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Oct. 17-18: East County Events

by ECT
 Here is a look at this weekends events in East Contra Costa County which include Antioch, Brentwood and Oakley for the weekend. There are two fishing tournaments that kickoff right at sunrise while there are plenty of other family friendly events for everyone.
Hope to see you around town this weekend.

Dans-Delta-OutdoorsOctober 17: Dan’s Delta Outdoors Striper Series
The event will launch around 6:30 am at Big Break Marina in Oakley off Big Break Road. This catch and release tournament is the 2nd of 3 events. Registration 5 to 6 am target draw and blast off right at first light.
ALL BOATS must leave from Big Break Marina.
For more info, call 925) 234-7836


October 17: Brentwood Farmers MarketBrentwood-Farmers-Market

The Brentwood Farmers’ Market on is open on Saturday from 8am to 12pm, Oak St. and First St.  New this year – they have expanded around the corner onto Oak St.

The season will run from March 7, 2015 to November 21, 2015.

 


encounter_canoesOctober 14-26: Tall Shop to Visit Antioch

Antioch, Calif. – The tall ship Lady Washington, the official ship of the state of Washington, will stop at the Antioch City Marina October 14-26 and offer hands-on history experiences, tours, and public excursions. The ship is a replica of one of the first U.S.-flagged vessels to explore the west coast of North America.

From its home port in Grays Harbor, Wash., Lady Washington visits ports in California throughout the school year, delivering education programs to 4th, 5th, and 6th graders.

Here’s the ship’s public schedule.

  • 10/15-16: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., walk-on tours, $3 per person donation requested.
  • 10/17-18: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., walk-on tours, $3 per person donation requested.
  • 10/17: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Adventure Sail, $39-$47.
  • 10/18: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Encounters & Explorations (special event), $39-$47.
  • 10/20-23: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., walk-on tours, $3 per person donation requested.
  • 10/24-25: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., walk-on tours, $3 per person donation requested.
  • 10/24-25: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Adventure Sail, $39-$47.

On October 18, Lady Washington will present “Encounters & Explorations: Echoes of Early Expeditions.” Join members of California Indian tribes and a historian from Fort Ross State Historic Park for a round-table discussion of the impact of early European and American exploration of the west coast on indigenous people. The three-hour sailing experience takes place aboard Lady Washington and includes demonstrations of tall ship handling, sea shanty singing, and maritime storytelling.

Adventure Sails are family-oriented experiences featuring opportunities for guests to take the helm of a real tall ship, conditions permitting. Tickets for all sails, including Encounters & Explorations, are available at www.historicalseaport.org, or by calling 800-200-5239. Excursion prices are $47 adults, $39 children 12 and under. Walk-on tours are by donation. No reservations for walk-on are required.

The 2015 stopover coincides with Delta Thunder VI powerboat races on the Sacramento River October 17-18.

Launched in 1989 for Washington State’s centennial, Lady Washington is a U.S. Coast Guard-inspected passenger vessel that has appeared in several motion pictures and television programs, including the 2003 Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.


 

October 17: 8th Annual Holiday Boutique
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
The American Legion Auxiliary presents its 8th annual holiday boutique at Brentwood Veterans Hall, 757 1st St., in Brentwood, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Spaces still available to sell your crafts, hobby, collectibles, scrapbooking, beauty products and more. First table is $25, second table $5.

Event benefits Girls State, scholarships, veterans and the community. For more information, call Dolly at 925-634-3715.


Heritage-DayOctober 17: Stone House Heritage Day
The John Marsh Historic Trust invites you to a free event on October 17 at the Marsh Creek State Park (21789 Marsh Creek Road & Vintage Parkway) between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The event will allow the public to get a rare chance to see the historic, 159-year-old John Marsh Stone House inside and out. The free event will also feature presentations on the historic, natural and cultural wonders of the 3,700-acre park located near Brentwood.

In addition to the look inside the house, visitors will enjoy period music provided by the Brentwood

Concert Band and a hike through some of the parks 3,700 acres usually closed to the public. The event will also include displays, performances and presentations focused on the history of the site.

For more information on Heritage Day, visit www.johnmarshhouse.com


City-of-OakleyOctober 17:  Oakley Harvest Festival
The City of Oakley will host the Annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 17th from 12:00 ‐ 4:00 p.m. at Civic Center Plaza, 3231 Main Street. Admission is FREE. Bring your child or doggie in costume to march in the parade.

