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TRI DELTA TRANSIT E X P R E S S R O U T E 300 & R O U T E S 390 & 391 Make commute time your time on Tri Delta Transit. Designed with busy professionals in mind, Express Route 300 and Route 390 & 391 provide quick, convenient, reliable and frequent weekday commuter service to Pittsburg BART.
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EVERY DAY. OR EVERY NOW AND THEN. No matter how frequently you ride, there’s an economical option to meet your commuting needs: Day Pass: Great round trip option. Only $3 for unlimited rides on all fixed routes for an entire day. Monthly Pass: The best and most affordable option for frequent riders. Allows round-trip rides on all fixed route buses AND Express Route 300 every weekday for an entire calendar month for only $50 20-Ride Pass: A great option for occasional riders. Provides 20 rides (10 round-trips) with no expiration date. Always ready when you are! Only $30 ($32 for Express Route 300).
* Express Route 300 does not stop at Pittsburg Park & Ride
Single Ride: Route 390 & 391 $1.75 (75¢ senior/disabled) Express Route 300 $2.25 ($1.50 senior/disabled).
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TIMELY FEATURE
deteriorate or are lost in most diets focused on ‘weight’ loss.”
fat calculator designed by the U.S. Navy, available at www.turbocharged.us.com.
Burning Fat Matters More Than Losing Weight
The problem starts with how we are all told to measure success. A standard weight measuring scale gives little information. Someone can actually be very lean with a well-hydrated and muscular body, yet they may weigh in at a higher number than someone of the same height that is actually fatter. After all, muscle is denser than fat.
The primary reason for excess fat is often improper diet along and a lack of activity. Stress complicates things further by triggering release of the hormone cortisol that causes the liver to produce excess sugar. The excess sugar triggers hunger, so we’re more likely to eat more when stressed and, as a result, gain more fat.
When it comes to losing weight, most Americans are impatient, seeking to shed pounds as quickly as possible. But many traditional diet and exercise plans often lead to disappointment and frustration -and can even make you less healthy.
“Throw away your traditional scale,” says Tom Griesel. “The only relevant measurement is your body fat percentage. This can be easily calculated with a neck and waist measurement for men, and neck, waist and hip measurements for women.” Interestingly, even if you are not overweight, a waist measurement of over 33 inches, regardless of your weight, increases health risks like cardiovascular disease.
The problem may stem from the fact that basically every diet tells us we need to lose weight. But for most people, it’s more important to focus on ways to accelerate fat loss, rather than weight loss. “Many conventional diets and popular exercise routines can actually make you fatter and more frustrated,” say Dian Griesel, co-author with her brother Tom Griesel of the new diet and fitness book “TurboCharged.” “The only thing any of us wants to lose is excess body fat, not our bones, muscle, water or other essentials. Yet, these are what typically
A healthy lean male should have a body fat percentage in the 8 to 18 percent range, and a healthy female between 16 and 24 percent. The younger you are, the lower the acceptable healthy range. To find out your body fat percentage, enter your measurements into the free body
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The Griesels recommend a diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, meats and fish. They also suggest you gradually increase your overall activity level. Walking is a great way to reduce fat and improve your overall health, but so is cleaning your home, chasing your kids, washing your car or gardening. Activity is activity, whether you call it exercise, running errands or having fun. The most important thing is that you put together a plan that’s best for you -- one that helps you lose fat, not muscle, while living a fuller, more active life.
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• Acoustic Ceiling Removal
Don’t Replace Your Old Bath Tub...
REGLAZE IT!
• Drywall Patching & Texturing • House Staining
285.
Standard White Tub with this coupon • reg. $345 • Limited time offer.
Shower Pans • Sinks • Tiles • Fiberglass • Color Change For FREE Estimates, Call: 925-755-2772 or Toll Free Bonded 1-877-TUBNTILE (882-6845) Lic. #723774 TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
• Crown Moulding & Baseboard Installation
FREE ESTIMATES
(925) 625-9909 Bonded • Lic. #759964
• High Pressure Cleaning • Fence Staining • Gutter Clean-Out
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ALUMAWOOD PATIO COVERS • PATIO ENCLOSURES
LOOKS LIKE WOOD, NEVER NEEDS PAINT $250 OFF Call for details
925-978-1800
Mark Sargent Owner
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FREE SAVE UP TO 15% ON YOUR EXISTING A/C’S COOLING BILL! One simple part can do it. Call Robert for more details.
1ST POUND OF FREON®. With any repair requiring 2 or more pounds. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of visit. Offer expires 9/15/11.
(925) HEATERS • (925) 625-4963
AWARD WINNING EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
SINCE 1988
WWW.FAIRVIEWAIR.COM
Tree Service... Done Right!
JOHN J. BARTLETT
• Landscape • Maintenance • Irrigation Install and Repairs • Stump Grinding • STORM DAMAGE CLEANUP • Tree Care • Removals • Fencing • Decking • Fully Insured and Lic #833299
Call for Free Estimate
$50 OFF
Tree Service over $300
(925) 757-0815
FAX (925) 757-7952
20% OFF FIRST SERVICE
$20.00 OFF
$35.00 OFF
Residential & Light Commercial
4 Hour Cleaning Special $7000 (reg. $90)
8 Hour Cleaning Special $14500 (reg. $180)
first time customers only • discount applies to labor only • limited time offer
Repair & Replacement of Pipes & Fixtures See our Website for Monthly Coupons & Specials! No Additional Charge for Evening & Saturday Appointments
Limited time offer • Must present coupon • New clients only • One per household
House Cleaning, Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing
Mike Perreira Plumbing
Ca
Plumbing Contractor Licensed • Bonded • Insured
925-325-0855
www.mikeperreiraplumbing.com
lifornia
Clean Team
Free Estimates
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All types of wall repair and refinishing CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE
LaBat’s Tree Care Trimming Specialist (925) 285-7741
Contractor’s Lic. # 533790
“Our Reputation is Spotless” Lic. #829751
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925-727-9808 or 925-420-5881
Bonded
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IGLESIAS CONCRETE
We Can Transform Your Concrete Into A Spectacular Showcase
Patios • Walkways Stamped Concrete Retaining Walls Concrete Staining Demolition Stamp Overlayment
F*
OF 0 $50
OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE *on any job over $3500 • Lic #731292
Nick Iglesias, Owner • 925.949.3710 • www.concvisions.com
FREE
CONSULTATION Have a question about
SHORT SALES? FORECLOSURES? TODAY’S MARKET? Call Today, No Obligation Answers! Bank of America & Countrywide Streamline Process 100% Approval Rate*
925.899.5536 *based on accepted clients meeting basic SS criteria.
