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A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
Planned Parenthood / Campus Crowd
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
Travel The Grove and make friends in high places on your journey to save the world. You might be able to flirt with a god or two along the way.

“Great God Grove”: An adventure worth talking about

Natalie Emanuele, Editor
October 3, 2025
“The Comedy of Hamlet! (a prequel)” debuts Oct. 3 at Frank Chong Studio Theatre in SRJC's Burbank Auditorium and runs through Oct. 12.

“The Comedy of Hamlet! (a prequel)”

Pacific Jeremy, Reporter
October 3, 2025
Sonoma Con comes to the fairgrounds

Sonoma Con comes to the fairgrounds

Dylan Cooper, Reporter
October 2, 2025
Fall Fest will offer meet-and-greets with farm animals, hay rides and locally grown produce available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 11 at Shone Farm.

SRJC to host annual Fall Fest at Shone Farm

Dakota Good, Reporter
September 29, 2025
Car parts flying and bumpers smashing as hydraulic wizards push their lowriders over the limit to compete in the Thrill of the Hop competition, during the King of the Streets lowrider parade on 24th and Mission streets in San Francisco on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025.

King of the Streets: Low and slow through the Mission and the mainstream

Adair Alvarez Rodriguez and Michael Combs
September 26, 2025
The La Carpa Talent Show will celebrate student creativity and culture, featuring music, dance and performances hosted by the Latinx Faculty and Staff Association at 6 p.m. Sept. 25 at the SRJC Burbank Auditorium

La Carpa Talent Show to showcase culture, creativity

Benjamin Lyle, Reporter
September 24, 2025
The Angel Hair Alfredo is one of the many combinations offered with the Endless Pasta Bowl promotion in Sept. 2025.

Olive Garden: When you’re here, you’re family — but do you want to be?

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
September 24, 2025
Sonoma County influencer Johnny Oliver visits Taco Bell on Sept 18, 2025 during their bi-weekly meet-and-greet at Santa Rosa Junior College.

Taco Bell’s Decades Y2K Menu rehashes old items with modern prices

Archibald Henderson and Ziggy Leon Carrillo
September 23, 2025
The SRJC Painters exhibit runs from Sept. 8 to Oct. 2. in Agrella Gallery.

SRJC Painters exhibit showcases student works in Agrella Gallery

Pacific Jeremy, Reporter
September 20, 2025
Ninj, left, and Damien Moore, right, hangout at the consumption area at Hall of Flowers in the Santa Rosa Fairgrounds on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025.

Hall of Flowers brings the bud back to Santa Rosa

Adair Alvarez Rodriguez, Editor
September 18, 2025
The Petaluma Cinema series will screen a variety of films, starting with American horror “Sinners” and fantasy drama “The Life of Chuck.” The lineup, curated by SRJC instructor Mike Traina, will show every Wednesday evening between Sept. 17 to Dec. 3 on the Petaluma campus.

Petaluma Cinema Series offers a one-of-a-kind experience this fall

Jesse Saal, Reporter
September 17, 2025
Oak Leaf reporter Archibald Henderson sits on top of their Camry, White Castle burger in hand while recounting a wild White Castle experience this past summer on Thursday, Sept. 11 in the SRJC parking garage.

White Castle Signature Slider: 600 miles for the first fast-food burger

Archibald Henderson, Reporter
September 16, 2025
The Waterhawk offers Americana food with a lakeside twist. While its menu is not the most unique in Sonoma County, it does feature some classic options such as the Waterhawk Burger.

Waterhawk Lake Club: Potential paradise off the freeway

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Editor
August 29, 2025
La Onda brings Latin heat to the North Bay

La Onda brings Latin heat to the North Bay

Bryan Fructuoso-Zurita, Reporter & Photographer
June 2, 2025
Benson Boone performs, "Sorry I'm Here for Someone Else," on the JaM Cellars Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Saturday, May 24, 2025 in Napa.

Views from BottleRock 2025

Nathan Kaito Morris, Rosemary Cromwell, and Nick Vides
May 26, 2025
Noah Kahan duets at the JaM Cellars Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Sunday, May 25, 2025 in Napa.

Khruangbin and Noah Kahan electrify BottleRock Day 3

Emelle Raschein and Rosemary Cromwell
May 26, 2025
Justin Timberlake orchestrates the crowd through the chorus of, "No Angels," on the JaM Cellars Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Saturday, May 24, 2025 in Napa.

Benson Boone, Justin Timberlake dazzle while Ice Cube lights up BottleRock Day 2

Zoë Steiner and Nathan Kaito Morris
May 24, 2025
Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day jams out on his guitar, playing "Holiday" on the JaM Cellars main stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Friday, May 23, 2025 in Napa.

Green Day, Sublime mosh up Day 1 of BottleRock Napa Valley

Hana Seals and Nick Vides
May 23, 2025
Signs above the shelves at OP Comics and Games show the three most popular card games.

Which trading card game is right for you?

Max Underdown, Reporter
May 16, 2025
“Deep Fried Friendz” by Willow McMinn. Each piece in her collection is inspired by the model wearing the outfit, reflecting their personality. McMinn follows her models and collection on the runway at the “Wild Metropolis” fashion show on May 1, at the Clocktower Plaza on the Petaluma campus.

