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Santa Claus is back in session at the Stoneridge Mall, bringing joy to all and  enriching the Christmas spirit.

Getting into the Christmas Spirit: To Do Activities

Izzy Cantu, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

With Christmas 20 days away, Pleasanton embraces the holiday spirit through decorations, ice skating, Secret Santa, and festive events. "The most special thing is the children. If it was just for adults,...

Kendrick Lamar's album GNX caps off one of the most memorable and exciting years in rap history with an album that celebrates the rapper’s career.

Kendrick Lamar’s GNX: A West Coast Legacy Victory Lap

Reese Zhou, AVtv Editor-in-Chief November 28, 2024

On Nov. 22, Kendrick Lamar released his seventh solo studio album GNX. This twelve-track project surprised fans with its drop from the now thirty-seven-year-old Compton native, capping off one of the most...

Released twenty years ago on Nov. 16, 2004, Half-Life 2 offers an action-packed sci-fi adventure that completely redefined the gaming industry.

Half-Life 2’s 20th Anniversary: Game Redefining an Industry

Ian Cha, A&E Editor November 22, 2024

On Nov. 16, 2004, Valve Software released Half-Life 2, the long-awaited sequel to their debut video game Half-Life. Filled with charismatic characters and pulse-pounding sci-fi action, the Half-Life games...

Logan Jew-Fortner ('27) playing Dimitry, Sophia Garcia ('25) playing Vlad Popov, and Makenna Faddis (Foothill '25) playing Anya/Anastasia take over the stage in the musical number of Learn To Do It where Dimitri and Vlad attempt to teach Anya how to act as the Grand Duchess Anastasia.

Grand Musical: Anastasia Youth Edition at Firehouse Arts Center

Emma Luey, Senior Staff Writer November 16, 2024

Through Nov. 1-3 and 8, the legend of the Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia came alive through the Firehouse Art Center’s musical production of Anastasia, Youth Edition. The musical aired...

Is it too old for high schoolers to trick-or-treat?

Are You Or Are You Not Too Old To Trick-Or-Treat?

Elissa Jimerson, Amadon Editor October 31, 2024

Each Halloween, streets fill with costume-wearing, candy bag-holding trick-or-treaters —but where do high schoolers fit in? Are they too old to knock on doors seeking treats, or is Halloween ageless...

Using chemical reactions to carve a pumpkin is much more entertaining than traditional hand-carving. It may look simple, but it the creativity makes up for it!

Pumpkin Carving Tips and Tricks For Halloween

Ojal Pujji, Senior Staff Writer October 30, 2024

Whether trick-or-treating or doing a fun activity with friends, Halloween could also be spent safely pumpkin carving.  No matter the size, the techniques will apply to all pumpkins. Usually, a place to...

At school, pumpkin decorations are set up to prepare for Halloween.

What To Do On Halloween Night With Friends

Gargi Kanetkar, Senior Staff Writer October 30, 2024

As the air turns crisp and leaves begin to fall, Halloween night approaches with a mix of excitement and mystery. Whether you’re a fan of spooky traditions or just looking for a fun way to celebrate...

Choir students fill up the stands as they present their songs to the audience at their 2nd debut.

Beautiful Melodies: Choir makes its second debut at Amador Valley

J.T. Williams, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

Beautiful melodies filled the air as Amador Valley’s choir made its second debut on October 21, sharing the stage with Symphony and Orchestra to deliver a memorable night of music for all attendees. Choir...

AV Journalism students use the podcasting studio to record podcasts for AV Radio.

Amador Library Introduces New Podcasting Studio

Manya Bhargava and Lauren Tran October 26, 2024

This October, Amador Valley Librarian Erik Scherer launched a new podcasting studio in the library. The studio expands on the existing AVRadio station and promotes conversation, creative learning, and...

To celebrate the Halloween season, all types of classes decorate their class with spooky decorations.

AV Drama Class To Host Traditional Haunted House

Gargi Kanetkar, Senior Staff Writer October 25, 2024

On Oct. 25 and 31, the Amador Valley Drama Class is hosting a haunted house at the MPR to raise funds for their program by creating a spooky experience for the community. “The audience for the haunted...

The colorful poster of “Something fall-Ish” decorates the back of Trader Joe’s.

Food Review: Trader Joe’s Fall Food Lineup

Floressa Mukherjee and Natalie Knosp September 23, 2024

As summer comes to a close, the familiar scents of apple, maple, butternut, and pumpkin decorate the store of Trader Joe’s. It’s that time of year again: starting the second week of September, Trader...

Some favorite places to buy homecoming dresses include Plato's Closet, Windsor, and Princess Polly.

The Guide to 2024 Homecoming: Ready for Donchella

Aakanksha Balachander, Amadon Editor September 22, 2024

With Homecoming approaching fast, students may be wondering what their peers are doing to prepare–and what they should do, too. This is a complete how-to guide to homecoming, ranging from apparel, preparation,...

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