10 international authors bringing the world to Berkeley this weekend
[Sponsored] The Bay Area Book Festival put together this cross-section of international authors you can see for yourself this weekend in downtown Berkeley.
Longtime Berkeley safari specialist presents conservation documentary
[Sponsored] Next Adventure invites you to see 'Tribe vs Pride,' the amazing story of the relationship between wildlife conservation initiatives and age-old cultural traditions.
Ahead of Bay Area Book Festival, Katherine Applegate talks about writing with youth in mind
[Sponsored] In advance of her appearance at the Bay Area Book Festival, Katherine Applegate talks about her new book, 'Wishtree,' and the craft of writing for a younger audience.
‘The role of the writer is to break the silence’
[Sponsored] In response to #MeToo, the Bay Area Book Festival has created Women Lit, a collective of women helping to bring female writers to the April 28-29 festival in Berkeley.
Ahead of Bay Area Book Festival, resources for aspiring writers
[Sponsored] The Bay Area Book Festival has compiled a round-up of local groups, classes, resources and inspirations to help you move on to the next chapter of your writing career.
Home Truths: Despite tax changes, uncertain climate, East Bay real estate market set for growth
[Sponsored] The residential market is positioned to continue on a steady path of growth in 2018.
Here are the benefits of obtaining your medical marijuana card in 2018
[Sponsored]: If you think obtaining a medical weed card in 2018 isn’t worth it, these benefits may make you become a cannabis patient in the new year.
Home Truths: 10 steps to take for your home in case of natural disasters
[Sponsored] We count on our homes to stay standing, but natural disasters happen. Here are the essential home insurance steps to take, both before and after a disaster.
Spotlight: Sustainable lighting maker forges local partnerships
[Sponsored] Metro Lighting on San Pablo Avenue is proud to be unabashedly local — a slow goods manufacturer of customized lighting that has been operating in Berkeley for 24 years.
Bayhill High School educates bright students with learning differences
[Sponsored] When a child has dyslexia, ADHD or another learning disability, they often feel like a square peg in a round hole. Bayhill focuses on their strengths.
Local garden design firm creates urban retreat
The owners of this new garden in North Berkeley got everything they wanted and more: a peaceful outdoor living space, beautiful plants and bountiful edibles.
Project Juice’s grand opening to benefit Berkeley Public Schools Fund
[Sponsored] Support a local cause, celebrate and get free juice and smoothies at the grand opening on Fourth Street on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Home Truths: The hidden reason behind Berkeley’s housing crisis
[Sponsored] There are many factors contributing to the housing crisis, including a severe shortage of new houses, but one often-overlooked reason is state and federal taxes.
Spotlight: Belmont Village Senior Living now open in Albany
[Sponsored] The university-affiliated senior housing project is a first for the Bay Area.
San Francisco Jewish Film Festival opens July 20, offering movies, parties, more
The 37th San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, presented by the Jewish Film Institute, presents 65 films, parties, events and special performances, from July 20 to Aug. 6.
Spotlight: Kids Gym Berkeley offers co-workspace and X-Fit with onsite childcare
[Sponsored]: Kids Gym Berkeley offers co-workspace and X-Fit training with onsite childcare. Read about the facility and take advantage of a special Berkeleyside reader offer.
