at 59 Arlington Avenue. By tradition, the sale will coincide with the
Spring Carnival at Kensington Hilltop Elementary. This spring, the sale
will feature not only books, but a trove of vinyl LP discs from a local
collector.
MAY 12: BOOKITUDE BOOK CLUB
34:30 pm. Come for the inaugural meeting of Bookitude, a book club
specially designed for 4th-5th grade girls and their moms or other
adult companion. The selection for May is The Tail of Emily Windsnap
by Liz Kessler. Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
MAY 13: PANCAKE BREAKFAST
8am. Free. Our Savior Lutheran Church, 3110 Avis Way, Pinole.
MAY 13: PANCAKE BREAKFASTS ABOARD THE RED OAK
VICTORY SHIP
9-1pm. Treat yourself and the whole family to a hearty and delicious
breakfast while enjoying a beautiful view of the San Francisco city
skyline and bay. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon,
apple slices, and coffee or juice. The price also includes a self-guided
tour of the entire ship while aboard this historic World War 2 Navy
ship. There is also a gift shop to explore. Adults: $12 Children 8 and
under: $5. Mimosas $3 each or two for $5. For more information call
510-237-2933. Located at 1337 Canal Blvd. Basin #5, Richmond.
redoakvictory.us
MAY 14: WII
3-4pm. Hey teens! Play Smash Brothers, Wii Sports, and more, at the
San Pablo Library! Bring your friends! For teens ages 13-17.
San Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
MAY 14: GENEALOGY WORKSHOP
6pm. Curious about your family history? Want help with completing
your family tree? Volunteers from the Contra Costa County
Genealogical Society will be available to help you use HeritageQuest,
the library’s new Genealogy program as well as other resources to
discover more about your family history! Registration suggested as
space is limited, please call the Hercules Library at 510-245-2420.
MAY 15: CLASSIC BOOK CLUB
6:30pm. Join us for a lively discussion of classical literature. Each
month we cover a different title of a classic novel. Meetings are held
on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the San Pablo Library. Contact
the library for the current month’s title. San Pablo Library, 13751 San
Pablo Ave, San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
MAY 15: MCE COMMUNITY CHOICE ENERGY PRESENTATION/
Q&A
6:30pm. El Cerrito & adjacent communities: did you know that MCE’s
Light Green option costs 2-5% less than PG&E, effective March 1st??
Come by to learn more about your energy options with MCE, the notfor
profit, community-owned agency that provides electricity from
more renewable sources. El Cerrito Library, 6510 Stockton Ave.,
510-526-7512.
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MAY 16: BIKE FESTIVAL!
3pm. Kids, Bring your bicycle to the library for fun activities including
a mini slalom, simple repairs, safety tips, and more. The El Cerrito
Police will be sharing information about bicycles (and showing off their
patrol bikes!) This is a free event open to all. El Cerrito Library.
MAY 17: TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG) MEETING
4:30-5:30pm. Plan teen programs for your library! Help with displays!
Eat junk food! Get community service hours! San Pablo Library,
13751 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
MAY 18: FILM NIGHT, DOCUMENTARY
5:30pm. We will screen “Old Thieves: The Legend of Artegio,” 90
min (2007) by Everardo González. In Spanish with English subtitles.
Interviews of a group of former thieves, now in their sixties, in and
around Mexico City, including ‘El Carrizo’ whose robbery of the
President’s palace made him a celebrity. Rodeo Library,
220 Pacific Ave, 510-799-2606.
MAY 19: ANNUAL BOOK INVENTORY BIG SALE AT RICHMOND
PUBLIC LIBRARY
12noon-5pm. It’s time for the Friends of the Richmond Public Library
Annual Book Sale find us in the Madeline F. Whittlesey Community
Room next to the Children’s Room. Prices vary for specialty items.
Richmond Main Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, 94804.
510-620-6561 for more info. Wheelchair accessible. Books are also
for sale on a daily basis during open hours at the Main, Bayview, and
West Side libraries—25¢ for magazines, .50¢ for paperbacks, and $1
for hardback books.
MAY 19: COMMUNITY DINNER AND MOVIE
5:30 pm. All are welcome. A small donation is requested to cover the
cost of dinner, but you’re welcome even if you can’t donate. We will
be watching a family-friendly movie that is appropriate for people of
all ages. Please join us at Christ the Lord Church, 592 Tennent Ave.
Pinole. 510-724-9141 or email vicarsusan@hotmail.com.
MAY 19: THE SLAM
4-9pm, $5 entry. Middle School and High School students only.
Valley Bible Church, 1477 Willow Avenue, Hercules. Bands and talent,
inflatables, food and other vendors, guest speaker and band.
MAY 19: PAWS FOR TALES
10:30-12pm. H.A.L.O. Angel Ears is hosting 15 minute reading
sessions with registered therapy dogs for children ages 5-11. Please
see staff for registration, walk-ins are available on a first come, first
served basis. This program is not for children who are allergic to or
are fearful of dogs. San Pablo Library,13751 San Pablo Ave, San
Pablo. 510-374-3998.
MAY 19: FRIENDS OF THE PINOLE LIBRARY BOOK SALE
10-4pm. The Friends of the Pinole Library will hold its Spring Book
Sale on the third weekend in May. Thousands of books will be
organized into dozens of categories for easy browsing. Members
and new members may enter as early as 9 am. New memberships
are available at the door, and a 10% discount will be applied to all