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It is the most romantic time of the year and we want to know, what is the best romantic spot in the bay area? Throughout the month of February, you’ll have the chance to nominate and vote for the best romantic spot in the bay area! Your nomination/vote will enter you a chance to win FOUR tickets to the Sharks Game on Sunday, March 8th! We understand that there are a lot of romantic places in the Bay area and that it may be hard to choose. But tell us: what is the best romantic spot in the bay area? Visit any of the following stations to cast your vote: 96.5 KOIT, 98.5 KFox, 102.9 KBLX, or 99.7 NOW.
Nominate until 2/16 @ 2:59pm Eastern
Vote Starting 2/16 @ 3:00pm Eastern
For official contest rules, click here.
A. Berkeley Rose Garden – Berkeley
B. Byington Vineyard and Winery – San Jose
C. Dunes Beach – Half Moon Bay
D. Lake Merritt – Oakland
E. Lover’s Lane at the Presidio – San Francisco
F. Palace of the Fine Arts – San Francisco
G. Stinson Beach – Marin
The Barnes Firm is proud to sponsor another Best of the Bay contest! We wish you all a Happy Valentine’s Day!
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Happy 2020! The new year is finally here and we want to know what are the best new year’s resolutions of 2020? Throughout the month of January you will have a chance to win FOUR tickets to the Sharks Game on Monday, February 17th! We understand with all of the amazing new year’s resolutions it may be hard to choose. But tell us: what are the best new year’s resolution of 2020? Visit any of the following stations to cast your vote: 96.5 KOIT, 98.5 KFox, 102.9 KBLX, or 99.7 NOW.
Vote until 2/1 @ 2:59am Eastern
For official contest rules, click here.
A. Get Physically Fit
B. Lose Weight
C. Save More Money
D. Fall in love
E. Start a Family
The Barnes Firm is proud to sponsor another Best of the Bay contest!
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The year is almost over and we want you to tell us what was the best thing of 2019? Throughout the month of December and January you’ll have the chance to nominate and vote for the best thing in 2019! Your nomination/vote will enter you a chance to win FOUR tickets to the Sharks Game on Monday, January 27th! We understand with all the amazing things that happened in 2019 it may be hard to choose. But tell us: what’s your favorite part of 2019? Visit any of the following stations to cast your vote: 96.5 KOIT, 98.5 KFox, 102.9 KBLX, or 99.7 NOW.
Nominate until 12/15 @ 2:59pm Eastern
Vote Starting 12/15 @ 3:00pm Eastern
For official contest rules, click here.
A. Youth-Led Climate Activism Goes Global
B. Billie Eilish
C. Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper
D. The Bottle Cap Challenge
E. 90210 Re-Boot
F. Don’t see your favorite? (Nominate your favorite thing of 2019)
The Barnes Firm is proud to sponsor another Best of the Bay contest! We wish you all a Happy New Year!
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Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Throughout the month of November, you’ll have the chance to nominate and vote for the best Thanksgiving dish! Your nomination/vote will enter you a chance to win FOUR tickets to the Sharks Game on Tuesday, December 17th! With all the delicious homemade Thanksgiving main and side dishes, we understand it might be hard to choose! But tell us: what’s your favorite dish? Visit any of the following stations to cast your vote: 96.5 KOIT, 98.5 KFox, 102.9 KBLX, or 99.7 NOW.
Nominate until 11/15 @ 11:59am (PST)
Vote until 11/30 @11:59pm (PST)
For official contest rules, click here.
A. Turkey
B. Stuffing
C. Cranberries
D. Green Bean Casserole
E. Au Gratin Potatoes
F. Don’t see your favorite? (Nominate your favorite dish)
The Barnes Firm is proud to sponsor another Best of the Bay contest! We wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving and hope you enjoy all your favorite Thanksgiving dishes with your loved ones this year.
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Throughout the month of October, you’ll have the chance to nominate and vote for the best Halloween event in the Bay Area. Your nomination/vote will enter you a chance to win four tickets to the Sharks Game on Saturday, November 9th! So tell us your favorite spooky tour, costume contest, and pumpkin patch patch in the Bay Area! Visit any of the following stations to cast your vote: 96.5 KOIT, 98.5 KFox, 102.9 KBLX, or 99.7 NOW.
Nominate until 10/15 @ 11:59am (PST)
Vote until 10/31 @11:59pm (PST)
A. Fright Fest at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
B. Monster Bash & Haunted Hornet
C. Halloween Haunt at California’s Great America
D. Winchester Mystery House’s “Halloween Candlelight Tour”
E. Clancy’s Pumpkin Patch
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Nominate and vote for the most amazing scenic roadways for a romantic night in The Bay Area. Your nomination/vote will enter you a chance to win a Dinner and Show of your choice* at the Mountain Winery! Already have a beautiful scenic road in mind? Visit any of the following stations to cast your vote: 96.5 KOIT, 102.9 KBLX, 99.7 NOW, or 98.5 KFOX.
