Walnut Creek Magazine

06/01/2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Pam Kessler, the beloved publisher of Walnut Creek Magazine.

Pam was a passionate advocate for our community, dedicating nearly 20 years to sharing the stories, people, and culture that make Walnut Creek so special. Her contributions have left an indelible mark, and her infectious laugh and vibrant spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Pam’s legacy will live on through the work she championed and the relationships she nurtured.

Details about a celebration of life will be shared in the coming weeks.

05/12/2024

Jingle all the way to Broadway Plaza tonight for the Holiday Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting! Let’s get festive! 5:30-8:30PM

22/10/2024

Race for City Council Enters Final Stretch

At a public policy forum hosted by the Walnut Creek Chamber, all five candidates offered their views on the city’s future. While some of their priorities vary, all agreed on one thing: Walnut Creek needs to build more affordable housing, particularly for the middle class.

Candidates agree that tackling the housing crisis is a top priority for the city.

12/10/2024

We love Fleet Week! are back soaring above The Bay at 3:00pm Saturday & Sunday (weather permitting)

Thanks for sharing this beauty from today

11/10/2024

Wow, Cal Shakes takes a final bow…

The closure ends 50 years of standard-setting outdoor theater and eliminates theater education programs that trained Zendaya among countless others.

05/10/2024

It’s College Gameday at CAL. Thousands of football fans pulled an all-nighter to welcome ESPN to Berkeley. Go Bears!

27/09/2024

Sip on brews, savor brats & groove to live music. Kinderplatz for kiddos and a Biergarten for the 21+ crowd.

Walnut Creek’s Downtown Oktoberfest kicks-off today at 4pm in Civic Park East. Free Admission. September 27-28. Details . Prost!

23/09/2024

Rossmoor restricts demonstrations & political commentary after clash on pickleball courts. (Article gifted)

Inflamed by a fistfight on the pickleball court at the 55-and-over community, tensions have escalated to include complaints of an authoritarian crackdown.

22/09/2024

If it’s Sunday, you’ll find us at the farmers market shopping for fruits, veggies & herbs.

Right now Heirloom, Early Girl, and Cherry vine-ripened tomatoes burst with flavor sautéed in garlic and topped with poached egg, tossed in salads, baked into savory galettes or puréed into a refreshing gazpacho or pasta sauce.

You’ll find the recipes on our website:
walnutcreekmagazine.com. It’s filled with all kinds of recipes for delicious dishes from local chefs, restaurants, and markets.

14/09/2024

Welcome Gold Medalist Amit Elor back to Walnut Creek Saturday, 9/14 from 1-2pm, at a community celebration in Civic Park. Fresh off her freestyle wrestling victory at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Amit will answer your questions & take photographs.

Bring a blanket to sit on or low-backed chairs.

19/08/2024

Blue Super Moon rising tonight. This one from August 2023

16/08/2024

It's tomato time! Get them at peak to use in salads, soups, and savory galettes.

Heirlooms, Early Girls, and Cherries burst with flavor in all kinds of recipes.

07/08/2024

Let the good times roll! Summer fun peaks in Walnut Creek this week. Party on Locust Street tonight (5:30-9pm) at First Wednesday. Then on Thursday, Broadway Plaza rocks with the sounds of Evolution, a Journey tribute band (7pm). See you there!

01/08/2024

Update: YVR REOPENED

Ygnacio Valley Road remains closed between Broadway & Civic after fatal car crash earlier this morning