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Hops and Beans Cafe

Unwind Your Friday with Live Jazz at Hops &amp; Beans Cafe!
Trade the workweek grind for smooth rhythms, fresh brews, and great company. Join us this Friday evening for a live set by the talented Bayside Swing Quartet, bringing classic jazz standards and lively swing vibes straight to Fremont.
Whether you're wrapping up the week with a craft beer or kicking off the night with a signature espresso roast, we’ve got your evening covered.
<ul><li>When: This Friday, October 23 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM</li><li>Where: Hops &amp; Beans Cafe, Fremont</li><li>Live Music: Bayside Swing Quartet</li><li>Admission: Free (No cover charge!)</li></ul>
Grab a friend, pick your favorite table early, and let the music set the tone for your weekend. See you there!

Local Event: Jazz Evening at Hops & Beans Cafe

Jazz Evening at Hops & Beans Cafe

Unwind Your Friday with Live Jazz at Hops & Beans Cafe!
Trade the workweek grind for smooth rhythms, fresh brews, and great...

Free Family Friendly fun! 30 decorated car trunks, loads of free candy games and entertainment! Wear non-scary costumes!&nbsp;

Local Event: TRUNK or TREAT 

TRUNK or TREAT 

Free Family Friendly fun! 30 decorated car trunks, loads of free candy games and entertainment! Wear non-scary costumes! 

Saturday, October 31 | 7–11 PM $70 General Admission | $60 Wine Club Members
This Halloween, we’re transforming the Concannon Barrel Room for a full night of costumes, music, dancing, and a few surprises.
The Barrel Room will get a Halloween takeover with upgraded décor, animatronics, fog, lighting, and effects throughout the space. AmosPro DJ will keep the party going all night.
Come dressed up, bring your friends, and grab food from local food trucks throughout the evening. The bars will be pouring Concannon and Cuda Ridge wines, along with beer. Your first drink is included with your ticket, with additional drinks available for purchase throughout the night.
Food trucks joining the party: • Essen German • ToDo Al Grill Mexican • Kirix Choma Jamacian BBQ
Your ticket includes: • Admission to the Halloween Bash • First drink included • AmosPro DJ + dancing • Halloween décor, animatronics, fog + lighting effects • Concannon + Cuda Ridge wines available for purchase • Beer available for purchase • Food trucks on-site with food available for purchase
Costumes strongly encouraged. 21+ only.
Wine Club Members: Enjoy $10 off your ticket. Your discount will be automatically applied at checkout if you are logged in.
Questions or need help? Contact our Concierge Team at (925) 369-2480 or <a href="mailto:concierge@concannonvineyards.com">concierge@concannonvineyards.com</a>.

Local Event: Halloween Bash at Concannon

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Halloween Bash at Concannon

Saturday, October 31 | 7–11 PM $70 General Admission | $60 Wine Club Members
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Concannon Vineyard

Wednesday, November 4 | 6:00–9:00 PM Doors: 6 PM | Show: 7 PM | 21+ Only $70 General Admission | $60 Wine Club Members Get ready for a high-energy night inside the Concannon Barrel Room with The Killer Dueling Pianos. These guys take requests and play just about everything, from Frank Sinatra and Elvis to Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. Expect plenty of sing-alongs, crowd interaction, and songs you know by heart. Doors open at 6 PM with a welcome pour of Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc. Grab dinner from ToDo Al Grill, serving BBQ, or Marty’s Joint before the show kicks off at 7 PM. 🥂 Welcome pour included 🍴 Food available for purchase from ToDo Al Grill + Marty’s Joint 🎹 Live, request-driven dueling pianos inside the Barrel Room 🍷Concannon + Cuda Ridge wines available for purchase 🍺 Beer available for purchase Wine Club Members: Enjoy $10 off your ticket. Your discount will be automatically applied at checkout if you are logged in. Questions or need help? Contact our Concierge Team at (925) 369-2480 or <a href="mailto:concierge@concannonvineyards.com">concierge@concannonvineyards.com</a>.

