Published on August 28th, 2024
Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary announces another handcraft project
Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary announced its latest raffle, offering a chance to win a stunning outdoor furniture set.
The prize set includes two Adirondack chairs and a nesting table, all ...Submitted by Tom Guyette
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Published on August 28th, 2024
Bentley drama students shine at Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland
Live concerts, acrobatic acts, and improv specials. Nearly 4000 events, featuring performers from all corners of the world - and among them, a small group of Lamorinda teens. From July 31 to Aug. 9, Bentley Upper School's Advanced Drama class embarked on a trip to ...By Emma Wong
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Published on August 28th, 2024
Dancing with the Cars and car show feature Mustangs and Cobras
This year, the theme of the 2024 Orinda Car Show and the fund-raising Dancing with the Cars event feature Mustangs. And no, despite the charming poster for the event, horses will not be present. However, there will be a good representation of Ford Mustang cars, ...By Sora O'Doherty
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Published on August 14th, 2024
Understanding Early Decision and why you should stick to it
If you've been accepted by a college through its Early Decision (ED) plan you may consider yourself fortunate, as you should. You've applied to a school that's at or near the top of your target list because the likelihood of acceptance for ED applicants is higher than ...By Elizabeth LaScala
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Published on August 14th, 2024
Without Air - a thought-provoking drama from Hungary opens in Orinda
"Without Air" is opening in Orinda Theater on Aug. 16 and is scheduled to run for at least a week. It is a film for all audiences that will leave people with long lasting memories.
By Sophie Braccini
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Published on August 14th, 2024
Orinda teen Raul Dial stars in award-winning feature film "Didi"
For many, the act of stepping onstage is terrifying. But for teen actor Raul Dial, the spotlight is only the start.
The rising senior at Miramonte High School starred in "Didi," the ...By Emma Wong
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Published on August 14th, 2024
Miramonte students embark on Europe summer trip
From July 12 through 21, a band of 35 Miramonte students embarked on an educational journey to Berlin, Prague, Krakow, and Budapest. Across the Atlantic, these Eastern European cities offered striking beauty and miles of history.ÿ
By Emma Wong
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Published on July 31st, 2024
Moraga Valley Kiwanis celebrates 50 years in the community
As the Town of Moraga celebrates its 50th anniversary, so does the Moraga Valley Kiwanis. Chartered on May 16, 1974, the Kiwanis Club is technically older than the incorporated town (Nov. 12) by almost six months.
By Vera Kochan
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Published on July 31st, 2024
Lafayette nurse practitioner volunteers his services in Ukraine
When Global Care Force was seeking medical volunteers for service in war-torn Ukraine, Lafayette resident Ryan Anson answered the call. Having been a nurse practitioner for nearly 10 years, he was eager to make a difference in the lives of many whose medical care had ...By Vera Kochan
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Published on July 31st, 2024
Local music teacher loving her third career
For thousands of families throughout Lamorinda -- and beyond -- the soft-spoken woman with the delightful English accent is known simply as Miss Julia, their beloved Music Together teacher. "Miss" Julia McLeod dances, prances, sings, and plays her ukulele and violin, ...By Diane Claytor
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Published on July 31st, 2024
Taste of summer in quaint downtown Lafayette
Warm sun, good friends, and great food: the recipe for a perfect summertime lunch. And what better place to dine than at Lafayette's picturesque restaurants?
Laughter spreads across the ...By Emma Wong
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Published on July 17th, 2024
Looking Good in Lamorinda
Did you know that Aug. 17 is National Thrift Store Day? I follow several "thrifters" on Instagram and I am continually impressed with the chic outfits they put together from their thrift and consignment store finds. In addition to creating unique looks, shoppers opt ...By Moya Stone
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Published on July 17th, 2024
Chalk drawings bring color to Saranap neighborhood
Amidst the Fourth of July traditions of grilling, fireworks, and parades, Saranap neighborhood has one that is beloved but unique. As two women at the Forma Gym informed their friends: "We're going to see the chalk drawings." At Annual Ponderosa Lane Fourth of July ...By Elaine Borden Chandler
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Published on July 17th, 2024
Heatwave fun at the Moraga Commons splash pad
This was certainly a heatwave to remember. Thanks to the splash pad at the Moraga Commons Park, summer relief came in the form of waterspouts and cooling sprays for all to enjoy. Activated by touching cleverly designed sensor pads with a foot or hand, undulating and ...By Jeff Heyman
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