Published on July 7th, 2021
The illusion of 'test optional' colleges
With the COVID-19 pandemic and the onset of nearly universal distance learning for all high school students, both parents and students have been relieved to hear that many college admission procedures are going "test optional" this year. While "test optional" does ...By Elizabeth LaScala, Ph.D.
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Published on July 7th, 2021
Free SMC Museum of Art exhibition through July 11
The current Saint Mary's Museum of Art exhibit, "Aesthetic Forces: Nature in the Modern California Landscape, 1915-2015" explores how 20th and 21st-century art practice assimilated and reconsidered ideas of the "sublime" and "picturesque" in dialogue with Modernism and ...Submitted by Britt Royer
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Published on July 7th, 2021
Campo grad publishes children's book to honor his late mother
In 2019 Alex Tandy, a 2005 Campolindo graduate and Moraga resident, learned that his mother not only had cancer but had also passed away from the disease. Judy Ohlrogge, his mom, who was remarried and living in Ecuador, had kept her disease a secret from him and his ...By Kara Navolio
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Published on July 7th, 2021
From flags to vintage planes, it was a flying Fourth in Orinda
Having only missed one year since its inception in 1984, the Orinda Fourth of July Parade was back in 2021, a little bit smaller, but still replete with bands, politicians, cars and even airplanes. With 38 entries, the parade was announced at its starting point in the ...By Sora O'Doherty
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Published on June 23rd, 2021
Resistance in accepting care: Why does this happen?
"My husband is refusing to have his memory loss evaluated."
"My mom and dad are 90 years old and need help with everything; I worry about their safety."
 By Linda Fodrini-Johnson
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Published on June 23rd, 2021
Local bookstore and libraries start summer reading challenges
The start of summer for many of the literary individuals in Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda means the start of some good reading. This summer, Reasonable Books in Lafayette is less quiet as owners Betty and Rudy Winnacker are getting the word out regarding their summer ...By Grace Gonsalves
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Published on June 23rd, 2021
New novel combines satire, humor and a touch of sci-fi
Longtime Orinda resident Sally Tubach has published a novel, "The Grande Dame and Hitler's Twin: A Comedy of Errors," to many positive reviews.
While it's difficult to imagine Hitler ...By John T. Miller
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Published on June 23rd, 2021
Travel log
It's an unusual combination, but somehow, it works - a Thai-themed boutique hotel, set smack in the middle of Napa Valley vineyards, surrounded by grapes and with Vaca Mountain views. Owned and operated by famed Thai chef Lalita Souksamlane of popular San Francisco ...By Fran Endicott Miller
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Published on June 23rd, 2021
Tim Murphy's marathon effort through Lamorinda
Who were you rooting for in the race between the tortoise and the hare? In the case of Tim Murphy, you can be sure he was backing the tortoise. As Murphy approached his 74th birthday, he made it clear that he was not going to go gently in that that good night.
By Jon Kingdon
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Published on June 23rd, 2021
Fly flags to show patriotism on Fourth, not fireworks
Another year of drought brings warnings from local authorities about being fire-wise. Conditions are bad enough without adding Fourth of July fireworks into the mix.
With the sc ...By Vera Kochan
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Published on June 9th, 2021
Burton Valley Elementary Odyssey of the Mind team wins State Championship
Burton Valley Elementary School's Odyssey of the Mind Team A took first place in its division for their performance of "Laundry Land" in the Odyssey of the Mind state tournament. Guided by Coaches Maia Siu and Anna Stubbington, the team won the state competition that ...Submitted by Doug Parker
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Published on June 9th, 2021
Simple, preventative health measures that transcend time
As a practicing internal medicine specialist for (ahem) well more than a decade, I have loved getting to know my patients over time. Seeing them though some of life's tougher transitions and helping them create and execute a long-term plan to meet their health goals ...By Dr. Rebecca Parish
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Published on June 9th, 2021
JM graduates take the stage for next step in education
The eighth-grade students of Joaquin Moraga Intermediate School graduated in person, outdoors in a socially distant ceremony on May 26 at the Joaquin Moraga School Pavilion. Students received their diplomas from members of the Moraga School District board and walked ...Submitted by Amy Martinez
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Published on June 9th, 2021
Local artists open studios in Lamorinda June 12-13
One of the most interesting aspects of art is experiencing it in person and talking to the artists about their work and what inspires them. East Bay Open Studios will once again be offering these in-person opportunities, featuring five Lamorinda artists - Allison ...By Jennifer Wake
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Published on June 9th, 2021
Brown butter shortbread cookie packs caramelized pecan crunch
This little cookie is fabulously delicious and really, what isn't when it's made with brown butter? The caramelized toasty, nutty flavor you get when you brown butter just makes anything taste divine, whether it's sweet or savory!
 By Susie Iventosch
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Lamorinda Weekly, Moraga CA