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Publication Date: Friday, May 06, 2005 Calendar
Calendar
(May 06, 2005)
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.
Author Visit
Pleasanton Public Library
Meet climber Gregory Crouch, author of "Enduring Patagonia" as he chronicles
his obession with the Winter West Face at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 22, Pleasanton
Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. No registration required. Call Penny
Johnson, 931-3405
Towne Center Books
Meet author of----------- on-----------at--------- Towne Center Books, 555
Main St. Cost is ------Call Judy Wheeler, 846-8826.
Book Clubs
Century House Poetry Readings
Pleasanton Poet Laureate Kirk Ridgeway hosts Poetry Readings and an Open
Mike on the first Sunday on even-numbered months at the Century House,
2401 Santa Rita Road. Cost is $3. Call 931-5350 or e-mail PleasantonPoetry@comcast.net.
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. E-mail ilovetoread@sbcglobal.net.
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.
Towne Center Books
Several on-going reading clubs meet monthly at 555 Main St., including mother
and daughter, an adult group and one for youths ages 8-10. Call for time
and day 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.
Careers
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
May 17.
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 June6.
Dublin San Ramon Services District
The board 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 May 17.
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 May 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 June1.
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 May
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 May 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 May
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 May 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 May 11.
Class Reunions
Classes
Adult Ed Parenting Classes
Amador Valley Adult Education has many April and May parenting classes, including
Baby Sign Language for parents to communicate with their hearing children
using hand gestures, from 6:15-7:45 p.m., Tuesdays, through May 31, at
4657 Bernal Ave., Room 801. Call 426-4280 for complete schedule.
Amador Adult School
Amador Adult School is offering free classes including ESL, older adult,
parent education, GED, citizenship and enrichment classes.
Del Valle International Folk Dancing
Beginning and experienced dancers (partners not required) for Balkan, Israeli
and other world dances are encouraged to attend these casual classes from
7:45-9:30 p.m., every Tuesday, Livermore Academy of Performing Arts, 315
Wright Brothers Ave. (upstairs studio) in Livermore. Cost is $4. Call George
Pavel, 447-8020.
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 May 23, at the Pleasanton Senior Center,
5353 Sunol Blvd. Cost is $77 for 9 classes. Call Sue Evans, 484-0239.
Clubs
Abbie 4-H Club of Pleasanton
The 1st Project Expo is from 6:15-7:45 p.m., Wednesday, May 11, at Mohr Elementary
School, 3300 Dennis Drive, (Multi-purpose Room). Members will display handcrafted
goods and skills that they have developed over the course of the year.
Call Susan Wacek, 426-1769.
Amador Mothers Club
Amador Valley area families with children up to 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. 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. Call Phil Mitchell, 846-8815,
or www.amadorvalleytoastmasters.org.
American Legion Post 237
The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday monthly 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 meets 7-8:30 a.m., Wednesdays, at the Radisson Hotel,
6680 Regional St., Dublin. Call Charlene, 479-9810, Ext. 29.
ClubSport Pleasanton Run Club
The club meets at 6 p.m. every Tuesday at ClubSport, Studio 3, 7090 Johnson
Drive. Call 463-2822 or e-mail Coach Louis at Ikao@genretech.com.
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. Call Bill Evans, 249-1400.
Daughters of the American Revolution
The Jose Maria Amador Chapter welcomes genealogists of all levels at meetings
at 11 a.m. on the second Saturday monthly. 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
Beginning and experienced dancers are welcome for Balkan, Israeli and other
world dancers. Dress casual; 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.
Department 56 Collectors Club
The club is committed to enjoyment of the Department 56 lines of porcelain
collectibles while providing fellowship within the club and other clubs.
It meets 7-9 p.m. every third Wednesday monthly at Eden Villa, 4115 Mohr
Ave. Call Mary, 846-6145.
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 calendar event, visit
www.ebig.org.
Express to Success Network
This women's networking group meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the third Thursday
monthly at the Four Points Hotel, 5115 Hopyard Road. Call Karen Ferriera,
462-2776.
