Franchise ownership is one of the fastest growing segments of business ownership, and with good reason. It is affordable, offers a proven method of success, allows for easy entry, and provides options for a variety of backgrounds and skill levels. But before you take the plunge, attend this interactive session from East Bay SCORE and walk away with a better understanding of how franchising works and if it’s the right option for you.

Aprenda sobre las habilidades de una mentalidad empresarial, evaluación de la viabilidad de un negocio, selección de un modelo de negocio y de una entidad legal, protección del negocio y manejo de riesgo, financiamiento tradicional y alternativo, requisitos federales, estatales, y locales para comenzar un negocio con éxito.

Learn about the skills of an entrepreneurial mindset, evaluating the viability of a business, selecting a business model and legal entity, business protection and risk management, traditional and alternative financing, federal requirements, State, and local to start a successful business at this workshop from Alameda County Small Business Development Center.

Learn the financial concepts and reports that allow a business owner to understand the financial health of his/her business and plan for profitable growth at this workshop from East Bay SCORE.

Dublin Pride volunteers will help with senior assistance; non-profit support; school and park beautification; and creek clean-up projects. Volunteers will meet at the Emerald Glen Park basketball courts for a light breakfast and to receive their volunteer assignments. They’ll return to Emerald Glen Park at noon for lunch, provided by the Dublin Lions Club. Register at www.dublinprideweek.com.

Food donations will be collected at both Dublin Safeway stores, as well as at Emerald Glen Park, the meeting place for Dublin Pride "Volunteer Day." The donations will be presented to food banks that service the Dublin community, including the Children’s Emergency Food Bank.

Learn about year-round volunteer opportunities in the Tri-Valley. Local non-profit booths will be set up on the basketball courts at Emerald Glen Park.

Learn how to fix that broken item that sits in the corner of your garage. The fix-it clinic will be staffed by volunteer coaches who will help you actively participate in the disassembly, troubleshooting, and repair of your item so that you leave fully empowered to share your new-found confidence and insight with your friends, neighbors, and the community at large. Tools provided.

Learn the basics of bicycle commuting over lunch. Lunch will be provided for those who register.

In this second class in a two-part series, you'll learn more advanced Word skills. Be ready to be amazed by what you can do! Students will be using a library laptop, and must have basic laptop and Windows skills, including using a touch pad.

Free board game play for everyone! Join us once a month at Family Board Game Night. Friendly teen volunteers will be available to show you how to play a new board game, or to join in if more game players are needed. We have a variety of games to play, including checkers, Monopoly Jr., Connect 4!, Uno!, matching games, and more. No registration required - please drop in!

Friendly teen volunteers can assist you with using the library's eBook collections You can get help with: downloading eBooks from the library's catalog onto an e-reader, tablet, laptop, etc.; downloading the eBook apps onto a device; setting up your account with any of the library's eBook collections; and accessing eBooks and eAudiobooks once you've checked them out. No registration necessary; please drop in. Individual appointments may be scheduled on selected Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Inquire at the Dublin Library for more details.

Bring in your broken electronics, small appliances, etc., and coaches will be on hand to help you disassemble and try to fix them. This is a great STEM activity for families. This event will be held in the Library Program Room.

Parks Air Force Base was a basic training center, overseas replacement depot, and air base defense training area during the Korean War. Learn about the Korean War and how Parks Air Force Base provided basic training and prepared airmen for flight school and service. See on display a recruit's ‘regulation’ bunk complete with footlocker and souvenirs; uniforms including the herringbone jumpsuit worn for work duty; an officer’s desk complete with General MacArthur snow globe and original Parks AFB yearbooks with photos depicting the training and camaraderie Parks AFB personnel; and original construction plans, reports, photographs, and documents for Parks AFB and Hospital.

Dig deep into Dublin’s roots to learn about the tribes of the Ohlone and Bay Miwok people who were the first inhabitants of this area. The exhibit begins with a brief look at the people who lived here first and whose descendants continue to live here today. Learn about their daily lives including horticultural practices and foodways, tools and technology, environmental management, social order, and beliefs. Displays include a house model, examples of usable plants and animals, hunting tools and mortars. Monthly Hands-on History Days further explore the daily life of the Ohlone and Bay Miwok and provide hands-on activities that bring the exhibit to life.

Come out every Thursday, April through September to find your favorite locally grown produce, delicious baked goods, honey, nuts, pasta, and more. Grab a delicious dinner from one of the many hot food vendors and enjoy a picnic in the park. This year's Market will feature an expanded concert series with wine and beer tastings provide by the Dublin Lions Club.

Residents are invited to dispose of unwanted pharmaceuticals and e-waste, and shred documents containing sensitive information. Bring unwanted or expired medications for safe disposal (acceptable: capsules, pills, any solid forms of medications). For document shredding, residents can bring up to four boxes. Please bring i.d. showing Dublin residency.

The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) generally meets the fourth Wednesday of every month. YAC is a positive and creative youth driven forum that gives Dublin teens a way to provide input on programs and activities offered by the City.