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Publication Date: Friday, July 30, 2004 Calendar
Calendar
(July 30, 2004)
Auditions
Harmony Crossroads Chorus
Harmony Crossroads chorus, a women's a capella barbershop-style chorus, invites
singers of any experience level to join the group. Rehearsals are Mondays
at 7:30 p.m. 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.
Pleasanton Playhouse
The Playhouse will hold auditions for two productions: "Evita" and "Born Yesterday." "For "Evita," auditions
are 7 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 3-4. Prepare 16 bars of musical theater
song. For "Born Yesterday," auditions are 7:30 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, Aug.
9-10. All roles open for both; no appointment required. See complete details
at www.pleasantonplayhouse.com or call 462-2121.
Pot Oı 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
Towne Center Books
Upcoming visits at 555 Main St. include: Cynthia Borris, "No More Bobs," 7-9
p.m., Friday, Aug. 6. 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 CTV 30, 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. on 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 Aug. 18 selection is "City of Beasts" by Isabel Allende.
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 online
at www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library.html. Call 931-3400.
Poetry Reading
With guest poets Maria Rosales and Sandra Lee Stillwell, the next reading is
1-3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 1, 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. 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. Call 846-8826. Aug. 11 selection is "Cry the Beloved
Country" by Alan Paton.
Writersı Roundtable
Across the River Writersı 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 Aug.
3.
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 Aug. 2.
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 Aug. 3.
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 Aug. 19.
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 Aug. 4.
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 Aug.
12.
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 Aug. 12.
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 Aug.
11.
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 July and August meetings were
canceled; the next meeting is Sept. 8.
Class Reunions
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
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.
Child Care Licensing Orientation
A free orientation meeting will be held 9:30-noon, Tuesday, Aug. 3, at Child
Care Links, 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite 102. Call 417-8733.
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.
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
Meetings are held on the second Saturday of the month.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.
eBig
The East Bay I.T. Group holds educational lectures, workshops and events for
members and interested persons on topics such as blogging, telecom and wireless
technology and more. For an upcoming events calendar, visit www.ebig.org.
Golden Bay Runners
A monthly potluck business meeting is held at 7 p.m. on the third Friday monthly
at the Castro Valley Womenıs 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 Vicıs All Star Kitchen, 201 Main St. This
is an organization geared towards serving children of the world. Often have
guest speakers. Call 484-0789 for the day.
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 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's 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
Womenıs 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. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and the education program at
7:30 p.m. Call Mary Switzer at 846-7342.
Pleasanton Art League
The next PAL and LAA general meeting is Sept. 22. Upcoming PAL workshops: Charlotte
Severin, Mendocino in watercolor, Aug. 2-6; Teresa Saia, watercolor, Nov.
13-16. 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 Maestroıs Restaurant,
5100 Hopyard Road. Members share leads and help promote each otherıs businesses.
Membership is limited to one member per business category. Call Jan, 734-5261,
or Cindy, 833-0106.
Pleasanton Mothers Club
Pleasantonıs 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 Womenıs 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.
SnoıFlakes Ski Club
SnoıFlakes 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.
Tri-Valley Women's Connection
Tri-Valley Women's Connection welcomes The Walsh School of Highland Dance and
guest speaker Lou Ann Smith 9:30-11 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 19 at the Wyndham
Garden Hotel, 5990 Stoneridge Mall Road. Cost is $15, includes a breakfast
buffet. Reservations and cancellations by Aug. 16. Call 846-7930.
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 Veteranıs 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. Upcoming
performers are: Star Celebrations, top 40s, July 30; Midnight Hour, rhythm
and blues, Aug. 6; Night Fever Band, Aug. 13; Magical, 1950s, Aug. 20; and
Burton & Company, blues, Aug. 27.
Events
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Upcoming events: Country Folk Art & Craft Show, Aug. 6-8; Past & Present Doll & Bear
Show, Aug. 14; Back-to-School Fair 2004, Aug. 14-15; Scrapbook Expo, Aug. 19-21;
Goodguys West Coast Nationals, Aug. 27-29. Admission varies; $8 parking. For
more information, visit www.alamedacountyfair.com or call 426-7600.
