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Publication Date: Friday, February 03, 2006 Calendar
Calendar
(February 03, 2006)
Auditions
Author Visit
Bob Barner
Meet Bob Barner, a popular children's author and illustrator 4 p.m., Fri., Feb. 15 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Admission is free. Call 931-3412.
John V. Robinson
Meet John V. Robinson, author of "Al Zampa" and "Bay Area Bridges" from 2-4 p.m., Sat., Feb. 11 at Concord Bay Books, 1669 Willow Pass Rd. Call 671-2245.
Lunch with Ayelet Waldmen
Read It and Eat continues with Avelet Waldmen 11:30 a.m., Wed., Feb. 8 at Towne Center Books, 555 Main St. Cost is $28 for book and lunch and $10 for lunch. Call 846-8826.
Raptors of California
Meet Pam and Hans Peeters, authors of "Raptors of California" 2 p.m., Sun., Feb. 5 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Free and open to the public. Call 931-3405.
Book Clubs
Boutique
Careers
Civic Meetings
City Council
The council meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of every month in in the City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb. 7.
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 Feb. 16.
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 Mar. 1.
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 Feb. 9.
School Board
The Pleasanton Unified School District board meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the district office board room, 4665 Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb. 7.
Class Reunions
Classes
Clubs
Amador Valley Quilters
Meetings are held on the second Saturday of the month at 1:30 p.m., Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. All are welcome. Call Marion at 828-5656.
Amador Valley Toastmasters
Improve your communication and leadership skills by joining the Toastmasters Club No. 2452 for breakfast from 7-8 a.m. every Thurs. at Mimi's Cafe, 4775 Hacienda Dr., Dublin. Call 413-1096.
American Legion Post 237
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday monthly at the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St. Call Rene LaVigne, 846-7532, or Dan Soria, 846-7320.
Crossroads Business Network
This professional networking group meets 7-8:30 a.m. every Friday at Vic's All Star Kitchen, 201 A Main St. Membership is limited to one per profession. Call Bill Evans, 249-1400.
Daughters of the British Empire
The John McLaren Chapter meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday monthly. Newcomers and longtime residents welcome to the join the group for tea and a chat. Contact Jenny, 484-1273 or Veronica, 846-4579.
Del Valle Folk Dancers
Beginning and experienced dancers are welcome for Balkan, Israeli and other world dancers. Dress casual; group meets 7:45-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Livermore Academy of Performing Arts, 315 Wright Brothers Ave., Livermore. $4 fee. Call George Pavel, 447-8020.
Department 56 Collectors Club
The club is committed to enjoyment of Department 56 lines of porcelain collectibles while providing fellowship within the club and other clubs. It meets 7-9 p.m. every third Wednesday monthly at Eden Villa, 4115 Mohr Ave. Call Mary, 846-6145.
Express to Success Network
This women's networking group meets 6-8:30 p.m. on the third Tues. monthly at the Four Points Hotel, 5115 Hopyard Road. Visit www.expresstosuccess.org or e-mail info@expresstosuccess.org.
Hacienda Park Toastmasters
The club meets noon-1 p.m. every Thursday at Tyco, 4280 Hacienda Drive. Everyone is welcome. Call Kevin 598-5442 or e-mail kevin@kevdo.com.
Kiwanis Pleasanton Sunrise Club
This service group meets at 11:45 a.m. every Friday at Vic?s All Star Kitchen, 201 Main St. Guests are welcome. The Foothill Kiwanis Key Club meets from noon-12:30 p.m. Thursdays at Foothill High School. Call Irv at 556-1177 or visit www.Kiwanis-pleasanton-sunrise.com.
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 Jeannie at 846-5106.
Livermore Amador Valley Garden Club
The Livermore Amador Valley Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m., Tues., Feb. 14 in Alisal Elementary School's multipurpose room, 1454 Santa Rita Rd. Karen Plass will be speaking on "Black Magic and Purple Passion." Call 485-7812.
Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society
The club meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday monthly at Congregation Beth Emek, 13400 Nevada Court. Call Jane at 447-3898 or visit www.l-ags.org.
Mount Diablo Rose Society
The club meets the second Wednesday monthly from 7:30-9:30 p.m. except July, August and December. Meetings are held at the Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call Pat, 846-4913.
Order of Eastern Star
Join Diablo Star #214 at 7:30 p.m., every second Mon. of the month at Orinda Masonic Center, 9 Altarinda Rd. Focus on charity work for cancer and heart disease and organize fundraisers and scholarships. Call Karen, 798-9225.
P-Town Street Rods
This family oriented, truck or car enthusiast club meets 6-9 p.m. the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday of the month at Chicago's Metropolitan Deli, 6003 W. Las Positas Blvd. Call George, 846-5550.
PDA
The Pleasanton Downtown Association Design Committee is always seeking new members. Any Pleasanton resident is eligible to join. The group meets at 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at the PDA office, 830 Main St., Ste. A. Call Frances, 484-2199.
Phi Delta Kappa
This international organization of professional educators of all kinds and others interested in education meets at varied locations four to six times during the school year. Call Pat Wheeler, 443-5526.
Pleasanton Art League
The Pleasanton Art League and the Livermore Art Association's regular meetings feature demonstrations by nationally recognized artists, held at the Cultural Arts Center, 4477 Black Ave. Call 462-5917 or visit www.pal-art.com.
