Culture: The Caucasian Chalk Circle wasteland transformation project
by Evan Karp John Doyle’s reimagination of Bertolt Brecht’s
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Destination Review: : Richochet Ridge Ranch in Northern California
by Linda Ballou “Shorten your rein, grab mane, prepare to canter,” came from the plucky Lari Shea, owner of Richochet Ridge Ranch. Mounted on a Black Beauty double named Rascal, this petite lady leads countless horse treks through the primordial redwood forests of Northern California. I tried not to think too much about the turkey…
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San Francisco: Snap up emerging art at VIP Party 3.27.10
Bid on more than 140 original artworks by established and emerging artists in live and silent auctions at San Francisco’s premier visual art event. Sip luscious cocktails from the open bar, featuring Pernod Absinthe, and nibble hors d’oeuvres from Thomas John Events catering while bidding on fabulous, affordable local art. Bidding starts at 1/3 of…
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Trademark definitely left its mark on this Southern girl
God, I feel old…and I had been feeling like such a young’en just a few weeks ago when I attended a fascinating dinner event put on by the Northern California chapter of the Explorers Club. The Club’s members include leaders (usually very well-published) in polar exploration, diving, aerospace exploration, archaeology, zoology, physics, oceanography, astronomy, ecology,…
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Delarosa: for not just ANY pizza and beer
Yippee, finally a no-brainer restaurant opens in the Marina. Looking for tasty salads for lunch with the girls? Jonesin’ for a perfectly crisped Roman-styled pizza? Date night? Only have time to grab a brew and some apps before the movie, or wine and dessert after? Chestnut street’s newest hot spot, Delarosa, is your go-to place…
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Wellness: Ancient Wisdom for Your Modern Life: Learn the Basics of Chinese Medicine
by Jenna d’Anna What has evolved into a vast and complex medical system was originally an instinctual, intuitive form of self-care and self-healing. The practice of Chinese medicine dates as far back as five thousand years. Recognizing that humans were inherently linked with the cycles and rhythms of nature, early practitioners aimed to harmonize their…
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Culture: So Close, Yet So Far Away: A San Francisco Staycation
by Carrie Harmon As the song goes “I’ve got lots of friends in San Jose. Do you know the way to San Jose? Can’t wait to get back to San Jose.” Well Dionne, I too have lots of friends in San Jose. But we can’t wait to get away and take a break! So then…
