April 13, 2006

Calendar of local events

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

ART
March 24 – May 20
The San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) will showcase “Driving by Braille,” a video by Kerry Loewen in the gallery’s First Street window.  “Driving by Braille” is part of the ICA’s installation series “Night Moves,” providing after-dark programming in the gallery’s front and rear windows, giving the ICA a nighttime presence while  animating the downtown cultural landscape. The San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Saturday, 12 – 5 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Admission to exhibitions is free.

April 1 – 15
Sonya Paz Fine Arts Gallery presents “City of Fools” a reflection of original works emphasizing fun city life. This exhibit features artists Christine Benjamin, Anthony DiFatta and Sonya Paz. The Sonya Paz Gallery is located at 1793 Lafayette Street, Suite 110 in Santa Clara. For more information, visit www.sonyapaz.com of call 294-7900.

DANCE
April 20 - 23
Ballet San Jose Silicon Valley presents “Les Sylphides” and “Slavonic and Hungarian Dances” with the World Premiere of “Moon Reflection on Crystal Spring” and a Special Guest Performance of “Strange Fruit” by Oscar Hawkins. All performances held at The San Jose Center for the Performing Arts in downtown San Jose. Tickets are $22 - $74. For more information call the Box Office at 288-2800 or but online at www.balletsanjose.org.

THEATER
March 18 – April 16
San Jose Repertory Theatre is pleased to present the Bay Area premiere of Rolin Jones’ comedy “The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow: An Instant Message with Excitable Music”, playing March 18 – April 16. Directed by Kim Rubenstein, This quirky techno-comedy centers on 22-year-old Jennifer Marcus, (Sue Jean Kim) a brilliant, yet obsessive-compulsive, agoraphobic woman and her quest to find her Chinese birth mother with the help of a robotic version of herself, dubbed Jenny Chow. This show is presented as a co-production with Portland Center Stage. Tickets are available at the San Jose Rep Box Office, 101 Paseo de San Antonio or can be purchased online at www.SJRep.com or by calling 367-7255.

CHILDREN/FAMILY
April 13 - 16
Holy Week Services at Willow Glen United Methodist Church, 1420 Newport Avenue in San Jose: Maundy Thursday service, April 13, 7:30 pm; Good Friday service, April 14, 7:30 pm; Easter Sunday services, April 16, 8:45 am and 11:00 am with a Children's Easter Egg Hunt at 10:00 am. For more information: info@wgumc.org or call 294-9796
www.wgumc.org

April 15 – Saturday
Easter Egg Hunt: The San Jose Junior Chamber is hosting the Annual San Jose Jaycee Easter Egg Hunt in Bramhall Park, 1101 Camino Ramon, starting at 10 a.m. For ages 3-10. Don't forget your basket! To learn more, please visit our website at www.sjjaycees.org. To learn more, please visit our website at www.sjjaycees.org.

April 15 – Saturday
Join Almaden families for a fun community adventure at “The Hunt”! Bring your family to T.J. Martin Park and hang out while the kids hunt for colored eggs, filled with candy and prizes. Have your picture taken at no charge , and free refreshments, too! The Hunt begins at 1:30 p.m.

April 15 - Saturday
Ariel Dance Studio, 2385 Winchester Blvd in Campbell will be offering a free Children’s Dance Workshop. To register and receive dance workshop schedule information, call 621-2790 or email info@arieldanceproductions.com.

April 16 – Sunday
Old Fashion Easter Celebration at Grant County Park: -Join the Easter Bunny from 1 – 3 p.m. for an old fashioned celebration. Play games, make crafts and chance to win the golden egg.  Meet at the Ranch House Rose Garden and don't forget your Easter basket!  Call 274-6121 for information. 

April 23 – Sunday
Salon Rache, 1875 South Bascom in Campbell’s Pruneyard is sponsoring a Cut-A-Thon fundraiser. All funds collected will go to support 18-month-old Gabriel who is battling cancer. All haircuts are $25 (regularly $50 - $70) and first 50 callers will receive a complimentary gift bag. In addition, all participants will be entered in a drawing to win $200 in Kerastase Paris products customized to their needs. Call 377-2255 to set up an appointment.

April 27 – 30
Children’s Musical Theater San Jose presents “Disney’s Aladdin Jr.” at the Montgomery Theater in downtown San Jose. Filled with magic, mayhem and flying carpet rides, audiences will be swept away with excitement by an award winning score written by the creators of “Beauty and the Beast” and “Aida,” including "A Whole New World" and "Friend Like Me". “Disney’s Aladdin Jr.” is directed and choreographed by CMT artist-in-residence Shannon Self. Tickets are $15 adults, $12 children 12 and under. Special Target® Family Matinee performance Saturday, April 29 at noon, all tickets $7.25. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit the CMTSJ web site at www.cmtsj.org or call 288-5437.

