Exciting News – prestigious California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED) Merritt Award is coming to Walnut Creek! The City’s Economic Development team is proud to share that Diablo Regional Arts Association (DRAA) has won an Award of Merit for its Business Leaders for the Arts program. It’s an innovative initiative strengthening ties between the business and arts communities. CALED's recognition highlights the program’s impact in fostering cultural and economic vibrancy in Walnut Creek through promotion of the arts in downtown. DRAA is the proud nonprofit of the Lesher Center for the Arts. Congratulations to DRAA on this well-deserved achievement!