TROOP 224 HAS THE PERFECT TREE FOR YOU!
Open daily from 9am-9pm, Next to the Lafayette Community Gardens on Mt. Diablo Boulevard
Visit and support local Boy Scout Troop 224's tree lot this holiday season. Located next to the Lafayette Community Gardens on Mt. Diablo Boulevard, between the Reservoir and Oakwood Athletic Club. A Lafayette tradition since 1958, the Tree Lot opened on Black Friday and is now open daily from 9am to 9pm until they sell out. Our Boy Scouts are eager to help you select the perfect fresh cut tree. Choose from Noble Fir, Grand Fir, Douglas Fir and Nordmann. Delivery available in Lamorinda for a nominal fee (free to seniors). Holiday decor and garland also available for purchase. Enjoy a complimentary cup of hot chocolate and a candy cane while you shop and be sure to "like us" on Facebook.
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Honey Bear Tree Lot is Back and Supporting LPIE
Now through December 24, 7 days a week, 9am-9pm, Across from Acalanes High School
Santa Claus is coming to town on weekends. Come and get photos with Santa! Delivery available. Easy parking. Noble Fir, Grand Fir, Fraser Fir, Douglas Fir - all sizes ranging from 3' to 15'. Holiday wreaths & garlands, too. Click here to print form, fill it out, bring to lot, and 20% of your total will benefit LPIE. Honey Bear Tree Lot is located across from Acalanes High School at the corner of Deer Hill Rd. and Pleasant Hill Rd., (925) 788-2474.
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Moraga Art Gallery hosts "Beauty Near and Far"
Now through January 7, Rheem Shopping Center
The Moraga Art Gallery announces "Beauty Near and Far," a new exhibit featuring oil landscapes by Walnut Creek artist Kerima Swain, whose vibrant colors and sun-dappled landscapes transport viewers to sites around the world from St. Mary's College and the Golden Gate to the Greek isle of Hydra and beyond. Also featured is a boldly-hued collection of pit and saggar-fired ceramics by guest artist Lesley Jensen, whose one-of-a-kind vessels reflect the influence of ancient Greek, Minoan, Hittite and Native American cultures. The show, which includes a wide variety of work by the gallery's 15 member artists and several guest artists, is now in progress and runs until January 7. The gallery is located in the Rheem Shopping Center, at 522 Center Street, Moraga. Extended December hours are from 10am-6pm daily. For more information, visit www.moragaartgallery.com or call 925-376-5407.
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Santa's Secret Wrapping Room - Open to the public!
December 1-24, 9am-5pm, 5A Rent-A-Space, 455 Moraga Road
Equipped with colorful paper, ribbon, tape, and everything needed to wrap gifts free without the watchful eyes of the recipients! www.5Aspace.com
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Holiday Tree Lighting at Moraga Commons Park
Thursday, December 1, 6:30pm, Moraga Commons Park, 1425 St. Mary's Road, Moraga
Join Santa and his Moraga Youth Involvement Committee helpers Thursday, December 1 for cookies and hot cocoa in the Moraga Commons Park for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting! Entertainment with the Lamorinda Theatre Academy begins at 6:30 pm with the tree lighting at 7pm. Learn more here. Help light the tree by donating to the Buy-a-Bulb Fundraiser! Donate online or send checks payable to Town of Moraga to: Town of Moraga, Attn: Buy-a-Bulb, 2100 Donald Dr., Moraga, CA 94556.
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Santa's Bag Boutique at the Lafayette Community Center
Friday, December 2, 11am-7pm
Saturday and Sunday, December 3 and 4, 9:am-5pm
Annual Santa's Bag Boutique to benefit the Lafayette Community Center Foundation is being held December 2 thru December 4. The hours are: Friday 11am-7pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm and will be held at the Lafayette Community Center, Live Oak Room. For more information click here.
