Around Town
Around Town
PIE hosts benefit concert for Sidekicks program on Feb. 27
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The Rec Dept program trains teens to support inclusive after-school and summer programs for neurodiverse school-aged children.Around Town
PAAC to host Lunar New Year Party on Feb. 27
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Celebrate the Year of the Horse with food, crafts, games, and performances.Featured in Category
PUSD accepting nominations for 2026 Arthur Hecht Volunteer Award
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The deadline for nominations is March 13.Around Town
21st Annual Girl Scout Pinewood Derby coming Feb. 7
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Mark your calendars -- and don't forget the car making workshop on January 24, 2026. This year features a new "adults only" category!Arts & Entertainment
PEBCC to honor SF composer Kirke Mechem with world premiere on Jan. 24
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Mechem turned 100 in August; PEBCC commissioned "Canons, Quotes, and Musical Jokes" for its 40th anniversary.City
New Planning & Building permit fees take effect Jan. 1
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With some exceptions, permit fees will increase to better reflect actual staff time spent on that type of permit, the city says.City
Brighten a child’s holiday: Fire Department’s annual toy drive now accepting donations
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Donation bins are out now at City Hall and the Piedmont Recreation Department, through December 23.Around Town
Berkeley City Ballet performs the Nutcracker at Alan Harvey Theater on Dec. 20
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Following last year's sold out run, BCB returns to Piedmont for its 51st annual production of the iconic holiday classic.events
