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The 2026 World Cup is here and more families are interested in soccer in the community!&nbsp;Good news, your child can have fun learning to play the beautiful game of soccer. Registration is still open through June 30 for fall youth soccer programs for ages 4-18.&nbsp;Join the fun!&nbsp;Beginners are welcome. The U5-U8 Junior Academy and U9-U19 fall recreational seasons begin&nbsp;in August.
Registration is open through June 30. <a href="https://www.sanramonfc.com/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register today.</a>

Youth soccer provides boys and girls with a healthy, fun, team sport to enjoy. Players can develop their soccer skills, improve their physical&nbsp;fitness, as well as learn to develop confidence, accountability, teamwork, and leadership skills.
U5-U8 Junior Academy - Have Fun Learning to Play!
The <a href="https://www.sanramonfc.com/junior-academy" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">fall U5-U8 Junior Academy</a>&nbsp;provides soccer skill learning and weekend games. Players attend weekly practice with curriculum and instruction provided by&nbsp;SRFC's professional coaching staff.&nbsp; Weekend games are coached by parent volunteers and all games are in San Ramon.
U9-U19 Recreational Soccer - Popular Fall Program
The <a href="https://www.sanramonfc.com/recreational-U9-U19" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">fall U9-U19 recreational program</a> offers fun soccer learning and weekend games for U9-U19 age groups. Teams train as often as&nbsp;2 times a week with a volunteer coach&nbsp;and play a game on the weekend.&nbsp; The U9-U12 teams will play all games locally while the U14-U19 teams will travel for some away games to nearby cities.
More Program Info
 Both programs begin in August and conclude in early November. SRFC provides volunteer coaches with training, curriculum, and equipment to help them have a successful season of coaching.

Local Event: It's Not Too Late to Play Fall Youth Soccer! Register by June 30.

It's Not Too Late to Play Fall Youth Soccer!...

The 2026 World Cup is here and more families are interested in soccer in the community! Good news, your child can have fun...

It's Not Too Late to Play Fall Youth Soccer! Register by June 30.

Sycamore Grove Park

<a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Livermore/LivermoreIndependenceDayDash" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">From RunSignUp.com</a>:&nbsp;The 5K
Race Start: 8:00 a.m.
The 5k race is fun for the whole family or seasoned runners who want to leave their family in the dust.
Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just out for a relaxed jog, the 5k offers a flat, fast course on a mix of paved and dirt trails—perfect for a fun start to your 4th of July.
T-shirt included in 5k Race fee.&nbsp;
Kids Run (10 and Under)
Race Start: 9:15 a.m.
Kids ages 10 and under can join the fun with a 400-meter dash designed just for them. It’s a quick, energetic run where kids race to the finish while family and friends cheer them on.
Let's make some memories and start the holiday weekend with a bang! T-shirt included with Kids Run Race Fee.&nbsp;
Parking:
Please park at Independence Park (2798 Holmes Street, Livermore) and walk to the park entrance on Wetmore Road.&nbsp;

Local Event: Independence Day Dash 5K and Kids Run 2026

Independence Day Dash 5K and Kids Run 2026

From RunSignUp.com: The 5K
Race Start: 8:00 a.m.
The 5k race is fun for the whole family or seasoned runners who want to leave...

Central Park

From the <a href="https://sanramon.ca.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=10826130&amp;pageId=11687301" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">city of San Ramon</a>: <h4>The 2026 Run San Ramon presented by the City of San Ramon is celebrating its 40th year!&nbsp; Get a healthy start to your 4th&nbsp;of July with this Independence Day Classic.&nbsp; Enjoy the paved and looped 5K/10K course through San Ramon. The Fastest Mile is an out and back. All participants will receive a short sleeve commemorative shirt, bib, and participation medal.&nbsp; The Run San Ramon is a chip timed race. </h4>Kick off America's 250th with patriotic music from Olympia Fields Brass followed by a high-energy concert featuring&nbsp;The Cheeseballs, bringing you the best of funk &amp; soul with hits from the 80's, 90's and today. Grab your friends, family, and picnic blanket for a spectacular evening of dancing, singing and summer fun. Beer, wine and food will be available from several food trucks.&nbsp;Shade structures, tents, and umbrellas will only be permitted at the top of the ridge/hill to ensure lines of sight remain open. 
Additional Parking Available at Iron Horse Middle School. Please see map for ADA parking and Loading and Unloading Area.&nbsp;

Local Event: July 4 Run San Ramon Race & Independence Day Concert

July 4 Run San Ramon Race & Independence Day...

