CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA, (Dec. 15, 2024) — The Pioneer Calendar lists local events, performances and activities for the whole family.

We update the Pioneer Calendar page every week so check back often to find out what’s going on near you.

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For the Holidays

Fratello Marionettes’ “North Pole Review.” A puppet production featuring a graceful ice skater, high-kicking Russian Trepak Dancers and acrobatic penguins, 6-7 p.m. Dec. 16, Concord Library, 2900 Salvio St.

“Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and Then Some!).” A fast-paced, slightly irreverent array of Christmas stories, through Dec. 21, Town Hall Theatre, 3535 School St., Lafayette. For tickets, call 925-283-6673 or go to www.townhalltheatre.com.

A Christmas Carol.” Center Rep’s classic production, through 22, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. For tickets, call 925-943-7469 or go to www.centerrep.org.

“Upon a Midnight Clear.” Sufism Reoriented presents a holiday concert filled with stories and songs to celebrate the Light, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Dec. 22, Sufism Reoriented Sanctuary, 11 White Horse Court (enter on Boulevard Way), Walnut Creek. Guests can come and go as they wish. Includes warm cider, treats and a living nativity scene. Guest parking available off-site at 1295 Boulevard Way and 1300 Boulevard Way, a two-block walk. On-site parking available for anyone with mobility issues and families with small children. Kindly avoid street parking.

Artful Giving Collection. Hand-crafted ceramic, wood and glass pieces, original jewelry, holiday decorations, textiles and other one-of-a-kind gifts from Bay Area artists, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, through Dec. 28, Valley Art Gallery, 1661 Botelho Dr., Suite 110, Walnut Creek. For details, visit www.valleyartgallery.org or call 925-935-4311.

In the Community

Concord Farmers Market. Sponsored by the Pacific Coast Farmers Market Association, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, Todos Santos Plaza, downtown Concord. Visit pcfma.org for more information.

In the Military

Women Marines Association. The Bay Area chapter meets 11:30 a.m. every third Saturday, usually at Harry’s Hofbrau, 14900 E. 14th St, San Leandro. For more information, visit https://wmaca3.org or contact Janet Johnson at 925-890-4583.

Clayton Library

The Clayton Library is at 6125 Clayton Road. For more information on any of these events, call 925-673-0659 or visit ccclib.org/events.

Homework Help. For elementary school students, 3:45-5:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Some assistance also available for sixth and seven graders. To make an appointment, either call or stop by the library. Drop-ins welcome on a space available basis.

Lapsit Storytime. For children aged 0-3, 11-11:15 a.m. Thursdays. Children must attend with caregiver.

Toddler/Preschool Storytime. For children ages 2-5, 11:30 a.m.-noon Thursdays. Children must attend with caregiver. Stay and play toys available afterward.

The Arts

“Cinderella’s Wedding.” Featuring Diablo Ballet’s premiere of “Donizetti Variations” by George Balanchine, Feb. 7-8, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. For tickets, call 925-943-SHOW (7469) or visit www.lesherartscenter.org or www.diabloballet.org.