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Publication Date: Friday, January 30, 2004 Calendar
Calendar
(January 30, 2004)
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.
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. Contact Pam Grove for appointment, 462-4205, or 866-4003 or visit
www.valleyconcertchorale.org.
Book Clubs
Author Visits
Upcoming author appearances include Gary Bogue, author of "The Raccoon Next
Store," and Neil Hayes, author of "When Game Stands Tall," at the Pleasanton
Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., 7 p.m., Monday, Feb. 2.
Century House Poetry Readings
The poetry reading series will be held from 1-3 p.m. on the first Sunday on
even-numbered months at the Century, 2401 Santa Rita Road. The next meeting
is Sunday, Feb. 1, with guest poets Gayle Eleanor and Robert McNally. 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.
Mother and Daughter Book Club
The club meets at 6:30 p.m., the third Wednesday monthly at Towne Center Books,
555 Main St., and is open to girls 10-12 years and their mothers or other
adult female. The February selection is "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke. Call
846-9974.
Online Book Club
The Pleasanton Public Library offers an online book club. Members read the
first few chapters of a book before it is released and can 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.
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
The club meets at 7 p.m., the second Wednesday monthly at Coffee Beans and
Bistro, 401 Main St. The February selection is "Touching My Father's Soul" by
Jamling Tenzing Norgay. Call 846-9974.
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 next meeting is Feb.
3.
Civic Arts Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of the month in the City
Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb. 2.
Dublin San Ramon Services District
The board of directors for the DSRSD meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first and third
Tuesday of every month in the district office board room, 7051 Dublin Blvd.
The next meeting is Feb. 3.
Housing Commission
The commission meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month in the
City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb. 19.
Human Services Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month in the
City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb. 4.
Library Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month in the Pleasanton
Public Library meeting room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb.
12.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month in the City
Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb. 12.
Planning Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of every month
in the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb.
11.
School Board
The Pleasanton Unified School District board meets at 7 p.m. on the second
and fourth Tuesday of each month at the district office board room, 4665
Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb. 10.
Youth Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month in the
Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. The next meeting is Feb. 11.
Class Reunions
Classes
Amador Adult School
Amador Adult School is offering free classes including ESL, Older Adult, Parent
Education, GED, HS Diploma, Citizenship and more. Call 426-4280.
Anger Management and Domestic Violence 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 monthly, at Pleasanton
Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. No registration. Call 426-4280. Topics are:
Healthy Values, Feb. 4; Respect, March 3; Successful Assets, April 7; and
Personal Integrity, May 5.
Meditation Class
A free meditation class and Bhagavad Gita lecture will be held 7:15-8:45 p.m.,
Friday, Jan. 30, at Downtown Yoga, 220-B Division St. Dr. Ramananda Prashad
will speak. Call 819-9983.
Parenting Teens
Valley Community Health Center offers an ongoing teen parenting class 5-7 p.m.
Thursdays at 4361 Railroad Ave., Suite A. The 10-week class is open to Alameda
County residents with children under 18 years old at home. The fee is $15.
To preregister, call Debra Eberhart, 201-6033.
Sharing Ideas for Parenthood
This ongoing class discusses setting limits and easing family frustrations
in a warm supportive atmosphere. It meets 9:30-11:30 a.m., Thursdays, at
Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. Intended for parents
of children ages newborn-12 years. $25 per semester. Call Ruth, 443-7140.
Clubs
Amador Mothers Club
Amador Valley area families with children (infant-5 years) meet 7:30-9:30 p.m.
on the second Tuesday monthly at the Sonshine Enrichment Center Preschool
at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road. Children under 6 months are
welcome at the meetings. Call 927-2444.
Amador Valley Quilters
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 Mimi's Cafe,
4775 Hacienda Drive, Dublin, from 7-8 a.m. each Thursday. Its goal is to
improve communication and leadership skills. For first-time visitors, the
breakfast is free. Call Phil Mitchell, 846-8815, or visit www.amadorvalleytoastmasters.org.
American Legion
Pleasanton Post 237 meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of
every month at the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St. Call Rene LaVigne
at 846-7532 or Dan Soria at 846-7320.
Business Builders
This is a group of professional business persons committed to build each other's
businesses. The group meets 7-8:30 a.m., Wednesdays, at the Radisson Hotel,
6680 Regional St., Dublin. Join us for a complimentary breakfast. Call Charlene
at 479-9810, Ext. 29.
