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Publication Date: Friday, December 09, 2005 Calendar
Calendar
(December 09, 2005)
Auditions
Author Visit
Don Larsen
Don Larsen will present stories from his book, "The Prairie Tides" from 1-2 p.m., Tues., Dec. 20 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3405.
Book Clubs
Great Books of Pleasanton
This local chapter of the San Francisco Council of Great Books meets at 7 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.
Poetic Medley
The group holds open and invitational readings as well as translations from noted international authors at 7:45 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month at Barnes & Noble, 4972 Dublin Blvd., Dublin.
Writers? Roundtable
Across the River Writers? 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. Call Abrams 454-9516.
Boutique
Careers
B2B Power Exchange
Consider joining a leads group to develop your business. B2B Power Exchange will meet at 7:45 am, Thur., Dec 15 at Mimi's Cafe, 4775 Hacienda Dr., Dublin. Register online www.b2bpowerexchange.com/fees.htm.
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. 6.
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 Dec. 15.
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 Dec. 7.
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 Dec. 8.
School Board
The Pleasanton Unified School District board meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the district office board room, 4665 Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Dec. 13.
Class Reunions
Classes
Amador Adult School
Amador Adult School is offering free classes including ESL, older adult, parent education, GED, citizenship and enrichment classes.
Clubs
Amador Mothers Club
Amador Valley area families with children up to 5 years -old 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 Quilters
Meetings are held on the second Saturday of the month at 1:30 p.m., Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. All are welcome. Call Marion Kremer 828-5656.
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 413-1096.
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 Jenny, 484-1273, 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 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 or visit www.ebig.org.
Everything Poetry
Participate in a poetry writing, performing and publishing group on the first and third Saturday of every month from 9-11 a.m. at Towne Center Books, 555 Main St. Contact Cynthia Bryant at 398-8836 or PoetLane@comcast.net.
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.
Genealogy Society
Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society member Bob Dougherty will talk on "Genealogy in the Digital Age" 7:30 p.m., Tue., Dec. 13 at Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Ct.
Hacienda Park Toastmasters
The club meets noon-1 p.m. every Thursday at Tyco, 4280 Hacienda Drive. Everyone is welcome. Call Kevin Crossman 598-5442 or e-mail kevin@kevdo.com.
Junior Women?s 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 Vic?s 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.
Mount Diablo Rose Society
The club meets the second Wednesday monthly from 7:30-9:30 p.m. except July, August and December. Meetings are held at Pleasanton Gardens, Senior Center, 251 Kottinger Drive. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call Ken Jones, 829-4929.
Native Sons of the Golden West Pleasanton Parlor 244
The club meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday monthly at the Pleasanton Women?s 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 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.
Retired Public Employees Association
Meetings are held at 10:45 a.m., Thursdays, Emil Villa's Hickory Pit, 3054 Pacific Ave., Livermore. Reservations are necessary. Call Bob, 845-6563 or June, 461-0315.
Rotary Club of Pleasanton
The club meets at noon each Thursday at the Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St. Call 355-2564.
Sno?Flakes Ski Club
Sno?Flakes 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 Democratic Club
The club meets from 7-9 p.m. the third Monday monthly at 6250 Village Parkway, I.B.E.W. Hall, in Dublin. Discuss community outreach and hear from civic and party leaders. Open to registered democrats. Call 294-8037.
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
TMUG meets at a new location in Pleasanton at 7:00 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month, at Amador Valley High School, Multipurpose room( inside the library) ,1155 Santa Rita Road. Visitors 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.
Tri-Valley Woodcarvers
Tri-Valley Woodcarvers meet from 12-4 p.m. every Tues. at the Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. There will also be a meeting on the second Sat. of each month at the Senior Center. Call 462-6586.
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 Veteran?s 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
Cantabella Children's Chorus
Cantabella Children's Chorus will perform with the Las Positas College Choir 8 p.m., Sat., Dec. 17 at the Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Dr. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for students and seniors. Call 292-2663.
Jazz Musicians
The Justin Hellman Trio will perform 1 p.m. Sat., Dec. 17 at the Pleasanton Public Library meeting room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Program is free and open to all. No registration is required.
Lessons and Carols Candlelight
The Pleasanton Presbyterian Church Choir will present its annual Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols 7:30 p.m., Fri., Dec. 9 and Sat., Dec. 10 at Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Dr. Admission is $5. Call 846-4436.
