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Park Street: Photos Of The Day

Hot days in the East Bay call for finding some shade and checking out local shops.

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The exterior of Toy Safari, located at 1410 Park Street in downtown Alameda.
The exterior of Toy Safari, located at 1410 Park Street in downtown Alameda. (JL Odom / Patch)

ALAMEDA, CA — With East Bay temperatures in the 70s and 80s, it's understandable to be in search of shade and places to keep cool. A stroll up and down Alameda's Park Street and into its many locally owned shops is one way to stay out of the direct sun, at least temporarily.

Ole's Waffle Shop, an Alameda staple, located at 1507 Park St. There's often a line at the front door on weekends, with waffles, pancakes, French toast and other offerings worth the wait. (JL Odom / Patch)
Hot temps = a need for ice cream. Tucker's Ice Cream, at 1349 Park St., has over 60 flavors on its menu. (JL Odom / Patch)
Global Treasures & Unique Gifts -- a store in which there's lots to explore. Located at 1415 Park St. (JL Odom / Patch)
An afternoon (or day) spent playing video game classics in High Scores Arcade, at 1414 Park St., is an afternoon (or day) well spent. (JL Odom / Patch)
Alameda's Marketplace, located at 1650 Park St., houses Alameda Natural Grocery, Beanery of Alameda, East End (eatery), Feel Good Bakery, Farmstead Cheeses & Wines, and other vendors. (JL Odom / Patch)
Candy, bottled sodas, toys, collectibles, and a life-size E.T. -- Rocket Fizz at 1356 Park St. is a fun store to check out. (JL Odom / Patch)
For more information about downtown Alameda and Park Street shops, go here.

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