Boating & Yachting on the Delta 05.12.17

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Popular boat show docks in Discovery Bay DAWNMARIE FEHR

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fter its successful comeback in 2016, the Jeff Dawson Memorial Boat Show will cruise again this year, from May 19

to 21, at the Discovery Bay Marina, and the show promises to be better than ever.

“It’s back by popular demand and should be a sold-out event,” said Glenn Hoffman, president of the Discovery Bay Lions Club, one of the hosts of the event. “We have 10 boat dealers booked and more than 20 brands at the show. There are more yachts this year than ever, with everything from ski boats, wake boats, fishing boats and family cruisers to a new electric jet ski that’s being unveiled. Everything will be boat-related; we’ll even have vendors with docks and lifts, boat-repair companies and Wet Sound, the premier boat stereo vendor.”

The event is sure to be a hit with the entire family. There will be food and drink available, including the Discovery Bay Lions Club’s famous hot dogs and burgers, live music and plenty of booths to browse on all three days of the event. Simpson ON THE COVER: Boating enthusiasts will head to the Jeff Dawson Memorial Boat Show, May 19 to 21, at the Discovery Bay Marina. The annual event will feature all things boat-related, as well as live music, food and local vendors.

Yachts, owned by Discovery Bay resident Chris Simpson and his wife Amy, will be one of 10 boat dealers at the show.

“We are excited for this year’s show and would like to thank the Discovery Bay Lions for all their work to put it on,” Simpson said. “Simpson Yachts will have at least three yachts displayed, ranging from 36 foot to 52 foot, located at their sales dock in the Discovery Bay Yacht Harbor. Last year was exceptional for a first year event, and this year is going to be even bigger and better.”

Last’s year’s event attracted 3,000 people and raised $25,000. Hoffman has no doubt 2017 will be even better. Another large contributor to the show is Discovery Bay’s NorCal Mastercraft, owned by Rick LaManna, who expressed his gratitude to the forces working behind the scenes to get this event off the ground.

“Last year’s show marked a revival for what was once a thriving annual event that ignited the local economy and the entire community through the charity actions of the Lions Club of Discovery Bay,” LaManna said. “Glenn Hoffman and Dan Gay, the harbor master, have been so generous with their time and tireless with their commitment.”

The show will have free parking and admission.

All proceeds will go to the Discovery Bay Lions Club to be dispensed to local charities, including schools and those in need. The boat show is open Friday, noon to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 925-516-4700 or visit www.discoverybaylions.com.

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Sail into summer with Classic Boat Works AMY SCHRADER

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Ken Luke, owner of Classic Boat Works in Brentwood, offers old-fashioned quality service for the storage, maintenance and repair of boats.

oat maintenance and repairs are hard and dirty work, but they extend the life of

your boat and ensure smooth sailing during the boating season.

Classic Boat Works in Brentwood can take care of the work for you, so your boat will be ready to hit the water for some fun in the sun.

“If you don’t pay attention to regular maintenance on your boat, you might end up running into some major issues on the water that could ruin your vacation,” said Ken Luke, Classic Boat Works owner, who has over 30 years of experience in the industry. “Regular maintenance is paramount if you own a boat.”

Besides regular maintenance, including oil changes, tune-ups and 100-hour services, Classic Boat Works also offers repairs, including engine and transmission rebuilds, hole reconstruction, submerged object damage and other services.

They also offer outdoor boat storage on 2 acres of land designated for boats only.

Regardless of the service, Classic Boat Works’ customers receive old-fashioned, quality service.

“Our business motto is how things used to be, because we provide service the way it

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used to be,” said Luke. “We are an old-school shop that believes in doing the right thing, and when I shake a customer’s hand, it means something to me.”

Customers learn firsthand what that means.

“When we were broken down on the Delta, I called Ken and described what was happening with our boat,” said Brentwood resident Chris Dobbertin, who has been a customer of Luke’s for over 10 years.

Luke brought necessary parts out to the area where Dobbertin was stranded and fixed his boat on the spot, without charging an arm and a leg.

