Enjoy cool jazz, bebop, Latin rhythms, Broadway hits and patriotic favorites
By El Campanil Theatre
Let’s fill our house with a FREE evening of Jazz with the USAF Band of the Golden West – The Commanders Jazz Ensemble on Mon. Sept 21st at 7:30 pm.
The Commanders Jazz Ensemble swings through the Bay!
Join us for four special performances in the Bay Area and beyond, sharing big band classics, brand new originals, and favorite songs you’ve never heard quite like this.
Source: USAF Band of the Golden West
The Band shared, “Enjoy a free Antioch performance of cool jazz, bebop, Latin rhythms, Broadway hits and patriotic favorites. The performance is FREE and open to the public! For more information visit www.afbandconcerts.com. We’ll see you there!”
Check the map above for the meeting location. We hope to see you there!
Another Neighborhood Watch Community Meeting will be held this Thursday, Sept. 10. See details here.
About Antioch Neighborhood Watch
The City of Antioch’s Neighborhood Watch is part of the Antioch Police Department’s Crime Prevention programs.
Neighborhood Watch is a crime prevention program which enlists the active participation of citizens in cooperation with law enforcement to reduce crime in their communities.
Neighbors working together for mutual assistance.
Recognizing suspicious activities or people in your area.
Implementation of crime prevention such as home security, night patrols, etc.
Report code violations, unsafe street conditions, or other issues that degrade the quality of life in your area.
Keep your block clean and free of graffiti
Provide a safe environment for you, your children, and/or your pets.
Become a Neighborhood Watch Block Captain. Learn the roles and responsibilities by visiting Block-Captain.
The Antioch Council of Teens is collecting gently used coats during their 5th Annual Coat Drive from Sept. 1 through Nov. 3, 2026. Gloves, scarves and boots are also accepted.
Donation Locations:
• Community Resources Department inside the Antioch Community Center at Prewett Community Park – 4703 Lone Tree Way, Antioch
Screenshot of protest march announcement on Antioch resident Mary Lutz’s Facebook page on Sept. 1, 2026 (left), and a poster to the right of the theater’s entrance on Saturday, Sept. 5th. Photo by Allen D. Payton
From El Campanil Theatre to City Hall
Theatre board still raising funds despite Sept. 29th close of escrow
By Allen D. Payton
As previously reported, in a comment on the Antioch Herald Facebook page Tuesday night, following the community meeting at the El Campanil Theatre, Rivertown business owner Mike Gabrielson announced a “friendly protest” and “March to City Hall” before the Council meeting Tuesday night, Sept. 8, 2026, over the sale of the theater building to a church. (See related articles here, here, and here)
That same night, Antioch resident Mary Lutz also issued an invite to the protest march on her Facebook page. She wrote, “Rant that it’s coming to this. Rave that we have a great Antioch that wants to keep the arts alive.
“There will be a friendly protest Save Our Stage Tuesday Sept 8th 6pm in front of El Campanil Theatre and then a March to City Hall to Ask the City to step in and Save our El Campanil Theatre. Show Up if you would like to support the El Campanil Theatre Tuesday 8th 6pm!”
The poster to the left of the entrance of the El Campanil Theatre and marquee with messages attempting to prevent the sale and still raise funds on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. Photos by Allen D. Payton
The march will be about two blocks long as the theater is located at 602 W. 2nd Street and City Hall is located at 200 H Street in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown.
The Council meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. with a light agenda of only four items of significance to discuss. But there is nothing on the agenda to discuss the sale of the El Campanil Theatre to the dismay of some residents. (See related article)
Screenshots show fundraising efforts continue on the theater’s Home and Donation pages of the website on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026.
Theater Still Operating, Raising Funds
The theater is now displaying new colorful posters out front that read, “Save the Arts in Antioch! and “Keep Arts Alive! in Antioch”. The theater is also promoting an Oct. 17th concert on their Facebook page which is more than two weeks after the Sept. 29th close of escrow.
Even though Board President Sharon Sobel Idul stated and reiterated, “if the sale closes, the Foundation would cease operating El Campanil Theatre,” a message on the marquee reads, “Break a Leg Not Hearts Keep the Arts Alive Donate Now!” Plus, the website is still accepting donations with the message, “Save Our Stage” at the top of the Home page and the Donate page offers options of “One-Time, monthly on the 2nd, every 3 months on the 1st, and yearly on October 1st.”