Sixth Youth Music Showcase
Check out new local bands at Dublin Elementary from 7:30-10 p.m., Fri., Dec. 16, 7997 Vomac Rd. Cost is $5 for students with ID and $6 for adults. Snack and refreshments will be available for sale. If you have a band and would like to perform, call 556-4500.
Suzuki Strings Academy
The Suzuki Strings Academy will perform their Winter Concert 7 p.m., Fri., Dec. 9 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Rd. Admission for this event is free. Call 455-0161.
Wind Symphony
Duane Carroll will lead the wind symphony in a concert of winter seasonal favorites, carols, sing-a-longs and more 7:30 p.m., Mon., Dec. 12 at Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church, 49 Knox Dr., Lafayette. This event is free. Call 944-5392.
Events
Blood Drive
Asbury United Methodist Community Blood Drive wiill be held from 1-7 p.m., Fri., Dec. 9 at Livermore CommunityCenter, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. Call 447-1950 or visit www.BeADonor.com to schedule an appointment.
Cabaret/Dinner
The Uptown Singers will perform 8 p.m., Fri., Dec. 23 at the Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St. featuring special guest Robert Roger of "Man of La Mancha." Dinner starts at 7 p.m. To just attend the show, tickets are $35. Reservations required. Call 846-8106.
Lights of the Valley
Hope Hospice Lights of Celebration and Rememberance will be held until Dec. 31. Illumination ceremonies will be held during Nov. 14-18 in Livermore, Dublin and Pleasanton. Call 829-8770 or visit www.hopehospice.com.
Mitchell Katz Wine Tasting
Mitchell Katz is hosting a wine tasting featuring two new releases from noon-5 p.m., Sat., Dec. 10 at Mitchell Katz Winery, 1188 Vineyard Ave. Admission is $10 and includes appetizers. No reservations required. Call 931-0744.
Tapestry Women
Recognizing the need for women to meet together and encourage one another, Tapestry Women gathers from 9 a.m.-noon, Jan. 21 in the Fireside Room at the Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Dr. Women of all ages are invited. Call 462-4975.
Travel Around The World
Garre Winery continues its Travel Around the World Series throughout the month of December. All events are held at 6 p.m. on Fridays. Enjoy The French Connection with Twos Guys Jazz Duo Dec. 9; New Orleans Jazz Fest Dec.16; Christmas in Blue Hawaii Dec. 23; Spanish Celebration Dec. 30. Garre Winery is located at 7986 Tesla Rd., Livermore. Each meal is $34.95 and reservations required. Call 371-8200.
Winter Tales with Willy Claflin
Storyteller Willy Claflin will perform 2 p.m., Sun., Dec. 11 at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Free and open to the public. No registration required. Call 931-3405.
Exhibits
Winter
The East Bay SPCA is hosting an exhibit of paintings and photographs by Las Positas Community College students. The show runs until Jan. 27, 2006 at 4651 Gleason Dr., Dublin. Call 479-9670 or visit www.eastbayspca.org/events for hours of operation.
Film
Oil on Ice
The IBEW Hall will show "Oil on Ice," a documentary that explores the Artic Wildlife Refuge, 7 p.m., Sat., Dec. 10 at 6250 Village Prkwy., Dublin. There will be an optional fingerfood and hot soup potluck at 6 p.m. This event is free. Call 462-3459.
Fundraisers
Blankets for Babies
Sewn, knitted and crocheted 24- or 36-inch blankets are being collected for distribution at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at ValleyCare Medical Center and Lucile Packard Children's Hospital. Call 426-4306 or 426-4307.
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 .
Entertainment Books
Entertainment books are on sale for $25 each and are available at the Adoption Center, 273 Spring St. All proceeds go to Valley Humane Society programs. Call 426-8656.
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.
Santa and His Elves
Join Santa and his elves for breakfast 8 a.m., Sat., Dec. 17 at the Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Rd., Dublin. Cost is $5 for Dublin residents and $6 for non-Dublin residents. Proceeds benefit the Dublin High Irish Band Boosters. Registration begins Nov. 14. Call 556-4500 or visit www.DublinRecGuide.com.
Health
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.
