Doug Buenz
Real Estate Broker
Alain Pinel Realtors
(925) 463-2000
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I am a local Real Estate Broker with Alain Pinel Realtors serving the Pleasanton and the Tri-Valley area. I am an avid watcher of the local real estate market, as well as cultural and political events. But that is what I do, not who I am... » read more
Loading ...Both pended sales and inventory of single family detached homes increased in Alamo during April. In addition, pended sales were 45% higher than they were a year ago. Homes priced under $2 million led the sales increase. Overall, 32 sales pended during April, up 33% from 24 in March and 45% from 22 during April …more >
Head to downtown Danville on Thursday evening at 6p.m. for their Spring Wine and Chocolate Stroll. Have a glass of wine and a taste of chocolate while listening to some great music as you stroll along checking out Spring offerings of the local merchants! Get a commemorative wine glass with your $25 ticket that can …more >
In the newly released U.S. News and World Report rankings, the state of California received the most Medal awards in the country with 407 schools in the state receiving Silver medals and 94 schools achieving Gold. The gold rank means that those schools are ranked as “most successfully preparing students for college.” Dougherty Valley High …more >
Come on down to downtown Livermore this Saturday from 10a.m-6p.m. and Sunday from 10a.m.-5p.m. for a great time! With over 300 vendor booths and tasting of some of the best local wine and craft brews in Livermore, you’ll not want to miss this huge event! The 2013 Wine Country Festival is being called “the largest …more >
Come check out this great performance of Rod Serling’s award winning classic Requiem for a Heavyweight about a washed-up boxer turned wrestler at the Village Theatre in Danville on Friday, Saturday and Sundays from 4/26 – 5/12. Visit the Art and Culture Page on the Town of Danville’s website for more information and tickets.
Bring your gently used books to Towne Center Books in Pleasanton tonight for World Book Night. The celebration of books and book swap begins at 7:00p.m. Bestselling authors James Patterson and Ann Patchett are co-chairing World Book Night when booksellers and volunteer givers will come together for the April 23rd distribution of 30 publisher donated …more >
Alamo is the only city/town in the Tri-Valley that saw inventory increase during March. The inventory of single family detached homes grew from 34 at the end of February to 44 at the end of March, a 29% increase. Pended sales fell one unit to 22 during March. There were 27 pended sales during March …more >
Don’t miss this chance to relive the music of the 60′s! Enjoy a blast from the past as renowned musician and political activist Arlo Guthrie, most famous his 18 minute ballad “Alice’s Restaurant” is coming to Livermore on April 22nd. Tickets for the 7:30p.m. show at the Bankhead Theater can be purchased here.
If you’re a quilter or just love quilts, then you’ll want to attend the “Quilts from the Heart” show at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, being held on Saturday, April 20 from 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. and Sunday, April 21 from 10:000a.m. – 4:00p.m. This is the biannual quilt show of the Amador Valley Quilters …more >
How about a Girls Night Out? The hilarious Menopause The Musical® introduces four women who have nothing in common but their menopause symptoms, and takes us through their lives via classic rock and roll tunes ! It is being heralded by the Livermore Patch… The laughter-filled 90 minute production includes parodies from the classics of …more >
Need a good laugh? Head over to The Village Theatre and Art Gallery at 233 Front Street in Danville and take a look at humor in all forms of art: Celebrity Cut-outs, Ceramics, Illustration, Found Objects Mixed Media Collage, Clay Sculpture and more. The exhibit is free and is being held through April 19 from …more >
Are you a fan of the Fab Four? Come experience the Sun Kings, a FABbulous and popular west coast tribute band with over 100 Beatles songs in their repertoire that span the band’s entire career. Tickets for the March 20th, 8p.m. show at the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton, can be purchased here. …more >
Pended sales of single family detached homes in Alamo doubled in February, while inventory was basically flat. Homes priced under $2 million led the market during the month. Overall, 26 sales pended here during February, up from 13 during January. By comparison, 25 sales pended during February last year. 34 homes were actively listed at …more >
Are you a do-it-your-selfer looking for ways to beautify and update your home? Are you looking for businesses that can help you with your makeover? Northside Home Services is hosting an Upcycled Art & Home Show on Saturday, March 23rd from 10a.m. – 4p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 400 Hartz Avenue in Danville. Local artisans …more >
Calling all Car Enthusiasts! It’s that time of year again….The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association is hosting it’s 31st annual All American Get-Together at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton on March 23rd and 24th. This giant swap meet features over 1,250 vendors, indoor and outdoor car shows, a special custom car exhibit with the …more >