Name: Local Agency: Joybound
Start: 2026-10-06T11:30:00-07:00
Location: Saint Matthew Lutheran Church

Saint Matthew Lutheran Church

<h4>Joybound connects people and pets through adoption, education, volunteerism and community programs that promote companionship and well-being. Their services help older adults experience the joy and health benefits of animal connection while supporting humane care for all pets.</h4>
A light lunch will be served.
Our speaker for this event is Alyssa Stone, Director of Community Engagement of <a href="https://joybound.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Joybound.</a>

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Celebrate with family, friends, and the Bay Area community at East Bay Ka Raja: Bay Area’s Grand Ganesh Festival 2026.
🪔 FREE POOJA THALI — Special Darshan | RSVP Included | Limited Slots | <a href="https://www.namastebayarea.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">namastebayarea.com</a>Enjoy a full day of devotion, culture, music, food, shopping, and family activities as we welcome Lord Ganesha.
📍 City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon 📌2700 Camino Ramon, San Ramon CA 94583 📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026 ⏰ 12 noon–10 p.m.
🪔 1,000 Diyas Sahasra Aarti | 🌸 100,000 Flowers Pushpa Aarti | 🥁 Grand Dhol Tasha &amp; Visarjan | 🎭 Cultural Programs | 🍴 Food &amp; Shopping | 🎨 Kids Activities | 🙏 FREE Prashad
🎟️ FREE ENTRY – RSVP REQUIRED&nbsp; | <a href="https://namastebayarea.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.namastebayarea.com</a>&nbsp; 🚗 FREE PARKING
Bring your family and neighbors and join us in welcoming Bappa! #GanpatiBappaMorya #BayAreasGrandGaneshFestival #SanRamon #EastbayKaRaja

Local Event: BayArea's Grand Ganesh Festival 2026 - Ganpati Bappa Morya! Join East Bay Ka Raja in San Ramon

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BayArea's Grand Ganesh Festival 2026 - Ganpati...

Celebrate  with family, friends, and the Bay Area community at East Bay Ka Raja: Bay Area’s Grand Ganesh Festival 2026.
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BayArea's Grand Ganesh Festival 2026 - Ganpati Bappa Morya! Join East Bay Ka Raja in San Ramon

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Live music from Zach Heckendorf + RPM, BBQ, and drinks — all benefiting The Crayon Initiative, bringing fresh crayons to pediatric patients in children's hospitals.
Presented by Premier Sponsor&nbsp;Pleasant Hill Coin &amp; Jewelry Exchange, with support from&nbsp;Kendra Scott Walnut Creek. BBQ provided by&nbsp;Slow Hand BBQ, beers by&nbsp;Canyon Club Brewery, and cocktails by&nbsp;Arena Mobile Bar Company.
Patch readers get special ticket pricing:&nbsp;<a href="https://thecrayoninitiative.harnessgiving.org/events/3673?ticket_id=100009364" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://thecrayoninitiative.harnessgiving.org/events/3673?ticket_id=100009364</a>
Interested in becoming a VIP Sponsor?&nbsp;Enjoy additional benefits and perks: <a href="https://thecrayoninitiative.harnessgiving.org/events/3673?ticket_id=100008820" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://thecrayoninitiative.harnessgiving.org/events/3673?ticket_id=100008820</a>

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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.

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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

An after-hours wellness series at the Ruth Bancroft Garden.
Unwind with a beginner-friendly, one-hour sunset yoga class at the Ruth Bancroft Garden in Walnut Creek led by Ashley Shochat. This will be a gentle, slow-paced class emphasizing good alignment in basic postures. Participants will have the option for hands-on adjustments and space to ask questions.
Your ticket includes exclusive after-hours access to the Ruth Bancroft Garden beginning at 5:30 p.m., giving you time to stroll through the Garden before class begins at 6:00 p.m. indoors in the Great Room.
GET TICKETS: <a href="https://www.ruthbancroftgarden.org/event/sunset-yoga-2/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.ruthbancroftgarden.org/event/sunset-yoga-2/</a>
Please bring a yoga mat! We will have a few available for those who need one.

Local Event: Sunset Yoga

Sunset Yoga

An after-hours wellness series at the Ruth Bancroft Garden.
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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:
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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.

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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.

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Epic Escape Room Adventures at Diablo Escapes 

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Escape rooms in free roam VR like nothing you have seen before! All of our immersive adventures will challenge you and your friends to work cooperatively under pressure. It’s a fun experience to shoot down a dragon as a team or fight in a sea battle with a pirate ship! With engaging puzzles and action sequences such as shooting arrows or gravity guns, you will love exploring new VR worlds. Book a private room for groups of 2 to 6 players online at www.diabloescapes.com or by calling 925-393-7171. (Appropriate for adults &amp; kids ages 10 and up.)

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Since 2008, Downtown Walnut Creek Ace Hardware has been more than just a store – it’s been a part of the community. Family-run and locally loved, we’re proud to offer a place where neighbors come together, for everything from weekend projects to seasonal celebrations. 🌺🛠️🎄 Whether you're picking the perfect Benjamin Moore paint color, prepping the garden for spring, upgrading your backyard BBQ game, or simply grabbing that one tool you didn’t know you needed, we’ve got you covered. We host family-friendly events all year long – from summer grilling demos to festive winter light displays – because we believe a great hardware store brings people together! There truly is something for everyone here: green thumbs, DIY dreamers, grill masters, and even candle lovers. And yes – you really can grab a plunger, a paintbrush, and a pie, all in one visit! Come see why we’re the kind of place people love to visit – and come back to! 🚂

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