Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce Updated Calendar
Calendar link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/Updatedmay3.pdf
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Farmer’s Market
9 am to 1 pm, Railroad Avenue and 6th Street, Pittsburg
Pittsburg Chamber Member’s can have a booth, but space is limited
Call to reserve your spot at the Farmer’s Market today!!

The market runs from May 1st to Oct. 30th.
Call Pittsburg Chamber for more information (925) 432-7301.
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2010 Pittsburg Youth Leadership Golf Tournament Presented by
The Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce & Title Sponsor Mirant
Friday, May 7, 2010, 1:00 pm Shotgun Start
Delta View Golf Club, Pittsburg

Proceeds benefit Pittsburg’s Youth
$125 per golfer includes lunch, dinner, golf glove, hybrid 3 or 4 iron and a goodie bag!
Dinner tickets only are $35.

We also have multiple sponsorships available.
Please contact Pittsburg Chamber for more info (925) 432-7301.
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/Golf10.pdf
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Downtown Business Team
DATE: Tuesday, May 11, 2010, 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
PLACE: Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce
985 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg

AGENDA: Updates on Seafood Festival
For more information contact Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce (925) 432-7301.
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/Downtn.May.pdf
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Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce Governmental Affairs Luncheon
“Meet your Candidates”
Wednesday, May 12, 2010 from 11:30 am to 1 pm
Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center, 2222 Golf Club Road, Pittsburg

This is an excellent opportunity to meet, one on one, candidates in your county who are running for County District Attorney: William “Dan” O’Malley, Elle B. Falahat & Mark Peterson.  For County Assessor: Bob Brooks, John T. Nejedly & Ross Butler.  For County Supervisor 4th District: Michael McGill.  For County Sheriff: Chief David Livingston & Brian Kalinowski.

Come meet, greet, ask questions and network with Candidates, community members and oher Businesses. Sign up today. Reservations are a must!!

$20 members / $25 Non-Members—No shows will be billed– Spouses & Employees welcome!
Contact Pittsburg Chamber for reservations or more information (925) 432-7301.
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/Candidates.Luncheon.pdf
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Coffee & Commerce
DATE: Thursday, May 13, 2010, 8:00 am to 9:00 am
PLACE: Steeltown Coffee & Tea
695 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg

SPEAKER: Michael Kee, Vice-Mayor and City Councilman for the City of Pittsburg
AGENDA: Coffee with the Vice-Mayor

For more information contact Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce (925) 432-7301.
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/MayCoff.pdf
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East Bay Karate-Do & Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce “Spring into Action”
2nd Annual Community Safety and Awareness Event
Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 10 am to 2 pm
1365 Buchanan Rd. Pittsburg

Free Karate Classes for all ages:
3-6 years old 10 am—10:40 am, 7-11 years old 10:50 am to 11:35 am, 12 years old and up
11:40 am– 12:25 pm

Free Women’s Self Defense & Awareness Class: 11 M—12 pm

Bully Buster Seminar– Ages 3 years old an up 1 pm—1:30 pm

We require a Waiver of Liability to be signed for all students. Children please insure that you Bring your parents to sign the waiver in order to attend the classes. Please wear comfortable Clothing.

Finger printing, Police Dept and McGruff the Dog, Fire Engine, Jumper, Live Music, Demonstrations from our very own Team X-Treme and Black Belt Club at 12:30 pm and information booths on Safety, Health and Awareness

Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/Eastbay.pdf
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The Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce Ladies Leadership Luncheon
“Hourglass Figure? Yeah, Right!”

