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

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

The Oak Leaf
Dominic Fike performs on the JaM Cellar Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Sunday, May 26, 2024.

Ed Sheeran, Queens of the Stone Age, The Offspring and Dominic Fike enchant BottleRock Day 3

Cameron Romanik, Hana Seals, and Michael Combs
May 27, 2024
T-Pain performs on the Verizon Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

Pearl Jam, T-Pain and Mana Ignite BottleRock Day 2

Cameron Romanik, Nick Vides, Michael Combs, Yna Bollock, and Emelle Raschein
May 26, 2024
Megan Thee Stallion performs on the Verizon Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Friday, May 24, 2024.

Stevie Nicks, Megan Thee Stallion electrify BottleRock Day 1

Nick Vides, Cameron Romanik, Sean Young, Yna Bollock, and Michael Combs
May 25, 2024
Robert F. Agrella Gallery in Doyle Library displays Spring 2024 student art show

Robert F. Agrella Gallery in Doyle Library displays Spring 2024 student art show

Sean Shanks, Reporter
May 7, 2024
Kelly's Sandwiches, open since 2019, is a close, affordable option for students at Santa Rosa Junior College.

Review: Why eat greasy fast food when unpretentious and delicious is just across the street?

Amy Moore
April 20, 2024
Fogbelt Station has a nice variety of beers on tap with wines and ciders also available.

Review: Fogbelt Station in Healdsburg

Sean Shanks, Reporter
April 11, 2024
SRJC film studies instructor Mike Traina (far-left) responds to questions alongside 20 creators of the short films showcased at the 16th Annual Sonoma County Student Film Festival on April 5 in the Carole L. Ellis auditorium at SRJC Petaluma.

Students showcase cinematic excellence at 16th Annual Sonoma County Student Film Festival

Max Millan
April 11, 2024
Everything under the two moons is yours to discover in Singularity 6's cozy MMO "Palia".

“Palia”: A cozy MMO where teamwork makes the dream work 

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
April 2, 2024
Beyoncé's eighth studio album, "COWBOY CARTER," is an ode to the Southern country and folk music she grew up listening to in Texas, and features a multitude of artists that represent both the past and future of country music history.

Welcome to the Rodeo: Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ is a heartfelt, sensual and impassioned country spectacle

Max Millan
April 1, 2024
Ulyssescfm, a local rock band performs at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma April 14, 2023. The ever-growing prices of concert tickets have been slowly killing music scenes of all kinds. Buying tickets through your venue is often times a cheaper alternative than buying from Ticketmaster.

Opinion: The tyrannical rule of Ticketmaster

Emelle Raschein, Reporter
March 20, 2024
Everything, even the simple and static set of "Orlando" goes through some kind of transformation thanks to the lighting, props and the coordination of the actors.

SRJC’s “Orlando”: An impressive and entertaining journey of transformation

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
March 4, 2024
"Persona 3 Reload" faithfully recreates the 2006 classic and brings it up to the series' current standards, offering a visual overhaul alongside numerous quality of life changes.

“Persona 3 Reload”: The “Persona” series at its absolute best

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
March 4, 2024
Mysteries lurk in the darkness in HBO's "True Detective: Night Country", taking viewers on a chilling journey in the midst of a polar night.

“True Detective: Night Country” review: All the right questions, some of the right answers

Natalie Emanuele, Reporter
February 29, 2024
In celebration of Women’s History Month, SRJC’s Theatre Arts Department is holding a production of “Orlando,” a play that explores what it means to be a woman in society as well as love, regardless of gender.

SRJC Theatre Arts celebrates Women’s History Month with “Orlando”

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
February 21, 2024
Dressed in a mismatched Lacoste sweatsuit complimented by tri-color Adidas, spoken word artist Bocafloja’s words flow into the crowd of SRJC students at the Santa Rosa Junior College Bertolini Student Services Center Feb. 9, 2024.

