Happy Monday,

Hope you all had a happy St. Patrick's Day weekend, seems like a wild weekend with lots of unfortunate incidents from vehicle crashes, shootings to other incidents. But... below is a list of upcoming events through Easter weekend.

Weekend Headlines

• Body Burned, Antioch Police Investigate “Suspicious Death”
• Update: One Person Shot on McClarren Road in Brentwood
• Pedestrian Killed in Antioch Hit-and-Run Collision
• 1 Dead After Vehicle Crash on Franklin Canyon Road in Martinez
• Two in Custody After Shootout With Benicia Police
• 5 Injured in Friday Crash on Vasco Road
• Walnut Creek Assistant City Manager Accepts New Position
• Gun Confiscated on Belshaw Elementary School Campus in Antioch
• Sly Set to Join Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
• The Yard Officially on Brentwood Planning Commission Agenda
• 7 Injured After Vehicle Strikes Tri Delta Bus in Antioch
• Suisun City Council Names Bret Prebula as City Manager
• Sanders Seeks 32-Hour Workweek with No Loss in Pay

Recent Podcasts

March 14 - Mary Knox Talks Domestic Violence

March 12 - Hanna Malak of the American Red Cross

March 11 - Ron Bernal Runs for Mayor of Antioch

UPCOMING EVENTS

March 19

• 5:00 pm - Tuesday Tasting w/Frank Favalora at Smiths Landing (Antioch)

March 21

• 5:00 pm – Antioch Food Truck Thursdays
• 5:00 pm – Concord Historical Society Annual Membership Dinner
• 6:00 pm – CBD live at WiseGirl (Pleasant Hill)
• 6:00 pm – George Cole Trio at Roxx on Main (Martinez)
• 6:00 pm – AC & The Heatwave (funk/foul) at Retro Junkie (Walnut Creek)
• 7:00 pm – Comedy Night at Del Cielo Brewery (Martinez)

March 22

• 5:00 pm – Antioch Chamber of Commerce Gala at the Lone Tree Golf Course and Event Center.
• 5:30 pm – 2000’s Dance Party with DJ Townsend at Hannah Nicole Vineyards: Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie down to the sweet tunes of the 2000s with DJ Townsend! More info - click here
• 5:30 pm – Quattro at Slow Hand BBQ (Martinez)
• 6:00 pm – Surg Monster live at Del Cielo Brewery (Martinez)
• 6:00 pm – Keith & Carol Show at Slow Hand BBQ (Pleasant Hill)
• 6:00 pm – Lee Waterman Trio at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
• 6:00 pm – Going Down (Aerosmith Tribute) + Destroyer (Kiss Tribute) at Retro Junkie (Walnut Creek)
• 7:00 pm – Margaret Niles live at Brentwood CoCo Wine Company
• 7:00 pm – G Spot R&B Band at Monica’s Riverview (Antioch)
• 7:00 pm- Byrds of a Feather at Roxx at Main (Martinez)
• 7:00 pm – Soul Harmony live at WiseGirl (Pleasant Hill)
• 8:00 pm – Dogweed String Band at Brentwood Emporium
• 9:00 pm – Dad Co at Vinnies Bar & Grill (Concord)
• 9:30 pm – The Okay’s (rock covers) at Dan’s Irish Sports Bar (Walnut Creek)

March 23: 