Hacienda Park Toastmasters
The club meets noon-1 p.m. every Thursday atTyco, 4280 Hacienda Drive. Everyone
is welcome. Call Kevin Crossman 598-5442 or e-mail keviin@kevdo.com.
Junior WomenÕs Club
The Pleasanton-Livermore club offers its members the opportunity to perform
community service, develop leadership skills, further personal growth and
education. The club meets monthly. Call 462-6519.
Kiwanis Pleasanton Sunrise Club
This service group meets at 11:45 a.m. every Friday at VicÕs All Star Kitchen,
201 Main St. Guests are welcome. The Foothill Kiwanis Key Club meets from
noon-12:30 p.m. Thursdays at Foothill High School. Call Vic, 484-0789, or
visit www.Kiwanis-pleasanton-sunrise.com.
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-Amador Genealogical Society
The club meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday monthly at Congregation Beth
Emek, 13400 Nevada Court. 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 a 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 monthly at the Pleasanton WomenÕs
Club at Vineyard Avenue and Regalia Court. Contact Paul Stahlnecker, 426-7867.
Order of Eastern Star
Diablo Star #571 focuses on charity work for cancer and heart disease and organizes
fundraisers and provides scholarships. Meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Monday
of the month, at the Orinda Masonic Center, 9 Altarinda Road, Orinda. Call
846-0995.
P-Town Street Rods
This family oriented, truck or car enthusiast club meets 6-9 p.m. the second
Wednesday and fourth Thursday monthly at Fiesta Taco, 1989 Santa Rita Road
in Mission Plaza. Call George Withers, 846-5550.
PDA
The Pleasanton Downtown Association 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.
Phi Delta Kappa
This international organization of professional educators of all kinds and
others interested in education meets at varied locations four to six times
during the school year. Call Pat Wheeler, 443-5526.
Pleasanton Art League
The Pleasanton Art League and the Livermore Art Association's regular meetings
feature demonstrations by nationally recognized artists, held at the Cultural
Arts Center, 4477 Black Ave. Call 462-5917, or visit www.pal-art.com.
Pleasanton Community Toastmasters
Club No. 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. the fourth Tuesday monthly 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 Hilary,
(510) 828-4748.
Pleasanton Kiwanis
This international organization of men and women that performs community
service meets at 11:45 a.m. every Friday at Vic's All Star Kitchen, 201
Main St. Membership is open. Call Vic, 484-0789.
Pleasanton Lions Club
The club meets for dinner at 7:15 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday monthly.
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.
Call Jan, 734-5261, or Cindy, 833-0106.
Pleasanton Mothers Club
The city's oldest and largest club for families with children, infants to
preschool, 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 at 10 a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month for coffee.
Call Munisha, 485-4875. Monthly luncheons are at 11 a.m. on the second
Wednesday. Call Jackie Roush, 484-2874, for location.
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.
PWBE
The Professional Women's Business Exchange for women seeking to enhance their
business meets at 9:30 a.m. on the first and third Thursday monthly. 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.
San Leandro Historical Railway Society
The club 's annual June open house and Model Railroad Show is from 10 a.m.-5
p.m., Saturday, June 11 and noon-5 p.m., Sunday, June 12, Southern Pacific
Railroad Depot, Thrasher Park, 1302 Orchard, San Leandro. No Cost. Donations
accepted. Visit www.slhrs.org.
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club
SnoÕFlakes Ski Club meets at 7 p.m. 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, dedicated to issues affecting
women and children, meets at noon the second and fourth Wednesday monthly
in Pleasanton and on the third Wednesday monthly in Dublin. Call 846-6644.
Tri-Valley Boardgamers
The group meets 6:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays at different homes to play a wide
variety of board and card games. Prior experience not necessary. Low-key
competition. Visit http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/trivalleygamers.
Tri-Valley Fly Fishers
The club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday monthly at the Livermore Rod
and Gun Club, 40000 Dagnino Road, Livermore. Visit www.tri-valleyflyfishers.org
or call Bob McCollum, 931-0870.
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 a wide range of support services
for mothers of twins, triplets and multiples. Call 948-0004.