Pleasanton Lions Club
The club meets for dinner at 7:15 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Hilton, 7050 Johnson Dr. Call Jerry, 846-9628.
Pleasanton Newcomers
The club meets at 10 a.m. on the first Wed. of each month for coffee. Monthly luncheons are at 11 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Call 215-8409 or 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.
Quilt Guild
Amador Valley Quilt Guild meets at 1:30 p.m., the second Sat. of every month at Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. Call 828-5656.
Retired Public Employees Association
Meetings are held at 10:45 a.m., every first Thurs. of the month beginning Feb. 2 at Emil Villa's Hickory Pit, 3054 Pacific Ave., Livermore. Reservations required. Call Bob, 845-6563 or June, 461-0315.
Soroptimist
Soroptimist International of Pleasanton is dedicated to issues affecting women and children, meets at noon the second and fourth Wednesday monthly at Vic's All Star Kitchen, 201 A Main St. Call 846-6644.
Tri-Valley Fly Fishers
The club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday monthly at the Livermore Rod and Gun Club, 40000 Dagnino Road, Livermore. Visit www.tri-valleyflyfishers.org or call Bob, 989-2358.
Tri-Valley Horseshoe Pitching
The club meets at 1 p.m. every Tuesday at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave. The public is welcome to attend. Call Martha, 462-4283.
Tri-Valley Macintosh Users Group
TMUG meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at Amador Valley High School, 1155 Santa Rita Road. Visitors are also welcome. Call Izak, 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.
Tri-Valley Woodcarvers
Tri-Valley Woodcarvers meet from noon-4 p.m. every Tues. at the Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. There will also be a meeting on the second Sat. of each month at the Senior Center. Call 462-6586.
V.F.W. Auxiliary
The V.F.W. Post 6298 Auxiliary meets at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday monthly at the Veteran?s Memorial Building, 301 Main St. Call Ruth at 846-3040 or Gloria at 846-5453.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Ambrose D. Regalia Post 6298 meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday monthly at the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St. Call Dan at 846-7320.
Concerts
Corigliano Quartet
Enjoy an evening of classical music consisting of Beethoven, Silverman and Corigliano 8 p.m., Sat., Feb. 11 at First Presbyterian Church, 2020 5th St., Livermore. General admission is $15, $13 for Seniors 62 and older and free for college and high school students. Call 447-4873 or e-mail lynnseppala@att.net.
Early Music Concert Series
Las Positas College Early Music Concert Series presents Louise Carslake, John Dorenburg,and Yuko Tanaka with works by Telemann, Handel, Couperin, Marais, and Leclair on Sat., Feb. 4 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 for LPC students, faculty and staff, and $15 general admission. Call 424-1209.
Seventh Annual Benefit Concert for Vietnam Youth
The Amador Theater is hosting the 7th Annual Chlidren's Benefit Concert 2 p.m., Sun., Feb. 12, 1155 Santa Rita Rd. Admission is $10 pre-sale and $12 at the door. All proceeds will go to Vietnam Health Education and Literature Projects. Call 275-9250, visit www.vnyouthprojects.net or e-mail worldinterchange@gmail.com.
Stage and Screen
Hear favorites from the worlds of cinema, opera and theater 8 p.m., Sat., Feb. 4 at Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Rd. Tickets are $15 general admission, $13 senior and $5 youths through high school. Call 373-6824 or visit www.livasymph.org.
The Justin Hellman Trio
The Justin Hellman Trio will be performing three new programs of jazz from 2-3 p.m., Sun., Mar. 26 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Free. Call 931-3405.
The Magic of the Flute
The Pleasanton Chamber Players is presenting a multi-faceted Valentine's Day concert 3 p.m., Sun., Feb. 12 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Rd. General admission is $15 in advance, $18 at the door and free for chldren 18 and under. Tickets can be purchased at Towne Center Books, Ingram & Braun, Fine Fretted Friends in Livermore and Camerata Music/The Piano Exchange in Dublin. Call 600-1331.
Events
Annual Festival of the Oaks
There will be an international folk dance gathering from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat., Feb. 4 at Alameda College, Building G, 555 Atlantic Ave., Alameda. Donation is $7 per session or $12 for both. Call 527-2177 or e-mail meldancing@aol.com.
Be a Donor
Donate blood from 1-4 p.m., Fri., Feb. 10 at Robert Livermore Community Center, 4444 E. Ave., Livermore. Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or visit www.BeADonor.com.
Chocolate and Wine Pairing
Tesla Vintners is hosting a Chocolate and Wine Pairing event from noon-4:30 p.m., Sun., Feb. 12 at 5143 Tesla Rd., Livermore. Call 606-9463 or e-mail patty@teslavintners.com.
Claws for Paws
Enjoy all you can eat crab, pasta, salad, bread, tea, coffee and dessert from 6-10 p.m., Sat., Feb. 11 at the Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Individual tickets are $40, $75 for two or $350 for a table of ten. Visit clawsforpaws.com, tvar.org or send a check to TVAR Crab Feed, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA 94588 for tickets. You can also e-mail events@tvar.org.
Cultural Arts Council
The Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council and City of Pleasanton are now accepting early registrations and poetry contest submissions for the Fifth Annual Pleasanton Poetry, Pose, and Arts Festival held on Sat., Apr. 1 at CarrAmerica Confernce Center, 4400 Rosewood Dr. Call Michelle at 931-5350 or visit www.pleasantonarts.org.
