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This week in Lamorinda feels like a true countdown to Christmas. From festive shopping and movie nights to packed gyms and community gatherings, there’s something happening nearly every night. Sip, Shop & Style brings its usual midweek energy to Orinda, The Polar Express rolls into town for a family favorite, and Saint Mary’s hosts two home games before the holidays. As schedules fill up, a quick reminder to slow down, drive safely, and enjoy these final days of the season with neighbors and friends.

Rooted in the Bay Area and deeply connected to Lamorinda, Meredith brings a thoughtful, steady approach to buying and selling. With strong local insight, clear communication, and genuine care for her clients, she helps make every step of the process feel more manageable and confident.

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Located in downtown Lafayette, SUNMED Modern Wellness offers a calm, approachable space focused on modern, plant-based wellness. In addition to its curated product selection, the location provides in-store wellness therapies including Brain Fitness sessions, Pulse Magnetic Therapy, and Red Light Therapy, giving visitors multiple ways to support balance, recovery, and overall well-being in a community-centered setting.

Last 4 Shows Through Saturday, December 20
Snowbound: A Holiday Tale (Town Hall Theatre) — Festive production

Thursday, December 18
4:00 PM | Sip, Shop & Style Happy Hour (reCHIC) — Holiday shopping with a cause in downtown Orinda
6:30 PM | Free Movie Night: The Polar Express (Orinda Theatre) — A cozy, family-friendly holiday classic

Friday, December 19
8:00 PM | Dragons Car Club Gooneyes Xmas Party (Boo Loo Lounge) — A festive community gathering

Saturday, December 20
8:30 AM | Litter Pick Up (Pleasant Hill Rd under Hwy 24) — Help keep Lafayette clean before the holidays
9:00 AM | Orinda Farmers’ Market — Seasonal produce and local favorites
10:00 AM | Wrap With A Purpose (The Great Hall, Lafayette) — Festive gift wrapping for a good cause
4:30 PM | Winter Solstice Ceremony, Shamanic Journey & Meditation (Orinda) — A reflective evening marking the longest night of the year

Sunday, December 21
9:00 AM | Moraga Farmers’ Market — A relaxed Sunday market stop
3:00 PM | Sunday Junior Drop-In (Sunday Swings) — A fun, active option for kids

Monday, December 22
2025 Junior Gaels Spirit & Cheer Day (Saint Mary’s College) — A special day for young fans
4:00 PM | Food Truck Mondays (Canyon Club) — Featuring Cousins Maine Lobster
7:00 PM | Lafayette City Council Meeting (Lafayette) — Stay connected to local decisions

Tuesday, December 23
6:30 PM | Festivus Champagne & Caviar Party (RÊVE Bistro) — A festive holiday toast
3:00 PM | Boards, Booze, Bites (Lafayette Public House) — A laid-back community hang
6:30 PM | Trivia Night (Canyon Club) — Team up before Christmas

Wednesday, December 24
5:30 PM | Moraga Town Council Meeting — Final meeting before the holiday
6:30 PM | Trivia Wednesdays (Headlands Brewing) — A low-key Christmas Eve option

Liminal Dance Labs is a premier Bay Area dance training hub offering somatically informed conditioning and professional-level performance training for all ages. With over 67 classes across two Lafayette studios, programs include children’s classes, Parent & Me, adult classes, homeschool dance programming, and classes designed for Senior Adults (ages 60+), along with competitive ensembles and college preparation.

Winter & Spring classes begin January 5, with drop-in classes available through February 8.

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Friday, December 19
5:00 PM | James Funk (Canyon Club) — Acoustic favorites

Saturday, December 20
6:00 PM | Joe Cool & Costa (Canyon Club) — Smooth covers

Sunday, December 21
12:00 PM | Live Acoustic Music (Barranco) — Casual afternoon set
1:00 PM | Live Music Sundays (Headlands Brewing) — Easygoing weekend tunes
2:00 PM | Timmy G (Canyon Club) — Crowd-pleasing covers

Tuesday, December 23
5:30 PM | Christian Eck (Headlands Brewing) — Acoustic singer-songwriter

Friday, December 19
7:00 PM | Saint Mary’s Men’s Basketball vs. Florida Atlantic (UCU Pavilion) — Non-conference matchup

Saturday, December 20
2:00 PM | Saint Mary’s Women’s Basketball vs. New Mexico State (UCU Pavilion) — Afternoon tip-off
4:00 PM | Campolindo Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Piedmont (Campolindo High School) — Home court action

Monday, December 22
7:00 PM | Saint Mary’s Men’s Basketball vs. Northern Iowa (UCU Pavilion) — Final home game before Christmas

This beautifully remodeled single-story home in Orinda’s Del Rey neighborhood features 3 bedrooms + office and 2 baths across about 1,606 square feet with a spacious 0.59-acre lot. Highlights include an open-concept living room with fireplace, a stylish updated kitchen with quartz counters and pantry, a bright office with private access, and a peaceful outdoor space with patio and garden — ideal for families or anyone who loves indoor-outdoor living in a classic community setting. Listed at $1,465,000, it’s also close to 12 years of top-rated schools and local amenities.

Spring baseball and softball registration is now open across Lamorinda. While seasons begin later this winter and early spring, several programs are already enrolling, and some divisions may fill before registration closes.

Lafayette Little League Baseball & Softball
Registration is open for Lafayette Little League’s spring season, including baseball and a newly launched softball program. With neighborhood-based teams and age-appropriate divisions, the league focuses on fundamentals, teamwork, and positive player development throughout the season.

Moraga Baseball Association (MBA)
Spring registration is currently open for Moraga Baseball, with the deadline to register set for Friday, December 19. Player evaluations are scheduled for January 10, practices begin January 31, and Opening Day is planned for February 28. Families should register for the appropriate division to ensure proper team placement.

Orinda Baseball Association (OBA)
Registration is open for OBA’s spring baseball season, which offers locally based teams and a community-focused approach to skill development and sportsmanship. Practices and games will take place later in the winter and early spring.

LMYA Baseball & Softball
LMYA is now accepting registrations for its spring baseball and softball programs, offering multiple age divisions designed to balance skill development, teamwork, and a fun, community-centered experience.

Bay Area Ballplayers
Spring tryouts and training opportunities are available for baseball and softball players through Bay Area Ballplayers, with programs geared toward skill development and competitive play at higher levels as the season approaches.