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.

Contra Costa County

Angela Woodall

Bay Area

Concord

California

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...

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. We invite you to join us at our next Open House on October 7. Additional information can be found on our website. 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. We invite you to join us at our next Open House on...

Epic Escape Room Adventures at Diablo Escapes 

Diablo Escapes

Escape rooms in free-roam VR like nothing you have seen before! Located in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek, California, we offer immersive VR experiences that challenge you and your friends to work cooperatively under pressure. Shoot down a dragon as a team or fight in a sea battle with a pirate ship! With action such as shooting arrows or gravity guns, plus challenging puzzles, you will love exploring new VR worlds. Book a private room for groups of 2 to 6 players at www.diabloescapes.com or by calling 925-393-7171. (Appropriate for adults &amp; kids ages 10 &amp; up.) We host birthday parties, private gatherings, and corporate team-building sessions! Highly rated across major review platforms, Diablo Escapes is recognized for its high-quality VR technology and exceptional customer service. Guests can expect a unique, interactive environment where teamwork and problem-solving skills are put to the test in a memorable, action-packed setting.

Walnut Creek

Escape rooms in free-roam VR like nothing you have seen before! Located in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek, California, we offer immersive VR...

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! 🚂

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,...

A Teeth Whitening Salon now open in Lafayette. 3483 Golden Gate Way # 16, Lafayette (in the MIST Airbrush Tanning Salon) Teeth Whitening Solution for Everyone! 925 826-6463 <a href="http://www.mysmilelabs.com/yourperfectsmile" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.mysmilelabs.com/yourperfectsmile</a> teresak@mysmilelabs.com

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Civic Park Community Center

Explore a world of crystals, minerals, jewelry, and the mystical and healing arts at this special event in Walnut Creek. Admission is $11 with children 12 and under admitted for free, and visitors can enjoy the convenience of free parking.

Local Event: The Great Contra Costa Crystal Fair

The Great Contra Costa Crystal Fair

Explore a world of crystals, minerals, jewelry, and the mystical and healing arts at this special event in Walnut Creek....

Greenlight Driver Training

Join Greenlight Driver Training for a cuppa joe, some donuts, and a FREE test drive in one their our state-of-the-art driving simulators. See firsthand why Greenlight has been voted the East Bay's BEST Driver Training 3 years in a row!

Local Event: Donuts & Demos!

Donuts & Demos!

Join Greenlight Driver Training for a cuppa joe, some donuts, and a FREE test drive in one their our state-of-the-art driving...

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 kicks off with Akira Tana and Friends from Osaka with special guest Jamie Davis on Saturday, October 3rd!Don’t miss an electrifying, one night only performance of renowned drummer Akira Tana with his Osaka friends – award-winning Hammond B-3 organ master Atsuko Hashimoto and virtuoso guitarist Yutaka Hashimoto…and with Special Guest, the sensational Grammy-winning vocalist Jamie Davis!The performance will be held in the upstairs community room at the San Ramon Library on Montgomery Street, Saturday, October 3rd 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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Local Event: Akira Tana and Friends from Osaka Play San Ramon Library!!!

Akira Tana and Friends from Osaka Play San...

Adventures in Jazz 2026 at the San Ramon Library returns for a new season of fine jazz!    The season kicks off with Akira Tana...

Akira Tana and Friends from Osaka Play San Ramon Library!!!

Saint Matthew Lutheran Church

<h4>We are honored to welcome keynote speaker Cynthia Moe-Lobeda, acclaimed theologian, ethicist, and author of Building a Moral Economy, for a thought-provoking conversation on navigating today’s most pressing challenges, including climate change, democracy, global conflict, and economic inequality.</h4>
<h4>Hosted by Saint Matthew Lutheran Church in partnership with Sensational Seniors, this event reflects Saint Matthew’s belief that those in the “third-third” of life possess invaluable wisdom, life experience, compassion, and the ability to make a meaningful impact in their communities. As many older adults seek ways to respond to a rapidly changing world, this gathering offers an opportunity for learning, reflection, and connection.</h4>
<h4>Participants will explore practical ways to engage with today’s moral challenges while discovering how purpose, values, and community can inspire meaningful action. Join us for an enriching afternoon of conversation, shared wisdom, and deeper understanding.</h4>

Local Event: Cultivating Purpose in the Third Third of Life: Building a Moral Economy

Cultivating Purpose in the Third Third of Life:...

We are honored to welcome keynote speaker Cynthia Moe-Lobeda, acclaimed theologian, ethicist, and author of Building a Moral...

Cultivating Purpose in the Third Third of Life: Building a Moral Economy

<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>

Local Event: Local Agency: Joybound

Local Agency: Joybound

Joybound connects people and pets through adoption, education, volunteerism and community programs that promote companionship...

Downtown Pleasant Hill

From the team that brings you the Pleasant Hill Art Wine &amp;&nbsp;Music Festival we are happy to present our first annual Harvest Festival on October 10th 2026!&nbsp;
Join us on Crescent Drive for a full day of live music, delicious local food, beer &amp; wine, artisan vendors, family activities, and old-fashioned harvest fun—all celebrating Pleasant Hill’s agricultural heritage and our amazing community.
Bring the whole family for a pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, petting zoo, kids’ activities, local businesses, live performances, and more!
The day kicks off with the Pleasant Hill Stampede Food Drive, bringing our community together to help those in need.
🍂 Celebrate our heritage. Support local. Share the harvest.
A good harvest is measured not only by what we receive, but by what we share.

Back Forty Stage Band Lineup:&nbsp;
DVC Viking Prep Band 1:45-2:45 PM
Spinout 3:30-5:00 PM
Fire Peach 5:30-7:00 PM
Zebop! 7:30-9:00 PMInterested in Volunteering?&nbsp;Sign up here to volunteer at the Harvest Festival <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094AA8AD2DA2FFC25-64886688-harvest#/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">signupgenius.com/go/10C094AA8AD2DA2FFC25-64886688-harvest#/ </a>

Local Event: Pleasant Hill Harvest Festival

Pleasant Hill Harvest Festival

From the team that brings you the Pleasant Hill Art Wine & Music Festival we are happy to present our first annual Harvest...

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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.

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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.

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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!

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