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PAL's pals also provided an online art exhibit for people who couldn't visit the showcase in person.

PAL’s pals holds 2023 high school art exhibit

Krithika Subramaniam, AVT Page Editor April 30, 2023

On Apr. 29 to Apr. 30, the Stoneridge Mall hosted a showcasing event for PAL’s pals art contest participants and winners. The event included a brief examination of several student-made art pieces from...

Towne Center Books hosted its Independent Bookstore Day event on Saturday, April 29.

Towne Center Books celebrates Independent Bookstore Day

Emma Vollgraf, Staff Writer April 29, 2023

For the past ten years, Pleasanton’s local bookstore, Towne Center Books, has participated in national Independent Bookstore day. The event lets them show appreciation to customers and local stores and...

Downtown's Zachary’s Pizza is celebrating its 40th anniversary with an art contest open to anyone in the community.

Zachary’s Pizza hosts a 40th anniversary art contest

Preston Elliott, Staff Writer April 20, 2023

From March 13th until April 23rd, Pleasanton’s Zachary’s Pizza is hosting an art contest to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Contestants submit their art to win a $100 Zachary’s gift card as well...

Every year, local volunteers led by  Pleasanton's Environmental Education team gather to clean up the Arroyo de Laguna creek.

Pleasanton Arroyo de Laguna Creek cleanup: solving the trash crisis

Shimon Arai, Staff Writer April 19, 2023

On April 16, Pleasanton’s annual creek cleanup was held at Arroyo de Laguna Creek to celebrate Earth’s day. The event, led by the Environmental Education Team, gathered ten bags of waste and litter,...

The Pleasanton Community Concert Band's spring concert, this time featuring saxophone player Ricardo R. Martinez, is one of its biggest shows of the year.

Downtown hosts “A Saxophone Spectacular” concert featuring Ricardo R. Martinez

Lexiss Marajas, Staff Writer April 19, 2023

The Pleasanton Community Concert Band consists of local volunteer musicians, from students to retirees, with a passion for music. At the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton, the band held an "A Saxophone...

The deadline for the Library Roof Replacement Project was extended from fall 2022 to summer 2023 due to lasting unforeseen issues from the library's initial construction.

Pleasanton Public Library temporarily closes indoor services for final phase of Roof Replacement Project

Zaynah Shah, Amadon Editor-in-Chief April 11, 2023

Under construction since early August, the Pleasanton Public Library recently moved into the final stages of its Roof Replacement Project. Following the completion of the new roof in late February, the...

Sprinkle welcomes their guests with vibrant colors and a menu proudly displaying their special cupcakes.

Sprinkles and Crumbl- St Patty’s Treats!

Tatum Krekorian and Makenze Mapes March 28, 2023

On March 12, the two bakeries, Sprinkles and Crumbl, released St. Patrick’s Day-themed treats! With Sprinkles being a bakery known for their unique cupcakes and Crumbl known for selling flavorful cookies,...

The Light Up the Night 80s prom took place on the evening of Saturday, March 25.

AV Athletic Boosters host Light Up the Night 80’s prom at Pleasanton Senior Center

Olivia Vollgraf, Staff Writer March 27, 2023

The 80’s prom, an annual school sports fundraiser for Amador athletes, teachers, coaches, and parents, took place on Mar. 25 at the Pleasanton Senior Center. AV Athletic Boosters hosted the event to...

Brew Crawl participants serve themselves corned beef while waiting for the event to continue on.

Pleasanton celebrates St. Patrick’s with its 10th annual Brew Crawl

Cora Kerton, Staff Writer March 19, 2023

On Saturday, Mar. 18, downtown Pleasanton celebrated St. Patrick's day with its 10th annual spirited Brew Crawl. Adults of drinking age dressed up in festive costumes and marched from store to store refilling...

Some of the sweet treats offered at grocery stores include cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and cornbread

Downtown Pleasanton celebrates St. Patrick’s

Preston Elliott, Staff Writer March 15, 2023

As March neared and began, Pleasanton prepared for its Irish festivities. Restaurants added seasonal items to their menus and businesses decorated for St. Patrick's day. Green accents are added to decor...

Many students go to the Pleasanton Library after school to meet with friends or find a quiet place to study.

Students cause problems at Pleasanton Library

Eva Grove, AVT Page Editor March 15, 2023

On Thursday, January 19, a fight broke out between two Pleasanton Middle School (PMS) students in front of the Pleasanton library. While serious fights are rare, problems with students at the Pleasanton...

Restaurants that participated in the Tri-Valley Restaurant Week set up special deals and discount. Mochiholic, for example, had a 20% off deal for entire orders.

Pleasanton restaurants participate in Tri-Valley Restaurant Week

Lexiss Marajas, Staff Writer March 14, 2023

Tri-Valley Restaurant Week, an annual celebration in California’s Tri-Valley region, highlights the culinary diversity in the area. This year, the event took place from Mar. 2 to Mar. 5, and ten Pleasanton...

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