Dinner with neighbors you just haven’t met yet.
Meeting new people as an adult isn’t always easy. Lamorinda Dinner Club makes it simple by bringing together small groups of six for a relaxed evening at a local restaurant.
Whether you’re new to the area or have lived here for years, it’s a fun, low-pressure way to share a meal, enjoy real conversation, and connect with people from around Lafayette, Moraga, and Orinda.
How it works:
<ul><li>Reserve your seat in advance</li><li>We organize the dinner groups and choose a local restaurant</li><li>The restaurant is revealed the morning of the event</li><li>After dinner, we’ll head to a nearby spot for anyone who wants to keep the evening going</li></ul>
Dinner and drinks are purchased separately at the restaurant.
Space is limited to keep each dinner small and personal. Reserve your seat and come meet some neighbors you just haven’t met yet.

Local Event: Lamorinda Dinner Club - Orinda

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Lamorinda Dinner Club - Orinda

Dinner with neighbors you just haven’t met yet.
Meeting new people as an adult isn’t always easy. Lamorinda Dinner Club makes...

Lafayette Library - Contra Costa County Library

What does it mean to be a good neighbor? Watching territorial battels play out, whether between humans or wildlife, has preoccupied author, Vanessa Hua, in her writing. There is a coyote on the rampage in the hills east of Berkeley, in the fictional community of El Nido. Also human drama unfolds when a Chinese American family moves into the community and sets off a series of scandals. Urgent, riveting, and deeply heartfelt, Coyoteland is a delicious suburban drama and an unflinching exploration of our current moment.
Join the Sweet Thursday Author Series on Thursday, October 22 at 7:00 pm in the DTCH at the Lafayette Library to hear author, Vanessa Hua. Register to attend in person at tinyurl.com/sweet-Oct2026. The doors will open at 6:30 for coffee and sweets and books will be available for purchase. This program is presented by Friends of the Lafayette Library.

Local Event: Sweet Thursday Author Series

Sweet Thursday Author Series

What does it mean to be a good neighbor? Watching territorial battels play out, whether between humans or wildlife, has...

City of Martinez Senior Center

CLARINET FUSION, the Bay Area’s premiere Clarinet Choir, brings their resonating sound to an upcoming concert titled ‘This is Halloween’ at 7PM on Friday, October 23 at the Martinez Community Senior Center. Join us for a ghoulish mix of tunes that includes popular, fun!, classical, and some rock &amp; roll!
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Clarinet Fusion, a recipient of the Contra Costa County Arts Recognition Award, is based in Pleasant Hill and is in its 18th year entertaining audiences around the Bay Area and beyond. With its wonderful blend of 9 musicians playing 5 different kinds of clarinets – from the smallest high-pitched Eb clarinet at 19 inches to the largest Contrabass clarinet at 9 feet, Fusion brings its varied musical programing for the enjoyment of all. Come learn about clarinets, hear some great music, and the emcee will share some fun facts about the songs along the way. The musicians will be available to talk with you and answer questions after the concert.
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The concert is open to the public – all ages welcome!&nbsp;Doors open at 6:30pm.
Tickets are $5 per person and available at the door.
Questions? Call the Senior Center at (925) 372-3557.
More about Clarinet Fusion can be found at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.clarinetfusion.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">www.ClarinetFusion.org</a>, on the Clarinet Fusion Facebook page, or on their YouTube channel.
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We hope to see you there!

Local Event: CLARINET FUSION This is Halloween Concert 2026: Martinez

CLARINET FUSION This is Halloween Concert 2026:...

CLARINET FUSION, the Bay Area’s premiere Clarinet Choir, brings their resonating sound to an upcoming concert titled ‘This is...

