Zombie Apocalypse Course – Are you prepared?


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Imagine a viral outbreak has occurred wiping out a large majority of the local population and other major cities throughout the globe. The fatal virus is considered highly contagious and dangerous. Nicknamed the “Zombie Disease,” because those killed by the disease seem to be returning to life and prey upon the living. We are now facing a full-fledged attack. Those of us left alive must now ask ourselves, “Where do we go from here? How will we survive and support the existence of the human race?” 

Zombie Apocalypse is often used as metaphor for any major disaster or event. If you’re ready for a zombie apocalypse, chances are you are ready for anything!

REI would like to invite you to attend the Zombie Preparedness Class, where you will learn valuable survival techniques that could save your life. These same techniques could be invaluable in any natural disaster in an urban environment. The survival of humanity may depend on you. Be prepared!

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Zombie Preparedness Class will be held Wednesday Oct, 23, 2013 from 7:00 – 8:30pm at the Concord REI store.

The class is FREE and size is limited. There’s only 36 spots left! So if your interested, you may want to register early! For more information on class and register, click here.

Just for fun here are some interesting zombie flyers:

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*Note: These flyers are for entertainment purposes only & is not professional advice.

Could you survive a week-long natural disaster? Is there any zombie hunters out there that are up to the challenge? What do you think about the zombie attraction sweeping the nation? Are you ready for new episodes of The Walking Dead? Zombies – Love em or hate em?

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Food Preservation Class: Home Canning – Update


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.

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Gardening Class: Home Canning
Learn the basics of home canning, so you can enjoy homegrown fruits and vegetables long after the harvest season ends.

Class Location: Concord, Pleasant Hill, Martinez & Danville
Date: Saturday, Sept 9
Time: 10:00 a.m.

Click here for a complete list of classes and locations.

Happy Gardening!

Donate Blood & Recieve a Free Haircut!


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The American Red Cross and Sport Clips Haircuts are teaming up to show that “Saving Lives Never Looked So Good!”

The “Saving Lives Never Looked So Good” promotion will be offered at select blood drives and blood donation centers during the month of September. The promotion will provide a coupon for a FREE haircut to presenting blood and platelet donors at select blood drives and blood donation centers September 1 through September 30, 2013.

Be sure to make your appointment to give blood at one of the participating locations, and remember – you’ve never looked so good!

Click here to find a participating Sport Clips near you. Click here to find a Red Cross blood drive and blood donation center near you!

If you don’t want to give blood, Sports Clips also offers coupons for FREE MVP HAIRCUTS for new clients. It’s a $24 value FREE! Check online for coupons, Valpak coupon booklet or call and ask. They always have at least a $5 off coupon they aren’t just for men, they work with women too!

I HIGHLY recommend Laura from Clayton Valley Sports Clips! She’s wonderful and will listen to your wants and needs. She is fun and friendly, giving a precision haircut. I can’t say enough good stuff about Laura! She’s just got a great spirit and is a pleasure to be around.

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The MVP treatment is a must! After an awesome cut you will experience an invigorating scalp massage with Tea Tree shampoo, a classic barbershop-style hot steamed towel treatment full scalp massage plus your seated in a full adjustable heated, massage chair. Your MVP treatment will end with any amazing neck and shoulder massage. You’ll leave feeling like a new man (or woman)  – and it only takes 20 minutes.

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Free Cast Iron Cooking Class – This Sunday


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Fall is just around the corner, so it’s a great time to perfect your cast-iron cooking skills. Designed to retain heat, cast-iron cookware is ideal for preparing slow-cooked one-pot meals. You’ll learn how to make some delicious recipes and how to properly care for this specialty cookware.

This class will be held Sunday September 8, 2013 at 10am. 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.

Free Sail Boat Ride Day – Explore the Bay


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Come out and enjoy almost-monthly free sail boat rides with Cal Sailing Club – a non-profit, volunteer-run sailing club on the Berkeley Marina.

At this Open House get a free introductory sail and get a fun first-hand experience on a sailboat in the San Francisco Bay. Open House will be held Sunday, September 8th, 2013

  • Sign up in front of the clubhouse between 1 – 4 pm.
  • Bring a strap for eyeglasses or sunglasses, and a change of clothes in case you get soaked.
  • The Cal Sailing Club is located in the Berkeley Marina between Cal Adventures and Adventure Playground.
Upcoming Free Sailboat Ride Days:
    • Sun 9/8 Free Sailboat Ride Day: Cal Sailing Club | Berkeley
    • Sun 10/6 Free Sailboat Ride Day: Cal Sailing Club | Berkeley
    • Sun 11/24 Free Sailboat Ride Day: Cal Sailing Club | Berkeley

The cost is FREE. For more information visit http://www.cal-sailing.org (the California Sailing Club website).

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Grandparents Day Freebies 2013


Grandparent’s Day is Sunday, September 8, 2013.

Treat your grandparents to some FREE Stuff!

♦ SEPTEMBER 2-8 ► FREE Grandparent’s Day Letter Writing at Pottery Barn Kids 

♦ FREE MAGAZINE ► GRAND for Grandparents

♦ FREE Grandparent’s Day Worksheets

♦ FREE Grandparent’s Day Coloring Sheets

♦ FREE iPhone APP ► Grandparenting is Greaticon

Check back to see what new FREE Grandparents Day Stuff is added as the special day draws near!

Emergency Preparedness Classes – Starting Sept 7th


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The City of Concord, in conjunction with the County Office of Emergency Services, is sponsoring Emergency Preparedness classes for residents of the community.

CERT training promotes a partnering effort between emergency services and the people that they serve. The goal is for emergency personnel to train members of neighborhoods, community organizations, or workplaces in basic response skills. CERT members are then integrated into the emergency response capability for their area.

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Basic CERT Training, as established by federal standards, includes the following (presented in a 20-hour program over 6 weeks):

  • CERT Introduction
  • Disaster Preparedness
  • Fire Safety
  • Disaster Medical Operations (Triage and Treatment of Life-Threatening Injuries)
  • Disaster Medical Operations (Assessment, Treatment, and Hygiene)
  • Light Search and Rescue
  • Team Organization
  • Disaster Psychology
  • Terrorism and CERT
  • Final Exercise

Training Dates:

Saturdays – Sept 7 – 21, 2013 Concord CERT

Tuesdays – Sept 24 – October 30th, 2013 by Concord CERT

Thursdays – Sept 12 – October 17th, 2013 by Pleasant Hill CERT

Thursdays – Sept 12 – October 17th, 2013 by Lamorinda CERT

Upon completion, all participants received a backpack containing a helmet, safety goggles, tools, a blanket, a first-aid kit and flashlight. To register, click on the CERT location above. Spots fill up fast, so if your interested register asap.

For more information about CERT, please check out the CERT Brochure,  visit www.contracostacert.org  or call the Concord CERT Hotline at 925-603-5933.

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