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

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An inmate at the Martinez Detention Facility attempted suicide this morning, according to a spokesman for the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office. Around 7:30 a.m. facility staff found the inmate unresponsive and rendered aid. An ambulance was called to the facility and the inmate was transported to Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, according to sheriff's spokesman Jimmy Lee. The inmate is not currently being identified, but Lee said he was still in the hospital as of 6:30 p.m. this evening. Further details about the inmate's current condition were not immediately available.--Bay City News/Shutterstock image

An inmate at the Martinez Detention Facility attempted suicide this morning, according to a spokesman for the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office.

Around 7:30 a.m. facility staff found the inmate unresponsive and rendered aid. An ambulance was called to the facility and the inmate was transported to Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, according to sheriff’s spokesman Jimmy Lee. The inmate is not currently being identified, but Lee said he was still in the hospital as of 6:30 p.m. this evening. Further details about the inmate’s current condition were not immediately available.

--Bay City News/Shutterstock image

The man was transferred to Contra Costa Regional Medical Center.

Inmate Attempts Suicide At Martinez Detention Facility

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Toyota Pavilion at Concord

Bay Area KidFest is again at the world-famous Toyota Pavilion at Concord This Sunday and Memorial Day Monday.
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.This Sunday 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.On Sunday there is a special Family Dance Party&nbsp;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.

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, 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.

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.

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&nbsp;- 8pm this Sunday and 10am - 6pm on Memorial Day Monday. KidFest is at Toyota&nbsp;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 This Sunday & Monday

Bay Area KidFest is back at the Concord...

Bay Area KidFest is again at the world-famous Toyota Pavilion at Concord This Sunday and Memorial Day Monday.
Enjoy the 35th...

Bay Area KidFest is back at the Concord Pavilion This Sunday & Monday

Location: Ridge View Commons 5200 Case Avenue, Pleasanton CA

“Divine Love comes to us in surprising ways, often unrecognized ways. So that when it does come, we do not recognize that the Holy Spirit has spoken to us -- to help make our sojourn in this world a little better, a little more enlightening.”
<ul><li>Harold Klemp, The Awakened Heart, p. 90</li></ul>
You are warmly invited to an IN PERSON ECK Light and Sound Service. Topic: Finding Divine Love in Every Moment Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m.—12:15 p.m. Location: Ridge View Commons 5200 Case Avenue, Pleasanton CA
<ul><li>Do you want to experience divine love in your life?</li><li>Are you looking for ways to align with your true purpose?</li><li>Would you like to learn how to strengthen your connection with the God knowledge within?</li></ul>

Local Event: Finding Divine Love in Every Moment--an ECK Light & Sound Service

Finding Divine Love in Every Moment--an ECK...

“Divine Love comes to us in surprising ways, often unrecognized ways. So that when it does come, we do not recognize that the...

Finding Divine Love in Every Moment--an ECK Light & Sound Service

This Sunday there is a special Family Dance Party&nbsp;from 5-7pm during extended Bay Area 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.Bay Area KidFest is again at the Toyota Pavilion at Concord this Sunday and Memorial Day Monday.
Enjoy the 35th edition of KidFest, a Memorial Day Weekend tradition for the entire family, with two days of packed entertainment, rides, activities, food and fun at the Pavilion. KidFest opens at 10am both days. The festival is open until 8pm on Sunday and 6pm on Memorial Day Monday.
Three crowd favorite attractions each present 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.
Meet and greet Super Mario
and his friends Princess Peach, Yoshi and Luigi plus Olaf from Frozen in the KidFest Marketplace Pavilion. Unfortunately, Bluey isn't able to be join her friends at KidFest, but she promises to come to Concord next year!
All day, children can experience another popular annual KidFest attraction Kid's Town America.
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.
There are two eclectic Food Courts, arts and crafts and exhibitor booths in the KidFest Marketplace.

For the 15th year, KidFest presents a special Memorial Day ceremony at noon this Monday with Mt. Diablo High School Jr. ROTC color guard and music honoring America with vocalist Elizabeth Martinié.
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. There are always tickets available at the door during KidFest.
On Sunday, we celebrate our collaboration for food donations through Monument Crisis Center with Double Can Day. A person donating two canned goods on Sunday gets $2 off their admission. A family of four bringing eight cans will save a total of $8 off their admission ticket purchase.
Babies under 24 months and seniors 65+ are always free.
KidFest offers an all-day, all-rides wristband to be used on 20 thrilling children's rides for kids of all ages, including Waterballerz, Euro Bungy Jump, Ferris wheel, giant slide, petting zoo, pony rides, Fun Express train, jeeps, Spider Mountain and more. Ride Wristbands are $40 and are sold in the KidFest grounds. There are three
different discounted Ride Ticket packages (20, 50 and 100 tickets) on sale all day at KidFest.
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.
KidFest is open 10 am - 8pm on Sunday and 10am - 6pm on Memorial Day Monday at Toyota Pavilion at Concord, 2000 Kirker Pass Rd.
On-site vehicle parking is $10.
For more information visit <a href="https://www.KidFestConcord.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.KidFestConcord.com</a>.

Local Event: Family Dance Party at KidFest Sunday evening

Family Dance Party at KidFest Sunday evening

This Sunday there is a special Family Dance Party from 5-7pm during extended Bay Area KidFest hours. DJ Dave and FUNKMODE will...

Blackhawk Museum

Join Meals on Wheels Diablo Region for an unforgettable evening at our 5th Annual Dining to Deliver Gala on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Blackhawk Museum in Danville!
Enjoy an elegant night of dining, dancing, and giving back—all in support of the thousands of local seniors who rely on Meals on Wheels Diablo Region. This year’s theme, Everything in Bloom, celebrates growth and new beginnings—guests are invited to don their favorite spring florals or pastel palettes to celebrate! 💃🌸
Tickets are on sale now! $200 per person | $380 per couple | $1,800 for a table of ten
Reserve your spot today: <a target="_blank" href="https://donate.mowdr.org/.../dining-to-deliver-gala/e650539" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://donate.mowdr.org/event/dining-to-deliver-gala/e754549" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">donate.mowdr.org/event/dining-to-deliver-gala/e754549</a><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" data-rtl-flip="" class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]"><use href="/cdn/assets/sprites-core-6d2147a0.svg#304883" fill="currentColor"></use></svg>
For more information or to get involved, email events@mowdr.org 📧

Local Event: Meals on Wheels Diablo Region 5th Annual Dining to Deliver Gala & Auction ✨

Meals on Wheels Diablo Region 5th Annual Dining...

Join Meals on Wheels Diablo Region for an unforgettable evening at our 5th Annual Dining to Deliver Gala on Saturday, June 6,...

Meals on Wheels Diablo Region 5th Annual Dining to Deliver Gala & Auction ✨

🌱 Patch AM: Live Music – Tom & Erik — FIVE SUNS...

Also check out Bay Area KidFest is back at the Concord Pavilion This Sunday & Monday on the Martinez Patch calendar

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Inmate Attempts Suicide At Martinez Detention Facility

The man was transferred to Contra Costa Regional Medical Center.

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Inmate Attempts Suicide At Martinez Detention Facility

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