Inspired by the “Oakland Christmas Bucket List” created by  Travel Realizations Oakland knows how to celebrate the holidays — from glowing zoo lanterns to neighborhood markets, concerts, and tree-lighting traditions. Whether you’re hosting family, exploring with friends, or just want to experience local magic this season, this curated list highlights the most festive things to do all around Oakland. Inspired by Travel Realizations’ original “Oakland Christmas Bucket List,” he

You’re a busy professional in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, one of the most expensive places to live in the USA. You may have a demanding job, back‑ to‑back meetings, and limited free time. When you finally commit to booking someone to take care of your home or pet, the last thing you want is surprise pricing, vague service scopes, or catch‑up costs you didn’t budget for. Yet that’s exactly what many end up experiencing. The Scope of the Problem According to a 2

Inspired by @tanyahomeinspo A fresh-smelling home isn’t about expensive candles, chemical sprays, or plug-ins. Often, the best scents come from a clean, well-aired home and a few intentional habits done consistently. At  Geoffrey , we believe your home should feel inviting the moment you walk through the door. So today, we’re sharing a simple, low-cost routine  inspired by a helpful post created by @tanyahomeinspo  — focused on keeping your home smelling fresh without the nee

Before the holiday rush hits, now is the ideal moment to reset your home. The concept for the following five decluttering categories was originally inspired by  Good Housekeeping , and we’ve expanded them with Geoffrey’s practical, time-saving, household-management lens to help you  actually  take action. 1. Outgrown or Unwanted Halloween Costumes Why it matters:  Costumes are bulky and rarely worn twice. Holding onto them “just in case” traps you in sunk-cost thinking. What

If you’re a pet parent with a packed schedule, you already know the struggle: between meetings, commuting, errands, and trying to squeeze in a personal life, it’s hard enough to take care of  yourself —let alone keep your pet healthy and your home clean. My husband and I have 3 Yorkies, one over 10 years old and between work and life., we often feel guilty that we can't personally give our pups everything they need. Scroll through any pet forum and you’ll see the same challen

Most homeowners don’t think about what’s circulating through their air ducts—until there’s a problem. Unlike plumbing leaks or electrical failures, dirty ducts don’t show obvious signs of trouble. But over time, they quietly affect your home’s air quality, energy efficiency, and long-term maintenance costs. At Geoffrey, we think of  air duct cleaning as smart preventive maintenance —a small step that protects your home and your health over time. Here are the  three most impor

Picture this scene. .. You walk in the door after a long day. Shoes are piled by the entrance, pet toys scatter across the floor, you can’t find a place for your mail — and in the back of your mind you feel a pull:  should have cleaned this.   That guilt, that tension, that nagging worry: it’s not just your imagination. The clutter in your home has real consequences — in your body, in your mind, and in your wallet. Here’s what the research tells us — why letting clutter pile

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Oakland Restaurant Week 2025 runs from March 20–30, 2025​  and is a perfect chance for busy parents (and pup-parents!) to take a break...

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Did you know our beautiful city of #Oakland has been voted #1 food city in the US by Condé Nast Traveler.  Given this, Travel Creator...

At Geoffrey we believe in investing in local small businesses who live in the communities they serve. The Geoffrey App supports local...

There is a quote by Gretchen Rubin, author of "The Happiness Project" that I absolutely love. It goes like this "Outer order contributes...

Hey Neighbors, for those who are still closing those exercise rings on your fitness watch by now, CONGRATULATIONS, you have made it...

For the working Oaklanders who haven’t been mandated to return to the office, working from home has its benefits, but it also brings...

Grooming is essential for a dog's health and hygiene, but the environment in which grooming takes place can significantly impact a dog's...

When it comes to efficient home cleaning, one question divides households: Should you dust first or vacuum first? This seemingly simple...

Maintaining a clean and tidy home is essential, but with our busy lives, finding the time can be a challenge. Fortunately, Oakland is...

Woman experiencing stomach cramps As someone living with Endometriosis, I have always been hyper-focused on the types of foods and beauty...

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