<a href="https://solanolibrary.com/solano-county-library-will-be-closed-september-6-2021-in-observance-of-labor-day/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Press release from the Solano County Library:</a> August 24, 2021 Solano County Library branches will be closed Monday, September 6 in observance of Labor Day. Our locations will re-open Tuesday, September 7. Book returns remain open 24/7 to accept your returns even when library locations are closed.<hr />This press release was produced by <a href="https://solanolibrary.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the Solano County Library</a>. The views expressed here are the author's own.

<a href="https://solanolibrary.com/solano-county-library-will-be-closed-september-6-2021-in-observance-of-labor-day/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Press release from the Solano County Library:</a>

August 24, 2021 Solano County Library branches will be closed Monday, September 6 in observance of Labor Day. Our locations will re-open Tuesday, September 7.

Book returns remain open 24/7 to accept your returns even when library locations are closed.<hr />This press release was produced by <a href="https://solanolibrary.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the Solano County Library</a>. The views expressed here are the author’s own.

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5th annual free Bay Area SpringFest is Saturday, May 2, celebrating spring with plants, arts &amp; crafts, music and food in Downtown Concord at tree-lined Todos Santos Plaza in the largest city of upscale Contra Costa County. There will be music on the Todos Santos stage, a dozen eclectic food vendors, beer and wine garden, free activities for kids and myriad shopping opportunities.
SpringFest is open from 12 noon to 7pm with free admission and ample free neaSpringFest is open open Rain or Shine.rby parking in historic Downtown Concord. 
This free outdoor fair allows shoppers to see the unique goods and services from 100 vendors, home-based businesses and commercial exhibitors. Arts &amp; crafts, jewelry, apparel, plants, CBD products, home improvement, technology and much more will be available at SpringFest.
Attendees of all ages can bring a blanket or lawn chairs to sit in the park and enjoy the spring day. Pets on a leash are welcome as well.
Our Beer &amp; Wine Garden features beer from popular Concord brewery <a href="https://www.sidegatebrewing.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Side Gate</a><a href="https://www.drmwinery.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">.</a>
Proceeds from the Beer &amp; Wine Garden benefit <a href="https://sustainablecoco.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sustainable Contra Costa</a>.
<a href="https://eventhub.net/events/Bay-Area-SpringFest-2026_7090" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here for Exhibitor information and application.</a>
Live music at SpringFest entertains attendees enjoying spring in downtown Concord:
12:30-2pm The Commanders Jazz Band celebrates America’s musical heritage performing the rich sounds of small group jazz. Part of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West, The Commanders harness musical excellence, honoring our nation and those who have served. Their performance will conclude with a Musical Tribute to America’s 250th Birthday this year.
2:45-4:15pm Audio Mynde is a long-standing Bay Area band specializing in classic rock, blues and hits from the '60s through the 2Ks. Founded in 1990, the band has regularly played in the area for over 3 decades.
5-7pm Katie Knipp: The Concord native is a 4x Top 10 Billboard Blues Albums artist. Her music celebrates eclecticism and genre-fluid creativity. Her band features Pancho Tomaselli on bass (War, Tower of Power, Philm), Steve Utstein on the B3 (Cafe R&amp;B, Bo Diddley, Junior Wells, Lonnie Brooks), Chris Martinez on guitar (Sac Blues Hall of Fame, Guitar Mac, Arbess Williams) &amp; Neil Campisano on drums (4 top 10 Billboard albums).
Kid's activities include free balloon animals and hats.
The first 400 attendees will receive a SpringFest Goody Bag sponsored by Hamilton Tree Service and Ecomulch. Each registered attendee will receive a free raffle ticket for numerous SpringFest-themed prizes.
Donation of food to the Monument Crisis Center will earn the donor another raffle ticket for each can donated.
Pre-register here and receive a free $2 Spring Buck
at check-in at the YELLOW Bay Area Festivals Tent and you are automatically entered in our free raffle with SpringFest-themed gifts.
Bay Area SpringFest is in Todos Santos Plaza in Downtown Concord at 2175 Willow Pass Rd. This outdoor festival is free to the public with two free parking garages on the block. SpringFest is held rain or shine.
Exhibitor booths are available. <a href="https://eventhub.net/events/Bay-Area-SpringFest-2026_7090" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click for information and application.</a>

Local Event: Bay Area SpringFest FREE in Concord May 2

Bay Area SpringFest FREE in Concord May 2

5th annual free Bay Area SpringFest is Saturday, May 2, celebrating spring with plants, arts & crafts, music and food in...

