Author Archives: Q-tips

GHOSTS caught on film (photos of the paranormal) by Dr. Melvyn Willin Mrs. Q says: Enjoyed this book. Interesting reading about every aspect of the paranormal is explored from early images of psychics, mediums and ghostly happenings, to more recent … Continue reading →

BIG EYES – BIG EYES is based on the true story of Walter Keane (Christoph Waltz), who was one of the most successful painters of the 1950s and early 1960s. The artist earned staggering notoriety by revolutionizing the commercialization and … Continue reading →

DOGS THAT KNOW WHEN OWNERS ARE COMING HOME (and other unexplained powers of animals) by Rupert Sheldrake Mrs. Q says: Is it just that they know the routine or is it something else? Great book about not just dogs, but … Continue reading →

“The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies,” “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies” brings to an epic conclusion the adventures of Bilbo Baggins, Thorin Oakenshield and the Company of Dwarves. Having reclaimed their homeland from the Dragon … Continue reading →

Seymour Marine Discovery Center– 100 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, (831)459-3800, seymourcenter.ucsc.edu Hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 10 AM to 5 PM July and August open on Mondays also. Adults $8, Seniors (65 and older) $6, Students (with ID) $6, … Continue reading →

BOVINE BAKERY 23 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA 94952, (707) 789-9556, thebovinebakery.com Q-TIPS SAY: DEEEELICOUS!! Organic, handmade pastries, organic coffee and espresso. Great cookies, Mrs. Q had the oatmeal/raisin/coconut and Mr. Q had the chocolate chip and also Peanut butter. Went … Continue reading →

SAX’S JOINT -317 Petaluma Blvd S, Petaluma, CA 94952, (707) 559-3021, saxsjoint.com Q-Tips say: Don’t miss this one! The diner is decorated in bubblegum pink, black and white checkerboard, and chrome, and play a steady stream of ’50s and early … Continue reading →

JACUZZI FAMILY WINERY – 24724 Arnold Dr., Sonoma, CA 95476, (866) 522-8693 jacuzziwines.com Q-Tips say: GO AND ENJOY! You can’t beat it anywhere! FREE wine tasting. YES, FREE! Also, should you be fortunate to get “FRED” as your host, he … Continue reading →

GIRL & the FIG – 110 W Spain St., Sonoma, CA 95476, (707) 938-3634, thegirlandthefig.com Q-Tips say: Go and enjoy! Nice ambiance, great drinks and service and a nice happy hour – the bar area was full. Our choices were: … Continue reading →

JACK’S OYSTER BAR – 336 Water St., Oakland, CA 94607, Jack London Square, (510) 271-7952, HOURS: Monday – Thursday 11:30 – 9:30, Friday & Saturday 11:30 – 10:00, Sunday 11:00 – 9:00 jacksoakland.com Q-Tips say: GO FOR IT! The best … Continue reading →