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Holiday Ice Rinks | Help Stuff 400 Backpacks: Saturday Smiles
'America's Grandest Estate' for sale on the peninsula; Bay Area product among 'Oprah's Favorite Things 2021' and more nice NorCal news.
As we wrap another week, it's time to take a look back at the nice Northern California news you may have missed. Now is also the time to sign up for the upcoming turkey trots and plan a trip to one of the local holiday ice rinks. While you are here, take a look at the Bay Area business featured among "Oprah's Favorite Things" for 2021.
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- A San Ramon Valley nonprofit seeks help to stuff 400 backpacks for children with a rare autoimmune disease in 2021. Find out how to help.
Livermore's Own Miss Rodeo California Heads To U.S. Competition
- Morgan Laughlin, 22, hails from a six-generation rodeo family and will vie this fall for the title of Miss Rodeo America.
'America's Grandest Estate' Listed For Sale In Woodside For $135M
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- Green Gables Estate has seven homes and 34 bedrooms on 74 acres and features breathtaking views of California's Pacific Coast range.
Sonoma Lavender Co. Product Among 'Oprah's Favorite Things 2021'
- Oprah describes Sonoma Lavender Co.'s Scented Stuffed Animals as a "soothing snuggle buddy that’s great for the young and not-so-young."
Pleasanton Scores Visit From Shaq At Medea Medical Grand Opening
- Pleasanton officials were on hand to greet "Superman" himself at Medea Medical's grand opening event in downtown Pleasanton.
San Mateo On Ice Returns This Month, Featuring Several Free Days
- The rink at San Mateo’s Central Park will be open Nov. 13 through Jan. 9 and features 11,000 square feet of real ice.
- San Francisco's Safeway Holiday Ice-Skating Rink soon to mark grand opening with ceremony & flurry of seasonal events.
Holiday Ice Rink Coming Soon To San Ramon
- Visit the grand opening event next month. Some proceeds go to equipping kids from low-income families with books.
Thanksgiving Turkey Trots 2021: Guide To The Best In SF Bay Area
- Turkey day walks & runs - now holiday traditions for many families - are back. Find one nearby & feel better about those second helpings!
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