“It was awesome,” said Dobbertin.

“In this day and age, the type of service and top-notch work he provides is unheard of. It is impeccable.”

Luke takes other extra steps to make sure his customers are happy, including following up with them after they take trips to find out if they have any boat concerns.

During storage, if it rains, Classic Boat Works’ employees knock water from boat covers and let their customers know if their cover is torn or damaged. Customers can replace damaged covers themselves or opt to have it done for them. Their employees make sure boat plugs are out, each boat has mildew control bags, and for long-term storage, they jack boats up and put them on blocks to

protect the tires.

When boats are removed from storage, Luke wipes them down and completes a preliminary quick inspection to make sure the boat’s battery is charged, the engine is running, switches work and that the boat meets the Coast Guard’s requirements, including having life preservers, fire extinguishers and first-aid kits.

“No one does all of this stuff,” said Luke.

“I want to create a different environment for my customers.”

Classic Boat Works is located at 6715 Brentwood Blvd., Suite A, in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-451-2318.

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It’s all in the family for Chris Lauritzen and his sister Margaret LauritzenLane, who are the latest generation to carry on the Lauritzen Yacht Harbor name, which was started in the Delta area in 1906.

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Lauritzen Yacht Harbor, a piece of Delta history AMY SCHRADER

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hristian Lauritzen III has spent much of his life watching ships forge their way

through the waters of the Delta, and as harbormaster of Lauritzen Yacht Harbor in Oakley, some would say he is as much a part of the Delta as the fish that build nests in its waters and the birds that migrate there.

In truth, Lauritzen Yacht Harbor is not your typical marina. It has open and covered

berths; boat storage; a large two-lane, 100-foot concrete launch ramp; fuel dock; pump-out station; as well as perks like 24-hour security, which gives you peace of mind when leaving your prized investment behind.

What makes this harbor extraordinary is its family history, which dates back to a time when there were no bridges and life on the Delta depended on boats, barges and skiffs for transportation.

“I’m the fourth generation of my family to live on the Delta,” said Lauritzen. “It’s a lifestyle that isn’t always easy, but we choose to live it. I love living on the water.”

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Lauritzen from page 5B California dates back to 1868, when Chris Lauritzen’s great-grandparents, Hanz Christian and Adelheit Lauritzen, and their four children emigrated from Denmark to the Bodega Bay area.

They eventually settled on Wood Island, across from Rio Vista, in the Sacramento River. They had a total of eight children, the youngest born in 1882.

The Lauritzens had two passions, farming and the sea, both of which they explored by farming 100 acres of fertile land in the Delta and by starting a transportation company.

In 1906, Hanz’s sons, Christian Sr. and his brother, incorporated the Lauritzen Transportation Company, which operated ferries, tugs and passenger crafts all over the Delta waterways.

At one point, the family had a fleet of seven boats ferrying passengers and freight throughout the Delta.

A piece of the Lauritzen Transportation Company’s history can be found at the Smithsonian Institution – the world’s largest museum, education and research complex – which visited Christian Sr. to request he donate his Atlas Imperial Diesel Engine, the third Atlas Imperial Diesel Engine ever built and the only engine out of the first three that still remained intact.

The transportation company was embedded into the history of the Delta, as well as that of Northern California.

When the first Antioch Bridge was constructed and automobiles began to dominate passenger traffic, the Lauritzen

family moved operations to Jersey Island, and in 1941, Christian Sr. purchased the land Lauritzen Yacht Harbor sits on today.

“My father, Christian Jr., dug out the entrance to the levy himself and dug out all of the basins,” said Lauritzen.

The concrete for the launching ramp was poured in 1959, marking the official beginning of the harbor, which sits on 18.5 acres, including four acres of water. Since then, life on the Delta has changed significantly.

“People don’t use the water like they used to,” said Lauritzen. “There used to be a community feel of life on the harbor, and now, people keep to themselves more.”

According to Lauritzen, life on the water has also changed, because fewer people own boats, and those who do often choose kayaks and paddle boards.

