recreation
Cowgirls and Indians
The Byron Delta Lions hosts its annual Cowgirls and Indians fundraiser Saturday, June 8 from 5 to 10 p.m. at DeLuna Ranch, 7540 Balfour Road in Brentwood. The event features a cowgirl fashion show ...
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Stamp collecting for beginners
The Brentwood Library, 104 Oak St., invites residents to explore a new hobby at Ralph Tatum’s presentation on stamp collecting Wednesday, May 29 from 5 to 6 p.m. Local collector Tatum will explain...
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Library heightens zombie awareness
Have you ever wondered where zombies come from? If so, celebrate Zombie Awareness Month on Wednesday, May 22 at 4 p.m. in the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. The 90-minute presentation Zombi...
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Lifeguards wanted
The City of Oakley Recreation Division is accepting applications for summer lifeguards, who will provide coverage at the Freedom High School pool during summer camp on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Lifeg...
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Summer sizzles in Discovery Bay
Although Discovery Bay hasn’t established itself as a summer destination, it might soon become one. Whether you “live where you play” in Discovery Bay or in a nearby community, the following free e...
May 12, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Swinging for meals
Meals on Wheels holds its annual golf tournament and awards dinner Saturday, May 18 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Shadow Lakes Golf Club in Brentwood. The $100 entry fee includes the 18-hole tournament...
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Brentwood named Playful City
Brentwood recently joined 217 cities and towns in the United States that earned the designation Playful City USA from the national nonprofit organization KaBOOM! The award recognizes communities fo...
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County fair tickets on sale
Tickets for the Contra Costa County Fair, held May 30 to June 2, are on sale now. Fair goers can take advantage of discounts and pre-sales by purchasing admission, carnival ride wristbands and fami...
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Rotary tees up tourney
The Rotary Club of Brentwood hosts its 20th annual golf tournament at the Shadow Lakes Golf Club in Brentwood on Monday, May 13. The event will help the Brentwood Rotary start a natural produce gle...
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Planting the seeds
Discovery Bay CSD President Ray Tetreault lent some muscle to the cause during last weekend’s Earth Day celebration at the new community center. Local officials and volunteers began building flowe...
Apr 25, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 4 4 recommendations | email to a friend
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Backyard oasis planning made easy
(BPT) - Hooray for a holiday. You’ve got the day off, you’ve sent out the backyard barbecue invite and all your nearest and dearest are coming over to eat, drink and be merry. So, what’s next? Wh...
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Expert fitness tips for a healthy, effective summer slim-down
(BPT) - While children long for the lazy carefree days of summer, many adults view the season as a reason to be active and get healthy. Whether it's to look good for an upcoming beach vacation or ...
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Time-pressed in the kitchen? Rediscover pressure cooking
(BPT) - There’s nothing like the smell of a home-cooked meal wafting through the kitchen for hours and hours – that is, if you have time to prepare such a meal. Since most of us don’t have that so...
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Healthy summer skin: tips for every age
(BPT) - As people show more skin with the summer season, it is important to get into a skincare routine that fits your lifestyle. Extended time in the sun can result in unwanted wrinkles, blemishe...
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New initiative celebrates unsung heroes of severe allergy awareness
(BPT) - Individuals at risk for anaphylaxis – a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction – know the importance of having people around them who can help with allergen avoidance, such as bringing...
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Reduce brain drain in your kids over summer
(BPT) - The second the school bell rings signaling that school’s out for summer, it seems that children immediately forget everything they’ve studied over the past nine months. When they return to...
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Five tips for lighter, brighter summer eating
(BPT) - Simple, fresh and delicious – that’s summertime eating at its best. Less time in the kitchen means more time to enjoy the bright delicious flavors of just-picked berries, peaches, greens a...
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Make warm-weather chores a breeze with these tips
(BPT) - Warm weather brings everyone outdoors - grilling on the deck, playing on the lawn and savoring beautiful gardens. To create these beautiful outdoor spaces, the experts at Lowe’s offer four...
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Simple ways to reduce excess sugar in your diet this summer
(BPT) - Warm weather offers many sweet delights, from trips to the beach and more free time, to seasonal foods and soirees with family and friends. Unfortunately, many of the foods we commonly ass...
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Five swimming pool myths that are all wet
(BPT) - It’s got all the hallmarks of a great home improvement – adds value, enhances livability and beauty, and creates a perfect gathering spot for family and friends. So why wouldn’t you add a ...
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