PCT: The Wizard of Oz – Oct. 6-15, 2017.
Event The Wizard of Oz Dates/Times October 6 @8pm, October 7 @8pm, October 8 @2pm October 13 @8pm, October 14 @2pm, & 8pm, October 15 @2pm Description When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and en route they meet a Scarecrow that needs a brain, a Tin Man missing a heart, and a Cowardly Lion who wants courage. The wizard asks the group to bring him the broom of the Wicked Witch of the West to earn his help. Along the way, Dorothy learns that “There’s no place like home!” A delightful musical for the young and young at heart! Location California Theatre 351 Railroad Ave Old Town Pittsburg Tickets $16-$25 Online Tickets http://www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com Contact California Theatre Phone (925) 427-1611 Email info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com
Music: Rainn Sciryl – Classic Hip Hop and R&B Concert. Sept 9, 2017. 8pm
Event Rainn Sciryl: Classic Hip Hop and R&B Concert Dates/Times September 9, 2017 @ 8PM Description Join Rainn Sciryl and friends for an evening of live Hip Hop, R&B, and Spoken Word Poetry immediately following the Pittsburg Seafood Festival on Saturday, September 9th, at the California Theater in downtown Pittsburg. Show starts at 8pm! About the artist: Rainn Sciryl is a self-published independent Writer and Hip Hop Artist from the San Francisco Bay Area, raised in Richmond, CA. Since the age of ten, Sciryl has been writing stories reflective of her own life and perspective, and those of the people around her; her debut Project entitled “Not Gon Let’choo Go”, featuring singles “I’m Oprah Winfrey”, “I’m Free” and “Prayin’ to the Gods” is available on Apple Music, iTunes, Spotify and Google Play, as well as various music store locations in the Bay Area, and Los Angeles area. Location California Theatre 351 Railroad Ave Old Town Pittsburg Tickets $15-$20 Online Tickets http://www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com Contact California Theatre Phone (925) 427-1611 Email info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com
21st Annual Zinfandel Championship Dinner – Thurs, August 24, 2017, 6pm
One of Pittsburg’s best kept secrets returns for another year! For the last 20 years the California Zinfandel Championship Dinner has celebrated the winners of the California Zinfandel competition held in Pittsburg. Wineries from throughout the state of California submit their best Zinfandels to the competition which is judged by industry experts. The winners of the competition are announced at the Championship Dinner. Dinner: Four Course Italian Inspired Dinner – catered by Scotts of Walnut Creek Dinner includes a sample of each of the three double-gold winning wines. No host wine bar & reception at 6pm Dinner at 7pm Tickets: $100/person. Table of 10/$1,000 Location: Plaza Marina Green Pittsburg Marina 51 Marina Blvd. Pittsburg, CA 94565 Reservations and Information: Contact Rose Mary Tumbaga: 925-252-6981 or visit pittsburgfoundation.org The California Zinfandel Championship Dinner is a fundraiser for Pittsburg Arts & Community Foundation (PACF). Tax ID #80-0327724
Jazz, Blues and Funk Fest: August 26, 2017. 11am – 8pm
Jazz, Blues and Funk Fest Time: 11am – 8pm Date: Saturday, August 26, 2017 Music Lakeside Christone “Kingfish” Ingram Sonny “The Blues Man” Green Leo Vigil & the Rockin Horns Terrence Brewer Tickets Advance Tickets available at Railroad Book Depot, 650 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, CA. General Seating Area (bring your own chair) – FREE VIP Tent (reserved seating) – $15, includes 1 drink ticket and hors d’oeuvres at 3pm. Info Call: 925-252-4842
Jazz and Blues: Tuesdays, July & August, 2017. 6pm
Summer Jazz and Blues TIME: 6pm – 8pm Jazz July 11 – Shawn Raiford July 18 – Parker Grant July 25 – JuSusan & My Company Blues August 8 – Tamsen Donner August 15 – Rhythm Lords August 22 – Bobby Young Project Info: Pittsburg Marina, 51 Marina Blvd. Questions: 925-252-4842 (musicians and details subject to change)
Movies in the Park, Summer 2017.
