| Livermore History Center | Highway Garage Open |
| Museum on Main St | |
| Pleasanton Farmer's Market | Ravenswood Docent Tours |
| Niles Canyon Railway | Livermore Amateur Radio Klub Meeting |
July 22, 29
Aug 5,12,19,26
Sept 2,9,16, 23,30
Tuesday
The popular summer concerts in front of the Bankhead Theater are coming back to downtown Livermore. A family-friendly weekly concert and performance series “Tuesday Tunes with a Twist”, will be produced by the Livermore Cultural Arts Council (LCAC) in conjunction with The Bankhead Theater, on the Shea Homes Stage in front of the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street in Livermore. The first concert will kick off Tuesday July 22 at 6:45 pm with a performance by Suzanna Spring & The Surly Jack@sses, a group of amazing and versatile Bay area players: Paul Schimmelman on bass, Art Thompson from Guitar Player magazine on electric guitar, with drummer Joe O’Loughlin, pedal steel player John Gay, and violinist Jim Hurley. The band adds groove, grit, killer solos and harmonies to Spring’s brooding lyrics and earworm melodies. Suzanna Spring & The Surly Jack@sses were featured performers on the SonyCity stage in 2013 at the South by Southwest Music Festival in Austin, and continue to bring their roots rock / California jangle pop sound to festivals, clubs and places where cool original music is appreciated.
Catherine Ndungu-Case, LCAC’s volunteer manager of the schedule comments "Everybody I have talked to is so excited about getting these concerts going again. It has been hard work for our team but I think it will be well worth the effort."
Absolutely No Alcohol Will Be Allowed outside of the permitted restaurant areas because the Livermore Police Department is now strictly enforcing the ordinance on public alcohol possession and consumption through its alcohol safety and awareness program.
"Tuesday Tunes with a Twist" will bring you 11 presentations, including groups that performed last year and added groups that feature some of Livermore’s own cultural arts organizations. There is a an eclectic mix of cultural programming from LCAC groups, ranging from an interactive African drum circle (Cheza Nami), folkloric dance from the Hispanic Heritage Center, a six-piece jazz band (Secret Tattoo) featuring Livermore-Amador Symphony Nick James on bass and a concert from the Pleasanton Community Band directed by Bob Williams. Returning bands include LunaFish with a Woodstock rock sound, Audio Illusion mixing rock, blues and pop tunes from the past and the smooth jazz music of Azure Affinity. New groups include the exciting and colorful Japanese drum group Eden Aoba Taiko and a Hawaiian cultural preservation group Halau Makana Lani. The series ends September 30.
Sponsor: Livermore Cultural Arts Council
Location: Shea Homes Stage, in front of the Bankhead Theater
Times: 6:45
Admission: Free
More info: Livermore Cultural Arts Council
| 2014 Date | Band | Type of Music |
| July 22 | Suzanna Spring and the Surly Jack@sses | |
| July 29 | Secret Tattoo | Six-piece unit playing from “Great American Song Book” |
| Aug 5 | Evan Thomas & Papa’s Garage | Dynamic, funky, soulful & high energy blues. |
| Aug 12 | LunaFish | Psychedelic rock of the late 60’s & early 70’s |
| Aug 19 | Halau Makana Lani | Hawaiian culture & Cantabella Children’s Chorus |
| Aug 26 | Pleasanton Community Band | Classical, shows and musicals, marches |
| Sept 2 | Audio Illusion | Classic Rock, Pop, and Blue--50’s to the present |
| Sept 9 | Eden Aoba Taiko - | Taiko drumming + TBD |
| Sept 16 | Hispanic Heritage Center | Folklorica Ballet + TBD |
| Sept 23 | Las Positas College Jazz Ensemble | Jazz favorites |
| Sept 30 | Azure Affinity | Tri-Valley’s premiere smooth jazz ensemble |
Thursday
The Plague starts at the Downtown Art Studios 62 So. L St. Livermore, where average citizens are turned into hideous zombies, given their special glow-in-the-dark zombie beer mugs, and turned loose in Livermore’s Downtown.
Several barkeeps and pub owners will pour a half-pint at half-price in
these special mugs, plus other goodies the shopkeepers are cooking up to
appease them. At 8:45PM, zombies will gather for a special “Thriller” dance
on the pavilion in front of the Bankhead Theater … and then head to the Vine
Cinema for a special screening of “Night of the Living Dead”.
Sponsor: Bothwell Arts Center
Location: Downtown Art Studio - 62 S. L St, Livermore and
Downtown Livermore
Times: 6:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Must be 21 or over.
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Firehouse Arts Center
Sat
Grammy-nominated, platinum-selling, No. 1 hit artist (for Stay I Missed You) kicks off Firehouse Season 5 with a bang! With a dynamic career including music, film, TV, and award winning literature, Loeb hits the Firehouse stage with her glorious pop/punk rock sound. Her latest album release (produced by friend and colleague Chad Gilbert of New Found Glory) is 'a raucous, upbeat album with fresh perspective and a cool arsenal of strong new material'. Come Party!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $35 to $22.50
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Sunday
The 3rd annual Tri-Valley Kid’s Splash and Dash #2 presented by the Tri-Valley Triathlon Club, is set to take place again with its new and improved spectator friendly course on the morning of September 7 beginning at 8:30a.m.
