DN Gifts for Life

To create gifts that do more than decorate — gifts that inspire, comfort, and celebrate life itself. To empower others to embrace the joy of giving and remind them that small acts of kindness can change someone’s day.

Contra Costa County

Angela Woodall

Bay Area

Concord

California

To create gifts that do more than decorate — gifts that inspire, comfort, and celebrate life itself. To empower others to embrace the joy of giving...

He will be handing out goodies and a cupon for 1 kids meal free. 2180 Contra Costa Blvd Pleasant Hill 925 691-5900A picture will be taken with him. Call the store to RSVP on a time that works best for you!--Image via Shutterstock

He will be handing out goodies and a cupon for 1 kids meal free.

2180 Contra Costa Blvd Pleasant Hill 925 691-5900A picture will be taken with him. Call the store to RSVP on a time that works best for you!

Pleasant Hill

Between 3pm and 5 pm Darth Vader will be at Boston Market

Darth Vader coming to Boston Market Friday October 31 in Pleasant Hill

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St Paul's Episcopal Church

St. Paul’s Concert Series is delighted to present classical guitarist Alexander Milovanov in a spectacular live, acoustic performance on Saturday, September 19 at 7pm. Renowned for his acute musical insight and astounding virtuosity, Alexander brings the stage alive, having captivated audiences everywhere from Los Angeles, New York, Vienna, to St. Petersburg, Russia. At St. Paul’s, Milovanov will perform breathtaking pieces by J.S. Bach, Albéniz, Regondi, and Villa-Lobos. This is a must-see performance! Join us at 1924 Trinity Avenue, Walnut Creek. No tickets necessary. Donations accepted.
Located in downtown Walnut Creek, the St. Paul’s Concert Series offers monthly world-class performances to the local community for an affordable, donation-based cost. Located at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, we offer free parking, or we're an easy walk three blocks from Walnut Creek BART.&nbsp; For more information, visit us at stpaulswc.org/concert-series.

Local Event: Classical Guitarist Alexander Milovanov Performs at St. Paul's in Walnut Creek

Classical Guitarist Alexander Milovanov...

St. Paul’s Concert Series is delighted to present classical guitarist  Alexander Milovanov in a spectacular live, acoustic...

Classical Guitarist Alexander Milovanov Performs at St. Paul's in Walnut Creek

1571 Schenone Court Unit A, Concord | 

Discover incredible townhome opportunities featuring a two-primary suite layout with over 2,000 square feet and a two-car garage for $829,000, or a move-in ready home near the Clayton border for $499,000. Join the Laura Wucher Real Estate Team for these open house showings to find your perfect new home.

Local Event: A New Spin On Townhome Living!

A New Spin On Townhome Living!

Discover incredible townhome opportunities featuring a two-primary suite layout with over 2,000 square feet and a two-car...

Pleasant Hill Senior Center

<h4>Explore the common health challenges and medical concerns that can arise with aging, along with practical ways to address them proactively. This session will provide valuable insights, prevention strategies, and supportive resources to help older adults maintain vitality, independence, safety, and overall well-being throughout later life.</h4>
Our speaker for this event is Bevi Kothare Ph.D, Gerontologist and East Bay General Manager of <a href="https://enablegcm.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">enABLE Care Management.</a>

Local Event: Understanding Geriatric Health: Common Challenges & Smart Solutions

Understanding Geriatric Health: Common...

Explore the common health challenges and medical concerns that can arise with aging, along with practical ways to address them...

Understanding Geriatric Health: Common Challenges & Smart Solutions

Don Tatzin Community Hall

Families across the Bay Area are invited to discover the many paths available after high school at the West Coast ALT Fair, returning to Lafayette on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
Hosted by Prepare to Bloom, the ALT Fair is a free community event designed to introduce students, parents, educators, therapists, and counselors to the growing number of post-secondary options beyond the traditional four-year college experience. The event will take place from 5:00–8:00 p.m. at the Lafayette Public Library's Don Tatzin Community Hall.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet directly with representatives from a wide range of organizations, including:
<ul><li>Gap year and wellness programs</li><li>Young adult transitional living programs</li><li>College support and executive functioning programs</li><li>Vocational and career training organizations</li><li>Therapeutic and specialized post-secondary supports</li><li>Apprenticeship and experiential learning opportunities</li></ul>
Rather than sitting through presentations, families can browse at their own pace, ask questions, compare programs, and have meaningful conversations with professionals who specialize in helping young adults find the right next step.
"The goal of the ALT Fair has always been to help families realize they have more options than they may have been told," said Shayna Abraham, founder of Prepare to Bloom. "Every student deserves a path that fits who they are, not just the path that's most familiar."
The event is designed for:
<ul><li>Parents of high school, and young adult students</li><li>High school students and recent graduates</li><li>Young adults exploring next steps</li><li>Therapists, educational consultants, and school and college counselors</li><li>Anyone interested in learning more about nontraditional post-secondary opportunities</li></ul>
Admission is free, though advance registration is encouraged.
The ALT Fair will be followed by a professional networking day on Friday, September 25, bringing together referring professionals and program representatives from across the country to strengthen collaboration and improve access to resources for families.
For additional information or to register, visit Prepare to Bloom's ALT Fair page.

