Here is a look at events around East Contra Costa for the weekend of April 30 and a little further out.
April 30:
8:00 am: Brentwood Farmers Market
Join the Brentwood Farmers Market which runs every Saturday now through November 19 on Oak Street in Brentwood. The market runs from 8:00 am to noon.
8:30 am: Mike “Bear Cub” Truitt Memorial Event
8th Annual APD Ofc Mike “Bear Cub” Truitt Memorial Ride from Antioch Police Station to Ironstone Vineyard for Lunch. Bikes leave at 10:00 am. Lunch included in $25 registration. This non-profit event will have proceeds going towards LMC Cholarship in Mikes name. Contact/Registration Info: Mike Schneider 925-872-6461
10:00 am: Rally Kickoff Yes on Measure K
The New Oakley Library and Community Learning Center Committee is holding a rally kickoff for the “Vote YES on Measure K Campaign” on April 30, 2016. The rally will start at 10am and will be at the Downtown City Park Amphitheater, proposed site for the new library.
This rally is open to the public and will directly support efforts already underway by the Committee to share information about the benefits of the ballot measure and value of the proposed new downtown facility with voters.
For more information, visit: newoakleylibrary.org.
10:00 am: Livermore Wine Country Downtown Street Fest
2016 Livermore Wine Country Downtown Street Fest is the largest celebration of wine, craft brews, arts, crafts, shopping, dining, entertainment and hometown charm in the East Bay!
Wine and Beer pouring from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday while Sunday its 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Free admission. For more information, visit http://www.livermoredowntown.com/livermore-wine-country-downtown-street-fest/2016/
10:00 am: Law Enforcement National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Law enforcement across East Contra Costa County will participate in the 11th opportunity in six years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your pills for disposal at the following sites. The DEA cannot accept liquids or needles or sharps, only pills or patches.
The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.
- Antioch Police Department, 300 L Street, Antioch CA
- Brentwood Police Department, 9100 Brentwood Blvd, Antioch CA
- Danville Police Department, 510 La Gonda Way, Danville, CA
- Lafayette Police Department, 3675 Mt. Diablo Way, Suite 130, Lafayette, CA
- Oakley Police Department, 3231 Main Street, Oakley, CA
- Office of the Sheriff Muir Station, 1980 Muir Road, Martinez, CA (Field Operations Building)
- Office of the Sheriff Bay Station, 5555 Giant Highway, Richmond, CA (West County Detention Facility)
- Orinda Police Department, 22 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA
- Pittsburg Police Department, 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA
10:00 am: Antioch Chamber Ribbon Cutting at City Sports Club
On Saturday April 30th you are invited to City Sport’s Grand Opening Event. Start off the day with a Ribbon Cutting hosted by the Antioch Chamber of Commerce. Bring your workout clothes and enjoy complimentary workouts. Free ZUMBA class at noon, complimentary personal training clinic at 2pm, free basketball throw event from 2 pm-4 pm, face painting clown from 10 am – 3pm.. DJ LadyRay from 106 KMEL radio station will be at the event from 11 am- 1pm, healthy snacks, and enter to win a prize. The event will be held at 5001 Lone Tree Way, Antioch, CA 94531
10:00 am: Assemblyman Jim Frazier Mobile Office Hours
Do you have a problem with a State agency? Call to make an appointment and share your issue. Assemblyman Jim Frazier will host office hours between 10:00 am to Noon at 118 Oak Street, Brentwood (Brentwood Chamber of Commerce)
11:00 am: Antioch Chamber Ribbon Cutting at AAA (New Location)
Join AAA as they open their new facility in the Slatten Ranch Shopping Center at 5799 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. PLAY baseball games, plus fun giveaways. CHOW on ballpark eats from Road Dogs food truck. ROCK OUT to a live broadcast by 107.7 The Bone. Plus Batting Cage, Prize Wheel, Giveaways and More! Meet Giants Legend Vida Blue from 11:30 – 12:30. Meet Mascot Lou Seal from 12:30 – 1:30.
5:00 pm: 10th Annual Wine, Chocolate & Beer Festival
The 10th Anniversary Wine, Chocolate, and Beer Festival will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at Newberry Estate Vineyards in beautiful Brentwood, California. If still available, tickets will be available for purchase at the event for $60 each.
