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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...

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...

Welcoming in Spooky Season

A very spooky spread Gather the kids for this hauntingly fun Halloween spread! Spend some time together brewing a magic potion, whipping up spooky treats, and telling ghastly ghost stories. Happy Halloween!Kid Craft Corner: Magic Potion By Bitsy Hall, M.Ed. and owner...
In Harmony Music 20th Anniversary

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

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

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...

DEATHTRAP: Benicia Theatre Group

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...

Booktails: “Motherthing”

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...

Nina Krebs: Painting Her Story

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

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 — 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: 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...

Profile: Sean Poynter

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...

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