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If you’re looking for an excuse to get out of the house this week, Lamorinda is making it easy. Lisa See is coming to Lafayette for a special book launch, Moraga’s Summer Concert Series returns to the Commons, and local soccer fans are gathering in Orinda to watch the U.S. Men’s National Team take on Paraguay. After one last hot day Thursday, we’re settling into the kind of summer weather that makes outdoor concerts, food trucks, and evenings on the plaza hard to pass up.
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📰 DIGEST
Prescribed burns underway at Orinda Oaks Park – Controlled burns that began June 8 are expected to continue over the next several weeks as part of MOFD’s wildfire prevention efforts. Residents near Donald Drive may notice smoke during morning operations.
New principals coming to all three Lamorinda high schools – Acalanes, Campolindo, and Miramonte will each welcome new principals this fall, marking a rare leadership transition across all three schools at the same time.
Lafayette to consider higher-density housing near downtown and BART – As part of a lawsuit settlement with the Housing Action Coalition, the city will evaluate zoning changes on roughly 130 acres that could allow more housing along portions of Mt. Diablo Boulevard and surrounding areas.
⚽ WHERE TO WATCH THE WORLD CUP IN LAMORINDA
The USA takes on Paraguay at 6 PM Friday, and several local spots will be showing the match. Most plan to air games throughout the tournament, making them good places to keep on your radar over the next few weeks.
The Hideout Kitchen (Lafayette) – Great food, great company, and World Cup soccer. Tournament matches will be shown throughout the week, offering a relaxed place to catch the action over lunch, dinner, or drinks.
The Fourth Bore Taproom & Grill (Orinda) – Built for game day, with wall-to-wall TVs, pub fare, and a special World Cup cocktail menu featuring country-inspired drinks representing teams from around the globe.
Headlands Brewing (Lafayette) – Showing every World Cup match, with watch parties for USA, Mexico, and Canada games. Expect plenty of tournament energy, special events, and the Common Ground collaboration beer on tap throughout the competition.
Official Community Watch Party (Orinda Community Center) – Join the local soccer community for a free public screening of USA vs. Paraguay. Bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages and cheer on Team USA alongside fellow fans.
📅 WHAT’S HAPPENING
Thursday, June 11
6pm | Thursday Nights in Orinda (Orinda Community Center) — Food trucks and an outdoor movie night featuring The Lion King.
6:30pm | Moraga Summer Concert Series (Moraga Commons Park) — Free, family-friendly live music launches the season with Sun Kings and a relaxed lawn-side crowd.
7pm | Distinguished Speaker Series: Lisa See (Daughters of the Sun and Moon) (Lafayette Library) — Hear bestselling author Lisa See discuss her new novel and take home a signed copy.
Friday, June 12
6pm | Rock the Plaza Concert Series - The Kyle Athayde Dance Party (Lafayette Plaza) — A lively plaza concert brings dance-ready energy to downtown Lafayette.
6pm | Watch Party for the USA vs Paraguay (Orinda Community Center) — Catch the U.S. Men’s National Team with the local soccer community.
6pm | Glenn Lowe (Canyon Club Brewery) — Live music, cold beers, and a great way to spend a summer evening.
Saturday, June 13
9am | Orinda Farmers' Market (Orinda Community Center) — Seasonal growers and food vendors fill Orinda Village with fresh produce and local goods.
2pm | 2026 Youth Music Expo (Moraga Commons Park) — Young performers, a dance band, and BBQ make this a fun afternoon built around community.
9pm | Cult Movie Night - Polyester (Orinda Theatre) — Omar hosts a cult-classic screening through Backdoor Films.
Sunday, June 14
9am | Moraga Farmers’ Market (Moraga Center) — Weekly open-air market with local produce, fresh foods, and artisan specialty items.
2pm | Meet the Maker Series Featuring Thal Vineyards (Local Vines) — Taste five Thal Vineyards wines while hearing the stories behind the labels.
2pm | 2nd Annual Queer Faith Festival (Our Savior's Lutheran Church) — An interfaith celebration brings together LGBTQ+ people, faith communities, and allies.
7pm | Yes, And Wine! (Town Hall Theatre Company) — Sip and play improv games in a low-pressure, social theater class.
Monday, June 15
4pm | Ribbon Cutting at Recharge Health — Ribbon cutting celebration with the cut happening promptly at 4:15pm.
Tuesday, June 16
5pm | Lamorinda Chess Club (Canyon Club Brewery) — Drop in for casual games with players of all ages and skill levels.
Wednesday, June 17
4:30pm | Fried Chicken Dinner with Rotary (Town Bakery & Cafe) — Order a take-out fried chicken dinner that supports local youth projects.
6:30pm | Lamorinda Dinner Club (Lafayette) — A small-group dinner designed to help neighbors connect over a shared meal. More details below.
🍽️ LAST CHANCE TO JOIN US IN LAFAYETTE
Our next Lamorinda Dinner Club takes place next Wednesday at 6:30 PM in Lafayette, and registration closes this Sunday. More than 20 people have already signed up to join neighbors from across Lamorinda for an evening of great food and conversation.
Guests will be seated at small tables of six, making it easy to meet new people and have meaningful conversations in a relaxed setting. We’d love to have you join us.
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🌤️ WEATHER
A brief heat spike wraps up Thursday before temperatures settle back into a more comfortable summer pattern for the weekend. A Heat Advisory remains in effect until noon Thursday, with cooling conditions arriving Friday while still feeling like summer.
Thu: Sunny and hot. High 95° / Low 58°. Plan outdoor activities for the morning or evening.
Fri: Sunny and noticeably cooler. High 83° / Low 56°. A great night for concerts, patios, and the World Cup watch party.
Sat: Sunny. High 82° / Low 55°. Comfortable summer weather continues.
Sun: Sunny. High 76° / Low 54°. One of the coolest days of the week.
Mon: Sunny. High 76° / Low 54°. Ideal for evening walks and outdoor dining.
Tue: Sunny. High 76° / Low 54°. Another pleasant summer day around Lamorinda.
Wed: Sunny. High 77° / Low 55°. Mild temperatures continue through midweek.
Whether you’re heading to the Commons with a lawn chair, catching the U.S. match with friends, or finally checking out a local event you’ve been meaning to attend, there’s a lot happening around Lamorinda this week.
— Rajiv