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Auditions | Special Notice for PMS Students

TONIGHT: An opportunity to join the high school production of "The Music Man."
Where to find a Cop on the Block in November

The Piedmont Police Department offers four opportunities this month to chat with your local officers.
Turkey Trot 2026 | Annual tradition now in its 25th year

Sign up now for this family-friendly event — and don't miss the Tiny Tot Trot on Wednesday, November 25, for 3-to-6-year-olds at Witter Field.
Warming trend begins Thursday amid beach hazards, coastal flood advisory

Weekend daytime temperatures in Piedmont will reach the low 70s.

AROUND TOWN

Who’s that Good Dog?
Layla traded a hard knock ranch life for the gentler comforts of a city home.
2nd Thursday at the Movies group to screen ‘A Few Good Men’ on Nov. 12
The free film will be shown at 801 Magnolia Avenue.
DBFL holds Annual Ski Sale on Saturday, Nov. 14
Don't miss this once-a-year giant outdoor sale of gently used ski and snowboarding jackets, bibs, pants, and accessories for the whole family.
Turkey Trot 2026 | Annual tradition now in its 25th year
Sign up now for this family-friendly event — and don't miss the Tiny Tot Trot on Wednesday, November 25, for 3-to-6-year-olds at Witter Field.
Beaver Supermoon, birdwatching and more | The Exedra’s Monthly Almanac for November 2026
Not your average full moon: thanks to an optical illusion, the November 24 moon will appear bigger and brighter than normal.
Map to Piedmont’s commemorative benches
The Piedmont Beautification Foundation has placed 175 benches in parks and public spaces throughout the city.
Yellow Door 2.0
Opened in 2020 by Piedmonters Beth Barrett and Virginia Davis, the popular Montclair cafe will expand in October.
Photos | Highlanders supporters gather for Oktoberfest
The festive annual event was held on Oct.
Exedra Reads | A celebration of our National Parks
Our reviewer highlights some of her favorite books that feature the iconic parks.
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 NEWS

Mayor shares lessons learned in State of the City address
Mayor Betsy Smegal Andersen is wrapping up two terms in office.
Watch Mayor Andersen’s State of the City address online
Watch the address on the City of Piedmont’s website or YouTube channel.
The Blotter | Pair of DUIs in Piedmont
Incidents occurred on same night.
The Blotter | Vehicle stolen from St. James Drive
Driver of a black SUV reportedly dropped off suspect to commit the crime.
Some residents call for more than a memorial in Dearing case
Ongoing litigation between the city and descendants of the family has kept the issue of how Piedmont should atone for past harms in the news.
What’s the Deal With…the ‘Affordable Piedmont’ anti-GG campaign
Outside PAC seeks to influence Piedmont voters.
The Piedmont Exedra endorses Measure GG
This one-time tax incurred when a home is sold is a necessary and long overdue measure.
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.
‘Sustainable Parks Management Plan’ gives city an outline for the future
Heavy use, aging infrastructure have taken toll on Piedmont's favorite public spaces.
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 needs.

SCHOOLS

The Lake School announces campus tours for 2027–28 school year
Tours for prospective families will be held on November 12 and December 3.
Google to turn off search feature next year for schools that opt out of AI tools
Antitrust advocates say "Google is using its search monopoly to coerce schools into adopting AI."
Photos | Highlanders supporters gather for Oktoberfest
The festive annual event was held on Oct.
PEF’s Giving Campaign launching grade-level participation challenge
Competition split across elementary, middle, and high schools.
School Board approves new math pathways for secondary schools
Tension with teachers over process, middle school implementation.
PHS Advanced Acting class performs ‘Peter Pan and Wendy’ Nov. 12-14
JM Barrie's classic reimagined: Wendy is a budding high school scientist on an adventure with Peter and her brothers to Neverland.
PEF hosts community reception on Nov. 12, opening night of PHS play
Mingle and enjoy refreshments at 801 Magnolia before the opening performance of "Peter Pan and Wendy" at the Alan Harvey Theater.
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.

CALIFORNIA

California voters reject Prop. 40 billionaire tax
Billionaires spent $378 million to defeat Prop.
What a ‘blue tsunami’ means for education in California
Democrats could have new opportunities to challenge the administration’s education agenda in Washington.
After reelection, Oakland mayor hails Measure EE, outlines priorities for new term
Measure EE replaces Oakland’s hybrid system of governance with a strong mayor system.
Google’s new AI ‘ultimatum’ sparks concern over tech giant’s power in California schools
Schools will have to rethink AI policies in the middle of the year.
Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it
Colleges and universities must now clearly inform students how to request additional financial aid if they believe their awarded amount is not enough.
Xavier Becerra is California’s next governor: Five things to know
Unlike his predecessor, the governor-elect made few promises on the campaign trail and only hinted at certain policy priorities.
University of California and Cal State are big winners in Prop. 1 housing bond victory
Some $175 million in funding will be directed to affordable student housing.
Homelessness declines, but still up over Newsom’s two terms
About 24,600 more Californians are believed to be homeless today than when Newsom took office in 2019.
University of California’s math preparedness crisis spurs search for answers and solutions
UC seeks answers and solutions behind a recent spike in the number of students failing introductory math courses.
California is about to overhaul the way it runs K-12 schools. Will it fix a fragmented system?
Most other states, particularly those with high test scores like Mississippi and Massachusetts, have a similar system to the new governor-centric model.