Assistance League’s Assault Survivor Kits Comfort Clients

Bags filled with daily necessities and literature evoke a new beginning.

Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Walnut Creek?

Here's what to know in Walnut Creek about the solar eclipse on April 8.

RecycleSmart Asks Walnut Creek Customers To Take Brief Survey Online

The solid waste company seeks community feedback as it prepares to solicit bids for garbage, recycling and organics services.

Assisteens, Diablo Valley Make Happiness Happen!

These energetic gamechangers have made a profound effect on the community.

Assistance League Diablo Valley Names Making a Difference Awardee

Carolina Alas-Hemphill had served with distinction on the Assistance League Diablo Valley’s Advisory Council for six years.

Three Trails In One: Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.

Walnut Creek Police K9 Timber Sports New Protective Vest

The vest was a charitable donation from a nonprofit group. There are over 30,000 police dogs and the group has provided vests for 5,514.

Vintage Corner Finds a Home at Assistance League Thrift Shop

This feature offers something for everyone.

'Mustard In The Mist': Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.

Barbie Dreamhouse Truck Tour To Stop In Walnut Creek

The Barbie Dreamhouse Truck, slated to make three Bay Area stops, is celebrating the 60th anniversary of Barbie's first Dreamhouse.

Assistance League’s Fall/Winter Clearance Marches On!

The more you spend, the more you save!

Acalanes Morning: Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.

Assistance League Thrift Shop’s Everything Asian Event Enhances Life

Your donations will create space for new purchases.

The Big Fix Benefits Joybound People & Pets, More Bay Area Clinics

From every limited edition Big Fix Friends pet toy purchase, Pet Food Express gives 50 percent to local nonprofits including Joybound.

Congressional Art Competition Open To High-Schoolers In Walnut Creek

The winning piece will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol and the winner will be invited to Washington D.C. for a reception.

New Executive Director Named For Contra Costa Crisis Center

Elaine Cortez Schroth assumes the role immediately as the public face of the Walnut Creek-based center.

Name Change: Animal Rescue Foundation Becomes Joybound People & Pets

Following a naming ceremony Wednesday attended by elected officials, the community is invited to an upcoming celebration.

Assistance League Thrift Shop’s Western Event “Ropes 'Em In!”

Take your pick of women’s and men’s clothing, home goods and shoes.

After The Rain: Walnut Creek Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.

Assistance League Thrift Shop Valentine’s Day Event Has Heart!

Caring and Compassion define this event.

Assistance League’s Elementary Arts Discovery Enhances Learning.

Art chronicles life as it encourages innovation.

Watch: Giant Mural Is Walnut Creek's Newest Public Art

The mural "Where's Walnut Creek" is artist Nigel Sussman's take on "Where's Waldo."

Double Rainbow + Cycling Mount Diablo: Photos Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.

Assistance League Thrift Shop Vintage Event Continues at 50% Off

Save money while thrifting!

3 Takes Of Shell Ridge In January: Walnut Creek Photos Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.

Assistance League Thrift Shop Revisits Vintage

Enjoy the journey.

Walnut Creek CERT Recruiting New Members

CERT educates volunteers about disaster preparedness and trains them in light disaster response to assist emergency personnel.

Nominate Outstanding Walnut Creek Youth For County Hall Of Fame Awards

Nominees must be 12-18 years old and demonstrate exemplary behavior in one of five categories.

Discover Diablo Series To Highlight Walnut Creek Open Spaces Areas

Save Mount Diablo is offering 36 excursions this year on some of the Bay Area's most beautiful open spaces, with several in Walnut Creek.

Save Mount Diablo Closes Escrow On Krane Pond Property

The property is part of the "missing mile," a square mile of partly unprotected land on Mount Diablo's north peak.

Councilmember Wilk Back In Walnut Creek After Climb Up Mount Everest

Kevin Wilk, who reached the south base camp at 17,598 feet above sea level, said it was majestic but also the hardest thing he's ever done.

Contra Costa Library Winter Reading Challenge: Where We Come From

This month, challenge yourself by reading about a different culture, cooking a new food, or following a new tradition.

Assistance League Diablo Valley Member Volunteers “Get it Done!”

Mazlow's "Hierarchy of Needs" includes safety, order/predictability, love, and being connected to part of a group.

A New Literacy Van Is Hitting The Road In Walnut Creek

The Contra Costa Library Public Library unveils an All-Electric Rolling Reader Early Literacy Van.

Assistance League Diablo Valley Marches On

…on the evening of November 30, in the Broadway Plaza Holiday Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting, that is.

Assistance League TeleCare Clients and Volunteers Party Hearty

You or someone you know might want to become a client.

Assistance League’s Food Boxes Program Nourishes at a Deeper Level

Established in 2012, Food Boxes continues to serve families in need.

Assistance League’s Receiving Center Backpacks Empower the Vulnerable

Empowerment and comfort start here, with your donations and purchases.

Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Walnut Creek?

Let us know where the holiday lights shine the brightest.

Natural Beauty In Walnut Creek: Photos Of The Day

Two beautiful flowers — one white and one red — plus a butterfly.