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Downtown Walnut Creek Ace Hardware

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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Angela Woodall

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Walnut Creek

California

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,...

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 earned a reputation for exceptional teaching and academic excellence. 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.

Michael Wittner

San Ramon

Dorris-Eaton is an independent school serving students from preschool through eighth grade. For more than 70 years, we have earned a reputation for...

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.

Concord

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...

Epic Escape Room Adventures at Diablo Escapes 

Diablo Escapes

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.)

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...

The Under One Tent Contra Costa Jewish Book Festival presents Exit Laughing. Victoria Zackheim's anthology features funny and intimate personal stories by Joshua Braff, Malachy McCourt, Kathi Kamen Goldmark, Ellen Sussman and others. Sponsored by Cong. B'nai Shalom and Sisterhood Admission: $7, CBS Sisterhood $5

The Under One Tent Contra Costa Jewish Book Festival presents Exit Laughing.

Victoria Zackheim's anthology features funny and intimate personal stories by Joshua Braff, Malachy McCourt, Kathi Kamen Goldmark, Ellen Sussman and others. Sponsored by Cong. B'nai Shalom and Sisterhood

Admission: $7, CBS Sisterhood $5

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Experience the artistic swimming talent of the Aquanuts as they highlight the most iconic shows and places in Vegas!
This year will mark the 57th anniversary of this iconic show that showcases artistic (synchronized) swimming in a theatrical format complete with lights, props, a monumental 3-D stage, and glittering costumes. Doors open at 7:00 pm, and the performance begins at 8:00 pm each night Thursday-Sunday over Labor Day weekend. Food and refreshments are available for purchase at a general snack bar and there will be a beer/wine bar. Online tickets are good for any of the 4 nights!

Local Event: Viva Las Vegas Spectacular Swim Show!

Viva Las Vegas Spectacular Swim Show!

Experience the artistic swimming talent of the Aquanuts as they highlight the most iconic shows and places in Vegas!
This year...

Lamorinda Improv Theater

Unlock the skills to have more flowing and meaningful conversations in this interactive 4-week class backed by the latest research. Perfect for introverts and extroverts alike, these sessions will help you build deeper relationships at work, parties, and beyond.

Local Event: The Science And Art Of Conversation

The Science And Art Of Conversation

Unlock the skills to have more flowing and meaningful conversations in this interactive 4-week class backed by the latest...

Lafayette Library - Contra Costa County Library

<h4>Join Sensational Seniors™ and John Muir Health for a special community event focused on senior health, wellness, and the future of healthcare in our local communities. This collaborative partnership event will provide valuable insights into John Muir Health’s services, current 2026 healthcare updates, and exciting developments planned for the coming year to better support older adults and their families throughout the East Bay.</h4>
Our speaker for this event is Sharon Jenkins, Director of Government Affairs and External Relations at John Muir Health.

Local Event: Senior Health & Wellness in Our Community: A John Muir Health Overview

Lafayette

Senior Health & Wellness in Our Community: A...

Join Sensational Seniors™ and John Muir Health for a special community event focused on senior health, wellness, and the future...

Senior Health & Wellness in Our Community: A John Muir Health Overview

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Martinez Martini Shake Off! 
Celebrate the birthplace of the martini with an unforgettable evening of handcrafted cocktails, delicious dining, live music from 3Day Weekend, dancing, and the exciting Martini Shake Off competition. Whether you join us for dinner or the party, this is one of signature events hosted by the Martinez Chamber of Commerce you won’t want to miss.Treat your team, thank a valued client, or gather your favorite people for an elegant evening of martinis, dancing, and fun under the stars.
Get your tickets today through the link in our bio or on the Martinez Chamber website before this popular event sells out.
Event Details: Saturday, September 12, 2026 6:00 – 10:00 PM (Check-in begins at 5:30 PM) Plaza Ignacio 525 Henrietta Street, Martinez
Dress to impress, gather your friends, and join us for a glamorous evening celebrating Martinez history. We can’t wait to raise a glass with you!

Local Event: Martini Shake Off

Martini Shake Off

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Martinez Martini Shake Off! 
Celebrate the birthplace of the martini with an unforgettable...

Stop the world for a beautiful summer night of live music to benefit the kids of The Crayon Initiative at the Melt With You Festival — Saturday, September 19, 5:00pm PDT Rolling Range Ranch, Martinez, CA
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.
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Local Event: Melt with You Festival 

Melt with You Festival 

Stop the world for a beautiful summer night of live music to benefit the kids of The Crayon Initiative at the Melt With You...

San Francisco Unveils Alioto's Plaza At...

The new plaza includes picnic tables and features a postcard view of the wharf with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background.

San Francisco Unveils Alioto's Plaza At Fisherman's Wharf Where Iconic Restaurant Once Stood

Restaurants & Bars

Trades In The Bay Area Implementing AI To...

It's an ordinary summer day for David Gharamany, the senior technician at the Art of Comfort, an HVAC contractor.

Trades In The Bay Area Implementing AI To Optimize Service Calls

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Former Bay Area Restaurateur Pivots To...

One of Daisy Li's favorite pastimes growing up in Hong Kong was dining at the hotel buffet with her parents.

Former Bay Area Restaurateur Pivots To Providing Thousands Of Meals To People With Food Insecurity

East Bay Freeway Shooting Wounds Driver, Closes...

The driver was hospitalized and is recovering, police said. 

East Bay Freeway Shooting Wounds Driver, Closes Freeway: CHP

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🌱 Patch AM: Paw-rade, Costumes, Furry Friend...

Happening soon: Viva Las Vegas Spectacular Swim Show! on the Walnut Creek Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Paw-rade, Costumes, Furry Friend Adoptions Return To Downtown Walnut Creek

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Grooming A Gateway To Helping Dogs And Human At...

A grooming academy combines the need for dog care with the demand for marketable skills by creating a vocational training program.

Grooming A Gateway To Helping Dogs And Human At East Bay Shelter

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Grooming A Gateway To Helping Dogs and Humans...

Grooming A Gateway To Helping Dogs and Humans At An East Bay Shelter

Lennon, Ono, Warhol Linked To Lost Baldwin By...

The story behind the iconic Lennon-Ono-Green-Warhol piano valued over $3 million and how a Walnut Creek-based pair proved its authenticity.

Lennon, Ono, Warhol Linked To Lost Baldwin By Bay Area Experts

Lost John Lennon Piano: How Bay Area Experts Helped Authenticate

The Best Ice Cream In Walnut Creek Area, As...

Just in time for National Ice Cream Day, readers let us know where the best ice cream in Walnut Creek is. There are some delicious options!

The Best Ice Cream In Walnut Creek Area, As Chosen By Patch Readers

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3 Takes Of A Lovely Shell Ridge Sunset: Walnut Creek Photos Of The Day

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