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IN THE DECEMBER ISSUE OF
DIABLO
MAGAZINE

Threads of Hope
Meet six East Bay heroes who provide food, clothes, and inspiration to the neediest in our community.

Party Time!
East Bay caterer Paula LeDuc designs soirees for the rich and famous. Find out how to 
re-create her magic at home.

Destination Tahoe
This winter, head to the mountains to eat, drink, shop, and ski. Here are the best places to play in Tahoe.

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We have lots of fun for you this holiday week, including our guide to the best of Tahoe, which just got some serious snow. We have the scoop on Corners Tavern's new chef - plus more food news in Dish. And we have an invitation! We hope you'll join us at our Threads of Hope event on December 3 at Orinda Theatre. But mostly, we want to wish you a Very Happy Thanksgiving!

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HELLER JEWELERS' JUDITH RIPKA AND PESAVENTO CLOSEOUT SALE
December 1-31.

Heller Jewelers in San Ramon is making way for new designers so others have to go! For the entire month of December, all in stock Judith Ripka and Pesavento jewelry is 50% off! The discount applies to in-stock merchandise only; no special orders or lay-aways. All sales are final. Click here to learn more about all of our special events and promotions or call (925) 904-0200.
A PLACE FOR BIKES & PETS
Sharp Bicycle, La Fiesta Square.

Take a ride to the heart of Lafayette and bring your four-legged friend with you. From quality bicycles to the best of canine accessories, La Fiesta Square has everything you need for your next activity. Visit La Fiesta Square this holiday season to discover something adventurous. La Fiesta Square is located in The Heart of Lafayette at Mt. Diablo and Oak Hill Road. Click here to learn more.
MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM
The gift of membership.

Share the love with friends or family this holiday season with a gift of membership to the Monterey Bay Aquarium! Members have year-round access to an astonishing underwater world full of playful sea otters, jewel-like
jellies and hundreds of unforgettable animals. Plus, with the gift of a
membership, you are helping save the ocean for future generations to come. Click here to gift a membership.
THREADS OF HOPE
December 3

Each year, Diablo magazine honors the work of nonprofit volunteers throughout the East Bay. 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. Join us on December 3 to celebrate the hard working volunteers of the East Bay and congratulate them on their accomplishments. Click here to RSVP.
BISHOP O'DOWD HIGH SCHOOL
Time of giving.

We are grateful for the support that donors provide in order for us to transform lives and make positive change happen at Bishop O'Dowd High School. At O'Dowd, 30% of our students rely on financial aid and your gifts enrich their lives and the lives of all of our students every day of the year. We wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season and invite you to consider a gift during this time of giving.
IT'S TOO BIG TO MISS
California Academy of Sciences.

Discover Whales: Giants of the Deep at the California Academy of Sciences, now through November 29. Marvel at enormous sperm whale skeletons, crawl through a life-sized replica of a blue whale heart, and "dive" to great depths with a mighty sperm whale wrestling giant squid. It's too big to miss. Developed and presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. Click here to get tickets and learn more.  
SOUL 4 THE SEASON COMES TO WALNUT CREEK
December 4.

"Soul 4 the Season" is a holiday journey that will take you from spiritual numbers to lighthearted favorites. It features the lead singer of Cold Blood, Lydia Pense, internationally known vocalist, Paula Harris, Dana Moret, the dynamic leader of Mr. December, and the chanteuse of jazz, soul, and blues, Terrie Odabi. Click here to get tickets and learn more.
PACIFIC UNION ORINDA HAS MOVED
Contact us today.

Pacific Union's new Orinda office, opened in July 2015. Located at 51 Moraga Way, the office sits across from Theatre Square. Contact us today to get in touch with one of our experienced Orinda real estate professionals, all of whom are experts in the Contra Costa/Alameda County real estate market. Whether you are selling your current home or looking for your dream home, we look forward to partnering with you.
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO TAHOE
Here are the best places to eat, play and stay.

It's been dumping snow in Tahoe-and it's a winter wonderland around the lake. Grab your down jacket and head up the hill to our picks for the most fun on and off the slopes. Click
here for Diablo's Ultimate Guide to Tahoe.
THE CHILDREN'S HEALTH GUILD HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE & LUNCHEON
December 11.

The Children's Health Guild Holiday Boutique & Luncheon on December 11 at the Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco is a wonderful way to ring in the season of giving with a festive shopping boutique followed by a seated luncheon featuring NBC Bay Area journalist, Diane Dwyer. Funds raised will benefit UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland and George Mark Children's House. Click here to purchase tickets by November 27. 
THANKSforGIVING SPECIAL SUBSCRIPTION OFFER
Subscribe and 20% is donated to charity.

Subscribe to Diablo magazine and 20% of your subscription rate will be donated to the charity of your choice. For just $20, you can give subscriptions to your family and friends, and give to your favorite cause. Subscribe and use promo code: DONATE20. 
2015 THREADS OF HOPE AWARDS HONOREES
Changing our community for the better.

Click here to read how we are honoring those who strengthen the fabric of our community. Diablo's 2015 Threads of Hope honorees embody the true spirit of the season.
SIDE DISH: CORNERS TAVERN
Ready for action.

Corner's Tavern has a new chef, Adam Carpenter, who was Diablo's 2013 pick for Chef for the Year. And his new menu at Corners does not disappoint. As more shops open in the Broadway Plaza revamp, Corners is likely to be Walnut Creek's new hot spot. Get the scoop here.
DISH: SHAKE UP AT HAVEN
Our weekly food report.

What's next for Chevalier; new hot spots in Concord, and a Black Friday restaurant deal. Click here to read our full Dish.
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