Uncategorized Local Lit | August’s top literary happenings, workshops, and meetups By Lou Fancher | August 4, 2020 Oakland Public Library invites locals to share accounts of life in a pandemic; authors discuss their latest works; and more
Featured in Category Letter to the Editor | We see you. We hear you. You are not alone. By Submitted by Kim Taylor, PHS Drama Teacher | July 31, 2020 Teachers respond to recent student postings on social media calling out a culture of racist behaviors and sexual harassment and assault in the school community.
Around Town What to watch: Diversity Film Series recommends films about racism and inequality By Maude Pervere | July 31, 2020 Educators -- and families -- can access the vetted films for free via the public library system.
Elections Letter to the Editor | I’m running for a seat on the School Board By Jason Kelley | July 31, 2020 Schools that work for every student should be our common goal, says Jason Kelley, an attorney and parent volunteer with deep roots in the community.
Local election update: One more pulls papers for school board race By Exedra Staff | July 31, 2020 Six Piedmonters have signaled their intent to run making this the most crowded field a school board race has seen in many years.
Around Town Who’s that Good Dog? By David E. Thigpen | July 30, 2020 An SPCA rescue with a tough past, Nick happily bonded with his new family. Loves long hikes and singing along with the piano.
Around Town Piedmonter’s camper van business well suited to the times By Devon O'Shaughnessy | Exedra Intern | July 28, 2020 Resident Jed Levin is co-founder of Bandago and Campago, two companies that are safe travel options for families looking for a safe way to get away.
Featured in Category Oakland Zoo is back in action By Eliana Bloomfield, Exedra Intern | July 28, 2020 After 4 lonely months, the zoo is excited to welcome visitors once again. Reservations must be made in advance.
Around Town Piedmont Rec Dept is hiring By Piedmont Recreation Department | July 28, 2020 PRD is looking for responsible, energetic, creative leaders to join the Schoolmates team.
Featured in Category After a long wait, Yellow Door aims to add zest to Montclair cafe scene By David E. Thigpen | July 28, 2020 Beth Barrett and Virginia Davis open their new venture on July 29.