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Publication Date: Friday, November 14, 2003 Calendar
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(November 14, 2003) Auditions
Harmony Crossroads Chorus
If you love to sing, visit the Harmony Crossroads chorus, a womenÕs a capella
barbershop-style chorus. No experience required. 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 Pleasanton Playhouse will be holding auditions for its production "I Do,
I Do!" at 7:30 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 8-9, at the studio theater, 1048
Serpentine Lane, Suite 309. Bring 16 bars of a Broadway ballad and an up-tempo
show tune; bring sheet music for provided accompanist. No a capella or tapes
allowed. Details at www.pleasantonplayhouse.com.
Pot OÕ Gold Chorus
Men who enjoy singing are invited to join an 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
The Valley Concert Chorale is looking for singers who enjoy performing exciting
music. Annually, the chorale performs three concerts ranging from classical
to contemporary. For an audition, contact Pam, 462-4205, or visit www.valleyconcertchorale.org.
Book Clubs
Author Visits
Upcoming author visits include: Brad Herzog, "K is for Kick: A Soccer Alphabet," 4
p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15; and Jon Muth, illustrator of "The Three Questions," 7
p.m., Thursday, Nov. 20, at Towne Center Books, 555 Main St. Call 846-8826.
Boys Book Club
This book club for boys age 10-14 meets at Towne Center Books, 555 Main St.
Call for day and time, 846-8826.
Century House Poetry Readings
The poetry reading series will be held from 1-3 p.m. on the first Sunday of
even-numbered months at the Century House, 2401 Santa Rita Road. Admission
is $3. Call 931-5361.
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 and current book
selection at ctvbookclub@yahoo.com. Comments or suggestions by e-mail welcome,
or mail them to CTV30, 4663 Bernal Ave., Suite B, Pleasanton 94566.
Great Books of Pleasanton
This local chapter of the San Francisco Council of Great Books meets at 7:30
p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at Borders Books Music & Cafe, 4575
Rosewood Drive, to read and discuss outstanding works of literature. E-mail
ilovetoread@comcast.net.
High School Book Club
This club for high school-age youth meets at 8 p.m. on the second Tuesday of
the month at Towne Center Books, 555 Main St. Call 846-8826.
Kathy Cordova Book Signing
Author Kathy Cordova, "Let Go, Let Miracles Happen: The Art of Spiritual Surrender," will
sign and discuss her book at Borders Books & Music, 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 14,
4575 Rosewood Drive.
Mother/Daughter Book Club
The club, for girls ages 10-12 and their mothers or other friendly female,
meet 6:30 p.m., the third Wednesday each month at Towne Center Books, 555
Main St. For details, call 846-8826.
Online Book Club
The Pleasanton Public Library offers a club through its Web site. Members read
the first few chapters of a book before it is released and will receive new
books to preview on completion of the first chapters if interested. The service
is free and can be joined by visiting www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library.html.
Call 931-3400.
Poetic Medley
International poetry will be read in both in the original language and its
English translation at 7:45 p.m., the second Thursday of the month, at Coffee
Roast Express, 780 Main St. Call 426-8869.
Purely Poetry
A poetry writing and critique group, hosted by Poet Laureate Kirk Ridgeway,
meets 7-9 p.m., the third Thursday monthly, at the Century House, 2401 Santa
Rita Road. Bring 12 copies of one or two original poems. Contact Ridgeway,
462-8061 or klridge@comcast.net, or Cynthia Bryant, 461-8740 or cynthia.bryant@comcast.net.
Towne Center Book Club
Towne Center Book Club meets at 7 p.m., the third Wednesday monthly at Coffee
Beans and Things, 401 Main St. The selection for November is "Seabiscuit" by
Laura Hillenbrand. Call 846-8826.
WritersÕ Roundtable
Across the River WritersÕ Roundtable meets at 6 p.m. every second Tuesday of
the month to share triumphs and problems. All styles of writing and all topics
are welcome. For meeting locations, call Blanche Abrams, 454-9516.
Youth Book Club
This boys and girls, ages 8-10, club meets at Town Center Books, 555 Main St.
Call for meeting time and day, 846-8826.
Civic Meetings
City Council
The Council meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of every month in
the City Council chamber at 200 Old Bernal Ave. The Nov. 18 was canceled.
Civic Arts Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of the month. The next meeting
is Dec. 1 in the City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
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. The next meeting is Nov. 18 in the district office
board room, 7051 Dublin Blvd.
Housing Commission
The commission meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. The
next meeting is Nov. 20 in the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
Human Services Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month. The next
meeting is Dec. 3 at the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
Library Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. The next meeting
is Dec. 11 at the Pleasanton Public Library meeting room, 400 Old Bernal
Ave.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month. The next
meeting is Dec. 11 at the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
Planning Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of every month.
The next meeting is Nov. 26 in the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave.
School Board
The Pleasanton Unified School District board meets at 7 p.m. on the second
and fourth Tuesday of each month. Due to the Veterans' Day holiday, the next
meeting is Nov. 18 at the district office board room, 4665 Bernal Ave.