SRJC Fashion Studies’ show “Wild Metropolis” speaks to the natural world

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
May 16, 2025
Graphical layout from The Oak Leaf Magazine designed by Nathan Kaito Morris and Rosemary Cromwell using photos from Cromwell and co-author Zoe Steiner.

5 Things to Know Before Studying Abroad

Rosemary Cromwell and Zoë Steiner
May 14, 2025
(Bottom) Unedited photos from Ellie Kohtz's iPhone 15. (Top) Kohtz's photos made using iPhone editing tools.

Shot on iPhone

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
May 14, 2025
Occupanology is the study and taxonomic classification of plastic bread clips, a niche and silly hobby that has been adopted by thousands of people.

I studied bread clip science to keep my spirit from going stale

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
May 14, 2025
Come find your next joint at one of the many dispensaries highlighted on Kevin's smoke safari tour.

Smoke Safari: Where to Pick Up Your Next Joint

Kevin Terlizzi-Bowes, Podcast Editor
May 13, 2025
A smooth latte with a comforting aroma paired with a fluffy almond croissant from Petaluma Tea & Coffee on 212 2nd St. makes for a nice morning.

The Shift to Local Coffee: Ditching Corporate Chains for Community- Oriented Cafes

Destiny Quiroz-Lindauer, Reporter
May 13, 2025
Individual video game prices are only getting higher and higher, and luckily there exist older games on modern consoles that are friendly to a college student's budget.

Three budget friendly re-released games that are worth playing

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2025
Forbidden Kiss invites costumed audience members to an impromptu costume contest on April 18, 2025.

Geeks celebrated at monthly Forbidden Kiss burlesque show at The California Theatre

Archie Henderson, Reporter
May 10, 2025
Student filmmakers and their families gathered for a meet and greet before the festival in the student lounge at the SRJC Petaluma campus on Friday, April 4.

Horror, laughs and romance abound at 17th annual Sonoma County Student Film Festival

Max Underdown, Reporter
May 6, 2025

Coast Kitchen: Sonoma Coast’s Juxtaposition

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
May 3, 2025
Students for Recovery aims to bring the SRJC community together in a social advocacy event Thursday, May 1 at The Student Activities Center in Bertolini Hall.

SRJC Students For Recovery Club to host social advocacy event to spread drug misuse and mental health awareness

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
April 28, 2025
Leave no trace: an extinguished campfire and a stack of firewood for the next camper are the only remains of a camping trip at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday, March 21, 2025

Tomales Bay camping: an adventure worth taking

Henry Fliflet, Reporter
April 24, 2025
Maya Tuchband as Chris Gorman and Emerson Reynolds as Claire Ganz in SRJC's Spring 2025 production of "Rumors" on April 17, 2025.

SRJC’s “Rumors”: Chaos at its peak hilarity

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor-In-Chief
April 24, 2025
J-hope of BTS speaking to the fans during a sold out show at Oakland Arena on March 31, 2025. K-pop idols work hard to embrace their fans and provide a meaningful experience for their community.

OPINION: KPOP is more than just music, it’s community

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
April 22, 2025
José González, founder of Latino Outdoors, speaks during the DeDe and David Del Monte Lecture Series at Santa Rosa Junior College on April 14, 2025.

José González calls for radical reconnections at SRJC Del Monte Lecture

Samantha Arnott, Reporter
April 22, 2025
Wandering a dispensary for your first time can feel more disorienting than the Bermuda Triangle, but this guide will lead you through the treacherous fog.

An Ex-Stoner’s Guide to Navigating Dispensaries

Zoë Steiner, Reporter
April 19, 2025
While it’s fun to clear every bong and house every joint, it’s important to pace yourself so you don’t end your night with an anxiety attack and your head in the toilet.

An Ex-Stoner’s Guide to Greening Out

Zoë Steiner, Reporter
April 17, 2025
Filmmaker Zaya Benazzo, co-director of The Wisdom of Trauma, answers a question from the audience during a Q&A session April 9 at Santa Rosa Junior College. Benazzo, originally from Bulgaria, shared her experiences working with Dr. Gabor Maté and emphasized the importance of reframing trauma as disconnection from the self.

SRJC Students for Recovery Club host film screening to spread awareness of addiction and trauma

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
April 17, 2025
Santa Rosa Junior College’s Second Chance Club supports formerly incarcerated students by offering a judgment-free space where all are welcomed and valued.

SRJC Second Chance Club holds second annual art show

Jesus Lopez Cruz, Reporter
April 17, 2025
Every college student’s dream night: good friends, good weed and a good story to tell the next day. But what exactly does creating these memories entail — other than getting so high you barely remember them?

An Ex-Stoner’s Guide to a Blunt Rotation: Your Introduction to the World of Weed Etiquette

Zoë Steiner, Reporter
April 16, 2025
Santa Rosa Junior College's World Languages Department hosts the sixth annual world languages fair near Emeritus and Plover Hall on Thursday, April, 17, 2025.