Books Not Bombs Rally and March
Tri-Valley CAREs will hold a rally and march to the Lawrence Livermore National
Laboratory at 1 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 8, from Jackson Elementary School, 554
Jackson Ave., Livermore. A free shuttle from the Pleasanton BART will be
available. Call 443-7148 or visit www.trivalleycares.org.
Dublin Performing Arts Celebration
Dance and pot luck dinner will be held at 1:15-4:15 p.m., Saturday, July 31
at Rhythm Street Studio, 6635 Dublin Blvd., Dublin. Featuring dance entertainment
and free admission, just bring a pot luck dish. For reservation call 461-8780.
First Wednesday Street Party
"
Disco Days" is the theme for the next Street Party held 6-9 p.m., Wednesday,
Aug. 4 in downtown Pleasanton. Enjoy Livermore Valley wines, foods, family
entertainment, vendor booths and the Pooch Parade.
Habitat for Humanity
The East Bay Habitat for Humanity is having a one-hour site tour of its 22-home
Livermore development on East Avenue at 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 7. Call (510)
251-6304, Ext. 313 for more information.
NFL Greg Kragen's 'From Harvest Park to the Super Bowl'
Former Denver Broncos and Caroline Panthers defensive lineman Greg Kragen is
guest speaker at 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 19 at the Museum On Main Street,
603 Main St. $5 donation requested. Reservations required; call 462-2766.
Pet Vaccination and Microchip Clinic
A clinic, offering rabies, DHLPP, CCVRP and FeLV vaccinations and microchips,
will be held 9 a.m.-noon, the last Saturday monthly through Aug. 28 at the
Tri-Valley SPCA, 4651 Gleason Drive, Dublin. The $25 cost includes registration.
For details, visit www.eastbayspca.org/vetservices or call 479-9670.
Pooch Parade
Dog lovers can show off their canine pals at the parade 6 p.m., Wednesday,
Aug. 4. Register from 5-6 p.m.; $5 per category: Most Creative Costume, Cute
Enough As Is, Best Team outfits, Best Trick pooch. Proceeds benefit Tri-Valley
Guide Dog Puppy Raisers.
Exhibits
Adobe Art Gallery
Landscape art work by four East Bay artists will be on display from Aug. 12-Sept.9.
A reception for the artists will be held from 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 12.
For more information, call the art center (510) 881-6735 or the gallery at
(510) 881-6736.
Blackhawk Museum
Upcoming events include: Annual post-Pebble Beach Open House. Free admission;
entertainment, food and fun from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday, Aug. 16. Late 1800-2000
pedal-powered children's vehicles exhibit displayed through Sunday, Nov.
14. Call Jon Hart, 736-2277, Ext. 248, or e-mail jhart@blackhawkmuseum.org.
Library Celebration
In conjunction with the Pleasanton Public Library's celebration being a public
facility, a special one day art exhibit, featuring seven local artists, will
be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 14 at the library, 400 Old Bernal
Ave.
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; Golden Gate
Lionel Railroad Club, running through Aug. 8. Cost is $5. Hours are 11 a.m.-4
p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; 1-4 p.m., Sunday. Call 462-2766.
Tricia Poulos-Leonard
Watercolor paintings by Tricia Poulos-Leonard are being exhibited throughout
August at the Garre Winery cafe, 7986 Tesla Road, Livermore. Call for hours,
371-8200.
Film
Fundraisers
Just Like New Fund
The Just Like New group, who assists low-income pet owners with animal medical
expenses, is collecting animal-themed, nearly new items for its "Litter Box" table.
Also, volunteers needed to help with the group's fall boutique. Call Jackie
Barnett, 846-2512.
Quilts for Babies
Sewn, knitted and crocheted blankets are being collected for distribution at
the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at ValleyCare Medical Center and Lucile
Packard Children's Hospital. The blankets should be between 24 and 36 inches.
Call Cleo Foster, 426-4306, or Sue Connolly, 426-4307.
Rotary Club of Pleasanton
A fundraising dinner for the Arroyo del Valle Trail Improvement Project will
be held at Vic's All Star Kitchen, 201-A Main St., at 6:30 p.m., Saturday,
Aug. 14. Limited seating; tickets are $15 and available by mail only. Call
Janet Burton 417-5905 or e-mail janetburton@comcast.net.
