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Publication Date: Friday, January 20, 2006 Calendar
Calendar
(January 20, 2006) Auditions
Author Visit
Keith Armstrong
Keith Armstrong, author of "Courage After Fire," will speak 2 p.m., Sun., Jan. 29 at Towne Center Books, 555 Main St. Call 846-8826, e-mail townecenterbooks@sbcglobal.net or visit www.townecenterbooks.com.
Padma Shandas
Padma Shandas, author of "Spices in the Melting Pot: Life Stories of Exceptional South Asian Immigrant Women," will discuss her book 2 p.m., Sun., Jan. 22 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3405.
Raptors of California
Meet Pam and Hans Peeters, authors of "Raptors of California" 2 p.m., Sun., Feb. 5 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Free and open to the public. Call 931-3405.
Book Clubs
Boutique
Careers
Civic Meetings
Housing Commission
The commission meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month in the City Council chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. The next meeting is Feb. 16.
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 Feb. 9.
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 at 828-5656.
Amador Valley Toastmasters
Improve your communication and leadership skills by joining the Toastmasters Club No. 2452 for breakfast from 7-8 a.m. every Thurs. at Mimi's Cafe, 4775 Hacienda Dr., Dublin. 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 6-8:30 p.m. on the third Tues. monthly at the Four Points Hotel, 5115 Hopyard Road. Visit www.expresstosuccess.org or e-mail info@expresstosuccess.org.
Hacienda Park Toastmasters
The club meets noon-1 p.m. every Thursday at Tyco, 4280 Hacienda Drive. Everyone is welcome. Call Kevin 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 Irv at 556-1177 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 Jeannie at 846-5106.
Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society
The club meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday monthly at Congregation Beth Emek, 13400 Nevada Court. Call Jane at 447-3898 or visit www.l-ags.org.
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 the Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call Pat, 846-4913.
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
Join Diablo Star #214 at 7:30 p.m., every second Mon. of the month at Orinda Masonic Center, 9 Altarinda Rd. Focus on charity work for cancer and heart disease and organize fundraisers and scholarships. Call Karen, 798-9225.
P-Town Street Rods
This family oriented, truck or car enthusiast club meets 6-9 p.m. the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday of the month at Chicago's Metropolitan Deli, 6003 W. Las Positas Blvd. Call George, 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 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at the PDA office, 830 Main St., Ste. A. Call Frances, 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 Lions Club
The club meets for dinner at 7:15 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Hilton, 7050 Johnson Dr. Call Jerry, 846-9628.
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
The club meets at 10 a.m. on the first Wed. of each month for coffee. Monthly luncheons are at 11 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Call 215-8409 or visit www.pleasantonnewcomers.com.
Pleasanton North Rotary Club
The group meets at 12:15 p.m. every Friday at the Pleasanton Hilton, 7050 Johnson Drive. Call Wayne, 426-2510.
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., every first Thurs. of the month beginning Feb. 2 at Emil Villa's Hickory Pit, 3054 Pacific Ave., Livermore. Reservations required. Call Bob, 845-6563 or June, 461-0315.
Soroptimist
Soroptimist International of Pleasanton is dedicated to issues affecting women and children, meets at noon the second and fourth Wednesday monthly at Vic's All Star Kitchen, 201 A Main St. Call 846-6644.
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, 989-2358.
Tri-Valley Horseshoe Pitching
The club meets at 1 p.m. every Tuesday at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave. The public is welcome to attend. Call Martha, 462-4283.
Tri-Valley Macintosh Users Group
TMUG meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at Amador Valley High School, 1155 Santa Rita Road. Visitors are also welcome. Call Izak, 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, 301 Main St. Call Ruth at 846-3040 or Gloria at 846-5453.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Ambrose D. Regalia Post 6298 meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday monthly at the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St. Call Dan at 846-7320.
