Uncategorized Oakland Symphony’s joyful holiday celebration pays tribute to Aretha Franklin By Lou Fancher | December 10, 2019 The mix of symphonic music, gospel-based compositions, and Franklin’s iconic pop songs brings out the joy of the season.
Arts & Entertainment Cal Performances preview: New-music ensemble Eighth Blackbird By Lou Fancher | December 10, 2019 The performance will feature a Bay Area premiere by San Francisco composer, performer, and electronic musician Pamela Z.
Family & Kids Piedmont parents and students explore new views on identity and diversity By Sarah Belle Lin | December 6, 2019 Workshops explored the concept of “intersectionality,” and learned how Piedmont is not as homogenous as people assume.
Featured in Category Reader Recipe | Raclette: A melty, cheesy, communal meal By Jeff Diamond | December 6, 2019 A traditional cool-weather treat for friends and family
Arts & Entertainment Best Bets for the Weekend | December 6 – 8 By The Artful Observer | Local News Matters | December 6, 2019 Nutcrackers galore, and other holiday entertainment; Harry Potter begins its SF run; monologuist Josh Kornbluth in Berkeley; and more.
Around Town Cub Scouts learn how to program a robot By Heidi Upton, resident | December 5, 2019 Scouts head to the Apple store “Coding Camp.”
Around Town Elves (aka city staff and volunteers) prepare for annual tree lighting By Exedra Staff | December 3, 2019 It takes a team of volunteers and city workers to decorate the towering redwood in the center of town for the Dec. 4 community event.
Arts & Entertainment In The Artist’s Studio | Winter Open Studios in Sausalito, Dec 6-8 By Katie Korotzer | December 3, 2019 This is a great time to venture over the bridge to meet artists and view art in this historic setting from the WWII ship building industry.
Arts & Entertainment SF Symphony violinist Florin Parvulescu returns to PCA on Dec. 8 By Lou Fancher | December 3, 2019 Parvulescu will be joined by pianist Samantha Cho, bringing a repertoire that includes Bach, Liszt, Scarlatti, and Faure.
Arts & Entertainment Theater Review: The Tale of Despereaux at Berkeley Rep By Lou Fancher | December 3, 2019 A delightful, richly-rewarding production that will please children and adults alike.