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Month of September, 2009
Community Events
| Arts Benicia Auction Preview | | Tuesday, September 1 | | Preview continues to Sep 12. For information contact 707-747-0131 or click on weblink. |  |
| Summer Breezes Art Show | | Tuesday, September 1 | Now through Sept 15: Art works by
seven women artists in the Nourot Gallery. Paintings in oil and acrylic,
Glycee prints,and pastels.
For gallery hours and more information contact 707-745-1463 or click on attached web link.Nourot Studio, 675 East H Street | |
| Cruise Night | | Tuesday, September 1 5:30 pm | Cruise Nights start at 5:30 p.m. and go until 8 or 9 p.m. Enjoy classic cars, cool sounds, and free raffle prizes. A car is picked for Car of the Night.
For more information, contact Ken Garrett at 707-718-3070 or Tom Biagi at 415-264-2779.Location: Rosie's Cafe, 3001 Bayshore Rd., off I-680, Benicia | |
| Candidate's Night | | Wednesday, September 2 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Meet the City Council Candidates. Know the issues and the candidate’s positions. Be an informed voter! Forum will be televised on local cable channel 27.
Sponsored by Benicia Chamber of Commerce Legislative Affairs Committee.
Council Chambers at City Hall, 250 East L Street | |
| Tour Benicia State Capitol | | Thursday, September 3 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Informal tours of the Benicia Capitol highlight the California Legislature of 1853 and 1854.
$3 adults (18 & over); $2 for 6 to 17 year olds, children 5 and under are free. For more information call 707-745-3385.115 West G Street | |
| Tour Fischer-Hanlon House | | Thursday, September 3 2:00 pm | Tour Federalist style home established by the Fischer family in the 1850's.
$3 adults (18 & over); $2 for 6 to 17 year olds, children 5 and under are free. Limit of 7 per tour. For more information contact 707-745-3385.
115 West G Street (next to Benicia State Capitol) | |
| Certified Farmers Market | | Thursday, September 3 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Farm fresh produce, crafts, organic & gourmet food, baked goods, musical entertainment and more. Kids activities including inflatable bounce.
Every Thursday now through October. For more information call (707) 745-9791.
Downtown Benicia, First & B Streets | |
| First Friday Movie Night | | Friday, September 4 | | Movie: Momma Mia. For details please contact Benicia Main Street 707-745-9791. | |
| First Fridays on First Street | | Friday, September 4 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Participating merchants will stay open from 6-9 p.m. and celebrate "Wearable Art" Focus on Fashion Fun. In-store events and activities will showcase the very best that downtown Benicia has to offer!
For more information call Benicia Main Street 707-745-9791 or click on web link.Downtown Benicia, First Street | |
| Community Blood Drive | | Monday, September 7 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm | | Donors must be 17 years or older, in good general health, and weigh at least 110 lbs. For more information call 707-745-0899. First Baptist Church, 1055 Southampton Road | |
| Cruise Night | | Tuesday, September 8 5:30 pm | Cruise Nights start at 5:30 p.m. and go until 8 or 9 p.m. Enjoy classic cars, cool sounds, and free raffle prizes. A car is picked for Car of the Night.
For more information, contact Ken Garrett at 707-718-3070 or Tom Biagi at 415-264-2779.Location: Rosie's Cafe, 3001 Bayshore Rd., off I-680, Benicia | |
| "Expanding Experience" - Open Studio Wine Tasting | | Wednesday, September 9 | | Sponsored by the Benicia Rotary Club. For tickets and information, contact 707-745-6650. | |
| Certified Farmers Market | | Thursday, September 10 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Farm fresh produce, crafts, organic & gourmet food, baked goods, musical entertainment and more. Kids activities including inflatable bounce.
Every Thursday now through October. For more information call (707) 745-9791.
Downtown Benicia, First & B Streets | |
| Summer Breeze Art Show | | Friday, September 11 | Now through Sept 15: Art works by
seven women artists in the Nourot Gallery. Paintings in oil and acrylic,
Glycee prints,and pastels.
For gallery hours and more information contact 707-745-1463 or click on attached web link.Nourot Studio, 675 East H Street | |
| Antique Handpump Fire Equipment Demo | | Saturday, September 12 10:00 am to 10:30 am | Learn about the 1850's "Griffen" antique handpump fire engine demonstrated by Benicia Fire Museum volunteers as they wash down the Benicia Capitol steps.
No charge. For more information contact 707-745-3385.Benicia State Capitol, 115 West G Street | |
| Benicia Police Department Open House | | Saturday, September 12 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Demonstrations: K-9 @ 11:30 am, 12:30 & 1:30 pm. Motorcycles @ noon, 1 & 2 pm. 9-1-1 for Kids Bicycle Partol, Child Fingerprint Kits, Child Safety Seat inspections (call for an appointment 707-746-4242); Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE), Neighborhood Watch Program, Patrol Units, SWAT Equipment, Volunteer Program.
