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Wente Vineyards turns 140
Wente Vineyards has called Livermore home for 140 years. On the national front, Wente is the oldest, continuously operating family winery. The fifth generation of Wentes now lead the company.
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Discover Diablo in 2023
Staff and volunteers with Save Mount Diablo are now in the throes of bringing expanded programming planned for the current year's Discover Diablo series to life, following the first event of the year-long series this winter.
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Black History Month events in the Tri-Valley
Across the Tri-Valley, various organizations and groups have planned events to honor Black History Month that runs throughout February.
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Irish band Green Road set to kick off first U.S. tour in Danville
Just a few tickets remain for an upcoming concert with Green Road hosted by the Eugene O'Neill Foundation that aims to celebrate Danville's partnership with friendship city New Ross, Ireland.
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'From Sand to Silicon Chip' debuts at Village Theatre gallery
The Village Theatre and Art Gallery's latest exhibit explores the history of one of the world's oldest known crafts and its relationship with modern technology, offering a tangible way of experiencing new and old debates over...
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'Stir Crazy Quilts' brings pandemic creativity to Museum of the San Ramon Valley
The Museum of the San Ramon Valley's next exhibit will see the historical museum inside the former Danville train station showcasing a contemporary theme that is likely to be the subject of numerous accounts by future historians.
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What a Week: Our 23rd anniversary
That's right; it's a time for celebration here as the Embarcadero Media East Bay Division marks its 23rd anniversary. The debut edition of the Pleasanton Weekly published on the final Friday of January 2000: 'Read All About It!'
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A legacy of culture, community and dance
Xiaopei Chinese Dance school has brought culture, entertainment and community to the Tri-Valley area for over 14 years. Stronger and more skilled than ever, the dance company has shows planned across the region for Lunar New Year.
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A place in Pleasanton history
The Pleasanton Heritage Association recently honored the recipients of its 2022 Heritage Awards for homes of particular historic relevance in the community.
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Save Mount Diablo eyes purchase of portion of 'Missing Mile'
A small but crucial piece of land adjacent to Mount Diablo State Park that has been eyed by Save Mount Diablo for decades as part of what's been dubbed the 'Missing Mile' could be the nonprofit's newest purchase next year.
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With recent book, Bay Area author and physician reflects on life as a parent and her work as an abortion doctor
In her memoir, "Boundless: An Abortion Doctor Becomes a Mother," author Christine Henneberg ponders the concept of choice, from her own career decisions and journey to motherhood to the importance of trusting her patients' choices.
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EBRPD opens new interpretive pavilion at Shadow Cliffs
A new outdoor interpretive pavilion has been installed in one of the East Bay Regional Park District's most visited recreational areas, Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area in Pleasanton.
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Ceremony marks start of work on Dublin Cultural Arts Center
Dublin's former police headquarters is set to be repurposed as a cultural, artistic and educational hub for residents and community members. Recently, city leaders met to declare a milestone for the project...
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What a Week: Remembering Don Lewis
The Pleasanton community -- and the music world at large -- is mourning the loss of performer, composer and synthesizer pioneer Don Lewis, who died on Nov. 6 surrounded by family following a brief illness. He was 81.
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Taking the new Livermore Wine Trolley dinner tour
For years I had spied the green and red Livermore Wine Trolley at local wineries. But the new 'Taste of the Tri-Valley Food Tour' spurred me to hop on. The three-hour adventure at three restaurants ...
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Moonshots for Unicorns seeks to treat ultra-rare conditions
Two Danville physicians have merged their professional and personal lives in the wake of their young daughter's diagnosis of an ultra-rare genetic disorder, seeking to address a void in modern medicine that they...
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Young bassoonist seeks to increase instrument's popularity
Most probably aren't aware of what Dougherty Valley High School student Donovan Tong has come to learn is a worldwide issue -- a lack of young bassoonists rising to the forefront to replace longtime experts on the instrument.
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Hiking from Fremont to Livermore
'Next time I invite you to go backpacking with me, please remind me of this moment and why we hate backpacking,' I groggily told my sister, Molly, during our three-day hike in the Ohlone Regional Wilderness Preserve.
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San Ramon: 'MasterChef Junior' contestant reflects on growth since filming show
At the end of the ninth episode of this season of "MasterChef Junior," then-10-year-old Abir Bhatia of San Ramon stood among his three other somber-faced teammates who placed in the bottom during that episode's baking challenge...
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California rugged
A mention of the Diablo Range in the Tri-Valley is likely to draw the response: 'What range? Do you mean Mount Diablo?' The range runs from the Carquinez Strait south through 12 counties for a total of 150 miles to the Antelope Valley.
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Biking on Mount Diablo
Whether it's road cycling or mountain biking, Mount Diablo serves as a premier destination for bike riders both locally and throughout the Bay Area -- particularly for residents seeking outdoor refuge in the pandemic.
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Valley Views: Alamo, prehistory to now
I poured over a new book, 'Historic Tales of Alamo, California' by Beverly Lane with Sharon Burke, which answered questions I'd had since buying a house off Livorna Road in 1981. For instance, where did the name Livorna Road come from?
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A New Shade of Green
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by Monith Ilavarasan
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Doing College
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"Tassajara Valley Wins Crown"
Manager Mike Fuller's Tassajara Valley Big League team defeated Pleasanton 8-3 on June 10th to clinch the District 57 season championship with an 11-1 record. The champs capped off a 9 game winning streak after suffering their only loss by one run. They scored 109 runs while allowing just 27.
