Moraga Mom Gives Thanks for Every Breath She Takes
Some moments in life steal your breath away.
Laura Zellmer has had more than her share, and they weren't always good. The Moraga mom has cystic fibrosis, an inherited progressive ...By Cathy Dausman
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Miramonte Water Polo Marks 50 Years in Lamorinda
It's no secret that Lamorinda high schools make a splash each year in the Northern California Sectionals water polo championships. It's due largely to a strong history of the sport, especially at Miramonte High School.
By John T. Miller
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Award-winning Local Poet, Playwright and Screenwriter to Perform at SMC
When Chinaka Hodge was a freshman at Berkeley High, it's unlikely that the young writer imagined she would one day be featured as a notable alumnus. Yet today her face is plastered on one of the bright blue utility boxes outside the school, with a simple tribute that ...By A.K. Carroll
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'Paper Airplane Guy' Soars Through Unique STEAM Demo at LL&LC
Imagine sitting in a lecture and actually being encouraged to fly paper airplanes. ThatŐs what happened during John CollinsŐ recent Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) presentation at Lafayette Library and Learning Center. When it comes to ...By Cathy Dausman
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Swedish Film 'Ove' Delights in Orinda
There is a lot to love about this month's international film shown at the Orinda Theatre, "A Man Called Ove" (En Man Som Etter Ove) from Sweden, a comedy-drama that tells the story of a grumpy old man. It is a very well-made, feel-good movie - with tears and laughter ...By Sophie Braccini
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Gold Star Families Star at Town Hall Theatre
Town Hall Theater will be holding a very special bonus component to the Nov. 5 Midnight Flyer concert as it will be holding a fundraising event on behalf of Gold Star Families - those who have lost family members in military conflicts.
 By Pippa Fisher
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Lafayette Residents: See BAMPFA for Free
On Sunday, Nov. 13, Lafayette residents ...
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Vibrant Landscapes of Contra Costa County is a Feast for the Eyes
The vibrantly depicted landscapes of the late Lundy Siegriest (1925-1985) are on display at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center through Nov. 20.
Siegriest's father, Louis Bassi ...By Kara Navolio
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Breast Cancer Charity Hits the High Notes
Sandy Preto was inspired to start a Moraga-based charitable organization after a joyous surprise party organized by partner Mark Carlton after her tough two-year battle fighting breast cancer.
By Cathy Tyson
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Saint Mary's Students Offer Fresh and Poetic 'Twelfth Night'
It is a rarity to be able to see Shakespeare at Saint Mary's College. According to professor and director Daniel Larlham, it might only be the second time ever, the reason being that the text requires such work that it is hard to put it together within the seven weeks ...By Sophie Braccini
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Celebrating 10 Years of the Crosses
It's become part of the Lamorinda landcape: the collection of white crosses on a hillside in Lafayette. Known as The Crosses of Lafayette, the memorial was erected 10 years ago to recognize American service members who were killed in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Film Clips
The opening scene of the movie "The Accountant" has a young autistic boy struggling to find the last piece of a puzzle, which is creating frustration and confusion in the child. Was this a foreshadowing the director, Gavin O'Conner ("Tumbleweeds") was trying to create? ...By Derek Zemrak
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DayTripping
When enjoying a weekend getaway, I typically explore an entire locale with the intention of providing tips and activity ideas. I usually recommend a home base hotel and a few restaurants. And so it was that I embarked on a "Silicon Valley" weekend stay; I studied the ...By Fran Endicott Miller
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Kick off the Holidays at Orinda Artisan Faire
The 10th annual Artisan Faire will be held from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Orinda Country Club. Meet talented local artists, who will be displaying and selling their distinctive work in jewelry, ceramics, painting, glass, fiber art, clothing, woodwork and more.
Submitted by Barbara Duff
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Family Focus
Cara's family physician referred her for therapy because she was feeling that no one liked her or cared about her. Cara, age 13, was having difficulty getting along with her family and her peers, and her grades in school were suffering.
 By Margie Ryerson
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Lamorinda Weekly, Moraga CA