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Hey there, Martinez! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How one Martinez living room will split for today’s 49ers game

Also on today's calendar: Local History: The Anza Expedition 250th Anniversary plus CCCHS celebrates 75 yrs. and 4 more events.

Find out what's happening in Martinezfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: I am on a seafood diet. 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Martinezfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Sunday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 60 and low of 34 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 61, low: 35.
  • Tuesday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 63 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• A house divided: 49ers-Eagles rivalry runs through Bay Area family (ktvu.com) — A Martinez family is gearing up for a playful but intense showdown as 13-year-old Eagles fan Mac Hill faces off against his 49ers-loving dad Justin during Sunday’s NFC playoff game. Their friendly rivalry, complete with lucky jerseys, school teasing, and plenty of smack talk, will culminate with both cheering loudly for opposite sides at a family home in Martinez.
   


📸 Around Martinez

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Martinez

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Other local events
    Tuesday January 13
  • Clutter-Free in 2026: How to Let Go and Get Organized
    Martinez Library , 740 Court Street , Martinez
    6:00 pm
  • Thursday January 15
  • Computer Docent Help at Martinez Library
    Martinez Library , 740 Court Street , Martinez
    10:00 am
  • Saturday January 17
  • Martinez Library Storytime
    Martinez Library , 740 Court Street , Martinez
    10:00 am
  • How to Read Korean
    Martinez Library , 740 Court Street , Martinez
    3:00 pm
  • Friday January 23
  • AniMeals Martinez
    1301 Alhambra Ave , Martinez
    8:00 pm
  • Saturday January 24
  • Local History: The Anza Expedition 250th Anniversary plus CCCHS celebrates 75 yrs.
    Concord Museum and Event Center, 1928 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA, 94519
    11:30 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Monday January 12
  • Drop-In Shop for Adults
    Contra Costa County Public Library , 1750 Oak Park Boulevard , Pleasant Hill
    6:00 pm
  • The Goodness of Sleep
    Contra Costa County Public Library , 1750 Oak Park Boulevard , Pleasant Hill
    6:30 pm
  • Tuesday January 13
  • Wild Things Animal Show for Teens
    Contra Costa County Public Library , 1750 Oak Park Boulevard , Pleasant Hill
    2:45 pm
  • Read to a Dog
    Lafayette Library and Learning Center , 3491 Mt Diablo Blvd , Lafayette
    3:00 pm
  • Clutter-Free in 2026: How to Let Go and Get Organized
    Martinez Library , 740 Court Street , Martinez
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Maybe this we’ll post this time.
    My dog Lola was let out of my yard on Dale road when some workers Next door put a hole in my fence. She is 13 years old but still very spry. This… (Nextdoor Alhambra Valley)
  • These gals are still looking for their forever home!
    They will be available at CC4C’s main adoption site at Newell Ave this weekend. (Nextdoor Vinehill)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Janitorial Associate in Martinez. Apply here.
  • SAS Retail Services posted a job opening for Retail Stocking/Shelving Merchandiser in Martinez. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Martinez here.

🗞 Nearby News

Pleasant Hill

  • Man Shot in the Neck Thursday Night in Antioch (contracosta.news)
  • Revolutionizing Beauty and Wellness Resources in East Bay (diablomag.com)
  • Louisiana Tech Adds Edge Rusher Kaden McIver from Diablo Valley (on3.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

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