March 18, 2004

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

MUSIC

March 19 – Friday

“1964”…The Tribute will be appearing at the Center for the Performing Arts from 8pm-10pm . Considered the premiere Beatles Show in the World, this production takes the audience on a musical journey to an era in rock history that will live in all of our hearts forever. Choosing songs from the pre-Sgt. Pepper era, “1964” recreates a live Beatles concert , with period instruments, clothing, hairstyles and on-stage banter. Notably, on January 10, 2003, “1964” performed at a sold out show at Carnegie Hall in New York, the first time in nearly 40 years that the music of the Beatles was re-created in that setting. Admission is $25 - $40 each. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 408-998-TIXS or visit www.1964thetribute.com

March 19 - 21

Almaden Feed and Fuel, 18950 Almaden Road, hosts live music each Friday and Saturday from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. and on Sundays from 3 – 7 p.m. This week features “Sweet And Sticky” on the 19t h , “Faultline” on the 20 th and “Ol Brown Shoe” on the 21st. For additional information, call 268-8950.

March 21 – Sunday

SJMA Musicians a' la Carte Winter Classical Program presents the Silicon Valley Woodwind Quintet performing at 2 p.m. Comprised of flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and French horn, this group was created by members of the San Jose symphony in 1984. These talented musicians have performed with every major ensemble in the San Francisco Bay Area, including the SF Symphony and Opera. For recorded information call 294-2787.

March 21 – Sunday

The San Jose Jazz Society presents The Newport Jazz Festival 50 th Anniversary Tour in their only South Bay performance at Villa Montalvo's Carriage House at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35 each for non-members and $30 each fro SJJS members. For more information, call 288-7557 or visit www.sanjosejazz.org . Tickets may be ordered online at www.ticketweb.com

March 21 – Sunday

Life Orchestra will be performing a repertoire of great classics as well as Chinese folk tunes at 3 p.m. at Foothill Presbyterian Church, 5301 McKee Road. Life Orchestra will be conducted by Andrew Chan, former first violinist with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, and Concertmaster with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation Sinfonia. Joining the Orchestra will be the 50-member Voices of the Valley Choir . Suggested donations of $10 will benefit the church music program. For more information, call 258-8133.

March 21 – Sunday

Join the Mission Chamber Orchestra Woodwind Quartet as they participate in the Triton Museum's Sunday Showcase , from 2pm - 4 pm at the Triton Art Museum in Santa Clara. The Mission Chamber Orchestra Woodwind Quintet will perform Mozart's Quintet in C minor , Ferenc Farkas' Ancient Dances , some American rags , and other favorites. South Bay Guitar Society will present a sneak preview of "Platero y Yo." This show will be presented in its entirety in April, but Sunday Showcase attendees will get a close-up preview when guitarist Michael Bautista performs. San Jose Dance Theatre provides the choreography. The Triton Art Museum is located at 1505 Warburton Avenue. in Santa Clara. Ample free parking available. Suggested donation $5.

March 21 – Sunday

Campbell's Heritage Theater , 1 West Campbell Avenue, Campbell presents The Count Basie Orchestra at 7 p.m. Regarded as an “American Institution” by music connoisseurs, “Count” Basie leapt into the middle of the Big Band era as a leader of his own Kansas City band ion 1936. Today's Count Basie Orchestra is made up of 19 superb musicians – most of whom Basie selected himself. For tickets and additional information, call 866-2797.

March 23 – Tuesday

The Cambrian Park United Methodist Church , 1919 Gunston Way presents a series of free Lenten Concerts held each week at noon. This week features violinist Doug Perry and accompanist Donald E. Dillard performing works by Dvorak, G.F. Handel, Gluck, Rachmaninoff, and Ungar. . For more information, call 377-8155.

THEATER

March 6 – April 3 The West Valley Light Opera Association will open its second production of its 39 th season , “A Chorus Line” at the Saratoga Civic Theater , 13777 Friutvale, Saratoga, on March 6 at 8 p.m. This well-know production is a celebration of the unsung heroes of the American Musical Theater – the chorus dancers – those highly trained performers who backup the stars and make them look good. A Chorus Line won 9 Tony Awards. For reservations and information, call 268-3777.

