Name: The Biggest Gift
Start: 2025-12-19T18:30:00-08:00
Location: Lesher Center for the Arts

Lesher Center for the Arts

At a time when tradition matters, The Biggest Gift is THE family event of the season! Christmas is in trouble someone has stolen Santa's letters, and without them, Christmas cannot continue! Join Tucker the Elf and a cast of lively toys as they embark on a festive adventure to solve the mystery and save the holiday. Full of laughter, heart, and holiday spirit, The Biggest Gift is a magical experience the whole family will cherish! approx. 45 minutes, with no intermission

Performance Schedule: 
Thursday, December 18th: 9:30am, 11:00am 
Friday, December 19th: 9:30am, 6:30pm 
Saturday, December 20th: 11:00am, 2:00pm, 4:00pm 
Sunday, December 21st: 11:00am, 1:00pm

Local Event: The Biggest Gift 

Contra Costa County

Angela Woodall

Bay Area

Walnut Creek

California

The Biggest Gift 

At a time when tradition matters, The Biggest Gift is THE family event of the season! Christmas is in trouble someone has...

Shop local and soak up the holiday spirit at the Concord Holiday Market. Featuring local artisans, festive food and drinks, live music, and unique gifts—all in downtown Concord. Sat 12/19/25 4pm to 9pm, Sun 12/20/25, 2pm to 9pm.Don't forget to vote for your favorite window during the Todos Santos Snowy Scenes Showdown while you're there!

Local Event: Concord Holiday Market

Concord

Concord Holiday Market

Shop local and soak up the holiday spirit at the Concord Holiday Market. Featuring local artisans, festive food and drinks,...

Claremont Resort & Club

Are you ready for some HOLIDAY MAGIC?Join us&nbsp;for this year's final&nbsp;performance of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.conjuring.live/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">CONJURING WONDER</a>&nbsp;on Friday, December 19th&nbsp;at 7:00 PM.
The halls of the Claremont Resort &amp;&nbsp;Club are decked out with their&nbsp;holiday adornments -- it's a&nbsp;veritable Winter Wonderland these days...you should see it! So, gather your family and friends and experience all THE WONDER this holiday season.
<a href="https://www.conjuring.live/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Tickets are now available at www.conjuring.live.</a>
And with only 16&nbsp;seats available,&nbsp;the final show of the year will likely sell out fast.
See you at the show!

Local Event: CONJURING WONDER - Magic: Up-Close & Personal

Lamorinda

CONJURING WONDER - Magic: Up-Close & Personal

Are you ready for some HOLIDAY MAGIC?Join us for this year's final performance of CONJURING WONDER on Friday, December 19th at...

The Douglas Morrisson Theatre

Performances December 12-14 and 19-21, 2025
Show times: Fri, Dec 12 (7:30); Sat, Dec 13 (1:00/6:00); Sun, Dec 14 (1:00/6:00); Fri, Dec 19 (7:30); Sat, Dec 20 (1:00/6:00); Sun, Dec 21 (1:00/6:00)
Details and Tickets at <a href="https://www.californiarevels.org/tickets.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.californiarevels.o...</a>
We invite you into a medieval Feast of Fools, where kings become fools, and fools become kings. It will take all of us together to sort through the chaos and to bring back the Light.
Enjoy this immersive performance, where you have a chance to sing and even dance along!
California Revels seeks to create a joyful, transcendent experience of belonging and human connection through meaningful, participatory engagement with tradition and cultural diversity, in recognition of our deep alignment with the rhythms of Nature, universally held values, and collective future.

Local Event: Celebrate Midwinter with California Revels!

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Gather the family for a magical morning at Gibson’s Irish Pub as Santa arrives for a festive breakfast feast. 

When: December 20th
Time: 10AM-12PM
Price: $25 per person (Children 2 and under are free)
Each ticket comes with:
- breakfast buffet
- hot chocolate bar
- photo with Santa
- holiday activities for the kids
- holiday music and joy
TICKETS ARE LIMITED SO BOOK NOW
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breakfast-with-santa-at-gibsons-irish-pub-tickets-1976924567599" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breakfast-with-santa-at-gibsons-irish-pub-tickets-1976924567599</a>

Local Event: Breakfast with Santa at Gibson's Irish Pub

Breakfast with Santa at Gibson's Irish Pub

Gather the family for a magical morning at Gibson’s Irish Pub as Santa arrives for a festive breakfast feast.  

When: December...

