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Publication Date: Friday, December 17, 2004 Calendar
Calendar
(December 17, 2004)
Auditions
Harmony Crossroads Chorus
Harmony Crossroads chorus, a women's a capella barbershop-style chorus, invites
singers of all experience levels to join. Rehearsals are 7:30 p.m. Mondays
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 are invited to join this a capella chorus offering performance and musical
educational opportunities. Rehearsals are 7:30 p.m., Mondays at Lynnewood
United Methodist Church, 4444 Black Ave. Call 443-7464 or www.potofgoldchorus.org.
Valley Concert Chorale
Join choral singers who perform a wide range of music from classical to contemporary.
Season auditions will be held on Monday, Jan. 10 and 17, at the First Presbyterian
Church, Fourth and L streets, Livermore. Call for appointment. Contact Pam
Grove, 462-4205 , or visit www.valleyconcertchorale.org.
Author Visit
Pleasanton Public Library
Upcoming author visits include: [ names of the authors and the titles of the
books at the time , day ,date] at 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call Penny Johnson,
931-3405.
Towne Center Books
Upcoming author visits include Ayelet Waldman, "Daughters Keeper," at 7 p.m.,
Thursday, Dec. 27, at 555 Main St. Call 846-8826.
Book Clubs
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 at ctvbookclub@yahoo.com.
Comments or suggestions by e-mail welcome, or mail them to CTV 30, 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 Towne Center Books, 555 Main St.,
to read and discuss outstanding works of literature. The next meeting is
Jan. 25. E-mail ilovetoread@sbcglobal.net.
Mother and Daughter Book Club
The club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday monthly at Towne Center
Books, 555 Main St., and is open to girls grades 6-8 and their mothers or
other adult female. Call 846-8826.
Online Book Club
The Pleasanton Public Library offers an online book club. Read the first few
chapters of a book before it is released. The service is free. Join online
at www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library.html. Call 931-3400.
Poetic Medley
The group holds open and invitational readings of original work by local writers
as well as translations from noted international authors at 7:45 p.m. on
the second Thursday monthly at Barnes & Noble, 4972 Dublin Blvd., Dublin.
Poetry Reading
The club meets on the first Sunday on even-numbered months at the Century House,
2401 Santa Rita Road. Call 931-5361.
Purely Poetry
A poetry writing and critique group, with Poet Laureate Kirk Ridgeway, meets
7-9 p.m., the third Thursday monthly at the Century House, 2401 Santa Rita
Road. 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. 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.
Careers
Career Workshops
The Tri-Valley One-Stop Career Center offers career counseling, resume critiquing,
interviewing skills workshop, and more at 5020 Franklin Drive. Call for appointment,
485-5266.
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 Dec.
21.
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 Jan. 3
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 Dec. 21.
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 Jan. 20.
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 Jan. 5.
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 Jan.13.
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 Jan. 13.
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 Dec.
22.
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 Dec. 28.
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 Jan. 12.
Class Reunions
Pack 948 Cub Scouts
Pack 948 Cub and Eagle Scouts will hold a reunion for all pack members in February.
Come celebrate the pack heritage and the 75th anniversary of cub scouting.
Call Nancy denBroeder, 484-1976.
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
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.
Women's Empowerment Circle
A new session of Calling the Circle, a self-discovery group for women, meets
6:30-8 p.m., Mondays through Feb. 28, at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353
Sunol Blvd. Call Sue, 484-0239.
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. Infants under 6 months are
welcome at the meetings. Call 927-2444.
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. Breakfast is free for first-time
visitors. 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,
846-7532, or Dan Soria, 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,
479-9810, Ext. 29.
Crossroads Business Network
This professional networking group meets 7-8:30 a.m. every Friday at Fresh
Choice Restaurant in the Stoneridge Shopping Center. Membership is limited
to one per profession; membership openings available for a banker, florist,
travel agent, landscaper, veterinarian, pest control, office supplies and
dentist. Call Bill Evans, 249-1400.
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.