Daughters of the American Revolution
The Jose Maria Amador Chapter can help you find your roots. Meetings are held
at 11 a.m. on the second Saturday every month. Chapter focuses on community
and patriotism. Call Laurie, 846-3898, or e-mail dar_josemariaamador@hotmail.com.
Daughters of the British Empire
The John McLaren Chapter meets on the third Tuesday monthly. Newcomers and
longtime residents welcome to the join the group for tea and a chat. Contact
Joy, 462-5707, or Veronica, 846-4579.
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.
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 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 Garden Club
The next meeting will be at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3, in the multipurpose room
at Alisal Elementary School, 1454 Santa Rita Road. Christopher Stein, Wildheart
Gardens, will speak. Guests welcome. Call Bev at 485-7812.
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 Jolene or David Abrahams, 447-9386
or visit www.l-ags.org.
Mothers of Preschoolers
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets from 9-11 a.m. every other Tuesday. All
mothers with at least one child up to 5 years old are invited. The group
meets for speakers, crafts, snacks and discussions. Call 227-1301, Ext.120.
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 and
are held at the Cultural Arts Center, 4477 Black Ave. Additional workshops
give local artists the opportunity to work with top instructors. 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 Avenue. 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 Newcomers Club
The club will host a Newcomers Masquerade Mardi Gras dinner dance at 6 p.m.,
Saturday, Feb. 21, at Ruby Hill Golf Club, 3400 W. Ruby Hill Drive. $40/members,
$46/nonmembers; reservations required by Feb. 10. Call Gail, 469-6629, or
Linda, 249-0439. 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.
SAVOR
The Tri-Valley Civic Liberties Group, Save Our Rights, meets 10 a.m.-noon,
the second Saturday of the month at Livermore Library, 1000 S. Livermore
Ave., Livermore, in the meeting room.
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 Fly Fishers
The club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month at the Livermore
Rod and Gun Club, 40000 Dagnino Road, Livermore. Visit www.tri-valleyflyfishers.org
or call Jim Broadband, 455-1046.
Tri-Valley Horseshoe Pitching Club
The club meets at 1 p.m. every Tuesday at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501
Pleasanton Ave. The public is welcome to attend. Call 462-4283.
Tri-Valley Macintosh Users Group
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. 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
Norton Buffalo and Roy Rogers
Harp master Norton Buffalo teams up with Mississippi Delta-style guitarist
Roy Rogers at 8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 20, at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa
Rita Road. Advance tickets are $23 and door $25. Call 229-2710 or visit www.communityconcerts.com.
Pacific Chamber Symphony
The symphony's The American Radio Hour, a travel back to the heyday of radio,
will be held 8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 20, at Valley Community Church, 4455 Del
Valle Parkway. Tickets are $22 for adults, $17 for students and $10 for children
under 18. Season tickets also available. Call 484-9783 or e-mail info@pacificchambersymphony.org.
Events
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Events include: The Northern California Boat Show will be held Jan. 30-Feb.
8. Cost is $10/adults, $5/children 6-12, free/children under 6. For hours,
call 426-7559. Alameda County Spring Home and Garden Show, Feb. 13-15; Gem
Faire, Feb. 20-22; Antique Show and Sale, Feb. 21-22; and Tri-Valley Sportsmen's
Exposition, Feb. 26-29. Admission varies; $8 parking. For more information
visit www.alamedacountyfair.com or call 426-7600.
Annual Pleasanton Poetry Festival
Registration and submissions for the 3rd annual Poetry and Arts Festival and
Poetry Contest are being accepted. Submission fees postmarked by March 6
are $65; afterward it is $80. Forms available online at www.pleasantonarts.org,
or call Charlene Villella, 931-5350. The festival will be held Saturday,
April 3, at CarrAmerica Conference Center, 4400 Rosewood Drive.
Author Don Larsen
Retired Livermore educator Don Larsen, author of "I've Never Been an Old Man," will
discuss his book and the joys of aging, even during hard times, at 1:30 p.m.,
Tuesday, Feb. 3, at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call
Nancy Johnson, 931-3404.
