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Art studios team up for creative gift ideas DEANNA GORDON

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workshops, as well as after-school art classes for students in first through 12th grade.

“I thought it would be a really good way to show the community that small local businesses can work together, in teaming up with The Mad Potters and The Craft Room, to offer kind of a trifecta craft experience,” Jacobs said.

“So that way, it gets them exposure to something they maybe may not have thought of to try.”

Starry Nite Studios is open Wednesday through Friday, 4 to 10 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed Monday and Tuesday). Event tickets are sold online at www.starrynitestudios.com. For more information, call 925-308-9150 or email paint@starrynitestudios.com.

The Mad Potters, located at 629 1st St., is led by Jerry Illers, who has done pottery for more than five decades and was recently named Brentwood Artist of the Year by the Delta Art Gallery.

“You can come in and learn how to throw pottery on the wheel,” said Stephanie Stewart, store manager and Illers’ daughter. “That is something that’s very hard to find nowadays outside of a college or high school program.”

looking for a unique gift for creative friends or family this

holiday season, the Art Around Town gift card bundle is a great option.

The gift card bundle, which is $75, is designed to get local residents out and about and try three Brentwood art studios — Starry Nite Studios, The Mad Potters and the Craft Room — with $25 to use at each studio. Gift card bundles can be purchased in person only at any of the three studios and are only available during the holiday season.

Starry Nite Studios, located in the Streets of Brentwood at 2545 Sand Creek Road, #136, is a paint-and-sip art studio owned and operated by two local moms, Allison Jacobs and Susan Knight, who met while being art docents at Loma Vista Elementary School. The studio is family friendly, ages 8 and up, and sells beer and wine for its step-bystep painting classes. Jacobs and Knight also do workshops, including paint-yourpet portraits, acrylic paint workshops and silk scarf and tie marbling

I thought it would be a really good way to show the community that small local businesses can work together, in teaming up with The Mad Potters and The Craft Room, to offer kind of a trifecta craft experience.

– Allison Jacobs, Starry Nite Studios The Mad Potters also offers clay hand building — such as to make homemade ornaments — and paintyour-own ceramics. Stewart says the paint-your-own option and pottery wheel are the most popular choices. There are options for ages 8 and up.

“We’re just very excited to create

this gift card with Shelly at The Craft Room and both Ally and Susan over at Starry Nite to encourage people to get out and be artistic,” Stewart said.

The Mad Potters’ winter hours (through the end of February) are Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. They are closed Monday and Tuesday, but appointments are considered for groups of 12 or more. For more information, visit www.2madpotters.com, call 925-6265255 or email info@2madpotters.com.

The Craft Room, located at 80 Eagle Rock Way, Suite E, was opened nine months ago by Shelly Tweedy, who previously had a mobile string art business for two years. The Craft Room offers a wide variety of craft types, including string art, cookie decorating, macramé, hand lettering, painted signs, sewing, succulent arranging and more. Adult as well as kids’ classes are available, as well as reservations for private parties. Hours are typically Friday and Saturday nights, depending on events. For more information and an event schedule, visit www. thecraftroombrentwood.com or email thecraftroombrentwood@gmail.com.

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n its third season, a little ice-skating rink in Brentwood is proving it has a lot of heart.

Brentwood on Ice owner Tom Gregory calls the seasonal rink a downtown event.

As a lifelong resident with deep roots in the area, his intent behind the investment has been to bolster his hometown’s commerce.

“My daughters are sixth-generation graduates from Liberty,” said Gregory, who is also the owner of Got-A-Party. “I’m outgoing president of the chamber of commerce — if you cut me, I bleed Brentwood. The difference between us and the various events that happen downtown is that we’re 100% complementary to all these businesses.

The average event — I love them, they’re fantastic — but what those events do is typically eliminate all parking downtown for the businesses. (Customers) come down, they eat, they drink at the event and then they go home. But with my event, a lot of people will come, they skate, then they go ON THE COVER: “Frozen” characters Elsa, Ana and Olaf welcome guests to Brentwood on Ice in downtown Brentwood. The popular community skating rink is open now through the holidays. Photo by Tony Kukulich.

