🧭 Restaurant Week Deals, Live Music Calendar, and more!

Plus: Oakland Coliseum Gets a New Team!

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Rebecca Navarro
February 11, 2025

This Week’s Explorations:

  • New Team at the Oakland Coliseum!

  • The 411 on Tri-Valley Restaurant Week

  • Valentine’s Date Night at the Theater

  • Indoorsy Activities for this Cold Winter Spell

  • Live Music Lineup for the Tri-Valley

  • Instagram photo of the week

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In Partnership with Oakland Roots Soccer Club

Oakland Roots Take Over The Coliseum! Home Opener is March 22nd!

Tri-Valley soccer fans, it’s time to gear up—Oakland Roots SC is back at the legendary Oakland Coliseum for the 2025 season!

The excitement kicks off on March 22 with a massive home opener featuring a thrilling match, high-energy performances, and a fireworks show to celebrate the season launch.

This is more than just a game—it’s a chance to witness Oakland’s team take the field in one of the most iconic sports venues in the country. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to the Roots, this season promises unforgettable moments.

Be part of the action and grab your tickets now! CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS and Special Packages!

Where to Eat for Tri-Valley Restaurant Week!

Get ready for 10 days of flavor-packed dining deals, exclusive menus, and can’t-miss foodie events! Explore the Tri-Valley’s vibrant culinary scene during Taste Tri-Valley Restaurant Week, from award-winning wineries to beloved local restaurants, all while supporting a great cause (City Serve of the Tri-Valley).

Visit Tri-Valley has all the week’s information HERE and an easy-to-use mobile pass that lists over 35 Restaurant and Winery offers for the week. BOGO offers, Free Desserts, and up to 25% off your meal. A few highlights we saw include:

  • Strizzi’s Restaurant: 25% Your Check

  • Taqueria Azteca: 50% off Mexican Pizza

  • Posada Alta Cocina: 25% off Lunch

  • First Street Alehouse: Free Creme Brulee Dessert with purchase of 2 entrees

  • BOGO tasting flights at Nella Terra Cellars, Arroyo Cellars, Concannon, McGrail Vineyards, Steven Kent Winery, Rosa Fierro Cellars, Las Positas Vineyards, Rios-Lovell Winery, Omega Road Winery, and more!

  • And Many More! CLICK HERE!

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Sponsored by The Bankhead Theater

The PERFECT No-Brainer Valentine’s Date!

Make Valentine’s Day unforgettable with Syncopated Ladies: Live! Pair dinner at one of Downtown Livermore’s fine restaurants, just steps from The Bankhead, with this electrifying all-female tap dance show. Created by Emmy-nominated Chloe Arnold, it’s a night of rhythm, grace, and vibrant energy you won’t forget!

Tickets are selling fast for this special Valentine’s Night performance! EXCLUSIVE to Tri-Valley Explorer Readers, GET $5 OFF each ticket with Promo Code: BeMine - No other discounts apply. Does not include community seats. No refunds or exchanges. Does not apply to previously purchased tickets.

Feeling Indoorsy? Fun Activities for Cold Winter Days!

Winter is here, and with temperatures barely reaching 50 degrees this week, it's the perfect time to explore some cozy indoor activities in the Tri-Valley area. Here are our top recommendations:

See a Show!

Activities

Food & Drink

  • Vasco Row (Livermore): Explore nine winery tasting rooms within steps of each other, two breweries, and a speakeasy cocktail bar! Plus, on weekends, you'll find a food truck or two.

  • Ramen and Pho: Nothing warms you up quicker than a delicious bowl of hearty soup. Here are a few favorites:

    • Fujiwara (Dublin)

    • Ukai Japanese Bistro (San Ramon)

    • OvAsians (Livermore)

    • Pho Queen (Pleasanton)

Stay warm and enjoy all that the Tri-Valley has to offer this winter!

Sponsored by KidStrong Livermore

When School is Out, KidStrong Camp is IN!

Looking for a fun and engaging way to keep your kids active during school breaks? KidStrong Camps provide an exciting environment where kids ages 4-11 can build confidence, develop social skills, and stay active—all under the guidance of certified coaches!

Upcoming Events & Camps:

  • Parents Night Out – Saturday, March 8
    Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Details: Enjoy a well-deserved night off while KidStrong keeps your kids entertained with a fun-filled evening of activities. Parents Night Out is the second Saturday of each month!
    Cost: $50

  • Spring Break Camp – Session 1
    Dates: March 31 – April 4
    Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
    Details: Pack a lunch, bring a snack and water—we’ll take care of the rest!

  • Spring Break Camp – Session 2
    Dates: April 7 – April 11
    Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
    Details: Pack a lunch, bring a snack and water—we’ll take care of the rest!

Check out the FULL KidStrong schedule and Camp offerings by Clicking HERE! Email or text to reserve your spot, today!  [email protected] or 925-231-7094

This Week’s Forecast

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This Week’s Live Music Lineup!

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

  • 4PM: Acoustic Wednesday at Wood Family Vineyards featuring The Breedloves, Livermore.

Thursday, February 13, 2025

  • 6PM: Acoustic Evening with Sarah Daye at Almost Famous Wine Lounge, Livermore.

Friday, February 14, 2025

  • 6pm: Urban Sky at Del Valle Winery, Livermore.

  • 6pm: Mark Waterford & Janette Stockwell at Rubys & Roses, Pleasanton.

  • 9PM: Foam Riders at R-Place, Livermore.

Saturday, February 15, 2025

  • 6PM: Sally & The Fields at Las Positas Vineyards, Livermore.

  • 6pm: The Pocket Burners at BottleTaps, Pleasanton

  • 7:30PM: Lydia Pense and Cold Blood at Almost Famous Wine Lounge, Livermore

Sunday, February 16, 2025

  • 12PM: BYOB Bring Your Own Bottle: Live Music by Jack Quigley at Page Mill Winery, Livermore. Bring your rinsed empty bottles and you can get it filled for $10.99.

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