Biddeford, California
The history of Biddeford dates back to the frontier days of the "Gold Rush", and was founded by Mr. Henry Biddeford after he concluded that the area was a perfect place for an economy to flourish. The King's Bay was abundant in sea life that could provide jobs as well as trade, the fresh water of the channel caused for very fertile farming lands, and a small mountain range to the north of the town provided them with coal and other important ores. What Biddeford found was a diamond in the rough, and as a result the area never fell victim to the fate of a ghost town. Biddeford first began as a little town by the coast, but after many years it grew larger as more frontiers men and their families came from the east and settled by the bay. After much advancements in technology and engineering, the town blossomed into a large metropolis with a booming economy. Today it's population ranges from 800,000 to 1,000,000 residents.
1.King's Beach
A popular beach by the bay for residents that live closer to the city-scape of Biddeford. Unfortunately, this beach is smaller than Little Rock Beach. Since it is smaller, it is not uncommon for city dwellers to make a trip to Little Rock for some fun in the sun. While it is true that King's Beach lacks in sandy shore, it certainly makes up for it with it's ocean front shops, restaurants, and board walk. It is also home to the city's famous light house Poseidon's Reach. It is abundant in docks which are lined with fishing boats. A common tourist attraction, other than Poseidon's Reach, is the boat tour of King's Bay. It is also a very good location to view fireworks on festival days.
2.Poseidon's Reach
An adorable light house that sits on the ocean front of Biddeford. It is a tourist attraction, and is treated with respect among the residents. Poseidon's Reach is still in use, and has a team of caretakers looking after it. There is a myth that couples that kiss at midnight when the point of the light house is aligned with the northern star that their fates will be forever entwined and their love will be eternal.
3.Little Rock Piers
Small docks that are owned by the person who runs The Salty Dog. He allows his close friends to anchor their private boats at the docks. Sometimes the owner will host huge extravagant parties at these docks for festivals or holidays. A good place for crabbing!
4.Starry Point
Starry point is popular with Biddeford couples. It's a peak that towers above the city and King's Bay. On clear nights, this place is a great way to look up at the stars. Starry Point is the perfect place to have a romantic evening with the one you love. During festivals or holidays, like the Fourth of July, this is the best location to be in order to see fireworks clearly.
5.Seacrest Community Park
The smallest park to be found in Biddeford. It is located closer to the ocean front. This park allows pets, and can be a great place for a picnic. Some people may even practice certain sports here with their friends. There is a large stone fountain at the center of the park. It's just a great place to sit and relax.
6.Dew Point Meadows
A shopping district closer to the heart of the city. Here is where you begin to see the conversion of urban sprawl to city-scape. It isn't densely packed just yet like at the center of the city or around Spring Plaza Mall, but is starting to convert. It's still very spread out, but buildings are starting to ascend higher into the sky, streets are busier, and a city-esque vibe is starting to become apparent. Dew Point Medows is home to many small food businesses and convenience stores. A popular place of business here, and hang out, is Blossom. Blossom is a sushi place that is very popular among the student populous. Here you can also find a Need-Mart which provides one with their day to day necessities such as groceries, outdoor supplies, furniture, ect.
7.Biddeford City Library
Located only a couple of blocks away from the Little Rock Convention Center. A very popular place for students to study and work on group projects. This building is four stories tall, well furnished, and lined with shelves full of books. There is even a Coffee Bean that was built inside the library to accommodate the university students. The Coffee Bean is a popular place to hang out and have a cup of coffee or mocha. Another plus for the university students is that if a student needs a place to meet with group members then they can rent a room to work on their group project.
8.Little Rock Vineyard
This vineyard is owned by the Ackles Family, and are the primary reason alcohol and wine can be bought locally. The also sell various fruits that grow off vines. Their cash crop is grapes. Sometimes they will host an egg hunt for Easter. They are partners with Rob Wyles whom owns the local brewery.
9.Little Rock Convention Center
The convention center can be a very fun place with cons, boat shows, car shows, and the like. There's always something fun going to be happening there every few months. It is a three story building that rests alongside the Little Rock Channel. It has a wonderful view of the river and Little Rock Beach.
10.The Salty Dog
The Salty Dog is privately owned by Jared Openeski. The restaurant is popular with all the Biddeford residents. It's known for it's friendly atmosphere, fine dining, and ocean view. The menu there consists of primarily sea food, but they also serve burgers and hot dogs. Sometimes Jared will throw extravagant parties at his restaurant.
11.King’s Harbor
The King's Harbor is owned by the city, unlike the Little Rock Piers, and makes up the majority of the northern ocean front. These docks are lined with private boats, fishing boats, and boats used for oceanic studies. The Harbor is lined with beach shops, and food establishments for both tourists and residents to enjoy. A great place to see the fireworks during festivals and holidays.
12.Spring Plaza Mall
Spring Plaza is Biddeford's biggest and most extravagant mall. It consists of four floors that are filled to the brim with famous brand stores such as Pink, Victoria Secret, Hot Topic, H & M, Holister, and much more. There is even a large food court that opens up into a street lined with fancy restaurants such as Cheesecake Factory or The Melting Pot. This street then opens up into a large outdoor park. The park can be used as a place for picnics or eating your meals, however, it is against their policy to bring pets or play sports here. The Mall is also connected to a newly renovated movie theater.
