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July 2019
Livermore Shakespeare presents OTHELLO
by William Shakespeare directed by Michael Wayne Rice PERFORMANCES: Wed. July 3 – 7:30 PM (PREVIEW/FAMILY NIGHT) Fri. July 5 – 7:30 PM (OPENING) Sat. July 6 – 7:30 PM Sun. July 7 – 7:30 PM Fri. July 12 – 7:30 PM Sat. July 13 – 7:30 PM Sun. July 14 – 7:30 PM Fri. July 19 – 7:30 PM Sun. July 21 – 7:30 PM (CLOSING) All performances start at 7:30pm. DESCRIPTION: This season Livermore Shakespeare Festival presents William…
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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)[revised]
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield directed by Mary Ann Rodgers PERFORMANCES: Thu. July 18 – 7:30 PM (PREVIEW/FAMILY NIGHT) Sat. July 20 – 7:30 PM (PARTY WITH BENEFITS FUNDRAISER) Thu. July 25 – 7:30 PM Fri. July 26 – 7:30 PM Sat. July 27 – 7:30 PM Sun. July 28 – 7:30 PM Thu. August 1 – 7:30 PM Fri. August 2 – 7:30 PM Sat. August 3 – 7:30…
Find out more »Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre Presents: JOSEPH AND THE TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT July 20, 27, Aug 3 at 8:00pm July 21, 28, Aug 3, 4 at 2:00pm Rated PG Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm with an additional Saturday matinee on August 4th at 2pm, PERFORMED AT THE BANKHEAD THEATER 2400 FIRST STREET, LIVERMORE, CA 94550 The irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. Told entirely through song with the help of a…
Find out more »Art Under the Oaks at Alden Lane
Alden Lane Nursery proudly presents the 33rd Annual Art Under the Oaks celebration the weekend of July 20th and 21st, 2019. This beloved event combines art, wine, food, live music and family fun for all ages, held under a canopy of majestic oak trees in Livermore. Local artists will be on hand, spread throughout the spacious nursery, exhibiting and selling their work. Art mediums include oil and watercolor paintings, pottery and ceramics, photography, wood, glass, jewelry and much more.…
Find out more »Man on the Moon: 50th Anniversary of the Lunar Landing Exhibit
EXHIBITION at the BANKHEAD THEATER GALLERY July 20, 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo landing on the moon. The Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center will be mounting an exhibition of the moon landing that will have large and impactful visual images. The goal of the exhibit is to teach youth and adults about the historical significance of the Apollo Moon Landing, and the science and technology required for space travel. Through art, the large format historical photos from…
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Hot Summer Sundays Car Show
Danville’s Hot Summer Sundays Car Show combines classic cars and camaraderie to create an evening of summer celebration. Downtown streets are lined with muscle cars, hot rods, and vintage rides while live bands play '50s and '60s music to people dancing in the streets. You can also browse the myriad of food, drink, and souvenir booths throughout the venue, or stop off in one of the downtown shops or restaurants.
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Taste Our Terroir in Livermore Valley Wine Country
Livermore Valley's Premier Food and Wine Affair Spans Four Delectable Days. On Thursday July 25, 2019 Livermore Valley's premier food and wine affair will take place, which has 18 winemakers partnering with Bay Area chefs to compete for honors at Casa Real. Taste pairings and cast your vote for the coveted People's Choice award! Friday through Sunday, wineries across the region host ten food and wine events including Port tastings, a hike in the vineyard, honey tasting and more. Thursday Night…
Find out more »NorCal Night Market
Price: $5 Children 3 and under are free. Tickets can be bought online on our website or in cash at the door. Parking Hours: Fri, Sat & Sun 3pm – 11pm Parking $10 From our iconic Californian night market foods such as potato swirl skewers to drinks in lightbulbs, browse traditional street snacks found in Asia, fusion foods that combine cultures and taste buds, and a diverse offering of other #foodporn to drool over!