V.F.W. Auxiliary
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 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
Events
Alameda County Fairgrounds
The Hawaiian May Day Festival is May 7 and the Spa, Pool and Patio Expo is
the week-end of May 13-15. Admission and times varies; $8 parking. For
details visit www.alamedacountyfair.com or call 426-7600.
Antiques Faire
The semi-annual Downtown Pleasanton Antiques Street Faire, sponsored by the
Pleasanton Downtown Association and Frate and Associates, is from 8 a.m.-
4 p.m., Sunday, May 29, on Main Street. Call 484-2199 or visit www.pleasantondowntown.net.
Film, Video and Multimedia Festival
This 4th annual Ohlone College event will feature the works of independent
filmakers and is slated for 1 p.m., Saturday, May 21, Smith Center, 43600
Mission Blvd., Fremont. Cost is $12/adults $8/ students. Call (510) 659-6031
or visit www.ohlonefilmfestival.com.
Friday Concerts in the Park
Rock n' roll group, the Silicon Valley Houserockers is the season opener
from 7-8:30 p.m., Friday, June 3, Lions Wayside Park, 4401 First St. Bring
a blanket and picnic dinner. No alcoholic beverages or plastic tarps allowed.
Visit www.pleasantondowntown.net.
Grand Opening of Bray Commons
The ribbon cutting of this new park will be followed by the dedication of
a Peace Pole from Bray, Ireland at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 7, located on
the corner of Keegan Street and Maguire Way in the Dublin Ranch development.
Check for the many features of Bray Commons by calling Lorri Polon, 556-4500.
Muscle Car, Hot Rod and Art Fair
This event, presented by Hats Off America in conjunction with the Biletnikoff
Foundation, will be held from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday -Sunday, May 21-22,
at the corner of Bollinger Canyon Road and Camino Ramon, San Ramon. No
Cost. Children are welcome. No pets. Call Sparky George, 855-1950.
Opera in the Vineyard
The event is sponsored by Livermore Valley Opera and Guild and is scheduled
from 5-8 p.m., Sunday, June 26, Cedar Mountain Winery, 7000 Tesla Road,
Livermore. Cost is $25. A drawing and silent auction is featured. Call
960-9210 or visit www.LivermoreValleyOpera.org.
Pleasanton Art League and Livermore Art Association
The joint May monthly meeting is open to the public and slated for 7:30 p.m.,
Monday, May 23, Sonoma School, 543 Sonoma Ave. Guest speaker is Joy Lilly,
a silk painter, quilt maker, and fabric painter. Call Sally Haig, 931-0522
or visit www.pal-art.com.
Pleasanton Historic Homes Stroll
This self-guided tour of ten vintage homes benefits Hope Hospice and the
Museum on Main Street. It is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, May
14. Cost is $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the tour. Maps will be
provided. Tickets are sold at the Museum on Main Street, 603 Main St.,
and Hope Hospice Shoppe, 400 Main St. Call 426-3815.
Presbyterian Women's Spring Tea
The Tea will feature guest speaker Debra Nimmer and will take place from
1- 4 p.m., Saturday, May 14 at Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador
Drive. Cost is $10. Call Anne Emery 846-7156. All welcome.
Traditional Victorian Tea
Tickets may be purchased at the Museum On Main Street for this event taking
place at 11 a.m. and again at 4 p.m., Saturday, May 14, at the museum,
603 Main St. Cost is $25. Reservations needed. Call 462-2766.
Exhibits
Livermore Art Association Cooperative Gallery
"
Nature's Gifts," a display of flowers and gardens in all their colors can
be seen at the gallery from May 1 through July 1, 2155 Third St., Livermore.
Call Sally Haig ,449-9927.
Nicholas Charles Young
British artist Nicholas Charles Young, a plein air impressionist, has his
art on display through May 31 at Bay Books, 5698 Stoneridge Drive. Call
460-3213.
Young Artists Art Exhibition
Join the excitement of these young artists as they display and sell their
art for the first time from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday.-Saturday through May
14, at The Art Of Presentation,1987-F Santa Rita Road. Call 484-5123.
