Grab a FREE Bang or Beard Trim at your nearest JC Penney Salon through 6/30/13. I would make an appointment if you have to travel far.
Sun Valley Mall
484 Sun Valley Mall
Concord, CA 94520
phone: (925) 687-6000
Orchard @slatten Rch
4951 Slatten Ranch Rd
Antioch, CA 94531
phone: (925) 752-9405
Solano Mall
1330 Travis Blvd
Fairfield, CA 94533
phone: (707) 422-0320
Posted in Concord
Gaze up at the sky tonight to catch a glimpse of a rare ‘super’ supermoon, the huge perigee moon that will be shining brightly over this weekend.
The super moon which will occur tonight and on June 23, will appear to be bigger than the average full moon as it will be lined up with the sun perfectly so that the moon will appear to be brighter and bigger.
The moon will be at its closes point to Earth on June 23 at 7:32 a.m. EDT but will appear just as big tonight.
This weekend’s super moon is known as a “perigee” full moon, which means that it’s orbit is closes to the center of Earth in a month. Full moons do no necessarily happen during a perigee but when it does, it means the sun, earth and moon align. Another super moon like this will not be seen until August 2014.
The perigee and full moon this month will only be an hour apart.
Sunday’s super full moon means that the moon will be 221,824 miles away from Earth. The period where the moon orbits furthest from Earth is called an apogee. In an apogee, the moon is 30,000 further away from this point.
According to NASA scientists, this weekend’s super moon will appear 14 percent larger and 30 percent brighter than a regular full moon.
The best time to view the ‘super’ super moon will be around sunset and into the evenings on June 22 and 23 bearing that the night sky is clear and void of clouds. Watch the video below to learn more about this cosmic event!
[Youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVT70Gga7sM%5D
Did you take pictures? Videos? We would love to share your pics and videos with the rest of the community so please email us at DiabloReporter@hush.com or submit your information here.
Posted in Clayton, Concord, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek
Law enforcement throughout Contra Costa County will be cracking down on drunk drivers tonight. As part of the Avoid the 25, the anti-DUI task force will deploy officers countywide to arrest drunk drivers and keep the public aware of the dangers of driving while impaired.
Tonight’s DUI Checkpoint will be held in Concord at Concord Ave & Market Street from 9:30-3:30pm. The checkpoint will be in front of the old Concord Motor Sports building near Chilli’s.
If you would like to 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.
People making plans for weekend trips and parties are encouraged to use a designated sober driver to prevent arrests or accidents. Drive safe and be responsible.
To report a checkpoints or for more information on the legalities concerning checkpoints, please visit or DUI page. If you happen to drive through the checkpoint tonight, send us your pictures or videos to diabloreporter@hush.com or submit the info here and we would be happy to share them with the rest of the community!
Posted in Concord
The City of Clayton is offering Concerts in The Grove! Free Admission! Saturday, June 22th, 2013 Diamond Dave has been entertaining Bay Area audiences for over 20 years. With sell-out crowds every year, Dave Hosley is a Clayton favorite! His ability to cover the classics of Frank Sinatra, Elvis, Justin Timberlake and even Lady Gaga and others is amazing. He is a staple in our concert series. This guy will take you back to memory lane, urging you to sing along and dance to the music we all love. Check out this cool sample of Diamond Dave below. For more information about Diamond Dave please visit his website.
Come to this great community event and join your neighbors for a remarkable night! Chairs and blankets may be set out after 4pm on concert days. Come early to get awesome seating. Bring a picnic dinner, drinks, ice chest and enjoy a fabulous night on the lawn. The city is requesting no glassware, BBQs, or “silly-string.” Walking to the park is recommended since parking is limited. Help keep our park clean & safe by cleaning up after the concert! Donations may also be sent to Concerts in The Grove, c/o City of Clayton, 6000 Heritage Trail, Clayton, CA 94517.
Posted in Clayton
Saturday is a big day for gardening classes.
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.
Organic Gardening Class: Learn how to achieve an organic garden by using natural products. We will discuss fertilizers and pests, fungus and weed controls. Find out which varieties are best suited to the area where you live, plus learn how to keep your citrus pest-free, healthy, and happy.
Class Location: Martinez
Date: Saturday, June 22
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Drought Tolerant Gardening Class: Navlet’s nursery professionals will show you how to have a water wise garden with drought tolerant plants. These fun and informative classes are free, but often fill quickly, so arrive early.
Date: Saturday, June 22
Class Location: Pleasant Hill & Danville at 10:00 a.m.
Shade Gardening Class: The amount of shade your garden receives can dramatically affect what types of plants will do well, and what you’ll need to do to ensure they’ll stay healthy and happy. Shaded gardens don’t need to be a challenge. Join Navlet’s nursery professionals in Danville for a question-and-answer session on shade gardens. You’ll learn which plants do best in partial or full shade, and how to care for them properly.
Class Location: Concord
Date: Saturday, June 22
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Click here for a complete list of classes and locations.
And if you do visit Navlet’s, don’t forget to take advantage of this coupon good for a FREE herb with any purchase!
Happy Gardening!
Posted in Concord, Martinez, Pleasant Hill
Don’t miss your opportunity to learn archery or visit Diablo Bowmen! The club is open to the public for one day only: June 22, 9am — 3pm
No prior archery experience is required. The $10 admission gets you not only basic archery lessons at the range — which is usually closed to the public — but also a lunch (hot dog, chips and a drink) at the club’s cook shack. Tour of the range and equipment are provided. The event is kid-friendly. The club will provide instructions, safety training, and shooting tips. Field archery is a very safe sport. Guests are advised to wear tennis shoes or hiking boots — not sandals — and bring sunscreen. Check out the videos below for some sneak peaks! For more information on Clayton’s Diablo Bowmen Archery Range, click here.
Here’s more info:
Archery 2013 Open House Flyer
Driving directions:
http://diablo-bowmen.org/contact/#location
Posted in Clayton
Florence Douglas Senior Center along with the Vallejo Fire Dept. & EMT/ Firefighter Tim Boothe invite you to CPR Saturday. Learn the latest techniques to save a life! Classes will be held June 22, 2013 at 9:00am. The Florence Douglass Senior Center is located at 333 Amador St. Vallejo, CA 94590. It’s free to come and register.
Also available is the Hands Only CPR App which is free to download from Itunes!
When an adult has a sudden cardiac arrest, his or her survival depends greatly on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby. Unfortunately, less than 1/3 of those people who experience a cardiac arrest at home, work or in a public location get that help. Most bystanders are worried that they might do something wrong or make things worse. That’s why the American Heart Association has simplified things.
Two steps to save a life.
If you see an adult suddenly collapse, you should perform Hands-Only CPR:
This application will teach you how to perform Hands-Only CPR through video instruction.
This application brought to you by the American Heart Association, the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of heart disease and stroke. Learn more by visiting www.HandsOnlyCPR.org.
Remember, be the best you can be by being prepared for any situation! It could save a life! How many of your friends know CPR? Organize a group so you can all learn together! Have you or someone you know ever had to perform CPR or need it? What happen? Tell us your CPR story below!!! Ah Ah Ah Ah Stayin alive!
Posted in Clayton, Concord, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek
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