Youth Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month. The next
meeting is Dec. 10 at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd.
Class Reunions
Amador High Class of 1974
Graduates of Amador Valley High School class of 1974 interested in a reunion
for 2004, contact Jan Arnold-Blotz, janblotz@hotmail.com, or call 462-6733.
Cole Elementary School
For those interested in holding a reunion for Cole Elementary School, Oakland,
class of 1925-30, contact Mervin Cameron, 846-6604.
Classes
Amador Adult School
Amador Adult School is offering free classes including ESL, Older Adult, Parent
Education, GED, HS Diploma, Citizenship and more. Call 462-4280.
Anger Management and Domestic Violence Classes
Valley Community Health Center offers evening classes for anger management
and domestic violence to all teens and adults at its facility, 4361 Railroad
Ave., Suite A. Fees are based on a sliding scale from $15-45. Call Debra
Eberhart, 201-6033.
Character Education
The Amador Valley Adult center is offering monthly parenting classes through
May. Each class meets 7-9 p.m., on the first Wednesday of the month, at Pleasanton
Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. No registration required. Call 426-4280. Topics
are: Effective Communication, Dec. 3; Self-disciplined Child, Jan. 7; Healthy
Values, Feb. 4; Respect, March 3; Successful Assets, April 7; and Personal
Integrity, May 5.
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 on-going 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
Regular meetings are held at 1:30 p.m. on the second Saturday of the month
at Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. All are welcome. Call 443-5622.
Amador Valley Toastmasters
Amador Valley Toastmasters Club No. 2452 meets for breakfast at Coco's Restaurant,
7944 Dublin Blvd., Dublin, from 6:45-8 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 Monarch Hotel
in 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
on the second Saturday every month. Chapter focuses on community and patriotism.
Call Laurie Robertson, 461-4362 or 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.
Employment Network Group
The Tri-Valley One Stop Career Center is forming the Employment Network Group,
providing an opportunity for networking, learning new skills and exchanging
job leads. The group meets every other Tuesday at 4125 Mohr Ave., Suite K.
For dates and time, call 485-5262
Golden Bay Runners
A monthly potluck business meeting is held at 7 p.m. on the third Friday of
each month at the Castro Valley WomenÕs Club, 18330 Redwood Road, Castro
Valley. Runners of all abilities, from the casual minded to 5K to marathoners,
are welcome. Call 484-1339 for more information.
Hacienda Park Toastmasters
The club meets noon-1 p.m. every Thursday at Mallinckroot Inc., 4280 Hacienda
Drive. Everyone is welcome. Call Charlotte Machi at 462-9765.
Jose Maria Amador Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
Meetings are held the second Saturday each month, usually starting at 11 a.m.This
chapter focuses on community involvement and patriotism. Call Laurie at 846-3898
for details of this month's meeting/trip.
Kiwanis Pleasanton Sunrise Club
Group meets weekly at 7:15 p.m. at VicÕs All Star Kitchen, 201 Main St. This
is an organization geared towards serving children of the world. Often have
guest speakers. Call 484-0789.
Livermore 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.livermoreflyfishers.org
or call Bill 846-5463.
Livermore Lunch Bunch #6282
One of more than 8,000 Toastmasters clubs dedicated to helping others become
effective speakers, the group meets noon-1 p.m., Mondays, at the Livermore
Police Department community room, 1110 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Call
371-4700.
Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Congregation
Beth Emek, 1886 College Ave., Livermore. Call Jon at 447-9407 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.
Native Sons of the Golden West Pleasanton Parlor 244
The club meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month at the Pleasanton
WomenÕs Club at Vineyard Avenue and Regalia Court. Contact Paul Stahlnecker
at 426-7867.
Order of Eastern Star
San Ramon Valley Order of Eastern Star #588 meets at 8 p.m. on the second and
fourth Thursday of the month. All meetings are held at the Pleasanton Masonic
Center, 3370 Hopyard Road. Call 743-1846.
P-Town Street Rods
The family oriented club meets 6-9 p.m. the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday
of the month at Fiesta Taco, 1989 Santa Rita Road, in Mission Plaza. Open
to any car or truck enthusiast.Call George Withers, 846-5550.
Phi Delta Kappa
This international fraternity of professional educators meets monthly on either
the second or third Monday at the Crowne Plaza Holiday Inn,19500 Dublin Canyon
Road. Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., program on educational
issues at 7:30 p.m. Call Mary Switzer at 846-7342.
Pleasanton Art League
Regular meetings feature demonstrations by nationally recognized artists. The
next meeting, held with Livermore Art League, will be 7:30 p.m., Monday,
Nov. 17, at the Cultural Arts Center, 4477 Black Ave. Watercolor and pastel
artist Claire Schroeven Verbiest will be guest speaker. Call 462-5917, or
visit www.pal-art.com
Pleasanton Community Toastmasters Club No. 4762
Community Club #4762 meets at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Dublin Library,
7606 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin. Anyone interested in improving their public
speaking skills is welcome. Call 895-6682, or visit www.pleasantontoastmasters.com.
