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IN THE AUGUST ISSUE OF
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Touchdown Hollywood
De La Salle's legendary football program is ready for its close-up. Meet the team behind When the Game Stands Tall.
 
Under the Lights
A local photographer captures the guts and glory of high school football in the East Bay.
 
49ers Stadium Guide
Levi's Stadium is eco-friendly, has superfast wi-fi, and sells 40+ kinds of beer. Oh, and there's a game to watch as well.
 
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Lots of outdoor activities this week before summer wraps up and school is back in session. Keep reading for our can't-miss events, and don't forget to check out our free movie at the Orinda Theatre later this week. Enjoy! 


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TOP TICKETS: AUGUST 14-20
Our can't-miss events of the week

There ain't no mountain high enough to keep us from Motown the Musical. Plus, classic cars, honey tasting, Fairyland at night, De La Salle on the silver screen, and more.

BROADWAY PLAZA'S SUMMER CONCERT SERIES CONTINUES
Check out Foreverland this Thursday!

Broadway Plaza's free Summer Concerts continue on Thursdays in August. All shows are held from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Stanford's Parking Lot at Broadway Plaza. Performances that remain include Foreverland (8/14), Stealin' Chicago (8/21) and Joel The Band (8/28). Click here for all concert details.

FREE REMODELING SEMINAR: SMALL KITCHEN, SMART DESIGN, BIG RESULTS
Remodeling options for a small kitchen

If you have a small kitchen and are wondering what to do with it, then come join us on Wednesday, August 20, from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Learn how to create a focal point that enhances your kitchen space, design an ideal gathering place to entertain friends and family, and maximize the interior function of your cabinets to create additional storage space. Click here for more details.

BROADWAY PLAZA IS BEAUTY IN THE MAKING
The East Bay's favorite fashion destination is open during fresh-faced renovations!

Broadway Plaza is undergoing a makeover to renew and refresh your shopping experience.  Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Macy's and more than 35 specialty retailers are open. Parking is available or you can enjoy our complimentary valet, offered 7 days a week! For more details on the Broadway Plaza Redevelopment, click here.

AN UN4GETTABLE TEST DRIVE EVENT!
Thursday, August 14, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
 

Join us at East Bay BMW in Pleasanton and drive the Un4Gettable BMW 4 Series against the competition for this exclusive one day event! Sam's Chowder Mobile from Half Moon Bay will be on site serving up their famous lobster rolls, fish n chips and more! Space is limited so click here to sign up now. The event is located at 4350 Rosewood Drive in Pleasanton. Call (888) 812-8550 for more information.

FREE MOVIE: LAWRENCE OF ARABIA
Best Picture winner screens August 14
 

The month's free movie is one that absolutely must be seen on the big screen. It's the Oscar-winning epic, Lawrence of Arabia, and we're showing it for free in the big theatre in Orinda. Click here for the info!

BLUEGRASS SUNSET SOCIAL
August 15

The Bluegrass Sunset Social is one of the Garden's most well-attended events of the year. Bring the whole family for an evening of fun, and don't forget your dancing shoes! Featuring the Alhambra Valley Band, BBQ and Beer: The event takes place from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., and tickets are $15 per person in advance. Call (925) 944-9352 for more information or click here to purchase tickets.

RODNEY WORTH WINS BEST CHEF
Local celebrity chef is a five-time winner!
 

Executive Chef Rodney Worth is proud to have been voted "Best Chef" in 2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014. Chef Worth, owner of five restaurants in the East Bay and one in Napa, has a passion for cooking which is highlighted in his original recipes. He uses only the finest local ingredients, including sustainably-raised beef, free-range poultry and wild or line-caught seafood. You can find his restaurants in Danville, Blackhawk, Alamo, and in downtown Napa on the river. Click here for more information.

ORINDA JAZZ FESTIVAL
Sunday, August 17

Award winning jazz artists! Après jazz party! Fun activities! Free workshop! Celebrate the 4th annual Orinda Jazz Festival this Sunday, August 17 from 

2 p.m. - 8 p.m., at the Orinda Library Auditorium, featuring Amikaeyla Gaston, Mads Tolling, Carol Alban, Ila Cantor, Brian Byrnes and others. Buy concert tickets with a 20% discount for a limited time while supplies last. Click here and enter code OJFDMG upon checkout.

SKETCH A SKULL
California Academy of Sciences

Examine a skull through the eyes of an artist at the drawing station at the new Skulls exhibit.  Grab a pencil and a sheet of paper as you try your hand at different scientific illustration techniques. Let your inner artist shine as you learn how to capture a skull's distinctive shape, proportions, and features. Click here to get tickets.

CALIFORNIA CLOSETS
Summer savings event!

During our Drawers and Doors Upgrade event, you can add style and sophistications to your storage system and save money too. Until August 31, you can save up to $500 on all of our beautiful doors and drawers to make your California Closets system uniquely yours! Call (925) 687-5033 or visit a design studio to arrange for a complimentary design consultation.

NEW SEASON, NEW DISCOVERIES
Chabot Space & Science Center

There's something refreshing about the start of the school year-fresh clothes, new and exciting challenges.  It's a feeling of renewal - a universal transition from light-hearted summer to a more purposeful season. Head up to Chabot this fall and explore the wonders of the cosmos-laser light planetarium shows, workshops, telescope viewing, live science shows, speaker series and more. The Universe, on us.