NCHRA
The Northern California Human Resources Association will be having a breakfast meeting from 7:30-9:30 a.m., Wed., Feb. 8 at the Radisson Hotel, 6680 Regional Dr., Dublin. Cost is $60 at the door. Discounts available if purchase tickets through NCHRA. Call 415-291-1992 or register at www.nchra.org.
Polynesian Dance at the Library
The Pleasanton Library hosts students from Isabel Starr's Haole Hula Dancers 2 p.m., Sat., Feb. 11 at 400 Old Bernal Ave. Free. Call 931-3412 or visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us.
Professor Smart visits the Amador
Professor Smart will perform his Big Energy Show 7 p.m., Wed., Feb. 22 at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Rd. Learn the types of energy and observe waves, magnents, levers, and cranes. Admission is free. Call 931-3400, ext. 8.
Sweetheart Crab Feast
The Axis Community Health Foundation will host its first crab feast from 6:30-10:30 p.m., Fri., Feb. 10 at The Barn, 3131 Pacific Ave., Livermore. Enjoy food, music, dancing, a silent auction and drawings. Tickets are $35. Call 858-5225 or e-mail sherri@axishealth.org. All proceeds will go to Axis Community Health.
Tapestry Women
The group meets from 9 a.m.-noon, the last Saturday of the month and is for all women to motivate each other to finish or start a project or a craft. Bring the project with you to Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. Call Claudia Wanlin, 462-4975.
Travel Around the World
Enjoy "Island Soul: Filipino Cuisine with Regional Acoustic" Feb. 17 and "An Evening in Istanbul with Live Jazz." All events are 6 p.m., Fridays at Garre Winery, 7986 Tesla Rd. Call 371-8200 for prices and reservations.
True B2B Business Developers
B2B Power Exchange presents Leads Group for True B2B Business Developers from 7:45-10 a.m., Thurs., Feb. 16 at Mimi's Cafe, 4775 Hacienda Dr., Dublin. Cost is $35 for non-members, and free for members. Breakfast included. Call 201-3410 to RSVP.
Truffles, Tidbits and Tastings
Enjoy a dessert and wine experience presented by the Pleasanton Downtown Association, held from 6-9 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 9 at the Rose Hotel, 807 Main St. Purchase tickets in advanced for $20, $25 at the door. Limited seating. Call 484-2199, ext. 4 or visit www.pleasantondowntown.net.
Valentine's Dinner and Strings Duo Concerto
Enjoy a four course gourmet meal Sat., Feb. 11 and Tues., Feb. 14 at Garre Winery, 7986 Tesla Rd., Livermore. Cost is $108 per couple. Seating starts at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Reservations required. Call 371-8200.
Valentine's Week
Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St., is hosting a variety of events: "Murder Among the Stars" 7 p.m., Fri., Feb. 10 for $49; Champagne Buffet Brunch from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sun., Feb. 12 for $26.95; The Uptown Singers show and dinner 7 p.m., Sun., Feb. 12 for $49; and a special Valentine's Day Dinner followed by dance and music from 5-9 p.m., Tues., Feb. 14. Reservations required. Call 846-8106.
Word for Word
The Pleasanton Library is hosting a performance of the San Francisco Professional Theatre Company, "Word for Word" 3:30 p.m., Sat., Feb. 25 at 400 Old Bernal Ave. This program is suitable for ages 12 and up. Free. Call 931-3404.
Exhibits
California Visions
The paintings of four professional watermedia artists, including local artist Charlotte Severin, are on display at the new Livermore Main Library Gallery until Feb. 28. An artist reception is scheduled for Sat., Feb. 4 from 3-5 p.m. The gallery is open Mon.-Thur., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at 1188 South Livermore Ave., Livermore. Call 373-5509.
Film
Living the Dream
A series of films and discussions examining the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be viewed 7 p.m., Fri., Feb. 3, 10, 17 and 24 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Free. Call 931-3405.
Ninth Annual Sonoma Valley Film Festival
Enjoy food, wine and more than 75 new independent films from all over the world from Apr. 5-9 at the Ninth Annual Film Festival. Call (707) 933-2600 or visit www.CinemaEpicuria.org.
Fundraisers
Blankets for Babies
Sewn, knitted and crocheted 24- or 36-inch blankets are being collected for distribution at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at ValleyCare Medical Center and Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford. Call 426-4307or 426-9635.
Caribbean Night 2006
The Pleasanton Middle School Parent Faculty Assoication will host their annual Fundraiser, "Caribbean Night 2006" from 7-11 p.m., Fri., Feb. 24 at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Tickets are $50 and includes dinner, dancing, raffles, silent and live auctions, and Monte Carlo gaming. All proceeds benefit student programs. Donations greatly appreciated. Call 426-4390.
Communities in Harmony
Tri-Valley YMCA has launched the 2006 Annual Partner Campaign running until Mar. 2006. Proceeds will be used for scholarships and program support for variousTri-Valley YMCA programs in Livermore, Pleasanton and Dublin. Call Kimiko, 475-6110 or e-mail kleong@ymcaeastbay.org.
Donate a Vehicle for Autism Cure
Benefit research to cure autism by donating a vehicle and receive a tax deduction. Call toll free (866) 392-4483 or visit www.cureautismnow.org.