'Stand Down' at Camp Parks
The fourth annual event, providing multiple services such as medical, dental,
hygiene and legal, to homeless veterans, will be held Aug. 12-15 and needs
donations to purchase sleeping bags for distribution. Donations accepted
at the Pleasanton branch of the Bank of Walnut Creek.
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Recycle cell telephones, empty ink jet and toner cartridges from printers,
fax machines and copiers. Free pick up; prepaid envelopes and shipping labels
are provided at no cost. Call Larry Behrens, 735-7203. Visit larry@recycleforbreastcancer.com.
Tulancingo Sister City Association
The 21st annual barbecue fundraiser will be held 5:30-11:30 p.m., Saturday,
Aug. 7, at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave. Festivities
include a no-host bar, dinner, silent and live auction and dancing. $30 for
advance tickets, $35 at the door, $150 for sponsor tables and $240 for reserved
table for eight. Tickets available at the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce,
777 Peters Ave., or Pleasanton Downtown Association, 830 Main St.
Health
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.
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, Aug. 7, 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.
Pleasanton Birth Home
The center helps parents experience the birth of their child in a home-like
setting. A facility open house at 4441 Railroad Ave. is held on alternating
Thursdays. For the next open house date or individual appointment, call 447-1010.
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
Dublin Performing Arts Camp
The performing arts summer camp for children ages 7-18 will be held 9 a.m.-3:15
p.m., Monday-Friday through Aug. 7, at 6620 Dublin Blvd., Dublin. $490. Call
551-5382 or e-mail information@dublintheatre.com.
Family Read Night
Child Care Links' 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.
Foothill Cheer Camp
A cheer camp for grades K-6 will be held at Foothill High School 9 a.m.-1:30
p.m., Monday-Tuesday, Aug. 9-10. The cost is $60 and includes a T-shirt and
lunch. For registration forms or details, call Margaret Gordon, 462-5800,
mmgmmg@comcast.net, or Kim DeJoy, 426-2374, kdejoyfhscheer@comcast.net.
'Maze Mania!'
The Pleasanton Public Library summer reading program "Maze Mania" game board
for children of all ages has begun and runs through Aug. 3. To sign up or for
details, call 931-3400, Ext. 8, or visit the library, 400 Old Bernal Ave.
National Gymnastics Day
Celebrate National Gymnastics Day at U.S. Gymsports, 1056 Serpentine Lane,
all day Saturday, Aug. 7. Families can enjoy a barbecue, face painting and
children of all ages can try out 20-minute classes in gymnastics or cheer.
Call 462-0871.
Police Teen Citizens' Academy
The Pleasanton Police Department is accepting applications for its teen academy,
slated Aug. 3-24. The three-week, seven-class program for high school students
will be held from 3-5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the police department,
4833 Bernal Ave. Applications are available at the police department or call
Sgt. Michael Elerick, 931-5230, or Detective Stephanie Green, 931-5146.
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.
Shakespeare Camp
The two-week session is for ages 7-13 and 13-18 and begins Aug. 9 at Pleasanton
Evangelical Free Church, 6900 N. Valley Trails Drive. Classes are from 9
a.m.-3 p.m. with after-care available until 5:30 p.m. $365; $490 includes
after-care option. Call (415) 422-2222 or visit www.sfshakes.org.
Story Times in Many Languages
The Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., will hold the last of its free
multilanguage story time series with bilingual storytellers with a story
told in Farsi at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 5. Call 931-3400, Ext. 8.
Summer Art Workshops
Taught by artist Madelynn Ellis, four separate workshops will be offered for
youth ages 8-12 on Aug. 10-11: color theory, pen and ink drawing, watercolors
and collagraph. Register early for limited seating. $25/residents; $35/nonresidents.
Call or e-mail Cynthia, 820-7387, cynthia@cynthialait.com.
The Great Barrier Reef
"
The Ocean Adventure" will return to the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old
Bernal Ave., at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 18. This free interactive program is
suitable for children entering grades 1-8. Visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library-children.html
or call 931-3400, Ext. 8.
Lectures/Workshops
Career Workshops
The Tri-Valley One-Stop Career Center offers career counseling, resume critiquing,
interviewing skills workshop, and more at 5020 Franklin Drive. Call for appointment,
485-5266.
