This is a nice place for senior citizens there are plenty of games and different things to do they…read moreserve them lunch is totally air condition on hot days they have Bingo and different games for them to keep their minds occupied

A lot of bitter old acting seniors. Not one single person welcomed me or said hi. I guess all they…read morelike to do is stare at people and I'm sure talk about them. I'm 65 and when I went only a couple times I felt ancient around those people. They sit around playing board games and crocheting their only real activities are boring bingo or casino trips. I am not interested in those 2 things. The icing on the cake was the director Zee, I'm not sure but I think he's a man but definitely doesn't carry himself that way. He's very flamboyant. The first time I went there I would have thought he would introduce himself but all he/she did was stare at me. I have now joined a nearby Senior Center and it's very welcoming and very much unlike San Pablo Senior Center. I don't recommend this location. There are so many other options for seniors who don't feel ancient.

This "Community Center " goes for weeks/months with nothing other than the Monthly Drive through…read morefood bank. I live at Tara Hills Mobil Manor which borders their property. THMM is a senior retirement community with many low income residents. Many of the residents are on Social Security and the surrounding area has many low income seniors as well. For many years the Contra Costa Food Bank has been handing out food once a month to low income people in the parking lot of the facility. While the facility is owned by the County they have allowed The Fathers House, a church to hand out the food supplied by the food bank. The 200 plus families that received food this morning, were informed that Contra Costa County will no longer allow the distribution of food at the site. This makes no sense. The facility has no programs during the day on a weekly basis. The ball field is empty when games are not scheduled. I live next to the area the rode is seldom used. I doubt seriously that the surrounding food distribution sites will be able to absorb the families who are no longer able to receive food from this facility. How far can low income people afford to drive with the high cost of gas. Some even walk to pick up food. I went there today, there were many older people there, not young people who are able to work, retired, low income mostly. We were not given a reason, just told we cannot come back in January. I would like to know who do we talk to in order to at least be listened to and a reason for the loss of a place that serves and contributes to our Seniors and other low income groups.

Driving down San Pablo Ave, I was reminded by an old beat up sign of the existence of this…read morecommunity center where I played softball and took ballet lessons and painting classes (many many years ago). Montara Bay Community center and neighboring softball fields are situated between three sub-divisions - Montalvin, Tara Hills, and Bayview park in an unincorporated part of West Contra Costa County (on the border of Pinole, Richmond, and San Pablo) near Montalvin park and across the creek from Seaview Elementary which recently closed. The glory days, if there ever were any, are gone and from what I can tell it is only currently being used by the Tara Hills little league. Which is at least a good thing since apparently Measure AA spent 200K in the 80's to fix the fields up. It was sad to see the area so beat up as the neighboring creek in particular is a constant project for environmental groups.

There was a time when adult schools offered interesting, non-business classes during the day, and…read moreso did community centers. Budget cuts ended that. This center has stepped up and filled the void. They seem to have something for everyone. I belong to a weekly writing group. My medical insurance pays for gym classes at the center. They also offer lunch daily, that is cooked on the premise. Despite how many times I've used the Yelp check in, I can't really comment too much on the lunch. I've only eaten here for the holiday special lunches on Halloween. The food was good enough that I finished it; however, it might be seasoned for older people and be on the bland side. Being the duchess at a senior center horrified me at first, but then I decided what the heck, I'll continue to check in and write a review. Surprisingly this center is not filled with only old folks. After all, even if I use my adjusted age, I'm still might almost be old enough to participate

I went to visit the Senior Center because I was interested in their fitness program. I live in…read moreHercules but have never visited the Pinole Center. I have Silver Sneakers and the Pinole Senior Center was listed as a location. When I arrived I was treated with rudeness beyond words. I entered the building and was greeted by a women who spoke to me as though I had broken the law. She interrogated me and made me feel most unwelcomed, even though I told her I was there to get information. I won't be going back to this unfriendly environment and shame on them for calling themselves a Senior Center. There is definitely a lack of community service coming from this place

Me coming home from prison I was really stressed and over it . I reached out to lao family . And…read morethey really helped me in so many ways to help me gain back my self confidence myself dignity and becoming a independent person again everyone there has been so helpful And very encouraging and stern in a good way helped me focus This was a really good program and I'm blessed and thankful .. . . Everyone keep up the good work .

ATTENTION ALL EMPLOYMENT SEEKERS!!!! If you are need of employment support, please do yourself a…read morefavor and stop by Lao Family Community Center. They have an outstanding team of professionals, willing to go the extra mile in supporting your goals, albeit, employment, housing, taxes etc. I have had the absolute pleasure of having CATRINA HAYES support in my quest for employment. I've been out the game of job hunting for quite sometime and Catrina has made the process smooth and a lot less scary than i anticipated. She is truly awesome, and a consummate professional. She is extremely patient, thorough and detailed in her trainings and workshops. Again, as i mentioned previously, do yourself favor and stop by Loa Family Center in San Pablo. You will not regret it.

This place is awesome! There are many wonderful programs here for women, children, and families…read more They have leadership classes for adult women and another for middle school students where are they create learn to advocate in the community and do a service project. They run exercise programs, parenting classes and numerous other projects. They respond to needs of clients in crisis. I'm not a Latina nor do I speak Spanish but I do Feel the love and support the people and programs create.

From the owner: or almost 15 years, The Latina Center has been dedicated to improving the Physical, Mental and…read moreSpiritual health of Latina women and their families in the Bay Area, specifically in West Contra Costa County.

I registered for a 10 am workshop, but arrived shortly after the art center opened so I had time to…read moreleisurely view the works on display in the main gallery and in other smaller galleries. I am always impressed by the caliber of the work on display, regardless of whether it's the work of professionals or young children who have taken classes at the center or work from area schools in coordination with their art teachers. Workshop participants created a paper plate "succulent" to take home. Although the workshop required pre-registration, it was free. Many parents worked along side their young children,?while teenagers clustered together. The presenter's own sculptures reminded me of Dr Seuss drawings come to life. It was evident that a fun time was had by all.

Came here for the spring exhibitions opening reception and had a great time. Was a bit surprised…read morethat masking was still required indoors but they provided masks at the front. The exhibits were nicely organized and flowed well. The Richmond Art Center seems well-maintained overall and they did an excellent job with the opening reception, including the yummy food and drinks in the courtyard. I just wish they had more seating during events. While making my way around, I saw artwork from local students as well and the classrooms in the back which was cool. If you're an East Bay local, I highly recommend stopping by the Richmond Art Center at some point or checking out their class offerings.