One thing that hasn’t changed is the Lauritzen family’s presence on the Delta, as Christian Lauritzen III owns and operates the family business with his sister Margaret Lauritzen-Lane.

“Our family has always taken good care of people on the Delta and have been good stewards of the water,” said Lauritzen.

Customers of Lauritzen Yacht Harbor couldn’t agree more.

“Their staff not only takes good care of the property and the marina, but also their customers,” said Concord resident Vaughn Sobajian.

The harbor is located at 115 Lauritzen Lane, in Oakley. For more information, call 925-757-1916 or visit www.lauritzens.com.

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The Contra Costa County Marine Patrol works hard to make local waterways safe for boaters.

Staying safe on the Delta May 16 to 22, and for boaters and water enthusiasts in and

around the Delta, staying safe on the water is job No. 1 for the Marine Patrol Unit (MPU) of the Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office (CCCSO).

The MPU is fully manned, with seven full-time and four part-time deputies, as well as two sergeants, and deputies are planning to make their presence known this spring and summer by appearing at local government meetings and spending more time on the water. The officers patrol more than 200 miles

of coastline from Richmond to Discovery Bay. Lt. Jose Beltran of the MPU recently appeared at the Town of Discovery Bay Community Services District (CSD) meeting to reintroduce the patrol unit and highlight what will be coming this summer.

“The overall mission of Marine Patrol Services is to enforce regulations on the waterways of Contra Costa County,” Beltran explained. “We also provide boating education and search-and-rescue services, and we try to improve the overall quality of life here on the Delta.”

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of Pansini Auto Spa. Pansini, who grew up in Discovery Bay, has been around boats all his life. He started the detailing business in 2008.

“I love detailing boats so they look great on the water,” said Pansini.

While many people may take on the task of detailing their own boats, having a professional do the job not only saves time, but also ensures it’s done correctly.

“Having it done by a pro can have a lot of benefits,” said Pansini. “A lot of people who like to do it themselves sometimes tend to do things with the wrong products, which can damage or discolor their boat, and they end up having to spend way more money bringing it to a professional to fix the mistakes.”

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Delta from page 7B are ready for heavy Delta traffic over the coming months.

Marine Patrol Officer Lance Morrison is looking forward to the continued education of Delta boaters.

“One of the biggest things people should look into is the new operator’s license program that will be phased in over several years,” Morrison said. “It’s simple; mostly just going online and getting the education.

The state is requesting that people at least get ahold of the handbook and read over it before taking the test.”

Another big area the MPU wants boaters educated on is the blue-light law.

“People need to know that if (the sheriff is) out there – making a stop on the water and

Boat from page 8B Customers can choose services ranging from a basic wash and wax, with a light interior cleaning, to a full-blown oxidization removal and ceramic coating for the best protection. The spa’s employees thoroughly wash boats with a foam bath and then compound, polish or wax the exterior of the boat, depending on its needs. Carpets and windows are cleaned, inside and out.

All seats are removed to ensure proper cleaning of the tops and bottoms, and an application of a UV-protection interior dressing adds a layer of protection from hot summer sunrays.

“Our equipment and products allow us to do the best detail possible,” said Pansini.

“We have done quite a few boats, so we

BOATING & YACHTING our blue light is on – all other boaters have to come down to a no-wake speed,” Morisson said. “Otherwise, it can cause serious damage to our boat or the boat we are (stopping). We really want people to be aware of that.”

Delta boaters should also be aware of the laws regarding the use of alcohol on the Delta. Just like motor-vehicle operators, boat operators must have a blood alcohol level (BAL) no higher than 0.08 percent. However, open containers are allowed on boats.

For more information on the MPU, visit www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/214/ Marine-Patrol-STARR-One or call 925-3351500. For more information on the new California Boater card requirements, which begins Jan. 1, visit www.dbw.ca.gov or call 888-326-2822. know the ins and outs and tips and tricks of getting things done the right way.”

When Pansini’s customers hit the water, they know their boat is ready for whatever summer brings.

