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Publication Date: Friday, May 21, 2004 Calendar
Calendar
(May 21, 2004)
Auditions
Harmony Crossroads Chorus
A special guest will visit the Harmony Crossroads chorus at 7:30 p.m., Monday,
May 24, at the Pleasanton Community Church, 4455 Stoneridge Drive. Call 846-1857
or (510) 582-0933.
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.
Pot OÕ Gold Chorus
Men who enjoy singing are invited to join in 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.
Valley Concert Chorale
Join choral singers who enjoy performing a wide range of music from classical
to contemporary. Contact Pam Grove, 462-4205 or 866-4003, or visit www.valleyconcertchorale.org.
Author Visit
Pleasanton Public Library
James Dalessandro, author of "1906: A Novel," will discuss and sign his book
at 2 p.m., Sunday, June 6, at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal
Ave. Call Penny Johnson, 931-3405.
Towne Center Books
Upcoming visits at 555 Main St. include: Lewis Perdue, "The Da Vinci Legacy," 6:30
p.m., Friday, May 21; Megan McDonald, author of the Judy Moody series, 4 p.m.,
Wednesday, May 26. Call 846-8826.
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 at ctvbookclub@yahoo.com.
Comments or suggestions by e-mail welcome, or mail them to CTV30, 4663 Bernal
Ave., Suite B, Pleasanton, 94566.
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.
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 grades 6-8 and their mothers or other
adult female. The June 16 selection is "Give a Boy a Gun" by Todd Strasser.
Online Book Club
The Pleasanton Public Library offers an online book club. Read the first few
chapters of a book before it is released. The service is free. Join by visiting
www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library.html. Call 931-3400.
Poetry Reading
Poets Joel Fallon and Maria Rosales will be guests at the next poetry reading
series from 1-3 p.m., Sunday, June 6, at the Century House, 2401 Santa Rita
Road. Admission is $3. Call 931-5361.
Purely Poetry
A poetry writing and critique group, with 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 original poems. Contact Ridgeway, 462-8061 or klridge@comcast.net,
or Cynthia Bryant, 461-8740 or cynthia.bryant@comcast.net.
Towne Center Book Club
The club meets at 7 p.m., the second Wednesday monthly at Coffee Beans and
Bistro, 401 Main St. The June selection is "Confessions of a Failed Southern
Lady" by Florence King.
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.
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.
Civic Meetings
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 June
1.
Civic Arts Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of the month in the City
Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is June 7.
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 in the district office board room, 7051 Dublin Blvd.
The next meeting is June 1.
Housing Commission
The commission meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month in the
City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is June 17.
Human Services Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month in the
City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is June 2.
Library Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month in the Pleasanton
Public Library meeting room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is June
10.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month in the City
Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is June 10.
Planning Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of every month
in the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is May
26.
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. A budget hearing meeting will be held 5-7 p.m., May 25; the next
regular meeting will be June 1.
Youth Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month in the
Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. The next meeting is June 9.
Class Reunions
Amador Valley High Class of 1964
The class will hold its 40th reunion from 7 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, Aug. 21,
at the Sheraton Four Points Hotel, 5115 Hopyard Road. Cost is $70 for alumni
and guests; $35 for teachers. Send payment by June 1 to: Class of '64 Reunion,
Shirley Theodore Schuchardt, 6191 Alvord Way, 94588. Call Shirley, 846-6701,
or Joan Fields, 462-4312.
Classes
Amador Adult School
Amador Adult School is offering free classes including ESL, Older Adult, Parent
Education, GED, HS Diploma, Citizenship and more. Call 426-4280.
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.
Moss Basket Class
A moss basket class will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 29, at Western Garden
Nursery, 27546 Vineyard Ave. No charge. Call 462-1760
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.
Sharing Ideas for Parenthood
This ongoing 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 Haven's Every Child Counts
A four-week parenting class for custodial grandparents of children under 5
years is being held Thursday evenings at 3663 Pacific Ave., Livermore. No
charge. Registration is required. Call 449-7889 or e-mail Emma, emilyw@trivalleyhaven.org.
