Where the hungry, the homeless and immigrants are treated with decency and respect in a clean,…read moreopen, welcoming environment. They provide food, books, classes, wealth of resources, diapers, wipes, gas cards at times, toiletries, pet food at times. People will also bring in small items for free/donate and display them on the tables--first come, first serve. I have left entertainment, clothes, shoes, hygiene care items, luggage totes, blankets, kitchen wares, pet supplies over the years on the tables--things are gone almost instantly. They have a lovely children's waiting room. They host events, fundraisers, drives, social activities for donors and clients throughout the year, especially treating clients well on holidays and back to school. They have an indoor library and outdoor book library stand--take books, leave books. Free to take. ***Please donate pet food! Diapers! Wipes! Tampons and pads!***

This is an amazing, community centered organization. They focus not only on those who need help,…read morebut also those that want to help. They provide food and support services to thousands of local individuals and families. Located near Costco, they have many programs and volunteer opportunities including food box assembly and distribution. This is a great volunteer activity to do as a family or with a small group of friends.

I have been here before but didnt have much time to throughly go through the racks. Went last…read moreFriday on a whim since I didn't want to stay coop up at home. Walked 4 blocks from my apartment. The area is sketchy but what part of Oakland isn't. Upon entering you get a rift of smelly clothes and not enough ventilation. Store was busy so I made my way to the less crowded area and moved along. As I had filled my buggy up, I was waiting for the cashier when I glanced and saw some Alexander Mcqueen shoes in my size. I said to myself, today is my lucky day. I did knock off a star as no on greets or acknowledges you and probably they are used to people just chilling doing nothing in the store. The store could be a little organized with the shoes and general nic nacks they have on the shelves. If you looking for a bargain and things that can be washed and disaffected then don't judge and make your way over here.

I have been shopping there for 3 years. Great deals great selection makes me overlook the…read moresystematically hostile cashier.(older lady) That lady always types prices instead of scanning labels and consistently overcharges you. Today there was a different cashier who charged me 4 items when I had 3 and told me she cannot refund me despite her mistake. She was the store manager, nice, but still. This is done purposefully. It has happened too many times to be a coincidence. Another way to boost revenue is to charge men prices for kids items. I don't have to be treated that way. I am a custimer and I have donated dozen of bags of items over the years. Will go to Savers instead.

I had the opportunity to volunteer at the Solano Food Bank via Kaiser Permanente…read more First let me say, WOW! What an operation. Upon driving up you can't help but notice that their building is HUGE! It's as big as a Costco! Tons of trailers were docked getting filled up by the many volunteers. They even had a Amazon trailer at the loading/unloading dock. There were approximately 30+ volunteers. We all gathered at the picnic tables inside the warehouse. Coffee, Tea, and snacks were provided - nice touch. We all worked together to load many boxes of food that were sent on a rolling conveyor belt with volunteers all along it. I was a team of 2 that stacked the boxes on multiple pallets before a forklift driver whisked them away. It was so awesome to be apart of. If you ever have a chance to volunteer please do so.

A great service to the community and the crowd we were serving in Oakley was very thankful and…read morekind. William did a great job managing everyone around the food truck and giving easy to follow instructions.

Wish there was an option for no stars. There should be a forensic accounting done. It's…read moredisgusting. The way seniors are treated in Walnut Creek.Pleasant Hill definitely shows the way it should be done. The WC board needs to be accountable The program needs to be revamped. Maybe some forensic accounting on where the money is going cause it's certainly not going to the seniors. The meals are sad and they're in house program is pathetic although the volunteers are the finest and doing the best they can with little to no support Where is the senior center of Walnut Creek?

Needs to be improved with better management, honesty and transparency. As a former donater, I find…read morethat meal on wheels diablo region has lowered their quality of professionalism.

Attended an event for the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce that took place last week at the…read moreConcord Elk's Lodge new location on Clayton Road. The venue is large and spacious with lots of tables for sitting and several TVs on the wall (perfect for watching a heart-wrenching NBA finals game #6). There is a bar for adult-beverages (they didn't have any iced tea, but did have a variety of cocktails). Food was brought in from outside and was able to be served to our social group. Really liked the location of the Lodge but it did take me a minute to recognize it was inside the old Bank of America branch on Clayton Road.

I was initiated into this Lodge as a member this month. These are a really good group of people…read more They are very nice, they have a lot of good activities and provide very important services inside the community. If you want to be a part of something special, this is a good place to start.

Valley Vista Racquet Club is a great member-run tennis club in Walnut Club. We have 6 lighted…read moretennis courts, an outstanding tennis pro in Marc Moran, USTA teams, East Bay Ladies League teams, clinics, and tennis socials. Our teams have gone to sectionals and nationals over the years. The dues are extremely affordable - the best bang for your tennis buck around! Check us out!

The Valley Vista Racquet Club operates 6 lighted tennis courts located on the grounds of the…read moreCarondelet Athletics Complex across the street from the Boundary Oaks Golf Course in Walnut Creek. It is a small, member-run club with low monthly dues and a casual, intimate atmosphere. The grounds are immaculately maintained and an online reservation system for members is easy and convenient to use. The teaching pro, Marc Moran, is exceptional.

My go-to for a little shopping therapy. I'll pop-in to browse 10-15 min to see what's new or…read morereduced. And will often find something. Hancel, the floor manager ??, was real helpful with my last purchase! I wanted a lamp that was only sold as a pair but she allowed me to buy just the one. It was the perfect lamp! In retrospect, probably should have bought the 2nd as she suggested!

This is my favorite store. 8 come here three times a week.Hancel and the staff have a good…read morecustomer service.

I've gone to drop off maternity clothes or even help out from time to time. These ladies are so…read moresweet, non judgemental and I love that birthright is non religious, non political. You're going to just get support. One great thing they have is a huge resource binder full of information about every helpful program in the area, be it shelters, wic, childcare, healthcare and lots more. So no matter what your situation birthright is a great place to start, they unload the overwhelm.

I visited Birthright when I was 17 and found myself unexpectedly pregnant. It was very scary and…read moremany things fell apart in my life because of my pregnancy. I couldn't go to school, my parents kicked me out, and nobody supported my decision to keep my baby -- except Birthright. Birthright gave me the support I needed to bring my baby to term and they are a hidden gem in our community. They offer community referrals, maternity & baby clothes, diapers, and so much more. The volunteer I worked with was so loving and kind that it changed my life forever. Thank you, Birthright.