“Pansini Auto Spa not only takes care of our boat, but also our six cars,” said Brentwood resident Loni Radetic. “They use extremely high-quality products, and their workmanship is exceptional. Since a friend referred us there, we haven’t gone anywhere else. There is no comparison; they go the extra mile and always exceed our expectations.”

Pansini Auto Spa is located at 3850 Main St., in Oakley. For more information, call 925-240-4028 or visit www.pansiniautospa. com.

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One uncle stabbed another uncle. One refused medical attention and left; the other was treated for a stab wound to the hand and ear.

May 2, 10:55 p.m.

The following is a sample of recent activity reported by local law-enforcement agencies.

OAKLEY April 23, 2:20 p.m. A suspicious subject was reported at 90 block Ottawa Street.

April 23, 4:26 p.m. Police were informed of an unwanted guest on the 2300 block Knox Lane.

April 23, 5:30 p.m. A suspicious vehicle was stopped by authorities on Rose Avenue and Vinewood Drive.

April 23, 7:20 p.m. An abandoned vehicle was reported on Almond Drive.

April 23, 11:44 p.m. Police received complaints of a barking dog at the 3800 block of Armstrong Court.

April 24, 6:42 a.m. Patrol was requested on Crockett Park.

April 24, 7:38 a.m. Police were called due to suspicious circumstances at the 500 block of Norcross Lane.

April 24, 9:07 a.m. A security check was made at Diamond Hills Sports Club and Spa. April 24, 3:20 p.m. Authorities towed a vehicle at the 30 block of Oak Villa Court.

April 24, 9:05 p.m. Authorities were informed of a reckless driver on East Cypress Road and Sellers Avenue.

April 24, 11 p.m. A patrol request was made at Emerson Ranch.

April 24, 11:05 p.m. A suspicious subject on the 3100 block of Main Street was reported to the police.

April 25, 12:23 a.m. Police stopped a suspicious vehicle at the Raley’s parking lot.

April 25, 12:30 a.m. Service was provided to a citizen at Malicoat Avenue.

April 25, 4:49 a.m. A suspicious subject was reported at Diamond Hills Sports Club and Spa. April 25, 6:28 a.m. Patrol was requested at Crockett Park.

April 25, 6:32 a.m. A public nuisance was reported at Courtland Drive.

April 25, 7:04 a.m. A hit-and-run misdemeanor occurred at Francisco Villa Drive.

April 25, 7:26 a.m. A patrol was requested at

Orchard Park Elementary School.

April 25, 10:10 a.m. A hit and run misdemeanor occurred at the 3900 block of Cloverbrook Avenue.

April 25, 11:23 a.m. Someone reported identity theft at the 5000 block of Fernwood Court.

April 25, 1:54 p.m. Service was provided to a citizen at the 1200 block of Sierra Trail Road.

April 25, 9:37 p.m. A welfare check was conducted at the 2400 block of Laurel Road.

April 25, 9:37 p.m. Suspicious circumstances were reported at the 200 block of Almondtree Lane.

April 26, 1 a.m. A patrol was requested at Freedom High School.

April 26, 1:05 a.m. A patrol was requested at Diamond Hills Sports Club and Spa. April 26, 6:17 a.m. A welfare check was conducted at Oak Forest Avenue.

April 26, 6:29 a.m. Patrol was requested at Crockett Park.

April 26, 8:04 a.m. Grand theft was reported at the 900 block of Murillo Court.

April 26, 8:19 a.m. Patrol was requested at the 900 block of Weibel Court.

April 26, 8:26 a.m. A suspect was arrested with possession of stolen items.

ANTIOCH April 30, 11:14 a.m. A woman’s child’s father was being violent and refusing to leave on San Jose Drive. The victim claimed he had choked her and was drinking.

April 30, 8:44 p.m. A woman’s boyfriend beat her and left in an Acura.

May 1, 1:41 a.m. Someone was shot in the chest on K Street.

May 1, 3:04 a.m. Police responded to an alarm and saw someone walking around the backyard of a residence on Shannon-

dale Drive.

