Albany Today, Oct. 2

Bon Marché Collective will celebrate its second anniversary with a fall market Saturday, bringing secondhand clothing, home goods, art and other finds to the lot next to Abrams Claghorn Gallery.

The event also features a participatory community dye bath — and more.

Bon Marché celebrates 2 years of secondhand finds Saturday

Free clothing repairs, a community dye bath and a homecoming dress giveaway are coming to Solano Avenue on Oct. 3.

Albany ScannerAllyson Aleksey

Plus, the Albany Scanner team attended both candidate forums at City Hall on Thursday night. Stay tuned for coverage, and for the videos from the League of Women Voters.

In other news

Some great news Thursday from Flowerland, shared on its GoFundMe page: "The Flowerland marquee restoration project is now complete! Thank you all for helping us [make] it happen! We could not have done it without you!"

The beloved nursery raised more than $20,000 for the project. If you're wondering why it cost so much, don't miss our prior coverage.

After nearly 80 years, Flowerland marquee needs help

Restoring the marquee requires a new foundation, permits and earthquake upgrades. A community fundraiser is underway.

Albany ScannerKaren Sorensen

In case you missed it

Albany schools map out $434 million in campus upgrades

An open house next week will give residents a chance to weigh in as the district develops its bond spending priorities.

Albany ScannerAllyson Aleksey

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Albany ScannerEmilie Raguso

Westbrae pumpkin patch is back for Albany PTA fundraiser

Westbrae Nursery raises about $35,000 a year for Albany schools.

Albany ScannerAllyson Aleksey

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