Northbay UpRising morning show: Wake Up & Rise Up! March 5th, 2024

* " ‘Impressive’ superbloom season could soon unfold in California. Here’s what to know" (2024-03-04, sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/super-blooms-expected-soon-in-california-18703811.php) [archive.is/A6nbN]

* "Everything you ever wanted to know about the San Francisco Bay Trail" (2023-06-05, sfgate.com/local/article/san-francisco-bay-trail-18117346.php) [archive.is/1eBQg]

* "Everything to know about hiking, biking the Bay Area Ridge Trail" (sfgate.com/local/article/bay-area-ridge-trail-18308977.php)

* East Bay Trails [ebmud.com/recreation/east-bay/east-bay-trails]

* Bay Area Trails Collaborative [railstotrails.org/trailnation/bay-area-trails-collaborative]

* "East Bay Regional Parks celebrate grand opening of new trail" (2023-12-03, nbcbayarea.com/news/local/east-bay-regional-parks-grand-opening-new-trails/3387768/) [archive.is/Gt5WV]

* "Richmond’s Growing Bay Trail Boasts Bountiful Beauty" (2024-02-24, postnewsgroup.com/richmonds-growing-bay-trail-boasts-bountiful-beauty/) [archive.is/dOTx2]

* "Blue Rock Springs to host Disc Golf Tournament on March 30" (2024-03-04, timesheraldonline.com/2024/03/04/blue-rock-springs-to-host-disc-golf-tournament-on-march-30/) [archive.is/vxj6z]

* "BottleRock Napa Valley to hold job fair for two festivals" (2024-03-01, timesheraldonline.com/2024/03/01/bottlerock-napa-valley-to-hold-job-fair-for-two-festivals/) [archive.is/94DJZ]

* "Antioch will repeal car cruising ban to align with new state rules; New state law makes it illegal for cities to enact rules banning cruising" (2024-02-01, mercurynews.com/2024/02/01/antioch-will-repeal-car-cruising-ban-to-align-with-new-state-rules/) [archive.is/HS8Co]

the SR-37 Paving Project, which will be an extensive pavement repair project on SR-37 from SR-29 (Vallejo) and SR-121 (Sonoma) over four consecutive weekends starting on April 12, 2024.

* Update from Caltrans Bay Area-District 4 [facebook.com/CaltransBayAreaD4]:

Heads up, Bay Area! We are announcing the SR-37 Paving Project, which will be an extensive pavement repair project on SR-37 from SR-29 (Vallejo) and SR-121 (Sonoma) over four consecutive weekends starting on April 12, 2024. There will be full 55-hour closures that will begin on Fridays at 9pm and conclude on Mondays at 4am.

Westbound SR-37 will be closed on the weekends of April 12 and April 19, and eastbound SR-37 will be closed the weekends of April 26 and May 3. Detours will be in place for both locations and it is all weather-dependent.

If you have questions or concerns, please call the SR-37 Pave Project Hotline at (510) 286-0319. You can also learn more by visiting the project webpage at [www.37pave.com]

And some music too!
* Sly & The Family Stone mash-up [archive.org/details/lenlow-do-your-thing-to-the-music-2021]

* Bob Marley Rainbow Remix [youtube.com/watch?v=QxKcPp2TcmQ]

* Duran Duran Pressure Off [youtube.com/watch?v=5qFhSWA9Cz4]

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Community Calendar

Attention Vallejo Community!

Your voice matters! We want to hear your ideas and priorities for our next city manager. Help shape the future of Vallejo by sharing your thoughts through our community survey, available in English, Spanish, and Tagalog.

Let your voice be heard and make a difference in our community! Take the survey here: CityOfVallejo.CO/MyCityManager

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Art Space Open Mic!

Friday, February 23rd, 6pm 'til 8pm, FREE!

At the American Canyon Art Space, 300 Napa Junction Road in American Canyon.

Music, spoken word, stand-up, or other performance art! Next door, we host an Art Show of one or more of our member artists. We even provide the refreshments!

Produced by the American Canyon Arts Foundation [amcanart.org]

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Solano Community College

Join us for the Basic Needs Fair on Wednesday, March 6th from 11AM - 3PM & 5PM - 7PM, outside of the 1400 building.

*The event will be moved inside of 1400 in case of rain

Contact christina.rodriguez@solano.edu if you have any questions.

