Weekend Happenings: 11/8-11/10

There are a lot of events going on this weekend! With the holidays fastly approaching, it’s time to do some shopping, so make sure to check out all of the local shops Danville has to offer! Are you following us on Social Media?? If not, make sure you are! We are always mentioning specials going on around the area. Facebook & Instagram, @Danvillesocial.

West Elm’s 1 Year Anniversary Party, 11/8, Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
They will be having a live DJ, wine poured by Social Affair, and various treats! Come dance with us and help us celebrate! Located at Bishop Ranch, City Center, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd., #Ste 1208, from 6 pm-8 pm.

AR Workshop Events:
Date Night Special! Two People One Project! 11/8. 7 pm-9 pm. Danville
Click here! to register for a class!
Choose from a Plank Wood Sign, Lazy Susan or Round Sign, Plank Wood Tray, Wood Photo Frame, or Pedestal Tray. You must be 21 to attend this event and register here! They have a wine & beer bar. No food is provided, but this is in the heart of Downtown Danville, so grab a bite to eat beforehand!
Family-Friendly Workshop! 11/9. 12 pm-3 pm. Danville
Choose from a Blanket Ladder, Plank Wood Sign, Lazy Susan or Round Sign, Plank Wood Tray, or Pedestal Tray.
Gather a Few Friends Workshop! 11/9. 7 pm-9:30 pm. Danville
Choose from a Plank Wood Sign, Lazy Susan or Round Sign, Plank Wood Tray, Wood Photo Frame, or Pedestal Tray.

A Christmas Story: The Musical. Berkely Playhouse, 11/8, 11/9, & 11/10, Berkeley
Despite some very legitimate concerns from the adults in his life, Ralphie can’t control his desperate yearning for his gift. Featuring all your favorite scenes from the classic movie, A Christmas Story: The Musical is brimming with hilarious moments and a lively, energetic score. This quirky tale reminds us that the true meaning of the holidays doesn’t lie in material gifts, but in who you spend the day with. Run time: 2 hours, 15 minutes. To purchase tickets, here!

Diablo Valley Bowl’s Sunday Funday, 11/8, & 11/10. Concord
Enjoy 1/2 off Appetizers & Drinks, from 9 pm-Close! It’s only $5 a game on Sundays! $20 unlimited bowling and pizza on Fridays! More information here!

Veteran’s Day Celebration, 11/8, 11/9, & 11/10. Veterans Memorial Building, Danville
Help honor our Veterans by participating in some of the activities all weekend for Veterans Day! A special tribute video and slide show will be shown honoring Vietnam Veterans and other Veterans service organizations will be hosting an extended open house at the Veterans Memorial Building, showcasing the military displays, military vehicles and more! This will be from 8 am-5 pm. The cost is FREE!

Ice at the Veranda, 11/8, 11/9, & 11/10. The Veranda, Concord
The Ice at the Veranda is opening on Friday, November 8th! Be one of the first on the ice that weekend! You can also purchase your season tickets and save $10 per ticket if purchased 11/8-11/10.

Neighborhood Toy Store Day, 11/8, 11/9, & 11/10. Games Unlimited, Danville
To celebrate, from Nov. 8th through Nov. 10th Games Unlimited will be offering 20% OFF all merchandise, raffle prizes, and will have demo stations for you to try out their newest toys and games, no purchase necessary! On Saturday, November 9 from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, there will be FREE face paint and balloon twisting in front of the Games Unlimited Store!

Bands at Meenar Music Club, 11/8 & 11/9. Danville
11/8: My Dark Secret Band. We will be back at Meenar bringing you all of your favorite alternative dance-rock music
11/9: Hot Dog Chicken Band. Always a great time. Lots of sideshow action to enjoy. It’s Meenar for the love of Pete! Dan Hertlein of The Big Jangle / Dr D joins us this time!

Great Eats & Country Music, 11/8 & 11/9. Bourbon Highway, Walnut Creek
Join every Friday and Saturday for a night filled with great eats and a country DJ playing the top hits to dance the night away!

Macy’s High-End Trunk Show and Fashion Presentation. 11/9. 2 pm. Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Macy’s is having their high-end dresses trunk show until 11/11/19. On 11/9, they will be doing a fashion presentation! This will be on level 2 at the Macy’s store. Be one of the first (40) Star Rewards Members to purchase a holiday dress during the event, flash your receipt and status at the Star Rewards station and receive a complimentary full-size lipstick to complete your holiday look. **Must be a Macy’s Star Rewards Member to receive and show Star Rewards status via the Macy’s app or Macy’s Credit Card to qualify.

Good Guys 30th Autumn Get Together, 11/9 & 11/10. Alameda Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
With no sports interruptions all weekend long, come on out and tailgate with Goodguys at their final Bay Area show of the season! Enjoy some Cool Cars, Cool People and Good Times. Purchase tickets, here!

