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Publication Date: Friday, December 05, 2003 Calendar
Calendar
(December 05, 2003)
Concerts
Film
Health
Lectures/Workshops
Live Music
Pleasanton Birth Home
The center helps provide the experience of a home birth. An open house is held
on alternate Thursdays at 4441 Railroad Ave. For information and individual
appointments, call 447-1010.
CPR and Emergency Classes
Pleasanton Unified School District Adult Education offers courses in CPR for
children and adults; basic first aid skills and Community Emergency Response
Training (CERT). The focus of CERT is to alert the community on what to do
if they are on their own for 72 hours. Visit www.pleasanton.k12.ca.us, for
the latest schedule or call 426-4280.
Valley Humane Society
Valley Humane Society, 273 Spring St., is open 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 1-4
p.m. Friday; and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. weekends. Cats adoptions are 1-4 p.m., on
the first and third Saturday at Pet Food Express, 4460 Tassajara Road, Dublin.
Dog adoptions are 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturday at Pet
Extreme, 4500 Arroyo Vista, Livermore. Visit www.valleyhumanesociety.org
or call 426-8656.
Adults Who Have Lost a Parent
Adult survivors of a parental death can obtain support and understanding while
grieving. The group meets 7:30-9 p.m., the second and fourth Monday at Hope
Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Dublin. Call 829-8770.
DRC Club and Company
DRC Club is a support group and socialization program for women in the early
stages of memory loss and Company is the comparable menÕs group. Both groups
meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for weekly field trips including museum tours,
galleries, gardens and historic homes. Call Marilyn Trabert, 210-6196.
Live Beat Dads
Fathers who are raising their children meet at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 1550 Springtown
Blvd., #7E, Livermore, for discussions and speakers on fathersÕ and childrenÕs
rights, custody issues, networking and fathering programs. Child care is
available. Call Pete, 449-8436, or visit www.lbduk.org.
Civic Meetings
Exhibits
Family Support Group
This ongoing support group for care givers and family members of people with
chronic or terminal illnesses meets from 7:30-9 p.m. the first and third
Monday at Hope Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Dublin. Call 829-8770.
Men in Grief
This on-going support group offers the opportunity for men to help each other
when grieving the death of a loved one. They meet from 7:30-9 p.m., the first
and third Tuesday at Hope Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Suite 214, Dublin.
Call 829-8770.
Share and Care
This ongoing grief support group, primarily for those who have lost a spouse,
meets from 7:30-9 p.m., the second and fourth Tuesday at Hope Hospice, 6500
Dublin Blvd., Dublin. Call 829-8770.
Together LetÕs Cope
This ongoing support group for parents who have lost children offers a safe
place to grieve. It meets the first and third Wednesday of the month 7:30-9
p.m. at Hope Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Dublin. Call 829-8770.
Holiday
Sports
Pleasanton Community Toastmasters Club No. 4762
Community Club #4762 meets at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Dublin Library,
7606 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin. Anyone interested in improving their public
speaking skills is welcome. Call 895-6682, or visit www.pleasantontoastmasters.com.
Amador Mothers Club
Amador Valley area families with children (infant-5 years) meet 7:30-9:30 p.m.
on the second Tuesday monthly at the Sonshine Enrichment Center Preschool
at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road. Children under 6 months are
welcome at the meetings. Call 927-2444.
Pleasanton Farmers Market
Shop for fresh produce, flowers, baked goods and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
every Saturday on West Angela between First and Main streets in downtown
Pleasanton.
Kids & Teens
Pot OÕ Gold Chorus
Men who enjoy singing are invited to join an a capella chorus offering performance
and musical educational opportunities. Rehearsals are open at 7:29 p.m.,
Mondays, at Lynnewood United Methodist Church, 4444 Black Ave. Call 443-7464
or www.potofgoldchorus.org.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Ambrose D. Regalia Post 6298 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars meets at 7:30
p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of the month at the Veterans Memorial
Building, 301 Main St. Call Dan Soria, 846-7320.
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue Adoption Days
Adopt a dog or cat 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, next to the Pleasanton Farmers
Market at First and Angela Streets, and 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on the last
Sunday monthly at the East County Animal Shelter, 4595 Gleason Road, Dublin.
The shelter is open daily 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Call 803-7043.
HIV-AIDS Care Givers Support Group
The group meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. every Monday at Valley Community Health CenterÕs
AIDS Project, 4341 Railroad Ave. Call Regina, 201-6088.
Phi Delta Kappa
This international fraternity of professional educators meets monthly on either
the second or third Monday at the Crowne Plaza Holiday Inn,19500 Dublin Canyon
Road. Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., program on educational
issues at 7:30 p.m. Call Mary Switzer at 846-7342.
Pleasanton North Rotary Club
The group meets at 12:15 p.m. every Friday at the Pleasanton Hilton, 7050 Johnson
Drive. Call Wayne, 426-2510.
Great Books of Pleasanton
This local chapter of the San Francisco Council of Great Books meets at 7:30
p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at Borders Books Music & Cafe, 4575
Rosewood Drive, to read and discuss outstanding works of literature. E-mail
ilovetoread@comcast.net.
Events
Recreation
Pleasanton Network
This Tri-Valley business group, dedicated to helping members through information
sharing and referrals, meets at 7 a.m., Wednesdays, at the Simulcast Wagering
Facility, Alameda County Fairgrounds, at Valley and Bernal Avenue. Call Alice
Jones, 846-0902.
Grief in the Workplace
Hope Hospice offers education and support for managers, employees and human
resource specialists coping with a terminal illness, the death of an employee
or grief due to the loss of a loved one. This seminar is offered upon request
and without cost to Tri-Valley businesses at workplaces. Call 829-8770.
Soroptimist International of Pleasanton/Dublin
Group meets at noon the second and fourth Wednesday of each month in Pleasanton
and at noon the third Wednesday of each month at various locations in Dublin.
Soroptimist International is a worldwide organization dedicated to issues
affecting women and children. Call 846-6644.
Pleasanton Lunch Club
This Le Tip chapter meets 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. each Tuesday at MaestroÕs Restaurant,
5100 Hopyard Road. Members share leads and help promote each otherÕs businesses.
Membership is limited to one member per business category. Call Jan, 734-5261,
or Cindy, 833-0106.
WritersÕ Roundtable
Across the River WritersÕ Roundtable meets at 6 p.m. every second Tuesday of
the month to share triumphs and problems. All styles of writing and all topics
are welcome. For meeting locations, call Blanche Abrams, 454-9516.
