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Main Street Martinez PO Box 776 Martinez, CA 94553 925.228.3577 |
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Main Street Martinez News & Events
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 Fridays on the Main & Market
TONIGHT through Sept. 12Includes the NEW Fridays Farmers Market, Live Music and More!
Farmers Market - 4-8pm - 800 block of Main St. Cool Cars & Live Music 6-8pm - 600 & 700 blocks of Main St. Live music tonight by the Killbillies Downtown restaurants are open for dinner! For more information visit www.FridaysontheMain.com

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Benjamin Moore Main Street Matters! 
The long-awaited project is underway! The Benjamin Moore team has been in the downtown area for the past two week putting a fresh coat of paint on 26 buildings! Stop by and take a look!

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 Martinez Farmers Market
Stop by to pick up your locally grown produce and support the market this year!
Buy local produce and visit local shops and restaurants too!
Sundays, 10am-2pm YEAR-ROUND! Main St. between Castro & Ferry St.
NEW! Friday Farmers Market 4pm-8pm May 16 to Sept. 12 on the 800 block of Main St.
Visit www.pcfma.com
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 4th of July Parade
SAVE THE DATE! July 4th8am-10am Pancake Breakfast 9am-9:15am Flag Raising Ceremony 10am Parade on Main St. For more information and to download a parade application click here!

