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It's Coming!! The Historic Point Richmond Fall Fest 2009 October 10th

Yep, another great party in Richmond! Click here for the full poster and Click Here for more information.

 

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Contact: Andrew Butt

Email: PtRichmondFallFest@gmail.com

Phone: (510) 236-1404

 

COMMUNITY OF POINT RICHMOND TO HOLD FIRST EVER FALL FEST

ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10TH

 

All Day Festival to Feature Live Music, Arts, Beer Garden, Pumpkin Patch,

Chili Cook-off, and More

 

The historic neighborhood of Point Richmond, equal parts family-friendly and fun-loving, will hold its first-ever Fall Fest on Saturday, October 10th. Fall Fest will feature live music, an arts fair, beer garden, chili cook-off and fall-inspired activities for people of all ages and interests. All this takes place from 10 AM to 8 PM on Washington Avenue and Park Place in downtown Point Richmond, just off the 580 freeway. The event is a collaborative effort by the Point Richmond Business Association, Point Richmond Music, Parents Resources and More, and Arts of Point Richmond. Admission is free.

Live music:

7 bands to take the stage, schedule TBA

Asheba - Caribbean music for children

Blue Hand Band - blues, rock & roll, rhythm & blues, reggae, motown, funk

Claudia Russell and the Folk Unlimited Orchestra - folk & blues from nationally acclaimed singer-songwriter and band

Crunchy Frog - professional band of kids age 10-14 who play rock & pop classics

Freeball & Lightning - rock-loud rock Michael Van & the Movers - Americana/bluegrass/folk

Static Thought - forward thinking hardcore punk band

Children’s Activities:

Face Painting

Jugglers

Pumpkin Patch

Hay Ride

“We’re taking the classic fall fest concept and putting our Point Richmond stamp on it--come one, come all, celebrate diversity and the arts, and bring your dancing shoes,” said Andrew Butt, . “We love sharing our neighborhood with our friends from all over the Bay Area and beyond. There will truly be something for everybody.”

All day long, The Point Richmond Community center will hold an “Edible Garden” themed open house, featuring tutorials such as “world cooking for kids,” “how to create your personal outdoor paradise,” and more.