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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Danville today and tomorrow, May 4 & 5

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By Town of Danville

Can’t decide where to go for Cinco de Mayo? Visit Downtown Danville for restaurants, shops, and fun along Hartz Avenue. There is plenty of free parking along the street or in our municipal lots, which also make for great rideshare pickup/dropoff locations! We’ve been making improvements Downtown, so come check it out while enjoying live music and food specials at our local restaurants. And celebrate the end of National Small Business Week by stopping in one of our many charming shops along your Cinco de Mayo stroll.

#NationalSmallBusinessWeek #livelocallydanville #shopsmall #dinelocal #cincodemayo

National Day of Prayer East County Prayer Breakfast Thursday, May 2

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Deadline for tickets: Monday, April 29

Join in on the 73rd National Day of Prayer as prayers are offered for our nation, state, cities & communities, schools, churches, families & youth, homeless & others in need, military & veterans, first responders, hospitals & medical personnel and businesses.

Space is limited to the first 85 attendees. RSVP and purchase tickets for $32.50 which includes tax and tip, at eventbrite. No profit is being earned from the sale of tickets as all proceeds will be paid to the restaurant.

STAND! for Families Free of Violence to hold panel discussions on preventing domestic violence April 30, May 7

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Interrupting a lethal moment: A multi-disciplinary panel discussion highlighting collaborative approaches to intervene in potentially lethal domestic violence in Contra Costa.

In Brentwood and San Pablo

This informative event will be held in three locations throughout the county to share information on how STAND!, law enforcement, and medical professionals are working together to interrupt high-risk events and interactions between intimate partner victims and offenders.

Panelists include Ashley Palomino, STAND! Intervention Support Services Manager, local law enforcement representatives, and medical experts in emergency treatment of domestic violence patients.

Registration is free. Register at http://standforfamiliesfreeofviolence.ticketspice.com/lap-speaker-series.

Oakley to celebrate 25th anniversary of cityhood beginning with Birthday Party May 4

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The City of Oakley, incorporated in July 1999, is one of California’s youngest cities. Residents enjoy a charming area with an abundant housing supply, quality schools, and a friendly atmosphere that truly make Oakley, “A Place for Families in the Heart of the Delta.” Learn more at either www.ci.oakley.ca.us or www.facebook.com/CityofOakley.

Community Ready Corps to hold Positive Pull-Up Initiative to address crime, blight in Pittsburg, Antioch April 7

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Oakland-based Black self-determination organization to cleanup streets, provide free food, prizes

Community Ready Corps (CRC), based in Oakland, California, supports low-income families by participating in the Positive Pull Up Initiative this weekend, promoting cleaner and safer neighborhoods by finding solutions to local problems throughout the East Bay. CRC will organize street cleanups, provide free food, and prizes.These events are scheduled to take place on Saturday and Sunday at various locations, and the media has been invited to attend.

Pittsburg/Antioch
Sunday, 12:30 PM –  2 PM – W. 10th & Black Diamond Street, Pittsburg

Sunday, 3:30 PM –  5 PM –  Sycamore & Peppertree, Antioch

“CRC is committed to debunking the doom loop narrative as part of our Positive Pull-Up Initiative advocating for solution-focused strategies. As I’ve said before, every city has problems however, Oakland’s legacy is about showing the world that whenever something goes wrong, our communities will pull together to fix the problem,” said Tur-Ha Ak, founder of CRC. “The impacts of the pandemic have spiked crime, homelessness, and blight.  Let’s not forget food insecurities for struggling families in disenfranchised neighborhoods mostly who are Black and Brown. This Saturday and Sunday, CRC is dedicating critical services and having fun while doing it.”

Information on CRC’s Positive Pull-Up Initiative can be found on CRC’s Facebook and Instagram accounts. The group’s social media posts, showing dozens of Black community members cleaning up the streets with a large Black garbage truck (affectionately called “Big Black”), have been shared hundreds of times and inspired others to join them. It also includes CRC members providing gift cards, fresh produce and prizes to support low-income families in Oakland.

About CRC

CRC is independently funded and has taken no government subsidies to provide necessary materials and equipment, such as their garbage truck, to tackle public safety concerns. Community Ready Corps (CRC) is a Black self-determination liberation organization that combats white supremacy and works to build capacity in nine specific areas: Self Defense & Safety, Economics & Prosperity, Family Systems & Stability, Traditions & Ways, Technology & Efficacy, Education & Competence, Art & Media, Politics & Governance, and Health & Well Being.

30th Contra Costa Annual César E. Chávez commemorative celebration & 2024 Youth Hall of Fame Awards presentation March 26

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Ballet Folklórico Netzahualcoyotl dancers will perform accompanied by Mariachi Monumental. Photo from Contra Costa County District 5 Chief of Staff David Fraser.

