Place flags at gravesites in Oak View Memorial Park Saturday, May 25 and attend the annual breakfast & ceremony Monday, May 27

The event will support former Center for the San Francisco 49ers and Antioch native Jeremy Newberry’s non-profit organization, Newberry’s B.L.O.C.K. which stands for Benefiting Leagues Offering Children Kindness. It provides underprivileged children the opportunity to participate in sports by sponsoring scholarships and equipment to youth programs. For more information visit www.facebook.com/NewberrysBlock.

“Mike Barbanica is a no-nonsense leader…” – Steve Glazer

ANTIOCH, CA—Local small businessman, housing expert and Antioch Councilman Mike Barbanica announced receiving the endorsement of California State Senator Steve Glazer (D-Orinda) in his race for Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors in District 5. Senator Glazer, who represents Contra Costa and Alameda Counties, is recognized for his independence and problem-solving abilities.

“Mike Barbanica is a no-nonsense leader with the skills and expertise to effectively impact the issues facing us in Contra Costa County,” said Senator Glazer. “Mike shares my belief that politics is about service and progress, and I’m confident he’ll bring a sense of civility and respect for diverging opinions that we need more of in elected office.”

“Senator Glazer is an icon of principled leadership, someone who believes in prioritizing results over rhetoric and people over politics,” said Barbanica. “That approach can help us improve our homeless, housing, and crime issues, and that will be my approach on the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors.”

Barbanica and his wife, Kristine, operate a small business, Blue Line Property Group, helping families access housing. Mike is a retired Police Lieutenant and decorated officer who served for over 20 years.

Barbanica is running for the open seat in Contra Costa’s District 5, which cover the northern portions of Contra Costa, running from Hercules to Antioch, and includes Martinez and Pittsburg.

For more information visit www.mikebarbanica.com.

11 AM – 3 PM

By Kibibi Columbus, Director of Outreach & Inreach, Grace Bible Fellowship of Antioch

Need some information on resources regarding work, education, or health? The Grace Closet Community Resource & Health Fair (CR&HF) will provide information on resources for Health Care, Mental Health, Cal Fresh, Housing, Career/Job Training, Education, Prevention, Food & Clothing. 

Come enjoy receiving a FREE Family Fun Day, Lunch, Games, Activities & Prizes for all ages at the CR&HF on Saturday, May 11th from 11 AM – 3 PM. We look forward to seeing you all at 3415 Oakley Road, Antioch. 

Special thanks to our sponsors: Grace Arms of Antioch, Grace Bible Fellowship of Antioch and the City of Antioch for awarding Grace Closet with an Enhancement Grant. 

For more information visit www.gracearmsofantioch.org/grace-closet.

Part of their Positive Pull-Up Initiative serving communities impacted by crime, blight

Community Ready Corps (CRC), based in Oakland, California, supports positive engagements with low-income families by participating in the Positive Pull-Up this weekend, which aims to promote cleaner and safer neighborhoods by finding solutions to local problems.  CRC will organize a week of community service that includes street cleanups, free food and music.  These events have been scheduled from April 27 to May 4, 2024. As they did last month in Antioch and Pittsburg, CRC will hold another neighborhood cleanup in Antioch – Saturday, May 4, from 12 – 2 PM at Peppertree Way and Sycamore Drive.

“CRC is committed to debunking the doom loop narrative. As part of our Positive Pull-Up Initiative advocating for solution-focused strategies, we have repaired broken windows in restaurants impacted by crime. We will continue to support our communities because Oakland’s legacy is about showing the world that whenever something goes wrong, our communities will pull together to fix the problem,” says Tur-Ha Ak.

He further adds, “The impacts of the pandemic have spiked crime, homelessness, and blight.  Let’s not forget food insecurities for struggling families in East and West Oakland, mostly who are Black and Brown. This Saturday, CRC is dedicating critical services and having fun while doing it.” 