Nominate until 8/15 @ 2:59pm Eastern
Vote starting 8/15 @ 3:00pm Eastern
A. Muir Woods to Mt. Tam (Panoramic Highway)
B. Pacific to Santa Cruz (Highway 1)
C. The 49-mile scenic drive
D. Skyline Boulevard
E. The Sonoma Valley Winery Ramble
F. Berkeley Hills – Grizzly Peak Blvd/Wildcat Canyon Road
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Nominate and vote for your favorite location in The Bay Area to lay down a blanket and enjoy some snacks with your best friends! Your nomination/vote will enter you for a chance to win Dinner and a Show of your choice* at the Mountain Winery! If you already have a place in mind, choose any of the following stations to cast your vote: 96.5 KOIT, 102.9 KBLX, 99.7 NOW, or 98.5 KFOX.
Nominate until 7/15 @ 2:59pm Eastern
Vote starting 7/15 @ 3:00pm Eastern
A. San Jose Rose Garden
B. Crissy Field
C. Hayward Japanese Gardens
D. Redwood National Park
E. Lake Merritt
F. Angel Island State Park
For more information on each picnic spot, visit our detailed blog.
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Throughout 2019, Oakland personal injury lawyers at the Barnes Firm are sponsoring a series of radio contests across The Bay Area hosted by Bonneville San Francisco Radio Stations. The Contest, called the Best of the Bay, has all of The Bay Area involved in deciding the best brand for various categories announced each month. KBLX radio listeners in Oakland, San Francisco, and the surrounding areas have an opportunity to win trips to vineyards, concert tickets, and more!
This contest is BOOMING with excitement in the Bay Area! Check out which spots the San Francisco and Oakland community are able to choose from below. Already know your answer? Choose any of the following stations to vote which fireworks viewing spot you pledge your allegiance with: 96.5 KOIT, 102.9 KBLX, 99.7 NOW, or 98.5 KFOX.
A. Almaden Lake Park
B. Presidio of San Francisco
C. Groesbeck Hill Park
D. Pier 39
E. Discovery Meadow
F. Coit Tower
G. Don’t see your favorite? You can still enter in your go-to spot!
Nominate until 6/16 @ 2:59am Eastern
Vote Starting 6/16 @ 3:00am Eastern
Voting ends 6/30
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The Mountain Winery is known for wine tastings, concert series, signature events, and the infamous Dinner & a Show. Although the foundation of the contest is based on battling for the Best Place to Watch Fireworks in the Bay Area, contest winners will enjoy more than a simple fireworks show!
The Mountain Winery’s Dinner and a Show is a full night catered to all your senses. Taste exclusive wines from their vineyard paired with delicious charcuterie and a sit-down 3-course meal. All food and beverage offerings will feature the highest quality local, seasonal, organic, sustainably farmed, drought-friendly ingredients possible (see the full menu here).
At Chateau La Cresta, the Best of the Bay contest winners will enjoy an exquisite 3-course Northern California meal while enjoying breathtaking views from the outdoor patios adjacent to the historic Chateau Building. After indulging, winners can choose one show of the following:
For more information about The Mountain Winery, visit their website to explore their hours, location, and property.
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During the month of May, we were grillin’ up in the Best Burgers of the Bay. Check out which burgers were up to the test: Contestants could choose any of the following stations to vote which burger they pledged their allegiance with: 96.5 KOIT, 102.9 KBLX, 99.7 NOW, or 98.5 KFOX.
A. In-N-Out
B. Shake Shack
C. Smash Burger
D. The Habit
E. Super Duper
F. McDonald’s
G. The Counter
H. Barney’s
I. Five Guys
At Chateau La Cresta, May’s Best of the Bay contest winners also received a 3-course meal at The Mountain Winery while enjoying breathtaking views from the outdoor patios adjacent to the historic Chateau Building. After indulging, winners could choose one show of the following:
The Best of the Bay contest is promoted across radio, social media, and digital channels by KBLX and The Barnes Firm. You can follow The Barnes Firm’s social media on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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Click here for official Contest Rules. 102.9 KBLX General Contest Rules Apply. Contest Entry Period: 5/1/19 at 12:00am through 5/31/19 11:59am. Prize: One (1) grand prize(s) will be awarded in the Contest. The winner will receive two (2) tickets to see a 2019 Mountain Winery show of their choice. Winners will receive a dinner at the Mountain Winery. Winners can choose one (1) show of the following: Hammer’s House Party on June 7, 2019, Ziggy Marley & Michael Franti on June 11, 2019 or June 12, 2019, Brit Floyd on July 3, 2019, Seal on July 13, 2019 or Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo & Melissa Etheridge on July 23, 2019. Verified winners only and available within thirty (30) days of Station’s receipt form of all required completed and signed documents prizes and another winner(s) will be selected. The Approximate Prize Value: $ $500. Winner(s) will be chosen from all eligible entries on or around 6/3/19. No purchase or payment of any kind is required to enter or win this contest.
