Bay Area BART bidding farewell to paper tickets after more than 50 years, switches to Clipper-only By Kathleen Kirkwood | Bay City News | November 27, 2023 The change took effect Nov 30 as BART rolled out new fare gates that won’t accept the old paper/magstripe tickets.
food Why do people get red wine headaches? UC researchers may have figured out the culprit By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | November 26, 2023 Although more research is needed to say definitively, the culprit appears to be linked to a plant pigment found in greater quantities in red wine.
Books Pride flag gone. Library books under review. The new era of backlash politics in California By Alexei Kosoff | CalMatters | November 25, 2023 Lacking power at the state level, conservatives are leaning into local governance as a form of protest against liberal California.
California Why long-term care insurance falls short for so many By Jordan Rau, KFF Health News and JoNel Aleccia | KFF Health News | November 25, 2023 The private insurance market has proved wildly inadequate in providing financial security for millions of older Americans, in part by underestimating how many policyholders would use their coverage.
Arts & Entertainment SF Opera hopes for new fans with interactive ‘Encounter’ By James Ambroff-Tahan | Bay City News Foundation | November 24, 2023 This Friday's immersive opera experience includes casino games, staged burlesque, a dance floor, and a multitude of roving performers.
Arts & Entertainment Review: SF Playhouse puts on magical ‘Guys and Dolls’ By Jean Schiffman | Bay City News Foundation | November 24, 2023 This small scale production is a terrific way to experience a hit Broadway musical.
Health Matters A guide to long-term care insurance By Jordan Rau | KFF Health News | November 24, 2023 Deciding when, or whether, to buy long-term care insurance can be complex. Here’s what to know.
Arts & Entertainment Best Bets: Christmas in the Park, ‘Holmes for the Holidays,’ SF Opera’s ‘Elixir of Love,’ and ‘1984’ By The Artful Observer, Bay City News Foundation | November 22, 2023 Last week marked the beginning of the holidays -- so mark your calendar for the many ways to enjoy the season around the Bay Area.
Arts & Entertainment Unique, affordable artwork on display at upcoming East Bay Open Studios By Oakland Art Murmur | November 21, 2023 Free, family-friendly self-guided tour of the East Bay’s unique art scene on December 2 and 3.
Around Town Berkeley Symphony Chamber Series offers holiday woodwind concert at 801 Magnolia By Berkeley Symphony | November 21, 2023 Get into the spirit of the season with 'Holiday Winds' on Sunday, December 3.