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March 25, 2004 Calendar of local events Unless otherwise noted all phone numbers are in the 408 area code. MUSIC March 26 - 28 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 “Rhythym Docs” on the 26th “Pearl Alley Blues” on the 27th and “Bonedrivers” on the 28th. For additional information, call 268-8950. March 27 – Saturday The Coulter/Philips Ensemble will perform in concert at Joint Venture Churches of Almaden , 6581 Camden Avenue, as part of the Almaden Adventures in the Arts series. Instrumental music featuring Shaker hymns and dance tunes, Celtic, and traditional American songs will be performed by the quartet comprised of William Coulter on guitar, Barry Philips on cello and tabla, Shelly Philips on harp and woodwinds and Deby Benton Grosjean on fiddle. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. and ticket prices are $15 general admission and $8 for students. Child care will be provided. For more information, call 268-0243. April 3 - Saturday Symphony Silicon Valley presents “Spring Symphonies” at the Center for the Performing Arts in downtown. This program wil feature one of the premier American conductors of his generation, Leslie B. Dunner , who will lead a program based on the works of Mozart, Brahms , and American composer Samuel Barber . Performance time is 8 p.m., admission is $28 - $68. For additional information, call 288-2800 or visit www.symphonysiliconvalley.org March 30 – 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 organist Donald E. Dillard performing works by J.S. Bach and Frederick Schreiber. For more information, call 377-8155.
THEATER March 6 – April 3 The West Valley Light Opera Association will open its second production of its 39th 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 whoever 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.
ART 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.
MEETINGS . March 28 – 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 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 March 30 - 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 30– 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 30– 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 31 – 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 31 – 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 31 – 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. April 1 – Thursday No Fooling! The Almaden Business Association will hold an evening mixer and information meeting at Britannia Arms of Almaden, 5027 Almaden Expressway. Sponsored by Costco, this free event will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.. The ABA is a sub-group of the Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce, aimed at small business owners and professionals in the Almaden and Blossom Valley areas. ABA members are encouraged to bring a friend to meet and mingle with other area businesspeople. Representatives will be on hand to explain Costco's small business programs, and the benefits of membership in the Chamber and the ABA. For more information, contact Bob Swan at 398-4731. 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.
HEALTH March 27 – Saturday Paul B. Newman of Intero Real Estate Services is sponsoring the Stanford Bloodmobile at a Community Blood Drive held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Athenour Elementary School parking lot, 5200 Dent Avenue. To make an appointment, contact Linda Brown at 357-5721. All donors must be 17 – 74 years, weigh at least 110 pounds, be free of cold and/or flu symptoms. Eat before donating and drink plenty of fluids . March 30 - Tuesday The Community Hospital of Los Gatos is offering a free lecture series on Colorectal Cancer. Featured sspeakers will be Richard Adrouny M.D. on Medical Treatment Options and Genetics and Sally Talley, R.N. on Ostomy Care. All lectures begin at 6 p.m. in Conference Rooms 1 & 2 of CHLG, 815 Pollard Road in Los Gatos. Seating limited. Reserve a seat by phoning 1-888-257-5476, or register online at www.communityhospitalLG.com. April 2 - 4 The Annual Body, Mind, Spirit Educational Conference and Expo will be held at the Santa Clara Convention Center . This premiere event is the first national educational conference to focus attention on the mind-body fitness disciplines of Pilates, yoga, and gyrotonics. This event will feature 95 highly qualified presenters from around the country to teach 250 workshops to the over 1000 attendees. This event will also include a Product Expo Hall featuring national manufactures of Pilates equipment, Gyrotonic equipment, Yoga products and accessories, certification programs, retreats, clothing, and more. For additional information, visit www.bodymindexpo.com. 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 The New Almaden Community Center will be hosting a weekly yoga class on Mon/Wed/Fri. at 6 a.m. and on Tues/Thurs. at 7 a.m. Attendees should bring their own yoga mats, however, there are a limited number of pads available. For more information, contact Tara at 997-9383. Class fees are $6 each or $24 per week. Classes are appropriate for both beginner and intermediate levels.
