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bo bolander, Steve Lamb, Stephanie Zuccaro and 4 more joined Benicia's Online Community Networkyesterday
Lynne, Dave and Suzie and David Hansen are attending Maria's eventyesterday
July 4, 2009 from 12pm to 7pm
July 4th, 12 noon-7 p.m. Picnic in the Park & Fireworks Benicia's City Park is filled with arts and crafts, delicious hot food, live entertainment, and children's activities. Fireworks start at approximately 9 p.m. at the foot of First Street
I'm getting my truffle shuffle ready now.
Erik Umenhofer is attending Maria's eventon Friday
July 17, 2009 from 6:30pm to 10pm
Music 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and movie "the Goonies" Free admission and popcorn, picnics welcome City Park Gazebo
Dave and Suzie is attending Maria's eventon Friday
July 3, 2009 from 6:30pm to 9pm
July 3, 6:30 p.m. Torchlght Parade Benicia's Independence Day parade stretches all the way down First Street and includes music, dancers, floats, horses, clowns, and live entertainment.
kenneth salas and Fred Schlatter were featuredon Friday
Fred Schlatter updated their profile photoon Friday
Tony is attending Maria's eventon Thursday
July 25, 2009 at 11am to July 26, 2009 at 8pm
July 25th, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. and July 26th 11 a.m.-6 p.m. The Carquinez Straits provide the picturesque backdrop for two days of live performances by top jazz musicians from the Bay Area and around the country, juried fine art marketplace, delectable...
Maria updated an eventon Thursday
July 25, 2009 at 11am to July 26, 2009 at 8pm
July 25th, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. and July 26th 11 a.m.-6 p.m. The Carquinez Straits provide the picturesque backdrop for two days of live performances by top jazz musicians from the Bay Area and around the country, juried fine art marketplace, delectable...
Maria added 2 eventson Thursday
Maria updated an eventon Thursday
July 2, 2009 at 4pm to July 9, 2009 at 8pm
Farm fresh produce, crafts, organic & gourmet food, baked goods, musical entertainment and more. Kids activities including inflatable bounce. Every Thursday now through October. For more information call (707) 745-9791. Downtown Benicia, First & ...
Erik Umenhofer added a discussionon Thursday
Has anyone had any experience having body work / chrome work done on 60's cars in the bay area? I wanted to start getting some estimates for my car.

BENICIA, Now and Then....



Benicia is a waterside city in Solano County, California, United States. It was the first city in California to be founded by Anglo-Americans, and briefly served as the state capital for nearly thirteen months. The population was 26,865 at the 2000 census. The city lies in the San Francisco Bay Area near San Francisco and Vallejo. Benicia is located on the north side of the Carquinez Strait, directly facing the city of Martinez.
The town can be divided into three areas: Southampton (north of Military), East Benicia (east of First Street), and West Benicia (west of First Street). Most of the town's older homes are on the east and west sides. The far east side has an industrial park, where the town's many local artists have rented out studio space. Also in or near the industrial park are the Valero oil refinery, the 1859 Clock Tower and the 1850s Camel Barns. The Benicia State Recreation Area is on the far west edge of the city. Southampton contains primarily stucco family homes, most of which were built between 1970 and 2000.
The main retail area in Benicia is First Street, which attracts out-of-town antique and boutique shoppers and those seeking small-town charm.


