Cover: Mummies the Word
The Rosicrucian Order's biggest secret is that such ordinary people run the magic mystery show.

News: Media-Sized Bomb
The Unabomber trial brings a technological juggernaut to Sacramento, while news crews camp out in tents to report a non-event.

Presents of Mind: MetroActive's annual holiday guide cuts to the heart of the season of giving. Plus, clutter-free gifts.

Hanging Ten With Mom: The confessions of a surfing mom's quest for the 'perfect moment.'

Night Howl: Some of the best in Santa Cruz County choreography and movement help reinvent modern dance at Cabrillo College.

Notes From the Underground: Santa Cruz welcomes a not-so-new revival.

Talking Pictures: Best-selling bio-weapons spookmeister Richard Preston takes aim at The Jackal.

Figaro It Out: Beaumarchais sweetens the French scoundrel.

Still the Greatest: The elegant bistro that Jack and Renee Chyle built continues to set standards for charm, coziness and graceful flavors.