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September 2008

Features

Homework: How Much is too Much?

Homework: How Much is too Much?

Here's our annual report cards on public and private high schools. To offer your views on homework, find out what top educators say, get tips on handling the homework load, and find homework...

Fall Fashion

Fall Fashion

This season’s style cues—sculptural designs, impeccable tailoring, and feminine details—evoke the Hollywood icons of the 1940s.

A Labor of Love

A Labor of Love

A 6,000-square-foot work of art started life as a circa 1959 ranch house.

Departments

NFL Meets Friday Night Lights

Fitness: NFL Meets Friday Night Lights

Valley Christian High football has a heavyweight roster—of coaches.

Maui's Newest Ritzy Digs

Getaways: Maui's Newest Ritzy Digs

A major renovation at the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, gives paradise a little extra padding.

Speak of the Devil

An Ongoing Journey

Speak Of The Devil: An Ongoing Journey

Treasure Island Rocks

Speak Of The Devil: Treasure Island Rocks

Eco Nail Paint

Speak Of The Devil: Eco Nail Paint

The Gardener

Speak Of The Devil: The Gardener

Shear Reality

Speak Of The Devil: Shear Reality

Spore Unveiled

Speak Of The Devil: Spore Unveiled

Family Business

Speak Of The Devil: Family Business

Speak Of The Devil: Close Call

East Bay public schools started this school year with fewer teachers, one less Dublin elementary school campus, and cuts to classes due to the state’s ongoing budget mess. Public outcry nudged Governor Schwarzenegger to back off his initial spending plan while districts scrambled to retain as many jobs as possible.

Food Scene

True Tequila

Food Scene: True Tequila

Hail, Lafayette

Food Scene: Hail, Lafayette

Food Scene: September Diablo Dish

Danville residents are in line for a new hangout with the opening of Bridges Restaurant’s long-awaited wine-sipping room and boutique.

Sideboard

Restaurant Review: Sideboard

A new café in Danville is one of the town’s best restaurants.

Cheap Eats

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