13.Biddeford University
Biddeford University is a top notch school for students working to earn a degree of any kind. The campus is massive, and nearly double the size of the Spring Plaza Mall. It is home to thousands of students, and is perfectly capable of housing all of them with the university's student dorms. The dorms consist of at least four large buildings fully equipped to make the students living there comfortable and at home. Then there is the Student Center which consists of a large eating establishment and a gym. Then the various buildings used for studies and lectures. The campus has its own park which is frequently used as a place to practice sports, study, or just hang out. Unfortunately, the Biddeford University is with out a library. Not to fret, there are two libraries that are only a short drive away for the students to use. To make up for the lack of books, the university is home to the city's largest observatory.
14.Sheryl's Way
A shopping district with in walking distance from the Biddeford University Dorms. Much like Dew Point Meadows, it contains all the essentials for day to day needs. A convenience store, a few clothing stores, and some restaurants. A popular place in this district is Sandals, a smoothie place. Typically health nuts like to eat and hang out there. The shopping district is also blessed with an arcade called Jim and Davids. It is the largest arcade in the city, and a popular place for teens and college students to hang. A fun fact or rumor of this shopping district is that it was named after Biddeford's daughter Sheryl whom was famous for her independent attitude and ambition.
15.West Shore High School
West Shore High is sort of self explanatory. It's a high school for teens of all kinds. The school's mascot is the King Crab. This school is a little bit farther from the city, and is located right along the sandy shores of Little Rock Channel.
16.Othello Family Farm
Othello Family Farm has been around for decades, and is still in business today. Not only is it a farm, but also runs a market where fresh produce, dairy, and meat can be purchased. Those who like to eco-friendly are frequent customers here. In fact there is a rumor that Jared Openeski, owner of The Salty Dog, buys a lot of his produce from here. The Othello family is very respected in their community, and are said to have ties to the mayor of Biddeford.
17.The Norva Concert Hall
The Norva is the only concert hall in Biddeford. This would explain why the establishment is so massive. It was designed to hold over a thousand people, unfortunately it is still not capable of handling Biddeford's large population. As a result concerts sell out quickly. In order to make the citizen's happy their have been rumors that two more concert halls will be constructed with in the next few years. For now the residents are just going to have to make due with the Norva. Sometimes people who cannot get into the show, will sit on the beach and listen to the concert from afar with their friends.
18.Little Rock Elementary School
Little Rock Elementary School is only a few blocks away from the convention center. The building also sits along side the channel, and allows for a water side view. The school isn't relatively special in any way, but a lot of people may have some fond memories of the place. Little Rock Elementary School is known to participate in charity work.
19.New Pieces Community Park
New Pieces is a park primarily used by families. People can picnic there, have parties, family gatherigs, and holiday celebrations. Animals are not allowed in this park. A distinct feature of this park is the butterfly garden, and the green house. These areas are full of beautiful flowers, and a small little flower stand is set up next to the green house. The owner of the stand has a special permit from the city yo sell flowers there. Falon Amity Parkinson, the stand's owner, is a popular resident in her community due to the fact that she's both gorgeous and the mayor's daughter.
20.St. Clear’s Missionary Chapel
This church is like any other, save for the fact that it stand out. St. Clear's is known for it's stunning red roof, and lovely choir. The chapel's architecture and design is simply breath taking on the inside, and is considered to be a very wonderful place to get married in. The church's pastor lives on the second floor, and will sometimes allow the homeless inside to rest their head's.
21.Tidewater Community College
A lovely little community college for those who cannot afford to attend school at Biddeford University or out of state. The college is not as large as B.U. but still has its own charm. Unlike BU, TCC has a library that can be used by the students. It also has an observatory, but it isn't as large as the one at BU. Most high school students from West Shore High will attend TCC.
22.Biddeford City Aquarium
The Aquarium has been around for many years, and has had various upgrades since it's founding. It is a very popular place for tourists, and families. Sometimes this establishment can be seen as a wonderful place for a casual date. This place is home to all kinds of aquatic life, but also takes the local environment into account. They like to teach the community what kind of place they are living in regards to local wild life and geography. The Aquarium also conducts tours of the Little Rock Channel and the Bay.
23.Little Rock Beach
Little Rock Beach is pure sandy fun unlike King's Beach which is mostly a boardwalk with docks. Most residents who want to feel the sand in between their toes and the sun's rays on their backs will come to Little Rock Beach. This beach is also much larger than King's beach, but isn't next to the Bay. Instead Little Rock Beach, as the name implies, is located along the banks of the Little Rock Channel. Regardless it is still a great place for family, friends, and couples to meet up for some fun in the sun.
24.Oasis Night Club
Located by the ocean front, Oasis is one of the most popular night clubs in Biddeford. It's open all hours of the week and is known to be a great place for friends to get together for a wild night. Local DJs will play at Oasis, and sometimes even famous DJs will host at the night club. This is also a place for singles to get a much needed "fix", if their lucky that is.
