August 14, 2007

CALENDAR

Unless otherwise noted all phone numbers are in the 408 area code.

MUSIC

Aug. 19
Peninsula Banjo Band Concert: This event provides family entertainment in a sing-along concert. Event held at 4 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Los Gatos, 15980 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos. For ticket information, call 358-1212 or go to www.uuflg.org.

Aug. 20
There are openings for experienced singers in the West Valley Masterworks Chorale, a college-based community choir which meets in the music building at West Valley College each Tuesday from 6 - 9:10 pm during the school year.  The Chorale, under the direction of conductor Lou De La Rosa, will celebrate its 30th Anniversary this season with a Gala Concert on Dec. 8, featuring New York City Opera soprano and former West Valley College alumna Eilana Lappalainen.   Auditions will be held by appointment beginning Aug. 20.  Interested singers should contact Lou De La Rosa at 741-4663, or lou_delarosa@westvalleychoirs.org. For more information, visit the West Valley College choir website, www.westvalleychoirs.org.

Aug. 28
Free Opera Preview - Singers from Opera San José and lecturer Larry Hancock preview Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor. 12 noon at the Beethoven Center in MLK Library, 4th and San Fernando in downtown San José. No reservations needed. Information at www.sjoperaguild.org or 275-6199.

Aug. 29
The South Bay Brass invites you to an evening of brass music beginning at 7 p.m. at Campbell United Methodist Church, 1675 Winchester Ave., Campbell. Admission is free.

DANCE

June 16 – Aug. 31
Youth Dance Company Auditions: Ladies and gentlemen with performance experience are requested to email their resume to DTIdance@sbcglobal.net and schedule an audition by Aug. 31. Accepted members are given a Performance Season, Choreography Opportunities, Cultural Events and Travel. Teachers and Choreographers are from national and international dance companies. www.DTIdance.com

Aug. 25
The Flamenco Society of San Jose will host a “Juerga” (Flamenco Jam Session) at the Historic Hoover Theater. This exciting performance features various artists and presents as a special guest, Koko’s dance company. This is a fun-filled event and audience participation is encouraged. This event includes aspiring students, as well as music and dance from other cultures. Admission is $14 general/$12 students and senior citizens. This promises to be a very special event that will take place at the new home for the society the Historic Hoover Theatre. Seating is limited so ticket purchases should be made very early. Come see and hear the wonderful singing and beautiful dance of great artists. To reserve tickets, call 510-792-8355. Tickets may also be purchased at the door on event date.

CHILDREN/FAMILY

July 4 – Sept. 29
Free Old-Fashioned Campfire Programs at Coyote Lake: Are you looking to get outdoors on a Saturday evening for a few hours? Well, Coyote Lake is hosting an "Old Fashioned Campfire Program" every Saturday night through the last Saturday in Sept. Park rangers conduct these programs at the Ranger Station from 8 - 9 p.m. Activities may include songs, night hikes, games, or crafts; while learning about park plants, wildlife, geology or history. Each program ends with "s'mores" and a story. There is a $6 vehicle entrance fee into the park. For more information, call Ranger Chris Crockett at 842-7800 or e-mail him at chris.crockett@prk.sccgov.org.

Aug. 25
“The Hipwaders” perform at the Children’s Discovery Museum. Back on their home turf, following shows at this year’s Lollapalooza in Chicago, two-time Parents’ Choice award-winning children’s musicians The Hipwaders will pay a return visit – by popular demand – to the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose, 180 Woz Way, San Jose, for a special family concert at 12 noon. For more information, call 298-5437 or visit  www.cdm.org

Aug. 25
The Campbell Artists' Guild is meeting will be held at 1 p.m. in the Campbell Library Community Room, 77 Harrison Avenue at Civic Center Dr., Campbell. Joy Kuo, of Joy's Art Studio in Cupertino, will demonstrate Chinese Brush Painting on Rice Paper. The Public is welcome, membership open.

Aug. 26
Children’ Discovery Museum presents Heritage Day: Viet Heritage Society, Children’s Discovery Museum, and Vision New America will host the second annual Heritage Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to celebrate the richly diverse cultures and heritage of our community.  Old traditions will be intertwined with new customs and culture through fun-filled activities for children and families, cultural performances, and arts and crafts.  Come out to learn, play, and have fun with us.

Sept. 3
Labor Day Grill & Chill at Calvary Church in Los Gatos: Drive in and chill out with us on Labor Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your family and enjoy a day full of fun, food and entertainment. Roam through the Classic Car Show. Taste samples from our BBQ Cook-off and homemade Ice Cream Contest. Relax with good food and entertainment provided by local community groups while your kids play games and bounce off energy at our Children’s Festival. Admission is free! For more information, call 356-5126 or visit us online at www.calvarylg.com.

