Lamorinda Music
81 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette
Thursday, December 17th, 2015
7:30pm – 10:00pm | $5Come and play with Synergy Theater at our Third Thursday Improv Jam! Mix it up with awesome improvisers from all over the area, learn new formats, share some of your own, and just have a freakin’ blast! Just $5.00 to play or watch. Space limited to 20 jammers, so reserve your space right away by jotting a note to Kenn@SynergyTheater.com Hope to see you there!
Civic Park
1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Tuesday, December 15th, 2015
6:00pm – 8:00pm | $11Walnut Creek On Ice holiday festivities are in full swing. Visit with Santa during family night on Tuesday, December 15th between 6-8 pm and receive complimentary photos provided by Diablo Valley Credit Union. Bring a toy to donate to the Toys for Tots foundation and help the less fortunate children in your community this holiday season. The ice rink will be here through January 18th, so come on out and skate among twinkling lights in Civic Park. For more
Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Thursday, December 10th – Sunday, December 20th, 2015
$31 – $49Brimming with music and dance, love and laughter, spectacular special effects and scary ghosts, it’s no wonder the critics have called it “THE Christmas Carol to see in the Bay Area.” Join the thousands who make this theatrical event a part of their annual holiday traditions.
Indy 500 Champion Danny Sullivan:
Blackhawk Automotive Museum
3700 Blackhawk Plaza Cir, Danville
Saturday, December 12th, 2015
10:30am – 12:00pmDanny Sullivan is a former Indycar and Formula 1 race car driver whose racing career spanned two decades. He raced at Indianapolis 12 times, winning the Indianapolis 500 in 1985 in spectacular fashion with what became known as the “spin and win.” In 1988 Sullivan won the Michigan 500 and went on to win the CART Indycar series title for Roger Penske.
Danny worked on ABC/ESPN as a color commentator, raced at 24 Hours of Le Mans and had a video game released by Nintendo, Danny Sullivan’s Indy Heat, before he finally retired from racing in 1995. Sullivan was inducted into the Motorsports Walk of Fame in 2011.
Join us for this interesting presentation by a living legend. There will be a question and answer session after the talk. The lecture is free with admission and Museum Members are always free. Join the Museum today.
Downton Abbey: The Music and The Era with Dulais Rhys:
Walnut Creek Library
1644 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek
Thursday, December 10, 2015
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | FreeJoin professional musician and scholar Dulais Rhys for a look at Edwardian era art, culture and history as it relates to the hit television series Downton Abbey. Presentation will include slideshow and audio examples of the era’s arts, social developments, historical events and retrospective perceptions. Rhys will also discuss the popular music of the period along with television period drama theme tunes. Tea and cookies will be served. The sixth and final season of Downton Abbey returns to PBS on January 3. The show is PBS’ highest rated drama in 40 years.
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A Visual Feast Exhibit Artist Reception:
Jennifer Perlmutter Gallery
3620 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Thursday, December 10, 2015
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Free“A Visual Feast”, An exhibit featuring eight talented children’s book illustrators: Lou Fancher and Steve Johnson, Julie Downing, Jim LaMarche, Dan San Souci, April Chu, Elisa Kleven, Michael Slack. Exhibit runs Dec 10-31, 2015 with an artist reception on Dec 10, 6:30-8:30PM. Bring the kids for storytelling on Saturday. Dec 12 from 12-3PM. Readings by the children’s book illustrators. Get books signed and see the show!
December is a great time to take a moment and snuggle up with your family to read. The holidays bring us closer and our favorite books are a great way to slow down during the break. JPG supports authors and artists throughout the year with poetry, book signing and readings. These illustrations, paintings and collage work are familiar in some of our most popular children’s books of today. Original art, reproductions and children’s books for sale.
10% of all sales will be donated to the American Cancer Society.
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Free Movie Showing White Christmas:
Orinda Theatre
4 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Thursday, December 10, 2015
7:00 PM | FreeThe next free classic film is White Christmas on Thursday December 10th at 7pm at the Orinda Theatre.
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Town Hall Theatre
3535 School St, Lafayette
Saturday, December 5th – Saturday, December 19th, 2015Well, I’ve wrestled with reality for 35 years, Doctor, and I’m happy to state I finally won out over it.
This year, gather with your whole family for the magic tale of Elwood P. Dowd and his best friend — a 6-foot, 3-and-a-half-inch tall invisible rabbit named Harvey. What better way to warm up your holiday season, than with this imaginative classic!
Hacienda de las Flores
2100 Donald Dr, Moraga
Friday, December 4th – Sunday, December 6th, 2015Join us for the second annual Hacienda Holiday Faire at the beautiful, historic Hacienda de Las Flores in Moraga. Featuring over 50 local artisans from Lamorinda and the East Bay, all handcrafted, specialized items are ideal for your holiday gift giving needs. Our diverse group of artisans includes: Jewelry, Local Gourmet Foods (herbs, olive oils, honeys), Ceramics & Pottery, Local Wines, Bath & Body products, Candles, Handbags & Accessories, Floral Decorations & Wreaths, Garden Items, Toys, Cards & Paper Goods, Hand-sewn & Knit items, Pet gifts, Clothing, and Holiday Decorations. Come enjoy the festive atmosphere and find that perfect, affordable gift for your family, neighbors, friends, or teachers while supporting our local, talented artisans.
Downtown Walnut Creek
Cypress St, Walnut Creek
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FreeLive Entertainment
Del SoulFun Activities For The Whole Family
Visit with Santa at our North Bole Booth
Horse & Carriage Rides – $5 per person (Kids 6 & under free)
FREE Trolley Rides with Frosty the Snowman
FREE Hot Chocolate & Hot Apple Cider
Holidays Arts & Crafts with Civic ArtsFood Truck Mafia
Yummi BBQ & Slice of Italeigh
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