December Photo Contest
This public art hangs in the hallway of a popular East Bay building. Do you know where it is? Tell us your best guess. One entrant with the correct answer will be selected at random to receive a restaurant gift certificate. ENTER 11/23-12/27.
November Photo Contest
East Bay pups love a coastal walk at this local park, which offers Bay breezes and a brilliant view of San Francisco. This contest has now closed.
October Photo Contest
As we celebrate a certain East Bay city this month, it seems appropriate to highlight one of its longest-standing public works. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Connie J. who won a $50 gift certificate to Koi Palace in Dublin. This tribute is located in Pleasant Hill at Boyd Rd. and Contra Costa Blvd.
Super Teacher Contest
Celebrate an outstanding, super hero teacher. Contest sponsored by GKV Capital Management. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Meredith Aki, Kindergarten teacher at Cragmont Elementary School who was voted the Super Teacher!
September Photo Contest
This statue of a European general stands in the middle of an East Bay town named for this famous fella. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Joe B. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Restaurant in Walnut Creek. This statue of General Lafayette stands in the city of Lafayette.
August Photo Contest
This colorful piano, decorated with harp-playing flying pigs, sits on a corner in an East Bay city's downtown area. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Judi P. who won a $50 gift certificate to Puesto in Concord. This piano sits in downtown Walnut Creek.
Pleasanton Harvest Festival Giveaway
Enter to win a Pleasanton Harvest Festival prize pack, which includes 4 tickets to the Festival and $50 in "Harvest Bucks." This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Diane C. and Jeff L.
July Photo Contest
This spidery sculpture stands with a variety of public art in an East Bay city. Do you know where it is? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Cathy R. who won a $50 gift certificate to Montecatini Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This mural is located at the Orinda Library.
June Photo Contest
This mural recalls Walnut Creek's history as the Saturday night cruising capital of the East Bay, just one of several connections to American Graffiti this location has. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Toni K. who won a $50 gift certificate to Koi Palace in Dublin. This mural is located at Mel's Diner in Walnut Creek.
May Photo Contest
This towering statue of a woman measures 55 feet tall. At its base, its creator asks what the world would be like if women were safe. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Dean Y. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This mural is located at the San Leandro Tech Campus.
April Photo Contest
Have you seen this mural of an East Bay literary legend sitting in a tree and reading in a snowy setting? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Susan L. who won a $50 gift certificate to Puesto. This mural is located at Heinold's: First and Last Chance Saloon at Jack London Square in Oakland.
College Hoops 3-in-1 Challenge
Make your winning team selections for each game before the tournament starts for a chance to win $1,000,000. This contest has now closed.
Birthday Club & $5,000 Sweepstakes
Join Diablo magazine's Birthday Club and enter to win $5,000. This contest has now closed.
March Photo Contest
This sculpture of a painter sits in the East Bay, close to a performing arts center. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Jill M. who won a $50 gift certificate to Amakara in Dublin! This sculpture sits next to the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton.
Vote: Best of the East Bay 2021
Tell us what your local favorites are, what spits you've missed most, what you can’t live without, and where you’re excited to go again. Vote by March 31 and be entered to win. Best of the East Bay 2021 voting has concluded.
February Photo Contest
Have you seen this colorful valentine to East Bay wildlife in a downtown area? This contest has now closed. Watch here as Diablo's Senior Editor announces this month's winner, Anne-Marie V. of San Ramon. This photo of the art hear was taken in front of the Museum of San Ramon Valley in Danville.
Cutest Pet Contest
Mochi, an 8-year-old Pekingese rescue, is our winner with 102 votes! Proud owners, Vivian and Joe Lim, have won a luxurious two-night stay at the pet-friendly Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel. Sponsored by Ponderosa Homes. WINNER
January Photo Contest
This statue of the East Bay's most famous environmentalist isn't part of the National Historic Site that bears his name. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Barbara U. who won a $50 gift certificate to Koi Palace in Dublin! This statue is located at John Muir Memorial Park in Martinez.
How Do You Enjoy Your Fried Chicken?
Tell us everything you like most about fried chicken, a comfort food classic. POLL
December Photo Contest
Do you know where this picture was taken? This contest has now closed. Watch here as Diablo's Senior Editor announces this month's winner, Mike T. of Alamo. This photo of Rosie the Riveter was taken at the Richmond marina.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
Tell us what makes for the best sandwich ever. Describe your favorite breads, meats, cheeses, and toppings here. POLL
What's Your Favorite Soup?
As the weather cools down, our love for soup heats up. Tell us which ones are your favorite. POLL
What's Your Favorite Bread?
Because you can't live by bread alone....or, can you? Tell us what your favorite breads are. POLL
What's Your Favorite Pie?
Pie anyone? Tell us what your favorite pie flavor is and where you go to get your slice here in the East Bay. POLL
November Photo Contest
Do you know where this East Bay breakfast favorite is? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Christina C. who won a $50 gift certificate to Montecatini Ristorante! These signs can be found at Millie's Kitchen at 1018 Oak Hill Rd. in Lafayette.
October Photo Contest
Have you seen this handsome horse standing tall near I-680? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Kara M. who won a $50 gift certificate to Rooftop Restaurant and Bar! This horse is located at Alamo Hay & Grain Company at 3196 Danville Blvd. in Alamo.
Is It Possible To Slow The Aging Process?
Presented by Dr. Selma Rashid - What every woman should know about hormone replacement therapy. The first five lucky participants who answer correctly will each win a copy of Dr. Selma Rashid's book, Hormones Explained: Anti-aging Medicine, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, and the Controversies. QUIZ
September Photo Contest
This mural marks a longstanding business that offers tasty treats. Maybe you've seen it while driving through the Tri-Valley. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Debby O. who won a $50 gift certificate to Gay Nineties Pizza Company! This mural is located at Meadowlark Dairy at 57 W. Neal St. in Pleasanton.
August Photo Contest
This sign marks a business that has been serving similar products for more than a century. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Jeannie C. who won a $50 gift certificate to Walnut Creek Yacht Club! This sign is located at Elliott's Bar at 369 Hartz Ave. in Danville.
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July Photo Contest
Have you seen this bull walking down a main drag in an East Bay city? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Aileen B. who won a $50 gift certificate to Havana! Bullman with Bulldog is located at 1301 N. Main Street in Walnut Creek.
