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A list of upcoming November events in Contra Costa County and around the San Francisco Bay Area.  A ton of holiday themed vendor fairs, parades, tree lighting and more.

This is a “live” list and more events will be added throughout the month as they are made know. Also accepting events in November and December — please email [email protected]

November Events

Nov 3 – Congressman Mark DeSaulnier Hosts Veterans Town Hall & Resource Fair

As Veterans Day draws near, I’m hosting a Veterans Town Hall and Resource Fair on Friday, November 3rd from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. to connect veterans with resources from federal agencies and Veteran Service Organizations to make sure they are informed about the benefits that may be available to them. This is a wonderful opportunity for veterans of any age to come and hear from experts about benefits that they have earned. I’ll be joining virtually because of the House voting schedule, but several organizations will be on-site and available to answer your question. Event is at the Shadelands Art Center at 111 Widget Lane, walnut Creek CA

November 3: Laurel Elementary PTA Holiday Shopping Boutique

Please join us for a fun evening of Shopping, with over 20 local vendors! In the Laurel Elementary Multi purpose room. From 5-8 Friday Nov 3rd! Bring your friends, family, neighbors and more & get some holiday shopping done early this season. We hope to see you there! Located at 1141 Laurel Road, Oakley

Photo by Hospice

Nov 5- Dec 8 — Annual Tree of Lights

Pleasant Hill, CA – Hospice East Bay is proud to be celebrating our Annual Tree of Lights! For 37 years these ceremonies have provided a way for families and friends to honor their loved ones and find solace in the symbolism of light as the names of their loved ones are read. Beginning on November 5th and running through December 8th, there will be ten ceremonies at locations throughout the East Bay. Each event will feature a reading of memorial names and a symbolic tree lighting. Please check the schedule below for specific ceremonies.

• East County  Sunday, Nov. 5th, 5:30 pm at Brentwood City Park at 710 2nd Street at Oak
• Rossmoor Monday, Nov. 6th, 5 pm at Creekside Clubhouse at 1010 Stanley Dollar Dr.
• Pleasant Hill  Wednesday, Nov. 8th, 5:30 pm at Gregory Lane, near Cleaveland Road
• Danville  Friday, Nov. 17th, 5:30 pm at Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front St. Danville
• Martinez  (also honoring US Veterans)  at Saturday, Nov. 18th, 5:30 pm Morello Avenue, north of Arnold Dr.
• Alamo  Tuesday, Nov. 21st, 5:00 pm at Alamo Women’s Club 1401 Danville Blvd.
• Orinda   Saturday, Dec. 2nd, 4:30 pm at Village Square by McCaulou’s
• Lafayette   Saturday, Dec. 2nd, 4:30 pm at 21 Lafayette Cir., Lafayette **Ceremony to be held at Village Square by McCaulou’s
• Moraga  Saturday, Dec. 2nd, 4:30 pm Moraga Country Club 1600 St. Andrews Dr. **Ceremony to be held at Village Square by McCaulou’s
• Walnut Creek Monday, Dec. 4th, 6:00 pm at John Muir Medical Center, Main Entrance, Ygnacio Valley Rd., Walnut Creek
• Concord/Clayton  Tuesday, Dec. 5th, 5:00 pm at John Muir Medical Center Parking Lot, East Street & Almond Ave., Concord
• Blackhawk  Friday, Dec. 8th, 5:00 pm at Blackhawk Road at Blackhawk Drive

For more information, visit their website: click here

Nov 3-5: Annual Art & Craft Faire at the Brentwood Senior Cente

Join the Brentwood Senior Citizen’s Club for their 12th Annual Art & Craft Faire at the Brentwood Senior Center (193 Griffith Lane). This three-day event is the perfect way to kick off your holiday shopping. As the holiday season approaches, there’s no better place to discover unique gifts that your friends and family will cherish. This event will feature various activities, including giveaways, artisan vendors, food vendors, crafts, mimosas, and much more.

Event Schedule:

• Friday, November 3rd: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Saturday, November 4th: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Sunday, November 5th: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Nov 3-12: Ghostlight Theatre Ensemble: You Can’t Take It With You

You Can’t Take It With You opened on Broadway at the Booth Theatre on December 14, 1936. A smash hit, the show ran for 838 performances and returned to Broadway five times, most recently in 2014. That production, directed by Scott Ellis, earned the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress for Annaleigh Ashford as Essie.

• November 3rd, 4th, & 10th @ 7:30pm
• November 5th, 11th, & 12th @ 2:00pm

Ghostlight Theatre Ensemble’s MainStage play, You Can’t Take It With You, will be performed November 3rd-12th at the Edna Hill Theatre in downtown Brentwood and is directed by Michael Wilson.  Tickets & More info – click here

Nov 3-4– Crockett 45th Annual Calico Boutique

The 45th Annual Calico Boutique! You don’t want to miss this annual 2 day event. Keep this local tradition alive OR make it your new one!

800 Pomona Ave, Crockett, CA
Friday 11/3/23 10:00am-6:00pm
Saturday 11/4/23 10:00am-4:00pm

Shop a dozen local artisans for a wide variety of hand crafted gifts. Please enjoy this family friendly event with free admission, complementary tea & cookies for our guests.

November 3-5: Iā ‘Oe E Ka Lā Hula Festival & Competition

The 43rd Iā ‘Oe E Ka Lā Hula Competition includes an assortment of cultural dance, local music, ethnic food, and arts & craft vendors from around the world. Friday night is the solo competition. Saturday and Sunday are the group competitions.

Hours:
Friday, November 3: 3:00pm – 10:00pm
Saturday, November 4: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday, November 5: 10:00am – 6:00pm

Location:
2005 Valley Ave, Gate 8 or 12
Alameda County Fairground & Event Center
Pleasanton, CA 94566

To learn more, please visit: Kumu Hula Association

Nov 4 – K911 Animal Rescue Vendor and Craft Fair

Join K911 Animal Rescue for its vendor and craft fair at the VFW Hall in Downtown Brentwood from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be 36 vendors–unique one of a kind crafts to help you get a jump on holiday shopping which supports animal rescue. This is a family friendly craft fair with kids activities while parents shop–including mini-horses. For more information, visit Email [email protected]

Nov 4 – Leo Fontana Lifetime Achievement Foundation Hosts Trivia Night

On Saturday, Nov. 4, the Leo Fontana Lifetime Achievement Foundation will once again be hosting a Trivia Night and just a few tables and sponsorships remain open.

The event is at near capacity as its limited to just 30-teams of 8 and is held at the Lone Tree Golf and Event Center. The event begins at 4:00 pm with a social hour followed by dinner at 5:00 pm. After dinner, its 2-hours of trivia which includes 6-rounds of 10 questions each. The event includes 6-rounds of 10 questions per round, major raffle prizes, no host bar.