Brought back by popular demand, is the “Pie Eating Contest.” A continued favorite includes the pumpkin contest. Bring your pre‐carved pumpkin and showcase your creativity and carving skills. Activities will include: glitter tattoos, giant slide, music, arts & crafts, food and more than 30 local vendors.

Schedule of Events:
Noon – 4pm All vendors open
12:15 – Jabris Ruckers’ dance students perform
12:30 – East County Performing Arts dance students perform
1:00 – Canine Costume Parade
1:30 – Costume parade (children and adults)
2:00 – Pie Eating Contest
3:00 – Pumpkin judging contest


cypress-halloweenOctober 18: Cypress Veterinary Hospital Open House
Come join us at Cypress for our Open House! You will get a chance to tour the hospital and learn about various products, equipment, and treatments.

The event is located at 2037 Main Street in Oakley and is being held between 11:00 -2:00 pm

We will also be having a Pet Costume Contest — all contestants must be entered by 12 PM. There will be educational booths available, chances to win prizes, and free food!


 

October 17: Los Vaqueros Tarantula Run
The eighth Los Vaqueros Tarantula Run is set for Saturday, Oct. 17 with a half-marathon, 10K, 5K and a “spider scramble” for kids.

This is the largest event of the year at Los Vaqueros, and we’re looking forward to it.

Brazen Racing will again be managing the event. They have a reputation for putting on fun, family-oriented trail races, and we’re looking forward to working with them again.

The hilly courses for the various races will be unchanged from last year. All the races will start and finish at the Kellogg Creek Picnic area on the north side of the watershed near Brentwood.

Why is it called the Tarantula Run? October is the time of the year the normally reclusive male tarantulas are looking for mates. Many runners see tarantulas on the trails. Tarantulas are harmless and large, for a spider, usually a bit smaller than your fist.


 

Delta-Thunder-2015-Car-ShowOct 17-18: Delta Thunder VI Returns to Antioch

You are invited to attend the Delta Thunder IV boat races this weekend where they will host the powerboat Championship and car show.

The event is being hosted by the Antioch Rivertown Jamboree and Celebrate Antioch Foundation while being sponsored by the Midnighters Nor Cal car club.

The event will feature a car show on Saturday (2nd & G Street) in front of City Hall while there will be a boat show at the Antioch Marina. The event will also feature the Gary Agopian Memorial Race.

For more information visit www.celebrateantioch.org

 


Hook-line-and-sinkerOctober 18: Hook Line & Sinker Bass Tournament Series

The Hook, Line & Sinker bass tournament circuit is a low cost circuit for the amateur angler. The entry fee of $70 per team includes cash awards for the top 7 teams, plaques for the top 5 teams in each tournament and a hot dog BBQ after each tournament.

At each tournament we also have a young angler raffle for our participants age 16 and under. A portion of the entry fee is also used to host the Tournament of Champions and tri-trip BBQ for the anglers at the end of each year. This is a great place to start if you want to fish professional tournaments or if you just want to have fun!

You can pick up your Team Entry Form at 3100 Main Street Oakley or by calling (925) 625-2441. The tournament will be held at Russo’s Marina in Bethel Island.

For more information, visit www.hookproshop.com


 

ElCampanilTheatre.AdpgOctober 18: El Campanil Volunteer Orientation
Volunteers are an important aspect of the El Campanil Theatre. Special events, rentals and in-house productions are all a part of the volunteer experience. There are many opportunities to help the Theatre with a variety of events and times! All persons age 15 and older are welcome to participate in our volunteer program.

Volunteers are required to fill out the Volunteer Application and will be contacted to participate in one training session. Training sessions will be held throughout the year and attendance at one is required before participation can begin.


Oct. 22: K & Co Family Jewelers Presents Whiskey and Watches

ThWiskey-&-Watches-K-and-Cois event is an exclusive 2-hour in store event showcasing K & Co’s vast collection of fine timepieces as well as provide a time to sip some whiskey and learn more about the watch industry. Many people only have a surface understanding of fine watches and watchmaking based on the mass media.

K & Co. intends to teach their consumers about the differences from manufacturers as well as understanding key features that are exclusive to certain brands.

The evening is sure to be great event to bring the guys out for.

