| Date | Event |
| 08/02/11 | Family Caregiver Support Group To meet the needs of family caregivers, the Millman Center at the Contra Costs JCC offers weekly caregiver support groups led by a trained facilitator. In addition, monthly presentations are offered by professionals in the field of aging-related services. more info... |
| 08/04/11 | Atria Valley View Grand Reopening Please join us for the Grand Reopening of Atria Valley View as we unveil our fresh new look. During your visit, you will be able to experience our luxurious new features, and see what we’re doing to become a greener, more eco-friendly community. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 6:00pm. Complimentary valet parking. more info... |
| 08/04/11 | ARP Clinic Grand Opening Meet Bret Hedican and Kristi Yamaguchi. Please join the Chamber Ambassadors as they welcome the ARP Clinic (Accelerated Recovery Performance Protocols) to Walnut Creek with a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. more info... |
| 08/06/11 | Professional Women's Clothing Swap more info... |
| 08/06/11 | Free Day: The Ruth Bancroft Garden Summer Customer Appreciation Plant Sale and Free Admission. more info... |
| 08/07/11 | 2nd Annual Boghossian Vision Charity Golf Tournament Please join us on August 7th for the 2nd annual Boghossian Vision Charity Golf Tournament to support Prevent Blindness Northern California (PBNC), a local nonprofit organization helping kids and adults see the world clearly. The tournament is open to players of all skill levels. more info... |
| 08/07/11 | Inaugural Safeway Fast & Furious Festival Downtown Pleasanton Welcomes the Inaugural Safeway Fast & Furious Festival: Featuring a 5K Run/Walk, a 1-Mile Race and Criterium-style Bike racing benefiting ALS Charities more info... |
| 08/07/11 | Outlandish Contemporary Depictions of Nature July 7 - September 4, 2011 [closed Mondays]. The Bedford Gallery wraps up a memorable 2010-11 season with Outlandish, an intriguing exhibition that looks at landscape from a variety of vantage points in all media. more info... |
| 08/09/11 | Family Caregiver Support Group To meet the needs of family caregivers, the Millman Center at the Contra Costs JCC offers weekly caregiver support groups led by a trained facilitator. In addition, monthly presentations are offered by professionals in the field of aging-related services. more info... |
| 08/09/11 | Memory Screening Memory Screenings: How Fit is Your Memory? Do you have concerns about your memory or other cognitive functions? A memory screening is a confidential safe and simple evaluation conducted by a healthcare professional from Mt. Diablo Memory Center. The testing involves memory, thinking, and other intellectual functions. After the test, the results will be reviewed and we can suggest whether the person should follow up for more extensive testing and treatment. more info... |
| 08/10/11 | Supervisor Karen Mitchoff {Speaker/Lunch} The Horizon Leadership Series is a recurring series of dynamic interactions with major decision makes on the future of our region. more info... |
| 08/11/11 | 2011 Gourmet Gallop Taste the best restaurants in Walnut Creek in just one night! Diablo Ballet & Diablo Magazine present the 2011 Gourmet Gallop. In one night, gallop around downtown Walnut Creek and taste the best food and wine. With your map in hand, walk to these top restaurants at your own pace and enjoy complimentary samples of fabulous cuisine, plus purchase drink specials. more info... |
| 08/11/11 | Family Caregiver Support Group Caring for an aging family member? Addressing the fears of Alzheimer’s disease and similar disorders. more info... |
| 08/14/11 | Outlandish Contemporary Depictions of Nature July 7 - September 4, 2011 [closed Mondays]. The Bedford Gallery wraps up a memorable 2010-11 season with Outlandish, an intriguing exhibition that looks at landscape from a variety of vantage points in all media. more info... |
| 08/15/11 | The Contra Costa Council Golf Tournament Chevron presents The Petroleum Cup: 27th Annual Golf Tournament for The Contra Costa Council more info... |
| 08/16/11 | Family Caregiver Support Group To meet the needs of family caregivers, the Millman Center at the Contra Costs JCC offers weekly caregiver support groups led by a trained facilitator. In addition, monthly presentations are offered by professionals in the field of aging-related services. more info... |
| 08/16/11 | ProfitCLUB How do you make enough PROFIT in this Economy? ActionCOACH ProfitCLUB+ Take action. more info... |
| 08/16/11 | ORIGINAL Tuesday - Serious Business Networking! There is a group in Maryland that started "The ORIGINAL Third Tuesdays Networking Extravaganza" and it's awesome. They get 300+ serious business owners attending every month and it's known as the go-to networking event in the area. So... we're copying it! more info... |
