Island hop: antique discoveries are just the beginning in Alameda.(NORTHERN CALIFORNIA DAY TRIP)(Calendar)

Thousands swarm the island of Alameda's monthly flea market (officially called the Alameda Point Antiques and Collectibles Faire) for the Bay Area's best vintage shopping. And a new series of talks for collectors adds to the momentum. But few enthusiasts know there's more snacking and shopping to be had on Park Street, just a short drive from the market. It's a discovery akin to Bauerware in the $1 box: You can connect with the past in a delicious way at the state's oldest continuously operating bakery, Boniere, or head down the street for home-made ice cream. There's also a super skin-care boutique, a new Italian restaurant, and a pretty little flower shop--lots of good …