Vegan speed daters smile for the camera. Photo: Karine Brighten What, pray tell, does one wear to a speed dating event for vegetarians, vegans, and the veg-curious searching for their perfect match? This reporter flirted with donning her son’s “Meat is Murder” T-shirt, which felt a tad obvious and then promptly opted for her typical […]
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Berkeley does comedy, goes beyond hipsters and dudes
Ali Mafi and Marga Gomez, opening the first Berkeley Gay Comedy Festival on Saturday night at The Marsh. Photo: Kent Taylor By Diana Arbas It’s LGBT Pride Month, and downtown Berkeley’s coming out with a sense of humor. The first ever Berkeley Gay Comedy Festival kicks off at The Marsh Berkeley on Saturday, June 11, […]
Berkeley merchants reach out to raise funds for Japan
As the news from Japan just gets worse, and the images more horrifying, a number of Berkeley merchants are taking action to help the victims of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that took place there last week. Saturn Café, at 2175 Allston Way, is hosting an art show and fundraiser on Thursday 17th, 7-10pm, with all proceeds […]
Peet’s caters to commuters, Saturn opens today
Allie Zimnoch, left, buys an espresso at the new Peet’s at Berkeley’s Downtown BART station. Allie Zimnoch, left, buys an espresso at the new Peet’s at Berkeley’s Downtown BART station. By Rachel Gross Still dragging yourself to BART in the morning with bleary, unfocused eyes and barely stifled yawns? For shame. You no longer need to […]