From the city of San Ramon:   The 2026 Run San Ramon presented by the City of San Ramon is celebrating its 40th year!  Get a...

July 4 Run San Ramon Race & Independence Day Concert

San Ramon Community Center

2026 Run San RamonSaturday, July 4, 2026 - 8 a.m.<a href="https://runsanramon.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=5859" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From Run San Ramon:</a>"The 2026 Run San Ramon presented by the City of San Ramon is celebrating its 41st year! Run San Ramon features 5K and 10K events as well as the Fastest Mile! Get a healthy start to your 4th of July with this Independence Day Classic. Enjoy the paved and looped course through San Ramon. The Run San Ramon 5K, 10K and Fastest Mile will be a chip timed race."<a href="https://runsanramon.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=5859" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>-- Image via Shutterstock

Local Event: Run San Ramon 2026: San Ramon Community Center, San Ramon

Run San Ramon 2026: San Ramon Community Center,...

2026 Run San RamonSaturday, July 4, 2026 - 8 a.m.From Run San Ramon:"The 2026 Run San Ramon presented by the City of San Ramon...

Run San Ramon 2026: San Ramon Community Center, San Ramon

San Ramon Valley High School

From <a href="https://www.srvkiwanis.org/parade" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Kiwanis Club of San Ramon Valley</a>: The Kiwanis-Danville Parade will take place on Saturday, July 4th, 2026 from 9am-noon in downtown Danville, California.
Honoring SRVUSD: Great schools + great students = great community!
This year’s 2026 Parade Grand Marshal, is San Ramon Valley Unified School District.
2026 marks the 51st anniversary that the Kiwanis Club of San Ramon Valley first began organizing and conducting the 4th of July Parade in Danville, and Kiwanis has presented a Parade every year since, including the virtual Parade that was held online in COVID year 2020. The Parade will take place along Hartz Avenue and San Ramon Valley Boulevard from approximately 9am to noon, starting at San Ramon Valley High School at Railroad Avenue. The Parade route will end at Town and Country Drive like last year. The parade can be seen from either side of the street and there is always plenty of room for everyone!

Local Event: 2026 Kiwanis-Danville 4th of July Parade: Danville

2026 Kiwanis-Danville 4th of July Parade: Danville

From Kiwanis Club of San Ramon Valley:  The Kiwanis-Danville Parade will take place on Saturday, July 4th, 2026 from 9am-noon...

Livermore Municipal Airport

From <a href="https://www.livermoreca.gov/our-community/things-to-do/fourth-of-july-celebration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">city of Livermore:</a> <h3>Mark your calendar for the 3rd annual Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Livermore Municipal Airport.&nbsp;</h3>
This family-friendly event features a variety of military aircraft, remote-control aircraft, and displays of emergency vehicles, jets, and helicopters.&nbsp;

Local Event: Livermore July 4 Celebration 2026

Livermore July 4 Celebration 2026

From city of Livermore:  Mark your calendar for the 3rd annual Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 9...

Dublin Sports Grounds

From the <a href="https://dublin.ca.gov/2876/Red-White-Blue-Backyard-Bash" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">city of Dublin:</a> Join the City of Dublin for the Red, White &amp; Blue Backyard Bash on Saturday, July 4, 2026, as we celebrate Independence Day and commemorate two historic milestones—America’s 250th anniversary and California’s 175th anniversary.
This family-friendly community celebration will feature live entertainment, delicious food, games, activities, and patriotic fun for all ages. Gather with friends, family, and neighbors to honor our nation’s rich history, celebrate California’s legacy, and enjoy an evening filled with community spirit.
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and their patriotic pride as we come together for a memorable Fourth of July celebration. Whether you're enjoying the entertainment, exploring vendor booths, or participating in family activities, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Don’t miss this special opportunity to celebrate the past, present, and future of our country and state at Dublin’s Red, White &amp; Blue Backyard Bash!&nbsp;

Local Event: Dublin's Red, White & Blue Backyard Bash 

Dublin's Red, White & Blue Backyard Bash 

From the city of Dublin:   Join the City of Dublin for the Red, White & Blue Backyard Bash on Saturday, July 4, 2026, as we...

