Walnut Creek's centennial is celebrated in works of art at Bedford Gallery. Plus, the Eat Real Festival in Jack London Square, an SFMOMA and Oakland Museum collaboration, classic cars in Danville, and more.

Save up to 20% at California Closets during our Autumn Upgrade Event, you can add the luxury and elegance you dream about and save money, too. Until October 31, you can receive a free upgrade to any of our Lago finishes for the price of white. Choose from our wide variety of rich woodgrain finishes and enhance any décor in any room of your house. Schedule a free design consultation today.

Now's the time to take off for Tahoe. Not just for the warm days, cool nights, and uncrowded trails and golf courses - but also to indulge in everything this four-diamond resort offers: a spa, casino, four restaurants, a private resort beach, a heated lagoon-style pool, and more. Enjoy very attractive rates. Details are here.

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 seven days a week! For more details on the Broadway Plaza redevelopment, click here.

The Plumbery, Luxury Bath & Kitchen in Dublin understands you want possibilities with affordability-and they offer it. Visit its beautiful showroom of decorative bathroom and kitchen fixtures today. Mention this A-List when you spend $750 or more on kitchen 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.

Join the City of Dublin on Saturday, September 20 for "splatter . . . not your ordinary food, wine and art festival", from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Emerald Glen Park. Enjoy world class wines and diverse cuisine from the Livermore Valley, live music, arts and crafts, food trucks, hands-on art activities and more. Double Funk Crunch performs at 6:30 p.m. with fireworks at 8 p.m. Click here for more information. 

Families, friends, survivors, and caregivers: Come to Bishop Ranch 8 and walk with us! Our American Heart Association Heart Walk is on Sunday, September 21, at 8 a.m. Join us for fundraising, the Kid Zone, and an inflatable brain that has interactive stroke lessons. Kids, dogs, and cats are all welcome. Click here and help the fight against heart disease and stroke. 

Explore the fascinating history, science, and impacts of pandemics in the latest addition of Brilliant!Science, from September 24-29. Grab a cocktail at Outbreak NightLife or attend the Pandemic Family Festival and meet the team that keeps our 38,000 live animals healthy and happy, from African penguins and rainforest birds to tropical reef fishes and invertebrates. Click here to learn more. 

Coyote is committed to grilling perfection: So much so that nothing is left to chance. Each grill is fully assembled at the factory, so there's nothing for you to do but enjoy a truly unmatched cooking experience. The Ultimate Grill is available at dozens of local retailers, courtesy of distributor Purcell Murray. Call 

(800) 892-4040 to find a dealer, or click here to learn more.

Thanks to all who are attending Alameda County Community Food Bank's Savor the Season fundraiser, sponsored by Diablo, this Sunday, September 21. The event is sold out, but you can still contribute to the event by clicking here and donating to the Food Bank. Your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar by an anonymous donor to help our neighbors in need.

Whether you're planning a company holiday party or an intimate festive event between friends and family, you can expect impeccable service and impressive attention to detail when Bridges Restaurant and Bar is part of the special celebration. Bridges offers elegant dining areas that can hold up to 200, and a contemporary bar and lounge. Let celebrity Chef Kevin Gin exceed culinary expectations with his seasonal and organic selections. Now accepting holiday reservations. Visit Bridges at 44 Church Street in Danville. Click here for more information. 

Grab those running or walking shoes and register for this family-friendly event. This one mile or 5K run, stroll, or roll along the Lafayette Moraga Trail runs behind Las Trampas. Registration is $25 per person and includes a T-shirt, brunch, games and free raffle.  Register the day of or click here for more information.

Please join us on September 27 at the Blackhawk Country Club for an exciting gala celebration of Teen Esteem's 20th anniversary of service to Tri-Valley youth and their families. Teen Esteem has equipped young people to make informed and healthy choices since 1984. Click here to purchase tickets. The deadline is Friday, so buy your tickets today! 

Come join us on Thursday, October 9 from 

6:30-8 p.m. at the Diablo Country Club. Learn about the latest remodeling design trends, such as incorporating less formal and more functional designs; using white as a primary color for modern kitchens; installing fewer wall cabinets; understanding the increased popularity of furniture-quality cabinets; choosing larger kitchen sinks; selecting quartz instead of granite countertops; utilizing induction cooktops; and much more. Click here for more details.

Come eat, drink, and party at the event of the year! Presented by Diablo magazine and Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, this delicious event features offerings from dozens of restaurants, wineries, and breweries, as well as dancing. Proceeds benefit the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. This event will sell out, so purchase your tickets today.

EMBARK on an extraordinary journey across 5,000 years of Chinese civilization! From ancient dynasties to the modern day, witness inspiring stories and legends come alive on stage. Featuring classical Chinese dance, a full orchestra, exquisite costumes, and dazzling animated backdrops, Shen Yun will transport you to another world. Call 1-888-633-6999 or click here for more information.

Click here to learn about the sparkling live seafood tank at Mayflower Seafood in Dublin, and what drew our editor's interest to the tank.

Ice cream news; Italian restaurant update; hip Oak-town openings; wine festivals; and BYOBags, no more plastic in Walnut Creek! Click here for the full report.