– By Deb Morris Farmers are now offering tiny baby seedlings of familiar plants, called microgreens, to many dining establishments as a trendy addition to their menus. They’re even…

    By Brian Larsen   I’m often asked how I keep The Gardens’ roses blooming like crazy all throughout the summer months. Well, it’s really no secret; the answer…

by Jennifer Stojanovich Getting settled into your new home can be a transformative experience. Starting fresh in a new space is like hitting the reset button on your life, sparking…

By Will Claney Sometimes, I think, computers have a mind of their own because they don’t always obey the commands of their owners.  In a way they are like cats…

  by Carol and Randi, The Frugirls       Proms, graduations, showers and weddings, we are approaching a time of the year full of celebrations and entertaining. The cost…

by John Cooper My wife recently sent me a quote written by Paul Coelho that I liked. It read, “I refuse to walk carefully through life only to arrive safely…

Review by Jill Hedgecock Program Coordinator, Mount Diablo Branch of the California Writers Club     The Crossing (2015, Hieronymus, Inc. hardcover, $16.92, 388 pages) by Michael Connelly exemplifies Connelly’s…

By Richard Eber It was a shock for many people including myself to learn Doug Stewart of the Homeless Outreach Program announced he is quitting his work with the organization…

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                March 2016 Diablo Gazette

by the Frugirls of FrugElegance         We wanted to add some spring beauty to our table with moss covered pots but the selection out there has been…

  by Rich Eber In an era where few people can be found without an iPod or smartphone, one aspect of classic American culture that is still going strong is…