| 08/18/11 | Alliance Meeting: Sharpen Your Pencil Sharpen your pencil.... ...and get ready to learn a little about what's going on at ActionCOACH that will help you grow your business and increase your profits... more info... |
| 08/19/11 | What You Need to Know About Dementia... ...But Were Afraid to Ask more info... |
| 08/20/11 | Public Astronomy Programs on Mount Diablo Participate in hands-on astronomy activities, followed by supervised observing through the many different telescopes of MDAS members to view the Moon, planets, stars, galaxies and more. NOTE: Astronomy Program is weather permitting (including “High Fire Danger”). Check our Program Calendar: www.mdas.net/event_calendar.htm or call Mt. Diablo State Park – 925-837-2525. more info... |
| 08/21/11 | Outlandish Contemporary Depictions of Nature July 7 - September 4, 2011 [closed Mondays]. The Bedford Gallery wraps up a memorable 2010-11 season with Outlandish, an intriguing exhibition that looks at landscape from a variety of vantage points in all media. more info... |
| 08/23/11 | Family Caregiver Support Group To meet the needs of family caregivers, the Millman Center at the Contra Costs JCC offers weekly caregiver support groups led by a trained facilitator. In addition, monthly presentations are offered by professionals in the field of aging-related services. more info... |
| 08/23/11 | Robert Foley at Ruth's Chris Steak House Ruth's Chris Steak House presents an exclusive evening with Robert Foley. We are excited to offer this uniquely perfect pairing of food and wine. Ruth’s Chris Steak House and Robert Foley Vineyards… a match made in steak house heaven. *Seating is limited for this event - book your reservation early. more info... |
| 08/23/11 | John Muir Classes, Screenings & Support Groups Ongoing Classes, Screenings, and Support Groups at the following locations: John Muir Medical Center, Concord; John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood; Behavioral Health Center, Concord; John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek; John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor; Women's Health Center, Walnut Creek. Visit the John Muir website for compelte details. more info... |
| 08/24/11 | I Bar 2 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Please join the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau and the Ambassador Committee at the I Bar 2 Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. more info... |
| 08/24/11 | Fabulous Finds at Lindsay Wildlife Museum Come learn about Fabulous Finds from the experts on August 24, 2011 at 6 PM at the museum. We have a panel of five auction veterans who will share their expertise and answer any questions. Refreshments will be served. more info... |
| 08/24/11 | Free Fundraising Seminar at LWM Free Fundraising Seminar: Wednesday, August 24 at 6:00 pm at Lindsay Wildlife Museum. For those interested in learning how to ask for auction items, come learn from the pros. more info... |
| 08/25/11 | B.A.S.H. (Business & Social Hour) Monthly Mixer {Scroll Down to view list of BASH Hosts}. Please join us at our next B.A.S.H. (Business and Social Hour); host schedule below. The B.A.S.H. is a great opportunity to network with Chamber Members, Government Officials, Educators and Local Businesses. This event is FREE to all Walnut Creek Chamber Members and guests of members; Non-member price is $10.00. Please bring your business card. more info... |
| 08/25/11 | Free Day at the Museum Free Day at the Museum! Thursday, August 25 from 10:00 until 5:00. Free Admission all day to Lindsay Wildlife Museum. more info... |
| 08/27/11 | Forrest Reed & Ethan Madrid LIVE Music Performance Live music event more info... |
| 08/27/11 | The Wizard of Oz at Broadway Plaza Join us in the Broadway Plaza Promenade for live performances by the cast of The Wizard of Oz. This special event also features a meet and greet with Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion, as well as a LOOK-A-LIKE Contest for ALL characters with exciting prizes! more info... |
| 08/28/11 | Outlandish Contemporary Depictions of Nature July 7 - September 4, 2011 [closed Mondays]. The Bedford Gallery wraps up a memorable 2010-11 season with Outlandish, an intriguing exhibition that looks at landscape from a variety of vantage points in all media. more info... |
| 08/30/11 | Family Caregiver Support Group To meet the needs of family caregivers, the Millman Center at the Contra Costs JCC offers weekly caregiver support groups led by a trained facilitator. In addition, monthly presentations are offered by professionals in the field of aging-related services. more info... |