Pleasanton Jaycees
A general meeting is held at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the
Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, 777 Peters Ave. The group also has mixers
the second Thursday monthly at various locations. Call Becky, 212-9068. Members
are young professional adults.
Pleasanton Kiwanis
Group meets at 6:45 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Coffee
Beans & Bistro, 401 Main St. Membership is open. Call 846-1866.
Pleasanton Lions Club
The club meets for dinner at 7:15 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of
the month. Call Jerry Hill, 846-9628.
Pleasanton Lunch Club
This Le Tip chapter meets 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. each Tuesday at MaestroÕs Restaurant,
5100 Hopyard Road. Members share leads and help promote each otherÕs businesses.
Membership is limited to one member per business category. Call Jan, 734-5261,
or Cindy, 833-0106.
Pleasanton Mothers Club
PleasantonÕs oldest and largest club for families with infants through preschool-aged
children meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday monthly at Mohr Elementary School,
3300 Dennis Drive. Call 927-2444 or visit www.pleasantonmothersclub.com.
Pleasanton Network
This Tri-Valley business group, dedicated to helping members through information
sharing and referrals, meets at 7 a.m., Wednesdays, at the Simulcast Wagering
Facility, Alameda County Fairgrounds, at Valley and Bernal avenues. Call
Alice Jones, 846-0902.
Pleasanton Newcomers Club
The club meets the first Wednesday monthly for coffee at 10 a.m. Contact Sharon,
461-9343, or Ruth, 249-1102, for location. Monthly luncheons are held at
11 a.m. on the second Wednesday. Call Carole, 251-9251, or Jackie, 398-8313.
Visit www.pleasantonnewcomers.com.
Pleasanton North Rotary Club
The group meets at 12:15 p.m. every Friday at the Pleasanton Hilton, 7050 Johnson
Drive. Call Wayne, 426-2510.
Pleasanton/Livermore Junior WomenÕs Club
The club offers its members the opportunity to perform community service, develop
leadership abilities, further personal growth and education, and know the
warmth of personal friendship. The club meets monthly. Call 462-6519.
Rotary Club of Pleasanton
The club meets at noon each Thursday at the Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St.
Call 355-2564.
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club meets the first Thursday of every month, 7 p.m., at the
Brass Door Restaurant (back room), 2154 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon.
We have 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 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 (TMUG)
TMUG meets at 7:30 p.m., the third Tuesday, monthly at the Livermore Adult
Education Facility, 543 Sonoma Ave., room 8, Livermore. The club is open
to anyone with the interest to Macintosh computers. The Nov. 18 meeting topic
will be the software "Circus Ponies Notebook, version 1.2." 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 Teen Volunteers Youth Service Group
The student group meets from 5-6:30 p.m., Mondays at the Volunteer Center of
Alameda County, 333 Division St. Students benefit from leadership retreats,
workshops and hands-on event-planning experience. Call Mark Duncanson, 417-7094,
or e-mail mduncanson@volunteeronline.org.
Twin Valley Mothers of Twins Club
The organization meets on the second Tuesday monthly at John Knox Presbyterian
Church, 7421 Amarillo Road, Dublin. The club provides support services for
mothers of twins, triplets and multiples that includes a Preemie Closet,
playgroups, mentoring and more. Call 948-0004.
V.F.W. Auxiliary to Post 6298
The V.F.W. Post 6298 Auxiliary meets at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the
month at the VeteranÕs Memorial Building, 300 Main St. Call Ruth Lindhurst,
president, 846-3040, or Gloria Stahlnecker, 846-5453. Call 484-5031.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Ambrose D. Regalia Post 6298 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars meets at 7:30
p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of the month at the Veterans Memorial
Building, 301 Main St. Call Dan Soria, 846-7320.
Concerts
Carlos Reyes and the Electric Orchestra
Jazz harpist and violinist Carlos Reyes performs traditional music of South
America as well as his own compositions 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 29, at the
Del Valle Theater, 1963 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek. Advance tickets
$23; door $25. Call 943-7469.
'Cowboys and Indians'
The Pleasanton Community Concert Band will hold a family concert, "Cowboys
and Indians," at 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 23, at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa
Rita Road. Admission is free; donations appreciated. Call 846-5897 or visit
www.pleasantonband.org.
Fall Violin and Guitar Concert
A fall concert featuring violin, viola and guitar students will be held 3 p.m.,
Saturday, Nov. 15, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road. The performance
is free and showcases classical music and fiddle tunes. Call 455-0161.
Pianists Mark Anderson and Tamriko Siprashvili
An intimate benefit concert will be held featuring pianists Mark Anderson and
Tamriko Siprashvili at 4 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 23, at the Lin family home, 969
Acalanes Road, Lafayette. Tickets are $75 (limited seating); call Dave Wright,
484-0614.
Valley Concert Chorale Christmas Concert
The Choral Society will perform its holiday concert at 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec.
6, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road, and at 3 p.m., Sunday,
Dec. 7, at the First Presbyterian Church, Fourth and L streets, Livermore.
Advance adult tickets for a single concert are $15, season tickets $40 ;
and seniors tickets are $12 and $30, respectively. Door tickets are $18 for
adults and $15 for seniors. Call 866-4003 or visit www.valleyconcertchorale.org.
Events
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Events include: Country Folk Art Craft Show, Nov. 14-16; Fog City Cat Show,
Nov. 29-30; Great American Train Show, Nov. 29-30. Admission varies; parking
is $8. Details at www.alamedacountyfair.com or call 426-7600.
Blackhawk Museum
Events at the museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville, include: Winston
Goodfellow, 10:15 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Nov. 15. Call 736-2277, Ext. 236.
Events are free with museum admission.
MOPS Christmas Boutique
Cornerstone MOPS (Mother of Preschoolers) is hosting a Christmas boutique 10
a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Cornerstone Fellowship, 111-C Lindbergh
Ave., Livermore, in the big room. Call Nikki Geldermann at 577-4799.
Mystery Dinner Theater
"
Football is Murder!" will be performed at 7:15 p.m., Friday, Nov. 14 and 21,
at the Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St. Team colors welcome. Admission includes
a three-course gourmet meal and the mystery play. $48 includes tax and gratuity.
Reservations required. Call 846-8106.
Tri-Valley Women's Connection
The 39th annual holiday boutique and luncheon will be held 11 a.m., Thursday,
Nov. 20, at the San Ramon Royal Vista Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Lane, San
Ramon. Tickets are $17. Reservations required by Nov. 17. Contact Jan, 462-9142,
or Jill, (510) 582-2351. Free child care available.
Exhibits
Blackhawk Museum
Upcoming museum exhibits, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville, include: Women
of our Time, Nov. 14-Jan. 11; FastForward III, through Nov. 16; European
Train Enthusiasts, Nov. 28-Jan. 11. Call 736-2280.
Diablo-Alameda Pen Women
The 5th Annual art exhibit of the Diablo-Alameda Pen Women, featuring 12 artists,
will be held through Nov. 30, at the San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta
Blvd., San Ramon. Call 973-3200 for hours.
Madelynn Ellis
Pleasanton artist Madelynn Ellis will exhibit 22 contemporary Bay Area life
paintings at Wente Estates Winery Tasting Room, 5565 Tesla Road, Livermore.
The exhibit is open through Dec. 30.
Pierre Khoury
Using found and recycled objects, Khoury transforms the objects into three-dimensional
works of art. His work will be on display 11 a.m.-5:45 p.m., every day except
Monday and Tuesday, through Dec. 31 at the Tri-Valley SPCA, 4651 Gleason
Drive, Dublin. Call Linda Jeffery Sailors, 449-7274.
Women of Our Time
The exhibit, "Women of Our Time," featuring 75 of the most remarkable women
of the 20th century, will be on display Nov. 14-Jan. 11, at the Blackhawk Museum,
3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. Personalities include birth control
crusader Margaret Sanger, artist Georgia O'Keefe, singer Janice Joplin, and
dancer Isadora Duncan. Call 736-2280.
Film
Fundraisers
Eating Disorders Fundraiser
Soy candles are being sold at R-Quest, 40 California Ave., Suite H, from 9
a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Friday. Proceeds raised will benefit an eating disorder
support group. Call 426-0501.
Hands Across the Water
Mohr Elementary School is collecting clothes, school supplies and donations
for its adopted school in Liberia, West Africa. For details, call Sharon
Mosher, 462-8332, or e-mail kttjsharon@aol.com.
Holiday Food Drive
The Alameda County Community Food Bank launched its annual Holiday Food Drive
this month. Businesses and organizations can register to participate by placing
collection barrels in their office or business. To sign up, call (510) 834-3663,
Ext. 318 or visit www.accfb.org.
Tri-Valley Haven Pledges
Several business have pledged support to Tri-Valley Haven through November.
Chiropractor Dr. Elizabeth Krueger, 1443 Cedarwood Lane, Suite C (918-3645),
will donate 100 percent of proceeds from new patient examinations; Roy Cavellini,
Wayside Park Realty, 4377 First St. (600-9351), will donate $750 for each
home purchase or sale in November; and Tim Soldati, Lendscape, 3122 Devereux
Court (484-9074), will donate $100 for each closed loan originating in November.
Health
CPR and Emergency Classes
Pleasanton Unified School District Adult Education offers courses in CPR for
children and adults; basic first aid skills and Community Emergency Response
Training (CERT). The focus of CERT is to alert the community on what to do
if they are on their own for 72 hours. Visit www.pleasanton.k12.ca.us, for
the latest schedule or call 426-4280.
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.
Exploring Healing Techniques
Matt Gomes, Ph.D., of the Kiva Spirit Foundation, runs weekly sessions to discover
and utilize innate healing talents in practical ways at the Dublin Health
Center, 11740 Dublin Blvd., Suite 202, Dublin, 8-9 p.m., Tuesday. Join any
time. $80 per month. Call 485-9370.