11TH ANNUAL DANVILLE 
ART & WINE STROLL
Thursday, August 21, 2014
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Enjoy a fun-filled evening of art appreciation, wine tasting, small bites, the latest offerings from our shops, live music, a commemorative wine glass and trolley rides during the 11th Annual Art and Wine Stroll in Danville. Tickets are $35 each. This event has sold out in past years, so be sure to reserve your glass early. Click here for more information.

SAVE THE DATE FOR FAMILY FUN AT SOUL ON THE GREEN
Saturday, August 23

Support children at Soul on the Green, the 3rd annual family-friendly food and concert benefit for the Child Abuse Prevention Council on Saturday, August 23 at 

5 p.m. at the Diablo Country Club. Kids will enjoy the Children's Zone with games, prizes and fun entertainment for all. Enjoy food trucks, wine, live music, a silent auction, raffle prizes and more. Tickets for $40 for adults and free admission for children. Click here to purchase tickets.

MUIR HERITAGE LAND TRUST
25TH ANNIVERSARY GALA
Saturday, August 23

Please join Muir Heritage Land Trust for our 25th Anniversary Gala -- the Silver Celebration! Master of Ceremonies Doug McConnell hosts an epicurean farm to-table field dinner at the historic Fernandez Ranch. Local wines, live music with Ray Obiedo and lots of fun! Special V.I.P. ranch tours are available. The event takes place on Saturday, August 23 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Click here for tickets or call (925) 228-5460.

THE PLUMBERY, LUXURY BATH & KITCHEN IN DUBLIN
Special offer for A-listers 

The Plumbery, Luxury Bath & Kitchen in Dublin understands you want possibilities with affordability-and they offer it. Visit their beautiful showroom of decorative bathroom and kitchen fixtures today. Mention this A-List when you spend $750 or more on bathroom fixtures and receive a free gift valued at $100. One offer per household. Click here to learn more about The Plumbery or call (925) 829-1234.

DECADENT AFFAIR 2014, W&R'S EXCLUSIVE WEDDING EVENT
Sunday, August 24, 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
 

Don't miss this signature bridal event! Brides and grooms get the chance to meet top of the line vendors, experience a bridal fashion showcase, taste specialty food and drink, participate in contests, and win vendor prize giveaways. Be inspired by the latest trends in weddings! Tickets are $30.00 per person. Hotel packages are available. Click here for tickets and call (209) 371-6160 for more information. 

LVPAC LOBSTER CLAMBAKE
September 13 at Wente Vineyards
 

Join us for the Second Annual Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center Lobster Clambake, supporting the Bankhead Theater and Bothwell Arts Center. Enjoy an exceptional evening of casual elegance, featuring an authentic New England style lobster clambake, Wente Vineyards award winning wines and live music. Sponsored by Land Rover Jaguar Livermore. Click here for more information or call (925) 373-6800 for tickets. 

REJUVENATE AND TIGHTEN YOUR SKIN WITH EVELYN BLUMIN, RN
Special offer for A-listers at Dr. Leung's in Danville
 

A-listers, it's time to tighten and rejuvenate your skin! Take advantage of 50% off your first laser treatment, with the Sciton BBL skin rejuvenation and skin tightening laser, treating the face neck and chest. Let Evelyn Blumin, RN, treat your pigmented lesions, acne, uneven skin texture, redness, rosacea and skin laxity. Call (925) 831-1317 for more information today. Offer ends August 31.

FREE NIGHTS, RESORT CREDITS AND MORE IN HAWAII
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
 

Fall is upon us and the golden Kohala Coast on Hawaii, the Big Island is calling!  Relax and enjoy the beauty of Kauna'oa Bay with every 4th night free, daily breakfast buffet and up to $1,000 resort credit at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. Experience renewed luxury accommodations, exquisite dining, championship golf, seaside tennis and much more! Offer valid through December 19, 2014. Click here for more information.

WHAT'S IN STORE: DRIPPING IN JEWELRY
Our weekly retail report

This week, jewelry reigns supreme. Find cool products from a familiar name, check out a new designer, and visit a store that has reopened in downtown Walnut Creek. Plus, back-to-school deals, tunes at Broadway plaza, events, sales, and more.

SIDE DISH: TRECCIA CIOCCOLATO AT 54 MINT II FORNO
Get your-Italian-pastry fix at a new Walnut Creek bakery
 

Enjoy café seating with excellent calzones, quiches, focaccia sandwiches, and ready made lunch salads at 54 Mint II Forno. Save room and treat yourself to the braided Treccia Cioccolato. Click here to learn more about this new Walnut Creek bakery.

STAR STUDENTS: CHANGING LIVES ONE GARMENT AT A TIME
The Bay Area teen with a closet unlike any other

Click here to learn more about the founder of 1Closet and the way this newly graduated high school senior has planned for her local organization to continue as she heads off to college this fall.

WEEKLY DISH: HOME/MADE IS ALWAYS BEST
Our weekly food report

Forget about the music, Outside Lands is a foodie fest; Oakland boasts a Knife Fight television star, not-so-small bites arrive in Walnut Creek, and a new bakery café in Moraga! Click here to read more.

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