Hospice Care Lecture
Learn how to make the best choice for the best quality of life for yourself or a loved one from 10 a.m.-noon, Tues., Dec. 13 at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Admission is $1.25 residents, $1.75 non-residents. Call 931-5369.
Mobile Blood Drive
Donate blood from 1-7 p.m., Fri., Dec. 9 at Asbury United Methodist, 4743 East Ave., Livermore or from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Sat., Dec. 17 at St. Raymond's Catholic Church in Moran Hall, 11557 Shannon Ave., Dublin. Call 447-1950 or 828-2460.
Winter Immunization Clinic
Axis Community Health offers drop-in immunization clinics for low-income and uninsured families from 9-11:30 a.m., Saturdays, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, and Mar. 4 at 4361 Railroad Ave. Call 462-1755.
Holiday
Book and Toy Drive
Donate books and new and unwrapped toys to Children's Hospital & Research Center in Oakland from Dec. 1-Dec. 20 at Coffee & Beans, 401 Main St. Call 922-0822 for specific details on donations.
Christmas Celebrations at The Pleasanton Hotel
The Pleasanton Hotel is hosting celebrations Christmas Eve and Chirstmas Day. A family dinner with Santa will be held from 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sat., Dec. 24. Price is $29.95-$32.95 for adults and $9.95 for children 5-11. Ask about the Christmas Eve Prime Rib Dinner for up to 10 people for $160. Call 337-6141. There will also be a Champagne Buffet from noon-4 p.m., Sun., Dec. 25. Price is $32.95 for adults and $12.95 for children age 5-11. Call 846-8106. Reservations suggested for both. The Pleasanton Hotel is located at 855 Main St.
Christmas Eve Service
Harvest Valley Christian Church will be holding a Christmas Eve Service 5 p.m., Sat., Dec. 24 at 3200 Hopyard Rd.
Christmas Services
Tri-Valley Unity Church will celebrate a Christams Eve Candlelight service 7 p.m., Sat., Dec. 24 and a Christams day service 10 a.m., Sun., Dec. 25. at 6325 Sierra Ct., Dublin. There will be no 8:30 a.m. meditation. Call 829-2733 or visit www.trivalleyunity.com.
Circle of Friends Christmas Brunch
Tri-Valley Women's Connection is hosting a Circle of Friends Christmas Brunch featuring musical instruments around the world from 9-11 a.m., Thurs., Dec. 15 at Wyndham Garden Hotel, 5990 Stoneridge Mall. A $15 inclusive fee is required. Reservations and cancellation is requested by Dec. 12. Call 462-9142 or (510) 582-2351 or e-mail trivalley.w.c@sbcglobal.net.
Holiday Luncheon
Celebrate the holidays at the annual holiday luncheon 11:30 a.m., Thurs., Dec. 15 at the Senior Center, 7437 Larkdale Ave., Dublin. Admission is $6 and includes lunch and entertainment. Advance reservations and payment is due by Dec. 9. Call 556-4511.
Holiday Pet Photo
To help raise money for local animal rescue groups and shelters, local pet photographer Lisa Hermes will be at Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center, 2000 Bishop Dr., San Ramon Sat., Dec. 10. A portion of the fee will be donated. Call 866-8387.
Joyful Exclamations
The Pleasanton Community Concert Band and The 91st Division Band are performing a holiday concert 2 p.m., Sun., Dec. 11 at Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Rd. The event is free to the public. Call 846-5897 or visit www.pleasantonband.org.
Mary Kay Holiday Boutique
The Mary Kay Holiday Boutique will be held from 2-5 p.m., Sun., Dec. 11 at 3934 Inverness Commons, Livermore. This boutique will feature Mary Kay gift baskets and Cookie Le Jewelry. Call 784-7433.
New Year's Eve
Celebrate New Year's Eve 5:30 p.m., Sat., Dec. 31 at the Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St. Price is $49 and includes champagne, starter, entree and dessert. Reserved seating includes a live band or DJ, hats, noisemakers and toasting champagne for $89. Reservations required. Call 846-8106.
Self-Help for Hard of Hearing
Join SHHH in celebrating Christmas and meet and get help from people with similar problems 7:30 p.m., Thurs., Dec. 15 at the Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Pkwy. The event is free and refreshments will be served. Call 456-6591 or e-mail hvanblarigan@hotmail.com
Songs for a Winter's Eve
MaryLee Sunseri, a national award-winning children's entertainer, will perform "Songs for a Winter's Eve" 2 p.m., Sat., Dec. 10 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3400, ext. 8.