Lions Wayside Park

Pleasanton Community Concert Band's Annual July 4th Celebration
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 12-1:30 p.m.
<a href="https://www.mad4p.org/celebratingjuly4th/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">From Make a Difference for Pleasanton:</a> “Celebrating Freedom and its Evolution since the Revolution,” Pleasanton’s annual concert and picnic, will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. on the Fourth of July. &nbsp;Lions Wayside Park is located at 4401 First Street, across the street from one of the event sponsors, Meadowlark Dairy.
This free event, a program of Make A Difference for Pleasanton, involves dozens of volunteers, including the members of the Pleasanton Community Concert Band, American Legion Post #237, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #6928, Boy Scout Troop #908, and other individuals.
Six hundred hot dogs lunches, cooked and served by Lions Club members, will be available for purchase. Vegetarian options will be available.&nbsp; Lions also will provide free hand-held American flags to the first 300 adults to arrive.
Audience members should plan to bring their own chairs or blankets to sit on.&nbsp; (Fifty folding chairs beneath a shade canopy will be available, courtesy of the Pleasanton Community Concert Band.)&nbsp; Participants of all ages are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue.
“This will be the twenty- fifth time that volunteers have put together ‘Celebrating Freedom and its Evolution since the Revolution” for our community,” said founder W. Ron Sutton.&nbsp; “On this &nbsp;250th Independence Day, we celebrate our shared heritage with an old-fashioned Fourth.&nbsp; Even if we disagree July 5 on current politics, we will do so with our expected behaviors of Respect, Responsibility, Compassion, Honesty, and Integrity.&nbsp; We celebrate living in a Community of Character!”
Also being recognized during the program are the 2026 Ed Kinney Community Patriots: Pam Yeaw and Anne and Brock Roby.
Included in the program will be a presentation by Randy Brown about the story behind our national anthem.
Established in 2005, the award honors the memory of Ed Kinney, who was a past mayor of the city and also the first Master of Ceremonies for the local Fourth of July event.
Current Masters of Ceremonies Les Duman and Herb Ritter will provide commentary.&nbsp;&nbsp; Mayor Jack Balch will provide brief opening remarks.
Founder W. Ron Sutton will offer a discourse on “The REAL Birthday” of our nation.
Lions Wayside Park, 4401 First St., Pleasanton, CA
<a href="https://www.mad4p.org/celebratingjuly4th/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>
-- Image via Shutterstock

Local Event: Pleasanton Community Concert Band's July 4 Celebration 2026: Lions Wayside Park, Pleasanton

Pleasanton Community Concert Band's July 4...

Pleasanton Community Concert Band's Annual July 4th Celebration
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 12-1:30 p.m.
From Make a Difference...

Pleasanton Community Concert Band's July 4 Celebration 2026: Lions Wayside Park, Pleasanton

Alameda County Fairgrounds

From <a href="https://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/july-4th/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Alameda County Fair:</a> The Alameda County Fair will be open on July 4 until the end of the Firework Spectacular Show. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of America and Blues Fest with a full day of rides, entertainment and festivities, then enjoy the Fireworks to close out the night.
The Chaperone Policy will be in place. Parking Lots close at 4:30pm and Admission Gates close at 5pm.<h2>PLEASE PLAN AHEAD FOR JULY 4TH</h2>
<ul><li>The Fair will be open on July 4 with special programming and performances celebrating 250 years of America and Blues Fest</li><li>Parking lots close at 4:30pm</li><li>Admission gates close at 5pm (arrive early for the fireworks)</li><li>No re-entry after 5pm, even with handstamp</li><li>Children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult age 25 and older, no exceptions</li><li>A large Firework Spectacular Show will take place in the evening, Fair closes following the show</li><li>Picnics are not permitted on the Fairgrounds during Fair or on July 4th</li><li>July 4th is a popular day to attend, plan ahead to avoid back-ups at the gates</li></ul>
No refunds, no exchanges
July 4th Chaperone Policy
The following Chaperone Policy has been updated for July 4, or any other day necessary to ensure the safety and security of all guests, partners and staff&nbsp;
<ul><li>Minors 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult chaperone 25 and older</li><li>Chaperones must present a valid government-issued photo identification with date of birth at entry</li><li>One (1) chaperone, age 25 or older, must accompany no more than five (5) guests 17 or younger per day</li><li>Each chaperone must accompany their party during entry, remain inside the park during their visit and be available by phone throughout their stay</li><li>Guests who are ages 17 and younger found inside the Fair unaccompanied by a chaperone are subject to ejection without a refund</li></ul>
The safety and security of our guests is the number one priority of the Alameda County Fair. We are committed to keeping the Alameda County Fair a place where families can come together to create memories that last a lifetime.

Local Event: July 4 Alameda County Fair 2026

July 4 Alameda County Fair 2026

From Alameda County Fair:  The Alameda County Fair will be open on July 4 until the end of the Firework Spectacular Show....