Woodhall - Orindawoods Clubhouse

<h3>Honoring the Light Within the Darkness</h3><h3> </h3><h3>This special evening will honor the seasonal shift with grounding meditation, Shamanic journey, crystal bowl sound healing, sacred ritual, and meaningful time for reflection. Together, we’ll embrace the light within the darkness and create space to move into the new year with intention.</h3>
 The Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year, is a universal symbol of hope and renewal. Across the world, diverse cultures celebrate this return of light through traditions such as Christmas, Hanukkah, and the Festival of Lights. At our gathering, we’ll weave together these themes of illumination with grounding meditation, Shamanic drumming, the lighting of candles, and heartfelt opportunities for reflection and sharing.
Guiding us is Deer Mother, a timeless figure celebrated across cultures for carrying the sun’s light in her antlers and heralding the return of brighter days. Her wisdom reminds us to embrace the light within the darkness and to carry hope as we journey toward renewal.
Whether you are new to this tradition or a returning participant, you are warmly invited to join our circle as we create a sacred space to honor this season’s magic and step into the holidays with meaning and intention.<h3>Elements of the Evening</h3>
<ul><li>Grounding Meditation: A calming practice to settle into the space and connect with the present moment.</li><li>Shamanic Drumming Journey: A guided experience to connect with Deer Mother and the wisdom of the season.</li><li>Crystal Bowl Sound Healing: Relax to the resonant tones of crystal bowls, designed to restore balance and harmony.</li><li>Sacred Rituals: Candle lighting and intention-setting to honor the return of light and prepare for the year ahead.</li><li>Heartfelt Sharing: Opportunities to connect with others in the circle and share reflections.</li></ul>
Your facilitators&nbsp;are:
Shannon Hopkins &amp;&nbsp;Erica Skone-Rees 
Tiered Pricing:
-Supported - $75 - For those who need financial support to attend. 
-Sustainer - $100 - Reflects the true cost and sustains the retreat offerings. 
-Benefactor - $125 - Helps cover others in need and supports future gatherings.&nbsp; <h4> </h4>
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Local Event: Winter Solstice Ceremony 

Winter Solstice Ceremony 

Honoring the Light Within the Darkness This special evening will honor the seasonal shift with grounding meditation, Shamanic...

The Sanctuary of Sufism Reoriented, 11 White Horse Court (just off Boulevard Way) 

On
Sunday, December 21, 2025, Sufism Reoriented will host Upon
a Midnight Clear, a choral holiday concert filled with songs and
stories Celebrating
the Light. This festive evening will also feature warm drinks, sweet treats,
and a living nativity scene with live animals.
Doors will be
open from 4:30 to 7:00 pm—come when you can and stay as long as you like. All
are welcome to this free event!
Guest parking
is available on site. To help avoid bottlenecks, please follow the monitors’
directions and continue moving until they guide you into a space. Overflow
parking is located one block away at 1326 Boulevard Way. Walking or carpooling
is encouraged.
Please refrain
from parking in front of our neighbors’ homes. Thank you!

Local Event: “Upon a Midnight Clear” – A Choral Holiday Concert

“Upon a Midnight Clear” – A Choral Holiday Concert

On
Sunday, December 21, 2025, Sufism Reoriented will host Upon
a Midnight Clear, a choral holiday concert filled with songs...

Diablo Valley Area

<blockquote>&nbsp; &nbsp;League of Women Voters of Diablo Valley is offering&nbsp;a presentation on "Voting Challenges Ahead". We've had changes to many laws including the Voting Rights Act, and voters may like to learn about implications of the SAVE Act. Help your group stay informed! &nbsp;&nbsp; If you would like to schedule a no-fee presentation to your group of ten or more in Diablo Valley (beginning January 2026), please email LWVDV with option of dates/time, and contact person information.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;We're looking forward to hearing from you!&nbsp;&nbsp;Marion@lwvdv.org</blockquote>
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. The League never endorses or opposes candidates or political parties. We influence public policy through education and advocacy. We invite everyone to join us!

Local Event: "Voting Challenges Ahead" by League of Women Voters, Diablo Valley

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Michael Wittner

Danville

Martinez

San Ramon

Alameda County

Rockridge

Piedmont

Fernando Haro

Berkeley

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Epic Escape Room Adventures at Diablo Escapes 

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Escape rooms in free roam VR like nothing you have seen before! Explore new VR worlds by walking around, bending, reaching, picking up items and handing things to your friends. With action sequences that deliver thrills such as shooting arrows or gravity guns, all of our immersive adventures will challenge players to work cooperatively under pressure. It’s a fun experience with friends or family to work together to shoot down a dragon or fight in a sea battle with a pirate ship! Book a private room for groups of 2 to 6 players online at www.diabloescapes.com or by calling 925-393-7171. (Appropriate for ages 10 and up.)

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Master Nursery, Benjamin Moore Paint, BBQ Center & More

Downtown Walnut Creek Ace Hardware

Since 2008, Downtown Walnut Creek Ace Hardware has been more than just a store – it’s been a part of the community. Family-run and locally loved, we’re proud to offer a place where neighbors come together, for everything from weekend projects to seasonal celebrations. 🌺🛠️🎄 Whether you're picking the perfect Benjamin Moore paint color, prepping the garden for spring, upgrading your backyard BBQ game, or simply grabbing that one tool you didn’t know you needed, we’ve got you covered. We host family-friendly events all year long – from summer grilling demos to festive winter light displays – because we believe a great hardware store brings people together! There truly is something for everyone here: green thumbs, DIY dreamers, grill masters, and even candle lovers. And yes – you really can grab a plunger, a paintbrush, and a pie, all in one visit! Come see why we’re the kind of place people love to visit – and come back to! 🚂

Since 2008, Downtown Walnut Creek Ace Hardware has been more than just a store – it’s been a part of the community. Family-run and locally loved,...

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