Your Town Monthly: San Ramon/Danville December 2022

Bah Humbug! 5K Fun Run, Walk & Kids Dash

Saturday, December 3

Kids Dash: 8am • 5K Race: 9am

Get up, get out and get in the holiday spirit! Run or walk through the streets of San Ramon dressed up in a holiday costume or your favorite exercise outfit. Participate in the 5K chip-timed race or the 1K Kids Dash and receive a long-sleeved T-shirt and the famous Bah Humbug! ornament. Celebrate the season at this family-friendly and festive event.

Registration: $25-55

San Ramon Community Center 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon SanRamon.CA.gov/FitnessRaces

Fun on the Farm

Select Saturdays

Holiday Wreath Making

• December 3 • 11am – 2pm

Make your very own handcrafted wreath with fresh greenery gathered from around the farm. One wreath wire per family will be distributed.

Holiday on the Farm

• December 10 • 11am – 3pm

Visit with Santa, design an old-fashioned ornament and enjoy festive entertainment and tasty refreshments at this traditional yuletide experience.

Christmas Cards

• December 17 • 11am – 2pm View samples of Christmas cards from the Victorian era and create your own to share with your family.

Admission is FREE

Forest Home Farms

19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd, San Ramon ForestHomeFarms.com

YogaSix Danville

The mind-body gift of yoga. Gift cards and class packages available. Welcoming all levels of yoga experience.

680 San Ramon Valley Boulevard 925.272.7800 | yogasix.com/danville

Art and Wine Bar

Sip and paint. Create your holiday gift. Buy three seats, get one free! Expires 12.31.22.

Kids-only holiday studio now open! Ask for details.

410 Sycamore Valley Road West 925.743.9900 | pinotspalette.com/danville

Less Scrolling, More Strolling:

Less Scrolling, More Strolling: Joy and bliss you won’t want to miss!

It’s time to bring back the joy to holiday shopping. This season, do less scrolling and more strolling, shopping for special gifts at Danville’s many locally owned small businesses. Use this Danville Picks Holiday Gift Guide to plan a relaxing shopping experience, enjoying the crisp air as you find one-of-a-kind gifts for the special people in your life – and maybe treat yourself along the way.

Local businesses provided supplies, food, and distraction for us all during the pandemic, and we can show our support by shopping in person this season. In turn, shopping locally supports our community: $68 of every $100 spent in a local, independently owned shop stays here in Danville. When you stroll through local stores, take a minute to also notice the benefits of keeping your money in your community

through improved roads, clean streets, capital projects, fun community events, and more.

Even if you are prone to last-minute shopping, local businesses carry gifts for everyone that are competitively priced and ready to wrap. Some businesses also offer online ordering and curbside pickup for the ultimate in speedy shopping. You can stop in at a local restaurant, order a few things at a shop around the corner, and pick them up after you finish your meal.

Look for the hashtag #lessscrollmorestroll to find local businesses that are ready to help you find joy and bliss you won’t want to miss this season.

Oliver and Gold

Browse our curated holiday gift boxes in person or online. Build a gift for everyone on your list. Customize client and team gifts for the holiday season. Shop thoughtfully sourced brands. We ship daily and offer local pickup.

100 Railroad Avenue, Suite D (Behind Pete’s Brass Rail)

925.588.5153 | oliverandgold.com Instagram: @shopoliverandgold

At Home Decor

Accessories and gifts. Gift certificates available.

Featured: Darren Gygi Canvas Stretch Wall Art Christmas Truck, from the Holiday Collection and Danville Oak Tree.

Mini (5”x5”) • Small (9”x9”)

Medium (14”x14”) • Large (20”x20”)

444 Hartz Avenue 925.831.1344 | athomedecoranddesign.com

Luna Loca

Specialty Gifts

The Vine and Spirits Bridges Restaurant & Bar

Sister restaurants. One-stop holiday gift cards!

Gift cards are valid at both locations. Visit our websites for holiday specials.

Located on the corner of Hartz Avenue and Church Street.

The Vine | 925.820.7210 vineandspirits.com Bridges | 925.820.7200 bridgesdanville.com

Kaori

The Livery’s new Asian fusion restaurant. Modern elegance with a casual atmosphere.

Accepting reservations on OpenTable.

Wed/Thur/Sun 5 – 9:30pm | Fri/Sat 5 – 10pm Now open for lunch noon – 2pm.

416 Sycamore Valley Road West 925.272.7281 | kaoridanville.com

Pattivs Fine Jewelry Wholesale to the Public

Huge selection of ring settings, earrings and bracelets.

Loose diamonds and custom designs.

