Book Clubs

Brain Learning Book Club
The club meets from 7-8:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month at Town Center Books, 555 Main St. Non-fiction book club for folks interested in reading about neuroscience and learning. Call 872-8728 or email kathryn@bellamenti.com.

Careers

Don't 'Hunt for a Job'
University of Phoenix, in partnership with Opportunity Junction, Robert Half International and TTG Consultants of Northern California, will host a workshop on how to hunt for a job from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, March 17, at University of Phoenix, 2481 Constitution Dr., Livermore. This workshop is free. Call 349-2331.

Civic Meetings

Housing Commission
The Pleasanton Housing Commission meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.

Classes

6 Week Meditation Class
In the Flow-Opening the Pathways of the Energy Body is a six-week meditation class that will focus on the flow of life force and earth energy through the aura and chakra system. Class meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1 and 8. Call 202-1752 or email mari_c40@yahoo.com to register. Cost is $60.

Beginning Yoga class
Beginning Yoga class every Monday night from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. at Downtown Yoga, 220-B Division St. Ages 16-76 welcome. Drop-in classes are $14 or $10 for teens and seniors $10. Call 819-9983 or visit www.pleasantonyoga.com.

Body Conditioning Class
Fun group exercise class for beginners! Get into the exercise habit with supportive friends! Both instructors are certified personal trainers. Cardio, weights, core work, stretching! Sat. 10-11am, Mon. 11:30-12:30, Wed. 5-6pm, ongoing. FIRST CLASS FREE! Bring water, mat, towel, 3 pound dumbbell. $10 per class, packages available For more information, call Randi at 925-683-6451. The Church on the Hill, 20801 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon

Community Emergency Response Team Training
Learn skills to assist your neighborhood, school, or workplace respond to disasters, from 6-9:30 p.m., March 18, 3301 Busch Rd. There are six sessions. Call 510-454-2361 or email CERT@lpfire.org.

CPR/Medic First Aid
A half day of CPR and medic first aid instruction will take place March 13 at ABC Golden Gate Chapter Facility, 4577 Las Positas Road, Livermore. Class counts as four hours CEU for electricians. Morning and afternoon sessions are available. Cost is $100. Visit www.abcggc.org/calendar or call 474-1300.

OSHA 10 Training
Designed for construction workers, foremen, job supervisors and anyone involved in the construction industry. Class is March 13 at ABC Golden Gate Chapter Facility, 4577 Las Positas Road. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an OSHA 10-hour construction course completion card. Cost is $135. Call 474-1300.

Pee Wee Art Time
Preschoolers and their parents can spend the morning creating art together. Enjoy enriching toys, books and story time. Three 4-week sessions. 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. March 11 Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. Cost is $80. Call 462-5915 or visit www.sites.google.com/site/peeweearttime/.

Pleasanton Library English Conversation
The Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., offers free English conversations classes from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays, and 10 to 11 a.m. Thursdays. Call 931-3411.

Yoga Basics Community Class
Beth Fox, certified yoga instructor, teaches Yoga Basics, a yoga class that is open to the public and meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays at Lynnewood Methodist Church, 4444 Black Ave. Supplies are available for class. Cost is $12. Call 200-4060.

Clubs

Boost your career at Toastmasters
Grow professionally at Chamber Chatters, a Toastmasters club that meets from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays at the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, 777 Peters Ave. Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills. Visit www.chamberchatters.wordpress.com/.

Business Builder Networking
A breakfast meeting is held at 7 a.m., on the first and third Wednesday of every month, at the Radisson Hotel, 6680 Regional St., Dublin. This group of business persons are dedicated to enhancing careers through exchange of social/professional contacts. Each occupation is represented once. The First two meetings free. Call 829-5620.

Career Networking Event for Executives
Executives are invited to a Breakfast Career Networking meeting for mid- and senior-management from 7:30-9:30 a.m., on the third Tuesday of every month, at Mimi's Cafe, 4775 Hacienda Dr., Dublin. Cost is $25 for members; $30 for non-members if pre-registered; $35 at the door. Call 218-1868.

Chess Club
Residents are trying to start a Pleasanton Chess Club, primarily for kids. Anyone interested can email PleasantonChess@yahoo.com. Please provide email address, name, phone number and USCF rating, if any.

Corporate Citizenship & Campaign Spending
From 7-9 p.m. March 15 at IBEW 595 Hall, 6250 Village Pkwy., Dublin, TriValley Democratic Club presents Derek Cressman Regional Director of Common Cause. He will speak about the recent supreme court decision -- corporate citizenship and campaign spending. Call 831-8355 or visit www.trivalleydems.com.