Entertainment Books
Entertainment books are on sale for $25 each and are available at the Adoption Center, 273 Spring St. All proceeds go to Valley Humane Society programs. Call 426-8656.
Moment by Moment
Help support a network of professional photographers who provide families with free photos of terminally ill children. The benefit dinner takes place at 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 4 at Purple Orchid Inn, 4948 Cross Rd., Livermore. Enjoy dancing and a live auction. Cost is $190 per couple. Call 736-0976.
Recycle for Breast Cancer
Recycle TV's, computers, monitors, laptops, cell phones, empty ink jet and toner cartridges from printers, fax machines and copiers to support the fight against breast cancer. Free pick up, drop off or prepaid envelopes and shipping labels are provided. Call Larry Behrens, 735-7203 or e-mail larry@recycleforbreastcancer.org.
Health
Axis Immunization Clinic
Axis Community Health, which provides medical care, mental health and addiction counseling and classes for adults and teens, has immunization clinic for children of low-income or uninsured families at 4361 Railroad Ave. Call for schedule information 462-1755.
E.F.T Coach visits Dublin
Cristofer Aven, advanced certified E.F.T. Energy Coach, wil be giving a seminar on NeiGong E.F.T., a vibrational energy release therapy based on ancient Chinese medicine from 7-8:30 p.m., Wed., Feb. 15 at the Life Renewal Center, 7057 Village Pkwy., Dublin. Call 828-8018 for reservations.
Exercise Classes
The Pleasanton Department of Parks and Community Services offers ongoing morning and evening adult exercise classes at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., and at the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St. The cost varies from $3 to $4.50 per class. Call 931-5340.
Having Trouble Hearing?
Christine Seymore of the ALDA (Association of Late Deafened Adults) and Client Support Specialist for DCARA (Deaf Counseling Advocacy & Regional Agency) will speak at the next meeting of the HLLA (Hearing Loss Association of America) at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 16 at the Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Pkwy., Pleasanton. For more information, call 455-6591 or email hvanblarigan@hotmail.com.
Health Workshops
Free health workshops are held at 6:30 p.m. on the first three Wednesdays monthly, discussing stress reduction, nutrition, and ball exercise at Harvey Chiropractic Center, 2610 Crow Canyon Road, Suite 110, San Ramon. Call Diana or Sue, 820-1202.
Improve Your Life and Well-Being
Andrea Charlton, D.C., an upper cervical chiropractor, will give several seminars in February on practical steps to improving your life and well-being: stress management, Feb. 6; increasing mental focus, Feb. 13; and safety, Feb. 27. All seminars are 7 p.m. at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 847-2095.
Mental Health & Wellness Education
Be informed about healing yourself and transforming systems of care for yourself, family, and your community from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat., Feb. 25 in CSU East Bay's theatre, 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward. Call Melany, (510) 885-4710.
Winter Immunization Clinic
Axis Community Health offers drop-in immunization clinics for low-income and uninsured families from 9-11:30 a.m., Saturdays, Feb. 4, and Mar. 4 at 4361 Railroad Ave. Call 462-1755.
Holiday
Kids & Teens
AAU Track and Field Sign Ups
Youths between the ages of 6-18 are welcome to join the Tri-Valley Track Club and participate in practices and meets throughout the year. Practices are held at 4 p.m. on Wednesdays and 3 p.m. on Sundays at Sunset Park, 1040 Florence Rd., Livermore. Call 862-0855 or 518-9356.
Expanding Your Horizons
Increase the interest of middle and high school girls in math and science through hands-on interactive workshops, a career fair, and postive role models on Sat., Feb. 25. Visit www.llnl.gov/eyh/tv_eyh.html.
Family Read Night
Child Care Links reads night for families with children newborn-4 years old meets from 6-7 p.m. on the first and third Thursday of the month at their office, 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite 104. Registration required. Call Kim, 417-8733 or Donnamarie, 249-3923 for Livermore meetings.
Twilight Storytimes
Twilight Storytimes will occur 7 p.m., Wed., Jan. 11, Jan. 25 and Feb. 8 at the Pleasanton Library. The 30-minute program will feature a variety of special stories, music and puppetry and are appropriate for children in preschool through second grade. Programs are free and require no advanced registration.
Lectures/Workshops
Boundaries
Discover common myths of boundaries that keep us stuck, and learn the Laws of Boundaries that empower our relationships from 6-9:30 p.m., Mondays, Feb. 13 and Feb. 27 at CrossWinds Church, 6444 Sierra Ct., Dublin. Cost is $40. Refreshments served and childcare is available. Call 560-3826.
Buy vs. Rent
Learn the true cost of renting, the tax advantage of home ownership and more at this free seminar 6:30 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 9 at Merdian Financial 2694 Bishop Dr., Suite 202, San Ramon. Call 328-4903 to RSVP.
Creating an Income you Cannot Outlive
Kim Financial Advisors, Inc. is hosting a free seminar for residents planning to retire within a decade from 6:30-7:45 p.m., Wed., Feb. 8 at Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silverlake Dr., Danville. Call 242-2274 or visit http://kfainc.com.
Steve Wampler
Join Steve Wampler at the Republican Women's meeting at 6:30 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 9 at Garlic di Pasta, 3037 Hopyard Rd. Discuss "The good news from Iraq: What the press won't tell you." Call 485-9869 for reservations.
