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What a Week: Alameda County Fair in full swingNothing says the Alameda County Fair is back in the summer like the annual Ladies Day at the Races. It's great to see the fair and its traditional season reunited. And this would be as good of a week as any to attend...
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Readers' Choice 2022: Here are the winners!Our readers have spoken, the ballots have been counted and now we're ready to reveal the winners of the 2022 Readers' Choice contest -- another must-see special section spotlighting the best of the best in Pleasanton.
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Pacific Chamber Orchestra unveils 2022-23 concertsThe Pacific Chamber Orchestra is gearing up for its 2022-23 concert season, 'A Musical Season of Inspiration,' with four concert sets and an annual set of reading workshops.
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Foothill DECA caps comeback season with international wins, mystery talent showFoothill High School's DECA program clinched a cache of awards at the International Career Development Conference earlier this spring, bolstered by the team's successful MurDECA Mystery fundraiser show.
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Staying Healthy: Walking across AmericaPleasanton resident Patricia Vicary has accomplished a true feat of endurance: she has not only completed at least one half-marathon in every state and Washington, D.C., but she has written a book about her experience.
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San Ramon: 'MasterChef Junior' contestant reflects on growth since filming showAt the end of the ninth episode of this season of "MasterChef Junior," then-10-year-old Abir Bhatia of San Ramon stood among his three other somber-faced teammates who placed in the bottom during that episode's baking challenge...
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What a Week: Fitting Mayor's AwardsPleasanton Mayor Karla Brown would give out two awards that evening. Both went to such deserving recipients known for long records of dedicated community service that many of you would have read about in the Weekly over the years.
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Pleasanton launches Summer Reading ProgramThe Pleasanton Library and Recreation Department has kicked off the free Summer Reading Program to coincide with the beginning of the summer vacation for community students and continue through Aug. 7.
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Highlighting Native creativity, cultureThe Bankhead Art Gallery is showcasing works from some of the area's most talented artists of Native American descent now through July.
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Editorial: Weekly wins CNPA awards for local coverage in 2021Our entire editorial team is beaming with pride after being acknowledged by our peers with 10 awards in the CNPA's 2021 California Journalism Awards program, a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff in the Tri-Valley.
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Señor Bob: A lasting impactIn the hearts of many in Tulancingo, late Pleasanton resident Bob Athenour now truly has a permanent presence in the community of his hometown's sister city in Mexico -- a life-size bronze sculpture of him sitting on a park bench.
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What a Week: Time to party like it's ...The Alameda County Fair usually delivers remarkable quality and variety of concerts; this year's series promises much the same (on paper, anyway). The lineup is very appealing to my musical tastes, and really it has a little bit of something for...
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San Ramon Valley teacher reflects on 'Jeopardy!' appearanceCharlotte Wood Middle School history teacher Steve Knapp showed off his range of trivia knowledge for the whole country to see, appearing on an episode of 'Jeopardy!' that aired last week.
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Summer movie lineup offers hope for theaters, something for everyoneSummer film season is back, with big-scale action and family movies but also counter-programming for those seeking something less noisy and more sophisticated. Film critic Peter Canavese breaks it all down, including streaming options.
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Pleasanton man wins on 'Wheel of Fortune'Pleasanton resident Rodman Martin earned nearly $30,000 in cash and prizes and narrowly missed out on solving the final puzzle for the night's big prize on a recent episode of 'Wheel of Fortune.'
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Livermore Valley Arts announces new name, new seasonWith a new name encompassing the entire valley, Livermore Valley Arts unveiled the lineup for its upcoming 15th anniversary season at the Bankhead Theater.
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Leadership transition at Museum on MainAfter 13 years at the helm, Executive Director Jim DeMersman has announced he will retire from Pleasanton's Museum on Main in the fall. Sarah Schaefer, the current education director, has been named as his permanent successor.
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New Ambassadog takes the leash in PleasantonIf you've ever been to Peet's Coffee in downtown Pleasanton, you may have seen Gryphon Benn socializing with his friends. But, Gryphon isn't any ordinary 3-year-old ... and now, he's his hometown's 2022 Ambassadog.
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Williams, Huff picked as Community PatriotsBob Williams and Charles Huff have been named the 2022 Ed Kinney Community Patriot award winners.
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Capturing scenic beautyState Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan recently hosted a contest for professional, artistic and amateur photographers alike who bring into focus the beauty in her AD16 through their lens.
Notes on the Valley
by Monith Ilavarasan
Return to office
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Tim Talk
by Tim Hunt
Is life an accident or is it created?
