With Berkeley Manufacturing Week fast approaching, opportunities abound for community members to tour establishments such as Adams & Chittenden Scientific Glass Coop, Takara Sake, Boichik Bagels, Berkeley Potters Guild, Zenbooth, and Metro Lighting, among others. These businesses showcase the diverse array of products produced within the city, ranging from scientific glassware, alcoholic beverages, and pottery, to light fixtures.

Aiming to promote and revitalize urban manufacturing, these public tours are part of a collaborative effort between the City of Berkeley Office of Economic Development and the Bay Area Manufacturing initiative. According to the City of Berkeley, manufacturing plays a crucial role in the city as a key economic driver, drawing in tourists and contributing to the city's overall quality of life.

The #DiscoveredinBerkeley campaign highlights the city's diverse array of companies, and a virtual conversation is planned with elected officials to discuss the significance of manufacturing in the Bay Area economy. Both initiatives seek to further connect and engage community members with the businesses that call Berkeley home.

Touring businesses like these not only provides a rare glimpse into the creative and resourceful endeavors of local entrepreneurs but also offers a chance for individuals to build personal connections with the creators of the very products they may purchase and use daily.

During Berkeley Manufacturing Week, one may visit Boichik Bagels to learn about the process behind creating the perfect bagel – a staple of many people's daily lives. Simultaneously, they may choose to explore more specialized manufacturing processes, like those at Adams & Chittenden Scientific Glass Coop, where precision-crafted glassware serves the needs of dedicated scientists and researchers.