May 1, 1:04 p.m. Assault and theft were reported on Wagon Wheel Way. May 2, 12:04 p.m. A woman was in the mall parking on Somersville Road when two people stole her phone.

May 2, 5:52 p.m. Two juveniles pinned down a girl and punched her at an elementary school on West 3rd Street. The staff didn’t do anything. No medical treatment was needed.

May 2, 10:55 p.m. One uncle stabbed another uncle. One refused medical attention and left; the other was seen for a stab wound to the hand and ear.

May 3, 7:28 p.m. Someone’s brother-in-law was making threats to the reporting person’s sister. Reporting person said the man hit the woman the day before at another location and that he hit her again at the time of the report.

May 4, 5:24 p.m. The owner of a business reported a female employee had just called him, saying a suspect had come in with a gun and told the woman to get down on the ground.

May 4, 11:14 p.m. A man arrived home to find his door kicked open and window broken on Lake Drive.

May 5, 10:38 p.m. A Spanish speaker witnessed a man fighting with a customer and taking his wallet in the parking lot at Cavallo Road.

May 6, 2:33 p.m. A house was reported to have been ransacked on Marie Avenue. Authorities were forced to enter the dwelling through a window.

May 6, 4:19 p.m. A man attempted to take items at a location on Somersville Road, but was stopped when a person grabbed the basket. The man’s location is unknown, but he exposed part of the gun to the witness.

The suspect was reported to be wearing a black and grey jacket.

May 6, 4:49 p.m. A man met a man and two women at a bar in Pittsburg. He was dropped off at the motel on 18th Street, where they took his necklace and hit him on the head with a bottle.

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The Pittsburg Community Theatre presents “Hairspray,” on Fridays and Saturdays, from May 12 to 21, at 8 p.m., with a special Sunday matinee on May 20, at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $10 to $25. For more information, visit www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com or call 925-427-1611.

Roll Back BBQ

Bethel Island Women’s Club presents its annual Roll Back BBQ, with doors opening at noon and lunch at 1 p.m., at Scout Hall 3090 Ranch Lane, Bethel Island. Come for a hamburger or hotdog, with fixings, beans, corn and a cupcake for $5. For more information, call Ginger at 510-693-9716 or Jessica at 925-642-3973.

Saturday, May 13 Exclusive Tour

Save Mount Diablo presents a docent-led hike from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., through the Irish Canyon Property. Participants must register in advance. For more information or to register, visit https://goo. gl/ATojZk.

Water-Polo Clinic

Lamorinda Water Polo and the Brentwood SeaWolves will host a free water-polo clinic, at Heritage High School, 101 American Ave., in Brentwood, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. The clinic will be taught by three-time Olympic gold medalist coach Baker and is available to boys and girls in eighth grade and under. For more information, visit www. brentwoodseawolves.com or call 925-240-9653.

Fashion Show

LUX & BLVD will host a Spring Fountain Fashion Show, at 2 p.m., at 2465 Discovery Bay Blvd., Suite 202, in Discovery Bay. Enjoy music, fashion, food vendors and more. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/luxandblvd/.

Family Bike Ride

The Delta Pedalers Bike Club will host a bike ride through the Marsh Creek Regional Trail. The ride will start and end at Veterans Park, 3841 Balfour Road, in Brentwood, with registration between 8 and 9 a.m. For more information, visit www. deltaped.org. or email Dave at deltapedalersinfo@ gmail.com.

Dinner Dance

The Brentwood Senior Activity Center presents a Road House Dinner Dance, from 5 to 9 p.m., at the Brentwood Senior Activity Center, on 193 Griffith Lane, in Brentwood. Enjoy a BBQ dinner and dessert with the Miracle Mule Band. The entrance for senior club members is $25 and $30 for nonsenior club members. For more information or to register, call 925-516-5444.

Mental-Health Clinic

Mental-health professionals will host Services Not Cells, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at 400 Ghiggeri Dr., in Brentwood. For more information, email servicesnotcellscoco@gmail.com.

