Doves/Bombs, a multimedia exhibition curated by Chad Abbley, Matt Gonzalez, and Shrey Purohit, will open on November 16th at Pelota Gallery on Treasure Island, exploring the tension between peace and conflict in a powerful message about conflicting ideals.

The Bay Area is home to a variety of churches, including those that incorporate jazz into worship, use hallucinogenic drugs in their services, and offer unusual spiritual powers, all in order to provide community and perks from Uncle Sam.

The Oakland Symphony Chorus and Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir performed a rousing performance of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana, accompanied by a full orchestra, at the Paramount Theater, leaving the audience on their feet in a standing ovation.

“The CJM’s sabbatical will allow for innovative ideation and experimentation, as well as exploration of new ways to reach wider audiences. This temporary closure will enable The Museum to thoroughly evaluate its financial framework and engage in intense planning and organizational assessment, with the clear goal of emerging as a more resilient organization.”

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is prepared to challenge President-elect Donald Trump’s potential rollback of reproductive health rights and pursue a national abortion ban, using his personal experience and the state’s laws to protect women’s rights.

The other day, my husband sent me a video of our baby girl chewing on one of her favorite toys. We’re in the teething stage of parenthood, so she will chew on anything and everything these days—sticks, our noses, broken flower pots, the cage she sleeps in at night.  Raising

    “Lights, Camera, Bitch, Smile!”by Vanessa Gil, Arts & Events Editor It’s time to make small, joyful moments for ourselves. The company of friends, snuggling with pets, eating your favorite meal. While the world is not in the best place, there’s still happy moments to exist in. Here’s what I’m