March 26 – April 18

The San Jose Repertory Theater presents “Rounding Third” directed by San Jose Repertory Associate Artistic Director, John McCluggage . Opening March 26 and running through April 18, this production arrives just in time for baseball season. “Rounding Third” takes a comedic look at the high stakes world of Little League coaching. Don ( Charles Dean ) is a win-at-all-costs coach whose son is the star pitcher. The new assistant coach, ( Remi Sandri ) whose son is the kid who never gets picked, think the point of the game is for everyone to have fun. Their clash of styles and wills makes Rounding Third a humorous, heartfelt and insightful look at fatherhood and sports, and a home run for anyone who's ever played, coached or watched a Little League game. For tickets or additional information, call 367-7255 or visit www.sjrep.com.

March 20 – 28

The Lyric Theatre presents the beloved Gilbert and Sullivan comedic classic, “The Pirates of Penzance” at the Montgomery Theater in Downtown. This production tells the story of the beautiful Mabel, the lovesick Frederick, and the band of ruffian pirates he is desperately trying to escape. For more information, call 986-1455 or visit www.LyricTheatre.org .

DANCE

March 25 - 28

Ballet San Jose presents “Out of Africa,” Flemming Flindt's world premiere, full-length production which draws on Karen Blixen's tales of her years as mistress of a coffee plantation in the high hills of 1920s Kenya--about the elegant Kikuyu, about the hothouse colonial society centered in Nairobi with its intrigues, romances, and adventure;, and above all...about the mighty African landscape. Out Of Africa will be at the Center for the Performing Arts from March 25 through the 28. Tickets are $22 - $68 each. For additional information, call 288-2800, or visit www.balletsanjose.org .

March 6 – July 3

The San Jose Museum of Art presents “Domestic Odyssey” featuring works by a group of national and international artists who use household items – appliances and furniture – as touchstones for their work. See everyday items transformed into the whimsical, seductive and thought-provoking meditations on cultural, social and autobiographical issues. This new exhibit is located in the New Wing, Metro A, Skylight and South Galleries. For recorded information, call 294-2787.

MUSEUM

March 2 – August 15

The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum is opening their "Rare Books of the Rosicrucian Library" exhibit .  This exclusive exhibit will be available to the public through August 15, 2004 and will be free with a museum admission ticket .   The exhibit will feature the Rosicrucian Manifestos which were published in Strasburg, Germany and are comprised of three Rosicrucian documents:  the Fama Fraternitatis , the Confessio Fraternitatis , and the Nuptiae Chymicae (Chymical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreuz) , published in 1614, 1615 and 1616 respectively.  Together, they encompass the major works of the 17th century Rosicrucians.   
   The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum houses the largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts on exhibit in the western United States.  It is located at 1343 Naglee Avenue in San Jose. Entrance fees for the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum are $9 general, $7 for seniors and students with I.D., and $5 for children ages 5-10.  Children under 5 can visit the museum free of charge.  For more information visit www.egyptianmuseum.org or call (408) 947-3636.

March 19 – Friday

Come to Rosicrucian Park 1343 Naglee Avenue, when it unveils the Rosicrucian Planetarium on March 19 from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.--the exact time of the Spring Equinox.  The Planetarium opening ceremony will include brief remarks from Norman Sperling, the creator of the Mithraic Mysteries star show; Larry Anthenian of San Jose-based Metacrylics Roofing, which sponsored the Planetarium renovation; and Dr. David Ulansey , the author of the book on which the show is based.   Tickets for the opening ceremony, which begins at 9 p.m., are $50 per person with limited seating.  All proceeds will benefit the Rosicrucian Planetarium to help develop future shows exploring the ancient skies.

MEETINGS

March 21 – Sunday

South Bay Astrological Society holds meetings every second Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at the Divine Science Community Center, 1540 Hicks Ave. (between Hamilton and Minnesota) in San Jose. Admission $10 non-members, $5 members. Refreshments are served. For more information call (408)395-7082 or visit www.astrologyclub.org .

