Where were you in ’62?

Watch the classic film American Graffiti at Antioch’s historic, El Campanil Theatre and after enjoy the “Downtown Rivertown Antioch Classic Car Cruise.” So, put on your poodle skirt and sweater, or black leather jacket, slick back your hair and come on down to Rivertown this Sunday, September 10.

Movie Time: 2:00 pm

Price: Adults: $8 Seniors and Students: $7 Tickets Are Selling Fast

Bring your car. Meet the Pharoahs Car Club.

Parking lot security provided by Strategic Threat Management.

Walk around, visit the shops and watch…or join in the Downtown Rivertown Antioch Classic Car Cruise.

Cruise: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Please respect traffic rules. Downtown Rivertown shops will be open. (The route will be determined by the car in front of you).

Get your tickets at the Box Office next door to El Campanil Theatre, 602 W Second Street, Antioch or call (925) 757-9500 or purchase them online at www.ElCampaniltheatre.com.

Have lunch or can end your ride and have dinner at Original Mels Diner on Lone Tree Way, like the one featured in the movie.

James Garner’s Tribute to Johnny Cash with the Tennessee Three

Saturday September 9, 2017  8:00 pm

For the past 10 years, Garner and his band have faithfully recreated Cash’s biggest hits with stunning accuracy in this not-to-be-missed musical event. From a special concert airing on PBS to shows at Folsom and San Quentin Prisons, it’s easy to see why this is the premier tribute to the “Man in Black.” The show is a fun, toe-tapping trip down memory lane honoring Johnny Cash’s life and music, and the boom-chicka-boom sound of his longtime backing band, the Tennessee Three.

All Ages

Tickets: ​Adults: $27    Seniors: (62 & Over):  $25   Youth: (under 18): $10

For tickets or more information visit https://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/cash-tribute-show.html or call the box office at (925) 757-9500.

El Campanil Theatre is located at 602 W. 2nd Street in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown.

 

Features rare war images available for purchase; benefits local non-profit

By Allen Payton

The East County Veterans have opened a new store, today, Monday, August 14, 2017 in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown. It’s named the Second Chance Family Store and their first customer was Mike Gilmore, a Vietnam veteran who served in the Army.

Located at 520 W. 2nd Street, the store offers clothes, shoes, military hats, housewares, home décor, artwork for sale to support the organization’s efforts serving veterans in Antioch and East County.

Josie Monaghan, the director of the organization and manager of both the new store and their Thrift Store next door, was excited to have the store open.

Before the store opened it hosted the first annual Iraq and Afghanistan Photo Art Gallery Sale, entitled “Warrior Images”, presented by Joey Garcia, a local combat veteran Marine and Monaghan’s son, on Sunday August 6.

The rare photos and images, taken by Garcia and many other veterans from operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, were and are for sale. All proceeds benefit East County Veterans Support Services, which is a local non-profit organization run by Josie Monaghan, who has been helping veterans for years.

The idea behind the art show was not only to raise money with veterans in need, but to inspire people with images captured overseas. Images like yours and mine that have been hidden away for years in my garage collecting dust.

“The photos serve many purposes, including to remind us of loved ones living or gone, who also served in previous conflicts of war, to enjoy as art in your home or to remind us of the voices of those veterans who sacrificed all, and are no longer with us,” said Garcia.

The event was catered by Big Don’s BBQ and featured a live performance by Antioch’s own Ben Benkert, plus music by DJ Christina Amato of CC entertainment.

Stop in the store today to see the photos and the many other items available for purchase. East County Veterans Support Services is a tax exempt non-profit 501c3 organization. For more information call (925) 206-4976 or email warmemories@yahoo.com. You can also “Like” them on Facebook.

James Clark and the Jailhouse Rockers

California’s Premiere Elvis Tribute Band

Carrying on the Legacy of the King

Saturday, August 19 8:00 pm

James Clark is a Nationally Acclaimed Elvis Tribute Artist, rated top 10 in Las Vegas King of Kings. He has performed with Elvis’ legendary Jordanaires, Laughlin, Nevada. Presently Headlining Casino’s. The Band has had the privilege to open for such acts as Mark Lindsay, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Steppen Wolf, The Drifters, Juice Newton and Jerry Lee Lewis.

