n "Humbug" — 7 p.m. Nov. 2-3. Auditions open to actors of all ages. No participation fee. Rehearsals begin Nov. 9. Presented by Antioch Children's Theatre. Virginia J. Calisesi Studio Theatre, 512 W. Second St. Call 925-777-0859 or visit www.antiochchildrenstheatre.com.
Classes/workshops
Ambrose Ball Room Dancing Classes — 7:30-9 p.m. beginning Nov. 3. Learn the fox trot, tango, waltz, swing, rumba and cha-cha. Couples recommended but not required. Ambrose Community Center, 3105 Willow Pass Road, Bay Point. $30. Registration: 925-458-1601. Coping with the Holidays Grief Workshop — 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 10. Hospice of the East Bay offers a workshop for people who have experienced the death of a loved one and find the holiday season to be a sad and stressful time of the year. 350 John Muir Parkway, Brentwood. Registration: 925-887-5681.fundraisers
Wine Tasting Benefit — 1-5 p.m. Nov. 1. Proceeds benefit Elks-sponsored charities. Craft boutique, hors d'oeuvres and door prizes. Sponsored by the Ladies of the Elks. Must be 21 to attend. $15. Pittsburg Elks Lodge, 200 Marina Blvd. 925-432-6905. Buddy Poppies — The VFW Post 10789 will distribute "Buddy Poppies" Nov. 6 and 7 at the following Brentwood locations: Safeway on Second Street, Safeway on Balfour Road and Raley's on Sand Creek Road. Poppies are assembled by veterans in veterans hospitals and homes. All proceeds benefit the welfare and well-being of veterans' dependents in need and their orphans. Call Nick, 925-634-4557. Crafty Quilters Fall Boutique and Fundraiser — Noon- 6:45 p.m. Nov. 6; noon-8 p.m. Nov. 7; and 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 8. Hand-sewn quilts, home décor, holiday items, baby items, baked goods and a raffle for an American Girl doll. Proceeds will benefit church projects. Immaculate Heart of Mary, 500 Fairview Ave., Brentwood. Grandparents Holiday Boutique and Luncheon — 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 7. All proceeds benefit St. Peter Martyr School. An assortment of gift items, including homemade jams, cookies and candies; aromatherapy candles; decorative China and glassware; arts and crafts; and more. Enjoy a hot lunch, live holiday music, pictures with Santa and raffles. St. Peter Martyr School, cafeteria, 425 W. Fourth St., Pittsburg. Free parking. Call Terry Matejcek, 925-432-7292. Theater
"The Odd Couple" — 2 and 8 p.m. Oct. 31. The story of two newly divorced men, good friends but with extremely different habits and tastes. A Hapgood Theatre play. Nick Rodriguez Theatre, 213 F St., Antioch. $22-$40. Reservations: 925-757-9500 or at www.hapgoodtheatre.org.Events
Black Diamond Lines Model Train Show — 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. A show with detailed layouts for anyone interested in learning about model trains. 425 Fulton Shipyard Road, Antioch. Adults $2, seniors and children 6-12 $1. Children younger than 6 admitted free. www.blackdiamondlines.org. Author Book Signing — 5:30 p.m. Nov. 4. Join author Daniel Kleinman while he discusses and signs copies of his book, "Living With a Gamer." Find out whether you are a gamer. A percentage of the day's sales for this book will benefit Park Middle School. Barnes and Noble, 5709 Lone Tree Way, Antioch. Free and open to the public. Call 925-978-1053. Discovery Bay Yacht Club Splashers Holiday Boutique — 4-8 p.m. Nov. 7 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 8. Offering a variety of items, including jewelry, clothing, Christmas decorations, trees and ornaments. Complimentary appetizers. Open to all. 5871 Marina Blvd. Antioch Historical Society Sports Legend Athlete Inductions — 1-4 p.m. Nov. 7. Meet and greet the newest inductees at an open house where new displays and plaques will be unveiled. Antioch Historical Society Museum, 1500 W. Fourth St. 925-864-3690. Free Family Fishing Day — 8 a.m. Nov. 7. Bring the family and enjoy a day of fishing in a beautiful setting. A morning fishing lesson for all ages followed by fishing derby with prizes for the kids. Los Vaqueros Marina, 9990 Los Vaqueros Road, Brentwood (south side of the reservoir). Registration: 925-371-2628. Parking fees may apply.
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