Neighbor Exchange helps the Hiddenbrooke community in Vallejo, California discover shared interests and connect with local businesses. 

I’ve enjoyed sharing recommendations about local businesses and interests on this Hiddenbrooke Neighbor Exchange website.  But I haven’t published so much these last few years as my attention soared beyond our beautiful Hiddenbrooke Hills.  For example, this spring my wife and I explored for 2 wonderful weeks in Western Ireland.  You can read about our …

UPDATED on April 16, 2026: Elkhorn Peak is adding a vineyard patio and has published a schedule of vineyard experiences for 2026 that you can see at https://www.elkhornpeak.com/visit/. The expansion is due to a new California law that allows small, family-run wineries like theirs to host up to 36 small vineyard events annually. _______ (Published …

Hiddenbrooke Plaza’s newest business, Butter Chicken Blockbuster Indo-American Cusine, opens Friday, April 17, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the location formerly occupied by The Loft. The owner, Sand, wants this to be a place for neighbors to get together. He says the restaurant will open on Friday and the bar will open …

Recology Vallejo offers free organic compost to Vallejo and American Canyon residential customers, typically providing two free bags per household while supplies last. Customers can pick up compost at 2021 Broadway in Vallejo on Thursday – Saturday from 8 AM – 3:30 PM.  This location also accepts old hazardous waste, including paint cans, batteries, bulbs, …