April 29 - Saturday
“Ready, Set, Play" is the theme of the 17th Annual San José Children's Faire held to celebrate the "Month of the Young Child." The Children's Faire features over 50 activity booths sponsored by organizations and businesses with services and/or products for families with young children. Each booth offers a free, hands-on activity for children aged 2-12, as well as child development resources for parents and caregivers. Family entertainment, special attractions, exhibits, and food are also offered. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the annual "Month of the Young Child" Second Harvest Food Bank drive. Event hours are 11a.m. – 4 p.m.

April 30 – Sunday
29th Annual Nikkei Matsuri (Japanese American Cultural Arts Festival) will features Japanese American foods, arts and crafts, performing arts on two stages and cultural art displays in the heart of San Jose Japantown. Jackson Street between Fourth and Sixth Streets. Event hours are 9:30a.m.-4 p.m., Free Admission. For more information visit www.nikkeimatsuri.org or call 241-0900.

CLASSES
Ongoing
Fine Art Classes will be held on Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m at the New Almaden Community Club, Bertram Rd (behind La Foret Restaurant). Instruction in oil, watercolor, pastel, and acrylic. All skill levels welcome. Go to www.galafineart.com or call 268-2990 for more information and materials lists.
Starting in April, beginner Italian Classes will be offered on Monday mornings at Holy Cross Parish, 580 East Jackson Street in San Jose, CA 95112-2736. For more information or to register please call 646-0232.
German Language Classes!. South Bay Deutscher Schulverein, a German-Language Saturday School, offers German language instructions at the Willow Glen Educational Park, Middle School Section, 2001 Cottle Avenue, CA 95125. The school offers pre-school/kindergarten through adult courses on Saturdays from 9:00 - 12:00.  For more information visit our website www.sbds.org or call 266 5100. Please note that no information is available weekdays at the school location. 

FIFTY PLUS
April 15 – Saturday
The Willows Senior Center is holding a Spring Fling and Egg Hunt. For more information contact Jeff Ford at 448-6400.

MISCELLANEOUS
April 14 – Friday
Pioneer High School’s National Art Honor Society is sponsoring an Art Gallery showcasing Pioneer HS student projects from 3 -9 p.m. at Camilles Sidewalk Café, 864 Blossom Hill Rd., Suite A, located near Albertsons on Santa Teresa and Blossom Hill.   Plan on eating dinner!  Mention Pioneer HS Art Club and the club will receive 10% of the proceeds.  Thank you for supporting Pioneer Art Club.”

April 15 – Saturday
Pet Estate Planning & Emergency Preparedness: Hosted by San Jose Animal Care and Services. This seminar offers information on Emergency planning for you and your pets, how to include pets in your estate plans; legal options such as pet trusts, the pros and cons of "willing" your pets to animal sanctuaries and perpetual care programs, and the health benefits of having companion animals as members of your family. This is a free class held at the San Jose Animal Care Center, 2750 Monterey Road in San Jose. No reservations required, all ages welcome. Visit www.sanjoseanimals.com for more information.

April 17 - 21
A Work of Heart – Paper Arts Studio, 1060 Willow Street in San Jose, offers open studio time for school aged kids ( 6+) daily during Spring Break. Open studio time can be used to work on any sort of art or craft we have available. Studio assistants are on hand to help students start their project. Fees are $20/session or $30/day Some projects have a separate materials fee. We donate $5 per day/per student back to their school or non-profit organization. Pre-Registration is required and space is limited. Visit www.aworkofheart.com, call 408-291-0070 or email andrea@aworkofheart.com for more information.

April 21 – Friday
The Santa Clara County Division, of the California Retired Teachers Association, will meet for luncheon at the Elk’s Lodge, 444 West Alma Avenue, at noon. Join us for good food, fellowship, and music. Please call Roger Evans (294-8346) for reservations.

April 22 – Saturday
The National Kidney Foundation’s “SuperStride for Life” Walk comes to San Jose. The 5K self-paced walk will begin at 9 a.m. in St. James Park in downtown San Jose. This event features free refreshments, entertainment, goody bags and Walk T-Shirts. Walkers are asked to collect a minimum of $50 in pledges. Call the Walk Center at 415-543-3303 x109, or visit www.kidneynca.org to register.

April 29 – 30
Copa Coca-cola 2006 returns to San Jose: Some of the area’s best teen athletes will compete for the National Championship and a Chance to Represent the United States at the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany when more than 700 of the best teen soccer players will compete in 48 teams for a chance to win the national title and a trip to Germany. Winners advance to the nationals in June to compete for all-expenses paid travel to Germany as U.S. representatives as the 2006 FIFA World Cup. The tournament will take place at the Morgan Hill Soccer Complex at 16345 Murphy Ave., Morgan Hill.  Teens interested in participating can call 1-800-557-6570 or visit the website at www.copa.coca-cola.com. This event is sponsored by Coca-Cola Bottling Company of San Jose

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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.