There will also be hot dogs and refreshments available. For more information call 707-746-4265.200 East L Street | |
| Arts Benicia 17th Annual Benefit Art Auction & Gala | | Saturday, September 12 5:00 pm | | Silent Auction 5-7 p.m., live auction and dinner begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25 until Sept. 5 / $40 after Sept. 5. Reserve your table at 707-747-0131 or click on weblink for information. Arts Benicia Gallery, 991 Tyler Street, Suite 114 (in the Benicia Arsenal) | |
| Spenger Garden Music Series: Dream Posse | | Saturday, September 12 8:00 pm | Benicia Historical Museum in association with Red Dragonfly Productions presents: Dream Posse - Acoustic-electric folk/rock/blues with 5-part harmonies, evoking heartland, nostalgia, a sprinkling of originals and hard to find B-sides.
$20 general admission. Beer, wine available. For tickets call 707-745-5435 or click on web link to purchase on-line.Benicia Historical Museum's Stone Hall, 2024 Camel Road | |
| Cruise Night | | Tuesday, September 15 5:30 pm | Cruise Nights start at 5:30 p.m. and go until 8 or 9 p.m. Enjoy classic cars, cool sounds, and free raffle prizes. A car is picked for Car of the Night.
For more information, contact Ken Garrett at 707-718-3070 or Tom Biagi at 415-264-2779.Location: Rosie's Cafe, 3001 Bayshore Rd., off I-680, Benicia | |
| Tour Benicia State Capitol | | Thursday, September 17 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Informal tours of the Benicia Capitol highlight the California Legislature of 1853 and 1854.
$3 adults (18 & over); $2 for 6 to 17 year olds, children 5 and under are free. For more information call 707-745-3385.115 West G Street | |
| Tour Fischer-Hanlon House | | Thursday, September 17 2:00 pm | Tour Federalist style home established by the Fischer family in the 1850's.
$3 adults (18 & over); $2 for 6 to 17 year olds, children 5 and under are free. Limit of 7 per tour. For more information contact 707-745-3385.
115 West G Street (next to Benicia State Capitol) | |
| Certified Farmers Market | | Thursday, September 17 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Farm fresh produce, crafts, organic & gourmet food, baked goods, musical entertainment and more. Kids activities including inflatable bounce.
Every Thursday now through October. For more information call (707) 745-9791.
Downtown Benicia, First & B Streets | |
| Geology Class for Children | | Friday, September 18 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | | Geology at the museum for children 8 to 11. Cost $30. Learn the answers to questions about our earth! For information and reservations call 707-745-5435 or click on web link. Benicia Historical Museum, 2024 Camel Road, in the Benicia Industrial Park | |
| Fischer-Hanlon House Tour | | Saturday, September 19 | Tours at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Three generations of Fischer family lived in this home, restored to 1880's appearance.
$3 adults (18 & over); $2 youth 6-17, children 5 and under are free. For more information contact 707-745-3385.115 West G Street (next to Benicia State Capitol) | |
| 36th Annual Fine Arts & Craft Fair | | Saturday, September 19 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | | Featuring the work of over 150 artisans and craftpersons - from fine arts to home & garden, jewelry, gifts, furniture, floral, holiday decorations, ceramics, specialty clothing, watercolors, photography, & more! Participants are pre-screened to ensure a quality show. Event will be held rain or shine; admission & parking free; (707)745-2120. Downtown Benicia, First Street | |
| A Taste of Pasta | | Saturday, September 19 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Taste the best Pasta Purveyors of Solano County! Door prizes and raffle items. $25 per person, available at the museum.
For more information call 707-745-5435 or click on web link.Stone Hall & Spenger Garden, Benicia Historical Museum, 2024 Camel Rd. | |
| Vallejo Symphony Opening Night | | Saturday, September 19 8:00 pm | Saturday September 19th - Vallejo Symphony Opening Night - Handel's Overture to “Royal Fireworks Music," Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor featuring pianist Wonny Song, Brahms' Symphony No. 1 in C minor. David Ramadanoff conducting.
$15 - $40. Charge by phone 707-643-4441 or click on attached web link.Hogan High Auditorium, 850 Rosewood, Vallejo | |
| Fischer-Hanlon House Tour | | Sunday, September 20 | Tours at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Three generations of Fischer family lived in this home, restored to 1880's appearance.
$3 adults (18 & over); $2 youths 6-17, children 5 and under are free. For more information contact 707-745-3385.115 West G Street (next to Benicia State Capitol) | |
| Taste of First Street | | Tuesday, September 22 | Sample foods at various stops along First Street. Tickets $30 per person or 2 for $50. Only 300 tickets available and go on sale Sept. 7th.
For details contact Benicia Main Street 707-745-9791 or click on web link. | |
| Cruise Night | | Tuesday, September 22 5:30 pm | Cruise Nights start at 5:30 p.m. and go until 8 or 9 p.m. Enjoy classic cars, cool sounds, and free raffle prizes. A car is picked for Car of the Night.