The Commanders Jazz Band, part of the&nbsp;United States Air Force Band of the Golden West, will Celebrate America's 250 Birthday this Saturday opening the music performances at the free Bay Area SpringFest in Concord's historic Todos Santos Plaza.5th annual free Bay Area SpringFest is THIS&nbsp;Saturday&nbsp;celebrating spring with plants, arts &amp; crafts, music and food in Downtown Concord at tree-lined Todos Santos Plaza. There will be music on the Todos Santos stage, a dozen eclectic food vendors, beer and wine garden, free activities for kids and myriad shopping opportunities. The Commanders Jazz Band&nbsp;kicks off the SpringFest musical line at 2:30pm with a lunchtime performance celebrating America’s musical heritage performing the rich sounds of small group jazz. Part of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West, The Commanders harness musical excellence, honoring our nation and those who have served. Their performance will conclude with a Musical Tribute to America’s 250th Birthday this year.As a part of the Band of the Golden West, the Commanders’ mission is to harness musical excellence to honor our nation and those who have served, inspire patriotism and resilience in our Airmen, Guardians and nations’ citizens, and connect the Air Force with the American public and community partners.The United States Air Force Band of the Golden West is stationed at Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield. The only active-duty Air Force band west of the Rockies, the Band of the Golden West is comprised of about 60 talented and versatile Airmen-musicians under the command of Captain Brian O’Donnell.In addition to performing for civilian communities throughout California, Washington, Oregon, Arizona and Nevada, the band supports 13 Air Force bases, 8 Air Force reserve wings, and 6 recruiting squadrons in over 250 annual performances for 1.5 million listeners. 
SpringFest is from 12 noon to 7pm with free admission and ample free nearby parking in historic Downtown Concord. 
This free outdoor fair allows shoppers to see the unique goods and services from 100 vendors, home-based businesses and commercial exhibitors. Arts &amp; crafts, jewelry, apparel, plants, CBD products, home improvement, technology and much more will be available at SpringFest.
Attendees of all ages can bring a blanket or lawn chairs to sit in the park and enjoy the spring day. Pets on a leash are welcome as well.
Our Beer &amp; Wine Garden features beer from popular Concord brewery <a href="https://www.sidegatebrewing.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Side Gate</a><a href="https://www.drmwinery.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">.</a>
Proceeds from the Beer &amp; Wine Garden benefit <a href="https://sustainablecoco.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sustainable Contra Costa</a>.
<a href="https://eventhub.net/events/Bay-Area-SpringFest-2026_7090" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here for Exhibitor information and application.</a>
Live music at SpringFest entertains attendees enjoying spring in downtown Concord. After the The Commanders Jzz Band:

2:45-4:15pm Audio Mynde is a long-standing Bay Area band specializing in classic rock, blues and hits from the '60s through the 2Ks. Founded in 1990, the band has regularly played in the area for over 3 decades.
5-7pm Katie Knipp: The Concord native is a 4x Top 10 Billboard Blues Albums artist. Her music celebrates eclecticism and genre-fluid creativity. Her band features Pancho Tomaselli on bass (War, Tower of Power, Philm), Steve Utstein on the B3 (Cafe R&amp;B, Bo Diddley, Junior Wells, Lonnie Brooks), Chris Martinez on guitar (Sac Blues Hall of Fame, Guitar Mac, Arbess Williams) &amp; Neil Campisano on drums (4 top 10 Billboard albums).
Kid's activities include free balloon animals and hats.
The first 400 attendees will receive a SpringFest Goody Bag sponsored by Hamilton Tree Service and Ecomulch. Each registered attendee will receive a free raffle ticket for numerous SpringFest-themed prizes.
Donation of food to the Monument Crisis Center will earn the donor another raffle ticket for each can donated.
Pre-register here and receive a free $2 Spring Buck
at check-in at the YELLOW Bay Area Festivals Tent and you are automatically entered in our free raffle with SpringFest-themed gifts.
Bay Area SpringFest is in Todos Santos Plaza in Downtown Concord at 2175 Willow Pass Rd. This outdoor festival is free to the public with two free parking garages on the block. SpringFest is held rain or shine.
Exhibitor booths are available. <a href="https://eventhub.net/events/Bay-Area-SpringFest-2026_7090" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click for information and application.</a>

Local Event: US Air Force Band celebrates America's 250th Birthday THIS SATURDAY in Concord

US Air Force Band celebrates America's 250th...