The Marketing Plan
Technology Ventures Corporation presents Market Research and the Marketing Plan from 8:30 a.m.-noon, Wed., Feb. 15 at Carr America Conference Center, 4400 Rosewood Dr. Free. Call 960-1600 or visit www.techventures.org.
This is Not the Life I Ordered
Diablo Valley Women in Business present 50 ways to keep your head above water when life keeps dragging you down from 7:30-9:30 a.m., Fri., Feb. 10 at Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Cost is $25 for members and $40 for non-members. Call 866-0260.
Live Music
Travel Around the World
International Music and Dinner series at Garre Winery. Enjoy four courses of award winning cuisine including a complimentary glass of wine along with live acoustic music every Friday evening. Seating is from 6-8 p.m., with music until 9 p.m. The cost is $34.95 per person. Reservations are required. Garre Winery, 7986 Tesla Road, Livermore. Call 371-8200 or www.garrewinery.com.
Miscellaneous
Beyong Screaming: Women's Self-Defense
Danville Karate International is offering a comprehensive eight hour course for women only from 2-6:30 p.m., Sat., Mar. 11 and from 1:30-5:30 p.m., Sun., Mar. 12 at 105 Towne and Country Dr., Ste. E, Danville. Cost is $109. Call 820-9612.
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. Contact the City of Pleasanton?s Transportation Systems Management coordinator at 931-5039.
Child Care Licensing
The Licensing Orientation meeting is the first step in becoming a licensed family child care provider and is open to all Alameda County residents. There is a $25 fee. Call 417-8733 or visit www.chlidcarelinks.org.
Dog and Cat Adoption
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue has several locations for animal adoptions: Saturdays from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Farmers' Market and from noon-4 p.m. at PetsMart, 6960 Amador Plaza Rd., Dubin. Cats are only available from noon-4 p.m. at Pet Food Express, 4460 Tasajara Rd., Dublin (excluding the fourth Saturday of the month) and Pet Food Express, 1436 1st St., Livermore (excluding second and fourth saturday of the month). On Sundays, cats are available from 1-4 p.m. at PetsMart Dublin, Pet Food Express in Dublin and Livermore and Livermore Pet Extreme. Call 803-7043 or visit www.tvar.org.
Free Tax Preparation Services
If your household income was less than $38,000 for 2005, you may qualify for a free tax preparation and filing service. Call 485-5266 or 485-5272.
Mystery Dinner Theater
The GibsonHouse Mystery Performers presents "Murder Among The Stars" at 7:15 p.m., Friday nights, Feb. 10 and 17, at the Pleasanton Hotel Restaurant, 855 Main Street. The cost is $49 per sleuth, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations required at 846-8106.
Open Heart Kitchen
Open Heart Kitchen provides hot meals to the underprivileged 4:30-6 p.m. Fridays at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road, noon-6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., Livermore and 4-6 p.m., Thursdays at Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 460 N. Livermore St., Livermore. Call Carol Beddome 580-1616.
Pleasanton Farmers Market
Shop for fresh produce, flowers, baked goods from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday on Main and West Angela streets. Call 825-9090.
On Stage
Comedy Wednesday
John DeKoven 's Comedy Showcase is every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at Main Street Brewery, 830 Main St. Guests are some of the best comedians in the Bay Area. $7 cover charge and 2 item minimum. Call 264-4413 or visit www.trivalleycomedy.com.
Forever Plaid
The Pleasanton Playhouse presents their 22nd Season with "Forever Plaid" 8 p.m., Fri-Sat. and 2 p.m., Sun. on Feb. 17-Mar. 12 at Pleasanton Playhouse Studio Theater, 1048 Serpentine Ln., Suite 309. Tickets are $20 adults, $18 seniors, $18 children age 18 and under. Call 462-2121.
My Fair Lady
The Diablo Light Opera Company presents "My Fair Lady" at 8 p.m.,Thurs.-Fri. and 2 p.m. Sun. from Feb. 17-Mar. 18 at Dean Lesher Regional Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Tickets range from $25-36. Call 943-7469 or visit www.dloc.org.
Political Notes
Recreation
Enrichment Classes
The City Department, 200 Old Bernal Ave., offers enrichment classes ranging from art, acquatics, sports, health and cooking. Call 931-5340 or visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/parks.html.
2006 DECA
For Seniors only, must be a DECA member. There are various scholarships offered by DECA sponsors. Please see DECA scholarship book for requirements and scholarships. Visit www.deca.org. Deadline is Fri., Feb. 17.
Scholarships
Amador Valley PTSA
Twelve $500 scholarships are available to Amador's PTSA seniors. Based on essay, extra-curricular involvement, community service, honor/awards, GPA, ACT, or SAT scores and work experience. Financial need is not considered. Visit www.capta.org.
LPD AAUW Local Scholarship Foundation
The Livermore-Pleasanton-Dublin branch of the American Association of University Women is accepting applications from local university women for $500-$1500 scholarships. All application documents must be post marked by Mar. 15. E-mail devon@smalltownusa.net or mail to LPD AAUW Local Scholarships, 6128 Hansen Dr., 94566 for an application.
PTSA Scholarship
Must be a member of Amador's PTSA and high school senior to qualify for a $500 scholarship recognizing volunteer service in school and the community. No GPA requirement. Must write an essay and provide 2 reference letters. Visit www.capta.org.