• Pittsburg Easter Egg Hunt Join the Kiwanis Club of Pittsburg and the City of Pittsburg’s Recreation as we celebrate the fun of Easter! The annual Pancake Breakfast and Easter Egg Hunt returns Saturday, March 23, 2024 to its new location of Small World Park!  The fun begins at 8am will the Kiwanians serving up pancakes off the grill for a small donation of $5.00 (ends at 11am).  At 11am, get ready to join your age group and hunt for the treats put out by the Easter bunny. More information: Click Here
• Fishing with My PAL (Pittsburg): We are excited for the return of our highly anticipated event. The morning/afternoon will be filled with Unlimited fishing (Bring your fishing pole), prizes, food and pictures with our famous BOLO. Don't forget your sunscreen and come on out and enjoy this event! More info
• Goodguys 40th All American Get-Together: Grab your family and friends and head on out to the Alameda County Fairgrounds the weekend of March 23-24 for the Goodguys 40th All American Get-Together featuring over 3,000 of the west coast’s baddest American made and powered show cars and trucks of all years on display!  More info – click here
• 12:00 pm: Easter at Serendipity Cellars - Celebrate Easter with Serendipity Cellars on Saturday March 23rd, 2024 from 12:00 – 3:00pm.  Wine will be available to purchase by the glass or bottle.  The Easter bunny will be making his presence for those unforgettable pictures. Each kid ticket includes an Easter basket for them to fill with goodies from the Easter Egg Hunt.  NOTE:  A child is considered anyone 10 years of age and under.  If you have an infant 1 year of age or younger, you do not need a ticket.  Only ticket holders will receive a basket and a wrist band to participate in the activities.  Everyone is welcome to join in the Easter Bunny visits and pictures. More info, click here
• 12:00 pm – Native Elements Reggae at Monica’s Riverview (Antioch)
• 2:00 pm – Key Elements (Latin jazz) at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
• 5:00 pm – Jr Deville at Slow Hand BBQ (Martinez0
• 6:00 pm – Antioch Speedway Races
• 6:00 pm – Jazz Trio w/Michael Cheadle at Monica’s Riverview (Antioch)
• 6:00 pm – Cabanijazz Project (Jazz Series) at Del Cielo Brewery (Martinez)
• 6:00 pm – KFRC at Slow Hand BBQ (Pleasant Hill)
• 6:00 pm – Rod Stewart & The Rolling Stone Tributes at Retro Junkie (Walnut Creek)
• 6:00 pm – Killer Dueling Pianos at Campos Family Vineyards: The incredibly talented and entertaining, Killer Dueling Pianos! It is going to be a high energy, super fun, memorable night! More info
• 6:30 pm – Sip & Slay Makeup Seminar w/Celebrity Arist Mamma Bear at Dale Vino (Pittsburg) Join us for an exciting makeup class where you can sip on your favorite wine while learning the art of slaying your makeup game! Get ready to enhance your beauty skills and have a blast with like-minded makeup enthusiasts. All levels welcome. This special event is hosted by Mamma Bear, Celebrity Make Up artist. Mamma Bear has done makeup for celebrities such as Cardi B, works on various television and music productions, as well as does specialty make up for photoshoots, weddings, birthdays and instructed classes through MAC cosmetics. This special seminar will focus on slaying your everyday
• 7:00 pm – Le Jazz Hot Trio at Roxx on Main (Martinez)
• 7:00 pm – Delta Wires live at WiseGirl (Pleasant Hill)
• 8:00 pm – Blue Moonshine live Music at Brentwood CoCo Wine Company
• 8:00 pm – Def Lepp & Whytesnake at Vinnies Bar & Grill (Concord)
• 8:00 pm – That 1 Guy live at Brentwood Emporium
• 8:00 pm – Patton Leatha Band Ft. Duane Batton at Tailgaters (Antioch)
• 9:30 pm – The Spazmatics (80’s Party) at Dan’s Irish Sports Bar (Walnut Creek)