Event Movies in the Park Dates/Times 7/14/17 Secret Life of Pets 7/28/17 Sing 8/11/17 Moana 8/18/17 Aladdin (en Español) All movies will start at Dusk. Description Grab some lawn chairs and blankets and join us in John Buckley Square at Dusk for Movies in the Park! Location John Buckley Square (Old Town, between 5th & 6th Streets, Railroad Avenue.) Tickets FREE
Art Trax – Pittsburg’s Monthly Art Walk. Third Saturdays. 11am-2pm
Event Art Trax – Pittsburg’s Monthly Art Walk Dates/Times Monthly on the third Saturday from 11am to 2pm – starting June 17, 2017 until December 16th, 2017. Description Art Trax: Pittsburg’s Free Saturday Monthly Art Walk Creative Pittsburg is continuing its monthly art walk – Art Trax through December, 2017. The event happens each third Saturday 11am-2pm, in conjunction with the Pittsburg Farmers’ Market. Residents of the wider Delta community are invited to stroll Railroad Avenue in historic, charming Old Town Pittsburg to view the works of a variety of artists in pop-up galleries at many business-sponsored locations. Art Trax events feature multi-media artisans whose creations include wooden sculpture, ceramic art, dramatic photography, as well as fabric wall art, quilts, paintings, furniture, watercolors and handicraft works. In addition to the visual artists, Art Trax features musicians to round out the events. About Creative Pittsburg: Creative Pittsburg is a membership organization focused on building enthusiasm and capacity for bringing diverse arts and cultural activities to Californians through grassroots organizing of creative community members, and to enhance economic development through diverse cultural and artistic activities like the Art Trax monthly event featuring pop-up artisan galleries at merchant locations in Old Town Pittsburg. Contact: Sheila Smith 510.439.6683 sheila.smith@creativepittsburg.org Source: Creative Pittsburg www.creativepittsburg.org Sponsor Organizations: Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce; Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation; Wagley Law; Local Routes Foundation; Creative Pittsburg; Croskey Real Estate, City of Pittsburg. Location 600 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, Calif. Tickets FREE Contact Sheila Smith Phone (510) 439-6683 Email sheila.smith@creativepittsburg.org
First Fridays 2017: Wine & Art
Pittsburg’s First Fridays of the summer returns for 2017. Enjoy art, wine, beer and live music at Pittsburg’s beautiful Marina. Dates: June 2, July 7, August 4 and September 1. Time: 5:30pm – 9:00pm Cost: $10 for first pour w/ souvenir glass. $5 each additional pour. Info: Bring your own lawn chairs and/or blankets.
Car Show 2017 – May 11 thru Sept 7. 6pm – 8pm
Pittsburg’s Car Show returns for another summer season of cars, music and special attractions! Old Town Pittsburg on Railroad Avenue between 6th and 3rd Streets. 6pm – 8pm. Here’s this year’s schedule, including the Date: Band – and Featured Car Club: May 11: PHD’s – Mayor’s Pick May 25: Old School Band – Sindicates Jun 8: SF Ultimate Tribute to Journey – Eastbaychevys Jun 22: Konsept Party Band – Sicc Syde Jul 6: Del Soul – Show-Stopperz Jul 20: JD & Company – Sticky Crew Aug 3: Earlier Barreda & Friends – Luxurious Aug 17: Chocolate Rice – Untouchables Aug 31: Flaco dan the Fleas – Midnighters Sept 7: Project 4 – Mayor’s Pick
Farmers’ Market 2017 – Saturdays, 9am to 1pm. May 6 – Oct 21.
Pittsburg’s Old Town Farmers’ Market returns to the park between 5th & 6th Streets in beautiful Old Town Pittsburg. Grab some fresh fruit and vegetables each Saturday and enjoy live music in the beautiful and relaxing surroundings. A perfect day out for the family! Saturdays, May 6 – October 21, 2017. 9am – 1pm. Don’t forget to bring your reusable market bag!!
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan Summer Camp, July 14-25.
Event Bay Area Children’s Theatre- Peter Pan Summer Camp Dates/Times July 14-25 Monday – Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Description Come learn acting, singing, and dancing skills as you rehearse the classic story of Peter Pan. Whether you are a novice or seasoned performer, this fast-paced, two week musical theater production camp will prepare you for final performances in front of your family and friends. Skill building and stage confidence will be emphasized along with group participation.Ages 7-14 years old Location California Theatre 351 Railroad Ave Pittsburg, CA 94565 Cost $200 Contact Carolyn August Phone (925) 427-1611 Email info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com
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