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Publication Date: Friday, December 30, 2005 Calendar
Calendar
(December 30, 2005)
Auditions
Author Visit
Dr. Eugene Stovall
Dr. Eugene Stovall, professor emeritus at SF State, USF and St. Mary's College will discuss his historical novel, "Frank Yerby: A Victim's Guilt" 7 p.m., Wed., Jan. 11 at Bay Books, 2415 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Call 855-1524.
Said Hyder Akbar
Said Hyder Akbar, author of "Come Back to Afghanistan," will speak at 2 p.m., Sun., Jan. 8 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3405.
Book Clubs
Book Club Seminar
All book club members are welcome to share favorite books and picks 7 p.m., Tues., Jan. 10 at Bay Books, 2415 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Hors d'ouevres and presentation by Dream Dinners of Pleasanton. Call 855-1524.
Boutique
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 Jan. 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 Jan. 19.
Human Services Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month in the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb. 1.
Library Commission
The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month in the Pleasanton Public Library meeting room, 400 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Jan. 12.
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 Jan. 17.
Class Reunions
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 Vic's All Star Kitchen, 201 A Main St. 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 at 7:30 p.m. 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.
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.
Garden Club
The Livermore-Amador Valley Garden Club meets every first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in Alisal Elementary School's multipurpose room, 1454 Santa Rita Rd. Call 485-7812.
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.
Quilt Guild
Amador Valley Quilt Guild meets at 1:30 p.m., the second Sat. of every month at Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. Call 828-5656.
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 noon-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
Mozart's 250th Birthday Celebration
Celebrate Mozart's 250th Birthday celebration at 2 p.m., Sun., Jan. 29 at Castro Valley Center for the Arts, 19501 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley. Tickets are $10 adults, and $5 children 12 years or younger. Call 510-783-2123.
Events
Concerto Competition
The Prometheus Symphony Orchestra is sponsoring a concerto competition for East Bay string, wind, and percussion players age 18 years or younger on Tues., Jan. 17 at Zion Lutheran Church, Piedmont. Winner will receive a $200 award. Application deadline is Jan. 6. Call 447-3659 or visit www.prometheussymphony.org.
Donate Blood
Donate blood from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Sat., Jan. 7 at LDS Church, 2411 Old Crow Canyon Rd., San Ramon; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wed., Jan. 11 at San Ramon Regional Medical Center, 6001 Norris Canyon Rd.;and 11:45 a.m.-5:45 p.m., Fri., Jan. 13 at 743 Diablo Rd., Danville. Call 855-1950 or 837-4399. Through Jan. 9 all donors will receive a t-shirt and through Jan. 14 all donors will be entered into a drawing for a trip for two to Hawaii.
Knights of Columbus Crab Feed
Knights of Columbus' 37th annual Crab Feed will be held Sat., Jan. 21. Cost is $32. Call 846-7181 or e-mail crabfeed@comcast.net. Buy tickets before Jan. 15. Proceeds support the parish Knights of Columbus' charities and ministries.
Legal Professionals Association
Livermore-Amador Valley Legal Professionals Association is holding a general meeting Thurs., Jan. 12 at Crowne Plaza Hotel, 11950 Dublin Canyon Rd. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. Cost is $20. Call 251-2831.
Mystery Dinner Theatre
Gibson House Mystery Performers present "Murder in the Old Wild West" on Fri., Jan. 13 and 20 at The Pleasanton Hotel Restaurant, 855 Main St. Cost is $54 per sleuth. Seating begins at 7:15 p.m. Call 846-8106.
Rose Pruning
Mount Diablo Rose Society will present a rose pruning demonstration from 9 a.m.-noon, Sat., Jan. 14 at Emerald Glen Park on Tassajara Rd. between Gleason Dr. and Central Pkwy. Starbucks will supply coffee so bring gloves, by-pass pruners, long-sleeved outer garment, and ensure your tetanus vaccination is up-to-date. Call 989-1748.
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.
Truffles, Tidbits, and Tastings
Enjoy a dessert and wine experience presented by the Pleasanton Downtown Association, held from 6-9 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 9 at the Rose Hotel, 807 Main St. Purchase tickets in advanced for $20, $25 at the door. Limited seating. Call 484-2199, ext. 4 or visit www.pleasantondowntown.net.
