BOOKS & MOVIES New Children's Book Highlights Shelter Pets A new book by local San Ramon author Fern Dahlstrom highlights a homeless tabby cat named Charlie and his journey to find his forever home.
In A Home for Charlie (www.ahome... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by F. Dahlstrom, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood, on Dec 12, 2012 at 6:46 am There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Dec 17, 2012 at 6:54 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Learn the secrets of da Vinci on Friday Spend an evening with historian Ross King at Rakestraw Books (550 Hartz Ave.) on Friday, Nov. 9. In his compelling new book, "Leonardo and the Last Supper," King explores how ... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Nov 5, 2012 at 9:30 am There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Nov 5, 2012 at 12:04 pm.
BOOKS & MOVIES Attend a special reading of 'Nda Ku Ona: I See You with My Heart' Join VoiceFlame for a special reading of "Nda Ku Ona: I See You with My Heart," presented from 6:45-8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 30 at Read Booksellers and VoiceFlame (3630 Blackh... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Aug 30, 2012 at 9:48 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Aug 30, 2012 at 9:48 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Sheriff Rupf announces retirement Veteran Contra Costa County Sheriff Warren Rupf has announced that he will not be seeking another term in office, sparking discussions over who will seek the position of the c... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Aug 16, 2012 at 1:22 am
BOOKS & MOVIES 'Moneyball' screening at Bishop Ranch 1 tonight See the stars under the stars. Grab your family and friends and enjoy a special showing of the movie "Moneyball," starring Brad Pitt. The movie begins at dusk at Bollinger Ran... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Aug 9, 2012 at 7:48 am There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 9, 2012 at 8:18 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES 'Rome' review spot-on Your review of Woody Allen's latest was on-the-mark. The vignettes were shallow, the acting terrible, Allen himself grossly annoying, timing chaotic, and I'd add that there w... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Cecil B., a resident of the Alamo neighborhood, on Jul 2, 2012 at 11:19 am
BOOKS & MOVIES Tickets are available to meet CityRead author starting today CityRead will conclude with a special presentation featuring this year's CityRead book ("Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet") author, Jamie Ford, at 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Sep 20, 2011 at 6:54 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Sep 20, 2011 at 6:54 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Streetwise: What are you reading this summer? Whether you're catching up on all your Harry Potter books in anticipation of the last film or are nose-deep in historical fiction, the lazy days of summer are perfect for loun... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Jul 15, 2011 at 7:00 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jul 15, 2011 at 7:00 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Stallone Trivia Yep, Sylvester Stallone starred in a very popular movie, "First Blood," in 1982. It was so popular that they came out with a sequel in 1985. The sequel was named "First Blood... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Alamo Ron, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood, on Jun 21, 2011 at 6:07 pm
BOOKS & MOVIES Danville police are freezin' for a reason The Danville Police Department will be taking the Polar Bear Plunge for the third year with Special Olympics Northern California on Feb. 26th at Crissy Field in San Francisco... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Feb 5, 2011 at 12:14 pm There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Feb 5, 2011 at 12:14 pm.
BOOKS & MOVIES Times Book Club Redux Meeting Tonight! Reminder -- We are meeting at 7PM tonight at Towne Center Books in Pleasanton to discuss "One Day," by David Nicholls. We hope you can make it, even if you haven't read or fin... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Danilo, a resident of the Blackhawk neighborhood, on Jan 10, 2011 at 9:43 am
BOOKS & MOVIES Times Book Club Redux - November Meeting! We are refugees from Lynn Carey's former Times Book Club. We meet every six to eight weeks at an independent bookstore in Danville/Pleasanton to discuss our current reading s... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Danilo, a resident of the Danville neighborhood, on Oct 18, 2010 at 4:45 pm
BOOKS & MOVIES Pick up your copy of 'Highest Duty' today at the library Flight 1549 and its dramatic landing on the Hudson River caught the world's attention in 2009. Join residents of Danville and San Ramon for a five-week, book-sharing event to ... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Sep 29, 2010 at 11:46 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Sep 29, 2010 at 11:46 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Times Book Club Redux will meet tonight Times Book Club Redux is from Lynn Carey's former Times Book Club and meets from 7-8 p.m., every six to eight weeks at independent bookstores in Danville/Pleasanton to discuss... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Sep 20, 2010 at 8:48 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Sep 20, 2010 at 8:48 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Times Book Club Redux - September Selection! We are refugees from Lynn Carey's former Times Book Club. We meet every six to eight weeks at independent bookstores in Danville/Pleasanton to discuss our current reading sel... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Danilo, a resident of the Danville neighborhood, on Aug 30, 2010 at 3:53 pm There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Sep 13, 2010 at 3:30 pm.
BOOKS & MOVIES Mind your manners In her career of working with professional models in London, Wynne Dalley has long had a message for young girls. "It's not only good looks, beauty or charm," she says, "but i... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Aug 9, 2010 at 11:17 am There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 10, 2010 at 10:23 pm.
BOOKS & MOVIES What is happening with the old Danville Hotel? We have noticed a Construction trailer and fencing placed around the back side, on Railroad Ave.,of the old Danville Hotel, what is going to happen to the old Danville Hotel? ... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Kathleen Boas, a resident of the Danville neighborhood, on Jul 5, 2010 at 12:03 pm There have been 10 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 8, 2010 at 8:15 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Nala ready to get healthy in a new home Nala wants to be the biggest loser! She could use your help achieving her goal of weight loss. Nala is a 7-year-old, spayed female housecat whose tummy practically hits the gr... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Jun 20, 2010 at 8:26 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jun 20, 2010 at 8:26 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Danville author wins International Book Award Mark Curtis, a local author and political reporter, recently won a 2010 International Book Award for his book, "Age of Obama: A Reporter's Journey with Clinton, McCain and Oba... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on May 31, 2010 at 8:07 am There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 1, 2010 at 7:09 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Free movie for teens tonight Town of Danville will host a Free Movie Night featuring two films starting tonight at 6 p.m., Friday, March 5, at Magee House at Hap Magee Ranch Park, 1025 La Gonda Way, Danvi... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Mar 5, 2010 at 7:38 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Mar 5, 2010 at 7:38 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Celebrating women in film Enjoy a dangerous beauty and help a good cause. San Ramon AAUW is hosting its first "Celebration of Women in Film" on Jan. 23 to raise awareness of women's pursuit of equality... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Jan 16, 2010 at 8:00 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jan 16, 2010 at 8:00 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Sign up for the Sesquicentennial Ball Discover Danville is hosting a Sesquicentennial Ball at 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 4, at Bridges Restaurant and Bar. The night will include live music, dancing and a silent auctio... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Oct 21, 2009 at 11:29 pm There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Oct 21, 2009 at 11:29 pm.
BOOKS & MOVIES Epicure: Garlic: The Mystical Food Garlic has been lovingly nicknamed the "stinking rose" yet it is actually a member of the lily family, cousin to onions, leeks, chives and shallots. Besides its wondrously int... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Oct 3, 2009 at 10:06 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Oct 3, 2009 at 10:06 am.
BOOKS & MOVIES Congratulations, class of 2009 Caps and gowns, Pomp and Circumstance, and graduation parties - it's that time of year again. Proud parents and grandparents, and thrilled graduating seniors - although some m... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Jul 7, 2009 at 11:58 am There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jan 2, 2010 at 4:16 pm.
BOOKS & MOVIES Art - and artists - of the Valley This painting of Mount Diablo from Tao House, by Stephen Sanfilippo, is on display in the "Artists of the Valley" exhibit in February at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley. Th... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Danville Weekly Online, on Mar 30, 2009 at 8:57 pm