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 non-members. Call for class reservations, 847-5172.
Pleasanton Birth Home
The center helps provide the experience of a home birth. An open house is held
on alternate Thursdays at 4441 Railroad Ave. For information and individual
appointments, 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
Lights of the Valley
Hope Hospice Lights of the Valley Community Celebration will be held 6:30 p.m.,
Wednesday, Nov. 19, at ValleyCare Medical Center, 5555 W. Las Positas Blvd.
Gifts of $20 or more symbolically light a tree in memory of loved ones. Refreshments
served; speakers include Poet Laureate Kirk Ridgeway and harpist Dominique
Piana. Call 829-8770 or visit www.hopehospice.com.
Southern Living at Home Show
Come for coffee and view holiday and year-round products of this celebrated
home decor company, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Friday, Nov. 15, at Coffee Roast Express,
780 Main St. Proceeds benefit the Valley Humane Society. Call Jane Woolley,
484-3700.
Kids & Teens
Family Read Night
Child Care Links holds Family Read Night for families with children ages newborn
up to 4 years at two locations: 6-7 p.m., first and third Thursday, at Child
Care Links, 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite 104; 6-7 p.m., second and fourth
Thursday, at Livermore Play School, 5261 East Ave., Livermore. Registration
required. Call Kim, 417-8733, for Pleasanton and Donnamarie, 249-3923, for
Livermore.
Foothill K-6 Cheer Clinic
The Foothill High School cheerleaders will hold at cheer clinic for students
in grades K-6 from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15, at Foothill, 4375
Foothill Road. Students will learn new cheer motions, dance and sideline
cheers. $35 fee includes a T-shirt and lunch. To register, call Margaret
Gordon, 462-5800, or Kim DeJoy, 426-2374. Limited space.
Harvest Festival
The Resurrection Lutheran Church will hold a Harvest Festival 2-4 p.m., Saturday,
Nov. 22, at the church's education building and courtyard, 7557 Amador Valley
Blvd., Dublin. The free event includes food, crafts, games and children's
activities such as fingerprinting and helmet and bicycle safety. Call Candi,
833-8501, or e-mail children@resluthdublin.org.
Paws to Read
The Pleasanton Public Library Paws to Read program is underway with evening
and afternoon read times set. The program pairs children with a dog and its
handler for reading sessions. Sessions are 7-8 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 18; and
2-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15. For more information, call Kathy Maio, 931-3412.
Preschool Story Times
Free preschool story times for children 3-5 years are 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.,
Fridays, at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Toddler lap
time (18-36 months) is 10:30 and 11:30 a.m., Mondays. Story time for 3-7
years are 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays. Call 931-3400, Ext. 8.
Real-time Online Homework Help
The Pleasanton Library offers a homework tool for children and young adults
through the libraryÕs Web site (www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library.html). Students,
grades 4-12, can receive immediate help in math, algebra, geometry, calculus,
trigonometry, social studies, general sciences, biology, chemistry, physics,
earth sciences and English from qualified tutors. All sessions are private
and strictly monitored. The help is available from 3-10 p.m., Monday-Thursday;
1-4 p.m., Saturday; and 5-9 p.m., Sunday. Call 931-3400, Ext. 8.
T.A.G.
The Teen Advisory Group meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at
the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Teens can earn community
service hours by being a part of T.A.G. Call 931-3404.
Lectures/Workshops
Job Seekers Lectures
The Tri-Valley One Stop Career Center, 5020 Franklin Drive, is holding a series
of lectures for job seekers, including Resume Writing, noon, Tuesday, Nov.
18. Individual resume critique and career counseling available by appointment.
All workshops are free. Call Tamara, 485-5266.
Marriage Care
The Catholic Community of Pleasanton will hold two workshops for couples who
want to nurture their relationship at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 14 and Dec.
12, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 3999 Bernal Ave. Space is limited.
Call 469-347 or 426-7144.
Live Music
Little Valley Vineyard Bistro
The Bistro, 11986 Main St., Sunol, has live music. Visit www.sunol.net or call
862-9006.
Main St. Brewery
The restaurant, 830 Main St., features live music every Friday and Saturday
night. No cover charge. Call 462-8218.
Pleasanton Hotel
Live music from 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Friday and Saturday nights, at the restaurant,
855 Main St. The Patio Blues, live outdoor entertainment, is held Thursday
5:30-9:30 p.m. No cover charge. Call 846-8106.
Miscellaneous
Bike Buddy
Bike Buddy is a service offered by RIDES For Bay Area Commuters. The program
matches experienced cyclists with new cyclists to help them learn how to
commute by bicycle. For general transportation information contact City of
PleasantonÕs Transportation Systems Management Coordinator at 931-5039.
Coffee Time
Coffee time, with free coffee and pastries, is held every Saturday from 7:30
to 9 a.m. in the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St., and hosted by
the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ambrose D. Regalia Post 6298, and the American
Legion, Pleasanton Post 237. Call Daniel Soria at 846-7320.
