DN Gifts for Life

To create gifts that do more than decorate — gifts that inspire, comfort, and celebrate life itself. To empower others to embrace the joy of giving and remind them that small acts of kindness can change someone’s day.

Contra Costa County

Angela Woodall

Bay Area

Concord

California

To create gifts that do more than decorate — gifts that inspire, comfort, and celebrate life itself. To empower others to embrace the joy of giving...

Come get your game on with the library's Wii, or play some board games! Ages 12 - 17.

Come get your game on with the library’s Wii, or play some board games! Ages 12 - 17.

Pleasant Hill

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Michael Wittner

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Endeavor Hall

Come explore the Clayton Valley Garden Club Plant Sale! Browse a wide variety of plants—including California natives—along with unique garden art, and get expert tips from seasoned local gardeners.
Every purchase helps support community projects like the Clayton Library garden beds, the Clayton Historical Museum gardens, and scholarships for local high school graduates, and more.
📍 Endeavor Hall (6008 Center St) 
🗓 Saturday, May 9 | 9am–1pm
Stop by, say hello, and find something special for your yard!

Local Event: Clayton Valley Garden Club Plant Sale

Clayton Valley Garden Club Plant Sale

Come explore the Clayton Valley Garden Club Plant Sale! Browse a wide variety of plants—including California natives—along with...

Open House Saturday May 9 from 1pm to 4pm 
Discounted interest rate financing available - details in disclosure package.&nbsp;
This beautifully remodeled home offers inviting living space. Step inside and you're greeted by a living room with vaulted ceilings that create a sense of openness.&nbsp;
The spacious layout flows naturally, making it easy to relax or entertain. At the heart of the home is a kitchen featuring recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, and renovated cabinetry.&nbsp;
Enjoy mornings in the breakfast nook with its large bay window or host dinners in the adjacent dining area is perfect for dinner parties with family and friends. The family room, centered around a classic brick fireplace, offers a warm and welcoming place to gather.&nbsp;
Step out to the covered backyard patio, extending your living space outdoors.&nbsp;The backyard is a true highlight with a natural backdrop that's perfect for relaxing or entertaining.&nbsp;
Upstairs, the primary suite feels like a true retreat. Vaulted ceilings add to the sense of space, and a private balcony deck offers a peaceful spot to unwind.&nbsp;
Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. The remodeled bathrooms add style.&nbsp;
Engineered flooring and crown molding enhance the home throughout. A newer roof adds peace of mind.&nbsp;
Ideally located near hiking trails, parks, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience.
Click this <a href="https://app.disclosures.io/link/1014-Veterans-Court-1g2z35y5" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">link to access the Disclosure Package</a> information$975,000 Call or Text <a href="https://OurFiveStarTeam.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Pete Sabine</a> 925.787.2548 Pete@PeteSabine.com Remax Accord DRE #00889760

Local Event: You're Invited! Open House - 1014 Veterans Court Martinez

You're Invited! Open House - 1014 Veterans...

Open House Saturday May 9 from 1pm to 4pm 
Discounted interest rate financing available  - details in disclosure package. 
This...

You're Invited! Open House - 1014 Veterans Court Martinez

Downtown Lafayette

Celebrate Mother's Day with us as we kick off the first Contra Costa Vintage Market on Sunday, May 10th from 10am-3pm in downtown Lafayette, California!
Spend the day discovering one-of-a-kind treasures, timeless pieces, and thoughtful gifts perfect for moms and mother figures in your life at one vintage market in TWO parking lots on the same block in the heart of sunny downtown Lafayette, California.
Make a day of it! It's a great way to make the day feel meaningful and memorable. The market is perfectly situated between amazing brunch spots, yummy cafes, fun local bars, delicious restaurants, and premier independent specialty boutiques!
This East Bay gathering will showcase a curated lineup of the Bay Area's top vintage dealers and bring community together for a day of treasure hunting, shopping, relaxing, connecting, and soaking up good vibes!
FREE Admission
FREE Street Parking
FREE BART Parking 
5-Minute Walk from Lafayette BART Station
Experienced Vintage Vendors
Talented Live Musicians
Bring Your Own Cart or Wagon
Pick Up A Site Map At Vintage Vida Store (3581 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette)
For more details follow @contracostavintagemarket

Local Event: Contra Costa Vintage Market

Lafayette

Contra Costa Vintage Market

Celebrate Mother's Day with us as we kick off the first Contra Costa Vintage Market on Sunday, May 10th from 10am-3pm in...

Three Little Pigs BBQ is bringing a true Taste of Chicago to the Bay Area&nbsp;
Join us at the Pleasant Hill Night Market for Chicago-style BBQ you won’t find anywhere else — including our signature rib tips (“Butcher’s Candy”), Vienna Beef hot dogs, hot links, and more.
📍 Chilpancingo Park, Pleasant Hill ⏰ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Come early. We sell out!
Not your typical BBQ. Chicago-style, for real.

Local Event: Chicago BBQ Pop-Up at Pleasant Hill Night Market 

Chicago BBQ Pop-Up at Pleasant Hill Night Market 

Three Little Pigs BBQ is bringing a true Taste of Chicago to the Bay Area 
Join us at the Pleasant Hill Night Market for...

Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Drive, Danville, CA

It's Party Time for SIR Branch 116 Members! 
Our annual "Spring Fling" luncheon event&nbsp; for our branch members where members and their spouses/partners get together for a festive time is happening on May 19 starting at 11:00 AM with lunch served around noon. This year it will be held at Crow Canyon Country Club in Danville. We will meet in the Eugene O'Neill room; a really great venue.&nbsp;
In addition to the wonderful view of the golf course and the serving of great Mexican food, there will be&nbsp; a chance to win prizes during the social hour that starts at 11:00 AM.&nbsp; Don't miss it!. 
Existing Members must sign up no later than May 14. Either visit our website "shopping cart "or complete the hard copy that you were sent via email.
SIR Las Trampas Branch 116 (est. 1983) enhances the lives of active senior men age 50+ through social connections, the joy of friendship and organized activities. If you wish to become a member, visit our website to find out more, or email jeffjohnson9000@att.net.

Local Event: SIR Branch 116 Members Only "Spring Fling"!  

SIR Branch 116 Members Only "Spring Fling"!  

It's Party Time for SIR Branch 116 Members! 
Our annual "Spring Fling" luncheon event  for our branch members  where members...

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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Murder, Kidnapping, Child-Abuse Charges: Contra...

Prosecutors charge a man after a violent May 5 attack that killed one resident, wounded multiple people, and ended with a kidnapping. 

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