March 24

• 8:00 am: Goodguys 40th All American Get-Together - Grab your family and friends and head on out to the Alameda County Fairgrounds the weekend of March 23-24 for the Goodguys 40th All American Get-Together featuring over 3,000 of the west coast’s baddest American made and powered show cars and trucks of all years on display – click here
• 12:00 pm -- Contra Costa Winegrowers Spring Wine Tasting Trolley Tour: The Contra Costa Winegrowers Association host its Spring Wine Tasting Trolley Tour will be held on March 24. The event will be held from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm with 6 locations and 8 wineries.  The event is $120 per ticket where you will enjoy wine, small bites, live music and the opportunity to hop on and off trolley rides. Contra Costa Winegrowers Association is proud to present the Spring Wine Tasting Trolley Tour. Meet the winemakers, vintners, and sample wines from barrels and bottles. Take the opportunity to purchase futures and bottles for your very own wine cellar. The best way to enjoy this beautiful wine country is aboard the wine trolley. Trolleys loop around to stops every 20 minutes, and last pick up is at 4:45 p.m.. Must be 21+/over to attend. Tickets are purchased by selecting your starting location (click here to purchase)
• 12:00 pm - McCauley Estate Vineyards Wine & Dine (Brentwood)
• 2:00 pm – Michelle Lambert Live for Sunday Sessions at Smiths Landing (Antioch)
• 2:00 pm – Folk Legacy Trio at El Campanil Theatre (Antioch)
• 2:00 pm – Adrian West Band (Folk/Rock) at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
• 2:00 pm – Plant and Sip with Herbs at Dale Vino (Pittsburg): Come make your own potted arrangement with master gardener Shawna Anderson. This all levels all ages event will use fresh herbs and is sure to be just as fun as the previous plant and sips. Enjoy both all day-happy hour pricing and brunch. Pre-sale tickets required. Purchase HERE
• 8:00 pm – Haunt + Hellfire + Tanith at Brentwood Emporium

March 26

• 5:00 pm – winemakers Dinner w/Campos Family Vineyards at Smiths Landing (Antioch)

March 28

• 6:00 pm – Dave Bell & Cecilia Long Duo at Roxx on Main (Martinez)
• 6:00 pm – Tommy, Dave & The Chandeliers with Randy Hayes at WiseGirl (Pleasant Hill)
• 6:00 pm – Mercy Terrace, My Evergreen Soul & His4Hector live at Retro Junkie (Walnut Creek)
• 6:30 pm – R&B Night w/DJ Koolen at Dale Vino (Pittsburg)

March 29

• 5:30 pm – 5^th Friday with Garage Land Rodeo at Slow Hand BBQ (martinez)
• 6:00 pm – Lavender Fields Live at Monica’s Riverview (Antioch)
• 6:00 pm – Salvage Title live at Del Cielo Brewery (Martinez)
• 6:00 pm - Hawaiian Royalty Music (reggae, lovers rock) at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
• 6:00 pm – Emo Kids + Used to Be Valentines at Retro Junkie (Walnut Creek)
• 7:00 pm – Tim Cecchini Live at Brentwood CoCo Wine Company
• 7:00 pm – Hipster Jazz with Deborah Del Mastro at Roxx on Main (Martinez)
• 7:00 pm – Quattro live at WiseGirl (Pleasant Hill)
• 8:00 pm - Friday night Live at Smiths Landing Featuring Project 4 Band
• 8:00 pm – Mourning Mountains The Cruelty & Blue Indeed at Vinnies Bar & Grill (Concord)
• 9:00 pm – Dear You: Emo Night at Brentwood Emporium
• 9:30 pm – Superbad (rock covers) at Dan’s Irish Sports Bar (Walnut Creek)

March 30: 

