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Jul 14, 2019 5:45 am
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Driving an EV to Tahoe? Don’t miss your exit! I learned this and other lessons from two round trips between Palo Alto and Tahoe City in a Chevy Bolt (1). Maybe... More
Jul 7, 2019 5:34 am
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I’ve enjoyed looking at photos from my friends’ Fourth of July holidays over the past few days -- parades, ice cream, red-white-and-blue outfits, picnics,... More
Jun 30, 2019 6:05 am
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When I heard a few weeks ago that Palo Alto was considering a city-wide ban on plastic straws, utensils, and produce bags, my first thought was “Sheesh, can’t... More
Jun 23, 2019 5:35 am
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We ended the last blog post with about half the Sun’s energy hitting... More
Jun 16, 2019 5:33 am
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… about how global warming works but were afraid to ask
For the next few blog posts, I thought it would be interesting to cover some of the basic science... More
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Backhaus in Burlingame finally opens for the holiday rush
By The Peninsula Foodist | 0 comments | 2,817 views
Burning just one "old style" light bulb can cost $150 or more per year
By Sherry Listgarten | 11 comments | 2,596 views
Fun Things to Do Around the Bay This Holiday – Peninsula Edition
By Laura Stec | 8 comments | 2,415 views
Banning the public from PA City Hall
By Diana Diamond | 25 comments | 1,955 views
Premiere! “I Do I Don’t: How to build a better marriage” – Here, a page/weekday
By Chandrama Anderson | 2 comments | 1,081 views
Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund
For the last 30 years, the Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund has given away almost $10 million to local nonprofits serving children and families. 100% of the funds go directly to local programs. It’s a great way to ensure your charitable donations are working at home.