🍂 Fall in Full Swing: Markets, Makers & Thanksgiving Treats

Hello Neighbors,

November is here in full color — and Lamorinda is alive with community spirit. This week brings Light Up Orinda on Thursday, the Lamorinda Atelier Grand Opening Reception on Friday, and cozy fall markets all weekend. In Lafayette, the city is moving forward with plans for a safer School St. & Topper Ln. path, and Thanksgiving pre-orders are open at both Tutu’s Food & Drink and Town Bakery & Cafe. As evenings grow darker, let’s drive mindfully and keep that neighborly pace that makes our towns feel like home.

Tuesday is Veterans Day — schools are closed in observance. Take a moment to honor those who served and enjoy the extra family time.

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Where secondhand shopping is a first-class experience. reCHIC specializes in curated designer consignments and gifts from small makers, blending sustainability with style. You’ll find on-trend clothing, handbags, shoes, and accessories that feel every bit as good as new — plus a thoughtful selection of locally made gifts.

Shop in-person Monday–Saturday (10 AM – 5 PM, Thursdays until 6 PM) or online 24/7 with curbside pickup, local delivery, and nationwide shipping. Every first Thursday of the month, reCHIC donates 10% of sales to the Orinda Network for Education (ONE) during their Thursday Happy Hour (4–6 PM) — a great reason to sip, shop, and give back locally.

Thursday, November 6
4:00 PM | Sip, Shop & Style Happy Hour for Orinda Schools (reCHIC, Orinda) — Shop, sip & support Orinda Network for Education (ONE).
4:00 PM | Dried Floral Pumpkin Workshop (Garden Nest Shop, Orinda) — Craft a festive centerpiece.
5:30 PM | Light Up Orinda (Orinda Library Plaza) — Festive lights, music & family fun.

Friday, November 7
9:00 AM | SEED Lafayette Parent & Caregiver November Coffee Talk (Swell Center Cafe, Lafayette Library) — Morning connection with board members and other parents.
5:30 PM | First Fridays Makers Market (Orinda Theatre Square) — Shop local artisans.
6:00 PM | Gather 2025 (Lafayette) — A community celebration supporting local causes.
7:00 PM | Lamorinda Atelier Grand Opening Reception (Orinda) — Celebrate a new art gallery and creative hub.

Saturday, November 8
8:30 AM | Litter Pick Up (Pleasant Hill Rd under Hwy 24) — Help keep Lafayette beautiful.
9:00 AM | Orinda Farmers’ Market (Orinda) — Fresh produce & local flavor.
9:00 AM | Red Cross Blood Drive (Moraga Valley Presbyterian Church) — Donate and make a difference.
2:00 PM | Willy Vlautin & Jennine Capó Crucet Book Talk & Signing (Orinda Books) — An afternoon with two celebrated authors.
2:30 PM | Art Gallery at the Orinda Library Artist Reception (Orinda) — Meet the November artists.
8:30 PM | Cult Movie Night: Rosemary’s Baby (1968) (Orinda Theatre) — A classic screening for film buffs.

Sunday, November 9
9:00 AM | Moraga Farmers’ Market (Moraga) — Sunday shopping & neighbor catch-ups.
1:00 PM | Moraga Historical Society Presents Mark Harrigan (Hacienda de las Flores, Moraga) — Learn about local history.
2:00 PM | Baby Gear & Toy Exchange (Little Seeds, Lafayette) — Swap and save for families.

Monday, November 10
4:00 PM | Food Truck Mondays (Canyon Club, Moraga) — Featuring Los Rockeros.
5:00 PM | One Last Look: Fall Art Reception (Community Hall, Lafayette) — Closing reception for fall exhibit.
5:30 PM | Annual Police & Firefighter Appreciation Dinner hosted by Lamorinda Movers (Serbian Church, Moraga) — Honoring local first responders.
7:00 PM | Lafayette City Council Meeting (Don Tatzin Community Hall, Lafayette Library) — Report on the status of the Connecting Lafayette: Downtown Pathways and Schools Safety Project.

