OCTOBER
THROUGHOUT OCTOBER: HEALTHY AFTER SCHOOL MEALS IN
THE LIBRARY
Mon-Thurs 3-5pm. The San Pablo Library is excited to announce the return of
the after school meals offered to kids and teens at the San Pablo Library! For
children and teens ages 0-18 years old. San Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo
Ave., San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
OCTOBER 1,8,15, 22, 29: TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY (T.O.P.S.
CLUB)
6pm. Affordable weight loss support, tools, information, and accountability.
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network of weight-loss groups. New members are always welcome to
join our friendly and supportive club. First meeting is free. Pinole Senior
Center, 2500 Charles Avenue, Pinole. 415-302-6210.
OCTOBER 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31: COMPUTER HELP
Wednesdays 2-4pm, Thursdays 3-5pm. Drop in and get 1-on-1 computer
help with a community volunteer. San Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo
Ave, San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
OCTOBER 2: EL CERRITO SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR
9:30-12:30pm. Special presentation at 10:45am on SCAMS! Get the latest
information about transportation, housing, health & wellness, City & County
Services, volunteer opportunities and more! FREE event with Door Prizes.
FREE Lunch! FREE Easy Ride available for El Cerrito Residents. Bring a
friend or neighbor! El Cerrito Community Center, 7007 Moeser Lane,
El Cerrito. 510-559-7677 or email midtown@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us.
OCTOBER 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: AFTER SCHOOL GAME TIME FOR
TEENS
2:30-4:30pm. Teens: Join us after school for Wii and board games.
Sponsored by Friends of the Pinole Library. Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole
Valley Rd.
OCTOBER 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: COMPUTER HELP
6-7:45pm. Receive one-on-one computer help from our experts. Practice
searching the Internet, sending e-mails, and more. Drop-in or call to
reserve a time. Reservations given preference. Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole
Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
OCTOBER 2, 16: HOOKS & NEEDLES
6pm. Join us 1st and 3rd Wednesdays for a cozy evening while we knit or
crochet something warm. Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole Valley Rd.
510-758-2741.
OCTOBER 3: EAST BAY SUNSHARES WORKSHOP
6:30-8pm. Location: El Cerrito City Hall, 10890 San Pablo Avenue.
Contact: sunshares@bc3sfbay.org, bayareasunshares.org, or City Staff at
(510-525-7622. To register for the workshop, community members can
sign up at elcerritosunsharesworkshop.eventbrite.com.
OCTOBER 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: NEW! ESL CONVERSATION
GROUP
6:30pm. Join us as we improve our conversational English through reading
and discussion! Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
OCTOBER 3, 7, 10, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31: EL CERRITO LIBRARY
STORYTIME!
12:30pm. Thursdays 10:15am. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and your
caregivers, join us for stories, songs, and fun! All children are welcome at
this free program. El Cerrito Library, 6510 Stockton Ave, El Cerrito.
510-526-7512.
OCTOBER 4: PINOLE ARTISANS MONTHLY MEETING
7pm. This month’s program is presented by Damon Powell, a local Artist
and Theologian who will be discussing his work and his experiences as an
artist. All are welcome to this event. Refreshments will be served. Pinole
United Methodist Church, 2000 San Pablo Ave., Pinole.
OCTOBER 4-27TH: CONTRA COSTA CIVIC THEATRE
PRESENTS: BRIGHT STAR
Fri-Sat at 8pm; Sun at 2pm. Inspired by a real event, this original musical
tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop
El Cerrito
Art Association
Sat., Oct. 5, 11–5pm
Sun., Oct. 6, 11–4pm
El Cerrito Community Center
Opening & Artists’ Reception October 4, 7-9 pm
www.elcerritoart.org