Toys for Tots Campaign
New, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at Pleasanton Coldwell Banker, 5980 Stoneridge Dr., #122 until Dec. 16. Call 847-2200.
Kids & Teens
American Little League
Junior tryouts wil be held from 9-11:30 a.m. for children 14 years of age and from noon-2:30 p.m. for children 13 years of age on Sat., Dec. 10 at Sports Park Field D. Registration is still open for ages 5-12. Call 890-7679 or visit www.pleasantonamerican.org.
Family Read Night
Child Care Links reads night for families with children newborn-4 years old meets from 6-7 p.m. on the first and third Thursday of the month at their office, 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite 104. Registration required. Call Kim, 417-8733 or Donnamarie, 249-3923 for Livermore meetings.
Little League Registration
The Pleasanton Little Leagues are still accepting registration for the Spring season. For the American team, visit www.pleasantonamerican.org, Foothill team visit www.pfllonline.org or for the National team visit www.pnll.info.
NYC Midnight Event
Pure Girls will be hosting a NYC Midnight event from 6-9 p.m., Sat., Dec. 31. This supervised New Year's Eve party includes music, dancing, games, refreshments, prizes, and the countdown to midnight. This is a drop-off service for girls age 7-12. Admission is $30. Space is limited so call 485-4380 to RSVP.
Twilight Storytime
The Pleasanton Library is having Twilight Storytimes for children and families 7 p.m., Wed., Dec. 14, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3400, ext. 8.
Winter Break Camp
The City of Dublin is offering two one-week Winter Break Camp sessions Dec. 19-Dec. 23 and Dec. 26-Dec. 30 for students in 1-5 grades. This all day program includes crafts, sports, special projects and excursions and will be held at the Emerald Glen Park Activity Center. Cost is $161 for Dublin residents and $185 for non-residents. Register in-person at the Dublin Civic Center or online at www.DublinRecGuide.com. Call 556-4500.
Lectures/Workshops
Attracting Equity Investors and Lessons Learned
Technology Ventures Corparation presents "Attracting Equity Investors and Lessons Learned" from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Wed., Dec. 14 at Hilton Pleasanton at The Club, 7050 Johnson Dr. This event is free to the public. Call 737-5613.
Identity Theft
The Police Department is hosting an Identity Theft presentation from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tues., Dec. 13 at the Pleasanton City Council Chambers. Open to the first 100 residents. Pre-registration required. Call 931-5141 or email dharnish@ci.pleasanton.ca.us.
Stress
Dr. Lynn Sullivan will be lecturing on Stress at the Sullivan Chiropractive Health Center 6 p.m., Mon., Dec. 12, 268 Main St. Seating is limited. Call 484-1070 for reservations.
Live Music
Main St. Brewery
The restaurant, 830 Main St., features live music every Friday and Saturday night. Call 462-8218.
The Pleasanton Hotel
Live music will be from 9 p.m.-1 a.m., every Fri. and Sat. through Dec. 23 at The Pleasanton Hotel lounge, 855 Main St. No cover charge. Call 846-8106.
Uptown Singers
the Uptown Singers with guest Robert Roger of "Man of La Mancha" will be performing Holiday songs, Show tunes, Pop and Neapolitan songs 8 p.m., Fri., Dec. 23 at the Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St. Dinner is at 7 p.m. Cost is $54 including tax and tip. Call 846-8106.
Wine, Dine and Music at Garre Winery
Local artists are featured. A la carte menu changes weekly. Music and seating is available outdoors on the Cafe Courtyard. Indoor seating is also available from 6-9 p.m., Garre Winery, 7986 Tesla Road, Livermore. Call 371-8200 or www.garrewinery.com.
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 Pleasanton?s Transportation Systems Management coordinator at 931-5039.
Dog and Cat Adoptions
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue has several locations for animal adoptions: from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, Pleasanton Farmers Market at West Angela and First Street. Cat adoptions are from noon-4 p.m. at Petsmart in Dublin and from1-4 p.m. at Pet Food Express in Livermore. Call TVAR 803-7043 or visit www.tvar.org.
