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Interviews With Veterans: What Memorial Day Means From A Hero’s Perspective

How do you celebrate Memorial Day, and what does this federal holiday mean to you and your family? Read what some of our...

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Where To Experience National Monuments This Memorial Day

Visiting monuments this Memorial Day is a refreshing way of fostering a child's education outside of the classroom, paying...

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Best Grilling Gadgets For Your Summer Cookouts

Everyone longs for summer, barbecues, and cookouts. Whatever your specialty, there are grilling gadgets galore to make the job...

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Composting 101: How To Avoid Gnats & Rats

Despite its green reputation, is composting more costly than it’s worth?

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New Beach Reads for Summer

There’s nothing better than relaxing at the beach or by the pool with a good book in your hand. This summer kick back with one of these new release by our favorite authors from Simon & Schuster.

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Tips for Preparing Your Vegetable Garden This Summer

Are you considering growing your own vegetables to save money and eat healthier? Growing a garden takes some advanced planning, as well as a great deal of time, patience and effort. Utilize these 10 helpful tips to prepare your garden and make it flourish.

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Memorial Day Celebrations In The East Bay

Wherever you are in the East Bay, you will find a commemoration near you to join.

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Best Exhibits To Visit This Summer In The North Bay

Venture beyond San Francisco and the East Bay to find exciting art venues to the North.

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5 Outdoor Concerts To Look Forward To This Summer In The Bay Area

The San Francisco Bay Area will offer a season’s worth of free and low-cost music, song, dance and other performances this summer, with something for everyone. Don’t miss these 5 fabulous outdoor music events!

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Kids’ Summer Art Activities And Camps Around The Bay

Summertime art activites are definite kid pleasers. Kids enjoy making art and getting their hands dirty to show their creative side while meeting new friends.

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Ask A Farmer: San Francisco Summer Produce Guide

Ryan Casey is the owner of Blue House Organic Farm, a 30-acre, certified organic farm in Pescadero. Here are five tips he has to offer for people who want to shop for local produce this year.

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Getaway Guide: One-Tank Trip To Gilroy

Gilroy has never worried about its garlic breath. This Santa Clara County town is the self-proclaimed garlic capital of the world and proud of it. Everyone’s invited to the Gilroy Garlic Festival each July, but live theater productions, an awesome mall and Gilroy Gardens theme park promise a perfect visit any time of the year.