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Hacienda Holiday Faire, Hacienda de las Flores
Friday, December 2, 12pm-8pm
Saturday, December 3, 11am-6pm
Sunday, December 4, 11am-6pm
Join the Hacienda Foundation of Moraga for the third annual Hacienda Holiday Faire at the beautiful, historic Hacienda de Las Flores at 2100 Donald Drive, Moraga. Featuring over 45 local artisans from Lamorinda and the East Bay, all handcrafted, specialized items are ideal for your holiday gift giving needs. The diverse group of artisans includes: jewelry, local gourmet foods (herbs, olive oils, honeys), ceramics & pottery, local wines, bath & body products, candles, handbags & accessories, floral decorations & wreaths, garden items, toys, cards & paper goods, hand-sewn & knit items, pet gifts, clothing, and holiday decorations. Come enjoy the festive atmosphere and find that perfect, affordable gift for your family, neighbors, friends, or teachers while supporting our local, talented artisans. Visit Facebook or haciendafoundation.org for additional information.
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It's a Wonderful Life in Lafayette
Friday, December 2, 4pm-6:30pm, Lafayette Plaza Park
Free admission! Fun, family-friendly celebration! Tree lighting, live music, community sing-a-long, crafts. Santa is scheduled to parade along Golden Gate Way on Lafayette's treasured Old Betsy fire engine, along with a police escort. This caravan will start from the Lafayette Historical Society and arrive at Lafayette Plaza Park at 4:30pm. A must-not-miss for the little ones! Learn more here.
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Begin your Christmas shopping at Sports Basement with LPIE
December 3-9
Purchase a 20% off coupon from LPIE for only $5, and head out to Sports Basement to shop and save. The special one week savings begins with a social event on Saturday, December 3 from 11am-2pm with refreshments and includes sports-themed art by LPIE students and local artists (available for purchase). Click here to purchase your coupon for 20% off.
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Super Holiday Boutiques - Pleasant Hill & Centre Concord
Saturday, December 3, 10am-2pm, Pleasant Hill Community Center
Sunday, December 4, 11am-3pm, Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Rd.
Get special one-of-a-kind holiday gifts & stocking stuffers for family, friends and colleagues from a variety of arts and crafts vendors, home-based businesses and commercial exhibitors. Santa hears holiday wishes and he'll pose for free photo opportunities for kids of all ages with Santa and Olaf from Disney's "Frozen." FREE Holiday Goody Bag to the first 200 families! Free holiday arts and crafts activities allowing kids to make keepsake presents for their family and friends. FREE ADMISSION & FREE PARKING! Learn more here.
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Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation presents Children's Book Festival
Saturday, December 3, 11am-12pm, Library Community Hall
Meet three of our favorite authors and illustrators, enjoy creative art projects, and pick up holiday gift books for the special children in your life. Elisa Klevin will introduce her new book The Horribly Hungry Gingerbread Boy. Michael Slack will share Pirasaurs. Muon Van will read In a Village By the Sea and create origami. Books available for purchase courtesy of Bel and Bunna's Books. Free. Registration recommended, click here.
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Diablo Fine Art Gallery presents "BLESSINGS of the SEASON" Reception
Saturday, December 3, 3pm-6pm, Diablo Fine Art Gallery, 1535 Palos Verdes Mall, Walnut Creek
Original art is a special gift! Open Wednesday- Saturday 1-5pm in the Lunardi's Shopping Center. Join us for a reception on Saturday, December 3 from 3pm-6pm.
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Free Family Holiday Fun at Orinda Theatre Square
Saturday, December 3, 5pm-8:30pm, Orinda Theatre Square
Performance by Lamorinda Theatre Academy and Tree Lighting at 7pm. Free Santa visits and photo oppportunities. Kids ornament workshop - make an ornament for our tree and a second to take home with you! Horse and carriage rides from 6:30-8:30pm. Learn more here.
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! at Town Hall Theatre Company
December 3-17, Previews: December 1 and 2
The main good thing about church is that the Herdmans aren't there. Ever. Based on the best-selling young adult book of the same name, a couple struggling to put on a Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids -- probably the most inventively awful kids in history. But when magic meets mayhem, will the holiday spirit triumph? By Barbara Robinson, directed by Lynda DiVito. Buy tickets here.