James Clark & The Jail House Rockers, is California’s premiere Elvis tribute band.

Certain to bring back your Fondest Memories of Elvis. This is a high energy show, lasting two full hours with spectacular suits, and award-winning vocals performed by James Clark from 1968 to the late 1970’s. A Very Classy portrayal of Elvis Presley and his band.

All Ages. Reserved Seating ~ Tickets:

https://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/james-clark.html

Adults: $27   Seniors (62 & Over): $25   Youth: (under 18): $10

The Vagabond Players present – A Bench In The Sun

Sunday August 27, 2017  2:00 pm

A Bench In The Sun by Ron Clarke

Two old fogies spend their days bickering on a bench in the courtyard of their retirement home. Burt is a sloppy, crusty former accountant; Harold is a dapper dandy with failed marriages and businesses. They suddenly have something new to argue about when faded Hollywood starlet—who the men admired in their younger days—takes up residency. Her flirtatious antics begin a competition between the friends as they vie for her attention. Hilarious antics abound.

MEET THE CAST: Rita Hamlin, Barry Hunau & Ron  Craven

All Ages

Tickets:  Adults: $15   Seniors (62& Over): $13  Youth (17 & Under): $10

https://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/Bench-in-the-sun.html

​James Garner’s Tribute to Johnny Cash with the Tennessee Three

Saturday September 9, 2017  8:00 pm

For the past 10 years, Garner and his band have faithfully recreated Cash’s biggest hits with stunning accuracy in this not-to-be-missed musical event. From a special concert airing on PBS to shows at Folsom and San Quentin Prisons, it’s easy to see why this is the premier tribute to the “Man in Black.” The show is a fun, toe-tapping trip down memory lane honoring Johnny Cash’s life and music, and the boom-chicka-boom sound of his longtime backing band, the Tennessee Three.

All Ages

Tickets: ​Adults: $27    Seniors: (62 & Over):  $25   Youth: (under 18): $10

https://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/cash-tribute-show.html

El Campanil Theatre is located at 602 W. 2nd Street in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown.

The crew filming another Lifetime movie in Antioch, next week has selected some of their extras. But, they may need more.

Those interested are asked to email Kris Wynn at wynne.kristopher@gmail.com and Lindsay Rappaport at lindsayrappaport1@gmail.com  Please include what days and times would be best for your schedule. For those under 18 years of age need to include a work permit.

WARDROBE: Please bring several clothing options. No black, white, stripes or logos. Please dress appropriately if you are one of the students or parents in the school scenes, versus the patrons in the bar and movie scenes.

MONDAY 7/24 

10-15 student types (18-25 years old) 7:45 AM

10-15 adults 1:30 PM

TUESDAY 7/25  

10-15 student types (ages 18-25) 7:45 AM

10-15 adults 3:45 PM

WEDNESDAY 7/26 

20 people over 21 years old – 3:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 7/26 

10-15 people of all ages at 8:30 PM

The Southern Cafe in Antioch proudly presents Michael Henderson, live in concert, Saturday, August 12. Henderson is an American bass guitarist and vocalist best known for his bass playing with Miles Davis in the early 1970s, on early fusion albums, as well as a series of R&B/soul hits.

He will be singing and performing classic songs like “You are My Starship,” “At The Concert,” “Take Me, I’m Yours,” “Be My Girl,” “Valentine Love” and so many more. You don’t want to miss this show in such a very intimate setting.

Saturday, August 12, 2017 / Two Shows: 7:00 pm & 9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:00 pm

The Southern Cafe is located at 400 G Street in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown.

Tickets: $30.00, Preferred seating $40.00 & VIP Seating $60.00

Two item minimum per person (drinks or drink and food).

PURCHASE TICKETS: southerncafemichaelhenderson.eventbrite.com, (510) 708-2013 or email prbellsoutherncafe@gmail.com.