Del Valle Folk Dancers
The group welcome beginning and experienced dancers for Balkan, Israeli and
other world dancers. Dress casual; friendly teaching support is available
for line and circle dances. Partners not required. Group meets 7:45-9:30
p.m., Tuesdays at the Livermore Academy of Performing Arts, 315 Wright Brothers
Ave., Livermore. $4 fee. Call George Pavel, 447-8020.
eBig
The East Bay I.T. Group holds educational lectures, workshops and events for
members and interested persons on topics such as blogging, telecom and wireless
technology and more. Call 577-8454. For an upcoming events calendar, visit
www.ebig.org.
Express to Success Network
This new women's networking group meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the third Thursday
monthly at Four Points Hotel, 5115 Hopyard Road. Call Karen Ferriera, 462-2776.
Golden Bay Runners
A monthly potluck business meeting is held at 7 p.m. on the third Friday monthly
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.
Hacienda Park Toastmasters
The club meets noon-1 p.m. every Thursday at Mallinckroot Inc., 4280 Hacienda
Drive. Everyone is welcome. Call Charlotte Machi, 462-9765.
Kiwanis Pleasanton Sunrise Club
Group meets weekly with guest speakers at 7:15 p.m. at VicÕs All Star Kitchen,
201 Main St. This is an organization geared towards serving children of the
world. Call 484-0789.
Ladies Choice Investment Club
This group meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of every month to discuss educational
stock selections and investments. Call Sandy Smith, 516-8671, for location.
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's community room, 1110 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Call
371-4700.
Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society
The club meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every 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 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.
Mothers of Preschoolers - Livermore
This club meets from 9-11:30 a.m. on the first and third Friday every month
at Cornerstone Fellowship, 111 C Lindbergh Ave., Livermore. Call 447-3465.
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,
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. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and the education program at
7:30 p.m. Call Mary Switzer, 846-7342.
Pleasanton Art League
Regular meetings feature demonstrations by nationally recognized artists and
are held at the Cultural Arts Center, 4477 Black Ave. 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 of young professionals
also has mixers the second Thursday monthly at various locations. Call Becky,
212-9068.
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 Wendy,
398-0945, for location. Monthly luncheons are held at noon, with no-host
cocktails at 11:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday. Call Jackie, 484-2874. 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.
PWBE
The Professional Women's Business Exchange meets at 9:30 a.m. on the first
and third Thursday of the month and is for women who want to enhance their
business. Call Laurie, 895-2343. Visit www.PWBE.com.
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 at 7:30 p.m. on
the first Tuesday monthly. Call 829-6939. Visit www.nowwatchthis.com/savor.
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday monthly at the Brass
Door Restaurant (back room), 2154 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. The club
plans year-round activities for adults and families. Call 736-1751.
Soroptimist
Soroptimist International of Pleasanton/Dublin meets at noon the second and
fourth Wednesday monthly in Pleasanton and on the third Wednesday monthly
in Dublin. The worldwide group is dedicated to issues affecting women and
children. Call 846-6644.
Tri-Valley Boardgamers
The group meets on Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m. at different 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
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday monthly in room 8 at the
Livermore Adult Education Facility, 543 Sonoma Ave., Livermore. PC users
are also welcome. 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.
Twin Valley Mothers of Twins Club
The club meets on the second Tuesday monthly at John Knox Presbyterian Church,
7421 Amarillo Road, Dublin. The group provides support services for mothers
of twins, triplets and multiples, plus 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 monthly
at the VeteranÕs Memorial Building, 300 Main St. Call Ruth Lindhurst, 846-3040;
Gloria Stahlnecker, 846-5453; or 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 monthly at the Veterans Memorial Building,
301 Main St. Call Dan Soria, 846-7320.
Concerts
Scrap Arts 'Phonk'
This energetic show, featuring winners of the 2002 West Coast Music Award,
has gymnastic agility, percussion drive and eye-catching choreography and
is slated for 8 p.m., Friday, Jan. 7, at Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita
Road. Tickets are $15-$25 for adults, $10-$20 students. Call 931-3444.