Book Signing

Authors will be present to sign their books at Antioch Barnes and Noble, from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, call 925-978-1031.

Tuesday, May 16 Crime and Safety

Wednesday, May 17 Art Exhibition

The Brentwood Senior Citizens Club presents an art exhibition, at 2 p.m., in the Brentwood Senior Activity Center, on 193 Griffith Lane. Enjoy art with a special performance from Richard Greig II. For more information, contact the Brentwood Senior Activity Center at 925-516-5380.

Thursday, May 18 County Fair

The Contra Costa County Fair will run from May 18 to 21. Gates will open at noon, on May 18 and 19, and at 11 a.m., on May 20 and 21. Select events will run before gates open. For more information and event times, visit www.contracostafair.com or call 925-757-4400.

Senior Scam Stopper

The Contractors State License and the Brentwood Senior Citizens Club invite you to attend a senior scam seminar, from 1 to 3 p.m., at 193 Griffith Lane, in Brentwood. Learn how to protect yourself and loved ones from scams, frauds and identity theft.

For more information, call 925-516-5380.

Saturday, May 20 Spring Concert

The Brentwood Community Chorus presents “A Choral Spring Concert,” at 7 p.m., at the Heritage High School theater. This performance is free, but donations are gladly accepted. For more information, contact annette.beckstrand@gmail.com or 925-437-4963.

Casino Trip

The WICHA K Council 222, Degree of Pochontas in Oakley hosts a Redhawk Casino bus trip. Tickets are $30 and include $15 slot play or $20 table play. $5 food coupon also included. Must have ID. Bus leaves from Raley’s in Oakley at 8 a.m. sharp, boarding begins at 7:45 a.m. For reservations, call Jane at 925-634-2527 or Helen at 925-634-4609.

On the Horizon Tuesday, May 23 Reptile Exhibition

The Antioch Library presents Python Ron’s Reptile Kingdom at the Antioch Community Library, located on 501 W. 18th Street, in Antioch, at 3:30 p.m. No registration or fees required. For more information, call 925-757-9224.

The Dartts

The Brentwood Lighthouse Baptist Church presents The Dartts, at 7 p.m. on 2250 Jeffery Way, in Brentwood. Come enjoy a free gospel concert. For more information, call the Brentwood Lighthouse Baptist Church at 925-634-1540.

Thursday, May 25 Legal Clinic

Contra Costa Senior Legal Services presents a free consult-an-attorney clinic for seniors at Brentwood Senior Activity Center, 193 Griffith Lane, from 1 to 3 p.m. Free general legal advice and self-help services will be available via appointment. For more information, visit www.ccsls.org or contact Catherine E. Cutler at 925-609-7900.

Sign-Ups

The Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce and the COCO County Sheriff are hosting a community crime and safety evening, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Connect with your neighbors and first responders to learn how to protect yourself and loved ones.

For more information, contact 925-240-4144.

Ticket Presales

Book Sale

Registration for the Save the Delta June 3rd Golf Event is due by May 7. Groups and individuals who want to play in support of the campaign

The Friends of the Brentwood Library is hosting a May Book Sale, from 2 to 7:30 p.m., in the

The Contra Costa Fair will be having a ticket presale, from April 24 to May 24. Don’t wait in line; buy tickets today online. For more information, visit www.contracostafair.com.

Stop the Tunnels

to stop the WaterFix Project that will harm the Delta ecosystem should submit forms as soon as possible. For more information or to register, visit www.nodeltagates.com/charity-golf or call 925-978-6563.

Brush-Up Classes

Liberty Adult Education offers classes on reading, writing and math, every Monday and Wednesday, from 8:30 to 11 a.m., at 929 2nd St., in Brentwood.

Brush up on old skills in this free course. For more information, contact heskettb@luhsd.net or 925-634-2565.

Swim Team

The Brentwood SeaWolves Swim Team (BSW) is currently accepting new swimmers between the ages of 6 and 18. BSW is a nonprofit, year-round U.S. Swimming team, which competes locally, regionally and nationally. Practices are held at either Heritage High School or the Brentwood Family Aquatic Center. For more information or to make an appointment to try out, email info@ brentwoodseawolves.com.

