July 18

  • Music on the Patio — 6:30 p.m., supper 7 p.m., music July 18. Come and enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers and decadent desserts followed by the music of the "Basically Broadway" with Dani Innocenti-Beam and Julie Ekoue-Totu. St. Timothy' Episcopal Church, 1550 Diablo Road, Danville. Cost: $10 per person, $35 per family. Benefits the William and Mary Swing Pavilion at Bishop Ranch. 925-837-4993.

  • Walking in Shoes Too Small — 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., July 18. Brother Don Bisson presents a day retreat on the spiritual practices of letting go of our false self to enter the mystery of our true self. Integrating Christian and Jungian insights into the spiritual life. San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville. Cost is $75 and includes lunch. For reservations call 925-837-9141.

    July 26

  • Saved By Grace — 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., July 26. Dr. Bill Creasy presents a day retreat that will reflect on the person of Jesus, the work of Jesus, the appropriation of Jesus and living life in Jesus. San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville. Cost is $70 and includes lunch. For reservations call 925-837-9141.

    July 27 — Aug. 1

  • Silent Contemplative Retreat — 4 p.m. registration, 5 p.m. social, 6 p.m. dinner, five-day retreat, July 27 - Aug. 1. Join Fr.
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    Dan Riley, as he walks with various teachers of the Franciscan wisdom tradition: saints Francis, Claire, Bonaventure and others as well as Thomas Merton. Enjoy the garden as well as welcoming the Holy Spirit. Wednesday will be a silent hermit day. San Damiano retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville. Cost is $265 for a double and $340 private room. Register at www.sandamiano.org or call 925-837-9141.

    July 28 — Aug. 1

  • Vacation Bible School — 9 a.m.-noon, July 28-Aug. 1. Enjoy a thrilling ride with Jesus at SonWorld Adventure Park Vacation Bible School for children 4 years old through current fifth grade. Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., Livermore. Cost is $10 per child, $25 per family. Registration forms are available in the Asbury office or online at www.AsburyLive.org or call 925-447-1950.

    Aug. 23

  • Crossing the Red Sea — 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Aug. 23. Join Victoria S. MacDonald on a journey through separation, divorce and beyond. Take comfort in knowing you are not alone using scripture, stories from ancient and recent cultures, as well as film and discussion. Explore the big picture of life. San Damiano retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville. Cost is $75 and includes lunch. Register at www.sandamiano.org or call 925-837-9141.

    Sept. 8 — Dec. 1

    n Divorce Care — 7-9 p.m., Monday nights from Sept. 8 - Dec. 1. A 13-week seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. The seminars provides valuable information on healing as well as the support of other participants. Valley Bible Church, 7106 Johnson Drive, Pleasanton. The $25 charge includes workbook and other materials. Pre-registration required. 925-227-1301.

    Sept. 12

  • Asbury Concert — 8 p.m., Sept. 12. Come and enjoy a Bluegrass band concert featuring Russell Moore and Illrd Tyme Out. This will be their only local concert on their 10 day California tour. Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., Livermore. Cost is $15 general admission; $12 for seniors and children 12 and under. 925-447-1950.