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Golden Bay Times Sports Ticker ••••••••••• FRI November 14, 2025 ••••••••••• updated at 9:44am •••••••••••Yesterday's Scores •••••••••••• SAN JOSE SHARKS @ Calgary Flames L 0-2 •••••••••••Today's Schedule ••••••••••• SACRAMENTO KINGS @ Minnesota Timberwolves 5:00pm ••••••••••• GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS @ San Antonio Spurs 6:30pm •••••••••••

San Francisco Bay Area Headlines

Sacramento Valley Headlines

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Top Five Entertainment Picks: November 2025

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	49ers vs Rams Levi's Stadium / Santa Clara 9	Kings vs Nuggets Golden 1 Center / Saramento 11	Barracuda vs Reign Tech CU Arena / San Jose 15	Sharks vs Kings SAP Center / San Jose 20	Warriors vs Rockets Levi's Stadium / Santa Clara 26
LIVE THEATRE
	THE WOMAN IN BLACK Center Rep / Berkeley Opens NOV 5	ANNIE Berkeley Rep / Berkeley Opens NOV 7	CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Masquers / Richmond Opens NOV 14	CHICAGO Harris Center / Folsom Opens NOV 18	KINKY BOOTS SJ Arts Center / San Jose Opens NOV 28
CONCERTS
	BRYAN ADAMS SAP Center / San Jose 19	ROBERT PLANT FOX Theatre / Oakland 19	BILLIE EILISH Chase Center / San Francisco 22-23	JOHN LEGEND Thunder Valley / Lincoln 22	AIR SUPPLY Thunder Valley / Lincoln 25
COMEDY
	AZIZ ANSARI Graton Casino / Rohnert Park 7	TREVOR NOAH Thunder Valley / Lincoln 7	LUENELL Tommy T's / Pleasanton 14-15	JOHN MULANEY San Francisco Masonic Center 20-22	NANCY LEE Laughs Unlimit. / Sacramento 21-22

Lifestyle & Recreation

LIFESTYLE, FOOD

Spanish Sunshine Hits First Street in Livermore

A fresh culinary breeze blows that smells unmistakably of Spain...

LIFESTYLE, HEALTH

Hip-Hop Finds Its Healthy Groove When hip-hop in the Bay starts swapping late-night drive-thrus for green juice and salads, you know something’s shifting....

LIFESTYLE / RECREATION

Hiking the Buttes, Where Nature Sets the Pace

Ever wonder what lies inside the world’s smallest mountain range?...

Travel: California & Beyond

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Reviews

MOVIE Review - Updated Weekly -		MUSIC Review - Updated Weekly -	BOOK Review - Updated Weekly -	CONCERT Review	LIVE THEATRE Review
COMING SOON //		The Life of a Showgirl Taylor Swift Taylor Swift trades fairytales for footlights in her new album The Life of a Showgirl. It’s glitzy, honest, and completely emotional.	Ozzy Osbourne Last Rites Ozzy’s final book Last Rites isn’t just a memoir, it’s a gut punch. Even if you’ve never been a fan, this one will get you in the feels.	Dua Lipa Chase Center / San Francisco Dua Lipa lit up San Francisco’s Chase Center on Sunday night with a dazzling, high-energy show that shook the waterfront venue.	COMING SOON //
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	PRODUCT Review COMING SOON //

California Attractions News

		• WED NOV 12, 2025 • Lucas Museum: A New Galaxy Rises in Exposition Park Los Angeles, CA - fter years of anticipation and a few bumpy delays, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art has finally locked in its opening date for September 22, 2026, bringing a new cultural heavyweight to Los Angeles. Nestled in Exposition Park, the museum looks like a spaceship landed in the heart of the city, thanks to visionary architect Ma Yansong. Backed by Star Wars creator George Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson, the museum will showcase over 40,000 works ranging from comic art and classic paintings to photography and film memorabilia. Visitors can expect to see pieces from Norman Rockwell, Frida Kahlo, and even original Star Wars concept art. The 300,000-square-foot space includes 100,000 square feet of galleries across five floors, along with a library, two theaters, classrooms, a café, and a massive green rooftop park. Though it was supposed to open much earlier, construction setbacks and the pandemic stretched the timeline. Now, with the finish line in sight, the Lucas Museum is set to become a new epicenter for art that tells a story, blending highbrow and pop culture in a way few museums dare to try. It’s bold, ambitious, and finally happening. Image Created By: The Golden Bay Times Graphics Dept.

		• WED NOV 12, 2025 • LA Zoo: Orange You Glad He's Here Los Angeles, CA - Deep in the shady vines of Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens’s Red Ape Rain Forest exhibit, a tiny flame-haired new arrival is making big waves. On October 10, 2025, 43-year-old orangutan mother Kalim gave birth to a baby boy, the first baby of the critically endangered Bornean orangutan species born at the zoo in nearly 15 years. Zoo officials say Kalim and her 31-year-old mate Isim are now proudly parenting the little guy, and after a month behind the scenes the newborn has made his public debut, giving visitors the rare chance to watch a primate family in action. The birth is more than just cute monkey business, it’s a meaningful step in conservation as Bornean orangutans face grave threats from habitat loss, palm oil expansion and climate shifts. Park keepers highlight that mother orangutans invest deep, long-term care (up to eight years between births) so each new infant has outsized importance. Until the baby receives a name (the zoo hasn’t yet decided whether to hold a public naming contest), he and Kalim are the stars of the exhibit. For zoo-goers, this adorable new addition offers more than laughter and selfies, it’s a reminder that every creature counts and that hope, sometimes, swings in from the treetops. Image Created By: The Golden Bay Times Graphics Dept.