Blood Drive
Foothill High School, 4375 Foothill Road, will hold a blood drive on Friday,
Feb. 20. Participants must be at least 18 years old (17 with written parent
permission) and cannot weigh less than 110 pounds. Call 461-6628.
Citizens' Police Academy
The Pleasanton Police Department is accepting applications for its 9th semi-annual
citizens' academy that will meet 6:30-9:30 p.m., Thursdays, March 4-June
10. Topics include SWAT, K-9, evidence collection, traffic, Community Policing
and animal services. Applications available at the police department, 4833
Bernal Ave., or call Sgt. Michael Collins, 931-5230.
Civic Arts Presents Series
Performances for the 2003-04 season include a two-piano concert by Mark Anderson
and Tamriko Siprashvili, Feb. 28; Fred Garbo's Inflatable Theater, March
13; Deborah Johnson performing Gershwin and Weber classics, March 21; vocalist
Karla Bonoff, April 3; and the jazz vocals of The Four Freshman, May 8. Call
931-5361 or visit www.amadortheater.org.
Community of Character Program
Local storyteller Andy Jorgensen will entertain with honesty-themed stories
at 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 19, in the meeting room at the Pleasanton Public
Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Stories include "The Emperor's New Clothes" and
the Chinese fable "The Black Mare." Call 931-3404.
Dinner with Tosca
Enjoy an Italian buffet, arias from favorite local vocalists, silent and live
auctions and more Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Livermore Valley Opera's "Dinner
with Tosca" held at the Shrine Event Center, 170 Lindbergh Ave., Livermore.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $65; call Delma Kline, 960-9210.
Make a Difference Day
Community members are invited to a Make a Difference Day meeting to learn more
about what individuals can do to make a difference in Pleasanton 7-8:30 p.m.,
Thursday, Feb. 5, at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave.
Morning Ritual
The Morning Ritual's monthly collection for new and gently used underwear,
socks and individual bath toiletries benefiting the needy will be held 10
a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 7, in the Amador Valley High School parking lot,
1155 Santa Rita Road. Call Mary, 484-9013.
Mystery Dinner Theater
"
Murder on the High Seas" is the next mystery dinner theater, seating begins
at 7:15 p.m., Friday, Jan. 30, at Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St. $48 (tax and
gratuity included) for play and three-course gourmet meal. For reservations,
call 846-8106.
Pleasanton Downtown Association
Upcoming PDA events include: Campana Jazz Festival, March 6-7; "Inside Out
Sale," April 17-18; and Pooch Parade, April 25. First Wednesday street parties
begin May 5.
Preschool Fair
The Tri-Valley Preschool Fair, sponsored by the Valley Children's Museum for
parents of preschoolers, will be held 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 7, at
Hart Middle School, 4433 Willow Road. More than 35 Tri-Valley schools will
be represented. Space is limited; strollers are not encouraged. Call Laura
Molnar, 846-7776 or e-mail laura.molnar@comcast.net. Visit the Web site www.tvpf.org.
Reading Aloud to Children
Jim Trelease, author and advocate of reading aloud to children, will present
a program of anthologies and favorite stories for reading aloud to children
from preschool to teens at 7 p.m., Monday, Feb. 9, at the Pleasanton Public
Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call Nancy Johnson, 931-3404.
Tri-Valley Sports Hall of Fame Banquet
The awards banquet will be held Thursday, Feb. 26, at the San Ramon Marriott,
2600 Bishop Drive, San Ramon. Cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m.
Business attire preferred. Seats are $110. Reserve seats by Feb. 12. Call
(510) 835-2131, Ext. 115.
Truffles, Tidbits & Tastings
The Pleasanton Downtown Association will hold a dessert and wine tasting event
from 6-9 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12, in downtown Pleasanton. Pick up commemorative
wine glasses and maps at the Rose Hotel, 800 Main St. No reservations required.
Tickets are $20. For details, call 484-2199 or visit www.pleasantondowntown.net.
Exhibits
Annual A.R.T., Inc. Members' Exhibit
The annual A.R.T., Inc. members' exhibit will be held through Feb. 17 at Adobe
Gallery, 20395 San Miguel Drive, Castro Valley. The gallery is open 9 a.m.-4
p.m., Monday-Wednesday and 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Thursday-Saturday. Call (510)
881-6736.