Clubs
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.
Amador Valley Quilters
Linda McLaughlin will be the guest speaker at the next meeting at 1:30 p.m.,
Saturday, June 12, held at Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. All are
welcome. Call Marion Kremer, 828-5656.
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.
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.
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.
Daughters of the American Revolution
The Jose Maria Amador Chapter can help you find your roots. Meetings are held
at 11 a.m. on the second Saturday every month. Chapter focuses on community
and patriotism. Call Laurie, 846-3898, or e-mail dar_josemariaamador@hotmail.com.
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.
East Bay I.T. Group
Upcoming events: Apple Users Group meeting, May 17; TVC Workshop, May 18; Sales
and Marketing SIG, May 20; Future Tech and Gadget Show, noon-7 p.m., Thursday,
May 27, at the Carr America Conference Center, 4400 Rosewood Drive. $5 members/$15
guests. Call 577-8454. Visit www.ebig.org for complete details.
FPEA Chapter 075
Lynne Stein, a legal document assistant, will speak at the Retired Public Employees
Association meeting at 10:45 a.m., Thursday, June 3, at Emil Villa Hickory
Pit, 3064 Pacific Ave., Livermore. Reservations required by June 1. Call
461-0315.
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.
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.
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.
Ladies Choice Investment Club
This group meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of every month to discuss educational
stock selections and investments. Call Sandy Smith, 516-8671, for location.
Livermore Amador Valley Garden Club
In celebration of the club's 20th anniversary, a garden fest for members and
guests will be held from 2-5 p.m., Sunday, May 23, at the Pleasanton Senior
Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call Bev, 485-7812.
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.
Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society
The club meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at Congregation
Beth Emek, 1886 College Ave., Livermore. Call Jolene or David Abrahams, 447-9386
or visit www.l-ags.org.
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.
Mothers of Preschoolers - Livermore
This club meets from 9-11:30 a.m. on the first and third Friday every month
at Cornerstone Fellowship, 111 C Lindbergh Ave., Livermore. Call 447-3465.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 avenues. Call
Alice Jones, 846-0902.
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. Monthly luncheons are held at
11 a.m. on the second Wednesday. Call Carole, 251-9251, or Jackie, 398-8313.
Visit www.pleasantonnewcomers.com.
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.
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.
Professional Women's Business Exchange
This Pleasanton Chapter meets at 9:30 a.m. on the first and third Thursday
of the month, and is for women who want to grow their business. Call Laurie,
895-2343 for location. Visit www.PWBE.com.
Rotary Club of Pleasanton
The club meets at noon each Thursday at the Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St.
Call 355-2564.
SAVOR
The Tri-Valley civic liberties group, Save Our Rights, meets at 7:30 p.m. on
the first Tuesday of the month. Call 829-6939 for location. Visit www.nowwatchthis.com/savor.
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday monthly at the Brass
Door Restaurant (back room), 2154 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. The club
plans year-round activities for adults and families. Call 736-1751.
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.
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.
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.
Tri-Valley 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.tri-valleyflyfishers.org
or call Jim Broadband, 455-1046.
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 Macintosh Users Group
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday every month at the Livermore
Adult Education Facility, 543 Sonoma Ave., room 8, Livermore. PC users are
also welcome. Call Izak Mutlu, 830-8838, or visit www.clubtmug.com.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Concerts
Concerts in the Park
Bring blankets and lawn chairs for the free concerts held 7-8 p.m. every Friday
throughout the summer at Wayside Park at First and Neal streets. June performers
are: The Raving Daves, rock, June 4; Silicon Valley Houserockers, 1960s and
70s rock, June 11; Georgi & the Roughweek, blues, June 18; Finding Stella,
rock and pop, June 25.
Events
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Upcoming event schedule: RV Show, May 14-23; Square Dancing, May 28-30. Admission
varies; $8 parking. For more information, visit www.alamedacountyfair.com
or call 426-7600.
