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Diablo Valley College announces new president
Diablo Valley College is set to be under new leadership soon following a months-long search for a new president amid its current president’s pending retirement, with Monica Chahal selected to take the reins at the conclusion of Susan Lamb’s eight-year tenure.
Buttercup and Bubbles from Tri-Valley Animal Rescue
Buttercup and Bubbles are sweet German Shepherd mix puppies, 4 months old and weighing just over 20 pounds. They are doing great in their foster home where they are socialized with children and adults.
Opera in the Vineyard returning to Garré Winery this summer
As the summer season approaches, so does the return of Livermore Valley Opera’s Opera in the Vineyard production.
Shelves bare as Pleasanton Rite Aid awaits fate
The clock seems to be ticking on Pleasanton’s lone Rite Aid amid the corporation’s bankruptcy proceedings, but for now the store and its pharmacy on Hopyard Road remain open with no firm closure date set.
Pleasanton-based 10x Genomics laying off 93 local workers
Nearly 100 workers at a Tri-Valley-based biosciences company are in their final weeks on the job this month as 10x Genomics made moves to cut costs after reviewing internal and external factors that have changed in the most recent quarter.
Fire risk rises as extreme heat targets Bay Area, Central Coast
The next few days will see seasonable weather around the region, but temps will ramp up by Friday and bring elevated heat and fire risk, forecasters said.
Hot Picks
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.
Storytime at San Ramon Library: Join for Storytime and enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, movement and fun. Attending Storytime is a wonderful opportunity for young children to develop language, early literacy and social skills. 11:15-12 p.m., Thursdays.
Wente Summer Music Series: This series brings a vibrant mix of tribute bands where guests enjoy a live performance, a variety of foods and favorite Wente wines. Doors open at 6 p.m. General admission $55. May 29, George Michael Reborn. Visit wentevineyards.com/.
Rooted in Danville Photo Contest: Participants submit original, unedited photographs of a historic location in Danville with the winning image featured on the cover of the Fall 2025 Activity Guide. Submit entries via email to jwallner@danville.ca.gov in high-resolution JPEG format, with a minimum size of 2625 x 3075 pixels. Now through May 30.
Encore Players Presents Encore 10×10: This performance will include 10 plays, most of which were written by playwrights from Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin and Castro Valley, each directed by a different director. May 30-June 1. Tickets $25. Bothwell Arts Center. Visit livermorearts.org/
Creedence Revelation: Creedence Revelation, Featuring Randy Linder, returns to The Bankhead Theatre by popular demand. 8 p.m., May 30. Tickets $45-$65. Visit livermorearts.org/
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