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The CEO I can’t believe that another year has gone by. I love this time of year; it reminds me of the excitement and anticipation I had when I was a child, which I now see in my daughter’s eyes. It also reminds me that life is short and we need to take the opportunity to be thankful and appreciate all that we have. At the Monthly Grapevine we are pleased to continue to offer our readers and advertisers the value they’ve come to expect from us. Keeping our prices competitive, yet still delivering to reader’s mailboxes each and every month is our objective every year and an accomplishment we’re happy we’ve made, particularly this year. For us here at the Monthly Grapevine we would like to thank our loyal advertisers, for without you we would cease to exist. Our customers see the value the Monthly Grapevine brings to the community and to their businesses. Our readers are equally as important; you see the value right in your mailboxes every month! Our readers also utilize our online coupons or our website to locate a plumber or fence repairman, a dentist or veterinarian. On a personal note, I would like to thank my inside staff for all that they 4
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Finesse Limo In 1994, Mike Kerkezian, owner of Finesse Limousine Service was given the opportunity to take over the 4-year old company. So, for the past 18 years, Mike has worked hard to expand the business and make Finesse the Bay Area’s premier limousine and chauffeured transportation provider, offering complete and dependable service in the San Francisco Bay Area, Alameda, Contra Costa and surrounding counties. For business or pleasure, Finesse Limousine Service provides Executive Sedans, Luxurious Limousines or a Cadillac Escalade SUV Limo. Their service is perfect for the business traveler going to a meeting or to and from the airport. For fun and leisure, Finesse can help make an event extra special. A trip into the City for dinner or shopping, spending a relaxing day in the Wine Country, Weddings, Birthdays or any celebration can be made more memorable with Finesse Limousine Service. With high ratings for Customer Service and Satisfaction, Mike Kerkezian and Finesse Limousine Service have
earned an excellent reputation. Mike says the key is in the details. “We provide the best professional and personalized service to customers, ensuring a safe, stylish and no-hassle ride,” he says. Finesse stays ahead of the game by using the most up-to-date technology available in the industry. Real-time flight tracker, GPS vehicle tracking and DVD based navigation systems keep the office staff in constant communication with the chauffeurs, helping to prevent problems or handle last minute changes to client’s agendas. A few other features that make Finesse stand out are their on-line reservations, helpful office staff and knowledgeable drivers who pay attention to every detail. In addition, Mike has plans to add XM Radio and iPod hookups in all of their vehicles and supports “green” products in his business. Since 1995, Finesse Limousine Service has been a member of the National Limousine Association. Mike is a member of the Discovery Bay and Antioch Chambers of Commerce and enjoys donating Limo rides to local schools and charities in the community. Testimonials This is the best limo service! I was very worried about hiring a limo for my daughters upcoming wedding because I have NEVER had a successful limo
experience. (At my daughter’s prom, the limo actually caught on fire!) Mike was great! I hired two limos and a town car for the wedding day and all three were very nice, clean and most importantly, on time! It happened to be a very busy weekend in May (proms, weddings etc.) and still, my needs were met perfectly. This is the only Limo service I will use from here on out! Thanks, Mike! -- Sherry N., Clayton Mike & his staff were wonderful to work with. The limo was beautiful- the service exceptional!!! Finesse was so easy to work with for our last minute reservation for my daughter’s wedding. I cannot believe we forgot to order the limo sooner. The best part was he was even able to get us the white one on a Saturday with a last minute reservation. The driver arrived early & even helped out when while I (the mother-of-thebride) was shuffling things between two other cars at the hotel as the photos were winding up and we were getting everyone off to the ceramony site. The driver looked sharp and was very friendly. Finesse was a class act!!! I only wish I had found them back when my kids went to prom....I will be keeping their phone number handy!!! – Debbie M., Tracy Finesse Limousine Service can be
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Finesse Limousine Service The Monthly Grapevine proudly announces this month’s Pick of the Vine, Mike Kerkezian and Finesse Limousine Service for their outstanding customer service. Based in Discovery Bay, Finesse Limousine Service offers vehicles that are always clean and impeccably maintained to offer the utmost comfort and elegance. Mike’s goal is to provide clients with a safe, enjoyable and memorable experience, with customer satisfaction being his top priority. By using some of the most up-to-date technology in the industry and employing a helpful office staff and knowledgeable drivers who pay attention to every detail, you’re assured a smooth ride, every time! The Monthly Grapevine Pick of the Vine award recognizes local businesses with an exemplary reputation for customer service and/or community commitment. If you would like to nominate a business for this award, please visit our web site at www.monthlygrapevine.com for more information.
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Coming back down the coast in the fall of 2013, the Norwegian Sun will leave Vancouver on September 16th. She ports in Nanaimo, Victoria, Astoria and San Francisco with, again, 2 days at sea. Rates for your balcony room are $629 and ocean view rooms are $419.
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Norwegian Cruise Line Greetings and Happy Holidays to each and every one of you! In recent issues we have been highlighting close to home coastal cruises and we want to tell you about several that NCL, aka Norwegian Cruise Line, will be doing next year. First, the Norwegian Pearl will do a 7 night cruise on May 5, 2013 from Los Angeles. She will visit San Francisco, Astoria, Victoria, Nanaimo and complete her voyage in Vancouver. There are 2 lovely days at sea included with Balcony rooms beginning at $579 with ocean view rooms at $419. The Norwegian Jewel will sail a 7 night cruise beginning May 8, 2013 and will visit the ports of San Francisco, Astoria, Victoria, Nanaimo and conclude also in Vancouver with 2 consecutive days at sea. Rates for this cruise begin at $629 for balcony rooms and ocean view with rates as low as $509.
All rates are per person and based on double occupancy and subject to availability. We are taking bookings now for these cruises and since it is the holiday time of year, why not give the gift of travel to that someone special in your life? There is nothing like sailing the Pacific coast and these cruise only take place in the spring and fall and only occasionally by several of the cruise lines that are repositioning ships between the west coast and the Caribbean. As they say at NCL, it’s time to CRUISE LIKE A NORWEIGAN!!!!!! Norwegian Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 46-year history of breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising, most notably with the introduction of Freestyle Cruising which revolutionized the industry by giving guests more freedom and flexibility. Today, Norwegian invites guests to “Cruise Like a Norwegian” on one of 11
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purpose-built Freestyle Cruising ships, providing guests the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed cruise vacation on some of the newest and most contemporary ships at sea. The Company has two 4,000-passenger vessels, Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway, under construction for delivery in April 2013 and January 2014, along with one larger “Breakaway Plus” vessel for delivery in fall 2015. Known as New York’s ship, Norwegian Breakaway will be the largest vessel to homeport year-round in the city, sailing to Bermuda for the summer beginning May 12, 2013. We want to wish all of you a very happy and joyous holiday with every wish for a prosperous New Year as we wipe the slate clean and start anew. We’re here as always to help you GETAWAY FROM YOUR EVERYDAY. Be safe, stay safe and travel safe.
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925-754-7675
3720 Sunset Lane, Suite D • Antioch, CA 94509
Say Goodbye to Cellulite! Don’t Lose Hope! Get the Results You’ve Always Wanted!
REFER A FRIEND & BOTH GET 15% OFF ONE TREATMENT
HOLIDAY GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE! • Hair Removal - 20% OFF Each Treatment • LATISSE - For Longer, Thicker & Darker Eyelashes (Earn points for discount) + New Jumbo Size ($25 Instant Rebate) While Supplies Last
• Obagi Skin Care 15% OFF!
Tone & Tighten too!
(Reduced sales tax 8.25%)
FREE jewelry case & product with purchase of eye cream.
• Brown Spot Removal-IPL • Botox - $25 Coupon for Registered Brilliant Distinctions Clients. • 20% OFF - Laser Vein Removal
• Microdermabrasion • Tattoo Removal
Now Offering: Care Credit With Low Monthly Payments
NEW!! FRAXEL
For Skin Rejuvenation Removes years from your appearance by treating sun spots, wrinkles, acne scars and more!!
Ask about discounted pricing.
FREE CONSULTATION For Fraxel & Hair Treatments
James L Edwards, M.D. Marti Edwards, R.N.
FREE TRIAL TREATMENT! Call 925-301-7389 or 925-848-4455 E-mail: SynergieByLO@aol.com
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3725 Lone Tree Way, Ste. C, Antioch
Vista Enterprises Incorporated 1781 Vineyard Drive, Suite 204, Antioch, CA 94509
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HEALTH
Committed to Your Dental Health for a Lifetime!