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The New Christy Minstrels at the Bankhead Theater
Legends in American Folk Music The New Christy Minstrels forged a fresh folk sound in the 1960s with a lighthearted style that was welcomed in the heart of a challenging era. Original songs such as “Green, Green” and their cover of “Sing in the Sunshine” topped the charts and their debut album won a Grammy Award in 1963. More than 20 albums later with creator Randy Sparks still at the helm, the New Christy Minstrels continue to deliver the rich…
Find out more »‘How Lucky Can You Get?’ The Songs of Kander & Ebb
“HOW LUCKY CAN YOU GET?” Songs & Stories of the Kander & Ebb Musicals performed by Award-Winning Theatre Star Tielle Baker Featuring music from the composers of Chicago, Cabaret, and Funny Lady, including favorite classics such as “All That Jazz”, “Maybe This Time”, “New York New York”…and more! Tielle Baker is a musical theatre and opera star who has appeared in over 50 productions with over 20 different companies, including her multi-award-winning role of ‘Velma Kelly’ in Lucky Penny Productions’ of CHICAGO: The Musical.…
Find out more »August 2019
A Night in Portugal at Village Theatre
Ramana Vieira captivates audiences with the haunting laments of old world classics infused with innovative instrumentation, creative layers, and soaring vocals. Featuring Jeff Furtado on Guitar, Leslie Thorne on Bass, and Steve Laporta on Drums
Find out more »Mitch Polzak & The Royal Deuces
Founded in Concord, California in 1999, Mitch Polzak and the Royal Deuces have been entertaining audiences worldwide with their engaging original sound and highly entertaining live stage show. The Hi-Energy 3-piece ensemble performs Rockabilly and Honky Tonk from the late 50s Sun Records Era, with guitar influences from such greats as Merle Travis and Chet Atkins, adding the 5 String Banjo for special highlights in the show. The band has performed at major music festivals and events at the legendary Viva Las…
Find out more »The Family Stone at the Bankhead Theater
Hot Fun in the Summertime! Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Jerry Martini and Greg Errico, together with Phunne Stone – the daughter of Sly Stone and Cynthia Robinson – Swang Stewart, Blaise Sison, Nate Wingfield, and Jimmy Mckinney celebrate the chart-topping hits of Sly & The Family Stone. The first inter-racial, inter-gender, mainstream major band in Rock and Roll history, The Family Stone’s infectious high-energy combination of funk and soul has earned dedicated fans for generations. In 2015,…
Find out more »Keiko Matsui at the Bankhead Theater
Smooth Contemporary Jazz Japanese-born pianist and composer Keiko Matsui is a worldwide icon in contemporary smooth jazz, touring relentlessly and bringing her music to virtually every corner of the globe. Known for her original compositions, Matsui’s music transcends boundaries, creating a unique melting pot of musical influences that has earned her a devout and enthusiastic international audience. A consummate artist freely at home in any musical context, she borrows from such diverse idioms as jazz, classical, rock, blues, and traditional…
Find out more »Golden Follies: Trip the Light Fantastic!
Sensational senior performers ages 60 – 89! Through the decades 40’s – 2000’s, then onto the Great White Way for Broadway classics. Lavishly costumed, these talented seniors sparkle, shine and sizzle as they heat up the stage with fast tapping rhythms, stylish choreography, glitz, glamour and high energy. A wildly entertaining revue! Featured Artist: S.F. Chanteuse Wiggy Darlington
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Hot Summer Sundays Car Show
Danville’s Hot Summer Sundays Car Show combines classic cars and camaraderie to create an evening of summer celebration. Downtown streets are lined with muscle cars, hot rods, and vintage rides while live bands play '50s and '60s music to people dancing in the streets. You can also browse the myriad of food, drink, and souvenir booths throughout the venue, or stop off in one of the downtown shops or restaurants.
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Goodguy 33rd West Coast Nationals
Known as the “bucket list” destination of hot rodders across the country, the Goodguys 33rd West Coast Nationals presented by BASF takes place the weekend of August 23-25 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, CA. Festivities for registered participants kick-off on Monday August 19 with Hot Rod Week – four days of guided tours in and around the Bay Area visiting automotive collections, rod shops and other interesting places! Known as the “Crown Jewel” of all Goodguys events, the…
Find out more »September 2019
38th Annual Harvest Celebration in Livermore Valley Wine Country
On Sunday of Labor Day Weekend, Livermore Valley wineries celebrate the exciting crush season and 38 years of the Harvest Wine Celebration. Each winery hosts activities including wine tasting, arts, crafts, and music. Don't forget to come back on Monday for additional tastings at participating wineries. Wine lovers have come from all over the Bay Area and beyond for the past 35+ years to enjoy this unique event. Don't miss out on this wine country celebration! Ticket Details Tickets include wine…
Find out more »Irish Airs and Arias
Renowned Irish soprano Clodagh Kinsella and her accompanist Keith Stears will present a concert of Irish Airs and Arias at the Village Theatre on Thursday evening, September 5th. This concert is sponsored by Chevron.