March 23 - Tuesday

Adelante Toastmasters meets each Tuesday at 7:15 – 8:30 a.m. at Hick'ry Pit Restaurant, 980 E Campbell Ave, (across from the Pruneyard), Campbell. For more information call Mary at 979-9499 or visit http://adelante.tripod.com/ .

March 23– Tuesday

Le Tip San Jose/Willow Glen Chapter meets every Tuesday at 7 a.m. at Denny's on 1140 Hillsdale Ave. San Jose. Call Dr. Manfred, 568-9900 to become part of a successful business network.

March 23– Tuesday

Business Leads Unlimited meets every Tuesday at 7:15 a.m. at Denny's 1015 Blossom Hill Road. Please contact Richard at 378-2225 if you plan to attend.

March 24 – Wednesday

South Valley Chapter of Leads Business Networking Group meets for lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Call or email Renee to get location details. 210-7361 or rdaggett@adminbooks.com

March 24 – Wednesday

The San Jose Widows and Widowers Social Club meets every Wednesday at 9 a.m. for breakfast at Coco's Restaurant , 330 East Hamilton Avenue in Campbell. For more information, call 275-6178 or 269-7126 .

March 24 – Wednesday

American Business Women's Association Changing Times Chapter meets at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 2885 Lakeside Drive, Santa Clara. Program and dinner are $25 and reservations are required. For meeting times and additional information contact Bonnie George-Orsley 221-6606.

March 30 – Tuesday

The S. Bay Civil War Round-Table will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Coco's Restaurant, on Hamilton Avenue, in Campbell on Tuesday, March 30.  Coco's is on Hamilton Ave. in Campbell ( X hwy 17) and we meet each last Tuesday of the month.  We'll hear John Richards speak about the game of baseball during the Civil War. Come listen and talk baseball or about military history ; come listen for free, and receive our newsletter before joining.  Contact Bill Noyes at 408 - 3741541 for more information.

Ongoing:

Las Madres Adoption Group is a wonderful support system for those who have gone through the adoption process and are looking to share the joys and challenges of parenting an adopted child.  We have regular play dates for newborns-5 years old and monthly "mom's night out". For more information, contact Barb Griswold at barbgris@aol.com or call toll free 1-877-LasMadres.  

March 20 – Saturday

The Lupus Foundation of Northern California will host an informative conference entitled “Alternative Treatment Methods” by Dr. Carter Multz , a practicing rheumatologist in San Jose. Held in the El Camino Hospital Cafeteria Conference Area, 2500 Grant Road in Mountain View, this discussion will cover complementary and alternative (CAM) treatment methods and emphasize the pros and cons of these options. Conference hours are 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and it is free to the public. For more information, call 954-8600 or 1-800-523-3363.

Ongoing:

Bay Area Alzheimer's Association now includes meetings at Kaiser Hospital, Santa Teresa Kaiser , Bldg. 3, Conference rm. 2 5755 Cottle Road. For more information call 800-660-1993

March 22 & 24

Fifty Plus Gentle Yoga Class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 7:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. at St. Francis Church at the corner of Pine and Newport in Willow Glen. Everyone is welcome, no yoga experience is necessary, no pretzel poses! This class is perfect for increasing flexibility, building strength, and reducing injuries. For more information call Yoga Instructor Arika Larson at 947-7685.

March 22 – Monday

Openings are still available in the following classes offered by the Almaden SeniorNet : Computer Fundamentals, Digital Video Photography, Building A Web Site, CD Burning Using XP, Word 2, Digital Photography and Online Travel Planning.  All classes will be held at the Vineland Branch Library located at 1450 Blossom Hill Road. Classes start March 22.  For more information call Don House at 268-1703.

March 23 – Tuesday

TGA (To Get Acquainted) is a Senior Tuesday Night Ballroom Dancing Club that meets every Tuesday from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Senior Center , corner of Fremont and Monroe, Santa Clara. Dance lessons are included with paid admission from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Live Band $4 - DJ $3. Refreshments, no partners needed.