Antiques Faire
The Pleasanton Antiques Street Faire will be held downtown 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday,
May 30, along Main Street with more than 400 antique dealers. Admission and
parking are free. Call 484-2199.
Children's Art Festival
This annual free event will feature origami, watercolors, trash to treasure
and more from noon-4 p.m., Sunday, June 6, at the Amador Community Park,
4301 Black Ave. For information or to volunteer, call Michelle Stearns, 931-5349,
or e-mail mstearns@ci.pleasanton.ca.us.
First Wednesday Street Party
Pleasanton Downtown Association's 1st Wednesday Street Party,"Island Time," will
be held from 6-9 p.m., June 2, on Main Street. The event features more than
100 vendors, food booths and live entertainment. Admission is free. Call 484-2199.
Visit www.pleasantondowntown.org.
Mystery Dinner Theater
"
Par 4 For Murder" is the next mystery dinner theater with seating open at 7:15
p.m. on Fridays through May 28, at Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St. $48 for the
play and a three-course gourmet meal. For reservations, call 846-8106.
Pleasanton Downtown Association
Upcoming PDA events May events include the Antique Faire, May 30. June: First
Wednesday, June 2; Concert in the Park series begins June 3; Art & Heritage
Days, June 25-26.
Public Works Facility Tour
The City of Pleasanton invites visitors for behind the scenes tours at the
city's public works facilities and services, in recognition of National Public
Works Week, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, May 22, at the City of Pleasanton
Operations Center, 3333 Busch Road. Refreshments will be served.
Safety Fair
Enjoy free food and services plus a free child identity kit, child safety seat
inspections, fire safety, a free car wash and more from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday,
May 22, at Farmers Insurance, 11555 Dublin Canyon Road.
San Francisco Zoo
The zoo will celebrate its newest habitat, the African Savanna, from 10 a.m.-5
p.m., May 29-31, at 1 Zoo Road, San Francisco, featuring live music, entertainment
and interactive activities. Call (415) 753-7080 or visit www.sfzoo.org.
Whale Watching
Boat trips depart on Saturdays-Sundays and select weekdays from May 29-November.
Both a six- and eight-hour cruise available. For reservations, call (415)
474-3385. Visit www.oceanicsociety.org.
Exhibits
Adobe Art Center Gallery
Three Bay Area artists whose work deals with lines, angles and curves, will
be on display from June 2-29 at 20395 San Miguel Drive, Castro Valley. Call
(510) 881-6736.
Railroad History
Ongoing exhibits at the Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St., include: Put Your
Hands on Valley Railroad History, displayed through Aug. 29; Lego Train Club,
June 10-July 11; Golden Gate Lionel Railroad Club, July 24-August 8. $2 donation.
Hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; 1-4 p.m., Sunday. Call 462-2766.
The Blackhawk Museum
Upcoming events include: Danville Dukes' second annual gathering, 10:15 a.m.-3
p.m., Monday, May 31; pedal-powered children's vehicles exhibit from the
late 1800s-2000, running through Sunday, Nov. 14. Call Jon Hart, 736-2277,
Ext. 248 or e-mail jhart@blackhawkmuseum.org.
Film
Fundraisers
Comedy Walk-a-Thon
Join the walk-a-thon followed by a family comedy show beginning at 9 a.m.,
Sunday, May 30, at Jack London Square, Oakland. The walk benefits Children's
Hospital's TSC Clinic in Oakland. For details, call Janine Steenman, 249-1302.
Glide Memorial Church
Students of the Quest/Service class, assisting Glide Memorial Church in San
Francisco, are collecting toiletries for the homeless individuals through
May 28. Donations can be dropped off at Harvest Park Middle School, 4900
Valley Ave.
Harry Potter and Barton Reading Program
Enjoy the June 5 premiere showing of "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" with
popcorn and drinks while helping the Barton Reading Program. The movie will
be shown at the Vine Theater in Livermore; tickets are $25 and available through
Valley View Elementary School, 480 Adams Way. Call Christina Clark for details,
426-4231.