Ansel Adams Exhibit
The Museum On Main Street is exhibiting "Ansel Adams Photographs: A Family's
Collection" through April 24, at 603 Main St. The family collection of more
than 100 photographs belongs to Adams' granddaughter Sylvia Desin. Museum hours
are 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday and 1-4 p.m., Sunday. General admission
is $2. Call 462-2766.
'It's in the Bag'
The Livermore Art Association Gallery "It's in the Bag" will be on display
March 31 through April at the LAA Gallery, 2155 Third St., Livermore. Bags,
purses, totes, neck pouches and more will be exhibited 11:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday.
Film
Fundraisers
Auction and Crab Feed
Open Heart Kitchen will host its second annual auction and crab feed "Castaway
Hunger" at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Veterans Memorial Building,
522 S. L St., Livermore. For tickets call Tina Gregory or Valerie Davis, 580-1619,
or e-mail tgregory@openheartkitchen.org.
Cats Meow Toys and Fashion
Throughout January, the Cats Meow Toys and Fashion, at Feline Medical Center,
3160 Santa Rita Road, is holding a clearance sale, some up to 50 percent
off, to make room for new inventory. Proceeds benefit the Just Like New Fund,
a Valley Humane Society organization that subsidizes medical costs for pets
whose owners cannot afford the expense.
Donate Holiday Greeting Cards
The Transition Class, a vocational community-based program emphasizing independent
living, will recycle greeting cards into gift tags to be sold in a fundraiser
to help pay for class supplies and outings so students can practice skills
needed for independent or semi-independent living. Cards can be taken to
any school site to be forwarded to Anne Warner, c/o Village High School.
Foothill Band Crab Feed
The 23rd annual Foothill Band Crab Feed will be held at 6:30 p.m., Friday,
Feb. 13, at the Shrine Event Center, 170 Lindberg Ave., Livermore. Entertainment
includes a live band and a silent auction. For reservations, contact Sue
or Scott Wade, 462-4171.
Safari for Mobility
The second annual Wheelchair Foundation charity ball "Safari for Mobility," benefiting
those deprived of mobility in African countries, will be held at 5 p.m., Saturday,
Feb. 21, at the Blackhawk Museum, 3750 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. For
reservations, call Jeff Behring, 736-8234, or visit www.wheelchairfoundation.org.
Health
Ask the Doctor
Cardiologists John Krouse and Nabil Abudayeh will answer questions on "Taking
Care of Your Heart" on the Ask the Doctor television program airing live 6:30-7:30
p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 4. Viewers can phone-in questions to 313-1190, fax to
313-1185, or e-mail askthedoctor@contracostatv.org.
Digestive Disorders
Lynne Sullivan, D.C., will discuss natural and helpful solutions for digestion
problems 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Curves, 4555 Hopyard Road. There
is no charge. Call for reservation, 484-1070.
Exercise Classes
The Pleasanton Department of Parks and Community Services offers ongoing adult
exercise classes, including aerobics, strength training, cardio-cross training
and slim trim at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., and at the
Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St. Morning and evening classes are
offered. The cost varies from $3 to $4.50 per class. Call 931-5340.
Falun Gong
Falun gong is a low impact, slow motion exercise and is practiced 7-8 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday and 8:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday at the Tennis and
Community Park, Hopyard Road and Valley Avenue. The activity is free and
everyone is welcome. Call Jan Ren at 640-2061.
First Aid and CPR Classes
Kaiser Permanente offers a first aid and adult and child CPR class 8:30 a.m.-3:30
p.m. on the third Saturday each month. The cost is $45 for Kaiser members
and $50 for nonmembers. Call for class reservations, 847-5172.
Immunization Clinics
Valley Community Health Center has drop-in immunization clinics for children
of low-income or uninsured families 9-11:30 a.m. on Saturdays, Feb. 7 and
March 6, at 4361 Railroad Ave. Medi-Cal and Medi-Cal managed care programs
are also eligible. There is a charge for some immunizations. Call 462-1755.
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.
Women's Empowerment Circle
Join a women's empowerment circle that uses stories, music and meditation toward
self-discovery. The sessions are 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays through March 17
(except Feb. 11). Fee is $76.50. Register at the Pleasanton recreation department,
931-5340, or contact Sue Evans, 484-0239, or fitness-to-photos@comcast.net.