Get tips on staying healthy from Beverly Barcus, Owner & Manager of Curves in Pittsburg
Wednesday, May 19, 2010 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
$20 Members / $25 Non-Members
Hampton Inn & Suites, 1201 California Avenue, Pittsburg
Contact Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce for reservations or more information (925) 432-7301.
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/Curves2.pdf
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The Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce & First Baptist Head Start Invite you to the First Baptist Head Start Administration Office Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting!!
Friday, May 21, 2010 from 5 pm to 7 pm
3890 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg

There will be Food, Non alcoholic Beverages, Music & Raffle.
If you need further information, please call (925) 473-2000
We hope to see you there!!!
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/1stbapgrdop.pdf
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Highway 4 Widening Meeting
Hear the latest from CalTrans!!
Thursday, May 27, 10:00 am
Hampton Inn & Suites, 1201 California Ave, Pittsburg (New Location!!!)

For more information please contact Pittsburg Chamber at (925) 432-7301.
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/Hwy4.May.pdf
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Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce Presents
“One Stop Beauty Shop”
Come Mix & Mingle Wednesday, June 16, 2010 from 5:30 to 9 pm @
Wedgewood Banquet Center, 2222 Golf Club Road, Pittsburg

We will have a Nail Technician, a Hair Stylist, a Makeup Artist, an Esthetician, Cosmetics, Jewelry, Clothing, a Massage Therapist, Exercise Demo’s, a Nutritionist, Self Tanning and more…

$20 to Members/$25 to Non-Members Includes: Hors d’oeuvres & Refreshments, Free Service or Demo at each table, Giveaways and Discounts, and Raffle Prizes.  Exhibit Tables Still Available!!! Free to Members & $50 to Non-Members.  Sign up right away!!! Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce (925) 432-7301
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/OneStopBShop2.pdf
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The American Cancer Society and Kaiser Permanente Medical Center invite you to…
LOOK GOOD… FEEL BETTER

Like many people undergoing cancer treatment or dealing with a cancer diagnosis, you may have forgotten that looking better on the outside can help you feel better on the inside. We hope you will take this opportunity to meet our specially trained staff of cosmetologists to pamper yourself, from skin care and makeup to stylish wigs and scarves…A complimentary make-up kit will be provided.

2010 Schedule -Mondays from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, April 12 - September 13
Location -Kaiser Permanente Antioch, 4501 Sand Creek Rd (Formerly 5601 Deer Valley Rd); Antioch CA 94531

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED, AS SPACE IS LIMITED
For more information or to register contact the American Cancer Society (800) 227-2345
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/LookGdFeelBtr.pdf
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Los Medanos College Free Community Job Fair
Wednesday, May 5, 10 am to 1 pm
2700 East Leland Road, Pittsburg, (925) 439-2181 x3330

Free resume critique services
Dress for success & bring plenty of resumes
Free resume workshops prior to the job fair, April 23rd and 30th
for info visit: www.losmedanos.edu/careercenter/
Career fields represented: Government agencies, Manufacturing, Law enforcement, Medical/Health care, Retail, and much more.  Visit our Job Fair website for regular updates: www.losmedanos.edu/studentservices/job/fairs.html

Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/Chamber/jobfair2010Flyer.pdf
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Join the Pittsburg Library for an event in honor of Children’s Day/
Book Day, also known as El dia de los ninos/El dia de los libros (dia).
Dia is a celebration of children, families, and reading, and emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Pittsburg: Dia de los ninos/ Dia de los Libros Celebration
Saturday, May 8th, 1 p.m., Creative of Arts Building of Pittsburg High School
250 School Street, Pittsburg

Library will present Magical Moonshine Theater A Bilingual Puppet Show in Spanish & English
Admission is free/ Street parking free/ lot parking $5.00
A free book will be given to participating children, while supplies last.

We would like to thank the Pittsburg School District for providing celebration space.
For more information contact the Pittsburg Library (925) 427-8390
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/2010dia.pdf
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Become a City Reads Literacy Sponsor
The Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation has partnered with the Pittsburg Library to launch a city-wide summer reading program entitled City Reads, in which every member of the community is encouraged to read the same book (books vary by age group) over the summer. The purpose of the program is to rally the entire city around the library's summer reading program to promote active minds over the summer break, foster an appreciation of literature, increase the number of books read over the summer by our residents, and build a strong, cohesive, and literate community.

