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‘Defy the laws of physics’: The Peking Acrobats performing at Bankhead
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‘Defy the laws of physics’: The Peking Acrobats performing at Bankhead

“Breathtaking stunts, acrobatics and traditional Chinese artistry” are coming to the Bankhead Theater next month leading into the Lunar New Year celebration season. 

Avatar photo by Jeremy Walsh January 19, 2026 3:04 pmJanuary 19, 2026 3:04 pm
Take Us Along: Catching up in Chamonix
Family/Lifestyle

Take Us Along: Catching up in Chamonix

January 19, 2026 10:24 amJanuary 19, 2026 10:24 am
East Bay Parks launches 2026 Trails Challenge

East Bay Parks launches 2026 Trails Challenge

EBRPD is encouraging residents to explore the natural parks and trails in their backyard – and beyond – all year long through the 2026 Trails Challenge. 

Avatar photo by Jeremy Walsh January 18, 2026 8:32 pmJanuary 18, 2026 8:32 pm
Discover Diablo series kicking off this month

Discover Diablo series kicking off this month

With the new year comes a new season of Save Mount Diablo’s Discover Diablo programming, consisting of new additions as well as the return of some familiar favorites.

Avatar photo by Jeanita Lyman January 15, 2026 4:08 pmJanuary 15, 2026 4:08 pm
Boyish Benjamin via Tri-Valley Animal Rescue

Boyish Benjamin via Tri-Valley Animal Rescue

Lovely puppy Benjamin is available through TVAR’s Foster-to-Adopt program. He has a very mild and quiet personality. He does well with other dogs and appears to be good with cats.

Avatar photo by Pleasanton Weekly staff January 14, 2026 1:46 pmJanuary 14, 2026 1:46 pm
What’s normal anyway? ‘Addams Family’ musicals coming to both Bankhead and Firehouse
A&E

What’s normal anyway? ‘Addams Family’ musicals coming to both Bankhead and Firehouse

The iconic Addams family is set to arrive at theater stages in the Tri-Valley this…

Avatar photo by Jude Strzemp January 12, 2026 2:54 pmJanuary 12, 2026 2:54 pm
Take Us Along: Follow the Yellow Brick Road
Family/Lifestyle

Take Us Along: Follow the Yellow Brick Road

January 12, 2026 2:16 pmJanuary 12, 2026 2:16 pm
Concannon Vineyard to see ownership transition this year
Business

Concannon Vineyard to see ownership transition this year

January 11, 2026 9:11 pmJanuary 11, 2026 9:11 pm
Draeger’s Market closing store in Blackhawk, cites ‘declining condition’ at plaza
Business

Draeger’s Market closing store in Blackhawk, cites ‘declining condition’ at plaza

January 9, 2026 4:37 pmJanuary 10, 2026 6:40 am
Katsume Sushi and Grill also serves poke and Korean barbecue
Tri-Valley Foodist

Katsume Sushi and Grill also serves poke and Korean barbecue

Katsume is not your average sushi place. “We are a Japanese restaurant with authentic recipes, but we also innovate,” said co-owner Jay Rhee Rhee.

Avatar photo by Deborah Grossman January 9, 2026 2:54 pmJanuary 10, 2026 2:49 pm
Meet Artemis at East Bay SPCA
Pet of the Week

Meet Artemis at East Bay SPCA

January 7, 2026 5:07 pmJanuary 7, 2026 5:07 pm
‘Modern Currents: Contemporary Asian Voices’ exhibit opening at Bankhead
A&E

‘Modern Currents: Contemporary Asian Voices’ exhibit opening at Bankhead

January 6, 2026 3:59 pmJanuary 6, 2026 3:59 pm
Neil Sweeney was a major part of the fabric of sports, education and life in Pleasanton
Sports

Neil Sweeney was a major part of the fabric of sports, education and life in Pleasanton

January 6, 2026 10:42 amJanuary 6, 2026 10:42 am
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Take Us Along: Our Lady of the Rocks
Family/Lifestyle

Take Us Along: Our Lady of the Rocks

Scott Fredianelli, Lauren Traurig, Joel Traurig and Jenna Traurig enjoy Our Lady of the Rocks in Montenegro last summer.

Avatar photo by Pleasanton Weekly staff January 5, 2026 5:42 pmJanuary 5, 2026 5:42 pm
‘Tales from the Edge’ one-act shows coming to Danville museum
A&E

‘Tales from the Edge’ one-act shows coming to Danville museum

January 5, 2026 3:05 pmJanuary 6, 2026 4:54 pm
New 24/7 Mexican restaurant opens in San Ramon
Food

New 24/7 Mexican restaurant opens in San Ramon

January 4, 2026 9:12 pmJanuary 4, 2026 9:12 pm
Sprinkles closes in City Center as cupcake chain abruptly shutters all shops nationwide
Business

Sprinkles closes in City Center as cupcake chain abruptly shutters all shops nationwide

January 4, 2026 6:00 pmJanuary 4, 2026 6:00 pm

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