Film
Jake Memorial Charity Soccer Clinic
The event, hosted by the parents of Jake ( who died from Polycystic Kidney
Disease) is slated from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, June 11, Val Vista Park,
7350 Johnson Drive. Cost is $90 ( tax deductible). Call (800) 753-2873
or visit Keepersmit@comcast.net .
Fundraisers
Benefit for Children's Hospital Oakland
The evening will feature wine tasting, food, entertainment, dancing and a
preview of art, floriculture, hobby, and gem and mineral exhibits. The
event starts 6:30 p.m., Thursday, June 23, at the Alameda County Fairgrounds.
Cost is $40. Call Lois Cox 734-5273 .
Creedence Clearwater Revisited Benefit Concert
Enjoy this private rock n' roll dance party at Camp Arroyo from 2-6 p.m.,Sunday,
June 26, at Camp Arroyo Meadow, 5555 Arroyo Road, in Livermore. Proceeds
will benefit this unique camp which provides respite for children suffering
from life threatening illnesses and disabilities.For tickets, tables and
sponsorships call 455-5118. .
Day At The Races
Watch the horse races at Golden Gate Fields Turf Club and meet new friends,enjoy
a buffet, participate in a drawing for prizes, while raising money for
the Senior Support Program on Sunday, May 22. Tax deductible tickets cost
$60. Call 931-5379 for information.
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.
Donate Cleaning Supplies
Help needy families who are guests at Open Heart Kitchen enjoy the pride
of their own shining homes by donating cleaning supplies. Call Tina Gregory,
580-1619 or visit http://openheartkitchen.org/seasonal.html .
Flea Market
All funds from the flea market benefits the Activities Fund for Seniors and
is slated from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, May 21, Ridge View Commons, Senior
Complex, 5200 Case Ave.
Golf Tournament and Dinner Auction
The fourth annual PAR (Providing Autism Research) 4 Kid's Sake Golf Tournament
and Dinner Auction is slated for Monday, June 13. To attend, participate,
donate or sponsor, visit www.par4kidssake.org or make checks out to M.I.N.D.
Institute, PAR 4 Kids Sake, c/o John Matthais,180 Valley Way, Roseville,
California, 95678.
John Lee Sanders Benefit Concert
This concert event, to benefit the Mount Cross Christian Camp, will feature
blues, gospel, classical and contemporary music and is slated from 7-9
p.m., Thursday, May 26, Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road. Cost
is $15.00. Call George Withers, 846-5550.
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.
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.
Ride the Wine Train
This wine train event will feature riding the historic Niles Canyon Railway,
wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, desserts and more and will benefit the Livermore
Rotary Scholarship Fund. It is slated for 3 p.m., Saturday, May 7, at the
Sunol Railroad Station. Cost varies. Call 447-4300 or purchase tickets
at the railroad station the day of the event.
Health
American Red Cross May Blood Drive
There are two locations for the May Mobile Blood Drive: 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesday,
May 24, at Advantage Sales & Marketing, 5064 Franklin Drive and Tuesdays-Saturdays,
Pleasanton Blood Center, 5556-B Springdale Ave. Call (800) 448-3543.
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 Immunization Clinic
Axis Community Health, which provides medical care, mental health and addiction
counseling and classes for adults and teens, has immunization clinic for
children of low-income or uninsured families at 4361 Railroad Ave. Call
for schedule information 462-1755.
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.
Health Workshops
Free health workshops are held at 6:30 p.m. on the first three Wednesdays
monthly, discussing stress reduction, nutrition, and ball exercise at Harvey
Chiropractic Center, 2610 Crow Canyon Road, Suite 110, San Ramon. Call
Diana or Sue, 820-1202.
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.
Holiday
Kids & Teens
Chinese Culture Summer Camp
Students will study Chinese language and have many unique experiences and
opportunities in China. The camp runs from July 12- 30. Cost is $1600 plus
$100 registration fee. Call Wendy, 249-0718 or Gui Qiu, 890-4683 or e-mail,
cacc@caccusa.org.
