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Spring came anyway. This year carried storms. Long nights. Conflict. The weight of trying to protect the places and people I care about. But the land keeps teaching the same lesson every season. Growth returns. Lying in the flowers today and looking up at the sky, I felt the quiet truth again. Even after pressure and change, the roots are still alive. The land I love and the community I call home are still here. On my way. Still becoming the person I needed. 🌱 #SpringForward #NewGrowth #ConnectedToTheLand #berkeley #NatureReel CommunityRoots StillGrowing OnMyWay
36th annual Berkeley Mardi Gras 🐸 Rain. Brass. Neon green frog overhead. I joined the Telegraph contingent and walked with friends through the wet streets, laughing the whole way. Humans need celebration. Joy is communal. Taking the streets isn&
36th annual Berkeley Mardi Gras 🐸 Rain. Brass. Neon green frog overhead. I joined the Telegraph contingent and walked with friends through the wet streets, laughing the whole way. Humans need celebration. Joy is communal. Taking the streets isn’t just spectacle. It’s a reminder that public space belongs to the people in it. Public joy. Public life. Grateful to be in community.
I visited a NO ICE action and honestly, what stayed with me most was the joy. People showed up with music, lights, laughter, and care for one another. In a moment where fear has been heavy, this felt like resilience in real time. I keep thinking ab
I visited a NO ICE action and honestly, what stayed with me most was the joy. People showed up with music, lights, laughter, and care for one another. In a moment where fear has been heavy, this felt like resilience in real time. I keep thinking about kids being able to go to school and know their parents are waiting for them at home. Families deserve stability. Detention isn’t freedom. Community is how we look out for each other. Grateful to Indivisible East Bay and everyone in the resistance for turning grief into connection and reminding us we don’t have to face any of this alone.
Spring Forward 🌱 Clearing space, turning soil, starting again. Gardens don’t fix themselves and neither do communities. Every season asks the same question, are you willing to show up and tend what you care about. Today it’s pulling weeds, cutting back overgrowth, making room for what’s next. Small actions, repeated, become transformation. This is what renewal looks like in real time.
One of the most energizing parts of this new year has been sitting with neighbors who are ready for real change. In every conversation, the same concerns come up. Housing. Public space. Stability. These are not abstract policy debates. These are dai
One of the most energizing parts of this new year has been sitting with neighbors who are ready for real change. In every conversation, the same concerns come up. Housing. Public space. Stability. These are not abstract policy debates. These are daily realities in Southside and across Berkeley. People sometimes assume that because I fight for places like People’s Park, I must be anti-housing or anti-UC Berkeley. The truth is the opposite. I want all three to succeed together. I want a city where new housing does not displace longtime residents, where below-market-rate homes are the norm, and where renovation does not automatically mean rent hikes. That is not radical. It is common sense rooted in community. At this gathering, neighbors shared ideas about housing, infrastructure, and employment. I moved from group to group listening and talking through what protection looks like in real life. Housing should come with buffers, not threats. Missed rent should not mean immediate eviction. Stability should not be treated like a privilege. My work in healthcare and mutual aid comes from the same place as my decision to run for office. I am not running to be a public figure. I am running to be a public servant. I’m running for Berkeley City Council to help build a city where people can live, heal, and stay.
Saturday with Food Not Bombs near People’s Park at Haste and Telegraph. Grateful for this crew and for how much this community keeps growing. Hunger doesn’t wait. Neither do we.
Saturday with Food Not Bombs near People’s Park at Haste and Telegraph. Grateful for this crew and for how much this community keeps growing. Hunger doesn’t wait. Neither do we.