		• SAT NOV 8, 2025 • China Beach: Shutdown Can’t Stop the Surf at China Beach San Francisco, CA - In a classic case of “we’ll take matters into our own hands,” locals in San Francisco have reopened China Beach, a small, scenic cove that’s part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, despite the ongoing federal government shutdown. When the shutdown hit on October 1st, the beach was closed because the National Park Service could no longer fund maintenance and staffing. Not one to sit around, local swimmer David Yacubian launched a fundraising campaign, gathered about $2,500, and signed an agreement with the park service to pay the roughly $130 per day that’s required to keep the beach open. Thanks to that effort, the beach reopened in early November and will stay open at least until November 19, though if the shutdown drags on, the group is ready to raise more. On one level this is a feel-good story of community action; on another it’s a not-so-subtle sign that when federal systems falter, local folks pick up the slack. Image Created By: The Golden Bay Times Graphics Dept.

		• FRI OCT 24, 2025 • California's Great America: Can Travis Kelce Keep the Coasters Rolling at Great America? Santa Clara, CA - Travis Kelce isn’t just scoring touchdowns anymore, he might be helping save California’s Great America. The NFL star just teamed up with activist investment firm Jana Partners to buy a nearly 9 percent stake in Six Flags Entertainment, which owns the beloved Santa Clara theme park. That’s a big deal because the park’s future has looked shaky since its land was sold in 2022 and its lease set to expire in 2028. Kelce, a self-proclaimed amusement park fanatic, says he wants to help make Six Flags magical again for the next generation. Jana Partners, known for shaking things up, is pushing for better leadership and park improvements, and with Kelce’s fame behind the effort, investors are paying attention. Six Flags stock soared nearly 18 percent on the news, signaling new hope for struggling parks across the chain. For Bay Area families who grew up on the thrills of Great America, this bold investment could mean the park doesn’t just survive, it could thrive well beyond its expected closure date. With Kelce now part of the team, it’s not just football fans cheering, but coaster lovers too. Image Created By: The Golden Bay Times Graphics Dept.

		• TUE OCT 21, 2025 • Disney's California Adventure: Still Making a Splash Three Decades Later Anaheim, CA - Halloween at the California Academy of Sciences isn’t just fun, it’s intelligently eerie. On Friday, October 24, the Academy throws open its doors after hours for SuperNatural, a grown up friendly night where science gets spooky and the party glows with curiosity. Guests can shake their bones at a silent disco in Steinhart Aquarium, satisfy their sweet tooth at trick or treat stations, and marvel at live animal encounters that feature creatures who creep, crawl, and slither. The whole museum transforms into a Halloween playground, from a ride that tests your scream factor to mad scientist displays full of bizarre specimens. Visitors can DIY some creepy crafts, get decked out with otherworldly face paint, snap selfies at a ghostly photo booth, and teens even get their own exclusive lounge with games and snacks. With the planetarium running cosmic shows and the rainforest dome shimmering in themed lighting, this event turns Golden Gate Park into an after dark natural wonderland. General admission starts at $60 for adults, $45 for youth, with VIP perks for early birds. Costumes are encouraged, and past years have seen everything from jellyfish to Jurassic creatures. This isn’t your average Halloween bash. It’s a celebration for the curious, the creative, and the courageously costumed. Image Created By: The Golden Bay Times Graphics Dept.

		• TUE OCT 21, 2025 • Universal Studios: Still Making a Splash Three Decades Later Studio City, CA - What began as a gutsy live show based on a 1995 box office flop has become one of Universal Studios Hollywood’s most iconic attractions. “WaterWorld: A Live Sea War Spectacular” just turned 30, and somehow, it's more thrilling than ever. Packed with fireballs, jet skis, high dives, and a plane that actually crashes into water just feet from the audience, the show continues to wow fans daily, proving that sometimes, spectacle outlives storyline. Originally launched when Universal was seeking to inject more adrenaline into its live entertainment, the show adapted the watery world of the post-apocalyptic film Waterworld into a nonstop stunt fest that quickly earned its place as a park staple. While the movie it’s based on faded from pop culture, the show has remained a favorite thanks to its live-action explosions and death-defying choreography. Cast and crew celebrated the 30-year milestone this week with behind-the-scenes features and special tributes, highlighting the technical precision and endurance it takes to keep the production running at such a high level. In a park full of ever-evolving attractions, “WaterWorld” stands tall, soaked, smoking, and still stealing the show. Image Created By: The Golden Bay Times Graphics Dept.

		• THU OCT 16, 2025 • Disneyland: From Hell’s Kitchen to the Mouse House Anaheim, CA - Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is trading fiery outbursts for fairy tales as he prepares to open a British gastropub right in the heart of the Disneyland Resort. Known for turning up the heat in the kitchen and on TV, Ramsay is bringing his signature flair to a new concept called The Carnaby, set to debut in the Downtown Disney District in 2026. The restaurant is inspired by the vibrant spirit of 1960s London, promising a menu filled with elevated pub classics like fish and chips, meat pies, and craft cocktails, all wrapped in the sleek, stylish vibe that Ramsay fans expect. This marks his first major collaboration with Disney, and it’s a bold step for both sides. Disney continues to expand Downtown Disney with more high-end culinary offerings, while Ramsay taps into a new family-friendly audience without watering down his passion for good food. The chef says he’s designing The Carnaby to reflect not only his love for British flavors but also a sense of nostalgia and playfulness that fits right into Disney’s storytelling universe. As construction kicks off later this year, guests can expect an immersive, energetic experience that blends culinary edge with a touch of pixie dust, no profanity required. Image Created By: The Golden Bay Times Graphics Dept.
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