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Arts & Entertainment
October 6, 2026

Tickets now on sale for PMS musical Frozen JR

Based on the popular Broadway musical, performances run October 23-25 at the Alan Harvey Theater. Check out scenes from rehearsals.
Nonprofit
October 6, 2026

Dress Best for Less grants $100,000 to Piedmont Schools

Founded in 1982, DBFL has contributed more than $1 million to Piedmont schools and neighboring communities over the past 44 years.
Around Town
October 2, 2026

A documentary and a panel of experts take on the artificial intelligence revolution

Recent event at Alan Harvey Theater explored the alternately promising and terrifying developments posed by AI.
  • City Council appoints Bonnie Tam as Piedmont’s next Public Works Director

    Tam brings nearly 20 years of local government experience in public works operations, capital improvement planning, and fiscal management.

  • Piedmont Fire seeks community input on disaster preparedness

    Survey will measure change since 2024 and help guide future preparedness efforts.

  • Reminder | Turkey Trot early bird pricing ends Oct. 6

    Participants have a few more days to lock in discounts for tickets.

  • League of Women Voters of Piedmont to host political scientist Seth Masket

    Special fundraising luncheon with introduction by Mayor Betsy Smegal Andersen on October 30.

Health + Science + Environment

  • El Niño’s impact on aging California schools may be severe, experts warn
  • A new California law will prohibit sales of disposable vapes. Here’s why
  • New California law gives youth football parents another safety option

LIFESTYLE

  • The Dish | Creamy Potato Salad
  • Yellow Door 2.0
  • Review: San Francisco Playhouse’s ‘Peter Pan Goes Wrong’ goes wildy right
  • Review: The Fool stands out in Oakland Theater Project’s ‘King Lear’
  • Best Bets: African culture festivals, Flyaway Productions, Santa Cruz Porchfest, Symphony San Jose, Livermore Opera
  • Bay City Books: New books by NorCal authors September-October 2026
  • Local Lit | Top tips for October 2026
  • Flix Fest | ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel’ on Oct. 8

Elections

  • Letter to the Editor | Reichle’s priorities are clear, sensible
  • Fact check: Could California lawmakers expand the billionaire tax to everyone?
  • Letter to the Editor | Bill Reichle has the experience and skillset to lead on City Council
  • Letter to the Editor | GG will help Piedmont keep pace with rising costs
  • Letter to the Editor | Measure GG is essential to Piedmont’s infrastructure
  • Five in the running for three open City Council seats

AROUND TOWN

  • Hunter’s Moon, Saturn and Orionids meteors | The Exedra’s Monthly Almanac for October 2026

    October brings Piedmont its clearest, most golden weather of the year, even as the hills keep losing daylight.

  • A documentary and a panel of experts take on the artificial intelligence revolution

    Recent event at Alan Harvey Theater explored the alternately promising and terrifying developments posed by AI.

  • League of Women Voters of Piedmont to host political scientist Seth Masket

    Special fundraising luncheon with introduction by Mayor Betsy Smegal Andersen on October 30.

  • Photos | Cool cars, Harvest Festival, and more

    It was a "choose your own adventure" kind of weekend in Piedmont.

  • Harvest Festival: Winners of the 2026 Edibles Contest

    From applesauce to zucchinis, see whose homemade / homegrown submissions made the grade.

  • Who’s that Good Dog?

    Rey loves her family, outings, and treats.

  • Exedra Reads | Grandmas share their favorite books to read with the grandkids

    A mix of classic children's books and more recent tales top the lists.

  • Piedmont Beautification Foundation looks to banner year ahead after fast start

    Support for the new Nature Play Area in Piedmont Park, Measure GG, and a return of the Holiday Greeting Fund.

  • From Wildwood to the world: saving the station that connected Piedmont to the world

    A recent tour of Oakland's abandoned 16th Street Station sent Exedra contributor Meghan Bennett back to the archives.

  • Who’s that Good Dog?

    Australian Shepherd Bo is fearless and friendly.

CITY NEWS

  • City Council appoints Bonnie Tam as Piedmont’s next Public Works Director

    Tam brings nearly 20 years of local government experience in public works operations, capital improvement planning, and fiscal management.

  • Piedmont Fire seeks community input on disaster preparedness

    Survey will measure change since 2024 and help guide future preparedness efforts.

  • Police chief takes to social media to raise awareness of e-bike safety

    Young people riding e-bikes around town in an unsafe manner has led to the education campaign.

  • The Blotter | Early-morning fight breaks out

    One suspect charged, others sought

  • City council gives initial approval to new ordinance about dangerous dogs

    Council moves to establish a structured process for determining whether a dog should be designated as potentially dangerous or vicious.

  • Limited-time discounts on rooftop solar and battery storage

    Sign up by November 15 to get no-cost, no-obligation site evaluations and proposals tailored to your home’s specific needs.

  • Piedmont marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks in solemn ceremony

    City leaders gathered at the fire station Friday morning to reflect on the events of that day.

  • ‘Sustainable Parks Management Plan’ gives city an outline for the future

    Heavy use and aging infrastructure have taken a toll on Piedmont's favorite public spaces.

  • Five in the running for three open City Council seats

    And without a competitive race, School Board incumbents to be appointed.

