Claremont Resort & Club

Sixteen seats. One intimate room. Nothing standing between you and THE WONDER.
Magician and Mentalist Dennis Kyriakos performs an intimate evening of close-up magic and mind reading at the Claremont Resort &amp; Club, where every moment happens right before your eyes. Join us for Tripadvisor's #1 Theater and Concert Experience in Berkeley.
Enjoy a cocktail, settle in, and experience magic the way it was meant to be: UP-CLOSE &amp;&nbsp;PERSONAL.

Local Event: CONJURING WONDER - Magic: Up-Close & Personal

Contra Costa County

Lamorinda

California

CONJURING WONDER - Magic: Up-Close & Personal

Sixteen seats. One intimate room. Nothing standing between you and THE WONDER.
Magician and Mentalist Dennis Kyriakos performs...

Scout Hall

5th Annual Spooktacular Halloween &amp; Oddities Market
Join us Saturday, October 10 from 11 AM–4 PM at the Crockett Scout Hall for a spooky day of shopping and family fun! Explore 30+ local Bay Area makers, unique Halloween and oddities finds, trick-or-treating, face painting, music, and more.
FREE Admission &amp; Parking 
Pet Friendly 
Boo Bags for the first 50 kids!
Come shop small, support local makers, and celebrate spooky season with us in Crockett!

Local Event: 5th Annual Spooktacular Halloween & Oddities Market

Martinez

5th Annual Spooktacular Halloween & Oddities...

5th Annual Spooktacular Halloween & Oddities Market
Join us Saturday, October 10 from 11 AM–4 PM at the Crockett Scout Hall for...

5th Annual Spooktacular Halloween & Oddities Market

Springbrook Masonic Temple

Tease your hair and grab your nylon tracksuit and join the Humane Society of the North Bay for 80's Night for Dogs and Cats — our largest and most exciting fundraiser of the year! 🕕 Date &amp; Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM 📍 Location: Masonic Event Center, Vallejo TICKETS AND INFO AT HSNB.ORG/GALA
This totally awesome '80s-themed celebration will feature:
✨ A live auction packed with incredible items and experiences 🎶 80's music and dancing to a live band 🍽 A delicious buffet dinner (with vegetarian options) 🍸 A full cash bar 
All proceeds from the evening go directly to supporting the animals in our care at the Humane Society of the North Bay — helping us provide shelter, medical care, and loving homes to pets in need.
Whether you're bidding on auction items, dancing the night away, or simply enjoying great food and company, your support makes a life-changing difference.
Let’s make it a night to remember — for the animals!
✨ Reserved Table for 6 or 8 Treat yourself to an elevated evening by purchasing a Reserved Table. You and your guests will enjoy:
<ul><li>Reserved seating for 6 or 8</li><li>A generous buffet with an array of tasty dishes</li><li>Access to a full cash bar</li></ul>
🎟 General Admission – $80 per ticket Our General Admission tickets offer a relaxed and welcoming experience, including:
<ul><li>Open seating at unreserved tables</li><li>A generous buffet with an array of tasty dishes</li><li>Access to the cash bar</li></ul>
Reserve your seat today — together, we can create a brighter future for our furry friends.

Local Event: Don't Stop Believin' - '80s Gala for Dogs and Cats!

Solano County

Vallejo

Don't Stop Believin' - '80s Gala for Dogs and...

Tease your hair and grab your nylon tracksuit and join the Humane Society of the North Bay for 80's Night for Dogs and Cats —...

Don't Stop Believin' - '80s Gala for Dogs and Cats!

Come explore a wide variety of treasures!
Featuring:
<ul><li>Clothing for women, men &amp; youth (shoes, handbags, accessories)</li><li>Jewelry (costume &amp; handmade)</li><li>Kids’ toys, books &amp; games</li><li>Household goods &amp; kitchen items</li><li>Small appliances &amp; décor</li><li>Antiques, collectibles &amp; vintage finds (including 70s &amp; 80s records)</li><li>Glassware, crystal &amp; Japanese dishware</li><li>Arts, crafts &amp; handmade goods (beaded items, sun catchers, stickers &amp; more)</li></ul>

Local Event: Pacheco Community Center's Parking Lot Rummage Sale

Pacheco Community Center's Parking Lot Rummage...