Holiday
'Romance is in the Air'
St. Augustine Catholic Church will celebrate a Valentine Mass with renewal
of marriage vows followed by a dance at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 13, 3999
Bernal Ave. Cost is $15 per couple and childcare is available. Call Ted or
Sue, 426-6025, or Mario or Aileen, 292-0581.
Valentine's Day Zoo Tour
The San Francisco Zoo is holding its annual narrative tour about the mating
and courtship behaviors of many zoo animals. Plus guests will enjoy romantic
refreshments of champagne, chocolates and specialty crepes. Tour times are
10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Feb. 15, 21-22. Tickets are $55. The tour is limited
to guests 21 years or older and reservations are required. Call (415) 753-7165
or visit www.sfzoo.org.
Kids & Teens
Celebration of Multiplication
The Golden Apple Learning Store is hosting its first "Celebration of Multiplication" at
10:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 21, at 4807 Hopyard Road with local authors. Reservations
are required. Cost is $5. Call 460-5163.
ExploraVision Awards
The annual Toshiba/National Science Teachers Association ExploraVision program,
designed to develop skills in science while helping K-12 students, will hold
its annual science competition. The entry deadline is Feb. 3. For rules and
entry details, call (800) 397-5679 or visit www.exploravision.org.
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.
Poetry Workshop Series
Open to youths to age 18, this series, led by Susan Wooldridge, author of "Poemcrazy:
Freeing Your Life With Words," will be held 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, May 22.
Call 931-3400.
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.
Science on Saturday
The Lawrence Livermore Laboratory's popular "Science on Saturday" lecture series
is held weekly 9:30 a.m., Jan. 31-Feb. 28, at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa
Rita Road. The lectures are free and seating available on a first-come, first-serve
basis.
Lectures/Workshops
Career Workshops
The Tri-Valley One-Stop Career Center offers career counseling on a drop-in
basis every Monday and Friday and resume critiquing every Wednesday and Thursday.
Call Tamara, 485-5266.
Childcare Licensing Orientation
Child Care Links will host a childcare licensing orientation meeting with information
for potential providers at 9:30-noon, Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 1020 Serpentine
Lane, Suite 102. No charge or preregistration. Call Pru Bartlett, 417-8733.
'Feel Good in the Body You Have'
This workshop will focus on helping preteens, teens and adults develop a positive
body image. Dr. Debora Burgard will discuss eating disorders and weight and
body preoccupation at 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12, at Hart Middle School,
4433 Willow Road, in the multipurpose room. Call 426-4280.
'The Energy of Money'
A book study of "The Energy of Money" by Maria Nemeth will be held 7-8:30 p.m.,
every Thursday, through March 4 at the Tri-Valley Unity Church, 6325 Sierra
Court, Dublin. Johnnie Woods will lead the class and the book cost is $14.95.
Call 829-2733.
Tri-Valley ROP Information Night
Pleasanton, Dublin and Livermore high school students and their parents interested
in ROP classes are invited to attend a meeting 5:30-7 p.m., Thursday, Feb.
5, at the Amador Valley High School media center, 1155 Santa Rita Road. Call
Ginny McGaha, 455-4800, Ext. 109.
Tri-Valley Women's Connection
Ken Jones, president of the Mt. Diablo Rose Society, give a special presentation
on the rose at this luncheon with guest speaker Wilma Pickrell at 11:45-1:30
p.m., Thursday, Feb. 19, at the San Ramon Royal Vista Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest
Lane, San Ramon. Reservations required by Feb. 16. Tickets are $17. Call
Jan, 462-9142 or Jill, (510) 582-2351. Free childcare.
Watercolor and Pastel
Artist Teresa Saia will teach a watercolor and pastel class March 13-16 in
the Cultural Arts Building, 4455 Black Ave. $270; register with Nancy Thompson,
462-5917.
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. 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.
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. Chris Bradley's traditional jazz band performs 7-9:30 p.m.,
Thursday, Feb. 19. No cover charge. Call 846-8106.
Union Jack Pub
Mayberry, playing a mix of both current and older alternative rock, will perform
9 p.m.-1 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 31, at Union Jack Pub, 725 Main St., for ages
21 and over. Call 462-5596.
