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AAUW Danville Alamo Walnut Creek&nbsp;Garden Tour May 10 &amp; 11 2024
Friday, May 10 &amp; Saturday, May 11 &nbsp; 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 
Tickets $40 per person before May 1, $45 thereafter&nbsp;
Proceeds provide college scholarships for local women, &nbsp;STEM camperships for middle school girls, and &nbsp;educational programs in our community
For more information and to purchase tickets, &nbsp;visit our branch webpage. <a href="https://daw-ca.aauw.net/2024-garden-tour" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://daw-ca.aauw.net/2024-g...</a>

Local Event: AAUW DAW Garden Tour May 10 & 11 2024

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AAUW DAW Garden Tour May 10 & 11 2024

Friday May 10, 2024: AAUW Danville Alamo Walnut Creek&nbsp;Garden Tour May 10 &amp; 11 2024
Friday, May 10 &amp; Saturday, May 11...

**SAVE 10% on your registration by using the promo code PATCH10
All levels of walkers, joggers and runners welcome!! The new venue highlights running along the Mare Island waterfront and the historic shipyard. The 5K and 10K are entirely on the road. The Half Marathon includes several miles of groomed dirt trails. The 10K and the Half both have one climb that takes you up to the top of the Mare Island Preserve. Mermaids and Mermen&nbsp;receive a stylish race shirt, finisher medal, necklace and post race food.&nbsp;

Local Event: Mermaid Run Mare Island

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Mermaid Run Mare Island

Saturday May 11, 2024: **SAVE 10% on your registration by using the promo code PATCH10
All levels of walkers, joggers and runners welcome!!...

Salvio Pacheco Square, 2151 Salvio Street, Concord, CA

Concord Art Association's Spring Pop-up features cards, pottery, jewelry, fused glass, prints, paintings, and more beautiful work created by local artists. Talented CAA members will be selling items that are perfect for Mother's Day or any day! The Pop-up runs from 11am to 4pm. After shopping step into Visit Concord to view CAA's show "No Brushes!" and enjoy a glass of wine and chocolate treats from Rachel Dunn. The reception is from 1pm to 3pm.&nbsp;

Local Event: Concord Art Association Spring Pop-up Sale of Art & Crafts

Concord

Concord Art Association Spring Pop-up Sale of...

Saturday May 11, 2024: Concord Art Association's Spring Pop-up features cards, pottery, jewelry, fused glass, prints, paintings, and more...

Concord Art Association Spring Pop-up Sale of Art & Crafts

St Andrew's Presbyterian Church

Local artists will display and sell their works at a Fine Art Reception on Sat. May 11th, 10:00-3:00, at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 1601 Mary Drive, in Pleasant Hill. You are invited to meet members of Las Juntas ~ East Bay Artists Guild, see the array of work in a variety of media, and enjoy refreshments!
Tell your friends and family!

Local Event: Fine Art Reception - East Bay Artists

Pleasant Hill

Fine Art Reception - East Bay Artists

Saturday May 11, 2024: Local artists will display and sell their works at a Fine Art Reception on Sat. May 11th, 10:00-3:00, at St. Andrew's...

<h2>Aloha Family Luau 2024 Friday, May 17, 2024 5:00-7:00 pm Pleasant Hill Senior Center </h2>
Gather your keiki (little children, 1-10 yrs) for a family night of island fun! Enjoy a live interactive performance from&nbsp;Nā Mamo No`eau,&nbsp; professional hula dancers. Dance the hula and take home an aloha craft. Kid-friendly dinner and dessert included. Get into the aloha spirit by wearing your favorite beach attire and flip-flops.ALOOOOHA! Admission: $16/$14 (Dist. Res.) per person All who attend must register. Pre-registration required by 5/10/24 <a href="https://secure.rec1.com/CA/pleasant_hill_rec/catalog/index?filter=c2VhcmNoPWx1YXUmcmVudGFsJTVCZnJvbSU1RD0mcmVudGFsJTVCdG8lNUQ9JjRkZDQ3MTU1NTQ1NThiYjcyOWFlZTdiYzdiM2Y2MDc3PWM5NmViYWMzNmYxNWYzOTc3NTgwZDMwYTg4MzI3ZjM1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE</a>

Local Event: PH Rec & Park Aloha Family Luau 

PH Rec & Park Aloha Family Luau 

Friday May 17, 2024: Aloha Family Luau 2024Friday, May 17, 20245:00-7:00 pmPleasant Hill Senior Center 
Gather your keiki (little...