Home and Garden Tour
Pleasanton Partnerships in Education (PPIE) Foundation will hold a home and
garden tour featuring five homes, including John and Virginia Madden's historic
adobe, from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Saturday, May 22. Tour includes catered
refreshments. Tickets are $45 and available by calling 846-5620.
Lynnewood United Methodist Church
A flea market, benefiting a Sierra Service project, will be held from 8 a.m.-1
p.m., Saturday, May 22, at the Lynnewood United Methodist Church, 4444 Black
Ave. Proceeds will go toward a trip to the Navajo Indian Reservation. Visit
www.sierraserviceproject.org.
Pleasanton Foothill Little League
Enjoy carnival games, food and K9 demonstrations while supporting the league
from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, May 22, at the Pleasanton Sports Park, 5800
Parkside Drive, field 3. Call Jean Beanland, 600-0002.
Recycling at Alisal
Alisal Elementary School, 1454 Santa Rita Road, will collect the recycled items
at the school 8:30-9:30 a.m. on June 2.
Senior Flea Market
Many miscellaneous items and food will be offered at Ridge View Commons, 5200
Case Ave., in the senior complex from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, May 22. All
proceeds benefit seniors activity funds.
The Grape Gatsby
A silent auction and wine tasting will be held at Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo
Road, Livermore, in the caves, 4-7 p.m., Saturday, May 22. Funds raised benefit
Bay Area's children's causes. Enjoy food and savor wines from 24 wineries;
bid on more than 100 wine lots. Tickets are $50. Call 447-9463 or visit www.livermorewine.com.
Health
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Through the end of May, the American Red Cross will hold a mobile blood drive
at 5556-B Springdale Ave. To donate blood you must be at least 17 years old,
weigh more than 110 pounds and be in good health. To schedule an appointment,
call (800) GIVE-LIFE (448-3543) or visit www.BeADonor.com.
Ask the Doctor: Spine Injuries
Orthopedic surgeons Kevin Booth and Paul Nottingham will answer questions about
spine injuries and treatment on Ask the Doctor television program airing
live 6:30-7:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 2, on channel 27. Viewers can phone-in
questions to 313-1190, fax to 313-1185, or e-mail askthedoctor@contracostatv.org.
Axis Community Health
Axis Community Health, providing adult, child and geriatric medical care as
well as mental health and addiction counseling, offers free health education
services at its facility at 4361 Railroad Ave. Call Jenny Donovan, 201-6082
or e-mail jdonovan@axishealth.org.
Axis Community Health Coffee
Axis Community Health will hold a community coffee at 7:30 a.m., Friday, May
21, in its conference room, 4361 Railroad Ave. Program directors will conduct
tours of the facility and a continental breakfast will be served. For reservation,
call or e-mail Jenny Donovan, 201-6082, jdonovan@axishealth.org.
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.
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.
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 nonmembers. Call for class reservations, 847-5172.
Immunization Clinics
Axis Community Health has drop-in immunization clinics for children of low-income
or uninsured families 9-11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 5, at 4361 Railroad Ave.
Medi-Cal and Medi-Cal managed care programs are also eligible. There is a
charge for some immunizations. Call 462-1755.
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.
Holiday
Kids & Teens
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.
Mini-Track Stars
This league-like program for ages 3-6 years offer children the opportunity
to develop teamwork and listening skills. Players meet one hour weekly for
four weeks starting Saturday, June 5, at Hart Middle School, 4433 Willow
Road. $25 for residents, $30 for non-residents. Register by June 1. Forms
are available at the Pleasanton Tennis Complex, 5801 Valley Ave. Call Ian
Anderson, 931-3447.
Poetry Workshop Series
Open to youths to age 18, this series, led by Susan Wooldridge author of "Poemcrazy:
Freeing Your Life With Words," will be held 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, May 22
at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. No charge. To register,
call Jan Bauman, 931-3400, Ext. 37. For more information call Kirk Ridgeway,
462-8061.