Dentistry Built On Trust
HEALTH
FOR YOUR DENTAL HEALTH
Challenge to Maintain Dentition The trend toward maintaining teeth is an important contributor to total health and wellbeing and that the baby boomers are leading the charge with the intent on becoming the first generation in history to die with nearly all their natural teeth. A generation ago it was commonly accepted that when you got old, you lost your teeth and wore dentures. The baby boomers have a different set of expectations. They intend to keep their teeth and are learning what to do to maintain their oral health. However, it is a little bit of a liability that, by having teeth they are at risk for disease, especially caries, periodontal disease and, depending on the risk factors, conditions such as cancer. Many of them already have a significant amount of dental treatment; these restorations don’t last forever, due to various reasons and they are subject to needing repair
and replacement. Oral and dental diseases have a disproportionate effect on the elderly for both obvious and less obvious reasons. In addition to years of exposure to bacteria, the teeth and related structures show evidence of wear and tear as a result of normal chewing, talking and destructive habits like clenching and grinding.
A regular routine of daily oral hygiene, such as brushing and flossing is very important, along with a protocol of fluoride applications and therapeutic mouth rinses. Using salivary substitutes to keep the mouth from getting dry due to medications is also a great preventative routine, as it helps to prevent root cavities and fungal infections.
The elderly also suffer from chronic disorders that can directly or indirectly affect oral health. They often require multiple medications and a common side effect of several of the medications is reduced salivary flow, which can lead to significant problems of the teeth and their supporting structures. In addition, the elderly may also have difficulty performing routine oral hygiene because of physical limitations or disabilities. Oral infection is now recognized as a risk factor for a number of systemic diseases, like cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus and respiratory disorders. It is also important to emphasize that once people have lost all their teeth and are using complete dentures, their oral health needs do not stop. Jaws are not static and may continue to resorb, leading to loose dentures. People without teeth still remain susceptible to oral cancer, mucosal diseases and alterations in the salivary flow.
We all know that periodontal disease and oral cancer are two diseases that have been linked to smoking, so smoking cessation efforts would also improve oral and general health, as well. In addition, keeping up with routine regular check-ups with the dentist is an important part of good oral health care.
Apollo Dental Care is the dental office of Dr. Sue Padavettan D.D.S. Dr. Sue has fourteen years of experience in dentistry. Graduated from USC with outstanding achievement award for restorative dentistry and was elected member of Honor Dental Society by the Zeta Chapter and is a active member of ADA, CDA and CCDS.
Apollo Dental Care is located at 4530 Balfour Rd. Suite C in Brentwood. They can be contacted at 925-634-5061.
APOLLO DENTAL CARE Happy Smiles for the Holidays!
• Dental Care For Adults & Children • Invisalign & Regular Braces • Nitrous Oxide • Saturday & Evening Appts. Available • Senior Discounts • Zoom® Teeth Whitening • Most PPO Plans Accepted
Dr. Sue Padavettan, DDS USC Graduate, Member ADA, CDA & CCDS
Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
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Invisalign or Regular Braces New Patients only. Ask for details. Expires 1/15/13
4530 Balfour Road, Suite C • Brentwood
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YOU READ THAT RIGHT! A hair follicle that is eliminated by our laser DO YOU WANT YOUNGER LOOKING SKIN? Then you need to enhance will not grow hair again. Imagine, no more shaving, waxing or plucking. collagen production, remove age spots and discoloration, and peel away the outer layer of dead skin. 1 4-8 treatments for 80-100% permanent hair reduction. Three Laser Applications During One Treatment 2 Most effective on dark hair. √ Wrinkle Reduction √ Surface Peel 3 Any skin color can be treated effectively. √ Color Correction √ Fabulous Results 4 Remember, it’s permanent!
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Bikini Line Just $99 Brazilian $159 Underarms $99 All prices are per treatment. Offers expire 1/15/13. Promotions & discounts cannot be combined.
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Our Most Popular Treatment! All prices are per treatment. Offers expire 1/15/13. Promotions & discounts cannot be combined.
Other Services: Laser Treatment of Veins, Broken Capillaries, Birthmarks, Brown/Red Age Spots, Acne, Acne Scars, Obagi Full Sized System $299, Latisse For Longer Eye Lashes, Botox $13/unit
Bassem Said, MD Board Certified (ABOto), Head & Neck Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery Kathleen Bocage, RN • Lisa Lieu, RN & Licensed Aesthetician
925-516-6702
1240-A2 Central Boulevard • Brentwood
12 Month Interest Free Financing Available!
Visit our Website for Pricing & Promotions
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David Shen, D.M.D. & Associates
Using the Latest Innovations in Technology to Create Beautiful Smiles, while Minimizing Treatment, Time and Discomfort.
Specialists in Orthodontics and Invisalign® Free Initial Consultation • Treatment for Children and Adults Clear and Invisible Braces Available • New Patients Always Welcome Insurance Accepted • Financing Available
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YOUR INVISALIGN OR FULL ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT FEE Discount not to be combined with any other offers. Limited to Full Orthodontic Treatment only. Offer expires 1/15/2013.
TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
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Want To Capture That Bright White Perfect Smile This Winter Season? $99*
Let Perfect Smiles Family Dentistry give you the gift of a radiant and inviting smile.
Cleaning Special
Includes exam, digital x-rays & regular cleaning, cash patients only.
FREE Custom Teeth Whitening Kit*
Enjoy a complimentary ZOOM® take-home whitening kit and custom trays with your initial exam, cleaning & digital x-rays.
FREE $25 Gift Card* With your exam, cleaning & digital x-rays.
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925-978-9800
2219 Buchanan Road, Suite 1 Antioch CA 94509
925-634-9118
14510 O’Hara Avenue, Suite C Brentwood CA 94513
Discover The Perfection Within Our Holiday Blowout Sale!
* Only one promotion per patient. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Call for details.
Lives Transforming One Step at a Time!
Looking Great For The Holidays GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!
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SPECIALIZING IN: • Botox • Juvederm • Restylane • Sclerotherapy • Laser Hair Removal • Portrait Plasma
$10.00*
Per BOTOX unit
$30.00* Pumpkin Resurface Facial
• Tattoo Removal • Hyperpigmentation • Obagi Skin Care • Derma Quest • Latisse • And More! *Must present ad, exp. 1/15/13.
Delta Aesthetics 925-757-5311
Dr. Andrew Ness
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• Full Belly Dance Program • Zumba by Karina - Beginning Thru Advanced • Hip Hop - Kids Belly Dance • Club Cardio - Cardio Belly Dance For Everyone
925.766.1478
817 First Street, Brentwood
www.RedDoorDance.com
10% OFF Any Belly Dance Package
New students only. Expires 12/31/12.
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Facials, Waxing, Microdermabrasion, Skin Peels, Ear Candling, Customized Facials For your skin care needs. Free Skin Care Consultation!
Nice Curves Ahead!
Brentwood Laser & Aesthetics State of the Art Medical Spa Dr. Rex Moulton-Barrett, MD Board Certified Plastic Surgery
SKIN AESTHETICS Tami Raney - Licensed Esthetician
(925) 679-0883
Healing Through Hypnotherapy Hypnotherapy Supports: Stress Reduction • Anxiety • Depression Pain Management • Self-Confidence • EFT Weight Loss • Stop Smoking • Insomnia Test Taking • Sports Performance • Grief Past Life Regression • Relaxation & More
Laura A. Donohue, CCHT
8375 Brentwood Blvd., Suite D, Brentwood www.HealingThroughHypnotherapy.com
MONDAY’S NEW PATIENT SPECIAL Receive 15% OFF Aesthetics *With Paula only. Some restrictions apply.
925-895-9697
$1800
out the door Upper & lower lip.
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1280 Central Blvd. Suite J-5 • Brentwood www.moulton-barrett.com
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www.BodyBySanti.com TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
with this coupon • limited time only (Reg. $50)
Quality Care For 22 Years • Auto/Sports Injuries Sport Physicals • Student/Senior Discounts Evening/Weekend Appointments Available
AWARD WINNING
4525 O’Hara Ave • Brentwood
STRESS RELIEF MASSAGE & ADJUSTMENT
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Visit Our Website For Group Fitness Schedule!
EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
After
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925-240-5225 or www.pstgonline.com
Santi has over 24 years of successful experience in personal training. Call for Training Consultation
Injectable & Skin Care Specials: • Botox 2.5 Units ................. $36 • Surgiderm 24 .................... $400 • Radiesse 0.8 ml ................ $520 • Radiesse 1.5 ml ................ $720 • Sculptra 5cc ...................... $950 • Artefill 0.8ml Syringe........ $950 • Juvederm 0.8ml Syringe .. $540 • Latisse ............................... $130 • Obagi Starter Kit............... $320 • Laser Hair/Vein & Wrinkle Reduction from ................. $150 • Introducing Sciton, Intense Skin Tightening................. $350 • Breast Augmentation ....... $5,349 • Upper Lids ........................ $1,800 (per zone) • Dermal Graft Lip Augmentation ................... $1,200 • Vi Peel ............................... $150 • Ear Lobe Repair................ $500 • Permanent Lip Implants .. $1,800
Perma Lip Implant
CPR TRAINING & AED SALES
Individuals or Groups Private Sessions or Scheduled Sessions To Register or For Additional Information Call
HEALTH
Teaching and creating beautiful skin.
Gift s Certificate Available
Dr. Nancy Belliveau
(925) 516-1395 8157 Brentwood Blvd., Suite A • Brentwood
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WALL TO WALL, WE CLEAN IT ALL!! Homes, Apartments & Offices Commercial Office Cleaning & Floor Maintenance Blind & Window Cleaning • Garage Detailing Hauling • Pressure Washing • Move Ins • Move Outs Dependable • Experienced • Guaranteed
Serving the Delta since 1989 Excellent References Licensed, Insured & Bonded
CLEANEST DEAL IN TOWN CLEANING
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Full Deep Cleaning
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CJ Bradley’s Electric (925) 679-2828 Commercial • Residential
Your Power Connection! License # 818893
Free Estimates - Competitive Pricing Customer Service & Satisfaction are our Priorities! (A company is only as good as its reputation!)
AWARD WINNING EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
Maintenance Pressure Washing
(925) 382-0330 Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Commercial
• Ceiling Fans • Additional Outlets • Garage Lighting • Hot Tubs • Landscape Lighting • Remodels
• New Circuits • Under Cabinet Lighting • New Phone/Cable Lines • Exterior Lighting • Recessed Lighting AWARD • New Construction WINNING
Call us... for the best price on ceiling fans!!!
(925) 679-2828
Locally Owned and Operated
• Drywall Patching & Texturing • House Staining • Crown Moulding & Baseboard Installation
DIABLO GARDENING Inc. LANDSCAPE · CONCRETE · YARD MAINTENANCE
Tree Service · BBQ · Fence Work
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925-240-9498
Fully Insured and Bonded
• Acoustic Ceiling Removal
Residential
MT.
Free Estimates
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Lic. #889348
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FREE ESTIMATES
(925) 625-9909 Bonded • Lic. #759964
• High Pressure Cleaning • Fence Staining • Gutter Clean-Out
Residential • Commercial • Exterior • Interior • Multi-Unit www.MonthlyGrapevine.com
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Make a statement in your home... Take Advantage of our “Shop at Home” Service • Custom Plantation Shutters • 2” Faux Woods Blinds • Silhouette® Window Shadings • Modern Roman Shades • Honeycomb Shades
Shutter & Blind Repair Available!
FREE In-Home Estimates, Installation & Temporary Shades! Owners Blane & Joyce Boatright Family Owned & Operated Since 1996
925-513-7130 AWARD WINNING EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
“Time Conscious with Quality in Mind!” Lic #429539
925-570-4038 925-470-9249 925-449-3446
www.americanbuiltpools.com
Complete Construction Package Pools, Spas, Landscape & Hardscape Concrete Services & Repair Specialists
GUTTER CLEANING
All Clean Gutters Family Owned and Operated for 13 Years
SALES • REPAIRS
925-754-4990
Lic. # 418845
Zamora’s Custom Landscape Detail Yard Maintenance • Lawn Aeration • Mowing Edging • Weeding • Fertilizing • Clean Ups Voted Best Gardener and Honorary Best Landscaper in Antioch
Commercial & Residential Gutter/Downspouts Cleaning & Repair
FREE ESTIMATES
925-625-0308 or 925-864-3989
For Quality Service Call Today! Insured & Licensed
(925) 778-8313
TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
Frank Zamora
Lic # 1002046
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Featuring HOME
Classic Awning SHOWROOM OPEN
• Design Fabrics & Prints
Tuesday thru Saturday 8am to 5pm
925-634-2144
• Custom-Built Frames • Residential
6303 Brentwood Blvd. • P.O. Box 366, Brentwood, CA 94513
• Commercial
Cal. Lic. # 734428
www.classicawningandcanvas.com
• Free Estimates
Also Drop Screens For Patios & Windows
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
FREE ESTIMATES
www.silva-enterprises.com
License #932470 & Bonded
Vieira LANDSCAPE GARDENING SERVICES
Silva Enterprises Handyman 925.783.3414
JOHN J. BARTLETT
LIC # 632552
New Lawn • Sprinkler Systems Rototilling OUR COMPLETE SERVICES INCLUDE: Weeding • Mowing • Edging • Cleaning Trash • Dead Leaves • Trimming Pruning • Bushes Call for a free estimATE
(925) 516-1434 • (925) 628-2613
$20.00 OFF
$35.00 OFF
4 Hour Cleaning Special $7000 (reg. $90)
8 Hour Cleaning Special $14500 (reg. $180)
Limited time offer • Must present coupon • New clients only • One per household
House Cleaning, Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing
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“Our Reputation is Spotless”
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(925) 757-0815
FAX (925) 757-7952
Stack’s
RV & Boat Storage at Classic Awning Site resident manager • Secure fenced area Easy access from Brentwood Blvd.
925-634-2144 Tuesday thru Saturday 8am to 5pm • Please call for after hour access
Clean Team Lic.#028616
All types of wall repair and refinishing CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE
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WEATHERWOOD PATIO COVERS • PATIO ENCLOSURES
LOOKS LIKE WOOD, NEVER NEEDS PAINT $250 OFF Call for details
925-978-1800
Mark Sargent Owner
www.BRIGHTIDEASDESIGNCENTER.com • VISIT OUR SHOWROOM!
WINTER IS HERE!
FREE
Service Call with any repair Call for details.
(925) HEATERS • (925) 625-4963 SINCE 1988
WWW.FAIRVIEWAIR.COM
Contractor’s Lic. # 533790
A&D BROS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
House Cleaning Service Weekly • Bi-Weekly • Monthly Move Ins • Move Outs 25 Years Experience in Residential & Commercial Cleaning Lic. #054718 • Insured
(925) 628-7268
AIELLO PAINTING Making Your House, Your Home!
300 OFF
$
Complete Int. or Ext. Exp. 1/15/1 3
Repaints • New Construction Powerwashing • Popcorn Ceiling Removal Install Crown Moulding & Baseboards Residential • Commercial Interior • Exterior Free Estimates. Call Mark at
(925) 864-9284 Bonded • Lic. #838588
TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
Yard Maintenance Service Irrigation System Repair Detach / Aeration Haul-out • Yard Clean Up Replace Sod Planting • Tree Service
FREE Estimates
(925) 679-0311 Lic #101073
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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YOUR WEEKENDS WEREN’T MADE FOR HOUSEWORK! HOME
“Class Act” Cleaning Services WINDOW & BLIND
Housecleaning • Office Cleaning Window Cleaning • Floor Maintenance Tile Scrubbing & Sealing GUTTER CLEANING Pressure Washing • Blind Cleaning
CLEANING SPECIAL
10% OFF
Super discounts for multiple services. Call for details.
SPECIALTY SERVICES:
Daryl & Traci Bernal Servicing Your Area for Over 20 Years
Insured & Bonded
Housecleaning Special
New Screens • Rescreening Pet Resistance Screens
$50 OFF Call for details.
www.ClassActWindowCleaning.com
925-706-7572
CONCRETE, LANDSCAPE & MASONRY
12mm Laminate
THINK OUT OF THE
Specializing in:
Patios • Walkways • Driveways Retaining Walls • Steps • Block Brick • Stamped Concrete Pavers • Flagstone Concrete Staining & Sealing Exposed Aggregate • Demolition Pool Decks & Much More!
189*
$
BIG BOX
sq.ft.
FREE* Carpet Installation!
Lic #429539
Text
House & Window Cleaning - For Less!
Bonded and Lic #1002595
$
Reg.