Local Event: The Killer Dueling Pianos Show in the Concannon Barrel Room

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The Killer Dueling Pianos Show in the Concannon Barrel Room

Our regional parks need board members who actually use them. As an avid hiker, mountain biker, and weekly park user, I see firsthand where trail maintenance is neglected and how urgent proactive wildfire safety is for our parks, open spaces, and bordering neighborhoods.
I&rsquo;m running for the East Bay Regional Park District Board of Directors to bring firsthand experience and professional, accountable leadership to park governance for residents across Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin, Sunol, Fremont, and Newark.
That hands-on, practical approach is why I am honored to have earned the endorsement of our local first responders:
<ul><li>&#128293; Alameda County Firefighters Association (IAFF Local 55)</li><li>&#128293; Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters (IAFF Local 1974)</li><li>&#128293; Fremont Firefighters (IAFF Local 1689)</li></ul>
They trust my campaign because I pair real user knowledge with a relentless focus on community safety. As your Director, my priorities for Ward 5 are:
<ul><li>&#128658; Wildfire Mitigation: Proactive fuel reduction through prescribed fire and conservation grazing, and a fully staffed EBRPD Fire Department. That&rsquo;s how we keep our parks, our neighborhoods, and our firefighters safe.</li><li>&#128693; Responsible, Safe Access: Increasing safe, well-maintained trails for all users.</li><li>&#129413; Habitat &amp; Watershed Conservation: Protecting our parks, open spaces, and watersheds.</li><li>&#128104;&zwj;&#128105;&zwj;&#128103;&zwj;&#128102; Recreation: Support family-friendly park experiences.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>&#128483;&#65039; Accountable Leadership: A park Director who listens to local residents and responds to your concerns.&nbsp;</li></ul>
I would be honored to earn your vote to bring active, accountable leadership to our regional parks.
Learn more at brucehenry4parks.com
Paid for by Bruce Henry for East Bay Regional Park District Ward 5, 2026

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Our regional parks need board members who actually use them. As an avid hiker, mountain biker, and weekly park user, I see firsthand where trail...

Endorsed by local firefighters: Vote Bruce Henry for East Bay Regional Park District Director

Photo from left to right: Mayor Salwan, Supervisor M&aacute;rquez, Mayor Hannon, Kathy Kimberlin, Mayor Singh, and Mayor Salinas
The answer to homelessness is housing. The path to getting there is collaboration. 
Kathy Kimberlin, Fremont City Councilmember D3, was privileged to host her second Fremont screening of Beyond the Bridge, a powerful documentary exploring homelessness and the solutions that are achieved through collaboration. Many thanks to her stealth co-organizer Dr. Richard Godfrey. 
Mayors made up the post screening speaker panel: Raj Salwan-Fremont, Mike Hannon-Newark, Gary Singh-Union City, and Mark Salinas-Hayward were invited to come together to share successes, challenges, and innovative ideas for addressing homelessness across our communities.
 Alameda County Supervisors David Haubert and Elisa Marquez welcomed guests, shared their thoughts, and support at the Fremont Downtown Event Center. 
Q&amp;A offered an engaging opportunity to share perspectives and explore regional work for solutions. The audience reflected representatives from local city management, Alameda County and city staff, local law enforcement, and organizations including Citizens for Better Community, Fremont for Everyone, Abode, Tri-City Interfaith, SAVE, Melino Foundation, Thomas Flemming Tiny Homes, BACS, Fremont Chamber of Commerce, Tri-City Ecology, Move Mountain View, and more. 
Heartfelt Thank-You to the sponsors of Beyond the Bridge screening event in November 2025 and October 2026: Supervisor David Haubert, Supervisor Elisa M&aacute;rquez, Republic Services, Cargill, Citizens for Better Community, Washington Health, Abode Services&nbsp;, and Billy Roys Burgers. 
Thank you to the Tech Crew and community members who participated and continue to work toward collaborative solutions that provide various levels of affordable housing, dignity, and support for our unhoused neighbors. 
We Are Stronger Together! To learn more and view videos, visit <a href="http://www.kathykimberlin.com/priorities-unhoused" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.kathykimberlin.com/priorities-unhoused</a>

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