On the Calendar in OCTOBER
27 Orinda Chamber of Commerce Chamber Chats with Abby Leiva Flores, BMO Orinda. 9 a.m. Oak Springs Pool Clubhouse 39 Spring Road. orindachamber.org.
Orinda Theatre Classic Movie Matinee presents “Frankenstein” (1931). 1 p.m. See article.
28 Orinda Library Knitting & Needle Arts Club. Whether you like to knit, crochet, embroider or practice other needle crafts, come and join to share tips, learn new techniques and enjoy creating with others in a relaxed setting. Drop-in program for all skill levels. Bring current projects and own supplies if you have them. 12:30 p.m.
30 Rotary Club of Orinda Dancing Without the Cars – Get ready for a Spooktacular night of dancing, costumes, fun, fellowship and fundraising Halloween party 6 p.m., Orinda/Wilder Art & Garden Center, 20 Orinda Fields Lane. Tickets at www.orindarotaryfundraiser.com or call 925.366.8077. 12:15 p.m. See article.
Miramonte High School football game vs. Mount Diablo High School. 7 p.m.
31 Art Embraces Words Free Halloween Program with writers and artists, 2 p.m. and Cosplay/Costume Contest 3:30 p.m. Come as your favorite literary or artist’s character. Light reception in outdoor courtyard. Lafayette Library Arts + Science Room, 3491 Mount Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. Email literary@lamorindaarts.org or call 925-984-1751. Funded by Community Foundation of Lafayette.
On the Calendar in NOVEMBER
2 Lamorinda Meditation Community All levels and philosophies welcome. 10 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Orinda Community Church, gcmozee@gmail.com.
4 Saint Mary’s College Museum of Art Participate in ongoing collaborative weaving and artist residency with April Camlin. William Keith Gallery. 11 a.m. Help create a woven fiber work for the forthcoming Spring 2027 exhibition “Interwoven.” Residency hours will be held through Nov. 21.
5 Orinda Books Pat’s Book Club discusses Tim O’Brien’s “The Things They Carried” 11 a.m.
Orinda Library Imperfect Circles Discussion Group. Conversation of human civilization; of philosophies, insights and more. Led by George Hammond. 6:30 p.m.
Orinda Books Distinguished Speaker Series with Dorothy Lazard. In her new book, “Behind the Desk at the Main: A Librarian’s Memoir,” Oakland librarian Lazard offers an insider’s look at the modern American library. 7 p.m. Lafayette Library, Don Tatzin Hall, 3491 Mount Diablo Blvd. Lafayette.
6 Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary presents Ernie Furtado “Camp Venture/Camp Royal.” 7 a.m., Veterans Memorial Center, 3780 Mount Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. Visit lamorindasunrise.org or lamorindasunrise@gmail.com.
International Film Showcase presents “Primavera” from Italy. For more information about the film go to internationalshowcase.org. Check orindamovies.com for show times. Trailer: mubi.com/en/films/primavera-2025/trailer.
Lamorinda Improv Theater Takes the Stage. 6 p.m. Middle School and Teen Teams Tickets: $15 (PG); 8 p.m. – LIT Adult Teams Tickets: $20 (PG-13) Featuring DJ Erik Rumors. Adult Beverages available from the Boo Loo Lounge. Tickets available at the Orinda Theater website or litimprov.com.
7 Orinda Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. Saturdays, Orinda Way in front of Orinda Community Center Park. Visit cccfm.org or 925.431.8361.
Art Gallery at the Orinda Library East Bay Women Printmakers – Masters of the Matrix, Free artist reception 2:30 – 4:30. See article.
8 San Francisco Bay Area Chamber Choir presents Radiance: Songs of Light, Fire & Sky. 4 p.m. St Stephen’s Episcopal Church. Tickets $20 at bit.ly/3Ujs2vE or at the door.
Live at the Orinda! presents Beth Leavel 5 p.m. See article.
Orinda Community Foundation Orinda Citizen of the Year Banquet, 6 p.m. at the Orinda Community Center. Get tickets at bit.ly/4zCuUCV. Honor this year’s awardees Sue Farmer and Clay Deanhardt.
11 Orinda Books Second Wednesday Book Club discussing “The Art Spy” by Michelle Young. 3 p.m.
12 Orinda Junior Women’s Club is a non-profit women’s organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service. 7 p.m. Email membership@orindajuniors.org for meeting details.
Orinda Theatre Women’s Directors offering this month, “Atlantics” (2019) by Mati Diop 7:30 p.m. See article.
13 Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary Buddy Burke “Come Fly With Me.” 7 a.m., Veterans Memorial Center, 3780 Mount Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. Visit lamorindasunrise.org or lamorindasunrise@gmail.com.
Lamorinda Improv Theater LIT & Laughing Improv Jam 7 p.m. LIT Studio 2, Orinda Theater Square, Ste 111, $20 pp. Adults-only BYOB Improv Jam. No experience required. We’ll play easy, low-pressure, high-energy improv games. Take the stage or watch the show, just bring your favorite drink and unwind, have fun, and connect with others. Register atlitimprov.com.
16 Saint Mary’s College Museum of Art birthday celebration of William Keith. William Keith Week will begin with activities leading up to Keith’s birthday on Nov. 21.
18 Orinda Books Meet Artist Lisa Gunn. 2 p.m. at her painting show. Art on display all month.
“Growing Up Movies” – Premiere of Orinda Native Filmmaker Greg Garthe – Orinda Theatre, 7 p.m. Free screening – support this Orinda filmmaker, 44 min. See article.
19 Orinda Theatre Free Movie Night presents “Planes, Trains, And Automobiles” (1987) 6:30 p.m. See article.
Orinda/Tabor (Czechia) Sister City Foundation welcomes Orindans who enjoy being what President Eisenhower called “Citizen Diplomats.” Zoom at 7 p.m. Call Bobbie Landers 925.254.8260 for details.
20 Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary presents District Governor Hon Woody Fridae. 7 a.m., 3780 Mount Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. Visit lamorindasunrise.org or lamorindasunrise@gmail.com.
Montelindo Garden Club presents Master Gardeners Lisa Phillips and Kitty Cole on “The Allure of Tulips.” There will also be a pre-chilled tulip bulb sale. Lafayette Library Auditorium. 9 a.m., 3491 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette. Visit montelindogarden.com/2026-meetings.html. Free.
24 Orinda Chamber of Commerce Chamber Orinda. 9 a.m. Oak Springs Pool Clubhouse, 39 Spring Road. orindachamber.org.
Orinda Theatre Classic Movie Matinee presents “Now, Voyager (1942). 1 p.m. See article.
25 Orinda Library Knitting & Needle Arts Club. Drop-in program for all skill levels. Bring current projects and own supplies if you have them.
12:30 p.m.
29 Orinda Theatre Matías Bombal’s tour of the Orinda Theatre. Free. 11 a.m. Last Sunday of the month.
Orinda Theatre Matías Bombal’s Hollywood Cinema Craft Series presents “Rashomon” (1950). 1 p.m. See article.
Send calendar items to Jill Gelster at calendar@aspenconsult.net.
CITY/FIRE ZOOM MEETING SCHEDULE
City Council. First and third Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Library Auditorium, 26 Orinda Way. www.cityoforinda.org.
Historic Landmarks Committee. Second Tuesday, 3-5 p.m. Call 925.788.7323. www.cityoforinda.org.
Moraga-Orinda Fire District. Third Wednesday, 7 p.m. For agenda, go to www.mofd.org/transparency/resources/board-agendas-minutes.
Planning Commission. Second and fourth Tuesdays, 7 p.m., cityoforinda.org.