Events
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Upcoming events: Christmas Tree retail lot, through Dec. 20. Admission varies;
$8 parking. For details visit www.alamedacountyfair.com or call 426-7600.
Wine Tasting
Crooked Vine Winery will be pouring free samples of the winery's 2003 viognier
and 2001 zinfandel from 2-5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 18, at Gene's Fine Foods,
2803 Hopyard Road.
Exhibits
Pleasanton of the 1950-60s
Ongoing exhibits at the Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St., include "Pleasanton:
The Wonder Years, 50s & 60s" on display through March 27. Hours are 11 a.m.-4
p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; 1-4 p.m., Sunday; $2 donation for admission. Call
462-2766.
Robert Rauschenberg
Posters Rauschenberg created for projects such as Artists Rights, Earth Day
and the United Nations campaign are on exhibit at Cal State University gallery,
25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward, running through Jan. 22, 2005. Free admission.
Watermedia Artists
An exhibit for four en plein air artists, including Pleasanton's Charlotte
Severin, will be shown throughout December at the Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery,
San Ramon Community Center,12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon.
Film
Presley's Country Jubilee
The Pleasanton Public Library will present the Presley Family in a recorded
performance at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec.21, at the Pleasanton Public Library
meeting room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. This free film is a mature adult program.
no registration required. Call Penny Johnson, 931-3405.
Fundraisers
Christmas Tree Recycling
Boy Scout Troop 941 will hold its Christmas tree recycling pick up on Saturday,
Jan. 8 for a suggested donation of $5, $10 for flocked trees. To arrange
for pick up, call 485-4383, or e-mail troop941@comcast.net. Funds raised
will help the boys go to camp.
Discover Christmas
The Discovery Shop's holiday fare, with decorated table-top trees and decorations,
will be available throughout the holidays from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. weekdays at
1987-A Santa Rita Road. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Call
462-7374.
Donate a Vehicle for Autism Cure
Benefit research to cure autism by donating a vehicle and receive a tax deduction.
Call toll free (866) 392-4483 or visit www.cureautismnow.org.
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 847-5172.
Just Like New Fund
The Just Like New Fund, which assists eligible pet owners with animal medical
expenses, is collecting animal-themed, nearly new items to sell at its "Litter
Box" table at the Feline Medical Center, 3160 Santa Rita Road. Call Jackie
Barnett, 846-2512.
Pet and Santa Photograph
Come have a pet and Santa photograph taken at 11 a.m. -3 p.m., Saturday, Dec.18,
at Puppy Playland, 2556 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Proceeds will
help build an exercise area for homeless animals. Call Tri-Valley Animal
Rescue, 803-7043 or e-mail events@tvar.org.
Quilts for Babies
Sewn, knitted and crocheted blankets are being collected for distribution at
the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at ValleyCare Medical Center and Lucile
Packard Children's Hospital. The blankets should be between 24 and 36 inches.
Call Cleo Foster, 426-4306, or Sue Connolly, 426-4307.
Recycle for Breast Cancer
Recycle cell telephones, empty ink jet and toner cartridges from printers,
fax machines and copiers to benefit Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Free pick up; prepaid envelopes and shipping labels are provided. Call Larry
Behrens, 735-7203, or e-mail larry@recycleforbreastcancer.com.
Tri-Valley Haven
A fundraiser for Tri-Valley Haven will be held at Vinny's 2 Go, 4001-5 Santa
Rita Road, on Tuesday, Dec. 21 . A portion of proceeds will benefit the Tri-Valley
Haven. Call 463-0280.
Health
Ask the Doctor
The television show airs live the first Wednesday monthly on channel 27 from
6:30-7:30 p.m. and discusses health topics. Viewers can fax, e-mail, or telephone
questions. The live call-in number is 313-1190. Send questions by e-mail
to askthedoctor@contracostatv.org or fax to 313-1185.
Axis Community Health
Axis Community Health provides adult, child and geriatric medical care as well
as mental health and addiction counseling and domestic violence and anger
management classes for adults and teens; fees are on a sliding scale. 4361
Railroad Ave. Call Rick Eastman, 201-6215, or e-mail reastman@axishealth.org.
