The San Ramon Valley has a rich history that starts long before settlers arrived. From hundreds of years ago to today, the entire story of the region is on display at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley. The museum’s permanent exhibit begins with an overview of the local geology, then it dives into the […]
You probably have fond childhood memories of visiting the skating rink with your friends. You'd lace up your rental skates, zip out onto the glossy floor, and cross your fingers that a game of limbo would win you a free treat at the snack bar. A lot has changed since those days, but it's still […]
This summer, San Ramon Central Park is slated to host a whole roster of outdoor events that are free and open to the public. The summer concerts at San Ramon Central Park have already begun, but it's not too late to plan a night out with friends. Just check out the schedule of upcoming bands […]
If you're looking for an excuse to get outside in the fresh spring air and meet some of your neighbors, the San Ramon Art and Wind Festival is it. On May 27th and 28th, Sunday and Monday of the long Memorial Day weekend, San Ramon Central Park transforms into fairgrounds for the festival from 11 […]
Alasdair Fraser was born in the Scottish Highlands, so he grew up with an appreciation for Scottish music and dance. He always puts his own spin on traditional tunes, though, as you'll see if you come to the San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers concert on Saturday, April 28th. Fraser leads the symphony of Scottish fiddlers for […]
A day before parades and parties celebrate the legacy of Saint Patrick, festivities will already be underway at the Front Row Theater in San Ramon. On Friday, March 16th the San Ramon Community Chorus St. Patrick's Day Concert signals the beginning of the holiday. The concert kicks off promptly at 7 p.m., but you may […]
If you want to spend your St. Paddy's Day in the Emerald Isle without spending a fortune on plane tickets, San Ramon offers the next best thing. You can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center on Saturday, March 17, no passport necessary. Starting at 7 p.m., the Dougherty […]
If you're looking for a unique way to celebrate a special event, look no further than ArtBlanc. The business isn't a physical art studio, but rather a pair of painters/party planners, Neha and Anisha. Together, the duo designs and executes private parties at breweries, wineries, and other fun venues around the San Ramon area. Submit […]
You'll be convinced that Freddie Mercury is alive and well after Garry Mullen storms the stage for One Night of Queen at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center. He leads his band The Works in recreations of Queen's greatest hits that are so authentic, you might forget that the band's original headliner pass away more […]
Home Alone. A Christmas Story. It's a Wonderful Life. They all feature music that has become synonymous with the holiday season in the years since they were released. Expect to hear scores on par with those of the aforementioned classics when you come to the San Ramon Symphonic Band Holiday Concert. The 55-piece San Ramon […]