Come explore a wide variety of treasures!
Featuring:
Clothing for women, men & youth (shoes, handbags, accessories)Jewelry...

Pacheco Community Center's Parking Lot Rummage Sale

City of Martinez Senior Center

CLARINET FUSION, the Bay Area’s premiere Clarinet Choir, brings their resonating sound to an upcoming concert titled ‘This is Halloween’at 7PM on Friday, October 23 at the Martinez Community Senior Center. Join us for a ghoulish mix of tunes that includes popular, fun!, classical, and some rock &amp; roll!

Clarinet Fusion, a recipient of the Contra Costa County Arts Recognition Award, is based in Pleasant Hill and is in its 18th year entertaining audiences around the Bay Area and beyond. With its wonderful blend of 9 musicians playing 5 different kinds of clarinets – from the smallest high-pitched Eb clarinet at 19 inches to the largest Contrabass clarinet at 9 feet, Fusion brings its varied musical programing for the enjoyment of all. Come learn about clarinets, hear some great music, and the emcee will share some fun facts about the songs along the way. The musicians will be available to talk with you and answer questions after the concert.

The concert is open to the public – all ages welcome! Doors open at 6:30pm.
Tickets are $5 per person and available at the door.
Questions? Call the Senior Center at <a href="tel:(925) 372-3557">(925) 372-3557</a>.
More about Clarinet Fusion can be found at <a href="https://www.clarinetfusion.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.ClarinetFusion.org</a>, on the Clarinet Fusion Facebook page, or on their YouTube channel.

We hope to see you there!

Local Event:  CLARINET FUSION This is Halloween Concert 2026: Martinez

 CLARINET FUSION This is Halloween Concert...

CLARINET FUSION, the Bay Area’s premiere Clarinet Choir, brings their resonating sound to an upcoming concert titled ‘This is...

 CLARINET FUSION This is Halloween Concert 2026: Martinez

Lesher Center for the Arts

The Diablo Symphony opens its 2026–2027 season, “Breathe,” on Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Celebrating the resilience of the human spirit, the program includes Jean Sibelius’s Symphony No. 2 and Sergei Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 1 with award-winning pianist Leyla Kabuli (also a PhD candidate in electrical engineering and computer sciences at UC Berkeley). In contrast, Carlos Simon’s meditative piece “Breathe” (written, in the composer's words, to encourage listeners “to simply reflect and breathe”) opens the concert. 
It's not too late to save with a five-concert subscription! Find season details and a link to the Lesher Center’s subscription page by visiting the DSO’s website at www.diablosymphony.org. Or go to the DSO's Northern Spirits page for concert and single ticket information.

Local Event: Diablo Symphony Opens Season with Sibelius Symphony and Prokofiev Piano Concerto

Walnut Creek

Diablo Symphony Opens Season with Sibelius...

The Diablo Symphony opens its 2026–2027 season, “Breathe,” on Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the...