Pleasanton Kiwanis
Group meets at 6:45 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Coffee
Beans & Bistro, 401 Main St. Membership is open. Call 846-1866.
Rotary Club of Pleasanton
The club meets at noon each Thursday at the Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St.
Call 355-2564.
Tri-Valley Horseshoe Pitching Club
The club meets at 1 p.m. every Tuesday at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501
Pleasanton Ave. The public is welcome to attend. Call 462-4283.
Tri-Valley Us Too
A support group for prostate cancer survivors invites husbands and wives to
its meetings held at 7:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month at 7601 Stoneridge
Drive. Men are also invited to meetings held at 7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday
of the month at the same location. Call 484-0392.
Hacienda Park Toastmasters
The club meets noon-1 p.m. every Thursday at Mallinckroot Inc., 4280 Hacienda
Drive. Everyone is welcome. Call Charlotte Machi at 462-9765.
P-Town Street Rods
The family oriented club meets 6-9 p.m. the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday
of the month at Fiesta Taco, 1989 Santa Rita Road, in Mission Plaza. Open
to any car or truck enthusiast.Call George Withers, 846-5550.
Daytime Bingo
The public is welcome to play bingo 12:30-3 p.m. on the first, third and fifth
Monday monthly and from 1-3 p.m. Fridays at the Pleasanton Senior Center,
5353 Sunol Blvd. Cost is $1 for Pleasanton residents, $1.50 for non-residents,
game cards are 50 cents each. All card sales money is awarded. Call 931-5365.
Pleasanton/Livermore Junior WomenÕs Club
The club offers its members the opportunity to perform community service, develop
leadership abilities, further personal growth and education, and know the
warmth of personal friendship. The club meets monthly. Call 462-6519.
Temporary Restraining Order Clinic
This clinic is for victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. They
meet 5:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays in Pleasanton. Call Raeanne at 449-5845, Ext.
111.
Pleasanton Mothers Club
PleasantonÕs oldest and largest club for families with infants through preschool-aged
children meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday monthly at Mohr Elementary School,
3300 Dennis Drive. Call 927-2444 or visit www.pleasantonmothersclub.com.
Tragic Loss Group
A grief support group for tragic losses from suicides, accidents, homicide
is held from 4-5:30 p.m. on the first and third Monday of each month at Hope
Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Suite 214, Dublin. Call 829-8770.
Pleasanton Newcomers Club
The club meets the first Wednesday monthly for coffee at 10 a.m. Contact Sharon,
461-9343, or Ruth, 249-1102, for location. The holiday cookie exchange will
be 10 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 17; call Sharon. Monthly luncheons are held at
11 a.m. on the second Wednesday. The holiday luncheon and gift exchange will
be held 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 10. Call Carole, 251-9251, or Jackie,
398-8313. Visit www.pleasantonnewcomers.com.
Survival to Recovery
The focus of these meetings is for persons who grew up in an alcoholic home
or who were affected by the drinking of one or both parents. The group, a
part of Al-Anon, meets 2-3:30 p.m. Sundays at the Resurrection Lutheran Church,
7557 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin. Call 277-7661.
Parents of Alcoholics
Those who are parents of alcoholics are welcome to join these meetings, a part
of Al-Anon. The group meets 4:30-5:30 p.m. and also at 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sundays
at CalFed Bank, 3101 Crow Canyon Road, San Ramon. Call 277-7661.
Men at Work
These meetings are open to men who are affected by someone elseÕs drinking.
The group is a part of Al-Anon and meets Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at
Valley Memorial Health Center, 1015 Stanley Blvd., classroom 1, Livermore.
Call 277-7661.
Newcomers to Al-Anon
These meetings are for those who are new to Al-Anon, a support group offering
programs of recovery to relatives and friends of alcoholics. Anyone who is
affected by someone elseÕs drinking is welcome to attend the group, which
meets 7-7:55 p.m. Thursdays at John Knox Presbyterian Church, 7421 Amarillo
Road, Room H, Dublin. Call 277-7661.
Al-Anon and Alateen Meetings
Al-Anon is a support group fellowship for relatives and friends of alcoholics.
All welcome. The group has meetings Monday through Saturday throughout the
Tri-Valley. Call 277-7661 or visit www.al-anon.alateen.org for details. Alateen,
a group meant for young people seeking help with problems when alcoholism
affects a parent, relative or friend, meets Mondays.
Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Congregation
Beth Emek, 1886 College Ave., Livermore. Call Jon at 447-9407 or visit www.l-ags.org.
Coffee Time
Coffee time, with free coffee and pastries, is held every Saturday from 7:30
to 9 a.m. in the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St., and hosted by
the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ambrose D. Regalia Post 6298, and the American
Legion, Pleasanton Post 237. Call Daniel Soria at 846-7320.
Falun Gong
Falun gong is a low impact, slow motion exercise and is practiced 7-8 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday and 8:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday at the Tennis and
Community Park, Hopyard Road and Valley Avenue. The activity is free and
everyone is welcome. Call Jan Ren at 640-2061.
Parents of Diabetics
The POD Squad, a support group for parents of diabetics, meets 7-8:30 p.m.
the third Wednesday of each month at Coffee Beans & Bistro, 401 Main St.
Meetings are held September through May with no December meeting. Call 461-1170
or visit www.podsquad.com.
Diabetes Support Group
The support group meets the first Wednesday of every month noon-1 p.m. at Valley
Memorial Hospital, 1111 E. Stanley Blvd., Room 224, Livermore. Call 373-4166.
Vision Support Group
This is for individuals and their loved ones who have any kind of vision impairment.
The group meets on the third Tuesday of the month 10-11:30 a.m. at the Pleasanton
Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call 931-5369.
Daytime Personal Computers Group
This group meets from 10 a.m. to noon the fourth Thursday of each month at
the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. The drop-in fee is $1 for
Pleasanton residents and $1.50 for non-residents. Call 931-5365 or e-mail
pleasenior@yahoo.com.
Pleasanton V.I.P. Senior Club
Regular meetings of the V.I.P. club are held 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. the second and
fourth Mondays monthly at the Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Regular Snappy
Cafe Lunch is served at noon and meetings follow. For lunch reservation call
931-5385. To join the club, attend a luncheon meeting and pay $10 first annual
dues.