For more information, contact Ken Garrett at 707-718-3070 or Tom Biagi at 415-264-2779.Location: Rosie's Cafe, 3001 Bayshore Rd., off I-680, Benicia | |
| Tour Benicia State Capitol | | Thursday, September 24 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Informal tours of the Benicia Capitol highlight the California Legislature of 1853 and 1854.
$3 adults (18 & over); $2 for 6 to 17 year olds, children 5 and under are free. For more information call 707-745-3385.115 West G Street | |
| Tour Fischer-Hanlon House | | Thursday, September 24 2:00 pm | Tour Federalist style home established by the Fischer family in the 1850's.
$3 adults (18 & over); $2 for 6 to 17 year olds, children 5 and under are free. Limit of 7 per tour. For more information contact 707-745-3385.
115 West G Street (next to Benicia State Capitol) | |
| Certified Farmers Market | | Thursday, September 24 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Farm fresh produce, crafts, organic & gourmet food, baked goods, musical entertainment and more. Kids activities including inflatable bounce.
Every Thursday now through October. For more information call (707) 745-9791.
Downtown Benicia, First & B Streets | |
| TGIF Singles Night at the Museum | | Friday, September 25 | Once a month singles gathering at the museum. Cost is $5 donation and a side dish or dessert to share. Drinks, hot dogs and music will be provided.
If you plan to come, RSVP to Larry at 707-745-5662 or email: llauber@sonic.net.Stone Hall, Benicia Historical Museum, 2024 Camel Road (in the Benicia Industrial Park) | |
| 7th Annual Fall Follies Talent Show | | Saturday, September 26 | | "Benicia's Got Talent: Broadway Bound" 7th Annual community talent show spotlighting local talent, sponsored by Soroptimist International of Benicia. Tickets $15 adults; 12 yrs & under $10, available at Benicia Main Street, 90 First Street. Doors open at 6 pm / showtime 7 pm. For more information, call 707-746-7039. Hayley Horn Auditorium, Benicia High School, 1101 Military West | |
| Benicia Community Action Council Wellness Fair | | Saturday, September 26 10:00 am to 3:00 pm | Free health screenings (osteoporosis, cholesterol, blood glucose, blood pressure, hearing tests, colon cancer tests, personal wellness profiles, etc.)lectures, information booths & representatives from public agencies in attendance. "Brown bag medication evaluations" (bring all of your medications & supplements in a bag to have them evaluated for any adverse interactions). Evaluations for which Part D of Medicare will save you the most money, nutrition guidelines, supplement info, exercise & fitness info & demonstrations, American Cancer Society cancer prevention info, Alzheimers info & resources, Senior Advocacy Services, Social Security Admin. representatives, medical equipment, homeopathic evaluations, Reiki demos, massage, skin care, Chiropractic evaluations, substance abuse info and more! Free healthy snacks.
For more information contact Gayla Reiter at 707-745-0105 or email: gayla@mindspring.comLocation: Benicia Senior Center, 1201 East 2nd Street | |
| Spenger Garden Music Series: The Tempest | | Saturday, September 26 8:00 pm | Benicia Historical Museum in association with Red Dragonfly Productions presents: The Tempest - Electric folk rock, high-energy folk rock fusing Irish reels, Scottish ballads, Norwegian influences and world music.
$20 general admission. Beer, wine available. For tickets call 707-745-5435 or click on web link to purchase on-line.Benicia Historical Museum's Stone Hall, 2024 Camel Road | |
| Jokers of Ace Comedy for a Cause | | Sunday, September 27 8:00 pm | | Benefiting Benicia Public Library Adult Literacy Program. Features Don Friesen. For tickets or information, contact Red Dragonfly Productions (707) 771-0140 or click on web link. Benicia High School, Haley Horn Auditorium, 1101 Military West, Benicia | |
| McCune Collection Fall Lecture Series | | Monday, September 28 2:00 pm | Take a peek into the diminutive world of minature arts, including needle working, petit pointe, rug hooking, crewel embroidery, and braiding of miniature items.
Light refreshments and informal conversation with guest lecturer. Free.McCune Room, John F. Kennedy Library, Vallejo | |
| Cruise Night | | Tuesday, September 29 5:30 pm | Cruise Nights start at 5:30 p.m. and go until 8 or 9 p.m. Enjoy classic cars, cool sounds, and free raffle prizes. A car is picked for Car of the Night.
For more information, contact Ken Garrett at 707-718-3070 or Tom Biagi at 415-264-2779.Location: Rosie's Cafe, 3001 Bayshore Rd., off I-680, Benicia | |
| Fashion Week | | Wednesday, September 30 | | September 30 through October 4: An event focused on fabulous fashion featuring displays, demonstrations and Fashion Shows! For more details contact Benicia Main Street 707-745-9791 or click on web link. | |
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