Jun 28, 2022 | 10 comments
A New Shade of Green
by Sherry Listgarten
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Couple's Net
by Chandrama Anderson
Gifts and Belongings
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"Chamber of Commerce trip"
Jerry and Cindy Sobrero, Stu and Cheryl Craig, Ken and Cindy Artinyan, Cyril Bonanno, Mark and Ann Fischer, Emil and Margie Oxsen in Tangier Morocco during a Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce trip. Fun!
Submitted by Cindy Sobrero on Nov 21, 2017
Pacific Chamber Orchestra announces 2022-23 concerts
The Pacific Chamber Orchestra is gearing up for its 2022-23 concert season, 'A Musical Season of Inspiration,' with four concert sets and an annual set of reading workshops. Tuesday, June 21, 9:44 AM
Highlighting Native American creativity, culture in Bankhead Gallery
The Bankhead Art Gallery is showcasing works from some of the area's most talented artists of Native American descent now through July. The new exhibit will commemorate its opening with a community reception on Saturday afternoon. Thursday, June 2, 10:42 AM | 1 comments
San Ramon: 'MasterChef Junior' contestant reflects on growth since filming show
At the end of the ninth episode of this season of "MasterChef Junior," then-10-year-old Abir Bhatia of San Ramon stood among his three other somber-faced teammates who placed in the bottom during that episode's baking challenge... Sunday, June 12, 4:03 PM
Staying Healthy: Walking across America
Pleasanton resident Patricia Vicary has accomplished a true feat of endurance: she has not only completed at least one half-marathon in every state and Washington, D.C., but she has written a book about her experience. Monday, June 6, 6:05 PM
Pleasanton man wins cash, vacation on 'Wheel of Fortune'
Pleasanton resident Rodman Martin earned nearly $30,000 in cash and prizes and narrowly missed out on solving the final puzzle for the night's big prize on a recent episode of 'Wheel of Fortune.' Wednesday, May 25, 5:08 PM
Summer movie lineup offers hope for theaters, something for everyone
Summer film season is back, with big-scale action and family movies but also counter-programming for those seeking something less noisy and more sophisticated. Film critic Peter Canavese breaks it all down, including streaming options. Friday, May 27, 5:15 PM
Livermore Valley Arts announces new name, new season
With a new name encompassing the entire valley, Livermore Valley Arts unveiled the lineup for its upcoming 15th anniversary season at the Bankhead Theater last week. Saturday, May 28, 1:21 PM
Leadership transition at Pleasanton's Museum on Main
After 13 years at the helm, Executive Director Jim DeMersman has announced he will retire from Pleasanton's Museum on Main in the fall. Sarah Schaefer, the current education director, has been named as his permanent successor. Thursday, May 12, 9:46 AM
New public art piece at Alviso Adobe park
Community leaders came together over the weekend to welcome the newest public artwork to Pleasanton. 'Eventide', a welded steel sculpture of a mountain lion by Colorado artist Parker McDonald, was installed at the Alviso Adobe Park. Friday, March 4, 11:09 PM
What a Week: Fair concert lineup is out. Time to party like it's ...
The fair usually delivers remarkable quality and variety of concerts; this year's series promises much the same (on paper, anyway). The lineup is very appealing to my musical tastes, and really it has a little bit of something for... Wednesday, April 27, 10:33 PM
Artists come out to 'Paint Pleasanton'
Artists were out in force throughout town two weeks ago for the Pleasanton Art League's fourth annual plein air competition, 'Paint Pleasanton.' The event attracted many recognized artists to paint the city's historic landmarks... Thursday, October 7, 4:06 PM
'Lifetime' of inspiration: Pleasanton's Lauryn Marie releases new collection of songs
Lauryn Marie left last fall to attend college in Nashville, where she is majoring in songwriting and minoring in music business. She has just released her second EP, "Lifetime," a collection of five songs she wrote in her freshman year Thursday, August 26, 4:45 PM
California rugged: Diablo Range runs 150 miles down the state's center but is still little acknowledged
A mention of the Diablo Range in the Tri-Valley is likely to draw the response: 'What range? Do you mean Mount Diablo?' The range runs from the Carquinez Strait south through 12 counties for a total of 150 miles to the Antelope Valley. Friday, July 30, 4:07 PM
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2022 guide to summer camps
Looking for something for the kids to do this summer, learn something new and have fun? The Summer Camp Guide features local camps for all ages and interests.