Live Music, Line Dancing, Beer & Wine Garden, Artisan Vendors, Food & Kid Zone
Plus, 6th Annual Delta Rotary Cornhole Tournament
By Celebrate Antioch Foundation
Celebrate Antioch Foundation proudly presents one of our signature events, The Boots & BBQ Festival, Saturday, Sept. 26 from 11 AM to 6 PM. Grab your boots, bring your family and friends, and join us for a day you won’t forget in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown!
Spend the day with us enjoying the Amateur BBQ Cook-Off Competition and Cornhole Tournament while relaxing to the live music featuring the sounds of Houston Ave and Burke.
Select from a variety of local Rivertown Restaurants and BBQ Food Trucks and unwind under our shaded Beer and Wine Garden. There will be a family-friendly Kid Zone with a special guest providing Line Dancing Instruction.
Browse unique creations from our artisan vendors, sip your favorite beer or wine, and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment and fun.
Amateur BBQ Cook-Off Competition
Are people always telling you your ribs are the BEST around? Or maybe you are are looking to take your BBQ skills to the next level. Cook up some of your best chicken and ribs and participate in Boot & BBQ Backyard BBQ Competition! Our Boots & BBQ Amateur Backyard BBQ Cook-off Competition on Saturday Sept 26th, 2026, in Antioch’s Rivertown Business District. This amateur contest is intended for the local backyard BBQ enthusiasts, those whose friends and family tell them they create fantastic ribs and chicken at home. Participants can register as a group or as an individual and the cost to enter the contest is $100. The winners will receive a trophy, a cash prize and ultimate bragging rights!
Prizes include Grand Champion Winner $500 & Trophy; 1st Place Chicken & Rib Winner $300 & Trophy; 2nd Place Chicken & Rib Winner $150 & Trophy; 3rd Place Chicken & Rib Winner $75 & Trophy; and, of course, ultimate bragging rights!
6th Annual Cornhole Tournament
This year’s event will feature the Rotary Club of the Delta’s 6th Annual Corn Hole Tournament. The $100 Cornhole Entry Fee is for a Team of 2 People! Divisions will be determined during a Round Robin Style of play that will place you in the backyard or competitive division for the single elimination bracket play.
Your donation will help us to continue to support our local youth programs, senior citizens, veterans and community projects.
Come out and have some good, old-fashioned fun with family and friends.
Location
The Festival will be located in Antioch’s historic downtown with the bands playing in Waldie Plaza near the waterfront. Mark your calendars, grab your boots and hats, and meet us in Rivertown! See y’all there!
Thank you to our sponsors: ALMOST THERE TRAVEL • ANTIOCH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION • ANTIOCH HERALD • ANTIOCH ROTARY CLUB • CATHOLIC FUNERAL & CEMETARY SERVICES • CITY OF ANTIOCH • DELTA VIEW PRODUCTIONS • EAST BAY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION • FLYING DUTCHMAN TATTOO • JIM LANTER STATE FARM • WILLOW PARK MERCANTILE • REPUBLIC SERVICES
For more information about Celebrate Antioch Foundation visit our website at www.celebrateantioch.org.
With great success and back by popular demand, the brightest and loudest day of the year is here. The City of Antioch Recreation Department will host its 7th Annual Big Truck Day – a day that gives families and kids of all ages an opportunity to learn more about local companies and the large vehicles they use to keep our community safe and green. Enjoy food truck options brought to you by Foodie Crew, while you explore fire engines, school buses, tractors, and many more vehicles that help our city function.
Photos: City of Antioch
Explore BIG TRUCKS while learning more about our local organizations and companies behind them. Plus, enjoy delicious food truck options from Foodie Crew while you take in all the BIG excitement!
Thursday, September 17th
4:00pm – 8:00pm
Join us at the Antioch Community Center in Prewett Community Park | 4703 Lone Tree Way
Bring the whole family for a BIG day of learning, fun, and community connection!
If your company wishes to register vehicles or large equipment for this event: Fill out the Big Truck Day Application (PDF) and send completed applications via email to La’Nae Jackson.
On Friday, September 18, the Antioch Police Activities League Board of Directors will host a fundraiser at Dutch Bros at 3280 Hillcrest Avenue. They will donate $1 from every drink purchased when customers mention Antioch PAL to support activities for Antioch youth.
Please stop by, purchase a drink and help us spread the word by sharing the attached flyer with your friends, colleagues and community networks. Every drink helps Antioch PAL continue supporting local youth through athletic and enrichment programs.
One drink. One dollar. All for Antioch youth.
Mark your calendars and thank you for helping us make this day count!