The Foundation was created to identify and sponsor programs where the youth in the Antioch community can participate that provides positive, constructive activities and support.

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Nov 4 – Antioch Historical Society Bus Tour

Join us for a journey through the history of Mid-Century Modern Architecture in Antioch on Saturday, Nov 4th, 2023, at 9:30 AM.  We will gather at the Antioch Historical Society Museum, 1500 West 4th Street, Antioch, to embark on a fun and educational bus tour.

Discover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks that define the Mid-Century Modern era in Antioch.  Our knowledgeable guides will provide fascinating insights into the architectural styles, design principles, and cultural influences that shaped this period.

During the tour, you will have the opportunity to explore Mid-Century Modern commercial buildings and public spaces. Whether you are an architecture enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about the unique character of Mid-Century Modern design, this event is perfect for you.

Contact: To make reservations, call the Antioch Historical Society Office at 925 -757-1326. You may also contact Claire at 415-948-7763 or Linda at 925-628-6028

Tickets are also available at the event on a First Come First Served basis.

Nov 4 – Holiday Boutique & Craft Fair (Pleasant Hill)

Free Admission. Lots of vendors (40+). Get your holiday shopping done with unique handmade gifts. Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library will also be here selling gently used books. Event is from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Pleasant Hill Senior Center (233 Gregory Lane)

Nov 4 – San Ramon Light Parade

Light up the night with this evening birthday-themed parade, stretching along Camino Ramon to Bishop Drive, that will include dancers, illuminated floats, bands, auto clubs, and entertainment! We invite everyone to join us in celebrating 40 years of San Ramon by participating or watching this year’s parade. Questions or comments please contact: [email protected]. Find more details including the registration info & packet are available at: www.sanramon.ca.gov/srlightparade

Nov 4 – Livermore Bikes & Brews

Join Livermore Valley Craft Beer Foundation (LVCBF) and TAG Real Estate Team on the most fun ride of the year to get bikes to local kids. This year’s 12-mile route will start at Trek Bicycle Livermore, head for Altamont Beer Works, then on to Homegrown Hops Brewing, then end at Tap 25 at Blacksmith Square where there will be more beer and food for purchase(and wine if you’re beered-out), live music, and an opportunity to participate in our raffle and online auction for amazing local prizes. Six tour groups of 25 riders will depart beginning at 10:30AM and depart every 30 minutes until the last ride at 1:00PM. More info, plus sign up, click here

Nov 4 – Harvest Festival (Alamo)

The Harvest Festival Craft Fair will be November 4th, 9AM-2PM. It’s time for all crafters to get their creative juices flowing! This is an eagerly anticipated event with a tradition of quality handmade items, and it’s perfectly positioned as a Christmas shopping destination. (902 Danville Blvd, Alamo)

Nov 4 — DENA Craft Fair (Concord)

Join Dana Estates for its craft fair at the Dana Plaza Shopping Center (4115 Concord Blvd, Concord) on Sat Nov. 4 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Support vendors from Dana Estates.

Nov 4 – Annual Western Regional Beer Can & Breweriana Show

The 49er Chapter of the BCCA & NABA is hosting an Old Beer Can & Breweriana Show (indoors) on Saturday, November 4th from 9am – 1pm at the 21st Amendment Brewery in San Leandro: 2010 Williams Street, 94577. Walk-in’s FREE. Dealers/Traders, Call Larry at 408-221-9047 to reserve your table. BUY/ SELL/ TRADE: Beer Cans, Beer signs, Soda cans, Oil cans, Coffee cans, Bottles, Trays, Tins and Antique Advertising Signs. Friday night Nov 3rd: Room to Room at the Hilton Garden Inn 510-343-8105

Nov 4 – Annual Beard Growing Contest Kickoff (Livemore)

Kick-off is Saturday, November 4th at 10:30am at the First Street Alehouse. A $20 buy-in shows your commitment and gets you a beverage. Arrive clean shaven, mustaches are ok. We will take your photo and have a brief presentation about Rooms of Hope so you better understand how every dollar you raise will change the lives of families in need.

You will get set up with your own fundraising page so you can seek sponsorships from your friends and family. Your fundraising platform will send donation request letters and thank you letters, including tax-id information, once donations have been made. This is a contest so prizes will be awarded to the top fundraisers but more importantly it is an opportunity to support families in need, in a very fun way. I sure hope you will join us. Your beard will raise awareness and funds for Rooms of Hope. Check them out at www.roomsofhope.org

Nov 4 – Salvio Street Night Market

Every Saturday (Nov 4 – Dec 23), from 5 – 9pm, the inaugural Salvio Street Night Market uses the all new Salvio Street promenade and fountain courtyard in Salvio Pacheco Square. Designed to provide an eclectic and lively outdoor shopping space for all to enjoy, the market will focus on unique vendors and products and showcase local talent, crafts, clothing, music, and more! Stroll down Salvio Street, shop, dine and enjoy all that Downtown Concord has to offer. — More Info

Nov 4 – Diwali Mela in Danville

Naaritva……brings to you Diwali Mela in Danville happening for the first time ever. This event is free to all. Celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, at our Diwali Mela happening for the first time in Danville at the Danville Ranch Club House from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm, Enjoy delicious Indian food, arts and crafts booths, and much more. The mela is a great way to experience the rich culture and traditions of India. Come and join us for a fun and festive event for the whole family.

Nov 4-5: Pittsburg Fishing Derby

Don’t forget to register online here or in person (only on Saturday 11/4 from 8am-noon) at the Judge’s Station at the Pittsburg Marina Central Harbor Basin. Check out the Rules & Regulations here for new location of this judge’s station, a handful of updates to the derby highlighted, registration details and more.  Finally, you won’t want to miss out on these AWESOME PRIZES!

Prizes are awarded in each category for 1st through 6th place, including a raffle, free for all registrants, cash prizes up to $1,000 for 1-3rd places, fishing poles and gear, bait shop gift cards and more. More information – click here

Nov 4-5 – Contra Costa Mineral & Gem Society Annual Show (Concord)

20+ vendors, silent auction, door prize, raffle, mini displays, kid activities, and demonstrations. You can print this out for $1 off admission to the show. This will include gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, meteorites, beads, display cases along with family activities, demo’s and more. Event is at Centre Concord (5298 Clayton Rd, Concord).

Nov 4-5 – Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Arts Festival

Don’t miss the 15th annual Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival. Saturday Nov 4 and Sunday Nov 5 2023, 10am-5pm. Located inside the historic Sunroom & Cocoanut Grove at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. $5 admission supports ocean conservation through the Monterey Bay Sanctuary. Admission includes a chance to win a spectacular gift-basket. Four drawings per day.

