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🌱 Patch AM: Why Saratoga’s college track is being torn up and what’s next
Also check out Unite. Lead. Fight. Featuring Ron Dermer, former Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs. on the Saratoga Patch calendar
Hello Saratoga! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why Saratoga's college track is being torn up and what's next
- ZZ Top's Saratoga show hinted at drummer Frank Beard's declining health
Also on today's calendar: Unite. Lead. Fight. Featuring Ron Dermer, former Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs. and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 85 and low of 58 degrees.
- Friday: Clouds giving way to sun, temps: high: 84, low: 57.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 85 and low of 56 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• West Valley College track replacement sparks Aug. 15 protest (mercurynews.com) — West Valley College in Saratoga is moving ahead with replacing its historic running track to make room for a new wellness center, drawing protests from about 50 community members concerned about cost, transparency, and accessibility. At the same time, the city of Saratoga is recruiting residents for open seats on four key commissions that help shape local laws and community amenities. 
• ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77 (ground.news) — ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard has died at 77 after recent serious health issues that had already affected the band's tour. His condition kept him from performing at the group's Saratoga show on August 8, where another drummer filled in.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Saratoga
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Santa Clara University 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053 - Session 3 - last day to drop classes with a W
Santa Clara University 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053 - Financial Clearance deadline
Santa Clara University 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053 - Law - Last day to drop for 100% tuition refund
Santa Clara University 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053 - Payment Deadline for Fall 2026
Santa Clara University 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053 - BCBR Cohort 17 | In-Session
Santa Clara University 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053
8:00 am - Accessible Word Documents 101: Using the Check Accessibility Tool
Santa Clara University Virtual over Zoom
10:00 am - Google Forms Essentials
Santa Clara University Learning Commons, Lab 206
10:30 am - Unite. Lead. Fight. Featuring Ron Dermer, former Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs. →
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Friday August 21
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- BCBR Cohort 17 | In-Session
Santa Clara University 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053
8:00 am - Virtual Information Session: STEM MS Programs
Santa Clara University Online
8:30 am - Virtual Information Session & Student Panel: MBA Programs
Santa Clara University Online
8:30 am - Making Your Camino Course Accessible (Virtual)
Santa Clara University Remote via Zoom
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Thursday August 20
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Los Gatos
- WAYMO moves autonomous taxis into Los Gatos (losgatan.com)
Ok Saratoga! 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: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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