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.
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.
Vacation Bible School
The Catholic Community of Pleasanton will host a vacation bible school for
children, K-5, from June 21-25, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 3999 Bernal
Ave. Register online at www.catholicsofpleasanton.org or call Michael Gallagher,
245-6416 for registration locations.
Lectures/Workshops
'All About Arthritis'
Rheumatologist David Wu and orthopedic surgeon Kambiz Behzadi will be guest
speakers at the free seminar "All About Arthritis" at 7-8:30 p.m., Wednesday,
May 26, in the south conference room at the San Ramon Regional Medical Center,
7777 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon. To register, call (800) 284-2878 or online
at www.sanramonmedctr.com.
Career Workshops
The Tri-Valley One-Stop Career Center offers career counseling on a drop-in
basis Monday and Friday and resume critiquing by appointment at 5020 Franklin
Drive. Call Tamara, 485-5266.
Home Buyer Seminar
A free home-buyer seminar will be held at Wausau Mortgage, 6800 Koll Center
Parkway, Suite 310, at 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 2. For reservations, call
Barry Cass, Ext. 2017, or Steve Moline, Ext. 2073, at (800) 809-1320.
Ohlone Indians
Andrew Galvan, archaeologist and curator of the Old Mission San Francisco de
Asis, Mission Dolores, will discuss the Ohlone Indians at 7 p.m., Wednesday,
June 9, at Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St. Call 462-2766 for reservations.
Railroad History
Upcoming lectures include: Randy Hees, the Transcontinental Railroad, 7 p.m.,
Thursday, May 27; Dan Mosier, Tesla's Alameda and San Joaquin Railroad, 7
p.m., Thursday, June 3; Gene Skoropowski, the future of passenger railroad,
7 p.m., Thursday, July 15, at the Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St. Cost
is $5. For reservations, call 462-2766.
Live Music
Main St. Brewery
The restaurant, 830 Main St., features live music every Friday and Saturday
night. Call 462-8218.
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.
Miscellaneous
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.
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.
Full Moon Walk
Enjoy a walk to the top of Mt. Wanda in the Martinez hills where John Muir
took his daughters, Wednesday, June 2. Admission is free. Call the John Muir
National Historic Site for time and location, 228-8860.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue Adoption Days
Give a homeless dog or cat a second chance 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, next
to the Farmers Market on First and Angela streets. On Thursdays, 7-8 p.m.,
learn how to medicate homeless cats at a meeting at the East County Animal
Shelter, 4595 Gleason Drive, Dublin. The shelter is open daily 11:30 a.m.-5:30
p.m. Spay and neuter assistance available. Call 803-7043.
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.
On Stage
Danville Ballet Spring Performance
Danville Ballet Company along with students from ballet and theater arts, will
perform 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 21, and 2 and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 22,
at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road. For ticket information, call
831-9256.
Pleasanton Playhouse
The Playhouse's Broadway Chorus will perform "Jazz Meets Broadway" at 8 p.m.
Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 28-30, at Amador Theater, 1155
Santa Rita Road. $15/adults, $13/seniors and $10/juniors. Also, season tickets
are available for the 2004-2005 season with a 10 percent discount for purchases
before June 4. For tickets call 462-2121 or visit www.pleasantonplayhouse.com.
'The Last 5 Years'
Jason Robert Brown's "The Last 5 Years" is onstage 8:15 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday;
2:15 and 7:15 p.m., Sunday, June 4-2 at Dean Lesher Regional Center for the
Arts, 1345 Locust St., Walnut Creek, at the Knight Stage 3. Tickets are $26-$29.
Call 943-7469. Visit www.playhousewest.org.
Valley Dance Theatre
Celebrating a 15-year collaboration with the Livermore-Amador Symphony, "Discover
Dance" will be performed 7 p.m., Saturday, May 29, and 2 p.m., Sunday, May
30, at Livermore High School Theater, 600 Maple St., Livermore. Reserved seating
is $15/adults, $13/seniors; open seating is $12/adults, $10/seniors. Free to
children under 18, but tickets are required. Call 243-0927. Visit www.valleydancetheatre.com.