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In the course of its season, Brentwood on Ice brings more people downtown than any other downtown event.”

The rink, located on Second Street, has seen some enhancements this year. A 16 by 20-feet heated lounge with a flatscreen television and coloring books is now onsite for those family members who aren’t skating or need a break.

But some favorites have returned. Laura Carreon, three-time Figure Skating World Championship competitor, offers private and group lessons.

“When Tom first opened the rink, I was in contact with his daughter, because I was doing the vocal direction at Liberty High School,” Carreon said. “She knew my background and had approached me about what he was doing here. We started with group lessons the first year and people started showing interest in private lessons.”

Carreon and her brother originally competed at the national level for the U.S., since they have dual citizenship with Mexico.

They then decided to represent Mexico during the World Championship and were the first alternates for the 2006 Olympics.

After that, the two performed professional shows until Carreon was expecting her first child.

When not offering private or group lessons at Brentwood on Ice, Carreon can be seen skating around the rink offering

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Tracey and Tom Gregory, owners of Brentwood on Ice, have opened the downtown skating rink to the public for the third year in a row. feedback to skaters.

“There’s not a lot of common knowledge of basic skating skills, and sometimes parents don’t even know how to help their kids,” Carreon said. “My biggest concern is safety, for instance, when I see shoelaces undone or loose skates. I’m very passionate about being on the ice, and I’m just so happy to bring something I love to my hometown.”

Returning favorites this year include appearances from A Magical Princess, Princess Parties — a business launched by Tom’s daughter, Victoria Gregory, and wife, Tracey Gregory — which brings a touch of magic to the scene with characters such as Elsa, Ana and Olaf from “Frozen.”

“The most rewarding part is the

customers, and watching them skate and have a good time,” said Tracey. “The little kids love to see the characters.”

Another important aspect for Tom has been to provide a low-key environment.

Unless there’s a line and the rink is at capacity, skaters are not restricted by hourly sessions. If someone pays for entrance and skates, they can stay all day. The same goes for the skate buddies, the walkers that little ones can use to balance on the ice. There is only one fee, and if the rink isn’t busy, kids can use them for as long as they wish to skate.

“The only thing we do tell people is that if we get to capacity, we will have to get back to a two-hour session,” Tom explained. see Skating page 11B

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Members of Delta Community Services and local volunteers from Summerset III, participated in the group’s annual Feed the Children food drive. Top left: Dave Noecker and Mike Monahan; front left: Felicitas Ochoa and Alfonso Ochoa.

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n the spirit of the holidays, a group of Brentwood’s Summerset III residents participated in its annual

Feed the Children food drive for Delta Community Services on Thursday, Dec. 5.

The drive was organized by the Kare Bears, a service organization within Summerset that welcomes new residents, holds fundraisers and promotes connection among residents and within the local community.

“One of the reasons I was interested in living (in Summerset) was because of the Kare Bears,” said Lori Clark, a food drive participant and two-year resident of the community.

The Feed the Children drive is in its 12th year, which is held annually on the first Thursday of December. Packaged and canned non-perishable food, health items and personal item donations are collected, sorted and brought to Delta Community Services (DCS), who then distribute them to East County families in need.

This year, 84 bags of food were donated, and $970 in monetary donations was collected. Money collected is used for food vouchers, which are distributed to families throughout the year.

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make such a difference to someone else,” Clark said.

To identify families in need, DCS Director Felicitas Ochoa places sign-up

sheets on the front door of the building.

Ochoa is bilingual, enabling her to communicate with both English and Spanish-speaking families.

“The families trust (Ochoa), and we couldn’t do this without her,” said DCS President Bill Burdt. “We are really just the conduit between Summerset and these families.”