CLARINET FUSION This is Halloween Concert 2026: Martinez

San Ramon Library - Contra Costa County Library

Adventures in Jazz 2026 at the San Ramon Library returns for a new season of fine jazz! &nbsp; 
The season’s second show is set for Saturday, October 24 and it features The Tammy McCann Trio!
Tammy McCann is Chicago Jazz Royalty. An international vocal star and former “Raelette“, she brings her signature sound to the stage, accompanied by Larry Dunlap on piano and Ruth Davies on bass. It will be an unforgettable, sultry night of timeless hits and jazz standards with a touch of gospel and blues.
The performance will be held in the upstairs community room at the San Ramon Library on Montgomery Street, Saturday, October 24th, starting at 7:30 pm.&nbsp; 
Purchase tickets online at SanRamonPerformingArts.com or call <a href="tel:(925)-973-3343">(925)-973-3343</a>.&nbsp;






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Local Event: Tammy McCann Trio Plays San Ramon Library

San Ramon

Tammy McCann Trio Plays San Ramon Library

Adventures in Jazz 2026 at the San Ramon Library returns for a new season of fine jazz!   
The season’s second show is set for...

Lesher Center for the Arts

The Diablo Symphony opens its 2026–2027 season, “Breathe,” on Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Celebrating the resilience of the human spirit, the program includes Jean Sibelius’s Symphony No. 2 and Sergei Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 1 with award-winning pianist Leyla Kabuli (also a PhD candidate in electrical engineering and computer sciences at UC Berkeley). In contrast, Carlos Simon’s meditative piece “Breathe” (written, in the composer's words, to encourage listeners “to simply reflect and breathe”) opens the concert. 
It's not too late to save with a five-concert subscription! Find season details and a link to the Lesher Center’s subscription page by visiting the DSO’s website at www.diablosymphony.org. Or go to the DSO's Northern Spirits page for concert and single ticket information.

Local Event: Diablo Symphony Opens Season with Sibelius Symphony and Prokofiev Piano Concerto

Walnut Creek

Diablo Symphony Opens Season with Sibelius...

The Diablo Symphony opens its 2026–2027 season, “Breathe,” on Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the...

Diablo Symphony Opens Season with Sibelius Symphony and Prokofiev Piano Concerto

Get to know your local nonprofit therapeutic riding center in Orinda while celebrating the fall season!
Our annual NEIGHborhood day invites everyone from the East Bay community to spend a Halloween-themed afternoon at our facility with festive activities, raffles, food trucks, and more –– all in support of our equine-assisted therapy programs and our mission to enrich the lives of children and adults with disabilities. There will be opportunities to learn more about our organization and see what we do through riding demonstrations and therapy horse meet and greets.Sunday, October 25, 2026 2PM - 6PM 60 Don Gabriel Way, Orinda, CA 94563
No entry fee, all ages welcome, and costumes are encouraged!

Local Event: Neighborhood Day at Xenophon Therapeutic Riding Center

Neighborhood Day at Xenophon Therapeutic Riding...

Get to know your local nonprofit therapeutic riding center in Orinda while celebrating the fall season!
Our annual NEIGHborhood...

Neighborhood Day at Xenophon Therapeutic Riding Center

LIT Studio

Because life rarely comes with a script! Through fun games and supportive exercises, Instructor Jaime Rich will help you strengthen your communication skills, creativity, and ability to think on your feet. You'll develop the growth mindset that comes from taking healthy risks, embracing mistakes, and saying "yes, and." Every class is filled with laughter while building practical skills you can use at work, in relationships, and wherever life takes you.

Local Event: LIT in Life

LIT in Life

Because life rarely comes with a script! Through fun games and supportive exercises, Instructor Jaime Rich will help you...