Genealogy Docents
The Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., houses an extensive book
and CD genealogy collection. Every Wednesday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., a volunteer
from the Livermore-Amador Genealogy Society is available for assistance.
Call John Byron at 447-9407.
Oakland Artisan Marketplace
The ongoing marketplace features local and regional artistsÕ craft artwork
at two locations: the Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 14th and Broadway, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.,
Friday; and the Jack London Square from 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, and 10 a.m.-4
p.m., Sunday. Call (510) 238-4948.
Open Heart Kitchen
Open Heart Kitchen provides hot meals to the underprivileged 2-6 p.m. Fridays
at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road, and noon-6 p.m. on Tuesdays
and Wednesdays at Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., Livermore.
For volunteers or donations, call Barbara Thomas 294-9224.
Pleasanton Farmers Market
Shop for fresh produce, flowers, baked goods and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
every Saturday on West Angela between First and Main streets in downtown
Pleasanton.
Telephone Library Renewal System
Pleasanton Public Library borrowers can renew items with a touch-tone telephone,
their library card and the bar code on the items to be renewed. Call 600-1342.
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue Adoption Days
Adopt a dog or cat 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, next to the Pleasanton Farmers
Market at First and Angela Streets, and 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on the last
Sunday monthly at the East County Animal Shelter, 4595 Gleason Road, Dublin.
The shelter is open daily 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 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
Christmas Carol
The city Civic Arts Stage Company will perform the Charles Dickens' tale at
8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Dec. 5, 6, 12 and 13, and 2 p.m., Saturday and
Sunday, Dec. 7, 13, 14, at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road. Adult
tickets are $10, $15, $20 and youth under 12 years are $5, $10, and $15.
Tickets are available online at www.amadortheater.org, or call 931-3444.
For recorded information, call 931-5361.
'The Birds'
The classic Greek comedy by Aristophanes will be performed by the Las Positas
College Theater Department at 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14, 15, 21
and 22, and 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 23, at the college theater, 3033 Collier
Canyon Road, Livermore. General tickets are $10; students and seniors are
$7 and available at the college's bookstore. Advance reservations, 373-5812.
Show information, 373-5866 or kross@laspositascollege.edu.
Political Notes
Recreation
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. The drop-in fee is $1 for
Pleasanton residents and $1.50 for non-residents. Call 931-5365 or e-mail
pleasenior@yahoo.com.
Dessert Dance
The Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., will hold a dessert dance from
6:30-9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 14. Music is provided by Joe Alfani and his band.
The cost is $6 for residents and $7 for non-residents. Call 931-5365.
DRC Club and Company
DRC Club is a support group and socialization program for women in the early
stages of memory loss and Company is the comparable menÕs group. Both groups
meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for weekly field trips including museum tours,
galleries, gardens and historic homes. Call Marilyn Trabert, 210-6196.
Emotional Wellness Group
Learn more about depression, anxiety, and how medications and alcohol may affect
emotional well-being. The group meets at 2 p.m. every Thursday at the senior
support office, Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call Charlene
or Jodi, 931-5382.
Healthy Habits
"
Healthy Habits in the Second Half of Life" is the topic for the next Coffee
and Conversation with the Experts held from 10-11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 25,
at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Health educator and yoga
instructor Sheri Clinchard will discuss a whole health approach to aging, including
exercises, stretching and deep breathing. $1 donation requested for residents,
$1.50 for non-residents. Call 931-5369.
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 soda are available for 50 cents each. Call 931-5365
for the movie schedule.
Newport Mansions
The Pleasanton Public Library is having a video presentation at 1:30 p.m.,
Tuesday, Nov. 18, in the library's meeting room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. The
video offers viewers an inside look at the "summer cottages" built during
the extravagant heyday of the Gilded Age in Newport, Rhode Island. Friends
of the Library will provide refreshments. Call 931-3404.
PC Users Groups
The group meets 10 a.m.-noon on the fourth Thursday monthly at the Pleasanton
Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., for discussions and demonstrations. All
welcome. Drop-in fee of $1. Call 931-5372.
Pleasanton Paratransit Service
The service provides door-to-door bus service to seniors 65 and older, and
individuals with disabilities of any age and is available Monday-Friday 8
a.m.- 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 931-5376 for the service.
Pleasanton V.I.P. Senior Club
Regular meetings of the V.I.P. club are held 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. the second and
fourth Mondays monthly at the Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Regular Snappy
Cafe Lunch is served at noon and meetings follow. For lunch reservation call
931-5385. To join the club, attend a luncheon meeting and pay $10 first annual
dues.
Senior Meals
Spectrum Community Services provides seniors, 60 years and older, with a well-balanced
noon meal Monday-Friday at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd.,
and evening meal at 5 p.m. at Ridge View Commons, 5200 Case Ave. Suggested
meal donations are $2.50 and $3, respectively. For noon reservations, call
931-5385, and for the evening, 484-5131.