  • Expanded home electrification rebates offer more ways to save

    If you're planning an electric upgrade for your home, your project may be eligible for cash rebates from the City of Piedmont.

SCHOOLS

  • Dress Best for Less grants $100,000 to Piedmont Schools

    Founded in 1982, DBFL has contributed more than $1 million to Piedmont schools and neighboring communities over the past 44 years.

  • Tickets now on sale for PMS musical Frozen JR

    Based on the popular Broadway musical, performances run October 23-25 at the Alan Harvey Theater.

  • PIE Neurodiversity Speaker Series | ‘More than Worry: Understanding Anxiety”

    Register now for the October 29 talk via Zoom.

  • PEF launches Giving Campaign 2026

    Celebrating the start of PEF’s biggest annual campaign supporting Piedmont's public schools.

  • Oakland Unified to restrict screen time next school year

    The move follows in the footsteps of a recent LA Unified decision.

  • Photos | High school spirit on display for Homecoming weekend

    Highlanders awash in purple on Friday morning.

  • PHS Class of 2027 kicks off final year of high school at Hampton Field

    Seniors took over Hampton Field on September 4 for a day of fun and games.

SPORTS

  • PRD to host free sports demo nights for girls+ in October

    Try fencing, archery, disc golf, or rugby.

  • Boys water polo | Piedmont falls at Acalanes

    Highlanders fight tough opponent; team isnext scheduled to host Castro Valley on October 6.

  • Girls tennis | Piedmont gains split in matches

    Highlanders beat rival Bishop O’Dowd

  • Boys football | Highlanders fall at Moreau Catholic

    Team prepares for league season with an October 9 game against Arroyo at Witter Field.

  • Cross country | Piedmont shines at DLS Invite

    Girls 18th, boys 22nd at top XC meet.

  • Girls football | Piedmont routs San Lorenzo

    Highlanders get big win: team is now 5-6 on the season, 5-2 in West Alameda County Conference play.

  • Piedmont Sports Hall of Fame announces Class of 2027 inductees

    Achievements of the eight honorees span football, track, swimming, tennis, lacrosse, and more.

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EXEDRA, ETC.

  • Obituary | John Philip Morrison, 1942 – 2026
  • Who’s that Good Dog?
  • Here, Kitty Kitty
  • Piedmont Profile | Alder Yarrow, wine writer
  • Obituary | Allen Matthews, 1962 – 2026
  • Piedmont Profile: Rick Smith on civil grand juries
  • Piedmont Profile | Larry Tramutola, political strategist and organizer
  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?

LIFESTYLE | RECIPES

  • The Dish | Overnight French Toast
  • The Dish | Vietnamese-Inspired Crispy Rice-Paper Omelet
  • The Dish | Fruit Torte
  • The Dish | Roasted Smashed Potatoes
  • The Dish | Summer Orzo Salad
  • The Dish | Shucked Mexican Elote-Style Corn

REAL ESTATE

  • A New Perspective: Knock, Knock | Real Estate Insights
  • 5529 Snake Road, Oakland
  • 2710 Claremont Boulevard, Berkeley
  • 857 A Mountain View Drive, Lafayette
  • 6474 Oakwood Drive, Oakland
  • 915 Grosvenor Place, Oakland
  • 5 Woodside Way, Oakland
  • September 7, 2026 | Home sales report for Piedmont

OPINION

  • Letter to the Editor | Media literacy and research skills are critical for our students
  • Letter to the Editor | Why the Bonita Avenue parking reconfiguration deserves a second look
  • Voices | Join the Ocean Garbage Prevention Challenge
  • Commentary | Fast fashion fills California’s landfills. Thankfully a recycling fix is in sight

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CALIFORNIA

  • 5 tax measures are on the California ballot. Here’s how to make sense of them all

    Voters in the state haven’t had to make so many decisions about tax policy at the ballot box since 1994.

  • School superintendent turnover rates returning to pre-pandemic levels

    During the pandemic there was a 45% increase in superintendent turnover nationally.

  • New California laws add protections for sexual assault survivors on college campuses

    Laws address survivor privacy protections and improving universities' training around recognizing human trafficking.

  • Measure EE would give Oakland mayor more power in sweeping city charter overhaul

    Measure EE would do away with Oakland’s current hybrid system and create a strong-mayor model of governance.

  • Wrap-up: What bills did Gavin Newsom sign into law — or veto — in his final year leading California?

    A rundown of legislative proposals that made the cut.

  • California colleges don’t have enough housing for students. Will these 4 new laws help?

    New bills aim to speed up the process of building student housing and reduce the cost for developers

  • New California reparations law requires companies to disclose past profits from slavery

    Companies with more than $100 million in annual worldwide gross receipts must search their records and submit sworn disclosures about slavery-related transactions.

  • Federal judge ends 23 years of court oversight of Oakland Police Department

    The oversight began as part of a court settlement following the so-called “Oakland Riders” scandal.

  • Other states are rolling out free childcare for all families. Why not California?

    Infant and toddler care in California can cost well over $30,000 a year, depending on the region.

  • The billionaire tax could be defeated by two other tax measures. Here’s how

    Even if a majority supports Proposition 40, the measure could still lose to either of two billionaire-funded measures designed to cancel it out.

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