Week Ahead: Thanksgiving, Tree Lighting, Celtic Winterdance

Roller Skating Sessions at the Golden Skate

Program that introduces kids to rollerskating.
Where: The Golden Skate, 2701 Hooper Drive, San Ramon
When: Monday, Nov. 25-27. Sessions 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $11 admission, $4 quad rentals and $5 inline rentals

Mt. Diablo Recycling Winter Camp

Free winter camp sessions for all ages include interactive education about the 5 
R’s--Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Respect the 
Earth and Recover—as well as compelling information about the increased impact 
we all have on the environment each holiday season.
Where: Mt. Diablo Recycling, 1300 Loveridge Rd., Pittsburg
When: Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 10 a.m.
Cost: Free

Lighting of the Old Oak Tree in Danville

Families will gather on Diablo Road around the town’s landmark oak tree, and will enjoy music provided by the Danville Girls Chorus and the San Ramon 
Valley High School Chorus led by Ken Abrams.  
Where: Old Oak Tree in Danville. Parking available at the Community Presbyterian Church, located at 222 W. El Pintado Road.
When: Friday, Nov. 29 at 5:15 p.m.
Cost: Free

Winterdance Celtic Christmas Celebration

End your day of shopping and tree lighting with a lively and beautiful Celtic Christmas concert to kick off the holiday season! Refreshments will be available at intermission, with proceeds benefiting the Bay Area Crisis Nursery.
Where: Danville Congregational Church, 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville
When: Friday, Nov. 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $18 advance, $20 door

Big Band Holiday Show: Lady K and the Kings of Swing

Swing into the holiday mood with Lady K and the Kings of Swing. This will be a fun concert for all ages, as we put a jazzy twist on your holiday favorites.
Where: DV Performing Arts Ctr., 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon 
When: Saturday, Nov. 30, 8 p.m.
Cost: $15 adults / $5 youth

Alamo Tree Lighting and Choral Music Event

The Alamo festival signals the beginning of the Christmas holiday season for families with an evening of caroling, entertainment, beverages and crafts. "Guests are urged to come early and stay late," said the organizers. 
Where: Andrew H. Young Park, Alamo (Danville Blvd. and Jackson Way)
When: Sunday, Dec. 1, 4:30 p.m.
Cost: Free