Exercise Classes
The Pleasanton Department of Parks and Community Services offers ongoing morning
and evening adult exercise classes at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353
Sunol Blvd., and at the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St. The cost
varies from $3 to $4.50 per class. Call 931-5340.
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, 640-2061.
Immunization Clinics
Axis Community Health has drop-in immunization clinics for children of low-income
or uninsured families 9-11:30 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 8, Feb. 5 and March 5
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.
Pleasanton Birth Home
The center helps parents experience the birth of their child in a home-like
setting. A facility open house at 4441 Railroad Ave. is held on alternating
Thursdays. For the next open house date or individual appointment, 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.
Women's Guide to Osteoporosis
Attend this free seminar at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 16, at Physical Therapy
Specialities, 3908 Valley Blvd., Suite B, and learn to prevent osteoporosis
through diet, nutrition and much more. Instructors are licensed physical
therapists and medical doctors. Call 417-8005.
Holiday
Charlie Brown Christmas
Imagine Performing Arts' production of "A Charlie Brown Christmas," featuring
a cast of middle school-aged children, will be on stage 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday
and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, through Dec. 19 at 6620 Dublin Blvd., Dublin. Tickets
are $11 for adults and $7 for children and seniors. Call 551-5382.
Christmas Eve Ceremony
The ancient story of Jesus' birth is told through words, ritual and music at
7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 24. Also, a Burning Bowl ceremony will be held at 7
p.m., Sunday, Jan. 2, at the Tri-Valley Unity Church, 6325 Sierra Court,
Dublin. Call 829-2733.
Holiday Support
Axis Community Health's adult drug and alcohol recovery program offers outpatient
after-care and support throughout the holidays 9:30-11 a.m., Monday, Wednesday
and Friday, weekday evenings as needed, at 4361 Railroad Ave. Call Rick Eastman,
201-6215, or e-mail reastman@axishealth.org.
'Nutcracker'
This Valley Dance Theatre production is slated for 2 and 7 p.m., Friday-Saturday,
Dec. 18-19, and 7 p.m., Tuesday , Dec. 21, at the Livermore High School Theater,
600 Maple St., Livermore. Call 243-0927 or visit www.valleydancetheatre.com.
San Francisco Ballet Nutcracker
The holiday tradition will be on stage from Dec. 17-31 at the War Memorial
Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco. Opening night includes tables
filled with sweets, jugglers, magicians and the San Francisco Boys Chorus
singing carols. For details and ticket prices, visit www.sfballet.org.
San Francisco Symphony
The Symphony's holiday concerts, including Peter the Wolf, Colors of Christmas
and Choral Christmas Spectacular among others, are slated throughout December.
Tickets available online at www.sfsymphony.org or call (415) 864-6000.
Take a Break
Find a peaceful place to reflect on the gifts of the season at 7:30-8:30 p.m.,
Tuesdays, through Dec. 21, at the United Christian Church, 1886 College Ave.,
Livermore. Call Rev. Marty Williams, 449-6820.
Tsing Loh's Sugar Plum Fairy
Sandra Tsing Loh, of NPR's The Loh Life, performs a wickedly funny one-woman
show through Jan. 2 at the San Jose Repertory Theatre, 101 Paseo de San Antonio,
San Jose. Tickets are $16-$52. Visit www.sjrep.com or call (408) 367-7255.
Uptown Singers Dinner and Show
The Uptown Singers will perform favorite holiday songs, show tunes, and international
pop and cabaret at this dinner show at 7 p.m. , Wednesday, Dec. 22, at the
Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St. $48, includes tax and gratuity. Call 846-8106.
Kids & Teens
Family Read Night
Child Care Links' read night for families with children newborn-4 years meets
at 6-7 p.m. on the first and third Thursday at their office, 1020 Serpentine
Lane, Suite 104, and on the second and fourth Thursday at Livermore Play
School, 5261 East Ave., Livermore. Registration required. For Pleasanton,
call Kim, 417-8733, or Donnamarie, 249-3923, for Livermore.