Sunday Special: Prize Piece contest, music and presentations about sea glass origins and qualities. Full bar, Kids Free, over 50 Authentic Sea Glass artists plus ceramics, fabric art, mosaics, resin art and so much more. Event is located at the Boardwalk’s Cocoanut Grove (400 Beach Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060) – more info

Nov 5 – Family Fall & Holiday Marketplace (Concord)

Experience a holiday shopping event with us and enjoy arts & crafts holiday makers, take photos with Santa and his friends, and try the holiday themed marketplace with your friends and/or family at Todos Santos Plaza . Santa and friends available from 12PM to 2PM Vendors can request an application at www.thebombshellgroupinc.com

Nov 5 – Diwali Festival of Lights (Livermore)

Join the Livermore Valley Arts for its Diwali Festival of Lights featuring traditional cultural performance and booths at the Bankhead Plaza (10:00 am to 2:00 pm). The celebration is an ancient Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the Hindu New  Year. Diwali is celebrated every autumn or spring in South Asian countries such as India and Nepal. The  tradition originated as a festival marking the last harvest of the year before the start of winter and  spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and  hope over despair. — more info

Nov 5 – Diwali at Bishop Ranch (San Ramon)

Diwali, the Festival of Light and one of fall’s most delightful celebrations, is coming to City Center November 5 at 5pm. Come enjoy the spirited Indian music and dancing, watch a Rangoli artist at work, and get a henna tattoo if the mood strikes. There’ll be a selfie station, too — a great way to commemorate a colorfully fun evening. It all takes place in Alexander Square — more info

Nov 10: Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink (San Ramon)

The always popular Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink returns to City Center Bishop Ranch on November 10th at 6pm. This year’s rink is significantly larger, offering more space to socialize. Cabanas with firepits are available to rent for private parties, company holiday events, or whatever special group gathering your imagination creates. – more info

Nov 11 – Veterans Day Ceremonies

• City of Antioch – It all starts at the Antioch Veterans Memorial at 8am with a Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Antioch Rivertown Veterans Lions Club. Our Veteran’s Day Ceremony starts at 9:30 am. This year’s Speaker is US Army Veteran Gary Bostick. The downtown Parade starts at 11:00 am.
• City of Brentwood – Join the City of Brentwood and the VFW 10789 at Veterans Park (3841 Balfour Rd) at 10:30 am to support veterans, hear from guest speakers, a vocalist and tribute which includes a rifle salute.
• City of El Cerrito – El Cerrito Lions Club Flag Placement Ceremony 8:30am-9:30am on November 11th at Sunset View Cemetery, 101 Colusa Ave.
• City of Martinez – flag raising ceremony at Alhambra Pioneer Cemetery while they have a full ceremony at Ignacio Plaza
• City of Oakley – Join the City of Oakley for its annual Veterans Day Ceremony Saturday, 11/11, at 11 (am) in Civic Center Plaza (3231 Main Street) to honor those who have served. This event will include a performance by the Freedom High School Band, keynote speakers, and more.
• City of Pinole – Pinole Veterans Day Memorial and Flag Retirement Ceremony (sponsored by the City of Pinole and the Pinole Historical Society), 11am – Noon on Saturday, November 11th at Fernandez Park.
• City of Walnut Creek – The City of Walnut Creek will host its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Saturday, November 11, at 11:00 a.m.  The commemoration will take place in the Hoffman Theater at the Lesher Center for the Arts, and is free to the public.  The Lesher Center for the Arts is at 1601 Civic Drive. Walnut Creek Mayor Cindy Silva will host the event. The keynote speaker will be Elena Kim. Kim served as a Human Intelligence Collector in the United States Army from 2005 through 2010 in conjunction with Operation Iraqi Freedom.  She is currently the Director of the County Veterans Service Office in San Francisco.  She also is an Associate Producer and Co-Host of “Veterans Voices,” a monthly television show covering topics of interest to veterans throughout Contra Costa County. The theme of this year’s ceremony is “service,” and the program will pay tribute to those honorable men and women who have served our country. The ceremony will feature musical selections provided by the Walnut Creek Concert Band under the direction of Matthew Sadowski, including the traditional salute to each of the armed forces

Nov 11 – Chill’s N’ Cheers Wine Bazaar Sip N’ Shop

Join Hannah Nicole Vineyards in Brentwood for its Chills n’ Cheers Wine Bazaar! This enchanting event from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm is a celebration of all things wine and shopping, designed to warm your spirits during the chilly winter months. Join them for an unforgettable afternoon filled with exquisite wines, delectable shopping, and entertainment. More info

Nov 11 – The Longest Day Alzheimer’s 5K Walk & Run (Campos Family Vineyards)

Come join us at Campos Family Vineyards for a 5k Walk and Run to raise funds for The Longest Day Alzheimer’s Association.  Runners will receive a t-shirt, finisher’s medal, ticket to the panel discussion (12pm) and a glass of wine.  Check in is Friday November 10th from 1-5 pm and Saturday morning November 11th from 9-9:30 am at Campos Family Vineyards.   There will be food trucks and a DJ. — More info + sign up

Nov 11 – Veterans Day at Epidemic Ales

Join us on Veterans Day, Saturday Nov. 11 for our release of DD-214 Unfiltered IPA! Each year we purchase a special blend of Yakima Chief Hops hand picked by veterans. This year our new sales rep & Marine veteran Jordan joined us on brew day along with owner Holly’s dad Jim, a Vietnam Vet & Purple Heart recipient. We will be offering BOGO pints of DD-214 for veterans & active military on Nov. 11! — more info

Nov 11-12– 33rd Goodguys Fuel Curve Autumn Get-Together

America’s Favorite Car Show makes its final Bay Area pit stop of the season in its 40th anniversary season of Cool Cars, Cool People and Good Times! Grab your family and friends and head on out to the Alameda County Fairgrounds the weekend of November 11th & 12th for the Goodguys 33rd Fuel Curve Autumn Get-Together featuring over 2,500 of northern California’s slickest American made and powered show cars and trucks of all years on display! Plus, don’t miss Goodguys’ Classic Performance Products AutoCross racing series action featuring the Fuel Curve “Fall Shootout”, shop the huge swap meet, Cars 4 Sale Corral and vendor midway, enjoy live music, experience an earth-shaking Nitro Thunderfest exhibition, check out a metal-munching Saturday Demolition Derby presented by Hayward Firefighters 1909, see which rides take home the top awards of the weekend, and so much more!