Social Evenings
Come and mingle with other seniors for dinner at 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, at
Ridgeview Common Apartments, 5200 Case Ave. Occasional entertainment. Suggested
donation $3.50. For reservations, call 484-5131.
Woodshop Program
Work on a project of your choice with help from a volunteer assistant. The
woodshop program is open 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Woodshop is held at the Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Drop-in fees are
$1.50 for residents and $2.50 for non-residents. Call 931-5365.
Spiritual
BahaÕi Informative Meeting
Baha'i Faith hold prayer meetings at 10 a.m., the first Sunday of every month,
featuring prayers from all faiths. All are welcome. For address and directions
call 485-9999. Visit the Web site at www.pleasanton-bahai.org.
Sports
Basketball Clinic
Pleasanton championship basketball preseason clinic for grades 3-9 will be
held Saturday, Nov. 15. Grades 3-5 meet 9-10:30 a.m. and grades 6-8 meet
10:30 a.m.-noon. Registration forms available at the Tennis Complex, 5801
Valley Ave., or call Ian Anderson, 931-3447.
Pleasanton American Little League
The league is now accepting online registration through Dec. 31 for players
age 5-18 (as of July 31, 2004) for its spring season at www.sportability.com/pall.
After Dec. 1, a $25 late fee applies.
Pleasanton National Little League
Sign ups for spring registration will be held online at www.sportability.com/pll.
PNLL try outs for ages 9-12 will be held at the Sports Park, Saturday and
Sunday, Nov. 15-16, Dec. 6-7. After Dec. 1, $25 late registration fee applies;
last registration day is Dec. 31.
Pony Baseball
2004 season registration for players age 7-14 (age 5-6 exempt) ends Dec. 15.
To register, visit All Star Sports, 3037 Hopyard Road, or online at www.pleasantonpony.com.
Travel team try outs, for ages 11-12 and 13-14, are Saturday and Sunday,
Nov. 15 and 16, at Foothill High School softball fields. Call 600-7669.
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
and third Wednesday monthly in the south building's west day room at San
Ramon Regional Medical Center, 7777 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon. Call 275-8414.
Cancer Support Group
Anyone facing cancer and their care person may join the ŌLiving Beyond LimitsĶ group
that meets from 7-8:30 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Thursday monthly
at ValleyCare Health Center, 5575 Las Positas Blvd. No fee. Call Ken Smith,
846-8594.
Christian Singles Group
Join us for lively discussion on the realities of being a single Christian.
Bible-based, supportive fun. All welcome. Free. Mondays, 6-7 p.m., at the
Christian Counseling Center, 25400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward. Call Julie Davis,
(510) 783-6629.
Diabetes Support Group
The support group meets the first Wednesday of every month noon-1 p.m. at Valley
Memorial Hospital, 1111 E. Stanley Blvd., Room 224, Livermore. Call 373-4166.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program
Valley Community Health CenterÕs Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program provides low-cost
treatment and counseling for adults and teens. Fall openings are available
to anyone, regardless of income, at ongoing evening individual and group sessions.
Some daytime hours are available. Call Rick Eastman (9 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Friday),
201-6215.
Family Support Group
This ongoing support group for care givers and family members of people with
chronic or terminal illnesses meets from 7:30-9 p.m. the first and third
Monday at Hope Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Dublin. Call 829-8770.
Grief in the Workplace
Hope Hospice offers education and support for managers, employees and human
resource specialists coping with a terminal illness, the death of an employee
or grief due to the loss of a loved one. This seminar is offered upon request
and without cost to Tri-Valley businesses at workplaces. Call 829-8770.
Grief Support for Seniors
This program offers seniors a place to meet with others who have experienced
the death of a loved one. It meets at 10-11:30 a.m., on the first Wednesday
monthly, at the Livermore Senior Services Center, 2466 Eighth St., Livermore.
No fee, but donations accepted. Call 829-8770.
Head Injury Support Group
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. every fourth Thursday of the month at Harvey Chiropractic
Center, 2610 Crow Canyon Road, Suite 110, San Ramon. Call Jo Ann Swift, 443-4366.
HIV-AIDS Care Givers Support Group
The group meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. every Monday at Valley Community Health CenterÕs
AIDS Project, 4341 Railroad Ave. Call Regina, 201-6088.
Live Beat Dads
Fathers who are raising their children meet at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 1550 Springtown
Blvd., #7E, Livermore, for discussions and speakers on fathersÕ and childrenÕs
rights, custody issues, networking and fathering programs. Child care is
available. Call Pete, 449-8436, or visit www.lbduk.org.
Lupus Support Group
The group meets on the first Friday of the month 7-9 p.m. at Kaiser Permanente
Medical Center, North Building, conference room C, 7601 Stoneridge Drive.
Call 846-5767.
Men at Work
These meetings are open to men who are affected by someone elseÕs drinking.
The group is a part of Al-Anon and meets Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at
Valley Memorial Health Center, 1015 Stanley Blvd., classroom 1, Livermore.
Call 277-7661.