Dazzled crowd embraces spoken-word poet Bocafloja

Amy Moore, Reporter
February 13, 2024
The Netflix anime by studio Trigger is a gourmet take on fantasy with new episodes at 5:30 p.m. every Thursday.

Delicious in Dungeon is a fantastic fantasy food tour

Erina Corl, Reporter
February 12, 2024
The poster for The Process showing a blueprint of the office building and featuring the tagline “Support Artists!”

SRJC student launches short film ‘The Process’

Rosemary Cromwell, Editor
January 24, 2024
Fans of Playboi Carti, Lil Uzi Vert, Ice Spice and Doja Cat should check out up and coming Atlanta rap artists OsamaSon, Molly Santana and Tylerfuckinjai. Courtesy OsamaSon, Molly Santana, Tylerfuckinjai

Atlanta underground rap rundown

Jordan Atallah, reporter
December 13, 2023
Matt Farren performs at the Peppermint Club in West Hollywood on Nov. 11, 2023

‘The End Of Act One’ North Bay Native Drops Debut Album

Nick Vides, Editor
December 8, 2023
“Kirby and the Forgotten Land" is one of the many great games you can find on console sales for the 2023 Thanksgiving week specials.

6 great digital game deals this Thanksgiving weekend

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza and Sam Guzman
November 23, 2023
In SRJC Theatre Arts musical spin on “A Christmas Carol,” Alanna Weatherby, who plays the Ghost of Christmas Past, sings with a phenomenal voice and carries an impeccable British accent throughout the play.

SRJC’s “A Christmas Carol”: Fantastic, with a few hiccups

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
November 21, 2023
"Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake" is an emotional miniseries that will delight old fans with it’s more mature subject matter, but confuse newcomers.

Review: “Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake”

Erina Corl, Reporter
November 2, 2023
Shone Farm's gold-winning chardonnay in the 2023 Sonoma County Harvest Fair Grand Tasting stands with its roots back at the farm. "If you're going to make a good meal, you got to start with good ingredients," Pat Henderson said.

Shone Farm 2021 Chardonnay wins gold in Sonoma County Harvest Fair

Evan Nazarov, Reporter
October 30, 2023
The crowd erupted in cheers and excitement for students, colleagues and community members who showcased their skills at Santa Rosa Junior College's Latinx Carpa on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023.

Students, faculty, community members stun at SRJC’s Latinx Carpa

Bryan Fructuoso and Rosemary Cromwell
October 27, 2023
"Party Animals" is a physics brawler where players can work together or alone in a series of changing arenas and sport inspired game modes.

“Party Animals”: A blast to play, but prepare to lose some friends

Javi Rosas, Editor
October 22, 2023
"Mortal Kombat 1" reboots the entire franchise, changing everything from characters to designs to storylines.

“Mortal Kombat 1”: A Rough Start to the Reboot

Sam Guzman, Photo Editor
October 21, 2023
In “CyberPunk 2077” players can customize their body with implants that can allow them to double jump, carry more items and even shoot grenades out of their arm.

CyberPunk 2077 V2: CD Projekt Reds Redemption

Javi Rosas, Editor
October 20, 2023
Lil Tecca's third studio album, "TEC," released on Sept. 22, 2023, on the heels of his 2021 album, "We Love You Tecca 2."

‘TEC’: Tecca’s latest album displays flexibility to hip-hop community

Jordan Atallah, Reporter
October 10, 2023
Santa Rosa Junior College Theatre Art's latest production, "Clue," is a hilarious comedic murder mystery that serves as a fantastic opening for its 2023-2024 season.

“Clue”: A delightful experience with a touch of murder

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
October 3, 2023
Trippie Redd's fifth and final entry in the "A Love Letter To You" series underwhelms by failing to do anything memorable and not fully committing to the romantic theme it's trying to capture.

“A Love Letter To You 5”: A low-tier romantic finale

Jordan Atallah, Reporter
September 27, 2023
SRJC Theatre Arts's Fall season opens with a comedic murder mystery based on a classic board game.

