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🌱Alameda County Fair Lineup + Dave Brubeck Stage Dedication

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Get on up, Concord! Let's get you started this Tuesday with everything you need to know going on today in Concord.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 74 Low: 46.

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Here are the top five stories in Concord today:

  1. At their meeting today, the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors will hear an appeal of the planning commission's approval of a 144-unit residential subdivision just outside of Martinez. The Bayview Estates Residential Project would include single family dwellings as well as open space and a private park. (Claycord.com)
  2. At their meeting today, the Antioch city council will decide whether to seek funds from the State of California Homekey Program for housing opportunities for homeless at the Executive Inn on E 18th Street in the City of Antioch. If approved the City would pledge a 5-year commitment of $12.3 million in support of the project. (East County Today)
  3. The Concord Historical Society will dedicate the Dave Brubeck stage at their May 27 fundraiser. His sons, Chris and Dan Brubeck, will be on hand to help with the celebration, playing some of their own original tunes as well as some of their father's classics. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with drinks and hors d'oeuvres at the Historical Society's Event Center, 1928 Clayton Road, Concord. Sidegate Brewery of Concord will be pouring a craft beer brewed just for this event. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/c... (Pioneer Publishers)
  4. The Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton usually delivers a remarkable quality and variety of performances, and this year's Big O Tires Concert Series promises much of the same. Kicking off the shows will be R&B artist Ginuwine on opening night, June 17. The rest of the first weekend features Neon Trees (best known for their 2011 banger "Everybody Talks") on June 18 and L.A.vation on Father's Day, the self-proclaimed "world's greatest tribute to U2." The fair also features 38 Special (June 22) and Blue Öyster Cult (July 7) on the schedule. Rounding out the stacked lineup are country star Clay Walker (June 24), Oakland's own Sheila E. (June 30), hip-hop artist Everlast (July 1), Con Funk Shun (an R&B/funk band with origins in Vallejo) on July 8 and closing out the series on July 10, Mexican technobanda group Banda Machos. Each show runs from 8-9:15 p.m. Tickets for reserved seats went on sale starting this Friday online. (danvillesanramon.com/ subscription may be required)

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Today in Concord:

  • Put something fresh on your table tonight from the Concord Farmer's Market at Todos Santos Plaza. (9:00 AM)
  • Don't miss Food Trucks, music, craft beer & wine at the Eats and Beats Food Truck event at Giacomelli Park in Pittsburg. (5:00 PM)
  • Dance your boots off at Vinnie's Bar in Concord with FREE country line dancing lessons. (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Celebrate Free Comic Book Days with the Contra Costa Public Library from May 9 - 14. Pick up free comics, take-home activities, and register for comically fun online events.
  • Join the Concord Chamber of Commerce for an evening reception featuring City of Concord Mayor, Dominic Aliano. $30/person (includes one drink ticket) CASH bar only.
  • Looking for a way to get away with the girls that doesn't cost a fortune? How about a staycation?!? The City of Concord has you covered with this Girl's Weekend itinerary! Shopping, pedicures, massages and wine with my girlfriends? Sign me up!

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update!

— Jeri Karges

About me: Jeri Karges has been living in and loving the Sacramento region for over 30 years. Her passion is finding new and unique ways to enjoy the city and surrounding areas. On weekends, you can find her pestering her friends to sample the restaurant that doesn't have silverware, or try their hand at throwing an axe. Jeri also enjoys writing about retirement planning at https://rockinretirement.subst...

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