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TVNPA grants
The Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance announced the names of 11 essential care and community care nonprofits in the region this month who will be receiving donations from the alliance’s Tri-Valley Nonprofit Fund.
“These funds are helping someone access mental health support in a crisis, get a meal while going through cancer treatment, stay employed during immigration proceedings, or prepare a child for success in school,” TVNPA CEO Kathy Young stated in a press release.
The recipients are Reins in Motion Foundation, Nephrotic Syndrome Foundation, Bonita House, Culinary Angels, Jewish Family and Community Services East Bay, Royal Theater Academy, Teen Esteem, Tri-Valley Career Center, Tri-Valley REACH, Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area and Three Thirty Three Arts.
Kids Club facility
The Pleasanton Unified School District recently celebrated the opening of a new Kids Club building at Fairlands Elementary School, which the district says will expand before- and after-school care options for families.
The new building, according to PUSD, helps add 50 new openings to the program at Fairlands. It is part of the district’s broader Kids Club expansion.
“This new space at Fairlands reflects our commitment to supporting families with safe, engaging, and accessible care options for their children,” Monique Liebhard, director of early and expanded learning, said in a press release.
For more information on the new facility and to enroll your children in Kids Club or other similar programs, visit the district’s “Early and Expanded Learning” website.
Dublin Pride Week
Dublin residents will be able to celebrate their city and give back to their community during the upcoming Dublin Pride Week, which lasts from April 25 to May 2.
The annual celebration, which is centered around Earth Day (April 22), brings together hundreds of volunteers for a “large community volunteer day focused on beautification projects throughout Dublin.” Other events and activities designed to promote environmental stewardship and civic pride will also be featured.
Some of the events happening Saturday include a volunteer day, a compost give away and a Amador Valley Industries community truck day. Other events that week include a prescription drug “take-back”, a children’s emergency food bank food drive and a climate solutions virtual workshop.
For more information on all the events, visit www.dublin.ca.gov.
Missy’s Miracle college scholarship
The Melissa A. Stoneberger Foundation, also known as Missy’s Miracle, is currently accepting applications for its annual college scholarships.
The foundation, which was established in memory of Melissa “Missy” A. Stoneberger, awards scholarship grants to students who are pursuing an undergraduate education to “overcome barriers or challenges through perseverance and empowerment”.
“Sherri Stoneberger founded ‘Missy’s Miracle’ in 2017 after the passing of her daughter, who had brain cancer as a young toddler, and who overcame insurmountable challenges during her short life, spreading love, optimism, and positivity to others in need through her creative artwork and thoughtfulness,” according to a press release. “Each year, over $125,000 in scholarship grants are awarded to recipients, with over a million dollars awarded to date.”
According to the press release, the deadline to apply is May 1. Recipients will be announced between the end of June to mid-July. For more information, visit www.melissastonebergerfoundation.org.
Tri-Valley Conservancy hike
Tri-Valley Conservancy, a local land trust which protects and advocates for agricultural land and open space in the Bay Area, is inviting members of the public to join the organization for a guided hike at Holdener Park in Livermore this Sunday (April 26).
The hike, which lasts from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., will take folks to “wander through rolling hills, spot wildflowers, and take in stunning views from across the valley”.
The conservancy is noting that this will be a moderate uphill hike so participants are encouraged to bring water, snacks and to wear layers. Pets will not be allowed due to the sensitive nature of of the ecosystem along the trail — minors will also need to be accompanied by parents or guardians.
Click here to sign up.
LPC hosting Vaccine Hesitancy Seminar
Las Positas College is hosting a public seminar next Tuesday (April 28) from 6-7 p.m. where several healthcare professionals will address the topic of vaccine hesitancy, which continues to be a challenge in the public health world, according to the college.
According to a press release from the Livermore-based college, the “evidence-based discussion” will include topics like vaccine safety and effectiveness, public health impact, common vaccine misconceptions and how to evaluate health information.
“This seminar aims to equip students and the community with clear, credible information and practical tools to navigate misinformation and make informed health decisions,” the press release states.
The event will also include a live Q&A session. Click here to RSVP.
“Access to accurate, trustworthy health information is essential for student success and community well-being,” LPC President Dyrell Foster said in the press release. “This seminar creates space for thoughtful dialogue between students, staff and healthcare experts at a time when clarity and confidence in public health matter more than ever.”
DUI checkpoint in Livermore
Livermore police are scheduled to conduct a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city limits this Friday night.
“Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk,” Livermore Police Department Sgt. Scott Harrison said in a press release. “Any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers on our roads significantly improve traffic safety.”
The department called out that it’s not just alcohol that can lead to driving illegally under the influence – marijuana, prescription medications and even over-the-counter drugs can result in impaired driving.
The checkpoint, which will be in operation from 8 p.m. Friday (April 24) until 1 a.m. Saturday, will be at a location determined based on data of past incidents of DUI-related crashes, according to LPD. Funding for the program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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