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Antioch commemorates Memorial Day at annual ceremony, Monday

Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
Military veterans of the color guard raise the U.S. and P.O.W. flags during the annual Antioch Memorial Day ceremony at Oak View Memorial Park, Monday, May 25, 2015

The color guard of local military veterans raise the U.S. and P.O.W. flags to half mast during the annual Antioch Memorial Day ceremony at Oak View Memorial Park, Monday, May 25, 2015

 

Pastor Larry Adams of Golden Hills Community Church offers the opening prayer.

Pastor Larry Adams of Golden Hills Community Church offers the opening prayer as Remy Goldsmith of Congressman Mark DeSaulnier’s office, Congressman Jerry McNerney, Assemblyman Jim Frazier, Antioch Mayor Wade Harper, special guest speaker Clark Strickland and Master of Ceremonies J.R.Wilson, Presdent of the Delta Veteran’s Group, bow their heads at the Antioch Memorial Day ceremony, Monday, May 25.

Spencer Green of the Boy Scouts Troop 450 leads the Pledge of Allegiance.

Spencer Green of the Boy Scouts Troop 450 leads the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

The Deer Valley High School band plays the anthems of each branch of the military, as veterans in the audience are honored.

The Deer Valley High School band plays the anthems of each branch of the military, as veterans in the audience are honored.

Dennis and Renee Souza and others stand during the recognition of military veterans.

Dennis and Renee Souza and others stand during the recognition of military veterans.

World War II Navy veteran Clark Strickland inspires the audience.

World War II Navy veteran Clark Strickland inspires the audience during his speech.

 

Mayor Wade Harper and Commander Henri Veilleux of the VFW Post place the wreath at the Memorial Day ceremony.

Mayor Wade Harper and Commander Henri Veilleux of the Antioch VFW Post place the wreath at the Memorial Day ceremony.

Jean Espinosa of Boy Scout Troop 450 plays Taps to close out the ceremony.

Jean Espinosa of Boy Scout Troop 450 plays Taps to close out the ceremony.

 

 

 

 

Antioch to commemorate Memorial Day at Oak View Memorial Park on Monday

Saturday, May 23rd, 2015

Memorial Day celebration

Red Men to hold community breakfast to benefit Alzheimer’s research, Sunday morning

Saturday, May 16th, 2015

The Improved Order of Red Men Erie Tribe 281 invites you to attend their bi-monthly community fundraiser breakfast, Sunday, May 17 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. They have the breakfast fundraisers each month on the fist and third Sundays.

They serve a two-egg breakfast with all the fixins’ including bacon, sausage, choice of pancakes, waffle, french toast or biscuits and gravy. Or you may choose “Big Daddy’s Breakfast Sandwich – two eggs, bacon, sausage, cheese, hash browns. on either regular toast or Texas toast. If you’re really hungry have it smothered in country gravy. Yum!

Cost is a $6.00 per person. Children’s plates are $5.00. Proceeds benefit Alzheimer’s research, the blind, and other needs in the community. Come down and join them for breakfast and chat it up with some really nice people.

The breakfasts are held at the Red Man and Pocahontas Hall, 1403 Main Street in Oakley.

Antioch American Legion to honor outgoing State Commander, first female to hold position, Saturday, June 6

Wednesday, May 13th, 2015

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Keller Williams Realty East County to hold annual fundraiser at Delta Bowl, Thursday

Tuesday, May 12th, 2015

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Walk-a-thon in Antioch on May 23 to benefit research for rare EB disease

Monday, May 11th, 2015

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Register for Supervisor Federal Glover’s 2015 Youth Summit, Saturday

Wednesday, May 6th, 2015

2015 Youth SummitContra Costa County Supervisor Federal Glover’s Youth Summit is this Saturday, May 9th at Pittsburg High School in Pittsburg from 8-4.

Join KMEL Lady Ray and our keynote Speaker Shaun Derik for an amazing day. Workshops will be offered to help the youth find jobs, improving relationships, CPR, leadership, making a difference, having a healthier lifestyle, and video/photography skills are also available. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided, along with airbrush tattoos and manicures. Come see the latest Dance Offs as all Middle through high school students are welcome. You may qualify to receive an All summer Tri DeltaTransit bus pass by just showing up. Again, It’s all FREE. Visit D5YouthSummit.com for more information!

Glover represents District 5 on the Board of Supervisors, which includes a portion of Antioch.

Antioch Chamber to host 2015 State of the City May 29

Wednesday, May 6th, 2015

State of the City 2015

Join members of the Antioch Chamber of Commerce for the 2015 Antioch State of the City Luncheon

Scheduled for Friday, May 29th from 12pm – 2:00pm at the Antioch Community Center, the featured speaker Antioch’s Mayor Wade Harper, joined by Antioch Police Chief Allan Cantando and City Manager Steve Duran, who will share an informative presentation highlighting the exciting projects reaching fruition in our City.

This year, Mayor Harper is expected to share his vision regarding the many issues facing Antioch, potential solutions and the economic forecast for the rapidly changing face of Antioch’s local economy, and economic development.

Seating is limited and reservations are required. Food will be provided for all attendees. The price is $25 to RSVP. This event sells out quickly so RSVP early to guarantee your seat. Sponsorship opportunities are available, please contact the chamber to express your interest.

Title Sponsorship – $2500

Includes: 2 tables seating 8 per table, company logo in the program, sponsorship mention, and a promotional speaking opportunity at the event.

City Supporter Sponsorship – $1000

Includes: 1 table seating of 8, logo in the program and a sponsorship mention at the event.

Please contact the Antioch Chamber at (925) 757-1800 to express your interest or register online by clicking here.