Lesher Center for the Arts

(Please note that this concert, being held on a school night, will run about 75 minutes, with no intermission.)&nbsp;The Diablo Symphony brings New York City to the Lesher Center for the Arts on May 19 at 7:30 p.m., with Leonard Bernstein’s “Symphonic Dances from West Side Story” and the first three movements (“I’m Late, I’m Late,” “Her,” and “Pan”) of Eddie Sauter's Focus Suite for strings, percussion, and solo tenor saxophone, featuring the DSO’s own Greg Brown. Described as a "meeting point between jazz and classical music,” the seven-movement suite was composed in 1961 for saxophonist Stan Getz about 15 years after Sauter and Getz met when working in Benny Goodman’s band. Like all the other movements in the suite, each of the three movements being performed has its own unique fairytale-like theme. “I’m Late, I’m Late” was inspired by both Béla Bartók’s Music for Strings, Percussion and Celesta and the White Rabbit’s song of the same name in Disney’s 1955 movie Alice in Wonderland. The lush second movement, “Her,” was dedicated to the memory of Getz’s mother, and the third movement, “Pan,” evokes images from Greek mythology. Brown, chairman of the music department at Walnut Creek’s Northgate High School before retiring in 2021, received the Paul A. Shaghoian Jazz Educator Award from the California Music Educators Association in 2019. Additionally, the school’s jazz band won first place in the high school big band division at the Next Generation Jazz Festival, sponsored by the Monterey Jazz Festival, for five consecutive years during Brown’s tenure and performed at the Monterey Jazz Festival six times between 2014 and 2019. 
Also featured on the program is “Hymn for Everyone” by New York City native Jessie Montgomery. Composed in the spring of 2021, this meditation for orchestra explores various washes of color and timbre while a hymnlike melody—which came suddenly to the composer following a long mountain hike in New Jersey—traverses through different orchestral “choirs” accompanied by other instruments in the ensemble. 
 Tickets are available at the Lesher Center for the Arts box office (925-943-7469; 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek) or online through the DSO’s website at <a href="https://www.diablosymphony.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.diablosymphony.org</a>. Discounts for youth and groups of 10+ seniors are available; children 12 and under are admitted free of charge to all concerts, although each needs a ticket in order to have a seat. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Local Event: Diablo  Symphony Brings New York City to Walnut Creek in its Jazz Inspired Concert “West Side Story”

Walnut Creek

Diablo  Symphony Brings New York City to Walnut...

Sunday May 19, 2024: (Please note that this concert, being held on a school night, will run about 75 minutes, with no...

Diablo  Symphony Brings New York City to Walnut Creek in its Jazz Inspired Concert “West Side Story”

As a Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteer, you can profoundly impact the life of a child in foster care who has experienced abuse or neglect. Children with a CASA volunteer are more likely to succeed in school, adapt to change, and are half as likely to re-enter the foster care system later.
Join our Zoom Informational Session to learn about the process of advocating for a child in foster care and the commitment and responsibilities required to be a CASA volunteer. No special education, experience, or background is needed. Training spots are filling up fast. <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMod-murTMpG9VGSvpepA3O2pwno-YY8fBj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up now</a> and make a positive difference in a child's life!

Local Event: Make a Lasting Impact: Volunteer with Children in Foster Care

Make a Lasting Impact: Volunteer with Children...

Tuesday May 28, 2024: As a Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteer, you can profoundly impact the life of a child in foster care...