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FAIRY TALES: A HOLIDAY CONCERT
Saturday, December 3, 7:30pm-9:00pm, Lafayette Christian Church, 584 Glenside Drive
Join us as we journey through some of the best loved tales and visit some of your favorite characters. This family friendly concert combines classic tales with seasonal music that will fill audiences with the spirit of the season! This concert is presented by the Oakland East Bay Gay Men's Chorus. Proceeds go to East Bay nonprofits of all kinds. Learn more here.
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Announcing New Exhibit "People, Places and Things"!
December 3 - January 2
Lamorinda Arts Alliance is proud to announce a new show at the Orinda Library, "People, Places and Things," opening December 3. This show represents all media and many styles from realism to abstraction. Many of the paintings and photographs are scenes that will be familiar to Bay Area residents. Reception will be December 4 from 2pm to 4pm. Join us, chat with the artists and partake in appetizers and beverages while you enjoy fifty plus pieces of artwork. The show will run through January 2. The Orinda Library is located at 26 Orinda Way in Orinda. The Library and the Gallery hours are: Monday to Thursday from 10am to 8pm, Friday and Saturday 10am to 6pm, and Sunday 1pm to 5pm. www.laa4art.org
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Pictures with Santa at Orchard Nursery & Florist
Sunday, December 4, 11am-1pm, Orchard Nursery & Florist, 4010 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Bring the family for a picture with Santa, and tell him your Christmas wishes! We will have a photographer on location offering free digital pictures, but you are also welcome to snap your own pictures with your camera or phone. Learn more here.
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Girls Night Out: Champagne & Shopping
Tuesday, December 6, 5pm-7:30pm, Orchard Nursery & Florist
Orchard Nursery & Florist will be hosting a girls night out just in time for all your holiday shopping. Call 925-284-4474, ext. 3 for reservations. Learn more here.
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Diablo magazine's Threads of Hope ceremony
Tuesday, December 6, 5:30pm-8pm, Orinda Theatre, 4 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Each year, Diablo magazine recognizes an amazing group of volunteers who go above and beyond to make the East Bay a better place. The Threads of Hope Awards ceremony recognizes outstanding individuals who selflessly give their time to help others, and in doing so, strengthen the fabric of our community. RSVP here.
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Prostate Health Talk
December 6, 6:30-8:30pm, Walnut Creek Library, Oak View Room
Join Dr. Stephen Taylor and Dr. Parminder Sethi as they discuss prostate health issues and advances in treatment options. The physicians will explain new approaches to treating enlarged prostate (BPH) without using medication or major surgery. Male incontinence and new technique for detecting prostate cancer will also be reviewed. Question and answer session to follow the presentation. RSVP by calling 925-677-5041 x272.
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It's the Small Things Holiday Small Works Exhibit
December 8 - December 23
Join us December 8 for a Holiday Artist Reception, treats and complimentary gift wrapping with your purchase 6pm-9pm. Enjoy wine and refreshments, art by Bay Area artists, priced for gift giving. Original Oils, mixed media, photographs, Pit fired and Raku ceramics. Portion of proceeds from December 8 event will be donated to LPIE! Lafayette Partners in Education (LPIE) is a community-based education foundation run by parent volunteers working to enhance and expand the educational opportunities for students in Lafayette's six public schools. www.jenniferperlmuttergallery.com
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Second Chance Summit-San Francisco
December 8
The Workforce Development Board is co-sponsoring "The Second Chance Summit" on December 8 in San Francisco. We are trying to connect with businesses that that would like to learn the benefits of giving a second chance. For more information about this event and to register, click here.
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"HOME ALONE" - FREE MOVIE SCREENING at Orinda Theatre Square
Thursday, December 8, 7pm, Orinda Theatre
Please join us for a Free Screening of "Home Alone". Presented by Diablo Magazine and California Independent Film Festival. Sponsored by Cine Cuvée. Learn more here.
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THE HIGH SCHOOL SHOW at The Art Room
Friday, December 9, 7pm-10pm, The Art Room, 91 Lafayette Circle
The Art Room is inviting high school students to submit their artwork by December 1 and join in an evening of showing their art and listening to live performances by high school bands on December 9. All are invited December 9 from 7pm-10pm for an evening of art and music! The Art Room is located at 91 Lafayette Circle. www.theart-room.com/artshow
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Free Photo Session with Santa at the Rheem Valley Shopping Center
Saturday, December 10, 12pm-3pm, Rheem Valley Shopping Center
Find the coupon here and bring your own camera!
