does anybody besides us remember going to the movies with your family on holidays? it's been a tradition of ours for some time. in fact, we saw another spielberg film, west side story, in a theater last year (although certainly not in 2020). this … [Read more...] about (:)(:)(:)(:) four snouts up for thanksgiving at the movies with spielberg’s the fabelmans.
sacramento, california
Gavin Newsom squandered his good name in this election
Gavin Newsom’s abuse of his good name in this election will slow the pace of climate action in California and make environmental leaders less likely to trust him. I left the country on Nov. 7, 2022, the day before the US national election. As I … [Read more...] about Gavin Newsom squandered his good name in this election
bill’s california and sacramento ballot measure recommendations
By guest columnist Bill Magavern These opinions are my own. Please feel free to forward them, or to send me comments of a civil nature (no rants, please). STATEWIDE PROPOSITIONS PROP 1, REPRODUCTIVE FREEDOM — YES Put on the ballot by … [Read more...] about bill’s california and sacramento ballot measure recommendations
living in community as an example of the abundance of the universe
whether i’m aware of it or not, i live in an abundant universe. as a spiritual being having a spiritual experience in a human body on a human plane, i am capable of experiencing that all my needs–both individually and collectively–are met. but at … [Read more...] about living in community as an example of the abundance of the universe
Smart People at Cap Stage is Worth Seeing
I cringed when I first read about the play Smart People, playing now at Capital Stage theater in Sacramento through July 24th. First the title, coupled with the promo phrase "It is the eve of Obama’s first election. Four of Harvard University’s … [Read more...] about Smart People at Cap Stage is Worth Seeing
4 face Masks for Localis Restaurant in Sacramento—this is how to celebrate during COVID
Last Friday we celebrated our daughter’s birthday with yet another takeout meal. Except it wasn’t just another takeout meal. It was a takeout meal from Localis Restaurant (at 21st and S streets in midtown Sacramento). My husband and I had been to … [Read more...] about 4 face Masks for Localis Restaurant in Sacramento—this is how to celebrate during COVID
Delicious Food & Outdoor Dining at Urban Roots Brewing & Smokehouse–1322 V St., Sacramento
I'd heard my family mention Urban Roots positively a few times but never actually stored the information anywhere I could retrieve it (code for: I can't remember stuff like this until I actually go and even then its touch and go). Anyway on … [Read more...] about Delicious Food & Outdoor Dining at Urban Roots Brewing & Smokehouse–1322 V St., Sacramento
5 Snouts Up for Aaron Sorkin’s The Trial of the Chicago 7
https://youtu.be/OAaZIfeQzT0 (:)(:)(:)(:)(:) a rare 5 snouts up for Aaron Sorkin’s The Trial of the Chicago 7 on Netflix now. With the exception of The Social Network I pretty much love everything Sorkin has created, starting with A Few … [Read more...] about 5 Snouts Up for Aaron Sorkin’s The Trial of the Chicago 7
bill magavern’s 2020 california (& sacramento) ballot recommendations
Click a recommendation below to link to the rationale (or just scroll down). California State Measures Prop 14 - More borrowing for stem cell research☒ Prop 15 - Higher commercial property taxes☑ Prop 16 - A return to affirmative … [Read more...] about bill magavern’s 2020 california (& sacramento) ballot recommendations
why this still angry sanders supporter is voting biden-harris (even in california)
dear sanders supporters and green party voters and people who are thinking of not voting because there’s no difference between Trump and Biden, [first of all, if you are someone who is not angry at the leadership of the democratic party for … [Read more...] about why this still angry sanders supporter is voting biden-harris (even in california)
california governor gavin newsom burns political future by burning more gas
while the whole state’s future goes up in flames from the ravages of climate change, california governor gavin newsom looks back to governor gray davis’s recall in the 2003 instead of to the political, moral and existential necessity of a green … [Read more...] about california governor gavin newsom burns political future by burning more gas
5 masks for a safe and efficient experience at the dmv—in a pandemic! (sacramento broadway branch)
have i got your attention? if there ever was a “man bites dog” headline, this is it—dmv efficient and safe? in a pandemic, what? during the pandemic, i had occasion to visit the largest dmv in sacramento, twice, a month apart, and i was impressed. … [Read more...] about 5 masks for a safe and efficient experience at the dmv—in a pandemic! (sacramento broadway branch)