Daughters of the American Revolution
DAR, Daughters of the American Revolution, Jose Maria Amador Chapter meets the second Saturday of the month. It is a time for social gathering and history of our American roots. We are descended from Patriots who won the American Revolutionary War of Independence from England. For meeting time and location, call Susan, 699-4147.

East Bay Executives Association
The East Bay Executives Association is a non-profit organization for helping businesses network the other businesses. It meets at 7:15 a.m. on the first and third Tuesdays monthly at Shari's, 3360 Castro Valley Blvd., Castro Valley. Call 600-7342.

Kiwanis Club
The Kiwanis Club meets at 11:45 a.m. Fridays at Vic's All Star Kitchen, 201 A Main St. For information, call 1-800-Kiwanis.

Rotary Club of Pleasanton
The Rotary Club of Pleasanton since 1965 has been a leader in the community in helping make Pleasanton a great place to live. They meet for a luncheon meeting from 12:15-1:30 p.m., every Thursday, at Hap's Restaurant, 122 W. Neal St., Pleasanton. Cost for lunch is $17. For information, visit www.PleasantonRotary.org.

Tri-Valley Executives' Association
This business networking organization meets at 7 a.m. Thursdays for breakfast at Vic's All-Star Kitchen, 201-A Main St. Membership is open to businesses that are not in competition with a current member and the first two meetings are free. Call 736-4522 or visit www.trivalleyexecs.com.

Widowed Men and Women Social
The Widowed Men and Women of Northern California meets for a happy hour gathering at 5 p.m. the third Friday of the month at the Sheraton Hotel across from JC Penney's at Stoneridge Mall. Guests welcome. RSVP prior to event. Call Lorraine, 846-5695.

Events

Birthday Dinner in Pleasanton
This event is at 5 p.m. March 14 at the The La Vite Italian Restaurant, 3037 G Hopyard Rd. Widowed Men and Women of Northern California host this event. RSVP to Ruby by March 11 with check and dinner choice: options, veal claudia or salmon dijon. Cost is $24.50. Call 452-9636 or email hskoog@comcast.net.

Camp Galileo Info Session & Raffle
The event is 2:30-3:30 p.m. March 17 at Carden West School, 4576 Willow Rd. Camp Galileo is hosting an information session for families to learn more about its new program. Special discounts will be given to those who attend, and we will also be raffling off one free week of camp! Call 800-854-3684 or visit www.galileo-learning.com.

Educational Therapist at the Library
The event is 10 a.m.-12 p.m. March 12, 19 & 26 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Kathryn Tournat, MS, ET/P, of BellaMenti offers free parent consultations. She will answer questions about your child's learning issues and recommend next steps. Call 872-8728 or visit www.BellaMenti.com.

Farmers Market
Island Earth's farmers market is open from noon to 6 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays in the parking lot between Macy's and Sears at Stoneridge Shopping Center. It features organic produce, artisan wares, fresh flowers and more. Call 415-834-5358 or visit islandearthfarmersmarket.org.

Fenestra's Chocolate & Cabernet Weekend
This event takes starts at 12 p.m. March 13 at Fenestra Winery, 83 Vallecitos Rd., Livermore. Red wines are paired with different chocolate dishes, both savory recipes and sweet chocolate treats. $10 gets you a logo glass and buffet plate and $5 for non-drinkers and children. Call 800-789-WINE or visit www.fenestrawinery.com.

Gem Faire
The gem fair is from noon to 7 p.m. March 12, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 13 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 15 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave. Includes fine jewelry, gems, beads and crystals from more than 60 exhibitors. Classes and demos throughout the weekend. Cost is $5 weekend pass. Call 503-252-8300 or visit www.gemfaire.com.

Mansion Winetaster Dinner
The winetaster dinner includes Elliston champagne and hors d'oeuvres along with a self-guided tour of the first two floors of the historic mansion, with a five-course meal with wine pairings following. It is from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. March 13 at 463 Kilkare Road, Sunol. Cost is $75. Call 862-2377 or visit www.elliston.com.

Paint Out -- CA Art Club
This event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 13 at Sycamore Grove Park, 1051 Wetmore Rd., Livermore. Artist members of the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the California Art Club will be painting out doors. This event is free. Call 447-5134 or visit www.californiaartclub.org.

Saturday Night Funnies with Robin Cee
This show is from 7:30-9 p.m. March 13 at Buno's Comedy Club, 6513 Regional St., Dublin. Featuring some of the best veteran and upcoming stand up comedians in the bay area. Cost $10 plus two-item minimum. Call 264-4413 or visit www.bunjoscomedy.com.