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
'Singin' in the Rain'
Pleasanton Playhouse's production of this favorite romantic comedy musical
is now performing at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road. Performances
are 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m., Sunday, through Feb. 1. Tickets
are $28 adults; $26 seniors over 60 and $20 juniors under 18; for groups
of 20 or more discounts available. Call 462-2121 or order online at www.pleasantonplayhouse.com.
'Taking Sides'
Playhouse West will present the post-World War II historical drama "Taking
Sides," with performances at 8:15 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, and 2:15
and 7:15 p.m., Sundays, through Feb. 14, at the Dean Lesher Regional Center
for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Tickets are $26-$29. Call 943-SHOW
(943-7469) or visit www.playhousewest.org.
'The Three Musketeers'
Role Players Ensemble Theatre continues its 20th season with a thrilling adaptation
of the Alexandre Dumas novel "The Three Musketeers" through Feb. 14 at The
Village Theater, 233 Front St., Danville. Tickets range from $11-$20. Call
314-3463.
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.
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.
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
In honor of the 76th Annual Academy Awards, the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353
Sunol Blvd., will be showing past Best Picture Oscar winner movies on the
big screen, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 2, 9, and 23. Admission is free;
popcorn and refreshments will be available. Call 931-5365 for the movie selection.
Pancake Breakfast
The Pleasanton VIP Senior Club will host its annual pancake breakfast at the
Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., 8:30-11 a.m., Saturday, Feb.
7. The Reed Adams Yerba Buena Jazz Band will entertain with Dixieland music.
Cost is $5; tickets are available at the VIP Travel Desk at the center or
call Joanne Kelly, 224-9888.
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.
Shopping in San Francisco
Join the Pleasanton Senior Center for a trip to the Galleria Shopping Center
in downtown San Francisco, Tuesday, Feb. 17. Cost is $6 for residents, $7
for non-residents and includes BART transportation. Space is limited. For
reservations call 931-5365.
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.
Sweetheart Dinner and Dance
To celebrate Valentines, the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., will
host a dinner and dance, 6-9 p.m., Friday, Feb. 13 with music by the USS
Hornet Big Band. Tickets are $12 for residents, $14 for non-residents. Reservations
are required by Feb. 9. Call 931-5365.
Trusts, Wills, and Estate Planning
Attorney Dan Hall will discuss trusts and wills, as related to seniors, at
the next Coffee and Conversation with the Experts at 10-11:30 a.m., Tuesday,
Feb. 10, at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. A donation of
$1 for residents, $1.50 for non-residents is requested.
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 holds prayer meetings at 10 a.m., the first Sunday of every month,
featuring prayers from all faiths. All are welcome. For address and directions
call 485-9999. Visit the Web site at www.pleasanton-bahai.org.
Sports
Amador Valley Baseball Camp
The 2nd annual baseball camp for ages 9-14 will be held 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday
and Sunday, Feb. 7-8, at Amador Valley High School, 1155 Santa Rita Road.
Players from all leagues invited; space is limited to 150 players. Cost is
$125. Sign up at www.sportability.com/pnll.
American Little League
The league is accepting late registration online for the spring season for
players age 5-18 (as of July 31, 2004) at www.sportability.com/pall. Try-outs
for Junior division (ages 13-14) will be 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 1, at
Foothill High School varsity baseball field. For details, www.pleasantonamerican.org.
Annual Parent/Junior Pony Golf
The 7th annual Pony golf tournament will be held Sunday, Feb. 8, with check-in
by 8:15 a.m., at Las Positas Golf Course, 917 Clubhouse Drive, Livermore.
$99 covers both players' green fees and the awards banquet following the
tournament. Sponsors also needed. To register, visit www.pleasantonpony.com
or call Andy Nilon, (510) 915-1238.
Ballistic United Soccer Club
Registration times are 6-9 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 19; 6-9 p.m., Wednesday, Feb.
25; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, March 6, at the BUSC office, 6668 Owens
Drive, in the Body Max building. Online registration is available at www.busc.org.
East Bay Bulldogs
The league is accepting applications for boys grades 4-9 who are interested
in a basketball program for the spring and summer. Contact Paul, 570-1334,
or David, 227-6601, or e-mail dpersin@pclient.ml.com.
Lacrosse Clinic
A boys, grades 3-12, lacrosse clinic will be held 8-10 a.m., Saturdays, Jan.