Local businesses also sponsored the effort. WinCo Foods donated paper bags, which were distributed to Summerset residents to fill with donations, and Raley’s donated plastic bags for food distribution.

Delta Community Services provides information, referrals and services for community members with various needs: senior services, legal assistance, will assistance, income tax assistance, credit counseling, personal and abuse counseling, housing and rent assistance, transportation, food and utilities assistance and more. Its office is located at 648 Second St. in Brentwood. For more information, visit www.deltacommunityservices.com or call 925-634-8275.

Santa’s mailbox returns to Antioch Boys and girls are invited to write a personal letter to Santa this year, as a special mailbox has been set up at the Antioch Community Center, which is accepting letters for Santa directly.

Parents and grandparents can bring letters to the community center, 4703 Lone Tree Way, through Dec. 16. The Antioch Council of Teens helps Santa get his letters personally, and Santa will respond directly to each child. All letters should include the child’s

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This year is the fourth year Santa has dropped off a mailbox in Antioch, which gives young children a unique holiday experience, including happy smiles when they receive their very own letter in the mail.

For more information about this free community program, call the Antioch Recreation Department at 925-776-3050.

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Don’t miss local Nutcracker production

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f you were to walk into a certain local dance studio on any given Saturday morning lately, you might

find a rat queen, a few soldiers, a gaggle

season and see a new show — and BCEC always gives fans a chance to interact with some of their favorite characters up close and personal. Ticketholders for the Saturday 6 p.m. show and Sunday 4 p.m. show can arrive a little early to talk to and take pictures with Clara, the Snow Queen, the Sugar Plum Fairy and more.

See all 63 young dancers for yourself when they take the stage at the El Campanil Theatre, 602 W. 2nd St. in Antioch, beginning Friday, Dec. 20. Shows are Friday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m., Saturday Dec. 21, at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 22 at noon and 4 p.m. Tickets are available at www.bit.ly/bcecnutcracker or 925-757-9500.

For more information, visit www. brentwoodballet.org.

of mice, a couple of forest wisps and the cutest plums you’ve ever seen.

No, this isn’t the plot of a new Netflix science fiction series — it just means the Ballet Company of East County (BCEC) has begun rehearsing for its 15th annual production of “The Nutcracker.”

This year’s cast includes 63 talented young dancers between the ages of 7 and 18 who have been rehearsing for months in preparation for the big show weekend.

Even if you may have seen the show last year or the year before, you won’t be disappointed when you come back this year.

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The ABCs of gift giving

A is for Affogato

Family-owned and operated, Sip and Scoop California is located at 234 Oak Street in Brentwood. This cute downtown business is a great place to meet up with friends and get a delicious hot beverage or scoop of ice cream. Mention this ad to get $1.00 off an affogato (2 scoops of gelato, 3 shots of espresso, topped with whipped cream, cinnamon and pieces of biscotti). You can follow Sip and Scoop California on Facebook.

B is for Bowling

Grab the family and head to Harvest Park Bowl for some friendly competition at their 32-lane bowling alley and family fun center.

You can also ring in the new year at Harvest Park Bowl with family and friends. Find more information about their New Year’s Eve party online at harvestparkbowl.com/ specials/new-years-eve or call them at 925-516-1221. Harvest Park Bowl is located at 5000 Balfour Road in Brentwood.

C is for Clothing

Spinola Farm & Co., located in historic downtown Brentwood, is a great spot to holiday shop locally. Stop by after

the downtown holiday parade, and finish your shopping with beautiful gifts and clothing options.

The clothing boutique will be 20% off the entire store Friday and Saturday December 13 and 14. 220 Oak St. www.spinolafarm.co, 925-684-4230.

D is for Drenched Boutique

Dress to impress with Drenched Boutique’s unique collection of stylish clothing and accessories.

Locallyowned, Drenched Boutique was inspired by a love of fashion. Stop by to shop for your holiday fashion gifts. Mention this ad and receive 10% off your purchase. Located at 647 First St. in downtown Brentwood.