75.00 $90
Any 4 Hour Cleaning
New clients only • Limited time offer
150.00 $ Any 8 Hour Cleaning 180
$
Reg.
New clients only • Limited time offer
Gift Certificates Available!
Ask About our Special Rates on Move Outs!
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Weekly Bi-Monthly Affordable Reliable One-Time Cleaning
Lone Tree Way
To Brentwood
Message and data rates may apply. Offers expire 1/15/13.
CLEAN CHOICE HOUSE CLEANING 925-777-0427 925-699-5518
CARPET4LESS
to 22828 to get started.
HWY 4 BYPASS
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Hillcrest Ave.
$AVE MONEY & TIME WITH US
I N ISH I NG
Don’t Replace Your Old Bath Tub...
REGLAZE IT!
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
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24 Hour Emergency Service Available! Proper Pruning Tree Removal Stump Grinding Planting Shrub & Hedge Trimming Firewood for Sale
HOME
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Quality, Custom Concrete FOR LESS! TIRED OF YOUR BORING CARPET?
Let Us Remove It & Stain Your Concrete!
10% OFF First Service When you mention this ad. BEFORE AWARD WINNING EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
Quality, Honest & Dependable Service Cont. License #857530 • Fully Insured
925-679-1400
WINTER IS HERE. CALL NOW! Dry-rot Repair • Roofing / Flashings & Seamless Gutters Installation & Repair One Call Does It All! Don’t Wait, Call Shawn Today!
Commercial & Residential
Patios • Walkways • Retaining Walls • Foundations • Steps Stamped Concrete • Stamped Overlayment • Pavers Concrete Staining & Sealing • Flagstone • Block • Brick PUBLIC WORKS
35 Years of Experience
$1000 off $500 off $200 off any job over $5,000
Over 20 Years Experience
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Lic #793315
OWNER WORKS ON ALL JOBS WITH EMPLOYEES
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 Workmans Comp
20% OFF Landscaping with this ad
TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
Call Mr. Andy Le for a FREE Estimate!
925.755.6623
any job over $2,500 any job over $1,000
The Cross is the Center of My Business! Home • Office • Apartment • Party Cleanups Same Day Service Available WE PROVIDE ALL GREEN PRODUCTS
$
25 OFF
Minimum 4 Hr. Cleaning. Restrictions Apply. Limited Time. Must present TMG coupon.
Call Diane for a FREE Estimate
925.260.0564 Lic #023772 • Bonded & Insured
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ON THE HOUSE
LED’s Have Come Of Age How times change. Since the midnineties everyone and his brother has raved about the energy efficiency of the compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL). When the CFL was introduced is was more energy efficient than any other type of lighting that had previously been used in the home. Where old-fashioned filament style incandescent bulbs were good for 1200 hours of use, the public clamored to purchase CFL’s that burned for 8,000 hours and more – using one-fifth of the energy. As staunchly as we supported the change from conventional filament lighting to CFL use, we are now in the midst of an even better alternative. We feel that compact fluorescents will be fading away sooner than later. The reason is simple. The next generation of artificial lighting is equally cheap to operate, much, much brighter (and oh so much whiter) and longer lasting than CFL’s too. How about a life span of 25,000 hours for starters!?! Where we never saw a key chain size CFL flashlight an LED keychain flashlight is now at every
checkout counter. The light emitting diode (LED) has finally made its way through lighting puberty (and the flashlight circuit) and is now stretching its “I’m the best and cheapest lighting for your home” muscles. Just about every manufacturer of lighting is now offering some sort of household LED alternative. Big box and independent hardware stores alike, all offer an assortment of LED lighting. Don’t be fooled by the first generation of solar powered LED path lights that barely offered enough light to be seen on anything but pitch-black night. We’ve discovered that LED lighting for the home is literally Amazing! And we are so glad. No mercury, no special handling, and, best of all, LED’s are recyclable Our latest whole house remodel partly involved replacing a 70’s style recessed fluorescent light box and other dated fixtures with new LED recess lights. The result was brighter rooms and halls (no more putrid colored light), even lighting and lighting that is truly white. When the lighting is bright and the lighting is white the true colors used to decorate a room pop out and are more vivid and bold. Also, there is no time delay. LED’s are “instant on” bulbs. LED’s have been used commonly since the early 1960’s as indicator lights in electronics
EXTERIOR/INTERIOR PAINTING SPECIAL!
20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY Residential • Commercial Superior Workmanship • Fast Service REO/Foreclosure Property Discounts Ask About Our Best Price Guarantee!
FREE ESTIMATES!
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SAVE up to
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OFF
Any Complete Interior or Exterior Paint Job
Not valid with any other offer. Expires 1/15/13.
2 ROOM SPECIAL
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Interior Painting of Two Rooms
Not valid with any other offer. Expires 1/15/13.
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and have been growing as a light source ever since. At the Greenbuild 2012 green products tradeshow we spoke with several light fixture manufacturers who stated that LED technology had “come of age” and that LED had become “dependable enough to manufacture high end commercial lighting” for street lighting, parking lots, stadiums and just about any other conceivable use. We strongly urge you to experiment with a good quality LED light somewhere in your home. The absence of heat, the evenly disbursed bright white light, the continued energy savings you have with fluorescents, the compactness, the instant start up, the unbelievable lasting quality and the absence of mercury make the LED the next “safer” generation of home lighting. The incandescent was our VHS. The CFL was our Laser Disk and the LED is our DVD/Blue-ray. LED’s are still a bit pricey, but if we each purchase one, “supply-demand” will kick in and the price will drop. Wonder what Ben Franklin would think?
Morris and James Carey can be contacted at 1-800-737-2474 or visit their website at www.onthehouse.com.
Got Dirt? 30 135 PER ROOM*
$
Single Story* * Up to 2,000 sq. ft. Call for details.
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 Stairs only $25
Residential • Commercial Realty • Emergency
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• Landscape • Engineering • Drainage • Maintenance
50 Years Combined Experience •
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• Safety Trimming • Crown Reduction & Removal • Stump Grinding & Removal • No Job Too Small or Large • Certified Arborist on Staff • Licensed & Insured
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A spot just opened up for a GENERAL CONTRACTOR DELTA BUSINESS CONNEXION BRENTWOOD CHAPTER If you are looking to increase your business, join our team. For more information contact
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• Family Owned & Operated
Service
1-800-734-3392
Lic. # 657572
(916)
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Complete Bathroom Remodel $3,000
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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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CARPET CARE GOT GOT ALLERGIES?
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ALLERGIES?
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
Service • New Installation • Replacements
Evening and Weekend Service Calls at NO EXTRA CHARGE!
POWERFUL TRUCK MOUNTED UNIT TURBO DRY SYSTEM
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ADDITIONAL SERVICES:
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Service calls and installs
FREE ESTIMATES! Licensed & Insured
Offer expires 1/31/13.
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Spas $2,990
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We accept Cash, Checks & Credit Cards.
Not Just Clean... It’s SUPERCLEAN!
JL Tree Service Full Yard Clean Up Tree & Stump Removal Tree Topping • Shrub Removal Serving All East Contra Costa County Quality Work for a Reasonable Price
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two story
COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL • Complete House Cleaning, Including Baseboards & Fans! • Affordable, Reliable & Quality Service Guaranteed • References Available • Yard Cleaning Service Lic #102021
FREE Window Cleaning “The Best Creative Texture & Color Concrete, Retaining Walls, Patios & Tree Removal” TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
with full house cleaning. Not valid with other offers.
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PETS
TIMELY FEATURE
Top 5 Holiday Dangers to Pets - Preventive Measures Can Save Pets The holidays are a festive time for us and our pets. However, due to ongoing activities and constant distractions, we can easily overlook potential dangers to our four-legged family members. Take preventive measures to protect your pets this holiday season. Being aware of these top five dangers could save you a trip to the veterinary emergency room. 1. Holiday Tinsel and Ornaments Tinsel, while not toxic, is very attractive to pets, particularly cats. The shiny, dangling decoration reflects light and can move in the slightest draft — appearing to come alive to watchful critters. The problem with tinsel is that once it’s consumed, it can cause serious injury to your pet. If not caught in time, this foreign body ingestion could actually be fatal as it twists and bunches
inside your pet’s intestines. Immediate veterinary care is required. In addition, bright and colorful tree ornaments can attract your pet’s curiosity. Place glass, aluminum and paper ornaments higher up on the tree. Pets can chew and swallow these fragile objects and not only can broken pieces form sharp edges lacerate your pet’s mouth, throat and intestines, they could also create a choking hazard. 2. Holiday Lighting and Candles Twinkling, shiny and dangling holiday lights - such as the icicle, netting, garland, curtain, rope and candle varietal - may be another source of danger to your curious pets. Got a pet that likes to chew? Electrical shock may occur when a pet chomps down on an electrical cord, causing tongue lacerations and possible death. Check your holiday lights for signs of fraying or chewing and use a grounded three-prong extension cord as a safety precaution.