Hope Hospice Grief Support
Orientation for parents or guardians of children and teens, ages 6 to young
adult, is slated for 7-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan.25 at Hope Hospice, 6500 Dublin
Blvd., Suite 214, Dublin. Appointments to enroll are necessary. Donations
accepted.To register, call 829-8770.
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.
Lectures/Workshops
Pruning Trees and Roses
Have all fruit tree pruning questions answered at 1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 15,
at Western Garden Nursery, 2756 Vineyard Ave. Also roses will be discussed
at 1 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, Jan. 22-23. Tips, demonstrations and handouts
are free. Call 462-1760.
Live Music
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.
Miscellaneous
ArtistsÕ Night
An ongoing ÒArtistsÕ NightÓ is held at Art Works Studios from 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays
at 2219 First St., Livermore. All artists are invited; bring something to work
on, critique, share or just talk. A $5 donation is requested. Call 243-0424.
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, 846-7320.
Dog Adoption Day
FOTOS, a non-profit volunteer group dedicated to rescuing and placing companion
dogs, holds adoption day noon-4:30 p.m., Saturdays at PetsMart, 6960 Amador
Plaza Road, Dublin. Call 417-2558, or visit www.petfinder.org/shelters/CA201.html.
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, 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.
Call Barbara Thomas, 294-9224.
Pleasanton Farmers Market
Shop for fresh produce, flowers, baked goods from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday
on West Angela between First and Main streets in downtown Pleasanton.
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue Adoption Days
Thinking of adopting a pet? See adoptable pets 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays,
next to the Farmers Market on First and Angela streets. Adopt a cat 1-4 p.m.,
Saturdays and Sundays, at PetsMart, 6960 Amador Plaza Road, Dublin. The shelter
is open daily 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Low-cost spay/neuter certificates available
online at www.tvar.org. 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. Cat 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
Will Durst and Friends Return
Will Durst's "Big Fat Year End Kiss Off Comedy" will be held at Amador Theater,
1155 Santa Rita Road, at 7 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 26.Tickets are $15-$25 and available
online, www.civicartstickets.org, or call 931-3444. The show is appropriate
for adult audiences.
Political Notes
Recreation
Parks and Community Services
The city department offers a wide array of activities and enrichment classes
for the entire family, ranging from art, aquatics and sports to health, horsemanship
and cooking. Visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/parks.html; call 931-5340; or
visit the office at 200 Old Bernal Ave. for an activity guide.
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. $1 for residents, $1.50 for non-residents, game cards are
50 cents. All card sales money is awarded. Call 931-5365.
Daytime Personal Computers Group
This group meets from 10 a.m. to noon the fourth Thursday of each month at
the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. $1.25 for Pleasanton residents
and $1.75 for non-residents. Call 931-5365 or e-mail pleasenior@yahoo.com.
DRC Club and Company
DRC Club is a support group and socialization program for women in the early
stages of memory loss 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.
Friday Night Dance
Join the dancing crowd every Friday from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Pleasanton Senior
Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Tickets are $6/residents and $7/non-residents. Reservations
are required. Call 931-5365.
Internet Access Workstation
The Internet workstation at Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., is
available for adults, 50 and older, 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 $1.25/residents
and $1.75/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 1 p.m. on the first and third Monday monthly. Admission
is free; popcorn and refreshments available. Call 931-5365.
PC Users Groups
The group meets 10 a.m.-noon on the fourth Thursday monthly at the Pleasanton
Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., 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 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,
attend a meeting and pay annual dues.
Senior Meals
Spectrum Community Services provides seniors, 60 years and older, with a noon
meal Monday-Friday at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., and
evening meal at 5 p.m. at Ridge View Commons, 5200 Case Ave. Suggested noon
and evening meal donations are $2.50 and $3, respectively. For noon reservations,
call 931-5385, and evening, 484-5131.
Woodshop Program
Woodwork with help from a volunteer assistant. The woodshop program is open
9 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays-Thursdays; 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fridays; 9 a.m.-noon, the
2nd Saturday of the month at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd.
Drop-in fees are $1.75 for residents and $2.75 for non-residents. Call 931-5365.