Internet Access Workstation
The Internet workstation is located in the Pleasanton Senior Center library
area , 5353 Sunol Blvd., is available for adults ages 50 and older, and is
open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-noon most Saturdays. Tutors
are available most days. Cost is $1 for residents and $1.50 for non-residents.
For reservations, 931-5365.
Woodshop Program
Work on a project of your choice with help from a volunteer assistant. The
woodshop program is open 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Woodshop is held at the Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Drop-in fees are
$1.50 for residents and $2.50 for non-residents. Call 931-5365.
Parenting Again
This group is offers information and support to grandparents caring for their
grandchildren. Meetings are the second Saturday monthly at 5:30 p.m. in the
Fireside Room, Olive building, Valley Christian Center, 7500 Inspiration
Drive, Dublin. Call 560-6200.
Preschool Story Times
Free preschool story times for children 3-5 years are 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.,
Fridays, at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Toddler lap
time (18-36 months) is 10:30 and 11:30 a.m., Mondays. Story time for 3-7
years are 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays. Call 931-3400, Ext. 8.
Livermore Lunch Bunch #6282
One of more than 8,000 Toastmasters clubs dedicated to helping others become
effective speakers, the group meets noon-1 p.m., Mondays, at the Livermore
Police Department community room, 1110 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Call
371-4700.
Pleasanton Downtown Association
The Pleasanton Downtown Association (PDA) Design Committee is always seeking
new members. Any Pleasanton resident is eligible to join. For details, call
the PDA at 484-2199.
Pleasanton Jaycees
A general meeting is held at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the
Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, 777 Peters Ave. The group also has mixers
the second Thursday monthly at various locations. Call Becky, 212-9068. Members
are young professional adults.
Native Sons of the Golden West Pleasanton Parlor 244
The club meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month at the Pleasanton
WomenÕs Club at Vineyard Avenue and Regalia Court. Contact Paul Stahlnecker
at 426-7867.
Online Book Club
The Pleasanton Public Library offers a club through its Web site. Members read
the first few chapters of a book before it is released and will receive new
books to preview on completion of the first chapters if interested. The service
is free and can be joined by visiting www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library.html.
Call 931-3400.
Amador Adult School
Amador Adult School is offering free classes including ESL, Older Adult, Parent
Education, GED, HS Diploma, Citizenship and more. Call 462-4280.
Pleasanton Lions Club
The club meets for dinner at 7:15 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of
the month. Call Jerry Hill, 846-9628.
Main St. Brewery
The restaurant, 830 Main St., features live music every Friday and Saturday
night. Chris Bradley's traditional jazz band will perform from 7-9:30 p.m.,
Thursday, Dec. 11. No cover charge. Call 462-8218.
Harmony Crossroads Chorus
If you love to sing, visit the Harmony Crossroads chorus, a womenÕs a capella
barbershop-style chorus. No experience required. Rehearsals are Mondays at
7:30 p.m. at the Pleasanton Community Church, 4455 Stoneridge Drive. Call 846-1857
or (510) 582-0933.
Tri-Valley Democratic Club
The club meets from 7:30-9 p.m. the third Monday of every month at 6250 Village
Parkway, I.B.E.W. Hall, in Dublin. Meet other area Democrats, discuss community
outreach and hear civic and party leaders speak. Open to registered democrats.
Call 294-8037.
Spiritual
Genealogy Docents
The Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., houses an extensive book
and CD genealogy collection. Every Wednesday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., a volunteer
from the Livermore-Amador Genealogy Society is available for assistance.
Call John Byron at 447-9407.
Clubs
American Legion
Pleasanton Post 237 meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of
every month at the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St. Call Rene LaVigne
at 846-7532 or Dan Soria at 846-7320.
Miscellaneous
Seniors
On Stage
Support Groups
Pleasanton Hotel
Live music from 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Friday and Saturday nights, at the restaurant,
855 Main St. The Patio Blues, live outdoor entertainment, is held Thursday
5:30-9:30 p.m. No cover charge. Call 846-8106.
BahaÕi Informative Meeting
Baha'i Faith hold prayer meetings at 10 a.m., the first Sunday of every month,
featuring prayers from all faiths. All are welcome. For address and directions
call 485-9999. Visit the Web site at www.pleasanton-bahai.org.
Daughters of the British Empire
The John McLaren Chapter meets on the third Tuesday monthly. Newcomers and
longtime residents welcome to the join the group for tea and a chat. Contact
Joy, 462-5707, or Veronica, 846-4579.
Political Notes
ValleyCare Auxiliary Exchange Idea
The ValleyCare Auxiliary needs both Livermore and Pleasanton volunteers and
has a child care exchange idea. If two friends or neighbors with young children
join the Auxiliary, they can exchange babysitting duties. Both the working
volunteer and the babysitting volunteer get credit for hours. Call 734-3368.
V.F.W. Auxiliary to Post 6298
The V.F.W. Post 6298 Auxiliary meets at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the
month at the VeteranÕs Memorial Building, 300 Main St. Call Ruth Lindhurst,
president, 846-3040, or Gloria Stahlnecker, 846-5453. Call 484-5031.
Christian Singles Group
Join us for lively discussion on the realities of being a single Christian.
Bible-based, supportive fun. All welcome. Free. Mondays, 6-7 p.m., at the
Christian Counseling Center, 25400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward. Call Julie Davis,
(510) 783-6629.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program
Valley Community Health CenterÕs Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program provides low-cost
treatment and counseling for adults and teens. Fall openings are available
to anyone, regardless of income, at ongoing evening individual and group sessions.
Some daytime hours are available. Call Rick Eastman (9 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Friday),
201-6215.
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club meets the first Thursday of every month, 7 p.m., at the
Brass Door Restaurant (back room), 2154 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon.
We have year-round activities for adults and families. Call 736-1751.
ParkinsonÕs Support Group
The ParkinsonÕs Network of Mount Diablo and the city of Pleasanton co-sponsor
a support group for the Tri-Valley area from 10 a.m.-noon on the second Saturday
of each month at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call 931-5366.
City Council
The Council meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of every month in
the City Council chamber at 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Jan.
6.
Planning Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of every month.
The next meeting is Dec. 10 in the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month. The next
meeting is Dec. 11 at the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
Human Services Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month. The next
meeting is Jan. 7 at the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
Housing Commission
The commission meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. The
next meeting is Dec. 18 in the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
Library Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. The next meeting
is Dec. 11 at the Pleasanton Public Library meeting room, 400 Old Bernal
Ave.
Youth Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month. The next
meeting is Dec. 10 at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd.