3. Gift Wrap Ribbon - You may be tempted to fashion your pet with a decorative ribbon “collar” but beware that this could become a choking hazard. 4. Food Hazards - Festive events often mean edible treats — and lots of them. Unfortunately, some of the most popular holiday goodies, such as chocolate, bones and nuts, can be extremely toxic or fatal to pets. Keep your pet on her regular diet and caution visitors against giving your pet special treats or table scraps. 5. Toxic Holiday Plants - They may be pretty, but some holiday plants are poisonous—even deadly. As little as a single leaf from any lily variety of pine needles, holly, mistletoe or poinsettias is lethal to cats.
If you have candles on display, place them in a hard-to-reach spot so that your pets can not access them. Not only can pets seriously burn themselves, but knocking over candles creates a fire
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hazard and may leave a trail of hot wax that will easily burn the pads of paws and more.
Taking precautions with pets during these festive times can help ensure that you and your family will enjoy a happy and healthy holiday season! Article courtesy of www.petinsurance.com
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COMPLETE MEDICAL & SURGICAL SERVICE
Trained Adult Dogs For Sale!
Cat Spay $58 • Cat Neuter $38
Group Classes • Private Lessons • Board & Train Behavioral Rehab • Doggie Daycare & Private Boarding
Office Visit Examination $18.00
Cat Vaccinations
FVRCP................ $13.95 Rabies ................ $14.95 Leukemia ............. $22.95 Must present coupon at time of service. Limited time offer.
Dog Vaccinations
DHPP .................. $13.95 Corona ................. $8.95 Rabies ................ $14.95 Bordetella ............ $14.95 Must present coupon at time of service. Limited time offer.
405 E. 18th St. Antioch • 925-778-1984 Boarding Available for Cats and Small Dogs
925.240.8292 Train Now or Forever Hold Your Leash
Cory’s Critter Care • Daily Visits • Overnight Pet Sitting • Ranch Sitting • Dog Walking • Dog Walks, Park Adventures & Cat Play • Attentive In-Home Sitting While You’re Away • Comfortable Boarding At Sitter’s Home • Pet Chauffeur To The Vet & Groomer • Personalized Care By Reliable Professionals • Licensed, Bonded & Insured
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Fast-Teks Saved My Day! The time is 6:00 am on “Black Friday”. As I look out my window at a beautiful November morning, I can see the sun rising over the distant San Joaquin Delta. The weather outside is certainly not “frightful”, however it is that time of year when we hit the streets running to start our quest for the best deals on the best gifts for Christmas. Seated at my desk, I am going to check my emails for the last of my messages for ALL those “take an additional” coupons before I put on my walking shoes and head for the stores. One click of the mouse and the Christmas Grinch shows up in living color. Those horrible words “your connection has failed” keep repeating with my numerous attempts to push the mouse and I know I need someone to save my Christmas. Fortunately, my assignment this month is to peek in on Fast-Teks, our local computer experts. With their one call promise, 24/7, I was able to talk with Jim Aster about my
dilemma. He walked me through the process of troubleshooting the problem and made me an appointment to come out personally to access the problem. Most of us home office users don’t have time to hassle with bringing our computer to the retail shop and I personally would be scared start unplugging all of those wires. That is the great part about Fast-Teks; they come to your home to troubleshoot and handle the repairs for you. Now, that counts ten points in my book. Fortunately for me, my problem was pretty minor and I was still able to make it in time for those “door buster” sales. Their repair services include a PC CheckUp which includes cleaning debris and dust from the case & fans and defragment of the hard disk drive. I didn’t have a clue about defragging the computer, but after this service alone, I was back to pushing the mouse at mach speed. They also check for unseen problems, remove harmful programs like Trojan Horse and Hijacker and walk you through some simple maneuvers you can do at home. They can also transfer files from one computer to another, update and install Windows operating systems and install an internal expansion card for your PC or notebook. I felt like I had met my professional specialist for my computer
and he didn’t make me feel stupid for not knowing all of those technical terms. Another ten points! I didn’t realize that at any given time, thousands of computer viruses, worms and spyware are in circulation on the internet. Millions of users with alwayson-high-speed internet connections are prime targets for email attacks, identify theft, and malicious hacker problems. Fast-Teks provides software and hardware solutions to remove and combat continuous attempts by unknown predators. Holy Cow! I didn’t realize how serious this was. Jim told me he could help us with support and updates before they become a problem. No worries there, we are definitely going to check in with our “specialist” on a regular basis to make sure we are protected at all times. So Jim and Denise, this secret shopper gives you guys ten red ribbons for saving my Christmas. The Monthly Grapevine encourages all our readers to give the gift of security to your friends and family this year with a check-up from Fast-Teks in their stockings with a simple call to 925265-TEKS. Who will be snooped next? It could be you!
Fast Teks can be reached at 925-265-8357 or visit www.fastteks.com.
Your One Call Computer Experts!
Windows 7, MAC OS X Pros
Jim and Denise Aster are the Owners of Fast-teks On-Site Computer Service in Brentwood.
Call Today for an Appointment
925-265-TEKS (8357) www.fastteks.com
• Fast, on-site service for all computer brands • Virus, Worm, Spyware, Pop-Up removal • Wireless networking
AWARD WINNING
EAST COU NTY BUSINESS
Laura A. Donohue, CPA Helping Clients Save Taxes For Over 25 Years
Tax Preparation and Tax Planning Individuals and Small Businesses LDonohueCPA@comcast.net www.TaxMomCPA.com
925-895-9697 TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
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BUSINESS
WHO’S BEEN SNOOPED?
AUTO
6655 Brentwood Blvd Brentwood
TIMING BELT INSTALLED
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!
Get Your Car Ready for WINTER
Most Cars & Trucks • Expires 1/15/13. Must present TMG ad.
30/60/90 THOUSAND Mile Service 4 cyl.
$
6 cyl.
254
95
$
8 cyl.
274
95
$
$12500 Includes Parts & Labor
Includes: oil, transmission, gas & air filters. Change engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant & spark plugs. Complete safety check. Most Cars & Trucks • Expires 1/15/13 • Must present TMG ad.
Includes: Pads or shoes and resurfacing rotors or drums and repack bearings. Most Cars & Trucks • Expires 1/15/13 • Must present TMG ad.
WINTER SPECIAL
BRING ANY LOCAL COMPETITOR’S COUPON AND GET AN EXTRA
$8995 •Lube, Oil & Filter Changed •Coolant Flushed •Top Off All Fluids
Family Owned & Operated For 22 Years.
FRONT OR REAR BRAKE SPECIAL
29495
Plus Tax
Tues-Sat 8:00-5:00pm
$19995
•Windshield Wipers Changes •Check All Belts & Hoses •Check Tires & Brakes
10% OFF!
Most Cars & Trucks • Expires 1/15/13 • Must present TMG ad.
SAVING ON YOUR DEDUCTIBLE, NEED HELP? CUSTOMER SATISFACTION IS OUR #1 PRIORITY
• High quality repair service at a fair price • Prior authorization obtained for all work done • Services provided for all insurance companies • Timely completion • Lifetime warranty on repair workmanship and refinish
(925) 522-8100
5293 Neroly Road • Oakley www.oakleycollision.com
Ed Earl Scheib AUTO PAINTING
Welcome Smog Regular & Test Only
Best Location! Best Service! Serving Our Community Since 2007! We Certify All Smogs: Regular, Test Only, Change of Ownership RVs/Motorhomes & DIESELS
VIN Verification Services available
MOBILE SERVICE - For Dent & paint Repair PICK-UP & DELIVERY - For Body & Fender Repair Call for FREE Estimate Today All Work Guaranteed
Call & Compare Before You Buy Insurance Work Welcomed
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$25 OFF
SMOG TEST
ANY TIME! No Confusing Time Restrictions.
925.779.1000
Not valid with any other offers.
No Appointment Needed!
