The timing of Kwanzaa’s 50th anniversary celebration in San Quentin was apt because the event happened on the third night of Kwanzaa when communities … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2017
Brown is the New White by Steve Phillips
There is a book I read, but Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton did not. If they had read Brown is the New White, Steve Phillips (2016) and had taken its … [Read more...]
Alliance for Change grads learn social justice for the community
Several men, ranging from 23 years old to great-grandfathers, were honored at the Alliance for Change graduation for completing the rehabilitative … [Read more...]
Exciting experiences for the palate
A popular social activity on Valentine’s Day is the romantic dinner. Introducing our palates to new and exotic foods can be fun and make a lasting … [Read more...]
Veterans and Shakespeare converge tell war stories
A group of San Quentin veterans joined some Shakespearean actors to portray the traumas they endured in war. Recently, over 30 guests came into San … [Read more...]
Study explores lifers going before the parole board
California is releasing more lifers on parole, according to a Stanford University report. Between 2008 and 2015, the parole grant rate increased from … [Read more...]
Pastor brings more than just sports to inmates
Even when Pastor Miguel Rodriquez (CQ) was recovering from surgery for a burst appendix in 2015, he stayed involved with the Prison Sports Ministry. … [Read more...]
First place in handball wins more than granola bars
On Christmas Eve, four pairs of handball players met in the alley on San Quentin Prison’s Lower Yard to compete in a holiday tournament for granola … [Read more...]
The 2016 SQ Warrior’s losing season still a win
The San Quentin Warriors started the 2016 season with high expectations. They recruited new talent, including a former Memphis University player, but … [Read more...]
North Block keeps Becky after Christmas tournament
A slow start, a late opposing West Block team surge, a closed gym and playing outdoors in cold weather didn’t stop North Block from barely … [Read more...]