Tag: community

Bayfront Cleanup, 2-21-26

Saturday, 2-21- Bayfront Cleanup, 10 AM, in person (Bayfront Park).
“Tide promises to be low which will give us access to many sections of the
Pinole/Hercules waterfront. Join us at 10 am on Saturday, Feb 21, at Bayfront
Park! Keep an eye on the weather, but unless it’s raining cats and dogs, we’ll
still be out there picking up trash! Dress appropriately and be prepared to take
pride in your community!” (Friends of Pinole Creek newsletter, 1-28-26)

Holiday Tree Lighting, 12-6-25

Saturday, 12-6- Holiday Tree Lighting, 3 PM-5:30 PM, in person Fernandez Park (if raining, Senior Center). “
Join us as we spread some holiday cheer during our Holiday Tree Lighting Event on Saturday, December 6th from 3 pm-5:30 pm.

Event Activities at Fernandez Park

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Community Shop & Stroll

*If rain is expected, event will be moved to the Senior Center (2500 Charles Ave.).” (https://www.pinole.gov/event_list/holiday-tree-lighting-event/)

Fire Safety Workshop, 11-6-25

Thursday, 11-6- Home Fire Safety Workshop, 12 PM-1 PM, in person Pinole Senior Center. “

This is the first in a three-part series on staying safe before a crisis. This session will cover Home Fire Safety for Older Adults, with practical steps to protect yourself and your home. Presented by Contra Costa Fire Protection District.

This is the sixth set of workshops in a series focused on accessible living for seniors and those with disabilities made possible through a grant awarded by the AARP Community Challenge.

For more information visit: https://www.pinole.gov/pinole-accessible-living-program/

This free event is open to all—registration is encouraged to help us plan for a comfortable experience. Sign up online (https://www.pinole.gov/pinole-accessible-living-workshop-sign-up/) or at the Pinole Senior Center.

Contact: Keith Marks at KMarks@pinole.gov” (https://www.pinole.gov/event_list/safe-ready-home-fire-safety-for-older-adults/?event-date=2025-11-06%2012:00:00)

Parklet Workshop, 10-28-25

Tuesday, 10-28- Parklet Workshop, 6:30-8:30 PM, Hybrid. “

The City of Pinole Community Development Department is developing a new Ordinance for parklets and outdoor dining. Building on the success of the temporary ordinance adopted during COVID-19, the City is now working to create permanent opportunities that will support local restaurants, welcome more diners, and provide vibrant gathering spaces in the downtown area. We want to hear your thoughts – please join us in the conversation!

The workshop will be held in a hybrid format (Zoom link below). People can attend in-person at City Hall in the Council Chambers.

Zoom Link

Contact: David Hanham at dhanham@pinole.gov” (https://www.pinole.gov/event_list/parklet-outdoor-dining-workshop/?event-date=2025-10-28%2018:30:00)

United Against Hate Know Your Rights Workshop, 10-22-25

Wednesday, 10-22- United Against Hate (UAH) Know Your Rights workshop, 10 AM-12 PM, in person Contra Costa Community College. “

Stop by Contra Costa Community College for the Know Your Rights and Family Preparedness workshop and stop by our table for Contra Costa Stands United Against Hate and CA vs Hate posters!

Contact: Christy Lam-Julian at christy@lamjulianfoundation.org” (https://www.pinole.gov/event_list/united-against-hate-contra-costa-community-college-pledge-drive/?event-date=2025-10-22%2010:00:00)

Community Service Commission meeting, 10-22-25

Wednesday, 10-22- Community Service Commission meeting, 5 PM, Hybrid. You can find the agenda packet at https://pinoleca.portal.civicclerk.com/event/1089/files/agenda/984.

There is one presentation administring the oath of office to new commissioners, and a discussion of the Halloween Movie this Friday.

Under new business, there is approving the minutes of the meeting for October 23rd 2024 (pages 5-7), reviewing the community service commission bylaws (pages 8-11), discussion of a Veterans Day event, Holiday Events Update, and the Holiday Meeting Schedule.

You can join the meeting by zoom direct link here <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82770240301&gt;, entering the webinar ID 827-7024-0301 into zoom directly, or calling +1 (669) 900-6833 or +1 (253) 215-8782 or +1 (346) 248-7799, then entering the meeting ID 827-7024-0301#. Once in the meeting by phone, you can raise your hand by pressing *9, and unmute by pressing *6 once called on. You can also attend the meeting in person at Pinole City Hall, 2131 Pear St, or at UCLA Meyer Renee Luskin Conference Center 425 WESTWOOD PLAZA, LA, CA 90095.

Finance Workshop, 10-14-25

Tuesday, 10-14- Pinole City Council workshop, 5 PM, Hybrid. You can find the agenda packet at https://pinoleca.portal.civicclerk.com/event/1087/files/agenda/959 (and it’s just 18 pages this time, so a fair bit faster to read through than most packets!).

There is only one item on the agenda- the Finance Workshop. The staff report is on page 4 (noting that staff recommends 3 strategies for polling and future agenda items- a bond program for infrastructure, a parcel tax for Public Safety and/or a Special Tax for Public Safety; and that the goal of the workshop is to determine which strategies the council wants to have as future agenda items/poll), and the presentation is on pages 5-18.

You can join the meeting by zoom direct link here
<https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89335000272&gt;, entering the webinar ID
893 3500 0272 into zoom directly, or calling +1 (669) 900-6833 or +1 (253)215-8782 or +1 (346) 248-7799, then entering the meeting ID 893 3500 0272#. Once in the meeting by phone, you can raise your hand by pressing *9, and unmute by pressing *6 once called on. You can also attend the meeting in person at Pinole City Hall, 2131 Pear St.

Filipino American History Month Celebration, 10-11-25

Saturday, 10-11- Filipino American History Month Celebration, 11 AM- 1:30 PM, in person Pinole Senior Center. “Join Pinole in celebrating Filipino American History Month on Saturday, October 11 from 11:30am-1:30pm at the Senior Center. This event is open to the public with featured performances, food, and a resource fair to enjoy!” (https://www.pinole.gov/event_list/filipino-american-history-month-celebration/?event-date=2025-10-11%2011:00:00)

Halloween National Night Out, 10-7-25

Tuesday, 10-7- National Night Out, 5 PM-8PM, in person Fernandez Park. “Pinole Police Department presents HaLLOWeeN national night out 2025. Join us for our halloween-themed National Night Out! There will be games, prizes, food trucks, a costume contest and more! October 7th 2025, 5:00pm-8:00pm, Fernandez Park 595 Tennent Ave.” (https://www.pinole.gov/event_list/national-night-out/?event-date=2025-10-07%2017:00:00 , transcribed from event flyer image).