Local Event: Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring Alternatives to College

Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring...

Families across the Bay Area are invited to discover the many paths available after high school at the West Coast ALT Fair,...

Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring Alternatives to College

Prost! 🍻 Walnut Creek Oktoberfest is back Friday, Sept. 25 (5–10pm) &amp; Saturday, Sept. 26 (12–9pm) at Civic Park East for two days of brews, brats, live music and Oktoberfest fun!
Grab your friends, family and pups and head Downtown for one of Walnut Creek’s favorite fall traditions. Sip craft beer and wine in the Biergarten, dance along to live music, dig into delicious food, shop artisan vendors, bring the little ones to Kinder Platz and soak up the festive atmosphere all weekend long.

FEATURING:🎶 Live Music &amp; Dancing 🍺 Biergarten with Craft Beer &amp; Wine 🌭 Delicious Food 🛍️ Artisan Vendors 🎡 Kinder Platz Kids Zone 🥨 Plenty of Oktoberfest Fun!

GETTING HERE:
🚗 $10 Event Parking at 1111 Civic Drive 🚲 Free Bike Valet 🚆 Take BART to Walnut Creek Station
FREE ADMISSION • RSVP TODAY!✨ Admission is FREE! RSVP in advance to let us know you’re coming, then stop by the Info Booth during Oktoberfest to check in and pick up some Oktoberfest swag (while supplies last)!*
👉 RSVP &amp; CHECK OUT THE FULL OKTOBERFEST LINEUP »&nbsp;<a href="https://walnutcreekdowntown.com/events/oktoberfest?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=ad&amp;utm_campaign=OKT2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">walnutcreekdowntown.com/oktoberfest</a>

Local Event: Walnut Creek Oktoberfest: Prost to a Weekend of Brews, Brats & Bavarian Fun! 🥨🍻

Walnut Creek Oktoberfest: Prost to a Weekend of...

Prost! 🍻 Walnut Creek Oktoberfest is back Friday, Sept. 25 (5–10pm) & Saturday, Sept. 26 (12–9pm) at Civic Park East for two...

Walnut Creek Oktoberfest: Prost to a Weekend of Brews, Brats & Bavarian Fun! 🥨🍻

Prost! 🍻 Walnut Creek Oktoberfest is back Friday, Sept. 25 (5–10pm) &amp; Saturday, Sept. 26 (12–9pm) at Civic Park East for two days of brews, brats, live music and Oktoberfest fun!
Grab your friends, family and pups and head Downtown for one of Walnut Creek’s favorite fall traditions. Sip craft beer and wine in the Biergarten, dance along to live music, dig into delicious food, shop artisan vendors, bring the little ones to Kinder Platz and soak up the festive atmosphere all weekend long.
FEATURING:
🎶 Live Music &amp; Dancing 🍺 Biergarten with Craft Beer &amp; Wine 🌭 Delicious Food 🛍️ Artisan Vendors 🎡 Kinder Platz Kids Zone 🥨 Plenty of Oktoberfest Fun!
GETTING HERE:
🚗 $10 Event Parking at 1111 Civic Drive 🚲 Free Bike Valet 🚆 Take BART to Walnut Creek Station
FREE ADMISSION • RSVP TODAY!
✨ Admission is FREE! RSVP in advance to let us know you’re coming, then stop by the Info Booth during Oktoberfest to check in and pick up some Oktoberfest swag (while supplies last)!*
👉 RSVP &amp; CHECK OUT THE FULL OKTOBERFEST LINEUP&nbsp;»<a href="https://walnutcreekdowntown.com/events/oktoberfest?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=ad&amp;utm_campaign=OKT2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">walnutcreekdowntown.com/oktoberfest</a>

🌱 Patch AM: Osaka Marketplace is hiring—will...

And on the Pleasant Hill Patch calendar - Classical Guitarist Alexander Milovanov Performs at St. Paul's in Walnut Creek

🌱 Patch AM: Osaka Marketplace is hiring—will Pleasant Hill’s wait soon be over?

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Darth Vader coming to Boston Market Friday October 31 in Pleasant Hill

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