SRJC Theatre Arts brings a beloved board game to life at Burbank Auditorium

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
September 21, 2023
The SRJC Latinx Faculty and Staff Association will host the Latinx Carpa student talent show at 6-8 p.m. Friday the 13th in the Burbank Auditorium.

SRJC Latinx Faculty and Staff Association to host La Carpa student talent show

Rosemary Cromwell, Reporter
September 21, 2023
Netflix’s latest adaptation sets sail with a strong start.

‘One Piece’ review: Netflix delivers a strong start to a promising concept

Jonathan Cangson, Reporter
September 19, 2023
Award-winning work by several Santa Rosa Junior College students will be on display at the third-annual SoCo Clicks Photography Exhibition.

SoCo Clicks showcases award-winning SRJC student photos

Oscar DeJung, Reporter
September 14, 2023
The Eras Tour is Taylor Swift’s current and sixth concert tour, where she takes her audience on a musical journey highlighting her various albums. Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour is her current and ninth concert tour, in support of her seventh studio album, also titled “Renaissance.”

My summer renaissance era

Leilany Sosa, Reporter
September 8, 2023
“Coming off the last five years with everything as chaotic as they were, I think we wanted to tell stories that really highlighted not only fun, but also positivity in the world, and I think you really see that in these shows,” said SRJC Theatre Arts Department Chair James Newman about the 2023-2024 season.

SRJC Theatre Arts promotes fun and positivity for its 2023-2024 season

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
August 24, 2023
Lil Nas X performs his hit song "MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)" on the Verizon Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Sunday, May 28, 2023.

Sheryl Crow, Lil Nas X, Red Hot Chili Peppers shut down final day of BottleRock

Michael Combs, Nick Vides, Sean Young, and Teddy Cleek
May 29, 2023
Jeff Gargiulo of The Silverado Pickups jams out with his guitar on the Allianz Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Saturday, May 27, 2023.

Lizzo promotes body positivity while The Silverado Pickups, Tove Lo rock out BottleRock day 2

Michael Combs, Sean Young, and Nick Vides
May 28, 2023
Post Malone rocks out on the JaM Cellars Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Post Malone returns to the US; Smashing Pumpkins maintains legendary status at BottleRock day 1.

Tony Moeckel, Peter Morales, Michael Combs, and Nick Vides
May 27, 2023
Dan Aguilar holds up a basket made by Elsie Allen, who decided to break the tradition of burying or burning baskets when a community member died so she could use them to raise awareness about Pomo culture.

SRJC Multicultural Museum celebrates Pomo community basket weaving tradition

Jaime Jauregui, Reporter
May 17, 2023
Santa Rosa Junior College Fashion Studies Program is embracing a “Hollywood Cinema” themed motif for their annual fashion show, “Cinema Paradiso,” 6 p.m. May 11, in the Petaluma campus Ellis Auditorium.

SRJC to host annual fashion show May 11

Dharma Niles, Editor
May 9, 2023
The Addams Family's signature dark humor is put on full display as Morticia Addams, played by Gwenevieve Nelson, gleefully sings a lighthearted song about death being "Just Around the Corner."

“The Addams Family, A New Musical Comedy”: A delightfully dark and hilarious time

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
May 5, 2023
"The Super Mario Bros. Movie" from Nintendo and Illumination and distributed by Universal Pictures is an excellent film for fans of the video games, families and moviegoers who want to just sit back and have fun.

“The Super Mario Bros. Movie”: A serviceable kids film but a superstar adaptation

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
April 11, 2023
SRJC Theatre Arts presents "The Addams Family" a musical based on the characters created by Charles Addams, opening April 21.

SRJC Theatre Arts welcomes the Addams Family to its main stage

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
April 11, 2023
Mariachi Cantares de Mi Tierra and the SRJC Orchestra perform a variety of music by Mexican composers in front of a sold out audience at the ¡Viva La Música! concert in Burbank Auditorium March 17, 2023.