115 B Railroad Avenue 925.831.3874 | pattivs.com

Patrick James

Gift options for building the perfect wardrobe. Find modern, confident clothes at Patrick James, a trusted luxury retailer since 1962.

Shop our 2022 Holiday Gift Guide here: patrickjames.com

200 Railroad Avenue, Suite E 925.736.0787

Reeder Music Academy

Make music part of your life! Gift certificates available.

Authorized Dealer: Kawai Pianos, Yamaha Guitars, Keyboards and Drums.

Private and semi-private lessons.

3482 Camino Tassajara 925.964.0571 | reedermusicacademy.com

Christe James Fine Jewelry Works

Danville’s most reputable jewelry design boutique for customers who value product differentiation. We offer custom jewelry design and quality craftsmanship. Distinguishable. Affordable.

A. Cover of Danville Picks Holiday Gift Guide features multi-shaped Diamond Confetti Collection.

B. Dashing Diamonds Collection by Brevani. Timeless, layered and customizable.

412 Hartz Avenue 925.552.0310 | christejames.com

Gifts They’ll Love

Aozora Danville

Japanese restaurant and bar. Reserve at OpenTable.

Danville Livery

820 Sycamore Valley Road West 925.272.7818 | aozoradanville.com

Valley Opticians

Licensed to Fill Your Eye Doctor’s Prescriptions

Eyewear, eyewear adjustments, contact lens fittings and more!

Featured: Ready. Set. Switch.

302 Sycamore Valley Road West 925.831.1070 | valley-opticians.business.site

Health & Wellness

Fit Studio Danville

“New Year, New Me: 6 Week Challenge” starting 1/10/23. Rose Garden Shopping Center 925.476.0085 | fitstudiodanville.com

Everyday Reiki

Be empowered to see and love yourself.

390 Diablo Road, Suite 115 925.364.4870 | myeverydayreiki.com

Ayutherapy - Ayurveda Wellness Center

Danville’s own Ayurveda destination! Specializing in improving and restoring our clients’ quality of life based on the ancient holistic healing system from India.

Give the gift of natural healing and rejuvenation. Customized healing options for numerous chronic physical and/or mental health issues addressing the cause, not just the symptoms. Free no-obligation 20-minute consultations available.

5-star Google reviews. Gift cards available.

111 Town and Country Drive, Suite C 925.575.8700 | ayutherapy.com

America’s Finest Hemp Co.

Natural healing, as nature intended. Your most trusted CBD shop.

Wellness gift sets available.

422 Hartz Avenue 925.406.4400 | afhempco.com

The Barnyard Epicurean Wine Bar

Give the gift of wine, beautiful pantry items, gift certificates or a gorgeous basket with them all! Sip happy in our cozy venue for a private event or live music this holiday season.

400 Sycamore Valley Road West, Danville Livery 925.725.4594 | barnyardwinebar.com

Curated Gifts

Amphora Olive Oil

Sample over 60 of the highest-quality olive oils and balsamic vinegars on tap, as well as complimentary specialty food items! Your one-stop shop for the most unique, highest-quality gifts available.

Four Bay Area Locations!

Danville: 401 Hartz Avenue | 925.208.1816

Lafayette: 7 Fiesta Lane

Berkeley: 2928 Domingo Avenue

Castro Valley: 3295 Castro Valley Boulevard

Online: amphoranueva.com

Holiday Classics

Games Unlimited

Danville’s Ultimate Toy, Game, Craft and Pokémon Headquarters

Gift-giving is easy with FREE gift wrapping. Large selection of the hottest-selling Pop-It, Fidgets, board games and puzzles.

810 Sycamore Valley Road West 925.838.6358

Danville Chocolates

Assorted chocolates, truffles, caramel apples and freshly dipped fruits.

175 East Prospect Avenue 925.314.0001 | danvillechocolates.com

East Bay Bakery

Artisan bread and pastries. Now open Wednesday – Sunday 8am – 2pm.

9000 Crow Canyon Road Hello@theeastbaybakery.com | theeastbaybakery.com

Great Clips

Bring a new haircut home for the holidays.

$5 off any haircut with this ad. Exp. 12-31-22

Town & Country Shopping Center 621 San Ramon Valley Blvd 925-552-9959

Tassajara Crossing Shopping Center 3478 Camino Tassajara, Suite B 925-718-7118 greatclips.com

Gifts for Everyone

Pars Area Rugs

We sell modern and classic rugs. Cleaning, repair, buy and sell, trade and consign, appraisals, padding.