Pictured: (Front row, L-R) Vanessa Fuller, Brian Smith, Eric Stone, Kris Gallwatti, Tommy Montalvo; (2nd row) Assistant Coach Brent Bowen, Nate Jump, Cody Chavarria, Hayden Letts, Matt Mazzoni, Kieran Sanchez, Nick Furman; (3rd row) Mgr. Mike Fuller, Brian Peterson, Kevin Alexander, Austin Winniger, Joe Vigil, Jacob Heathorn, Michael Hernbroth, Assistant Coach Gary Hernbroth. Not pictured: Lawrence Nelson. (Photo by Brent Bowen Photography)
Submitted by gary hernbroth on Jun 11, 2012
'From Sand to Silicon Chip' debuts at Village Theatre gallery
The Village Theatre and Art Gallery's latest exhibit explores the history of one of the world's oldest known crafts and its relationship with modern technology, offering a tangible way of experiencing new and old debates over... Thursday, 11:33 PM | 1 comments
Irish band Green Road set to kick off first U.S. tour in Danville
Just a few tickets remain for an upcoming concert with Green Road hosted by the Eugene O'Neill Foundation that aims to celebrate Danville's partnership with friendship city New Ross, Ireland. Wednesday, 10:04 PM
'Stir Crazy Quilts' brings pandemic creativity to Museum of the San Ramon Valley
The Museum of the San Ramon Valley's next exhibit will see the historical museum inside the former Danville train station showcasing a contemporary theme that is likely to be the subject of numerous accounts by future historians. Wednesday, 4:20 AM
Black History Month 2023 happenings in the Tri-Valley
Across the Tri-Valley, various organizations and groups have planned events to honor Black History Month that runs throughout February. Wednesday, 9:48 PM
Wente Vineyards turns 140
Wente Vineyards has called Livermore home for 140 years. On the national front, Wente is the oldest, continuously operating family winery. The fifth generation of Wentes now lead the company. Friday, 12:52 AM
Friday Foreign Films back in San Ramon
The San Ramon Arts Foundation is preparing to kick off its next Friday Foreign Film series on Jan. 13, with the screening of the first of the four movies in the series. Tuesday, January 3, 3:31 PM
A legacy of culture, community and dance
Xiaopei Chinese Dance school has brought culture, entertainment and community to the Tri-Valley area for over 14 years. Stronger and more skilled than ever, the dance company has shows planned across the region for Lunar New Year. Wednesday, January 18, 8:15 PM
What a Week: Remembering Don Lewis
The Pleasanton community -- and the music world at large -- is mourning the loss of performer, composer and synthesizer pioneer Don Lewis, who died on Sunday surrounded by family following a brief illness. He was 81. Thursday, November 10, 9:38 PM
Ceremony marks start of work on Dublin Cultural Arts Center
Dublin's former police headquarters is set to be repurposed as a cultural, artistic and educational hub for residents and community members. Recently, city leaders met to declare a milestone for the project... Wednesday, November 16, 10:13 PM
With recent book, Bay Area author and physician reflects on life as a parent and her work as an abortion doctor
In her memoir, "Boundless: An Abortion Doctor Becomes a Mother," author Christine Henneberg ponders the concept of choice, from her own career decisions and journey to motherhood to the importance of trusting her patients' choices. Sunday, January 15, 2:18 PM
My experience taking the new Livermore Wine Trolley dinner tour
For years I had spied the green and red Livermore Wine Trolley at local wineries. But the new 'Taste of the Tri-Valley Food Tour' spurred me to hop on. The three-hour adventure at three restaurants ... Monday, November 7, 12:12 AM
Growing up in Pleasanton in the 1950s: 'Cruising Down Memory Lane' interviewees share importance of documenting their history
Imagine walking down Santa Rita Road after school just ended and seeing kids riding their horses to the pool rather than their cars. Or seeing 13-year-olds driving their moms to the grocery store. That was life on a daily basis for... Thursday, October 20, 5:29 PM
Hiking from Fremont to Livermore: What two sisters discovered on three-day, 28-mile trek along Ohlone Trail
'Next time I invite you to go backpacking with me, please remind me of this moment and why we hate backpacking,' I groggily told my sister, Molly, during our three-day hike in the Ohlone Regional Wilderness Preserve. Friday, July 22, 12:16 AM
San Ramon: 'MasterChef Junior' contestant reflects on growth since filming show
At the end of the ninth episode of this season of "MasterChef Junior," then-10-year-old Abir Bhatia of San Ramon stood among his three other somber-faced teammates who placed in the bottom during that episode's baking challenge... Saturday, June 11, 5:46 PM
Valley Views: Alamo, prehistory to now
I poured over a new book, 'Historic Tales of Alamo, California' by Beverly Lane with Sharon Burke, which answered questions I'd had since buying a house off Livorna Road in 1981. For instance, where did the name Livorna Road come from? Sunday, June 20, 6:56 PM
Staying Healthy: Biking on Mount Diablo
Whether it's road cycling or mountain biking, Mount Diablo serves as a premier destination for bike riders both locally and throughout the Bay Area -- particularly among residents seeking outdoor refuge during the coronavirus pandemic. Friday, June 11, 2:33 PM
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