Save Me a Spot
Must be a California resident in grades 6-12 to particpate in this scholarship with $50,000 in prizes. There are three entry categories (written word, poster, and TV ad). Must answer "Why should California leaders save you and your peers a spot in college?" Visit www.collegecampaign.org/contest. Deadline is Feb. 15.
Tri-Valley Retired Educators
A $1,000 scholarship is available to Seniors residing in Dublin, Livermore, or Pleasanton attending an accredited institution of higher learning seeking a degree with the goal of qualifying for a career in the general field of education. Must rank in the upper 1/3 of graduating class. Award is based on effective essay, character references, and leadership service. Deadline is Fri., Mar. 3.
Seniors
Daytime Bingo
Play bingo from 12:30-3 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Monday of the month and from 1-3 p.m. Fridays at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. $1.25 for residents and $1.75 for non-residents and game cards are 50 cents. 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 monthly at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. $1.25 for Pleasanton residents and $1.75 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; Company is the comparable men?s group. Both groups meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for support, socialization and fun weekly field trips. Call Angie or Norman at 210-6196.
Emotional Wellness Group
Learn more about depression, anxiety and how medications and alcohol may affect emotional well-being. The group meets 2 p.m. every other Thursday at the Senior Support office, Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call Charlene or Jode, 931-5382.
Friday Night Dance
Join the crowd for ballroom dancing once a month at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Tickets are $7 for residents and $8 for non-residents. Singles welcome. Reservations are required. Call 931-5365.
Internet Access Workstation
The Internet workstation at Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., is available for adults, 50 and older, from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-noon most Saturdays. Tutors are available most days. Cost is $1.25 for residents and $1.75 for non-residents. For reservations, 931-5365.
Luncheons
The Dublin Senior Center hosts special luncheons on the secondThursday of each month. Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd. at Donohue, Dublin. Call 556-4511 or visit www.ci.dublin,ca,us. Reservations are needed the Fri. prior to the luncheon.
Monday Movie Madness
The Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., invites seniors to watch free movies on the center's big screen at 1 p.m. on the first and third Monday monthly. 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. Fee is $1.25 for residents and $1.75 for nonresident. Call 931-5365.
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 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Call 931-5376.
Pleasanton V.I.P. Senior Club
Regular meetings are held 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays monthly at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Regular Snappy Cafe lunch is served at noon and meetings follow. For lunch reservation call 931-5385.
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 from 4-6 p.m. at Ridge View Commons, 5200 Case Ave. Suggested noon and evening meal donations are $3.25 and $3, respectively. For noon reservations, call 931-5385, and evening, 580-1616.
Woodshop Program
The woodshop program is open on Tuesdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Drop-in fees are $1.75 for residents and $2.75 for non-residents. Call 931-5365 for additional drop-in hours.
Spiritual
Catholic Community Bible Study
The Catholic Community of Pleasanton has ongoing Bible study classes at St. Augustine Catholic Church parish hall, 3999 Bernal Ave. For details call Aggie Burke, 484-5020, ext. 21, or e-mail agburke@sbcglobal.net.
Community Bible Study
An interdenominational bible study invites women in the community to a study of Ephesians from 9:30-11:30 a.m., every Thurs. from Feb. 16-May 18 at 4300 Mirador Dr. Childcare available. Call 820-3481.
Tri-Valley Unity Church
Tri-Valley Unity Church will meet until further notice at 10 a.m., every Sun. at the Radisson Hotel, 6680 Regional St., Dublin. Worship service and children's school will be offered as well. Call 829-2733 or visit www.trivalleyunity.com.
Sports
Athenian Athletics
This track and field club's mission is to promote the development of all levels of track and field athletes in any season or sport to make them faster, stronger, and healthier. Applications for the summer and year round youth programs are now being accepted. Call 518-9356 or visit www.athenianathletics.com.
Tri-Valley Sea Devils
The Tri-Valley Sea Devils team is looking for year-round swimmers. Call Hope, 469-8495.
Support Groups
Al-anon and Al-a-teen
Al-Anon is a Tri-Valley support group for family and friends of alcoholics that meets from 6:30-8 p.m. on Sundays at San Ramon Presbyterian Church, 12943 Alcosta Blvd., upstairs in the Kindergarten room. Call 277-7661 or visit www.ncwsa.org.
Bereavement Support Group
This group of the Catholic Community of Pleasanton meets at 7:30 p.m., the second and fourth Thursdays monthly, and is for anyone of any faith at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Drive. Call Mary Hagerty, 846-5377.
Bipolar Support Group
The Tri-Valley Bipolar Support Group, which provides peer support for people with mood disorders, meets 7:15-8:45 p.m. every Wednesday at St. Claire's Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Road. Call 560-0842 or e-mail trivalleybipolar@hotmail.com.
Breast Cancer Prayer and Support
The Breast Cancer and Support Group of the Catholic Community of Pleasanton meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month 7 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr., room B. Call 461-8411. All are welcome
Breast Cancer Support
The free, professionally facilitated group is for women in any breast cancer treatment stage; meetings are 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
Anyone facing cancer and care persons may join the ?Living Beyond Limits? 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.
Caregiver Support Group
Meetings are held from 1-2:30 p.m. the second Monday of the month for people caring for persons with Alzheimer's and dementia-related illnesses, at the Pleasanton Senior Center Support Program Sunroom, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call 931-5389 or Jode, 931-5382, Ext. 1.