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TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
Got Dirt? $
20
$
PER ROOM*
99
WHOLE HOUSE* HOUSE*
QUALITY & AFFORDABLE PRICES AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK
Dry or Steam Carpet Cleaning • Truck Mounted Family Owned & Operated Licensed, Bonded & Insured
OTHER SERVICES:
Upholstery Cleaning • Pet Treatments • Soil Treatments Tile & Grout Cleaning • Scotchguard
Residential • Commercial Realty • Emergency
Free Estimates
925.525.5202 * Call for details, some restrictions may apply.
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Quality, Custom Concrete FOR LESS!
IF YOU HAVE NOT CALLED US, YOU HAVE SPENT TOO MUCH!
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Patios • Walkways • Retaining Walls • Foundations Steps • Stamped Concrete • Stamped Overlayment Pavers • Concrete Staining & Sealing • Flagstone Block • Brick
35 Years of Experience
AWARD WINNING EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
Lic #936642 Bonded & Insured
$1000 off $500 off $200 off any job over $5,000
any job over $2,500
any job over $1,000
W! O N LL (
Free Estimates - 925-679-3969
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925) 625-0120 VISIT OUR WEBSITE:
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www.manueliglesiasconcrete.com manuelconcrete@gmail.com
Serving The Contra Costa County Community Since 1998
All Clean Gutters
GOT A PLUMBING PROBLEM?
Lic #721870
Family Owned and Operated for 10 Years
F OvFice % 25 ser any
Commercial and Residential Now Offering
Solar Panel Cleaning
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Pigeon Proofing
For a FREE estimate or to schedule Service Call, (925) 755-7754
For Quality Service Call Today!
Bonded • License #882919
Gutter Cleaning & Repair
Insured Licensed
Clogged Drains Snaked Faucet and Gas Leak Repairs Water Heater Repairs, Replacement or Code Upgrade Drain Line Video Inspection, Camera Locate
(925)
778-8313
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All In One Home Services
Carpentry Electrical
Drywall Flooring
Painting Plumbing
Call Now & Save! SAVE $25 ....................... Any Job Over $100 SAVE $50........................ Any Job Over $250 SAVE $100...................... Any Job Over $750 Lic. #789782
925-938-6251
Serving the East Bay since 1998. Over 21,000 satisfied customers count on us to GET IT DONE!
YOUR WEEKENDS WEREN’T MADE FOR HOUSEWORK!
“Class Act” Cleaning Services WINDOW
Housecleaning • Office Cleaning
CLEANING SPECIAL
Window Cleaning • Floor Maintenance Tile Scrubbing & Sealing Pressure Washing • Gutter Cleaning Pet Resistant Screens Daryl & Traci Bernal Servicing Your Area for Over 20 Years
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10% OFF
Super discounts for multiple services. Call for details.
40 OFF
$
DISCOUNTED SERVICES: Blind Cleaning • New Screens • Rescreening
Housecleaning Call for details.
925-706-7572 Your Local Plumbing Experts Concrete (All Types) • Pavers • Koi Ponds Water Falls • Fences & Gates Sprinkler System, Installation & Repair Sod • Plants • Patio Covers Gazebos • Drainage System Tree Pruning • Hillside Clean-up & More! Gardening Service, Monthly & Weekly
Lic #912662 Bonded & Insured
20% OFF Landscaping with this ad
TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
Call Mr. Andy Le for a FREE Estimate!
925.755.6623
Full Service Residential & Commercial Plumbing:
Faucets, Showers, Toilets Stoppages • Water Lines & Heaters • Gas Lines • Sewer Clean Out • Garbage Disposals • Slab Leaks • Trenchless Sewer Lines • Re-Piping • Drain Cleaning Lic #899055 • •
35 OFF
$
with this ad.
Proudly Serving Alameda & Contra Costa Counties
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PRUDENTIAL REALTY
Short Sale? Modification? Foreclosure? These are the three questions many of us are asking in the current economy.. The answer, however, is a very individual decision. Which choice is best for you depends on a variety of factors including your long term goals, the amount you are “upside down” in comparison to loan amount and market value. Many more lenders are now offering modifications to homeowners in distress. These are generally what I consider more of a temporary solution as the banks seldom offer principal reductions. Usually the bank will offer to lower you payment over a fixed period of time. The problem with these terms is that without a principle reduction you are not building equity. In today’s market where a home’s value may be upside down or have a negative equity of over 70%, current appreciation projections show it would take years just to break even on the balance of the loan. This makes your situation like a long term lease.
