East Lake Barber Shop

And that’s a wrap on 2025.

Hey folks,

A few weeks ago I sent out an email regarding the government shutdown, paused SNAP benefits, and generally tough times that the holidays means for a lot of people.

Our clients, friends, and loved ones truly showed up for our community. Through donations, we now have a Community Fund to cover haircuts for people dealing with financial insecurity.

When booking your haircut, please indicate “community cut” or something similar in the memos and we’ll handle the rest. It’s that simple.

If you’d like to contribute to the Community Fund, please send a DM for details.

We all hope you and your loved ones have a safe and peaceful holiday season (or at very least, try your best to keep your head above water).

Please welcome our newest barber Branden Valentine! . Branden has over a decade of hair cutting experience here in the Bay. While he gets settled in at the shop, you can book with him directly through the link in his IG profile. He’ll be working later evening hours, so if you’ve been unable to make it in before 5, here’s your chance!

Hey friends! This year we’ll be collecting new and very gently used
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You can drop your donations off at the shop during business hours until December 6. All donations will be gifted to our neighbors in need on December 7 at the West Oakland Punks with Lunch care village.

What was your favorite holiday gift of all time?! Let us know in the comments!

And on the 2nd day (after the end of Daylight Savings) said “let there be light.” And it was good.💡

Our new online store is now open for you to buy our shop logo shirts and caps!

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If you have a moment of your time, please consider voting for us as the Best of Oakland for the year 2024. Your support would mean a lot to us and help us grow even further!

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Tomorrow, April 2nd is Paul’s first day at East Lake Barber Shop. He brings with him nearly a decade of experience and a heart of gold. Be sure to give him a follow! - .oak

East Lake is for the children.

I got to spend some time this week with the kiddos at Beatie Street Preschool - teaching them all about barbering and the tools we use. The kids were amazing! So many great questions and observations. Special thanks to for putting this together and for getting a haircut.

Larry and crew are serving up cold cuts and hot shaves all day!

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