By Dr. Bill Lipsky– By the time George Cecil Ives (1867–1950) met Oscar Wilde at the prestigious Authors’ Club in London in 1892, he was deeply involved in what he…
One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This (non-fiction – hardcover) by Omar El Akkad On October 25, 2023, after just three weeks of the bombardment of Gaza, Omar…
Everything for Everyone: An Oral History of The New York Commune 2052–2072 by M.E. O’Brien & Eman Ahdelhadi The title and subtitle pretty much say it all. This is a…
Take Me Home With You! Francis is a shy black kitty with a thoughtful nature, taking in the world from a safe distance before deciding when to step forward. Change…
Let’s Go Home! Here is one of the many pets now available for adoption at Oakland Animal Services (OAS): At 90 pounds, Tiger is a big boy with an even…
By Ann Rostow– Keep Hope Alive The best article I’ve read lately is titled “Don’t Believe Him,” by Ezra Klein in The New York Times. The barrage of gasp-inducing headlines,…
In addition to her storied career as a recording artist and live performer, Nadirah Shakoor has developed a popular line of original jewelry. Her works combine beads, charms, and other…
By T-Bone– I was born and raised in San Francisco—some might say hatched; some might say I sprouted. It kind of depends on whom you talk to. The City of…
By Joanie Juster– My friend Sharon is one of the best aunties I know. Whenever her nephew would act irresponsibly, she would give him a stern look and say just…
By Joanie Juster– Here are just a few suggestions where your contributions of money or volunteer time can help. Right now, major battles are being fought and won in courtrooms,…
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