Foreclosure or simply walking away from the home is another option. There are, of course, pros and cons to this approach. The legal repercussions can vary depending on each individual’s situation. California is a non-recourse state and has what is called a one action rule, which basically states that if your homes is foreclosed and sold by the trustee that is the only recourse for the lender. Which means, generally speaking, you can walk away with little or no legal consequence. These rules can apply to primary homes and second or investment property. I would definitely advise anyone seeking foreclosure to seek legal advice for their individual scenarios. If you are considering a default, I highly suggest you look into a short sale as an option. Choosing a short sale will put you back in control of your life and when you need to move. A short sale is when the borrower/owner sells a property during a pre-foreclosure process. It is called a short sale because the owner will sell the property “short” of the balance owed on the note not, because it is quick. Because a short sale is perceived as a proactive choice by the borrower, the credit compiling agencies tend to score it higher than a foreclosure or a deed-in-lieu. I would always advise my clients to seek advice from an attorney under bankruptcy
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protection as well. Many homeowners have incurred a substantial amount of debt in this economy and a bankruptcy may be a good option to help you afford to keep your home by eliminating burdensome debt. Although legally you may not need to pursue a short sale after the bankruptcy, in regard to credit building it is still a good option. Let me be clear, I am not advocating to anyone to ignore their financial obligations. What I am saying is that you should look at your own situation and make the decision that is best for YOU and your family and not the bank. It is very important that you should be informed about your options and possible consequences. Remember to always seek legal and tax advice before making any decisions and if you have any questions or need more information please call, and let me help you make the best real estate decisions. Loan modification, Short Sale or Strategic Default. Which one is right for you? Call me today for a no obligation one hour consultation to discuss and compare your options.
Patrick McCarran can be reached at
925-899-5536. www.patrickmccarran.com. Prudential California Realty is an independently owned and operated member of The Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. The Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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• Tree Services • New Lawns • Hillside Cleaning • Weeding & Hauling Free Estimates 24 Hours • 7 Days a Week
925/778-8287 • 925/698-7439
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FREE ESTIMATES!
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www.obdplumbing.com
CLEAN CHOICE HOUSE CLEANING House & Window Cleaning - For Less!
925-777-0427 925-699-5518 Weekly Bi-Monthly Affordable Reliable One-Time Cleaning Bonded and Lic #1002595
Reg.
75.00 $90 Any 4 Hour Cleaning $
New clients only • Limited time offer
150.00 $1Reg. 80 Any 8 Hour Cleaning
$
New clients only • Limited time offer
Gift Certificates Available!
Ask About our Special Rates on Move Outs!
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Beautiful Cabinets Without Buying New Why replace or reface when you can have like-new cabinets for a fraction of the cost? Renew Your Kitchen For Under $600 We’ll deep clean them & restore in one day!
40 OFF
$
Not valid with any other offer. Limited time offer.
Cabinet Care 17 Years Experience & Over 3000 Homes Call For Free Estimate
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8 Spe 9 ci
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Three
925-584-5441
Licensed and Bonded
HOME
$
-Room
(plus s Won’ hallway) t Las t Lon g!
Serving all of East County
179
$
Two-Story Home (including stairs)
Up to 3,000 sq.ft. home. Must present ad. Not valid with any other offer.
149
$
One-Story Home
Up to 3,000 sq.ft. home. Must present ad. Not valid with any other offer.
89
$
Upholstery Cleaning Sofa and Loveseat Must present ad. Not valid with any other offer.
Don’t Settle for a Wand Cleaning... Insist on a Rotovac!
Air Duct Cleaning From $69.95 WWW.DISCOVERYBAYCARPETCLEANING.COM EXTERIOR/INTERIOR PAINTING SPECIAL! up to
SPECIAL OFFER
500 OFF
$
Any Complete Interior or Exterior Paint Job. Not valid w/any other offer. Must mention ad at time of booking.
Your Local Neighborhood Painting Company
“Time Conscious with Quality in Mind!” Custom Swimming Pools & Spas Complete Pool Remodel & Upgrade In House Concrete & Masonry • Water Features & More!
925-449-5539 • 925-570-4038 www.americanbuiltpools.com Lic #429539
FREE 30 Days Pool Maintenance for any pool remodel over $10,000
TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
All Work Guaranteed • Fast Service • Quality Workmanship REO/Foreclosure Property Discounts • References Available Ask About Our Best Price Guarantee!
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WHO’S BEEN SNOOPED? It is currently about 10:00 pm on a beautiful Thursday night. I just got back from visiting Historic Downtown Brentwood where they have just started their downtown Thursday night festivities again. With most of the reconstruction finished and our future Civic Center taking shape, the general conversations included the new face lift that Brentwood has undertaken in the past year. Even the north entrance to downtown will have a new look by the time school starts and this publication has hit the mailboxes, which includes new street scapes and a beautiful entrance to Liberty High School. With summer under way and all this talk of renovation, it is a perfect time to look in on a local business that can bring new life to your home, apartment or business. Morris Tile & Construction Co. has been in business since 1974, which even this snoop can figure out is 37 years of experience. I was fortunate enough to talk with a recent client of theirs who claims there is no one better in the industry and they were more than pleased with the work that was done. Now, I am sure many of you, including
myself, have hired a contractor to do some kind of job and found that you held your breath during the entire process. According to this happy customer, this was the best decision they have ever made and wished they would have done it sooner. Although their name says “Tile” company, there is no job to big or small for them to take on. They do decks, floors, living room & kitchen remodels, overhangs, apartments, bathrooms and even the smallest task of fixing a plumbing leak under a sub-floor. And get this, the estimate is free. This counts two points in my book, as nothing these days is free. But, Morris Tile & Construction Co. not only gives you a free estimate, but will beat any written estimate from any competitor. Now, that adds two more points. The thing I liked best about talking on the phone with a representative from the office, they are cordial and willing to answer any question you might have about your project or their reputation. If you check out this issue of the Grapevine, you will find their current ad that gives you 10% off any competitor’s written bid and a bathroom remodel for $3000. Now I know I have your attention! Can you imagine finally fixing that bathroom that has been on your “To Do” list for years? All you have to do is make the call, get the free estimate, shop around, do your homework, save 10% and start decorating with a new set of bath towels.