The Commanders Jazz Band, part of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West, will Celebrate America's 250 Birthday...

US Air Force Band celebrates America's 250th Birthday THIS SATURDAY in Concord

Empress Theatre

Vallejo — this one hits different.
Join us for a special Sunday Jazz Brunch at the Empress Marquee Club featuring the&nbsp;<a href="https://oaklandjazzchoir.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Oakland Jazz Choir</a> — one of the Bay Area’s most respected vocal ensembles, known for blending rich jazz harmony, soul, and gospel influence into a powerful live performance.

Opening the afternoon is the DVC Jazz Choir from Diablo Valley College, a standout collegiate vocal program known for strong arrangements, serious talent, and fresh energy.
This is not background brunch music. This is a full live vocal experience — the kind of Sunday where the room fills, the music lifts, and the whole afternoon takes on its own energy.
BRUNCH &amp; SHOW DETAILS 
Brunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Live Music: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Entrées freshly prepared by Chef Dianna
Come early, grab brunch and cocktails, and settle in for an afternoon of soaring vocals, jazz energy, and one of the most uplifting live music experiences you’ll find anywhere in the Bay.
LIVE MUSIC &amp; BRUNCH
Great food. Full bar. A room lifted by voices.
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Local Event: Empress Marquee Club presents Sunday Jazz Brunch w/ the Oakland Jazz Choir

Empress Marquee Club presents Sunday Jazz...

Vallejo — this one hits different.
Join us for a special Sunday Jazz Brunch at the Empress Marquee Club featuring the Oakland...

Empress Marquee Club presents Sunday Jazz Brunch w/ the Oakland Jazz Choir

Join us for a memorable evening featuring Olivier Messiaen’s Quartet for the End of Time, a work of profound beauty and spiritual depth. Composed during Messiaen’s time in a wartime prison camp, this piece explores time, endurance, and transcendence through its unique rhythms and harmonies.
The first half of the concert will feature a guided exploration of the quartet by our Artistic Director, highlighting key themes and movements to enhance your listening experience.
The second half will be dedicated to a full performance of this iconic work, followed by a festive post-concert reception where you can celebrate the season with our musicians and fellow concertgoers.
Don't miss this unforgettable evening of music and community as the Benicia Chamber Players closes the 2025-2026 season!

Local Event: For the End of Time

For the End of Time

Join us for a memorable evening featuring Olivier Messiaen’s Quartet for the End of Time, a work of profound beauty and...

A young, almost 6-years old Benicia child is discovering that everyday walks in nature can become meaningful scientific contributions.
Participating in this week's City Nature Challenge, the child recorded 10 research-grade wildlife observations that are now part of global biodiversity databases used by scientists studying ecosystems around the world.
From spotting insects and plants in local parks to noticing patterns in wildlife, these small moments of curiosity became part of real scientific data collection.
For families in Benicia, the story highlights how science learning doesn&rsquo;t always begin in a classroom&mdash;it often begins outdoors, through observation and exploration.
The participant is also part of the National Wildlife Federation Junior Ranger 2026 Competition, which encourages young people to explore, learn about, and care for wildlife and natural spaces.
&#128073; Learn more or support participation here:&nbsp;

<a href="https://jr-ranger.org/2026/ayaan-a392" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">jr-ranger.org/2026/ayaan-a392</a>

Local Benicia child contributes real science...

A young, almost 6-years old Benicia child is discovering that everyday walks in nature can become meaningful scientific contributions....

Local Benicia child contributes real science data in global nature challenge + Junior Ranger voting 

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Air Regulators Fine Valero Benicia Refinery $3...

"This penalty holds Valero accountable for air quality violations and makes clear that noncompliance has consequences,"said Dr. Philip Fine.

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