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Fourth year on varsity: Amador Valley standout Harrington reflects on football journey
That’s right, Anthony Harrington is entering his fourth year on the varsity for the Dons. Playing as a freshman on a varsity football team in EBAL is a rare accomplishment, but Harrington has done just that – and thrived.
What a Week – Rev up the beat: RPM ready to rock Pleasanton’s closing Concert in the Park
The summer concert season in downtown Pleasanton is closing in style with upbeat hits courtesy of The RPM Band, five longtime friends whose musical connection forged more than 40 years has grown even stronger during their resurgence the past decade.
New Cal Fire campaign urges Californians to prepare ‘Go Bags,’ make evacuation plan
The “Set, Go” campaign starts with asking Californians to create a family wildfire action plan, which includes identifying escape routes, practicing evacuation drills, designating a safe meeting place, and assigning an out-of-area contact for family communications.
Livermore dog wins most unusual pet insurance claim of the year
Ziya, a Belgian Malinois from Livermore, won Nationwide’s 17th annual Hambone Award, a recognition given to the most unusual pet insurance claim each year.
Isola Osteria saying goodbye to Danville
Those who haven’t yet visited Downtown Danville’s Isola Osteria since its debut early last year have just two days left to do so, with the family-owned Sicilian restaurant shutting the doors of its local outpost this weekend.
News Digest: Pleasanton Weekly’s 25th Anniversary Party | Event raises $30K for students | Emergency preparedness training
The Pleasanton Weekly will be hosting its 25th Anniversary Party at this Friday’s Concert in the Park in downtown Pleasanton.
Tim Talk: Don’t be surprised to see hotel tax increase on Pleasanton ballot
It’s been less than a year but the Pleasanton City Council and senior staff already is discussing another tax increase.
Hot Picks
Knitting at the Pleasanton Senior Center: Refresh skills, pick up some new tips, share techniques, get help or just sit and knit. 9:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m., Fridays. Drop-in fees apply.
Music & Movement at Rincon Library: Enjoy songs and movement activities that build motor and social skills and increase independence as well as language development in children. Perfect for ages 1-5, Class is outside on the Livermore Rincon Library patio. 10:15-10:45 p.m., Aug. 29.
Concerts in the Park: Join the Pleasanton Weekly’s 25th Anniversary party at Concerts in the Park this Friday night for a celebration of community and local journalism at the redesigned band stand in Lions Wayside Park. 7-8:30 p.m., Aug. 29. RPM, Danceable Rock.
59th Scottish Highland Gathering & Games: Experience the thrill of California’s largest and longest-running Scottish Games, a Bay Area tradition since 1866, and witness world-class competitions from the awe-inspiring feats of Scottish heavy athletes to the electrifying energy of Scottish dancing, piping, and musical performances. Aug. 30-31. Visit alamedacountyfair.com.
Free Fishing Day: Aug. 30 is a free fishing day in the East Bay Regional Park District as both Park District fishing fees and state fishing license requirements are waived for visitors. Visit ebparks.org/recreation/fishing.
Livermore Sunday Farmers’ Market: Gather for music, food and fresh local and organic products directly from producers. Support small businesses and local sustainable agriculture. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sundays. Between J St & L St.
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