Texas Hold'Em Style Tournament
This event is from 3-7 p.m. March 14 at Sunshine Saloon, 1807 Santa Rita Rd. Cost is $100. Prizes for 1st through 5th place. Taco bar opens at 3 p.m. and tournament begins at 4 p.m. Players must be 21. Call 463-9393 or email pleasantonholdem@gmail.com.

Fundraisers

Lydiksen Rummage and Warehouse Sale
Gently used clothes, sporting goods, furniture, household items, books, toys, games and more will be fore sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 13 at Lydiksen Elementary School, 7700 Highland Oaks Drive. Brand new excess inventory donations too. Proceeds support student programs.

Village High School Pasta Feed
This event is from 4-7 p.m. March 18 at Village High School, 4645 Bernal Ave. Pasta Feed and Silent Auction Dinner includes: Lasagna, salad, garlic bread, cookies, ice tea or lemonade. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students ane seniors, or $3 for kids under 8. Take out available. Call 426-4260 or visit www.pleasanton.k12.ca.us/village.

Health

Lunch and Learn Program
This takes place at 11:30 a.m. March 16 at ValleyCare Health System, 5725 W. Las Positas.Blvd. Learn about HD Brachytherapy - Updates in Treatment for Breast Cancer. Speaker: Rakesh Patel, MD. Call 734-3315 or visit www.valleycare.com.

Advance Health Care Directives
Once you have the Advance Health Care Directives form, do you know how to answer the questions? Learn about it from 10-11 a.m., Monday, March 15, at the Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd. This event is free, but registration is required by calling 556-4511.

Kids & Teens

Dr. Seuss At The Library
Enjoy a sneak peek at scenes from "Seussical the Musical", a joint production by Amador Valley & Foothill High Schools from 2-2:45 p.m. March 13 at 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3400 ext 8 or visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/library/.

Lectures/Workshops

Carey Perloff: A Career in the American Theater
This event is from 7:30-10 p.m. March 18 at the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Artistic director Carey Perloff will share her insights into how she transformed a ruined historic landmark building into the vibrant American Conservatory Theater. Tickets are $30 for adults and $12 for students under 21. Call 373-6800 or visit www.bankheadtheater.org.

Going Native Ditching Your Lawn
Learn to create a low maintenance, low water garden from 7-9 p.m. March 15 at Harvest Park Middle School, 4900 Valley Ave. Call 519-3003 or email jen.pinter@gmail.com. Presented by Kat Weiss, Owner of Kat Weiss Landscape Design in Livermore & a Registered Landscape Architect.

Tax Advantages of Owning Real Estate and Active Wealth Management
6:30-9:30 p.m. Mar 17 Hyatt Place, 4950 Hacienda Dr., Dublin. Benefit from the timely information on taxes from a local bay area tax expert plus learn about wealth management through active money management. Cost $14 Plus bring one guest for free or $19 at the door. Call 230-2352 or visit www.17march.eventbrite.com/.

Live Music

The Cool Tones
This event is 2-3 p.m. March 21 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Bernal Ave. The Cool Tones swing band plays favorite tunes. Call 931-3405.

Miscellaneous

California Retired Teachers Association, Tri-Valley Division 85
The group will hold a luncheon meeting at 11:15 a.m. March 16 at The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union Hall (IBEW), 6250 Village Pkwy., Dublin. The meeting will feature a panel discussion on domestic and foreign travel. The cost is $11. Guests are welcome. Call 443-9913.

Excellence in Education Nominations
The Pleasanton PTA Council is now accepting nominations for the 20th Excellence in Education Awards. Please nominate a special teacher, administrator or staff member of the Pleasanton Unified School District. Instructions and forms are available on the PTA Council www.pleasantonpta.org.

Food Pantry at Valley Bible Church
The Food Pantry at Valley Bible Church has open pantry hours on from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at 7106 Johnson Drive. Since opening in March 2008, the pantry has served over 200 families and passed out over 50,000 items. Local churches, scout groups, 4H clubs and schools help keep the pantry stocked. Email smchew@sbcglobal.net for details.

