Lindsay Oxford writes about music, vegan food and pop culture weirdness. She was previously departments editor for Comstock’s magazine and an arts editor at Sacramento News & Review. Other bylines include the Mendocino Beacon, Underscore Music Magazine, and We Are The Mutants. Find her at lindsayoxford.com.
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Considering the Alternative
Capital Region schools navigate increased instruction options during uncertain times
Though it’s not been without growing pains, the past year and a
half has brought together parents, teachers and legislators to
expand educational options.
Art Exposed: Lee Pringle
The founder and artistic director of the Colour of Music Festival highlights the achievements of Black classical musicians and composers
Less than 2 percent of professional classical musicians identify
as Black. Lee Pringle wants to change that.
Art Exposed: Sarah Marie Hawkins
Multimedia artist Sarah Marie Hawkins uses a variety of methods
to tell not just her story, but the stories of many women.
Alverson’s Has It Covered
Family business close-up
Fred Alverson of Alverson’s Fabric and Furniture in Stockton says
upholstery was his calling — though he didn’t always know it.
Cruising Through Change
Family business close-up
Started by Louis Niello in San Francisco as a shop specializing
in repairs and maintenance of Packard automobiles in 1921, The
Niello Company is celebrating four generations of family
ownership.
Art Exposed: Dan Herrera
Photographer and college professor Dan Herrera appreciates
the art of using older or alternative methods in his work; some
of his techniques date back 200 years or more.
Opening the Door to New Beginnings
The newly opened Saint John’s Square, a project associated with Saint John’s Program for Real Change, provides housing to 55 women and children.
Meal Prep Entrepreneurs Saw Big Growth — and Challenges — During the Pandemic
While nearly every other niche of the food industry lost its footing in the pandemic, one had the potential to thrive: meal delivery services.
Bringing Together an ‘Experience’
Pressed Record Cafe — a combination record store, coffee shop and supper club — finds its home in Sacramento
Pressed Record Cafe co-owners Dean Bardouka, Jon Blunck and James Williams have boldly chosen to specialize in three of Sacramento’s most populated business spaces.