🌱 Patch AM: Valley Humane Pet Of The Week: Scott Budman

Hello Pleasanton! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Easygoing French Bulldog mix Scott Budman seeks a quiet Pleasanton home

Also on today's calendar: The Prediabetes Wake Up Call and 13 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Saturday: Mostly sunny and comfortable, with a high of 80 and low of 55 degrees.
• Sunday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 79, low: 56.
• Monday: Partly sunny, brisk and cool, with a high of 75 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Valley Humane Pet Of The Week: Scott Budman (patch.com) — Pleasanton-area animal lovers are invited to meet Scott Budman, a calm, adult French Bulldog mix available for adoption through Valley Humane Society. Described as easygoing on walks and eager for companionship, he's looking for a relaxed home where he can be the star on someone's couch. Interested residents can start the adoption process online, by phone, or by email.
   

📸 Around Pleasanton

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Pleasanton

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday August 29
• The Prediabetes Wake Up Call →
  FREE LIVE WEBINAR on ZOOM,
  10:00 am
• Mundaze Live @ LPV! →
  Las Positas Vineyards, 1828 Wetmore Rd, Livermore
  6:00 pm
• Free Men's Pro-Development Soccer Match in San Ramon →
  Tiffany Roberts Soccer Field, E Branch Pkwy, San Ramon
  6:00 pm
• Funestra Comedy Night at Fenestra Winery August 29, 2026 7:00 pm →
  Fenestra Winery, 83 Vallecitos Rd, Livermore
  7:00 pm
Sunday August 30
• FREE Live Musical Showcase Featuring Talented Dougherty Valley High School Musicians →
  Peace Lutheran Church, 3201 Camino Tassajara, Danville
  2:15 pm
• Free Men's Pro-Development Soccer Match This Sunday →
  Tiffany Roberts Soccer Field, E Branch Pkwy, San Ramon
  6:00 pm
Saturday September 5
• Estate Block Party at Concannon Vineyard →
  4590 Tesla Rd, Livermore
  11:30 am
Sunday September 6
• Forejour, The Premier FOREigner and JOURney Band, Rocks McGrails Labor Day Sunday! →
  McGrail Vineyards and Winery, 5600 Greenville Rd, Livermore
  5:30 pm

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Other local events

Saturday August 29
• Back-to-School Bash at Stoneridge Shopping Center →
  Stoneridge Mall Road, Stoneridge Mall Rd, Pleasanton
  12:00 pm
Sunday August 30
• Cresta Blanca Cave Tour and Tasting at Wente Family Vineyards →
  Wente Family Vineyards Tasting Lounge, 5050 Arroyo Rd, Livermore
  12:00 pm
• Cresta Blanca Cave Tour & Tasting →
  Wente Family Vineyards Tasting Lounge, 5050 Arroyo Rd, Livermore
  3:00 pm
Monday August 31
• Takin' Care of Business BBQ 2026 →
  Amador Recreation Center, 4443 Black Ave, Pleasanton
  5:00 pm
Friday September 4
• music lessons with 1776-era children's fife and drum band →
  Near Mohr Elementary School, Dennis Drive, call for details
  5:30 pm
Sunday September 6
• 160th Annual Scottish Highland Gathering & Games →
  Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton
  8:00 am
Wednesday September 9
• REACH for your Dreams "Cruisin" on Main Street →
  McGrail Vineyards and Winery, 5600 Greenville Rd, Livermore
  6:00 pm
Saturday September 12
• YoungWonks Coding Challenge US Nationals (Round 1) for Kids and Teens →
  Online event from Pleasanton, CA
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• The Scottish Games are coming to Pleasanton —Ken Mano Read on Patch
• Pleasanton Community of Character Collaborative Recognized by City of Pleasanton —Ken Mano Read on Patch

• Albertsons Company posted a job opening for Night Crew Stocker in Pleasanton. Apply here.
• LG-OSS posted a job opening for Inventory Associate in Pleasanton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pleasanton here.

🗞 Nearby News

Dublin

• Friday Night Markets Return to Dublin (independentnews.com)
• Former Condor Club Bartender Sentenced in Manager's Killing (independentnews.com)

Livermore

• Age-Old Wine Country Tradition Upheld This Year - Albeit It Earlier Than Expected City of Livermore (opgov.news)

Castro Valley

• DUI Suspect Crashes With Toddler In The Car In Hayward: CHP (patch.com)

Ok Pleasanton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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