Benicia was founded on May 19, 1847 by Robert Semple, Thomas O. Larkin, and Comandante General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, on land sold to them by General Vallejo, and named for the General's wife, Francisca Benicia Carillo de Vallejo. The first intended name "Francisca" was dropped due to then, Yerba Buena changing its name to "San Francisco", so Mrs. Vallejo's second given name was used instead. Benicia was sixth site selected as the California state capital from February 11, 1853 to February 25, 1854, but the capital was then moved to Sacramento. The restored capital building is part of the Benicia Capitol State Historic Park. Benicia was also the county seat of Solano County until 1858 when that was moved to Fairfield.
From 1860-1861, Benicia was indirectly involved in the Pony Express. When riders missed their connection with a steamer in Sacramento, they would continue on to Benicia and cross over to Martinez via the ferry. [1] One of the earliest companies in California, the Pacific Mail Steamship Company, established a major shipyard in Benicia in the 19th century. Benicia became an important wheat storage and shipping site. It was also the site of the United States Army's Benicia Arsenal. In 1879, the Central Pacific Railroad re-routed the Sacramento-Oakland portion of its transcontinental line, establishing a major railroad ferry across the Carquinez Strait from Benicia to Port Costa. The world's largest ferry, the Solano, later joined by the even larger Contra Costa, carried entire trains across the Carquinez Strait from Benicia to Port Costa, from whence they continued on to the Oakland Pier. After California's wheat output dropped in the early 20th Century and especially after the Southern Pacific (which took over the operations of the Central Pacific) constructed a railroad bridge at Martinez in 1930 to replace the ferry crossing, Benicia declined until the economic boom of World War II, which doubled the population to about 7,000 residents.
Two developments in the early 1960s would completely change Benicia: The closing of the Benicia Arsenal in 1960–64, and the completion of the Benicia-Martinez Bridge in 1962. The closing of the Arsenal removed Benicia's traditional economic base, but allowed city leaders to create an industrial park on Arsenal land which eventually provided more revenue for the city than the Army had. The completion of the Benicia-Martinez Bridge made it possible for the city to become a suburb of San Francisco and Oakland, and suburban development in the Benicia hills began in the late 1960s.
Between 1970 and 1995, the population of Benicia grew steadily at a rate of about 1,000 people per year, and the city changed from a poor, blue-collar town of 7,000 to a white-collar bedroom suburb of 28,000.
The town is also the location of the Valero Refinery. The refinery was completed in 1969 by Exxon Corporation, and bought by Valero Refining, a San Antonio based oil company subsidiary in 2000. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency listed the Exxon refinery in Benicia among the top five facilities for toxic chemical releases to the environment in California in 1997. Flaring, most commonly associated with vapor plumes coming from tall stacks at the refineries – and the constantly-burning pilot lights visible at night – is the process used to burn off gases during "upsets," when something goes wrong and equipment must be shut down rapidly to avert an explosion or fire. Those emergencies can produce thick black clouds of unburned hydrocarbons, which in turn produce six-figure fines from the air district and local governments. Refineries face possible fines if they flare for more than three minutes. Many Benicians will say they have seen these flares for long periods of time.

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Erik Umenhofer

Classic Auto Work

Has anyone had any experience having body work / chrome work done on 60's cars in the bay area? I wanted to start getting some estimates for my car.

Started by Erik Umenhofer in Benicia News Jul 2.

Maria

Cuban restaurant in Vallejo opens tonight! 2 Replies

Havana Sol, a new restaurant bringing Cuban flavor to downtown Vallejo, opens tonight in conjunction with a sizzling serving of entertainment at the Empress Theater. "We're open and ready to do bus...

Started by Maria in Benicia News. Last reply by Maria Jun 29.

Maria

Neri talk will benefit nonprofit Arts Benicia

BENICIA -- An internationally known artist will lend a hand to a struggling nonprofit on Saturday. World-renowned sculptor and painter Manuel Neri -- a downtown Benicia resident since 1964 -- has a...

Started by Maria in Benicia News Jun 24.

Maria

Benicia police say it has been busy, but crime rate probably isn't rising

BENICIA -- It may look like there's been an uptick in serious crime here in recent weeks, but that's likely just perception, a police spokesman said Monday. Lt. Mike Daley made these assurances on ...

Started by Maria in Benicia News Jun 24.

J. Gomes

Your thoughts on The Rellik Tavern... 3 Replies

From the looks of the long lines out front. It looked like most of the town was able to experience the Grand Opening this weekend. Just wanted to find out everyones opinion. Maybe some suggestions.

Started by J. Gomes in Benicia new businesses. Last reply by Danielle Carr Jun 23.

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Jenessa Marcacci

Hello Benicia Community!

It has been a time since I have been on my Benicia.com site. Just checking in to see what is going on with my Community during this hard economic time. We all need to remember to lend our helping hand to those around us. It's not what we have that makes us who we are, its what we do that we are remembered by. This is a time for all of us, (not just in Benicia), to work together and not against one another. We all have goals and we can all help one another achieve them one person at a time. Take… Continue

Posted by Jenessa Marcacci on June 24, 2009 at 12:55pm — 1 Comment

Azeta Towfighi

Need a place to rent

Anyone looking for a place to rent?! There are two homes one in Vallejo off of Redwood Parkway and Ascot. A spacious two story 4 bedroom & 3 bathroom home in a court for rent. The other in Benicia on Willow Court a nice 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom. Contact me via e-mail and or phone.

Posted by Azeta Towfighi on May 10, 2009 at 1:36pm — 4 Comments

Steve Thompson

Solano County Youth Orchestra

We are looking for high school and college level players for the Solano County Youth Symphony.

Rehearsals are Monday evenings at 6 pm. For more information:

www.solanocountyyouthorchestra.org

Posted by Steve Thompson on May 1, 2009 at 9:53pm

Kim

yaught rental 7-4-09??

Looking for a chartered small yaught rental for about 10 people. Does anyone know of anyone?

Posted by Kim on April 26, 2009 at 1:52pm

Jen

Hi, I'm looking for a job.

