Express: Chromatica's 'Transfigurations' | SRVUSD to vote on staff reductions | Dublin women's prison to close

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Chromatica preparing for world premier of ‘Transfigurations’

The eclectic, Danville-based chorale group Chromatica is gearing up for their annual performance season in the coming weeks, with this year’s shows marking the world debut of brand-new music prepared specifically for the group by two renowned classical composers.

San Ramon council to consider applicant for two transit committees

The San Ramon City Council is poised to move towards filling vacancies on two county-wide transit advisory committees at a special meeting this week, with a single applicant for both positions set for an interview with the council.

Plagued by sex abuse, Dublin women’s prison to shut down

The federal women’s prison in Dublin will close, after a sex abuse scandal resulting in criminal convictions of at least seven former employees of the prison so far.

SRVUSD board to vote on finalizing staff reductions

The San Ramon Valley Unified School District’s Board of Education is poised to finalize cuts to classified staff positions at their next regular meeting this week, following an initial approval of the move last month.

Danville council will recognize April as Volunteer Appreciation Month

The Danville Town Council is poised to recognize April as National Volunteer Appreciation Month in a resolution at its upcoming regular meeting.

Port Commission gives preliminary approval to Oakland airport name change proposal

Oakland port officials last week gave preliminary approval to change the name of the city’s airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport despite San Francisco threatening a lawsuit over the issue.

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San Ramon Valley Genealogical Society: Join the San Ramon Valley Genealogical Society for a free Zoom meeting with a presentation by Robert M. Wilbanks IV titled “Heading West, Starting Fresh: Our Ancestors & American Expansion”. 10 a.m., April 16. Contact president@srvgensoc.org for Zoom link.

Seeds of Change: Discover San Ramon’s Seed Lending Library and get complimentary seed packets for the garden. 10 a.m.-12 p.m., April 16. San Ramon Library.

An Afternoon or Evening with Clara Barton: Clara Barton is one of the most famous women in the Civil War era. As a teacher, battlefield nurse, lecturer and president of the American Red Cross, Barton served her nation and her community, tirelessly dedicating her life to voluntary service. 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., April 16. Firehouse Arts Center. Visit museumonmain.org/

Job Fair For Teens: The Teen Job Fair is 12-1:15 p.m., April 17 at San Ramon Valley High School. Teens looking for a seasonal job for the summer, a volunteer opportunity or a more long-term role can attend

San Ramon Arts Advisory Committee: The next meeting of the San Ramon Arts Advisory Committee is 7 p.m., April 17. For more information visit sanramon.ca.gov/

Family Story Hour at Danville Library: Join on Wednesdays for a fun combination of books, finger plays, rhymes, songs, movement activities and more. Family Story Hour will help reinforce a lifelong love of learning while building language and literacy skills. 11:15 a.m.

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