452 Hartz Avenue 925.820.7277 or 925.395.6870 parsarearugservices.com

Danville Driving School

Greetings and happy holidays! Enroll in our Driver Education and Driving Training programs. We also offer behind-the-wheel driving lessons. A perfect gift for the student driver in your life!

103 Town and Country Drive, Suite L 925.837.8235 | danvilledrivingschool.net

DANVILLE DRIVING SCHOOL

Home Consignment Center

Find the perfect gift! Beautiful jewelry at consignment prices.

1901 Camino Ramon 925.866.6164 | thehomeconsignmentcenter.com

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Nick the Greek

Authentic Greek Street Food

Gyros and pitas: beef/lamb, pork, chicken and more. Soups and salads, bowls, kids plates, desserts, holiday catering, gift cards.

121 Hartz Avenue Coming Soon | nickthegreek.com

Delectible Gifts

Republic of Cake

Now open, we offer boxed goodies, perfect for gifting. Decorate your own cookie kit.

Housemade cookies, cupcakes, bars, ice cream sandwiches, greeting cards, gifts, aprons, kitchen towels and ceramics.

730 Camino Ramon, Suite 196 Rose Garden Shopping Center 925.254.3900 | republicofcake.com

Catered Gifts

Lunardi’s Markets

Holiday Catering and Dinners

Choice of ham, prime rib, turkey dinner with all of the trimmings and dessert. Call for price.

345 Railroad Avenue 925.855.8920 | lunardis.com

The Yellow Chilli

Experience authentic Indian cuisine with a variety of dishes designed by Master Chef Sanjeev Kapoor.

Host a private event with us! 710 Camino Ramon 925.272.7595 | theyellowchillidanville.com

StarCycle

Clip In, Check Out, Let’s Ride!

StarCycle is a dance party on a bike – and everyone is invited! Lights down, music up, and candles lit for 45 sweaty, empowering minutes.

For a limited time, we are offering HALF OFF your first monthly membership! Download the STARCYCLE app, and use the code JOINTHEFAM at checkout to get 50% off!

Your first class is always FREE

155 Railroad Avenue, Suite A 925.406.4896 | starcycleride.com/studios/danville-ca

Forward Motion

Available this holiday season along with other fine sandals and shoes from Olukai.

Moloa Slipper for men $130.00 Ku’i Slipper for women $130.00

432 Hartz Avenue 925.820.9966 | forwardmotion.com

Heartfelt Gifts

Rakestraw Books

Carefully curated books and gifts for everyone on your list. Books are a gift you can open again and again.

3 Railroad Avenue 925.837.7337 | rakestrawbooks.com

Spree Boutique

Women’s boutique featuring modern clothing, accessories, shoes and special holiday gifts.

374 Hartz Avenue 925.984.2134 | shopspreeonline.com

Intuitive Crystals Psychic of Danville

Crystal, candles, stones, tarot cards, gifts, palm and aura readings, meditations.

480 San Ramon Valley Boulevard 925.584.0167

Beyond Active

Beyond Active is your go-to for all your holiday needs. We have a great curated collection of active/lifestyle apparel, gifts and more!

166 E Prospect Avenue 925.854.2862 | shopbeyondactive.com

Cottage Jewel

Shiny and bright! Rustic and rare! From tiny talismanic trinkets to vintage home goods. Find your one-of-a-kind gifts and heirloom keepsakes: sterling charms, lockets of love and crystal notions, A to Z! Open daily.

391 Hartz Avenue 925.837.2664 | cottagejewel.com Instagram: Cottage_Jewel_Antiques

Cold Stone Creamery

Ice cream, ice cream cakes and more! Cold Stone gift cards make perfect stocking stuffers!

412 Sycamore Valley Road West 925.837.4080 | coldstonecreamery.com

Unique Gifts

The Thrift Station

Gently used items that will put more jingle in your pocket! Our shelves are full of holiday gifts and decor.

486 San Ramon Valley Boulevard 925.820.1988 | discoveryctr.net

Barre3

Barre3 is an effective and efficient workout that combines strength, cardio and mindfulness.

406 Hartz Avenue, 2nd Floor 925.362.4836 | https://linktr.ee/barre3danville

Christmas at the Livery Holiday Celebration

Sunday, November 27 • 12 – 3pm

Danville Livery is kicking off the Christmas season at our festive holiday celebration. Experience free Santa visits, train rides, street entertainment, sweet stockings, VIP Club gifts, your favorite holiday tunes, and more! Enjoy the most wonderful time of year at Danville Livery. Bring your camera to capture your visit.

Santa Visits every weekend: 12 – 3pm and Friday and Saturday before Christmas Day 12 – 3pm.

