For rental information contact Royal Banquet and Event Halls at (925) 732-3333 or visit www.royalbanquetbayarea.com.

For newborns – 17 year olds; Register by Dec 17 at 11 p.m.

La recolección de juguetes será el Domingo 21 de Diciembre

Puede registrarse antes del 17 de Diciembre a las 11 p.m.

Para recién nacidos hasta jóvenes de 17 años

Presented by One Day At a Time and Newberry’s B.L.O.C.K.

ANTIOCH — IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN!

Hope In Motion is back, and this year, we’re pouring even more love, purpose and community spirit into our holiday tradition! One Day at A Time is collaborating with Newberry’s B.L.O.C.K. to bring joy to kids in Antioch.

The toys collected during the successful Toy Drive and Car Show by Newberry’s B.L.O.C.K. at Lumpy’s Diner in Antioch on Sunday, Dec. 14. will be distributed this Sunday, Dec. 21. (Details below) (See more photos on the AntiochHeraldCA Facebook page. Click the View post button)

This season, we’re wrapping support around the youth and communities throughout Antioch, not just to give toys, but to offer hope, connection and a reminder that none of us are in this alone.

In times when the world feels divided, we choose unity. When resources feel scarce, we choose generosity. This event is not about what we give it’s about why we give. It’s about building a community where every child feels seen, valued, and celebrated.

WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT

To make this year’s event possible, we are calling on individuals, organizations, and businesses who believe in investing in their community:

• Donations of new or gently used toys
• Clothing, warm wear, and accessories
• Books that inspire, educate, and uplift
• Volunteers ready to serve with heart
• Business Sponsors who want to make a lasting impact

Whether it’s just support, in-kind contributions, or resources your business can provide, sponsorships help us expand our reach and multiply the joy we can deliver to local families. This is an opportunity for businesses to stand with Antioch, support our youth, and be visibly part of something meaningful.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

• Photos with Santa
• Donuts & Light Beverages
• Toy Distribution for Local Families
• A joyful, uplifting, community-centered experience
• Our mission is simple:
• No child without a gift. No family left out. No community forgotten.

Hope is more than a word — it’s action.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

You do have to register for it by filling out the form at Toy Drive Distribution. Please fill out this form by December 17th at 11pm! This is open to Antioch Residents Only! 

The toy pick-up will be on Sunday, December 21st between 2 – 5 pm at the Antioch High School Gymnasium at 700 W. 18th Street. Please make sure to bring your ID and proof of residency!

This is for newborns – 17 year olds.

For more information please contact John Mixon at (925) 339-3844 or John.mixon@odatec.org.

PORFAVOR LEA TODA LA INFORMACION DETALLADAMENTE. 

One Day at A Time está colaborando con Newberry’s Block para llevar alegría a los niños de su comunidad. Tendremos una colecta de juguetes, ¡debe registrarse! Puede registrarse completando este formulario. ¡Complete este formulario antes del 17 de Diciembre a las 11 p.m.! ¡Esto está abierto solo para residentes de Antioch!

La recolección de juguetes será el Domingo 21 de Diciembre entre las 2 y las 5 p. m. en el gimnasio de la escuela Antioch High School, 700 W. 18th Street. ¡Asegúrese de traer su identificación y comprobante de residencia!

Esto es para recién nacidos hasta jóvenes de 17 años. 

Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Athziri Martinez (925)565-2809 o athziri.martinez@odatec.org.

About One Day At a Time

One Day at a Time provides Latino youth and young adults of color with Hope, Support, Healing and Opportunity to realize their strengths, their self-worth, and their power.

Your donations, your sponsorship, your service — all of it fuels change. Together, let’s create a season filled with dignity, joy, and unforgettable memories for the families of Antioch. For more information visit www.odatec.org/.

About Newberry’s B.L.O.C.K.

Newberry’s B.L.O.C.K. is a non-profit organization providing underprivileged children the opportunity to participate in sports by sponsoring scholarships & equipment to youth programs Benefiting Leagues Offering Children Kindness. For more information call (925) 783-6050, email newberrysblock@yahoo.com or visit www.facebook.com/NewberrysBlock.

#HopeInMotion #AntiochUnited #CommunityStrong #GiveHopeNotJustGifts #OneCityOneFamily #MerryChristmas

Monica’s Riverview is located 1 I (eye) Street on the pier in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown. For menu and more information see www.visitmonicas.com.

