Monica Turner

Contributor to Stark Insider for tech, the arts and All Things West Coast for over 10 years.

The Artist Diaries: Episode #2 ‘Stems and Headlocks’

Last time it was a "Cool it, cat!" This time, a surprise headlock! https://vimeo.com/6726307

Classic movie moment: You’re going to burn for this…

Fans. Winesap. Johnny Favorite. Fans. Chickens. Lisa Bonet. Fans. Harold Angel. Louis... Cyphre. Symbolism reigns supreme in Alan Parker's vastly under-appreciated 1987 film Angel Heart. The soundtrack pulsates. Mickey Rourke, at the absolute top of his game, turns the star power to 11 in a stunning performance. It's a movie worth...

Japanese version of ‘Sideways’ world premiere at Napa Sonoma wine country film festival Sept. 27th

(Los Angles, Ca) Fox International will premiere the much talked about Japanese ‘re-imagination’ of the 2004 Alexander Payne drama “SIDEWAYS” at the Napa Sonoma Wine Country Film Festival on September 27th. The film will wrap the festival with a closing night Gala presentation. Japan born...

Wine and live music in Sonoma’s Middle Reach

Outdoor concert with a view! Shot live on location at the Middle Reach in Sonoma. https://vimeo.com/6709055

On location: Opening night gala at City Lights Theater

Season kickoff @ CLTC with behind the scenes, champagne, interviews, hanging with Judas.

How much would you pay to reduce your commute time?

Money may indeed buy you time. At least if you live in the Bay Area. The highly desirable carpool lane, only available during non-peek hours and to specially marked hybrids and cars with two or more occupants, may soon be all yours... for a price. According to the Merc, the fees...

Brief Encounter podcast and scenes from opening night in San Francisco

Here's a brief podcast on the show with some additional thoughts.

THIRD ANNUAL WINE & EQUINE FESTIVAL RAISES MORE THAN $36,000 FOR SONRISE EQUESTRIAN FOUNDATION

(Castro Valley, CA, September 17)--The SonRise Equestrian Foundation’s 3rd Annual Wine & Equine Festival raised $36,000 on Saturday, September 12th for the nonprofit organization. More than 150 people attended the event, which is the organization’s main source of revenue, accounting for nearly 50 percent of annual operating costs. The festival...
Palmaz Vineyards and Winery

Palmaz Vineyards and Napa wine panel

Loni takes us inside the exclusive winery, now a family affair, in this episode of WineTube TV.

The British Are Coming to A.C.T. with Noël Coward’s Brief Encounter

Kneehigh Theatre's groundbreaking production melds film, theater, and Noël Coward songs. This unique theater event commemorates the legacy of A.C.T.'s historic home as a movie theater during its 100th-anniversary celebratory season. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, July 22, 2009—American Conservatory Theater(A.C.T.) launches its exciting 2009–10 season with the U.S. premiere of the...