On July 20, TVTC held the first part of this summer series with the new
route at the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center, 4455 Black Ave, Pleasanton.
The pool swim and new run course added to the excitement, fun and safety the
athletes had. The new run course ended with a professional runner’s chute
and finish arch for the kids to run through. Each child was announced and
photographed as he or she crossed the finished line. They were then
presented with a finisher’s medal, and the excitement did not end there.
There was a sponsor’s expo area, raffle, game booths, free ice cream and
podium photo opportunity to make every athlete feel like a champion.
The Splash and Dash Series is a swim/run event that introduces youth ages
5-15 to the sport of triathlon. The focus of the event is on participation
rather than competition. This is a non-competitive event with no times
taken. Every participant receives a USAT Splash and Dash finisher’s medal
and t-shirt. This is one of 40 USA Triathlon sanctioned Splash and Dash
events across the country.
The event is made possible by their wonderful sponsors like Tri-Valley
Triathlon Club, 6 Fifteen Cyclery and many more. They are still accepting
sponsorships as well as seeking volunteers to help the day of the event. .
More details of the event including a youth training program for the Splash
and Dash series can be found at
www.tvtckidssplashanddash.com .
Sponsor: Tri-Valley Triathlon Club
Location: Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center 4455 Black Ave,
Pleasanton
Times: 8:30am
Admission: See website below
More info:
www.tvtckidssplashanddash.com
Friday
National Acrobats of China
For more than 60 years, the National Acrobats of China have mesmerized and
mystified audiences of all ages with their remarkable combination of Chinese
martial arts, illusion and acrobatics set to traditional music. While
executing stunning feats of physical precision and balance, the troupe
incorporates such objects as hoops, poles, balls, ladders and cycles into a
magnificent display of visual wonder and excitement. With spectacular
lighting and costumes, their award-winning acts have left audiences
worldwide spellbound and cheering for more.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $60/$42 Students (17 & under): $16
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Firehouse Arts Center
Fri
Performing their mega hits Whatcha Gonna Do When She Says Goodbye, Love Will Find A Way, and many more. To hear the band on records is one thing...but to experience them live is an exhilarating event! Original members Dave Jenkins, Cory Lerios, and Steve Prince, with Larry Antonio on bass. The honest, real down-to-earth vocals accompanied by the fun yet elegant, infectious grooves: that IS Pablo Cruise!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $50 to $36
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Sat-Sun
Tri-Valley woodcarvers are hosting their annual woodcarving show on September 13th and 14th at the Veteran Hall in Pleasanton. Admission is free! There are over 90 pieces of handcrafted works of art in the competition exhibit and hundreds more on the exhibition floor. There will be live demonstrations on carving, pyrography (wood burning), wood turning, painting, whittling and more. Children (and adults too) are welcome to try their hand at carving at the soap carving station. Many of the carvers will be on hand to answer questions about the pieces. Browse the floor and find treasures to take home at the country store, silent auction and raffle. See you there!
Sponsor: Tri-Valley Woodcarvers
Location: Veteran's Memorial Hall. 301 Main Street, Pleasanton
Times: 10:00am to 4:00pm
Admission: Free
More info: Tri-Valley Woodcarvers
Firehouse Arts Center
Sun
A hit-filled musical journey through the sounds of MOTOWN and beyond, featuring songs from Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson...and more! TOP SHELF has become a Bay Area musical and entertainment cornerstone, known for their high-energy performances, engaging personalities, soul-stirring vocals, and audience participation, making every show a memorable experience.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 3:00pm
Admission: $25 to $13.50
More info: www.firehousearts.org
At the Fairgrounds
Fri-Sun
Shop 24,000 handmade American arts & crafts in hundreds of booths over three fun-packed days. You will find beautiful jewelry, clothing, specialty foods, photography, hand-turned wood, ceramics and more. Enjoy outdoor stage entertainment featuring top-notch bans and variety acts.
Sponsor: Western Exhibitors, Inc.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Fri 10am - 6pm, Sat 10am - 6pm, Sun 10am - 5pm
Admission: Adults $9, Child $4 (13 - 17), Seniors $7 (62+), Child 12 & under FREE Parking $8.00
Discount: $2 off coupon in local newspapers
More info: Harvest Festival website, 415-447-3205, or Fairgrounds web site
Firehouse Arts Center
Oct 3-5
Civic Arts Stage Company: Family theatre performed by local youth! The classic tale of kindness to animals, trots, crawls and flies into the stage in DR. DOOLITTLE JR. All of the characters we've come to love through the stories of Hugh Lofting and the magical movie musical are given new life in this stage version.
Sponsor: Civic Arts Stage Company
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: Fri: 7:30; Sat: 2:00 & 7:30; Sun 2:00
Admission: $18 to $6
More info: www.firehousearts.org
At the Fairgrounds
Sat
Crossroads Doll & Bear Show and Sale
This lighthearted show and sale is for enthusiasts of all ages with a sales
floor packed with dolls, teddy bears, antiques, miniatures, clothes
supplies, & more: from antique to modern and the carefully hand crafted.