Passport to Pleasanton Festival
This free festival, hosted by the Pleasanton PTA Council, is for children
and their families, and will consist of visiting booths of foreign countries,
crafts, dancing and other native activities. It will take place10 a.m.-noon,
Saturday, May 7, Amador Valley High School, Multipurpose room. Call Debbie,
846-3257 or visit look49@comcast.net.
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.
Sports Camp
The camp offers professional individual instruction, games, competitions,
and fun activities for youth ages 6-12 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., June 27-30,
Pleasanton Sports and Recreation Park, 5800 Parkside Drive. Cost is $215.
Call Steve 922-2255 or www.Sportstime.com.
The Library Presents 'Colibri'
Children of all ages and their families are welcome to interact with this
Latin musical duo "Colibri" at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 7, in the Pleasanton
Library Meeting Room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. No cost. No registration is required.
Call 931-3400 ext. 8.
Wildlife & Books
This free, hour-long program combines live, urban wildlife with a book talk
and is suitable for children in first grade and older. It is scheduled
2 p.m., Saturday, May 28, Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. No registration
is required. Call 931-3400 Ext. 8 or visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/library-children.html
Youth and Teen Summer Fun
The San Ramon Valley YMCA and Mount Diablo Region YMCA offer day camps, water
sport adventure camps, a counselor in training program and in- state and
out of state caravan trips. Call 831-1100 or visit www.mdrymca.org.
Lectures/Workshops
Moss Basket Workshop
Create a hanging basket of perennial and annual flowers at 10 a.m., Saturday,
May 21, Western Garden Nursery, 2756 Vineyard Ave. Cost of $45 will include
everything you need. Preregistration and payment is required. Call 462-1760.
Planning Ahead
Explore the answers to questions regarding advance funeral planning, costs
and memorial service options from 10:15 a.m.-noon, Tuesday, May 10, Pleasanton
Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Cost is $1.25/residents $1.75/non-residents.
Call 931-5365.
Solutions For Children
This seminar, given by Susan Barton of Barton Reading and Spelling System,
is geared for those assisting children who struggle with reading, spelling
and writing and scheduled from 7-9:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 17 in the Large
Meeting Room at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3400.
No Cost
The Business of Show Business
Actress/model Kathleen Fury, will discuss how to achieve success and what
to look out for in the business of show business from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday,
May 21, ICV Digital Media, 3908 Valley Ave. Cost is $150 advance seating.
Call (510) 617-0708 or (866) 328-5583. Reservations necessary.
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. No cover charge. Call 846-8106.
50th Anniversary Celebration
The Livermore-Amador Valley League of Women Voters will celebrate their 50th
anniversary from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 4 at Four Points
Sheraton Hotel, 5115 Hopyard Road. Past members are also invited. Call
Bernice Oakley, 846-4038.
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. Contact the City of PleasantonÕs Transportation Systems
Management coordinator at 931-5039.
Genealogy
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.
Mt. Wanda Bird Walk
The walkers will meet at CAL-TRANS "Park and Ride" lot at the corner of Alhambra
Avenue and Franklin Canyon Road, Martinez. The event is slated from 8:30-11:30a.m.,
Saturady, May 7. Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Bring water
and binoculars. Rain or unsafe conditions cancels the event. No cost. Call
228-8860.
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
See adoptable dogs 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, next to the Farmers Market
on First and Angela streets. Adopt a cat from 1-4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays,
at PetsMart, 6960 Amador Plaza Road, Dublin. 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 for cat and kitten adoptions
1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; and noon-4 p.m. weekends. Dogs and puppies are
available for adoption on the second and fourth Saturday at Pet Extreme,
4500 Arroyo Vista, Livermore. Visit www.valleyhumanesociety.org or call
426-8656.
On Stage
'Hannah and Martin'
The secret lives of "Hannah and Martin" unfold from April 30 through May
29., San Jose Repertory Theatre, 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose. Dates
and time varies. Cost is $30 parterre/$36 orchestra/$10 child. Call (408)
367-7255 or e-mail boxoffice@sjrep.com.