Make a Lasting Impact: Volunteer with Children in Foster Care

<a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alameda County Fair: "That Summer Feeling"&nbsp;</a>
Friday, June 14 - Sunday, July 7, 2024<ul><li>Wednesdays – Sundays:&nbsp;12 p.m. - 11 p.m.&nbsp;</li><li>Fireworks Spectacular &amp; Drone Show:&nbsp;Fridays, June 14 &amp; 28</li><li>July 4th hours: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.</li><li>Live Horse Racing: Fridays through Sundays, plus July 4</li></ul>
Alameda County Fairgrounds,&nbsp;2005 Valley Ave.,&nbsp;Pleasanton, CA
From&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/alamedacountyfair?__cft__[0]=AZW2QAPAD2lxrGnTwl1yXfkZtsSZGx3NleDTdYGvcpbgoMh_WRj-vtANZPTlnxv_yHMHciMZEGQ2VHeVZzBp50PZ4K5bGJf2G9kFQtusn7JosALFvM7ispfJLiS_jHSAk3zeJVD1VF1lhZcLeUE9VciXlOVp6kgXQTwXTWIbAf60rSF1We0qPBQ_g_u1p87dSsY&amp;__tn__=-UC%2CP-R" role="link" tabindex="0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alameda County Fair</a>:
"The Alameda County Fair returns June 14 and runs through July 7...&nbsp;18 days of fun foods, racing, bands, shops, and tasting fests.
<a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/drone-show/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"</a><a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/drone-show/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fireworks Spectacular &amp; Drone Show</a>:&nbsp;Fridays, June 14 &amp; 28.
"Two Fridays, including opening day, enjoy a Fireworks PLUS Drone Spectacular Show. Fireworks go over the lighted Drones above the Stella Artois Grandstand two nights only!
"A fan favorite, the Drone Show returns over the Stella Artois Grandstand (except July 4). Enjoy a magical light show put on with drones! Visible all over the Fairgrounds, the best viewing is at the race track.
"There will be no fireworks or drone show on July 4, the Fair will close at 8pm on July 4 only.
<a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/carnival/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Carnival</a>:&nbsp;The summer Fair returns with a Kids’ Carnival and the Midway full of rides and games.
"Starting June 14, 2024, carnival wristbands may only be purchased on site at a Butler Kiosk in the Kids or Midway Carnival areas. Butler kiosks take both credit card and cash. All day passes and individual ticket purchase all print as wristbands now.
"Concert Series:&nbsp;Be among the first to find out about the Big O Tires Concert Series line-up.
<a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/horse-racing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Live Horse Racing</a>:&nbsp;Free with Fair Admission.&nbsp;This Summer enjoy LIVE horse racing every Friday, Saturday &amp; Sunday, plus Thursday, July 4th
<a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/animals/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Animals:</a>&nbsp;<ul><li>Small Animals: A Fair fan favorite, small animals return to the Fair, including rabbits, reptiles, birds and more. Check out Building P for these adorable critters.</li><li>Petting Zoo: Great American Entertainment Company brings animals to the 2024 Fair. Open every day of Fair until 8pm. Fun for the whole family, visit with farm animals!</li><li>Livestock:&nbsp;The annual Jr. Livestock Auction is July 7. Come a week before to say hi to the animals as well as watch the FFA and 4H children show at the auction. </li></ul>
"Special Events:<ul><li>Horse Racing – Friday-Sunday &amp; Thursday, July 4 – visit <a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/horse-racing/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a> </li><li>Nightly Movies at 6pm – for details – visit <a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/movies-on-the-lawn/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a></li><li>Big O Tires Concert Series at 8pm – visit <a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/concerts/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a></li><li>Fireworks or Drone Show (no show on July 4) – visit <a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/drone-show/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a></li><li>Fair Festivals – visit <a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/entertainment/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a></li><li>Wine &amp; Brew Fests – visit <a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/tasting-fests/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a></li><li>$3 Fair Food Bite Thursdays &amp; Food Finder – visit <a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/3-fair-bites/?preview_id=1564&amp;preview_nonce=03d4b3c510&amp;_thumbnail_id=1566&amp;preview=true" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a></li><li>Shopping Finder – visit <a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/shopper-guide/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a></li></ul>
<a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MORE INFO &amp; TICKET LINKS HERE</a>
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Local Event: Alameda County Fair 2024: Pleasanton

Pleasanton

Alameda County Fair 2024: Pleasanton

Saturday June 15, 2024: Alameda County Fair: "That Summer Feeling"&nbsp;
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Crescent Drive Plaza

<a href="https://shopdowntownpleasanthill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Downtown Pleasant Hill</a> is celebrating the onset of summer by announcing its <a href="https://shopdowntownpleasanthill.com/events/downtown-pleasant-hill-summer-concert-series-d67aecb2-c3fe-4e5d-84a6-a264504576b6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Annual Summer Concert Series</a>, which is a highly anticipated tradition that brings the community together to enjoy a variety of live musical performances in a festive, outdoor setting. 
Held in the heart of Pleasant Hill at Crescent Drive Plaza in front of Jack’s Restaurant &amp; Bar, this free concert series offers a fantastic opportunity for both locals and visitors to revel in the delightful ambiance of summer evenings filled with music.
Running from June to September, the concert series features an eclectic lineup of bands that showcase a range of music genres, including R&amp;B, soul, rock, and more. Each concert takes place on Thursday evenings, from 6:30-9:00pm, making it a perfect mid-week break to relax, unwind, and dance the night away. 
2024 Line Up
Thursdays from 7:00-9:00pm
June 20th ~ East Bay Mudd (Classic Soul + R&amp;B)
July 18th ~ The Cheeseballs (Funk, Soul + R&amp;B)
August 15th ~ Andre Thierry (Accordian Soul)
September 19th ~ Foreverland (Michael Jackson Tribute Band)
In addition to the musical entertainment, the concert series also supports a festive atmosphere with a variety of dining and shopping options nearby. Local eateries and shops around Crescent Drive remain open during concert times, allowing attendees to grab a bite to eat or enjoy some shopping before or after the show.
“The Downtown Pleasant Hill Summer Concert Series not only promotes community engagement but also boosts local business, creating a vibrant cultural and economic environment,” comments Brandi Hardy, Marketing Director for Downtown Pleasant Hill. She continues, “With its family-friendly appeal, the concerts are perfect for all ages, offering a delightful summer tradition that exemplifies the charm and spirit of Pleasant Hill.”

Local Event: Downtown Pleasant Hill Announces FREE 2024 Summer Concert Series

Downtown Pleasant Hill Announces FREE 2024...

Thursday June 20, 2024: Downtown Pleasant Hill is celebrating the onset of summer by announcing its Annual Summer Concert Series, which is a...

Downtown Pleasant Hill Announces FREE 2024 Summer Concert Series

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Friday, May 10

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Saturday, May 11

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Mermaid Run Mare Island

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Sunday, May 19

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