Hours:
November 11: 8am – 4pm
November 12:  8am – 4pm

Location:
2005 Valley Avenue, Gate 8
Alameda County Fairgrounds & Event Center
Pleasanton, CA 94566

For complete details and to register your vehicle or purchase tickets, visit www.good-guys.com/agt.

Nov 11-12:  SF Coffee Festival

The 7th Annual SF Coffee Festival is held Nov 11 & 12 from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Get ready for an immersive coffee experience when the 7th annual San Francisco Coffee Festival® kicks off. Enjoy over 100 specially curated exhibitors, including the Bay Area’s top coffee roasters, as they share with you some of the best coffee, teas, eats, and more, in the country. Want to learn more about coffee? Just ask the master roaster at their booth, or attend one of the many educational panels.  Sway along to a soundtrack provided by some of the best bands and entertainment in the Bay, while you taste endless coffee at the iconic Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture’s Festival Pavilion. More info @ SFCoffeeFestival.com

Nov 11-12: Lodi Reptile Show

A cold blooded invasion returns to the Valley!! Lodi Reptile show is happening Sat November 11 & Sun November 12, 2023. 1000’s of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, supplies and MORE!! Admission $15 Adults, $7 Kids (Age 6-12), Kids 5 years and under are FREE!! Also FREE PARKING!! (Please leave your pets at home) — more info + tickets

Nov 12 — Hook, Line & Sinker Bass Fishing Tournament

Hook, Line & Sinker has announced their 2023-204 Tournament schedule which includes 6 dates plus a Tournament of Champions. All events will be held at Russo’s Marina on Bethel Island and begin at first light. Hook, Line & Sinker is located at 3100 Main Street, Ste 260 in Oakley CA. (925) 625-2441.

For more information or updated information, visit them on Facebook.

Nov 12 – Sip n’ Shop Family Fun Day at Brownstone Gardens

Get ready for a day of shopping, sipping, music, and family-friendly fun! Our Sip n’ Shop event has something for the entire family. Bring your loved ones, grab your shopping bags, and let’s make unforgettable memories together! FREE for pre-registration and $5 at the door, so bring everyone you know! Join us for this unforgettable day of Music, community, laughter, shopping and more. See you there!

• Family Fun for Everyone: Kids can enjoy a host of exciting activities, including face painting, lawn games, a coloring contest, line-dancing lessons, and even a bouncy house. It’s a day of laughter and bonding that the whole family can enjoy.
• Live Entertainment: Groove to the beats of live music that will keep the atmosphere lively and entertaining throughout the day. Our talented musicians will ensure you have the perfect soundtrack for your Sip n’ Shop Fun Day experience.
• Sip and Savor: Indulge your taste buds with a delightful selection of beverages and culinary delights. Sip on mimosas, fine wines, beer, and bloody marys, and enjoy food from our local food vendors. It’s a culinary adventure that will tantalize your senses!
• Shop ‘Til You Drop:  That might be a little overstated, but you get the idea . . . Discover a treasure trove of unique and handcrafted items from a diverse array of talented vendors. Whether you’re looking for fashion, jewelry, home decor, or gourmet treats, our vendors have something special just for you. Explore the latest trends and exclusive finds, all in one place!
• Exclusive Discounts and Raffles: Don’t miss out on incredible deals and the chance to win fantastic prizes! Participate in our raffles (all proceeds go to fund local scholarships) for a shot at some fabulous giveaways and enjoy exclusive discounts from participating vendors.
• Tea Party: Set in the whimsical Alice in Wonderland theme, indulge in an enchanting hour of bonding and elegance with our Mother and Daughter High Tea. Step into a world of timeless sophistication, tea, sweet indulgence, finger sandwiches, and other English delights. $15.00 per person or $25 for mother and daughter.
• Tequila Mixology Class: Embark on a spirited journey into the world of tequila at our exclusive mixology class, where the art of crafting exceptional cocktails meets the rich heritage of Mexico’s most celebrated spirit. Nestled in an intimate setting you will enjoy 3 craft cocktails, chips and salsa (compliments of Jojo’s Taco Bar) and the expertise of our seasoned mixologist. Limited seating.

Nov 12 – Annual Winterfest 707 (Benicia)

We are back for our 3rd year at the Benicia Veteran’s Hall on Veteran’s Day weekend! We are feeling extra Grinchy this year and you can expect to find a whole lot of Grinchmas themed items, holiday gifts and unique costumes, collectibles, clothing, crafts, home decor, yard art, arts & crafts, food, drinks and more! Engage with fun holiday characters. Dance with our in-house DJ to your favorite Holiday mashups, test out fun holiday products and photo booths, an inflatable snow globe, meet Santa, take photos with guest cosplayers and more!

Interested in a vendor application? Contact us at (707) 653-0265 or at www.thebombshellgroupinc.com

Nov 14 – Helping One Woman Discovery Bay Honoring Alicia Stevens

Tickets are on sale through Friday November 10! Over 100 woman are already joining us. Be a part of a special evening with friends and support a local woman in need.

My name is Alicia Stevens, proud mom of one of the most amazing humans on the planet, Tyler. Tyler has always been
a very sweet and caring young boy. When he was little, he dreamed of saving the world through clean energy and
science. Last December he was a swimmer, training to try to join one of the best swim teams in the area. He dreamed of
being an engineer and had an idea to make propellers that would go in people’s plumbing and harnessing that energy to
power their homes. He was a leader who helped start one of the most popular clubs at his middle school where he
taught everyone to play Dungeons and Dragons. He is one of the sweetest children you could ever meet.

On January 1, 2023, we received a terminal cancer diagnosis for Tyler for the deadliest kids’ cancer. This is a cancer
with a 0% survival rate and an average life expectancy of 9 months. But as always, Tyler is surpassing the average. He
is currently on his 10th month since diagnosis and is still living and doing everything in his power to enjoy life. We
have desperately been trying to give him the year he deserves and to create memories and experiences that will help
him as well as the whole family to get through this awful tragedy. We have had a reduction in income, as he takes full
time care and we have had added expenses with driving to his doctors’ appointments in San Francisco etc. As a mom, I
am devastated. I would do anything to take this from him.

More Info & Tickets

Nov 17 – Brentwood PAL Tamale Festival

Join us at the Brentwood Police Activities League (PAL) Tamale Festival on November 17 from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Enjoy great food, music and live auction and raffle items.  Proceeds benefit charitable giving we provide to youth in our community specifically our “Shop with a Cop” program. — For tickets, click here

Nov 18 – Brentwood Makers Market

Join us every third Saturday morning in Downtown Brentwood to shop our community market featuring a premier group of artisan makers, artists, and small businesses. Gather with family and friends as you experience complimentary kids’ activities, live music, themed photo ops, and family fun for everyone. When you’re done passing through The Makers Boulevard, be sure to shop and dine with the local restaurants, boutiques, and farms downtown. The Makers Boulevard is a proud partner of the Downtown Brentwood Coalition and the Pacific Coast Farmers Market, since 2021. To learn more about our events or how you can become involved, please visit our website today — www.themakersboulevard.com.