Civic Arts Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of the month. The next meeting
is Jan. 5 in the City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
Twin Valley Mothers of Twins Club
The organization meets on the second Tuesday monthly at John Knox Presbyterian
Church, 7421 Amarillo Road, Dublin. The club provides support services for
mothers of twins, triplets and multiples that includes a Preemie Closet,
playgroups, mentoring and more. Call 948-0004.
Tri-Valley Rotary
The group meets at 6:30 p.m. every Thursday at Girasole Restaurant, 3180 Santa
Rita Road. Call Marlene, 846-1000, for more information.
Tri-Valley Adolescent Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
The Valley Community Health Center has expanded its Drug and Alcohol Recovery
Program to include Tri-Valley adolescents with substance abuse problems.
The comprehensive program is a 16-week series of counseling and education,
addressing many aspects of substance abuse. Call 201-6033.
Tri-Valley Teen Volunteers Youth Service Group
The student group meets from 5-6:30 p.m., Mondays at the Volunteer Center of
Alameda County, 333 Division St. Students benefit from leadership retreats,
workshops and hands-on event-planning experience. Call Mark Duncanson, 417-7094,
or e-mail mduncanson@volunteeronline.org.
Senior Meals
Spectrum Community Services provides seniors, 60 years and older, with a well-balanced
noon meal Monday-Friday at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd.,
and evening meal at 5 p.m. at Ridge View Commons, 5200 Case Ave. Suggested
meal donations are $2.50 and $3, respectively. For noon reservations, call
931-5385, and for the evening, 484-5131.
Oakland Artisan Marketplace
The ongoing marketplace features local and regional artistsÕ craft artwork
at two locations: the Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 14th and Broadway, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.,
Friday; and the Jack London Square from 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, and 10 a.m.-4
p.m., Sunday. Call (510) 238-4948.
Lupus Support Group
The group meets on the first Friday of the month 7-9 p.m. at Kaiser Permanente
Medical Center, North Building, conference room C, 7601 Stoneridge Drive.
Call 846-5767.
Golden Bay Runners
A monthly potluck business meeting is held at 7 p.m. on the third Friday of
each month at the Castro Valley WomenÕs Club, 18330 Redwood Road, Castro
Valley. Runners of all abilities, from the casual minded to 5K to marathoners,
are welcome. Call 484-1339 for more information.
Real-time Online Homework Help
The Pleasanton Library offers a homework tool for children and young adults
through the libraryÕs Web site (www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library.html). Students,
grades 4-12, can receive immediate help in math, algebra, geometry, calculus,
trigonometry, social studies, general sciences, biology, chemistry, physics,
earth sciences and English from qualified tutors. All sessions are private
and strictly monitored. The help is available from 3-10 p.m., Monday-Thursday;
1-4 p.m., Saturday; and 5-9 p.m., Sunday. Call 931-3400, Ext. 8.
Telephone Library Renewal System
Pleasanton Public Library borrowers can renew items with a touch-tone telephone,
their library card and the bar code on the items to be renewed. Call 600-1342.
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are held from 7-8 p.m., Thursdays, St. ClareÕs Episcopal Church, 3350
Hopyard Road. Call Lisa, 931-0994.
Hope Hospice Crisis Support
Hope Hospice is developing a program to provide support for those in crisis
when a loved one is critically ill or near death in the hospital setting.
The program is designed to offer a hand to hold or a shoulder to lean on.
Call Doris Felton, 513-0356.
Exercise Classes
The Pleasanton Department of Parks and Community Services offers ongoing adult
exercise classes, including aerobics, strength training, cardio-cross training
and slim trim at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., and at the
Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St. Morning and evening classes are
offered. The cost varies from $3 to $4.50 per class. Call 931-5340.
Head Injury Support Group
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. every fourth Thursday of the month at Harvey Chiropractic
Center, 2610 Crow Canyon Road, Suite 110, San Ramon. Call Jo Ann Swift, 443-4366.
Stress Reduction, Nutrition and Ball Exercise Workshops
Free health workshops are held at 6:30 p.m. on the first three Wednesdays of
the month, stress reduction on the first; nutrition on the second; and ball
exercise on the third, at Harvey Chiropractic Center, 2610 Crow Canyon Road,
#110, San Ramon. Call Diana or Sue, 820-1202.
Parenting Teens
Valley Community Health Center offers an ongoing teen parenting class 5-7 p.m.
Thursdays at 4361 Railroad Ave., Suite A. The 10-week class is open to Alameda
County residents with children under 18 years old at home. The fee is $15.
To preregister, call Debra Eberhart, 201-6033.
Open Heart Kitchen
Open Heart Kitchen provides hot meals to the underprivileged 2-6 p.m. Fridays
at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road, and noon-6 p.m. on Tuesdays
and Wednesdays at Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., Livermore.
For volunteers or donations, call Barbara Thomas 294-9224.
Cancer Support Group
Anyone facing cancer and their care person may join the ŌLiving Beyond LimitsĶ group
that meets from 7-8:30 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Thursday monthly
at ValleyCare Health Center, 5575 Las Positas Blvd. No fee. Call Ken Smith,
846-8594.
Youth Book Club
This boys and girls, ages 8-10, club meets at Town Center Books, 555 Main St.
Call for meeting time and day, 846-8826.
High School Book Club
This club for high school-age youth meets at 8 p.m. on the second Tuesday of
the month at Towne Center Books, 555 Main St. Call 846-8826.
Boys Book Club
This book club for boys age 10-14 meets at Towne Center Books, 555 Main St.
Call for day and time, 846-8826.
Anger Management and Domestic Violence Classes
Valley Community Health Center offers evening classes for anger management
and domestic violence to all teens and adults at its facility, 4361 Railroad
Ave., Suite A. Fees are based on a sliding scale from $15-45. Call Debra
Eberhart, 201-6033.
School Board
The Pleasanton Unified School District board meets at 7 p.m. on the second
and fourth Tuesday of each month at the district office board room, 4665
Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Dec. 9.
Volunteering
Order of Eastern Star
San Ramon Valley Order of Eastern Star #588 meets at 8 p.m. on the second and
fourth Thursday of the month. All meetings are held at the Pleasanton Masonic
Center, 3370 Hopyard Road. Call 743-1846.
Class Reunions
Mothers of Preschoolers
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets from 9-11 a.m. every other Tuesday. All
mothers with at least one child up to 5 years old are invited. The group
meets for speakers, crafts, snacks and discussions. Call 227-1301, Ext.120.
