Time to check out what’s going on this weekend in and around Danville! We have plenty of options this weekend for everyone and every occasion including concerts by Lil Jon and Red Hot Chili Peppers, to Disney on Ice for the littles and a season-opening ride from Mike’s Bikes in Walnut Creek capped off by tacos and beer.
Spring is in the air and we’re here to help you get in gear with these great events and activities going on all weekend. Also, don’t forget our sponsored Margarita Day specials!
Here’s the list of what’s going on this last weekend of January leading up to the Super Bowl on Sunday.
Last week Danville Social had an opportunity to interview Shred415 owners Lilly and Giovanni De Chouden to learn more about their business and what makes them special.
How did the business get started?
Both born and raised in Puerto Rico, Lilly and Giovanni moved to the states 20 years ago and have lived in the Bay area for the past seven years. While raising their two daughters, now 18 and 20-years-old, fitness has always been an important part of Lily’s life. She is a certified personal trainer, a former Zumba instructor and also participated in fitness competitions. Her desire to help others lead healthier lives and get them excited about fitness, along with her goal to engage with the Spanish-speaking community, drove her to open the first Shred415 in California. The San Ramon location is the first of three studios Lily plans to open in the Bay area.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I immediately fell in love with Shred415’s unique concept and method of exercise. We have loved every day for the past year, engaging with this wonderful community and motivating our Shred family to improve their health, lifestyle and overall wellbeing. – Lily
What is your background and how did you develop the skills to start your business?
I have always had a passion for fitness and health in general. I saw an opportunity to combine my passion as well as build a unique, supportive community by bringing Shred to the East Bay. -Lily
What’s the one thing your business is known for, over your competitors?
Shred415 offers a 60-minute instructor-led interval training class alternating between speed and endurance drills on top-quality treadmills and strength and functional movement training on the floor, with each class designed to increase muscle and burn calories in a fun, fast-paced workout tailored to every individual’s level and goals. The result is simple: clients find classes to be enjoyable and effective, a rare combination in fitness.
Which small businesses are you inspired by?
Owning a business is hard work and rewarding at the same time. I look up to local business owners that are both family and women-owned and operated. Businesses like Enforme Activewear, Stay Polished, US Cryotherapy, CB Fit, and many others.
What is your favorite part about living/working in Danville?
The diversity of our community and how we embrace different people, cultures, backgrounds to support this amazing place we get to call home.
Tell us the most interesting and fun tidbit about your business.
When you first walk into our studio you will see the following phrase on the wall – “More than a workout”. This is one of the many reasons we fell in love with Shred415. We want to build a supportive and collaborative community that is not only about working out but is very engaged in building the community that we all live in. We enjoy supporting local schools, charities, and other worthy causes. These words on our wall, mean a lot to us and is the primary reason we decided to bring Shred415 to the Tri-Valley area. -Giovanni
Blackhawk Plaza, Danville
One Mexican restaurant out, and a new Oregon-based restaurant, Choza Tacos Y Cantina, will be opening at BHP soon. Check out their menu here.
From their website:
Serving fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine. Homemade tortillas made on-site. Full bar with house made margaritas and top shelf tequilas. Family friendly.
Adios! In less than 2 weeks another Mexican restaurant in Danville has shut its doors. Known for their great location in the Plaza, a favorite hangout to pre-flight the Blackhawk Concert Series, and for their “El Jefe” burrito challenge, The Prickly Pear Cantina has been shut down leaving the Blackhawk Plaza even more bleak.
Just in this morning. Thief robs the Danville McDonalds restaurant at Crow Canyon Road. Asian male adult, 20s and 30s, escapes in a Toyota with license plate ending in “…45.” No injuries. Unknown amount of cash was stolen.
Another local restaurant closing its doors in Danville, CA due to high rents. Sad reality as more shops and restaurants have closed this year for the same reason.
Blackhawk Museum, one of the Bay Area’s most luxurious and legendary venues, is hosting its annual epic New Year’s Eve party. Join us on Tuesday, December 31st as we transform this magical venue into an evening of glitz and glamour. Experience a true sense of arrival where elegance, sophistication and big city style are layered in white and gold as we gather with friends, meet new ones and create lasting memories in celebration of the coming New Year.
Play roulette, try your hand at blackjack or just dance and mingle with the Bay Area’s finest party-goers.
Doors open at 9:00 PM with delicious mini buffet stations serving a variety of fabulous hors d’oeurves to start off the evening*.
Then dance the night away with our headlining artist, Billboard Award-winning, Grammy-Nominated DJ / Producer RON REESER
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Opening the night will be the returning WILD 94.9 DJ, Jose Melendez playing the hottest hits of today and yesterday!.
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New Year’s Eve at the Blackhawk Museum has established itself as one of Northern California’s premier events to celebrate the coming of the New Year!
Presented and hosted by the Bay Area’s iconic Scott’s Seafood and Multi-Award Winning Executive Producer Darren Michael Presents
Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2018
Time: 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Casino Gaming – Multiple Balloon Drops at Midnight – Party Favors – Complimentary Photo Booth
VIP Lounge – A very limited number of VIP sections are available in the Main Ballroom. See the NYE 2019 VIP TABLE tickets for details and pricing. These sell out every year so make sure to secure yours today.
Previous Event Photos
NYE 2013 Photos & Some More 2013 Photos
Previous Event Videos
ATTIRE: Black Tie Optional – Formal Attire-Dress to Impress – NO JEANS! For any question contact darren@darrenmichaelpresents.com
RESTRICTIONS
No refunds on tickets purchased. Any additional ticket or processing fees are paid by the purchaser at the time of purchase. Rain or Shine event. Must present a valid ID upon check-in. Must be 21+ to attend. Event producers, Security Staff, and Venue Management have the right to remove individuals at any time during the event.
*For a limited time.
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY (KRON) — Caltrans will be closing the four bores of the Caldecott Tunnel for maintenance work over a seven-day period beginning Tuesday night.
The tunnels connect Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
The closure is set to begin Tuesday, lasting through Dec. 10.
Caltrans will be conducting annual fire extinguisher inspections in the tunnels during the closure.
Caltrans is now warning drivers to expect delays during the tunnel closure and to allow additional time for their commute through the tunnel.