August 2009

A philanthropist fights to get cutting-edge treatment for cancer patients.

By Andrea Lampros

An East Bay cop tells how to protect kids from online dangers—without banning computers and cell phones.

By Martha Ross

Shops stirring in the East Bay

By Melanie Stiles

	Speak Of The Devil: Tiki Roots Drink dreams in Oakland By Ethan Fletcher
	Speak Of The Devil: Football Legend Pleasanton's Rod Woodson to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. By LeeAnne Jones
	Speak Of The Devil: Circus Showman 24-year-old Richmond native leads the Greatest Show on Earth By Peter Crooks
	Speak Of The Devil: Swirl, Sip and Swing Livermore wine maker pairs up with Annika Sorenstam By Peter Crooks
	Speak Of The Devil: Radar — August Raiders hosting the 'Boys; Aerosmith rockin' in Concord; and Going Green in San Ramon. By Peter Crooks
	Speak Of The Devil: Hello, Good-bye Girl Marsha Mason's new Cal Shakes role in Happy Days By Peter Crooks

Gal Fest 2009 is underway at this Danville tapas bar.

By Michaela Jarvis

Photography by Cedric Glasier

By Julie Miller Dowling

Fourth annual Urban Wine Experience coming to town.

By J.M.D.

East Bay homeowners now becoming...chicken owners.

By Michaela Jarvis

Inexpensive Mexican (including those great crispy tacos) in the Tri-Valley.

By Ethan Fletcher

Web Extra: East Bay Animal Shelters
	Web Extra: Web Exclusive: Bay Area Native A Pioneer in Convertible Jewelry Debra Mitchell blazes the trail with her convertible jewelry line, Twisted Silver By Alissa Fiset
	Web Extra: Web Exclusive: Urban Outfitters Now Sells Custom-Made Bikes Online Just when you thought they sold it all, Urban Outfitters begins selling bicycles By Alissa Fiset
	Web Extra: Santa Cruz's Restored Dream Inn and Aquarius Restaurant A classic coastal hotel receives a four-star upgrade, and adds a terrific new restaurant. By Peter Crooks