With New Arts Building, Cap Looks to Visually Inspire Students

San Bruno Patch gets a tour of the new building with art teacher Maria Sky, who spearheaded the project.

Capuchino High School recently held a grand opening for its new arts building, a $6 million project that was paid for with Measure M and grant funding as well as money from the San Mateo Union High School District. The completely redone building is both functional and visually appealing, and the school hopes it will pave the way for the next generation of great artists from San Bruno. For more news about San Bruno, follow San Bruno Patch on Twitter and "like" us on Facebook. Got Patch in your inbox? Sign up for our newsletter.

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A Second Act For Hillbarn's ‘Short-Order Shortstop’

Former Skyline College and Capuchino High baseball standout Dale Brewer's bizarre cheeseburger ritual got national press. He’s now acting on the local community theater circuit.

A greasy cheeseburger got Dale Brewer featured in Sports Illustrated. And more than a decade after one of the wackiest sports rituals you've probably ever heard of put the former local baseball standout on the national stage, it was the inspiration of his 7-year-old daughter that landed him on a physical stage. Brewer, a Co-State Player of the Year when he led Skyline College to a Coast Conference title in 1994, has found a new calling. He’s now an actor in the local community theater circuit, and part of an ensemble performing in "The Producers" at Foster City's Hillbarn Theatre. "The Producers" is in its third week with eight remaining performances including tonight’s 8 p.m. show. The finale is May 27. Brewer, 40, said he got the …

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Weekend Calendar: Islands Festival, Coastside Arts, Streets Alive!

It's the weekend of Cinco de Mayo, so many will be out celebrating the Mexican holiday. But there are other activities going on this weekend, and we thought you'd like to know.

  Saturday @ 10 a.m. in Foster City Bring the ‘ohana (family) and celebrate Polynesian Culture. In this free event, you'll learn the true meaning of the word ‘tatau’ (tattoo) and see the decorative design differences between the island groups. There will be cultural performances from award-winning professional Polynesian Dance companies including, Ehulani’s ‘Ote’a/Kaulana Na Pua O Hawaii of Hayward, Kawailehua Hula Ohana of Milpitas, Merahi o Tehani of Union City, Motu’aina of Danville, Rahiti of Daly City, Tamarii Matairea of Stockton and Te Poly Nui of Stockton. Saturday @ 10 a.m. in San Francisco Cinco de Mayo is celebrated nationwide in the United States on May 5, and in Mexico, primarily in the state of Puebla, where the holiday is …

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Families Celebrate Literacy at Day of the Child

The San Bruno Park School District hosted the annual event at City Park, where 500 books were given away and kids got to do hands-on activities organized by all of the schools in the city.

If you have photos or video from the event, feel free to share them. For more news about San Bruno, follow San Bruno Patch on Twitter and "like" us on Facebook. Got Patch in your inbox? Sign up for our newsletter.

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Karin Cunningham

12:53 pm on Monday, April 30, 2012

This was the best Dia de los Ninos event ever! I LOVE these pictures!   more ›

Ziggy Marley Shows YouTube Some 'Love'

The reggae star performed at YouTube's San Bruno headquarters to promote the new documentary about his father, Bob Marley.

Reggae star Ziggy Marley stopped by YouTube's headquarters this week to play a few songs and answer questions for the recent release of "Marley," a new biopic about Bob Marley. The documentary premiered in theaters on Friday. Ziggy, one of Bob Marley's 11 children, performed for "YouTube Presents," which features live, intimate performances captured by the video-sharing company. Check out Marley's acoustic rendition of his father's hit, "Is This Love."

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In the Brushstroke

A Painting Adventure at Skyline College

As I worked on one of my recent paintings, I realized there is a challenge in painting miles of beauty.

The colors and the expansive views from the hilltops in San Bruno are always inspiring. Sometimes the colors are softly muted and other times they appear saturated, filled with intense hues. This  painting of the westward view from Skyline College has a combination of both. Selecting what to paint in these expansive views is always a challenge. I usually select a color or subject with shapes that are interesting. This time I decided to paint EVERYTHING in my view on a very large canvas, sized 30 by 40 inches. After priming my canvas with a warm rusty-yellow color, I was ready to sketch the view. The big shapes of the ocean and distant hills filled the top fourth of the canvas. The rest seemed like a mass of greens with no distinguishing …

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Janet Arline Barker

10:34 pm on Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Jimmy, Plein air painting is a peaceful and expressive journey...a dance with brush in hand, propelled by color, and infused with fresh air and the sounds of nature. Who needs weed when beauty abounds? Not me.   more ›

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Things to Know: Tanforan to Hold Children's Activities Fair

Also, don't forget that the city has a summer internship program, Prudential San Bruno is holding a paper shredding party and SFO is expected to give an update to residents at the next City Council meeting.

Here are some important things happening around town that everyone should know about this upcoming week. Today. The first review of applications for the city's summer 2012 internship position starts today. You can apply for the opportunity on the city's website at www.sanbruno.ca.gov. For more information, call 650-616-7055. Saturday, April 21. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Prudential San Bruno will be holding its free Paper Shredding Party. Contact Larry Franzella at 650-589-1000 with questions.   Saturday, April 21. Noon-4 p.m. Join The Shops at Tanforan and Parenting on The Peninsula for the Children’s Activities Fair to learn about fun, educational and active children's programs. Meet representatives from various after-school, summer and year-round …

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City Employee a Featured Performer in Musical Starting This Week

The Bay Area Educational Theater Company will be presenting "Honk!" in Redwood City on Friday. The musical will be playing through April 29 and features performers from throughout the Peninsula and East Bay.

As the city's recreation services manager, Danielle Brewer plans all kinds of activities to keep residents active and having fun. In her spare time, she's busy staying active herself in another arena: the theater. For years, Brewer and her family have been part of the Bay Area Educational Theater Company, a nonprofit group run by volunteers that works to foster self-esteem, individuality and teamwork, especially among kids. The theater company's next performance, "Honk!" is Friday at the Cañada College Mainstage Theater in Redwood City. The musical, which is about a duckling named Ugly who is rejected by everyone but his mother, will be playing through April 29. The goal of the musical is to teach tolerance. Brewer and her family will be …

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Highlights from Rock the School Bells 5

Some clips from the hip hop conference held March 24 at Skyline College.

Did you miss Skyline College's Rock the School Bells conference last week? Or just looking to reminisce about all the scratching, pop-locking and knowledge-dropping that took place? Here's a roundup of what took place, complied from videos posted on YouTube.

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Things to Know: Easter Egg Hunts and Dance Contest

Plenty of things to look out for during the upcoming week, including two Easter egg hunts and a puppet art show. Also, check out some helpful bicycle and chamber updates.

Here are some important things happening around town that everyone should know about this upcoming week. Today. 3:30-5 p.m. The Shops at Tanforan will be holding its Easter Eggstravaganza with Radio Disney on the upper level near JCPenney. Join Radio Disney and the mall for a day of fun that includes a Golden Egg scavenger hunt, Egg Hunters mask activity and photos with the Easter Bunny. Saturday, March 31. 9-11 a.m. The city's 33rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt and all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast will take place at City Park. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for those 65 and older and those 12 and under. Kids 6 and under eat free with a paid adult. For more information, call 650-616-7180. Saturday, March 31. 2:30-4 p.m. The Shops at Tanforan …

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