Good Morning Tri-Valley - Who’s ready for the Super Bowl?
Super Bowl Hot Spots in the Tri-Valley!
Fire it Up Friday 🔥
Make it an Italian Valentine’s Day Weekend!
Saturday Shenanigans
Don’t Miss this Crab Feed!
Introducing the Tri-Valley Explorer DINNER CLUB 🍽️
Weekly Grocery Store Deals
Pet of the Week
Super Bowl Hot Spots in the Tri-Valley
🏈 Super Bowl Hot Spots Around the Tri-Valley
Whether you’re watching for the game, the commercials, or just an excuse to eat wings and drink beer, these Tri-Valley spots are solid bets for Super Bowl Sunday.
Livermore
First Street Alehouse – Craft beer lovers, this one’s a classic with burgers, cocktails, and good vibes
The Hangar Livermore– A go-to for amazing wings and pizza.
Hops & Sessions – Self-pour taproom with a great mix of beers and bites.
Hop DeVine – Tons of seating and an extensive beer list make this an easy game-day choice.
Sauced BBQ & Spirits – BBQ, bold cocktails, and high-energy vibes.
The Hangar SFO – Elevated pub food, cocktails, and 70 self-pour tap lineup.
Pleasanton
Pivot Craft Kitchen & Sports Bar – Pleasanton’s newest hot spot with a strong menu and diverse drinks.
Beer Baron Bar & Kitchen – A longtime local favorite with craft beers and classic bar vibes.
The Draft Sports Pub – Wings, burgers, beer — everything you want on game day.
The Neighborhood Sports Bar & Kitchen – Downtown energy with solid food and drinks.
Sunshine Saloon Sports Bar & Charcoal Grill – An old-school Pleasanton sports bar with beer, cocktails, and bar food.
SideTrack Bar + Grill – BBQ, burgers, beer, and cocktails in the heart of downtown.
San Ramon
Canyon Lakes Brewery & Restaurant – Casual brewery vibes with a solid beer selection and a delicious menu.
DareDevil Dogs – Crazy good Hot Dogs and Beer.
Fieldwork San Ramon – Great beer and food at Bishop Ranch City Center.
Danville
Danville Brewing Company – Craft beer, a full menu, and a lively atmosphere.
Norm’s Place – A favorite for locals in Danville
Canyon Club Brewery – Excellent food, great beer, and lots of indoor and outdoor seating.
Valentine’s Weekend at Pasta’s Trattoria!
Looking for one of the best date night options in town this Valentine’s weekend? Pasta’s Trattoria is serving up a special 3-course dinner that feels elegant and memorable without breaking the bank — perfect for anyone who wants to make the weekend feel extra special. Did I mention the special Valentine’s Cocktail list? Call for reservations: 925-417-2222
💘 Valentine’s Weekend 3-Course Dinner at Pasta’s Trattoria
FIRST COURSE
🥗 Green Goddess Salad
Butter lettuce, roasted corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado, feta, and green goddess dressing
ENTREE COURSE
🥩🦞 Filet Mignon & Lobster Tail — $77
Garlic mashed potatoes & chef’s vegetables
🥩🦞 10 oz. New York Steak & Half Lobster Tail — $65
Garlic mashed potatoes & chef’s vegetables
🦞 10 oz. Lobster Tail — $65
Garlic mashed potatoes & chef’s vegetables
🐑 Grilled Lamb Chops — $62
Garlic mashed potatoes & chef’s vegetables
🐟 Fresh Fish — $56
Chef’s preparation with risotto & vegetables
🐷 Kurobuta Pork Chop — $56
Garlic mashed potatoes, chef’s vegetables & winter fruit chutney
DESSERT
🍮 Crème Brûlée or 🍨 Gelato
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February 6th - Fire It Up Friday! 🔥
🎸🎶 Live Music 🎶 🎸
Jim Remy | Neighborhood Sports Bar & Kitchen | Pleasanton, 6pm
Sugar Bear with Joey & Friends | Las Positas Vineyards | Livermore, 6pm
Bad Boy Bruce | Wood Family Vineyards | Livermore, 5pm
Kinetic | Del Valle Winery | Livermore, 6pm
Randy and Jenny | Swirl On The Square | Livermore, 7pm
Tribute to Johnny Cash | Firehouse Arts Center | Pleasanton, 7:30pm
New Moon | Almost Famous Wine Lounge | Livermore, 7:30pm
Blind Boys of Alabama | Bankhead Theater | Livermore, 8pm
PTK TheBand | Norm’s Place | Danville, 8pm
Night Owls | Meenar Music Club | Danville, 9:30pm
🎭 🎤 Comedy, Theater, & Other Events 🎤🎭
Jerry “Lucky” Law | Tommy T’s | Pleasanton, 7:30pm
In Partnership with Livermore Valley Arts
Selected Shorts at The Bankhead Theater
💘📚 Selected Shorts Returns to the Bankhead
Just in time for Valentine’s (and Palentine’s), Selected Shorts returns to the Bankhead Theater for a perfect February Sunday afternoon. Expect funny, mysterious, and deeply human stories exploring unexpected romances, competing desires, and surprising encounters.
