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UPDATE: Motorcyclist Injured in Crash Released...

Motorcyclist taken to Eden Hospital after a collision with a vehicle at the intersection of Crow Canyon Road and Castro Valley Boulevard.

UPDATE: Motorcyclist Injured in Crash Released From Hospital

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Angela J. Bass

Fernando Haro

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Angela J. Bass is the former local editor of Castro Valley Patch.

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Angela Woodall

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Hayward Executive Airport, 20301 Skywest Dr, Hayward, CA, 94541

WHO:&nbsp;Entrepreneur/Award-winning author, Cal alumna Graciela Tiscareño-Sato, the first Latina aviator in the U.S. Air Force to be awarded an Air Medal for combat air operations (over Iraq). Known as Captain Mama / Capitán Mamá in national airshow and school assembly circles, Graciela is a bilingual living-history STEM engagement performer who shares her unusual daughter-of-Mexican-immigrants-to-military-aviator journey through UC Berkeley and resources for HOW students can launch their own aviation careers too. See this<a href="https://www.wearegreenbay.com/hometown-heroes/hometown-hero-the-daughter-of-immigrants-graciela-tiscareno-sato-finds-her-own-path-to-american-dream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Hometown Hero story for Graciela</a>’s origin story.WHERE:&nbsp;The Captain Mama space will be next to the Women in Aviation International booth by the airplanes, near the tower. Look for flight suits hanging from the canopy and kids dressing up as future aviators. WAI- San Francisco chapter President Ana Uribe is available for interviews too.

WHAT:&nbsp;See this<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vAUts5m_DD5iNOzYfjbWQjME8qNkVPRT/view?usp=drive_link" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> TV feature </a>from Sacramento to get an idea of the colorful, kid-centered, action-filled story local journalists can capture this weekend at the downtown festival and at the airport. The Captain Mama booth will be a bilingual author Meet-and-Greet activity. Captain Mama offers kids and teens a chance to dress up in her flight suits, answers questions about scholarships, college, military aviation service, and more. The author will be signing books and engaging with the public… bilingually.&nbsp;WHY:&nbsp;Because military service has always been a huge part of Hispanic heritage (and Hispanic Heritage Month is THIS&nbsp;month and next), Captain Mama’s story represents that educated women bravely and competently also serve this nation in difficult, technical and exciting careers during peacetime and wartime.&nbsp;
Parents: Stop by to capture the colorful action of your children wearing real flights worn by an aviation veteran, watch your kids get inspired to fly and take photos with a local award-winning bilingual author.
Educators: Come meet Hayward’s own bilingual Latina military aviation veteran who’s created an award-winning small business to uplift communities in two languages and help millions more Americans to fall in love with aviation and military service:<a href="https://shop.gracefullyglobal.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> (Gracefully Global Group)</a> – Tagline: “We’re in the business of inspiración” - creators of the first-ever, 11-time award-winning, bilingual children’s aviation book trilogy in which Mama is flying the airplane. See the bilingual Captain Mama trilogy here: <a href="https://www.captainmama.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.CaptainMama.com/</a>
Graciela is actively booking Hispanic Heritage Month school assemblies, creative-writing workshops all year, and Veterans Day assemblies in November. MEDIA assets: High-resolution images are here: <a href="https://www.captainmama.com/media/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.captainmama.com/media/</a>
Author bio is at: <a href="https://www.captainmama.com/meet-the-creators/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.captainmama.com/meet-the-creators/</a>
To schedule an interview at the event, or to inquire about scheduling a school assembly, contact Graciela at (510) 542-9449.
Graciela can also be reached on these social networks:
IG: @captainmamacapitanmama&nbsp;
FB: <a href="https://facebook.com/CaptainMama" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/CaptainMama</a>

Many community organizations will be exhibiting. ​Experience an exciting day of aviation and community fun featuring static aircraft displays, food, and classic cars. Visitors can also get an up-close look at police and fire equipment, along with other family-friendly activities.

Local Event: Hayward’s Air Force aviation veteran Captain Mama Will Inspire at Airport Open House

Hayward’s Air Force aviation veteran Captain...

