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A new outdoor concert venue is officially debuting in the East Bay hills this weekend. Siesta Valley Bowl launches Saturday with its inaugural Spring Bash featuring three Bay Area bands, including Talking Heads tribute act Burning Down The House. It’s the start of what’s shaping up to be a packed summer lineup of outdoor shows and community events. Around Lamorinda, the milder evenings and sunnier weekend forecast are also bringing packed food truck nights, farmers markets, trivia nights, and plenty of reasons to stay outside a little longer.
🏀 PRESENTED BY MICKEY MCCONNELL BASKETBALL CAMP
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Saint Mary’s Men’s Basketball is celebrating 25 summers of camp with the Mickey McConnell Basketball Camp, built for players of all skill levels.
Campers work on skill development, compete in daily games, and learn directly from the Saint Mary’s coaching staff. The camp also features leadership sessions inspired by the program’s W.A.L.T. philosophy: Work ethic, Attitude, Leadership, and Teamwork.
Discount applies to Mickey McConnell Basketball Camp only. Excludes Hi Potential and Father/Son Camp.
📰 DIGEST
Graduation week has arrived across Lamorinda, with seniors at Acalanes, Campolindo, and Miramonte High Schools wrapping up finals and commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 29. Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
June 2 is Election Day across Contra Costa County – Ballots are already out for California’s statewide primary election, with voting open through Tuesday for statewide offices, local races, and regional measures.
Bay Area Telegraph takes a closer look at the Lafayette BART makeover – New pathways, a secure bike station, plaza improvements, public art, and redesigned pedestrian access are all underway as part of a broader project aimed at creating a stronger connection between Lafayette BART and downtown.
🎸 LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
Siesta Valley Bowl is officially kicking off its new chapter with the inaugural Spring Bash on May 30, bringing live music back to the Berkeley-Orinda hills with three Bay Area bands, including Talking Heads tribute band Burning Down The House. The outdoor amphitheater and community venue launches with a full summer calendar of concerts, events, and gatherings, alongside the Siesta Valley Foundation’s broader focus on conservation, education, and local programming. It’s one of the more unique new outdoor venues entering the Lamorinda event scene this summer.
📅 WHAT’S HAPPENING
Thursday, May 28
5pm | Sip & Paint Night (SUNMED Modern Wellness) — Choose from multiple painting designs, sip Kava mocktails, and unwind with a creative crowd.
6:30pm | Bingo with Bri (Headlands Brewing) — Bingo night returns with games, prizes, and a lively community crowd.
7:30pm | Women Director Series - Certain Women (Orinda Theatre) — Catch a screening in the Women Director Series.
Friday, May 29
6:30pm | The Ripplers (The Fourth Bore Taproom & Grill) — Live music from The Ripplers brings an easy night out in Orinda.
7pm | Jack Wright's Tribute to Neil Diamond Superstar (Town Hall Theatre Company) — Jack Wright delivers a cinematic Neil Diamond tribute with classic songs and storytelling.
Saturday, May 30
9am | Orinda Farmers' Market (Orinda Community Center) — Pick up seasonal produce, fresh foods, and local goods.
6pm | Spring Jam with Burning Down the House (Siesta Valley Bowl) — An outdoor spring concert night with Bay Area bands, food, drinks, and dancing under the stars.
Sunday, May 31
9am | Moraga Farmers’ Market — Local farmers and food producers rotate through seasonal produce, fresh staples, and artisan specialties.
12pm | Lamorinda AVA Anniversary Celebration (Local Vines) — Celebrate the Lamorinda AVA’s 10-year anniversary with local wine, cider, and food.
1pm | Cinema Craft Series - Paris Blues (Orinda Theatre) — Matías Bombal’s repertory film series screens the 1960s jazz romance Paris Blues.
4pm | The Lettermen (Orinda Theatre) — The Lettermen bring their signature three-part harmonies and updated arrangements to the stage.
Tuesday, June 2
5pm | Hacienda Nights (Hacienda de las Flores Park) — Food trucks, lawn games, and drinks turn the Hacienda lawn into a lively neighborhood picnic.
Wednesday, June 3
3pm | Boards | Booze | Bites (Lafayette Public House) — Drop in for tabletop games, shared snacks, and rotating drinks in an easygoing social setting.
5pm | June Greet Happy Hour (Western Flyer Brewing) — A relaxed happy hour with local residents, leaders, and business owners in a welcoming new space.
🗳️ SPONSORED BY SUPPORT EXCELLENT MORAGA SCHOOLS - YES ON I
Moraga’s schools rank almost dead last in state funding. Our schools have stretched every dollar, but compounding cuts have pushed us to the breaking point. Without Measure I, deeper classroom cuts and layoffs are inevitable. We must protect the heart of Moraga. Ballots are out now — don’t let yours sit on the counter. Fill it out, sign it, and drop it off today or by June 2.
🍽️ LAMORINDA DINNER CLUB
Our next Lamorinda Dinner Club is heading back to Lafayette on Wednesday, June 17 at 6:30 PM. These dinners are designed to be relaxed, social nights with a small group of locals, good food, and easy conversation with people you probably haven’t met yet. We already have a great group forming with 12 people signed up so far.
🏡 HOUSE OF THE WEEK
Set on nearly three-quarters of an acre at the end of a quiet Happy Valley cul-de-sac, this Lafayette property feels more like a private garden retreat than a typical neighborhood home. The grounds, featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Sunset Magazine, HGTV, and multiple garden tours, are filled with curated landscaping, mature oaks, redwoods, and a year-round creek running through the property. One of the home’s standout design elements is a swimming pool that begins inside the dining room and extends beneath a walkway into the backyard, alongside a detached ADU/studio and easy access to nearby Briones trails.
🌤️ WEATHER
A mixed late-spring forecast ahead for Lamorinda, with a little early-morning rain possible Thursday and Friday before sunnier, warmer weather settles in for the weekend. Most daytime plans should stay in good shape.
Thu: Partly cloudy with a chance of early showers. High near 68° / Low around 52°. Mild daytime weather for getting outside around town.
Fri: Cooler with a slight chance of pre-dawn rain. High near 64° / Low around 51°. Expect a gray start before the weekend sunshine returns.
Sat: Sunny. High near 71° / Low around 51°. A much better setup for concerts, markets, and outdoor gatherings.
Sun: Sunny and warm. High near 80° / Low around 48°. Easily the nicest day of the week around Lamorinda.
Mon: Sunny. High near 75° / Low around 49°. Mild weather continues heading into the new week.
Tue: Partly sunny. High near 69° / Low around 49°. Cooler air returns but still comfortable overall.
Wed: Sunny. High near 75° / Low around 51°. A warm, bright finish to the week.
Feels like Lamorinda is easing into summer mode this week. Curious to see how many people discover Siesta Valley Bowl this weekend and end up making it part of their regular summer rotation.
— Rajiv