Concerts
Corigliano Quartet
Enjoy an evening of classical music consisting of Beethoven, Silverman and Corigliano 8 p.m., Sat., Feb. 11 at First Presbyterian Church, 2020 5th St., Livermore. General admission is $15, $13 for Seniors 62 and older and free for college and high school students. Call 447-4873 or e-mail lynnseppala@att.net.
Mozart's 250th Birthday Celebration
Celebrate Mozart's 250th Birthday celebration 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.
Seventh Annual Benefit Concert for Vietnam Youth
The Amador Theater is hosting the 7th Annual Chlidren's Benefit Concert 2 p.m., Sun., Feb. 12, 1155 Santa Rita Rd. Admission is $10 pre-sale and $12 at the door. All proceeds will go to Vietnam Health Education and Literature Projects. Call 275-9250, visit www.vnyouthprojects.net or e-mail worldinterchange@gmail.com.
Stage and Screen
Hear favorites from the worlds of cinema, opera and theater 8 p.m., Sat., Feb. 4 at Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Rd. Tickets are $15 general admission, $13 senior and $5 youths through high school. Call 373-6824 or visit www.livasymph.org.
The Justin Hellman Trio
The Justin Hellman Trio will be performing three new programs of jazz from 2-3 p.m., Sun., Jan. 29 and Sun., Mar. 26 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Free. Call 931-3405.
The Magic of the Flute
The Pleasanton Chamber Players is presenting a multi-faceted Valentine's Day concert 3 p.m., Sun., Feb. 12 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Rd. General admission is $15 in advance, $18 at the door and free for chldren 18 and under. Tickets can be purchased at Towne Center Books, Ingram & Braun, Fine Fretted Friends in Livermore and Camerata Music/The Piano Exchange in Dublin. Call 600-1331.
A Taste of Italy
Enjoy a cooking demonstration, wine and olive oil tasting provided by Crooked Vine Winery from 4-7 p.m., Sun., Jan. 29. Price is $50. All proceeds will benefit the Valley Dance Theatre. Call 243-0925 or visit www.valleydancetheatre.com.
Events
Annual Festival of the Oaks
There will be an international folk dance gathering from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat., Feb. 4 at Alameda College, Building G, 555 Atlantic Ave., Alameda. Donation is $7 per session or $12 for both. Call 527-2177 or e-mail meldancing@aol.com.
Be a Donor
Donate blood from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wed., Feb. 1 in the Public Library Community Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Wed., Feb. 1 at 2633 Camino Ramon, Ste. 150, San Ramon, and from 1-4 p.m., Fri., Feb. 10 at Robert Livermore Community Center, 4444 E. Ave., Livermore. Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or visit www.BeADonor.com.
Classic Chinese Dance
The Pleasanton Library is launching its new family series, "Dance & Sing Around the World!" with performance by the Children's Dance Team of the Chinese-American Copperation Council 2 p.m., Sat., Jan. 28 at 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-3400, ext. 8.
Claws for Paws
Enjoy all you can eat crab, pasta, salad, bread, tea, coffee and dessert from 6-10 p.m., Sat., Feb. 11 at the Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Individual tickets are $40, $75 for two or $350 for a table of ten. Visit clawsforpaws.com, tvar.org or send a check to TVAR Crab Feed, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA 94588 for tickets. You can also e-mail events@tvar.org.
Dr. Martin Luther King Prayer Breakfast
The Sixth Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Prayer breakfast will be held from 7:30-9:30 a.m., Mon., Jan. 23 at Crowne Plaza Hotel, 11950 Dublin Canyon Rd. Tickets are $35 and reservations are requested. Call 475-6108.
Fairytales
Leron Heath, pastor of Valley Community Church and C.S. Lewis scholar will discuss "The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe" and raise the question, "Can there be any truth to fairytales?" 7 p.m., Sun., Jan. 22 at Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valley Pkwy. Call 846-6622.
First Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate John Christopher Cellars "Starfall" release party from noon to 4:30 p.m., Sat., Jan. 21 at Tesla Vintners, 5143 Tesla Rd., Livermore Call 606-9463 or e-mail patty@teslavintners.com.
