Good Morning Tri-Valley! The end of Summer and early Fall always has the best events going on! Dig in!
TASTE Weekend in Livermore is Just Around the Corner!
4 New Restaurants in Pleasanton!
Less than 10 Tickets Left for This Week’s Italian Wine Dinner!
Convergence Tech Summit - Local Event for Tech Enthusiasts!
18 Days Until the Scottish Games!
Pet of the Week!
Beer City in San Ramon
In Partnership with Livermore Valley Wine Community
TASTE Weekend is Coming up Soon!
Livermore Valley’s TASTE weekend is bringing more than a dozen events to wine country, each celebrating this incredible community in a different way.
One to have on your list: Cattle, Cabernet & Country.
This event leans into Livermore Valley’s ranching roots, pairing bold local Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with ranch-inspired bites, local beef, live country music, and dancing under the moonlight on a perfect Fall evening. 6:30-9:30pm.
Guests will taste wines from seven Livermore Valley wineries and meet the ranching families who help share and shape this land.
Dust off your Nashville best and make it a wine country weekend to remember. Get your tickets here!
4 New Restaurants in Pleasanton!
Pacific Pearl Shopping Center, the location of 99 Ranch Market and several other restaurants, will welcome four new restaurants, the shopping center announced.
Chi Cha San Chen, an international Taiwanese tea brand, is scheduled to open in late August in a 1,037-square-foot space at 2709 Stoneridge Drive. Its menu will feature brewed tea, milk tea, fruit tea, and signature creations.
Eight Turn Crepe is a New York City brand that specializes in Japanese crepes made with gluten-free rice flour. Each crepe is prepared fresh, filled with a choice of sweet or savory ingredients, and rolled into a handheld cone. The franchise plans to open a 1,647-square-foot space at 2693 Stoneridge Drive in late September or early October.
Yogurtland is an international brand that allows guests to create their own combinations from a rotating selection of frozen yogurt, ice cream and plant-based flavors, and a wide variety of toppings. The franchise has signed a lease for a 1,220-square-foot location at 2709 Stoneridge Drive. An opening date will be announced as plans are finalized.
HiroNori Craft Ramen has received recognition in the Michelin Guide for its broths, noodles, rice bowls, and Japanese-inspired dishes. The restaurant will occupy a 1,404-square-foot space at 2709 Stoneridge Drive and open at a soon-to-be announced date.
Authentic Italian Wine Dinner at Pasta’s Trattoria!
Less than 10 Tickets Left! If you love great Italian food and wine, mark your calendar for Thursday, August 20.
Pasta’s Trattoria is celebrating its 113th Wine Dinner with the exceptional wines of Tommasi Estates, paired with a delicious five-course dinner created by Chef Jose.
The menu features assorted appetizers, Niçoise tuna salad, Tuscan beef, braised short rib, and homemade tiramisu, with each course thoughtfully paired with Italian wines.
Pasta’s has built a loyal following for these wine dinners over the years, and this one is sure to be another memorable evening.
Tommasi Estates Wine Dinner
Thursday, August 20, 2026
6:00 PM
Reserve your seat today by calling 925-417-2222 or visiting Pasta’s OpenTable page.
Local Tech Conference in San Ramon!
A major tech and innovation summit is coming to San Ramon this fall.
Convergence Tech Summit, powered by Innovate Bay, takes place on Thursday, September 17 from 9am–6pm at the Roundhouse Market & Conference Center at Bishop Ranch.
This one-day event brings together founders, investors, enterprise leaders, policymakers, and innovators for conversations around AI, emerging technology, entrepreneurship, and the future of innovation in California.
The day will include keynote speakers, panel discussions, startup showcases, and curated networking opportunities designed to connect people across the East Bay’s growing tech ecosystem.
Great opportunity for local entrepreneurs, startup founders, and anyone interested in innovation.
18 Days Until the Scottish Games!
The Scottish Games are returning to the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton over Labor Day weekend, Saturday and Sunday, September 5–6.
This is California’s oldest and largest Scottish Games, with Highland dancing, piping and drumming, live bands, sheepdog trials, Celtic animals, birds of prey, living history, vendors, Scottish food, and the famous heavy athletics.
Gates open at 8am, and tickets are available online only. Click here for tickets!
Kids under 5 are free, but still need a ticket.
Pet of the Week
Turn the amp up to eleven, because Def Leppard is ready to rock your world! This adventurous little headbanger has already gone swimming, boating, and even jet skiing.
She'll gladly headline your next hike before crashing into a cuddle session backstage on the couch. Good with other dogs after a proper introduction and friendly with fans of all ages, this cutie is ready to pour some sugar on your life.
Call (925) 426-8656 or email [email protected] to start the adoption process today.
Breed: Mixed Breed, Small (under 24 lbs fully grown)/Mix
Age: 7 months 3 days
Gender: Female
Size: Small
Color: White
Spayed: Yes
Adoption Price: $200.00
Beer City: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Beer City is back at Bishop Ranch, and this one is part race day, part beer festival, and all-around fun.
The day kicks off with the Beer City Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, followed by an afternoon festival with East Bay breweries, live music, and local food vendors.
Guests can also check out the fan-favorite Beat the Beast Beer Mile, hop on the Beer City Trolley to explore local taprooms, and hang out at the official Shindig with Fieldwork Brewing.
A fun day of fitness, local beer, and community right here in San Ramon. Register here!
