Jeanne Gibson was 18 when she learned to weld massive warships known as destroyers in 1944. She was one of about 12 million women tending the homefront war effort, operating cranes, riveting and welding — work that earned them the nickname Rosie the Riveter. “ Being a Rosie kind of asserted my spine,” Gibson said, referring to the attitude it gave her. “We can do it!” At 99 and half this month, Gibson is eager to get back to work. She…
On a recent Saturday afternoon, the Bay Area Girls Club hosted a pop-up concert with “Wanda Gonzales and Friends” in the backyard, where music from a lineup of hometown performers filled the air. Before an all-ages audience of about 50 people in September, Gonzalez sang effortlessly and soulfully while playing the guitar. On the stage with her were a saxophonist, bassist and drummer — all from the Bay Area. “We have a burgeoning music scene happening here in the city…