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 www.pleasanton-bahai.org.
Bereavement Support Group
This group of the Catholic Community of Pleasanton, meets 7:30 p.m., the second
and fourth Thursdays monthly and is for anyone of any faith.The next meeting
is Dec. 23 at Saint Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Drive.Call Mary
Hagerty, 846-5377.
Blue Christmas
This service of prayer, scripture and music is for anyone, of any religion,
who mourns or struggles during the holidays. Bring a token of personal loss
on 7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 21, at St. Clare's Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard
Road. Call 462-4802, or e-mail stclare@att.net.
Divorced or Separated Retreat
The Catholic Community of Pleasanton is hosting a retreat for persons of all
faiths at 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan.22. $10 cost includes lunch. Register
by Jan. 10, call Michelle 461-6300, Ext. 224 or e-mail kliable@catholicsofpleasanton.org.
Tri-Valley Unity Church
Join church and children's education services at 10 a.m. every Sunday at the
Tri-Valley Unity Church, 6325 Sierra Court, Dublin. Call 829-2733.
Sports
PALL Tryouts
Pleasanton American Little League spring tryout schedule is Saturday-Sunday,
Jan. 8 and 16, at Hart Middle School, 4433 Willow Road. Times are: age 9,
9-11 a.m.; age 10, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; and age 11, 1 -3 p.m. Register online
at www.pleasantonamerican.org.
Pony Baseball Registration
Final sign-up for ages 5-14 is from 6-8:30 p.m. at two locations: Wednesday,
Dec. 22 at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., and Tuesday,
Dec. 21, at Round Table Pizza, 1024 East Stanley Blvd.,Livermore. Bring birth
certificate. Call 600-7669 or visit www.pleasantonpony.com.
Tri-Valley Sea Devils
The Tri-Valley Sea Devils team is looking for year-round swimmers. Call Hope,
469-8495.
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 for relatives and friends of alcoholics. The group
meets Monday-Saturday in the Tri-Valley. Call 277-7661 or visit www.al-anon.alateen.org.
Alateen, a group for young people affected by a parent, relative or friend's
alcoholism, meets Mondays.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Women in any breast cancer treatment stage are invited to this free, professionally
facilitated group held 6:30-8 p.m. on the first Wednesday monthly in the
south building's west day room at San Ramon Regional Medical Center, 7777
Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon. Call 275-8414.
Cancer Support Group
Anyone facing cancer and care persons may join the ÒLiving Beyond LimitsÓ 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 group meets at 7:30 p.m., on the third Thursday monthly at Valley Community
Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway. Call Hiram Van Blarigan, 455-6591, or e-mail
hvanblarigan@hotmail.com.
Community Resources for Independent Living
If you or your loved one need a personal assistant to help you in your home,
Community Resources for Independent Living can work with you to find help
for your specific needs. Call 371-1531 or TTY, 371-1532. Visit www.cril-online.org.
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. 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.
Fibromyalgia and Arthritis
The support group "Living Well with Fibromyalgia and Arthritis" meets from
6:30-8 p.m., on the first Thursday monthly at the ValleyCare Health Library,
5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 270. Call Debbie Walker, 484-3747.
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 free to Tri-Valley businesses at workplaces. Call 829-8770.
Grief Support for Children
Hope Hospice's bereavement program for children and teens will hold its winter
session beginning Jan. 25. Enrollment is limited and there is no fee. Youth
participants, grouped by age, meet once a week after school during the eight-week
session. 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.
Hope Hospice
The nonprofit group offers a wide variety of support groups that meet monthly,
including parents who have lost a child, adults who have lost a parent, tragic
loss and children's bereavement, among others. Call 829-8770 or visit www.hopehospice.com.
Job Search Support Group
This group provides help with resumes and networking during the job search.
Meetings held at the Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway. For
meeting times, visit www.vccpls.org or call 846-6622.
Jobs Networking Group
CSIX East Bay, helping individuals in career transitions, meets from 10 a.m.-12:30
p.m., every Thursday at WineCentives, 6040 Dougherty Road, Dublin. Cost is
$3. Call Doug Herz, 746-0288.
