COSTA COUNTY, CA, (Apr. 13, 2025) — The Pioneer Calendar lists local events, performances and activities for the whole family.

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In the community

“Today’s Media – Fact or Fiction?” The Pleasant Hill-Martinez branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will host the League of Women Voters of Diablo Valley in a discussion of how to decipher, understand and manage media messages, 7 p.m. April 16, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1601 Mary Dr., Pleasant Hill. For more information, visit www.aauw-pleasanthill-martinez.org/program.html.

Clayton Art & Wine Festival. Wine and beer, arts/crafts and food vendors, Kids Zone, live music, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. April 26 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 27. Sponsored by the Clayton Business & Community Association (CBCA). Free admission and parking. For details, visit www.claytoncbca.org/art-wine-festival.

Concord Historical Society Spring Tea. Seatings at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. May 1, Galindo Home and Museum, 1721 Amador Ave., Concord. For more information, email info@concordhistorical.org or call 925-827-3380.

Bay Area SpringFest. Free event with live music, a food court and more than 100 artisan vendors, noon-7 p.m. May 3, Todos Santos Plaza. First 400 attendees receive a Goody Bag. For more information, visit www.bayareaspringfest.com.

Hike for Hope. A benefit for Hope Hospice, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. May 17, Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore. Register by April 14 for an early bird T-shirt at thehikeforhope.com.

NAMI Mental Health Awareness Fair. Community partners will join the local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to offer mental wellness resources, 9:30 a.m.-noon, May 17, Todos Santos Plaza, downtown Concord. For more information, visit https://namicontracosta.org/news/2025/nami-in-motion-2025.

Pleasant Hill Art, Wine & Music Festival. Wine, beer, music, artisan vendor, food trucks and a new Agricultural Area, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. May 17-18, downtown Pleasant Hill. For more details, visit www.pleasanthillchamber.com.

Concord’s Got Talent. Residents 50 and up can display their talents, 5-9 p.m. May 17, Concord Senior Center, 2727 Parkside Circle. Proceeds support recreation scholarships for Concord senior citizens. For more information, go to www.visitconcordca.com/events/concords-got-talent-senior-center.

Bay Area KidFest. Three days of family fun including entertainment, attractions, rides, a food court and free activities, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 24-25 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 26, Mt. Diablo High School, 2450 Grant St., Concord. For more information, visit www.kidfestconcord.com/bay-area-kidfest.

Sunset by the Lake Summer Concert Series. Sponsored by the Pleasant Hill Civic Action Commission, 6-8 p.m. Sundays outside Pleasant Hill City Hall, 100 Gregory Lane. May 25: the Billy Martini Show. June 8: the Great Space Coaster. June 22: Dakita. July 6: the Bell Brothers. July 20: the Uninvited. Aug. 3: Johnny and June Forever. Aug. 17: Dirty Cello. Aug. 31: the Big Jangle. Family Fun Zones on May 25, June 8, July 5 and July 20. For details, visit www.phillca.gov/summerconcerts.

Walnut Creek Art & Wine Festival. Arts and crafts, live music, plus wine and beer gardens, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. May 31 and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. June 1, Civic Park (note new location), 1375 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. For more information, visit www.walnut-creek.com/art-wine-festival-2025.

Downtown Merchants Summer Concert Series. 7-9 p.m. in the plaza in front of Jack’s Restaurant and Bar, Crescent Drive, Pleasant Hill. June 20: Neon Velvet. July 17: Patron Latin Rhythms. Aug. 21: The Cheeseballs. Sept. 18: Foreverland. For more information, click here.

Juneteenth Celebration. The event marks the end of slavery in the United States, 5-9 p.m. June 19, Pleasant Hill City Hall, 100 Gregory Lane. Includes entertainment by the Joint Chiefs Band and Off the Grid food trucks. For more information, visit www.phillca.gov/1608/Juneteenth-Celebration-2025.

Off the Grid. Food trucks and music, 5-9 p.m. Thursdays at the lake by Pleasant Hill City Hall, 100 Gregory Lane. (No events July 17, Aug. 21 and Sept. 18 due to the Downtown Merchants Summer Concert Series.) For more information, visit www.phillca.gov/888/Festivals-Events.

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.

Earth Day

Clayton Cleans Up. The day begins with doughnuts and coffee at 8 a.m. April 19. T-shirts will be available for the first 200 volunteers. Cleanup followed by a noon BBQ at City Hall sponsored by Republic Services. Community groups can also set up a table in the City Hall Courtyard to share their mission. For more information or to reserve a table, contact Peter Cloven at gobears_34@yahoo.com.

Earth Day Wellness Fair. Includes planting of medicinal herbs, mini yoga, sound bath sessions, acupressure and wellness booths, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 19, Todos Santos Plaza, downtown Concord. Sponsored by La Concordia Wellness Center. For more information, visit www.laconcordiawellness.org.

Pleasant Hill Earth Day Celebration. Crafts and activities, plus enjoy dinner from the food trucks at the Off the Grid event, 5-7 p.m. April 24, Pleasant Hill City Hall, 100 Gregory Lane.

Easter

Easter Celebration. Free family event featuring face painting, balloon artistry, cotton candy, crafts, goodie bags (while supplies last) and a visit from the Easter Bunny, 3-5 p.m. April 18, the plaza at Jack’s Restaurant, 60 Crescent Dr., Pleasant Hill. For details, visit downtown-pleasant-hill-easter-celebration.