Bring your partner, best friends — or even your favorite frenemy — and enjoy live readings by Geoffrey Arend, Joshua Malina, and Wendie Malick. A longtime favorite produced by Symphony Space and broadcast nationwide, this special performance is also a membership appreciation event and a lovely way to spend a cozy afternoon in Livermore. Click here for tickets!
February 7th- Saturday Shenanigans!
🎸🎶 Live Music 🎶 🎸
Gregory Alan Jones | Bent Creek Winery | Livermore, 12pm
Sugar Bear | Pruett Farms Winery | Livermore, 11:30am
Loren O | Retzlaff Vineyards | Livermore, 12pm
Del Valle Fine Arts Aspen Trio | Bankhead Theater | Livermore, 2pm
Dave Ouzo Land | Canyon Club Brewery | Danville, 5pm=
New Shoes Blues Band | Las Positas Vineyards | Livermore, 6pm
Better Days | Del Cielo Brewing Co | Livermore, 6pm
Chris Rogers | Neighborhood Sports Bar & Kitchen | Pleasanton, 6pm
Bobby Bolero | Swirl On the Square | Livermore, 7pm
Brodie Stewart | Almost Famous Wine Lounge | Livermore, 7:30pm
Gunpowder and Lace | Stampede | Livermore, 8pm
Kid Dynamite | Cellar Door | Pleasanton, 8pm
Fourplay Dance Band | Meenar | Danville, 9:30pm
🎭 🎤 Comedy, Theater, & Other Events 🎤🎭
San Ramon Farmers Market | City Center Bishop Ranch | San Ramon, 9am.
Pleasanton Farmers Market | Downtown Pleasanton | 9am - 1pm.
Jerry “Lucky” Law | Tommy T’s | Pleasanton, 7pm
A Crab Feed for Youth Sports!
Some of you know that I’m a proud mom of two teen cheerleaders who pour their hearts into competitive All-Star cheer. I also help support their teams through fundraising, and one of the organizations I work with — East County All-Stars — is hosting an incredible Crab Feed on February 21st in Knightsen (right next to Brentwood).
I would love to see many of you there! The food is going to be fantastic, and we’ve lined up some amazing door prizes and raffles.
🎟️ Tickets are $85
🪑 Table buy-outs & sponsorship opportunities are also available — a great way to reach cheer families and other youth sports families across the Tri-Valley and Contra Costa County. Click Here to Buy Tickets!
It’s going to be a fun, lively night for a great cause — hope you can join us!
Introducing the Tri-Valley Explorer Dinner Club!
I’m so excited to officially announce something new I’ve been quietly working on — the first-ever Tri-Valley Explorer Dinner Club.
If you’ve ever wanted a fun, low-pressure way to meet new people, enjoy a great meal, and explore the Tri-Valley dining scene without awkward networking vibes, this is for you.
Here’s how it works:
You’ll start by heading to this link and taking a quick personality quiz. From there, you’ll be matched with five other dinner guests based on shared interests, dietary preferences, budget comfort, and more. Thoughtful matching means better conversations and a better night out.
The fun twist? Your restaurant will be revealed the morning of the event, adding a little mystery to the night. After dinner, all groups are invited to a casual after-party at a local bar to keep the evening going.
And yes — I’ll be there, and I’m really looking forward to meeting you, hearing how dinner went, and raising a glass together.
The first Tri-Valley Explorer Dinner Club happens in Downtown Livermore on Thursday, February 19th. If you’re ready to meet new people, try great restaurants, and do something a little different — pull up a chair. I can’t wait to see you there. Sign-up here!
There’s a $15.99 per person registration fee, which covers all the behind-the-scenes details — matching, scheduling, restaurant reservations, software platform, and the post-dinner meetup location. Each guest is responsible for their own dinner and drinks.
Grocery Store Weekly Offers and Deals!
Fresh deals just for you! Take a peek at this week’s grocery store specials around the Tri-Valley. Happy shopping and happy saving!
Pet of the Week - Meet Max!
Love may be blind, but Max is only partially blind, which doesn't stop him from seeing straight into your heart! This sweetheart is a staff favorite who's ready to be your ultimate lap cat, showering you with cuddles and affection. He's lived with other cats before but is equally happy as your one-and-only Valentine. Adopt Max for just $14 during our Adults Only special through February 14! Call (925) 426-8656, or email [email protected] to get started with the adoption process.
