallery** — A local art gallery in Alameda featuring works by Bay Area artists and hosting exhibitions, workshops, and community art events. URL: https://studio23gallery.com - **USS Hornet Museum** — A National Historic Landmark, the USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum is a retired aircraft carrier offering tours, exhibits, and educational programs. URL: https://www.uss-hornet.org ### Local Nonprofits & Services - **Alameda Food Bank** — Providing nourishing food assistance to Alameda residents in need since 1977. Shop with dignity in a compassionate, respectful environment. Now serving over 1,200 families each week. URL: https://www.alamedafoodbank.org - **Alameda Hospital** — Part of the Alameda Health System, providing comprehensive medical services including emergency care, surgical services, and specialized programs to the Alameda community. URL: https://www.alamedahealthsystem.org/locations/alamedahospital - **Alameda Meals on Wheels** — Delivering hot, nutritious meals to homebound residents of Alameda. A vital service for seniors and those with disabilities. URL: https://www.alamedamealsonwheels.org - **Alameda Point Collaborative** — Working to end homelessness by providing housing and services to create communities where formerly homeless families and individuals can flourish. Supporting our unhoused neighbors since 1999. URL: https://apcollaborative.org/ - **California Historical Radio Society** — A nonprofit educational organization founded in 1974 dedicated to preserving and promoting early radio, wireless communication, and broadcasting history. Museum located in Alameda. URL: https://californiahistoricalradio.com - **Friends of the Alameda Free Library** — A nonprofit organization supporting the Alameda Free Library through fundraising, volunteerism, and advocacy. URL: https://www.alamedafree.org - **Girls Inc. of the Island City** — Inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold through direct service and advocacy. Programs focus on leadership development, education, and empowerment. URL: https://www.girlsincislandcity.org - **Jewish Alameda** — Connecting the Jewish community in Alameda through events, resources, and information about Jewish life, culture, and organizations on the island. URL: https://jewishalameda.com - **Midway Shelter** — Providing shelter and support services for women and children experiencing homelessness in Alameda. URL: https://www.midwayshelter.org ### Local News & Blogs - **Alameda Post** — Stay informed with local news, events, and stories about Alameda. The Alameda Post is a great resource for keeping up with what's happening in our city. URL: https://alamedapost.com - **Alameda Point Environmental** — A blog covering environmental issues, development, and community news related to Alameda Point and the former Naval Air Station. URL: https://alamedapointenviro.com - **Alameduh** — A local blog covering news, events, and stories about Alameda. Your source for community insights and local happenings. URL: https://alameduh.com - **Blogging Bayport Alameda** — A long-running local blog covering Alameda city news and issues. Note: Blog concluded in January 2024 but archives remain available. URL: https://laurendo.wordpress.com - **The Morning Bun** — A blog about Alameda, California covering transportation, housing, public services, and more. Stay informed about local issues and developments. URL: https://www.themorningbun.com ## Related Sites This site is part of the Alameda Peeps network. 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