22 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {quickpunch} October 1964 by David Halberstam—Beautifully written inside story of the 1960s era of baseball: Mantle, Maris, Gibson. An eye-opening experience. I See You’ve Called in Dead by John Kenney—After drunkenly publishing his own obituary, a disillusioned obituarist seeks to relearn what it means to live by attending strangers’ funerals. The Onion—National and international satire about the crazy world we live in—theonion.com WHO KNEW? One of the Bay Area’s most beloved landmarks—a weathered red barn along Highway 84 near La Honda—is slated for restoration. But preserving the century-old structure means protecting an even rarer treasure: a colony of about 50 rare pallid bats that rest mostly in and around the eaves and soffits of the roof. After dusk, they zoom out into the night like dark shadows to forage. Since the bats tend to vacate the barn in colder winter months, contractors will wait for their flight—to where, no one knows—to do much of the work. Well Read Unscramble ILNLGAF LEAESV Finally, some half-baked advice: Don’t be sad, because sad backward is das—and das not good. Discoveries + REMINISCE about your college days and embrace the spirit of the back to school season by exploring Stanford’s sprawling campus. Wander on a whim and enjoy its architecture and its grounds. Or pay a visit to Cantor Arts Center for exhibits that span classic to contemporary. Ground yourself by seeing what’s growing over at the O’Donohue Educational Farm or reach for the sky by ascending to the observation deck at the Hoover tower. + SWAY, swing and sing at free outdoor concerts while the weather still holds. September isn’t too late! Head to Mountain View’s Concerts on the Plaza as it wraps up with three final Fridays. Or spend a splendid Saturday along the waterfront at Redwood City Port’s Rock the Dock performances. Dash to Dine + GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ—A lively ambiance with delicious food that provides an exceptional dining experience—329 S. Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo + CAMPER—Excellent California seasonal fare in a comfortable, yet elegant rustic atmosphere. Great patio—898 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park + WILDSEED—Casual eatery in Town & Country Village offering unique flavors and dishes. While plant-based, it’s delicious for all—855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto
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