Please help us kick this program off to a strong start by becoming a City Reads Literacy Sponsor. Contribute to a a City Reads Poster ($50), Book Donation ($100-$500), Reading Zone ($300), Event ($500-$1000), Wrist Band Discount (special offers), or contribute to the program as a whole. Sponsors will receive recognition and publicity via our website and hand-outs, a certificate of appreciation, and recognition on the item sponsored. See the attached flyer for more information on the program and sponsorship.

Sponsorships and donations are encouraged in any amount and are needed prior to May 14, 2010. Please Contact the Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation to make a donation or schedule a check pick-up. We look forward to working with you on this exciting program!

Rose Mary Tumbaga 925-252-6981 | rtumbaga@ci.pittsburg.ca.us - or- Alexandra Endress | 925-252-4968 |aendress@ci.pitttsburg.ca.us -or- Darcel Jones | (925) 427-8390 | djones@ccclib.org Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/ReadLiteracy.pdf
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Pittsburg Historical Museum
Membership Appreciation & Open House
Saturday, May 22, 2010, from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
515 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg

Featuring New Family History Room, Women’s Sports added to the Sports Room & Updated Exhibits & Photos

Bring the family & join us for refreshments & fun!!!
For more info contact Pittsburg Historical Museum (925) 439-7501.
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/Historicalsociety3.pdf
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Join the Contra Costa County Chambers & Their Host The Contra Costa County Fair
2010 Contra Costa County Fair Mega May Mixer
Thursday, May 27, 2010, from 5 pm to 7 pm Mix & Mingle, 7 pm to 9 pm Music & More
Food by Bases Loaded, Antioch
No Cost To Members!!
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Pittsburg High School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
We are proud to announce the opening of the new Pittsburg High School for the 2010-11 school year. Beginning this August approximately 2,500 students from our city will begin the school year in a state of the art facility that has been designed to maximum student learning and safety. Our new high school will include a state of the auto technology program, a construction technology program and an information technology program.  An additional gym with new locker rooms have been added. In addition, we are beginning a multi-million dollar upgrade to our performing arts program which will, as the crown jewel, include a major renovation of the Creative Arts Building (CAB).

The campus will be closed during lunch time. In order to serve all of the students, 18 lunch stations will be open and students will eat lunch in the cafeteria and in a large outdoor quad.

Students will enjoy a greater variety of foods as the new kitchen will have equipment for bar-b-que and stir fry. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be on August 21^st at 10:00 A.M.

Federal Glover will be speaking and the public is invited.
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Mehran Restaurant Invites you to…
Mother’s Day– Sunday, May 9th

Join us in celebrating this Special Day with a Very Special All Day Buffet!!
A Mother is… A Maker of Memories—Served All Day for only $13.99 +tax!
We are located at 3841 railroad Avenue, Pittsburg
Please call for reservations (925) 432-7500
Flyer link: http://www.pittsburgchamber.org/mothersMehran.pdf
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Upland Enterprises
Free Gift When You Come In!!!
No purchase necessary!
20% Off Everything in Store through Mother’s Day!
163 E. 4th Street, Pittsburg
(925) 439-2170
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Look for Upcoming Events:
Car Show, May 13, 2010 (And every Thursday until end of July)
Countywide Mixer in Brentwood, June 17, 2010, Starting @ 5:30 pm

Thank you,
Tina Archuleta
Executive Assistant/Event Planner
Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce I 985 Railroad Avenue I Pittsburg, CA 94565
( (925) 432-7301 I 7 (925) 427-5555 I * tina@pittsburgchamber.org

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Marc Fox
Assistant City Manager – Internal Services
City of Pittsburg
Office: (925) 252-4876
Facsimile: (925) 252-4138
Email: mfox@ci.pittsburg.ca.us