When I do my research during my monthly assignment, I try to give our readers as much info as I can about the business so they will consider giving them a try while shopping locally. That being said, I will quote their mission statement in this article as I feel it says it all. “Morris Tile & Construction Co. strives to provide the best price and quality workmanship possible. They employ only licensed contractors trained in specific fields of work and use the highest quality materials available and provide work in a timely fashion.” In talking with their customer, this is in fact the truth and they have referred several friends to their company. The way I figure it is if you still like your contractor after the work is done and refer them to your friends, they really must be good. So, Morris Tile & Construction Co., this snoop is referring you to our readers. It is nice to know that the quality and workmanship you deliver still exists and fortunately for us, you are local and come with a genuine care for the customer. The Monthly Grapevine gives you five gold stars for your many years of dedication to the building industry and going the extra mile to deliver quality craftsmanship. Who will be snooped next? It could be you!
Morris Tile & Construction Co. can be
contacted at 925-963-2822 or 925-778-4074 or visit them at www.morristileco.com
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• Weeding • Brick Work • Topsoil • Rock • Fence
2 Times $38 or 4 Times $68
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Contact Dan for a FREE Estimate!
Some restrictions may apply.
(925) 325-4786 • (925) 485-7641
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925-383-2978
dayfenceco@gmail.com I Lic #749586 • Bonded & Insured www.MonthlyGrapevine.com
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HANDYMAN SERVICES & Kitchen, Bathroom Remodel Specialists Vanish your “To Do” projects. Call us today.
• • • • • • •
Home Additions, Custom Homes, Framing Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Laminate Counter Tops: Granite, Caesar Stone, Tile Custom Cabinets • Electrical Drywall/Sheetrock • Ceiling Fan Installation Hauling/Clean ups • Painting • Plumbing No Job is Too Small or Too Large
Complete Bathroom Remodel
$3500
Silva Enterprises Handyman 925.783.3414
FREE ESTIMATES
www.silva-enterprises.com
License #932470 & Bonded
WHY CALL THE REST? WHEN YOU CAN HAVE THE BEST! GOT ALLERGIES?
It’s Not Just Clean, It’s
SuperClean!
Powerful Truck Mount Unit • Residential & Commercial TURBO DRYING SYSTEM 3 Rooms
Whole House
(plus hallway)
75
$
One Story
Reg. $89
Steam cleaning. Color brightening. Turbo drying. FREE Deodorizer.
Air Duct Cleaning
129
$
129
$
Call for details Turbo Drying, plus FREE Deodorizer.
Dryer Vent Cleaning
75
$
8 vents , 1 return.
Reg. $120
Call for details.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES:
Pet Treatment • Soil Treatment • Tile & Grout Cleaning • Scotchguard FREE ESTIMATES! 10 Years Experience • Licensed & Insured
Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel Specialist Custom Tile Installation • Showers • Floors • Countertops Total Apartment Renovations • Foreclosure Fix-Ups Fire & Water Damage • Dry Rot • Plumbing • Electrical Dry Wall • Doors • Windows • Cabinets Complete Roof Replacements & Repairs
10% OFF ANY WRITTEN BID! Complete Bathroom Remodel $3,000
925-237-7199
Incl: New Tub, New Tub Walls, New Shower Valve, New Bathroom Floor. Some Restrictions Apply.
All Clean Gutters
Tile Floor Installations as Low as $3 Sq.ft. Tub Shower Walls Tile $900
Family Owned and Operated for 10 Years
F OvFice % 25 ser any
Commercial and Residential Now Offering
Solar Panel Cleaning Gutter Cleaning & Repair Pigeon Proofing
Insured Licensed TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
For Quality Service Call Today!
(925)
778-8313
FREE ESTIMATES! Quality, Low Cost work Since 1974 • Lic #290868 Cell
925-963-2822 • Office 925-778-4074 WWW.MORRISTILECO.COM
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Smith s Flooring AWARD WINNING EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
Quality you can stand on! Work we stand behind!
Custom Hardwood Floors Laminate Specialist • Ceramic, Tile & Stone Trim & Crown Moulding • Bathroom Design
Tim and Bev Smith
925.240.7105
3877 Walnut Blvd. Suite D • Brentwood CA. LIC. # 886470
ROOFING/RAINGUTTERS Roofing / Seamless Gutter All Types Custom Work / Roof Power Washing & Repair We Do It All, Call Now!
Over 20 Years Experience We’ll Beat Any Written Estimate
All Raingutters Systems, Inc. 925-381-7620
Lic #793315
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Landscaping & Masonry • TREES - SHRUBS - TRIMMING - PRUNING - TOPPING • NEW LAWN - YARD & HILLSIDE - CLEAN UP - BONSAI MONTHLY • RESEEDING - RESODDING - SPRIKNLER INSTALLED & REPAIRED 2 TIMES / 4 TIMES • FENCES - RETAINING WALL - OVERHANG - DECKING - PATIO • WALKWAY - MOWSTRIP - FLAGSTONE - EXPOSED AGGREGATE Free Estimates • BRICK WORK - BLOCK - CONCRETE (COLOR/STAMP)
CALL: VAN Lic # 955858
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6655 Brentwood Blvd Brentwood
925-634-1757
onestopautoservice@yahoo.com
ting starat
www.onestopautoservice.biz Complete Auto Repair From Maintenance To: Oil Changes • Brakes • Tune Ups Engines • Transmissions • Clutches Mufflers • Suspensions Air Conditioning • Radiators Water Pumps • Axles • Exhaust Systems Check Engine Lights Timing Belts • Shocks • Struts Computers • Heating • And More
The Place To Go For Service, Savings & Satisfaction!
30/60/90 THOUSAND Mile Service 4 cyl.
$
8 cyl.
25495 $27495 $29495
Includes: oil, transmission, gas & air filters. Change engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant & spark plugs. Complete safety check. Most Cars & Trucks • Expires 9/15/11 • Must present TMG ad.
*Offer by appointment only. Must present coupon at time of service. Brentwood, Oakley and Antioch coupons only. Not valid with any other offers. Expires 9/15/11 • Must present TMG ad.