925-308-4578.

E is for Eyeglasses

Whether you need a prescription or want fashionable frames, eyeglasses can make a unique gift for someone on your list.

There are plenty of local eyeglass providers who can also do eye exams, or you can go online to the numerous retailers offering fun, trendy and sophisticated eyewear options.

F is for Furry Friends Providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service is what Brentwood Family Pet Care offers all its clients. The best gift for your pets is good health: exams, vaccines, anti-parasites, spay/neuter, good food and lots of love. Let us help keep your pets (new or old) healthy and happy. www.BrentwoodFamilyPetCare.com.

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G is for Gift Baskets

Find a great collection of fruit, nut and gourmet food gift baskets at Gursky Ranch. Give a unique, handcrafted gift basket themed for the holiday season this year. All baskets are hand-processed in the Gursky Ranch store, located at 1921 Apricot Way, in Brentwood. The store is open daily through Dec. 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 925-634-4913 with any questions.

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For all of you last-minute shoppers out there, The Press has you covered with gift ideas.

Below you will find local selections from A to Z, complete with some savings!

Digger’s Diner, located at 2261 Balfour Road, in Brentwood. The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.diggersdiners.com or call 925-240-8958.

I is for Ice Skating

Lace up those skates and celebrate the season at Brentwood On Ice in downtown Brentwood across from City Hall. The community rink provides residents and visitors a holiday tradition like no other. Open seven days a week, the seasonal rink has something for everyone. Mention this ad and receive $1 off skate rental. Visit www. brentwoodonice.com for rink hours and information or call 925-516-7664.

J is for Jumping

The Ultimate Trampoline Park, Rockin’ Jump, is a favorite indoor activity for all ages.

Get the jump on your holiday shopping by stopping by and picking up Rockin’ Jump’s ultimate stocking stuffer gift box which includes a $25 gift card, $5 bonus card and grip socks, all for only $25.

Rockin Jump is located at 5641 Lone Tree Way. Call them at 925-660-7454 or visit www.rockinjump.com/brentwood.

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K is for Karate

Martial arts are an ancient practice from Asia originally meant for self-defense. Today, lots of people do karate to build physical and mental strength. Giving someone a class could make for a unique gift.

L is for Limousine Service

Enjoy the luxury of professional and personalized limousine services with Finesse Limousine. You will enjoy a safe, dependable and memorable experience when you reserve a fully-equipped, chauffeur-driven limousine.

Book a winter wine tour now through March 20, 2020 for only $299 (license fee and driver gratuity not included) and enjoy a wonderful day in the wine country in an eight passenger limousine. Contact Finesse Limousine at 925-634-7303 or visit www. finesselimo.com.

M is for Music

The holidays are filled with music, and for the month of December, all new and used instruments at Geddes Music are on sale with specials on Yamaha instruments.

Geddes Music can be found at their new location, 625 First St. in downtown Brentwood. They can also be reached at 925-634-6684.

N is for Nutcracker

For the last 15 years, The Ballet Company of East County has offered local audiences “The Nutcracker” each December, and this holiday season is no exception. Experience the magic and make “The Nutcracker” part of your family’s holiday tradition. Dancers from The Ballet Company of East County will offer five separate performances at the El Campanil Theatre in Antioch, Dec. 20-22. For more information, go to www.brentwoodballet. org or call 925-240-5556.

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Stumped for a unique present for the person who has everything? Consider gifting local news stories that connect them to their community. With a variety of subscription options for The Press, unlimited access to East County news and local happenings is the gift that will keep on giving. To sign up, visit www.thepress.net or call 925-634-1441.

P is for Pizza

Fresh Italian ingredients make the pizzas at Rubiano’s a favorite place to dine in or take out in downtown Brentwood.

Treat your family to a night out for pizza or other Italian meal favorites during the busy holiday season. Mention this ad and receive 10% off your final food bill (excludes alcohol). You can find Rubiano’s at 235 Oak St., or call 925-634-4263.

