Good Morning Tri-Valley! Hello Fall, Goodbye Summer?

• Tri-Valley Explorer Exclusive! Save 20% on Tickets to The Mash Bill!

• Game-Day Vibes + The Best Fries in Town? Meet The Hangout 🍺

• Joann May Be Gone, But Dublin Sewing Center is Here With a Super Sale!

• Pet of the Week! 🐶

• Tri-Valley Event & Wedding Center Getting Makeover

• Mosquito Alert - Carriers of Serious Disease

Save 20% on Tickets to This Sunday’s Whiskey Walk in Downtown Livermore

🥃 Whiskey is about to take over downtown Livermore! On Sunday, September 28th, The Mash Bill Whiskey Walk will turn some of the city’s top spots into a curated tasting trail. Guests will sip their way through 15 distilleries—from household names to boutique craft labels—with pours led by industry icons, including the owner of Maker’s Mark and other distillery leaders joining in to share their stories.

ENTER PROMO CODE “TVE” (without the quotes) at checkout to save 20% on Tickets! Click Here For Tickets.

Standard Tickets – $85+ fees (or $68 + fees with promo code TVE)
✔ Access to whiskey tastings at all venues
✔ A branded Glencairn glass to keep
✔ A tasting card to guide your experience
✔ A swag bag with premium goodies
✔ Uber credit to help you get home safe

VIP Tickets – $125 (or $100 + fees with promo code TVE) include everything above, plus:
✨ Express check-in
✨ Upgraded swag bag
✨ Raffle ticket for rare bottles & prizes
✨ Entry to the secret VIP After Party

Venues include The Fat Pigeon, Sons of Liberty Alehouse, The Syndicate, The Black Cat, Rebel Kitchen & Libations, and Nightcaps at Rosetta. This is one whiskey event you don’t want to miss.

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Can Fries Be Life-Changing? Only if They Taste Like This!

🍕 New Spot Alert: The Hangout Livermore 🍻

The hubs and I stopped by the Grand Opening of the Hangout Livermore (1524 N. Vasco Rd.), and we were blown away by how much they transformed the space. This spot has seen a few restaurants over the years, but the remodel makes it feel totally new—bright, inviting, and perfect for catching a game with the large screen TV’s on every wall. Check out my instagram post for more photos and video!

The staff was welcoming, and we let them guide us toward some favorites (with a few things we had to try ourselves!). Here’s the lineup:

• Tandoor Wings – baked, not fried, with just the right spice and crispness.

• Buffalo Wings – tangy, flavorful, and a classic done right.

• Peri Peri Fries – crispy, golden, and topped with one of the best Peri Peri sauces I’ve ever tasted. Addictive!

• Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza – cheesy, bold, and bursting with flavor—an Indian-inspired pizza that totally works.

• Pepperoni Pizza – traditional, simple, and delicious.

On the drinks side, they’ve got 11 beers on tap (local, micro, and macro brews) plus a list of ~8 wines, both red and white.

The Hangout Livermore has “go-to spot” written all over it - especially for watching sports with friends. We can’t wait to come back with the kids!

Sewing Super Sale in Dublin!

When Joann closed its Tri-Valley stores earlier this year, we shared a few local alternatives—and one of our favorites, Dublin Sewing Center, is making news again with a Super Sale running now through Saturday, September 27th!

Exclusive In-Store Offers:

• 25% off Thread & Pre-wound Bobbins

• 25% off Sewing & Quilting Notions

• 25% off Feet & Machine Accessories

• 25% off Bobbins & Needles

• 25% off Hoops & Stabilizers

• 15% off Tutto Bags & Sew Steady Tables

And if you’re in the market for a machine, you can save up to 50% on models from Brother, Bernina, and more.

Beyond the deals, Dublin Sewing Center shines with perks you don’t get at the big-box stores: free “get to know your machine” classes, a year of free labor warranty, drop-in support, and customer service so strong it’s earned them a 4.5-star Yelp rating.

Shop local, save big, and stitch happy! You can find them at 7367 Village Parkway in Dublin.

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What’s Next for the Martinelli Center?

There’s new momentum around the Martinelli Center on Greenville Road, which has sat mostly quiet since the pandemic. Alameda County officials shared plans to revitalize the 20-year-old building, which currently houses offices for Livermore Valley Wine Country and the Resource Conservation District, but hasn’t used its event space in years.

The vision? A refreshed facility that could serve as both a visitor hub for wine country and an event center hosting weddings, gatherings, and weekend programs. A market study found strong potential, especially given the Center’s location at the gateway to Livermore’s vineyards.

The timing aligns with the planned sewer line extension from Livermore to Greenville Road, approved by voters in 2024, which will allow businesses like lodging and hospitality to grow in South Livermore Valley.

The county expects to issue a request for proposals this fall, with operator selection in spring—opening the door to a new chapter for this important community space.

Pet of the Week - Rocky the Yorkiepoo!

🐶 Meet Rocky 🐶
Rocky is only 7 weeks old! He’s a precious little boy who weighs in at a huge 20 ounces! Thank you for sharing Kerissa! 🐶✨

Want to see your pet in the spotlight?
👉 Submit your Pet of the Week entry here! Dogs, Cats, Reptiles or another pet you call part of your family is welcome!

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🚨 Heads Up, Livermore: New Mosquito Alert 🚨

Neighbors, this is one you’ll want to act on quickly. The Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District has confirmed an invasive mosquito species in Livermore—Aedes aegypti. These little pests are daytime biters (unlike the usual kind we’re used to) and are known carriers of illnesses like dengue, Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever.

They’ve been found in the area west of Brookmeadow Park, between N. Mines Rd. and East Ave. Today, ACMAD crews will be out in uniform and white trucks, checking properties for breeding grounds.

Here’s what you can do:

• Walk your yard and dump any standing water—flowerpot saucers, bird baths, buckets, even a bottle cap can be a breeding site.

• Keep an eye out for unusual daytime mosquito activity.

• If you notice something, call ACMAD at 510-783-7744 or visit their website.

Quick action from all of us is the best way to stop this mosquito from settling into our community.