For more information, contact CiCi Migay, (925) 360-4672 or email [email protected]
6:00 pm: Rockit Pole Fitness Free Open House
On Saturday, Rockit Pole Fitness, a pole dance based workout studio within the City of Oakley, will be hosting an free Open House from 6-8pm which will include promotional pricing, raffles and demonstrations. They are located at 1625 Main St, Oakley
For more information, visit www.rockitpole.com
6:30 pm: Antioch Speedway
This week’s races include Late Models, A Mods, B Mods, Wingless 360 Springs, Hobby Stocks and Hardtops. Gates open at 5:00 pm with racing starting at 6:30 pm. For more information: http://www.antiochspeedway.com/
8:00 pm: The Ray Charles Project at El Campanil
In tribute to the genius of Ray Charles, a swinging sextet of outstanding Bay Area musicians offers their take on some of the highlights from Ray’s amazing songbook. A band of prominent musicians is perpetuating that legacy and bringing his music to San Francisco. The band is a meeting of elite jazz and blues musicians including 11-time GRAMMY® Award winner and Santana vocalist Tony Lindsay, noted Bay Area guitarist Chris Cain & soul filled vocals from Glenn Walters. A talent-packed rhythm section will back them, including Hammond B-3 player Dave Mathews, bassist DeWayne Pate and drummer Deszon Claiborne. For more info: http://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/the-ray-charles-project.html
May 1:
9:00 am: Basic Civilian Handgun Training Course
Delta Tactical training Group will host a Basic Civilian Handgun Training Course is designed for civilians with little or no experience using handguns, however, we welcome people with all levels of expertise. You will learn basic firearm laws and range safety rules, as well as how to correctly store and transport a firearm. You’ll leave this course with the knowledge and skills you need to safely own and operate a firearm.
For more class dates, visit www.deltatacticalgroup.net or call (925)775-4777
2:00 pm: Alice In Wonderland at El Campanil
Alice In Wonderland is a timeless tale full of whimsy and imagination. The Ballet Company of East County will dazzle audiences with costumes, props and their dancing! For more info: http://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/alice-in-wonderland.html
A little Further Out:
May 3: Opportunity Junction Open House
Learn more about Opportunity Junction and the free job training, career counseling and college assistance programs it offers by attending an Open House on Tuesday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to noon at 3102 Delta Fair Blvd. in Antioch. Anyone interested in the programs — including neighbors, donors, friends and job seekers — can drop by to meet the staff, tour the facilities and enjoy light refreshments. Job seekers who bring a resume will receive a free review and expert advice on ways to sharpen it, and those who sign up in advance will be entered into a raffle for prizes. Go to http://rsvpojopenhouse.eventbrite.com or call Eva at (925) 776-1133 to sign up in advance for the resume review or the Open House. This event coincides with East Bay Gives Day, which is a regional day of charitable giving.
Website: http://www.opportunityjunction.org
May 7: Lynn House “Through My Lens” Exhibit
The 2nd Annual “Through My Lens” exhibit, at the Lynn House Gallery in Antioch, begins May 7th and runs through May 21st. There is no admission fee and the free opening artist reception will be held on Saturday, May 7th from 2-4 PM.
This year, the exhibit focus is our Antioch community and the digital images may be used for promotional efforts by the Arts & Cultural Foundation of Antioch (ACFA), City of Antioch and the Antioch Chamber of Commerce.
The Lynn House Gallery is located at 809 West 1st Street in downtown Antioch (across the street from AMTRAK) and is open from 1-4 PM on Wednesdays and Saturdays during exhibits.
For more information email [email protected] or call Diane Gibson-Gray at (925) 325-9897.
May 14: 3rd Annual Poker Run/Scavenger Hunt
VFW Post 10789 will hold its 3rd Annual Poker Run / Scavenger hunt on May 14th 2016. There is a kids area with jumpy and crafts and games. Raffle prizes for kids and adults, Pancake breakfast and lunch included in event.
All funds raised got to helping Veterans and their families in our district which includes Bethel Island, Oakley, Knightson, Brentwood, Discovery Bay and Byron. Doors open at 8am for Breakfast (757 1st Street, Brentwood), Tickets are $25.00 for individual and $45.00 for a family of 5. For more information, contact Maggie Sandoval at (510) 410-2725
May 14: John Marsh House Guided Hike
The John Marsh Historic Trust announced that on May 14, the public will have a rare opportunity to enjoy a hike through part of the Marsh Creek State Park, usually closed to the public.
Participants may enjoy panoramic views of the area; watch raptors ride the morning thermals; and get a sense of the trees, wildflowers, rock formations and other natural features of the property. The hike is 3 to 4 miles, and includes some moderate elevation gains.
The $20 fee is tax-deductible, and will help support the John Marsh Historic Trust’s efforts to restore John Marsh’s 160-year-old Stone House, and open other parts of the 3,700-acre park to the public.
Event Location & Time:
May 14, 2016 starting at 8:30 am
Marsh Creek State Park & Stone House
21789 Marsh Creek Road Brentwood, CA 94513
May 14: Oakley Chamber of Commerce Wine & Whiskey Event
The Annual Wine and Whiskey Event will be held on May 14th, 2016 at La Grande Event Center. Tickets go on sale in February. Make sure to watch the February newsletter for details as tickets sold out in less than two weeks last year! You do not want to miss this amazing event!
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