Political Notes
Jerry Thorne Campaign Kick-Off
City council candidate Jerry Thorne will kick-off his campaign at his home,
5144 Hummingbird Road, from 2-5 p.m., Sunday, May 23.
Recreation
Parks and Community Services
The city department offers a wide array of activities and enrichment classes
for the entire family, ranging from art, aquatics and sports to health, horsemanship
and cooking. Visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/parks.html; call 931-5340; or
visit the office at 200 Old Bernal Ave. for the latest activity guide.
Scholarships
Seniors
Coffee and Conversation With the Experts
ValleyCare Health System's Wanda Sidun will discuss "Five Wishes: A New, Easy
to Use, Durable Power of Attorney for Health/Living Will" from 10 a.m.-noon,
Tuesday, June 8, at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Donations
$1 for residents, $1.50 nonresidents. Call 931-5365.
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.
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. $1 for Pleasanton residents
and $1.50 for non-residents. Call 931-5365 or e-mail pleasenior@yahoo.com.
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.
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.
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.
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 available. Call 931-5365.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Woodshop Program
Work on a project of your choice with help from a volunteer assistant. The
woodshop program is open 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays-Thursdays; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.,
Fridays; 9 a.m.-noon, the 2nd Saturday of the month. Woodshop is held at
the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Drop-in fees are $1.50 for
residents and $2.50 for non-residents. Call 931-5365.
Spiritual
BahaÕi Informative Meeting
Baha'i Faith holds 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.
Sports
Baseball Summer Camps
Registration is being accepted for a five-day Adidas-Sportstime baseball summer
camp for players, age 6-14, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., June 14, July 12 and Aug.
16, at the Pleasanton Sports Park, 5800 Parkside Drive. Cost is $225-$250.
Register online, www.sportstime.com, or call 922-2255.
Foothill Baseball Summer Camp
This 10th annual camp for players, ages 7-14, will be held from 9 a.m.-noon,
Monday-Wednesday, June 21-23, at Foothill High School, 4375 Foothill Road.
Cost is $100 and includes a T-shirt, photograph and certificate. Call Angelo
Scavone, 461-7515, Ext. 3. Visit www.pleasantonpony.com.
Tri-For-Fun Triathlon
The 17th season triathlon schedule is: 7 a.m., Saturday, June 19; July 17;
and Aug. 21, at Shadow Cliff, 2500 Stanley Blvd., and is suitable for both
veteran and first-time triathletes. The course includes a 700-yard swim,
a 20-mile bike loop and a 4-mile run. Advance entry fee is $40, $45 on race
day. To register call (209) 795-7832 or visit www.onyourmarkevents.com.
Tri-Valley School of Baseball
Registration is open for players, age 5-14, for this two-day camp held 10 a.m.-2
p.m., Saturday and Sunday, June 19-20, at the varsity baseball field at Amador
Valley High School, 1155 Santa Rita Road, featuring former Oakland A's Carney
Lansford. Cost is $150. Call Brian Kohndrow, 200-5910, or e-mail coachkohndrow@hotmail.com.
Tri-Valley Sea Devils
The Tri-Valley Sea Devils are looking for year-round swimmers. Contact Hope,
469-8495.
Support Groups
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.
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.
Bereavement Support Group
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday of the month through June 17 at
St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Drive. All are welcome. For more
information, contact Mary Hagerty, 846-5377.
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
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.
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.
Chapter of SHHH
The group meets at 7:30 p.m., on the third Thursday of each month at Valley
Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway. Call Hiram Van Blarigan, 455-6591
or e-mail hvanblarigan@hotmail.com.
Christian Singles Group
Join us for lively discussion on the realities of being a single Christian.
Bible-based, supportive fun. All welcome. Mondays, 6-7 p.m., at the Christian
Counseling Center, 25400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward. Call Julie Davis, (510)
783-6629.
