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Happy New Year, Lamorinda. If today’s feeling a little slower after a late night, that’s probably about right. The first week of January brings a gentle reset, with winter film screenings at the Orinda Theatre, live music around town, and a handful of low-key community gatherings. It’s a good stretch to ease back in, support something local, and set the tone for the year ahead.
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📰 Digest
Contra Costa County measles exposure alert — Health officials confirmed recent measles exposures at multiple locations including StatMED Urgent Care in Lafayette, prompting public health guidance to check vaccination status and monitor for symptoms.
Six new EV chargers installed at Orinda Library — The Orinda Library now offers six publicly accessible electric-vehicle chargers in the downtown lot and garage, a long-awaited addition to local charging infrastructure.
🍽️ Local Business Spotlight
A longtime cornerstone of downtown Orinda, this independent bookstore is known for its thoughtfully curated selection of new releases, staff favorites, and children’s titles, along with regular author events and book clubs. As the new year begins, it’s an easy and welcoming place to start a reading habit or spend some quiet time browsing locally owned shelves.
🗓️ What’s Happening
Friday, January 2
4:00 PM | Sunday Swing Ladies’ Night (Sunday Swing) — A relaxed early evening focused on movement and connection.
Saturday, January 3
3:00 PM | Cinderella – Disney Restoration Series (Orinda Theatre) — A classic family-friendly film screening.
Sunday, January 4
9:00 AM | Moraga Farmers’ Market (Moraga) — A weekend staple for groceries and local produce.
3:00 PM | Sunday Swing Junior Drop In (Sunday Swing) — A low-pressure afternoon session for kids to try something new.
Monday, January 5
4:00 PM | Food Truck Mondays (Canyon Club) — Featuring Los Rockeros.
6:30 PM | 50 Movies You May Not Have Seen – The Man in the Moon (Orinda Theatre) — Part of an ongoing film discussion series.
Tuesday, January 6
3:00 PM | Boards, Booze, Bites (Lafayette Public House) — Board games paired with food and drinks.
6:30 PM | Trivia Night (Canyon Club) — Weekly trivia with food and drinks.
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🎵 Live Music
Friday, January 2
5:30 PM | Joe Brennan (Canyon Club) — Acoustic singer-songwriter.
Saturday, January 3
6:00 PM | Calm & Chaos (Canyon Club) — High-energy rock covers.
Sunday, January 4
12:00 PM | Live Acoustic Music (Barranco) — Easygoing daytime acoustic set.
5:30 PM | Brad Edelman (Canyon Club) — Classic rock and blues.
🏀 Sports
Friday, January 2
7:00 PM | Saint Mary’s Men’s Basketball vs. Portland (University Credit Union Pavilion) — WCC home game.
Saturday, January 3
3:00 PM | Campolindo Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Redwood Giants (Campolindo High School) — Afternoon home matchup.
Sunday, January 4
5:00 PM | Saint Mary’s Men’s Basketball vs. Seattle U (University Credit Union Pavilion) — Early evening tip-off.
🏡 House of the Week
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This remodeled Mid-Century Modern four-bed, three-bath home on nearly 4 acres in Orinda’s Sleepy Hollow offers sweeping valley views, abundant natural light, and peaceful privacy — an ideal way to start the year with space to breathe and grow.
🌤 Weather Forecast
Thu 1/1: High 58° / Low 45° — A slow New Year’s Day with clouds and a chance of light rain, best for cozy indoor plans.
Fri 1/2: High 57° / Low 44° — Mostly cloudy with occasional showers, a good grab-a-jacket kind of day.
Sat 1/3: High 56° / Low 43° — Morning drizzle possible, then overcast and mild for errands or afternoon plans.
Sun 1/4: High 59° / Low 42° — Cloudy but dry, comfortable for markets and outdoor stops.
Mon 1/5: High 55° / Low 41° — Showers return, making it a solid movie-night Monday.
Tue 1/6: High 56° / Low 42° — A mix of clouds and breaks of sun with cooler winter air.
Wed 1/7: High 54° / Low 40° — Mostly cloudy with rain likely later in the day, plan for wet roads.Full Forecast
Here’s to a calm, steady start to the new year. Wishing you a good first week of 2026, and maybe a new book or two along the way.
— Rajiv
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