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Q is for QuikStop

Convenience is a gift in itself, and QuikStop offers many convenient options for holiday shopping.

Pick up a gift card or lottery tickets to stuff in a stocking or put under the tree. Grab some snacks or gas up for holiday travel. Located at 3940-A Walnut Blvd. and open 24 hours. 925-634-0369.

R is for Running Shoes

There are all kinds of runners who would probably love a new pair of running shoes for the holidays. Shoes for running on roads, trails or cross-training come in many different styles from numerous brands. Getting a gift card to a store or

online retailer might be the perfect way to ensure the right shoe is chosen for the runner in your life.

S is for Stornetta Homes

If you are in the market for a new home or just deciding if a new home is in your future, Stornetta Homes is your custom homebuilder and real estate company. They specialize in buying or selling premium homes in East Contra Costa County. For a free home evaluation, call Michelle at 925-4184407 or email her at mlstornetta@gmail. com. For more information, visit www. stornettahomes.com.

T is for Trees

Still looking for the perfect Christmas tree for your home or business? Pompei Nursery has a large selection and are offering 20% off beautiful Christmas trees including noble, grand fir and Douglas firs. Pompei Nursery is located 4701 Main St., Oakley.

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The ABCs of gift giving

A is for Affogato

Family-owned and operated, Sip and Scoop California is located at 234 Oak Street in Brentwood. This cute downtown business is a great place to meet up with friends and get a delicious hot beverage or scoop of ice cream. Mention this ad to get $1.00 off an affogato (2 scoops of gelato, 3 shots of espresso, topped with whipped cream, cinnamon and pieces of biscotti). You can follow Sip and Scoop California on Facebook.

B is for Bowling

Grab the family and head to Harvest Park Bowl for some friendly competition at their 32-lane bowling alley and family fun center.

You can also ring in the new year at Harvest Park Bowl with family and friends. Find more information about their New Year’s Eve party online at harvestparkbowl.com/ specials/new-years-eve or call them at 925-516-1221. Harvest Park Bowl is located at 5000 Balfour Road in Brentwood.

C is for Clothing

Spinola Farm & Co., located in historic downtown Brentwood, is a great spot to holiday shop locally. Stop by after

the downtown holiday parade, and finish your shopping with beautiful gifts and clothing options.

The clothing boutique will be 20% off the entire store Friday and Saturday December 13 and 14. 220 Oak St. www.spinolafarm.co, 925-684-4230.

D is for Drenched Boutique

Dress to impress with Drenched Boutique’s unique collection of stylish clothing and accessories.

Locallyowned, Drenched Boutique was inspired by a love of fashion. Stop by to shop for your holiday fashion gifts. Mention this ad and receive 10% off your purchase. Located at 647 First St. in downtown Brentwood.

925-308-4578.

E is for Eyeglasses

Whether you need a prescription or want fashionable frames, eyeglasses can make a unique gift for someone on your list.

There are plenty of local eyeglass providers who can also do eye exams, or you can go online to the numerous retailers offering fun, trendy and sophisticated eyewear options.

F is for Furry Friends Providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service is what Brentwood Family Pet Care offers all its clients. The best gift for your pets is good health: exams, vaccines, anti-parasites, spay/neuter, good food and lots of love. Let us help keep your pets (new or old) healthy and happy. www.BrentwoodFamilyPetCare.com.

925-240-7387.

G is for Gift Baskets

Find a great collection of fruit, nut and gourmet food gift baskets at Gursky Ranch. Give a unique, handcrafted gift basket themed for the holiday season this year. All baskets are hand-processed in the Gursky Ranch store, located at 1921 Apricot Way, in Brentwood. The store is open daily through Dec. 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 925-634-4913 with any questions.

H is for Hamburger Snag a gift card and give the gift of a juicy, all-American burger at

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For all of you last-minute shoppers out there, The Press has you covered with gift ideas.

Below you will find local selections from A to Z, complete with some savings!