Valentine's Dinner & Strings Duo Concerto
Enjoy a four course gourmet meal Sat., Feb. 11, and Tues., Feb. 14 at Garre Winery, 7986 Tesla Rd., Livermore. Cost is $108 per couple. Seating starts at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Reservations required. Call 371-8200.
Exhibits
The Amador-Livermore Valley in Pictures
"The Amador-Livermore Valley in Pictures" exhibit will be at Museum On Main, 603 Main St. from Jan. 8-Apr. 30. A preview party will be from 4-6 p.m., Sat., Jan. 7. Tickets are $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Reservations required. Call 462-2766.
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
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 phones, 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.
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.
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
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.
Kids & Teens
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.
Grief Support
Hope Hospice is offering support to kids and teens who have experienced the death of a loved one. Children ages 5-17 will meet from 7-8:30 p.m., Tues., Jan. 24 for orientation and meet for eight weeks starting Wed., Jan. 25 at Hope Hospice, 6500 Dublin Blvd., Ste. 214, Dublin. Call 829-8770. There is no fee, however, donations to Hope Hospice are gratefully accepted. Call 829-8770.
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.
Winter Swim Season
Sign-ups for the Winter Swim season begins Jan. 2006 for high school students and young swimmers. Professional staff will work one-on-one with students to correct strokes and build endurance. Year-round swimmers are always welcome. Call 454-6342, ext. 5175.
Lectures/Workshops
Buy vs. Rent
Meridian Financial is hosting a free seminar on "Why It Still Makes Sense to Buy versus Rent" homes at 6:30 p.m., Thurs., Jan. 19 at Meridian Financial, 2694 Bishop Dr., Ste. 202. Receive a complimentary purchase analysis and homebuyers kit. Call 328-4903 or RSVP at RSVP@meridianf.com.
Choosing Child Care
Child Care Links presents "Choosing Child Care," a workshop that gives parents the opportunity to explore their child care options from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Wed., Jan. 11 at Child Care Links, 1020 Serpentine Ln., Suite 104. Lecture is free adn pre-registration is required. Call 249-3925.
Rose Pruning Clinic
Learn rose pruning techniques and discuss diseases and pests at 10 a.m., Sat., Jan. 7 or 1 p.m., Sun., Jan. 8 at Western Garden Nursery, 2756 Vineyard Ave. Call 462-1760 or visit www.westerngardennursery.com.
Live Music
Main St. Brewery
The restaurant, 830 Main St., features live music every Friday and Saturday night. Call 462-8218.
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.
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.
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.
Political Notes
Recreation
Parks and Community Services
The city department offers a wide array of activities and enrichment classes for the entire family, ranging from art, aquatics and sports to health, horsemanship and cooking. Visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/parks.html; call 931-5340; or visit the office at 200 Old Bernal Ave. for an activity guide.
Scholarships
Seniors
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.
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.
Tri-Valley Unity Church
Tri-Valley Unity Church will meet until further notice at 10 a.m., every Sun. at the Radisson Hotel, 6680 Regional St., 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
The bereavement support group begins 7:30 p.m., Thurs., Dec. 22 in St. Elizabeth Seton Church's chapel, 4001 Stoneridge Dr. It continues on Jan. 12 and then meets every other Thurs. through April. Call 846-5377 or 484-1143, ext. 129.
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.
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.
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.
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.
American Red Cross Blood Service
American Red Cross Blood Services is holding a volunteer orientation from 6-8 p.m., Tues., Jan. 17 at its Oakland office off Claremont Ave. Call 510-594-5165.
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.
Help Low-Income Families
The Bay Area needs volunteer tax preparers and language interpreters to help low-income families in Alameda County claim significant tax credits. No previous tax preparation experience is necessary. Training sessions run through mid Jan. Call 510-238-2415 or visit www.earnitkeepitsaveit.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 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.
Pleasanton Reads
Adult volunteers are needed for Pleasanton Library's literacy program, "Pleasanton Reads." Training is held from 7-8:30 p.m., Mon., Jan. 30, and from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Sat., Feb. 4 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3411.
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.
Volunteers Needed at RCJL
The Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living provides assisted living, Alzheimer's and skilled nursing care to its residents. Volunteers play a key role. RCJL has a wide range of opportunities matching volunteer's interests while ensuring the needs of residents. To apply, call Irma Voorhees at 964-2098.
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