This week in Lamorinda you’ll find everything from live music and outdoor comedy to family friendly community events and fresh local markets. We also spotlight a favorite local wine shop and share our pick for House of the Week.
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📰 Digest
Trader Joe’s Renovation Proposal: Shoppers in Lafayette may soon see new display shelves and a different checkout area layout, as well as fresh paint and other updates, including the customer bathrooms.
CERT Fall 2025 Session Starts Today: Registration is open for the Fall CERT Basic Training series starting tonight, Thursday, September 11, at Orinda Community Center from 6:30–9:30 pm. The nine week course covers disaster preparedness, light search and rescue, medical response, and radio communications.
🏪 Local Business Spotlight
A cozy, no-frills wine shop beloved for its curated wine list and friendly atmosphere. They serve wine and beer by the glass and house a hidden beer cave stocked with sought after craft beers, perfect for discovering something new. Their outdoor patio, open for guests and pups, offers a laid back place to sip. They also offer three different wine clubs to keep your cellar well stocked.
This Thursday from 4:00–7:00 pm, join The Wayhighs bringing the tunes, Los Tacos filling your belly, and wine and beer flowing as it should.
🎉 What’s Happening
Thursday, September 11 – 5:00–8:00 pm | Taste of the World Market (Orinda) Food trucks gather at Orinda Community Park with dinner, drinks, and music.
Friday, September 12 – 4:30–8:00 pm | All Ages Play & Craft in the Plaza (Lafayette) Crafts and activities for families in Lafayette Plaza.
Friday, September 12 – 7:15 pm | Movie Under the Stars: Wonka (Moraga Commons Park) Bring a blanket and enjoy this free outdoor movie under the night sky.
Saturday, September 13 – 9:00 am–1:00 pm | Orinda Farmers’ Market Shop fresh produce and local goods at Orinda Community Park.
Saturday, September 13 – 10:00–11:00 am | Coffee with a Cop (Peet’s Coffee, Lafayette) Meet members of the Lafayette Police Department for coffee and conversation.
Saturday, September 13 – 10:00 am–3:00 pm | How We Upgraded to a Zero Emission Home (Orinda) Tour a home that went 100 percent renewable in just 45 days.
Saturday, September 13 – 11:00 am–12:00 pm | Fire Safety Town Hall (Orinda) Join Congressman Mark DeSaulnier to discover fire safety tips and community preparedness strategies.
Saturday, September 13 – 1:00–4:00 pm | Thrift Pop-up Market (Lafeyette, Pillar Cowork) Browse vintage and secondhand finds at this community pop-up.
Saturday, September 13 – 6:00 pm | Meg Foundation Casino Night (Lafayette) A fun evening benefiting the Meg Foundation.
Sunday, September 14 – 11:00 am–6:00 pm | Recreate in the Park (Lafayette) A full day of community fun in the park.
Sunday, September 14 – 9:00 am–1:00 pm | Moraga Farmers’ Market Weekly favorites with produce, food, and live music.
Sunday, September 14 – 4:00–7:00 pm | Moraga Kiwanis Community BBQ Enjoy barbecue and family activities with neighbors.
Monday, September 15 – 4:00–8:00 pm | Food Truck Monday: King Gyro & Kabob (Moraga, Canyon Club Brewery) Grab dinner from King Gyro & Kabob.
Tuesday, September 16 – 6:30–8:30 pm | Trivia Night (Moraga, Canyon Club Brewery) Team up with friends for a lively night of trivia.
Wednesday, September 17 – 6:30–8:30 pm | Trivia Night (Lafayette, Headlands Brewing) Test your knowledge at Head Games Trivia while enjoying craft beer.
Wednesday, September 17 – 7:30–9:00 pm | Punchlines on the Patio (Moraga, Canyon Club Brewery) A night of clean comedy featuring Dan St Paul, Jen Pierdant, and Adam Felson.
☀️ Weekend Weather
Lafayette
Saturday: 79° / 58° – Mostly sunny
Sunday: 81° / 58° – Sunny
Moraga
Saturday: 79° / 58° – Mostly sunny
Sunday: 80° / 58° – Sunny
Orinda
Saturday: 76° / 58° – Mostly sunny
Sunday: 78° / 58° – Sunny
🎶 Live Music
Thursday, September 11 – 4:00–7:00 pm | The Wayhighs (Lafayette, Wine Thieves) Patio vibes with tacos, wine, and craft beer.
Thursday, September 11 – 6:00–8:00 pm | Last One Picked (Orinda, Summer Concerts in the Park) Free outdoor show with family-friendly rock and pop.
Friday, September 12 – 6:00–8:00 pm | Glenn Lowe (Moraga, Canyon Club Brewery) Smooth vocals and acoustic sounds.
Saturday, September 13 – 6:00–8:00 pm | Cole Panther (Moraga, Canyon Club Brewery) High-energy set for the weekend.
Sunday, September 14 – 2:00–4:00 pm | The Breedloves (Moraga, Canyon Club Brewery) Duo bringing Americana and folk sounds.
Sunday, September 14 – 1:00–4:00 pm | Smokin’ J’s (Lafayette, Headlands Brewing) Easygoing afternoon with local tunes and craft beer.
Tuesday, September 16 – 5:30–7:30 pm | Christian Eck (Lafayette, Headlands Brewing) Weekly acoustic set from a local favorite.
🏀 Sports
Friday, September 12 – 7:00 pm | Campolindo High School – Football (Varsity Boys) vs Vanden (Home)
Friday, September 12 – 7:00 pm | Miramonte High School – Football (Varsity Boys) vs Montgomery (Home)
Saint Mary’s Gaels are on the road this week.
🏡 House of the Week
Modernist home rebuilt in 2019 with 4,305 sq ft, featuring a waterfall kitchen island, glass front wine cellar, vaulted ceilings, sleek fireplace, multiple decks with canyon views, and an au pair suite with private entrance. Listed at $3.495 M.
Thanks for reading and being part of our community. I’ll see you out at one of these local events this week.
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— Rajiv