Free Reiki Healing Treatment
Tri-Valley Unity Church is giving free reiki treatments from 9:30-11 a.m., Sat., Dec. 17 at 6325 Sierra Ct., Dublin. Call 828-3143.
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 Jane Southwyck, 447-3898.
Job Search Support
This group provides help with resumes and networking during the job search. Meetings are held at the Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway. For times, visit www.vccpls.org or call 846-6622.
Lawyer in the Library
Free 20 minute legal assistance is available from 5-7 p.m., every fourth Tuesday of the month at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal. Six appointments are available, one per patron. Reservations by phone are not accepted. Sign up at 4 p.m., at the information desk. Call 931-3400 ext. 7 for details.
Open Heart Kitchen
Open Heart Kitchen provides hot meals to the underprivileged 4:30-6 p.m. Fridays at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road, noon-6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., Livermore and 4-6 p.m., Thursdays at Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 460 N. Livermore St., Livermore. Call Carol Beddome 580-1616.
Pet Adoptions
Valley Humane Society will hold two mobile pet adoptions from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sat., Dec. 10 and Sat., Dec. 17 at Pet Extreme in Livermore. You may also stop by VHS Adoption Center at 273 Spring St. from 1-5 p.m., Tues.-Fri. or noon-4 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Call 426-8656.
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.
On Stage
Comedy Wednesday
John DeKoven 's Comedy Showcase is every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at Main Street Brewery, 830 Main St. Guests are some of the best comedians in the Bay Area. $7 cover charge and 2 item minimum. Call 519-0280 or www.trivalleycomedy.com.
The Velveteen Rabbit
City of Pleasanton Civic Arts presents The Velveteen Rabbit at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Rd. 7:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 17; 2 p.m. Sun., Dec. 18. Tickets are $14, $18, $22 for adults and $10, $14, $18 for children 12 and under. Purchase online at www.civicartstickets.org or by phone 931-3444.
Political Notes
Recreation
Garden Patches Available
The City of Pleasanton Department of Parks and Community is facilitating a community garden in Val Vista Community Park and patches are available for lease beginning late Jan. 2006. Call 931-5346 or visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us.
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 at 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. $1.25 for residents and $1.75 for non-residents and 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 men?s 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.
Hospice Care Information
Christine Rowe of Vitas Hospice Care will share her knowlege of what resources are available to help make quality of life desicions for yourself or a loved one 10 a.m.-Noon, Tue., Dec. 13 at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Cost to attend $1.25 for residents, $1.75 non-residents. Call 931-5369.
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 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 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Call 931-5376.
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 from 4-6 p.m. at Ridge View Commons, 5200 Case Ave. Suggested noon and evening meal donations are $3.25 and $3, respectively. For noon reservations, call 931-5385, and evening, 580-1616.
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
Baha?i 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 Community Bible Study
The Catholic Community of Pleasanton has ongoing Bible study classes at St. Augustine Catholic Church parish hall, 3999 Bernal Ave. For details call Aggie Burke, 484-5020, ext. 21, or e-mail agburke@sbcglobal.net.
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.
Remembrance Sunday
As part of Tri-Valley Unity Church's 10 a.m. service on Sun., Dec. 11, there will be a candlelighting ceremony in remembrance of departed loved ones at 6325 Sierra Ct., Dublin. Call 829-2733 or visit www.trivalleyunity.com.
Tri-Valley Unity Church
Two services are offered on Sunday mornings: a contemplative prayer service at 8:30 a.m., and the regular church service at 10 a.m. at Tri-Valley Unity Church, 6325 Sierra Court, Dublin. Call 829-2733 or visit www.trivalleyunity.com.
Sports
Athenian Athletics
This track and field club's mission is to promote the development of all levels of track and field athletes in any season or sport to make them faster, stronger, and healthier. Applications for the summer and year round youth programs are now being accepted. Call 518-9356 or visit www.athenianathletics.com.
SPOT Fitness
Join SPOT Fitness 8 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Hopyard and Parkside Dr. parking lot. Run, walk, or bike.
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 family and friends of alcoholics that meets from 6:30-8 p.m. on Sundays at San Ramon Presbyterian Church, 12943 Alcosta Blvd., upstairs in the Kindergarten room. Call 277-7661 or visit www.ncwsa.org.
Bereavement Support Group
This group of the Catholic Community of Pleasanton meets at 7:30 p.m., the second and fourth Thursdays monthly, and is for anyone of any faith at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Drive. Call Mary Hagerty, 846-5377.