Family Owned & Operated For 22 Years.
Welcome Smog Test Only Station
Best Location! Best Service! Best Deal! Why Go Anywhere Else? We Certify All Smogs: Regular, Test Only, Change of Ownership RVs/Motorhomes & DIESELS We Do It All!
VIN Verification Services available
GRAPEVINE SPECIAL
$25 OFF
SMOG TEST
Any Time! No Confusing Time Restrictions.
Not valid with any other offers.
925.779.1000
FREE CAR WASH
No Appt. Needed
3720 Lone Tree Way, Antioch
ATM
6 cyl.
ANY REPAIR NEEDED*
Tues-Sat 8:30-5:30pm
$19995
Most Cars & Trucks • Expires 9/15/11. Must present TMG ad.
10% OFF
Get Your Car Ready for Summer!
AUTO
TIMING BELT INSTALLED
FRONT OR REAR BRAKE SPECIAL $8500 Labor only
Includes: replace parts & resurfacing rotors or drums. Repack bearings. Replace pads or shoes. Parts extra. Most Cars & Trucks • Expires 9/15/11 • Must present TMG ad.
OIL CHANGE SPECIAL $2995 Plus Tax
•3000 Mile Oil & Filter Service •22 Point Vehicle Inspection •Tire Rotation (as needed) •Complete Brake Inspection •Check Antifreeze & All Fluids •Up To 5 Quarts of Oil
•Inspect Belts & Hoses •Test Battery & Charging System •Consultation on any problem with your vehicle •Expires 9/15/11 •Must present TMG ad
NO WASTE REMOVAL FEES!
let us handle it for you! Insurance Approved • I-CAR Trained Environmentally Friendly Waterbourne Paint • Lifetime Warranty
FREE Estimate! • FREE Shuttle!
With Smog & Oil Change Combo.
(In Lone Tree Gas Station, near Raley’s) Open Mon-Fri 8am-7pm • Sat 7am-5pm
W W W. W E L C O M E S M O G . C O M
Most cars. Limited time.
ATTENTION BOAT OWNERS FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE... OPEN SATURDAYS 8-12
Boat Repair Services
925•757•3586
From Bow to Stern • Inboards / Outboards Mobile Service Available
1401 Verne Roberts Circle Antioch
925.584.1628
Fully Insured • Over 20 Years of Experience! TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
shanerboatworks@gmail.com
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Next Auction: Saturday, August 6th at 10am
2006 Ford F-150
Previews: Friday, August 5th 12-6pm • Saturday, August 6th 9-10am
Vin# B26873
FREE
Auction Registration with this ad
2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara Vin# 155482
Up to 150 Vehicles • Easy Process • All Smogged Certified Repos & Lease Returns • Over 11 Years of Experience
We’ve Moved!
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Exit Loveridge Rd. off HWY 4 • Turn Right then make a left on E. Leland
Visit our Website For Full Terms & Photos
W W W. C C C PA A . C O M
1999 Ford Mustang GT Vin# 229915
925-432-8900 • 10% Buyer’s Premium • Free Entrance • $2 Auction Registration • Dealer # 35228
ALL SMOG TESTS DONE • 15 Minute Smogs • We Smog Any Size Vehicle • We Will Match Any Smog Price
NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED!
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DON’T HAVE TIME TO DROP OFF? WE’LL PICK-UP YOUR VEHICLE!
SAVE 20.00
$
FOR A LIMITED TIME, GET UP TO
$500 OFF REPAIRS!
Some restrictions apply. Call for details.
369 East 12th Street, Pittsburg (925) 427-6300 www.RUSSOAUTOBODY.COM
with this ad.
REMEMBER TO ALWAYS...
BUCKLE UP! One of the most important, immediate actions we can take as a nation to protect children and adults in motor vehicles is high-visibility enforcement of seat belt and child passenger safety laws.
925.634.4090 TEST ONLY
8285 Brentwood Blvd. • Brentwood 24
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DINING
Brunch Special 50% OFF
Buy any one brunch at regular price, receive a second brunch 50% OFF!
Not valid with any other offers. Expires 8/31/11. One discount per table. No split checks.
TEXT “giftcard”
to 74455 enter to win a $100 gift card!
Delivery Available
Lunch Special $5 OFF $25
Limited delivery area. Min. Orders: $25
Kids Eat For 99¢!
Valid 11am - 3pm
Mon.-Thur. with each adult entree purchase. Kids food must be ordered from the kids menu.
Not valid with any other offer. One discount per table. No split checks.
Dinner Special $12 OFF $50
AWA WIN RD NIN
Valid 4pm - 8pm 2505 Sand Creek Road Suite 120 • Brentwood
925-634-9223
TAKE OUT SPECIAL
FREE
G EAST CO BUS UNTY INES S
Not valid with any other offer. One discount per table. No split checks.
NEVER MISS THE FOOD, SPIRIT AND FUN!!!
FAMILY DINNER DEAL
DELIVERY SPECIAL
$2950
FREE
+ TAX
2 Liter of Soda
Purchase a Family Size Pizza and Family Size Salad and Receive a Free 2 Liter of Soda
Must present coupon when ordering • Limit 1 coupon per order Good at Skipolini’s in Antioch or Clayton • Limited time offer.
Family Size 2 Topping Pizza, a Family Size Salad, plus a Pitcher of Soda, Dine In Only!
2 Liter of Soda
Must present coupon when ordering • Limit 1 coupon per order Good at Skipolini’s in Antioch or Clayton • Limited time offer.
Purchase a Family Size Pizza and Family Size Salad and Receive a Free 2 Liter of Soda
Must present coupon when ordering • Limit 1 coupon per order Good at Skipolini’s in Antioch or Clayton • Limited time offer.
