COSTA COUNTY, CA, (Mar. 9, 2025) — 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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In the community

John Muir Hospital Volunteer Art Sale. Volunteers have donated framed artwork to sell to support patient care, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 14, Concord Rooms 1 and 2, John Muir Medical Center, 2540 East St., Concord.

Sock Hop. Transport back to the 1950s with music and dancing in a fundraiser for the Senior Scholarship Program, 4-8 p.m. March 15, 2727 Parkside Circle, Concord. Get tickets at visit www.cityofconcord.org/438/Special-Events or 925-671-3318.

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.

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, March 14-23, Endeavor Hall 6008 Center St., Clayton. For tickets, visit www.claytontheatrecompany.com.

“Go With the Flow.” Featuring watercolors by Nancy Fischer on Yupo paper, through March 15, Valley Art Gallery, 1661 Botelho Drive, Suite 110, Walnut Creek. The gallery is open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. For more information, visit www.valleyartgallery.org or call 925-935-4311.

“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.

“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.

“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.