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
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. Anyone who is affected
by someone elseÕs drinking is welcome to attend the meetings 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. Call 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 excluding December. 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
monthly at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Call 931-5366.
Pleasanton Senior Group
Not limited to seniors, this group is open to all grief issues. It meets 10-11:30
a.m. on the second and fourth Fridays at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353
Sunol Blvd.
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Men with prostate cancer and their families are welcome to Man to Man, a support
group that meets 7:30-9 p.m., on the second Tuesday monthly in the West Day
Room in the south building at San Ramon Regional Medical Center, 7777 Norris
Canyon Road. Call 933-0107.
Self Help for the Hard of Hearing
Tri-Valley Section of SHHH meets on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30
p.m., Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway. Refreshments served.
Call 455-6591.
Sexual Assault Support Group
Tri-Valley Haven's support group for women 18 years and older helps provide
understanding support for assault survivors. The group meets from 6:45-8:15
p.m., every Thursday. Call April, 449-5845, Ext. 126.
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 ADHD Adult Support Group
This group meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday monthly at Lynnewood United
Methodist Church, 4444 Black Ave. Call Pattie Tanner, 548-4247.
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 Bipolar Support Group
This group meets 7:15 p.m.-9 p.m. every Wednesday monthly at Saint Claire's
Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Road. Call 462-1248.
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 Jill, 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 Bank
Volunteers are needed to staff the Emergency Food Hotline Monday-Friday, 9
a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Call (510) 834-3663 or visit www.accfb.org.
Barton Reading Program
Volunteer to help tutor at-risk readers one-on-one to improve children's reading
skills and make the difference in the life of a struggling student. Call
Christina Clark, 426-4231, or e-mail cclark@pleasanton.k12.ca.
Child Care Links
Volunteer positions are available at the non-profit organization serving families
and children of the Tri-Valley area for 26 years. Stop by 1020 Serpentine
Lane, Suite 102, call 249-3905, or visit www.childcarelinks.org.
Coffee, Tea and Volunteers
Come and learn about upcoming events and special programs at 9 a.m., on the
fourth Wednesday monthly at the Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St. Local
historian Charles Huff will give a walking tour for museum volunteers at
the Jan. 26 meeting. Call Heather or Terry, 462-2766.
Holiday Gift Warehouse
Teen and adult volunteers are needed at the Tri-Valley Haven's holiday gift
warehouse for low income families in the Tri-Valley area. Three-hour shifts
available through Dec. 21. E-mail jenny@trivalleyhaven.org or call Jenny
Fraser, 449-5845, Ext. 111.
Hope Hospice Crisis Support
Hope Hospice has developed 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 829-8770 for volunteer opportunities.
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.
Livermore VA Hospital
Patient entertainment items, sponsorships, special daily services, and volunteers
are needed for the hospital's information desk. Volunteer golf cart driver
and recreation assistants are also needed. Call Ginny De Guzman, 373-4700,
Ext. 35360.
Museum On Main Street
Volunteers are needed for the Museum On Main Street, 603 Main St., for events,
the education project, clerical work, archiving and greeting visitors. Call
Heather Haugen-Rizzoli, 462-2766.
Open Heart Kitchen
Volunteer positions available at Open Heart Kitchen, a food kitchen serving
in Pleasanton and Livermore. 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. The group meets
at 4 p.m. on the third Tuesday monthly at the PDA office, 830 Main St. Call
484-2199.
Pleasanton Public Library
Adult volunteers are needed for the Booklegger program, promoting reading in
grades K-8, at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call Penny Johnson,
931-3405.
Tri-Valley Haven
The Haven is a non-profit organization helping women and children. Volunteers
are need for the crisis hot line, legal clinic, sexual assault response team
and child care. Call 449-5845, Ext. 111.
ValleyCare Auxiliary
Volunteers are needed at ValleyCare Medical Center. With nine volunteer service
areas in Pleasanton and Livermore, opportunities are available at the information
desk, office, library, gift and thrift shop. Call 734-3368.
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