Spotted in downtown Orinda, this is one giant rooster.
Orinda Theatre Square
Last August we learned that Michale Friedes Design moved from their Orinda Theatre Square location and now a new educational program for girls has opened in this spot. Called the Intuitive Writing Project, An Educational Boutique for Girls, it teaches leadership skills to high school girls through writing workshops. There is also a tween program for girls aged 11 to 13.
From their website:
The Intuitive Writing Project facilitates curriculum-based empowerment programs for teenage girls. We teach leadership from the inside out, creating a safe space for girls to tell their story, speak their truth, and realize the value of their own intuitive voice. Through the experience of writing, sharing, and connecting with their peers, girls develop their confidence and discover their strengths.
65 Moraga Way, Orinda
The Danville-based MexCal restaurant that opened a year ago in downtown Orinda has now closed. They have nice chairs in Danville.
The Princess Bride Free Movie Showing:
Orinda Theatre
4 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Thursday, January 8th, 2015
7:00pm | FreeThe first free classic movie of 2015 will be ” The Princess Bride” on Thursday, January 8th at 7pm at Orinda Theatre.
Photo by Flickr user gt8073a
Orinda Wilder Sports Turf Field
101 Wilder Rd, Orinda
Friday, January 9th, 2015 – Friday, May 15th, 2015
7:00pm – 10:00pm | $75Season begins Friday, January 9th, 2015
Register now at http://baasl.leagueapps.com/leagues
On Thanksgiving news broke at Inside Bay Area about the Orinda School District kicking out a live-in nanny’s daughter for not technically residing in Orinda. A private investigator was hired by the Orinda School district who determined she resided at her grandmother’s house in Bay Point. However, the district reversed course this week and allowed her to remain at her Orinda school and today issued a statement about their decision:
Last month, the district notified the family of a student that the district’s residency requirement had not been met and that the student would not be permitted to continue attending a district school. In late November, after correspondence with the family and the submission of additional documentation, the district determined that the residency requirements had been fulfilled. The student remains enrolled in a district school.
How do you feel the Orinda School District acted by hiring a private investigator and initially kicking out the student? Did they go overboard or did they take the appropriate response to make sure that only local residents attend local Orinda schools?
Build Your Own Snowman & Kids Ornament Workshop:
Orinda Theatre Square
2 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Saturday, December 6th, 2014
12:00pm – 6:00pm | FreeJoin us for FREE Family Fun! Bring a toy to donate to Toys for Tots.
Saturday, December 6th
Real Snow Wonderland – Build Your Own Snowman / noon until the snow melts
Kids Ornament workshop hosted by Hello Tiara / 4-6 pm
Hitchcock’s To Catch a Thief Free Movie Showing:
Orinda Theatre
4 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Thursday, November 13th, 2014
7:00pm | FreeDon’t miss the November free movie of the month at Orinda Theatre on November 13th at 7pm with “To Catch A Thief”
Art of Mixology Cocktail Competition:
Orinda Theatre Square
Saturday, October 25th, 2014
4:30pm – 7:00pm | $45There will be 16 East Bay bars and professional bartenders competing in the first annual Art of Mixologycraft cocktail competition and tasting happening on October 25 at Orinda Theatre Square. The fundraiser, held from 4:30pm to 7:00pm, will support arts programs throughout Lamorinda. Bars from the cities of Oakland, Berkeley, Emeryville, Orinda, Lafayette and Walnut Creek will be crafting their tastiest cocktails in the hopes of earning cash, trophies and the claim to Mixologist of the Year.
Participating bars include: Oakland’s Flora Restaurant, Forge, Hutch Cocktails and Oysters, Lungomare and Toast Kitchen + Bar; Lafayette’s The Cooperage American Grille, Metro Lafayette, Roundup Saloon and Yankee Pier; Orinda’s Barbacoa, Casa Orinda and Table 24; Walnut Creek’s Corners Tavern and Walnut Creek Yacht Club; Revival Bar + Kitchen in Berkeley; and Honor Kitchen & Cocktails in Emeryville. The complete list of participating bars and bartenders can be seen at http://OrindaArts.org/
Mixology/Bartenders.
Rosemary’s Baby Free Movie Showing:
Orinda Theatre
4 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Thursday, October 9th, 2014
7:00pm | FreeLike most first-time mothers, Rosemary experiences confusion and fear. Her husband, an ambitious but unsuccessful actor, makes a pact with the devil that promises to send his career skyward.