Daughters of the American Revolution
The Jose Maria Amador Chapter can help you find your roots. Meetings are held
on the second Saturday every month. Chapter focuses on community and patriotism.
Call Laurie Robertson, 461-4362 or dar_josemariaamador@hotmail.com.
Alameda County Community Food Banks
Volunteers needed to assist with warehouse and office activities, during the
week or at weekends. Individuals or groups are welcome (children 10 years
and older). Volunteers also needed to staff both the year-round Hungry Hotline.
Call (510) 824-3663, Ext. 308 or visit www.accfb.org.
Scholarships
Dublin San Ramon Services District
The board of directors for the DSRSD meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first and third
Tuesday of every month. The next meeting is Dec. 16 in the district office
board room, 7051 Dublin Blvd.
First Aid and CPR Classes
Kaiser Permanente offers a first aid and adult and child CPR class 8:30 a.m.-3:30
p.m. on the third Saturday each month. The cost is $45 for Kaiser members
and $50 for non-members. Call for class reservations, 847-5172.
Classes
Livermore Fly Fishers
The club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month at the Livermore
Rod and Gun Club, 40000 Dagnino Road, Livermore. Visit www.livermoreflyfishers.org
or call Bill 846-5463.
Emotional Wellness Group
Learn more about depression, anxiety, and how medications and alcohol may affect
emotional well-being. The group meets at 2 p.m. every Thursday at the senior
support office, Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call Charlene
or Jodi, 931-5382.
Pleasanton Public Library
Do you enjoy kids and like to read? Use your talents to help children love
reading by becoming a Booklegger. Volunteers are needed at the Pleasanton
Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call Penny Johnson, Booklegger director, 931-3405.
Self Help for the Hard of Hearing
Tri-Valley Section of SHHH meets on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30
p.m., Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway. Call 455-6591 for
information.
Museum On Main Street
Volunteers are needed for the Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St., during the
week and weekends to answer telephones and greet visitors. Also needed are
volunteers who can give presentations to second and third grade students.
Call 462-2766.
Social Evenings
Come and mingle with other seniors for dinner at 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, at
Ridgeview Common Apartments, 5200 Case Ave. Occasional entertainment. Suggested
donation $3.50. For reservations, call 484-5131.
Kiwanis Pleasanton Sunrise Club
Group meets weekly at 7:15 p.m. at VicÕs All Star Kitchen, 201 Main St. This
is an organization geared towards serving children of the world. Often have
guest speakers. Call 484-0789.
Jewish Community Federation of the Greater East Bay
Opportunities to volunteer within your own community. You can serve meals,
tutor school children, serve on committees or boards of Jewish agencies and
many more things. Call (510) 839-2900, Ext. 261.
Open Heart Kitchen
Volunteer positions available at Open Heart Kitchen, a food kitchen serving
in Pleasanton and Livermore. For more information call 580-1616 or visit
www.openheartkitchen.org.
Pleasanton Art League
Regular meetings feature demonstrations by nationally recognized artists and
are held at the Cultural Arts Center, 4477 Black Ave. Additional workshops
give local artists the opportunity to work with top instructors. Call 462-5917,
or visit www.pal-art.com
Pleasanton Community Concert Band
The group of 60 amateur musicians give about 20 performances annually with
traditional music, marches, Broadway tunes and big-band music. Call 846-5897,
426-1055, or visit www.pleasanton-band.org.
Bike Buddy
Bike Buddy is a service offered by RIDES For Bay Area Commuters. The program
matches experienced cyclists with new cyclists to help them learn how to
commute by bicycle. For general transportation information contact City of
PleasantonÕs Transportation Systems Management Coordinator at 931-5039.
Pleasanton Paratransit Service
The service provides door-to-door bus service to seniors 65 and older, and
individuals with disabilities of any age and is available Monday-Friday 8
a.m.- 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 931-5376 for the service.
Fundraisers
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Men with prostate cancer and their family are invited to a free support group
on the second Tuesday monthly, 7:30-9 p.m., at San Ramon Regional Medical
Center"s west day room, south building, 7777 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon.
Call Cynthia, 275-8429.
Eating Disorders Fundraiser
Soy candles are being sold at R-Quest, 40 California Ave., Suite H, from 9
a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Friday. Proceeds raised will benefit an eating disorder
support group. Call 426-0501.
ValleyCare Auxiliary
Are you ready for some meaningful volunteering? ValleyCare Auxiliary may be
the place for you. Opportunities exist for floor service, information desks,
office, gift and thrift shops and the library. Call 734-3368.
Book Clubs
CTV Book Club
The discussion airs on Channel 30 at 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays and at
10:30 a.m. Sundays. Sign up for the e-mail announcement and current book
selection at ctvbookclub@yahoo.com. Comments or suggestions by e-mail welcome,
or mail them to CTV30, 4663 Bernal Ave., Suite B, Pleasanton 94566.
Tri-Valley Haven
Volunteer with the crisis hot line, legal clinic or sexual assault response
team. Call 449-5845, Ext. 110.
Little Valley Vineyard Bistro
The Bistro, 11986 Main St., Sunol, has live music. Visit www.sunol.net or call
862-9006.
Business Builders
This is a group of professional business persons committed to build each other's
businesses. The group meets 7-8:30 a.m., Wednesdays, at the Radisson Hotel,
6680 Regional St., Dublin. Join us for a complimentary breakfast. Call Charlene
at 479-9810, Ext. 29.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Women in any stage of breast cancer treatment, including survivors, are invited
to this free, professionally facilitated group held 6:30-8 p.m. on the first
and third Wednesday monthly in the south building's west day room at San
Ramon Regional Medical Center, 7777 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon. Call 275-8414.
Amador Valley Toastmasters
Amador Valley Toastmasters Club No. 2452 meets for breakfast at Mimi's Cafe,
4775 Hacienda Drive, Dublin, from 7-8 a.m. each Thursday. Its goal is to
improve communication and leadership skills. For first-time visitors, the
breakfast is free. Call Phil Mitchell, 846-8815, or visit www.amadorvalleytoastmasters.org.
Poetic Medley
International poetry will be read in both in the original language and its
English translation at 7:45 p.m., the second Thursday of the month. On Dec.
11, K.C. Jiang will read a selection of Chinese poems and play eastern and
western songs on the Irish Whistle at La Crema d'Italia, 780 Main St. Call
426-8869.
