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SRVUSD board denies book removal request
A young adult novel that was the subject of a parent’s series of complaints and ultimate request for its removal from the San Ramon Valley Unified School District is set to remain on shelves and continue to be an option for curriculum in the district ‘s high schools following the board’s decision on the request this week.
Donor Network West Foundation appoints former 49er as executive director
Nonprofit organization Donor Network West announced the appointment of William “Bubba” Paris as the first executive director for its new foundation division this month.
Friday fun this summer in Livermore
Looking for something to do in the Tri-Valley on a Friday night this summer? Livermore Valley Arts may just be talking to you with its recent announcement of additions to the Bankhead Theater lineup for June through August.
Community Briefs: Congressional Art Competition | Education and AI | Climate Action Task Force | Downtown project contract
The office of Rep. Mark DeSaulnier (D-Concord) is now accepting submissions for the annual Congressional Art Competition from high school students in his district.
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Experience a breathtaking fusion of movement and storytelling in Rogue Gestures/Foreign Bodies
Nava Dance uses bharatanatyam and experimental movement to examine the labor of South Asian immigrant women. Inspired by oral histories of Indian nurses who immigrated to the US due to labor shortages, Rogue Gestures/Foreign Bodies explores the enduring work of brown women and the worlds they traverse between. > LEARN MORE
County sheriff’s deputy takes plea deal for illegal assault weapon, filing false reports
The Contra Costa County DA’s Office has reached a plea agreement with a sheriff’s deputy accused of filing a false police report, possessing an illegal assault weapon and preparing false evidence.
Too much going on
Here I sit on deadline staring down the clock with no firm column topic in mind for the week. That’s not to say I have no ideas. I actually have several in the queue, but there just wasn’t the time to work them. Really that’s been a theme for a while now…
Sacramento budget mess requires hard choices for trustees
While Gov. Gavin Newsom continues galivanting around the country, the budget news in Sacramento gets worse…
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10 DELICIOUS DAYS THROUGHOUT THE TRI-VALLEY
Taste Tri-Valley Restaurant Week is an annual celebration highlighting the diverse culinary scene of the Tri-Valley. Enjoy 10 delicious days of special events, unique menu offerings, and exclusive deals. Sign up to see what’s cooking and view our participating restaurants and wineries. > LEARN MORE
Hot Picks
Low Impact Aerobics
Classes are designed to be low-impact, energizing and fun-filled with the methods and movements involved to help strengthen and stabilize the body. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8:30–9:20 a.m. Drop-in fees $5(R)/$6(NR). Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
Fly Fishing Show
The Fly Fishing Show produces the largest and most diverse consumer fly fishing event with hundreds of exhibitors on the show floor and dozens of free seminars, demos and programs. Feb. 23-25. Tickets $5-$20. Visit alamedacountyfair.com/
Drawing & Painting
Come draw, sketch and paint in acrylic with instruction offered or project feedback. 9-11 a.m., Fridays. Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
Danville Farmers’ Market
Fill a market bag with veggies, seafood, meats, cut flowers, baked goods and more at the Danville Farmers’ Market. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 205 Railroad Ave.
San Ramon Farmers’ Market
The San Ramon Farmers’ Market is 9 a.m.- 1 p.m., Saturday, year-round. City Center Bishop Ranch, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd.
Friends of the Danville Library Pop-up Book Sale
The book sale boasts a large collection of children’s, vintage, cookbooks, history and art books in addition to many new fiction and non-fiction titles. All proceeds benefit the Danville Library. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Feb. 24.
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