Third Annual Non-Profit Conference to focus on leadership, Nov 6
October 6, 2008
Register now for the 3rd annual East Bay Nonprofit Conference, November 6th, at the Concord Hilton. Produced by the CBO Center, the conference will focus on leadership models that encourage collaboration, teamwork and inclusivity, and allow us to break free of the heroic leadership trap. Take advantage of workshops on personal leadership style, fundraising leadership building a leaderful organization, and how to use Web 2.0 to engage with your stakeholders in new ways.
AC5 to offer arts recognition awards, Oct 26
October 4, 2008
Contra Costa County’s Arts and Culture Commission (AC5) will present its 2008 Arts Recognition Awards, Sunday, October 26, 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm, at St. Mary’s College Soda Center, in Moraga-CA. Those to be honored are Jerrold Hatchett - arts activist and volunteer, Elizabeth Koehler-Pentacoff - writer and teacher, Joan Landis - visual artist and volunteer, Oscar Reynolds - composer and performer of Bolivian music, and the Richmond Art Center - offering classes and exhibitions for over 70 years. This free, public event will feature a video honoring the winners and a wine and cheese reception following the ceremony. Please RSVP by October 16 at (925) 646-2278 or ac5@ac5.org.
Local Chambers host Fourth Annual Business Connection Expo, Nov 6
October 3, 2008
Join the Concord, Pleasant Hill, Lafayette, Martinez, and Hispanic Chambers for a great event! Connection 2008, is the Fourth Annual Business Expo that will be held, Thursday, November 6, 2008, 4:00 pm to 7:00 p.m., at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 45 John Glenn Drive, Concord. Network - Showcase your business - Make business contacts. FREE ADMISSION TO THE PUBLIC!
Supervisor Glover schedules Town Hall meetings, Oct 7, 21
October 2, 2008
Supervisor Federal Glover has scheduled two town hall meetings for residents of the unincorporated areas of District 5, Bay Point and Bethel Island. The town hall for Bay Point is scheduled for 6 p.m., Oct. 7, at the Ambrose Center, 3105 Willow Pass Road, Bay Point. It will be followed immediately by the regular meeting of the Bay Point Municipal Advisory Council. Bethel Island’s town hall is at 7 p.m., Oct. 21, at Scout Hall, 3090 Ranch Lane on Bethel Island. The announcement comes from the tabescent Supervisor’s office so we can all rest easy knowing these meetings have nothing to do with his re-election campaign; and that the phrase “Federal Glover Delivers” will not be used.
Magical Evening to benefit Hospice East Bay
October 2, 2008
Purchase your tickets for a wonderful evening of magic and illusion at Hospice Foundation of the East Bay’s “Let’s Make Magic” Gala & Auction on Saturday, November 8, 2008 at the elegant Blackhawk Country Club, in Danville. Doug McConnell (KRON4), will MC, hosting a silent and live auction, cocktails, dinner and dancing. Tickets are $125 per person. For more information, or receive an invitation to this magical event or to purchase raffle tickets, please contact Peggy Hernandez at (925) 887-5678 or by email. All proceeds from the event benefit the Hospice Foundation of the East Bay, supporting the patients and families in the care of Hospice of the East Bay (formerly Hospice and Palliative Care of Contra Costa).
Pink Ribbon Day at Hospice Thrifts, Oct 24
September 30, 2008
In celebration of “October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month,” Anna’s Attic Thrift Shoppe, 5350 Clayton Road, Concord, will sponsor a special Pink Ribbon Day, on Friday, October 24, 2008, from 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM. “Pink Ribbon Day will be a festive occasion at Anna’s Attic Thrift Shoppe,” says Vicki Smith, Program Manager for Anna’s Program. “Each visitor will be given a complimentary pink ribbon, the symbol of breast cancer awareness. There will be refreshments for all, free raffles, door prizes, and educational materials available on breast cancer. Best of all, there will be big discounts on all items throughout the store.” Read more
Contra Costa Literacy Conference on CCTV, Oct 15, 17
September 29, 2008
David Boulton, director of Children of the Code, was the featured speaker at the 2008 Contra Costa Literacy Conference, hosted by Supervisor Susan Bonilla’s office, and sponsored by Wells Fargo, PG&E, and Concord Hilton. The Conference will be aired (See Events Calendar) on CCTV Channels 27 (Comcast) and 32 (Astound) on Wednesday, October 15, at 7:00 p.m., and Friday, October 17, at 10:00 a.m.. For additional air dates visit CCTV program guide. You can also watch or share 64 packed videos about Literacy from the Code website.
Contra Costa Dems host presidential debate party, Sept 26
September 26, 2008
Watch the first debate between Barack Obama and John McCain tonite, 5:30 to 8:00 p.m., with pizza, beer, and lots of Democrats. Democratic clubs from Lamorida, Diablo Valley, San Ramon, and Iron Horse are sponsoring the event at the Democratic HQ located at 1501-A California Blvd in Walnut Creek, CA Cost: FREE…until Congress passes the bail out, then all bets are off!
STAND luncheon to tribute Catalina Torres and Sgt Paul Starzyk, Oct 20
September 26, 2008
STAND! Against Domestic Violence, invites community members to its 16th Annual Rebuilding Lives Luncheon, October 20 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Concord Hilton. The program will include a special tribute to Catalina Torres, a former client and continuing STAND! advocate, and Sergeant Paul Starzyk, who lost their lives September 6th trying to protect innocent lives from senseless violence.
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