Home Buyer Seminar
A free home buyer seminar sponsored by Wausau Mortgage will be held at 1 p.m.,
Saturday, July 31. To register and for location, call Steve Moline, (800)
809-1320, Ext. 2073, or e-mail smoline@wausaumortgage.com.
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
Artistsı Night
An ongoing ³Artistsı Night² is held at Art Works Studios from 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays
at 2219 First St., Livermore. All artists are invited; bring something to work
on, critique, share or just talk. A $5 donation is requested. Call 243-0424.
Bad Check Program for Merchants
The District Attorney Bad Check Program offers free online downloadable forms
at www.DA-BadCheck.com. Or call the district attorney's office for free informational
booklets at (800) 464-6737. This is a free public service provided b y District
Attorney Thomas J. Orloff.
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
Pleasantonıs 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.
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 artistsı 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. Low-cost spay/neuter certificates available online at www.tvar.org.
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
'As You Like It'
Woman's Will, a Bay Area all-female Shakespeare company, will perform "As You
Like It" at 6:30 p.m., Friday, July 30, at Centennial Park, adjacent to the
Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. The free performance is sponsored
by the Pleasanton Civic Arts. Call 931-5361.
'Midsummer Night's Dream'
The Las Positas College Summer Shakespeare will present the romantic comedy
with performances at 5:30 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, July 31, Aug. 7, 8,
14 and 15, in building 800 at the college, 3033 Collier Canyon Road, Livermore.
Tickets are $10; $7 for students and seniors. Call 373-5812.
'Murder by Merlot'
Gibson House Mystery Performers will present "Murder by Merlot" at the Pleasanton
Hotel, 855 Main St., at 7:15 p.m., Friday, Aug. 13 and 20. Enjoy a three-course
gourmet dinner and play for $48. Reservations required; call 846-8106.
'The Odd Couple,' Female Version
A reverse-gender version of the Neil Simon comedy classic will be performed
by the Pleasanton Playhouse's Summer Teen Theatre Production. Cast with teens
aged 13-18, performances are 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Aug. 6-7 and 13-14,
at the Studio Theatre, 1048 Serpentine Lane, Suite 309. A $10 donation suggested.
Tickets available in advance and at the door. Call 606-4845.
Political Notes
Jerry Thorne Barbecue
Jerry Thorne for City Council Committee will have a barbecue and fundraiser
from 6-9 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 18 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501
Pleasanton Ave., in area A. Admission is $25 for adults and children age
12 and up. Fun includes a live and silent auction. Call 846-6541.
Kerry/Edwards Yard-sale Fundraiser
A yard-sale fundraiser for the Kerry/Edwards presidential ticket will be held
at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 31, at 4150 Francisco St., located south of Valley
Avenue near Santa Rita Road. Call Dan Taylor, 485-3553.
Scott Haggerty's Chili Cook-Off
Scott Haggerty's barbecue and chili cook-off will be held 5:30- 9 p.m., Friday,
July 30, at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. The event begins with a social
hour followed by dinner and desserts. Tickets, available at the event, are
$25/adults and $10/seniors and children under 12 years. Call Chris Gray for
details, (510) 714-6967.
Recreation
Martial Arts
Green Dragon Martial Arts, 6635 Dublin Blvd., is offering females 13 and older
two weeks free instruction at 3-5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday or 1-4 p.m.,
Saturday through Aug. 15. Call 461-8780.
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
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 menıs 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.
Drive Alive at 55
Melba Akehurst will discuss improving driving habits for drivers age 55 and
older at 10:45 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 5 at Emil Villa's Hickory Pit, 3064 Pacific
Ave., Livermore. Make reservations by Aug. 3. Call 461-0315.
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.
Financial Lecture Series
A series of free financial advice seminars by Sima Alefi of Edward Jones will
be held beginning 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 10, in the meeting room at the
Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. No registration required.
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.
Preventing Falls
Falls are easily avoided and learn how at the next Coffee and Conversation
with the Experts at 10-11 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 10, at the Pleasanton Senior
Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. $1.25 for residents and $1.75 non-residents. Call
931-5365.
Senior Meals
Spectrum Community Services provides seniors, 60 years and older, with a 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 noon
and evening meal donations are $2.50 and $3, respectively. For noon reservations,
call 931-5385, and for the evening, 484-5131.
Woodshop Program
Woodwork 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 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
Bahaıi 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.