Nov 18 – Downtown Tracy Holiday Ornament Stroll

The Tracy City Center Association will host the annual Downtown Tracy Holiday Ornament Stroll on Saturday, November 18th from 2:00PM-7:00PM. Event attendees will receive an ornament from participating downtown businesses.

Come enjoy the festive Downtown Tracy atmosphere with holiday decorations and shopping! We encourage you to support small businesses in Downtown Tracy this holiday season. Tickets are NOT required to walk Downtown, shop, visit restaurants, etc. Tickets are only mandatory for collecting ornaments. This event has historically sold out quickly, so please purchase your tickets soon! Attendees must bring their Eventbrite tickets to the Downtown Tracy Plaza for check-in. Upon check-in you will receive a commemorative reusable tote bag and map/punch card.  Event is rain or shine. No refunds will be given. more info + tickets

Nov 18 – Dec 17: Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Holiday Party (San Francisco)

This holiday season, book a trip to Victorian London- in San Francisco. For only 5 weekends, November 18 through December 17, 2023, travel to the Great Dickens Christmas Fair, an immersive adventure with hundreds of colorful characters from both literature and history. Meet Father Christmas, Ebenezer Scrooge, Mr. & Mrs. Fezziwig, or the Ghost of Christmas Present throughout four acres of Victorian theaters, pubs, and dance halls. Enticing aromas of cinnamon roasted almonds and hearty foods fill the air. Dozens of lamplit shops are filled to overflowing with handmade gifts. The Great Dickens Christmas Fair is a time traveler’s delight and one-of-a-kind way to celebrate the holidays. — tickets & info

Nov 18 – Foreverland at California Theatre (Pittsburg)

You won’t want to miss this electrifying performance! A tribute to Michael Jackson on the California Theatre stage for a limited time. Suitable for the entire family and something you won’t want to miss.  Tickets & Info – click here

Nov 19 —  8th Annual Winter Wine Walk & Tasting

The Annual Winter Wine Walk and Tasting Tour returns to Historic Downtown Brentwood. We are pleased to once again be partnering with the Contra Costa Wine Growers Association to bring award winning local wines to to this event. New for this year, enjoy local Art from the Art Guild of the Delta at select stops! Savor the tastes of Downtown, paired with delicious local wines while you explore and do some holiday shopping! Your ticket includes pairings at over 15 stops on your journey through Historic Downtown.  Grab your ticket today! Designated Driver tickets are available for $10.  Tickets must be purchased in advance, this event sells out quickly.  — tickets, click here

Nov 19 – McCauley Wine & Dine

McCauley will be serving its wines by the bottle, glass, and flight on from 12pm-3pm. We will have Hella Street Tacos on-site selling food and live music with Tim Cecchini. Indoor and outdoor seating will be available. Located at 2525 Sunset, Brentwood CA

Nov 19 – Exotic Bird Mart & Expo Inc (Alameda County Fairgrounds)

The Exotic Bird Mart & Expo is landing at the Fairgrounds on November 11, 2023. See finches, conures, lovebirds, cockatiels, amazons, cockatoos, macaws & more. Shop hundreds of accessories and meet thousands of potentials sellers and buyers – 2005 Valley Avenue, Gate 8 or 12 Alameda County Fairgrounds & Event Center Pleasanton, CA. More info

Nov 23 – Brentwood Turkey Trot

This is the 10th annual Brentwood Turkey Trot for Schools.  This 5K event benefits both the Brentwood Union School District and Liberty Union High School District athletic programs. The race is both in person and virtual—with the in person race being at the Streets of Brentwood (2455 Sand Creek Rd. Brentwood, CA) —  SIGN UP: www.brentwoodturkeytrot.org

Nov 25 – Brentwood Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting

Join Downtown Brentwood for a Holiday parade and tree lighting with the event beginning at 5:00 pm with a lighted parade.  Afterwards, come To The Tree Lighting at City Park After The Parade. For more information, visit the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce — click here

Nov 25 – Holiday Sip & Shop at Campos Family Vineyards

For the 8th year in a row… join Campos Family Vineyards for its Holiday Sip and Shop on Nov 25 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm.  The Saturday after Thanksgiving, leave the leftovers at home, grab your family or your favorite shopping buddy and spend the day at Campos!  They will have a DJ! Food Trucks!, tons of local vendors! Also, the Sisters on the Fly will be returning this year with their vintage travel trailers!!!  This is an event you do not want to miss! – more information

Nov 25 – Cookies & Cocoa Sessions With Santa (Oasis Family Ranch Knightsen)

Enjoy a special cookies and cocoa Santa holiday experience. From crafting to decorating a Christmas tree, crafting ornaments, photos with multiple decorated backdrops, feeding farm animals and singing along to holiday hits, it’s a special holiday event not to be missed! Pre-registration required, no tickets sold at the door. Each guest receives one sugar cookie by Stacy’s Cakes and a special gift from Santa’s Workshop! Come with your friends or book a family session with us. This 3-hour holiday photography experience starts at 2PM! Limited reservations available!!! We have an indoor space on standby in case it rains. We can accept holiday craft makers interested in setting up products to sell within Santa’s Gift Shop. Contact us for shelf space reservations and pricing packages. RSVP — click HERE

Nov 25 – James Garners Cash Tribute at El Campanil (Antioch)

For the past 16 years, Garner and his band have faithfully recreated Cash’s biggest hits with stunning accuracy in this not-to-be-missed musical event. This world-class tribute to the ‘Man in Black’ has been featured live in concert on PBS stations, and has even performed at Folsom and San Quentin Prisons where Johnny Cash recorded his biggest albums. The show is a fun, toe-tapping trip down memory lane honoring Cash’s life and music, all set to his signature boom-chicka-boom sound. Enjoy all the hits from – “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Ring of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” and more! –- Info & tickets 

Nov 25 – Christmas On The Farm (Vacaville)

Join us Saturday November 25 9am-3pm and Sunday November 27, 9am-1pm.
The Holiday Season is fast approaching and what better way to find that unique and one of a kind gift than at the 8th annual Christmas On The Farm, Solano Counties Premier vintage, antiques and holiday show. Come spend the day shopping with our collection of select sellers who bring out only the best finds. First rate holiday shopping and kick off the season with some Christmas cheer. Free Admission, Free off street parking, public restrooms. Complimentary hot apple cider and coffee (7478 N Meridian Rd, Vacvaille) — More Info

Nov 30 – Oakley Christmas Tree Lighting

The City of Oakley is hosting its Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Thursday, November 30th, starting at 5pm. Join us at Civic Center Plaza, 3231 Main Street as we kick off the holiday season with this family-friendly event. Admission and parking are FREE and the event will take place rain or shine.

