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Judi Oyama: The Skateboarding Pioneer Reclaiming Her Story
Judi Oyama’s mom told her to “be seen, not heard.” Those words, although well intentioned, will not work anymore.
Thanks to a new exhibit at the Japanese American Museum of San Jose (JAMsj) with that same title, Judi...
Silicon Valley Asian Pacific FilmFest Opens With The Rose Documentary and Art of Healing
Last weekend, a Korean rock music documentary opened the Silicon Valley Asian Pacific FilmFest, paired with a visual art show exploring resilience and healing. For a moment, it felt like everything was coming up roses and cherry...
The Who’s Tommy The Musical in San Jose
A lost Tommy Walker finds himself lost in the universe. He struggles with being bullied, witnessing a murder, and dealing with abuse.
Son Volt in Menlo Park
With a dozen albums over 25 years, they don’t have an armful (or fingerful) of Grammy Awards, but a authenticity and Neil Young-esque sound.
Rob Brezsny’s Free Will Astrology for November 4-10, 2026
ARIES (March 21-April 19)
Aries psychologist Abraham Maslow coined the term “peak experiences”: surging upflows of heightened clarity, awe, vitality and love. He also identified...
Dolores Huerta, Farmworker Rights Icon and United Farm Workers Co-Founder, Dies at 96
Dolores Huerta, whose name and face became synonymous with agricultural workers’ nationwide struggles for fair treatment—tirelessly advocating for laborers well into her ninth decade—died Oct. 28...
San Jose Condo-Style ADUs Open a New Path to Homeownership
San Jose now lets accessory dwelling units be sold as condos. Here's how AB 1033 works, the first $530,000 sale, and what buyers should know.
Son Volt in Menlo Park
With a dozen albums over 25 years, they don’t have an armful (or fingerful) of Grammy Awards, but a authenticity and Neil Young-esque sound.
Andre Cruz & the Black Diamond Rhythm Band in San Jose
Heartbreak rarely does much for the person experiencing it, but it has been remarkably good for soul music.
Roger Clyne & PH Naffah in Menlo Park
If the names Roger Clyne & PH Naffah don’t ring a bell, then their 90s alternative rock band, The Refreshments probably will.
Oso Oso in San Jose
Oso Oso powers forward with grinding, meshing, gears-on-fire guitars, smoothest vocals with an edge just shy of Green Day.
Babes in Toyland in Saratoga
This production of Babes In Toyland will be a full concert production with singing, an orchestra, and video productions.
The Smithereens in Saratoga
Songs like “A Girl Like You” and “Blood and Roses” are catchy without being corny, infused with a thin layer of darkness by the lyrics.