On Stage

Night at the Improv
The show is an interactive evening of improvisational comedy created on the spot with the help of audience participation and suggestions. Suitable for ages 18 and up. Tickets can be purchased on line at www.SanRamonPerformingArts.com or at the door. A show has been added for Feb. 19. 8 p.m. $10 For more information, call Kathi heimann at 925-973-ARTS or e-mail kheimann@sanramon.ca.gov or visit www.sanramonperformingarts.com. Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon

Seussical! the Musical!
Amador Valley and Foothill High Schools present "Seussical! the Musical" at 7:30 p.m., Thursday-Saturday, March 18-20 and March 25-27, at Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Rd. Seussical is based on the works of Dr. Seuss. Tickets are $10 for students and seniors; $12 for adults. Visit www.pleasanton.k12.ca.us/avhsweb/hartman/Productions/mainlistregular.html.

Strauss Opera 'Die Fledermaus' Waltzes into Bankhead Theater
Shows are at 8 p.m. March 13 & 20 and at 2 p.m. March 14 & 21 at Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Romantic comedy performed in English. Tickets are $29-$59. Opening night gala March 14 and tickets are $50. Call 373-6800 or visit www.livermorevalleyopera.org.

Sunol Repertory Theatre Melodrama
The Sunol Repertory Theatre presents its 29th season production of "She Was Only Marginally Modest" or "Have You No Shame?" by Vern Harden and directed by Sue Marshall. Shows are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays from March 6-27 at Sunol Glen School, 11601 Main St., Sunol. Tickets are $15 and on sale at Little Valley Winery, 739 Main St., Pleasanton.

Political Notes

Republican Women Luncheon
Tri-Valley Republican Women hosts Laurie Firestone, former White House Social Secretary, at 11:30 a.m. March 13 at Castlewood Country Club. Cost is $30. Advance reservations required. Call 454-2927 or visit www.trivalleyrepublicanwomen.com.

Recreation

Animal House
So you think you’d like to own an exotic pet? Learn how to make a proper habitat for your next possible companion. Class is at 11 a.m. March 13 at the Alviso Adobe. Cost is $8 for residents or $11 for non-residents. Call Eric Nicholas, 931-3483.

Scholarships

LPD AAUW Local Scholarship
The Local Scholarship Foundation of the Livermore-Pleasanton-Dublin branch of AAUW is now accepting applications. Applicants must be women who live, or have gone to high school, in the branch cities, be an undergraduate planning to attend a four-year college in fall 2010. Applications are due April 1. Call Joan at 484-0602.

Recruitment Grant Available
A $500 recruitment grant from the local chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma is available for a female student pursuing a career in education. Applicants must be a graduate of a high school in Pleasanton, Livermore or Dublin; be a full-time student of upper division or graduate standing as of fall 2010; and must have a good GPA. The deadline to apply is March 20. For information, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Kathy Brooks, 1581 Oslo Ct., Livermore, CA, 94550.

Seniors

Dancescape Social Dance
Spend an evening dancing to the sounds of Lady K and the Kings of Swing. Listen to Duke Ellington, Cole Porter and other Big Band era classics played with the a slightly modern twist, from 7-10 p.m. March 13 at the Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin. Tickets are $9 residents $10 non-residents if purchased early or $12 at the door. Call 556-4511 or visit www.DublinSeniorCenter.com.

Game Show Round-Up
Seniors are invited to play versions of classic game shows on a big screen from 12:30-1:30 p.m., Thursday, March 18, at the Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd. Prizes will be awarded if you can name the Bag Band tune or classic movie. Sign-ups are required the Monday prior to the activity. Call 556-4511 or visit www.dublinseniorcenter.com.

Peddler Shoppe at the Pleasanton Senior Center
The Peddler Shoppe in the lobby of the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. and is where talented local senior artisans sell their wares. All items are handmade. The Shoppe is staffed by volunteers and is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday evenings, and from 9 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday monthly.

SF Asian Art Museum Trip
Join Yolanda, Travel Trainer with WHEELS, on a trip to the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday, March 16, meeting at the Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd. Enjoy beautiful art while also learning to ride a WHEELS bus to BART! There will be a 5-minute walk to the Route 10 bus stop enroute to BART. Cost is $20, plus the cost of lunch. Call 556-4511 or visit www.dublinseniorcenter.com.

Spiritual

Bible Study Fellowship Day Women's Class
BSF is a 33-week, in-depth, interdenominational Bible Study at Cedar Grove Church, 2021 College Ave., Livermore. This year's study is the Gospel of John. Includes a full program for preschool children (age 2 to K). It starts at 9:25 a.m. Sept. 16. New members are welcome throughout the study. Call 449-1035 or visit bsfinternational.org.