Digger’s Diner, located at 2261 Balfour Road, in Brentwood. The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.diggersdiners.com or call 925-240-8958.

I is for Ice Skating

Lace up those skates and celebrate the season at Brentwood On Ice in downtown Brentwood across from City Hall. The community rink provides residents and visitors a holiday tradition like no other. Open seven days a week, the seasonal rink has something for everyone. Mention this ad and receive $1 off skate rental. Visit www. brentwoodonice.com for rink hours and information or call 925-516-7664.

J is for Jumping

The Ultimate Trampoline Park, Rockin’ Jump, is a favorite indoor activity for all ages.

Get the jump on your holiday shopping by stopping by and picking up Rockin’ Jump’s ultimate stocking stuffer gift box which includes a $25 gift card, $5 bonus card and grip socks, all for only $25.

Rockin Jump is located at 5641 Lone Tree Way. Call them at 925-660-7454 or visit www.rockinjump.com/brentwood.

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K is for Karate

Martial arts are an ancient practice from Asia originally meant for self-defense. Today, lots of people do karate to build physical and mental strength. Giving someone a class could make for a unique gift.

L is for Limousine Service

Enjoy the luxury of professional and personalized limousine services with Finesse Limousine. You will enjoy a safe, dependable and memorable experience when you reserve a fully-equipped, chauffeur-driven limousine.

Book a winter wine tour now through March 20, 2020 for only $299 (license fee and driver gratuity not included) and enjoy a wonderful day in the wine country in an eight passenger limousine. Contact Finesse Limousine at 925-634-7303 or visit www. finesselimo.com.

M is for Music

The holidays are filled with music, and for the month of December, all new and used instruments at Geddes Music are on sale with specials on Yamaha instruments.

Geddes Music can be found at their new location, 625 First St. in downtown Brentwood. They can also be reached at 925-634-6684.

N is for Nutcracker

For the last 15 years, The Ballet Company of East County has offered local audiences “The Nutcracker” each December, and this holiday season is no exception. Experience the magic and make “The Nutcracker” part of your family’s holiday tradition. Dancers from The Ballet Company of East County will offer five separate performances at the El Campanil Theatre in Antioch, Dec. 20-22. For more information, go to www.brentwoodballet. org or call 925-240-5556.

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There are all kinds of runners who would probably love a new pair of running shoes for the holidays. Shoes for running on roads, trails or cross-training come in many different styles from numerous brands. Getting a gift card to a store or

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The Celebration Ringers

Byron United Methodist Church presents the Celebrations Ringers handbell choir’s Christmas Concert from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at 14671 Byron Highway in Byron. Admission is free. For more information, email celebringers@gmail. com.

Interfaith Christmas Choral Festival and Creche Exhibit Friday, Dec. 13 Free Gift Wrapping

Brentwood’s 37th Annual Holiday Parade and Pictures with Santa

Free gift wrapping, courtesy of the American Association of University Women, will be available daily through Dec. 24 at the Somersville Towne Center, 2550 Somersville Road in Antioch. Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays, except for Tuesday, Dec. 24, when hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, contact Patty Chan at pattychan@ hotmail.com or 925-683-3972.

Saturday, Dec. 14 Wreaths Across America

The Daughters of the American Revolution and Veterans of Foreign Wars will host a wreath-laying ceremony at Union Cemetery, 11545 Brentwood Blvd. in Brentwood, at 9 a.m. The public is invited to join in paying their respects to all veterans. Wreaths Across America ceremonies will be held on the same day and at the same time across the nation. To donate or for more information, call 925-5840761 or visit www.WreathsAcrossAmerica.org/ ca0076.

East Bay Christmas Market

The Brentwood Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a Christmas market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. in downtown Brentwood. For more information or to register for a booth, call Laura Young at 925-634-3344 or email admin@ brentwoodchamber.com.

