November has left its mark by painting our valley with warm autumn colors in the shadows of the mighty Mt. Diablo. As autumn has its traditional colors, Danville has its traditional events such as our annual salute to honor our veterans on November 11th, Discover Danville’s Spirit of Danville on November 12th, and the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce’s Lighting of the Oak Tree following Thanksgiving Day on November 27th.
Danville’s tradition of honoring veterans who served in the military in war-time would not be complete without our annual Veterans Day Celebration. All of our local veteran organizations participate in this capacity crowd event on November 11 at 11:00 AM. The event will be held at San Ramon Valley High School’s Performing Arts Auditorium.
Discover Danville’s “Spirit of Danville Shopping” will take place in downtown Danville, The Livery, and The Rose Garden on Thursday evening, November 12th. Purchase charity tickets ahead of the event, which will benefit San Ramon Valley Education Foundation (SRVEF) from your favorite school. Tickets to this great event are five dollars with one dollar going to SRVEF and four dollars going to your school. Enjoy shopping, discounts, and giveaways, wine tasting and free trolley rides between all locations. Parents can check out the Kids Night Drop Off service while enjoying the event. Check out www.discoverdanvilleca.com.
Make memories with your loved ones at Danville’s Lighting of the Oak Tree ceremony. Watch as Father Christmas and the Snow Angel sprinkle a little magic dust on the old oak tree and bring it to light. Warm feelings will quickly quell the cool air as local choral groups provide musical accompaniment and neighborhood businesses pass out hot beverages. Want to keep the magic going? Stroll downtown and enjoy refreshments, entertainment, and holiday shopping on the festively decorated streets.
Autumn signals a change in seasons and the Danville Council has a new addition. Last month, on October 13th, the Danville Town Council unanimously appointed Robert Storer to fulfill the remainder of the term of Councilman Mike Shimansky, who passed away on September 15. Robert, his wife Sandra, and two sons have lived in Danville for 20 years. In addition to serving as the President of a small corporation for the past 25 years, Robert is a property manager and builder. Robert has a great deal of experience in local government, having served on Danville’s Planning Commission since 2001, as well as service on the Heritage Resource Commission and Design Review Board, and as Danville’s representative on the Contra Costa Transportation Authority Citizen Advisory Committee. For the past 16 years, Robert has volunteered on the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office Search, Rescue and Recovery Team and has actively participated on many local Boards and Committees. Please join us in welcoming Robert as the newest member of the Danville Town Council.
You can reach the Mayor at arnerich@ci.danville.ca.us. Visit www.danvilleinstyle.com to view what Danville has to offer.
American Legion Noon Lunch Meets 1st Wednesday, Vets Hall, Corner of Hartz & Prospect. Info: Doris Sidwell, 925-443-2085
Danville Farmers’ Market: Saturdays 9am – 1pm; Year-Round, Thursdays, 4pm – 8pm May10 – Aug 16. Corner of Railroad & Prospect St.
San Ramon Valley Republican Women Federated meets on the Fourth Tuesday of every month except June-August at Crow Canyon Country Club, Danville at 11:30a.m.
to 1:30p.m. Lunches are $23. Please join us to hear informative speakers on important issues! Info: Sonali @ (925) 314-9194.Soroptimist International of San Ramon Valley meets 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month at Crow Canyon Country Club, Danville, 12.15-1.30pm. Soroptimist’s mission is to improve the lives of women and girls locally and globally.
11/12, Thursday, 5pm – 9pm: Spirit of Danville Shopping in Downtown Danville, The Livery, & The Rose Garden, benefiting local charities & schools. Shopping,
discounts, giveaways, wine tasting. Includes free trolley rides between all locations. Info: 925-339-8330. www.discoverdanvilleca.com11/27, Friday, 5.15pm – 8.30pm: Lighting of the Old Oak Tree on Diablo Road Downtown Danville. Watch as Father Christmas and the Snow Angel sprinkle a little magic dust on the old oak tree and bring it to light. Local choral groups will provide musical accompaniment while neighborhood businesses pass out hot beverages. Stroll downtown to keep the magic going and enjoy refreshments, entertainment, and holiday shopping through the festively decorated streets. www.danvilleareachamber.com.
12/09, Tuesday, 6pm – 9pm: The Alamo-Danville Artists’ Society (ADAS) Holiday Party & Community Art and Education Program (CAEP) Awards. The highlight of this evening comes after dinner when we present donation checks to local schools’ art educators. Free admission. 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd (Danville Congregational’s Social Hall). www.adas4art.org
12/10, Wednesday, 11am – 1pm: Senior Holiday Luncheon at the Veterans’ Memorial Hall. Enjoy a fine catered lunch with entertainment, and socialize with friends old and new. Pre-registration required. www.ci.danville.ca.us
12/12, Saturday, 9.30am – 1pm: Elf Workshop at the Veterans’ Memorial Hall. Goodies will be served while children create hands-on holiday crafts and get a chance to visit and take a photo with Santa. 2 sessions available 9:30-11:00 am or 11:30-1:00 pm. Pre-registration required at www.danvillerecguide.com. Info: (925) 314-3477.
ALIVE IN DANVILLE
NEWELL ARNERICH, Mayor of Danville