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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... |
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on Dec 17, 2012 at 6:54 am by Cathy, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
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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 ... |
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on Nov 5, 2012 at 12:04 pm by JRM, a member of the Vista Grande Elementary School community |
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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... |
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on Aug 30, 2012 at 9:48 am by Reba, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Aug 16, 2012 at 1:22 am by Editor, Danville Weekly Online |
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'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... |
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on Aug 9, 2012 at 8:18 am by Bishop Ranch, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
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'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... |
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on Jul 2, 2012 at 11:19 am by Cecil B., a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Sep 20, 2011 at 6:54 am by Isabel Lau, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Jul 15, 2011 at 7:00 am by Ralph N. Shirlet, a resident of another community |
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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... |
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on Jun 21, 2011 at 6:07 pm by Alamo Ron, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Feb 5, 2011 at 12:14 pm by asdf, a resident of the Diablo neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Jan 10, 2011 at 9:43 am by Danilo, a resident of the Blackhawk neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Oct 18, 2010 at 4:45 pm by Danilo, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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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 ... |
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on Sep 29, 2010 at 11:46 am by Bob Landy, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Sep 20, 2010 at 8:48 am by Danilo, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Sep 13, 2010 at 3:30 pm by Danilo, a resident of the Blackhawk neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Aug 10, 2010 at 10:23 pm by Sally N., a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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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? ... |
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on Jul 8, 2010 at 8:15 am by Derek, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Jun 20, 2010 at 8:26 am by Claudia, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Jun 1, 2010 at 7:09 am by George, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Mar 5, 2010 at 7:38 am by Danville mom, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Jan 16, 2010 at 8:00 am by Jan Hersh, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Jan 2, 2010 at 4:16 pm by henry Vest, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Oct 21, 2009 at 11:29 pm by BadGirl53, a member of the Tassajara Hills Elementary School community |
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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... |
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on Oct 3, 2009 at 10:06 am by Davide, a member of the Del Amigo Continuation High School community |
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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... |
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on Mar 30, 2009 at 8:57 pm by Editor, Danville Weekly Online |
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