“Sometimes the simplest things are the most profound. My job is to bring out in people & what they wouldn’t dare do themselves“
Suspect Arrested in Felony Vandalism to Police Vehicle
(Charleen Earley, Photographer)Robert Brock, a True Value Orinda Hardware manager, seen here with wife Jessica Brock, was arrested on Jan. 27 for a felony...
Measure Z Aims to Boost School District Funding for Teachers and...
(Kristina Plackter, Photographer)Measure Z, on a special ballot in March, is projected to provide $2 million dollars a year for salaries in district schools...
Orinda Adopts Sixth Cycle of the Housing Element
(Jeff Heyman, Photographer)Downtown Orinda, as seen from the Orinda Grove development, a 73-lot subdivision on 11 acres with adjacent 3.1-acre city-owned sports fields. The...
Huge Thank You to The Orinda Association Supporters and Friends
(Sally Hogarty, Photographer)TOPS, The Orinda Preschool, once again marched proudly in the 2022 4th of July parade. Parents, children and faculty have long been...
A Conversation with Erik Preminger, Son of Burlesque Star Gypsy Rose...
(Courtesy of Erik Preminger)Erik Preminger sometimes worked as a photographer for his famous mother, Gypsy Rose Lee. See additional photos online.(Courtesy of Erik Preminger)Erik...
Family-Owned Company Keeps Businesses, Homes and Environment Clean
(Courtesy of Rami Richards)Rami and Kathryn Richards with their children, (L-R) Soren, Archie and Nash and Rocco, the family pet, alongside their first “ecomobile.”...
Seasoned Shopper – March 2023
Going Green at the Orinda Farmers’ Market
Spring greens offer shoppers an array of possibilities, from making salads to creating vegetable cups and rolls....
The Reel Less Traveled – March 2023
Worlds Seen and Unseen
March brings us a triple threat, so let’s dispense with the usual introductory paragraph and get right to it. The...
Pet of the Month – March 2023
(Tammy Bogetti, Photographer)
Dog Pepper with Wilder Ehrhorn. “Pepper is 6-years-old and she loves hiking, swimming, bubbles and playing fetch,” said mom Tammy Bogetti....
Orinda Starlight Village Players Announces New Season and Auditions
(David Dierks, Photographer)Patrick Atkinson and Venee Call-Ferrer starred in last year’s production of Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero.
The Orinda Starlight Village Players (OrSVP) 2023...
Saving Newts
(Sonja Ure, Photographer)
Ella Jung rescues a newt during the recent rains. California newts are indigenous to this area and come out during rainy...
Professor Emeritus Steve Woolpert Talks About What Polarizes Democracy
(Courtesy of Steve Woolpert)Professor Emeritus Steve Woolpert speaks March 3 at 10 a.m. at the First Friday Forum, held at Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church. His...
Two Blockbuster Stars Headline Live At the Orinda! in March
(Gene Reeves, Photographer)With a dynamite voice and commanding stage presence, Karen Mason took Broadway by storm. A 13-time MAC Award winner, which honors cabaret,...
The Lion King JR. Takes the Stage At Wagner Ranch Elementary
(Stella Kim, Photographer)The cast of Wagner Ranch’s production of The Lion King JR. at rehearsal. The musical runs March 24-25 with four shows performed...
Fire Adapted Community News – March 2023
Fires, Floods and Drought – Oh My!
California is a special place – as much for its beauty, diverse and dynamic economy and outdoor...
Police Blotter – March 2023
January 16 through February 15
Calls for ServiceBurglary, Auto: 1 incident: Bates Rd.Burglary, Commercial: 2 incidents: Orinda Way (x2)Burglary, Residential: 6 incidents: Miner Rd., Hillcrest...
Message form the OA President – March 2023
A Big Thank You!
While this month is often known for its “madness” as the men’s NCAA tournament heats up, we at The Orinda...
Five Scouts Earned Eagle Rank and Scout Troop 303 Hosts Open...
(Angelica Ting Steinmeier, Photographer)
Five scouts achieved Eagle rank and was honored at a ceremony on Feb. 25 at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. Scout...
Orinda Art Scene – March 2023
(Olga Larner, Photographer)This colorful and imaginative piece is by Miramonte’s talented Venustiana Chu. It’s one of many amazing and have-to-see creations from local...
