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The Orinda Theatre has two very different nights lined up: Ida Lupino’s final film on Thursday and an Eagles tribute on Friday. Saturday brings an artist reception with steel pan music to Moraga Art Gallery. If you like to take your local stories on a walk, you can also listen to the Lamorinda Life podcast.
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LOCAL NEWS
Hog Island Oyster Co. plans its first East Bay restaurant in Lafayette - The oyster bar is slated for the former Barranco space on Mount Diablo Boulevard in early 2027
La Fiesta Square Starbucks closes Friday, September 25 - A posted notice confirms the permanent closure at Mount Diablo Boulevard and Lafayette Circle, directing customers to the location near Hampton Road
California declares an emergency ahead of El Niño season - The declaration lets the state stage supplies and prepare for potential storms later this fall and winter
Moraga to review a proposed 27-home subdivision - The Planning Commission takes up Moraga Terrace at a special meeting Tuesday, September 29
LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
Sorso opened Wednesday in Orinda’s Theatre Square. Orinda resident Daniele Carsano is behind the Italian-inspired bar, where cocktails, wine, and shareable plates give neighbors a new place to gather close to home.
For now: walk-ins only; no reservations. You can find Sorso at 2 Orinda Theatre Square.
ON THE CALENDAR
Thursday, September 24
10:30am | Murder Over Easy Book Club (Orinda Books) — Discuss The Marigold Cottages Murder Collective by Jo Nichols with fellow mystery readers.
7:30pm | Women Director Series: The Trouble with Angels (Orinda Theatre) — See Ida Lupino’s final film, a story of friendship and spirited mischief.
Friday, September 25
7:30pm | Boys of Summer: Music of The Eagles (Orinda Theatre) — Hear the Southern California tribute band play Eagles favorites.
8pm | The Pete Escovedo Orchestra (Siesta Valley Bowl) — Hear the percussionist blend Latin jazz, salsa, and more on his retirement tour.
Saturday, September 26
8:30am | Senior Symposium — Join a community conversation about helping older adults thrive.
11am | Pear & Wine Festival (Moraga Commons Park) — Celebrate the fall harvest with family activities, community booths, and treats.
1pm | Saint Mary’s Men’s Soccer vs. San Francisco (Saint Mary’s Stadium) — Cheer on the Gaels in a local college matchup.
5pm | Family Movie Nights in the Barn (Balestrieri Family Farm) — Settle in for a family movie evening at the farm.
5pm | Cadence Artist Reception (Moraga Art Gallery) — Meet the exhibition’s artists and hear steel pan music by Harry Best.
8pm | Al Di Meola (Siesta Valley Bowl) — Spend an evening with the acclaimed guitarist.
Sunday, September 27
11am | Oktoberfest (Western Flyer Brewing) — Enjoy food, beer, and family-friendly fun; returns next weekend.
6pm | Cabaret Nights (Town Hall Theatre Company) — Enjoy an open-mic-style evening of performances over festive drinks.
6pm | Autumn Equinox Ceremony — Mark the seasonal shift with meditation, drumming, and a communal harvest altar.
7pm | Front Porch Songwriter Session (Lamorinda Music) — Hear original songs in an intimate Big Room performance.
Monday, September 28
4pm | Food Truck Mondays: Cousins Maine Lobster (Canyon Club Brewery) — Stop by for lobster-focused food truck fare at the brewery.
Tuesday, September 29
6:30pm | Caymus Vineyards Wine Dinner (Locanda Positano) — Sit down to a wine-paired dinner.
Find more things to do nearby in the full events calendar.
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LAMORINDA DINNER CLUB
The next Dinner Club is in Orinda on Thursday, October 22, at 6:30pm. Come share an evening around the table with neighbors, and book your seat here.
HOME OF THE WEEK
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Open house: Sunday, September 27, 1–4pm
On a private lane near downtown Lafayette, this single-level home has 14-foot ceilings, clerestory windows, and broad expanses of glass. Its residential/commercial zoning offers flexibility for someone considering a home and work space in one place.
THE FORECAST
Afternoons cool gradually through Sunday, so keep a layer handy for evening plans.
Thursday: Cloudy. High ~79° / Low ~55°. Comfortable for the book club or an evening film.
Friday: Partly cloudy. High ~75° / Low ~56°. A good night to head out for music.
Saturday: Partly cloudy. High ~74° / Low ~50°. Bring a layer if you’re staying out after the festival.
Sunday: Partly cloudy. High ~69° / Low ~52°. A cooler evening for a performance or ceremony.
You can check the full Lamorinda forecast as the weekend gets closer.
ONE MORE LAMORINDA THING
Which local business should I visit for a future Spotlight? Reply with a place you think more neighbors should know about. Hope you find a good way to enjoy the first weekend of fall.
— Rajiv