Chef Chao Restaurant

Take a Break. Make a Connection. Greet!
Looking for a reason to step away from your desk and connect with people in your local community? Join<a href="https://greetmag.com/locations/moraga-ca/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Greet Moraga</a> and<a href="https://greetlafayette.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Greet Lafayette</a> for a casual networking lunch at<a href="https://www.chefchaorestaurant.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Chef Chao</a> in Moraga!
This is your chance to meet local business owners and community leaders and to make new connections in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Whether you’re looking to grow your professional network, meet new neighbors or simply enjoy a great midday break, you are welcome to join us.
Wednesday, October 28 | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM <a href="https://www.chefchaorestaurant.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Chef Chao</a> | 343 Rheem Blvd. | Moraga
Bring your business cards and be ready for good conversation and new connections.
Great food. Great people. Great local connections.
We hope you’ll join us!
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2000207812411?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">RSVP </a>- Space is limited, so we encourage you to reserve your spot soon. Sign up on Eventbrite or email<a href="https://greetlamorindamktg@n2co.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> greetlamorindamktg@n2co.com</a>.

Local Event: October Greet Networking Lunch

October Greet Networking Lunch

Take a Break. Make a Connection. Greet!
Looking for a reason to step away from your desk and connect with people in your local...

LeFevre Theatre

The Moors &nbsp;by Jen Silverman, Directed by Dr. Javier Luis Hurtado
Jen Silverman's The Moors is a dark, surreal comedy that brilliantly subverts classic 19th-century Gothic literature—particularly the works of the Brontë sisters. It explores themes of loneliness, power, and visibility through a bizarre, sometimes violent, but darkly hilarious lens. Performances will be Oct. 28-Nov. 1.Running time is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
<h2>Contact</h2>
Tara Sundy Performing Arts Coordinator &amp; Events Manager <a href="mailto:tms8@stmarys-ca.edu">tms8@stmarys-ca.edu</a> (925) 631-4670

Local Event: The Moors

The Moors

The Moors  by Jen Silverman, Directed by Dr. Javier Luis Hurtado
Jen Silverman's The Moors is a dark, surreal comedy that...

The Moors &nbsp;by Jen Silverman, Directed by Dr. Javier Luis Hurtado
Jen Silverman's The Moors is a dark, surreal comedy that brilliantly subverts classic 19th-century Gothic literature—particularly the works of the Brontë sisters. It explores themes of loneliness, power, and visibility through a bizarre, sometimes violent, but darkly hilarious lens. Performances will be Oct. 28-Nov. 1.
Running time is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
<h2>Contact</h2>
Tara Sundy Performing Arts Coordinator &amp; Events Manager <a href="mailto:tms8@stmarys-ca.edu">tms8@stmarys-ca.edu</a> (925) 631-4670

Wilder Art & Garden Center

Tickets are now on sale&nbsp;for Rotary Club of Orinda's biggest annual fundraiser! At this year's&nbsp;Dancing with the Cars on October 30th we are changing things up and Dancing&nbsp; WITHOUT the Cars at a Spooktacular all-inclusive&nbsp;costume party&nbsp;at the Orinda/Wilder Art and Garden Center! Enjoy cocktails, appetizers, dinner, dessert and DANCING! Plus, we will have a silent and live auction full of wonderful items that are sure to cast a spell! Monies raised support a variety of Orinda Rotary's charitable projects. &nbsp;&nbsp;Tickets are $100 person or $700 for a table of eight. Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://orindarotaryfundraiser.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">our website</a>&nbsp;or click on the QR code on the flyer to purchase.

Local Event: Dancing without the Cars - A Spooktacular Costume Party

Dancing without the Cars - A Spooktacular...

Tickets are now on sale for Rotary Club of Orinda's biggest annual fundraiser! At this year's Dancing with the Cars on October...

Dancing without the Cars - A Spooktacular Costume Party

Lamorinda Improv Theater

LIT&nbsp;is back&nbsp;for another evening of quick wit, big laughs, and unscripted fun as&nbsp;LIT&nbsp;improvisers take the&nbsp;stage—with plenty of audience suggestions—in a high-energy performance at the historic Orinda Theater! These showcases&nbsp;feature LIT's adult&nbsp;and&nbsp;youth&nbsp;teams, who have spent months honing their instincts, sharpening their timing, and mastering the art of “making stuff up.” &nbsp;6pm: Kids Teams, 8pm: Adult Teams

Local Event: Lamorinda Improv Theater Takes The Stage

Lamorinda Improv Theater Takes The Stage

LIT is back for another evening of quick wit, big laughs, and unscripted fun as LIT improvisers take the stage—with plenty of...