Polynesian Dance at the Library
The Pleasanton Library hosts students from Isabel Starr's Haole Hula Dancers 2 p.m., Sat., Feb. 11 at 400 Old Bernal Ave. Free. Call 931-3412 or visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us.
Second Annual Hats Off America Casino Night
Singing Blue Star Moms will perform at the second annual Hats Off America Casino night from 6 p.m.-midnight , Sat., Jan. 21 at ClubSport, 350 Bollinger Canyon Ln., San Ramon. Tickets are $65. Call Sparky at 855-1950.
Shalom Chapter Hadassah
Experienced players, those who want to learn, Hadassah members and non-members, friends and family are all invited to join in supporting Hadassah Projects from 1-5 p.m., Sun., Jan. 22 at Congregation Beth Emek Social Hall, 3400 Nevada Ct. Suggested donation $18 for adults, $10 for students 18 and younger and seniors . E-mail Chercohen@aol.com to RSVP.
Sweetheart Crab Feast
The Axis Community Health Foundation will host its first crab feast from 6:30-10:30 p.m., Fri., Feb. 10 at The Barn, 3131 Pacific Ave., Livermore. Enjoy food, music, dancing, a silent auction and drawings. Tickets are $35. Call 858-5225 or e-mail sherri@axishealth.org. All proceeds will go to Axis Community Health.
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
Enjoy "El Mariachi" Jan. 20; "The Taj Mahal" Jan. 27; "Island Soul: Filipino Cuisine with Regional Acoustic" Feb. 17; and "An Evening in Istanbul with Live Jazz." All events are 6 p.m., Fridays at Garre Winery, 7986 Tesla Rd. Call 371-8200 for prices and reservations.
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 and 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.
Valentine's Week
Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St., is hosting a variety of events: "Murder Among the Stars" 7 p.m., Fri., Feb. 10 for $49; Champagne Buffet Brunch from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sun., Feb. 12 for $26.95; The Uptown Singers show and dinner 7 p.m., Sun., Feb. 12 for $49; and a special Valentine's Day Dinner followed by dance and music from 5-9 p.m., Tues., Feb. 14. Reservations required. Call 846-8106.
Exhibits
California Visions
The paintings of four professional watermedia artists, including local artist Charlotte Severin, are on display at the new Livermore Main Library Gallery Feb. 1-28. An artist reception is scheduled for Sat., Feb. 4 from 3-5 p.m. The gallery is open Mon.-Thur., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at 1188 South Livermore Ave., Livermore. Call 373-5509.
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 at 4651 Gleason Dr., Dublin. Call 479-9670 or visit www.eastbayspca.org/events for hours of operation.
Film
Ninth Annual Sonoma Valley Film Festival
Enjoy food, wine and more than 75 new independent films from all over the world from Apr. 5-9 at the Ninth Annual Film Festival. Call (707) 933-2600 or visit www.CinemaEpicuria.org.
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 at Stanford. Call 426-4307or 426-9635.
Communities in Harmony
Tri-Valley YMCA has launched the 2006 Annual Partner Campaign running until Mar. 2006. Proceeds will be used for scholarships and program support for variousTri-Valley YMCA programs in Livermore, Pleasanton and Dublin. Call Kimiko, 475-6110 or e-mail kleong@ymcaeastbay.org.
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.
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 TV's, computers, monitors, laptops, cell phones, empty ink jet and toner cartridges from printers, fax machines and copiers to support the fight against breast cancer. Free pick up, drop off or prepaid envelopes and shipping labels are provided. Call Larry Behrens, 735-7203 or e-mail larry@recycleforbreastcancer.org.
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.
Donate Blood
Donate blood from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Thurs., Jan. 26 at The Shops at Bishop Ranch, 100 Sunset Dr., San Ramon. Call Karen, 355-9000 or visit www.BeADonor.com.
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.