CHADD
Meetings are held for parents of children with ADD/ADHD from 7-9 p.m. on the second Wed. of each month at Thomas Hart Middle School, 4433 Willow Rd. in the library. Call 484-2173 or visit www.chadnorcal.org.
Change the Way You Live
Find help, hope, and healing from 7-9 p.m., starting Tues., Feb. 28 for 14 weeks at CrossWinds Church Counseling and Recovery, 6444 Sierra Ct., Dublin. The fee is $40 and includes all materials. Choose from Divorce Care, Beyong Anger, Makng Boundaries Work, and Helping the Caregiver. Call 560-3835.
Chapter of SHHH
The Tri-Valley chapter of Self-Help for Hard of Hearing meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway. Call Hiram Van Blarigan, 455-6591, or e-mail hvanblarigan@hotmail.com.
Diabetes Support Groups
Groups meet from noon-1 p.m., on the first Wednesday monthly. Also from 6-7 p.m. every third Thursday monthly and for diabetics using insulin pumps, from 6-7 p.m. the second Thursday of every other month, Diabetes and Nutrition Education Center, Valley Care Medical Plaza, 5725 West Las Positas, Suite 220. Call 416-6710.
DRC
Meet other men and women in their early stages of alzheimer's disease or any other memory loss related diseases from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Tues., Wed., and Thurs. at Grace Presbyterian Church, 2100 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek. For women, call Angie and for men, call Norman at 210-6196.
East Bay Cancer Support Group
The East Bay Cancer Support Group, Inc. meets on Thursdays at the Faith Lutheran Church, 20080 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley. All services are provided free of charge. Call (510) 889-8766 or visit www.ebcancersupport.org.
Express to Success Network
This women's business development group encourages attendees to donate gently used career wear and meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m., the third Thursday of every month. Newcomer's information session is at 6 p.m., Four Points Hotel, 5115 Hopyard Road. Call Kim Pace 426-0593. No cost.
Fibromyalgia and Arthritis
The support group "Living Well with Fibromyalgia and Arthritis" meets from 6:30-8 p.m., on the first Thursday monthly at the ValleyCare Health Library, 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 270. Call Debbie Walker, 484-3747.
Fibromyalgia, Arthritis and Chronic Pain
Share ideas and learn relaxation and pain management tools from 7-8 p.m. every first Thursday of the month at ValleyCare Health Library, 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 270. Free and open to the public. Friends and family welcome. Pre-registratin encouraged, but drop-ins welcome. Call 989-5620 or e-mail bettyrunnels@earthlink.net.
Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, and Chronic Pain
This support group ill be held from 7-8 p.m., the first Thurs. of every month starting Feb. 2 at Valley Care Medical Library. E-mail bettyrunnels@earthlink.net.
Forty Plus of Northern California
The group is for professionals over the age of 40 who are unemployed or in career transition. The free classes are held at 8:30 a.m.-noon Mondays at 770 Edgewater Drive, Suite 626, Oakland. Call (510) 568-7587 or visit www.fortyplus.org.
Grandparents Visitation Support Group
The group, for grandparents who have problems visiting their grandchildren, meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Pleasanton Public Library in the small conference room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Space is limited. Call Joyce, 846-6346.
Head Injury Support
This group provides support for brain-injured individuals and their caregivers. It meets from 7:30-9 p.m. every fourth Wednesday in the Blackhawk Room at San Ramon Regional Medical Center, 6001 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon. Call Jo Ann, 443-4366.
Hope Hospice Bereavement Support
The nonprofit organization offers a wide range of support groups, including grief support for adults, teens, children; young adult support; tragic loss; loss of children; men in grief; terminal illness; loss of parents; and loss of spouse; among others. Meetings held at 6500 Dublin Blvd., Suite 214, Dublin. Call 829-8770 or visit www.hopehospice.com..
Inclusion Project
The Inclusion Project is a service at Child Care Links offered to families to include resources for quality child care, referrals, and support for children with special needs in the Tri-Valley area. Call Kim Marshall, 249-3940
Independent Living
If you or your loved one need a personal assistant to help maintain independent living, Community Resources for Independent Living can help with specific needs. Call 371-1531; TTY, 371-1532. Visit www.cril-online.org.
Jobs Networking Group
CSIX East Bay, helping individuals in career transitions, meets from 1-3:30 p.m. every Thursday at WineCentives, 6040 Dougherty Road, Dublin. Cost is $3. Call Doug Herz, 277-6600.
League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen
This group is designed to create a community between men to resolve problems, express feelings, form friendships and understand and improve relationships with women. The group meets 7-8:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Anthropos Counseling Center, 326 South L. St., Livermore. Call 449-7925.
Live Beat Dads
Fathers who are raising their children meet at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 1550 Springtown Blvd., Suite 7E, Livermore, for discussions and speakers on individual's rights, custody issues, networking and parenting programs. Child care is available. Call Pete, 449-8436, or visit www.lbduk.org.
Lupus Support
The group meets 7-9 p.m. on the first Friday monthly at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center's north building conference room C, 7601 Stoneridge Drive. Call 846-5767.
Men at Work
This Al-Anon group meets from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays at the Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. Call Tom, 417-7540.