CLASSES

Aug. 9 – Sept. 13
Sunset Yoga in the Park: Join Friends of Guadalupe River Park & Gardens and instructor Kristin Strellis for an evening of gentle yoga each Thursday, beginning August 9 from 6:15 - 7 p.m. This class is designed to improve your flexibility, balance and relaxation. All necessary equipment will be provided for your use. Please dress in comfortable clothing. This is an outdoor class that will be taught on the grass. Cost for registration is $30/members, $35/non-members. All programs start at the GRP& G Visitor Center, 438 Coleman Ave, San Jose. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early by contacting education@grpg.org or call 298-7657.

Ongoing
Mindfulness (Vipassana) meditations. Alternate walking and sitting Vipassana meditations. Every Thursday from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Sitting Vipassana meditations are held every Sunday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Both sessions are free. Classes are held at the Mindful Living Alliance Insight Meditation Center, 419 California Street in Campbell. For more information call Tony at 732-3322 or 505-5190, or e-mail MLA899@Gmail.com, or visit www.MindfulLivingAlliance.org.

Foundation of Family Values now offers a variety of weekly parenting classes with support groups at the Campbell Community Center. Sessions include licensed therapist facilitators, some free meetings, Fathers support group, etc. For more information, session dates and course descriptions, visit http://www.fofv.org. Foundation of Family Values seeks to enhance the core values of modern families through creating innovative programs in combination with providing resources that facilitate the intellectual development of parenting ethics and responsibilities in the best interest of children. Families of all Political, Religious, Sexual Preference, Economic, and Racial Categories are supported. FFV is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt non-profit organization.

FIFTY PLUS

SeniorNet classes have seats available: Managing Your Files, Word 1, Basic Tips and Techniques, Intro to Google, Photo Shop Elements 5.0 Part1, Using Windows XP, Downloading, Advanced Digital Image Suite and Beginning Computer Skills. To enroll in any of the course openings contact Don House at 268-1703. Classes begin August 13.

Ongoing
Attention recently retired or semi retired men! Sons in retirement (SIRS) meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Elks Club, 444 West Alma in San Jose for lunch. Join us for good food, great speakers and the chance to meet new friends. SIRS has many activities including bowling, golf computer clubs. SIRS has no initiation fees or dues. If you are interested come to one of the Branch 94 luncheons or call Ron Bianco at 267-0386.

The San Jose Widow/Widowers Club meets at 12:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month for lunch at the Cup & Saucer Restaurant, 1375 Blossom Hill Road in Princeton Plaza. They also meet for breakfast every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at Goodies Coffee Shop on the corner of Bascom and Apricot in Campbell. Call 408-275-6178 or 408-292-3406 for information.

AARP Campbell Area Chapter 5151 meets the third Tuesday of every month at 9:30 a.m. in room Q-80, Campbell Community Center, 1 West Campbell Ave for informative and fun programs.  Visitors from all communities are welcome. Call 378-6996

VOLUNTEERS

Aug. 28
Give the Gift of Reading: Vision Literacy, a nationally recognized adult literacy organization, will host a volunteer orientation from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Campbell Public Library. The session will provide information on the group’s mission and describe opportunities for tutors and volunteers in the community.  To register or learn more, contact 262-1349 or info@visionliteracy.org. Come learn how you can transform a life by teaching an adult in your community how to read!

MISCELLANEOUS

July 10 – Sept. 11
Drop-in Intro Square Dancing. Camden Community Center, 3369 Union Ave, SJ, 95124. Tues. 6:30-9 p.m., Couples, Singles & Families with kids 10 year and older welcome. Adults $5, Seniors & Youth $2.50. For more information, call Karl at 723-0315.

Aug. 16
The Junior League of San Jose invites women who are interested in exploring membership to two open houses to be held during the month of August in San Jose. Junior League of San Jose members work with Bay Area organizations that foster positive early childhood development, and sponsor an annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon honoring community volunteers. New members can look forward to the upcoming February 29, 2008 Fashion show fundraiser as a highlight of the 2007-08 League year. The final Open House is scheduled for August 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Kirk- Farrington House in San Jose, 1615 Dry Creek Road. Email jlsjrecruiting@yahoo.com, call the League office at 264-3058 or visit the website at www.jlsj.org for more information about joining the Junior League of San Jose.

Aug. 18 – 19
St. Joseph’s Church, 680 Minnesota in San Jose, will host an Assyrian Festival.

Aug. 20, 23 & 28
Guerilla Wanderers Productions premiers two new films at local cinemas: This local film company is premiering two new offerings that feature many San Jose locations! Films "Superhero" and "Boxed Up" will premier at Camera 7 at the Pruneyard Aug. 15, 20, & 23 at 7:30pm and Camera 12 downtown Aug. 28 at 7:30. Besides the two new films, other Bay Area, New York and LA filmmakers' work will be shown. Also, live music, Q & A by host Tim Sika and an after party. For presale tickets contact sales@ guerillawanderers.com or call 832-6671.