Chromatica, East Bay’s popular chorus, announces its 15th anniversary season with two concert series in November 2026 and April 2027.
Chromatica invites you to “Our Journey Home”, with captivating music celebrating home in all its forms. Fall concerts will be at 3pm on November 7 at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 433 Moraga Way in Orinda, and at 7pm November 8 at Peace Lutheran Church, 3201 Camino Tassajara in Danville, The Danville concert will include Chromatica’s popular post-concert wine reception


Chromatica’s first public concerts were performed in 2012. Performing a repertoire significantly different from other community choruses, Chromatica has sung music from the 12th to the 21st centuries, in many different languages and genres. It has carved out a unique identity along with three commissions developed exclusively for it. The latest, Christopher Tin’s Transfigurations, was performed to a standing ovation by Chromatica in Santa Fe New Mexico in January 2026 – its first trip outside the Bay Area. It will travel to London in 2028. Chromatica is already working on a new major commission from a nationally recognized composer. 
Chromatica’s final 15th
anniversary concerts will be performed in April 2027 and will include pieces that have delighted our audiences and singers over the past 15 years.
“It is astonishing to look back over the past 15 years and remember our beginnings with 8 singers. We have come a long way and I’m immensely proud of what Chromatica has achieved. But I do believe this is only the beginning as we look towards our next major commission, and planned travel overseas in 2028. I’m very grateful to our audiences and of course our singers – these will be memorable concerts” said Chromatica’s director David Huff.
For more details and tickets, visit <a href="https://www.chromaticachorale.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.chromaticachorale.org</a>.

Local Event: Chromatica presents "Our Journey Home"

Danville

Chromatica presents "Our Journey Home"

Chromatica, East Bay’s popular chorus, announces its 15th anniversary season with two concert series in November 2026 and April...

Chromatica, East Bay’s popular chorus, announces its 15th anniversary season with two concert series in November 2026 and April 2027.
Chromatica invites you to “Our Journey Home”, with captivating music celebrating home in all its forms. Fall concerts will be at 3pm on November 7 at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 433 Moraga Way in Orinda, and at 7pm November 8 at Peace Lutheran Church, 3201 Camino Tassajara in Danville, The Danville concert will include Chromatica’s popular post-concert wine reception.


Chromatica’s first public concerts were performed in 2012. Performing a repertoire significantly different from other community choruses, Chromatica has sung music from the 12th to the 21st centuries, in many different languages and genres. It has carved out a unique identity along with three commissions developed exclusively for it. The latest, Christopher Tin’s Transfigurations, was performed to a standing ovation by Chromatica in Santa Fe New Mexico in January 2026 – its first trip outside the Bay Area. It will travel to London in 2028. Chromatica is already working on a new major commission from a nationally recognized composer. 
Chromatica’s final 15th
anniversary concerts will be performed in April 2027 and will include pieces that have delighted our audiences and singers over the past 15 years.
“It is astonishing to look back over the past 15 years and remember our beginnings with 8 singers. We have come a long way and I’m immensely proud of what Chromatica has achieved. But I do believe this is only the beginning as we look towards our next major commission, and planned travel overseas in 2028. I’m very grateful to our audiences and of course our singers – these will be memorable concerts” said Chromatica’s director David Huff.
For more details and tickets, visit <a href="https://www.chromaticachorale.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.chromaticachorale.org</a>.