Santa will be located in Suite 800 near Misto Lino.

100-820 Sycamore Valley Road West danvillelivery.com

Santa’s Bag

Danville Bike

Layaway until Christmas Eve! Pick up 9am – 2pm, December 24th.

Select Giant bikes now on sale!

Offering a complete line of bikes, e-bikes and accessories for all ages.

175 Hartz Avenue 925.837.0966 | danvillebikes.com

Mountain Mike’s Danville

Catering for all occasions. Gift cards, arcade games, wine, craft beer, salad bar, dine-in, takeout.

We deliver: DoorDash, Uber Eats Grubhub, Postmates, Slice and Ezcater.

30% off any large size pizza on Tuesdays.

130 Hartz Avenue 925.552.7071 | mountainmikespizza.com

Delectible Gifts

Falafel Boy

Authentic Mediterranean Restaurant

Catering, gift cards, dine-in or takeout. Delicious, fresh local produce and hormone-free Halal protein.

327 Hartz Avenue

Eye For Pretty At Home

California casual home decor and holiday items. Gifts for every occasion and budget. Your one stop shop for all things pretty!

200 Hartz Avenue, Suite C 925.788.6482

Locanda Ravello

An Amalfi Coast-inspired restaurant in Downtown Danville serving artisan pastas, authentic pizza napoletana, fresh seafood and more with a full bar. We have beautiful indoor and outdoor dining spaces perfect for private events!

• Holiday parties and catering

• Gift cards available

• Indoor and outdoor dining

172 E Prospect Avenue 925.984.2101 | ravello-danville.com

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Next Step Dance Studio

One month free tuition.

109A Town & Country Drive 925.831.0777 nextstepdance.com

Love You More

Danville’s newest fashion jewelry and accessory store.

175 E Prospect Avenue, Suite 100 925.365.6834 loveyoumore.com

Furbelows Fabric

We sell fabric for everything! And do custom work, too!

•Pillows • Bedding • Cushions • Window Coverings

•Upholstery • And More

Bring your projects to us for design ideas and professional advice!

100 Railroad Avenue, Suite C 925.837.8579 | furbelowsfabrics.com

Hours: Wed – Sat 11:30am – 4pm, Closed Sun-Mon-Tues

Made to Fit

Alterations.

712 San Ramon Valley Boulevard 925.362.8277

Old Towne Danville Bakery

105 Town & Country Drive 925.837.7844 danvillebakery.info

Simple Elegance Catering

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Elan Fine Jewelers

Rings, earrings, watches, bracelets and more!

Store closing! Hurry in for the best selection!

350 Railroad Avenue 925.837.3191

élan Fine Jewelers

STORE CLOSING • EVERYTHING MUST GO!

Whim House Home Decor and Gift Store

Whim House offers contemporary home furnishings and gifts. Many of our collections are handcrafted by artisans from around the globe as well as around the USA. We take pride in our concierge customer service, knowledge of our products as well as the inherent value in what we offer our community.

Cover of the Danville Picks Holiday Gift Guide features our Book Lights - $56. 485 Hartz Avenue 925.718.5533 | whimhouse.com

Greenlight Simulation

Give the gift of Greenlight this Holiday Season!

Help your future driver get a head start on learning to drive with Greenlight’s simulator-based driver training course. Greenlight develops the physical skill of driving within the safety of the virtual world through 6 one-hour training sessions that create a digital on-ramp to real-world driving.

Use the code GIFTGUIDE to get 15% off our Core Curriculum Package.

Visit our website at greenlightsimulation.com to learn more and to book your first drive!

Located next to Starbucks in the Rose Garden 730 Camino Ramon, Suite 130 415.805.1343 | Instagram: @greenlight_simulation

Where problem solving and imagination meets real fun. We bring the best of escape games to real life! Great for corporate team-building, family outings, date night, and more!

391 Diablo Road Suite B 925.263.2241

Book Online at: quantumescapes.com

Jane Norman Skincare

This Season Give the Gift of “Glow & Go”

Enjoy microdermabrasion, hydrating vitamin C mask NormaTech recovery boots, LED light therapy and neck and shoulder massage.

Located at Centered Wellness 390 Diablo Road, Suite 115 925.699.2440 | janenormanskincare.com

Holiday Style

Featuring great gift selections for men, women and children. Free gift wrapping for items $15 and over.

589 San Ramon Valley Boulevard 925.837.0261 | mccaulous.com

A David M. Brian gift certificate is the perfect gift. Everything you need for your holiday decor and more!

700 Sycamore Valley Road West 925.362.0122 | davidmbrian.com