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Shepherd's Gate New Life Thrift Store

Give Your Unused Things New Life at Shepherd’s Gate New Life Thrift Store! Your donations of gently used clothing, shoes or household items to the Shepherd’s Gate New Life Thrift Store in Livermore will do more than make room in your home — you’re giving those items a second chance to be useful and meaningful. The women and children who come to Shepherd’s Gate are seeking to start a new life. They are able shop for free at the thrift store for clothes for job interviews and school as well as items to furnish a new place to live after graduation. Proceeds from the thrift store directly support the women and children at Shepherd’s Gate by providing care, safety, education and encouragement as they rebuild their lives. For more information, visit us online at shepherdsgate.org/thrift-store

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The Dorris-Eaton School is a private, award-winning educatio

The Dorris-Eaton School

Dorris-Eaton is an independent school serving students from preschool through eighth grade. For more than 70 years, we have provided an exceptional educational experience recognized locally and nationally. Our six-acre preschool campus in Alamo offers a warm, nurturing environment where young learners explore, discover, and develop confidence. A rich curriculum, complemented by classes in art, Spanish, and music, gives children a solid foundation for kindergarten and the years ahead. At our K–8 San Ramon campus, the curriculum emphasizes strong academic fundamentals while encouraging critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. Classes in art, Spanish, music, and physical education, along with a wide variety of electives for students in grades 6–8, broaden the educational experience. Small class sizes allow teachers to recognize individual strengths, provide meaningful feedback, and help students build effective study habits and communication skills. Both campuses offer before- and after-school care as well as summer workshops. In San Ramon, after-school offerings include soccer, piano, robotics, chess, and 3D printing and design. Character development is woven throughout the school day. Students learn and practice kindness, respect, responsibility, and a growth mindset, while community service, school-wide volunteer programs, and age-appropriate leadership opportunities foster a sense of social responsibility.

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Dorris-Eaton is an independent school serving students from preschool through eighth grade. For more than 70 years, we have provided an exceptional...

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September 5–7 | 11:30 AM–5:00 PM Live Music Daily | 12:00–4:00 PM
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with three days of live music, local food, and award-winning wines from Concannon Vineyard and Cuda Ridge Wines.
Stretch out on the Estate Lawn, take in the vineyard views, and spend the afternoon with friends and family at our historic Livermore Valley estate. Each day brings a different lineup of live music and local food trucks, with plenty of wine to enjoy along the way.
Come for an afternoon or make a weekend of it. This free community event is open to all, and kids are welcome.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 | SUGARBEAR
Live Music: SugarBear | 12–4 PM Food: Ampuli 
SugarBear kicks off the weekend with an energetic mix of soul, funk, and reggae guaranteed to get you moving. Grab a bottle of your favorite Concannon or Cuda Ridge wine, find a spot on the lawn, and settle in for an afternoon of great music, local food, and vineyard views.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 | LUNAFISH
Live Music: LunaFish | 12–4 PM Food: Fratelli’s Pizza + Essen German Food
LunaFish keeps the celebration going with an eclectic mix of psychedelic rock classics and crowd favorites. Pair the music with handcrafted pizza from Fratelli’s or authentic German fare from Essen, then kick back with a glass of wine and enjoy Sunday afternoon on the Estate Lawn.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 | MICHELLE LAMBERT
Live Music: Michelle Lambert | 12–4 PM Food: Fratelli’s Pizza + Lotus Delights
Local favorite and longtime Concannon performer Michelle Lambert closes out the weekend with her signature electric violin and a lively mix of familiar favorites. Grab lunch from Fratelli’s Pizza or Lotus Delights, pour a glass of wine, and enjoy an easygoing Labor Day afternoon at the estate.
THINGS TO KNOW
<ul><li>Estate Hours: 11:30 AM–5:00 PM daily</li><li>Live Music: 12:00–4:00 PM daily</li><li>Admission: Free and open to the community</li><li>Seated Tastings: Prefer a more traditional wine tasting experience? Seated tastings will also be available throughout Labor Day Weekend, and advance reservations are recommended.</li><li>Wine: Wines from both Concannon Vineyard and Cuda Ridge Wines will be available for purchase.</li><li>Food: Local food trucks will be onsite each day with food available for purchase.</li><li>Families: Kids are welcome! This is a family-friendly weekend on the Estate Lawn.</li><li>Seating: Lawn seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic blanket or low-back lawn chairs.</li><li>Outside Alcohol: Outside alcohol is not permitted.</li></ul>
WANT TO BOOK A TASTING?
Make a little more of your visit with a seated wine tasting before enjoying the Block Party. Advance reservations are recommended for Labor Day Weekend.
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Local Event: Estate Block Party at Concannon Vineyard

Estate Block Party at Concannon Vineyard

September 5–7 | 11:30 AM–5:00 PM Live Music Daily | 12:00–4:00 PM
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Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton

Date: Labor Day Weekend (Sept. 5 &amp; 6, 2026)
Time: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Hosted by the Caledonian Club of San Francisco, this year’s milestone 160th Annual Scottish Highland Gathering &amp; Games features the very best of traditional Scottish competition, ceremony, and cultural entertainment, including the 2026 Men’s Scottish Heavy Athletics World Championships; the 50th Annual U.S. Invitational Heavy Athletics Championships for men and women; the Gathering of the Clans; Soccer Competitions; Piping &amp; Drumming; Special Guest Military and Pipe Bands; Highland Dancing; Scottish Folk and Celtic Rock Music; the spectacular Massed Pipe Bands; Sheepdog Trials; Highland Cows; Scottish Foods and Goods; Whisky Tasting; and more.

Local Event: 160th Annual Scottish Highland Gathering & Games

160th Annual Scottish Highland Gathering & Games

Date: Labor Day Weekend (Sept. 5 & 6, 2026)
Time: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Hosted by the Caledonian Club of San Francisco, this year’s...

McGrail Vineyards and Winery

Join us on the Front Lawn at McGrail for an unforgettable summer evening of music, wine, and sunset views! Forejour, the ultimate Journey and Foreigner tribute band, will take the stage as the sun sets over the Livermore Valley, bringing classic rock anthems to life. Local food trucks will be on site with food available for purchase. McGrail wines will be available by the glass and bottle for purchase!
FOOD TRUCKS Soleil Wood Fired Pizza, Cousins Maine Lobster, &amp; Aldo’s GelatoWhat to Bring: Picnic chairs, blankets, and your dancing shoes!Limited on-site parking-we encourage carpooling or using Uber/Lyft. If our lot reaches capacity, additional vehicles will need to park off-property at their own risk.Outside food is welcome, but outside alcohol is strictly prohibited.No pets. Guests must be 21 years of age or older. $40/Wine Club Member $50/Guest 
5:30-8:30Buy Tix here:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.exploretock.com/mcgrailvineyardsandwinery/event/612622/sunset-concert-ft-forejour-tribute-to-foreigner-journey-september-2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sunset Concert ft. Forejour | Tribute to Foreigner &amp; Journey | September 2026 - McGrail Vineyards and Winery - Livermore, CA | Tock | Tock</a>

Local Event: Forejour, The Premier FOREigner and JOURney Band, Rocks McGrails Labor Day Sunday! 

Forejour, The Premier FOREigner and JOURney...

Join us on the Front Lawn at McGrail for an unforgettable summer evening of music, wine, and sunset views! Forejour, the...

Forejour, The Premier FOREigner and JOURney Band, Rocks McGrails Labor Day Sunday! 

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