Improve Your Life and Well-Being
Andrea Charlton, D.C., an upper cervical chiropractor, will give several seminars in February on practical steps to improving your life and well-being: stress management, Feb. 6; increasing mental focus Feb. 13; and safety, Feb. 27. All seminars are 7 p.m. at the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Call 847-2095.
Mental Health & Wellness Education
Be informed about healing yourself and transforming systems of care for yourself, family, and your community from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat., Feb. 25 in CSU East Bay's theatre, 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward. Call Melany, (510) 885-4710.
Varicose Vein Screening
The National Varicose Vein Screening will take place from 5-8 p.m., Tues., Jan. 31 at Four Points Sheraton, 5115 Hopyard Rd. This event includes free comprehensive screenings to detect venous disease and suggested treatment plans for those afflicted with varicose veins and associated symptoms. Call 1-888-534-2873 or visit www.gethealthylegs.com.
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
Kids & Teens
Classic Chinese Dance at the Library
"Dance and Sing Around the World" is a free monthly series of dance and music programs for children celebrating Pleasanton's international cultural heritage. Celebrate Chinese New Year's with a performance by the Children's Dance Team of the Chinese-American Cooperation Council 2 p.m., Sat., Jan. 28 at the Pleasanton Library. Call 931-3400, ext. 8 or visit www.ci.pleasanton
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.
Liz Hockinson
Liz Hockinson, author of "Marcello The Movie Mouse" will be at the Pleasanton Library at 4 p.m., Fri., Jan. 20 at 555 Main St. Call 846-8826 or e-mail townecenterbooks@sbcglobal.net or visit www.townecenterbooks.com.
Pinewood Derby
Attend the Tri-Valley YMCA Pinewood Derby from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat., Jan. 21 at Donlon Elementary School, 4150 Dorman Rd. Prizes will be awarded. Admission is free. Call 475-6110.
Twilight Storytimes
Twilight Storytimes will occur 7 p.m., Wed., Jan. 11, Jan. 25 and Feb. 8 at the Pleasanton Library. The 30-minute program will feature a variety of special stories, music and puppetry and are appropriate for children in preschool through second grade. Programs are free and require no advanced registration.
Lectures/Workshops
Attention! For Entrepreneurs and Nonprofits
Barbara Lewis, principal of Attention! Business Communications, is presenting a seminar from 9 a.m.-noon, Sat., Jan. 28 at Las Positas College, 3033 Collier Canyon Rd., Livermore. Learn how to create, target and deliver your organization's messages. Cost is $69. Call 424-1467 or visit www.laspositascollege.edu/communityed.
Buy vs. Rent
Learn the true cost of renting, the tax advantage of home ownership and more at this free seminar 6:30 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 9 at Merdian Financial 2694 Bishop Dr., Suite 202, San Ramon. Call 328-4903 to RSVP.
Eliminate Credit Card Debt
Attend this free seminar on eliminating credit card debt at 6:30 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 2 at Meridian Financial, 2694 Bishop Dr., Suite 202, San Ramon. Call 328-4903 or e-mail RSVP@merdianf.com to RSVP.
Fruit Tree Pruning
Learn how to get bigger, better, tastier fruit from your trees and vines at the Western Garden Nursery, 2756 Vineyard Ave., Sat., Jan. 21 at 10 a.m. or Sun Jan. 22 at 1 p.m. Bring samples in plastic bags. Workshop is free. Call 462-1760.
Living Trust Seminar
A free Living Trust Seminar will be held from 6-7 p.m., Thurs., Jan. 26 at SafeAmerica Credit Union, 6001 Gibraltar Dr. Call 847-8352 for reservations.
This is Not the Life I Ordered
Diablo Valley Women in Business present 50 ways to keep your head above water when life keeps dragging you down from 7:30-9:30 a.m., Fri., Feb. 10 at Crown Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Cost is $25 for members and $40 for non-members. Call 866-0260.