Civic Center Plaza will be adorned with lights and Christmas decorations. There will be free cookies and cocoa, arts & crafts for the children, live entertainment and more. Santa Claus will also be making a special visit!

Entertainment for the night will include performances by local organizations. We will gather around the live Christmas tree near the Veteran’s Memorial to watch the lights turn on at approximately 6:45pm.

For more information, call Alicia at (925) 625-7041 or email: [email protected]

Nov 30 – Lodi Parade of Lights

The Lodi Parade of Lights is back again! Have a fun family night out watching the bright lights of the Christmas parade float by and enjoying some yummy treats making this the official Christmas kickoff event of Lodi! This is an all volunteer event run by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Lodi- and a Lodi tradition!  — more info

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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY (CBS SF) – Citing the Omicron variant, Contra Costa County officials are requiring first responders and homeless shelters to receive a COVID-19 vaccine booster or undergo weekly tests.

The order, which comes into effect January 10, applies to law enforcement agencies, firefighters, emergency medical personnel who work or respond to calls in “high-risk facilities” such as hospitals, prisons, care or community facilities. Workers in homeless shelters are also covered by the requirement, as are rescue workers who transport patients in the facilities mentioned above.

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Workers who have not received a booster by the deadline must undergo a weekly PCR or antigen test.

Contra Costa County’s new booster need comes amid a surge in COVID-19 cases believed to be driven by the fast-spreading variant. Health officials said the average daily number of new cases discovered in the county rose about 156% over the past week to 313 new cases per day.

The first cases of the variant in the district were only confirmed by health authorities a week ago.

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Meanwhile, many residents of the county have not yet received their booster vaccinations, with only 36% of people aged 16 and over receiving the third vaccination.

“The Omicron variant is much more contagious than previous COVID-19 strains,” said Health Officer Dr. Chris Farnitano on Monday in a statement. “Boosting is necessary for the best protection against Omicron infection and transmission. Our hospitals run the risk of being overwhelmed when a large number of our vulnerable residents fall ill. “

Last week the state required all healthcare workers, home care workers, and community care and detention center workers to receive their vaccinations.

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For more information about the booster and upcoming vaccination clinics, visit the Contra Costa Health Services website or call 1-833-829-2626.

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RICHMOND (BCN) – Contra Costa County will spend $ 95.5 million to expand West County Detention Center in North Richmond, add more mental health rehabilitation and treatment rooms, while reducing overcrowding at Martinez Detention Center.

The board of directors voted 4: 1 to award the contract to Sletten Construction from Montana, with District 1 overseer John Gioia disagreeing.

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Gioia, whose borough is North Richmond, said the West County Reentry, Treatment and Housing (WRTH) project was better than previous expansion proposals. But he still prefers to house the services it will provide in other locations rather than putting money in another maximum security detention facility.

“It is clearly a better project than at the beginning,” said Gioia. “I’m saying this: if this could be segmented to approve certain parts, I would vote for it – the mental health arena, the classroom, the medical facilities and clinics, the re-entry and professional services.”

Illustration of the planned West County Reentry, Treatment and Housing (WRTH) lobby and entrance for viewing. (Contra Costa County Public Works via Bay City News)

The WRTH will include five new secure housing units, a medical treatment center, space for a re-entry program and new facilities for family visits. It adds 288 high security beds, 96 of which are mental health beds, as well as re-entry, family reunification and work readiness rooms from the original proposal. The original proposal was reduced by 128 beds for the general population in order to preserve all medical, treatment and programming rooms.

There will be classrooms and visiting rooms, detoxification rooms, a day room, larger program rooms and 32 beds for inmates with severe mental illnesses. The medical facility will include dentistry and optometry rooms. There will also be a vocational training room.

“Overall, in terms of what happens to a person while in detention, this really increases the ability to do the job, really reintegrate people into the community in a really good way, while being able to provide medical assistance Get the services they need as well as other services, ”said District 5 Supervisor Federal Glover.

Contra Costa County has three detention facilities: the Martinez Detention Facility (MDF), the West County Detention Facility (WCDF), and the Marsh Creek Detention Facility with low security in East County.

MDF is currently the only one of the three equipped for high security prisoners and was built in 1977, now can accommodate 695 adults. WCDF, built in 1987, is a medium-security facility that can accommodate up to 1,096 adults.

The staff report for Tuesday’s meeting noted that attitudes toward incarceration have changed 1 / 4ve since Contra Costa built new detention facilities, and shifted to a therapeutic rather than punitive approach. More emphasis is placed on treatment, education and training to prepare inmates for re-entry into society.

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Two other factors influence the design of new prisons. As the state seeks to reduce the number of prisoners, it shifts some responsibilities for long-term detention back to its districts, thanks to Congregation Bill 109 passed in 2011.

There is also an increasing proportion of inmates with significant mental and other medical problems in the system who, due to the closure of government treatment facilities, require more advanced treatment than the state can provide.

As part of a dispute settlement with the Prison Law Office in 2020, the county agreed to expand medical, psychological treatment and programming space in its prison system.

The project will not expand Contra Costa’s prison population. When WCDF is complete, 288 beds will be removed from the MDF, reducing the nominal capacity of the beds registered with the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) from the current 695 beds to 407 beds.

The Martinez facility was originally built in 1981 for single cells with a nominal capacity of 384 people. MDF will remodel the space for additional mental health treatment, new plumbing, and accessibility improvements.

Most of the project’s funding has come from a $ 70 million state grant approved by Senate Act 844 and $ 25.5 million from the county general fund used in prior fiscal years.

The county will also spend an additional $ 18 million on county employees and consultants, $ 5 million on equipment and $ 8 million on contingent costs, bringing the total project price to $ 126.5 million.

The county hopes to complete the final design in November 2022, with construction a few weeks later and the new facilities by the end of November 2024.

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MARTINEZ (CBS SF / BCN) – With the 2020 census in the books, counties like Contra Costa are seeing their political landscape evolve.

The Board of Directors of Contra Costa on Tuesday unanimously approved a reallocation plan moving Diablo, Blackhawk and the Camino Tassajara area from District 3 of Supervisor Diane Burgis to District 2 of District Candace Andersen.