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Matthew Morrison at the Bankhead Theater
We’ve just announced our star headliner for the Brilliance at the Bankhead Gala this September! Broadway and television star MATTHEW MORRISON, best known as Mr. Schuester on the award-winning television show GLEE, will grace the Bankhead stage Saturday evening, September 7, accompanied by the Livermore-Amador Symphony. Opening the 2019-2020 Bankhead Presents Season, the gala is the largest fundraising event of the year for the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center. Proceeds support activities at both the Bankhead Theater and the Bothwell…
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Splatter
Celebrate the end of summer with Splatter, a colorful splash of water, wine, art and music at Dublin's Emerald Glen Park. The 8th Annual Splatter festival will be held Saturday, September 14, 2019, noon - 8:00 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Art & Entertainment The Main Stage features a diverse line-up of live music and dance ensembles throughout the afternoon, followed by an evening concert and community dance party under the stars. Discover talented singer-songwriters at the Side Yard Stage and learn cooking tips from Master Chefs at the Culinary…
Find out more »Forkful
Forkful Date:September 14, 2019 Time:04:00 PM to 07:00 PM Location:Check In - Museum on Main 603 Main Street Join us Saturday, September 14th for our third annual Forkful event in downtown Pleasanton. Forkful is sure to be every foodies dream come true and an evening of culinary delight. This unique self-paced tasting experience will allow event guests to stroll through downtown stopping at over 15 participating locations to taste their perfect forkful of food. Upon arrival, each event guest will…
Find out more »Taste of Downtown
Sample from a Bounty of Wines, Beer & Culinary Treats, Live Music and More as you Explore Livermore Downtown! Stroll Downtown restaurants tasting culinary creations from our brilliant Downtown chefs. Our Downtown shops will be host to a tasting of wines and beers. Live entertainment and shopping specials will be found throughout the Downtown. The official tasting pass, accompanied by a commemorative wine glass, provides access to wine and beer tasting along with food sampling at participating shops and restaurants. Please…
Find out more »NorCal Night Market
From our iconic Californian night market foods such as potato swirl skewers to drinks in lightbulbs, browse traditional street snacks found in Asia, fusion foods that combine cultures and taste buds, and a diverse offering of other #foodporn to drool over!
Find out more »Danville d’Elegance
Enjoy an exciting afternoon of cars for a cause at Danville d’Elegance, Danville’s premier charitable event benefiting the Parkinson's Institute. Picturesque downtown provides the perfect backdrop for showcasing some of the finest exotic automobiles past and present. Visit fine wine and food stations throughout the event, and learn more about Parkinson’s disease and how your contributions can help find a cure. www.danville-delegance.org
Find out more »October 2019
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Calling all little ghouls, witches, princesses and super heroes to downtown Pleasanton. The annual Halloween Scavenger Hunt will take place on Saturday, October 19th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. while supplies last. *Please note treats will be limited to the first 600 children. Children have to solve the clue in order to find the next downtown location, where they will be given a small goodie or treat. Parents will be given the clue and answer sheet to help children…
Find out more »Harvest Festival
Hundreds of booths in three buildings featuring American handmade fine & fashion jewelry, art & photography, museum quality wood products, ceramics & pottery, candles and body products and much more. Enjoy all day stage and strolling entertainment, a kidzone and festival food!
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Halloween Brew Crawl
The Pleasanton Downtown Association (PDA) is excited to announce the 9th annual Halloween Brew Crawl coming to Downtown Pleasanton on Saturday, October 26 from 5 -8 p.m. Trick or Treating isn't only for kids, adults can have their fun too! Stroll (or crawl) through beautiful Downtown Pleasanton and sip on craft brews and cider all while enjoying tasty bites and live music along the way at over 25 downtown locations!
Find out more »November 2019
Goodguys 30th Autumn Get-Together
Wind Down the car show season at the Goodguys 30th Autumn Get-Together the weekend of November 9 & 10 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, CA. It’s your final shot of the year to explore over 2,500 American made or powered hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks of all years, makes, and models and to shop the mega Swap Meet for those hard-to-find parts and memorabilia & Cars 4 Sale Corral for a last-minute winter project! Plus,…
Find out more »Small Business Saturday & Downtown Open House
Small Business Saturday, November 30th, is the day we celebrate the Shop Small movement to drive shoppers to local merchants in Pleasanton and across the country. Over 20 Downtown Pleasanton businesses will be participating in this all day event and many are offering special discounts on shopping, dining and services. More Details coming soon! Why shop in Downtown Pleasanton? Buying locally ensures our city stays extraordinary and the place to go. Local merchants get to know our local tastes and select merchandise with the local community…
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