Lydia Gans is a writer, photographer, and activist who lives in Berkeley.
Lydia Gans
Remembering Michael Diehl
For over 40 years Michael Diehl was a presence in Berkeley, on the streets and the parks, connecting with people, talking, listening, or just being present. Many were homeless or inadequately housed.
Julia Vinograd: People’s Park poet
This article was written in 2015 after I sat down and had a long conversation with Julia at Caffe Mediterraneum.
The People’s Park 50th Anniversary Edition
In April, Berkeley observed the 50th anniversary of the iconic People’s Park. Whether it will be a celebration or a