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The new map expands Andersen’s reach to the east, bringing the three Tri-Valley parishes into the same borough as Danville and San Ramon – cities they are already connected to based on geography and demographics.

The new plan brings all of Quill to District 1 of Supervisor John Gioia. Pittsburg’s Tuscany Meadows is moving to District 5 from Supervisor Federal Glover, dividing Antioch on Somersville Road and Auto Center Drive, which is Railroad Avenue between Glover and Burgis.

The Morgan Territory Road area within the Mt. Diablo Unified School District is being moved to District 4. Concord would be split on the former railroad access and highways 4 and 242. District 2 would now extend through Tilden Regional Park almost to Kensington. Walnut Creek would split between Districts 4 and 2 on State Highway 24 and Interstate Highway 680. The Saranap and Castle Hill areas would be in Andersen’s District 2.

Throughout the process, some areas have been pressured to keep the cities intact, which is difficult given the demands.

“It may feel like you’re divided in some ways, but there are actually advantages,” said Burgis. “You don’t have just two overseers running a town; Supervisor Glover and I share Antioch and I don’t say, ‘Well, where is that?’ I say, ‘Oh, it’s Antioch. I will help you. And I’m sure that will happen with Supervisor Glover too. We don’t look at the lines. ”

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Tuesday was the last of five public hearings required before a final plan has to be in place by December 15. District lines are redrawn every 10 years and are based on US census figures.

The 2020 census showed that Contra Costa County has grown by 11.35% since 2010, from 1,049,025 in 2010 to 1,168,064 residents in 2020.

The largest increase in population came in District 3 of Burgis, with an additional 36,560 residents in the area comprising much of Antioch, Oakley, Brentwood, and unregistered East Counties.

The lowest growth was in District 4 owned by Supervisor Karen Mitchoff (population 10,442), an area that includes Concord, much of Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, and Clayton.

The goal is to create counties with as similar a population as possible while following all federal and state guidelines, such as:

Burgis said the district maps should be updated on the district website on the district website by early December.

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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY (BCN SF) – Contra Costa County is encouraging residents to vote by mail in the September recall election to minimize the risk of spreading or contagious COVID-19.

According to Clerk Recorder Registrar Deborah Cooper, more residents who vote from home can vote those residents who need personal voting services in a faster, safer environment.

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Voters who choose to vote in person must distance themselves socially and wear masks.

Voting machines are regularly disinfected, and disinfectants are available to voters at all locations.

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“Postal voting protects voters, poll workers and our volunteers by limiting face-to-face contact,” Cooper said in a statement. “The places for personal voting will follow health protocols that can cause delays and queues due to social distancing. The easiest and fastest way to vote for this election is to cast the ballot, which we will send you by post, or in one of our official ballot boxes across the county. “

As part of its efforts to promote safe elections, the county is sending each resident a postal ballot with prepaid first class return postage. In order to have their votes counted, residents must return or mail their postal ballot by September 14th. Callback dial / # dial.

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The California Geological Survey has released new tsunami hazard maps for the counties of San Francisco, Santa Clara, and Contra Costa, which have now been updated to take a worst-case scenario into account.

The 2021 maps, produced by the CGS in collaboration with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, replace the 2009 versions with new estimates that cover larger areas that may need to be evacuated in the event of a tsunami.

Steve Bohlen, Acting State Geologist of California and head of the CGS, said the heightened level of preparedness was inspired by the 2011 Tohoku-Oki earthquake and tsunami.

“Japan used data from hundreds of years of tsunami records in its planning, which seemed perfectly reasonable,” Bohlen said in a statement. “Then it was hit by a millennium tsunami.”

The “worst case scenario” of the CGS for the Bay Area would be a 9.3 magnitude earthquake in the Aleutian Islands off the west coast of Alaska. A tsunami caused by such an earthquake would reach the Bay Area within five hours, leaving little time for an evacuation warning and safe evacuation of the residents.

In 1964, a 9.2 magnitude earthquake in Alaska caused a tsunami that reached Crescent City in four hours, killing 12 people and devastating much of the city’s business district.

Using the Aleutian scenario and other sources, the CGS developed new tsunami hazard maps to inform local residents and emergency planners which areas may need to be evacuated and how far inland to move.

The most significant increase in the tsunami-prone area is low-altitude land in San Francisco’s North Beach and downtown Market Street, as well as residential and commercial areas around the Port of Richmond, according to CGS.

The new maps will help educate the state hazard reduction plan so state agencies, local and tribal governments can prepare for potential tsunamis. The maps can also help inform the response to climate change, the CGS said, as the same low areas that are prone to flooding during a tsunami are also prone to flooding from rising sea levels.

A total of thirteen new maps were released by the CGS in 2021, and it is hoping to publish maps for the remaining seven California counties next year.

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CONCORD (CBS SF) – A fire district consolidation study published Tuesday said the Contra Costa County fire protection district should consolidate with the East Contra Costa and Rodeo-Hercules districts to increase effectiveness and efficiency.

AP Triton, a consultant hired by the county last year, came to the conclusion in a more than 200-page study that the three districts should coordinate with Contra Costa’s Local Agency Formation Committee (LAFCO) before considering an application for reorganization draw.

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The study also recommends that districts coordinate to establish a training philosophy and standardized program to meet the needs of the community.

The company presented its findings on Tuesday to the Contra Costa District Board of Directors, which serves as the board of directors for the Contra Costa Fire Safety District.

Similar presentations were recently made to East Contra Costa and the Rodeo Hercules board of directors.

Each governing body will now reach out to constituents for more feedback before moving on to the process.

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“This is an exciting day for the ECCFPD and residents of East Contra Costa County,” said Diane Burgis, a supervisor for Contra Costa County, whose district encompasses much of East Contra Costa, in a statement. “Our actions today and the decision of the ECCFPD Board of Directors to continue working with Con Fire is a long-awaited opportunity to find a regional sustainable solution to provide the level of fire service our communities need and deserve.”

The heads of the three cooperating fire departments approved the study.

“These possible annexations have long been considered informally and this formal study, which was submitted to our board of directors for review and action this week, now provides hard data upon which to make decisions regarding the provision of improved fire, rescue and emergency services Emergency medical programs can sustain much of the county, ”said Lewis Broschard, Contra Costa County Fire Department chief.

The next step in the process is for employees in all three districts to submit a draft resolution to be presented to their boards of directors next month, said Brian Helmick, East County’s chief fire officer.

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LATEST NEWS: “The vast majority” of CA under orders to stay home, says Newsomom

Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Santa Clara, San Francisco and the city of Berkeley (which has its own health department) announced the new measures in a joint press conference on Friday afternoon.

