DECEMBER 6, 13, 20, 27: WISDOM CIRCLE
10am. A free drop-in discussion group. Talk about life experiences, current challenges
and problem solving. Information 510-724-9800, Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles
Avenue, Pinole.
DECEMBER 6, 13, 20, AND 27: BOY SCOUT TROOP 146
MEETINGS
7-8:30pm. Come join the adventures of scouting! Monthly hiking/camping trips - river
rafting, rock climbing, Point Reyes, Sierra mountain lakes, Angel Island, Snow Mountain,
Camp Wolfeboro Summer Camp. Winner of the Camporee Presidential Award. For all
boys age 11 to 17. Elks Lodge #1251, 3931 San Pablo Dam Rd, El Sobrante.
DECEMBER 6, 13, 20, 27: RISE N’SHINE STORYTIME!
10:15am. Come visit our storytime, where we will read books, sing songs, and have
fun! For toddlers and children up to 5 years of age. San Pablo Library, 13751 San
Pablo Ave, San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
DECEMBER 6, 13, 20, 27: WRITING WORKSHOP
1:30pm. $3 members/ $4 non-members. In this weekly group the focus is on you and
your experiences. Call front desk for more information 510-724-9800, Pinole Senior
Center, 2500 Charles Avenue, Pinole.
DECEMBER 6: FARM ANIMALS
3:30pm. Naturalist Anthony Fisher from the East Bay Regional Parks District will bring a
chicken and a rabbit. For all ages. Rodeo Library, 220 Pacific Ave, Rodeo.
510-799-2606.
DECEMBER 6: CANVAS PAINTING
2-3:30pm. Join us for an adult craft. We will paint on an 8 ½ x 11 canvas with acrylic
paints. All materials provided for free. No previous art experience needed. Have fun.
Meet new people. Richmond Public Library, Whittlesey Room, 325 Civic Center Plaza,
Richmond. 510-620-6561.
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DECEMBER 7, 14, 21, 28: GUITAR
Beginner class 8:30am. Advanced class 10am. $1 members/ $2 non-members. Must
bring own guitar. Call front desk for more information 510-724-9800, Pinole Senior
Center, 2500 Charles Avenue, Pinole.
DECEMBER 7, 14, 21, 28: BINGO
1pm. $8 buy in for a 10 game pack or $10 for 2 packs. $1 for warm-ups, special
games and flash cards. Age 18+ is welcome! Call front desk for more information
510-724-9800, Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles Avenue, Pinole.
DECEMBER 7, 14, 21: MINDFULNESS MEDITATION
4pm. Open to all adults Take the stress out of the week with an hour of meditation on
Fridays. Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
DECEMBER 8: JINGLE, JINGLE, LET’S MINGLE
10am-1pm. FREE. Valley Bible Church, 1477 Willow Avenue, Hercules. Join the women
of Valley Bible Church for a delicious brunch and time of fellowship! We will worship the
Lord in song, learn from God’s Word, make fun and festive crafts, and enjoy activities
that will usher us in to the Christmas season.
DECEMBER 7: PINOLE BOOK CLUB
2:30pm. Join us the first Friday of every month for our book discussion. Our selection
for December is My Name is Lucy Barton, by Elizabeth Strout. Pinole Library,
2935 Pinole Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
DECEMBER 8: BOOKITUDE!!
3pm. A book club for girls ages 10-13. Join us for a fun discussion of interesting books
Please pick up the latest book at the Pinole Library circulation desk.
Pinole Library, 2935 Pinole Valley Rd. 510-758-2741.
DECEMBER 8: CAROL SING AND SOUPER SUPPER
5:30pm-8pm. Free evening of music and sing-along Christmas carols. Pictures to take
home, crafts for children. Bring snacks if you can or just come and enjoy. Call
234-0954 or pcrichmond.org. First Presbyterian Church, 35th and Barrett, Richmond.
DECEMBER 10: TOASTMASTERS OPEN HOUSE
12:15pm. Develop your communication and leadership skills in a supportive and positive
environment. Learn more about Toast of Richmond (a PRESIDENT’S DISTINGUISHED
CLUB) San Pablo Library Conference Room, 13751 San Pablo Ave,
San Pablo. 510-417-2475.
DECEMBER 10 TO 26: SHADI HOLIDAY DISPLAY IN EL CERRITO
5-10pm.Visit the historic, hand-crafted display at 7501 Moeser Lane; lights & music
nightly.More info at ShadiHolidayDisplay.com.
DECEMBER 11: SAN PABLO WRITER’S GROUP
5-7pm. Always wanted to be an author? Meet with the writer’s group to learn and share
with like-minded folks. Ages 18 and up. San Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo Ave,
San Pablo. 510-374-3998.
DECEMBER 11: LEARN TO SOLVE THE RUBIK’S CUBE
6pm. Learn to solve the Rubik’s Cube at the San Pablo Library. Register for a free
Rubik’s Cube and attend a class that will teach you how to solve it. Register through the
Library’s Events Calendar or call or stop by the San Pablo Library for more information.
This program is recommended for ages 10 and up.
DECEMBER 12: FAMILY NIGHT: COWGIRL TRICKS
6pm. Cowgirl Tricks is a variety act with rope tricks and magic that is sure to be
enjoyed by the whole family. This interactive musical performance embo dies the spirit
of Western comedy. Sponsored by Friends of the Pinole Library. Pinole Library,2935
Pinole Valley Road. 510-758-2741.
DECEMBER 13: EL CERRITO GARDEN CLUB HOLIDAY
LUNCHEON
The luncheon begins at noon and includes a full meal and sing-a-long. EC Community
Center, 7007 Moeser Lane, El Cerrito Reservations are due by Friday, December 1 and
cost $25. Info, Marion at 510-236-4421.
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