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John Muir Health Launches First Endowed Medical Directorship in Oncology

 Downtown Construction Update: Locust Street Revamp Enters Final Phase

 Upcoming Walnut Creek City Council Meetings Scheduled for April 16, 2024

📆 Retro Junkie Beer Garden hosts a Warriors vs. Kings watch party on April 16th, 6-11 PM

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Retro Junkie Beer Garden hosts a Warriors vs. Kings watch party on April 16th, 6-11 PM, featuring a large LED screen and food truck, free entry with RSVP before 7 PM for 21+.

The Walnut Creek Jazz Band presents a Big Band and Vocal Jazz concert on April 18, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM at Lesher Center for the Arts, Walnut Creek, CA. This 90-minute benefit concert raises funds for local Arts + Rec scholarships, featuring a diverse repertoire of jazz styles.

Retro Junkie Bar hosts a free live music night on April 18th, 6 PM to 2 AM, featuring Wasted Years and Headless Barbies performing hard rock and metal covers. The event includes a happy hour, a local food truck, and a DJ after-party, with free entry upon RSVP. The venue is 21+ only. More details are available here

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John Muir Health Launches First Endowed Medical Directorship in Oncology

John Muir Health has introduced its first endowed Medical Directorship of Oncology, thanks to a generous donation from Susan and Nicholas Hellmann. Dr. Tiffany Svahn will lead the role, enhancing John Muir Health's cancer care services. The Hellmanns have a long history of contributions to healthcare, emphasizing the importance of advanced cancer treatment. The new endowed directorship coincides with the opening of the UCSF-John Muir Health Jean and Ken Hofmann Cancer Center, providing comprehensive cancer care in Walnut Creek.

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Downtown Construction Update: Locust Street Revamp Enters Final Phase

The downtown construction project's last phase is underway on Locust Street and surrounding areas. As part of Central San's ongoing initiative, the updated schedule indicates the city will repave Locust Street from Mt. Diablo to Civic Drive after completing utility upgrades. This work will also impact some sidewalks.

The construction covers both Locust and Bonanza Streets, with completion targeted for Fall 2024, although adjustments to the timeline may occur.

Current Construction Schedule:

• Week of April 8: Crew 1 is working on the eastern side of Cypress Street near Locust, moving later to the western side. At the same time, Crew 2 is focusing on the northern part of Locust Street, from Mt. Diablo towards Cypress Street.

• Starting April 15: Crew 1 will proceed to the western side of Cypress Street. Concurrently, Crew 2 will continue northward on Locust Street from Mt. Diablo to Cypress Street.

Residents and commuters should expect ongoing changes and plan accordingly.

Upcoming Walnut Creek City Council Meetings Scheduled for April 16, 2024

The Walnut Creek City Council will hold a Special Meeting in closed session at 5 pm, followed by a Regular Meeting at 6 pm on April 16, 2024. Both meetings will take place at City Hall, located at 1666 N. Main, Walnut Creek, California. Details on the meeting agenda and participation can be found on the city's public meetings page. Additionally, the meetings will be streamed live on the city's YouTube channel.

Community

Tai Chi: @ Walnut Creek Library - Mondays at 10:15 AM Learn More

Participants will learn the basic movements of Tai chi which are a series of postures done in sequence, that looks like a slow-motion dance. Participants will learn the basic movements of Tai chi which are a series of postures done in sequence, that looks like a slow motion dance.

Hooked on Books: @ Civic Park Community Center - 1st Tuesday of each month at 12:30 PM Learn More

A different book is discussed each month. 1st Tuesday of the month, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Qi Gong Drop-In (Seniors): @ Civic Park Community Center - Wednesdays at 12 PM

Slow meditative stretching. No experience is needed. Weekly, Wednesdays from 11:50 - 12:10 PM. Civic Park, Assembly Hall.

Bridge Drop-In (Seniors): @ Civic Park Community Center - Wednesdays at 12:30 PM

Mah Jong Drop-In (Seniors): @ Civic Park Community Center - Wednesdays at 1 PM

Bingo Drop-In (Seniors): @ Civic Park Community Center - Thursdays at 12 PM

Native Plant Growers: @ Civic Park Community Center - Fridays at 11 AM

Farmer’s Market Walnut Creek: @ Locust St - Sundays at 9 AM.

The Walnut Creek Market, open Sundays 9 am-1 pm year-round on Locust Street between Cole and Lacassie streets, is easily accessible with proximity to BART. It features local produce and goods, supports sustainability, and offers free first-hour parking at Grower’s Square on Sundays. Only certified service animals are allowed. For more information, visit their website here.

Kids

Peek-A-Book Storytime: @ Ygnacio Valley Library - Tuesdays at 10:15 AM.

Peek-A-Book Storytime is a playful event for ages 0-2 at Ygnacio Valley Library in Walnut Creek, CA, featuring books, songs, and activities to enhance early literacy skills. Held on Tuesdays from 10:15 AM to 11:15 AM. Learn More

Baby Storytime: @ Walnut Creek Library - Tuesdays at 12 PM Learn More

Family Storytime: @ Ygnacio Valley Library - Thursdays at 10:15 AM Learn More

Toddler Storytime & Play: @ Walnut Creek Library - Thursdays at 10:15 AM Learn More

Arts & Crafts

Food & Drink

Trivia + Karaoke Night: @ Retro Junkie - Wednesdays at 6 PM

Trivia: @ Mike Hess Brewing - Wednesdays at 6 PM

Geeks Who Drink Trivia: @ Rotator Taproom - Wednesdays at 6:30 PM

Karaoke Wednesday: @ Bourbon Highway - Wednesdays at 8 PM. Watch Video

Live Music/Dance

Salsa Tuesdays: @ Retro Junkie - Tuesdays at 6 PM. Watch Video

Line Dancing Lessons: @ Bourbon Highway - Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday at 8 PM. Watch Video

Theatre

"My Dearest Love," an improvised French comedy-of-intrigue by Synergy Theater, runs from April 18 to 28, 2024, at Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, CA. This fully spontaneous performance draws on audience suggestions to weave a tale filled with scandalous letters, deceit, and revenge, questioning whether innocence can overcome guile. Recommended for ages 10 and up, the show lasts about 1 hour and 55 minutes with an intermission. Tickets are available for purchase here.

The Walnut Creek Jazz Band will host "An Evening of Big Band and Vocal Jazz" on April 18, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, CA. This benefit concert will support the City of Walnut Creek's Arts + Rec scholarship program. Celebrating over two decades of performances, the band will play a variety of jazz styles, featuring both vocal and instrumental pieces. The event will last approximately 90 minutes, including an intermission. Tickets are available for purchase here.

Best of San Francisco Stand Up Comedy: @ Lesher Center of the Arts - 2/24 - 8/31 on Saturdays. Tickets

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