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6 days ago | 
petaluma360.com | Harlan Osborne
Petaluma’s Elim Lutheran Church, established in 1925, has been celebrating its storied 100-year history and observing its centennial since last September. The festivities will culminate with an eye toward the future and the dedication and placement of a fireproof time capsule, which will be opened in 2125. “In honor of our 100-year existence, we decided to create a new time capsule,” Church Historian Mary Wyrick said.
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2 weeks ago | 
petaluma360.com | Harlan Osborne
For many shoppers, bargain hunting offers one of the most fulfilling pleasures – the art of searching for and purchasing goods from places that offer second-hand clothing, used or vintage merchandise and other household goods at reduced prices. It has an allure of its own. Fortunately, Petaluma is home to enough thrift shops and antique dealers to satisfy even the most dedicated treasure seekers.
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1 month ago | 
pressdemocrat.com | Harlan Osborne
Volunteers at the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum have always been a mix of long-time residents and later arrivals interested in our storied history, and with a desire to contribute to our community. Many early volunteers have passed on, but the museum continues to thrive through the efforts of newer volunteers serving as desk docents, artistic advisors, exhibit helpers and more.
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1 month ago | 
petaluma360.com | Harlan Osborne
Volunteers at the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum have always been a mix of long-time residents and later arrivals interested in our storied history, and with a desire to contribute to our community. Many early volunteers have passed on, but the museum continues to thrive through the efforts of newer volunteers serving as desk docents, artistic advisors, exhibit helpers and more.
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1 month ago | 
pressdemocrat.com | Harlan Osborne
Growing up in bucolic northern Napa County, Lee Pierce focused on the many challenges and opportunities available to him. A person with less motivation and lacking his fortitude to succeed might have found life difficult, but Pierce – a self-described determined achiever – knew there was something greater out there, so he coupled his charismatic personality together with his positive attitude to distinguish himself.
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1 month ago | 
petaluma360.com | Harlan Osborne
Growing up in bucolic northern Napa County, Lee Pierce focused on the many challenges and opportunities available to him. A person with less motivation and lacking his fortitude to succeed might have found life difficult, but Pierce – a self-described determined achiever – knew there was something greater out there, so he coupled his charismatic personality together with his positive attitude to distinguish himself.
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2 months ago | 
pressdemocrat.com | Harlan Osborne
Petaluma has always been a place of steady growth and change, adapting to modern improvements while simultaneously preserving our rich cultural heritage. Everywhere we look we’re reminded of our storied history and the pride it gives its residents, regardless of how long they’ve lived here. George Baur’s family came here more than 100 years ago. During his lifetime he’s seen countless changes. Many have been absorbed into the fabric of the city and gently faded into the past.
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2 months ago | 
petaluma360.com | Harlan Osborne
Petaluma has always been a place of steady growth and change, adapting to modern improvements while simultaneously preserving our rich cultural heritage. Everywhere we look we’re reminded of our storied history and the pride it gives its residents, regardless of how long they’ve lived here. George Baur’s family came here more than 100 years ago. During his lifetime he’s seen countless changes. Many have been absorbed into the fabric of the city and gently faded into the past.
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2 months ago | 
petaluma360.com | Harlan Osborne
For centuries one of the best gifts for many little girls has been a doll. The enjoyment of possessing one, it’s said, can spark the imagination and enhance emotional development. Colleen Richardson remembers her childhood dolls better than most. She still owns the doll she had when she was 7 and in nearly every photograph of her as a young girl she’s holding a baby doll. But it’s not just that one doll and the photographs that remind Richardson of her childhood.
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Feb 14, 2025 | 
petaluma360.com | Harlan Osborne
Paul Nicholson’s eyes light up when he talks about dinosaurs. In particular, the reptilian pterosaur, which inhabited planet Earth more than 66 million years ago and are known as the first vertebrates to have evolved powered flight. Many of us remember them from the movie “Jurassic Park.”With a wingspan that ranged from 10 inches to more than 36 feet, pterosaurs were defined by their elaborate crests and might have flaunted colorful plumage long before the reign of dinosaurs.