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Diablo Fine Art Gallery hosts Make Your Own Ornament
Saturday, December 10, 12pm-3pm, Diablo Fine Art Gallery, 1535 Palos Verdes Mall, Walnut Creek
Join the Fun!!! Gallery artists will assist kids and adults in creating a special
holiday ornament. FREE ... with all supplies included!
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Free Family Holiday Fun at Orinda Theatre Square
Saturday, December 10, from 5-7pm
Meet the Frozen Princesses, plus photo booth, face painting, and horse and carriage rides. Free gourmet coffee and hot chocolate. Learn more here.
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WomenSing The Traditional...and the unexpected! Presents How Can I Keep From Singing?
Sunday, December 11, 4pm, First Presbyterian Church of Oakland, 2619 Broadway, Oakland
Wednesday, December 14, 8pm, Church of Santa Maria, Orinda, 40 Santa Maria Way, Orinda
We begin our journey with songs that reflect seasonal joy and offer comfort in the face of global unrest. Highlights include Jessica Locke's Reading of the Names, written in honor of the 343 firefighters who lost their lives at the World Trade Center, and the world premiere of Kirstina Rasmussen Collins' How Can I Keep From Singing? specially written for WomenSing. Complementing these pieces will be works by Rheinberger, Glick, Rutter, and an eclectic mix of lyrical, lively, and immortal English Christmas carols.
Tickets are $28 for general admission and $10 for students/youth 18 and under. Advance tickets are available up to 24 hours prior to each concert online here. Tickets will also be available at the door. For more information, contact info@womensing.org.
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Diablo Ballet Nutcracker Story Time
Tuesday, December 13, 4pm-5pm, Lafayette Library - Community Hall
Start your holidays with a delightful free storybook reading of this holiday classic. Diablo Ballet Teen Board members dress in costume to lead this interactive program where your child can be a part of the story. Bring the kids for a festive afternoon! Following this very special reading, you will have the opportunity to take photos with your favorite costumed Nutcracker characters. Admission is free for all ages. Information: diabloballet.org/events or (925) 943-1775 x2.
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Silent Movie Night at the Rheem Theatre
Saturday, December 17, 7pm, Rheem Theatre
1913 film Scrooge, based on Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol and other holiday short films. Lecture by Derek Zemrak. Live baby grand piano music by Patti Leidecker to accompany the silent films. Tickets will be $15. Learn more here.
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Free Photo with SANTA
Saturday, December 17, 11am-3pm, 5A Rent-A-Space, 455 Moraga Road
Families or individuals will receive a free photo & frame! Cookies, fruit, cocoa & candy canes will be served and children will complete arts & crafts. Fun for all ages. Everyone welcome.
(925) 643-2026 www.5Aspace.com
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Upcoming Lafayette Chamber Events Holiday Mixer at Bank of the WestWednesday, December 7, 5:30pm-7:30pm Join us for our Annual Holiday Mixer on Wednesday, December 7 at the Bank of the West from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Enjoy food from award winning restaurants and caterers. $10 for members; $20 for non-members or bring at least 3 canned food items for Food Bank and the admission is free. The Bank of the West is located at 3583 Mt. Diablo Blvd.  Ribbon Cutting at Stone Creek TileThursday, December 8, 5pm-5:30pm Stone Creek Tile is a family owned business offering all types of flooring, including natural stone, slab, porcelain, glass, ceramic, and hardwood - even hardwood as tile. They offer kitchen cabinets, custom countertops, and radiant underfloor heating. Come explore over 2000 sq. ft. of many different materials of tile and stone from all over the world! Stone Creek Tile is located at 2764 Camino Diablo, Walnut Creek. www.stonecreektile.comChamber Office Closed: Thursday, December 22 at noon through Monday, January 2 - reopening Tuesday, January 3 at 9am.
If you'd like to receive a text message reminder about these and other upcoming Lafayette Chamber events, email your full name and cel phone number to Sara at sara@lafayettechamber.org.
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