Join former 49er Jeremy Newberry for Newberry’s B.L.O.C.K. 2025 Toy Drive & Car Show! Sunday, Dec. 14. 11am– 3pm at Lumpy’s Diner at 5891 Lone Tree Way in Antioch.

Your $25 donation or unwrapped gift for a child gets you a delicious barbecue lunch by Kinder’s BBQ and entrance to the So-Low Riderz Car Show.

If you’re unable to make it, we also accept Venmo donations @NewberrysBlock we’re a 501c3 organization 100% of your donations go toward underprivileged children. Thank you.

Newberry’s B.L.O.C.K. is a non-profit organization providing underprivileged children the opportunity to participate in sports by sponsoring scholarships and equipment to youth programs Benefiting Leagues Offering Children Kindness.

For more information call (925) 783-6050, email newberrysblock@yahoo.com or visit www.facebook.com/NewberrysBlock.

By Willow Park Mercantile

Santa Claus is Coming to Willow Park Mercantile! Join us Dec 13th 2:30pm-5pm and take a Free Selfie with Santa in our antique One-Horse Open Sleigh! We also will have on site a professional photographer offering 4×6 instant pics for only $5.

This event will be fun for the entire family.

Be sure to allow extra time to shop our Winter Wonderland!

Willow Park Mercantile is located at 205 G Street in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown.

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By Golden Hills Community Church

This Thursday, December 11, 2025, you are invited to join us for a Christmas Concert led by our High School Ministry! This will be a time of worshipping Christ and reflecting on the first Advent through Scripture reading, songs led by the High School worship team, and a brief Christmas message.

There will be s’mores and hot chocolate available too!

Golden Hills Community Church is located at 2401 Shady Willow Lane in Brentwood. For more information visit www.goldenhills.org or call (925) 516-0653.

See photos and parade winners

By Allen D. Payton

The Antioch community joined together to begin the Christmas season with the annual Holiday Delites Celebration with the parade and Christmas Tree lighting in 46-degree weather in historic, downtown Rivertown on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. The event began with a Sip & Shop with local stores open and vendor booths on G Street.

Before the Christmas Tree Lighting in Waldie Plaza, City staff handed out gifts of STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics – Kits to children while families took photos with Santa and the Grinch.

The countdown to the Christmas Tree Lighting was led by Mayor Ron Bernal who was joined by Mayor Pro Tem Louie Rocha, Councilwomen Monica Wilson and Tamisha Torres-Walker, City Clerk Michael Mandy and Parks and Recreation Director Shahad Wright.

Following the tree lighting, the Deer Valley Choir sang Christmas carols followed by the Antioch and Deer Valley High School Marching Bands who joined together to perform more Christmas carols.

See videos of the festivities on the Antioch Herald Facebook page.

The 2025 Holiday Delites Parade Winners:

BEST DECORATED – Delta Veterans Group

BEST PERFORMANCE – Step 2 This Dance & Performing Arts

MOST SPIRITED – Vega Stars Elite

Paul Schorr Memorial

Awards for top 3 in each age group

By Allen D. Payton

Join local communities, friends and family take a step for health at the 49th Annual Holiday Run & Walk for Health – a memorial to Paul Schorr – at Contra Loma Regional Park, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025.

Hosted by Kiwanis Club of the Delta-Antioch and Rotary Club of the Delta (Antioch), this cherished community event that promotes fitness and well-being was founded 49 years ago by Tom Torlakson, former Antioch Councilman, County Supervisor, State Assemblyman, State Senator and California Superintendent of Public Instruction. The event honors the legacy of Paul Schorr, a dedicated race director who passionately supported local runners as well as local Kiwanis and Rotary members, who passed away on April 12, 2023.

Participants of all ages are encouraged to lace up their shoes and enjoy a day of fun camaraderie and holiday spirit. Come be a part of this time-honored tradition.

Race Schedule:

7:30 AM – Registration Opens

9:00 AM – 1 Mile
9:35 AM – 5K Run/Walk

10:15 AM – Kid’s Dash with Santa

The event is located at Contra Loma Regional Park – 1200 Frederickson Lane, Antioch. As you enter the park, you will stop at a parking booth. Tell them you are here for the Kiwanis/Rotary Run and they will tell you were to park. The race will take place in the parking lot of the swimming lagoon.

For more details and to register for the run, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Antioch/KiwanisHolidayRun.