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 Bay Area Blues Festival coming to downtown Martinez!
SAVE THE DATE! Sept. 27 & 28, 10am-6pm We are excited to announce this NEW event coming to downtown Martinez. The Bay Area Blues Festival will take place along Main St. on Sat., 9/27 and Sun., 9/28!
The Festival will feature two stages, arts and crafts, food booths, professional chalk artists, and much more! 
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Join us on Facebook!
Did you know that Downtown Martinez has a Facebook page? We have over 5,400 great and loyal fans and we want you to be part of the social experience and fun! You'll get regular updates about events, new business openings, special sales, and more! Click on the link below to see the page and don't forget to hit LIKE once you're there! 
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Volunteer Opportunities
Want to make a difference in your community? If so, Downtown Martinez can use your help!
Main Street Martinez is a volunteer run organization and we are looking for people who want to help with this years events and projects. You can click here to download the sign up form, fill it out and mail or fax it back to us and we will contact you. Or you can email us with your contact information and your area of interest. Jobs range from office help, event set up and take down, clean up day, NEW Downtown Ambassadors, and more! Thanks! We look forward to having you on our team!!! Main Street Martinez 
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Hotsy Totsy Tanning NOW OPEN! 
Hotsy Totsy is a 1950's inspired full service Tanning Salon located at 610 Ferry Street in the heart of Historic Downtown Martinez.
UV Tanning and Airbrush Spray Tanning. Beds are brand new and offer the latest technology and we have a wide variety of tanning retail for all your tanning needs. FREE UV tanning session to everyone who walks in the door! Stop in and let our Tanning Specialist help you get the perfect tan for summer! Monday - Friday: 10am - 7pm Saturday - Sunday: 11am - 3pm Hotsy Totsy Tanning 610 Ferry St. 925-387-5015 www.hotsytotsytanning.com
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Summer Art Day Camp at ArtU4ia
Register your Budding Artist to make art with a Disney artist!
Exploring different art techniques daily. Acrylic painting, water colors, monotype printing, kite building and basic drawing fundamentals. Art will be made through an organic process this year, based on the group we have each week.
Tues.- Fri. 10 am to 3 pm. Ages 7 - 14. Pack a lunch. (no peanuts!) $155.00/wk. Drop in fee is $45.00/day, based on available space. Drop ins may pay upon arrival.
ArtU4ia 725 Ward St. 925-451-9372
www.Artu4ia.comĀ
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The Gardener's Eden Art Show 
Through July 12 Open Mon-Sat 11am-3pm Free Monthly Sunday Brunch - Join us for coffee and breakfast munchies Martinez Gallery 630 Court St. at Main St. Downtown Martinez 925.370.6270 www.Gallery.MartinezArts.org
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Fantastical "Shipwreacked" at Martinez Campbell 
JUNE 8, 19, 20, and 21
Onstage Repertory Theatre Company presents "Shipwrecked! An Entertainment, The Amazing Adventures of Louis De Rougemont (As Told by Himself)"
A delightful story of a Victorian gentleman and his colorful past as a seafaring wanderer unfold as the line between fact and fiction blur in this good old fashioned yarn of high seas and exotic islands. Funny and full of surprises you watch the small cast create all of the characters involved, even the dog, in this adult but kid-friendly production.
Martinez Campbell Theater 636 Ward St. General admission $18, Seniors $16, Students $10. Reservations(925) 518-3277 www.Onstagetheatre.homestead.com
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Dances at the Vet's Hall 
Monthly, themed dances at the Vet's Hall 8pm to midnight $15 per person
June 20 - "Just Jeans in June" Featuring Kalama Kai "music for all ages" Table seating is limited - call for reservations (925) 917-9441
Mark your calendars for these dances too! Various DJ's and Bands July 18 - Footworks and Firecrackers Aug. 22 - Summer Breezes Sept. 19 - The Falling Leaves Oct. 31 - Costume Dance and Contest Nov. 21 - We're Doin' the Turkey Trot Dec. 19 - Christmas Dance and Show
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Shell Martinez Refinery - in the Community 
Many of the 700 Refinery employees (and hundreds of retired employees) live in the local area, and participate in a multitude of civic, social, church, and school organizations.
In addition, they donate thousands of dollars and many volunteer hours each year to organizations in the Martinez-Contra Costa County area. We give our employees up to 18 hours of their work time for community service and ask that each department complete a community project each year.
Read more....
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Street Eats at Martinez Marina 
At the Martinez Marina NEW Dates! 3rd Saturday of the month June through Oct. Food Truck Mafia is one of the largest food truck event companies in No. California representing the finest food trucks the Bay Area has to offer. While you are here, don't forget to stop by downtown Martinez to visit the many shops and restaurants. For a listing of businesses and downtown events click here!For details visit www.thefoodtruckmafia.com
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BCI Kitchen & Bath! 
BCI Cabinet Design is your cabinet and counter top resource. We are your alternative to the big box store, providing the best in personal service and even better pricing. It's an easy choice! 
BCI is happy to offer our clients fine quality Merillat Cabinetry with three different price points to fit every budget. We can also supply you with Laminates, Quartz, Natural Stone and Solid Surface counter tops.
BCI employs experienced and reliable professionals who you can count on to meet high quality standards. At BCI, it's all about you and your needs.
Schedule your FREE in-home consultation today and let our team of experts show you what BCI Cabinet Design can do for you!
BCI Kitchen & Bath 817 Arnold Dr. #100, Martinez Call today for a FREE Consultation! (925) 370-0707 Click here to visit our website!
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Check out SpotMojo 
Spotmojo is a place where you can ask for the businesses you want. Is there a business, a restaurant or maybe cafe that you wish was located downtown? Or maybe a good lunch spot or place to get drinks? Spotmojo connects the community with businesses, and businesses with spaces. With the community's feedback it helps businesses know where they're needed and where they can be successful. Spotmojo gives you a voice in the businesses that open in your neighborhood. You can suggest and vote for the things you want. You no longer have to wait and just hope the empty space down the street is filled with something useful for you. Spotmojo is good for the community and the environment
