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Contra Costa County

Contra Costa

Oakley

California

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The <a href="http://www.cocohistory.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Contra Costa County Historical Society</a> is hosting an Ice Cream Social and Open House to celebrate National Ice Cream Day and summertime in CoCo County.What better way to celebrate summertime in Contra Costa County than with a summertime favorite such as Ice Cream. From Richmond in the West, to Brentwood &amp; Oakley in the East, to San Ramon in the South - the big, beautiful County we reside in is a great place to enjoy summer activities. Haven't seen the new exhibit "Justice and Judges" or taken a tour of the County archives? Take advantage of this special opportunity to see how CCCHS preserves delicate records and special collections.When: Saturday, July 16 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Where: Contra Costa County History Center, 724 Escobar Street, MartinezDetails: RSVP is not required. Parking is free on Saturdays. $5 suggested donation at the door. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.cocohistory.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cocohistory.com</a>

The <a href="http://www.cocohistory.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Contra Costa County Historical Society</a> is hosting an Ice Cream Social and Open House to celebrate National Ice Cream Day and summertime in CoCo County.

What better way to celebrate summertime in Contra Costa County than with a summertime favorite such as Ice Cream. From Richmond in the West, to Brentwood &amp; Oakley in the East, to San Ramon in the South - the big, beautiful County we reside in is a great place to enjoy summer activities. Haven't seen the new exhibit "Justice and Judges" or taken a tour of the County archives? Take advantage of this special opportunity to see how CCCHS preserves delicate records and special collections.

When: Saturday, July 16 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Where: Contra Costa County History Center, 724 Escobar Street, Martinez

Details: RSVP is not required. Parking is free on Saturdays. $5 suggested donation at the door. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.cocohistory.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cocohistory.com</a>

Bay Area

Martinez

Stop by for a scoop and a tour of the archives, Saturday July 16th 10am-3pm, to celebrate National Ice Cream Day and summertime in CoCoCnty

Ice Cream Social and Open House at CCC History Center!

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Five Suns Brewing

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Local Event: Spent Grain Breadmaking Class

Spent Grain Breadmaking Class

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Local Event: Coming Soon to Martinez! 205 Hidden Creek Court

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Toyota Pavilion at Concord

Bay Area KidFest is again at the world-famous Toyota Pavilion at Concord on May 24 &amp; 25 of Memorial Day Weekend.
Enjoy the 35th edition of KidFest, a Memorial Day Weekend tradition for the entire family, with 2 days of jam-packed entertainment, rides, activities, food and fun at the Pavilion.
For a limited time, there is a Special Discount Package of 1 All-Day Ride Wristband and 2 admission tickets. Remember, babies under 24 months and Seniors 65 and older are FREE.
There are 3 free shows daily
with Wild About Monkeys, BMX Pros Stunt Team and Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom, plus free non-stop entertainment on the Main Stage. All day, children can experience another popular annual KidFest interactive attraction Kid's Town America.
Meet and Greet Super Mario and his friends Princess Peach, Yoshi and Luigi plus Olaf from Frozen in the KidFest Marketplace Pavilion.
Unfortunately, Bluey cannot be at KidFest, but she promises to come to Concord next year!
There are dozens of free kids’ activities including balloon hats and animals, spin art, slides, crawls and much more included in the low admission price.
KidFest offers an all-day, all-rides wristband to be used on 20 thrilling children's rides for kids of all ages, including Waterballerz, Dragon Wagon roller coaster, Euro Bungy Jump, Ferris wheel, giant slide, petting zoo, pony rides, Fun Express train, jeeps, Spider Mountain and more. All-day, All-rides Wristbands are $40 and are sold in the KidFest grounds. There are also 3 different discounted Ride Ticket packages (20, 50 and 100 tickets) on sale all day at KidFest.
There are 2 eclectic Food Courts, arts and crafts and exhibitor booths in the KidFest Marketplace.
On Sunday there is a special Family Dance Party
from 5-7pm during extended KidFest hours. DJ Dave and FUNKMODE will perform and lead the audience of all ages with music from Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson, Pitbull, Rolling Stones, Journey and more. A special $25 Family Ticket (for up to 4 admissions) goes on sale at 5pm Sunday.
For the 15th year, KidFest presents a special Memorial Day ceremony at noon Monday, May 25, Mt. Diablo High School Jr. ROTC color guard and songs honoring America's service people past and present with vocalist Elizabeth Martine.
Advance sale admission tickets are available now online.
Admission tickets, ride wristbands and ride tickets go on sale each day of KidFest starting at 9:45am. Admission is just $9 with a donation of canned food to the Monument Crisis Center or $10 without can donation.
On Sunday, May 24, we celebrate our collaboration for food donations through Monument Crisis Center with DOUBLE CAN DAY. A person donating 2 canned goods on Sunday gets $2 off their admission. A family of 4 bringing 8 cans will save a total of $8 off their admission ticket purchase.
Babies under 24 months and seniors 65+ are always free.
Proceeds from Bay Area KidFest benefit local educational, health and sports groups, which have received over $125,000 in cash donations from producer Bay Area Festivals since 2010.
The first 500 families through the Pavilion gate each morning at KidFest receive a free KidFest Goody Bag.
Tickets for admission and rides are always available at the door during KidFest. On-site vehicle parking is $10.
KidFest is open 10 am
<ul><li>8pm on Sunday and 10am - 6pm on Memorial Day Monday. KidFest is at Toyota</li></ul>
Pavilion at Concord, 2000 Kirker Pass Rd.
For more information or to get application to be an exhibitor, visit <a href="https://www.KidFestConcord.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.KidFestConcord.com</a>.

Local Event: Bay Area KidFest is back at the Concord Pavilion May 24-25

Bay Area KidFest is back at the Concord...

Bay Area KidFest is again at the world-famous Toyota Pavilion at Concord on May 24 & 25 of Memorial Day Weekend.
Enjoy the 35th...

Bay Area KidFest is back at the Concord Pavilion May 24-25

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