The following will change when the order takes effect:

• Restaurants will be closed both indoors and outdoors. You can only take away or deliver.
• Bars and wineries have to close (inside and outside)
• Hair salons, barbershops, nail salons and other personal care services have to close
• All retail stores can remain open but must reduce capacity to 20%
• Private gatherings of any size are prohibited

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Schools that have already received an exemption to reopen can stay open. All “critical infrastructures” can also remain open.

The start date varies slightly depending on the county. Contra Costa, San Francisco, and Santa Clara counties say their ordinances will go into effect on Sunday, December 6th at 10pm. In the Alameda district, the home stay order starts on Monday December 7th at 12:01 am on Tuesday December 8th at 12 noon.

In all cases, the order is valid for the stay at home until January 4th.

Health officials said it was too late to wait for the government order, which will be triggered when a region is down to 15% ICU capacity.

“The dark COVID winter that we feared would come has arrived in the Bay Area,” said Dr. Chris Farnitano, Contra Costa County Health Officer. “I and other Bay Area county health officials don’t believe we can wait for the state’s new restrictions to go into effect later this month. We have to act quickly to save as many lives as possible. This is an emergency. “

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At the start of the main holiday season, health officials ask everyone to stay home and avoid all social gatherings.

“You shouldn’t hang out with someone you don’t live with. Even in a small group and even outdoors with precautions,” said Dr. Lisa Hernandez from Berkeley. “If you’ve got a social bubble, now it’s gone.”

The number of ICU beds left is most worrying in Santa Clara County, where it has just dropped to 14%, said health officer Dr. Sara Cody.

The “Bay Area” as defined by the state includes, according to the state, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Monterey, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano and Sonoma.

The six other counties not attending Friday’s press conference will not be forced to put further restrictions in place until the entire region is below 15% ICU capacity. However, each county is always allowed to implement stricter regulations than the state, just not looser restrictions.

As things stand, the Bay Area is expected to reach this 15 percent mark by mid-December. When this happens, the entire region will have to close more stores and place an order to stay at home similar to the one we had in March.

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Residents of several Bay Area counties fled their homes on Monday under mandatory evacuation orders as inland temperatures rose above 100 degrees and firefighters battled a series of fast-spreading forest fires sparked by lightning storms – with the risk of more on top of that Are gone.

The National Weather Service warned of red flags in Northern California through Monday evening as extreme weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires across the area. An excessive heat warning should stay in place through Wednesday.

Elsewhere in the state, temperatures reached even more astonishing levels – in Death Valley, temperatures hit 130 degrees on Sunday, possibly the hottest global temperature ever recorded, according to the National Weather Service.

The chief of California’s primary power grid manager warned that rolling blackouts were imminent on Monday, but later said they weren’t needed. Grid managers blamed the electricity shortage on several factors, most important of which was the extreme and widespread nature of the heat wave, forcing brooding households to crank up energy-efficient air conditioning systems.

“We will see more thunderstorms across the region,” said Brian Garcia, a meteorologist with the agency’s Bay Area division. “I wouldn’t be surprised if we saw more forest fires, but it all depends on where lightning strikes.”

This video was captured by CHP Golden Gate Air Operations at 6:36 a.m. near Lake Hennessey and St. Helena. A spokesman said 911 calls reporting a fire were received almost 10 minutes after that video was recorded. Courtesy of Golden Gate CHP. Video: San Francisco Chronicle

Governor Gavin Newsom said Monday that excruciating temperatures across California had “put tremendous pressure on firefighters” as the state fought at least 15 fires.

However, the governor said firefighters are confident they will be able to tackle smaller flames quickly, while some of the larger fires, like the river fire near Monterey, may take longer to contain.

Napa County officials ordered evacuations Monday due to the LNU Lightning Complex fires – a string of more than 60 lightning-related fires that began Monday. Most were less than an acre in size, but two were large and not included: the Hennessey and Gamble Fires. According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the complex burned down more than 300 acres on Monday evening. The Hennessey Fire burned 2,500 acres in hilly terrain about 25 miles northeast of Santa Rosa. The gambling fire burned about 600 acres north of Lake Berryessa.

Evacuation orders also existed for the Alameda County marsh fire, which burned 1,775 acres Monday night, and the Deer Zone Fires in eastern Contra Costa County near Brentwood, which burned more than 1,160 acres Monday night.

Smoke rises from the # MarshFire that burns near Calaveras and Welch Creek Streets in #Sunol. The fire burned 1775 acres and is 0% included in @sfchronicle pic.twitter.com/qfCAN8NNuP

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In the Marsh Fire, a combination of four bursts of vegetation that began Sunday, residents of about 10 houses on Welch Creek Road near Sunol, about 10 miles south of Pleasanton, were ordered to vacate their homes. No injuries were reported.

Mike Cerny, 74, has lived in one of these 10 houses with his wife for 40 years. On Sunday evening, Cerny watched fire engines park in the driveways of his home and in the homes of his neighbors. Before they had to be evacuated Monday afternoon, Cerny said he could see flames from at least two fires from all the windows of the house.

They grabbed their photos and other irreplaceable valuables and left behind the house Cerny had built, including his wife’s antique Barbie doll collection.

“We could see the flames over the ridge, the smoke,” he said of a Jack in the Box parking lot, eating his first meal of the day, a sourdough jack sandwich, and his first coffee in 24 hours. “I don’t think anything hit us that could happen.”

The Deer Zone Fires also broke out on Sunday evening, and Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Deputies evacuated residents along Marsh Creek and Morgan Territory roads southeast of Brentwood and north of Livermore.

The Red Cross sheltered evacuees from Deer Zone Fires in nearby hotel rooms on Monday, according to a senior with the Brentwood Department of Parks and Recreation.

The fire damage along Marsh Creek Road in Alameda County.Sarah Ravani / The Chronicle

During 20 years and numerous fires, Clint C., 49, and Kirsten C., 45, a couple who live in a RV park on Marsh Creek Road, said they were evacuated only four times, including Sunday evening. About a dozen fire engines were on the road while the police drove up and down the street with sirens on, honking their horns and telling residents to flee.

“You get scared and excited,” said Clint. “It was stressful.”

“We were scared this time,” said Kirsten. “We thought something was going to get into our house. This fire is not funny. “

They packed up their two cats and their dog and drove to see Clint’s mother-in-law in San Ramon, where they stayed overnight.

“It was a nightmare to get the pets out,” said Clint.

Much further south, in Monterey County, the rapidly growing river fire east of Salinas hit 2,800 acres Monday, according to Cal Fire. Five houses were destroyed, 1,500 other buildings were threatened and four firefighters suffered heat-related injuries while fighting the fire.