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Fall arts preview: Groups prepare for uncertain seasonVirtual author events, in-person exhibitions, streaming shows and more are planned this autumn on the Midpeninsula.
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Bay Bridge lights artist illuminates downtown galleryLeo Villareal's innovative union of art and technology has taken center stage in Pace Gallery's reopening exhibition.
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Artists behind city's Black Lives Matter mural speak outEight artists who contributed to Palo Alto's Black Lives Matter mural came together virtually on Thursday to discuss how other public art can amplify racial equity initiatives.
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'Grateful Dead Origins'A new graphic novel takes an illustrated deep dive into the lesser known early days of the acid-fueled rock band the Grateful Dead.
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Our guide to local takeout, deliveryWe've compiled a running list of Peninsula food businesses staying open for takeout or delivery during the coronavirus shutdown.
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"Addison joins Climate Strike"
The three fifth grade classrooms from Addison Elementary School walked to Palo Alto City Hall on Sept. 27 to deliver a packet of letters expressing their concerns about climate change. City Council member Alison Cormack joined them and engaged them in a great conversation. She then gave them a tour of the Council Chambers and explained how Council meetings work.
Submitted by Jocelyn on Oct 15, 2019
Couple's Net
by Chandrama Anderson
Premarital and Couples: What Does Sex Mean to You?
Sep 18, 2020 | 0 comments
An Alternative View
by Diana Diamond
'Ignoring what's wrong has never made anything right'
Sep 15, 2020 | 4 comments
Peninsula Foodist
by Elena Kadvany
Former Flea St. Cafe chef starts meal delivery service
Sep 13, 2020 | 1 comment
A New Shade of Green
by Sherry Listgarten
10 ways to reduce your dog's "pawprint"
Sep 13, 2020 | 9 comments
How Misfits Bakehouse became the source of the Bay Area's best gluten-free goods
An interview with Mina Makram an Egyptian refugee, former engineer and self-taught baker determined to overcome the "stigma" of gluten-free bread. Thursday, 11:34 AM | 2 comments
Fall arts preview: Creatives focus on the divine, and the sublime, this fall
Take a peek at some highlights of the upcoming fall arts season on the Midpeninsula, many of which will take place in cyberspace. Thursday, 8:54 AM
Palo Alto welcomes Bay Bridge light artist for new gallery show
Leo Villareal's dazzling "Harmony of the Spheres," a new exhibition at Pace Gallery, is on view until Oct. 10. Tuesday, 11:14 AM
Black Lives Matter muralists reflect on art, social justice
The power of public art to bring communities together, foster conversations and amplify racial equity initiatives was the theme of a virtual panel discussion hosted by Palo Alto's Public Art Program on Thursday, Sept. 10. Friday, 4:21 PM | 6 comments
'Conservation for Whom?': Webinar explores history of environmental movement and racial injustice
The history of the U.S. environmental movement and its sometimes-fraught relationship with communities of color will be discussed in an webinar hosted by Peninsula Open Space Trust. Wednesday, 9:57 AM
Library's 'shelter-in-play' game night is up to chance
The Menlo Park Library is kicking off the weekend with a "shelter-in-play" online game night featuring Lotería, a traditional Mexican game of chance. Wednesday, 9:39 AM
Graphic novel chronicles the start of a long, strange (local) trip
Breathing life into wire: Kristine Mays' sculptures 'emerge from the scenery'
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Benefiting local non-profits
The 36th annual Moonlight Run and Walk is Friday evening, October 2, wherever you are! Proceeds go to the Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund, benefiting local non-profits that serve families and children in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. Join us under the light of the full Harvest Moon on a 5K walk, 5K run, 10K run or half marathon.