¡Viva la Música! SRJC Orchestra and youth mariachi ensemble bring high energy to Burbank Auditorium

Bryan Fructuoso, Reporter
March 22, 2023
Sculptures, paintings and photographs fill the Robert F Agrella Gallery at SRJC's 2023 Faculty art show, which runs through March 30. (Photo by Sam Guzman)

SRJC’s Faculty art show returns after almost 6 years

Javi Rosas, Reporter
March 21, 2023
"Sons of the Forest" is a survival-horror multiplayer game where players must tackle cannibals, mutants and the environment with various types of weapons on an isolated island.

“Sons of the Forest”: Promising but far from finished

Javi Rosas, Reporter
March 21, 2023
Hi-Fi Rush's art style, over-the-top combos and comic-book-like vibe make for a visually pleasing and satisfying experience.

“Hi-Fi Rush”: An early contender for Game of the Year

Stephen Howe, Reporter
March 19, 2023
"Octopath Traveler II" features eight protagonists who all go on their own individual journeys which can be completed in any order.

“Octopath Traveler II”: Familiar, yet bigger and better than before

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
March 18, 2023
Opinion: The Oscars' best picture nominations ranked

Opinion: The Oscars’ best picture nominations ranked

Erina Corl, Reporter
March 12, 2023
Through clear body language, Dean (Trevor Braskamp), Ani (Lizzy Bies) and Kendra (Nina Nguyen) express annoyance resulting from how their ambitions in a stressful work environment have affected them.

“Gloria” review: A fantastic opening for SRJC Theatre Arts’ spring season

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
March 7, 2023
(Left to right) Ben Aldridge, Kristen Cui and Jonathan Groff play a family forced to make an impossible decision at the end of the world.

“Knock at the Cabin”: Shyamalan’s discussion of love

Erina Corl, Reporter
March 6, 2023
The 15th annual Sonoma County Student Film Festival will showcase student short films March 31 in the Carole L. Ellis Auditorium on the SRJC Petaluma campus.

15th Annual Sonoma County Student Film Festival back in Ellis auditorium

Bryan Fructuoso, Editor
March 1, 2023
In "Hogwarts Legacy" players spend time within Hogwarts and also explore other locals such as Hogsmeade or dungeons.

“Hogwarts Legacy”: A magical experience worth the wait.

Javi Rosas, Reporter
February 24, 2023
The Petaluma Cinema Series showcases a film every Wednesday and offers unique viewing experiences, such as a Q&A session with one of the film’s producers.

Cinema Series back for spring with Oscar-nominated films past and present

Bryan Fructuoso, Editor
February 22, 2023
SRJC Multicultural Museum will host the Elsie Allen Pomo Basket Collection and have workshops to teach guests about the culture and tradition of the Pomo people and their relationship with basketweaving on March 3.

New museum exhibit: Learn about Pomo basketweaving

Stephen Howe, Editor
February 20, 2023
"Gloria" is a funny yet dramatic play about ambition and how it causes people to behave.

SRJC Theatre Arts’s spring season opens with “Gloria”

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Editor
February 20, 2023
The historic house turned restaurant near downtown Santa Rosa, Ca’Bianca, is the perfect fit for a romantic evening out this Valentine's Day.

Five unique places to go this Valentine’s Day

Leilany Sosa, Reporter
February 13, 2023
From the psychological horror "Split"(bottom-right) to the crime-conspiracy "Nightcrawler," (center) there’s a wide variety of thriller films to satisfy your need for the Winter season chills.

Top 10 unnerving thriller films to watch this fall

Hana Seals, Reporter
December 8, 2022
In "Pokémon Scarlet and Violet," players will choose either (left to right) Sprigatito, Fuecoco or Quaxly to be the first partner to accompany them on their journey.

“Pokémon Scarlet and Violet” review: Stumbling past the finish line

Lucas Cadigan-Carranza, Reporter
December 8, 2022
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