Diablo Symphony Opens Season with Sibelius Symphony and Prokofiev Piano Concerto

Hidden Valley Elementary School

<img alt="🎉" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t8c/1/16/1f389.png"><img alt="🧵" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/ta0/1/16/1f9f5.png"> HVE Annual Craft Fair – December 5, 2026&nbsp;<img alt="🧵" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/ta0/1/16/1f9f5.png"><img alt="🎉" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t8c/1/16/1f389.png">HVE is excited to announce the return of our Annual Craft Fair! We know how much our community of talented crafters and dedicated shoppers looks forward to this special event each year.<img alt="🗓️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t5c/1/16/1f5d3.png"> Save the Date:Saturday, December 6, 2026&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<img alt="📍" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t2d/1/16/1f4cd.png">Hidden Valley Elementary School&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;500 Glacier Ave.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Martinez, Ca. 94553🎨✨ Have a small craft business? We’d love to have you! ✨🎨
Applications are now being accepted for local small businesses and handmade crafters interested in joining us!
If you make, create, bake, or sell something unique, this is a great opportunity to showcase your products and connect with the community. ❤️
📋 Applications are open now! Space is limited, so be sure to get your application in.<img alt="📩" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tc0/1/16/1f4e9.png"> <a href="https://form.jotform.com/hvecraftfair/hidden-valley-holiday-craft-fair-?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0e1dxq8v&amp;fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF0a2FHYktFUlR2VkQzUXp1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkl5cG3c9Vz8QdPCNOVWW15LLhj5tmS_OtxwOo1tGuJNYwF4svK-187uyGjf_aem_gUxuKBcYZCvpZjXNRUvPJw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://form.jotform.com/.../hidden-valley-holiday-craft...</a>
Please share this post with a small business owner or crafter who might be interested! 🛍️✨

Local Event: Hidden Valley Elementary Craft Fair

Hidden Valley Elementary Craft Fair

 HVE Annual Craft Fair – December 5, 2026 HVE is excited to announce the return of our Annual Craft Fair! We know how much our...

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Thousand Friends of Martinez is a non-profit organization an

Thousand Friends of Martinez

Thousand Friends of Martinez is a non-profit organization and political action committee dedicated to preserving the unique character and natural beauty of the greater Martinez region. Established in 2015, the group works closely with local residents to promote transparent government, advocate for responsible land use, and support environmentally conscious leadership. By focusing on the city and its surrounding unincorporated areas, the organization serves as a vital voice for community-driven policy and sustainable development. The organization specializes in advocacy, public awareness campaigns, and community outreach, with a strong emphasis on protecting parks, open spaces, and historic elements. Their expertise includes monitoring local policy, collaborating on parks and trails master planning, and organizing educational forums on critical issues like housing, economic development, and environmental health. Through initiatives such as the "Outdoor Martinez" project, they actively work to rebrand the city as a gateway for outdoor recreation while maintaining a public record of local redevelopment history. Customers and community members can expect a dedicated partner committed to ensuring that local government remains accountable and responsive to the public interest. By hosting annual events like Friends Fest and facilitating candidate forums, Thousand Friends of Martinez provides residents with the tools and information necessary to actively shape the future of their community.

Thousand Friends of Martinez is a non-profit organization and political action committee dedicated to preserving the unique character and natural...

Devine Records & Vintage

Independent vinyl record and vintage store sells used vinyl records, cassette tapes, CDs, stereo equipment and vintage jewelry.

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Jasmina Pique, Travel Agent

Hi, my name is Jasmina and I am a local travel agent specializing in Disney &amp; Universal destinations. I provide personalized planning, expert tips, and help with secure the best options available at no extra cost to you. From park tickets and hotels accommodations to dining reservations and personalized itinerary guidance, I make planning your vacation simple and stress-free. *Bonus: When you book your vacation package with me, you may qualify for special client perks or gift card incentives! Let’s start planning your next magical adventure! Follow along for travel tips and inspiration: Instagram: @jaspique_martinmagicaltravels

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Friday, October 9

CONJURING WONDER - Magic: Up-Close & Personal

OCT

9

7:00 PM

Claremont Resort & Club, 41 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA

Saturday, October 10

5th Annual Spooktacular Halloween & Oddities Market

OCT

10

11:00 AM

Scout Hall, 991 Loring Ave, Crockett, CA

Don't Stop Believin' - '80s Gala for Dogs and Cats!

OCT

10

6:00 PM

Springbrook Masonic Temple, 101 Temple Way, Vallejo, CA

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CONJURING WONDER - Magic: Up-Close & Personal

5th Annual Spooktacular Halloween & Oddities Market

Don't Stop Believin' - '80s Gala for Dogs and Cats!

Thousand Friends of Martinez

Devine Records & Vintage

Jasmina Pique, Travel Agent