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And on the Martinez Patch calendar - Martini Shake Off

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Hello Martinez! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Martini Shake Off
  • Contra Costa Vintage Market Lafayette CA September 2026 at Vintage Vida
  • Bike Family Fest 2026 at DVC Overflow Parking Lot

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Why did the fish blush ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 91 and low of 57 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 95, low: 67.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 98 and low of 68 degrees.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I was taking the 98x bus home from Bart in Walnut Creek the other day.
    I found a little pocket book that looked liked it belonged to a middle schooler. Rubi R.., if anyone knows her or knows how to get in contact with… (Nextdoor Martinez)
  • Jack In The Box posted a job opening for Restaurant Crew in Martinez. Apply here.
  • See's Candies, Inc. posted a job opening for Shop Manager - Contra Costa Blvd in Pleasant Hill. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Martinez here.

🗞 Nearby News

Pleasant Hill

Concord

  • Concord Police Report Multiple Felony Arrests, Burglaries During Recent Week (claycord.com)
  • Clayton Crime Roundup: Four Arrests, Petty Theft Reported In Clayton Police Activity Log (claycord.com)
  • Walnut Creek City Council Votes To Raise Its Pay For The First Time Since 2002 (claycord.com)

Ok Martinez! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It saw the ocean's bottom! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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