Public meeting on the future of Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
Caltrans officials will host a series of public hearings on its plans for the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. Topics will include whether the bridge should have a multi-use lane for bicycles and pedestrians at all times. The first public scoping meeting will be held on Mon., Nov. 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Richmond Memorial Auditorium and Convention Center, 403 Civic Center Plaza. Questions can be asked, but public comments must be submitted in writing to Caltrans by Dec. 4.
Earthquake preparedness for residents, business owners
The city and the West Contra Costa Fire Safe Council are inviting Richmond and El Sobrante residents and business owners to a free earthquake preparedness seminar. What’s Shaking will discuss what people can do to protect their homes and businesses before the next major earthquake hits. Research scientist Amy Williamson from the Seismological Laboratory at UC Berkeley will be there. The event is Sat., Nov. 14, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at The Good Table Gathering Space, 5166 Sobrante Ave., El Sobrante.
East Bay Center for the Performing Arts is accepting applications
The East Bay Center for the Performing Arts is accepting applications from seventh-graders who want to join its Young Artist Diploma Program, a six-year free program where children receive 43 weeks of instruction per year in music, dance, theater, filmmaking and digital arts. Applications are due by Dec. 6.
Scholarships available for California kids born after July 1, 2022
The California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS) is encouraging parents and guardians to apply for its scholarship program, launched in 2022 to help jump-start college savings plans for children. Every child born after July 1, 2022 in California gets a $175 scholarship. Parents and guardians need to claim the money to start managing their accounts. Officials said $3.6 million in scholarships have been awarded to 42,000 children in Contra Costa County.
Sponsors sought for holiday gift program for cancer patients
The Tim & Jeannie Hamann Foundation is looking for sponsors for a pilot Adopt-a-Family holiday program that aims to match individuals, businesses and corporate organizations with cancer patients and their families. Once matched, the sponsors receive a gift list for members of their holiday family, with a suggested budget of $75 per family member. Sponsors will be matched with families through Nov. 23. Gifts are due at the foundation’s offices by Dec. 11.
