In Harmony Music 20th Anniversary
Celebrating Two Decades of In Harmony Music Photo by Luke George Photography When Justine Chadly moved to Benicia 20 years ago, she was seeking a creative arts program for her young son, who was around the age of one and a half or two. “There was nothing here in town...
Save Our Streets
S.O.S. (Save Our Streets) A citizens’ committee has formed in Benicia with a succinct goal: Save Our Streets. The average Benician understands the state of our roadways simply by virtue of navigating them, day in and day out. Yet there exists a Pavement Condition...
Bar None: Autumn Cider
Autumn Cider The season is changing. You can feel it in the calm Benicia breeze, the foggy mornings roll in and you're craving cozy comfort. Relaxation is key before the holidays ramp up. You'll need something hot to soothe your soul before your relatives show up and...
Gather for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving: The Ties That Bind By Jeannine Mendoza, Ed.D Dinner table photos by Luke George Photography Staging by Le Sparkly Chateau "We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives." John F. Kennedy "The fondest memories are made...
DEATHTRAP: Benicia Theatre Group
Theatre to Die For A dive into Benicia Theatre Group and their new play, DEATHTRAP Brian Hough, the Board President of Benicia Theatre Group (formerly Benicia Old Town Theatre Group), has quite the resume. “For me, I’ve been an actor for many years,” he says. “My...
Gracie’s Old Time Recipes: Fancy Hot Fruit Salad
Gracie's Old Time Recipes: Fancy Hot Fruit Salad We've all got those recipes that have been passed down for generations. In preparation for the upcoming holidays, I'm sharing one of my Aunt Evelyn's treasured dishes. My mom and her three sisters made this every winter...
Booktails: “Motherthing”
Motherthing by Ainslie Hogarth “Eating, love’s natural, bloody conclusion that can never, ever be indulged, because then the thing you love is destroyed. And maybe not destroying the thing you love, resisting that impulse, is the highest expression of love.” Fall is...
Hidden Benicia: Biking the Bridges for a Good Cause
Biking the Bridges for a Good Cause Photos courtesy of the Special Olympics Longtime Benicia resident Craig Snider holds a unique niche in the annals of city life: He owns the record for the fastest “pole to pole” bicycle sprint across the Benicia Bridge. His time: 3...
Nina Krebs: Painting Her Story
Nina Krebs: Painting Her Story When Nina Krebs attended Benicia Arsenal Artists Open Studios in May 2022, she already knew about the Benicia art scene. A visit to Benicia artist Connie Millholland’s studio that day led to the two artists moving into a studio later...
Steve Deutsch Woodwinds and Willow Jewelry
Steve Deutsch Woodwinds and Willow Jewelry A shop of mystery, magic and music Deep in a forest, behind a shallow pond, there is a shop of Magic and Music. There are many signs to guide you to the small shop, because it’s not that easy to find. Also, there’s not...
Picket Fences — October 2023
Picket Fences As a new day dawns on the waves of the Carquinez Strait, it’s a beautiful Saturday morning. Some residents start their weekend morning routine while others begin theirs with hopes of a fresh start. In the kitchen, Payton meets his mother, Angela. "Good...
DaGroup: Benicia Plein Air Painters
DaGroup en plein air On the occasion of his 90th birthday, a dozen friends descended upon Jerrold Turner's home in Benicia with food, drink, cake, and humorous gifts. Not surprisingly, most of the circle of attendees were past or present members of DaGroup, plein air...
Music Appreciation: Supporting our Local Musicians
Music Appreciation Classical Music Month was established by former President Bill Clinton in 1994, recognizing classical music as a celebration of grand artistic excellence during September. Musical legends such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Johann Sebastian Bach,...
Profile: Sean Poynter
Sean Poynter: Healing Through Art One local veteran has found peace through our tiny water community. Sean Poynter is originally from Virgina and is now a nearby neighbor living in Pittsburgh (though he dreams of living in town), a husband, and an Air Force veteran...