World Languages Department to Host Intercultural Celebration

Samantha Arnott, Reporter
April 15, 2025
Santa Rosa Junior College's Students for Recovery club will showcase the film, "The Wisdom of Trauma," in Newman Auditorium at Emeritus Hall on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in Santa Rosa.

SRJC Students for Recovery showcase “The Wisdom of Trauma”

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
April 8, 2025
Mobile game developer TapBlaze recently released its second restaurant simulator, "Good Coffee, Great Coffee," which offers fun play...with some hiccups.

“Good Coffee, Great Coffee”: Is it that sweet? I’d say so!

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
March 31, 2025
"The current political moment is extremely troubling but none of us are powerless. Ultimately, power caves to power from the masses of people who have been mobilized," Fairey said via a spokesperson while working this year in Thailand. A photo of guns filled with roses is one of Fairey's more iconic works and is displayed at the Herold Mahoney Library for Spring 2025 in Petaluma.

International street artist and activist Shepard Fairey is “On the Wall” in Petaluma

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
March 27, 2025
Sushi Koshō is one of numerous restaurants providing a plethora of cuisine in The Barlow in Sebastopol, joining the likes of Acre Pizza and Fern Bar along the main thoroughfare — McKinley Street.

Sushi Kosho: Instagrammable but Inconsistent

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
March 27, 2025
Showgoers hang out outside of Taqueria Mila between sets at a show on March 8, 2024.

Taqueria Mila: Santa Rosa’s most unconventional music venue

Ziggy Leon Carrillo, Reporter
March 25, 2025
Lee Stumbaugh filters through records while searching for a gem at The Next Record Store on Mendocino Boulevard on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Three stores for physical media surrounding SRJC

Archie Henderson, Reporter
March 25, 2025
The entrance to the patio at Rocker Oysterfeller's overlooks the bay and fishing dock. On Friday Feb 28

Rocker Oysterfeller’s at Lucas Wharf: A must-try stop in Bodega Bay

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
March 6, 2025
Cock Robin in Sebastopol has patio tables and bench chairs that offer community-friendly seating inside and outside of the restaurant. Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025.

Cock Robin: Bringing a taste of the Midwest to West County

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
March 6, 2025
Lizzy Bies as Vice Principal Panch (center) cracks a joke as the Spelling Bee is about to begin.

SRJC’s “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”: Hilarious but a tad messy with the music

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor-In-Chief
March 4, 2025
Entries for the 17th Annual Sonoma County Student Film Festival are open until March 3. The accepted entries are to be announced March 14.

SRJC to host 17th annual student film festival

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
March 1, 2025
Christopher West's untitled pieces adorn the entry to the SRJC Faculty Art Show from Feb. 18 to April 4 at the Robert F. Agrella Art Gallery.

Robert F. Agrella Gallery in Doyle Library displays faculty art show

Max Underdown, Reporter
February 27, 2025
Despite being released in 2023, Jake Bittle's "The Great Displacement: Climate Change and The Next American Migration" is as timely as ever.

“The Great Displacement”: An older but timely book everyone should read

Debbie Van Dyke, Reporter
February 24, 2025
Restaurant Week provides the community an opportunity to explore the best food and wine Sonoma County has to offer from Monday, Feb. 24 to Sunday, March 2.

More than 80 restaurants to participate in the 16th annual Sonoma County Restaurant Week

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
February 20, 2025
Dr. Eric Atkinson shares his collection of comic books featuring people of color and their representation across modern history at the SRJC Multicultural Museum.

SRJC Multicultural Museum features Black comic book character history exhibit

Max Underdown, Reporter
February 20, 2025
The Santa Rosa Junior College Theatre Arts department will feature "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" in the Burbank Auditorium Main Theater from February 28 - March 9, 2025.

SRJC Theatre Arts to host “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

Ellie Kohtz, Reporter
February 15, 2025
Five perfect films to cure the pain of being alone on Valentine’s Day.

Fading into film: Five movies to distract you during Valentine’s Day celebrations

Hana Seals, Editor
February 14, 2025
“Howl’s Moving Castle” is a magical voyage through a war-torn world packed with gorgeous scenery and a soundtrack that will instantly transport you to a windswept field of wildflowers, making it a perfect Valentine's Day adventure.

Ghibli movies to watch on Valentines Day

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
February 14, 2025
The great TikTok block was quite the surprise to everyone opening the app for their content fix. The sudden loss of the beloved app left U.S. users scrambling for an alternative.

Clock runs out: The night TikTok went dark

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
February 13, 2025
Slow Co. Pizza, Cotati's latest pizzeria is located downtown near La Plaza Park and is open Tuesday through Saturday.

Slow Co. Pizza: A one-stop shop for your pizza needs in Cotati

Cristan Molinelli-Ruberto, Reporter
February 13, 2025
ClusterFunk Studios co-founders Brittany Lee and Tyler Ann Shahan will host “Master Peace & Mocktails” from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 12 in Bertolini Hall.

SRJC to host “Master Peace & Mocktails” art and music event for Black History Month

Destiny Quiroz-Lindauer, Reporter
February 10, 2025
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