August 9: San Pablo Writers Group 5-7pm. Always wanted to be an author? Meet with the writer’s group to learn and share with like-minded folks. Ages 18 and up. San Pablo Library 2300 El Portal Dr., Suite D, San Pablo. 510-374-3998. AUGUST 9: LEGO STAY AND PLAY 3:30 - 5pm. Listen to stories and songs while playing with Legos, Duplos, and more. (**WARNING** LEGO parts are a choking hazard for children 3 and under.) Program sponsored by the Friends of the El Sobrante Library. El Sobrante Library, 4191 Appian Way, El Sobrante. 510-374-3991. August 9: Rodeo Monthly Friends Meeting 7:30pm. Come be involved in the monthly meeting of the Friends of the Rodeo Library. 220 Pacific Ave, Rodeo. 510-799-2606. August 9: IMIGRATION LAWYER 7pm. Meet with an immigration attorney for a free, one-on-one, confidential consultation. This event is for adults age 18 years and older. First come, first served. Hercules Library, 109 Civic Dr., 510-245-2420. August 12: 15th Annual Concert Series in Historic Downtown Point Richmond 5:30-6:30pm. Kenya B Trio (Jazzy Blues & Funk) kenyabmusic.com. 6:45-7:45pm. Patrón Latin Rhythms (Latin) patronmusicrocks.com. Local restaurants are open on concert nights, offering a wide array of cuisine. We feature art by The Arts of Point Richmond, face painting for children, and dancing in the street. Park Place and Washington Avenue in historic downtown Point Richmond. 68 MARKETPLACEcontracosta.com August 2016 August 13: Bark For Life of Point Isabel, a Relay For Life of El Cerrito Event 10am-1pm. At Bark For Life of Point Isabel canines and their human companions walk around a track to fight cancer, celebrate cancer survivors and remember lost loved ones. The American Cancer Society’s Bark For Life is a fundraising event honoring the life-long contributions of our Canine Caregivers. The American Cancer Society Bark For Life is an irresistible way to partner with your canine best friend, smile, and make new friends canine & human. Point Isabel Regional Shoreline, 270 Isabel Street, Richmond. August 15 & 29: Write Club 6pm. Write Club meets the second and fourth Monday at the Crockett Library from 6pm to 7:45. Flash fiction/non-fiction or poetry. Led by timed exercises using prompts. No homework, pure instant freedom to just write fun, nutty, respectful to share or not share. Bring notebook and pen. Crockett Library, 991 Loring Ave., Crockett. 510-787-2345. August 16: West County Classics Book Club 6:30–8pm. Join us for a lively discussion of classical literature. Each month we cover a different title. Ages 18 and up. San Pablo Library 2300 El Portal Dr., Suite D, San Pablo. 510-374-3998. August 17: Hooks & Needles 6pm. Age Group: Adults, Seniors. Come knit something warm with us now on the third Wednesday of every month. Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole Valley Road, Pinole. 510-758-2741. August 17: Pet Show: From Germs to Giraffes 3-4:30pm. Design your own pet at the library! After reading Pet Show! by Ezra Jack Keats, we’ll discuss micro and macro animals and some their characteristics and local habitats. Participants will create their own animal from a variety of craft supplies and each pet
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