July 1, 2026
by Cynthia Bardouka-Large
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Palomacy’s founder and retired Director, Elizabeth Young, pulled out all the stops and brought so many people together for a celebration of 19 years of pigeon diplomacy! Old friends, new friends, art, music, birds, and love filled the room as … Continue reading
June 30, 2026
by Heather Hohlowski
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Mark your calendar! GlobalGiving’s 2026 July 15 Bonus Day is just around the corner. July Bonus Day is a 24-hour crowdfunding campaign designed to celebrate high-dollar donors ($100 or more). Eligible donations between $100 and $1,500 will receive a portion … Continue reading
June 30, 2026
by Cynthia Bardouka-Large
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We sat in the front of the room with Emma Coleman, the marvelously talented librarian at Berkeley’s central location. On our knees sat three pigeons: Peck, Pickles, and Mardi Gras. One small, one medium, one party-sized! We looked out … Continue reading
June 11, 2026
by Nicole Borman
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By Nicole Borman — the Hearst Journalism Foundation Dennys Balestra asks guests to take their shoes off before walking into her apartment. Most would expect to step into a sterile environment, with a shine on every service. Immediately, they are … Continue reading
June 9, 2026
by Heather Hohlowski
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Palomacy’s Co-Director recently sent a letter to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, urging them to outlaw the sale of retail animals in San Francisco. Dear San Francisco Board of Supervisors, My name is Cynthia Bardouka-Large and I’m the co-director … Continue reading
April 18, 2026
by Elizabeth
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Pigeon ambition? A pigeon’s ambition is to love and be loved! Celebrate 19 years of pigeon and dove diplomacy! Humans and birds are all invited Delicious vegan food, drinks, music, raffle, birds! We gather everybirdy together — avian and human … Continue reading
December 12, 2025
by Heather Hohlowski
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A big thank you to all our amazing supporters who so generously donated to our birds’ Holiday Stocking fundraiser. We raised $1,295 for Rummy, Gideon, Cornell, Babka, Coral, Garbo, and Foxy — they, and we, are grateful. Your support … Continue reading
November 18, 2025
by Elizabeth
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Life-Saving Partnerships “May I come to visit the birds?” Thanks to three very special partners — Kibble’s ‘n Gifts in Half Moon Bay, Andy’s Pet Shop in San Jose and Ploughshares Nursery in Alameda CA — the answer is … Continue reading
September 17, 2025
by Heather Hohlowski
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We received so many amazing entries for this year’s calendar fundraiser – 127 to be exact. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped us raise close to $8,000. Please check out our Top 10 vote-getting entries, which combined to … Continue reading
August 6, 2025
by Heather Hohlowski
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Wow!!!! So many amazing images of such wonderful birds! It is truly extraordinary to be part of such a loyal community. Treat yourself to seeing everybirdy here. 2026 Palomacy Wall Calendars can be pre-ordered here and will begin shipping 12/1/25. … Continue reading