This is my personal take on an amazing broad (that’s a compliment) that changed our lives for the better. I won’t profess to be some expert in the field of all things Penny Marshall – I didn’t follow her life and achievements like a fan girl, dissecting her mood through

I recently saw a friend ask Facebook how he could report domestic abuse if he’s a person who does not feel safe involving the police i.e. someone from a marginalized community. The holidays are a time when we reconnect with loved one’s and get a glimpse into what or who,

We’ve all imagined that if we were politicians things would be different, right? They’d be better. But, let’s be honest, do you know how to get on the ballot? How to raise money? How to draft legislation? There’s a reason why so many politicians hold the same office for years.

The holidays usually make people go a little nuts, in good ways and in bad. There are great things that cause people to go crazy and celebrate, like the New Year’s Eve or Halloween decorating competitions. These can make wonderful traditions and experiences that end up being the highlight of

Step into a world of adventure with the Oakland & Berkeley Coffee Passport. There’s no better way to explore The East Bay than to literally drink it in. This passport is amazing, you get 20 coffees drinks at 20 of the East Bay’s best cafes for only $30. The only way it

This is so cool! It’s wrapping paper with some of the best rappers from the 80s & 90s on it! It’s rapping paper! Get this today so that you can wrap all your gifts in it for the Holla-Days! Check them all out right here. Now we know this list

Our new column The Wanderer follows young writer Tess F. Stevens through different threads of San Francisco culture, experiences, and issues. She hopes to challenge, connect and define some of the things we find difficult to put into words.  I love San Francisco. It’s a magical city of opportunity, brimming with

One of the best ways to give back over the holidays is to volunteer in your area. There are many worthy places in the Bay Area to volunteer whether you want to connect with nature, work with kids or play with some very cute dogs. It’s important to remember that