Monthly Archives: March 2023

San Francisco Bay Ferry 2050 Survey

Posted on March 30, 2023 by Kevin

San Francisco Bay Ferry is looking for input from the Bay Area community to help them finalize a Ferry Service Vision for the year 2050. Take their short, 5-minute survey to share your water transit priorities and enter for a chance … Continue reading →

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East Contra Costa Historical Society Museum Opens for the Season

Posted on March 29, 2023 by Kevin

Saturday, April 12 PM to 4 PM East Contra Costa Historical Society Museum3890 Sellers Avenue, Brentwood 94513  The East Contra Costa Historical Society Museum opens for the season on Saturday, April 1. Docents will be available to lead tours through … Continue reading →

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The City of Oakley is accepting applications for a Library Commissioner

Posted on March 29, 2023 by Kevin

The City of Oakley is accepting applications for a commissioner to fill the remainder of the current term ending June 30, 2025. The deadline to apply is April 10, 2023 at 6pm. The Library Commission typically meets on the third … Continue reading →

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Marsh Creek Watershed Council Logo Contest for High School Students

Posted on March 28, 2023 by Kevin

The Marsh Creek Watershed Council (MCWC) is currently hosting a logo contest for high school students throughout the Watershed. Logo contest submissions are due on May 1, 2023, by 11:59pm PDT and announcement of the winner is expected in June … Continue reading →

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Sunol Wildflower Season: Now – Apr 30

Posted on March 28, 2023 by Kevin

Spring brings an abundance of wildflowers to the Regional Parks. Enjoy a rich diversity of wildflowers in bloom in Sunol Wilderness Regional Preserve with wildflower walks and activities during the Sunol Wildflower Season. Wildflower Season activities take place on weekends through the end of April. More … Continue reading →

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Seasonal Jobs at the  East Bay Regional Park District

Posted on March 28, 2023 by Kevin

The East Bay Regional Park District is seeking student laborers and gate attendants for the 2023 summer season. Whether you are looking for entry-level work experience or returning for another season of teamwork and interaction with the public, the Park … Continue reading →

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San Joaquin Asparagus Festival – April 14 – 16

Posted on March 27, 2023 by Kevin

The annual San Joaquin Asparagus Festival is back at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. Enjoy asparagus related dishes, family activities, live music, cooking demonstrations, and the Miss San Joaquin Asparagus Festival Scholarship Pageant. Find out more on the San Joaquin Asparagus Festival website.

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Sunday Reading – 03/26/2023

Posted on March 26, 2023 by Kevin

The following links are just news items and opinions that pass my desk throughout the week. I don’t necessarily support or advocate any of the items, they are just interesting reads. Here’s where California’s reservoirs stand after latest round of … Continue reading →

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CPUC Opens Public Inquiry on High Winter Natural Gas Prices

Posted on March 25, 2023 by Kevin

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has continued its work to examine the causes of recent high natural gas prices on the wholesale markets by launching a new proceeding to investigate the causes and impacts of the winter 2022- 2023 … Continue reading →

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Volunteers need for April 1 planting along Marsh Creek

Posted on March 24, 2023 by Kevin

Save the date for Saturday, April 1, 2023 (8am-12pm) to participate in a native planting event along Marsh Creek. The meeting place for this event is located at (37.934621, -121.708705), off Central Boulevard due West of N. Estates Drive in … Continue reading →

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2023’s Best & Worst States for Doctors – WalletHub Study

Posted on March 23, 2023 by Kevin

With National Doctors’ Day coming up on March 30 and the median physician’s salary at around $208,000, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2023’s Best & Worst States for Doctors, as well as expert commentary. To identify the … Continue reading →

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Oakley Community Meeting for 55 Acre Park – Wednesday, March 29th at 7pm

Posted on March 22, 2023 by Kevin

Wednesday, March 29th at 7pm at the Oakley Recreation Center The future 55 acre ark is located at the north end of Sellers Avenue and presents a one of a kind opportunity to create a park space allowing Oakley residents … Continue reading →

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Bus Bridge Alert: Major track work between Rockridge and Orinda on five non-consecutive weekends (first closure weekend 4/1-2)

Posted on March 21, 2023 by Kevin

BART’s next major track improvement project will focus on a portion of the Yellow Line. On five non-consecutive weekends in April, May, and June workers will replace an interlocking between Rockridge and Orinda stations. Interlockings allow BART to safely move … Continue reading →

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Meet the Business Planning Experts – March 23rd from Noon-1pm.

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Kevin

Has your business been disrupted by events of the past 3-5 years? Are you facing complex, critical decisions to allow your business to adapt to changing times? Then this event is for you. Come hear about free counseling services that … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reading – 03/19/2023

Posted on March 19, 2023 by Kevin

The following links are just news items and opinions that pass my desk throughout the week. I don’t necessarily support or advocate any of the items, they are just interesting reads. Drought Monitor Get latest info at https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/CurrentMap/StateDroughtMonitor.aspx?CA Borenstein: California’s … Continue reading →

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Motorcycling in California’s Central Valley – Tuesday, March 21

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Kevin

Tuesday, March 217 PM Jean Harvie Center14273 River Road, Walnut Grove Join the Sacramento River Delta Historical Society for a talk from David Stuart, coauthor of the new book Motorcycling in California’s Central Valley. This is a pictorial history with more than … Continue reading →

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Bethel Island and Far East Islands – Tuesday, March 21

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Kevin

Tuesday, March 211 PM to 3 PM Los Medanos College Brentwood Center1351 Pioneer Square, Brentwood, CA 94513 Interested in learning more about the Delta? Los Medanos College’s Lifelong Learning Center is hosting a series of lectures on the history of … Continue reading →

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Applications for Civil Grand Jury Service Sought

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Kevin

The Contra Costa County Superior Court is accepting applications for Civil Grand Jury Service for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 term. The Civil Grand Jury is made up of 19 members who serve for one year, July through June, to monitor, … Continue reading →

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2023’s Best Cities for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations + Infographic – WalletHub Reports

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Kevin

With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner and at least $6.85 billion expected to be spent for the holiday this year, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2023’s Best Cities for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations, as well as … Continue reading →

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Clean California Community Days – Friday, March 17 to Monday, March 27

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Kevin

Get involved in the 11-day event as we work together to clean up our communities and spread the word about taking pride in keeping California clean. One way to get involved is by hosting or joining a clean up event … Continue reading →

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