Delta Protection Commission

Olde Tyme Christmas Faire
2019-12-08 11:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rio Vista Museum, 16 N Front St, Rio Vista, 94571
Stroll through the Rio Vista Museum and be transported back in tyme. Shop for the perfect hand-crafted gift from local artisans and bite into baked goodies with the sounds of Christmas music cheer. The Olde Tyme Christmas Faire is part of a number of events happenings in Rio Vista to get you into the holiday spirit, including carols at the lighting of the Hospice Tree, and the lighted boat parade.

River City Marketplace
2019-12-14 11:00 - 16:00 | The Barn, 985 Riverfront St, West Sacramento, CA, 95691
Presenting artists, creatives, and small businesses of Sacramento all in one event! The River City Marketplace brings together all local artists and makers to showcase their work to the community. Enjoy the live music as you stroll through over 100 local vendors. With a variety of selection from fine arts, crafts, DIY, and gourmet food, there is something for everyone. Shop in a groovy atmosphere while supporting your local community.
For details, visit the River City Marketplace.

Isleton Tree Lighting
2019-12-14 17:30 - 18:30 | A St. & 2nd St., Isleton, CA, 95641
The City of Isleton invites you to join their community for their holiday tree lighting – a delightful opportunity to experience the charm of this Delta legacy community.

Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge Docent Tours
2019-12-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, 1624 Hood Franklin Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95757
Stroll along a flat, 2-mile trail to a wildlife viewing platform overlooking the wetlands to see possible visitors such as Sandhill cranes, shorebirds, and waterfowl. A volunteer will lead the walk and share the natural history of the area.
All ages are welcome. No reservations are required. Restrooms are available. Visit the website for more details.
(Image from U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service)

Haggin Museum Free Admission Day
2020-01-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Haggin Museum, 1201 N Pershing Ave, Stockton, CA, 95203
There is so much to explore at the Haggin Museum! You can explore Stockton’s regional history, walk the beautiful grounds, or see the current exhibition LUSTER: Realism and Hyper-realism in Contemporary Automobile and Motorcycle Painting. And you can do all of this for FREE every first Saturday of the month! Visit the Haggin Museum website for more information.

Sandhill Crane Tours
2020-01-04 15:30 - 17:30, 2020-01-05 15:30 - 17:30, 2020-01-11 15:30 - 17:30, 2020-01-12 15:30 - 17:30, 2020-01-18 15:30 - 17:30, 2020-01-19 15:30 - 17:30, 2020-02-01 16:00 - 18:00, 2020-02-02 16:00 - 18:00 and 1 more date | Woodbridge Ecological Reserve, 7730 W Woodbridge Rd., Lodi, CA, 95242
Head out to the Woodbridge Ecological Reserve to see the majestic Sandhill Cranes as they spend their winter in the Delta. Guided tours are held the first three weekends of each month from October through February. The tours involved very little walking so bring your camp chair to enjoy the cranes and other waterfowl. If you have binoculars, go ahead and bring those along as well, but they are not necessary!
Get more information and register early for the Sandhill Crane Wetland Tours.

Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Meeting
2020-01-09 17:30 | Walnut Grove Library, 14177 Market Street, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690
Agenda items include: approve election of 2020 DPAC Chair and Vice-Chair, a report on Delta Conveyance Design and Construction Authority Stakeholder Engagement Committee and Delta Isolated Conveyance CEQA Process, a report and consider recommendation to Delta Protection Commission regarding Delta transportation challenges, and an update on Delta Protection Commission activities.

Delta Community Design Workshop
2020-01-11 09:00 - 18:00 | Jean Harvie Community Center, 14273 River Road, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690
Are you a resident, or business owner interested in historic preservation, pedestrian-friendly streets, and economic development? Please join us for a collaborative workshop – inspired by the community action plans – to share your ideas for physical improvements to Sacramento River Delta communities. Or, come in the late afternoon to the open house to hear the communities’ design proposals.
Saturday, January 11
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (workshop – lunch & coffee Provided)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (presentation & open house – snacks & drinks provided)
Contact Blake Roberts for more information: (916) 375-4237 or email blake.roberts@delta.ca.gov.

Docent Tours of the Antioch Dunes
2020-01-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-02-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge, 801 Wilbur Ave., Antioch, CA, 94509
Every Second Saturday docents lead tours of the Antioch Dunes, a National Wildlife Refuge that is otherwise closed to the public. The Dunes are home to the endangered Antioch Dunes evening primrose, the Contra Costa wallflower, and the Lange’s metalmark butterfly. Put on your hiking shoes and grab your water bottle to explore the only wildlife refuge in the country that has been established to protect endangered plants and insects.
10:00 AM (1-1.5 hour walk). All ages welcome. No reservations required. No restroom facilities. Call 707-769-4200 for more information or visit the Antioch Dunes website.

