Best of Walnut Creek

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

  • Deeper into Meditation — 2 p.m. Nov. 7. Dr. Marshall Zaslove, a board-certified psychiatrist, author and meditation practitioner for over 30 years, will offer simple, effective techniques and will demonstrate the most practical methods of controlling and befriending the mind for better meditation, as well as many other health benefits. As a result, this can help reduce stress and offer more peace within. Ygnacio Valley Library, 2661 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek. 925-938-1481.

  • Salsa and Latin Rhythms Dance — 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays Nov. 12-Dec. 10. Learn how to move your body, hips and feet. Develop techniques for posture and smooth movement, and to lead or follow to any type of Latin Rhythm. Partners not required. Civic Park Community Center, 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. $36. 925-943-5858, www.walnutcreekrec.org.

    HEALTH

  • Macrobiotic Diet:

    An Introduction — 6:30 p.m. Nov 12. An informational presentation by Wafa'a Akl on health and the macrobiotic diet. The word "macrobiotic" comes from Greek roots and means "long life." Japanese educator George Ohsawa developed the macrobiotic diet and philosophy, which focuses on bringing balance to a person's physical and emotional condition

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    through diet. Learn about how this dietary approach can benefit you. Ygnacio Valley Library, 2661 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek. 925-938-1481.

    EVENTS

  • Free Market For Scouting Community — 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 7. Bring what you don't need, take what you want. Bring only kid items to give away (toys, clothing, old Girl Scouts/Boy Scout uniforms, patches, draft items, books, DVD's). No electronics or household appliances. Hillside Covenant Church, 2060 Magnolia Way, Walnut Creek. Vinita Ramsay, 925-465-4961.

  • "Roaring '20s Mystery Event" — 6 p.m. Nov. 7. Benefits Mt. Diablo Music Education Foundation. A night full of suspense, fun and entertainment with food and drinks to help the party along. For ages 14 and up. Pyramid Alehouse, 1410 Locust St., Walnut Creek. $40, includes food and a drink. www.brownpapertickets.com.

  • Walnut Creek on Ice Opening Ceremony — 4:30 p.m. Nov. 12. NBC Bay Area anchor Diane Dwyer will return as the emcee of the opening ceremony where live entertainment will be provided by performers from the American Ice Theater. NBC Bay Area will host a free skate hour immediately following the ceremony. The rink will be open daily at 11 a.m. through January 18. 925-935-7669, wwwiceSkateWalnutCreek.com.

  • Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue Foundation's "Wine and Whiskers" — 4-7 p.m. Nov. 14. Featuring specialty wines, hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction. 2890 Mitchell Dr., Walnut Creek. $75. 925-296-3118, www.arf.net.

    THEATER

  • Contra Costa Musical Theatre's "Oliver!" — through Nov. 7. Family musical which is a little bit scary and a lot of fun. This heartwarming tale with singable tunes tells the story of a young and much-maligned orphan boy. The musical opens in a London workhouse. It is mealtime and the orphan Oliver and the other workhouse boys are about to eat the one bowl of gruel they are allotted each day. Upon drawing the short straw, Oliver is chosen by the other boys to ask for more gruel. As a result, he is sold to work for an undertaker "... but he escapes. 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. $40-$45. 925-943-7469, www.lesherartscenter.org.