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🌱 Patch AM: Which San Ramon teens just won $5,000 for bold event ideas?
Spotted on the San Ramon calendar: San Ramon Library Foundation's Mega Book Sale

Good morning San Ramon! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Which San Ramon teens just won $5,000 for bold event ideas?
- How could this $6 billion lawsuit hit San Ramon Valley classrooms?
Also on today's calendar: San Ramon Library Foundation's Mega Book Sale and 13 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 72 and low of 58 degrees.
- Thursday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 78, low: 55.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 55 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 3 San Ramon Teens Win $5K Each In Event Innovator Competition (patch.com) — San Ramon teens just won $5,000 each for creative event ideas that could shape future festivals and community gatherings here, from drone racing to a cherry blossom celebration. Their concepts aim to make local spaces like City Center Bishop Ranch and Central Park safer, more innovative, and more fun for residents while highlighting the city's forward-looking spirit.
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• California's largest teachers union sues state over nearly $6 billion in withheld school funding (mercurynews.com) — San Ramon Valley schools are caught up in a major statewide funding battle as California's largest teachers union sues over nearly $6 billion in allegedly withheld education dollars. Local district leaders joined a Bay Area–Los Angeles coalition warning that deferrals could mean larger classes, layoffs, and potential school cuts, even as some nearby districts already face deep staff reductions and closures.
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📸 Around San Ramon
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🗓 Upcoming Events in San Ramon
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★ Featured events ★
- San Ramon Library Foundation's Mega Book Sale →
San Ramon Library - Contra Costa County Library, 100 Montgomery St, San Ramon
2:00 pm - East Bay Grooveline Plays Fenestra Winery →
Fenestra Winery, 83 Vallecitos Rd, Livermore
6:00 pm - BayArea's Grand Ganesh Festival 2026 - Ganpati Bappa Morya! Join East Bay Ka Raja in San Ramon →
San Ramon Citycenter, 2700 Camino Ramon, San Ramon
12:00 pm - Melt with You Festival →
357 Bear Oaks Dr, Martinez
5:00 pm - Life is a Cabernet Ol' Chum Murder Mystery Dinner at Charles R Vineyards →
8195 Crane Ridge Rd, Livermore
5:00 pm - Pizza Mind Trivia- Livermore! →
Zachary's Chicago Pizza, 2470 First St, Livermore
6:30 pm - The Late Pour Comedy Series at Concannon Vineyard Starring Al Madrigal →
Concannon Vineyard, 4590 Tesla Rd, Livermore
7:30 pm - Food & Wine Festival at Wente Family Vineyards →
Wente Family Vineyards Tasting Lounge, 5050 Arroyo Rd, Livermore
4:00 pm
Thursday September 17
Friday September 18
Saturday September 19
Tuesday September 22
Friday September 25
Saturday September 26
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Other local events
- Good News Club - Montevideo Elementary School →
Montevideo Elementary School (13000 Broadmoor Dr, San Ramon, CA 94583)
1:00 pm - Taste of City Center →
City Center Bishop Ranch, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon
11:00 am - Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring Alternatives to College →
Don Tatzin Community Hall, 3491 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
5:00 pm - Harvest Festival and Craft Fair at Charles R Vineyards →
Charles R Vineyards, 5800 Greenville Rd, Livermore
12:00 pm - Faithfully Live: A Journey Tribute →
Blackhawk Plaza
6:00 pm - September Sips at City Center Bishop Ranch →
City Center Bishop Ranch, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon
2:00 pm - Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening at SafeSplash Swim School - San Ramon →
11000 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon
5:00 pm - Twilight Tasting Fundraiser Event →
Page Mill Winery, 1960 S Livermore Ave, Livermore
4:00 pm
Wednesday September 16
Friday September 18
Thursday September 24
Saturday September 26
Sunday September 27
Tuesday September 29
Thursday October 1
📣 San Ramon Shout Outs!
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Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making San Ramon PatchAM possible:
- San Ramon FC
- Jazzercise Danville San Ramon Fitness Center — (925) 899-4596
- Car-Diology Driving School — 9252703400
- SHiNE Dance Fitness San Ramon — (925) 890-4871
- TEDx CaminoRamon St Conference — (925) 989-4904
- The Dorris-Eaton School — (925) 930-9000
- Jazzercise Dublin CA — (650) 400-6019
- Alameda County Industries — (925) 380-9480
- SafeSplash Swim School — (925) 307-8382
- Shepherd's Gate New Life Thrift Store — (925) 606-1924
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Since adopting my 65 lb fur baby, Ivy, it has been a challenge finding a dog sitter who meets my criteria.
Over the last few years, she has experienced injuries, dehydration, and a lack of potty opportunities at supposedly reputable places. Meeting Darci… (Nextdoor Twin Creeks South) - When I'm out of town, Darci is my go-to for pet care.
My dog Fin may be small, but he has a big personality, and she handles him with ease. He's always happy to see her. I also appreciate that she's… (Nextdoor Neil Armstrong)
- Belmont Village San Ramon posted a job opening for Activity Leader in San Ramon. Apply here.
- Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Pharmacy Technician Non-Certified in Danville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near San Ramon here.
🗞 Nearby News
Danville
- WATCH: Injured, Stranded Hiker Rescued From Mt. Diablo (patch.com)
Pleasanton
- Tri-Valley Giving Campaign Gets A Dolly Parton Twist (patch.com)
Livermore
- 30+ Officers To Target Traffic Violations In Livermore Wednesday (patch.com)
Ok San Ramon! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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