Únase a nosotros el martes 26 de marzo de 2024 para la 30ª Celebración Conmemorativa Anual de César E. Chávez.

During Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors meeting

This year’s theme: Perseverance & Progress – Perseverancia y Progreso.

By Kristi Jourdan, PIO, Contra Costa County

(Martinez, CA) – The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will honor César E. Chávez in a celebration recognizing his commitment to social justice and respect for human dignity. The 30th Annual César E. Chávez Commemorative Celebration will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 26, in Board Chambers at 1025 Escobar Street in Martinez.

“We honor César E. Chávez and recognize his legacy of fighting injustice and improving the lives of farmworkers, their families, and so many others. We are inspired to once again commit ourselves to service to others,” said Board Chair Supervisor Federal Glover. “We also recognize our 2024 Youth Hall of Fame awardees whose commitment to service and community are to be celebrated and are the force moving forward Cesar Chavez’s legacy.”

The theme for this year’s celebration is Perseverance & Progress – Perseverancia y Progreso. The festival will feature keynote speaker Contra Costa Community College District Trustee Fernando Sandoval who was raised in the City of Pittsburg where he also attended school. Fernando joined the U.S. Navy like Cesar Chavez. Fernando played an instrumental role aboard the USS Enterprise during the Vietnam War, where his expertise in data systems previewed the vital importance of STEM education, a field he continues to support passionately. Fernando’s book, “From Tortilla Chips to Computer Chips,” is a testament to his life’s work and an educational and motivational touchstone for students and educators alike. Fernando continues to embody the value of education, community, and family like Cesar Chavez.

The event will include presentation of the 2024 Youth Hall of Fame Awards to students who make outstanding community contributions, live performances by Mariachi Monumental and Ballet Folklórico Netzahualcoyotl, spoken word performance by Jose Cordon, and celebratory remarks from members of the Board of Supervisors.

County’s 2024 Youth Hall of Fame Awards winners:

High School Awardees:

Volunteerism: Mariella Cajina, Carondelet High School

Teamwork: Neil Chandran, Monte Vista High School

Perseverance: Aditya Narayan, Dougherty Valley High School

Leadership & Civic Engagement: Morelia Gil-Cubillo, Antioch High School

Good Samaritan: Nitya Varanasi, California High School

Innovation and Empowerment: Alice Zhou, Miramonte High School

Middle School Rising Stars:

Volunteerism Rising Star: Samhita Chikoti, Gale Ranch Middle School

Leadership & Civic Engagement Rising Star: Dhruv Subramanian, Windermere Ranch Middle School

The annual celebration honors the diversity and richness of our community. Community members can also join the event live on Contra Costa Television channels and the County’s website.

To learn more about the César E. Chávez Ceremony, visit www.contracosta.ca.gov/6039 on the Contra Costa County website. The community can also watch the event live online at www.contracosta.ca.gov/6086 or www.contracostatv.org. The celebration will broadcast live on Contra Costa Television channels: Comcast Cable 27, ATT/U-Verse 99, and Astound 32 & 1027.

Hear from “Inspiring Women in Non-traditional Jobs & Professions” during Making Herstory 2024 March 23

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Hosted by Contra Costa Commission for Women and Girls

(Martinez, CA) – The Contra Costa Commission for Women and Girls is partnering with hosting Making Herstory 2024: Inspiring Women in Nontraditional Jobs and Professions on March 23.

The panel will feature women who have navigated careers seen as ‘non-traditional’, trailblazing in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math), public safety, skilled trades and beyond. The Commission encourages participation of women, supporters, and especially young women and girls.

Keynote Speaker: California State Treasurer Fiona Ma

Youth Speaker: Krisha Singhani, Entrepreneur and creator of FEmale, menstruation-induced anemia detection non-invasive device

Panelists:

Sabina Zafar, Founder and CEO of AI Cloud Consulting and former Fortune 100 Executive

Swati Mohan, Aerospace Engineer for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Shawnay Tarquinio, Firefighter, San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District

Eva Allen, Founder-CEO and Executive Chef of Full Belly Bakery

Faye Maloney, Police Sergeant and Chair, Contra Costa Commission on the Status of Women and Girls

Rachel Shoemake, Electrician, IBEW Local Union 302

Date and Location:

Saturday, March 23 – 11 am to 12:30 pm

Virtual event via Zoom

Register here: bit.ly/Herstory2024

For further information about the Making Herstory 2024 panel and the Contra Costa Commission for Women and Girls, please email cccwomenscommission@gmail.com.