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Photos | ‘Lights Up, Piedmont’ marks beginning of winter holiday season

By Photos by Julie Reichle | December 5, 2025

The annual tradition featured crafts, holiday carols, sweet treats, and a visit from Santa.

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Piedmont Play School hosts Toys for Tots drive

By Samantha Nobles Block | December 5, 2025

Amidst the uncertainty the organization is facing, this year’s tradition of giving back is especially meaningful.

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Photos | Lights Up! and ready to go

By Exedra Staff, photos by Julie Reichle | December 2, 2025

Piedmont Public Works crew and volunteers from the community trim the coast redwood for the big event on December 3.

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Piedmont Council, Scouting America to host activity/info table at Tree Lot this weekend

By Ken Li, Piedmont Community Service Crew | December 2, 2025

Learn about the Council's wide range of offerings for local youth while you shop for your Christmas tree.

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Photos | Turkey Trotters in top form at annual 5K run

By Exedra staff with photos by Meghan Bennett | November 28, 2025

More than 2,000 participants woke up early on a chilly Thanksgiving morning to take part in the community fundraiser.

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Photos | Tiny Tots get their own Trot

By Photos by Julie Reichle | November 28, 2025

A new Thanksgiving week tradition takes hold.

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College students killed in Cybertruck crash remembered on eve of 1-year anniversary

By Exedra Staff, photos by Julie Reichle | November 25, 2025

Soren Dixon, Jack Nelson, and Krysta Tsukahara remembered with permanent memorials in local parks.