A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

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
Superburgers Cheese Superburger makes for a dependable, if messy, feed.

Review: Super Burger

Mark Fernquest, Magazine Editor
May 12, 2020
The most delicious Chicago dogs in the North Bay.

Review: Roy’s Chicago Dogs at The Yard

Stephen Howe, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
Review: Raku Ramen

Review: Raku Ramen

Edgar Soria Garcia, Magazine Editor
May 12, 2020
The pumpkin curry soup from Lemongrass Thai in Petaluma.

Review: Lemongrass Thai Cuisine

Rebecca Bell, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
Chana masala, brown basmati rice and naan bread topped with cilantro chutney - reheated the next day for a perfect vegan lunch.

Review: Kafal Restaurant

Sarah Montano, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
In addition to their efficient and hygienic pandemic protocol, Basque Boulangerie combines affordability with delectability.

Review: Basque Boulangerie Cafe

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2020
Review: Acme Burger

Review: Acme Burger

Kayla Beaton, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
A Salmon handroll and teriyaki cheesesteak. Ultimate in feel good food.

Review: Koala’s Fine Foods

Mike Combs, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
Review: Thai House

Review: Thai House

Peyton Krzyzek, Special to The Oak Leaf
May 12, 2020
“Sonic the Hedgehog”: Forgettable but fun video game adaptation

“Sonic the Hedgehog”: Forgettable but fun video game adaptation

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin and Stephen Howe
March 12, 2020
Set in a zombie apocalypse, Daybreak is a colorful teen comedy with solid comedic writing and fun performances.

Daybreak: A true teenage wasteland

Jonathan Bigall, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
Miss Americana, the new Taylor Swift documentary directed by Lana Wilson, received rave reviews from critics and fans after its premiere Jan. 23 at Sundance Film Festival; the film released on Netflix a week later on Jan. 31.

I’ve been a Swiftie for most of my life, and I loved “Miss Americana”

Kayla Beaton, Sports Editor
February 5, 2020
Director Boon Joon-Hos latest film reflecting on themes on classism and socio-economic inequality has become one of the most praised and well-known foreign films of the year.

“Parasite”: an outstanding depiction of class struggle

Jesse Kapukui, Staff Writer
November 24, 2019
The Mandalorian is fresh, exciting content that entertains and provokes thought; its the Star Wars TV show fans have been waiting for.

Seven thoughts about “The Mandalorian”

James Domizio, Staff Writer
November 24, 2019
Cult Classic The Thing was not a critical success during its release but found a cult following in the years after and is considered one of the greatest films in horror history.

“The Thing”: Fear the unknown

Abraham Fuentes, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2019
Pumpkin Nights is a travelling mini-carnival featuring over 3,000 real pumpkins hand-carved by local artists.

Pumpkin Nights is a lovely pumpkin-themed date night

James Domizio, Staff Writer
October 31, 2019
Vibe-O-Ween: Four free horror films and a Halloween playlist

Vibe-O-Ween: Four free horror films and a Halloween playlist

James Domizio and Téa Lindsey
October 31, 2019
JPEGMAFIA promotes the release of his newest album All My Heroes Are Cornballs with an electrifying performance at The New Parish in Oakland.

JPEGMAFIA brings “All My Heroes Are Cornballs” to Oakland

Jesse Kapukui, Features Co-Editor
October 17, 2019
“El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” — a worthy epilogue to a monolithic series

“El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” — a worthy epilogue to a monolithic series

James Domizio, Staff Writer
October 17, 2019
Despite its amateur elements, Carnival of Souls is a horror classic due to its focus on the independence of women and its haunting atmosphere created by cinematography, editing and an ethereal organ score by Gene Moore.

“Carnival of Souls”: a feminist horror classic

James Domizio, Staff Writer
October 16, 2019
Danny Brown released the colorful, synth-heavy uknowhatimsayin¿ Oct. 4, three years after the release of his last studio album, the critically acclaimed portrait of darkness and addiction Atrocity Exhibition.

“uknowhatimsayin¿”: Danny Brown’s palette changes once again

James Domizio, Staff Writer
October 12, 2019
Todd Philips bleak and twisted portrait of the infamous Joker characters backstory and ultimate descent into madness is as compelling as it is tragic. Joaquin Phoenixs performace will stand as one of his best.

Gotham City’s beautiful dark twisted fantasy

Jesse Kapukui, Features Editor
October 9, 2019
Though unsuspecting, Bose Frames come with two directional speakers on both the left and right arms of the sunglasses.

Bose Frames: Adding ambience to the world

Abraham Fuentes, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2019
JPEGMAFIA comes through with one of the most futuristic and compelling singles of the year. Jesus, Forgive Me I Am a Thot gives insight into Peggys highly anticipated upcoming album slated for release on Sept. 16.

JPEGMAFIA’s Soul Escapes Temptation on Newest Single

Jesse Kapukui, Features Editor
September 5, 2019
After 13-long years, Tool release their newest album early Sept. Fear Inoculum.

“Fear Inoculum”: Tool makes a triumphant return

Séamus Reed, Arts & Entertainment Editor
September 3, 2019
The Third Man at 70: Does It Hold Up?

“The Third Man” at 70: Does It Hold Up?

James Domizio, Staff Writer
September 1, 2019
Fern Bar: Sebastopol’s newest nightlife destination

Fern Bar: Sebastopol’s newest nightlife destination

Grace Evans, Contributing Writer
April 25, 2019
Cage The Elephant re-invents themselves and delivers one of their best albums to date.