ATM
GRAPEVINE SPECIAL
FREE CAR WASH
3720 Lone Tree Way, Antioch
(In Lone Tree Gas Station, near Raley’s) Open Mon-Fri 8am-7pm • Sat 8am-5pm
With Smog & Oil Change Combo.
W W W. W E L C O M E S M O G . C O M
Most cars. Limited time.
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AUTO
Paint Shop:
Our paint technicians have been specialty trained in the use of PPG products. They are also I-CAR certified and trained. The paint is computer mixed for each job to achieve the best possible match.
Body Shop:
Our autobody technicians are I-CAR certified and trained. We use state-of-the-art sonar measuring systems to get you the best possible pre-accident condition.
We Work With All Insurance Companies (925) 516-1969
www.vornhagenbodypaint.com 600 Harvest Park Drive, Brentwood
AWARD WINNING EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
ATTENTION BOAT OWNERS
Boat Repair Services
SMOG SERVICES
From Bow to Stern • Inboards / Outboards Mobile Service Available
Regular Smog Inspection “Test Only” Inspection Appointments Available Walk-ins Welcome
925.584.1628
Fully Insured • Over 20 Years of Experience!
shanerboatworks@gmail.com
WE NOW PROVIDE DMV REGISTRATION SERVICES Annual Registration Renewals
- License Plate Stickers & Registration
Stop For Wiper Blade Inspection & Replacement As Needed. With The Tire Pressure & Fluid Top Off.
Vehicle Title Transfers
- Buying or Selling a Used Vehicle? Let us process the transfer
Present this MGD Coupon to Receive
10.00 OFF
$
Specializing in:
Audi & Volkswagen • Audi Master Guild Technician ASE Master & Current Smog License Advanced & Strategic Diagnotics We work on all makes & models
925-516-AUDI
550 Harvest Park Drive, Suite E Brentwood
www.EastCountyEuro.com TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
SMOG INSPECTION Coupon must be presented at time of service. Not Valid with any other offer.
AWARD WINNING EAST COUNTY BUSINESS
925.516.6488
8040-C Brentwood Blvd. • Brentwood, CA 94513 (Next to Big-O Tires)
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AUTO
Keep It New Auto Service Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm W W W . K E E P I T N EW A U TO S ERVICE . C O M “Please call Linn or Ann to set-up your appointment” Linn Small - Owner
Window Regulators Interior, Exterior Electrical Radio/CD Repair • Interior Trim Heater/Blower Repair
A/C Service $45 Plus Freon R134A most vehicles
Fluid Services Available: • Coolant • Transmission • Differential • Transfer Case • Fuel Injection Service
Brake Service
139
$
As low as
Includes: Resurface Rotors, Replace Brake Pads, Clean & Lube Caliper Slides. * Most vehicles. Limited time offer.
Check Engine Light Retrieve code & advise best course of action
Timing Belts 30, 60, 90K Service Bumpers • Water Pumps • Tires Windshields • Clutch’s Original Equipment Parts Available
Buying a used car? We’ll check it out for you at No Charge.
FREE
1996 and newer vehicles only.
Get To Know Us $
23.95
Oil Change & Filter • Free Tire Rotation Brake Lining Check* * Up to 5 qts. Excludes synthetics. Limited time offer.
550 Harvest Park Dr. Ste. C, Brentwood • 925.626.7960
ALL SMOG TESTS DONE TEST ONLY STAR CERTIFIED STATION • 15 Minute Smogs • We Smog Any Size Vehicle • We Will Match Any Smog Price NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED!
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.
SAVE 20.00
$
with this ad.
Choose your ride. Drink. Drive. Go to Jail.
925.634.4090 TEST ONLY
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DINING
OPEN WEEKDAYS 11AM WEEKENDS 8AM
BURGERS • PASTA FISH • STEAK • SALADS Breakfast served Sat & Sun 8:00 am - 12:00 Noon
NEW YEARS EVE BASH!
ENJOY OUTDOOR WATERFRONT DINING
Monday, December 31 • 10:00pm Featuring DJ Gerry Roberts
Enjoy A Buffet At 10:00pm • Champagne Toast At Midnight Party Favors And Great Music All Night Long. $25 Per Person Presale • $30 At The Door
925-513-2499 Located Located at at The The Discovery Discovery Bay Bay Marina Marina www.boardwalkgrill.net www.boardwalkgrill.net
Mexican Restaurant Voted Best Restaurant in Town • Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm • Fri-Sat 11am-10pm Enjoy a Great Margarita With the Best Mexican Food Around! Our Gift Certificates, Tee Shirts & 24 oz Beer Mugs Make Great Stocking Stuffers! We Have Something For Everyone! Merry Christmas & a Joyous New Year from Everyone at Cocina Medina
925.753.1968
5005 Lone Tree Way, # A • Antioch, CA (At Lone Tree Landing • Corner of Lone Tree & Hillcrest)
Friday & Saturday Night Special Steak & Lobster $
19.95
Includes: baked potato, mixed vegetables and dinner roll. No coupon required. TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
ORWOOD RESORT N EW WI NTER HOURS:
Mon-Thur 8am-3:00pm • Fri 8am-9pm • Sat/Sun 7am-9pm
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Outdoor Patio Overlooking the Delta
925-634-2550
4451 Orwood Road • Brentwood I www.orwoodresort.com
Buy One Entrée, Get Second Entrée
50% OFF
Of equal or lesser value. Must present coupon. One coupon per table. Coupon valid Mon - Fri only. Not valid on take out orders or with Fri & Sat dinner special.
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MJ’s Downtown Cafe & Bakery
DINING
MJ’s Downtown Cafe & Bakery Good old-fashioned taste
Home of the Colossal Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Served All Day! Lunch Specials Daily
MJ’s Downtown Café & Bakery serves up breakfast and lunch with good old-fashioned taste. Everything from hearty home-style breakfasts, sandwiches and salads to homemade soups and oven fresh baked goods are prepared from scratch. They feature a homemade Colossal Cinnamon Roll and their burgers are made from fresh ground Angus Chuck. They also have several entrée salads to choose from, including fresh Shrimp or Dungeness Crab Louis. Be sure to give the Biscuits and Chocolate Gravy a try too!
• Hearty Homestyle Breakfast • Salads & Sandwiches • Homemade Soups • Oven Fresh Baked Goods
With classic comfort food on the menu and a great kids menu, there’s something for everyone at MJ’s. Stop in for great tasting family favorites that will leave you satisfied and looking forward to your next visit!
Join us: Mon - Fri 6:00am - 3:00pm
Sat - Sun 7:00am - 3:30pm
655 First St., Brentwood • 925-684-7242
MJ’s Downtown Cafe & Bakery is located at 655 First Street in Brentwood. Visit their website at www.mjsdowntowncafe. com
www.mjsdowntowncafe.com
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Buy 1 Sandwich and get
1 FREE SANDWICH* of equal or lesser value. Mon - Fri 11:00am - 3:00pm Must Present Coupon
MONDAY SPECIAL! ALL YOU CAN EAT WINGS!*
$10.99
16 different sauces to choose from. 5:00pm - 10:00pm
TUESDAY SPECIAL! 50% OFF All Drinks* for Police, Firefighters and Military Heroes plus
$2 All Draft Beer
Sandwiches • Hamburgers • Wings • Salads Wraps • Kids Corner & Much more!
925-513-8281
Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00am-1:30am • Sat & Sun 9:00am-1:30am
WE CATER!
GIFT CARDS!