Information about CRC’s Positive Pull-Up Initiative can be found on CRC’s Facebook and Instagram accounts. The group’s social media posts, showing dozens of Black community members cleaning up the streets with a large Black garbage truck (affectionately called “Big Black”), have been shared hundreds of times and inspired others to join them. It also includes CRC members providing gift cards and produce giveaways to support low-income families in Oakland.

CRC is independently funded and takes no government subsidies to provide necessary materials and equipment, such as their garbage truck, to tackle public safety concerns.

Community Ready Corps (CRC) is a Black, self-determination organization that works to build capacity in nine specific areas: Self Defense & Safety, Economics & Prosperity, Family Systems & Stability, Traditions & Ways, Technology & Efficacy, Education & Competence, Art & Media, Politics & Governance, and Health & Well Being.

Enjoy a Fun Afternoon of Wine Tasting, Shopping, Art & Live Music in Antioch’s historic downtown

Fun Outdoor Wine Tasting Event! The Rivertown Business District is hosting local Wineries in Beautiful Downtown Antioch’s Rivertown Business District with Great Music Performed by Project 4 Band!

What: 2025 Rivertown Wine Walk & Artisan Faire
When: May 11, 2024 Noon-4pm
Starting Location: 314 G Street, Antioch CA 94509

This is a Free Event to the Public to Enjoy Artisan Faire and Music, If you Wish to Participate in the Wine Walk You Must Purchase a Ticket and be At Least 21 Years of Age. Tickets are limited to 500 So We Highly Recommend You Order Yours in Advance. Tickets also sold at Willow Park Mercantile & Rivertown Treasure Chest in Downtown Antioch CA

Participating Local Wineries & Merchants:

Hannah Nicole Vineyards – Willow Park Merchants
Cline Family Cellars – Almost There Travel
Bloomfield Winery – Rivertown Treasure Chest
Campos Vineyards – Royal Banquet and Event Hall
Viano Winery – Renu Salon
Oakridge Winery – K911kitty rescue
D’Art Winery – Flying Dutchman Tattoo
Nostra Vita Winery – Rivertown Chiropractic
Michael David Winery – Antioch Chamber
Favalora Winery – Jim Lanter State Farm Insurance

*Businesses Pouring Wine from 12pm -4:00pm

Sponsored by Celebrate Antioch Foundation

Free Public Parking: 2nd & E Streets, 2nd & F Streets, 2nd & Waldie Plaza, Between 2nd & 3rd City Hall, Across the Street from City Hall, Between 2nd & 3rd, Nick Rodriquez Comm. Center, 3rd & H Streets, 3rd & I Streets.

TICKETS

$20 Available Here Online or at Participating Merchants Until Day Before Event. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/718284477207

$25 At The Door *Subject to Availability*

* Must be 21 years or older to participate in the wine tastings

* Valid ID’s required at check-in

Follow-up to March meeting

By Deborah Hicks

As a follow-up to the productive, community meeting on March 28 to discuss and prioritize community needs, a group of Antioch residents will hold a meeting to present their proposed solutions to Mayor Lamar Hernandez-Thorpe on Friday, May 17, 2024.

We have been working hard identifying and prioritizing all the feedback we collected from our first meeting.  We have compiled a list of issues, concerns and possible solutions we are ready to address with the mayor and city staff.

The meeting will be held at the Antioch Community Center in Prewett Family Park at 4703 Lone Tree Way from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

If you are a resident of Antioch, I am encouraging you to attend.

Please share the flyer with others. Thank you!

Deadline for tickets: Monday, April 29

Join in on the 73rd National Day of Prayer as prayers are offered for our nation, state, cities & communities, schools, churches, families & youth, homeless & others in need, military & veterans, first responders, hospitals & medical personnel and businesses.

Space is limited to the first 85 attendees. RSVP and purchase tickets for $32.50 which includes tax and tip, at eventbrite. No profit is being earned from the sale of tickets as all proceeds will be paid to the restaurant.