Today, May 31, 2014 11:00 am – Tomorrow, June 1, 2014 6:00 pm It’s official! Slap on some sunscreen, bring your boogie and get your grove on. Experience the sights, sounds, and scents of the art & wine festival voted “best outdoor event” by the Contra Costa Times. The summer season officially kicks off at

Not only is the garage generally filled with cars, oil spots and a random assortment of stinky chemical stuff, it also has a reputation as the black hole of the home. You know, the place where you put things and then never see them again. If you are ready to transform your garage from dumping

Your front yard, regardless of its size, plays an important role in your home’s overall curb appeal. Your landscaping, however, goes well beyond just a beautiful lawn. It should take into account the style and size of your house, how it’s sited on the property, the amount of sunlight the yard receives and how to

Best Patriotic Ways To Celebrate Memorial Day The official start of summer, Memorial Day is a time when families and friends come together to share good times, a meal, camaraderie and the hope for a great season to come. Despite its timing, the purpose of Memorial Day is, of course, quite different. Three years after

The goal: to not buy a single thing you don’t truly need for a month. The purpose: to invest in experiences that make life richer … and save money. The reality check: You set guidelines and a timeline that make sense for you. Sound intriguing? Ready to give it a try? Just decide what sort

The 2014 swim season is under way in the East Bay Regional Park District, with a place to cool off not far from your home, whether in Alameda or Contra Costa counties. Hours of operation, fees and lifeguard services vary from park to park. You can access a full range of information by visiting the

The next time you walk into a room, look up. You will probably see a sea of white. But you could go big, bold and graphic with a stenciled ceiling. I have often used white ceilings in my own designs to reflect light into a space or temper the color used for the walls. But

Oakhurst Country Club Mother's Day Brunch, Sun, May 11. Celebrate Mother's Day at the Club! We will have seatings at 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

ART EXHIBIT-GALA RECEPTION Saturday, May 10 5:00p to 7:00p Blackhawk Gallery Danville, CA Please join us for the Gala Reception on Saturday, May 10, 5-7pm, for Blackhawk Gallery’s “Glorious Expressions” Exhibit that runs from May 9 thru July 13, 2014. Free to Public. ?? Gallery Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 am-8 pm, Sunday 11 am-6 pm. The