The Brentwood Holiday Parade will take place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on the streets of downtown Brentwood. This year’s theme is “a superhero holiday” and promises to inspire parade floats with super powerful holiday joy. The American Legion will host Santa at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Hall for free pictures starting at 1 p.m. For more information on the parade, or to participate, call Laura Young at 925-6343344 or email admin@brentwoodchamber.com.

For information on pictures with Santa, email sandy.cline@gmail.com.

Breakfast with Santa

Come have breakfast with Santa at the Oakley Recreation Center at 10 a.m. Cost is $8 per person and includes a continental breakfast and time with Santa. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. For more information or to register, call 925-625-7044 or email coelho@ci.oakley.ca.us.

Lighted Boat Parade

The Discovery Bay Yacht Club will have its annual lighted boat parade around the bays of Discovery Bay. This year’s theme is Winter Wonderland. For more information, contact ptowncher@comcast.net or visit www.bit.ly/ db_boatparade.

Cookies and Cocoa with Mrs. Claus Tess’ Community Kitchen will host a special day with Mrs. Claus, with three seatings between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Children can decorate cookies, make crafts, write a letter

to Santa and drink cocoa with Mrs. Claus.

Tickets cost $30 for the first child and $25 for the second. The day will also include pop-up shops, and Tess’ will be selling breakfast, lunch, and beverages for adults. Tess’ is located at 8091 Balfour Road in Brentwood. For tickets and more information, visit www.bit.ly/ cookies_and_cocoa or call 800-800-5373.

Kiwanis Club Holiday Run/Walk

The Kiwanis Club of the Delta presents its 43rd annual Holiday Run/Walk from 7:30 a.m. to noon at Contra Loma Regional Park, 1200 Fredrickson Lane, Antioch. Proceeds will benefit local schools, youth and libraries.

Choose from a 10K run, a 3-mile run/walk, and a 1-mile fun run. For prices, race maps and registration, visit www.holidayrunandwalk.org or call 925-437-0150.

Pictures with Santa

Sons of the American Legion present Pictures with Santa at Veterans Hall in Brentwood, 757 First St., 1 p.m. and onwards. Call Matt, 925-206-5844.

Sunday, Dec. 15 Holiday Rock ‘n’ Roll Spectacular

El Campanil Theatre presents the band DECADES and their holiday show at 3 p.m. at 602 W. Second St. in Antioch. The show will include Christmas favorites, along with some rock ‘n roll hits from the 1940s and on. Tickets cost $29 for adults, $27 for seniors and $10 for children under 18. For more information on this fun-for-the-whole-family show, visit www. elcampaniltheatre.com/Decades.html.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will host an interfaith Christmas Choral Festival and Creche exhibit from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 2350 Jeffery Way in Brentwood. Admission is free, and the exhibit opens at 6 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 16 Brentwood Concert Band Christmas Show

The Brentwood Concert Band’s Christmas Concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Hall, 757 First St. in Brentwood. This show is the group’s annual Toys for Tots Christmas Celebration in conjunction with the United States Marine Corps. Admission is one new, unwrapped child’s toy. For more information, email brentwoodconcertband@gmail.com.

Friday, Dec. 20 The Nutcracker presented by The Ballet Company of East County

Celebrate the holiday season with The Ballet Company of East County’s 15th annual presentation of the Nutcracker. Shows will be Dec. 20 at 7 p.m.; Dec. 21 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.; and Dec. 22 at noon and 4 p.m. at the El Campanil Theatre in Antioch. Actors will be available for photos after the shows. For tickets or more information, visit www. elcampaniltheatre.com/the-nutcracker.html.

Saturday, Dec. 21 Brentwood Community Chorus Christmas Show

The Brentwood Community Chorus presents its annual Christmas show, with two opportunities to hear the group perform favorites like Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” “Sing

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DECEMBER 13, 2019 Noel,” “The Majesty and Glory of Your Name,” “We Three Kings Medley” and “The Twelve Days After Christmas.” See this inspiring performance Saturday, Dec. 21, at 2 p.m. at Heritage High School in Brentwood for $15 or Sunday, December 22, at 3 p.m. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Antioch for a goodwill offering. For more information or to purchase tickets for Saturday, visit www.bit.ly/ bccholidayconcert.

