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“Things that Matter”: Community quilt project launches

By Piedmont Arts Fund | February 2, 2021

The Piedmont Arts Fund invites everyone to sign up for a quilt kit and participate in this large-scale art project.

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Who’s that Good Dog?

By Tess Reichle | February 2, 2021

Duke is a little dachshund mix with a nose for red bell peppers.

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Rains soak Piedmont

By Exedra Staff | January 29, 2021

Trees took a beating but local parks and gardens revived by wet weather.

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Water main break on Seaview

By Photos by Julie Reichle | January 29, 2021

The incident required a response from both EBMUD and PGE.

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Healthy kids need parents to have healthy attitudes about food, exercise, and bodies

By Lou Fancher | January 29, 2021

Ariel Trost talked about the dangers children face and how parents can help them navigate today's "wellness" food culture.

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Rec Dept offers classes and fun for kids over Feb. break

By Exedra Staff | January 26, 2021

Registration opens on Fri, Jan 29 while fall pre-school registration opens next month

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Who’s that Good Dog?

By Exedra Staff | January 26, 2021

This dapper pup is named after a famous country singer.

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Star of Inauguration Day ceremony spotted in Piedmont

By Exedra Staff | January 22, 2021

Bernie Sanders wins the internet.

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Help plan community arts programs

By Piedmont Arts Fund | January 22, 2021

On Wed, Jan 27 the Piedmont Arts Fund is hosting a Zoom meeting to plan 2021 activities; all welcome.

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One man’s compassionate crusade to keep homeless camps free of trash

By Chris Treadway | January 22, 2021

Piedmonters Lynne and John Bosche were among early supporters of Vincent Ray Williams III, whose efforts to clean up Oakland's streets are getting traction.