Men's Support Group
Anthropos Counseling Center provides support for men to improve personal growth and change and become aware of emotional habits and attitude. Group meets 7-8:30 p.m. every Friday, 326 S. L St., Livermore. Call 449-7925.
Newcomers to Al-Anon
This group, for those who are new to Al-Anon and anyone who is affected by someone else?s drinking, 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, offering emotional support to families with loved ones in the military, meets at 7 p.m., the second Monday monthly at Trinity Church, 557 Olivina St., Livermore. Call Kristin, 443-7841.
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are held from 7-8 p.m., Thursdays, St. Clare?s Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Road. Call Lisa, 931-0994.
Parenting Again
This group, offering information and support to grandparents raising for their grandchildren, meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Saturday monthly in the fireside room in Valley Christian Center, 7500 Inspiration Drive, Dublin. Call 560-6200.
Parents of Alcoholics
Parents of alcoholics are welcome to join this Al-Anon group that meets 4:30-5:30 p.m. and 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 monthly, September-May, at the Laguna Oaks neighborhood clubhouse. Call 461-1170 or visit www.podsquad.com.
Parkinson?s Support Group
The Parkinson?s 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 monthly 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 to 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. Call 933-0107.
Prostate Cancer Survivors
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 the Kaiser offices, 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 846-7460.
R-Quest
R-Quest is a counseling agency for early recover education that serves to help teens and adults overcome addiction to alcohol, drugs,eating disorders or mental health issues, located at 40 California Ave.,Suite B. Walk-in's are welcome. Free alcohol screening. Call 426-0501 or visit www.rquest.org.
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.
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.
Six Sigma Lean Enterprise Practitioners
Members of this group should have Six-Sigma, Lean or Project Management experience to discuss real world challenges. The group meets at 7 p.m., premeeting is at 6:30 p.m., every fourth Wednesday of the month, Winecentives, 6040 Dougherty Road, Dublin. Call 485-1699 or visit fredlafontaine@yahoo.com.
Stroke Support Group
ValleyCare Health System is holding a Stroke Support Group the last Thurs. of every month from 5-6:30 p.m at ValleyCare Medical Center in the Cafeteria. This is free and open to the public. Call 447-7000 ext. 5247.
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 St. Philips Lutheran Church, 8850 Davona Dr., Room 10-A., 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.
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. Call Pattie Tanner, 548-4247.
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.
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.
American Red Cross Blood Service
American Red Cross Blood Services is holding a volunteer orientation from 6-8 p.m., Tues., Feb. 21 in Oakland on Claremont Ave. Call 510-594-5165.
Barton Reading Program
Volunteer to help tutor at-risk readers one-on-one to improve children's reading skills and make the difference in the life of a struggling student. Call Christina Clark, 426-4231, or e-mail cclark@pleasanton.k12.ca.
Become a Booklegger
If you are interested in bringing together books, children and libraries through community service, join Pleasanton Bookleggers. Training starts at 9:30 a.m., Thurs., Feb. 9 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3405.
Child Care Links
Volunteer positions are available at the non-profit organization serving families and children of the Tri-Valley area for 26 years. Stop by 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite 102, call 249-3905, or visit www.childcarelinks.org.
Foster Homes Needed
Valley Humane Society, 273 Spring St., is urgently seeking temporary homes for rescued kittens, puppies, cats and dogs. Food and medical expenses are provided. Also needed are Adoption Volunteer Coordinators and Counselors. Call 426-8656 or visit www.valleyhumane.org.
Jewish Community Federation
Jewish Community Federation of the Greater East Bay offers opportunities to volunteer within the community, such as serving meals, tutoring children and serving on Jewish agency committees or boards. Call (510) 839-2900, ext. 261.
Livermore VA Hospital
The hospital seeks goods to entertain patients, sponsorships, special daily services and volunteers for the information desk. Also volunteer golf cart drivers and recreation assistants are needed. Call Ginny De Guzman, 373-4700, ext. 35360.
Museum Volunteer
Come and learn about upcoming events and special programs at 9 a.m. on the fourth Wednesday monthly at the Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St. Call Heather, 462-2766.
Open Heart Kitchen
If you love to cook and have a passion to end hunger, volunteer at Open Heart Kitchen, the Tri-Valley's only free hot meal service for the needy. There are many volunteer opportunities for teens and adults. Call Dianne, 580-1619 or e-mail dadamson@openheartkitchen.org.
Pleasanton Reads
Adult volunteers are needed for Pleasanton Library's literacy program, "Pleasanton Reads." Training is held from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Sat., Feb. 4 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3411.
Senior Center Volunteers
The Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., has an array of daytime volunteer opportunities available to adults of any age including receptionist, bingo caller, teacher's aide and lunch program assistant. Call Raymond Figueroa, 931-5366.
Shepherd's Gate Thrift Stores
Volunteers are needed to help staff Dublin and Livermore thrift stores and the Donation Center. No experience is necessary. Proceeds from the thrift stores go to support Shepherd's Gate Shelter for battered and homeless women and children. Call Linda Marsic, 443-4283 Ext. 315.
ValleyCare Auxiliary
Volunteers are 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. Call 734-3368.
Volunteers Needed at RCJL
The Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living provides assisted living, Alzheimer's and skilled nursing care to its residents. Volunteers play a key role. RCJL has a wide range of opportunities matching volunteer's interests while ensuring the needs of residents. To apply, call Irma Voorhees at 964-2098.
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