Aug. 25
Heart Walk Bowl and Action Drawing at Cambrian Bowl, 14900 Camden Avenue in San Jose. Event times are 1:30 to 4 p.m. Featured items include a drawing for over 30 items.  Tickets for the Bowling are on sale now.  Register today - We only have 192 spots for bowlers. Our goal is to raise $10,000 through this event to benefit the American Heart Association.  We will have bowlers from Winchester Business Association (WBA), Cambrian Business Association (CBA), Almaden Business Association (ABA), and the Chamber Business Referral Networking Groups (BRN), along with many others from the San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce. Last year this event raised over $14,000.  This year it is our intent to do much more with the help of all our friends in the Chamber associations and BRN groups. To register, call Rich Gerhardt at 315-5418.

Sept. 1
Saratoga High School Class of 1987 is having their 20th Reunion at the California Café in Los Gatos.  For more information on this and other activities planned for the weekend please contact Jeni Pickard at jpickard2@cox.net or visit the official website at http://shs87reunion.com/

Sept. 1 – 3
32nd Annual Tapestry Arts Festival: Presented by KGO Newstalk AM 810, this is San Jose’s oldest and largest community event. Tapestry’s juried art festival features: 250 art & craft booths, 30 food vendors offering a wide selection of culinary delights, four entertainment stages, the Creativity Zone, a free hands-on art activities area for kids of all ages, Interactive Alley sports & recreation area and the indoor Design for Living Home & Garden Show. The Heartbeats will be rocking on the stops of the CPA for the Sunday Twilight Concert. Proceeds from this event support year-round arts education programs in the community. This event begins at 10 a.m. all days. Locations are Parkside Hall & Local Downtown Streets. For more information, call 494-3590 or www.tapestryarts.org Admission is free.

Ongoing
Sept. 15
Leland High School Class of 1987 20th Reunion - held at 7 p.m. at the Hotel Montgomery, 211 South First Street in San Jose. For hotel reservations call 1-866-823-0530. See www.classmates.com for more information, or contact Cynthia Bradley @ cwatt12@yahoo.com Other weekend activities also planned.

Sept. 15
Silver Creek High School Class of 1997 10 Year Reunion will be held at 6:30 pm at Agenda Lounge in downtown San Jose at 399 S. First Street . For more information, please visit http://silvercreek97. myevent.com/ or send correspondence to silvercreek97@gmail.com.

Sept. 22
Leigh High School Class of 1987 20th Reunion.  It will be held at the Hyatt Santa Clara.  You can register online at www.nationalreunions.com or shanicrosby@msn.com.  Other weekend activities are planned.

October 2007
Abraham Lincoln High School Class of 1967 – 68 40-year Reunion. Contact organizers Debbie (Brown) Rocha at pazrocha@aol.com or Sue (Correia) Dini at tapcrazysue@yahoo.com for more information.

The Hearing Loss Association of Silicon Valley meets on the third Wednesday of each month (except July and August) at the Moose Lodge, 1580 Hamilton Avenue in San Jose. Meetings begin at 12:30 p.m. Our mission is to improve the world of communication for people with hearing loss through information, education, support and advocacy. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 229-1041 or visit www.hearingloss.org.

The South Bay Astrological Society meets at 1 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month at the Divine Science Community Center, 1540 Hicks Ave in San Jose. For more information visit:www.southbayastrology.org or call 512-1187. Admission is $5.00 for members and $10.00 for non-members. South Bay Astrological Society is a non-profit organization. 

San Jose Flycasters meet the second Wednesday of the month at Senior Citizens Center at the NE corner of Payne Avenue and Saratoga Avenue intersection in San Jose. All meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. and are free and open to the public. For more information, call Jim at 278-7077; online: www.flycasters.org. San Jose Flycasters is a non-profit organization promoting the sport of fly fishing, education on fisheries and habitat preservation and restoration.

HAVE AN ITEM FOR OUR CALENDAR?
We are seeking calendar items pertaining to the south bay communities we cover in our seven monthly community newspapers: Blossom Valley, Cambrian, Campbell, Evergreen, Santa Teresa, Willow Glen, Fifty Plus, and our weekly publication, Almaden Times Weekly. Items must be submitted by email or fax several weeks before the event. Send an email to candy@timesmediainc. com or fax to Candy Richter at 494-7078. Photos should be sent digitally as jpegs or mailed to Calendar, Times Newspapers, 1310 Tully Road, Ste. 107, San Jose, CA 95122. Due to the large volume of items received calendar requests left on voice mail cannot be used. Space is limited.