K & Co Family Jewelers
741 2nd Street, Brentwood, Phone: 925-626-5090
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.kandcofamilyjewelers.com
Facebook: K & Co Family Jewelers


booville_color-(2)October 24: Booville 2015
Join Discovery Bay Elementary School for Booville event for all on Oct. 24 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

The event will feature a puppet show (2:45pm), inflatable slide and obstacle course, mystery train ride, party line express trackless train (4-6pm) and entertainment from John Gardener starting at 3:50pm to 4:50pm. Wristband presale is $20 (PTA), $25 non-PTA online or $30 at the door.

Purchase tickets online at: PTAVENUE.com / org code DBAYPTA.

For more information contact Valerie Umana (630) 640-6529 or email [email protected]


Holday BoutiqueOctober 24: Holiday Boutique

The Calvary Open Bible Church is hosting a Holiday Boutique on Oct. 24 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm located at 1200 Putnam St in Antioch.

The event is free to the public to attend.

 

 


Brentwood-Chairty-GolfOctober 24: Brentwood Police Department Explorer Charity Golf Tournament

Join the Brentwood Police Department for its charity golf tournament at Shadow Lakes Golf Club on October 24. The cost is $400 per team which include green fees, cart, lunch, range balls, on-course beverages and prices. The tournament will also include the following contest:

  • Closest to the pin
  • Longest Drive
  • Best Dressed.

To register, or for more information or sponsorship’s, please contact Officer M. Brouillette at [email protected] or (925) 634-6911.


Hot-Rod-4-PawsOctober 24: Hot Rods 4 Paws
Join the Kings Antioch Car Club from 10:00am to 2:00 pm for their car show which includes music, vendors, rescue organizations and more—including a pet costume contest. All vehicles are welcome. The event will be held at Petco Animal Supplies located at 5481 Lone Tree Way in Brentwood. Registration is $25 or a large bag of dog or cat food.

Pre-register at www.furryfriendsfoodre.winx.com/fffr


12141506_418930084962836_8980921010186343117_nOctober 24:  The Howl-O-Weenie Mutt Strut 2015

The 3rd Annual Howl-O-Weenie Mutt Strut is coming back to Antioch Animal Services [300 L Street, Antioch, CA] from 11:00am to 4:00pm. The main events this year include a Monster Mash Dance Off, A Decorated Pumpkin Contest and a Halloween Pet Costume Parade!

The Costume Parade will start at 11:45am! Prizes will be awarded for Most Unique Pet Costume. Best Family Costume, Look-a-Like Pet/Owner Costume, Best Green Costume, Cutest Dressed Costume and Scariest Costume!

All dogs MUST be on a leash to participate! Cats and other pets are welcomed as well.

Be sure to decorate a pumpkin at home and bring it to the Decorated Pumpkin Contest! The first 50 participants at this year’s Mutt Strut will receive a goodie bag! As always, this event is ***FREE**** and open to the public! There will be vendors, food, contests and raffle prizes!


james GarnersOctober 24:  James Garner’s  Tribute to Johnny Cash
TWO PERFORMANCES
Saturday October 24, 2015  2:00 pm
Saturday October 24, 2015  8:00 pm

James Garner’s Tribute to Johnny Cash celebrates the life and music of the Man in Black with strong conviction and stunning accuracy. Garner and his band faithfully recreate Cash’s biggest hits, such as Folsom Prison Blues, I Walk the Line and Ring of Fire, and incorporate historical accounts and personal anecdotes about America’s most beloved singing storyteller in this not-to-be-missed musical event.

The show is a fun, classy and toe-tapping trip down memory lane honoring Johnny Cash’s life and music, and the boom-chicka-boom sound of his longtime backing band, the Tennessee Three. Click here for tickets.


Kids-Fishing-DerbyOctober 24: The 28th Annual Kids Free Fishing Derby

You are invited to join the California West Delta Chapters Striped Bass Association Kids Fishing Derby at the Antioch Marina between 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

The event for ages 7-14 and kids must bring their own fishing rod.

To participate, kids must be registered by 10:45 am.

Free bait, lunch and drink’s will be provided along with derby entry.


ectDOTnet adOctober 25: Streets of Brentwood Halloween Spooktacular & Adoption Event
The Contra Costa Humane Society invites you for a howling fun-filled time at The Streets of Brentwood for a pet & owner Duo/Family Costume Contest.

