Emily Williamson, published June 10, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
The Saklan School proudly partnered with the Moraga Art Gallery to present a vibrant and inspiring student art exhibition May 1-6, marking the second time Saklan’s Annual Art…
Chelsea Blackburn, published June 10, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
In response to a recent emergency in Orange County involving an imminent chemical explosion threat and the evacuation of tens of thousands of households within a 1-mile radius,…
Nitin Ravikumar, published June 10, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
For the past four years, Lamorinda neighbors have quietly been part of something remarkable. They've dropped donated eyeglasses into collection bins at local libraries and…
Riki Juster, published June 10, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
The Lamorinda Spirit Van recently marked its 20th anniversary, celebrating two decades of providing essential transportation for older adults and residents across Lafayette,…
Vanessa Crews, published June 10, 2026 , page 11 · View as PDF
The Acalanes Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) brought Revolutionary history to life in early April with a dynamic program and public…
Vera Kochan, published June 10, 2026 , page 10 · View as PDF
For those unfamiliar with its location, the History Center can be found just around the right-side corner of the Moraga Library. Standing guard at the Center’s door is a rusty,…
David Scholz, published June 10, 2026 , page 10 · View as PDF
As foster kids age out of the system each year, they face new challenges.
To remind them they are loved and supported, metaphorical hugs are woven into warm bed covers…
Brian Cooney, published June 10, 2026 , page 9 · View as PDF
Scouts BSA Troop 204 honored four young men who achieved the Eagle Scout award, the highest rank in Scouting America, on March 21 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Lafayette.…
Alexis Coyle, published June 10, 2026 , page 9 · View as PDF
Scouts BSA Troop 402, one of the largest all-girl Scout troops in the United States, celebrated an extraordinary milestone this spring as 12 young women earned the rank of Eagle…
Samantha McNally, published May 13, 2026 , page 20 · View as PDF
The Lamorinda Arts Alliance is pleased to present "Spring To Summer," a curated exhibition at the Papillon Cafe & Gallery in Lafayette. The days are getting longer and it is time…
Mike Gee, published May 13, 2026 , page 20 · View as PDF
When families face a crisis – a parent hospitalized, overwhelmed, or encountering an unsafe situation – the Bay Area Crisis Nursery in Concord is there to provide refuge. Open…
Sophie Braccini, published May 13, 2026 , page 15 · View as PDF
In post-war Vietnam, just after the victory of the Vietcong and reunification in the early 1980s, the country was under the rule of the Communist Party. In cities such as Ho Chi…
Mary Gray Ranzal , published May 13, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
The Acalanes Chapter of National Charity League on March 7 recognized and celebrated its 21 graduating seniors in a lovely Senior Recognition event at the Orinda Country Club,…
Cayley Chang, published May 13, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
The week before spring break at Campolindo High School feels like a long red-eye flight. Everyone is tired, irritable, and just waiting to leave. Then comes Saturday, March 28 –…
Bob Marino, published May 13, 2026 , page 12 · View as PDF
Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary recently honored outstanding middle school students at its fourth annual Good Character Awards ceremony, recognizing young people who consistently…
Jaya, published May 13, 2026 , page 12 · View as PDF
Several colorful booths filled downtown Lafayette Plaza on April 26 as part of Sustainable Lafayette’s Earth Day Festival, which included information about recycling,…
Vera Kochan, published May 13, 2026 , page 11 · View as PDF
Saint Mary’s College held an Active Shooter Response Workshop on April 9 and 15 for students and staff in order to explain key concepts to help protect both individuals and the…
Moya Stone, published April 8, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
Spring is when it’s still a little too chilly to go without a warm layer, but we no longer need our winter coats. I call this Sweater Season! Layered over a T-shirt or a blouse,…
Sophie Braccini, published April 8, 2026 , page 12 · View as PDF
A set of very distant cousins learn through a genealogist and a solicitor that they are the heirs of a long-dead ancestor, Adèle – a woman born in the French countryside at the…
Vera Kochan, published April 8, 2026 , page 12 · View as PDF
The old saying, “seeing is believing” no longer seems to apply now that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become commonplace in everyday living. The Contra Costa County…
Sora O'Doherty, published April 8, 2026 , page 12 · View as PDF
The Lamorinda Arts Council held a reception and awards ceremony in its 23rd annual High School Visual Arts Competition on March 19. Students who attended school in Lamorinda won…
Laurie Miles, published April 8, 2026 , page 3 · View as PDF
Lowell Cohn spent 40 years in the press box delivering a unique perspective on the biggest stars, events, and storylines in sports. As a former San Francisco Chronicle and Press…
published March 11, 2026 , page 14 · View as PDF
SPRING CAMPS & FULL DAY SUMMER CAMPS 2026
Get ready- it’s camp time!