Men in Grief
This on-going support group offers the opportunity for men to help each other
when grieving the death of a loved one. They meet from 7:30-9 p.m., the first
and third Tuesday at Hope Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Suite 214, Dublin.
Call 829-8770.
Newcomers to Al-Anon
These meetings are for those who are new to Al-Anon, a support group offering
programs of recovery to relatives and friends of alcoholics. Anyone who is
affected by someone elseÕs drinking is welcome to attend the group, which
meets 7-7:55 p.m. Thursdays at John Knox Presbyterian Church, 7421 Amarillo
Road, Room H, Dublin. Call 277-7661.
Operation MOM
The group offers emotional support to families with loved ones in the military
and meets at 7 p.m., the second Monday of the month at Trinity Church, 557
Olivina St., Livermore. Contact Kristin, 443-7841.
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are held from 7-8 p.m., Thursdays, St. ClareÕs Episcopal Church, 3350
Hopyard Road. Call Lisa, 931-0994.
Parenting Again
This group is offers information and support to grandparents caring for their
grandchildren. Meetings are the second Saturday monthly at 5:30 p.m. in the
Fireside Room, Olive building, Valley Christian Center, 7500 Inspiration
Drive, Dublin. Call 560-6200.
Parents of Alcoholics
Those who are parents of alcoholics are welcome to join these meetings, a part
of Al-Anon. The group meets 4:30-5:30 p.m. and also at 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sundays
at CalFed Bank, 3101 Crow Canyon Road, San Ramon. Call 277-7661.
Parents of Diabetics
The POD Squad, a support group for parents of diabetics, meets 7-8:30 p.m.
the third Wednesday of each month at Coffee Beans & Bistro, 401 Main St.
Meetings are held September through May with no December meeting. Call 461-1170
or visit www.podsquad.com.
ParkinsonÕs Support Group
The ParkinsonÕs Network of Mount Diablo and the city of Pleasanton co-sponsor
a support group for the Tri-Valley area from 10 a.m.-noon on the second Saturday
of each month at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call 931-5366.
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Men with prostate cancer and their family are invited to a free support group
on the second Tuesday monthly, 7:30-9 p.m., at San Ramon Regional Medical
Center"s west day room, south building, 7777 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon.
Call Cynthia, 275-8429.
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. Call 455-6591 for
information.
Share and Care
This ongoing grief support group, primarily for those who have lost a spouse,
meets from 7:30-9 p.m., the second and fourth Tuesday at Hope Hospice, 6500
Dublin Blvd., Dublin. Call 829-8770.
Survival to Recovery
The focus of these meetings is for persons who grew up in an alcoholic home
or who were affected by the drinking of one or both parents. The group, a
part of Al-Anon, meets 2-3:30 p.m. Sundays at the Resurrection Lutheran Church,
7557 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin. Call 277-7661.
Temporary Restraining Order Clinic
This clinic is for victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. They
meet 5:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays in Pleasanton. Call Raeanne at 449-5845, Ext.
111.
Together LetÕs Cope
This ongoing support group for parents who have lost children offers a safe
place to grieve. It meets the first and third Wednesday of the month 7:30-9
p.m. at Hope Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Dublin. Call 829-8770.
Tragic Loss Group
A grief support group for tragic losses from suicides, accidents, homicide
is held from 4-5:30 p.m. on the first and third Monday of each month at Hope
Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Suite 214, Dublin. Call 829-8770.
Tri-Valley Adolescent Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
The Valley Community Health Center has expanded its Drug and Alcohol Recovery
Program to include Tri-Valley adolescents with substance abuse problems.
The comprehensive program is a 16-week series of counseling and education,
addressing many aspects of substance abuse. Call 201-6033.
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 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 931-5369.
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 Banks
Volunteers needed to assist with warehouse and office activities, during the
week or at weekends. Individuals or groups are welcome (children 10 years
and older). Volunteers also needed to staff both the year-round Hungry Hotline.
Call (510) 824-3663, Ext. 308 or visit www.accfb.org.
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.
Museum On Main Street
Volunteers are needed for the Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St., during the
week and weekends to answer telephones and greet visitors. Also needed are
volunteers who can give presentations to second and third grade students.
Call 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
Do you enjoy kids and like to read? Use your talents to help children love
reading by becoming a Booklegger. Volunteers are needed at the Pleasanton
Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call Penny Johnson, Booklegger director, 931-3405.
Tri-Valley Haven
Volunteer with the crisis hot line, legal clinic or sexual assault response
team. Call 449-5845, Ext. 110.
ValleyCare Auxiliary
Are you ready for some meaningful volunteering? ValleyCare Auxiliary may be
the place for you. Opportunities exist for floor service, information desks,
office, gift and thrift shops and the library. Call 734-3368.
ValleyCare Auxiliary Exchange Idea
The ValleyCare Auxiliary needs both Livermore and Pleasanton volunteers and
has a child care exchange idea. If two friends or neighbors with young children
join the Auxiliary, they can exchange babysitting duties. Both the working
volunteer and the babysitting volunteer get credit for hours. Call 734-3368.
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