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Lesher Center for the Arts

The Diablo Symphony opens its 2026–2027 season, “Breathe,” on Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Celebrating the resilience of the human spirit, the program includes Jean Sibelius’s Symphony No. 2 and Sergei Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 1 with award-winning pianist Leyla Kabuli (also a PhD candidate in electrical engineering and computer sciences at UC Berkeley). In contrast, Carlos Simon’s meditative piece “Breathe” (written, in the composer's words, to encourage listeners “to simply reflect and breathe”) opens the concert. 
It's not too late to save with a five-concert subscription! Find season details and a link to the Lesher Center’s subscription page by visiting the DSO’s website at www.diablosymphony.org. Or go to the DSO's Northern Spirits page for concert and single ticket information.

Local Event: Diablo Symphony Opens Season with Sibelius Symphony and Prokofiev Piano Concerto

Diablo Symphony Opens Season with Sibelius...

The Diablo Symphony opens its 2026–2027 season, “Breathe,” on Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the...

Diablo Symphony Opens Season with Sibelius Symphony and Prokofiev Piano Concerto

Pleasant Hill Senior Center

<h4>Stay informed about the latest Medicare changes that could impact your coverage and costs. This session breaks down updates, deadlines, and options to help you make confident healthcare decisions.</h4>
Our speaker for this event is Elaine Wong Eakin, Licensed Agent and Registered Social Security Analyst with WongEakin Retirement Benefits Planning.

Local Event: Medicare Updates You Need To Know

Medicare Updates You Need To Know

Stay informed about the latest Medicare changes that could impact your coverage and costs. This session breaks down updates,...

You’re Invited! Circle Time &amp; Tea at Fountainhead Montessori! 🧸
Come experience the joy of language learning at our Mandarin Immersion Program!✨
We’re inviting our community to join us for a special afternoon of Mandarin circle time, songs, stories, and tea. Discover how young children learn language naturally through meaningful interactions, music, and engaging experiences.
🌟 Experience our Mandarin Immersion program 🎶 Enjoy songs, stories, and circle time 🍵 Share tea and connect with our school community
Whether you’re a current family, a prospective parent, or simply curious about Mandarin immersion, we’d love to welcome you!&nbsp;📍 Fountainhead Montessori – Pleasant Hill 📅 Date: October 29 ⏰ Time: 3:30-4:00pm
Come learn, connect, and experience Mandarin with us! 💛
📩 Message us for details and to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you!Sumi@fms.org 925-967-2655

Local Event: Mandarin Immersion Circle Time & Tea at Fountainhead Montessori!

Mandarin Immersion Circle Time & Tea at...

 You’re Invited! Circle Time & Tea at Fountainhead Montessori! 🧸
Come experience the joy of language learning at our Mandarin...

Mandarin Immersion Circle Time & Tea at Fountainhead Montessori!

Martinez Campbell Theater

<a href="https://www.cocohistory.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">CCCHS</a>
Author in the Archives Series presents
John Pettley, a professional land surveyor for over 38 years, talks about the significance of his amazing find in 1987. At the time, John was a surveying student at California State University at Fresno, and working on his senior thesis, when he made an important discovery about the history of the survey marks atop Mount Diablo.
On July 18, 1851, Col. Leander Ransom of the General Land Office (GLO) labored through thick brush, steep terrain, and harsh summer heat to establish the initial point on the highest rock at the summit of Mount Diablo in Contra Costa County. There he chiseled a hole in the rock and erected a pole with a large flag that could be seen for miles from the surrounding countryside. The grid lines intersected at the Initial Point on the summit of the mountain.
This mapping grid was extended to cover most of Northern California and all of Nevada and was used in deeds to describe the property boundaries in those areas.&nbsp;References to this system are found in numerous property deeds even to this day.
Step back in time with us as we hear the fascinating story of John’s journey in rediscovering this important piece of California and Nevada history!
Doors open at 4:00 p.m.&nbsp;John’s talk begins at 4:30 p.m. 

Admission is FREE for CCCHS members, $10 for non-members.
RSVP is requested. Reserve your seat and purchase tickets at this link on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999044399612?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Eventbrite.com.&nbsp;</a>Questions? Call (925) 229-1042 Tues-Thur 9am-4pm or email us at mkting@cocohistory.org.

<ul><li>Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase at the Campbell Theater lobby bar.&nbsp;</li><li>Complimentary waters provided by CCCHS.</li><li>Downtown parking is free on weekends.</li></ul>
‍All proceeds benefit the preservation work of the Contra Costa County Historical Society.

Local Event: CCCHS presents The Story Behind the Initial Point atop Mount Diablo

CCCHS presents The Story Behind the Initial...

CCCHS
Author in the Archives Series presents
John Pettley, a professional land surveyor for over 38 years, talks about the...

CCCHS presents The Story Behind the Initial Point atop Mount Diablo

Br. Celestine Cormier Theatre, De La Salle High School, 1130 Winton Dr, Concord, CA, 94518

What do you believe in?

The magic of the season. The joy of music. The kindness of strangers. The warmth of tradition. The hope of a brighter tomorrow.
This December, the Blackhawk Chorus invites you to Believe: an uplifting celebration of the holiday season, featuring Christmas carols, Chanukah music, and secular holiday favorites.
This joyful program celebrates wonder, hope, goodwill, and the many traditions that bring us together.

Local Event: Blackhawk Chorus presents: Believe ✨🎶

Blackhawk Chorus presents: Believe ✨🎶

What do you believe in?

The magic of the season. The joy of music. The kindness of strangers. The warmth of tradition. The...

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