Treat yourself to a history-filled day in Oakland: visit the Victorian home of California’s “Earthquake Governor,” stroll in the park-like cemetery with fascinating…
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The three exhibitions [I saw in London and Oakland this January] were particularly eye-opening to me with regard to the number of talented,…
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Mid-century modern design is more popular than ever, and authentic pieces by those masters of simple, timeless design are getting VERY expensive.Even knock-offs…
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Swedish ‘lagom’ is easy to apply in other cultures, especially to things that are measurable and quantifiable
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A little over a year ago, we bought a charming 1952 time capsule of a house. In the year that followed we spent…
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The ensuing discussion highlighted that volunteering can in fact bring tangible benefits for everyone involved. Wine Women volunteers can build a new skill…
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With a familiar wine, it is easy to detect an off-smell or a funky taste. Winemakers always notice something unusual about their own…
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Please learn something new today and revel in what Roger Savy says about women: “Their minds are more open, they are prepared to…
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The Hess Collection has many ingredients for an easy, enjoyable visit: a short drive from downtown Napa, a tranquil location amidst forests and…
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Visit Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars for its celebrated history and archetypal Napa Valley Cabernets. Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars (with the apostrophe inside) was…
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