WHO: Entrepreneur/Award-winning author, Cal alumna Graciela Tiscareño-Sato, the first Latina aviator in the U.S. Air Force to...

Hayward’s Air Force aviation veteran Captain Mama Will Inspire at Airport Open House

Dublin Community Center

Experience Jazzercise with FREE open house classes this fall! September 10 -14. Drop in or book a class online using promo code CLASSWITHFRIENDS - then take advantage of this special offer to get two months of high-energy cardio and strength for just $99. No commitment.

Local Event: Jazzercise Dublin Free Fall Open House Classes Sept 10 - 14

Jazzercise Dublin Free Fall Open House Classes...

Experience Jazzercise with FREE open house classes this fall! September 10 -14. Drop in or book a class online using promo code...

Jazzercise Dublin Free Fall Open House Classes Sept 10 - 14

The Douglas Morrisson Theatre

The Douglas Morrison Theatre in partnership with SPARC presents The Glass MenagerieStep into a world of fragile dreams and haunting memories with The Glass Menagerie, Tennessee Williams’ beloved masterpiece. Set in 1930s St. Louis, this poignant “memory play” follows aspiring poet Tom Wingfield as he recalls his troubled family: a faded Southern belle mother, a painfully shy sister, and the heartbreak that shapes their lives. Rich with poetic language, emotional depth, and timeless themes of hope, regret, and escape, this SPARC production brings a classic American drama to life at Hayward’s Douglas Morrisson Theatre.Please join us for a pre-show talk at all shows and gain insight into the playwright, the play, and the staging. 
For evening shows on September 18 &amp; 19, the pre-show talk will begin at 7:00 pm. 
For the matinee on September 20, the pre-show talk will begin at 1:30 pm.
Discounts available for Seniors, Students, Educators, and Veterans.

Local Event: The Glass Menagerie

Hayward

The Glass Menagerie

The Douglas Morrison Theatre in partnership with SPARC presents The Glass MenagerieStep into a world of fragile dreams and...

Meek Park

Join us for a FREE, family-friendly celebration of agriculture in our community!&nbsp;Discover the past, present, and future of farming through hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, local farm animals, and fun lessons about plant growth and the journey from farm to table.Bring the whole family and dig into a day of learning and fun!

Local Event: Agricultural Day (Ag Day!)

Agricultural Day (Ag Day!)

Join us for a FREE, family-friendly celebration of agriculture in our community! Discover the past, present, and future of...

San Ramon Citycenter

Celebrate with family, friends, and the Bay Area community at East Bay Ka Raja: Bay Area’s Grand Ganesh Festival 2026.
🪔 FREE POOJA THALI — Special Darshan | RSVP Included | Limited Slots | <a href="https://www.namastebayarea.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">namastebayarea.com</a>Enjoy a full day of devotion, culture, music, food, shopping, and family activities as we welcome Lord Ganesha.
📍 City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon 📌2700 Camino Ramon, San Ramon CA 94583 📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026 ⏰ 12 noon–10 p.m.
🪔 1,000 Diyas Sahasra Aarti | 🌸 100,000 Flowers Pushpa Aarti | 🥁 Grand Dhol Tasha &amp; Visarjan | 🎭 Cultural Programs | 🍴 Food &amp; Shopping | 🎨 Kids Activities | 🙏 FREE Prashad
🎟️ FREE ENTRY – RSVP REQUIRED&nbsp; | <a href="https://namastebayarea.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.namastebayarea.com</a>&nbsp; 🚗 FREE PARKING
Bring your family and neighbors and join us in welcoming Bappa! #GanpatiBappaMorya #BayAreasGrandGaneshFestival #SanRamon #EastbayKaRaja

Local Event: BayArea's Grand Ganesh Festival 2026 - Ganpati Bappa Morya! Join East Bay Ka Raja in San Ramon

BayArea's Grand Ganesh Festival 2026 - Ganpati...

Celebrate  with family, friends, and the Bay Area community at East Bay Ka Raja: Bay Area’s Grand Ganesh Festival 2026.
🪔 FREE...

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