Foundation Volunteers

The Brentwood Library Foundation is looking for people for a unique volunteer opportunity. People are needed who can use a computer, contact donors and help the fundraising committee. For more information, contact Ellen Moser at ellynne. moser@gmail.com or 650-400-7208.

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Striped Bass Dinner

California Striped Bass Association (CSBA) West Delta Chapter holds its monthly dinner meeting at Bridge Marina Yacht Club, 20 Fleming Lane, in Antioch, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dinner costs $17, and reservations are required. For more information or reservations, contact Tom Coss at tomcoss8@comcast.net or 925-699-1699.

Delta Gallery Art Classes

Delta Gallery offers a wide variety of creative art classes for all ages. Classes for kids include oil painting and themed classes. Workshops for adults and teens include drawing, jewelry design, oil painting and paint-and-wine events. The classes are located at 2485 Sand Creek Road in the Streets of Brentwood Shopping Center, Brentwood. For more information, visit www.deltagallery.com or call 925-516-5935.

Girl Scouts of Nor Cal

Girl Scouts of Nor Cal seeks girls and adults to join its leadership team. Contact infogirlscouts@yahoo. com with your girl’s name, grade, school, address and phone number.

Ongoing Events

Antioch Lapidary Club

The Antioch Lapidary Club meets on the second Thursday of each month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at 425 Fulton Road, in Antioch. The club’s mission is to educate and enhance the members’ skill in the lapidary arts – to cut, polish, slab, tumble, sphere and collect earth minerals. For more information, call Steve Leidenthal at 925-783-7712.

Kaleidoscope Connection Circle

The Kaleidoscope Connection Circle meets the third Monday of every month at Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection Center, 14671 Byron Hwy., in Byron, from 10:15 a.m. to noon. Acquaint yourself with Kaleidoscope’s programs and meet its leaders and volunteers. For more information, email info@kaleidoscopehope.org or call 925-550-6198.

Ancient Language of the Bible

Ha Derech hosts a weekly group learning about the original ancient scriptures and languages of the Bible on Saturdays at 1 p.m. Reservations required. For more information and location, call 209-642-0278 or email info@ha-derech.org.

MS Support Group

The free MS support group meets the third

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Thursday of each month at Kaiser, 4501 Sand Creek Road, Antioch, room 2H2 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Sue at 925-813-9069.

CSBA West Delta Chapter

The California Striped Bass Association’s West Delta Chapter hosts a monthly dinner meeting, at Bridge Marina Yacht Club, 20 Fleming Lane, in Antioch, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., on the second Th0ursday of each month. CSBA is a nonprofit fishing club dedicated to preserving the striped bass fishery and the Delta, and to promoting youth fishing. Cost is $15 for dinner. Reservations are preferred; please call 925-699-1699. For more information, email Tom Coss at tomcoss8@ comcast.net.

Road Map to College Youth

Opportunity Junction hosts a Road Map to College Youth Program information session, geared toward people ages 18 to 24, who are looking for employment and returning to school, every Tuesday, at 3102 Delta Fair Blvd., in Antioch, at 10 a.m. The program provides one-on-one support to help complete education at Los Medanos College, financial-aid assistance and job placement. For more information, visit www. opportunityjunction.org or call 925-776-1133.

Job Training and Placement

Opportunity Junction hosts a job-training and placement program information session at 3102 Delta Fair Blvd., in Antioch, at 10 a.m.

The program helps motivated jobseekers find employment in a variety of fields at no cost, training for individuals in office and administrative work, support for short-term career technical education certificates and more. For more information, visit www. opportunityjunction.org or call 925-776-1133.

Parkinson’s Support Group

Delta Shadow Boxers Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month (except December), at John Muir Health, in the second-floor conference room, 2400 Balfour Road, in Brentwood, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Sue and Duane Schnittker at 925-550-2756.

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