Pleasanton Presbyterian Church
The church, 4300 Mirador Drive, offers a summer 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship service.
Nursery care is available for newborn to 3 years, Sunday school for pre-K
to grade 5 and youth Bible study for middle and high school students. Call
846-4436 or visit www.pleasantonpres.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.,Monday, Aug. 16, at the Pleasanton
Sports Park, 5800 Parkside Drive. Cost is $225-$250. Register online, www.sportstime.com,
or call 922-2255.
Fall Baseball
Register now for Pony baseball, ages 5-16. Games are played after 11 a.m. on
Sundays in September and October in Pleasanton and Livermore. To register,
visit online at www.pleasantonpony.com; All Star Sports, 3037 Hopyard Road;
or call 600-7669.
Foothill Volleyball Camp
The Dusty Collins Volleyball Camp will be held Aug. 16-20 at Foothill High
School, 4375 Foothill Road, for kids of all levels, ages 10-18. Contact FHS
Coach Dusty Collins at 461-7515, Ext. 68 or by e-mail at dcollins@pleasanton.k12.ca.us.
Sports and Recreation Camp
The Pleasanton Parks and Community Services is holding a sports and recreation
camp for boys and girls, ages 6-12, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday, during
the summer at Harvest Park Middle School, 4900 Valley Ave. Extended care
available beginning at 7 a.m. and ending at 6 p.m.. Register at the Tennis
Complex, 5801 Valley Ave., or call 931-3447.
Tri-For-Fun Triathlon
Tri-For-Fun's final triathlon event is 7 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 21, at Shadow
Cliff, 2500 Stanley Blvd. Suitable for 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. Call (209) 795-7832 or visit www.onyourmarkevents.com.
Tri-Valley Sea Devils
The Tri-Valley Sea Devils team is 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.
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 ³Living Beyond Limits² 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 Centerıs Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program provides low-cost
treatment and counseling for adults and teens. Fall openings in evening individual
and group sessions are available to anyone. 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.
Fibromyalgia and Arthritis
The support group "Living Well with Fibromyalgia and Arthritis" meets from
6:30-8 p.m., on the first Thursday monthly beginning Aug. 5 at the ValleyCare
Health Library, 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 270. Call Debbie Walker, 484-3747.
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 Children and Teens
Hope Hospice will begin its fall session with a parents' informational meeting
7-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 21. Youth are in age-appropriate groups and meet
separately. Limited enrollment; no fee. 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 Centerıs
AIDS Project, 4341 Railroad Ave. Call Regina, 201-6088.
Hope Hospice
The nonprofit group offers a wide variety of support groups that meet monthly,
including parents who have lost a child, adults who have lost a parent, tragic
loss and children's bereavement, among others. For details, call 829-8770
or visit www.hopehospice.com.
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 fathersı and childrenıs
rights, custody issues, networking and fathering programs. Child care is
available. Call Pete, 449-8436, or visit www.lbduk.org.
Losing a Loved One
This summer support group is for all regardless of religious orientation and
meets on the second and fourth Thursday monthly at 7:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth
Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Drive. Call Mary, 846-5377.
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
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 at Work
These meetings are open to men who are affected by someone elseıs 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 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. Anyone who is affected
by someone elseıs drinking is welcome to attend the meetings 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. Clareıs 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.
Parkinsonıs Support Group
The Parkinsonıs 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.
Pleasanton Senior Group
Not limited to seniors, this group is open to all grief issues. It meets 10-11:30
a.m. on the second and fourth Fridays at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353
Sunol Blvd.
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.
Sexual Assault Support Group
Tri-Valley Haven's support group for women 18 years and older helps provide
understanding support for assault survivors. The group meets from 6:45-8:15
p.m., every Thursday. Call April, 449-5845, Ext. 126, for more details.
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 Letıs 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.
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.
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 the resumption of the Booklegger program, promoting
reading in grades K-8. The training class will begin 9:30-11:30 a.m., Thursday,
Sept. 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. Those interested to helping others, should call 449-5845, Ext. 111.
ValleyCare Auxiliary
Volunteers needed at ValleyCare Medical Center. With nine volunteer service
areas in Pleasanton and Livermore, opportunities are available at the information
desk, office, library, gift and thrift shop. Volunteers are also eligible
for a discount at LifeStyleRx. Call 734-3368.
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