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Good Morning, Walnut Creek! It’s Tuesday, May 14th—hope your Monday was a breeze and you’re ready to tackle Tuesday with a smile! ☕️ Let’s keep the positive vibes rolling. Grab your favorite cup of joe and get ready for Trivia Tuesday! Plus, don't forget to gear up for Bike to Work Day coming up this May.

In today’s Walnut Creek Spotlight:

• Trivia Tuesday

• Gear Up for Bike to Work Day in Walnut Creek This May

• Concord YouTuber Convicted for Reckless Highway Driving, Sentenced to Jail

• Upcoming PG&E Webinar to Enhance Wildfire Preparedness in Alameda, Contra Costa, and More

• Diablo Ballet Ends Season with Stravinsky's Iconic The Firebird

- Walnut Creek Spotlight Team

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TRIVIA TUESDAY

What Walnut Creek park, spanning over 1,000 acres, offers dog-friendly nature trails and scenic views of the Mount Diablo foothills?

A. Civic Park
B. Shell Ridge Open Space
C. Heather Farm Park
D. Diablo Hills Regional Park

(see answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

LOCAL NEWS

Gear Up for Bike to Work Day in Walnut Creek This May

Contra Costa County is gearing up for its annual Bike to Work Day on May 16th, celebrating Bike Month with multiple Energizer Stations set up across the region. One of these stations, hosted by the City of Walnut Creek, will be operational from 7:00 to 9:30 AM at the corner of N Main Street and Civic Drive. Cyclists are encouraged to stop by to receive free canvas totes, enjoy various refreshments, and mingle with other biking enthusiasts. For those planning their commute, or simply wishing to join the festivities, the 511 Contra Costa Bike to Work Day webpage offers a wealth of resources including maps of other Energizer Stations, cycling routes, and tips for a safe ride. The event promises to be a vibrant celebration of cycling and community spirit.

Concord YouTuber Convicted for Reckless Highway Driving, Sentenced to Jail

Scott Kitfield, a 33-year-old from Concord, has been sentenced to 60 days in jail for reckless driving and operating a vehicle without a license. Kitfield's activities came to light after he posted videos of himself driving recklessly on I-680 on YouTube, including racing other cars and speeding up to 120 mph. The California Highway Patrol arrested him after tracking his high-speed driving with an aircraft. He is now required to have a tracking device in his car, which he is only permitted to drive. Read Full Article. 

Upcoming PG&E Webinar to Enhance Wildfire Preparedness in Alameda, Contra Costa, and More

Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) continues to prioritize community safety with its ongoing series of webinars focusing on wildfire prevention. These webinars are part of PG&E's Community Wildfire Safety Program, which aims to educate and engage the public on fire safety and the specific measures being implemented locally. Each session provides a platform for community leaders to discuss the latest projects and strategies in wildfire management. Participants from the Bay Area, including counties such as Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, and San Mateo, are invited to join the upcoming Regional Town Hall on May 14, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. This interactive event allows attendees to pose questions and offer feedback, ensuring community voices are heard in the wildfire safety efforts.

EVENTS

Featured Event

Diablo Ballet Ends Season with Stravinsky's Iconic The Firebird

Diablo Ballet will culminate its 2023/24 season with the world premiere of "The Firebird," a captivating new ballet choreographed by Brian Enos to the illustrious score of Igor Stravinsky. This enchanting one-act fairy tale, set to be performed at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, California, features a prince and princess whose love story is heroically influenced by the mystical Firebird. The ballet will run on May 17 and 18, 2024.

The evening will also showcase "4 in the Morning," a dance piece by Val Caniparoli inspired by Edith Sitwell's poem of the same name and set to William Walton’s "Façade (An Entertainment)." Created originally for Amy Seiwart’s Imagery in 2016, this performance evokes the luxurious ambiance of the Roaring Twenties.

Additionally, the program includes "Light Rain," choreographed by Gerald Arpino. First presented in 1981 for the Joffrey Ballet's Silver Anniversary, this work remains a beloved staple, known especially for its mesmerizing Pas de Deux. Diablo Ballet's interpretation promises to bring this audience favorite to life once more.

The entire event is expected to last approximately 90 minutes, including an intermission. Tickets for this stellar end-of-season performance are available for purchase now.

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

Theatre

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

Community

Tai Chi | Mondays at 10:15 AM | Walnut Creek Library | Participants will learn the basic Tai chi movements, a series of sequential postures resembling a slow-motion dance.

Hooked on Books | Civic Park Community Center - 1st Tuesday of each month at 12:30 PM | 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, offers local produce, supports sustainability, and provides free first-hour parking at Grower’s Square; only certified service animals are allowed.

Diablo Valley Farmers’ Market | Shadelands - Saturdays at 9 AM | Located in Walnut Creek's Shadelands Business Park, the Diablo Valley Farmers' Market, open Saturdays 9 AM to 1 PM with over 40 vendors, features fresh Brentwood produce, a Kid’s Craft Corner, and is a family favorite, having been voted #1 in America’s Favorite Farmers’ Market contest.

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 | The Walnut Creek Library hosts Baby Storytime every Tuesday from April 9 to April 30, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM. Parents and caregivers with babies aged 0-1 are invited to enjoy stories, songs, and interactive activities. No registration is required for this engaging and nurturing experience designed for the youngest attendees. 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

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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

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