Had a great time at the Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz. Gravity took the day off and so did logic. Bigfoot’s definitely real, by the way. May peace prevail on Earth (and in whatever dimension that place exists in). #MysterySpot #SantaCruz #Bigfoot
Had a great time at the Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz. Gravity took the day off and so did logic. Bigfoot’s definitely real, by the way. May peace prevail on Earth (and in whatever dimension that place exists in). #MysterySpot #SantaCruz #BigfootIsReal #BayAreaAdventures #OpticalIllusion #WeirdCalifornia
✨Nothing beats a holiday in Berkeley CA 2025✨ …where UC bulldozes a 56-year-old historic People’s Park—once full of concerts, art, shade, and biodiversity—and replaces it with razor wire + shipping containers 🚫🌳🛢️. …Where City Council cries about nightlife—after bulldozing half of downtown 🌃🚧. …Where 2 years of advocacy for a resolution condemning genocide in Gaza resulted in nothing but thoughts and prayers—and they didn’t even edit the legislation to remove past presidents until the last minute ✍️💔. …Where Telegraph’s legendary food + art scene—murals, record shops, street vendors, and cuisines from every corner of the world—got bulldozed into a bland strip of boba shops and fried chicken chains, with empty high-rises looming over it all 🥤🍗🏙️. …Where leaders obsess over bus lanes while minimum-wage workers can’t even afford the bus 🚌💸. …Where “wildfire prevention” means destroying biodiversity in people’s yards 🌱💔. …And where ferries pollute the bay, leaving beached whales onshore while tsunami warnings roll in 🌊🐋. Meanwhile, Trump targets Berkeley for being a “sanctuary city,” but this city already evicted half its poor on its own 💀. When I ran for City Council in 2018, my biggest mistake was thinking people actually wanted progress. I came in fighting for tiny homes to end homelessness, reimagining neighborhoods with the best technology, even dreaming of hoverboards on Telegraph and real rent relief. Nearly a decade later? They voted for trash—and it’s actually worse. But the joke’s on them. I’m still here, still doing the work they only pretended to do—without the power. I was a young, intersectional, local activist fighting to protect my People’s Park—our green space, our culture, our sanctuary. That’s what they really stopped. Not just trees and concerts, but a future rooted in community, care, and resilience. And I still can’t believe they thought it was worth it. All we wanted was a space to breathe, play music, and gather. At this point, the AI aliens can take over — because honestly, nothing could be worse than what we’ve already got 🤖👽.
Last weekend, this corner was alive with music, Mezzo’s delicious food, free meals from Food Not Bombs, and the powerful People’s Park mural reminding us of Berkeley’s history and resilience. Telegraph Second Sundays brought people
Last weekend, this corner was alive with music, Mezzo’s delicious food, free meals from Food Not Bombs, and the powerful People’s Park mural reminding us of Berkeley’s history and resilience. Telegraph Second Sundays brought people together once again to celebrate community, art, and the spirit that makes Berkeley so unique. If you missed it, don’t worry — there’s more to come! Mark your calendar for the next Second Sunday and come be part of the energy, support local vendors, and connect with neighbors. #TelegraphSecondSundays #BerkeleyCA #BerkeleyLife #CommunityVibes #LocalLove #PeoplesPark #FoodNotBombs #BayAreaEvents #SupportLocal
May the 4th Be With You, Berkeley Space has captured our imagination for generations. Anyone who’s ever laid in the grass and looked up knows the questions it stirs: Why does the sky shift? How are we spinning on this axis? What else lies beyon
May the 4th Be With You, Berkeley Space has captured our imagination for generations. Anyone who’s ever laid in the grass and looked up knows the questions it stirs: Why does the sky shift? How are we spinning on this axis? What else lies beyond the stars? But here in Berkeley, we don’t just look to the stars — we organize under them. From People’s Park to Telegraph, our corners are hubs of resistance, where we gather to protect what matters. In a galaxy where greed and displacement echo like a Death Star hum, we use the Force of love, community, and resilience to build a better future. The rebellion is local. The resistance is rooted. And we’ve got more than hope — we’ve got each other. #MayThe4thBeWithYou #BerkeleyStrong #PeoplesPark #CommunityPower #UseTheForce #ResistanceIsBeautiful #StarWarsDay #EastBayLove #AidanForBerkeley #VoteAidan2026 #ChessClub #PeoplesPark #FoodNotBombs
