Published on March 31st, 2021
Local Flying Tiger Lines flight attendant recalls years of service to troops during Vietnam War
It was a war that eventually drew criticism and disdain in the United States. Nevertheless, the men and women who served in Vietnam had the courage to answer when called upon to enter into one of the most unforgiving and terrifying experiences of their lifetime.
By Vera Kochan
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Published on March 17th, 2021
COVID increased the importance of diversity essays on college applications: Four questions to help you brainstorm
Diversity statements are an increasingly common requirement on college applications. These questions are going to become even more common in upcoming cycles because of the ways the COVID pandemic has changed college admissions. With more colleges offering test optional ...By Elizabeth LaScala PhD
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Published on March 17th, 2021
Campolindo graduate on Broadway
Dr. Joseph A. Mele, M.D, FACS, made it to a marquee on Broadway in an unusual way. No, not for acting, although he did appear in a Moraga Playhouse production of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum." The Campolindo High School graduate won The Top Surgeon ...
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Published on March 17th, 2021
'Hamilton' actor speaks to Moraga students about diversity and inclusion in the arts
The Moraga Education Foundation (MEF) hosted an inspiring conversation Feb. 26 with Leslie Odom Jr., acclaimed actor and singer who played Aaron Burr in Broadway's "Hamilton" (and earned a Grammy Award and Tony Award for his role). Nearly 500 families tuned in to this ...By Jenn Freedman
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Published on March 17th, 2021
SUMMER CAMPS 2021
Bay Area Ballplayers Back for year 2 with ...
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Published on March 17th, 2021
GCCP presents 'Love Story' March 20
Gold Coast Chamber Players continue their virtual concerts at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 20 with "Love Story" - the fourth of six Main Stage Virtual Concerts in 2021 that continues the season theme celebrating love and diversity.
 Submitted by Pamela Freund-Striplen
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Published on March 17th, 2021
19 Lamorinda students named National Merit finalists
Officials from the National Merit S ...By Jennifer Wake
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Published on March 17th, 2021
Local youth find inventive, productive ways to spend time while sheltering at home
Discussing stocks with 17-year-old Sam Safahi feels like meeting a group of investment brokers. The fast talking, extremely knowledgeable Miramonte senior tosses out stock names and investment lingo as easily as counting to 10.
By Diane Claytor
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Published on March 17th, 2021
Lamorinda Idol contestants undeterred by pandemic
The Lamorinda Arts Council hosted a live, online event March 14 to announce the winners of the latest Lamorinda Idol contest. Finalists in categories including kindergarten through second grade, third through fifth grade, sixth through eighth grade and high school ...By Sora O'Doherty
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Published on March 17th, 2021
Eagle Scouts and Angora goats tend Campolindo Garden
A small patch of land between Campolindo High School's stadium and parking lot has been designated the Campolindo Garden for nearly nine years. Surrounded by a fence, the garden currently contains a small bed of flowers along with six beds of beans, cabbage, broccoli, ...By Vera Kochan
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Published on March 3rd, 2021
Family Focus
Many people I've talked to during the past year have experienced difficulties with family and/or friends over how to handle the threat of COVID-19. Not only has this been a difficult and scary time, but many relationships have suffered from differing approaches and ...By Margie Ryerson, MFT
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Published on March 3rd, 2021
Looking Good in Lamorinda
Word has it in the fashion world that the trend for spring 2021 is Easy Elegance. A full year into the pandemic, many of us have a desire to step away from the sweats and into something more presentable. Designers are on it and this season they are showing longer, ...By Moya Stone
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Published on March 3rd, 2021
Moraga mom crosses item off bucket list
It will likely be some time before Tiffany Seitler will forget that the Hindenburg was named after the second president of the Weimar Republic.
Why should the Moraga mom of two care ...By Diane Claytor
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Published on March 3rd, 2021
Discovering dog-friendly trails during pandemic
Exploring the great outdoors has been one of this past year's silver linings. Another bright side for many families has been the addition of a "COVID dog" because ... why not now? Together, a new (or old) furry friend and the glorious Lamorinda hills make a winning ...By Jenn Freedman
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Published on February 17th, 2021
GCCP presents 'Sphinx and Sitkovetsky' Feb. 28
Gold Coast Chamber Players continue its virtual concerts at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28 with "Sphinx and Sitkovetsky," the third of six Main Stage Virtual Concerts in 2021 that celebrate love and diversity.
Submitted by Pamela Freund-Striplen
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Lamorinda Weekly, Moraga CA