March 24 - Wednesday

Bingo from 1:15-3:30 p.m. in the Auditorium at Willows Senior Center , 2175 Lincoln Ave. The cost is $5.00 for the first pack and $2.00 for each additional pack. Sales of Bingo cards will begin at 11:00 a.m. Doors open at 1:00 pm. Cash prizes of $50-$99 will be awarded for each of the 12 games. For more information, call (408) 448-6400.

Ongoing:

AARP Information Center needs volunteers to staff their office. Duties include helping seniors find various services and programs, and providing information on senior needs. The office is located at 840 Willow Street, Suite 300, at the corner of Bird and Willow Streets on bus route #25. The hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 278-1855.

Catholic Charities' Foster Grandparent Program is looking for persons over age 60 who are willing to give love and attention to children with special needs in the community. Participants must be on a limited retirement income to qualify, be in good physical health and be able to work four hours a day, five days a week. Foster grandparents receive a small non-taxable stipend and other benefits. Contact Susan Alberto at 325-5206.

Senior Adults Legal Assistance program at Eastside Neighborhood Center of Catholic Charities, 2150 Alum Rock Ave. handles cases in Legal Assistance, Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Medicare. First and third Thurs. of each month (60 years or older – free). By appointment only at 251-0215.

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) is offered free to assist the elderly with Medicare problems and help with Health Insurance . Eastside Neighborhood Center of Catholic Charities, 2150 Alum Rock Ave. Call 251-0215 for more information.

The Geriatric Advisory Program is a service providing documented analysis, advice and resources to those caring for aging family members and is available through the Almaden Valley Counseling Service. Sliding scale fees available. 975-2988.

CHILDREN/FAMILY EVENTS

March 20 – Saturday

California Theater Center presents “The Hobbit.” At the Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre on Saturday, at 11 a.m. Join the adventure with the reluctant hero Bilbo Baggins , as he recovers treasure from the terrible dragon Smaug, in J.R.R. Tolkein's magical beginning to the “ Lord of the Rings” Tickets are $11 advance purchase and $12 at the door. For more information, visit  www.ctcinc.org or call 245-2978.

March 22 – Monday

Leigh High School presents its Annual Family Fun Night from 6 – 9 p.m.! This fundraiser will help the LHS Boys Varsity Basketball Team and the LHS Swim Team to buy needed equipment and send our basketball team to the Varsity Basketball Tournament in Hawaii in December. Events include bingo and prize raffles For additional information, prize donations or to purchase tickets, contact Lauren Sabia at missgorgeous74@hotmail.com. Tickets are $20 dollars each.

March 23 – Tuesday

Barnes and Noble Almaden hosts “Toddler Tuesday Morning Storytime ,” a weekly read aloud session that begins at 10 a.m.

March 25 – Thursday

Bring the ‘jammies and get ready to cuddle up to a great story at Barnes and Noble Almaden's Thursday night Pajamarama Storytime held at the store each week at 7 p.m.

April 2 – Friday

St. Stephen's Episcopal School, Pre-8 th , 500 Shawnee Lane will be holding an Open House from 9 – 11:30 a.m. This event includes an introduction to the school which offers personalized education, small classes, field trips, and enrichment programs such as computer, science, and Spanish. Extended childcare is offered from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. For more information, call 365-2927, or visit www.ststephenssj.com .

Ongoing

New at the Tech! Genetics: Technology With A Twist
Explore the forefront of emerging genetic technologies by taking on the roles of genetic counselor, scientist and even a policymaker. Understand the new opportunities genetic research has provided, and face personal and social choices that arise from the intimate knowledge of what we are made of. Sequence a gene, use microscopes to see real chromosomes, and engage in discussions about the ethical issues associated with developing genetic technologies. With new Tech Tags, visitors can even grow bacteria in our wet lab, post findings to their very own web site, and track their experiment's progress online days later.

Attention dog lovers ! Join the canines of Society Dog for engaging walks and socialization. Walkers meet the second Saturday of each month at the Los Gatos Town Plaza at 10:00. Social hour begins at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday evenings are “Bark in the Dark” nights. Meet at the Los Gatos Town Plaza at 6:30 p.m. each Tuesday evening, and at Willow Glen Elementary School at 6:30 each Thursday evening. For more information call 671-3417 or visit www.Societydog.com.