Weight Management
This small group focuses on developing skills needed for healthier eating habits
and discusses self-care, body image and self-esteem in a safe environment.
Join anytime. Call Dublin Health Center, 485-9370.
Auditions
T.A.G.
The Teen Advisory Group meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at
the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Teens can earn community
service hours by being a part of T.A.G. Call 931-3404.
Young Adult Support Group
Young adults can find themselves isolated in their grief. This group offers
peer support, an important aspect in combating isolation and meets on the
second and fourth Monday monthly from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Hope Hospice, 6500
Dublin Blvd., Suite 214, Dublin. Call 829-0868.
Grief Support for Seniors
This program offers seniors a place to meet with others who have experienced
the death of a loved one. It meets at 10-11:30 a.m., on the first Wednesday
monthly, at the Livermore Senior Services Center, 2466 Eighth St., Livermore.
No fee, but donations accepted. Call 829-8770.
Monday Movie Madness
The Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., invites seniors to watch movies
on their big screen at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on the third Monday monthly. Admission
is free; popcorn and refreshments will be available. Call 931-5365 for the
movie schedule.
Century House Poetry Readings
Linda Watanabe McFerrin and Thanasis Maskaleris will be guest poets 1-3 p.m.,
Sunday, Dec. 7, at the Century House, 2401 Santa Rita Road. Fiddle music
by Lowry McFerrin will also be featured Admission is $3. Call 931-5361.
Purely Poetry
A poetry writing and critique group, hosted by Poet Laureate Kirk Ridgeway,
meets 7-9 p.m., the third Thursday monthly, at the Century House, 2401 Santa
Rita Road. Bring 12 copies of one or two original poems. Contact Ridgeway,
462-8061 or klridge@comcast.net, or Cynthia Bryant, 461-8740 or cynthia.bryant@comcast.net.
Blackhawk Museum
Upcoming museum exhibits, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville, include: Women
of our Time and European Train Enthusiasts, both through Jan. 11. Call 736-2280.
Amador Valley Quilters
Regular meetings are held at 1:30 p.m. on the second Saturday of the month
at Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. All are welcome. Call 443-5622.
Golden Bough/McGrath Irish Dancers
Irish song, dance and costumes make this 7th annual Celtic Christmas show memorable.
The performance is 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 20, at the Amador Theater, 1155
Santa Rita Road. Advance tickets $23; door $25. Call 229-2710 or visit www.communityconcerts.com.
Tri-Valley Boardgamers
The group meets on Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m., weekly at rotating homes. The club
plays a wide variety of board and card games. Prior experience not necessary.
Low-key competition. Visit http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/trivalleygamers.
PC Users Groups
The group meets 10 a.m.-noon on the fourth Thursday monthly at the Pleasanton
Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., for discussions and demonstrations. All
welcome. Drop-in fee of $1. Call 931-5372.
Operation MOM
The group offers emotional support to families with loved ones in the military
and meets at 7 p.m., the second Monday of the month at Trinity Church, 557
Olivina St., Livermore. Contact Kristin, 443-7841.
Marriage Care
The Catholic Community of Pleasanton will hold two workshops for couples who
want to nurture their relationship at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 12, at St.
Augustine Catholic Church, 3999 Bernal Ave. Space is limited. Call 469-347
or 426-7144.
Valley Concert Chorale
The Valley Concert Chorale is looking for singers who enjoy performing exciting
music. Annually, the chorale performs three concerts ranging from classical
to contemporary. For an audition, contact Pam Grove, 462-4205, or visit www.valleyconcertchorale.org.
Sharing Ideas for Parenthood
This on-going class discusses setting limits and easing family frustrations
in a warm supportive atmosphere. It meets 9:30-11:30 a.m., Thursdays, at
Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. Intended for parents
of children ages newborn-12 years. $25 per semester. Call Ruth, 443-7140.
Tri-Valley Macintosh Users Group (TMUG)
TMUG meets at 7:30 p.m., the third Tuesday, monthly at the Livermore Adult
Education Facility, 543 Sonoma Ave., room 8, Livermore. The club is open
to anyone with the interest to Macintosh computers. Call Izak Mutlu, 830-8838,
or visit www.clubtmug.com.
Jose Maria Amador Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
Meetings are held the second Saturday each month, usually starting at 11 a.m.This
chapter focuses on community involvement and patriotism. Call Laurie at 846-3898
for details of this month's meeting/trip.
Amador High Class of 1974
Graduates of Amador Valley High School class of 1974 interested in a reunion
for 2004, contact Jan Arnold-Blotz, janblotz@hotmail.com, or call 462-6733.
Pony Baseball
2004 season registration for players age 7-14 (age 5-6 exempt) ends Dec. 15.
To register, visit All Star Sports, 3037 Hopyard Road, or online at www.pleasantonpony.com.
Valley Concert Chorale Christmas Concert
The Choral Society will perform its holiday concert at 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec.
6, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road, and at 3 p.m., Sunday,
Dec. 7, at the First Presbyterian Church, Fourth and L streets, Livermore.
Advance adult tickets for a single concert are $15, season tickets $40 ;
and seniors tickets are $12 and $30, respectively. Door tickets are $18 for
adults and $15 for seniors. Call 866-4003 or visit www.valleyconcertchorale.org.
Madelynn Ellis
Pleasanton artist Madelynn Ellis will exhibit 22 contemporary Bay Area life
paintings at Wente Estates Winery Tasting Room, 5565 Tesla Road, Livermore.
The exhibit is open through Dec. 30.
Pleasanton Hometown Celebration
The annual holiday parade, this years theme "Spirit of the Season," and tree
lighting will be held Saturday, Dec. 6, on Main Street. Celebrations begin
with a downtown Open House from 4-8 p.m.; parade at 5:30 p.m.; and tree lighting,
603 Main St., at 6:45 p.m. Call 931-5342.
Annual Santa Pet Photos
The Valley Humane Society's 12th annual Santa Pet Photos will be held at 10
a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 6 and 7, at Alden Lane Nursery, 981
Alden Lane, Livermore. $15 for two 4-by-6 inch photos; all proceeds benefit
the humane society.
Pleasanton National Little League
Sign ups for spring registration will be held online at www.sportability.com/pll.
PNLL try outs for ages 9-12 will be held at the Sports Park, Saturday and
Sunday, Dec. 6-7. After Dec. 1, $25 late registration fee applies; last registration
day is Dec. 31.