It may only be March, but spring break and summer are just around the corner, and with that comes the…
Sharon K. Sobotta, published March 11, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
Librarians who found themselves in the crosshairs of anti-woke censorship campaigns are the subject of American filmmaker Kim A. Snyder’s 2025 documentary, “The Librarians,”…
Sophie Braccini, published March 11, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
“A Wolf Among Swans” is a 2024 biographical drama about renowned Brazilian dancer Thiago Soares. The feel-good movie shows how dedication and sacrifice to reach the top of…
Vera Kochan, published March 11, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
Saint Mary’s College Museum of Art opened a new exhibit on Feb. 12, featuring three Bay Area artists, each with a different approach to their pieces. “Hilda Robinson:…
Vanessa Crews, published March 11, 2026 , page 13 · View as PDF
As America approaches her 250th birthday in 2026, the Acalanes Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) recognized outstanding students and…
Seeta Nangia, published March 11, 2026 , page 11 · View as PDF
More than 350 Girl Scouts gathered Feb. 22 at Joaquin Moraga Intermediate School for the Orinda Moraga Girl Scouts Service Unit 327 International Faire, one of the service…
Tom Guyette, published March 11, 2026 , page 9 · View as PDF
A new East Bay service group is forming for people who want to make a real local impact without committing to weekly meetings or a traditional club schedule.
Sponsored by…
Sarah Gerrish, published March 11, 2026 , page 8 · View as PDF
For more than five decades, the Moraga Junior Women’s Club has played a quiet but steady role in supporting the community. Founded in 1970, the organization is marking its 55th…
Aileen Burgoyne, published March 11, 2026 , page 8 · View as PDF
Seven Eagle scouts from Troop 237 were celebrated at the Eagle Court of Honor Dec. 13 at the Orinda Community Church. Mayor Latika Malkani was in attendance with City of Orinda…
By Steve Mitchell, published February 11, 2026 , page 14 · View as PDF
If losing weight were simply about eating less, most people wouldn’t be stuck losing the same pounds over and over again. They wouldn’t feel like their body is working against…
Eloise Gafni, published February 11, 2026 , page 11 · View as PDF
For her Girl Scout Gold Award, Campolindo junior Eloise Gafni wrote and published a children’s book supporting Jelly’s Place Animal Rescue. Her book, “Vinny Was a Good…
Sora O'Doherty, published February 11, 2026 , page 11 · View as PDF
This year’s Lunar New Year performance will feature a martial arts demonstration and lion dance by Tomizaki's Champions Kung Fu Institute to welcome in the Year of the Horse…
Emma Wong, published February 11, 2026 , page 11 · View as PDF
Ordering food in a foreign language. Navigating unfamiliar streets. Living thousands of miles from home. For three Lamorinda high school graduates, studying abroad transformed…
Sharon K. Sobotta, published February 11, 2026 , page 9 · View as PDF
Valentine’s Day is not a rosy time of the year for everyone. For those who are on a quest to find love but have so far fallen short, for those who’ve recently experienced…
Jeffrey Troth, published February 11, 2026 , page 5 · View as PDF
U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet 1st Class Mark Tang, Class of 2026, has been awarded the highly competitive Marshall Scholarship. Upon his graduation this May, Tang will…
Sharon K. Sobotta, published January 14, 2026 , page 9 · View as PDF
Approximately 150 local protesters on Jan. 6 took to the streets of Lafayette to remember the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection in Washington, D.C., to say 'no' to war, kings, autocracy…
Sophie Braccini, published January 14, 2026 , page 9 · View as PDF
At the end of the 19th century, the French intelligence services learn that their current enemy, Germany, is being fed military intelligence from within their upper ranks. A quick…
By Jenn Freedman, published January 14, 2026 , page 9 · View as PDF
Liminal Dance Labs is Lamorinda’s newest dance studio, offering the chance for dancers to train for and participate in dance competitions. But perhaps what makes Liminal even…