Issue: October 21, 2004
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A desperate measure
Even the people who are supporting Measure A call it flawed. While doling out some money to various projects, it overlooks the sprawling big picture.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Ed Caden’s lament
Another whistleblower insists the prison system’s deadly code of silence remains unbroken.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Regeneration X
Virtually everyone wants to continue funding libraries. So, how could Measure X possibly fail?
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Letters for October 21, 2004
Love, hate, or indifference—readers express their opinions—sometimes about each other.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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The world needs action
It’s not enough just to be a good person; you have to act to change the world.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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My $5 groom
Or how I helped preserve the sanctity of marriage with a complete stranger fresh out of jail.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Hippie poet provocateur
Brooklyn native Gene Bloom connects the dots from Greenwich Village to Luna’s Café.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Open mouth, insert elevator shoe
Brand-new “Arena,” same old Arnold.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Perfect circle
Constellation Paintings 2002-2004, painter Joan Moment’s latest exploration of the circle, now on display at JayJay, has been extended through November 5.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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The freewheeling Jackie Greene
Everyone in Sacramento knows Jackie Greene is a star waiting to happen. In September, a Monterey Jazz Festival audience discovered him, too.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Desperate longings
Local writer Lynn Freed writes short stories about desperate desires and the distances between people.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Arthur Blessitt
A hilarious 1972 sonic nugget from the man who led our current president to Jesus.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Whiskey Yankee Tango Bravo
A poem by David Humphreys of Stockton.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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The falafel factor
A local indie-rock band compilation dedicated to defeating an incumbent president transcends its limited purpose.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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No need for Prozac
Be uplifted by Arthur Miller’s drama about the Depression era, The American Clock.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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By the Bog of Cats
Looking for a scary Halloween drama? Try California Stage’s By the Bog of Cats for a chilling update on a classic Greek tragedy.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Food Stuff
A Marysville coffeeshop may surprise you with its baked goods, biscuits and gravy, and wholesome soups.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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The deepest blues
Son Seals plays Big Mike’s Sunday-afternoon barbecue at the Horsemen’s Club on October 24, with Byther Smith and Magic Slim.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Colvin and Ayler
Four bands, three venues, two breakups and one missing member.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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The M.O.B. Project
Some local musicians jump on the “Dump Bush” bandwagon.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Mama’s Pride
Mama’s Pride is not an R&B group, but its debut CD is not without its charms.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Elroy and Judy alert
Two pretty good consecutive nights at Old I: Didley Squat (with Giant Squid, Frienemy and the B-Sexuals) and the Arlenes (with Deke Dickerson).
This article was published on 10.21.04
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Jezebel wringing
Woman Thou Art Loosed is a gritty moral tale, adapted from a book and play by African Methodist Episcopal Church Bishop T.D. Jakes.
This article was published on 10.21.04
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