Apparently there’s a glitch in the matrix. A computer malfunction has prevented all BART trains from running. Stations are open and employees are present, however, none of the regular trains are running.
It is predicted that the lack of running BART trains will interfere with traffic and may create more congestion and a longer commute. It’s advised that you make other travel plans for getting to work if BART was your plan.
Drive safe and stay tuned for more information!
Posted in Clayton, Concord, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek
Take home a turkey at the 38th Annual Turkey Trot Run. Enter this challenging annual 8.4 mile run at Briones Regional Park on Sunday, November 24 from 9am-1pm. Start and finish at Bear Creek Staging Area, including the uphill to Briones Peak. Enter through main gate off Bear Creek Road.
Divisions include: 13 yrs. and under; 14-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49;50 and above. Winners receive turkeys. The top three finishers in each division will receive medals. NOTE: This run is not for beginning joggers; the course is hilly and entirely on trails. The Turkey Trot course map can be found here.
For further information/phone registration or to request a youth medical waiver call 925-682-0896 or email sgeorge@pleasanthillrec.com . Pre-registration closes on November 20. Race day registration begins at 7:30 am.
$20 Pre-registration; $25 Race Day. Click here to register.
Posted in Pleasant Hill
Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 28, 2013.
This list will get bigger as the day approaches so check back often!
FREE BLACK FRIDAY STUFF
► FREE Thanksgiving Guide to Cooking Turkey
► FREE Thanksgiving App for iPhone
► FREE Thanksgiving Worksheets
► FREE Kindle Book ► A Dear Little Girl’s Thanksgiving Holidays
► FREE Thanksgiving Fonts
► FREE Thanksgiving Clip Art
► FREE Kraft Thanksgiving Recipes
► FREE Thanksgiving Guide to Cooking Turkey
► FREE Martha Stewart Thanksgiving eBook
► FREE Thanksgiving Coloring Pages
► FREE Thanksgiving Turkey Cooking Advice Butterball Turkey Talk-Line 1-800-BUTTERBALL
► FREE Thanksgiving Recipes
► FREE Thanksgiving Crafts
► FREE Paula Deen Thanksgiving Holiday Cookbook
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Posted in Clayton, Concord, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek
Wanna make an incredible pie? This is the class for you! Williams & Sonoma takes a step-by-step approach to preparing beautiful crusts. We promise – it’s easy as pie to create a beautifully decorated dessert with a flaky crust. This class will cover the simple steps to making foolproof crusts and delicious fillings. In no time, you’ll be baking pies like a professional pastry chef! This class will be held November 24th & 25th at your local William & Sonoma store.
The hour-long technique classes are free and include tastings of prepared dishes. The class will be held at 10:00am and class size is limited. Participants can also enjoy 10% savings on select same-day store purchases. For more information about the classes, visit Williams & Sonoma’s website. To attend the class visit the nearest Williams & Sonoma store at 1470 Mount Diablo Blvd. Walnut Creek , CA 94596.
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Posted in Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek’s Civic Park has become a charming winter wonderland with twinkling lights, seasonal decorations, dramatic festive tent and an action packed ice rink that’s 8,000 sq ft outdoor ice skating rink. Get your groove on with a pair of ice skates at Walnut Creek on Ice.
The Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau and Walnut Creek Downtown are celebrating their 9th season in Civic Park and you’re invited to join in the fun! Skate into the 9th season of Walnut Creek on Ice during the Children’s Winter Festival is ready for the whole family.
This FREE event includes:
Ice Rink will be open November 15, 2013 – January 22, 2014. The rink is located within Civic Park, in Walnut Creek. View a map of the area.
General Admission:
The rink has made it quick easy with their drop off and pick up zones which is conveniently located on the corner of Civic Drive and Broadway. Walnut Creek also offers a FREE shuttle service seven days a week for rides around downtown Walnut Creek and to and from the Walnut Creek BART Station.
You can also catch the trolley at Broadway Plaza. While mom shops, dad can take the family to Walnut Creek on Ice! What child or adult doesn’t enjoy a trolley ride – especially when it is convenient and free. For more information on parking, click here.
~VIEW THE LIVE ICE RINK WEBCAM~
Frequent skater passes are available. Birthday party and other private rentals are available for purchase. For more information and for holiday operating hours, go to www.IceSkateWanutCreek.com or call 925-935-7669
Posted in Walnut Creek
Our readers have just notified us of a smog checkpoint going on today in Concord. The checkpoint is located on Treat Blvd & Citrus Ave near San Simeon (heading towards Concord). This checkpoint is run by California Highway Patrol. They are stopping vehicles and detaining them for up to 20 minutes to conduct an on-site smog check investigation.
If you happen to pass this, email us (diabloreporter@hush.com) pictures or video of the event and let’s get the word out so that unsuspecting driver’s are not surprised.
See our drive-thru video sent to us by “The Watcher & Coyote Joe”.
The Supreme Court has ruled the checkpoints unconstitutional; however the state can perform these checkpoints as long as they follow particular guidelines including making a public announcement with location prior the checkpoints. It also requires drivers have a way to leave the checkpoint without being forced to pass through. For more information on checkpoints and the legal issues that surrounds them, please visit our DUI Checkpoint Frequently Asked Questions Page!
We have received several emails about this incident and the public isn’t happy. What do you think? Waste of time and money? Should this be happening on the streets of Concord? For information and pictures from Concord’s last Smog point, click here.
If you would like to be updated on DUI checkpoints in Contra Costa, it’s HIGHLY recommended that you joining our email list, Facebook page, twitter feed or bookmark us and check back often! We will continue to make people of Contra Costa County aware of DUI Checkpoints, Smog Checkpoints, Saturation Patrols, and other travel related events. As far as we know, DiabloReporter.com is the ONLY site that gives out specific times and locations of checkpoints in the County.
Posted in Concord
Learn tips and tricks from the experts! Navlet’s gardening classes are free, and each covers a timely topic in the garden. So learn from the pros, meet new friends, and have some fun. Classes are held at one of Navlet’s four East Bay garden centers, located in Concord, Danville, Martinez, and Pleasant Hill. Class size is limited, however, so it’s best to call ahead and reserve your space.
Gardening Class: Winterize Your Gardens
What needs to be done in your garden after Daylight Savings Time has ended? Buzz Bertolero, the “Dirt Gardener” will cover ant controls, saving flower and vegetable seeds, frost protection, dormant spray, fertilizing, controlling next year’s unwanted vegetation now and planting seasonal color.
Class Location: Pleasant Hill Date: Saturday, November 16 Time: 2:00p.m.
Class Location: Concord Date: Saturday, N.ovember 16 Time: 10:00a.m
Click here for a complete list of classes and locations.
Happy Gardening!
Posted in Concord
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