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Mountain, Camp Wolfeboro Summer Camp. Winner of the Camporee Presidential
Award. For all boys age 11 to 17. Elks Lodge #1251, 3931 San Pablo Dam Rd,
El Sobrante.
NOVEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: MULTI-LEVEL QUILTING CLASS
9:30pm. $5 members/ $7 non-members. Call front desk for more information
510-724-9800, Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles Avenue, Pinole.
NOVEMBER 1, 6, 7, 8: MEDITATION
7pm. Meditation Time Practice a method of Raja Yoga to help individuals
understand their inner strengths and peace-loving values Free of Charge.
342 Shipwatch Ln., Hercules. 510-296-9470.
NOVEMBER 2: PINOLE BOOK CLUB
2:30-4:30pm. The Book Club meets the first Friday of every month. Our selection
for November is News of the World, by Paulette Jiles. Pinole Library,
2935 Pinole Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
NOVEMBER 2: DO-A-DOT ART PAINTING
2-3:30pm. Join us for an adult craft. This easy project uses sponge tipped
applicators to create a painting on oversized acrylic paper. All materials provided
for free. No previous art experience needed. Have fun. Meet new people.
Richmond Public Library, Whittlesey Room, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond.
510-620-6561.
NOVEMBER 2: PINOLE ARTISANS MONTHLY MEETING
7pm. This month’s programs is presented by Kenoli Oleari, owner of ONK Art in
El Sobrante. They produce museum quality reproductions for local artists at prices
artists can afford! All are welcome to this event. Refreshments will be served.
Pinole United Methodist Church, 2000 San Pablo Ave., Pinole.
NOVEMBER 2, 7, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28: WEIGHT TRAINING
9:30am and Wednesdays 9am. Learn strength enhancing techniques! Call front
desk for more information 510-724-9800, Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles
Avenue, Pinole.
NOVEMBER 2: PINOLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING AND
PROGRAM
6:30-8pm. Conference rooms 2A and 2B, Kaiser Permanente Medical Office
Building, 1301 Pinole Valley Road. Program: “AN EVENING WITH TOM BARNIDGE.”
Longtime Contra Costa Times columnist Tom Barnidge will share some of his
favorite remembrances of events that have shaped West County’s history. The
public is invited to this FREE event. Refreshments will be served. For more
information on Pinole Historical Society activities and the history of Pinole, please
visit the PHS website at PinoleHistoricalSociety.org or call 510-724-9507.
NOVEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: MOBILE FARMER’S MARKET
3-4pm. Find fresh fruit and vegetables grown by local California Farmers. GET UP
TO $20 IN FREE FRUITS & VEGETABLES IF YOU RECEIVE CALFRESH (SNAP), WIC,
SSI, SSDI, OR MEDI-CAL! This program is sponsored by the City of San Pablo and
Fresh Approach. San Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo.
510-374-3998.
NOVEMBER 3, 10, 17, 24: ESL CONVERSATION GROUP
11:15-12:45pm. Join us for a free weekly class to help you improve your skills in
speaking and understanding English. Fun and informative lessons in a group of all
skill levels. Ages 18 and up. San Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo.
510-374-3998.
NOVEMBER 3: PAPER AIRPLANES & ICE CREAM
1pm. Come learn how to make paper airplanes that can do amazing tricks, and
we’ll also make ice cream. Make them loop, turn, and glide, while enjoying a cool
dessert. Paper for the airplanes will be provided. Sponsored by Friends of the
Rodeo Library. 220 Pacific Ave, Rodeo. 510-799-2606.
NOVEMBER 3: PACKING FOR THE MILITARY TROOPS
11-1pm. Join Their Angels Military Support Group for their November 3rd Packing.
Help us prepare care packages to send to active duty military personnel. Packing
items are furnished and light refreshments are served. Donations Are Welcome.
Hilltop Church of Christ, 3301 Morningside Drive, Richmond. theirangels.org.
NOVEMBER 3, 10, 17, 24: WEFIXIT CODING AND COMPUTER
TRAINING
10-1pm. We Fix IT is a service oriented organization that provides coding and
computer training to kids and teens. Learn about the Raspberry Pi, Scratch and
Python coding. No registration required. Get introduced to tomorrow’s technology
today at the San Pablo Library. Ages 12-17. San Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo
Ave, San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
NOVEMBER 3, 10, 17, 24: FAMILY LEGO @ THE LIBRARY
Saturdays, noon-1:30 pm. Kids and adults of all ages are welcome to bring their
families along and explore and build with Legos. Creations will be displayed at
the front of the library for all to enjoy. Sponsored by Friends of the Pinole Library.
Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
NOVEMBER 3, 17: FINDING YOUR VOICE
2-4pm. Join our ongoing creative writing group and create art using your own
words. Open to all adults, 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. Pinole Library,
2935 Pinole Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
NOVEMBER 4: TEDDY BEAR TEA
Noon-2:30pm. Please join Soroptimist International of Richmond for our Annual
Teddy Bear Tea, at Rockefeller Lodge, 2650 Market Avenue, San Pablo. Enjoy a
special luncheon of tea, petite tea sandwiches, canapés, scones, and desserts.
Children’s activities include a souvenir photo, tea party crafts, and a free Teddy
Bear to take home. Silent auction and raffle. You are encouraged to wear your
favorite tea party attire. Proceeds benefit local charities and non-profits serving our
community. Tickets are $35 adults, $20 children. (under age 12) 707-452-0348.
NOVEMBER 5 & 19: TEEN CREATIVE WRITING GROUP
4-5pm. Is there a story inside you? Interested in writing a screenplay or is poetry
more your thing? Discover your writing voice in a safe and positive environment
at the San Pablo Library. Learn about points of view and character and plot
development. Get feedback on your writing and get your work published! San
Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
NOVEMBER 5, 19, 26: CONVERSATIONAL MANDARIN CLASS
11:30am. Everyone welcome. Lifelong Learning Center, Christ Lutheran Church
780 Ashbury Avenue El Cerrito. 510-915-6120.
NOVEMBER 5, 19, 26: AL-ANON
5:30pm. Al-Anon is a support group for families and friends of alcoholics. This is a
safe place; what is shared here stays here. Pinole Senior Center,
2500 Charles Avenue, Pinole.
NOVEMBER 5, 19: LAPSIT
10:15am and 11am. Ages 0 to 3. Rhymes, Songs, Tickles, Hugs, Bounces, Storytime
and more! Promotes early childhood development for babies and up. Older
children are welcome. Join the fun! Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole Valley Rd.
510-758-2741.
NOVEMBER 5, 19, 26: BRIDGE
1pm. $1 members/ $2 non-members. Social gathering for fun and games. Call
front desk for more information 510-724-9800, Pinole Senior Center,
2500 Charles Avenue, Pinole.
NOVEMBER 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26: TODDLER/PRESCHOOL
STORY TIME @ RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY
10:30-11am. Age Group: 18 months – 5 years (siblings welcome) and caregivers.
Emphasis on enjoying stories, fingerplays and movement activities in support of