This is a family friendly show with wonderful items to delight our young
collectors. Door Prizes and lots of FUN!
Sponsor:
Crossroads Doll & Bear Show & Sale Events
Location:
Alameda County
Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 10am to 3:30pm
Admission: Adults 7.00, Child 4.00 Parking $8.00
More info: www.crossroadsshows.com or
Fairgrounds web site
At the Fairgrounds
Sat-Sun
Native artist and artifact dealers from the western states will be showing and selling their wares. There will be a great selection of baskets, totem poles, stone artifacts, jewelry, kachinas, pottery, and much more.
Sponsor: Todos Santos Trading Post
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Sat, 10am - 5pm, Sun, 10am - 4pm
Admission: Adults $8.00, Child 16-under free, Seniors $6.00, Military free with ID Parking $8.00
More info: www.pleasantonindianartshow.com or Fairgrounds web site
Oct 4-5
Sat-Sun
Rigoletto - Livermore Valley Opera
Rigoletto was written by Verdi as a social commentary on a corrupt and
abusive nobility. It is a masterpiece that presents a moving and
multifaceted story, juxtaposing good and evil; beauty and disfigurement,
purity and promiscuity; honesty and deceit, as well as loyalty and betrayal.
The gripping drama is matched by powerful melodies and dramatic
orchestration, as well as some of the most compelling arias in all of opera.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Opera -
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: Sat: 7:30pm. Sunday 2:00pm
Opening Night Dinner: 4:30pm (9/27)
Admission: Opening Night: $85. Other
Performances: $69/$59/$39 Students (College): $59/$49/$29
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center -
Livermore
Valley Opera - eLivermore.com theater page
See schedule below.
Pirates of Emerson - Haunted Themed Park
The award winning Pirates Of Emerson are bringing chills, thrills a cut
throat terror to the Bay Area for the 21th year. Consuming over 4 acres
including 6 haunted.
Attractions: Bumpkin Patch, Carnevil, Bone Ball, Fields Family Corn Maze,
Misfortune Teller and more!
Special Features: An event not to be missed for any true adventurist! Featured on the Discovery Channel as one of the 7 scariest haunted housed in the country, The Pirates of Emerson is a very intense atmosphere, with extensive use of smoke, strobe lights, animatronics and scores of freaky costumed characters. Not recommended for children under 13.
Doing our best to make Pleasanton UN-Pleasant!
Location:
Alameda County
Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: See below
Admission:
General Admission $25.00 - This ticket will allow you
entrance into all 4 Haunted Houses, both Mazes and the Bumpkin Patch!
Speed Pass add $10.00 - Tired of waiting in lines? A Speed
Pass will allow you to bypass the normal lines and use a special entrance
into the Haunted Houses. The only other people in these lines are other
Speed Pass holders. With your General Admission ticket, it will allow you
priority entrance into all 4 Haunted Houses, both Mazes and the Bumpkin
Patch!
Combo Ticket add $5 - This option will give you 10 Monions for
$5.00 (a $5 savings). Monions are the coin of the realm. They can be used
for re-entry into haunts, games and other activities.
V.I.P. Ticket $75.00 - This super Speed Pass ticket allows
you UNLIMITED access into absolutely EVERTHING we offer! (except items for
sale)
Group Sales available for 20 or more tickets. Generally 20% off.
More info:
Pirates of Emerson website - 510-657-2121 -
Alameda County
Fairgrounds,
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Sunday
For twenty four years the Altamont Cruisers has held its Nostalgia Day Car Show on the streets of downtown Livermore, where the show has grown to display 700+ muscle cars, street rods, custom and classic cars and draws over 10,000 spectators annually. Our motto has always been "Cruisers Against Drugs", and our annual Nostalgia Day Car Show has allowed us to prove that we mean it. To date, this fundraiser has enabled us to donate over $350,000 for local organizations that promote the Tri-Valley youth, help strengthen their families and help keep kids off drugs.
If you would like to become an Altamont Cruiser and be a part of our annual Nostalgia Day, our club welcomes fellow car enthusiasts. In addition to helping local charities, our club offers many social events and members attend car shows and other activities together. Membership Application
We truly appreciate your support, and look forward to seeing you again this year.
See photos from the 2003 show.
Sponsors: Livermore Downtown and Altamont Cruisers
Location: Downtown Livermore
Times: 9:00am to 4:00pm
Admission: Free
More info:
Altamont Cruisers Car
Club
Tuesday
Dave Mason Traffic Jam
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a co-founder of the
influential 1960s band Traffic, guitarist Dave Mason has excited audiences
for decades with such instantly recognizable hits as Feelin' Alright and We
Just Disagree. His signature guitar work contributed to the legendary
recording of Jimi Hendrix’ All Along the Watchtower and has been linked with
numerous other members of the rock and roll elite. On stage or in the
studio, the sound of Mason’s guitar continues to forge a path into the
hearts of generations of listeners.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $60/$42 Students (17 & under): $16
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
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