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2020-01-16 17:30 | Oakley City Hall, 3231 Main St., Oakley, CA, 94561
Administrative Agenda
1. Call to Order & Flag Salute
2. Welcome & Roll Call
3. Public Comment – an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission regarding items not on the Agenda
4. Commissioner comments/announcements
Consent Agenda
5. Approve November 21, 2019 meeting minutes
Regular Agenda
6. Receive Executive Director report – Erik Vink
7. Receive Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) report – Mark Pruner, DPAC Chair
8. Consider approval of Delta Protection Commission 2019 Annual Report – Erik Vink
9. Delta National Heritage Area (NHA) – Dr. Blake Roberts and Erik Vink
a. Receive report on NHA efforts
b. Delegate authority to Executive Director to execute Cooperative Agreement with National Park Service regarding finances and administration
c. Consider appointment of Commission subcommittee
10. Receive report on DWR fiscal year 2018-19 funding for Delta levee projects – Laura Hollender and Christopher Williams, DWR
11. Consider Commission recommendation on proposed modifications to California Fish and Game Commission (CFGC) striped bass policy – Erik Vink
12. Receive update on Delta Conveyance project – Virginia Gardiner and Erik Vink
13. Adjourn

If you have any questions or need reasonable accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office at (916) 375-4800 or dpc@delta.ca.gov.
The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Commission meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Commission, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Commission welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Commission limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.

Planting at Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
2020-01-18 08:45 - 13:00 | Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, 1624 Hood Franklin Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95757
Put your gardening gloves on and take part in planting native seedlings along the edge of reclaimed agricultural lands. The Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge strives to plant over 100+ tree seedlings with the help of you and the community to provide meaningful habitats for the local wildlife.
To volunteer, visit the SacTree sign-up page.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
2020-01-19 18:00, 2020-01-20 10:00 | Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium, 525 N Center St, Stockton, CA, 95202
Commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his legacy that continues to inspire others today. This two-day event sounds off with vocalists and choirs on Sunday. Stockton pastors and leaders including Mayor Michael Tubbs will be giving a word to the community. Wake up Monday morning and stretch! Be prepared for the MLK Community March starting at 10 AM (registration starts 9 AM). Spend the rest of the afternoon with the family enjoying musical ensembles, praise dances, art projects, raffles, and vendors.
See the MLK Celebration event page for more details.

Native Peoples of the Sacramento Region
2020-01-21 19:00 | Jean Harvie Community Center, 14273 River Road, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690
Anthropologist David Stuart, former director of the Sacramento (currently Powerhouse) Science Center, will be presenting an illustrated lecture summarizing the 10,000+ years that Native people called this area home. Discussion includes some common stereotypes about the cultures of the Nisenan, Miwok, and Yokuts-speaking nations. Come and listen to learn about the intriguing past and culture of Native Americans.

For additional details, see the Sacramento River Delta Historical Society event flyer.

Delta Stewardship Council Meeting
2020-01-23 09:00

Cranes & Geese at Staten Island
2020-01-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Pittsburg/Bay Point BART station, 1700 W Leland Rd, Pittsburg, CA, 94565
Enjoy your weekend sightseeing waterfowl at their wintering site at Staten Island. Meet at the Pittsburg/Bay Point BART station at 9AM. This event is not just for adults but open to youths (9-17 years old) who are interesting in birding! Young birders need to be accompanied by an adult for this event. Be sure to bring your own binoculars, water, and snack for this adventurous day of birding.
For event details, see the Mt. Diablo Audubon Society event page.

Chinese New Year Celebration
2020-01-27 18:30 - 19:00 | Brentwood Library, 104 Oak Street, Brentwood, CA, 94513
In celebration of the Year of the Rat, watch lion dancers perform with high spirits and move in dramatic forms. Listen to live music by Concord Kung Fu Academy and be ready to be in awe this evening performance at the Brentwood Library.
For details, visit the Brentwood Community Center event page.

Sacramento Free Museum Day
2020-02-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Sacramento area
Sacramento is celebrating the 22nd annual Free Museum Day! Over 25 museums in Sacramento will be having free admission on Saturday, Feb 1. Take the family out for a museum trip to discover captivating stories and events in the Delta past. Museums in the Delta that you can visit include:

Locke Boarding House located in Locke, CA
Sacramento Regional Fire Museum located in West Sacramento, CA

In addition to celebrating Free Museum Day, The Locke Art Studio will be having a live silk painting demonstration at 11AM-12PM.
Find more details by visiting the Sacramento Museum Day.

San Joaquin Votes: Exercise Your Right
2020-02-01 11:30 - 17:00 | San Joaquin County Historical Society and Museum, 11793 Micke Grove Rd, Lodi, CA, 95240
2020 is a big year for politics with the presidential primary and general elections. Also, a celebration for the passage of the Nineteenth Amendment, giving women the right to vote! Visit the San Joaquin County Historical Museum as they put on their newest exhibit. February 1st is their opening event, so stop by for refreshments and the opening presentation. Throughout the exhibit, learn about various political parties, political districts, types of ballot measures, woman suffrage, historical political campaigns of San Joaquin County, and a lot more.
The exhibit will be open until March 1, 2020.
For details, visit the San Joaquin: Exercise Your Rights event page.

Haggin Museum Free Admission Day
2020-02-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Haggin Museum, 1201 N Pershing Ave, Stockton, CA, 95203
There is so much to explore at the Haggin Museum! You can explore Stockton’s regional history, walk the beautiful grounds, or see the current exhibitions. And you can do all of this for FREE every first Saturday of the month! Visit the Haggin Museum website for more information.

Tours of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
2020-02-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Yolo Wildlife Area (Meet in Parking Lot A), 45211 Co Rd 32B, Davis, caCA, 95618
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area field trips occur every month from October to June. Pack your sightseeing essentials and your walking shoes to get a view of flooded seasonal and permanent wetlands, native grasslands and young riparian forests. Depending on the season, look for migrating and resident waterfowl, shorebirds, songbirds, raptors, and wading birds. Other things to bring include water, binoculars, and comfortable shoes.
For details, visit the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area event page.