Character Education
The Amador Valley Adult center is offering monthly parenting classes through
May. Each class meets 7-9 p.m., on the first Wednesday of the month, at Pleasanton
Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. No registration required. Call 426-4280. Topics
are: Self-disciplined Child, Jan. 7; Healthy Values, Feb. 4; Respect, March
3; Successful Assets, April 7; and Personal Integrity, May 5.
Cole Elementary School
For those interested in holding a reunion for Cole Elementary School, Oakland,
class of 1925-30, contact Mervin Cameron, 846-6604.
Pierre Khoury
Using found and recycled objects, Khoury transforms the objects into three-dimensional
works of art. His work will be on display 11 a.m.-5:45 p.m., every day except
Monday and Tuesday, through Dec. 31 at the Tri-Valley SPCA, 4651 Gleason
Drive, Dublin. Call Linda Jeffery Sailors, 449-7274.
Women of Our Time
The exhibit, "Women of Our Time," featuring 75 of the most remarkable women
of the 20th century, will be on display through Jan. 11 at the Blackhawk Museum,
3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. Personalities include birth control
crusader Margaret Sanger, artist Georgia O'Keefe, singer Janice Joplin, and
dancer Isadora Duncan. Call 736-2280.
Christmas Carol
The City Civic Arts Stage Company will perform the Charles Dickens' tale at
8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Dec. 5, 6, 12 and 13, and 2 p.m., Saturday and
Sunday, Dec. 7, 13, 14, at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road. Adult
tickets are $10, $15, $20 and youth under 12 years are $5, $10, and $15.
Tickets are available online at www.amadortheater.org, or call 931-3444.
For recorded information, call 931-5361.
Hands Across the Water
Mohr Elementary School is collecting clothes, school supplies and donations
for its adopted school in Liberia, West Africa. For details, call Sharon
Mosher, 462-8332, or e-mail kttjsharon@aol.com.
Pleasanton American Little League
The league is now accepting online registration through Dec. 31 for players
age 5-18 (as of July 31, 2004) for its spring season at www.sportability.com/pall.
After Dec. 1, a $25 late fee applies.
Tri-Valley Adolescent Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
Valley Community Health Center has expanded its drug and alcohol recovery program
to include adolescents with substance abuse problems. The comprehensive,
16-week program offers counseling and education while addressing many aspects
of substance abuse. Call 201-6033.
'Wintersongs with Kitka'
Women's vocal ensemble Kitka will perform their 4th annual Wintersongs concert
series featuring seasonal songs and carols from Bulgaria, Macedonia, Croatia,
Hungary, Romania, Greece and beyond. Performances are 7 p.m., Sunday, Dec.
7, at Lake Merritt United Methodist Church, 1330 Lakeshore Ave., Oakland;
8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13, at Le Petit Trianon, 72 North 5th St., San Jose;
8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 19, Old First Church, 1751 Sacramento St., San Francisco.
Tickets are $12-$20. For tickets, call (510) 444-0323; for the San Francisco
concert, (415) 474-1608, or visit www.kitka.org.
Family Read Night
Child Care Links holds Family Read Night for families with children ages newborn
up to 4 years at two locations: 6-7 p.m., first and third Thursday, at Child
Care Links, 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite 104; 6-7 p.m., second and fourth
Thursday, at Livermore Play School, 5261 East Ave., Livermore. Registration
required. Call Kim, 417-8733, for Pleasanton and Donnamarie, 249-3923, for
Livermore.
Winter Baseball Camp
Pony Baseball League is hosting a 10th annual winter holiday baseball camp
on Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 29-30, at Foothill High School, taught by Foothill
varsity coach Angelo Scavone. The registration form is available online at
www.pleasantonpony.com or call 600-7660.
Pleasanton Playhouse
The Pleasanton Playhouse will be holding auditions for its production "I Do,
I Do!" at 7:30 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 8-9, at the studio theater, 1048
Serpentine Lane, Suite 309. Bring 16 bars of a Broadway ballad and an up-tempo
show tune; bring sheet music for provided accompanist. No a capella or tapes
allowed. Details at www.pleasantonplayhouse.com.
Grandparents Visitation Support Group
The group meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday monthly at Pleasanton Public Library
in the small conference room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. This group is for grandparents
who have problems visiting their grandchildren. Space is limited. Call Joyce,
846-6346.
Adidas-Sportstime Baseball Camp
Adidas/Sportstime Baseball is offering Thanksgiving and Winter Holiday Camps
for children, ages 6-7, 8-9 and 10-12, at Pleasanton Middle School, 4433
Willow Road, Monday-Wednesday, Dec. 22-24 and 29-31. To register visit www.sportstime.com
or call 200-2431.
Tri-Valley Sea Devils
The Tri-Valley Sea Devils are looking for year-round swimmers. Sign-ups are
also being held for a winter stroke clinic for summer league swimmers. Contact
Hope, 469-8495.
Producing Fundraising Events
The class "Produce Fabulous Fundraising Events" will be held at Las Positas
College 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Dec. 6, in room 1604, 3033 Collier Canyon Road,
Livermore. Registration is required. To register, call 373-5867 or visit www.laspositascollege.org.
Morning Ritual Collections
Morning Ritual, in service to Saint Mary's Interfaith Community Services, will
hold its monthly collection 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, in the Amador
Valley High School parking lot, 1155 Santa Rita Road. Underwear, socks, individual
bath toiletries and clean clothing are needed. Call 484-9013.
Towne Center Book Club
The club meets at 7 p.m., the second Wednesday monthly at Coffee Beans and
Bistro, 401 Main St. The book selected for Dec. 10 is "Tending Roses" by
Lisa Wingate. There will be holiday cookies and a white elephant gift exchange.
Call 461-0110.
Mother and Daughter Book Club
The club meets at 6:30 p.m., the third Wednesday monthly at Towne Center Books,
555 Main St., and is open to girls 10-12 years and their mothers or other
adult female. The Dec. 17 selection is "Sorcery and Cecelia or The Enchanted
Chocolate Pot" by Patricia Wrede. Call 846-9974.
SAVOR
The Tri-Valley Civic Liberties Group, Save Our Rights, meets 10 a.m.-noon,
the second Saturday of the month at Livermore Library, 1000 S. Livermore
Ave., Livermore, in the meeting room.
ExploraVision Awards
The annual Toshiba/National Science Teachers Association ExploraVision program,
designed to pique interest and develop skills in science while helping K-12
students, will hold its annual science competition. The entry deadline is
Feb. 3. For rules and entry details, call (800) 397-5679 or visit www.exploravision.org.
