Petsmart, Century Plaza, 4655 Century Blvd., Pittsburg. Sponsored by Homeless Animals Response Program. Call 92 or visit HARP cat and dog adoptions - Noon-3 p.m. Black Diamond Mines Regional Parks, 5175 Somersville Road, Antioch. Explore the underground through a guided tour and learn its history, geology, and the methods used to mine the sandstone. Call 92 or e-mail Hazel-Atlas Mine Tours - Noon and 3 p.m. Develop the basis of a historical, folk tale or personal story under the guidance of an experienced teller. Learn story sources, story elements, construction and presentation skill. Participate in a three session workshop in the art of oral storytelling. Basic Storytelling Skills for Adults - 1-2:20 p.m.Call the Antioch Chamber of commerce for details, 925 757-1800. The teams with the top three point totals will win prizes. Teams participate in all races and will be awarded points at each business challenge location as well as for the order in which they finish. E-mail or visit The Great Race of Antioch - Sign in 8 a.m., race begins 9 a.m.
Adoption opportunities through local rescue groups adoption specials for all shelter animals dog license amnesty (no late fees this day only) agility demonstration raffle items and kids activities featuring a coloring contest. Be Kind to Animals Celebration - 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.Targeted areas are within walking distance. Meet at the Auto Zone parking lot, 1623 A St., and receive your equipment. Join the Antioch Police Department and your neighbors to help improve the quality of life in Antioch. Call Josie, 92, e-mail or visit Antioch Neighborhood Cleanup - 9-11 a.m. An old fashioned craft fair with handcrafted items and baked goods. Proceeds benefit ongoing projects supporting military troops, veterans and families. Antioch Military Families & Friends Craft Fair - 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Lions Blind Center, 175 Alvarado Ave., Pittsburg. Pancakes, sausage eggs, and more prepared by Lions Club members. Proceeds benefit programs for the visually impaired. Ambrose Lions Club Pancake Breakfast - 8 a.m.-noon.Brentwood Aquatic Complex, 195 Griffith Lane. Reservations required: Contact Carol Huff, 92 or e-mail relay4life Brentwood Weekend Recreation Swim Opens - Noon-7 p.m. Church of the Good Shepherd, 3200 Harbor St., Pittsburg. All survivors will receive a special gift bag and a 2009 Relay for Life survivors T-shirt. Enjoy an afternoon with entertainment, raffles and celebrating cancer survivors.
Call 92 or visit Relay for Life of Antioch Annual Hope Tea Survivor Celebration - 1 p.m. Los Vaqueros Interpretive Center, 19 Walnut Blvd., Brentwood. Adults $20, youth 18 and under $10, groups of four or more adults $15.
The run starts near the marina and takes runners through some of the most beautiful scenery in the watershed.
Spring and early summer are busy times at the pond. The Deep, Murky Secrets of the Pond - 10 a.m.-noon.Proceeds will benefit AHS Grad Night activities for the class of 2009. Antioch High School Bake Sale - 10 a.m.-2 p.m.DeLuna Ranch, 7540 Balfour Road, Brentwood. N Old River Elementary School Fundraiser - 5-9 p.m.