901 Fitzuren Rd. • Antioch
Corner of Main & Diablo • Clayton
M-Th, 4-10pm; Fri 4-11pm; Sat 11:30am-11pm; Sun 11:30am-10pm
Open at 4 pm Daily
(925) 757-7770
(925) 672-1111
2001 Salvio Street • Concord
1535 Giammona • Walnut Creek
Open at 11:30am Daily
Open at 11:30am Daily
(925) 680-6888
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UPCOMING EVENTS Yo u r t i m e l y g u i d e t o f u t u r e e v e n t s AUGUST Free Summer Concert Series at Waldie Plaza (925) 325-9897 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Date 1-30th Chow with the Chamber (925) 432-7301 Date 3rd FREE Classes - Digital Photography Basics (925) 776-1133 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Date 3rd Hot Summer Night “Opening Night” (925) 432-7301 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Date 5th Libe Music: Crosstown 5 (925) 757-5200 8:00 pm - 12:00 pm Date 5th Family Fun at The Little Gym (925) 59-0272 Date 7th FREE Classes - Word Basics (925) 776-1133 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Date 15th Wine in The Bay (925) 890-5255 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Date 20th
Breast Cancer Support Group (925) 779-7200 Mon., 1:30-3:30pm
Pittsburg Farmers Market (925) 252-6900 Sat., 9:00-1:00 pm
Brentwood Farmers Market (925) 634-3344 Sat., 8:00 am -12:0pm
Pittsburg POPS (925) 252-6900 Wed., 6:00-8:00 pm
Cardiac Classes (925) 779-7200 Wed., 6-8pm
Soroptimists of The Delta at MG’s (925) 625-4308 1st Wed., 6:00 pm
Delta Newcomers Club Get Acquainted Lunch (925) 516-4380 2nd Thursday
Sutter Delta FREE Stop Smoking Class (925) 779-3613 Mondays, 6:00-8:00 pm
Drop-In Internet Access (925) 776-1133 Mon.-Thur., 6:00-9:00 pm
Sutter Delta Maternity Tours (925) 779-2955 1st & 3rd Mon.
English as a Second Language (925) 776-1133 Mon.-Thur., 6:00-9:00 pm
Special Kids Parent Support Group (925) 516-9690 2nd Wed., 7-9 pm
Food & Clothing Giveaway (925) 439-8989 Last Sat., 9:00am
Sutter Delta FREE Hip or Knee Pain Seminar (925) 779-3613 Last Wed., 6:30pm
Food Addicts in Recovery (925) 516-7798 Thurs., 7:00pm
Tax Prep & Filing FREE for Low-Income Workers (925) 776-1133 Call for details
“Heavenly Bound Angels” Tammy Scott (925) 238-5826 Last Fri., 7:00pm
VFW Antioch Post 6435 Ladies Auxiliary Bingo (925) 757-2650 Every Wed., 5:00pm
Internet Basics FREE BUSINESS MEETINGS (925) 776-1133 ONGOING EVENTS Tues. & Thurs., 7:30-9 pm Antioch Chamber Mixer (925) 757-1800 Antioch Church & Little Helper Sibling 4th Thurs. Corps Community Class Center After School (925) 779-2955 Delta Networking Homework Club Sat., 11:00am Partners (925) 439-4483 (925) 596-0864 MOMS Club of Tuesday’s @ 8:30am Antioch Riverview Antioch Garden Club (925) 437-1565 The Rotary Club of (925) 240-5545 antiochmoms@hotmail.com The Delta/Antioch 1st Tues., 7:00pm 2nd Wed., 10:00am (925) 757-1800 Wed., 7:00am Antioch Lapidary Club Oldtown Pittsburg (925) 458-2539 Live Music and Car 1st Tues., 2nd & 4th Show HAVE YOUR Tues., 7:30pm (925) 252-6900 EVENT Thurs., 6:00-8:00 pm Black Diamond INCLUDED Chapter of Parents of Juvenile Romance Writers Diabetics Email us at: Info@ (925) 240-5545 (925) 634-7680 monthlygrapevine.com. 1st Wed., 5:30 pm Please include your name
8th Annual
Wine in the Bay
Saturday, August 20th • 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Enjoy this summer afternoon in a lovely shaded yard in Brentwood! Address will be on the tickets.
Come Taste The Wares of The Local Vintners, Brewmeister & More Jazz music by award winning guitarist, David Trevors who has studied & performed for almost 20 years. DJ/MC will be Keith Fox, a highly sought after Host/DJ & MC for corporate America. Hors d’oeuvres served by Discovery Bay Steakhouse, Oriental House, Trader Joe’s as well as the fabulous appetizers from the St. Anne women Silent & live auctions, artisan crafts for sale & Much More! $35 per ticket until August 1, then $40 each. Questions or Tickets contact
Linda 925.634.3439 • Peggy 925.890.5255 or visit www.stannechurchbyron.com
Sponsored by Byron St. Anne Women’s Fellowship.
Breast Cancer Support Group sponsored by the American Cancer Society Second Wednesday of every month 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sutter Delta Medical Center 3901 Lonetree Way-Antioch in the Fallman Ed. Center building in rear of hospital
Regina (925) 439-1846 or Margaret (925) 757-7820 or the American Cancer Society 1-800-ACS-2345
On The Cover... Photo Contest Second Place Winner. Fishing at the Antioch/Oakley Shoreline. Photo taken of the Antioch Bridge. This month’s cover was taken by Cheryl Breitenbucher of Oakley.
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2nd Annual Dinner at the Orchard Fundraiser
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BBQ • MUSIC • PARTY Saturday, August 27, 2011 Limited to 75 - 100 fun people
At Tess', 8091 Balfour Road (across the street from The Lakes in Discovery Bay)
Looking for the
4 PM to 9 PM After Dinner, go to the orchard and pick some grapes to take home
Perfect Gift?
(Bring a pair of scissors, we’ll give you a bag)
$60 Per Person - We are Officially a 501(C)(3) Non Profit Your Ticket is Tax Deductible. You can make a donation too!
