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...

Come get your game on with the library's Wii, or play some board games! Ages 12 - 17.

Come get your game on with the library’s Wii, or play some board games! Ages 12 - 17.

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Michael Wittner

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Fernando Haro

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Discover why blood sugars keeps rising, hidden factors contributing to it and what to do about it.
How to improve blood sugars using proven methods that are customized for you. Click the link above to register and to get your free BONUS Murali Assessment&nbsp;REMINDER&nbsp;Please check your spam folder for any Zoom links

Local Event: The Prediabetes Wake Up Call

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The Prediabetes Wake Up Call

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Coming Soon to Martinez! <a href="https://4966BayleafCourt.mytours.online" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">4966 Bayleaf Court</a>
Discover this beautifully updated home tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac in the sought-after Sunrise Hills community of Martinez.&nbsp;
&nbsp;Adjacent to open space and just moments from the neighborhood pool and clubhouse, this move-in ready home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience.
&nbsp;Step inside to a bright, open floor plan enhanced by luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior paint, upgraded lighting, and a seamless layout designed for everyday living.&nbsp;
&nbsp;At the heart of the home, the remodeled kitchen shines with recently installed countertops, recessed LED lighting, and stainless-steel appliances.&nbsp;
&nbsp;The spacious primary suite provides a relaxing retreat with a generous closet and a beautifully updated bathroom featuring a soaking tub, double-sink vanity, modern fixtures, and updated lighting.&nbsp;
The hall bathroom and guest bathroom have also been tastefully refreshed with new vanities, countertops, sinks, faucets, and contemporary finishes.
Additional features include fresh exterior paint, wood blinds, central heating and air conditioning, double-pane windows, and a convenient laundry room.
&nbsp;Outside, the low-maintenance backyard offers a patio and recently installed lawn, creating the ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining.
For added peace of mind, a home warranty is included, along with the refrigerator, washer, and dryer, making your move even easier.
Ideally located near Highways 4 and 680, vibrant downtown Martinez shopping, dining, and scenic walking and biking trails, this exceptional home is within the Mt. Diablo Unified School District, serving Hidden Valley Elementary, Valley View Middle School, and College Park High School.Offered at $865,000<a href="https://OurFiveStarTeam.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Pete Sabine</a> Real&nbsp;Estate Consultant Call or Text 925.787.2548 Pete@PeteSabine.com Remax Accord DRE&nbsp;00889760

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You're Invited! Open House 

Coming Soon to Martinez! 4966 Bayleaf Court
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St Paul's Episcopal Church

St. Paul's Concert Series is back from its summer break, and we are absolutely delighted to kick off our Fall concert season with pianist Mira Armij Gill, with special guest violinist Francisco Salazar in a delightful performance on Saturday, August 29 at 7:00pm. Known for her spectacular poetic and inspiring performances around the world, Ms. Gill brings absolute magic to the stage. Inspired by her recently-released album Piano Works of Samuel Barber, the concert will highlight Barber’s Nocturne Op. 33; Excursions Op. 20; and Sonata, Op. 26 as well as his Canzone Op. 38 for Violin and Piano, featuring Salazar on violin. When performed recently at Carnagie Hall in New York, praise abounded of Gill’s Barber Nocturne, which “held truly inspired moments, ending with the trill that was absolutely transporting.” Also noted was the "moving rendition of Barber's achingly beautiful Canzone by Ms. Gill with her husband Francisco Salazar." This spectacular duo will also include duets by Gershwin, De Falla, Di Martino, Gliere, Beach and Kreisler to name a few. Join us at 1924 Trinity Avenue, Walnut Creek. No tickets necessary. Donations accepted (avg $30/$10 students). For full program visit stpaulswc.org/concert-series.

Local Event: Pianist Mira Armij Gill Performs with Violinist Francisco Salazar at St. Paul's in Walnut Creek

Pianist Mira Armij Gill Performs with Violinist...

St. Paul's Concert Series is back from its summer break, and we are absolutely delighted to kick off our Fall concert season...

Pianist Mira Armij Gill Performs with Violinist Francisco Salazar at St. Paul's in Walnut Creek

Experience the artistic swimming talent of the Aquanuts as they highlight the most iconic shows and places in Vegas!
This year will mark the 57th anniversary of this iconic show that showcases artistic (synchronized) swimming in a theatrical format complete with lights, props, a monumental 3-D stage, and glittering costumes. Doors open at 7:00 pm, and the performance begins at 8:00 pm each night Thursday-Sunday over Labor Day weekend. Food and refreshments are available for purchase at a general snack bar and there will be a beer/wine bar. Online tickets are good for any of the 4 nights!

Local Event: Viva Las Vegas Spectacular Swim Show!

Viva Las Vegas Spectacular Swim Show!

Experience the artistic swimming talent of the Aquanuts as they highlight the most iconic shows and places in Vegas!
This year...

Five Suns Brewing

Oktoberfest at 5 Suns means a knotty, wickedly fun Grainbakers pretzel night. Shape your own spent grain dough, take home hot, golden pretzels baked on-site, and learn the secrets to dreamy beer cheese and dipping mustard.
 
This class is hands-on learning, making and baking fun!
<ul><li>Learn rolling and shaping pretzels</li><li>Make your own creations - traditional or make fun shapes!</li><li>Participate in our pretzel shape-to-bake steps and method</li><li>How to make hot cheddar cheese pub dip for your pretzels</li><li>Eat some pretzels, mustard and hot beer cheese right in class! </li></ul>

Each ticket holder will leave class with:
<ul><li>Ready-to-eat hot soft pretzels and a few pretzels ready to freeze when you get them home.</li><li>Recipe cards for the Grainbakers Soft Pretzels, Grainbakers Hot Cheddar Cheese Dip and our Pretzel Dipping Mustard</li><li>A new dough cutter/bench scraper</li></ul>

Local Event: Soft Pretzel Making Workshop

Soft Pretzel Making Workshop

Oktoberfest at 5 Suns means a knotty, wickedly fun Grainbakers pretzel night. Shape your own spent grain dough, take home hot,...

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Martinez Martini Shake Off! 
Celebrate the birthplace of the martini with an unforgettable evening of handcrafted cocktails, delicious dining, live music from 3Day Weekend, dancing, and the exciting Martini Shake Off competition. Whether you join us for dinner or the party, this is one of signature events hosted by the Martinez Chamber of Commerce you won’t want to miss.Treat your team, thank a valued client, or gather your favorite people for an elegant evening of martinis, dancing, and fun under the stars.
Get your tickets today through the link in our bio or on the Martinez Chamber website before this popular event sells out.
Event Details: Saturday, September 12, 2026 6:00 – 10:00 PM (Check-in begins at 5:30 PM) Plaza Ignacio 525 Henrietta Street, Martinez
Dress to impress, gather your friends, and join us for a glamorous evening celebrating Martinez history. We can’t wait to raise a glass with you!

Local Event: Martini Shake Off

Martini Shake Off

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Martinez Martini Shake Off! 
Celebrate the birthplace of the martini with an unforgettable...

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