You and your pet should DRESS-to-IMPRESS the judges as a unit for a chance to win:

$50 Mel’s Gift Card – 1st Place
$25 AMC Gift Card – 2nd Place
$10 Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Gift Card – 3rd Place

There are multiple catagories from cutest, funniest, creepiest and most inventive.  To download an entry form, click here.  http://mallimages.mallfinder.com/images/PDFs/TSOBContestEntrySheet2015.pdf


BrownstoneOctober 31: Brownstone Gardens Hosts October Open Garden Photo Shoot
Join Brownstone Gardens between 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at 91 Brownstone Road in Oakley where they invite you to bring your own photographer and snap photographs with their facility as a backdrop. This year, they are inviting you to bring a custom, pumpkins.

Each person who delivers a carved pumpkin on Friday, Sept. 30 between 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm will be entered into a drawing for 2-tickets to Disneyland. 1 entry per pumpkin. 1 carved pumpkin per person.

They will also have a best pumpkin contest and a best costume contest.

For more information, visit Brownstone Gardens Facebook Page.


APD-HalloweenOctober 31: Trick or Treat with Antioch Police

The Antioch Police Department would like to invite you to a free fun, and safe Halloween event from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Antioch Police Department Community Room located at 300 L Street in Antioch.

Antioch Police, K9 officers, Swat Team Members and others will be on site handing out goodies and hosting fun activities.

Recommended for 3-months to 12-years-old.

Please no offensive costumes or replica weapons.

 


Pittsburg 5krunOctober 31: Pittsburg Halloween 5k Fun Run

Join us for our Halloween 5k Fun Run along the Pittsburg Marina!  Adults and children are invited to participate. For extra fun, we will have a costume contest so be sure to run or walk in your costume! Family-friendly costume required. Runners in inappropriate attire will be denied entry.

Youth participating in kids run/walk will receive a participant ribbon. Medallions will be presented to the first three finishers in the 5K.  Post event activities will be held at Buckley Square/Old Town Plaza!

WHERE: John Buckley Square/Old Town Plaza
Railroad Ave. & 6th St., Pittsburg

Early Registration ends 9/30/15 – $25
Late Registration (October 1-24) – $30
Last-Minute Registration (Oct. 25-Race Day) – $35

Race bib and T-shirt included in Pre-Registration price. Extra fee for breathable shirt ($12).
*T-Shirt not guaranteed for race day registration

Kids 12 & Under Run/Walk – $10 (Pre-registration encouraged)

To register or for more information, visit www.ci.pittsburg.ca.us/funrun


Pitt-Halloween-BashOctober 31: Halloween Bash  at Small World Park
Come to Small World Park for the Halloween Bash and Pumpkin Patch from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday October 31. Kids can trick or treat in a safe environment, and all amusement park rides are free during the event. The entire park will be decorated for a festive and fun event for all. Enjoy live music, magic shows, pony rides and a 2 p.m. costume parade.

The park is located at 2573 Harbor Street in Pittsburg. Admission is $4 for adults, $2 for kids 10 and under. Kids ages 10 & under admitted FREE with a canned good donation to the local food bank. The first 800 kids ages 10 & under take home a free plastic jack o’ lantern pail.

Food and beverages are available for purchase. Special presentation by the Pittsburg Community Theatre. For information, call (925) 252-4842. Event sponsored by the City of Pittsburg.

Click link for event flyer:  Halloween Bash and Pumpkin Patch


December 12:  Wreaths Across America 2015
For the first time the Union Cemetery in Brentwood will be participating in Wreaths Across America Wreath Laying Ceremony on Saturday, December 12 at 9AM.

This ceremony is coordinated by Anne Loucks Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution with support of the Veterans of Foreign War Post 10789 and the Union Cemetery.  The event is open to the public.  We hope to be able to place wreaths on all 300 veterans’ graves.  Wreaths are ordered from Wreaths Across America located in Maine and are delivered the day before the ceremony.  We are reaching out to the community to purchase a wreath(s) to donate.

Anne Loucks Chapter, NSDAR and VFW Post 10789 are participating as fundraising groups (all funds will be used for purchasing wreaths).  Wreaths can be purchased directly through wreathsacrossamerica.org and VFW Post 10789 (www.vfw10789.org), Commander Steve Todd (415) 722-0923.  You can also contact location coordinator Diane McLean at (925) 858-9075 for more information.


 To add your event, email [email protected]

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