Here is a look at the local events in East Contra Costa County this weekend:
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.
8:00 am Hook Line & Sinker Customer Appreciation
On July 23-24 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the event will have raffles which include firearms, fishing gear and more.
There will also be a Tri-tip BBQ, kids trout pond (ages 5-14). First 100 kids get a free pancake breakfast.
According to Hook Line and Sinker, they will have a gun safe extravaganza with incredible pricing. There will also be demonstrations and multiple activities.
Hook Line & Sinker has a variety of fishing rods, reels, and tackle. It also has guns and ammunition. Reloading equipment, gun safes along with hunting and fishing apparel.
If you go:
Hook Line & Sinker
3100 Main Street, #260
Oakley, CA
925-625-2441
www.hookproshop.com
8:00 am: Chichibu Park Japanese Garden/Pagoda Restoration
This is a celebration of an Eagle Project to restore the Japanese Garden and Pagoda at Chichibu Park by Tyler Wright who chose this project because of his love for our Sister City Chichibu, Japan. They have been working with the city of Antioch to restore the 40 year old plaques donated by our Sister City and desecrated by vandals and recreate the beautiful Rock River. We will also be cleaning and repainting the Pagoda. If you have time to come help, we’d love to have you.
The event is from 8:00 am to noon at 3241 G St, Antioch, California
10:00 am: Clear the Shelters Event
Local animal shelters in Antioch and Contra Costa County will be joining shelters nationwide for one day to #cleartheshelters.
All adoption fees will be waived for any adoptable animal at the shelter on July 23rd between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at 300 L Street in Antioch.
All of the wonderful animals of Antioch will be spayed/neutered, microchipped and vaccinated prior to going to their qualified forever homes. Please join staff and volunteers for a day of fun, a day of adoptions and help #cleartheshelters.
6:00 pm Antioch Summer Concert Series (Free)
Once again Waldie Plaza in downtown Antioch will be the place to be on Saturday nights in July and August (excluding 7/2nd due to the holiday) for free concerts by the river.
The Antioch Free Saturday Summer Concert Series continues with Nicky D/The Extreme All-stars, Old School, in downtown Antioch at Waldie Plaza located between G & I Streets (by Antioch City Hall off of 2nd Street).
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and visit a downtown restaurant before the concert or bring a light meal/snack from home. Waldie Plaza is a designated park and park rules apply (no alcohol, dogs on leash, etc.).
6:30 pm: Antioch Speedway:
You are invited to watch racing Saturday night at the Antioch Speedway with six divisions which include Wingless 360 Sprints, Late Models, Limited Late Models, Dwarf Cars, B Mods, Hobby Stocks. Gates open at 5:00 pm and racing begins at 6:30 pm.
For more information, visit: www.antiochspeedway.com
Sunday July 24
El Campanil: International Film Showcase Presents Accused (Netherlands)
Lucia de B. (original title)
Sunday July 24, 2016 2:00 pm
A psychological thriller, based on one of the most controversial court cases in the Netherlands. Lucia, a nurse, is sentenced to life imprisonment for allegedly having killed at least seven babies and elderly people. Then the young assistant DA responsible discovers evidence that may prove her innocence.
For more information, visit: http://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/accused.html
A Little Further Out
July 31: Antioch Rivertown Celebrates Exclusive Local Wines
Join the Save the Yard as they host wine tasting at the Antioch Historical Museum located at 1500 W 4th Street in Antioch from 2:00 -5:00 pm. This is a fundraise for the Save the Yard/Town Square Initiative. The event features wine tasting, hors d’ oeuvres, music, raffles and a museum tour.
Tickets are available at Jim Lanters State Farm insurance, and Oddly Unique on G street, as well as East County insurance on Tregallas. The Museum will be open, and all wines are local.
You may also call Connie Komar at (925) 595-1911
August 2: Pittsburg Police National Night Out
The Pittsburg Police Department invites you to join us for National Night Out 2016! This free event will be held at Small World Park on August 2nd from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
August 2: Contra Costa County Sheriff National Night Out
The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff looks forward to taking part in National Night Out events throughout the county on Tuesday, August 2, 2016. It is an excellent opportunity for Office of the Sheriff staff to meet the residents and communities that we serve.
For information on National Night Out events in unincorporated Contra Costa County, please contact the station house Crime Prevention Specialist in your area:
Delta Station – Discovery Bay, Bethel Island, Byron, Knightsen
A. Fontenot, (925) 634-0585
August 6: Antioch Rivertown Wine Walk
Join local businesses for a relaxing afternoon of Shopping & Sipping! They will have a sidewalk sale and additional vendors downtown! Over 10 businesses pouring local wines & offering snacks! Tickets Available at G St. Mercantile for Just $8 or $6 online until August 1st or sold out. For more info, visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1242498799126289/
August 13: Hannah Nicole Vineyards Concert Series
Fleetwood Mac’s music is both timeless and wonderful. The sign of great music is that it endures the test of time and sounds just as fresh as the day it was released. Think of the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, the list goes on and on…and Fleetwood Mac owns the 8th bestselling album of ALL time, 34.0 million copies sold worldwide…RUMOURS, Amazing music by amazingly talented musicians.
Hannah Nicole is excited to bring you Fleetwood Mask – A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac. What better setting than at Brentwoods voted “Best Winery”. The weather will be spectacular, food vendor on-site and wine avaialble for purchase. Sit back and enjoy the music or get your dancing shoes on! This evening promises to be another night to remember here at Hannah Nicole Vineyeards & Winery.
Wine Club Member tickets available at $25 and Non-Wine Club Member tickets at $30, no refunds. Tickets available for purchase only online. BBQ Slider plates from Simply Catererd & Wine will be available for purchase this evening. Doors will open at 6:30pm. Event is for guests 21 and older only please.
For more info & tickets: click here.
August 20: Brentwood Bark in the Park Dog Parade
Join the BANC Committee on August 20 where they will host the annual Bark in the Park event. More info coming soon.
If you would like your event included: email [email protected]
