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Bay Area doctors say weight-loss surgery remains a powerful tool even as drugs like Ozempic help patients lose weight.

They stress that surgery can lead to significant and lasting improvements in health for those with severe obesity — offering an alternative for patients who struggle with long-term medication use.

Columnist Scott Ostler writes that the Golden State Warriors may soon see their long run end as older stars and a contract issue with Jonathan Kuminga challenge the team’s strength—free agent signings like Al Horford and De’Anthony Melton are expected to help as changes loom.

AI Tips for Genealogy Research

10:30-10:45 a.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Discover the latest AI tips to enhance your genealogy research.

T Sisters at The Freight with Ralph Roddenbery

4:00 – 6:30 p.m. — The Freight — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sibling harmonies and soulful folk sounds of the T Sisters as they perform live.

Mac Mall Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the pioneering rhythms of Mac Mall, a Bay Area hip-hop legend.

Life Drawing Session

5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience an evening of creativity with short poses and a live model.

Let’s Talk FamilySearch: A Group Exploration

1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Engage with expert guidance to master your FamilySearch journey and explore your genealogy.

Rootstech Video Series: Reading Old Documents

6:30-7:30 p.m. — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore the art of reading old documents with this informative video session.

The Pleasure Routine Concert

8-10 PM — Thee Stork Club — Check for ticket prices — Experience the melodic tunes of The Pleasure Routine and enjoy their latest album, Worndrobe.

Afrobeats at the Lake Festival

1-8 p.m. — Snow Park — $10 Early Bird tickets available — Celebrate California's biggest outdoor afrobeats festival with a lineup of diverse performances and vendors.

Concerts By The Lake 2025

6-8 p.m. — Pleasant Hill City Hall — Cash/CC accepted — Enjoy food, drinks, and live music in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Life Drawing Session at Faultline Gallery

5:45-9 p.m. — Faultline Gallery — $20 online, $25 at the door — Engage your creativity with a life drawing session featuring a live model.