The Berkeley Flea Market, a cherished weekend destination for over decades, is set to close because of decreasing attendance. Claude Davis, who found affordable work attire in the 1980s at the market, became a vendor and shared valuable life lessons about negotiation and connection with the community. Despite retiring from selling at the market, Davis continues to visit for social interactions, emphasizing its significance in his life. The closure marks the end of an era for this beloved venue in South Berkeley.
Davis reflected on the importance of the Berkeley Flea Market, saying, "It became a regular weekend destination for me - a place to buy quality clothing, meet new people."
Even after stopping as a vendor in 1996, Davis continues to visit the Flea Market, highlighting, "I still come to kill time, relax and chat with friends."
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