Bay Area
Education on fentanyl, other drugs often optional in California schools, if offered at all
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In Piedmont Unified, drug and alcohol use among 11th graders neared 60% according to a recent state survey. The state average is 19%.Around Town
Friday’s fundraiser for the Center for the Arts serves up beer and brats
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10th Annual Beer Festival features competitive tastings judged by local notables including Piedmont's police and fire chiefs and public works director.Books
Local Lit | October’s top tips for book lovers
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Litquake kicks off Thursday; meanwhile noteworthy authors Margaret Atwood, Leila Mottley, Lauren Groff and others make appearances around the Bay.Arts & Entertainment
SF producer creates virtual tour of enslaved community freed in 1861
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The Free and Equal Project app tells the story of the Port Royal Experiment, during which enslaved peoples in the Sea Islands were freed by the Union Army early in the U.S. Civil War. (Photo courtesy Michael Epstein)Arts & Entertainment
Fleet Week ready to dazzle Bay Area crowds in annual salute to military service personnel
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Through Oct 11, onlookers will flock to Fisherman’s Wharf, Marina Green and other spots to catch a glimpse of air shows and see massive naval ships.Around Town
Final DBFL Magnolia Ave. Bag Sale this Saturday
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The Marking Room is moving -- so don't miss this epic sale. You know the drill: fill a paper grocery bag and pay just $10/bag.California
Dual admission program will give community college students an early taste of life at UC
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The program does not include UC’s most selective campuses.Lifestyle
Japanese Tea Garden ceremony celebrates makeover of its 107-year-old pagoda
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The iconic vermillion structure made its first appearance at the 1915 world’s fair.Bay Area