A Year with Frog and Toad. 11/9 & 11/10. Bay Area Children’s Theatre, Berkeley
Recommended for ages 3 & up! Families will delight in this heartwarming, jazzy-rhythmed tale of friendship, as cheerful Frog and his more reserved pal Toad swim, sled, bake cookies and otherwise romp through a year of comic adventures, accompanied by their woodland animal friends, like Snail, who, by golly, will deliver the mail. To purchase tickets and view showtimes, click here!

Lights, Camera, Auction Fundraiser, 11/9. Oak Hill Community Center, Danville
The Liza Maribel Foundation presents this Auction to provide support, educational programs, and resources to hundreds of foster children, survivors of domestic violence, and rescued sex trafficking children. What better way to enjoy a night out for a good cause? Purchase tickets here!

Early Bird Sip & Shop, 11/9. Premium Outlets, Livermore
From 9 am-10 am, enjoy wine, mimosas, or non-alcoholic sips plus special savings while you shop your heart out. You’ll get early access shopping at select retailers plus a complimentary light breakfast in the Food Court. Spend $350+ at the participating retailers and receive a gift bag and $20 gift card.*

Children’s Winter Festival, 11/9. Walnut Creek on Ice, Walnut Creek
Get Your Skate On! Children, families, and the young-at-heart are invited to kick off the ice skating season with the Children’s Winter Festival from 11 am-1 pm. Rob Mayeda weekend weather anchor from NBC Bay Area will emcee this popular annual event. With support from our friends at Broadway Plaza, festivities will include a star performance by Sochi Olympian Polina Edmunds. Pizza by Rocco’s Ristorante Pizzeria, hot chocolate, snow cones, and a photo booth all promise a fun way for families to begin the ice skating season. Free admission and skates for the first 250 guests; $5 admission until 5 p.m., and then a regular price of $15 per person. Includes skate rentals.

Pinot’s Palette at Round Table Pizza for an All-Ages Event. 11/10. 2 pm-3:30 pm, Danville
A fun retro polar bear to cheer up your holiday decorations! This is an all-age offsite event at Round Table Pizza located in Downtown Danville. Painters will be painting on a 10×10 canvas or $10.00 more on a canvas tote. You must register here!

Adopt-a-Family Bikes, 17th Annual Used Bike Drive. 11/10. St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, Danville
This Sunday, from 9:30 am- 2:30 pm, they will be collecting gently used bikes, and bike trailers at, 1550 Diablo Rd., Danville(St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church back parking lot). A $15 donation is requested to help defray costs for helmets, locks, and parts.

Contra Costa Con, 11/10. Concord
omics, LEGO, toys, more. Michelangelo and Raphael from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Spider-Man. Cosplay contest. *First 200 Families get a FREE toy bag! Meet & Greet with the Ninja Turtles and Spiderman! The event is from 10 am-4 pm. Children under 10 are FREE. Purchase tickets, here!

Danville Bowl, 11/11. Danville
Head over to Danville Bowl on Mondays, from, 3 pm-close for only $1.50 a game! Located in Downtown Danville. They have food and drinks for purchase!

SUNDAY BRUNCH SPOTS:

Albatross, Downtown Danville
Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Benedicts, frittata, waffles and more are highlights of the weekend brunch menu at Albatross. Pair with a Mimosa or Bloody Mary to help get the weekend off to a relaxing start.

Auburn Lounge, Downtown Danville
From 2 pm-5 pm, enjoy good music while having a drink on the patio! Make sure to verify on their website of Private Party closures.

Lokanta, Walnut Creek
What better way to spend a Sunday than having bottomless mimosas while eating a delicious Eggs Benedict or Short Ribs Hash? Brunch is from 10 am-3 pm, Bottomless Mimosas are $12 with an entree purchase.

Bridges, Downtown Danville
On Saturday & Sunday, from 11 am-2 pm, enjoy a delicious brunch and $4 mimosas! They have Jalapeno mimosas and Smashed Avocado toast!

The Peasant and the Pear, Downtown Danville
On Saturdays from 11:30 am-2:30 pm & Sundays from 10 am-2 pm, enjoy brunch! Enjoy their $5 Mimosas, Peasant Bloody Mary along with Cinnamon Fritters! Mention “Danville Social” and receive 15% OFF your check!

Dana’s, Danville Livery
This is a great spot to indulge in your Sunday morning brunch! They have an amazing Wild Red Crab Asparagus Omelet and Cinnamon Orange French Toast!

The Vine and Spirits, Downtown Danville
Watch Football Games on ALL 3 Big Screens, while enjoying Happy Hour ALL Day, or enjoy the sunshine in their beautiful outdoor seating area! Open 1 pm-8 pm.

McGah’s Pub and Pianos, Downtown Danville
Sunday Funday at McGah’s has $7 Mimosa Pitchers and McGah’s Signature Brunch Menu! Doors open at 9:30 am! NFL will be on the big screens! This is a great place to watch the games and enjoy brunch!