Happy Wednesday, Walnut Creek!

💡 Did you know: We are one of the few places in the Bay Area where Chinook salmon still spawn in the local creeks?

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Let’s get to it.

— Sean Casey

Downtown Walnut Creek is leaning into spring in the most cheerful way possible with Once Upon a Street: Bunnies & Blooms, a seasonal event that brings family-friendly activities, photo moments, and plenty of springtime color to the city center. Expect pop-up experiences, themed decorations, and interactive stops designed especially for kids and families wandering through downtown.

Events like this tend to turn an ordinary afternoon stroll into a little adventure, whether you're chasing photo opportunities with oversized spring props, browsing nearby shops, or just soaking up the atmosphere. With flowers, bunnies, and plenty of reasons to explore, it’s the kind of outing that pairs nicely with brunch, coffee, or a quick shopping stop afterward.

If you’re looking for a relaxed way to welcome the season and spend time outside with the family, this is one of those easy downtown events where the plan mostly takes care of itself.

📍 Where: Downtown Walnut Creek (various locations)
📅 When: Saturday, March 21st | 11am – 2pm
💲 Price: Free

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If you’re looking for a family outing that leans a little whimsical, DLUX Puppets’ Peter Pan brings the classic Neverland adventure to the stage with handcrafted puppetry, storytelling, and plenty of imagination. These productions are designed to keep younger audiences engaged while still entertaining the adults who came along for the ride. Kids can watch their favorite characters come to life while parents enjoy the creative staging and humor woven throughout the show.

📍 Where: Lesher Center for the Arts. 1601 Civic Dr
📅 When: Thursday, March 19th | 9:30am – 10:30am
💲 Price: Ticketed | Prices vary

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The Range at Boundary Oak is celebrating its one year anniversary, and they’re marking the occasion with a casual community event that mixes golf, food, and outdoor fun. There will be activities for both seasoned golfers and people who just enjoy hitting a few balls while breathing in the fresh air. Jump houses, DJ spinning music, face painting and more!

Anniversary events like this will bring giveaways and a friendly crowd of locals who appreciate having another sporting option in Walnut Creek.

📍 Where: The Range at Boundary Oak. 3800 Valley Vista Rd
📅 When: Saturday, March 21st | 12pm – 3pm
💲 Price: Free

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Local creativity takes the spotlight at the Photography 101 Student Exhibition, where emerging photographers showcase their work after completing coursework at the Center for Community Arts. It’s a great reminder of how much artistic talent exists right here in Walnut Creek. Visitors can explore a range of photography styles while supporting students who are just beginning their creative journeys. A great stop for anyone who enjoys photography and discovering local talent.

📍 Where: Center for Community Arts. 111 N Wiget Ln
📅 When: Wednesday, March 18th | 5pm – 7pm
💲 Price: Free

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If you love coming home with a new stack of books, the Friends of the Walnut Creek Library Book Sale is back with thousands of gently used titles across every category you can think of. From fiction and cookbooks to kids books and history, it is part treasure hunt, part community tradition. The later “bag sale” is where things get especially fun, with shoppers filling a bag with books for a flat price. It’s a simple, feel-good way to support the library while leaving with some great new reads.

📍 Where: Walnut Creek Library. 1644 N Broadway
📅 When: Friday, March 20th | 3pm – 4:30pm (Members Only) // Saturday, March 21st | 10am -3:30pm (Public)
💲 Price: Free

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If your camera roll is already 90% your pet, then it’s time to start ‘hearting’ your favorites. Joybound’s Paw-parazzi Pet Photo Contest invites locals to submit their cutest dog or cat photo and rally friends to vote through small donations. It’s part friendly competition, part fundraiser, with top pets earning a feature in the 2027 Joybound calendar. Every vote helps support medical care, pet food programs, and community services for animals in need, so even casual participation makes an impact!

📍 Where: Online (hosted by Joybound People & Pets, Walnut Creek)
📅 When: Now – Friday, March 20th | Voting ends 8pm
💲 Price: Donations start at $5 = 5 votes

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🥧 Weekly Walnut recipe: Baked Acorn Squash with Blueberry-Walnut Filling - A favorite way to stuff squash is with an unexpected fruit filling, like this sweet apple-blueberry one

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— Sean Casey | Publisher | Walnut Creek Digest