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Fabulous & Fierce Makers Faire

Saturday, March 9th, 10am 'til 3pm

Event page [facebook.com/events/1841766426236296]

Produced by TBG Productions [facebook.com/TBGProductionsca]

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Fabulous & Fierce Makers Faire! Get ready for a day filled with creativity, innovation, and fun. Join us at 418 Georgia St for this exciting in-person event. Explore a wide range of exhibits showcasing the incredible talents of makers from all around. From handmade crafts to cutting-edge technology, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with fellow makers, discover new ideas, and be inspired. Mark your calendars and get ready to be amazed at the Fabulous & Fierce Makers Faire!

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* "Holding Back The Years" (ft. Martin Kember) [youtube.com/watch?v=gNhlS6wO-BY]

* "Angel" (ft. Martin Kember, El DeBarge, Sheila E, Eddie M.) [youtube.com/watch?v=B1GzB753bMQ]

* "Fly Again" (ft. Leah Tysse & The Curtis Family C-Notes) [youtube.com/watch?v=t7a2-G7YSt8]

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Come join us for a free screening of The 50 documentary and Q&A!

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Don’t miss the SPRING edition of the popular Rancho

Solano Holiday Boutique featuring all HANDCRAFTED items!

• 75 local and Bay Area artists and artisans!

• FREE sign-up for great door prizes donated by the artists and artisans!

• FREE ADMISSION and PARKING!

• Please bring a canned good donation to our local food bank

🌷 Find special something for yourself, your home, and unique items for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, weddings, graduations and

other spring/summer events.

Easy to find – look for the green and yellow signs.

🌷Artisan and Shopper Information:

🌷Brenda@BrendaMossaEvents.com

🌷1+ (707) 646-9006

Rancho Solano Spring Fling

The Clubhouse at Rancho Solano Golf Course

3250 Rancho Solano Pkwy * Fairfield 94534

Sunday, March 17, 2024

10 am-5 pm

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2024 Art Extravaganza

[amcanart.org/single-project]

April 12-13, Napa Junction Community Center, 300 Napa Junction, American Canyon

This is a community art show--all entries are accepted and will be shown. Thanks to a generous grant from Arts Council Napa Valley, this year's theme is Cultural Diversity. Not only will there be art, but we will also offer an evening of ethnic food and dance.

This free event is also our biggest fund raiser, so please be ready to bid high on our Silent Auction items.

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2nd Saturdays Vallejo [facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555431471956]

Produced by TGB Productions [facebook.com/TBGProductionsca]

We are looking for the following to fill-out some spots at this monthly event EVERY 2nd SATURDAYS If you sell any of this and/or want to sell any of this at the 2nd Saturday’s Vallejo starting in April at the Vallejo Waterfront please DM me or TBG Productions. We can accept anyone interested in a spot or for anyone wanting to advertise and grow their business here alongside 100+ businesses. Looking for LOCAL. We already have plenty of Bay Area and Sacramento vendors.

Kettle corn

Lemonade

Pizza

Burgers

Mini Donuts

Tea

Pickles

Salsas

Vegan food

Honey

Salads

Ice cream or sorbet or shaved ice or Italian Ice

Clothing

Antiques

Thrifts

Furnishings

Kid toys

Kawaii stuff

Sportswear or fitness clothing and accessories

Thanks for your help!

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Pangora's Box: An Oddities Market

April 13 & 14, 2024, [facebook.com/PangorasBox]

Pangora's Box is pleased to introduce you to our new Annual Oddities Market on April 13 & 14, 2024. Yes, that is PanGORa (think blood and gore). Weird handmade oddities & endless imagination combine in an epic shopping experience of the strange and unusual. This is a new adventure where all of your dreams (and nightmares) can come true. You will find an amazing assortment of collectables & handmade items from vendors travelling from all over California and beyond.

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Bay Area Butterfly Festival

Sunday, May 15th, 7am to 5pm, $5, children 12 & under are Free!

At the Vallejo People's Garden, 850 Nimitz Avenue, on Mare Island in Vallejo!

Event page [facebook.com/events/1857211164694902]

The Bay Area Butterfly Festival will serve to educate and inspire the public about environmental conservation and the various ways people can support pollinators, including the Western Monarch Butterfly.