Cage the Elephant overcomes self-loathing with new album “Social Cues”

Jesse Kapukui, Staff Writer
April 23, 2019
Jordan Peeles acclaimed follow-up to Get Out exceeded expectations earning an estimated $70.3 million in North America.

Jordan Peele solidifies his place in horror with “Us”

Edgar Soria Garcia, Illustrations Editor
April 5, 2019
Jasmine Flores-Nunez(left), Alexx Valdez(middle) and Christopher Shayota(right) play a student teacher, high school coach and theater professor whose job is to help a group of high school students, the audience, graduate.

For the laughs to the lighting, go see “All The Great Books (Abridged)”

Abraham Fuentes, Staff Writer
March 9, 2019
Dont sleep on these 6 black artists

Don’t “sleep” on these 6 black artists

Jesse Kapukui, Staff writer
February 28, 2019
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” is a delightful end to the journey

“How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” is a delightful end to the journey

Jordan Allums, Arts & Entertainment editor
February 23, 2019
Seers sixth album, Vol. 6 shows off the groups technical skill in an album that secures their future in the doom metal genre.

Thunder’s brewing in Vancouver in Seer’s ‘Vol 6.’

Seamus Reed, Assistant News and Arts & Entertainment editor
February 19, 2019
Alita (Rosie Salazar) diving into action in Alita: Battle Angel.

“Alita: Battle Angel” is CGI perfection

Jordan Allums, A&E Editor
February 15, 2019
SRJC theatre arts students Jasmine Flores-Nunez, Christopher Shayota, and Alexx Valdez star in director Reed Martins All the Great Books.

Preview: SRJC Theatre Arts presents “All the Great Books”

Jordan Allums, A&E Editor
February 3, 2019
California punk band Fidlar returns with their third album Almost Free.

Fidlar struggles to break free

Jesse Kapukui, A&E Writer
January 30, 2019
White Bronco: Action Bronson takes a familiar step

White Bronco: Action Bronson takes a familiar step

Séamus Reed, News Editor
December 6, 2018
Jamie Lee Curtis reprieves her role as Laurie Strode 40 years later in Halloween: 2018.

Murder, She Wrote: Halloween adopts real themes

Dakota McGranahan, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2018
Courtesy of Sony Entertainment

Venom: Predictably Bad But Funny

Aria Quinn, Staff Writer
October 16, 2018
Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga bring powerful performances to this 2018 iteration of “A Star is Born.”

Bradley Cooper revives a Hollywood classic

Jordan Allums, Staff Writer
October 8, 2018
By the second era, The Colonistss play area is crowded with cards, notes and game pieces.

Back to the “Colonies”

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
May 15, 2018
Juanitas offers killer salsas and delicious budget tacos with a location easily accessed by SRJC students.

For taquerias, “Juanita’s” is almost perfection

Jett Williams, A&E Editor
May 15, 2018
Sleep will be performing live June 7 at the Warfield in San Francisco.

The legend grows with Sleep’s “The Sciences”

Seamus Reed, Staff Writer
May 3, 2018
Infinity War takes the expected superhero arc and shatters it into an emotional and unexpected crescendo.

Avengers: Infinity War perfects the modern blockbuster

Andres Pimentel, Staff Writer
May 1, 2018
Kylie Minogue experiments with country, EDM and pop fusion with her new album, Golden.

With new album, Kylie stays “Golden”

Dakota McGranahan, Co-Photo Editor
April 17, 2018
Judas Priest again proves their relevancy with the breakneck tempo of Firepower

Judas Priest continues to lead the charge

Séamus Reed, Staff Writer
April 17, 2018
Time Wise, author of White Lies Matter: Race, Crime and the Politics of Fear in America speaks to SRJC attendees about the state of racism in America. Photo by Adeira Sherpa.

Wise words on white privilege

Adeira Sherpa, Staff Writer
April 11, 2018
With Used Future The Sword deviates from their established sound with experimental production, instrumentation and vocal arrangements.

The Sword broadens their horizons with “Used Future”

Seamus Reed, Staff Writer
April 3, 2018
Justin Timberlake returns to his Tennessee roots while maintaining his established R&B/Pop style, for better or worse, on his latest project

“Man of the Woods” experiments but fails to deliver

Jett Williams, A&E Editor
February 13, 2018
Meryl Streep as Katherine Graham makes the big decision whether to run the story containing top secret government files as Bob Odenkirk as Ben Bagdikian anxiously awaits her decision.

‘The Post’ gives an authentic account of a true story

Taylor Seprish, Staff Writer
February 6, 2018
Fairy tale faux: a review of Amanda Lovelaces recent novel

Fairy tale faux: a review of Amanda Lovelace’s recent novel

Meghan Buckman, Social Media Editor
December 12, 2017
The orange chicken curry noodle soup bowl served with savory sauces.

SEA Noodle Bar: a taste of authentic Thai cuisine

Oak Leaf Staff, Staff Writer
December 12, 2017
Photo from @forevrtay_13 on Instagram.

Look what you made me do: A Taylor Swift album review

Dakota McGranahan, Photo Editor
November 14, 2017
Frozen Art located on Sebastopol Rd is a great way to stay refreshed no matter what time of year.

Frozen Art: a new twist on a classic dessert

Meghan Buckman, Social Media Editor
November 14, 2017
Pennywise the dancing clown

Send in the clowns… on second thought, don’t!

Michael Barnes, Staff Writer
September 25, 2017

Katy Perry

Alexander Campbell, Staff Writer
August 29, 2010

Album Review: The Pack

Alexander Campbell, Staff Writer
August 27, 2010
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