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Graciela will share her inspiring story along with one of her bilingual
picture books and the story of Captain Mama. Perfect event for the whole
family. Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
SEPTEMBER 21: FILM NIGHT: DOCUMENTARY
6pm. We will screen “My Enemy, My Brother,” 16 min (2015) by Ann
Shin. In 1982 Zahed was an Iranian boy who ran away from home to
join the army. Najah was a 19-year-old Iraqi with a wife and son when he
was conscripted to fight. When they meet on the battlefield, Zahed risks
his life to save Najah. Twenty-five years later they meet again by sheer
chance in Canada. 220 Pacific Ave, Rodeo CA 94572. 510-799-2606.
SEPTEMBER 21: ADULT CRAFT TIME - PAINT A CANVAS
2-4pm. All materials for the craft program provided free of charge.
No prior art experience needed. Richmond Public Main Library,
Whittlesey Room, 325 Civic Center Plaza Richmond. 510-620-6561.
richmondlibrary.org.
SEPTEMBER 23: TRI-CITY SAFETY DAY
11am–3pm. Families are invited to see a display of emergency
vehicles and equipment, talk with police officers and firefighters, watch
demonstrations and join in fun activities for the whole family! El Cerrito
Plaza, 1000 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. For more information, contact the
El Cerrito-Kensington Fire Departments or visit el-cerrito.org/safetyday.
SEPTEMBER 23: 4TH ANNUAL PET EMERGENCY RESCUE FAIR
AT PT ISABEL REGIONAL PARK
9:30am-3pm. Come One Come All—Bring the Whole Family. So, bring
your pets and join other pet owners’ eager to learn from the experienced,
professional presenters. You can also win prizes donated from Mud
Puppies, Subway at 620 San Pablo Ave in Pinole, THMM CERT, and Pet
Food Express. In addition, you will learn important pet emergency hints
and procedures.
SEPTEMBER 23: ANIMAL FESTIVAL
11am-3pm. Fun for the whole family! A FREE community event to
celebrate and learn more about how animals benefit our lives. Come
see and learn about real live animals such as dogs, cats, parrots, doves,
chinchillas, chickens, rabbits, domestic rats and California bats. Free
petting zoo. See live animal shows at 11:30am (spiders/tarantulas)
and 1:30pm (reptiles & amphibians). All are welcome but please leave
your pets at home. 592 Tennent Ave, Pinole, at Christ the Lord Church,
across from Fernandez Park. 510-691-0310 or svmcneel@comcast.net
SEPTEMBER 24: RODEO CHILI & SALSA COOK OFF AND CAR
SHOW
11-4pm. Classic Cars, Music, Kids Activities, Food Trucks, Vendors &
Pancake Breakfast. Lefty Gomez Field, 470 Parker Ave., Rodeo.
SEPTEMBER 29: BALLROOM DANCE
8pm. $10 per person – open to all Pinole Senior Center 2500 Charles
Ave Pinole 510-724-9800.
SEPTEMBER 20 & 21: TEMPLE BETH HILLEL HIGH HOLY DAYS
ROSH HASHANAH
1pm. Led by Rabbi Dean Kertesz and Cantor Fran Burgess, Rosh
Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) begins with services, sundown. A
special family service will be held at 1:00 p.m., immediately after
the morning service. Free child care is available for children 2 years-
5th grade, evening services only. Advanced reservations required by
September 13. tbhrichmond.org/services/high-holy-days,
510-223 2560 or tbh@tbhrichmond.org. 801 Park Central, Richmond.
SEPTEMBER 26: TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG!) AT THE EL
SOBRANTE LIBRARY
4:00-5:30 PM. The El Sobrante Teen Advisory Group (TAG) represents
the youth in our community and offers teens meaningful opportunities
to become instrumental players at the El Sobrante Library. TAG also
provides opportunities for social connections, skills development,
leadership and fun! El Sobrante Library, 4191 Appian Way, El Sobrante.
510-374-3991.
SEPTEMBER 26: HERCULES LIBRARY – FAMILY STORYTIME
6pm. Welcome kids and their grownups to Family Story Time! Stories,
songs, fingerplays! Stay for free play after Story Time to meet other kids
and their families. 109 Civic Dr, Hercules.
SEPTEMBER 26: WEST COUNTY CLASSICS FILM DISCUSSION
6:30-8pm - Join us as we discuss the film version of the book we review
for the monthly West County Classics Book Club. Ask at the library about
the current months’ film. Watch on your own or at the Hercules Library
the night prior to this meeting. Ages 18 and up. San Pablo Library,
13751 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo.
SEPTEMBER 28: BAY FRONT CHAMBER MIXER
5:30-7pm. Print ‘em All & CoWork Lounge. 3820 San Pablo Dam Road,
El Sobrante.
SEPTEMBER 29: SAN PABLO ROTARY ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
NIGHT IN TUSCANY
6-10pm. $50 Dinner Dance. Funding to support literacy at San Pablo
Library Honoring Police Chief Walt Schuld. Galileo Club, 23rd Street,
Richmond. globetrotter_cnr@sbcglobal.net
SEPTEMBER 29 & 30: TEMPLE BETH HILLEL HIGH HOLY DAYS
YOM KIPPUR
1pm. Temple Beth Hillel welcomes the community to join the
congregation in observance of the High Holy Days.culminates with
Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement. A special family service will be
held at 1p.m., immediately after the morning service. Free child care is
available for children 2 years-5th grade, evening services only. Advanced
reservations required by September 13. tbhrichmond.org/services/highholy
days, 510-223-2560 or tbh@tbhrichmond.org. Temple Beth Hillel is
located at 801 Park Central, Richmond 94803 (Exit I-80 Hilltop exit).
SEPTEMBER 30: HERCULES FALL 2017 CITYWIDE GARAGE
SALES
Monday – Thursday 8-5pm. Over 100 homes throughout Hercules are
participating. Maps listing registered addresses will be available for 50
cents each by driving through the parking lot of the Hercules Public
Library at 109 Civic Drive (off Sycamore Avenue) from 8 am until 2:00
pm on the day of the event. Most garage sales will remain open until
3:00 pm, rain or shine. ci.hercules.ca.us, or call 510-799-8200.