I'm coming back to Benicia around June, and am looking for employment. I few years back I was a nanny in Los Altos for 3 years, and am considering a nanny position now if I find the right situation. I also have extensive experience in Customer Service, as well as, Administrative and Transcription experience within the Healthcare field, and my interpersonal skills are phenomenal! I have excellent references and my resume is ready to send. I'm am an extremely responsible person with a tremendous d… Continue

Posted by Jen on March 25, 2009 at 11:00am

Terrie Yarussi

Seeking employment in Benicia

I am seeking a full time Administrative Assistant position in Benicia.


Thank you,

Terrie
terrieyarussi@gmail.com

Posted by Terrie Yarussi on March 25, 2009 at 3:50am

Kimberly Belmonte

SPRING FUND-RAISING

Hey everyone,

Now is the time to start thinking about spring fund-raising, you have mothers day, Easter, Fathers Day, and I have everything you need to have a successful fund-rasier!

Contact us today at www.misshappylife.com to get all of the information you need to meet your goals!

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Posted by Kimberly Belmonte on March 5, 2009 at 5:23pm

Mary Anne

Frida and Diego

Does anyone know what is going on with the Owl Cam? I've been watching these owls for several years...any info would be great!!!

Posted by Mary Anne on February 5, 2009 at 8:41pm

Kimberly Belmonte

PHOTOGRAPHER FOR HIRE!


Hello all!
My husband after years of debating has finally decided to start doing photography again. He is available for weddings, birthdays, family reunions, or family pics. He will travel for a fee, and packages are priced very reasonable, if interested I can get you a price list.… Continue

Posted by Kimberly Belmonte on December 17, 2008 at 3:40pm

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Area Manager - Insituform Technologies Inc. (Benicia, CA)

...In the role of Area Manager, this individual will be the business leader responsible for the profit and loss and business development of a defined area in the North America Rehab group. The Area Manager directly supervises the Project Managers, Business Development Managers, and various...

Sales (Pre-sell) - Pepsi Bottling Group (Benicia, CA)

...Primary/Fills-in for store-level sales person to small/large accounts like supermarkets/convenience and gas stores, drug stores. Responsible for providing service to and growing business with assigned multiple accounts, which are visited daily. Orders product to be delivered by another...

Delivery- Route Sales - Pepsi Bottling Group (Benicia, CA)

...Sells and delivers product to stores over an established route to regular customers, including Convenience and Gas stores, small supermarkets, drug stores, etc. Drives a delivery bay vehicle and brings product into the store as it is sold. Responsible for product rotation and stocking on...

Customer Delivery - Pepsi Bottling Group (Benicia, CA)

...Delivers or installs ordered products to high volume stores, using a tractor/trailer truck. Works with store receiving personnel for acceptance of load. Position includes unloading, pushing/pulling, lifting, loading, bending, reaching, restocking/reloading products, squatting, grasping...

Merchandising - Pepsi Bottling Group (Benicia, CA)

...Responsible for product merchandising within large volume stores. This includes stocking shelves, rotating shelved product, setting up displays, cooler stocking/rotation, storage room organization and movement of product from storage to the sales floor. Sales responsibilities and customer...

Warehouse and Operations - Pepsi Bottling Group (Benicia, CA)

...Majority of the positions are entry level and are located in various parts of the warehouse/plant with some degree of supervision. May include general housekeeping, pallet repair, reworking damaged or returned products, rebuilding vending equipment, counting and checking truck inventory...

Sales Support - Pepsi Bottling Group (Benicia, CA)

...Entry-level position that performs miscellaneous support tasks throughout the sales function. Primarily responsible for product merchandising within large volume stores including stocking shelves, freshness rotation, display set up and maintenance, cooler stocking/rotation, storage room...

Technician - Vending/Fountain - Pepsi Bottling Group (Benicia, CA)

...Field Based Technician Skilled position responsible for the installation, set up, repair and ongoing maintenance of vending, cooling and/or fountain equipment at customer accounts. Diagnoses equipment problems, using judgment to determine how to best repair or replace it. Works...

Quality Control Technician - Pepsi Bottling Group (Benicia, CA)

...Operates equipment that blends raw materials to create beverage products to exact specifications. This includes weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients to standards. Performs routine tests to ensure resulting mixture meets specified properties and consistencies. Also includes periodic...

Fleet Mechanic - Pepsi Bottling Group (Benicia, CA)

...Skilled position that performs scheduled preventative maintenance and necessary repairs to automobiles, trucks (light and heavy), vans and forklifts. Disassembles and overhauls motors, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, electrical systems and all other assemblies. Works with a high degree...

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Thursday 9th: New Kids On The Block tickets Concord 94521 at Sleep Train Pavilion at Concord

Sleep Train Pavilion at Concord 2000 Kirker Pass Road Concord 94521 94521

Thursday 9th: Jessy J Oporto at Michael Bolton @ Casino de Espinho

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