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What's Happening in Richmond
April 12, 2011
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Music, new Art Exhibits, Pipeline Safety, a Fashion Show, Movies and so much more happening this week in Richmond. See you out and about!
Michelle Itagaki
Richmond Convention & Visitors Bureau
If your event isn't listed here, we probably aren't aware of it. Either send us your information by Monday morning to be included in the weekly edition or enter your event on the Community Calendar.
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| Marina Bay Park
Regatta & Marina Bay Parkway
Thursday, April 14th
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
FREE
Limited to the first 11 people who sign up. For reservations: 510-232-5050.
We are happy to announce the Spring 2011 issue of our newsletter, The Riveter.
Click here to read. Note: If you wish to print this newsletter, 11x17 paper is recommended.
Featured articles:
· Rosie Visitor Center in the Works
· New Book Features WWII-Era Artwork From Richmond Childcare Centers
· Letter from Superintendent Tom Leatherman
· Curator's Corner: Medrano Family and Edward Carrasco Collections
· Education on the Home Front
· NURVE to Complete Renovations of Maritime Center and MLK Park in 2011
· Volunteer Spotlight: Sally Ann Green
· "Blossoms and Thorns" Exhibit Celebrated Japanese-American Contribution to Richmond History
· Introducing New Staff Members
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Richmond Underground Pipeline Safety Meeting
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City Council Chambers
440 Civic Center Plaza
Thursday, April 14th
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Presentation and Q & A Session
Hosted by RNCC in conjunction with Richmond Fire, Office of Emergency Services & the City Manager's Office, this meeting will have speakers from:
PG & E
Kinder Morgan
EBMUD
Chevron
The 4 companies participating will give their presentation of their safety plans for their pipelines for the residents of Richmond, then we will be able to ask questions.
This presentation is a positive response by these pipeline users to reach out to the residents of Richmond to let us know that they, too, care and have safegards in place to protect us.
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NeXus
1414 Harbour Way South, #1010
Friday, April 15th
7:30 pm
$10 at the door
Free Tea & Parking
Relationships are definitely shifting. The old "rules" and "roles" don't seem to apply, and many are seeking an evolutionary way of relating that is more genuine, authentic and resilient. Through a monthly community dialogue, we hope to inspire insights that support participants to create positive and healthy relationships, not just with their significant other, but in all relationships in their life. This dialogue is open to everyone, including couples and singles, gay or straight, young and old. |
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1StopHipHopConcert and Fashion Show
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Craneway Pavilion
1414 Harbour Way South
Friday, April 15th
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
$30 pp 18 & Older
Purchase tickets here
www.1stophiphopshop.com will be celebrating its 2nd anniversay with a live concert and fashion show. Performing live will be some of today's leading talent from across the country including Nio Tha Gift, Deja Bryson, EvenOdds, DB, Prank (of the Diligentz), Dremur (Bronx, NY), Ricko AK (Alabama), Jack tradez, Phia Lamour, EmCee Jermaine (NJ) and Younf Rebz. Hitting the runway will be Richmond's own BekaGage and others.
There is vendor space available. Call 510-467-3257 for more info :-)
The proceeds from this event wll be donated to Discover America Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports youth in achieving their dreams. The program offers tutoring, test prep, scholarships as well as trips to colleges, museums and performing arts events.
If you are out of state or cannot make it, you can support the event by donating, any amount via paypail using onestophiphop@gmail as the recipient. All donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE.
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Craneway Pavilion
1414 Harbour Way South
Saturday, April 16th
7:00 pm to 1:00 am
$25 pp
(510) 233-1866
Los Mismos
Sonora Santanera
El Tiempo
Samuray
Las Reynas Del Baile
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Annual Spring Egg Hunt, Breakfast & Information Day
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Richmond Memorial Auditorium
403 Civic Center Plaza
Saturday, April 16th
The City Of Richmond Recreation Department will host its annual breakfast & spring egg hunt and information day featuring a variety of family activities & information. The egg hunt is for children ages 3 to 12. There will be a hunt for the younger children and one area for the older children. Children will also be able to have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny, so parents should bring their cameras. Children will search for brightly colored plastic eggs and will be able to win prizes.