John DeKoven's Comedy Showcase
Laugh it up as some of the best Bay Area comedians entertain, at 8 p.m. the
second and fourth Wednesday of every month at Main Street Brewery, 830
Main St. Adult language; $5 cover charge. Call 462-8218 or visit www.trivalleycomedy.com.
The next show is May 11.
Rueibin Chen Concert
Internationally celebrated classical pianist, Rueibin Chen, will perform
at 8 p.m., Friday, May 20 at Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road. Cost
is $12, $18 and $25.VIP tickets are $50. Call 931-3444 or visit www.civicartstickets.org
Political Notes
Brian Arkin To Speak
Pleasanton City Council candidate Brian Arkin is guest luncheon speaker for
the Tri-Valley Republican Women Federated at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, May
12, Radisson Hotel , 6680 Regional, Dublin. New members and visitors are
welcome . Reservations are necessary. Call Marilyn Dubach, 485-9869.
Candidate Forum
The Livermore-Amador Valley League of Women Voters encourages the public to
air their concerns to candidates Brian Arkin, Dan Faustina, and Jerry Thorne
at 7 p.m., Monday, May 16 in the Pleasanton City Council chambers. Channel
30 will broadcast the forum at their announced times.
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
Box Office Brunch
The Dublin Senior Center hosts lunch and a free movie at 11:30 a.m. every
first Wednesday of the month, Dublin Senior Center, 7437 Larkdale Ave.,
Dublin. Call 829-6316 or visit www.geocities.com/dublinseniortrips. Reservations
are needed.
Daytime Bingo
Play bingo at12:30-3 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 monthly 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; Company is the comparable menÕs group. Both groups
meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for support, socialization and fun weekly
field trips. Call Angie or Norman at 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 other Thursday
at the Senior Support office, Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd.
Call Charlene or Jode, 931-5382.
Friday Night Dance
Join the crowd for ballroom dancing once a month at the Pleasanton Senior
Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Tickets are $6 for residents and $7 for 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, from 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 for residents and $1.75 for non-residents. For reservations, 931-5365.
Monday Movie Madness
The Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., invites seniors to watch
free movies on the center's big screen at 1 p.m. on the first and third
Monday monthly. 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. Fee is $1.25 for residents and $1.75 for
nonresident. Call 931-5365.
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 Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Regular Snappy
Cafe lunch is served at noon and meetings follow. For lunch reservation
call 931-5385.
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.
Seniors Drug and Alcohol Recovery
The meetings, for seniors only, are held from 2-3:30 p.m. every other Thursday
at the Pleasanton Senior Center Support Program Office Sunroom, 5353 Sunol
Blvd. Call Jode, 931-5382, Ext. 1, or Charlene, Ext. 2.
Woodshop Program
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.
Catholic Bible Study
The books of Colossians and Philemon are the topic of this Bible study at
7:30 p.m., Mondays, through May 16, St. Borromeo Catholic Church, Pope
John XXIII room, 1315 Lomitas Ave., Livermore. Cost is $10. Call Julie
Gallagher, 447-4549 or e-mail upcatholic@aol.com.
Faith Chapel Assembly of God
The church is located at 6656 Alisal St. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. with
worship at 10:30 a.m. Women's bible study is every Wednesday at 10 a.m.
and choir is at 7:15 p.m. Vacation Bible school is June 20-24. Preregistration
is required. Call 846-8650.
Lighthouse Baptist Church
"
Back to Basics" is the topic of this year's worship. Bible classes are offered
for all ages at 9:30 a.m. with church services at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.,
every Sunday at Second and Neal streets. Call 846-7220 or e-mail pastor@atthelighthouse.com.
Pleasanton Presbyterian Church
The church , 4300 Mirador Drive, offers two worship services: 8:30 a.m.;10:15
a.m., each with a distinctive worship style. Nursery care for children
under 3 will be provided at the first service and nursery care and Sunday
School classes for preschool through high school age children is provided
at the second service. Call 846-4436.
Tri-Valley Unity Church
Join the church and children's education services at 10 a.m. Sundays at the
Tri-Valley Unity Church, 6325 Sierra Court, Dublin.