Orinda Community Center

WomenSing hosts an afternoon concert by
The Peninsula Scottish Fiddlers
Come enjoy an entertaining afternoon
With music and merriment, some sing-along tunes, and a
Highland Happy Hour Reception

Local Event: Fiddlers, Friends & A Wee Bit O’ Cheer!

Fiddlers, Friends & A Wee Bit O’ Cheer!

WomenSing hosts an afternoon concert by
The Peninsula Scottish Fiddlers
Come enjoy an entertaining afternoon
With music and...

Boundary Oak Golf Course

Join us for a festive seasonal celebration where you will have the unique opportunity to start your holiday shopping from one of a kind&nbsp;local artisans while enjoying raffle prizes, carolers, free massages, and a cash bar. This free admission event includes appetizers and benefits the Child Life Program at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland.

Local Event: The Phoenix Boutique Sip, Shop & Smile

The Phoenix Boutique Sip, Shop & Smile

Join us for a festive seasonal celebration where you will have the unique opportunity to start your holiday shopping from one...

Martinez Campbell Theater

<a href="https://www.cocohistory.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">CCCHS</a>
Author in the Archives Series presents
John Pettley, a professional land surveyor for over 38 years, talks about the significance of his amazing find in 1987. At the time, John was a surveying student at California State University at Fresno, and working on his senior thesis, when he made an important discovery about the history of the survey marks atop Mount Diablo.
On July 18, 1851, Col. Leander Ransom of the General Land Office (GLO) labored through thick brush, steep terrain, and harsh summer heat to establish the initial point on the highest rock at the summit of Mount Diablo in Contra Costa County. There he chiseled a hole in the rock and erected a pole with a large flag that could be seen for miles from the surrounding countryside. The grid lines intersected at the Initial Point on the summit of the mountain.
This mapping grid was extended to cover most of Northern California and all of Nevada and was used in deeds to describe the property boundaries in those areas.&nbsp;References to this system are found in numerous property deeds even to this day.
Step back in time with us as we hear the fascinating story of John’s journey in rediscovering this important piece of California and Nevada history!
Doors open at 4:00 p.m.&nbsp;John’s talk begins at 4:30 p.m. 

Admission is FREE for CCCHS members, $10 for non-members.
RSVP is requested. Reserve your seat and purchase tickets at this link on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999044399612?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Eventbrite.com.&nbsp;</a>Questions? Call (925) 229-1042 Tues-Thur 9am-4pm or email us at mkting@cocohistory.org.

<ul><li>Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase at the Campbell Theater lobby bar.&nbsp;</li><li>Complimentary waters provided by CCCHS.</li><li>Downtown parking is free on weekends.</li></ul>
‍All proceeds benefit the preservation work of the Contra Costa County Historical Society.

Local Event: CCCHS presents The Story Behind the Initial Point atop Mount Diablo

Martinez

CCCHS presents The Story Behind the Initial...

CCCHS
Author in the Archives Series presents
John Pettley, a professional land surveyor for over 38 years, talks about the...

CCCHS presents The Story Behind the Initial Point atop Mount Diablo

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Toddler and Preschool Enrollment Available 

Tudorka Tots Inc 

We are excited to announce the grand opening to our new Toddler and Preschool Center in Moraga. At Tudorka Tots, children learn through a warm, nurturing environment with a focus on stem-play based curriculum, creativity and learning. Our dedicated teachers inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning every day. Now enrolling Toddlers and Preschoolers! Contact us at 510-717-8494 Moraga.tudorka@gmail.com Join us for a one-week free trial as we continue to grow Tudorka Tots.

 We are excited to announce the grand opening to our new Toddler and Preschool Center in Moraga. At Tudorka Tots, children learn through a warm,...

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Saturday, October 24

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San Ramon Library - Contra Costa County Library, 100 Montgomery St, San Ramon, CA

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Dancing without the Cars - A Spooktacular Costume Party

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Wilder Art & Garden Center, 20 Orinda Flds Ln, Orinda, CA

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