"The Spring Egg Hunt is good chance to bring the family out get information about all our upcoming department activities / special events and to enjoy the spring weather. Each year we have increased the number of eggs we hide and the number of activities we have during the day. And, each year, more and more guests show their support and attend ready to hunt eggs. We expect this year, to set another attendance record and we look forward to welcoming everyone for the day."
This fun filled family event is sponsored by the CITY OF RICHMOND -RECREATION DEPARTMENT. "Richmond Recreation - Rich in people, Rich in play"
For further info contact the City of Richmond Recreation Department - 510-620-6793
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Boilerhouse Sunday Brunch is Back!
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Boilerhouse Restaurant
1414 Harbour Way South
Sunday Brunch, 10am - 3pm
Come enjoy Spring on the waterfront! Featuring favorites like:
NIMAN RANCH CORNED BEEF HASH
WITH RUSSET POTATOES, ONIONS, RED PEPPERS AND CAGE FREE POACHED EGGS
EGGS BENEDICT
WITH CANADIAN BACON AND CAGE FREE POACHED EGGS
SWEET SICILIAN FENNEL SAUSAGE
WITH HOUSEMADE BISCUITS & GRAVY
FRITTATA WITH MIXED GREENS
CARMELIZED ONIONS, ROASTED RED PEPPERS, ARTICHOKE HEARTS AND GOAT CHEESE
FRENCH TOAST WITH FRESH FRUIT
DOUBLE DIPPED EGG BREAD AND LIGHTLY WHIPPED CREAM
HOUSEMADE MUFFINS
STEEL CUT OATMEAL
WITH BROWN SUGAR AND SWEET BUTTER
The Boilerhouse is open the rest of the week too!
Monday - Friday, 11am - 9pm
Saturday, 12pm - 9pm
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Watch a Movie on the Red Oak Victory Ship
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SS Red Oak Victory Ship
1337 Canal Blvd., Berth 6A
Hold #4
Sunday, April 17th
Movie 2:00 pm
$5 per person "The Hunters" is a 1958 Korean War movie about a squadron of US Sabre jet pilots, their egos, temperaments and the woman who loves more than one of them. Robert Mitchum stars as the WWII fighter ace Major "Iceman" Saville, eager to fly the new jets. Robert Wagner is the hotshot replacement. Richard Egan is their commanding officer. May Britt is the wife of a fellow airman, who falls for the Iceman when her husband suffers a loss of confidence. Dick Powell directed the film, produced and filmed out of the Palm Beach AFB, Florida.
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Bridge Storage Swap Meet
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Bridge Storage & Art Space23 Maine AvenueSaturday, April 16th(Every third Saturday)8:00 am - 3:00 pmThe Bridge Storage Swap Meet, a new monthly meet in Richmond, CA will be held this Saturday. Admission and parking are free. Disabled accessible, pet and family friendly. Vendor spots still available at $15 for 10x10' w/some free spots held open for local non-profits. In addition to antiques and collectibles, vintage clothing, records, household items, furniture, and more, there will be food and music as well. Lastly, there will be free bike repairs for local children, by Slimm Buick of the Bicycle Art Salon, resident artist at Bridge. Others who have art, design or music spaces at Bridge Storage & Art Space will also open their doors, with a open artists studios and tours of the facility available upon request. The Bridge Storage Swap Meet is located at 23 Maine Ave, 94804 where 1st Street ends at Hwy. 580, just past El Cerrito, CA. For more, visit our website or email us.
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Pt. Richmond Community Center
139 Washington Avenue
Tuesday, April 19
7:00pm - 9:00 pm
Produced by Arts of Point Richmond
STEVEN HURST, Functional Art Clocks
DIANNE & BILL LAKE, Photographers
fellow artists ~ art enthusiasts ~ art talk~ art exhibits ~ art updates ~ light refreshments~ no fee
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Get your photo taken with the Easter Bunny!