For Tickets or more Info Call 1-800-800-5373 or online at www.farmmarket.tv John Papini will be cooking ribs, chicken. We'll have salad, beans, garlic bread, corn, fresh grilled vegetables from local farmers, wine, beer, water, sodas and dessert. We're going to have music too. TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
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GET YOUR GARDEN GROWING DIG was founded in June 1988 by Pat Moore. It started with a membership of about fourteen and has grown to one hundred at present. Members come from all over east county and elsewhere. Anyone is eligible to join and the dues are $15.00 per year. Our purpose is to encourage interest in gardening through education and the beautification of the community. The mission of DIG is donating garden books, tapes and videos to the local library, providing scholarships to local students, hosting informational speakers and participating in the community gardening projects. Our annual fundraiser/plant sale consists of 10,000 plants. (Annuals and perennials, flowers, trees, herbs, tomatoes, cacti and succulents. These are all grown by the members propagating what we have planted.) For more information call Leslie Servin (925)634-4088 or Radzap@aol.com.
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Farm Fresh Produce... Grower to You! 1
Pomeroy Farm 925-634-7712
16 Moffatt Ranch 925-634-3049
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Dwelley Farms 925-634-6508
18 Tamayo Family Vineyards 925-513-8463
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Lopez Ranch 925-634-4433
19 Peterwolfe.com 925-634-1308
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Salvador Family Farm 925-634-1957
20 Chavez U-Pick Cherries 925-625-3994
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Maggiore Cherry Ranch 925-634-4176
21 The Farmer's Daughter Produce & U-Pick Farm 925-634-4827
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Mike's U-Pick 925-698-7459
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Tachella Family Farms 925-513-8495
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Maggiore Ranches 925-634-4176
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DC's Extraordinary Cherries 925-516-4495
15 Bacchini's Fruit Tree 925-634-3645
42 Hannah Nicole Vineyards 925-240-9463 43 Papini Farms #2 301 Sellers Ave. Brentwood
26 Seko Ranch Cherries 925-634-3771 27 Brentwood’s CoCo County Wine Company 925-634-9463 28 McKinney Farms (A Peachy Place) 925-634-7830
13 Brentwood Spice & Olive Oil 925-240-6457
39 Olio Bello d’Olivo 925-634-5051
41 Chan’s Fruit Stand 925-325-0640
24 The Stand at Knightsen 925-642-0647
12 Canciamilla Ranch 925-634-5123
38 Berry Best 209-601-6460
40 Laird Ranch 925-998-5769
23 Wolfe Ranch Cherries 925-634-1308
11 Nunn Better Farms 925-634-2148
36 Papini Farm 925-759-6735 37 Freitas Ranch Cherries 925-634-5461
22 von Uhlit Ranch 510-220-6899
10 Lon’s Farm Stand/Kelsey Farms 925-516-1709
14 McCauley Olive Groves 925-754-6457
35 Bloomfield Cherries 925-550-5540
29 Black Diamond Alpacas 925-240-1540 30 Gursky Ranch 925-634-4913
44 Spinola Farm & Garden / Beyond the Terrace 925-240-6569 45 Tess’ Community Farm Kitchen 800-800-5373 46 RC U-Pick Cherries 925-679-3011 47 Enos Family Farms 925-437-9973
32 Heritage Family Farm 925-642-7653
49 Pompei Nursery 925-625-7330
33 Smith Family Farm/Pumpkin Patch 925-625-5966
50 Smith’s Herb Farm & Christmas Trees 925-625-5966
34 Pease Ranch 925-634-4646
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Local Pages Dr. S. Ghannam, DDS, P9
GIFTS... ETC.
Gentle Family Dentistry, P12
East County Performing Arts Center, P5
Hamilton Wellness Center, P8
Gee Jay’s Beads & Rocks, P7
Laser Advantage, P8
High Maintenance Salon & Spa, P7 Park Avenue Cleaners, P6
Ortho Works, P11 ReVitalize Skin Care, P10
Permanent Cosmetics by Rozan, P6 Planet Tan, P6 Professional Air Shuttle, P5
Premier Laser, P11
ADVERTISING DIRECTORY Find advertisers in the Local Pages™ Directory, arranged by industry and alphabetized within the category. Tell them you saw their ad in The Monthly Grapevine!