31 and Feb. 7, at Foothill High School, 4375 Foothill Road. Clinic is designed
to help players rapidly improve stick work and shooting skills. $60; players
must bring own helmet, gloves, mouth guard and stick. Call Faith Tracey,
461-0462, or e-mail ftracey@comcast.net.
Open House Volleyball for Girls
Volleyball coaches from various club teams can meet players and parents, Saturday,
Jan. 24, at ClubSport, 7090 Johnson Drive. Ages 8-10 meet 1-2:30 p.m. for
basic of volleyball, no charge; ages 11-13, clinic and drills, $20; ages
14-17, 4-6 p.m., clinic and drills, no charge. Reservations are required.
Call 463-2822.
Pleasanton Girls Soccer
Registration times are 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 21; 7-9 p.m., Wednesday,
Feb. 25 and Thursday, Feb. 26; 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, March 2, at the Pleasanton
Tennis Complex, 5801 Valley Ave. Contact Susan Shier, 426-8224.
Tri-Valley Sea Devils
The Tri-Valley Sea Devils are looking for year-round swimmers. Sign-ups are
also being held for a winter stroke clinic for summer league swimmers. Contact
Hope, 469-8495.
Water Polo Spring Camp
Stoneridge Water Polo is accepting applications for elementary and middle school-aged
athletes, grades 4-8, for four three-week water polo sessions from Feb. 2-May
13 at the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center, 4455 Black Ave. Call 398-0712
or visit www.stoneridgewaterpolo.com.
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.
Bereavement Support Group
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month through
April 8 at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr. All are welcome.
For more information contact Mary, 846-5377.
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.
Chapter of SHHH
The Self Help for Hard of Hearing meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Thursday of
the month at the Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway. Call Hiram
Van Blarigan, 455-6591 or e-mail hvanblarigan@hotmail.com.
Christian Singles Group
Join us for lively discussion on the realities of being a single Christian.
Bible-based, supportive fun. All welcome. 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.
Grandparents Visitation Support Group
The group meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday monthly at Pleasanton Public Library
in the small conference room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. This group is for grandparents
who have problems visiting their grandchildren. Space is limited. Call Joyce,
846-6346.
Grief in the Workplace
Hope Hospice offers education and support for managers, employees and human
resource specialists coping with a terminal illness, the death of an employee
or grief due to the loss of a loved one. This seminar is offered upon request
and without cost to Tri-Valley businesses at workplaces. Call 829-8770.
Grief Support for 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.
Job Search Support Group
This group will help you with your resume, networking and provide support while
looking for employment at the Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway.
For future meeting times visit www.vccpls.org or call 846-6622.
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 at Work
The group is a part of Al-Anon and meets from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays at the
Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. Call Tom, 417-7540.
Men in Grief
This ongoing support group offers the opportunity for men to help each other
when grieving the death of a loved one. They meet from 7:30-9 p.m., the first
and third Tuesday at Hope Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Suite 214, Dublin.
Call 829-8770.
Newcomers to Al-Anon
These meetings are for those who are new to Al-Anon, 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
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.
Weight Management
This small group focuses on developing skills needed for healthier eating habits
and discusses self-care, body image and self-esteem in a safe environment.
Join anytime. Call Dublin Health Center, 485-9370.
Young Adult Support Group
Young adults can find themselves isolated in their grief. This group offers
peer support, an important aspect in combating isolation and meets on the
second and fourth Monday monthly from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Hope Hospice, 6500
Dublin Blvd., Suite 214, Dublin. Call 829-0868.
Volunteering
Alameda County Community Food 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.
Help Students Read
Volunteer to help tutor at-risk readers one-on-one to improve children's reading
skills. You will make the difference in the life of a struggling student.
Contact Christina Clark, 426-4231 or send an e-mail to Cclark@pleasanton.k12.ca.
Hope Hospice Crisis Support
Hope Hospice is developing a program to provide support for those in crisis
when a loved one is critically ill or near death in the hospital setting.
The program is designed to offer a hand to hold or a shoulder to lean on.
Call Doris Felton, 513-0356.
Jewish Community Federation of the Greater East Bay
Opportunities to volunteer within your own community. You can serve meals,
tutor school children, serve on committees or boards of Jewish agencies and
many more things. Call (510) 839-2900, Ext. 261.
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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