People’s Park lives because we do! ✊💚 Marching with Berkeley High students, I felt strong, powerful, and deeply connected to this fight. As I step into my 30s, I feel the weight of responsibility—building a life, a family, a future&mdash
People’s Park lives because we do! ✊💚 Marching with Berkeley High students, I felt strong, powerful, and deeply connected to this fight. As I step into my 30s, I feel the weight of responsibility—building a life, a family, a future—but People’s Park is fundamental to all of it. Access to healthcare, food, green space, and community is not just a cause; it’s my life’s work. Seeing young people take up the mantle reminds me why we fight. We liberated the People’s Park Gardens, and the joy it’s brought these past weeks is immeasurable. If you have a heart to save the park, now’s the time to stand with us. #SavePeoplesPark #StopTheSweeps #WhereDoWeGo
Crumbl Berkeley is bringing the Southside vibes! 🍪💖 The iconic pink box is a fashion statement, and their cookies are always a hit. Glad to support businesses that bring joy (and amazing desserts) to the neighborhood! #CrumblBerkeley #Berkeley #UCB
Crumbl Berkeley is bringing the Southside vibes! 🍪💖 The iconic pink box is a fashion statement, and their cookies are always a hit. Glad to support businesses that bring joy (and amazing desserts) to the neighborhood! #CrumblBerkeley #Berkeley #UCBerkeley #TelegraphAve #SouthsideVibes #CookieCulture
Live from downtown Berkeley: Thoughts on park restrictions, displacement, housing, and the city’s skibbidy toilet euphoria—all against the backdrop of an atmospheric river in the United Corporations of Amerika. Tune in.
Art as Activism, Expression & Inspiration 🎨✨ Art has the power to liberate the soul, provoke imagination, and inspire action—Keith Haring believed this, and his work continues to prove it. But Haring is just one example of how art can cha
Art as Activism, Expression & Inspiration 🎨✨ Art has the power to liberate the soul, provoke imagination, and inspire action—Keith Haring believed this, and his work continues to prove it. But Haring is just one example of how art can challenge injustice, spark conversation, and bring communities together. Recently, I had the chance to experience some incredible art installations, from the glowing orbs of an immersive light exhibit to the breathtaking glasswork of Chihuly. Whether through bold street murals, powerful activism, or intricate glass sculptures, art shapes the way we see the world and connect with one another. No matter the medium, art reminds us that beauty and resistance go hand in hand. It gives us space to dream, to push boundaries, and to imagine something better. What does art mean to you? Drop a comment below! ⬇️ #ArtForChange #KeithHaring #ChihulyGlass #PublicArt #QueerHistory #SocialJustice #AIDSActivism #BerkeleyArts #ImmersiveArt #ArtAsResistance
I dissent. I dissent to Donald Trump’s confirmation for a second term as president—a decision that perpetuates harm through policies rooted in authoritarianism, environmental destruction, corporate greed, and the expansion of the carcera
I dissent. I dissent to Donald Trump’s confirmation for a second term as president—a decision that perpetuates harm through policies rooted in authoritarianism, environmental destruction, corporate greed, and the expansion of the carceral state. I bear witness that the nation-state has committed war crimes, crimes against humanity, and violated the sanctity of international conventions and human rights both at home and abroad by both Republican and Democrat administrations. I reject the oligarchic forces that have accumulated wealth in the hands of the few while so many have lost their lives due to their greed. I bear witness that climate change is real, and that war, fossil fuel extraction, environmental degradation, and weapons manufacturers are the leading causes of climate change, decimating populations at home and abroad. I bear witness that gender is dynamic, that variation between sexes—including intersex populations—is normal, and that cultural conventions