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Hilltop Mall
2200 Hilltop Mall Road
April 8th - April 23rd
Hop on by JCPenney Court from to have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny! Times & Pricing will be posted! Special Easter Event Saturday, April 16th, noon - 2:00pm. Arts & crafts, games and more! |
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Life of the World to Come: Darkness Falls Upon Us
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NIAD
551 23rd Street
Through June 3rd
Darkness Falls Upon Us is the second in a three-part exhibition series, Life of The World To Come, that presents a preview of a future where work from disabled artists is viewed in the same light as pieces and projects from artists who may not have a diagnosis extreme enough to qualify them as "other." In reality, however, the show is not breaking new ground so much as making visible what is already underway. Artists with disabilities - from Willem De Kooning to Chuck Close - are already a part of the contemporary art world. But Close and De Kooning were already established before becoming disabled. The next logical step in the opening up of the contemporary art world would be the inclusion of artists with disabilities based on the quality of their work, but without the requirement of a prior pedigree.
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Golden State Model Railroad Museum
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Golden State Model Railroad Museum900-A Dornan Drive Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays Noon - 5:00 pm $4 for Adults $2 for Senior Citizens & Children under 12 $9 for Families Fully wheelchair accessible Train fans of all ages will be thrilled to see the largest model train museum in Northern California. See the website for more information.
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The Marriage of Bette and Boo
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Masquers Playhouse
105 Park Place
March 24th - April 30th
All seats $20
Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm
Sunday matinees at 2 pm on April 10th and 17th
by Christopher Durang
directed by
Peter Budinger & DC Scarpelli
"If one looks hard enough, one can usually see the order that lies beneath the surface." So says the young narrator of Chistopher Durang's autobiographical play. And the people that surround him, his relatives, force him to look awfully hard. Delving deeply into the complex, confused and comic lives of two families plagued by death, alcoholism, Catholicism and other hardships, The Marriage of Bette and Boo captures the joys and perils - what you embrace and what you endure - as a member of a family.
PLEASE NOTE: This show contains situations that may not be suitable for children, sensitive persons, or those unable to laugh in the face of life's worst tragedies.
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Richmond Certified Farmers Market at Civic Center Parking Lot
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Civic Center Parking Lot
24th & Barrett Avenue
Fridays
8 am - 5 pm
Richmond Certified Farmers Market is open every Friday, year round from 8am to 5 pm. The market, in the Richmond Auditorium parking lot at 24th and Barrett Avenue, has offered locally grown fruit, vegetables, nuts, plants,eggs, chickens and other edibles since l983 that is for 27 years. A free market basket is given away each week. For more information contact Seve Ghigliotto, market manager, at 510-206-7271. |
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Playland Not-at-the-Beach
10979 San Pablo Avenue
Saturday, April 16th
Sunday, April 17th10am - 5 pm
Youth/Seniors $10
General Admission $15
Mysteries galore, hidden clues, treasures!
Playland is a Museum of Old-Fashioned Fun chock-full with over 30 pinball machines set on FREE play, penny arcade games and a carousel carnival (where you can win prizes!), miniature circus, magic shows, and interactive displays honoring America's Bygone Amusements. More information about Playland here
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The Baltic
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The Baltic
135 Park Place
Tuesday, April 12th
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dan Damon - solo pianist
Wednesday, April 13th
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
DJ VidaLee's JUKEBOX. A dance social featuring rockin' American Music of the 1940s--1960s from The Mother Road, Route 66 and beyond.
Thursday, April 14th
8:00 pm - 11-00 pm
Baltic Sessions hosted by Greg & Lawanda Ultan takes place every second Thursday of the month. They have a great pool of Bay Area Musicians that sit in and play their favorite tunes from the Americana, Folk, Blues, Jazz and Latin. Other musicians are welcome to join in.
Friday, April 15th
9:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Voodoo Junk
Saturday, April 16th
9:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Blue Lizzard
Sunday, April 17th
6:00pm - 9:00 pm
Adachi & Preuss Duo - Jazz "standards" - piano/guitar duet featuring Michael Adachi and Jon Preuss at the Baltic Restaurant.