Union Jack Pub
Carpetshag will perform 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, at 725 Main St. The
band performs modern alternative rock. Call 462-5596.
Christmas Choral Concert
Soli Deo Gloria, a Bay Area a capella chorus, will perform its holiday concert "Rejoice!
for Christmas" 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1924
Trinity Ave., Walnut Creek. Door tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for senior
and college students. Call (415) 982-9204.
Holy Chaos
St. Augustine Catholic Church family chorus, the "Holy Chaos," will perform
at Vineyard Villa, 3263 Vineyard Ave., at noon, Saturday, Dec. 6.
Toys for Tots
The Pleasanton Post Office will hold a "Toys for Tots" drive from 10 a.m.-5
p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6. Carriers will pick up toys on their routes and toys
can be dropped off at the main post office, 4300 Black Ave. The toys need to
be new and unwrapped.
Seniors Hometown Holiday Parade
Seniors are invited to participate in the Hometown Holiday parade Saturday,
Dec. 6. After cookies and coffee at 4:30 p.m., participants board Paratransit
vans that will be in the parade. A tour of local neighborhoods with holiday
decorations will follow. Free to the first 20 to sign up. Call 931-5365.
Phi Delta Kappa International
The Diablo Chapter of PDK International is offering two $500 scholarships to
high school seniors who plan to pursue a teaching career. These two recipients
will be eligible as candidates for 30 $1,000-$5,000 scholarship awards. All
applications must be received by Thursday, Jan. 15. Call 443-5526 for an
application.
Holidays in the Vineyards
Livermore Valley wineries will host Holidays in the Vineyards, noon-5 p.m.,
Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 6-7. There will be music, holiday gift ideas, artisan
crafts, visits from Santa and wine tasting; 23 winery tasting rooms will
host individual slate of events. Call 447-9463 or visit www.livermorewine.com.
'Love List'
Playhouse West will perform "The Love List," by Norm Foster, 8:15 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday;
and 2:15 p.m. and 7:15 p.m., Sunday, through Dec. 6 at the Dean Lesher Regional
Center for the Arts, Knight Stage 3, 1345 Locust St., Walnut Creek. Tickets
are $26-$29. Call 943-7469.
Lacrosse Coaches Needed
The Pleasanton Lacrosse Club needs coaches for boys teams, grade 3-8, and girls
teams, grade 4-5. Experience helpful, but not required for positive-attitude
coaches. Contact Rory Manley, rorymaneater@comcast.net.
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Events include: Details at www.alamedacountyfair.com or call 426-7600.
VIP Senior Club Cookbook
The VIP Senior Club cookbook "What's Cookin' with VIP Seniors" is now available.
The cookbook is packed with more than 350 recipes as well as jokes and fun
pictures. It is a great holiday gift for friends and family. It is available
at the Farmer's Market and at the Peddler Shoppe at the senior center, 5353
Sunol Blvd. Call Carol Gordon, 462-1338, or Gretchen Berendt, 484-1144.
Coffee and Conversation with the Experts
"
Reflexology: Learn an Easy Way to Enhance Your Well Being" by Judy Morris,
naturopathic doctor, will demonstrate how to use reflexology 9:30-11 a.m.,
Tuesday, Dec. 9, at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call 931-5365.
Cost is $1 for residents, $1.50 for non-residents.
Contra Costa Wind Symphony
Duane Carroll will conduct the "Sounds of the Season," a program of holiday
music, 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 10, at the new Performing Arts Center, Acalanes
High School, 1200 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette. Seating is limited. Call 944-5392.
Pleasanton Community Concert Band
"
Suites, Treats and Flights of Fancy" will be performed at 7:30 p.m., Sunday,
Dec. 14, at Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road. Music will include pieces
honoring the Wright brothers for their Kitty Hawk flight 100 years ago, Hanukkah
and Christmas. Concert is free but donations are appreciated. Call 443-5526
or visit www.pleasantonband.org.
Make the Holidays Meaningful
A unique solo performance of "A Christmas Carol" by Rev. Robert Fish will be
held 6:30-9 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, at Tri-Valley Unity Church, 6325 Sierra
Court, Dublin. Also a Second Sunday of Advent service with a candle lighting
ceremony in remembrance of departed loved ones, will be held 10 a.m., Sunday,
Dec. 7. Call 829-2733.
Creche Display
Come and view hundreds of manger scenes from around the world, 7-9 p.m., Friday,
Dec. 12; 1-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13; and 5-8 p.m., Sunday,
Dec. 14, at Lynnewood Methodist Church, 4444 Black Ave. Call 846-0221.
Lessons in Carols
This evening offers singing familiar carols by the Pleasanton Presbyterian
Church Sanctuary Choir and the audience and enjoy one of the only pipe organs
in the Tri-Valley area 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13, at Pleasanton Presbyterian
Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. No admission charge. Child care provided.
America's Castles
A video presentation of America's Castles: Grand Plantations will be held at
1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 16, at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal
Ave. The video offers viewers an inside look at majestic homes built by wealthy
Southern planters along the Mississippi River from New Orleans to Natchez.
Call 931-3404.
Handel's Messiah
The 19th annual San Ramon Valley Messiah Sing-Along will be held at 8 p.m.,
Saturday, Dec. 13, at the San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd.,
San Ramon. The sing-along will be accompanied by the 45-piece San Ramon Valley
Festival Orchestra. Donations accepted; mail to the SRV Messiah Sing-Along,
P.O. Box 2033, San Ramon, CA 94583.
Pleasanton Girls Softball League
The league is accepting registration for girls ages 5-18 for the upcoming 2004
season through Jan. 15 with guaranteed placement. Registration forms and
information is online at www.pleasantonsoftball.org, or call Tom, 426-9257.
Holiday Wine Pouring
Crooked Vine Winery will offer a holiday wine pouring from 1-4 p.m., Saturday,
Dec. 20, at Gene's Fine Foods, 2803 Hopyard Road. Owner Dale Vaughn-Bowen
will be on hand to autograph bottles. Call (800) 371-8156, or 846-8220.
Rotary Club Christmas Dinner
The Rotary Club of Pleasanton presents their 22nd Annual Christmas Dinner 3
p.m., Sunday, Dec. 14, at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd.
Dinner is free to Pleasanton resident 60 years and older. Fore more info.
call 931-5365.
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