Buy $100 for only $75 $75 for only $60 $50 for only $40 $25 for only $20 * Offer expires 1/15/13
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DECEMBER 15 - 31 - SANTA’S ARRIVED AT SOMERSVILLE TOWNE CENTER Santa is available for visits at Somersville Towne Center in his new Gingerbread House near Macy’s on Sunday’s, from 11:00am to 6:00pm, and Monday’s through Saturday’s, from 10am to 8pm at 2556 Somersville Road in Antioch. Santa has a gift for each visitor only until December 24th! For more information please call 925754-5230 or visit www.SomersvilleTowneCenter.com. DECEMBER 15 - BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Diablo Valley Assembly #84 International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is a non-profit service organization for girls between the ages of 8 and 20. We are having a Breakfast with Santa fundraiser on December 15th from 8:00am to 12:00pm at the Antioch-Brentwood Masonic Hall located at 521 West 2nd Street in Antioch. The cost for breakfast is: Adults $8.00; Children 3-12yrs $5.00; Pictures with Santa $5.00. Tickets can either be purchased ahead of time or at the door. Please join us for this fun holdiay event! We will also be holding a silent auction. Proceeds to benefit Diablo Valley Assembly #84 I.O.R.G. For more information or tickets please contact Denise at 925-625-0747 or email creativecropbiz@yahoo.com. DECEMBER 15 - YOGA FOR GOLFERS “Competitive golf is played mainly on a five-and-a-half-inch course...the space between your ears.”--Bobby Jones “Yoga is control of the activities of the mind” --Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras, Learn how the ancient science of Yoga can help golfers with; Flexibility, Concentration, Muscle control, Composure, Relaxation, Symmetry and Balance. $35 pre-registration, $40 at the door. Sign up at Joyful Vibrations Spa, or www.livingbodystudio.com/Golf. Workshop enrollment is limited to 12 participants. Wear comfortable loose fitting clothing, and bring a yoga mat if you have one. The workshop will be a combination of discussion and physical activities. Please bring one golf ball, and an iron. After two of our previous workshops, one of the participants shot a hole in one in their very next game. For more information call 925-360-1764. DECEMBER 16 - COOKIE LEE CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE Come to the Red Caboose, 210 Fulton Shipyard Road in Antioch for lunch, dinner or cocktail, and check out some fine Jewelry under $48 dollars. This Christmas give a nice gift to the ones you love. We have a great selection and I will pay the tax on your Cookie Lee purchase. Check it out on Sunday between 3:00pm to 6:00pm. For more information email funky382436@yahoo.com. TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
DECEMBER 15-16 - THE NUTCRACKER
The holidays would not be complete without the classic ballet The Nutcracker. Event will be held at El Campanil Theater, 602 W 2nd Street in Antioch. Bring the whole family to experience the magic of The Nutcracker. Previews at 12:00pm & 4:00pm. Family Friendly Pricing. To purchase tickets visit www.elcampaniltheatre.com or call 925-757-9500.
DECEMBER 19 - WELCOME TO MEDICARE
“Welcome to Medicare” is FREE class presented by the Contra Costa County Health Insurance Counsel and Advocacy Program(HICAP). This session will cover Medicare benefits, prescription medication coverage, Medicare Advantage plans (HMO’s), and private medicare supplemental insurance. We will also discuss how Medicare coordinates with employee retiree, veterans, union benefits and more. After this session you be able to make informed decisions on how to best addrss your health insurance coverage with Medicare. Event will be held at Liberty Adult Education Center, 929 Second Street in Brentwood. For additional information call 925-634-2565 or visit www.libertyadulted.org.
DECEMBER 29 - HOLIDAY COACHES BASEBALL CLINIC
An all-star collection of college and high school coaches and professional players will present, demonstrate and discuss successful techniques & strategies for the upcoming season. Instruction is targeted toward coaches and parents of high school, travel ball and Babe Ruth/Pony League teams. At the door registation $25. Fee includes speakers, subject packet, lunch, coffee, water, sodas, snacks. Raffle prizes and a tour of the Museum. Perfect as a holiday gift for your coach or parent. Event will be held at Antioch Historical Society Sports Legends Museum, 1500 West 4th Street in Antioch. For more information visit www.antiochsportslegends.com.
DECEMBER 31 - 2ND ANNUAL A NIGHT WITH THE KNIGHTS Hosted by Knights of Columbus Council #7467. The New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner & Dance will be held at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 500 Fairview Avenue in Brentwood. Dance to music provided by the Summerset Big Band. The event starts at 7:00pm until 1:00am. Admission is $75 per person. Dress is business formal. There is a no host bar. Proceeds will benefit the Knights’ charitable activities. For information contact Art Londos at 925-437-8082 or Tony Bustos at 925-634-7438.
DECEMBER 31 - CAP’S FUNNIEST NEW YEARS EVE PARTY EVER WITH WILLIE BARCENA & FRIENDS
The funniest New Years Eve Party ever. A full line up of comedy will keep you in stiches right up to the midnight hour. Willie Barcena fresh from his Showtime appearance, Kirk McHenry from BET’s Comic View, Larry Bubbles, Larry Brown, and Comedy’s Ultimate MC, Bob-O Phillips. This is a 3 course Prime Rib Dinner Show. Tickets are $80 per person or $150 per couple. There will also be a DJ playing downstairs after the show. Event will be held at Caps Oak Street Bar and Grill, 114 Oak Street in Brentwood. For reservations please call 925-634-1025
January JANUARY 1 - BETHEL ISLAND FROZEN BUN RUN 2013
This will be our 33rd year. Held every new years day at the Rusty Porthole Restaurant and Marina, 3893 Willow Road in Bethel Island. Food and refreshments served all day, beginning at 8:00am. For the hearty, join in the skiing. Everything furnished except the bathing suits. One of the most unique events on the delta. No admittance fee to observe. For more information please call 925-684-3607.
JANUARY 7 - JOB TRAINING AND PLACEMENT
Opportunity Junction offers a Job Training and Placement program that includes: 12 weeks of training (full-time) in computer skills and career development, followed by paid work experience and assistance in finding permanent employment in the administrative field. The Monthly Grapevine™ DELTA EDITION DECEMBER 2012
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EVENTS
We run our Job Training Program 3 times per year. You must attend an orientation session listed below to apply! Apply: Jan 7, 14, and 22 at 3102 Delta Fair Blvd in Antioch or Jan 10 at 3105 Willow Pass Road in Bay Point. MUST ARRIVE PRIOR TO 10 AM!
Bethel Island Lion’s Club
JANUARY 15 - GNS, BUSINESS PLAN WRITING COURSE
Sponsored by American Cancer Society, meets 2nd Wednesday of every month from 2:00pm - 4:00pm at Sutter Delta Medical Center, 3901 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. For more information call Kathy 925-392-8594 or Margaret 925-757-7820.
GNS, Business Plan Writing Course is an intensive and highly interactive 11 week 33 hour course that is designed for Aspiring Entrepreneurs and Existing Business Owners who want to take their business to the NEXT LEVEL! The course gives small business owners the tools they need to jump-start a business, or grow their current one both offline and online. Global NxLevel Strategies in conjunction with The Antioch Community Foundation and HUD is committed to providing an economic impact to the city of Antioch through business planning and development. With a completed plan, all Antioch Veterans will receive $95.00 back to re-invest in their business. For more information please email GlobalNxLevel@gmail.com.
JANUARY 19-20 - PIANO DUO POLYHYMNIA - MUSIC AND WINE - HUNGARIAN
Piano Duo Polyhymnia Hungary for Music and Wine (Music and Wine Series Recital). Music by Schubert, Liszt, Brahms, and Bartok. Inspired by the folk music of Hungary. Eric and Catherine Thompson perform works for Piano Solo and Piano Duet. Saturday, January 19 7:00pm, Sunday, January 20 3:00pm at 2628 St. Andrews Drive in Brentwood. Complimentary Food and Drink (non-alcoholic, as well as wine). $15/adult, $5/18 years and under. R.S.V.P. at 925-513-7156.
Ongoing Events Alternative Therapy for Chronic Pain - FREE Class
Held the 3rd Saturday of the month at 1135 2nd Street, Suite C in Brentwood from 1:00pm - 2:00pm. For more information call 925240-9839.
Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 7:00pm. For more information call 925-437-8081.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Brentwood Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support
Meets every 2nd Thursday of every month from 7:00pm - 8:30pm. For more information call 925-513-7710.
Cancer Support Group for Those Living with Cancer
Meets every Thursday of every month from 6:00pm - 7:30pm at Kaleidoscope Center, 14671 Byron Highway in Byron (behind the Byron United Methodist Church). Drop-in format. For more information call 925-634-1411 or visit www.kaleidoscopehope.org.
Discovery Bay Corvette Club
Meets the 1st Monday of every month. For more information call 925-634-0503.
Discovery Bay Garden Club
Meets the 2nd Friday of the month at 9:00am. For more information call 925-634-7221.
Delta Women’s Social Club Get Acquainted Lunch
Meets every 2nd Thursday of the month. For more information call 925-625-5970.
Food & Clothing Giveaway
Available last Saturday of the Month at 9:00am. For more information call 925-439-8989.
(a woman’s non-profit international organization) Girlfriends Unlimited invites all women 18-102 years old to:
Do you know someone living with cancer? Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection can help.