FIFTY PLUS March 29 – May 3 The Campbell Senior Center will be hosting an Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Self-Help Course sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation in cooperation with the Stanford Arthritis Center . This course will focus on pain management, medications and the latest in exercise. In addition, experts will help participants design and carry out self-managed programs. Course hours are from 1 – 3 p.m. and the session includes a copy of the Arthritis Help Book and a relaxation tape. Fee waivers are available by request. Pre –registration is required and enrollment is limited. For additional information, call the Stanford Arthritis Center at 1-800-366-2624. March 29 & 31 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 29 – 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 30 – 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 31 - 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. April 2 – Friday The AVAC Senior Wellness program presents a Journaling Class under the direction of local author Kymberli Brady . The course will be held in the AVAC Conference Room from 1 – 3 p.m. Members and guests are welcome. Please call Mary Ann at 445-4931 fro additional information. April 3 – Saturday Fifty-Plus Lifelong Fitness has scheduled a free walk and run in Santa Cruz . Participants should meet at Lighthouse Field State Beach parking lot on West Cliff Drive, at 7:45 a.m. . Bring water and a friend! Fro more information, call (831) 426-4715, (831) 458-3767 or at www.50plus.org . 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 27 – Saturday The South Bay Scottish Society presents its Spring Scottish Ceilidh Dance (Pronounced “kay-lee”) and Social Gathering for the entire family , from 7 -10 p.m. at the Campbell Community Center, Rm E46. We'll teach you the easy dances, no partner needed. Dance Canadian Barn Dance, Gay Gordons, The Dashing White Sergeant, St. Bernard's Waltz, Pride of Erin, Swedish Masquerade, South Bay Square, Circasian Circle. Bring a snack to Share. SBSS will provide Sodas, water and ice (music and dancing!!) Admission is $8/Members & guests of members, $10/Non-Members. Children 8-18 $4, 7 and under are free. For more information, call Sandy Welsh at 629.9325 or email at Sandy.welsh@cbre.com. Visit our web site at www.southbayscots.org March 27 – 28 The Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum, 21350 Almaden Road, will host an exhibit of the art works of the award-winning artist, Jim Campbell . This exhibit will be presented in the New Room at Casa Grande . Exhibit hours are 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 323-1107. March 28 – Sunday San Jose Youth Symphony Second Annual Family Concert: Beethoven, Strauss, and the Pink Panther? Liszt, Brahms and Tom and Jerry? They're all on the program at this family fun event, “Cartoon in Concert.” Classic cartoons share the stage with a live performance of the classical music that inspired them. Special musical exhibits will be on display in the lobby. The “Cartoons in Concert” runs from 2 – 5 p.m. at the Civic Auditorium. Admission is $8 - $15 each. For more information, call 408-885-9220 or visit www.sjys.org/familyconcert.html March 30 – Tuesday Barnes and Noble Almaden hosts “Toddler Tuesday Morning Storytime ,” a weekly read aloud session that begins at 10 a.m. March 31 – April 3 The Leland High School Musical Theater Dept. presents “You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown.” This delightful musical is based on the beloved “Peanuts” characters created by the late Charles M. Schultz . This production combines the talents of Rian Rodriguez , Head of the LHS Music Dept. with those of Liz Taylor , Head of the LHS Theater Dept. Special guest Choreography was provided by Marc Racette . “You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown” opens on Mar. 31 and runs through April 3. All shows begin at 8 p.m. and admission is $10 general, $8 for students and children. For additional information, call 535-6290. April 1 – 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-8th, 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
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
March 26 - 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 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. MISCELLANEOUS March 27 – Saturday Roller Derby returns to the San Jose Civic Auditorium! See the Bay Bombers take on the Chicago Chiefs as the sport you loved in the 1960's and 70's roars back better than ever! Game time is 8 – 10 p.m. admission is $10 - $20 each. For more information, call 246-1160. March 29 - Monday Star 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.
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