Community Resources for Independent Living
If you or your loved one need a personal assistant to help you in your home,
Community Resources for Independent Living can work with you to find help
for your specific needs. Call 371-1531, or TTY, 371-1532. Visit www.cril-online.org.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Job Search Support Group
This group provides help with resumes and networking during the job search.
Meetings held at the Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway. For
meeting times, visit www.vccpls.org or call 846-6622.
Jobs Networking Group
CSIX East Bay, helping individuals in career transitions, meets from 10 a.m.-12:30
p.m., every Thursday at WineCentives, 6040 Dougherty Road, Dublin. Cost is
$3. Call Doug Herz, 746-0288.
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.
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.
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.
Men at Work
The group is a part of Al-Anon and meets from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays at the
Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. Call Tom, 417-7540.
Men in Grief
This ongoing 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.
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.
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.
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are held from 7-8 p.m., Thursdays, St. ClareÕs Episcopal Church, 3350
Hopyard Road. Call Lisa, 931-0994.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Men with prostate cancer and their families are welcome at Man to Man, a support
group that meets 7:30-9 p.m., on the second Tuesday monthly in the West Day
Room in the south building at San Ramon Regional Medical Center, 7777 Norris
Canyon Road. A licensed therapist facilitates the group. Call 933-0107.
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. Refreshments served.
Call 455-6591 for information.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tri-Valley ADHD Adult Support Group
This group meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday monthly at Lynnewood United
Methodist Church, 4444 Black Ave. Contact Pattie Tanner, 548-4247.
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.
Tri-Valley Bipolar Support Group
This group meets 7:15 p.m.-9 p.m. every Wednesday monthly at Saint Claire's
Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Road. Call 462-1248.
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.
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 Jill, 931-5369.
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.
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.
Volunteering
Alameda County Community Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to staff the Emergency Food Hotline Monday-Friday, 9
a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Call (510) 834-3663 or visit www.accfb.org.
Barton Reading Program
Volunteer to help tutor at-risk readers one-on-one to improve children's reading
skills. You will make the difference in the life of a struggling student.
Contact Christina Clark, 426-4231 or send an e-mail to cclark@pleasanton.k12.ca.
Children's Art Festival
Teen and adult volunteers are needed to help at the Children's Art Festival,
sponsored by the city's parks department, from noon-4 p.m., Sunday, June
6, at the Amador Community Park on Santa Rita Road and Black Avenue. Call
Michelle Stearns, 931-5349, or e-mail mstearns@ci.pleasanton.ca.us.
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.
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.
Kid Power Program
Students entering grades 6-9 are invited to assist children of all ages for
the summer reading program at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal
Ave. Call 931-3400, Ext. 8. Visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library-children.html.
Livermore VA Hospital
Patient entertainment items, sponsorships, special daily services, and volunteers
are needed for the hospital's information desk. Volunteer golf cart driver
and recreation assistants are also needed. Call Ginny De Guzman at 373-4700,
Ext. 35360.
Museum On Main Street
Volunteers are needed for the Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St., for events,
the education project, clerical work, archiving and greeting visitors. Call
Heather Haugen-Rizzoli, 462-2766.
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 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 Public Library
Adult volunteers are needed for next falls Booklegger program to promote books
in Pleasanton classrooms from Kindergarten-eighth grade. The training class
will be begin 9:30-11:30 a.m., Thursday, September 9 at the Pleasanton Library,
400 Old Bernal Ave. Call Penny Johnson, 931-3405.
Tri-Valley Haven
Volunteer with the crisis hot line, legal clinic or sexual assault response
team. Call 449-5845, Ext. 110.
ValleyCare Auxiliary
Looking for meaningful volunteering? ValleyCare Auxiliary may be the place.
Opportunities exist for floor service, information desks, office, gift and
thrift shops and the library. Volunteers are also eligible for a discount
at LifeStyleRx. Call 734-3368.
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