COSTA COUNTY, CA, (Mar. 16, 2025) — The Pioneer Calendar lists local events, performances and activities for the whole family.

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In the community

Mobile Pet Adoption. Clayton Girl Scout Troop 32379 is partnering with Contra Costa Animal Services for a pet adoption, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. March 22, downtown Clayton near the Historical Society and Clayton Community Church. The event is part of a Silver Award project for Katie Scullin, an eighth grader at Diablo View Middle School. For more information on available pets, visit www.contracosta.ca.gov/2424/available-animals.

“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.

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, 105 Crescent Dr., Pleasant Hill. For details, visit downtown-pleasant-hill-easter-celebration.

Clayton Cleans Up. Community groups can set up a table in the City Hall Courtyard to share their mission with volunteers who will be cleaning up the town, 8 a.m.-noon April 19, followed by a BBQ sponsored by Republic Services. For more information or to reserve a table, contact Peter Cloven at gobears_34@yahoo.com.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Women’s History Month Seek and Find. Children can search the Children’s Area for images of books about women, every day in March. Find them all to receive a prize. Complete an additional challenge on the back of the game sheet to win a second prize. Pick up a game sheet at the front of the library or in the Children’s Area to get started.

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

“Noises Off.” Clayton Theatre Company presents the play that explores the foolishness of theater actors, through March 23, Endeavor Hall 6008 Center St., Clayton. For tickets, visit www.claytontheatrecompany.com.

“Hooked on a Feeling.” Exhibit of local artists by the Concord Art Association, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday through March 27, Concord Visitor Center, 2151 Salvio St., Suite T. For more information, visit www.concordartassociation.org/exhibits.

“Swan Lake Suite.” In conjunction with Diablo Ballet’s 31st anniversary, March 28-29, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. A Gala at the Garden will be held after the March 28 performance. For details on the gala, call 925-943-1775. After the 2 p.m. March 29 show, ticketholders are invited to a meet and greet with the cast. For tickets, call 925-943-7469 or visit www.lesherartscenter.org or www.diabloballet.org.

“Elements.” Concord Art Association (CAA) show, March 28-June 27, Concord Visitor Center, 2151 Salvio St, Suite T. Regular hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Art is available for purchase. For details, visit www.concordartassociation.org.

“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, March 30-April 20, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. For tickets, call 925-943-7469 or go to www.lesherartscenter.org.

“Improvised Dungeons and Dragons: A Spontaneous Quest!” Synergy Theater production based on the fantasy-adventure role playing game, with audience participation, April 3-13, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. For tickets, call 925-943-7469 or go to www.lesherartscenter.org.

Laurie Roldan sings Karen Carpenter. A benefit concert for Hospice East Bay, April 10, Danville Village Theatre, 233 Front St. For tickets, go to https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E87436&id=34.

“What in the World.” The Concord Art Association presents a new collection of work by local artists, through April 10, 5298 Clayton Road, Concord. Regular hours for Centre Concord are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. For more information, visit www.concordartassociation.org/exhibits.

“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.

“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.

“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.