towards gender are simply that. As a member of the republic who runs for office, who has gained favor with 10% of my city’s population, I solemnly affirm that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the state of California, and the self-governance and determination of the Ohlone and all aboriginal peoples against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God. I dissent to authoritarianism. I dissent to corporations exploiting our public trust, to the mass pollution and resource extraction destroying our planet, and to the continued systemic oppression of marginalized communities. Together, we have the power to build a future grounded in resilience, equity, and justice. Let your dissent be action. Let your voice be heard. #IDissent #Nonbinary #EndAuthoritarianism #ProtectOurPlanet #JusticeForAll #trump #berkeley #berkeleypov #peoplespark
January 3rd at the Ivy Room, I joined the Bay Area hip-hop community for the second year in a row alongside Señor Gigio to take a stand for People’s Park. I spoke about our resilience and how the park remains a sanctuary and public commo
January 3rd at the Ivy Room, I joined the Bay Area hip-hop community for the second year in a row alongside Señor Gigio to take a stand for People’s Park. I spoke about our resilience and how the park remains a sanctuary and public commons. The UC’s barbed wire, 24/7 guards, and riot police make it clear—they never had our permission or consent. We will continue to fight for this communal space where we grow our own food, provide our own resources, and protect one another. Last year, I spoke at this same event about peaceful resistance and shared defiance, and I’m proud to see that spirit still alive and thriving. It was powerful to stand in solidarity once again with artists and activists who believe in the importance of protecting People’s Park. If you’d like to revisit my performance from last year, you can find it pinned in Señor Gigio’s “Random Acts of Nonconformity” on my page. Together, we’re building a stronger, more resilient community and fighting for a future where public commons are preserved for everyone. 📸: @bonesinthebooth
🌟 Berkeley’s Creativity Shines Bright! 🌟 Loving the vibrant new mural in our community – it’s more than just art, it’s a celebration of Berkeley’s spirit! 🖌️✨ Let’s continue to uplift local creativity and public
🌟 Berkeley’s Creativity Shines Bright! 🌟 Loving the vibrant new mural in our community – it’s more than just art, it’s a celebration of Berkeley’s spirit! 🖌️✨ Let’s continue to uplift local creativity and public spaces that bring us all together. 🌈💛 📍 Seen a mural that inspires you? Share it with us! #BerkeleyArt #CommunityCreativity #SupportLocalArtists #PublicArt
✨ Here’s to 2025, Berkeley! ✨ As we step into a new year, we’re reminded of the strength and spirit of our community. 2025 is our opportunity to build on the progress we’ve made and create an even brighter future — one rooted in sustainability, equity, and shared purpose. Together, we can tackle challenges, celebrate achievements, and make Berkeley a place where everyone feels empowered to thrive. Let’s embrace the possibilities of this new year with hope and determination. Wishing you inspiration, connection, and success in 2025. Let’s make it a great year, together! #Berkeley2025 #ForwardTogether #BrightFuture
Celebrating 41 years of the Telegraph Holiday Street Fair! 🎉 From Gifts of Tara and Annapurna to Kathmandu Market and Deli, and the ever-reliable Chess Club—our community stands strong. These spaces aren’t just businesses; they’re homes for connection, creativity, and care. Whether it’s serving Food Not Bombs or managing nonprofits to meet our neighbors’ basic needs, we do this out of love. In the face of gentrification and rapid change, our community keeps showing up—resilient, brave, and unapologetically differen-t. For over 10 years, I’ve been proud to serve this neighborhood—its small businesses, students, and residents. Through my continued candidacy for Berkeley City Council this 2026 election, I’m committed to fighting for a community that uplifts everyone. Wait, they don’t love you like we love you, Berkeley. Telegraph Avenue is the home of misfits, radicals, those who think outside the box, and those who aren’t afraid to be differen-t. A place where love for this community always shines. See you on Telegraph!