See monthly calendar
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| Marina Gardens Bingo
1401 Marina Way South
Wednesday - Saturdays
Doors Open at 5 pm
Games begin at 7 pm
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Bingo players are loving this wonderful hall, the friendly and safe environment and the honest games. Marina Gardens Bingo has become a new destination for people come from all over the bay area.
See flyer for more details
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Comedy Every Saturday Night
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Boilerhouse Restaurant
1414 Harbour Way South
April 16th, 23rd & 30th
$10 in advance
$15 at the door
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510Arts
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World Culture in the East Bay
Looking for an Art event in the East Bay? The Arts & Culture communities in Oakland, Emeryville, Berkeley & Richmond have formed a cultural corridor partnership to bring these events to you in an easy to find format. 510arts.com is a web portal linked to each city's own Arts calendar. Bookmark this page for your future use!
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Beyond Tradition: Art Legacies at the Richmond Art Center
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The Richmond Art Center
2540 Macdonald Avenue
Opens Tuesday, April 12th through June 10th
The Richmond Art Center is celebrating 75 years as a dynamic and evolving arts organization. We are proud to mark this historical occasion with Beyond Tradition: Art Legacies at the Richmond Art Center. Founded in 1936, one year after San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Richmond Art Center has long established itself as a premier education and exhibition venue. The history of the art center has consistently exemplified the diversity and strength of Bay Area artists. The art center quickly became known and respected as a place to boldly present the latest developments in contemporary art. The early years of the center experienced an exceptional number of solo, group, conceptual and juried exhibitions, which included many artists who have gone on to great renown. This exhibit features work by more than 30 artists who either exhibited, worked, or taught at the center from the 1940s to the 1980s. |
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Get Ready to 'Be A Kid' again at RYSE!
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RYSE Center
205 41st Street
Saturday, Arpril 30th
$20 - $250 purchase online here
Workshops from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Dance Party from 8:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Remember what it was like to "Be A Kid" at RYSE's signature fundraising event! Take part in an art activity or learn how to record your own song. Enjoy complimentary hors d'oevres, cocktails prepared by St. George Spirits, and hang out with RYSE's community of supporters and donors!
Additionally, "Go green" by donating an additional amount to RYSE OUTSYDE: a project that will transform our 9,000 sq. ft back-lot into a safe outdoor space through the development of an urban garden, multi-purpose performance stage, outdoor art space, basketball court, and hangout space. If you "Go green", you'll have the chance to partake in an art activity during Be A Kid where you'll be personalizing a commemorative tile that will be incorporated in RYSE OUTSYDE's design! All RYSE OUTSYDE supporters will be listed on a donor wall.
Event Includes:
Hors d'oeuvres
2 Drink Tickets
Fun Activities
Music & Dancing
To purchase tickets by mail, send checks to:
The RYSE Center
205 41st Street
Richmond, CA 94805
If mailing in payment, please email events@rysecenter.org with your name, Be A Kid price level, and RYSE OUTSYDE donation amount.
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YES Office
2811 Macdonald Avenue
(510) 232-3032.
YES is pleased to invite all eligible West Contra Costa youth to apply for a Camp Scholarship Award for the 2011 YES Summer Camp Program starting on Thursday, April 28th at 2 p.m. at our office. More information here.
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2nd Annual Northern California Summit on Children and Youth
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Richmond Civic Center Auditorium
403 Civic Center Plaza
Thursday, May 5th
9:00 am -4:30 pm
The Northern California Summit on Children and Youth, 2011: Healthy Families, Thriving Communities, will illustrate innovative approaches, research driven models, and best practices for supporting healthy families and building thriving communities. This annual summit provides the opportunity to learn from and share with a broad range of professionals from throughout Northern California. |
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Barker Humanitarian Awards Dinner
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Boys & Girls Club of El Sobrante
4660 Appian Way
Saturday, May 7th
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
$40 per person, $75 per couple
Recognizing Jim Storer, retired principal & teacher at DeAnza High School
&
Martino Gonzales, proprietor of La Strada Restaurant
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Public Safety Awards DInner
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PAL
2200 Macdonald Avenue
Friday, May 13th
6:00 pm
$30 per person
Flyer
Join the Kiwanis Club of Richmond as we honor the Firefighter of the Year, Germain Gomez, and the Police Officer of the Year, Robert Gray, and other notable Public Safety personnel recognized by the Richmond Police and Fire Departments.
