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Wander Women: Solo Travel

Female Solo Travel Photo by Luke George Photography I’m a firm believer in the benefits of traveling alone. Whether you’re 18 or 65, experiencing new worlds is a great way to grow as an individual. But a common worry amongst women who dream of traveling abroad is...

Irish Storytellers

Seanchaí: Irish Storytellers I always knew when a story was about to be told. My great aunt Bergetta, from County Cork, would sit back in her chair a bit, cup of tea in hand and she would say, “Weeeil, you know now...” And that was the beginning of a story....

Black History in the Bay Area

Bay Area Black History Black history is fundamentally entwined with the history of the Bay Area. Certainly, this holds true for the rest of California and the country as well, but the Bay Area holds unique stories and significance. Many historical sites are still...
Fundamental Rights for Women

Fundamental Rights for Women

Women's History: Fundamental Rights for Women Standing up for human rights has always taken courage. Many women still fight for their natural human right to exist and experience true freedom. It is one thing to have financial freedom, and it is another thing to have...

Profile: Maximilian Rex Burgess-Shannon

Profile: Maximilian Rex Burgess-Shannon

Maximilian Rex Burgess-Shannon: A Man with a Plan Maximilian Rex Burgess-Shannon. An impressive name for an equally impressive person. A native Benician, you can often find him helping out at various community events and service clubs, such as the Kiwanis. He is an...

Hidden Benicia: Benicia’s Ports

Hidden Benicia: Benicia’s Ports

Hidden Benicia: An Inside Look at Benicia’s Port From the days of the great Matthew Turner and before, oceangoing vessels from around the world have crossed Benicia’s historic waters. So it is today. Mighty ships of immense magnitude—600 feet long, 100 feet wide, 130...

Bar None: The McGlashan

Bar None: The McGlashan

For St. Patrick's Day: The McGlashan Need a little twist on St. Paddy’s Day? How about something a little spicy and sweet to go alongside that cornbeef? No, it's not green, but it's got the orange to go with the Irish flag. I introduce the McGlashan. A good kick in...

Kid Craft Corner: Shamrock Moon Sand

Kid Craft Corner: Shamrock Moon Sand

Those who have touched moon sand can attest to its mesmerizing nature. It’s soft, holds its shape without any water, and seems to fall in slow motion. With the addition of some green dye and golden sparkle, this substance becomes a captivating Saint Patrick’s Day...

Booktails: “Hello Beautiful”

Booktails: “Hello Beautiful”

Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano “Stop thinking about who you were when you were living the wrong life, William. You’re built for the life you’re living now…You can’t fail when you’re doing what you love.” (p. 249) Ann Napolitano grabbed my attention with Dear...

Picket Fences — March 2023

Picket Fences — March 2023

Picket Fences It’s the start of the day in the waterfront town of Benicia, as the residents begin their morning routines, and the Wingates are no different. Angela, who is always the first one up, is making breakfast trying to keep her mind off Connie being in a coma...

Soaring with the Scouts in Benicia

Soaring with the Scouts in Benicia

“When you're an Eagle Scout, it's not I was an Eagle Scout, it’s I am an Eagle Scout, and you are an Eagle Scout for the rest of your life.”  -Brian Weaver We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Brian Weaver, the committee chair for the Scout troops 7 and 9,...

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