Haraiuku Easter Egg Hunt. Kids 12 and under can search for Easter eggs surrounded by their favorite Japanese anime characters, event runs10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 19, with the egg hunt noon-2 p.m., Todos Santos Plaza, downtown Concord. Get tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/the-bays-cutest-easter-egg-hunt-tickets-1246809202889.

In the Garden

Pleasant Hill Instructional Garden Earth Day Celebration. Includes exhibits, plant talks and garden tours, 12:30-4:30 p.m. April 27, 1 Santa Barbara Road, Pleasant Hill. Register for the garden tour at eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-celebration-tickets-1300284980379?aff=oddtdtcreator.

Danville-Alamo-Walnut Creek AAUW Garden Tour. The “Escape to Serenity” fundraiser, featuring six gardens, supports college scholarships for local women, STEM camperships for middle school girls and educational programs in the community, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 9-10. Ticket prices go up April 29. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://daw-ca.aauw.net/2025-garden-tour.

Clayton Valley Garden Club Plant Sale. Drought-tolerant perennials, succulents, tomatoes, vegetables and California natives, plus gently used garden items, garden art and friendly gardening advice, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. May 10, Endeavor Hall, 6008 Center St., Clayton. For more information, visit www.claytonvalleygardenclub.org or call 925-276-2299.

Clayton Gardens Tour. A variety of garden styles featured in a benefit for the Clayton Historical Society & Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 16-17, rain or shine. Purchase tickets in advance for $40 at www.claytonhistory.org; at R&M Pool, Patio & Gardens, 6780 Marsh Creek Road, Clayton; or at the Clayton Museum, 6101 Main St., 2-4 p.m. Sundays and Wednesdays. To purchase by mail, send a check to the Clayton Museum, P.O. Box 94, Clayton, CA 94517. Tickets are $45 on tour days. For details, call the Clayton Museum at 925-672-0420 and leave a message.

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.

Celebrate Día with Lotería. Celebrate Children’s Day, Book Day (Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros) all through April. Search the Children’s Area for Lotería images. Find them all to receive a prize.

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

“The Roommate.” A middle aged woman and her new roommate form an odd couple in Center Rep’s play that is part mystery/part comedy, through April 20, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. For tickets, call 925-943-7469 or go to www.lesherartscenter.org.

“Infinite Affection.” Showcasing the abstract art of Terin Christensen, through April 27, JOR Fine Art Gallery, 1026 Oak St. No 102, Clayton. For details, call 925-768-5662 or email joreillyfineartgallery@gmail.com.

“The Importance of Being Earnest.” B8 Theatre Company presents Oscar Wilde’s classic satire, May 2-18, Campbell Theater, 636 Ward St., Martinez. For tickets, go to www.campbelltheater.com.

“Spring Soirée.” Festival Opera presents an evening of music and celebration inspired by Parisian musical salons of the past, 4-7 p.m. May 3, Piedmont Center for the Arts, 801 Magnolia Ave. Wine, small bites, and live and silent auctions. For tickets, visit www.festivalopera.org/spring-soiree?utm_campaign=d9a79203-ae47-4638-b42b-7a72ae191fd8&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&cid=36680e61-fe58-4d8f-9ef3-4b563e22bd04.

“Spring Rep.” Contra Costa Ballet presents a tribute to its directors, Richard Cammack and Zola Dishong, May 9-10, Hofmann Theatre, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. For tickets, call 925-943-SHOW or visit www.lesherartscenter.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/18708/3094?npage=3.

“Chicago.” Pittsburg Theatre Company presents the hit musical, May 9-18, California Theatre, 350 Railroad Ave., Pittsburg. For tickets, visit www.tickets831.com or call 925-427-1611.

Color of Joy. An art exhibit showing how color enriches our lives, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday through May 10, Valley Art Gallery, 1661 Botelho Dr., Suite 110, Walnut Creek. For more information, visit valleyartgallery.org or call 925-935-4311.

“Alice in Wonderland” and “Reflections.” Diablo Ballet’s new production of “Alice” with choreographer Brian Enos plus Gerald Arpino’s work created in 1971 for the Joffrey Ballet, May 16-17, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Meet and greet with the cast after the 2 p.m. May 17 performance. For tickets, call 925-943-SHOW or visit www.lesherartscenter.org or www.diabloballet.org.

“2025: A Space Rhapsody.” The Diablo Women’s Chorale concert features songs like “Age of Aquarius,” “A Space Oddity” and “Defying Gravity,” 7 p.m. May 16 and 3 p.m. May 18, San Ramon Valley United Methodist Church, 902 Danville Blvd., Alamo. For tickets, visit diablowomenschorale.org.

“Elements.” Concord Art Association (CAA) show, through June 26, Concord Visitor Center, 2151 Salvio St, Suite T. Regular hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Art is available for purchase. Artists’ reception 4-6 p.m. June 6. For details, visit www.concordartassociation.org.

“Clayton’s General Store.” Step back in time and visit the 19th century store owned by Clayton pioneer Charles Rhine, 2-4 p.m. Wednesday and Sunday, Clayton Museum, 6101 Main St. For more information, visit www.claytonhistory.org.

Auditions

“Tootsie.” Clayton Theatre Company will produce the musical in October. Auditions 4-6 p.m. April 13 and 7-9 p.m. April 14, with callbacks 7-9 p.m. April 21. Non-Equity actors 18 and up should prepare a two-minute monologue and 32 bars from a Broadway show. No appointment necessary. Download audition form at www.claytontheatrecompany.com.