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The Alley on Grand Avenue opened in 1933, has been closed since March due to the pandemic. Its owner says the historic piano bar is on the brink of closure. Photo: Sarah Han

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The Alley reopens after community pitches in to save piano bar

by Eve Batey April 29, 2021April 29, 2021

A year of fundraisers and auctions saved the 88-year-old Grand Avenue watering hole.

The Alley on Grand Avenue opened in 1933, has been closed since March due to the pandemic. Its owner says the historic piano bar is on the brink of closure. Photo: Sarah Han

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The Alley, Oakland’s last piano bar, is in danger of closing for good

by Risa Nye December 23, 2020December 23, 2020

Devoted regulars are banding together and fundraising to save the historic Grand Avenue bar.