By Eduardo Morales, Ph.D.– With the holiday season upon us, I am reminded how my mother first reacted to the story of Santa Claus. My sister is the one who…
By Kippy Marks– (Editor’s Note: This issue of the San Francisco Bay Times launches a new column by musician Kippy Marks concerning the Grand Ducal Council of San Francisco, which…
By Jewelle Gomez– I grew up around bars. My father was a bartender; when I visited him on weekends, his patrons greeted me with open arms though my head barely…
For over 40 years, Tenderloin Tessie Holiday Dinners has fed the community of San Francisco on Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Volunteers work hard to prepare a bountiful meal and a…
By Dr. Tim Seelig– If you are an occasional reader of this column, you know I love telling stories and sometimes wacky analogies. Two months ago, I regaled you with…
By Donna Sachet– As many of our readers undoubtedly know, thanks to Facebook and other social media tools, we recently spent a week in sunny Palm Springs for their Pride…
Photos by Rink Known by many as the “Top Lesbian Party of the Year,” NCLR’s annual gala and dinner took place for 2022 on Friday, November 11, at the Marriott…
Starting performances tonight, San Francisco Playhouse breathes new life into the Bard’s beloved play As You Like It as an imaginative musical, perfect for audiences of all ages this holiday…
By Sister Dana Van Iquity– Words of Wisdumb from a Fun Nun– Sister Dana sez, “HAPPY THANKSGIVING to everyone! But I prefer to call it ‘ThanksGAYing,’ because I am thankful to be…
By Dave Karraker and Terrance Alan– The holidays are upon us, and the Castro is ready for another bright, joyful, and busy season as we greet residents and tourists to the city’s…
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