Sports
Girls Just Play Basketball Academy
Girls: Sharpen your basketball skills by attending one of two camp sessions
from May 7-20. Session One: grades 3-5, from 5:30-7:15 p.m., Fridays. Session
Two: grades 6-8 from 7:30-9:15 p.m.,Thursdays at Pleasanton Middle School,
5001 Case Ave. Register at Pleasanton Tennis Complex, 5801 Valley Ave.
Call 931-3447.
Red Cross Sports Safety Training
Learn how to prevent and respond to sports related injuries and illnesses.
Classes are from 6-9:30 p.m., Monday-Tuesday, June 27-28, Red Cross Union
City Offices, 33641 Mission Blvd., Union City. Cost is $48. Call (800)
520-5433 or visit www.bayarea-redcross.org.
Tri-Valley Sea Devils
The Tri-Valley Sea Devils team is looking for year-round swimmers. Call Hope,
469-8495.
Support Groups
Al-anon and Al-a-teen
Al-Anon is a Tri-Valley support group for relatives and friends of alcoholics
that meets Monday-Saturday. Al-a-teen, a group for young people affected
by a parent, relative or friend's alcoholism, meets Mondays. Call 277-7661
or visit www.al-anon.alateen.org.
Bipolar Support Group
The Tri-Valley Bipolar Support Group, which provides peer support for people
with mood disorders, meets 7:15-8:45 p.m. every Wednesday at St. Claire's
Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Road. Call 560-0842 or e-mail trivalleybipolar@hotmail.com.
Breast Cancer Support
The free, professionally facilitated group is for women in any breast cancer
treatment stage; meetings are 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
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.
Caregiver Support Group
Meetings are held from 1-2:30 p.m. the second Monday of the month for people
caring for persons with Alzheimer's and dementia-related illnesses, at
the Pleasanton Senior Center Support Program Sunroom, 5353 Sunol Blvd.
Call 931-5389 or Jode, 931-5382, Ext. 1.
Chapter of SHHH
The Tri-Valley chapter of Self-Help for Hard of Hearing meets at 7:30 p.m.
on the third Thursday of the month at Valley Community Church, 4455 Del
Valle Parkway. Call Hiram Van Blarigan, 455-6591, or e-mail hvanblarigan@hotmail.com.
ClutterLess (CL) Self Help Group
Is clutter stressing you out? Clutter is a psychological issue, not an organizing
issue, says this group, which meets from 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays, at the Pleasanton
Presbyterian Church, Room 7, 4300 Mirador Drive. No meetings held on holidays.
Call 443-0766.
Diabetes Support Groups
Groups meet from noon-1 p.m., on the first Wednesday monthly. Also from 6-7
p.m. every third Thursday monthly and for diabetics using insulin pumps,
from 6-7 p.m. the second Thursday of every other month, Diabetes and Nutrition
Education Center, Valley Care Medical Plaza, 5725 West Las Positas, Suite
220. Call 416-6710.
Express to Success Network
This women's business development group encourages attendees to donate gently
used career wear and meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m., the third Thursday of every
month. Newcomer's information session is at 6 p.m., Four Points Hotel,
5115 Hopyard Road. Call Kim Pace 426-0593. No cost.
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.
Forty Plus of Northern California
The group is for professionals over the age of 40 who are unemployed or in
career transition. The free classes are held at 8:30 a.m.-noon Mondays
at 770 Edgewater Drive, Suite 626, Oakland. Call (510) 568-7587 or visit
www.fortyplus.org.
Grandparents Visitation Support Group
The group, for grandparents who have problems visiting their grandchildren,
meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Pleasanton Public Library in the small
conference room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Space is limited. Call Joyce, 846-6346.
Head Injury Support
This group provides support for brain-injured individuals and their caregivers.
It meets from 7:30-9 p.m. every fourth Wednesday in the Blackhawk Room
at San Ramon Regional Medical Center, 6001 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon.
Call Jo Ann, 443-4366.
Hope Hospice
The nonprofit organization offers a wide range of support groups, including
grief support for adults, teens, children; young adult support; tragic
loss; loss of children; men in grief; terminal illness; loss of parents;
and loss of spouse; among others. Meetings held at 6500 Dublin Blvd., Suite
214, Dublin. Call 829-8770 or visit www.hopehospice.com..