Bible Study Fellowship Evening Women's Class
BSF is a 33-week, in-depth, interdenominational Bible Study at Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Pkwy. This year's study is the Gospel of John. Starts at 6:55 p.m. Sept. 14 and includes a full program for children grades 1-12. New members are welcome throughout the study. Call 426-0481 or visit www.bsfinternational.org.

Lenten Day of Renewal
Breaking Dawn Illumines The Darkness Whenever the impossible gift arrives for us, a gift we have neither earned nor deserved, we can do nothing less than rejoice. Presented by Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy, OFM, on Tuesday, March 16. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Lunch and Eucharist included. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $25 (Pre-registration recommended) For more information, call Kateri at 925-837-9141 ext. 315 or e-mail katerik@sandamiano.org or visit www.sandamiano.org. San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville

Lenten Weekend Retreat - "My Truth Will Set You Free"
On this Lenten Weekend(3/12-3/14), we will discover the power of the word of God to awaken & renew us. We will be practicing a Peaceful Heart, "I have come to give you a peace the world cannot"Jn14:27, a Pure Heart & an Open Heart. Regist: 4pm, Mar. 12. Presenters: Fr R. Shaughnessy OFM & P. Jenkins 6-1 p.m. $180 for a shared room/$210 for a private room For more information, call Kateri at 925-837-9141 ext. 315 or e-mail katerik@sandamiano.org or visit www.sandamiano.org. San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville

Silent Meditation Retreat - "WORD INTO SILENCE"
On this weekend(3/19-3/21), you will experience Scripture passages for Holy Week, Lectio, followed by silent sitting meditation(Christian tradition). Presenter: Barbara Hazzard OSB. Daily Liturgy, optional chair massage & spiritual direction. Wear loose clothes & warm socks. Registr: 4 pm, Mar. 19. 6-1 p.m. $210 privat room/$180 shared room For more information, call Kateri at 925-837-9141 ext. 315 or e-mail katerik@sandamiano.org or visit www.sandamiano.org. San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville

Study Genesis with CBS
Genesis will be the topic of study for the Community Bible Study Class in Pleasanton at Centerpointe Presbyterian Church, 3410 Cornerstone Court. CBS is open to all women and offers a special children's program for ages 0-5. The class meets on Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning Sept. 10. Call Kim about registration, 209-0242. Cost is $25 for adults and $10 for children.

Taking Stock
10 a.m. March 14 at Tri-Valley Unity Church, 2260 Camino Ramon, San Ramon. Taking Stock is the sermon topic of guest speaker Rev. Margaret Stortz. Call 829-2733 or visit www.trivalleyunity.com.

Sports

Phase 1 Group Ride
This easy paced, no-drop road ride is ideal for new riders, riders coming back from time off or those wanting a more social/learning environment. Meets at 10 a.m. Saturdays. Takes 20-35 miles, with a monthly ride of 40 miles. Re-group every 10 miles and 1 longer stop. Call 485-3218 or visit cyclepath.com.

Support Groups

Teen Males Anger Management Series
Group meets from 4 to 5:15 p.m. Mondays from Feb. 1 through April 19 (except Feb. 1 and April 5). Open to young men 13-18 who are enrolled in high school. Designed to help teens address and resolve conflicts. Includes education and group counseling designed to help participants feel in control, handle anger and improve relationships. Interviews required. Fee is $300 and scholarships are available. Call 201-6213 or visit www.axishealth.org.

Volunteering

Ongoing Volunteer Drivers Needed
Senior Support Program of the Tri-Valley is looking for Volunteer Drivers to transport seniors to their medical appointments. The Senior Transportation Program supplements existing public and paratransit services by providing rides via volunteer drivers. For information, call Jennifer at 931-5387.

Tri-Valley Animal Rescue
Do you love animals? Become a volunteer or a Foster with Tri-Valley Animal Rescue. Orientations are held at East County Animal Shelter (ECAS) from 1 to 2:30 p.m. the second Saturday and fourth Sunday of each month. Registration is not required to attend the orientation. Call 803-7043 or visit www.tvar.org.

TV30

Conversations
Join TV30 host Robin Fahr for "Managing Your Money" and "PowerCranks." Guests Steve Wilcox of Summit Financial Group discusses money management and Frank Day, M.D. talks about his new invention. On Channel 30 weekdays at 11:30 a.m.

Tri-Valley Sports Final
Tune in to Channel 30 as hosts Ian Bartholomew and George "Dr. B" Baljevich provide up-to-the-minute sports reporting on Tri-Valley High Schools. Thrilling footage and expert commentary covering soccer, basketball and wrestling. Visit www.tri-valleytv.org for days and times.