The Martinez Boys and Girls Club is the backdrop to some fierce basketball games this week, between teams of third graders from local schools. Participating are the Morello Park Crazies, Las Juntas, John Muir Timberwolves and John Swett. This is a series of six games that will culminate with a championship tournament, participants to be determined, on Feb. 11.
Regular games are Jan. 28 and Feb. 4.
The Boys and Girls Club is downtown. Directions: Come down Alhambra Ave. towards down town, stay in the right hand lane, pass Safeway, the Hospital, and the fire station. The club is on right, between Jones and Henrietta Streets, just before City Hall and the Martinez Police Dept.