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Message from the Publisher
I have plenty of news this month—from Splashpad News contributor changes to a community victory on Lakeshore, to the need to vote on Prop 50, and what to do about ICE in the Bay Area.
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Grand Avenue’s Future — What Do You Think?
If the City won’t release a survey, Arielle will. Here’s your chance to share your thoughts on how you believe Grand Avenue should be redesigned.
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Grand Updates — November 2025
In Ken’s last Grand Update (for a while?), you can see all the cool events shops are hosting and read his thoughts on improving Grand Avenue so that it works for everybody.
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“Carving Season” with Austin of The Sharp Brothers
Whether slicing squash or carving turkey, a sharp blade makes all the difference. Grand Lake neighbor Austin Freese has been sharpening knives for fun and profit since he was a teenager. Find out more about Austin and learn how to keep your knives ready for work.
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Around the Farmers’ Market—November 2025
Farewell to the market manager, welcome to the new market maps, and note that the Christmas Tree Lot will return this month. Also, meet sellers of granola, peppers, stone fruit, and Moroccan delicacies, and do crafts with the Junior Arts and Science Center.
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Homecoming: How Impact Justice Is Redefining Criminal Justice Reform
Impact Justice, a national organization located right here, is finding and implementing innovative solutions to benefit those currently in prison or coming out to a new life. And you can help!
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Trading spaces, Saying Farewell, and Celebrating Community on Lakeshore
See which businesses are moving, closing, and expanding, and find out what the Lakeshore Ave. Business Improvement District is up to—from the Halloween event to keeping the Avenue clean and green.
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Major Rose Bush Theft at Morcom Rose Garden
Read about a terrible act of vandalism and the damage it has caused at the Morcom Rose Garden.
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Calendar of Interesting events — November 2025
Science, art, history, documentaries, food, comics, gardening, politics… plays, movies, lectures… in-person and online. There’s much to choose from throughout the month. Enjoy!