• 8:00 am: Antioch Rotary Bunny Hop 5k - Join the Antioch Rotary Club for its Bunny Hop 5K race on March 30, 2024–the day before Easter The Start/Finish Area is within Corteva Wetlands. You must park at the Antioch Marina Parking Lot and walk about 3/4 miles into the Race Site. The Awards & Kids Dash will be at the Antioch Marina Site. To sign up… click here
• 9:00 am: Discovery Bay Easter Egg Hunt: Discovery Bay Lions Club Eggstravaganza: Join the Discovery Bay Lions Club for their annual spectacular Easter Egg Hunt at the Discovery Bay Community Center. More information, www.discoverybaylions.com
• 10:00 am Martinez Egg Hunt at the Martinez Waterfront: Come join the fun and merriment at the Waterfront Park Field in Martinez. The Hunt will begin at 10AM sharp, so be ready for an egg-citing good time! For more information and registration, click here.
• 11:00 am – Antioch Eggstravaganza + Recreation Expo: join us for the 3^rd Annual Eggstravaganza and Recreation Expo at the Antioch Water Park. Participate in land AND water egg hunts, take part in spring crafts, and play games with staff! Don’t forget to view our activity showcase for upcoming and ongoing classes, take part in demonstrations and so much more when you and your family attend this eggcellent event! Purchase A Ticket Here: AntiochWaterPark.com
• 12:00 pm – Antioch Rivertown Easter Egg Extravaganza: Easter Egg Hunt + pictures with the Easter Bunny at 3:00 pm. This is an Easter Egg Hunt with the downtown Merchants from store-to-store.
• 12:00 pm: Spring Brews Festival 2024 (Concord): The 13th Annual Spring Brews Festival brings over 60 world class craft breweries to Downtown Concord, CA. with live music, food and more!  The Brewing Network’s Spring Brews Festival returns to Todos Santos Plaza in Concord to celebrate its 13th year as one of the best craft beer festivals in the Bay Area! Get ready to get outside for a great day in the park with a lineup of the best craft beer in California. We’ve also got the live music and great food that you’ve come to expect from us! Tickets are $65. This is a 21 and over only event. Everyone must purchase a ticket to enter. Designated Driver tickets are available. Tickets — click here
• 2:00 pm – Primavera Latin Jazz Band at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
• 5:00 pm – Kiwanis Club of the Delta-Antioch Annual Tri Tip Dinner: Join the Kiwanis Club of the Delta-Antioch for its annual Romano Marchetti memorial Tri-Tip & Chicken dinner on Saturday, March 30, 2024. The event is held at the VFW Hall at 815 Fulton Shipyard in Antioch, CA. For more information or tickets, contact Angel Luevano (925) 813-2547 or Allison Norris (925) 642-5404
• 5:30 pm – Howell Devine at Slow Hand BBQ (Martinez)
• 6:00 pm - Live Paella Party at Hannah Nicole Vineyards: Live Paella Party on March 30th, 2024. You’ll be treated to a show as Havana’s chefs cook up the holy grail of Spanish cuisine: Paella! Tickets - click here
• 6:00 pm – Baycoin Beats at Monica’s Riverview (Antioch)
• 6:00 pm – Matthew Dunley at Slow Hand BBQ (Pleasant Hill)
• 6:00 pm – DJ Night Tropical Edition live at Del Cielo Brewing (Martinez)
• 6:00 pm – Mirage (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) and Petty Rocks (Tom Petty Tribute) at Retro Junkie (Walnut Creek)
• 6:00 pm – Comedy Night at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
• 7:00 pm – Bay Connection Trio at Roxx on Main (Martinez)
• 7:00 pm – Ticket to Ride live at WiseGirl (Pleasant Hill)
• 8:00 pm - Blues Healers Live at Brentwood CoCo Wine Company
• 8:00 pm – The Full House Band live at Tailgaters (Antioch)
• 8:00 pm – Beerfest Afterpart w/Mitch Polzak at Vinnies Bar & Grill (Concord)
• 9:30 pm – Notorious (rock and dance covers) at Dan’s Irish Sports Bar (Walnut Creek)

March 31

• 9:00 am – Easter Brunch at Lone Tree Golf Course (Antioch): multiple seating times, for reservations please call (925) 706-4232 – prepayment required -- more info
• 2:00 pm – Easter Diner Soul Food Sunday + Easter Egg Hunt at Dale Vino (Pittsburg): Resident specialty Chef Michelle is bringing the soul to Easter, and every last Sunday of the month! Tickets for this beautiful Easter brunch include your first glass of bubbles, wine or beer, robust, outstanding buffet,  plus deluxe dessert and candy bar. Tickets and FULL MENU HERE. Reserved tickets required.
• 2:00 pm – Fake Melody Trio (jazz) at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
• 4:00 pm - DJ Eden at Monica’s Riverview (Antioch)

Full Event Calendar -- click here

Thanks again for all the support,

Mike B.

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