Arts+Culture

Free Will Astrology

For the week of Oct. 22, 2020 By Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): “I’ve been told that nobody sings the word ‘hunger’ like I…


The Vow and what it means to be a documentary rubbernecker

There’s a guilt that comes with infotainment rubbernecking, wanting to see the most salacious bits first, wanting the weirdo to get weirder sooner. It’s a human impulse that existed long before The Vow, but it’s tougher knowing that the documentary’s subjects are in the thick of their own healing as they work to help others disentangle themselves from NXIVM.




Planet V: Celebrating veganism contact-free

However you choose to enjoy October’s vegan bounty, recognize that it’s a tough time for restaurants in general, let alone those adding menu items in slim times. Show gratitude, TIP WELL and TIP OFTEN.


Free Will Astrology

For the week of Oct. 15, 2020 By Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): Would you be willing to meditate on how you might become…


Opening Easy Diner in uneasy times

The owners of Bambi Vegan Tacos food truck prepare to open the Easy Diner on I Street as other Sacramento restaurants close during pandemic Dozens…


Free Will Astrology

For the week of Oct. 8, 2020 By Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): “A person’s best ally is someone who takes care of herself,”…






All in the family

Green Acres is growing with a new nursery in Citrus Heights and acquiring Eisley Nursery in Auburn Gardening is a booming business—again—as more people discovered…



Free Will Astrology

For the week of Oct. 1, 2020 By Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): “I am, indeed, a king, because I know how to rule…