If traditional gyms aren’t your thing, consider The Dailey Method. You'll find both peace of mind and sense of balance through hands-on training and education in this popular barre studio. While The Dailey Method has garnered quite a bit of popularity with celebrity trainers, most people love it because it really works. The focus here […]
Throughout the year, the state of California offers various types of fun and healthy runs for great causes. The Coastal Trail Runs are some of the most popular in the state, and over the summer, there are a number to choose from. Throughout the month of June, Coastal Trail Runs will host several different events. […]
If you're looking for a hike that's challenging but still accessible to beginning hikers, check out the Bear Creek Trail. This Lafayette area hiking trail is 4.3 miles long from start to finish, and most regulars say that it doesn't take long to complete. The Bear Creek Trail runs along the south side of the […]
Happy Memorial Day, Town Center! If you're looking for a way to pay your respects to the brave men and women who have served our country, head over to the Memorial Day Ceremony at the National Cemetery. This is the largest Memorial Day celebration in the Bay Area, and it begins at the Presidio at […]
Looking to celebrate the local businesses in the Oakland area? On Thursday, May 12 the Oakland Museum will host the 10th Annual Oakland Indie Awards. The event, which honors local businesses, artists, entrepreneurs and community figures who positively impact the area’s economy, environment, and arts and culture scene, has become a fixture on many a […]
The Rheem Theater was built in 1957 as an enormous one-screen movie house with 1,000 plush seats and a dramatic art deco style. Over the years the Rheem fell into disrepair, and eventually closed. In 2010, however, the California Independent Film Festival Association took over the Rheem, refurbished it and turned it into a hangout […]
There are many advantages to living in the Bay Area, but one of the drawbacks can be the difficult stargazing conditions. The combination of city lights and the haze make it difficult to get a clear view of the night sky, but at Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland, amateur astronomers and families alike […]
When you spend your working hours cooped up inside, isn’t it nice to get outside and enjoy the fresh air? Sometimes having a drink and a bite to eat on an outdoor patio is just what you need to unwind from a busy week at the office, and for Lafayette locals, Rustic Tavern is one […]
East Bay residents have a volcano right in their backyards, and it's also known as Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve. This park is open to the public and a favorite among locals, as it contains trails with a mix of road and gravel paths to jog, walk, or hike. Round Top is the preserve’s highest peak, […]
Just about everyone loves bowling, even if you're not particularly good at the game. If you're looking to go bowling in the Concord area, Diablo Valley Bowl is the place to go. This colorful facility is just as much fun for adults as it is for children, and it even makes a perfect place for […]