Community Online Calendar
Showing listings from November 26, 2009 to November 26, 2009 in all categories.
Livermore's 2010 Talent Competition Tryouts
Livermore's 2010 Talent Competition is accepting applications through Dec. 11. Top prize is $2,500. Visit LivermoresTalentCompetition.com for details.
Learn German at Livermore Adult School
Livermore Adult School presents classes in German: beginning German starting Sept. 17, continuing beginners starting Sept. 22, and advanced German starting Sept. 23. Classes are $120-$150. Call 455-8196 or visit www.livermoreadulted.org.
Photoshop and Photoshop Elements
The FAA is pleased to offer a plethora of photography classes.Local photographer, Ralph Cooksey-Talbott will provide you with a wealth of knowledge to improve your Photoshop and photography skills. 7-9 p.m. See website for details For more information, call Cooksey-Talbott at 510.742.0548 or e-mail cooksey@cookseytalbottgallery.com or visit www.cookseytalbottgallery.com. Fremont Art Association Gallery, 37659 Niles Blvd., Fremont
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.
Teen-Assisted Computer Learning
Learn to set up email, work with Microsoft Word or Excel, or do simple Internet searches at the Teen-Assisted Computer Learning for Adults program. It meets every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 5 through Dec. 17 at the Dublin Library, 200 Civic Plaza. Call 803-7286.
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.
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.
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.
Business Opportunity Meeting
Learn how to earn an immediate and residual income and position yourself for the explosive growth in the Telecommunications and VoIP industry from 7-9 p.m., every Thursday, at Hotel Sierra, 2323 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. For information, call Roy Carney at 548-3511.
Thursday Evening Programs - Senior Center
The Pleasanton Senior Center is open until 8:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Programs include lectures, Wii games, bunko, beginning bridge and more. Call 931-5365 for schedule and program fee. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Varies - please call for information
Gourd Madness 3
This exhibit is here just in time for autumn celebrations. These wearable, giftable, and decorative gourds are created by several Bay Area gourd artists. You will be amazed of the transformation these humble gourds have made by the hands of their skillful masters.
11-5 p.m. FREE For more information, call Fremont Art Association at 510.792.0905 or visit www.FremontArt Association.org. Fremont Art Association Gallery, 37659 Niles Blvd., Fremont
Heavenly Vistas
This exhibit features photography with encaustic wax painting and encaustic landscape paintings from contemporary California artists Thea Schrack and Paula Wenzl Bellacera. It is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 26 at Deer Ridge Vineyards, 1828 Wetmore Road, Livermore. A reception is from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 5. Call 866-561-0838.
LAA Exhibit
The Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery, 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon, hosts an exhibit featuring the Livermore Art Association in November. The gallery is open from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays. The exhibit will depict artwork in various mediums and showcase the immense talent of these fine artists. A reception to open the exhibit will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 7. Call 973-3200 or www.sanramon.ca.gov.
Oil Paintings by Norma Webb
Norma Webb will show oil paintings during the month of November in the Tasting Room at Wente Vineyard Estate Winery, 5565 Tesla Road, Livermore. The winery is open daily from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. An artist reception is from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 1.
American Cancer Society Discovery Shop
The American Cancer Society Discovery Shop Holiday Store, 1987 F Santa Rita Road, is open. It features wreaths, trees, ornaments, dishes, decorator items, music, books and clothing. All proceeds go to fund research, and patient services.
Holiday Food Drive
Pleasanton CPA firm, JL Consulting is coordinating a holiday food drive benefiting people in need served by the Alameda County Community Food Bank. Donations of nutritious non-perishable foods can be dropped off at 1024 Serpentine Lane, Suite 105 in Pleasanton from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday until Dec. 11. Call 846-1859 or email info@jlcpa.net.
Sign-Ups for Youth Food Drive
Youth service groups in Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, Sunol, San Ramon, Alamo, Danville, Walnut Creek and Concord may now volunteer for the eighth annual Youth Food Drive to be held on March 6. Sign up at www.youthservicecouncil.com/Volunteer/Volunteer.html. Details are online.
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.
Food Pantry at Valley Bible Church
The Food Pantry at Valley Bible Church, 7106 Johnson Drive, has an open pantry from 6 to 8:30 p.m. It can be reached from Wheels route 3. It will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and New Years Eve, but will be open the Sunday before the holidays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 22, Dec. 20 and 27. Donations of food are by Valley Bible Church, Centerpointe Church, Valley Community Church, Boy Scout Troop 941, and Pleasanton Middle School. Call 426-2492.
Thanksgiving Day Run
The 17th annual Walnut Creek Sport and Fitness Turkey Trot will take place Thanksgiving Day at Civic Park in Walnut Creek. The races include a 5K and 10K run/walk, beginning at 8 a.m. and a kid's fun run at 10 a.m. Registration is from $12-$30 with proceeds benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Visit www.wcsf.net.
Computer Tutoring
One-on-one computer tutoring is available every day at the Pleasanton Senior Center. The tutor works with you on topics where you need help with no formal program to follow. Internet, Word, photo editing, etc. Cost is $1.50 an hour for residents. For an appointment, call 931-5365.
PC Users Group
The PC User Group meets monthly at 10 a.m., on the fourth Thursday of the month, at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. You don't need to be an expert to attend, all skill levels are invited. Agenda is posted on pleasenior.googlepages.com; call 931-5365.
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.
Lacrosse Registration
Registration is open for the 2010 spring season of Pleasanton Lacrosse Club's boy divisions U-9 ($175), U-11 ($260), U-13 ($290) and U-15 ($290). Tryouts and team placements will take place the first two weekends of December. Register before Nov. 1 to avoid a late fee. Visit pleasantonlacrosse.com.
Little League Registration
Pleasanton Foothill Little League will join American and National Little Leagues in a joint registration for the 2010 season. All players ages 5 to 18 (as of April 30, 2010) are invited to play. Online registration is at www.sportability.com. First walk-through registration is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct 25 at the Pleasanton Sports Park. Fees vary. Visit www.pfllonline.org.
Little League Registration
2010 Spring Registration is now open for the three Pleasanton Little Leagues. Register online now at www.sportability.com/pll. Walk-up registration us from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 25 at Sports Park, field 5. Info and registration night is from 7 to 9 p.m. Nov. 3 at Donlon Elementary.
Spring Girls Lacrosse Registration
Pleasanton Girls Lacrosse Club has opened registration for its 2010 Spring season, which runs February through May. Space is limited. Call 413-8154 or visit www.pleasantongirlslacrosse.com.
Animal Fosters Needed
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue is looking for fosters for cats, kittens, dogs and puppies. We provide training on how to be a foster, food and vet care; you provide love and a place for them to stay until they are adopted. For cats/kittens call Linda 961-0260 for dogs/puppies call Lisa 355-9039. Visit www.tvar.org.
Museum On Main Street and Alviso Adobe
Many interesting volunteer opportunities are available at the Museum On Main Street and Alviso Adobe on Foothill Road. Call 462-2766 or visit www.museumonmain.org.
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.
Reading Volunteers Needed
If you would like to volunteer for a worthwhile cause, consider becoming a Barton Reading Tutor. No experience is necessary and training and materials are free of charge. There are currently over 80 volunteer tutors making a difference for over 160 Pleasanton students. Call Christina Clark at 596-0292 or email christina.clark2@comcast.net.
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.
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