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Around Town

Bay Area Best Bets for the weekend

By Artful Observer | Local News Matters | September 27, 2019

Lake Merritt's Dragon Boat Festival; Monterey Jazz Festival; Chanticleer's world music; Mozart's sister (who knew he had a sister?!) and more

Author Ari Berman to speak about voting rights and why they are at risk | Sat, Sept 28

By Scott Morris | Bay City News | September 25, 2019

A recent Supreme Court ruling and the Census, which determines the science of redistricting, spell trouble -- even here in California

Books

On Fire | Climate activist and author Naomi Klein to speak in Oakland

By Lou Fancher | September 19, 2019

Thursday, September 26 at the First Congregational Church of Oakland, Klein makes the moral case for bold action outlined in the Green New Deal.

Arts & Entertainment

Weekend Best Bets

By The Artful Observer | Local News Matters | August 23, 2019

Arts and entertainment highlights for the weekend ahead.

Arts & Entertainment

Richmond preps for annual home front fest honoring Rosie the Riveter on Aug 10

By Bay City News | August 9, 2019

Local history and cosplay enthusiasts are invited dress up in Rosie the Riveter costumes for the event on August 10.

Arts & Entertainment

Bay Area Best Bets | Thursday, July 8 – Sunday, July 11

By Artful Observer | Local News Matters | August 8, 2019

Wynton Marsalis; pop music at Outside Lands; True Crime mysteries; jazz in San Jose; dance at Yerba Buena and more

Uncategorized

Bay Area powers up for 50th anniversary of moon landing

By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | July 15, 2019

The USS Hornet, Chabot Space and Science Center, the SF Symphony, and the Exploratorium are all holding special events to commemorate the landing.

Arts & Entertainment

Bay Area Book Festival set to return in downtown Berkeley

By Angela Hill | Bay City News Foundation | May 3, 2019

Featuring discussion groups, keynote speakers, musical performances, an outdoor fair, and literary exhibitors in a wide array of genres.

Schools

Cathy Glazier to receive Art Hecht Award on May 8

By Piedmont Unified School District | April 18, 2019

Former PMS teacher and long-time volunteer in the schools and community stands out for the depth, breadth, and longevity of service.

around town

Mar 21 & 24 | Appreciating Diversity Film Series: “The Pushouts”

By Christy VanSlyke | February 19, 2019

Former dropout and Oakland gang member, UC professor Victor Rios trains educators to help at-risk students. March 21 at Ellen Driscoll and March 24 at the New Parkway.