New at the Tech! The Tech Museum of Innovation announces the opening of it new exhibit: Engineer It! Visitors of all ages will have a great time designing boats, buildings, bridges, windmills, and airplanes, and testing their performance in water tanks, earthquake simulators, and wind tunnels. Engineer It! is a highly interactive traveling exhibition that presents science as an open-ended discovery process; there are no write or wrong answers. Every station offers a fun and challenging activity where visitors are encouraged to “think it, build it, and test it.”

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

March 19 - Friday

Crafters Who Care - Since this group began at the Evergreen Community Center one year ago, the Crafters

have donated over 400 handmade creations to needy children here in San Jose and around the world.  Sponsored by the Silver Creek Church, this group is a fun way for women to connect with each other while doing something worthwhile. Women who like to knit or crochet, and those who would like to learn are invited to join. Beginners are welcome! Crafters meet on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month from 10 a.m. to noon in room 1 of the Evergreen Community Center , 4860 San Felipe Road. Contact Dee Castagnoli at 238-7956 for more information, or if you have yarn you would like to donate!

Ongoing:

Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary , a non-profit organization dedicated to providing care to animals, has volunteer opportunities
for foster caregivers for kittens and cats and for petfaire workers for our Saturday PetClub events.
For more information, visit www.safehavenanimalsanctuary.org, or contact us through volunteer@safehavenforanimals.com or call 420-7233.

Kaiser Santa Teresa has an array of volunteer opportunities available, with our greatest need being at the Information Desks. Weekday, weekend, and evening shifts are available. If you are 18 or older, please call 972-6233 or e-mail Debbe.Brewer@kp.org

Child Advocates of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties is looking for volunteers to mentor and speak up for abused and neglected children/youth who have been placed in the foster care system. To find out how you can make a difference in the life of a child, call (408) 416-0400 or e-mail info@cadvocates.org.

The Restorative Justice Program is currently seeking community members who enjoy working with youth and wish to reduce juvenile crime and violence by becoming a NAB member. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact Rosalinda Lara at (408) 929-1080 ext. 326.

Sacred Heart Community Service needs volunteers to assist in our Self-Sufficiency Programs, including Youth and Adult Education, JobLink and Embracing Families. Bilingual volunteers are especially needed. For more information contact the Volunteer Office at 278-2171 or visit www.sacredheartcommunityservice.org .

Child Abuse Prevention Center is seeking volunteers to join the Volunteer Case Aide program, which assists children and their families by providing services requested by county social workers. Call (650) 595-7640 for more information.

March 19 – Friday

The Almaden Valley Rotary Club will present Greg Shea of United Airlines speaking about “TED” at Three Flames Restaurant, 1547 Meridian Avenue. Lunch is $13 each.

March 19 – 21

The 22 nd Annual San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival offers a special San Jose edition at Camera 3 Cinemas in San Jose. The event will present more than 20 films and videos from six countries. For more information and tickets, call 415-865-1588 or visit www.naatanet.org/festival.

March 22 - Monday S tar viewing at EVC's Montgomery Hill Observatory .  Come gaze at the winter evening sky from 8 to 9:30 p.m. at the new Montgomery Hill Observatory at Evergreen Valley College. Recommended for ages 10 and older. For reservations, please call (408) 270-6490 before 6:00 pm. The events will be cancelled if it's raining or clouds cover most of the sky .  

Ongoing

Welcome Wagon #3 is a non-profit, diverse group of volunteers dedicated to charity, community and each other. Welcome Wagon offers 15+ activity groups of various interests for our members to enjoy. Twice yearly WW hosts charity events to raise funds, giving back to the community. WW #3 meets as a whole on the third Wednesday of each month for luncheons and programs to various restaurants in the area. New members are always welcome! For additional information, call our new member hotline at 445-7015. Ask for President Glenda or membership chairs Beverly or Barbara.

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.