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Planners in love: [<3] language for your major project


Sweet sayings to help you bridge the gap between work and home this Valentines Day!

Reimagining Saratoga Avenue


Fall 2024 SJSU students contribute to San Jose’s Saratoga Avenue Urban Village planning process

2025 Northern Awards Call for applications - Deadline extended


APA California — Northern 2025 Awards Program extends application deadline to March 15, 2025

Call for Sessions: 2025 APA California Chapter Conference


APA California 2025 Conference call for sessions is open through March 10, 2025

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Upcoming Events

Happy Hour in Santa Rosa


Wednesday, February 19 | 5:00-7:00 PM


Join us at Beer Baron Bar & Kitchen in downtown Santa Rosa for networking and conversation, and unwind with good company. Seeing you there!


San Francisco's Economic Outlook: A Discussion with Local Experts


February 19, 2025 | 8:30-10:00 AM | SPUR San Francisco Free


San Francisco's economic challenges are hitting downtown and nearby neighborhoods hard. Ted Egan, San Francisco's Chief Economist, and JLL's Alexander Quinn talk about these trends and possible solutions.


What It Will Take to Fix Oakland's Budget Deficit


February 20, 2025 | 5:30-7:00 PM | SPUR Oakland Free


Oakland's has a $129 million budget shortfall and another $280 million expected over the next two years. Known for its creativity and resilience, the city is working to aim for fiscal sustainability.

Read our current Northern News, Issue 01(Jan-Mar 2025)!

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