🎄✨ The first day of the Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair felt like a homecoming. I got to see so many familiar faces, and one heartfelt performance really stood out. It reminded me of how Telegraph’s street culture and People’s Park are deeply connected. I remembered dancing and doing cartwheels in the grass, spending quiet moments under the redwood groves, and walking through the gardens. I remembered how hundreds of us would gather to celebrate. This fair isn’t just a market—it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and connection. I’m so glad we’re still here. 💛 📍 Telegraph Avenue | December 14, 15, 21, 22, 23 & 24 | 11 AM - 6 PM Let’s keep the spirit alive. #TelegraphHolidayFair #BerkeleyCommunity #PeoplesPark #CelebrateLocal #TelegraphCulture #ShopLocal #BerkeleyTradition #HandmadeHolidays
Spring came anyway. This year carried storms. Long nights. Conflict. The weight of trying to protect the places and people I care about. But the land keeps teaching the same lesson every season. Growth returns. Lying in the flowers today and look
36th annual Berkeley Mardi Gras 🐸 Rain. Brass. Neon green frog overhead. I joined the Telegraph contingent and walked with friends through the wet streets, laughing the whole way. Humans need celebration. Joy is communal. Taking the streets isn& I visited a NO ICE action and honestly, what stayed with me most was the joy. People showed up with music, lights, laughter, and care for one another. In a moment where fear has been heavy, this felt like resilience in real time. I keep thinking ab
Spring Forward 🌱 Clearing space, turning soil, starting again. Gardens don’t fix themselves and neither do communities. Every season asks the same question, are you willing to show up and tend what you care about. Today it’s pulling wee
One of the most energizing parts of this new year has been sitting with neighbors who are ready for real change. In every conversation, the same concerns come up. Housing. Public space. Stability. These are not abstract policy debates. These are dai Saturday with Food Not Bombs near People’s Park at Haste and Telegraph. Grateful for this crew and for how much this community keeps growing. Hunger doesn’t wait. Neither do we. Had a great time at the Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz. Gravity took the day off and so did logic. Bigfoot’s definitely real, by the way. May peace prevail on Earth (and in whatever dimension that place exists in). #MysterySpot #SantaCruz #Bigfoot
✨Nothing beats a holiday in Berkeley CA 2025✨ …where UC bulldozes a 56-year-old historic People’s Park—once full of concerts, art, shade, and biodiversity—and replaces it with razor wire + shipping containers 🚫🌳🛢️. &hellip
Last weekend, this corner was alive with music, Mezzo’s delicious food, free meals from Food Not Bombs, and the powerful People’s Park mural reminding us of Berkeley’s history and resilience. Telegraph Second Sundays brought people May the 4th Be With You, Berkeley Space has captured our imagination for generations. Anyone who’s ever laid in the grass and looked up knows the questions it stirs: Why does the sky shift? How are we spinning on this axis? What else lies beyon People’s Park lives because we do! ✊💚 Marching with Berkeley High students, I felt strong, powerful, and deeply connected to this fight. As I step into my 30s, I feel the weight of responsibility—building a life, a family, a future&mdash Crumbl Berkeley is bringing the Southside vibes! 🍪💖 The iconic pink box is a fashion statement, and their cookies are always a hit. Glad to support businesses that bring joy (and amazing desserts) to the neighborhood! #CrumblBerkeley #Berkeley #UCB
Live from downtown Berkeley: Thoughts on park restrictions, displacement, housing, and the city’s skibbidy toilet euphoria—all against the backdrop of an atmospheric river in the United Corporations of Amerika. Tune in.
Art as Activism, Expression & Inspiration 🎨✨ Art has the power to liberate the soul, provoke imagination, and inspire action—Keith Haring believed this, and his work continues to prove it. But Haring is just one example of how art can cha I dissent. I dissent to Donald Trump’s confirmation for a second term as president—a decision that perpetuates harm through policies rooted in authoritarianism, environmental destruction, corporate greed, and the expansion of the carcera January 3rd at the Ivy Room, I joined the Bay Area hip-hop community for the second year in a row alongside Señor Gigio to take a stand for People’s Park. I spoke about our resilience and how the park remains a sanctuary and public commo 🌟 Berkeley’s Creativity Shines Bright! 🌟 Loving the vibrant new mural in our community – it’s more than just art, it’s a celebration of Berkeley’s spirit! 🖌️✨ Let’s continue to uplift local creativity and public
✨ Here’s to 2025, Berkeley! ✨ As we step into a new year, we’re reminded of the strength and spirit of our community. 2025 is our opportunity to build on the progress we’ve made and create an even brighter future — one rooted
Celebrating 41 years of the Telegraph Holiday Street Fair! 🎉 From Gifts of Tara and Annapurna to Kathmandu Market and Deli, and the ever-reliable Chess Club—our community stands strong. These spaces aren’t just businesses; they’re
🎄✨ The first day of the Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair felt like a homecoming. I got to see so many familiar faces, and one heartfelt performance really stood out. It reminded me of how Telegraph’s street culture and People’s Park