Robert Livermore Aquatic Center

From <a href="https://www.larpd.org/2026-07-04-4th-of-july-pool-party" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Livermore Area Recreation &amp;&nbsp;Park District:</a> Celebrate Independence Day with LARPD at the Robert Livermore Aquatic Center's 4th of July Pool Party. This family-friendly community event offers a fun and festive way to enjoy the holiday with recreational swimming, music, lawn games, and food trucks.
Cool off in the pool, spend time with family and friends, and&nbsp;enjoy a day of community celebration.
<h3>Event Information</h3>
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Time: 12-5 pm Location: Robert Livermore Aquatic Center
<h3>Activities Include</h3>
<ul><li>Recreational swimming</li><li>Music</li><li>Food trucks - Kona Ice and Tear It Up&nbsp;</li><li>Lawn games</li></ul>
<h3>Admission</h3>
Free for Livermore Residents Only
Non-Resident Guests are $7 per person
Participants should be prepared to provide proof of residency upon entry.

Local Event: Livermore July 4 Pool Party

Livermore July 4 Pool Party

From Livermore Area Recreation & Park District:  Celebrate Independence Day with LARPD at the Robert Livermore Aquatic Center's...

California High School, 9870 Broadmoor Dr, San Ramon, CA, 94583

Academic achievement alone will not prepare teens for the AI-era workplace. This 90-minute workshop for parents and caregivers focuses on the social-emotional competencies — self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making — that form the foundation for workplace readiness.
Top employers agree. In a January 2025 Education Week feature, Google's global head of education impact, Jennie Magiera, named these exact CASEL competencies as traits her teams prize, noting that Google values social-emotional skills as much as technical talent.¹ Microsoft's vice president of education, Paige Johnson, added that the top skills needed to navigate complexity and change in the age of AI remain uniquely human.¹ These "durable human skills" also underpin the capabilities the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025 identifies as essential for tomorrow's workforce, including resilience, flexibility, creative thinking, and lifelong learning.²
Led by Heather Thompson of Attachment Matters, LLC, the session explores how attachment styles shape a child's capacity to develop these competencies and thrive. You'll leave with practical strategies to build the secure foundation your teen needs for future career readiness.
Learn more about attachment at <a href="https://www.attachmentmatters.co" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.attachmentmatters.co</a>.
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Sources
¹ Lieberman, Mark. "The SEL Skills Google, Microsoft, and Other Top Companies Want Schools to Teach." Education Week, January 13, 2025. <a href="https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/the-sel-skills-google-microsoft-and-other-top-companies-want-schools-to-teach/2025/01" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/the-sel-skills-google-microsoft-and-other-top-companies-want-schools-to-teach/2025/01</a>
² World Economic Forum. The Future of Jobs Report 2025. Geneva: World Economic Forum, January 8, 2025. <a href="https://www.weforum.org/publications/the-future-of-jobs-report-2025/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.weforum.org/publications/the-future-of-jobs-report-2025/</a>

Local Event: Ensure Your Teens Have the Durable Human Skills to Succeed in an AI Workforce & Life

Ensure Your Teens Have the Durable Human Skills...

Academic achievement alone will not prepare teens for the AI-era workplace. This 90-minute workshop for parents and caregivers...

Ensure Your Teens Have the Durable Human Skills to Succeed in an AI Workforce & Life

Pans on Fire

Grainbakers teams up with Pans on Fire cooking school in Pleasanton for an incredible night of whole-grain breadmaking with summer fruits. Our summer bread flavors and inclusions, a lovely comfortable kitchen, and BYO beverages (some provided, wink). Join us for a delicious evening.

Local Event: Summer Fruits Breadmaking Class

Summer Fruits Breadmaking Class

Grainbakers teams up with Pans on Fire cooking school in Pleasanton for an incredible night of whole-grain breadmaking with...

With the World Cup tournament excitement in our country, now is a great time to learn to play soccer! In San Ramon&nbsp;FC's recreational programs, players can learn through play, make friends, have fun, and develop confidence, teamwork, accountability, and more. 
Boys and girls ages 4-18 can play, with two programs starting this August.
Sign up today for San Ramon&nbsp;FC's popular U5-U8 Junior Academy and U9-U19 Recreational programs. Both programs give beginner and intermediate level players a fun, healthy team sport to enjoy.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.sanramonfc.com/recreational" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Learn more and sign up before registration closes on June 30</a>.

Sign Up For Fall Youth Soccer in San Ramon!

With the World Cup tournament excitement in our country, now is a great time to learn to play soccer! In San Ramon FC's recreational programs,...

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