Willow Lake Lighted Boat Parade

Willow Lake residents will participate in their community lighted boat parade, starting at 5:30 p.m. and moving clockwise around the whole lake. Parade goes on, rain or shine. Any size boat is welcome with any decorating theme. For more information, contact Shannon Marlin at deltadogs@comcast.net or 925-383-8728.

Tunnels of Joy Fundraiser

La Costa Drive homeowners will be using their tunnels of lights to raise funds for Ryan Petty, a local teenager recently diagnosed with Leukemia, from 6 to 10 p.m. Come walk through the beautiful Christmas decorations on La Costa Drive and the surrounding streets in Deer Ridge, off Balfour Road, in Brentwood.

Cash donations only in the lock box, please.

Golden Hills Christmas Concert

The Golden Hills Community Church Celebration Singers present “BEHOLD: A Christmas Concert,” at 6 p.m. on Dec. 21, at 2, 4 and 6 p.m. on Dec. 24, at 2401 Shady Willow

Lane in Brentwood. Admission is free. For more information, email juliemello@goldenhills. org, call 925-516-0653 or visit www.bit.ly/ goldenhillsbehold.

Sunday, Dec. 22 Chanukah Celebration

Chabad of the Delta invites the community to a grand Chanukah Celebration, 4:30 p.m. at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way in Brentwood. Celebrate the Festival of Lights and see the grand menorah lit. For more information, call 925-420-4999 or email info@ JewishDelta.com

Tuesday, Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Bowling

Harvest Park Bowl will host a New Year’s Eve party and 25th anniversary celebration from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at 5000 Balfour Road in Brentwood. For $250 a lane, participants get unlimited bowling and shoe rental, music, a light show, hors d’oeuvres, dessert bar, party favors, champagne toast and more. For more information, contact sherry@harvestparkbowl. com or 925-516-1221 or visit www. harvestparkbowl.com.

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Ring in the new year at the Brentwood Community Center from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., and enjoy live music by Myron Edwins and Dynamic Range, champagne, hors d’oeuvers, balloon drop and more. For additional information, call Rose at 925-413-7166 or visit www.bit.ly/brentwoodnye.

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Skating from page 3B “The reason most rinks don’t do that is because they don’t want to buy extra skates, because skates are expensive. I bought 150 more pairs than I anticipated I’d need, and that’s worked out well for us.”

Even though the rink is in its third season, Tom said there’s still a learning curve. The first year, he learned the ice-melting culprit is wind, not the sun. Adding walls in addition to the roof helped mitigate that issue.

“This year, we realized that your ice can be too cold and too dry, and most people probably never consider that,” he said.

“These nights lately have been so cold, it makes the ice brittle, and we haven’t been able to put the Zamboni out because it’s cracking like sheets of glass.”

While many have asked Tom if he plans to install a permanent rink somewhere in town, he said this kind of business is too tough to sustain year-round.

“Going into it, we knew this was the worst mathematical business equation I’ve ever invested in,” he said. “I was willing to foot the bill out of pocket, even if it doesn’t make money. So between the city grant and the sponsorship and what I’ll put in, this one can survive for now ... People always ask me, ‘Well, do you make any money?’ And I tell them, ‘I get paid.’ It’s not typically in money, it’s typically in watching people enjoying themselves.”

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“It’s doing exactly what I wanted it to do, which is bring people downtown,” Tom said. “Last year, we did Groupon and had visitors from all around the Bay Area ... We’re not corporate America; we’re downtown Brentwood. The nutcrackers were painted by local schools and daycares; local artists painted the lockers. We’re hometown.”

In addition to dubbing the rink a community event, Tom also calls it an item from his bucket list, which was brought to fruition by a life-threatening experience.

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