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Top Stories
Redwood City couple aims to reduce single-use plastic with eco-friendly cleaning products company Greatfill
Mika Peterman and Joel Brown have launched Greatfill, transforming plastic waste reduction with their refillable, eco-friendly product line.
Newsom remains critical of California’s local response to homelessness. He should look in the mirror
California Gov. Gavin Newsom complains that local government officials have not been effective in dealing with homelessness. But he appears to be shifting the political onus from his own administration.
MoDo Hawaii and Vietnamese drink pop-up Nhà Cafe partner on a new drive-thru in Santa Clara
Sip on a creamy pandan drink from Nhà Cafe, munch on a malasada from MoDo Hawaii and snack on a taiyaki, a Japanese fish-shaped cake, from Snowtime Dessert Cafe all from one drive-thru in Santa Clara.
From despair to discovery: A Redwood City Kaiser patient’s hospice journey
“I refuse to spend my days sitting in a chair or lying in my hospital bed watching TV… In the past six months I have read several Elizabethan plays, taken online courses on Shakespeare, Greek Mythology, and Ancient Egyptian History and I intend to keep learning.”
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Celebrating Big Bands from the 30s – California Pops presents: Miller, Goodman, Dorsey & More – Friday April 26, 8pm
All Big Band, All the Time. The music that kept America on the dance floor, swinging away the nights. These Bandleaders and their outstanding bands introduced a new style of music and dance to the world and the world couldn’t get enough. The California Pops is joined by the Black Tie Jazz Band and together form the biggest Big Band on the West Coast for your toe-tapping pleasure. San Mateo Performing Arts Center (SMPAC), 600 N Delaware St, San Mateo. Purchase tickets online or call (800) 595-4849 (4TIX) >TICKETS
From dated bathroom to spacious wet room
In this 1940s Palo Alto home, the bathroom makeover wasn’t just about fixing leaks — it was about creating a space that felt like a daily retreat for the homeowners.
Light rain coming to Bay Area later this week but dry weekend ahead
The Bay Area could see light rain later this week, but the forecast is for dry weather by the weekend
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The Palo Alto Weekly Short Story Contest is now open for submissions!
Anyone who lives, works, or studies between Redwood City and Los Altos can submit entries. Learn more about the contest and submit your work by May 10th. > LEARN MORE
Hot Picks
TODAY
Games: Trivia Night
Barebottle Brewing Co hosts weekly trivia nights. Teams of up to six invited to play and win prizes. Go to headgamestrivia.com.
Art: Photography by Irene Searles
Flea Street restaurant presents a curated exhibition of photography from 2012 – 2024 by Irene Searles. Go to irenesearles.com.
TOMORROW
Author event: Rainn Wilson
Actor Rainn Wilson is featured in conversation discussing his book, “Soul Boom: Why We Need A Spiritual Revolution,” which encourages readers to think about the spiritual elements of life in very difficult times. Go to eventbrite.com.
Art: ‘Kaleidoscope’
Redwood City’s Art Kiosk features the public art installation “Kaleidoscope” at the Art Kiosk by Oakland-based artist, Matthew Floriani. With four large mural-style paintings of oddly composed figures in vibrant pigments, Floriani illuminates the profound importance of human connection. Go to visitrwc.org.
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Restaurant Week is finally here!
Starting today, you can support local restaurants by treating your taste buds. Check out the full list of participating eateries. > LEARN MORE
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