Worth the bridge toll: I Love Lucy Live on Stage at the Curran Theatre. Plus, outdoor ice skating in Walnut Creek and Alameda, classic cars, a literary luncheon, and more. Click here.

A smorgasbord of sight and sound, this year's medley promises to enchant and envelop you in the holiday spirit. The traditional first half quenches your thirst for ballet perfection, while the second half lets loose with a collection of fresh, fun, and fantastical pieces that truly uncork the senses. Click here for more information.

Our next entry in the free Classic Movie Series is To Catch a Thief, starring Cary Grant and Grace Kelly. This gorgeous gem, filmed in the South of France by master of suspense Alfred Hitchcock, plays November 13 on the big screen at the Orinda Theatre. Click here for more information!

The historic Pioneer Store built in 1855 is nearing completion of its renovation as the centerpiece of Park Plaza Shops in Downtown Lafayette. Look for Mariposa Baking Company and other specialty food retailers to open this spring in the heart of Downtown Lafayette. Call 1-888-322-MSPS or click here to learn more about this exciting new retail development by Main Street Property Services, Inc. Lic. #01087433.

Luxury remodeling company Douglah Designs has opened their second location in downtown Lafayette, this time a retail store featuring plumbing, tile, and lighting. Stop by their new state-of-the-art showroom in La Fiesta Square to look, feel, and experience the latest kitchen and bath products from luxury brands. Click here to learn more about the Bay Area's most beautiful showrooms. 

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 fourth night free, a 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 details.

Join us on Saturday, November 15, from 

9:30-11 a.m. as we explore what's new in bathroom design (some concepts can also be applied to a kitchen remodel). Learn about the latest design trends in beautiful bathrooms; see how to make limited space more functional; find out how to improve organizational storage; know what elements to consider when planning a master suite; plus much more...click here for more details.

The Napa Valley Film Festival lights up the picturesque towns of Napa, Yountville, St. Helena and Calistoga from November 12-16. The festival will feature celebrity attendees at red carpet screenings and special events, including Kevin Costner, Mike Myers, and Shailene Woodley. Click here for complete details and to purchase passes. 

Join Morrison's Jewelers in Orinda and Children's Health Guild at this all-day shopping event featuring Alienor fine wines and dazzling designs made from silver to sapphires, topaz to tourmaline. 10% of sales at this year's event go to Children's Health Guild supporting our worthy beneficiaries, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland and George Mark Children's House. Morrison's Jewelers is located at 35 Moraga Way in Orinda.

Join the Claremont Hotel and international best-selling author Kate Perry in ending childhood hunger at the 2^nd Annual Tate of the Nation East Bay. Sample delicious bites and drinks from the East Bay's best chefs, vintners, distillers and brewers. General admission tickets are $85. Click here for more information and here to buy your tickets. 

Broadway Plaza will be all decked out for the holidays as we celebrate the opening of our new South Broadway Parking Garage. Join us on Black Friday, November 28, as we commemorate this opening with exclusive shopper giveaways, amazing retailer offers, live entertainment and one very special celebrity guest - Santa Claus!  With ample parking, free valet and the center's stellar stores, say hello to hassle-free holiday shopping!

Discover Skulls now through November 30. Learn how an animal lived, what it ate and even how it died-just by looking at its skull. Explore fascinating marine animal skulls, including a hammerhead shark. Take another look at man's best friend and discover the diversity of dogs by comparing pug, poodle and pit-bull skulls. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.

Baseball is over and the parade's behind us. The rain has fallen and the sun has faded. Bring on the comfort food.

Spirited shopping at Prima Vini in Walnut Creek; Lafayette's new bakery; say "cheese" at Wente; and fall menus and special events.