February 19 - February 22, 2009
Motley Crew
A photo exhibition of Devendra Banhart and other freak folk artists kicks off Noise Pop 2009. It runs through March 7 at the Eleanor Harwood Gallery. Read more
Nightlife
The Cycles Of Love
Scott Pinkmountain and the Golden Bolts of Tone turns pop in the latest CD, "The Full Sun."
Essentials
Scatterbrain Jamboree 2009, Drum Unity! Benefit for Abdoulaye Diakite and other shows to see this weekend.
Big Screen
War Without End
"Crips and Bloods: Made in America" shows that 40 years later, the combatants have gained no ground.
New Flicks
Check out the movies opening this weekend.
Enders
Time To Spare?
Revel in the Academy Awards at a party, attend a talk on 'Milk' or go a motorcycle show.
Outdoors
Urban Outings: Presidio
The Ecology Trail to Inspiration Point and the "Spire" Hike offers art, history, killer views and a warm cafe.
Chow Down
Bar Bites: Kabab & Karahi
This Telegraph Avenue spot doesn't offer much in the way of atmosphere, but it more than makes up for it with satisfying dishes.
Family
Summer Fun, Year-Round
You might associate the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with sun and surf, but now, in fact, is one of the best times to visit.
Performance
Torah Study
"Rabbi Sam" playwright Charlie Varon puts Judaism, tradition up for scrutiny -- from all sides.
Out Loud
Rage Erased
Ex-punk band front man Sam McPheeters, now a writer, is touring with his spoken-word act.
Under Covers
Russian River Luxury
Staying at the Farmhouse Inn and Restaurant is like overnighting in a model home filled with helpful attendants
Gaming
Virtual Craps
At Thunder Valley, the basics are the same, but technology and odds take some getting used to.
Northern California Casinos
Wanna bet? Here's a list of places throughout the top half of our state.
