3+ week, 3+ day ago (239+ words) Nonprofit local news for the Tri-Valley A "hot-rodding weekend" is in store for Pleasanton as the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association presents its 35th FuelCurve.com Autumn Get-Together at the Alameda County Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday. "The Autumn Get-Together is a two-day automotive celebration combining late-model muscle machines with traditional hot rods, classic trucks and other vintage cruisers, so there is something for everyone to enjoy," organizers said. "Not only will the fairgrounds be packed with hot rods and classics, but there will also be three special indoor displays featuring trick trucks, Ford Thunderbirds, and a Lowrider area organized by Deadend Magazine," they added. Other highlights include the popular Vettes for Vets parade in honor of Veterans Day, the Goodguys AutoCross series, Smash-4-Cash Demolition Derby, Nitro Thunderfest vintage dragster exhibition, large swap meet, Cars 4-Sale Coral and the Family Fun…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (92+ words) Deborah explores the world of food and drink locally and around the world. As the Tri-Valley Foodist, she writes about local restaurants, wineries, breweries, and distilleries for Embarcadero Media East Bay. Her gastronomic travel articles depict experiences at the local and global dining table for several online publications. Philz Coffee held a soft opening Monday with limited hours at 1803 Santa Rita Road in Pleasanton, the site that was formerly home to KFC. Enter the code sent to your email. Get the best of Pleasanton Weekly directly in your email inbox....

1+ week, 3+ day ago (1847+ words) This year, give the gift of a lasting impact. Ensure your community stays informed for generations to come by supporting local journalism. The season is upon us, whether we're ready or not. Thanksgiving is next Thursday. Then it's Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday in quick succession before Hanukkah festivities, Christmas celebrations and New Year's events come and go." There are so many special activities across the Tri-Valley all holiday season long. Here's our overview of the "Holiday Happenings" on the calendar so far in Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin, San Ramon and Danville from now through New Year's weekend: The Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink at City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon is now through Jan. 4 Tickets are purchased per 90-minute sessions. Visit citycenterbishopranch.com The ultimate holiday tradition awaits. Don't miss Santa pictures at Stoneridge…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago (396+ words) Nonprofit local news for the Tri-Valley The artistic creativity and diversity in Pleasanton and the greater Tri-Valley is on display in the Harrington Gallery all autumn long. Running the gamut of subjects and styles to grab patrons" attention, the Pleasanton Art League"s "18th Annual Fall Members" Show" is open now through Dec. 20 in the fine arts gallery inside the city"s Firehouse Arts Center downtown." "This group exhibition is a brilliant amalgamation of styles and mediums that draws viewers in," Harrington Gallery curator Sydney Tang told the Pleasanton Weekly." "With around 75 pieces from artists of all levels " some just starting out, others well-established " visitors get an exciting blend of fresh ideas and evolving techniques. There is always something surprising to discover with the diversity of PAL"s 200-plus membership," Tang added. For Alana Shoars, president of the nonprofit PAL, the…...

4+ day, 17+ hour ago (431+ words) This year, give the gift of a lasting impact. Ensure your community stays informed for generations to come by supporting local journalism. Pleasanton's reputation for positive appearances made the rounds last week when national bloggers and aggregators picked up on a listing from earlier this summer that declared Pleasanton as the cleanest city in California." Actually the survey from the landscaping industry website LawnStarter ranked the "Dirtiest Cities in the United States" (measuring the cleanliness, or lack thereof, in 300 of the biggest cities across the country) " and Pleasanton found itself at the bottom of the list, a very good place to be in context." How will you give back this season? Create a lasting impact close to home " help local journalists uncover the stories that matter. Pleasanton placed as the No. 9 "least dirty city" in the U.S., and the best in…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago (303+ words) Nonprofit local news for the Tri-Valley The Firehouse Arts Center is extending the spooky season another two weekends after Halloween, with Pleasanton Youth Theater Company's production of "Beetlejuice JR. The stage show follows the familiar story from the original film and follow-up Broadway musical, with outcast teenager Lydia Deetz navigating the loss of her mother while moving into a new house with her father " a house that happens to be haunted by a recently deceased couple and the eccentric demon Beetlejuice. "I think fans of the original movie will find that same zany humor from the movie, while adding some new insight to each of the characters, city library and recreation coordinator Jeff Zavattero told the Pleasanton Weekly as rehearsals wound down before opening night. PYTC Center Stage is presenting eight shows among the two casts of young actors between…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago (197+ words) This year, give the gift of a lasting impact. Ensure your community stays informed for generations to come by supporting local journalism. Amid this dreary autumn weather, Alameda County Fair officials want to take you to the warmer days of next summer, announcing Friday that The Beach Boys will headline the 2026 Big O Tires Concert Series." How will you give back this season? Create a lasting impact close to home " help local journalists uncover the stories that matter. The legendary band " known for hits like "Good Vibrations, "California Girls, "Kokomo and "Surfin" USA " will perform on the Pleasanton fairgrounds" amphitheater stage July 1 at 8 p.m. Founding member Mike Love and longtime bandmate Bruce Johnston, who joined in 1965, are among the current touring lineup. The Beach Boys were the first act revealed for next summer"s concert roster. LaPorte indicated that other performers…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago (366+ words) Jeremy Walsh is the associate publisher and editorial director of Embarcadero Media Foundation's East Bay Division, including the Pleasanton Weekly, LivermoreVine.com and DanvilleSanRamon.com. He joined Embarcadero Media in late 2013, two days after returning from his honeymoon. After serving as East Bay associate editor, he was promoted to editor in early 2017, editorial director in mid 2023 and associate publisher/editorial director in July 2025. With primary duties focused on leading the editorial department including overseeing the Pleasanton Weekly print edition as well as community awareness and fundraising campaigns and interdepartmental initiatives, Jeremy fills in on a variety of news coverage and online editing as needed. Jeremy also pens a weekly column, What a Week, which debuted in 2021; serves on the Editorial Board, including writing editorial comments; and is part of the division's award-winning candidate forum moderator team. Born in Vallejo and…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (262+ words) Jeremy Walsh is the associate publisher and editorial director of Embarcadero Media Foundation's East Bay Division, including the Pleasanton Weekly, LivermoreVine.com and DanvilleSanRamon.com. He joined Embarcadero Media in late 2013, two days after returning from his honeymoon. After serving as East Bay associate editor, he was promoted to editor in early 2017, editorial director in mid 2023 and associate publisher/editorial director in July 2025. With primary duties focused on leading the editorial department including overseeing the Pleasanton Weekly print edition as well as community awareness and fundraising campaigns and interdepartmental initiatives, Jeremy fills in on a variety of news coverage and online editing as needed. Jeremy also pens a weekly column, What a Week, which debuted in 2021; serves on the Editorial Board, including writing editorial comments; and is part of the division's award-winning candidate forum moderator team. Born in Vallejo and…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago (269+ words) The Pleasanton Planning Commission is set to vote on an application Wednesday for the demolition of a commercial building at 4400 Black Avenue and the construction of 59 condominiums and seven accessory dwelling units on the property. According to the staff report for the Nov. 12 meeting, the commission will also be voting on approving the vesting tentative tract map, which includes the designation of private street names, and approving an Affordable Housing Agreement (AHA), which will help enforce the city's inclusionary housing requirements. According to the overall scope of work, the project aims to build 10, three-story buildings with a total of 59 townhome-style condominiums that span over 96,584 square feet located just south of the Amador Valley High School sports field. The applicant behind the project is The True Life Companies, a real estate developer based in San Ramon. The maximum height for each…...