Tuesday, November 11
Veterans Day — Schools closed in observance. Take a moment to honor those who served.
10:00 AM | Twerk n’ Tone Pop-Up (Joy in Motion, Moraga) — A fun fitness pop-up for all levels.
3:00 PM | Boards, Booze & Bites (Lafayette Public House) — Games, snacks & community time.
6:30 PM | Trivia Night (Canyon Club, Moraga) — Gather your team for trivia and brews.

Wednesday, November 12
Starts | San Francisco Silent Film Festival (Orinda Theatre) — Film classics through Nov 16.
4:30 PM | Moraga Rotary’s Penne & Sausage Dinner (La Finestra, Moraga) — Community meal for a cause.
5:00 PM | Lamorinda Moms Preschool Fair (Oakwood Athletic Club Gymnasium, Lafayette) — Meet local schools and educators.
5:30 PM | Moraga Town Council Meeting (Moraga) — Regular town updates.
6:30 PM | Trivia Wednesdays (Headlands, Lafayette) — Team up for trivia fun.

Thursday, November 6
6:30 PM | Chris Ahlman (Fourth Bore, Orinda) — Singer-songwriter favorites.

Friday, November 7
6:00 PM | The Live Oakes (Canyon Club, Moraga) — Acoustic rock and classic covers.
6:30 PM | Paul Rustigian Trio (Fourth Bore, Orinda) — Smooth evening jazz.

Saturday, November 8
3:30 PM | Flock of Flutes Concert (Lafayette Library) — Light, family-friendly performance.
6:00 PM | Cole Panther (Canyon Club, Moraga) — Classic covers & good vibes.
6:30 PM | Brooks Lundy (Fourth Bore, Orinda) — Live local favorite.

Sunday, November 9
12:00 PM | Live Acoustic Music (Barranco, Lafayette) — Relaxed brunch tunes.
1:00 PM | Live Music Sundays (Headlands, Lafayette) — Acoustic afternoon.
2:00 PM | The Breedloves (Canyon Club, Moraga) — Roots and folk favorites.
5:00 PM | Live at Orinda: Ali Ewoldt (Orinda Theatre) — Broadway and classical performances.

Tuesday, November 11
5:30 PM | Christian Eck (Headlands, Lafayette) — Acoustic favorites for easy weeknight vibes.

Thursday, November 6
6:30 PM | Saint Mary’s Women’s Volleyball vs. Oregon State (Moraga) — Home match against the Beavers.

Friday, November 7
4:00 PM | Saint Mary’s Women’s Basketball vs. Chico State (Moraga) — Season opener for the Gaels.
7:00 PM | Miramonte Boys Varsity Football vs. Campolindo (Orinda) — Crosstown rivalry under the lights.
7:30 PM | Saint Mary’s Men’s Basketball vs. Chattanooga (Moraga) — Early-season nonconference matchup.

Saturday, November 8
1:00 PM | Saint Mary’s Women’s Soccer vs. Santa Clara (Moraga) — Final home game of the season.

Sunday, November 9
2:00 PM | Saint Mary’s Women’s Basketball vs. San Francisco State (Moraga) — Weekend home court action.

Tuesday, November 11
7:00 PM | Saint Mary’s Men’s Basketball vs. Ohio (Moraga) — The Gaels host the Bobcats in another home matchup.

Open House: Saturday & Sunday, November 8–9, 1–4 PM — This newly built 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath home in Lafayette’s Saranap neighborhood offers modern luxury and thoughtful design throughout. Enjoy a bright open floor plan, chef’s kitchen, high ceilings, and seamless indoor-outdoor living with a spacious backyard and covered patio. Elegant finishes and custom details make this a standout property just minutes from downtown Lafayette, schools, and trails. Don’t miss this weekend’s open houses to experience one of the area’s finest new homes.

A warm, sunny week ahead — perfect for markets, evening strolls, and outdoor events. Expect cool mornings and crisp nights, so bring a layer after sunset.