Name: The Ballet School Performing Arts' Once Upon A Christmas
Start: 2026-11-27T16:00:00-08:00
Location: Lesher Center for the Arts

Lesher Center for the Arts

A cherished holiday tradition for 50 years!Friday, November 27th | 4:00pm &amp; 7:30pmSaturday, November 28th | 2:00pm &amp; 7:00pmSunday, November 29th | 12:00pm &amp; 5:00pm

Local Event: The Ballet School Performing Arts' Once Upon A Christmas

Contra Costa County

Angela Woodall

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Walnut Creek

California

The Ballet School Performing Arts' Once Upon A...

A cherished holiday tradition for 50 years!Friday, November 27th | 4:00pm & 7:30pmSaturday, November 28th | 2:00pm &...

The Ballet School Performing Arts' Once Upon A Christmas

Walnut Creek Elks Lodge #1811

The Walnut Creek Garden Club will hold its FREE monthly meeting on Monday, November 9, 2026 at The Elks Lodge in Walnut Creek.
Registration begins at 9:15AM, followed by a brief meeting, a break at 10:15AM with complimentary tea, coffee &amp; snacks, followed by an educational program.
Program: Bouquets from Your Garden 
Jill Appenzeller is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects, the Royal Horticultural Society, and Diablo Women's Garden Club. Jill will show us the benefits of the cutting garden with tips on growing and arranging blooms from your own garden, including holiday arrangements, wreaths, and decorations. 
This meeting will be held at The Elks Lodge, 1475 Creekside Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
We welcome the public to visit our meeting and to become a part of the Walnut Creek Garden Club! You DO NOT need to be a gardener to join the WCGC!
For more information, please visit: www.WalnutCreekGardenClub.org

Local Event: Walnut Creek Garden Club Free Monthly Meeting

Walnut Creek Garden Club Free Monthly Meeting

The Walnut Creek Garden Club will hold its FREE monthly meeting on Monday, November 9, 2026 at The Elks Lodge in Walnut...

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Join the Fountainhead Montessori community for a special Mandarin Circle Time &amp; Tea! Experience the joy of learning Mandarin through songs, stories, movement, and interactive activities in a warm, engaging classroom environment.
Come see how young children naturally explore a new language while building confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.
✨ Meet our teachers ✨ Experience our Mandarin Immersion classroom ✨ Enjoy songs, stories, and circle time ✨ Connect with our school community
Whether you're considering preschool for your child or simply curious about Mandarin immersion, everyone is welcome!
We look forward to sharing a little Mandarin magic with you!
📍 Fountainhead Montessori 📅 Thursday November 12 ⏰ 3:00pm-3:30pm
Please RSVP – we can't wait to see you! 925-967-2655

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The Bay Area's Most Amazing Date Night. Just Sixteen seats. Nothing standing between you and THE WONDER.
Magician and Mentalist Dennis Kyriakos performs an intimate evening of close-up magic and mind reading at the Claremont Resort &amp; Club, where every moment happens right before your eyes. Friday, November 13th at 7:00 pm
Join us for Tripadvisor's #1 Theater and Concert Experience in Berkeley.
Enjoy a cocktail, settle in, and experience magic the way it was meant to be: UP-CLOSE &amp;&nbsp;PERSONAL.

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Lesher Center for the Arts, Hofmann Theatre, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA

Diablo Ballet Opens its 33rd Season with Julia Adam’s Newly Expanded Two-Act, The Nutcracker Suite Diablo Ballet opens its 33rd Season on November 13 with Julia Adam’s newly expanded two-act production of The Nutcracker Suite. This beloved holiday tradition returns with new dances, enchanting choreography, exquisite costumes, and festive surprises for audiences of all ages.PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
WHAT: Diablo Ballet presents The Nutcracker SuiteWHEN:&nbsp;
Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Lesher Center for the Arts, Hofmann Theatre, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA
RUNNING TIME: Approximately 1.5 hours, including one intermission
TICKETS: $31–$61. Senior and youth pricing available.Tickets are on sale now. Call 925-943-SHOW (7469) or visit <a href="https://www.lesherartscenter.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.lesherartscenter.org</a> or <a href="https://www.diabloballet.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.diabloballet.org</a>.
POST-PERFORMANCE PARTY: A complimentary family-friendly party immediately following the 2:00 p.m. performance on Saturday, November 14, for ticket holders. Set in the 1950s at San Francisco’s iconic Fairmont Hotel, Diablo Ballet’s magical interpretation of the holiday classic transports audiences into a world of holiday enchantment. Clara and her family check into the Nutcracker Suite on Christmas Eve, only to discover that their hotel stay is about to become an extraordinary adventure. With the mischievous Mouse King, a magical Nutcracker, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and snow falling in a breathtaking on-stage dream, The Nutcracker Suite glows with warmth, whimsy, and holiday magic. THE STORYThe Nutcracker first premiered in St. Petersburg, Russia, on December 18, 1892, and has since become a cherished holiday tradition around the world.&nbsp; Diablo Ballet’s production, first choreographed by Julia Adam in 2019, offers a uniquely San Francisco twist on the classic tale. The Diablo family and their daughter, Clara, check into the Nutcracker Suite at the Fairmont Hotel on Christmas Eve. As the evening unfolds, the hotel transforms into a magical world of dancing snowflakes, mischievous mice, and the enchanting Kingdom of the Sweets. Heir Drosselmeyer, Clara’s uncle, serves as the hotel concierge; a bellhop transforms into the Nutcracker; Fritz becomes the Rat King; and Mr. and Mrs. Diablo take on the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Cavalier. The aunt becomes the Snow Queen, while the hotel maids delight audiences with dances from the Kingdom of the Sweets. Featuring dazzling choreography, beautiful costumes, and a joyous finale, The Nutcracker Suite is a celebration of family, imagination, and the magic of the holiday season. In the end, Clara is left to wonder: Was it all a dream, or did the magic really happen? Following the Saturday, November 14, 2:00 p.m. matinee, audience members are invited to a complimentary post-performance party featuring a festive meet-and-greet with the cast, a ballet class demonstration, autograph signing, and more. On Friday, November 13, at 11:00 a.m., Diablo Ballet will also present a special school performance for students from Title I schools served through its PEEK Outreach Program, bringing the magic of live professional ballet to local youth.

Local Event: Diablo Ballet presents THE NUTCRACKER SUITE

Diablo Ballet presents THE NUTCRACKER SUITE

Diablo Ballet Opens its 33rd Season with Julia Adam’s Newly Expanded Two-Act, The Nutcracker Suite Diablo Ballet opens its 33rd...

St. Paul’s Concert Series presents Clarinet and Piano Duo, Wonkak Kim and Eunhye Grace Choi in a spectacular performance on Saturday, November 14 at 7pm. This dynamic husband-and-wife ensemble are known for their seamless musical partnership that balances expressive beauty with virtuosic precision. At St. Paul’s, the duo will present pieces by Schumann, Crumb, Finzi, Pierne, Martinů, and others. This is a must-see performance, presented by world-class virtuoso performers. Visit us at stpaulswc.org/concert-series for more info.

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St. Paul’s Concert Series presents Clarinet and Piano Duo, Wonkak Kim and Eunhye Grace Choi in a spectacular performance on...

Clarinet and Piano Duo Kim-Choi Performs at St. Paul's in Walnut Creek

San Ramon Library - Contra Costa County Library

Adventures in Jazz 2026 at the San Ramon Library returns for a new season of fine jazz! &nbsp; The season’s third show, set for Saturday, November 14th, features the John Santos Quartet!&nbsp; Seven-time Grammy nominee, percussionist, and renowned musicologist John Santos brings the HEAT! This phenomenal Quartet with Marcos Dias (keyboards), Saul Sierra (bass), and David Flores (drums) will rock the House, serving up hot Latin jazz grooves that make you Muevelo! (move it!).&nbsp; The performance will be held in the upstairs community room at the San Ramon Library on Montgomery Street, Saturday, November 14 starting at 7:30 pm.&nbsp; Purchase tickets online at SanRamonPerformingArts.com or call <a href="tel:(925)-973-3343">(925)-973-3343</a>.&nbsp;






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