Where Music Meets the Waterfront in the East Bay🎶

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Summer is flying by! With back-to-school season just around the corner, now’s the time to soak up every bit of sunshine.

From live waterfront music in Benicia to local block parties and a cool new drink spot, here are a few great ways to get out and enjoy the weekend! ☀️

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🎉 Enjoy two days filled with live music, local bites and drinks, and family fun on the beautiful Benicia Waterfront!

You can catch live bands across two stages, grab a drink at the wine and craft beer pavilions, and sample eats from local chefs at the Taste of Benicia food pavilion. Plus, there’s plenty of shopping with local craft vendors and a boardwalk-style carnival on the pier for the kids!

💡Insider Tip: Parking right next to the park fills up early. Grab street parking 3–4 blocks up on First Street and enjoy the stroll down!

A great excuse to get the family out of the house this Saturday! Berkeley’s Shattuck avenue in the “Gourmet Ghetto” is coming alive with local food pop-ups, live tunes, and street vendors—perfect for grabbing a bite, soaking up the sun, and strolling at your own pace. ☀️

💡Insider Tip: Take BART to Downtown Berkeley and take a quick 8-minute walk north to avoid parking hassles.

Catch country hits with Highway Vagabonds (Miranda Lambert tribute)

Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic dinner for free live music in Alamo! Food trucks will be on site if you want to grab dinner there.

💡Insider tip: Parking fills up quickly near the park, but there is designated parking reserved for seniors and anyone needing accessible parking right by the lot!

Parents, enjoy a night to yourselves while the kids have an evening full of creativity and fun!

What’s included for the kids: A hands-on craft session where kids get to paint and customize their own wooden cars to take home, a pizza dinner, and a movie screening of Disney's Cars with popcorn and friends.

💡Insider Tip: Space is limited at the Marina Community Center and pre-registration is required. Sign up online at pittsburgrec.com before spots fill up!

Looking for a fun, air-conditioned afternoon with the kids? Join Explorers Zone for their very first community meetup at Delta Bowl! Kids get 2 FREE games when you register in advance, and adult games are just $4.50.

Shoe Rental: $3.50 per person (kids & adults).

How to Register: Direct message @explorers.zone on Instagram with your name, phone number, and the names/ages of everyone in your group to claim the free kids' games!

💡Insider Tip: Free kid registration spots are limited, so send them a DM early to lock in your family's lanes!

A total local favorite right inside Larkey Park! Along with a full-size regular pool for open family swim and lap swimming (with same hours), there's an all-abilities sprayground featuring mini slides, dump buckets, and water cannons that younger kids absolutely love.

Bonus: the huge Larkey Park playground and shady park trees are right next door—perfect for drying off with a picnic lunch after swim time.

💡Insider Tip: Capacity for the sprayground is capped at 60 kids for safety, so arrive right around noon when they open!

A massive, vibrant island street festival with over 200 artisan booths, live music across three stages, and delicious festival food. Perfect for families, it features a dedicated Kids’ Area packed with bounce houses, face painting, and puppet shows.

💡Insider Tip: Parking can be tricky on Park Street during the fair—park in the Civic Center Garage on Oak Street for an easy 2-block walk!

💜Local Bite: New in Benicia!💜

Benicia’s newest treat spot has officially arrived! Dirty Pop brings the viral "dirty soda" trend to First Street—taking classic sodas like Coke, Dr Pepper, Sprite, and Ginger Ale and dressing them up with custom flavor syrups, coconut cream, fresh lime, and sweet toppings.

Whether you're craving an OG Dirty (Cola + coconut + cream + lime) or want to build your own custom fizzy creation, it's the ultimate fun, non-alcoholic mid-afternoon pick-me-up or post-dinner treat while strolling downtown.

💡Insider Tip: Pair your drink with one of their gourmet cake pops or sweet treats for the complete afternoon sugar rush!

417 McAllister Dr, Benicia, CA
5 BEDS | 3.5 BATHS | 3,183 SQFT
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath home, proudly offered by its original owners. Built in 2007 and located in one of Benicia's most sought-after neighborhoods, this thoughtfully designed home offers over 3,000 square feet of comfortable living space with a floor plan that is perfect for today's lifestyle. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors throughout the first level, and a bright, open layout. The formal living and dining rooms flow into the spacious kitchen, complete with a center island overlooking the inviting family room, creating the perfect space for entertaining and everyday living. A downstairs primary suite provides an ideal setup for multi-generational living, extended family, or overnight guests. Upstairs features four generously sized bedrooms, including an impressive primary retreat with an oversized walk-in closet that feels like its own room. Two full bathrooms and a conveniently located laundry room complete the upper level. Outside, enjoy a low-maintenance backyard designed for both relaxation and recreation with artificial turf, a half basketball court, mature redwood trees for added privacy, a greenhouse, and multiple large storage sheds. The oversized paved driveway provides ample parking and space for recreational vehicles, trailers, or guests. From the welcoming front porch to the exceptional indoor and outdoor living spaces, this home offers the opportunity to reside in one of Benicia's most desirable neighborhoods.

3229 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA
2 BEDS | 2 BATHS | 1,170 SQFT
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family residence that perfectly blends comfort, style, and convenience. Step inside to discover a spacious living room and an inviting kitchen featuring thoughtful upgrades throughout, creating a warm and functional space for everyday living and entertaining. Outside, enjoy a newly landscaped backyard designed for relaxation and gatherings. The generous outdoor space includes a thriving garden and an impressive privacy wall—perfect for transforming into your own outdoor movie theater with a projector for unforgettable movie nights under the stars. Additional highlights include a one-car garage and a large unfinished basement offering endless possibilities for storage, a workshop, home gym, or future expansion. Ideally situated near an array of local favorites, you'll enjoy easy access to shopping, restaurants, and breweries, including Ghost Town Brewing, Lounge 3411, and more. Commuters will appreciate the convenient location with quick access to major freeways, making travel throughout the Bay Area a breeze. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a move-in-ready home with incredible indoor and outdoor living spaces in a prime location!

160 Palm Pl, Brentwood, CA
5 BEDS | 3 BATHS | 2,404 SQFT
Located in the desirable Shadow Lakes neighborhood, this spacious home is situated on a premium oversized lot overlooking the golf course, with no HOA. The versatile split-level floor plan is designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. The entry level features a welcoming living room, a bedroom, bonus area, laundry room, and a recently updated full bathroom, making it ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or a private home office. Up a short flight of stairs, you'll find the main living area, where a family room with a fireplace flows into the spacious eat-in kitchen. The kitchen offers generous counter space, ample cabinetry, and charming garden windows that bring in natural light. The upper level features four bedrooms, including the spacious primary suite. The suite includes a unique anteroom, separated from the bedroom by a double-sided fireplace that creates the perfect divider between the two spaces. The anteroom offers endless possibilities as a home office, reading nook, sitting area, or exercise space. The hallway bathroom has also been recently updated with modern finishes. Additional updates include a newer water heater and newer washer and dryer. The backyard features mature fruit trees including apricot, persimmon, grapevines, pomegranate, and lemon, along with plenty of space to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy the peaceful setting. Enjoy easy access to nearby parks, top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and Highway 4, making commuting and daily errands a breeze while still enjoying the beauty of this established neighborhood.

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Here’s to making the most of the final weeks of summer! We love keeping you connected to everything happening in our neighborhood. ☀️

Ryan DeAmaral

Co-Writer, Twin Oaks Insider

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