Carpet Cleaning Wizards, P15 Clean Choice House Cleaning, P18 Concrete Visions, P15 DADS Painting, P13
Tran Gardening & Yardwork, P18
BUSINESS Book Busters Bookkeeping, P5
Diablo Delta Painting, P19
Fast Teks, P7
Discovery Bay Carpet & Air Duct Cleaning, P19
That’s A Wrap, P8
Discovery Bay Pest Control, P34
HOME
Super Clean Carpet Care, P21
Day Fence Company, P20
Synergie by LO, P12
Shearz on 3rd, P7
Sunbusters Patio Covers, P16
Elizabeth’s Cleaning, P13
AUTO A-1 Stop Smog, P24 Antioch Auto Body, P23
Fairview Heating, P14
Contra Costa County Public Auto Auction, P24
Kevco Tubs & Tile, P13
One Stop Auto Service, P23
All Clean Gutters, P16
LaBat’s Tree Care Trimming Specialist, P14
Russo Auto Body, P24
All In One Home Services, P17
Lee Gardening, P20
All Raingutters Systems Inc., P22
Manuel Iglesias Concrete, P16
Abbey Vet Hospital, P10
American Built Pools, P19
Mike Perreira Plumbing, P14
Alpha Dental, P8
BJB Drywall, P14
Morris Tile & Construction, P21
Curves, P10
Bright Ideas Design Center, P14
New Legacy Landscaping, P17
CPR Fast, P8
C Nguyen Landscaping & Masonry, P22
OBD Plumbing, P18
Stained Glass Instruction & Design, P7
Accent Shutters & Blinds, P13
Tanner’s Paradise, P5
Affordable Plumbing Plus, P16
Three Star Rentals, P6 Tri Delta Transit, P2
HEALTH
Comfort Dental Care, P10
Cabinet Care, P18
Dhyanyoga Center, P9
California Clean Team, P14
Diablo Electrolysis, P10
CJ Bradley Electric, P13
Dr. Moulton-Barrett, MD, P9
SHOP
Shaner Boat Works, P23 Welcome Smog, P23
DINING Grazie! Grille, P25 Skipolini’s Pizza, P25
EVENTS
Prudential California Realty, P15
Antioch Herald, P22
Quality Plumbing & Roofer, P17
Brentwood Cornfest, P35
Silva Enterprises Handyman, P21
Dinner at The Orchard Fundraiser, P27
Smith’s Flooring, P22
Class Act Cleaning Service, P17
Girlfriends Unlimited, P27
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East County Historical Society
Annual BBQ
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Photo Contest
Sunday, September 11th • 2-6pm Mark your calendars and plan to attend 3890 Sellers Ave • Brentwood Drop entries (8x10 or larger) at
9040 Brentwood Blvd., Ste. B, Brentwood on or before September 1st
Entry form is available at www.monthlygrapevine.com or email form request to ads@monthlygrapevine.com
Winning photos will be displayed at the event
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BRENTWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND THE
THE BRENTWOOD
Would like to thank our generous sponsors, non-profit organizations, donors, volunteers, Brentwood Chamber Directors and the City of Brentwood who helped make this year’s Brentwood CornFest possible. SPONSORS SPONSORS
G & S Farms • Dwelley Farms • Ron Nunn Farms • F. A. Maggiore & Sons • Simoni & Massoni Farms 110°/86° Magazine • Aero Pure Water • American Legion Post 202 • Bank Of The West • Black Sheep Communications • Brentwood Minuteman Press • Brentwood Party Rentals • California Diesel & Power • ChamberLink.com • Crème Dela Gem Jewelry • Dallas Shanks & Sons Automotive • Delta Sun Times • Delta Valley Athletic Club • ECC Bank • EverythingBrentwood.com • Farwest Sanitation & Storage • Fastsigns • Finta Hay • Glamora By Sadia • Got A Party • HalfwayToConcord.com • Herrington Tractor Rental & Repair, Inc • Home Depot • Keller Canyon Landfill • Kendall Automotive • Kohl's • Latino Times • Mazzy's Fire Protection Specialists • McCauley Bros. Pest Control • Mike's Auto Body • Mimi's Café • Nancy Kaiser • Pella Windows & Doors • Pizzagoni's Towing • Postal Annex #10009 • Quick-Deck, Inc. • Quik Stop #149 • Raley's • Rave Movie Theatre • Safeway • Smiles: Creative Imaging • Standard Pacific Homes • Stirling Architects • Terracare Associates • TheFrugalFind.com • The Streets Of Brentwood • Tri Delta Transit • True Visions BRENTWOOD CORNFEST COMMITTEE BRENTWOOD CORNFEST COMMITTEE Joe Trebino, President & Signage Dirk Zeigler, Zeigler Insurance & Financial Services, Chair Ken Seamann, Discovery Professional Services, Co-Chair & Entertainment Paul Kelly, Sponsor Chair Liz Gray, Parking Sgt. Walter O’Grodnick, Police Liaison Lt. Tom Hansen, Police Liaison Sal Cutino East County Woodworks, Vendor Chair Shayn Cutino, Vendors Jeff Davis, Security Chair Robin Evenson, Kids “CORN”er Chair Becky Basker, Kids “CORN”er Chair Jilda Fairhurst, Event Coordinator
Alida Garcia, ECC Bank Rita Murdock, ECC Bank Francisco Guillen, Vendor Chair Lisa Hurt, Accounting Mitchel Kell, Videographer Casey Copeland, Veteran Liaison & Security Pat Trombino, Event Coordinator Olga Vidriales, Info. Alley Lori Knudsen, Info. Alley Hazel Wetherford, City Representative Net-Pro by Tabucchi Engineering, Set Up & Tear Down Ryan Accord, Set Up & Tear Down Will Huber, Set Up Lillian Pierce, Corn Madelynn Krebs, Heritage Area
Robin Schiavone, Heritage Area John Fairhurst, Chamber Volunteer Bill Putman, Chamber Volunteer Nick Gaunt, Chamber Volunteer Chris Henry, Entertainment LeeAnn Seamann, Entertainment Hospitality Mike Alarcon, Procal, Inc. John Donnelly, Donnelly’s Floor Service Mark Dwelley, Dwelley Farms Brent Swisher, Wayne Swisher Concrete Sean McCauley, McCauley Bros. Pest Control Matt Cresswell, Nunn Farms Bill Fee, Mazzy’s Fire Protection Specialists Beth Zeigler, Zeigler Insurance Corny Crew Kids
THE BRENTWOOD CORNFEST IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION INTENDED TO SUPPORT OUR MEMBERS AND OUR LOCAL CHARITIES. IT WOULD NOT EXIST WITHOUT GENEROUS CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT. All Out Sports League • American Cancer Society • American Legion Post 202 • Brentwood Kiwanis • Brentwood Lions • Brentwood Rotary • BSA Troop 90 • Delta Community Services • Delta Diablo Det. Police Explorers • East Contra Costa Historical Society. • Emmaus Men • Emmaus Women Freedom High Boys Soccer • Heritage High School • Immaculate Heart Of Mary • Kids Helping Kids • Knights of Columbus. • Liberty High School Neighborhood Church • Resurrection Ministries • Soroptimist of East County. • Soroptimist of the Delta • Veterans of Foreign Wars
Become A 2012 Sponsor by Calling 925-634-3344 or visit brentwoodcornfest.org TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
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