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.)

Contra Costa County

Angela Woodall

Bay Area

Walnut Creek

California

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...

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...

Master Nursery, Benjamin Moore Paint, BBQ Center & More

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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Diablo Valley Farmers' Market

Walnut Creek CA…The farmers of the Diablo Valley Farmers' Market are inviting local families to join them for the market's annual Kids Day on Saturday, July 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. In addition to all of your favorite local farmers and vendors, the market will feature a full lineup of free activities created especially for children and families.
For the farmers, Kids Day is about much more than entertainment. It's an opportunity to help children build positive memories around healthy food, local farms, and family traditions. By creating a fun day at the market, they hope to inspire the next generation to grow up excited about fresh produce, cooking together, and supporting the local farms that feed their community.
Children of all ages are invited to participate in a hands-on cooking class taught by local chef educator, Laura Kaufman, who will help young participants prepare a delicious, healthy recipe using fresh ingredients from the market. The beloved puppet show featuring marionette puppets from Fairyland in Oakland begins at 10:30 a.m. Families can enjoy story time throughout the day,&nbsp; learn about beneficial insects while creating a buzz worthy craft, get free face painting, and test their skills at the always popular Pumpkin Pitch game!
July is one of the most abundant times of the year at the farmers' market, with colorful displays of vine ripened cherry tomatoes, Brentwood sweet corn, tree ripened peaches and nectarines, freshly baked artisan breads and pies, and much more. Families are encouraged to make a morning of it by staying for lunch and enjoying rotisserie chicken, authentic tamales,&nbsp;
The Diablo Valley Farmers’ Market is held every Saturday from 9:00am-1:00pm, year round, rain or shine and is conveniently located with abundant free parking. The market is a Certified Farmers' Market, inspected by the County Agricultural Commissioner, where California farmers sell the fruits, vegetables, and other agricultural products they grow themselves.
For more information, visit CAFARMERSMKTS.COM, call 800-806-FARM, or follow @diablovalleyfarmersmarket on Instagram.

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Local Event: Kids Day at Diablo Valley Farmers' Market

Kids Day at Diablo Valley Farmers' Market

Walnut Creek CA…The farmers of the Diablo Valley Farmers' Market are inviting local families to join them for the market's...

Wilson House, Vallejo

Step inside the beautiful Wilson House, Vallejo's only surviving Julia Morgan-designed residence, for an elegant afternoon celebrating renowned architect Julia Morgan, the Arts &amp; Crafts movement, wine and the history of this remarkable home.
The afternoon features a presentation by noted Julia Morgan scholar Dr. Karen McNeill, a piano recital of early 20th-century music by concert pianist Susan Lin, a guided tour of the Wilson House and Gardens, and a wine tasting featuring Hartford Family Winery, paired with a selection of cheeses.

Local Event: An Arts Salon! Exploring Arts & Crafts & Julia Morgan Architecture

An Arts Salon! Exploring Arts & Crafts & Julia...

Step inside the beautiful Wilson House, Vallejo's only surviving Julia Morgan-designed residence, for an elegant afternoon...

An Arts Salon! Exploring Arts & Crafts & Julia Morgan Architecture

Saturday, 7/25 &amp; Sunday, 7/26 | 1:00–4:00 PM
A single-story detached home on a 10,400 sq. ft. lot in Walnut Creek for under $1 million? That's almost unheard of in today's market!
If you've been waiting for an opportunity to own a home in one of Walnut Creek's coziest neighborhoods, this is one you won't want to miss.
This light-filled, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,404 sq. ft. of comfortable living space, freshly refinished hardwood floors, dual-pane windows, a cozy brick fireplace, beautifully landscaped front yard with drip irrigation, and a spacious two-car garage. The functional floor plan is move-in comfortable today, while the kitchen and bathrooms offer the perfect opportunity to renovate at your own pace and create a home that reflects your personal style.
Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, commuter looking to be close to Pleasant Hill BART, or someone who appreciates the value of a large lot with room to grow, this home checks all the boxes.
🏡 433 Le Jean Way, Walnut Creek
✨ Listed at just $929,000
Come see why this may be one of the best values currently available in Walnut Creek.
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Local Event: Open House This Weekend - an Amazing Value in Walnut Creek!

Open House This Weekend - an Amazing Value in...

Saturday, 7/25 & Sunday, 7/26 | 1:00–4:00 PM
A single-story detached home on a 10,400 sq. ft. lot in Walnut Creek for under $1...

Open House This Weekend - an Amazing Value in Walnut Creek!

Calicraft Brewing Company

Join candidate Brendan Moran at Calicraft Shadelands to discuss your ideas for Walnut Creek, including traffic concerns, housing, and safety. This 'Think Local, Drink Local' event offers a casual environment to share your thoughts over a local brew.

Local Event: Think Local. Drink Local with Brendan Moran

Think Local. Drink Local with Brendan Moran

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Local Event: Open House This Weekend - a Terrific Value in Walnut Creek!

Open House This Weekend - a Terrific Value in...

Open House This Weekend - a Terrific Value in Walnut Creek!

Saint Matthew Lutheran Church

<h4>Connected Horse inspires connection, engagement, and emotional healing for people living with dementia and their loved ones through innovative equine-assisted workshops, programs, and training. As a pioneering leader in equine programming for individuals experiencing memory loss and their care partners together, Connected Horse creates meaningful shared experiences that strengthen relationships and reduce isolation.</h4>
A light lunch will be served.
Our speaker for this event is Judy Vared, Outreach &amp; Education Coordinator of <a href="https://connectedhorse.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Connected Horse.</a>

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Local Agency: Connected Horse

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<a href="Perfect%20Timing%20Pricing%20Page" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow"></a><a href="https://www.perfecttiming.com/pricing" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Our Pricing Is Now PublicMost staffing agencies make you sit through a discovery call before they'll quote a number. We decided to just publish ours.Perfect Timing's new pricing page lays out what it costs to hire in Marin and Sonoma County &mdash; no form, no gate:<ul><li>Temp-to-hire &mdash; same markup, and the conversion fee is credited against what you've already paid. Try before you commit, without paying a premium for the trial.</li>
<li>Temporary staffing &mdash; 50-85% markup, based on skill level and assignment length. Covers payroll, payroll taxes, benefits, and workers' comp.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Direct hire &mdash; 20-30% of annual salary. Includes screening, background checks, skills assessments, and a dedicated recruiter start to finish. Volume discounts available, and our 20% rate is reserved for non-profit clients.</li><li> No surprises at invoice time. The quote you get before signing is the number you pay.

Twenty-plus years recruiting in the North Bay, with specialists across accounting, administrative, HR, customer service, finance, and marketing &mdash; for healthcare, government, non-profit, finance, and small business employers.
 
Read the full breakdown and FAQ: <a href="https://www.perfecttiming.com/pricing" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">perfecttiming.com/pricing</a></li><li>Questions about a specific role?</li><li> Call our San Rafael office at (415) 461-6450 or Sonoma at (707) 513-3692.</li>
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Marin County

Albert Gregory

San Rafael

Perfect Timing Pricing Page!

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