IN THE APRIL ISSUE OF
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Chasing the Light
How Orinda-based architectural photographer Russell Abraham makes the world's most beautiful homes look even better.
Tech Boom
As high-tech companies pop up from the port of Oakland to the tip of the Tri-Valley, the East Bay's economic future is white hot. Meet the game changers, innovators, and visionaries right here in our backyard.
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We have a Pet Madness winner! Keep reading below to find out which lucky pet received the most votes in our popular annual contest. Have a great week!
Diablo's A-List is your V.I.P. Ticket to East Bay Living. 
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BENTLEY WALNUT CREEK AND THE NEW CONTINENTAL GT V8 S HAVE ARRIVED
Click below to stay informed
Bentley Walnut Creek is now open for business in the East Bay and just in time to introduce the new Bentley Continental GT V8 S. To mark the arrival of this stunning new Bentley, they'll be hosting exclusive events throughout the year. Click here if you'd like to stay informed or call (888) 759-8982. 
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BENTLEY AND MASERATI ARE MOVING...FAST!
New home for Bentley and Maserati of Walnut Creek
Maserati of Walnut Creek is moving to its new state-of-the-art facility at 2330 N. Main Street in mid-April. Take the opportunity to come by and visit them at their new home. Bentley will also be making the move next door to Maserati on 1425 Parkside Drive, which will be Bentley's temporary home while the permanent showroom is under construction. Click here to visit online or call (925) 444-2000.
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 EXPLORE A PHILIPPINE CORAL REEF
California Academy of Sciences
Find Nemo-and 2,000 other reef fish-darting through a technicolor forest of coral in the world's deepest living coral reef tank. Watch garden eels emerge from their underwater burrows, admire the brilliant hues of a giant clam, and catch the Coral Reef Dive Show; daily at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Dive show is free with admission to the California Academy of Sciences. Click here to learn more and buy tickets. |
 BATHSIMPLE CUSTOM BATHROOM REMODELING
An entirely new way to create your dream bathroom
We take care of every step of your bathroom remodel. Have our experts create a design specifically for you, easily find the best products from our curated selection, and keep your life free of deliveries until the day construction starts. Our licensed team ensures a seamless installation. Click here for more information.
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 SONOMA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
April 2 - 6
Join us for an intimate celebration of unforgettable cinema at the 17th Annual Sonoma International Film Festival, and the best of local food and fine wine on Sonoma's historic plaza. This unique 5-day event offers 106 films from 22 countries at 8 screening venues. Plus, world-class cuisine from local artisans and exceptional wine from Sonoma vintners. |
 FREE MOVIE NIGHT WITH JERRY MATHERS
Film and TV icon comes to Orinda on April 10
Alfred Hitchcock's under seen masterpiece THE TROUBLE WITH HARRY is our next free movie at the Orinda Theatre. This time, we will have one of the film's stars on hand to introduce the film. Jerry Mathers, best known for Leave It To Beaver, will be our special guest. Click here for a Q&A about the movie! |
 JOIN US AT THE QUAD
Thursday, April 10, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
The hottest fitness trends in one motivating location, we've reinvented the gym. Work out in an inspiring urban setting where workout boredom never happens and your muscles are always confused. Single day, punch cards, or monthly memberships available for CrossFit, Boxing, Barre and Air Fit. The grand opening is Thursday, April 10 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Located at 5860 West Las Positas Boulevard in Pleasanton. Click here or call (925) 271-5639 for more information.
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 A&J FENCING
Deck season is finally here!
Feeling like it's time for an uplift in your backyard? Well you're in luck because deck season is finally here! A&J Fencing has everything you need to jump-start that gorgeous new backyard project. Go see the show room for all of their beautiful Timbertech Deck collection displays. Don't wait, click here to visit the website or call (925) 418-7251 today!
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 FORE! ARF
April 14
Join ARF for a day on the green at the popular FORE! ARF golf tournament April 14 at Crow Canyon Country Club in Danville. Get in some tee time while supporting ARF's life-saving programs! Enjoy lunch, on-course games, hosted bar and hors d'oeuvres, an awards presentation, silent auction, and more! |
"THE BEST HOME TOUR OF THE EAST BAY"
Friday and Saturday, April 25 and 26
Tour Tickets are now on sale to see homes dressed up from their early to mid-20th century roots in the Piedmont and Oakland Hills, showcased at the Heart of the Home tour from the Children's Support League of the East Bay. Get loads of trendy ideas to remodel and revitalize home sweet home. Shop the pop-up Boutique, have lunch, and try your luck at our raffle. Get tickets here.
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THE 3RD ANNUAL SPRING OF THE VINE WINE EVENT
Sunday, April 27, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Spring of The Vine is a unique New Release Wine Event with cuisine, live music, and an artist showcase set in distinctive surroundings at Wine & Roses in Lodi, California. This intimate affair will feature select Lodi wineries highlighting their light reds, whites, and rosés. Hotel packages are available. Click here for tickets, here to email or call (209) 371-6160 for more information.
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NAPA SONOMA MAGAZINE AMAZING MOBILE APP
Now available for your tablet or phone
The newest issue of Napa Sonoma magazine comes to life! See animated video, slideshows, and picture galleries of the chefs, winemakers, trailblazers and entrepreneurs that make Wine Country their home. See this issue with expanded content for just $4.99, or subscribe for a year for only $9.99 and receive a bonus issue of Wine Country Concierge, our visitors guide to all things Wine Country. |
PET MADNESS WINNER
Thanks for voting!
Congratulations to sweet Spencer, a 13-year-old Maine Coon kitty, for getting the most votes in our Pet Madness contest! Spencer beat out runner-up Stevie Ray, a rescued Boston Terrier, with more than 100 votes. Spencer's owner, Pleasant Hill resident Debbie Suslow, is headed to Jack's Restaurant and Bar in Pleasant Hill. Thank you to everyone who entered their pets in the contest and voted. Until next year ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN: REAL ESTATE 1031 EXCHANGES
April 30 at 12 p.m., downtown Oakland
Are you considering selling your investment property and then purchasing other similar property? Join host Jim Bell from Bell Investment Advisors, and guest speaker Scott Fong from SIFF Investment Services, for a complimentary lunch presentation on using 1031 Exchanges to leverage your wealth while limiting tax liability. Call (800) 700-0089, ext.100 to RSVP and click here for more information.
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STUDENT PHOTO CONTEST TO HELP SAVE MOUNT DIABLO
Submissions due by April 30
Student photos can help save Mount Diablo. Save Mount Diablo wants to see the Diablo wilderness through the next generation's eyes with their second annual Scholastic Photo Contest. Students, Kindergarten through 12th grade in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties, can win a $1,000 Apple gift
card, have their photo in Diablo magazine and be featured in a travelling exhibit. Deadline for submissions is April 30. Click here to learn more.
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WEEKLY DISH: NEW PLANS FOR WALNUT CREEK ROOFTOP DINING
Ambitious downtown project gets another tweak
Rooftop dining plans; Smitten debuts in Rockridge; Candy Counter opens in Walnut Creek; crawfish boils in Berkeley; and more in this week's Dish!
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EXCLUSIVE RATE FOR A-LIST MEMBERS
Subscribe to Diablo for only $18
Thank you for being an A-list subscriber. No, really! We'd like to thank you with a special promotion: Subscribe to Diablo magazine for just $18! You'll save 10% off our regular subscription price, and 70% off newsstand rates. Click here to subscribe online for only $18 and use this promo code: A-List18.
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