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San Ramon Valley PTA council hosting Advocacy Day
Superintendents from school districts throughout the region are set to gather in San Ramon next week as just some of the speakers set to discuss ongoing changes in the current political landscape and the related challenges facing education statewide.
‘All of Pleasanton was his home’: Rich Guasco, hall-of-fame drag racer, dies at 88
Rich Guasco, an International Drag Racing Hall of Fame inductee known for his “Pure Hell” car and racing team and a lifelong “proud Pleasantonian”, died Monday in hospice care at home from complications from aspiration pneumonia and cancer, according to family. He was 88.
‘Star Trek’ science adviser speaking at Bankhead Theater
Physicist, writer and “Star Trek” science adviser Erin Macdonald is appearing at the Bankhead Theater early next month to close out Livermore Valley Arts’ 2024-25 Rae Dorough Speaker Series.
Art walks focusing on artworks around Firehouse
Get to know more about 12 pieces of public art in Pleasanton donated by Gary and Nancy Harrington during new guided walking tours at the Firehouse Arts Center downtown this spring.
Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley names new permanent CEO
After roughly three months with an interim leader at the helm, Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley has announced Misty R. Jones as its new permanent president and CEO. Jones is set to officially start in the role June 9.
Pet of the Week: Cuddle with Cassidy from Tri-Valley Animal Rescue
Cassidy is a very sweet and loving girl who is the perfect lap dog. She has such a pretty face and a nice, tan, short coat. She likes cuddling, going for walks around the neighborhood and playing with food puzzles.
Stanford backs Harvard’s decision not to accede to Trump’s demands
Stanford University President Jonathan Levin and Provost Jenny Martinez on Tuesday threw their support behind Harvard University’s decision to reject the Trump administration’s demands, which include hiring practices that eliminate preference based on race and audits to ensure all departments are “viewpoint diverse”.
Hot Picks
Business Referral Network: The San Ramon Chamber of Commerce Business Referral Network meets 9-10 a.m., the first and third Thursday of every month. For more information visit sanramon.org/
TED Talks: Join for TED Talks, inspiring talks recorded by artists, researchers, teachers, scientists and other thought leaders from around the world, and take part in a lively discussion afterwards with fellow seniors. 1:30-2:30 p.m., April 17. Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
Knitting Drop-In: A welcoming space for all knitters. Learn to knit or bring a project and receive feedback. Thursdays, 10:00–12 p.m. Drop-in fees $5(R)/$6(NR). Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
New Art Exhibition at Village Theatre Art Gallery: The Town of Danville invites art enthusiasts to experience Breaking Rules, an innovative new exhibition at the Village Theatre Art Gallery which delves into the creative process of layering, excavation and defying artistic conventions. Through June 13. Visit danville.ca.gov/arts.
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.
Best of SF Comedy Competition: Prepare for an evening of side-splitting laughter as The Best of SF Comedy Competition returns to The Bankhead. 8 p.m., April 18. Tickets $25-$55. Visit livermorearts.org/
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