Live Music
Travel Around the World
International Music and Dinner series at Garre Winery. Enjoy four courses of award winning cuisine including a complimentary glass of wine along with live acoustic music every Friday evening. Seating is from 6-8 p.m., with music until 9 p.m. The cost is $34.95 per person. Reservations are required. 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.
Child Care Licensing
The Licensing Orientation meeting is the first step in becoming a licensed family child care provider and is open to all Alameda County residents. There is a $25 fee. Call 417-8733 or visit www.chlidcarelinks.org.
Dog and Cat Adoption
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue has several locations for animal adoptions: Saturdays from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Farmers' Market and from noon-4 p.m. at PetsMart, 6960 Amador Plaza Rd., Dubin. Cats are only available from noon-4 p.m. at Pet Food Express, 4460 Tasajara Rd., Dublin (excluding the fourth Saturday of the month) and Pet Food Express, 1436 1st St., Livermore (excluding second and fourth saturday of the month). On Sundays, cats are available from 1-4 p.m. at PetsMart Dublin, Pet Food Express in Dublin and Livermore and Livermore Pet Extreme. Call 803-7043 or visit www.tvar.org.
Open Casting Call for CBS Reality TV Shows
There will be an open casting call for "Survivor" from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sat., Jan. 28 at Metro PCS, 900 Van Ness, San Francisco. Call (415) 362-5550 or visit www.cbs5.com. Casting calls for "The Amazing Race" will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sat., Jan. 21 at 1081 Eastshore Highway, Berkeley. Call (415) 362-5550 or visit www.cbs5.com.
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 Main and West Angela streets. Call 825-9090.
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 264-4413 or visit www.trivalleycomedy.com.
Political Notes
Recreation
Enrichment Classes
The City Department, 200 Old Bernal Ave., offers enrichment classes ranging from art, acquatics, sports, health and cooking. Call 931-5340 or visit www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/parks.html.
Scholarships
LPD AAUW Local Scholarship Foundation
The Livermore-Pleasanton-Dublin branch of the American Association of University Women is accepting applications from local university women for $500-$1500 scholarships. All application documents must be post marked by Mar. 15. E-mail devon@smalltownusa.net or mail to LPD AAUW Local Scholarships, 6128 Hansen Dr., 94566 for an application.
Seniors
Daytime Bingo
Play bingo from 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 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 $7 for residents and $8 for non-residents. Singles welcome. 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.
Luncheons
The Dublin Senior Center hosts special luncheons on the secondThursday of each month. Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd. at Donohue, Dublin. Call 556-4511 or visit www.ci.dublin,ca,us. Reservations are needed the Fri. prior to the luncheon.
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 Ball
Enjoy an evening of elegant dining and dancing 6 p.m, Fri., Feb. 3 at the Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Cost is $20 for residents and $23 for non-residents. Must register in advance at the Senior Center or call 931-5365.
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.
Woodshop Program
The woodshop program is open on Tuesdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 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 for additional drop-in hours.
Spiritual
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.
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. Worship service and children's school will be offered as well. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, and Chronic Pain
This support group ill be held from 7-8 p.m., the first Thurs. of every month starting Feb. 2 at Valley Care Medical Library. E-mail bettyrunnels@earthlink.net.
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 10 a.m.-noon, Wed., Feb. 1 and from 6-8 p.m., Tues., Feb. 21 in Oakland on 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.
Open Heart Kitchen
If you love to cook and have a passion to end hunger, volunteer at Open Heart Kitchen, the Tri-Valley's only free hot meal service for the needy. There are many volunteer opportunities for teens and adults. Call Dianne, 580-1619 or e-mail dadamson@openheartkitchen.org.
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.
Tri-Valley Haven
Tri-Valley Haven, a service to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and homelessness, needs volunteers to answer the crisis line, respond to sexual assault calls at the hospital and police stations and assist clients with restraining orders. The three moth training begins Feb. 2006 every Tues. at 6:30 p.m. Must be at least 21 years of age to participate. Call 449-5845, ext. 11.
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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