Girlfriends Wear RED and Celebrate
What is Kaleidoscope? Kaleidoscope was established to maintain generous, supportive, and abiding relationships with those isolated, suffering and living with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. We seek to pick up where conventional medicine leaves off; our primary concerns being the distinct emotional and spiritual journey that may be as or more debilitating than the physical symptoms themselves. Kaleidoscope is 100% a volunteer organization located in Byron, CA. We strive to offer support services to people in Discovery Bay, Brentwood, Byron, Oakley, Bethel Island and Knightsen. Our services are offered at no cost or obligation and include:
Girls Night Out
SAVE THE DATE!
Friday, Jan. 25th • 7pm-9:30pm Fashion Show by Dress Barn
Games • Food • Friendship • Crafts & Surprises 50 Birch Street, Brentwood
For info call Chris at 925.628.3977
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Bag of Hope - An unexpected gift bag for a person living with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses Kaleidoscope Kids Club - Children create items for the Bags of Hope and the Comfort and Joy Baskets Krockpot Brigade - A freshly prepared meal served weekly for the families of those undergoing treatment Comfort and Joy Baskets - Personalized baskets delivered to families during the holidays, filled with handmade items, gifts, home baked goodies etc. Spiritual Care - Cancer and grief support groups, Labyrinth Walks, Wellness Workshops and Spiritual Retreats If you know someone living with cancer, would like to volunteer in our organization or make a donation, please contact us.
925-634-1411 • www.kaleidoscopehope.org www.MonthlyGrapevine.com
HALO adoption at Petco in Brentwood
Adoptions available every Saturday from 12:00pm - 3:00pm. Adoptions available every Saturday and Sunday at 215 2nd Street in Oakley, from 12:00pm - 3:00pm.
Chamber Events
EVENTS
HALO HOUSE Adoptions
BRENTWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS
Healing & Intuitive Arts Spiritual Group
For more information call 925-513-5443 or email lorey@joyfulvibrations.com.
Heart to Heart Communications
Meets every Wednesday of the month at 2:00pm. For more information call 925-876-6648.
Internet Basics FREE Computer Classes
Available Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 7:30pm - 9:00pm. For more information call 925-776-1133.
Living Your Life to the Fullest With Adult ADD/ADHD Support/Book Club
Meets every 2nd Thursday at Barnes & Noble, 5709 Lone Tree Way in Antioch at 7:00pm. For more information call 925 628-2485.
Kiwanis Club of Brentwood
Meets every Friday at 8:30am. For more information call Warren 925-240-7902.
St. Anthony Columbiettes Bingo
Meets 2nd Saturday of every month at 7:00pm. For more information call 925-437-8425.
Special Kids Parent Support Group
JOIN THE CHAMBER Apply online today!
Visibility for your business, Networking opportunities, Seminars & Workshops, Discount Programs Business Referrals & More
Join The Chamber at a Mixer and Receive a Discount on First-year Dues! Thursday December 20th 5:30 – 7:30 PM
HOLIDAY MIXER SHADOW LAKES GOLF CLUB
Thursday January 17th 5:30 – 7:30 PM
JANUARY MIXER WESTMONT OF BRENTWOOD
Saturday January 26th 6:00 PM
ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER CLUB LOS MEDANOS AT TRILOGY AT THE VINEYARDS
Meets every 2nd Wednesday of each month from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. For more information call 925-516-9690.
Sutter Delta FREE Diabetes Education
Meets every Tuesday from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. For more information call 925-779-3613.
Sutter Delta FREE Healthy Hearts Class
Meets every Wednesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. For more information call 925-779-3613.
Sutter Delta FREE Stop Smoking Class
Meets every Monday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. For more information call 925-779-3613.
Sutter Delta Maternity Tours
Held every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. For more information or to register call 925-779-2955.
401 W. Country Club Drive Brentwood
450 John Muir Parkway Brentwood
Honoring Business and Citizen of the Year. For more information call 925-634-3344.
Invest In Brentwood • Shop and Do Business Locally More information visit us at www.brentwoodchamber.com, or email info@brentwoodchamber.com or call 925.634.3344
Zack’s Eclectic Book Club
Meets every 3rd Thursday at Barnes & Noble, 5709 Lone Tree Way in Antioch at 7:00pm. For more information call 925-303-9041.
Business Meetings Bereavement Support Groups
Meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 4:30pm - 6:30pm. For more information call 925-887-5678 or visit www.hospiceeastbay.org.
Bethel Island Women’s Club
Meets the 4th Thursday of the month at 7:00pm. For more information call 925-684-2278.
Bethel Island Lions Club
Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm. For more information call 925-330-4884. TO ADVERTISE CALL 925-634-0880
AARP Tax-Aide Program Free Tax Preparation Beginning January 2013 Trained tax counselors will be available in Brentwood, Antioch, & Pittsburg to assist seniors and low to moderate income taxpayers of all ages, to prepare & electronically file their state & federal tax returns. For more information please call Sally at
925-684-3505
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Brentwood Chamber Mixer
Meets 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. For more information call 925-634-3344.
Brentwood Rotary Club
Meets every Monday at 12:00pm. For more information call 925516-3400.
Brentwood Lions Club
Meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month. For more information call 925-516-7798.
Business Network International Delta Business Connexion Brentwood Chapter
Kiwanis Club of Brentwood Board Meeting
Meets every first Friday of the month at 7:30am at Mimis Café, 5705 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. For more information call Warren 925240-7902.
Delta Toastmasters Meeting
Meets every Tuesday of the month at MiMis Cafe in Antioch at 7:10am til 8:10am. Toastmasters International is a non profit organization that help members of the community become better speakers and better leaders in their personal and profession lives. For more information please contact Greg Hullen President at 707-373-6890 or Denice Stone at 925-234-6085.There are other clubs that meet different days and times. Check Toastmastersinternational.org to find a club near you.
Meetings Every Wednesday Morning at 7:00am at Shadow Lakes Golf Club, 401 West Country Club Drive in Brentwood. For more information contact Gwen O’Neill 925-777-9780.
Oakley Chamber Mixer
Byron Delta Lions Club
Relay For Life of Brentwood Team Captains
Meets 1st Friday of each month at the Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Rd, Discovery Bay, 10:00 a.m. For more information, call 925-437-2775.
Discovery Bay Chamber Mixer
Held every 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm. For more information call 925-640-5746.
Discovery Bay Lions Club
Meets every 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm. For more information call 925-354-1062.
Delta Networking Partners
Meets Tuesday’s at 8:30am. For more information call 925-596-0864.
GOD BLESS AMERICA
Held every 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30pm. For more information call 925-625-1035. Meets every 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7:00pm at Liberty High School Library, 850 2nd Street in Brentwood. For more information call Wanda at 925-513-1361.
Small Business Support & Networking Group
Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month from 5:30pm - 7:00pm at Black Bear Diner, 700 Bancroft Road in Walnut Creek. For more information email rainservices@gmail.com.
Soroptimist International of the Delta
Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm for a dinner meeting at Blue Iguana/La Fuente Restaurant, 642 First Street in Brentwood. Mission ”improving the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world”. For more information please call Treva Black at 925-628-5962.
Brentwood
Holiday on ICE The coolest place to be at the streets!
Operation Creekside Supporting Our Troops! Our mission is to send quality goods to our troops deployed. We always need product to ship and money for postage! Please consider partnering with us in supporting the troops that are providing our freedom.
Contact us TODAY to see how you can help... www.OperationCreekside.org Operation Creekside Attn: Michael Siemer P.O. Box 1758 Discovery Bay, CA 94505 925-698-1422 Make checks payable to: “Operations Creekside” EIN #27-4120860
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Open Open Nov. Nov. 17th 17th -- Jan. Jan. 21st 21st Season V Price of Admission $10.00 Skate Rental $5.00
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EXCELSIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT WINS
Sponsored by:
1st Place Jonathon Knittel
BYRON DELTA LIONS CLUB
2012
2nd Place Reese Watkins-Nelson
EVENTS
“PEACE POSTER CONTEST”
3rd Place Kayla Walsh
On November 26th, Excelsior Middle School 6th Grade Student, Jonathon Knittel, won 1st place in the local competition of the Lions International “Peace Poster Contest”, sponsored by Byron Delta Lions Club. Twelve year old Jonathon said “when countries unite, peace is made”. The Peace Poster Contest is an International competition that challenges students to explore and artistically express their thoughts about world peace. Excelsior’s Leadership teacher, Ms. Karr contracted her 6th grade students to create a poster using this year’s theme, “Imagine Peace”. Over 40 entries were submitted and judged. Second and Third place went to students Reese Watkins-Nelson and Kayla Walsh respectively.
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