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 Prayer and Support
The Breast Cancer and Support Group of the Catholic Community of Pleasanton meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month 7 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr., room B. Call 461-8411. All are welcome
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 ?Living Beyond Limits? 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.
CHADD
Meetings are held for parents of children with ADD/ADHD from 7-9 p.m. on the second Wed. of each month at Thomas Hart Middle School, 4433 Willow Rd. in the library. Call 484-2173 or visit www.chadnorcal.org.
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 Self Help Group
Is clutter stressing you out? Cluttering is a psychological issue, not just an organizing issue. Meets Mondays 7-8:30 p.m., Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, Rm. 7, 4300 Mirador Dr. Call 426-5311
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.
Divorce Support Group
Meetings take place from 7-9 p.m., Mondays through Dec. 5 at Valley Bible Church, 7106 Johnson Drive. Cost is $25. Call Mark Porter , 227-1301 ext. 104 or markP@theCrossing.org
East Bay Cancer Support Group
The East Bay Cancer Support Group, Inc. meets on Thursdays at the Faith Lutheran Church, 20080 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley. All services are provided free of charge. Call (510) 889-8766 or visit www.ebcancersupport.org.
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 Bereavement Support
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..
Inclusion Project
The Inclusion Project is a service at Child Care Links offered to families to include resources for quality child care, referrals, and support for children with special needs in the Tri-Valley area. Call Kim Marshall, 249-3940
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.
League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen
This group is designed to create a community between men to resolve problems, express feelings, form friendships and understand and improve relationships with women. The group meets 7-8:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Anthropos Counseling Center, 326 South L. St., Livermore. Call 449-7925.
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.
Men's Support Group
Anthropos Counseling Center provides support for men to improve personal growth and change and become aware of emotional habits and attitude. Group meets 7-8:30 p.m. every Friday, 326 S. L St., Livermore. Call 449-7925.
Newcomers to Al-Anon
This group, for those who are new to Al-Anon and anyone who is affected by someone else?s 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. Clare?s 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.
Parkinson?s Support Group
The Parkinson?s 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 counseling agency for early recover education that serves to help teens and adults overcome addiction to alcohol, drugs,eating disorders or mental health issues, located at 40 California Ave.,Suite B. Walk-in's are welcome. Free alcohol screening. Call 426-0501 or visit www.rquest.org.
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.
Sharing Ideas for Parenthood
Intended for parents of children infants to12 years old, this class, led by Ruth Gasten, meets from 9:30-11:30 a.m., every Wed. until Dec. 21 at the Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Dr. Cost is $25 per semester. Call 443-7140 to register.
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.
Stroke Support Group
ValleyCare Health System is holding a Stroke Support Group the last Thurs. of every month from 5-6:30 p.m at ValleyCare Medical Center in the Cafeteria. This is free and open to the public. Call 447-7000 ext. 5247.
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.
Tapestry Women
The group meets from 9 a.m.-noon, the last Saturday of the month and is for all women to motivate each other to finish or start a project or a craft. Bring the project with you to Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. Call Claudia Wanlin, 462-4975.
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.
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.
Booklegger Program
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.
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.
Holiday Gift Warehouse
Volunteers are needed for 3-hour shifts from 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri., Dec. 16 and Sat., Dec. 17 to sort donations, organize and clean the warehouse, assist clients through the "checkout" process and hand out turkeys and food bags. Call 449-5845, ext. 111.
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 On Main
Volunteers are needed for the Museum On Main, 603 Main St., for events, the education project, clerical work, archiving and greeting visitors. Call Heather Haugen-Rizzoli, 462-2766.
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.
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.
Shepherd's Gate Thrift Stores
Volunteers are needed to help staff Dublin and Livermore thrift stores and the Donation Center. No experience is necessary. Proceeds from the thrift stores go to support Shepherd's Gate Shelter for battered and homeless women and children. Call Linda Marsic, 443-4283 Ext. 315.
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue
TVAR offers volunteer orientations from 1-2:30 p.m., on the second Saturday of each month at East County Animal Shelter (ECAS), 4595 Gleason Drive. There is a variety of volunteer opportunities. Call 846-0745 or e-mail noellehartshorn@comcast.net.
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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