Independent Living
If you or your loved one need a personal assistant to help maintain independent
living, Community Resources for Independent Living can help with specific
needs. Call 371-1531; TTY, 371-1532. Visit www.cril-online.org.
Jobs Networking Group
CSIX East Bay, helping individuals in career transitions, meets from 1-3:30
p.m. every Thursday at WineCentives, 6040 Dougherty Road, Dublin. Cost
is $3. Call Doug Herz, 277-6600.
Live Beat Dads
Fathers who are raising their children meet at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 1550
Springtown Blvd., Suite 7E, Livermore, for discussions and speakers on
individual's rights, custody issues, networking and parenting programs.
Child care is available. Call Pete, 449-8436, or visit www.lbduk.org.
Lupus Support
The group meets 7-9 p.m. on the first Friday monthly at Kaiser Permanente
Medical Center's north building conference room C, 7601 Stoneridge Drive.
Call 846-5767.
Men at Work
This Al-Anon group meets from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays at the Pleasanton Presbyterian
Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. Call Tom, 417-7540.
Newcomers to Al-Anon
This group, for those who are new to Al-Anon and anyone who is affected by
someone elseÕs drinking, 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, offering emotional support to families with loved ones in the
military, meets at 7 p.m., the second Monday monthly 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, offering information and support to grandparents raising for
their grandchildren, meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Saturday monthly
in the fireside room in Valley Christian Center, 7500 Inspiration Drive,
Dublin. Call 560-6200.
Parents of Alcoholics
Parents of alcoholics are welcome to join this Al-Anon group that meets 4:30-5:30
p.m. and 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 monthly, September-May, at the Laguna Oaks neighborhood
clubhouse. 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.
Prostate Cancer Survivors
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 the Kaiser offices, 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 846-7460.
R-Quest
R-Quest is a nonprofit professional counseling agency that serves to help
teens and adults overcome addiction to alcohol, drugs,eating disorders
or mental health issues, located at 40 California Ave.,Suite H. Walk-in's
are welcome. Free alcohol screening. Call 426-0501 or visit www.rquest.org.
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.
Six Sigma Lean Enterprise Practitioners
Members of this group should have Six-Sigma, Lean or Project Management experience
to discuss real world challenges. The group meets at 7 p.m., premeeting
is at 6:30 p.m., every fourth Wednesday of the month, Winecentives, 6040
Dougherty Road, Dublin. Call 485-1699 or visit fredlafontaine@yahoo.com.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Foster Homes Needed
Valley Humane Society, 273 Spring St., is urgently seeking temporary homes
for rescued kittens, puppies, cats and dogs. Food and medical expenses
are provided. Also needed are Adoption Volunteer Coordinators and Counselors.
Call 426-8656 or visit www.valleyhumane.org.
Jewish Community Federation
Jewish Community Federation of the Great East Bay offers opportunities to
volunteer within the community, such as serving meals, tutoring children
and serving on Jewish agency committees or boards. Call (510) 839-2900,
Ext. 261.
Livermore VA Hospital
The hospital seeks goods to entertain patients, sponsorships, special daily
services and volunteers for the information desk. Also volunteer golf cart
drivers and recreation assistants are needed. Call Ginny De Guzman, 373-4700,
Ext. 35360.
Museum Volunteer Coffee
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. Call
Heather, 462-2766.
Pleasanton Public Library
Adult volunteers are needed for the Booklegger program, promoting reading
in grades K-8, at the library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call Penny Johnson,
931-3405.
Senior Center Volunteers
The Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., has an array of day time
volunteer opportunities available to adults of any age including receptionist,
bingo caller, teacher's aide and lunch program assistant. Call Raymond
Figueroa, 931-5366.
Tri-Valley Haven
The Haven is a nonprofit organization helping women and children through
its shelters, food pantry and programs. Volunteers are urgently needed
for the crisis hotline, legal clinic, sexual assault response team and
child care. Call 449-5845, Ext. 111.
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