Maybe the shops and restaurants you like do exist, but they're a good drive away in another city. By getting them closer to you, you save gas and the environment. By doing more dining and shopping locally you benefit the city you live in. It all starts with YOU suggesting the things you want in your neighborhood. You can suggest restaurants, shops, other businesses you want where you live, work, or wherever you find yourself regularly.
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 Armando's
Live Music at Armando's
- Friday, June 6, 2014
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- Thursday, June 12, 2014
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Dinner & Show Special: Have dinner at local favorite, Haute Stuff, and mention "Dinner and a Show special", (wed-sat, 5-6) after dinner come to Armando's for a FREE beverage of choice that evening. More Details
707 Marina Vista Ave. (925) 228.6985
www.armandosmartinez.com
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California Magic Club 
Good Fun, Great Laughs, Grand Entertainment!
JUNE 6TH & 7TH
"The Gentleman Deceiver" DAVID HIRATA
opening our show on stage Magician Ray Andrews
The magic of David Hirata is equal parts style, wit, and enchantment, all adding up to great entertainment. From theater stages to private and corporate events all over the Bay Area, David has been called "A master of deceit" (KRON 4 TV) and "An extraordinary delight" (SF Bay Times). But see for yourself, he is with us this weekend for two delightful evenings of entertainment.
... with your magical host Gerry Griffin FATHER'S DAY WEEKEND JUNE 13TH & 14TH, 2014 California Magic Variety Show ... with your magical host Gerry Griffin This weekend we host the California Magic variety show. Many magicians will be performing on our stage this weekend. This means you will get to see a great sampling of the talented performers that regularly appear on the California Magic Club stage. Doors Open at 7:30 PM 514 Main St. For show and ticket info click here  |
Royal Thai Restaurant 
Friday & Saturday: K.J. Al Karaoke 6:00-11:00 414 Ferry St. (925) 313-9185Open 7 days a week. Mon-Thurs 11-9, Fri-Sun 11-9:30 
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mARTinez! 
A Rotating Art Exhibit Sponsored by Martinez Arts Association. A collaborative effort between participating downtown businesses and local artists to highlight their business by showcasing artwork.
Aloha Chiropractic 649 Main St. Ellen Heathcoate, Textile
Land Home Financial 533 Main St. Ricardo Almeraz, paintings The Family Kitchen 825 Escobar St. Susan McGuire, watercolors Harbormaster's Office at Martinez Marina Mandy Rose, photography
Tully Law Offices 713 Main St. Greg Wilkie, paintings
Citrus Salon 631 Main St. Lorena Castillo, photography Muir Executive Center 535 Main St. Lila Strong, paintings City Hall 525 Henrietta St. Richard Stahlberg, photography Martinez Library 740 Court St. Dorrie Langley, Children's literature art
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Contra Costa County Historical Society
The Contra Costa County Historical Society's History Center is located at:
724 Escobar St. in Martinez. Normal hours of operation are:
- Tuesdays, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Wednesdays, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Thursdays, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
In addition, the History Center is open on the third Saturday of each month from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
From time to time, we may be open for special events, such as exhibit open houses, or if there is an event in downtown Martinez.
Remember, we are staffed largely by volunteers, so we may not always be open the entire time. To be sure we are open, please call ahead.
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Martinez Historical Society
The Martinez Historical Society was created in 1973 to save this 1890 cottage and its site from becoming another parking lot in downtown Martinez. Convinced that our city's history deserved a repository where papers, documents, photographs and artifacts could be housed, we prevailed upon the City of Martinez to join with us in acquiring use of the "Borland House" for our purpose. A lease was obtained from the Contra Costa College District, and we took possession in February, 1974. More...
Martinez Historical Society 1005 Escobar St., 228-8160
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John Muir National Historic Site 
Fruit Rancher, Family Man, Writer... Father of the National Park Service!
John Muir played many roles in his life, all of which helped him succeed in his role as an advocate for Nature. As America's most famous naturalist and conservationist, Muir fought to protect the wild places he loved, places we can still visit today. Muir's writings convinced the U.S. government to protect Yosemite, Sequoia, Grand Canyon and Mt. Rainier as national parks.
For information and events click here

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Visit the Shell Museum 
Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am-2pm Pacheco Blvd. at Arreba
After two years of luncheons, bus trips, and holiday excursions, the Shell Martinez Complex Alumni turned their attention to the assembling of artifacts for a museum. Shell Oil Company provided the building and financing for the initial stages of the remodeling. Alumni members and their spouses donated their time and expertise from carpentry, to plumbing, to gardening, to computer programming, and spent hundreds of hours outfitting the museum. All pictures and objects are identified and catalogued and the information stored in a computer. The museum is staffed by Alumni members who also conduct tours. The museum was dedicated and opened for visitors September 22, 1990 and is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More...
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City of Martinez Housing Element Update Survey 
Help the city to better understand it's housing needs. To complete the survey, click here!

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Martinez Chamber of Commerce
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Martinez Chamber of Commerce
For more information about the Martinez Chamber events and ribbon cuttings, please visit www.martinezchamber.com
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 Sincerely, Leanne Peterson Executive Director, Main Street Martinez 925.228.3577 director@mainstreetmartinez.org |
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We do our best to provide accurate information however, dates and times can change without notice. If you find any errors or if you have an item to include in future emails, please email us at director@mainstreetmartinez.org
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