Tickets are $30 each or $350 for a table of 8. Deadline is May 6th. There will be no tickets sold at the door. After May 6th, if seats are available, the cost will be $40. Call Sandi at 510-237-5670 for information or to buy tickets.
Thanks to CHEVRON for sponsoring this years' awards
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Kiwanis Day at the Races
Golden Gate Fields
Saturday, May 14th
11:00 am
Only $45 for admission to the Turf Club, valet parking and a luxurious buffet lunch.
Turf Club opens 11:00 a.m.
Lunch is served 12:00 noon
Racing begins 1:00 p.m.
Need more information? Herb (510) 222-1269 or Floyd (510) 235-4748
Send your check or credit card information to Richmond Kiwanis,
P.O. Box 352 Station A
Richmond, CA 94808.
All Proceeds go to support the Community projects of the Kiwanis Club of Richmond.
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Over $50,000 in Cash Scholarships Available to Richmond Academic Stars
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Vonya DeJean Middle School
3400 MacDonald Ave
Thursday, April 28th
6 pm. to 8 pm
Reception and photo session at 5:30pm
At a time in when financing a college education is harder than it has ever been, a group of local business leaders, youth service providers and community champions will gather to support the tremendous accomplishments of Richmond's promising young scholars.
Awardees will be announced at the "Celebrating Richmond's Young Scholars Reception", hosted by the Richmond Police Activities League. The event will be held April 28th, 2011 at LoVonya DeJean Middle School located at 3400 MacDonald Ave, Richmond, CA 94804. Talented Richmond youth will be presented with scholarships to support their post-secondary education.
Organizers of the reception anticipate 200 attendees will participate in the event to show Richmond students red carpet worthy attention. The event will feature a light buffet, and lively entertainment. The scholarship program showcases the combined efforts of Richmond civic groups to promote educational attainment and support for college bound Richmond youth. "This is a way to honor the youth in our communities that are poised to succeed," said Tamara Walker, coordinator of a series of scholarship workshops for the Richmond Police Activities League, "It's been extremely rewarding to see these young people pursue their dreams. We know that these are extremely hard times, and that means that students need more, not less help to reach their dreams of college. We just hope more businesses step up to the plate to help."
Nearly half a dozen sponsors including the Richmond Police Activities League, the George Miller Youth Fund, West Contra Costa Public Education Fund, Malvern Wilson Alumni Association, Richmond Police Officers Associations, and Guardians of Justice, and the Latino Police Officers Association have pledged to give nearly $50,000 in cash scholarships to Richmond students.
"There's still time for more businesses to contribute," said Larry Lewis, the Executive Director of the Richmond Police Activities League. Local businesses and civic groups interested in participating in the festivities by awarding scholarships at the banquet should contact the Richmond Police Activities League.
Applications are still available and can be picked up at Richmond PAL located at 2200 Macdonald Avenue, Richmond, CA. Interested students can contact RPAL coordinator, Tamara Walker at (510)-621-1226 for details.
"This is an excellent opportunity to showcase and reward the efforts of Richmond's star students. Our kids deserve the recognition and support," said Larry Lewis, the Executive Director of the Richmond Police Activities League.
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Julia Morgan Comes to the Richmond Library!
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On Saturday, May 21, at 3:00 pm please join us for an amusing, entertaining and informative portrayal of icon Julia Morgan, renowned Bay Area architect widely famous for Hearst Castle. Betty Marvin, professional historian, is Julia "live and in person". You won't want to miss this wonderful event in the Madeline F. Whittlesey Community Room, Richmond Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond. Public is welcome. Light refreshments will be served. Info: 510-235-9056.
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Suite B
Richmond, California 94801
510-237-1403 |
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Are you planning an event? We can help! Give our office a call at(510) 237-1403
or send an email.
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