April 22, 2004

Calendar of local events

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

MUSIC
April 24 – Saturday
The Almaden Adventure in the Arts series presents noted master guitarist Alex De Grassi slated to perform at Joint Venture Churches of Almaden. This Grammy-nominated performer is considered on of the world’s top finger-style, steel string acoustic guitarists. This concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $15 general and $8 for students. Child care will be provided. For more information, call 268-0243.

THEATER
April 13 – May 2
“Thoroughly Modern Millie”, winner of six 2002 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is coming to the Center for the Performing Arts in downtown. Based on the 1967 Oscar-winning film, this production takes audiences back to the height of the jazz age in New York City and the antics of “modern” Millie Dillmount. For tickets and show times, call 888-455-SHOW or visit www.amtsj.org.

April 23 - May 1
West Valley College Theater presents “M*A*SH” at the West Valley College Theater, 14000 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga (off Highway 85).  Performances are 8 p.m. on Friday & Saturday April 23, April 24th, April 30th , May 1st &
Thursday April 29th.  Matinees are 2pm on Sunday April 25 & Saturday May 1st.
For more information call 741-2048.

April 23 – May 8
Written by Samuel Taylor, “Sabrina Fair” is a sophisticated romantic comedy that explores the democracy of love. Set in Long Island, 1953, this classically crafted comedy of manners revolves around a bright young woman, her three attractive suitors and two divergent families, who grant us a glimpse into the culture of America’s aristocracy at the brink of social democracy. Performance times are Fridays at 8 p.m. and on Saturdays at 3 p.m. & 8 p.m. All Performances will be held at the Tabard Theater on South Valley Christian Church campus, 590 Shawnee Lane, San Jose. Ticket prices are Adults $15; Seniors $12; Students $10. For Ticket reservations and Information: 408-979-0231 or visit www.tabardtheatre.org.

DANCE
April 23 – 25
“Silly Simon” was first presented by Royal Danish Ballet in October 1989 in Copenhagen, Denmark under the name, “Klods Hans”. It is based on a story by the same name from Hans Christian Andersen. “Silly Simon” is just one of five Andersen tales that has been used as source material for a children’s ballet by Lise la Cour. That entire collection of ballets has been purchased by Ballet San Jose Silicon Valley and will be presented in their children’s series over the next 3 seasons. All of the sets, costumes, and musical recordings for “Silly Simon” are from the original production in Denmark. The score is a commissioned work by Bent Fabricius-Bjerre. Silly Simon will be appearing at the San Jose Repertory Theater from April 23 – 25. For more information, call 288-2800.

April 25 – Sunday
The Niosha dance show, held at the Santa Clara Convention Center, will include traditional Persian dances and music as well as bandari, lezgi and belly dancing. Several new dances have been added to this year, making this a must-see production. The performance begins at 5 p.m. Niosha has performed to sell out audiences every year, so advance purchase tickets are recommended. A portion of the proceeds from this production will benefit children with cancer. To purchase tickets online, visit www.NIOSHA.com or call 510-573-2804.

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.

MEETINGS
April 27 - 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/.

April 27– 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.

April 27– 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.

April 27 – Tuesday
The S. Bay Civil War Round-Table will meet at 6:30pm at Coco’s Restaurant on Hamilton Ave. in Campbell. We’ll hear Lee Merideth speak about “The Sinking of the “Sultana”.  Come to listen and talk about military history. To receive our newsletter, or additional information, contact Bill Noyes at 374-1541.

April 28 – 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

April 28 – 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.
April 28– 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 28 – Wednesday
Santa Clara Valley Chapter of Embroiderers’ Guild of America host both day and evening meetings each month. Daytime meetings are on the third Wednesday of each month, at 10 a.m. at Westhope Presbyterian Church, 12850 Saratoga Avenue. Evening meetings are on the third Thursday of each month, at 7 p.m. at Sunny View Manor Lutheran Home Community Room, 22445 Cupertino Road. Call Kathy Benson at 578-5917 for more information.

April 28 – Wednesday
American Business Women’s Association Changing Times Chapter meets on the third Wednesday of each month 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.

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
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
April 26 & 28
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.

April 27 – 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.

April 28 - 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 30 – Friday
The Almaden Valley Athletic Club Senior Wellness Activities presents a Journaling Class by local author Kymberli Brady held in the AVAC Conference Room from 1 – 3 p.m. Members and guests are welcome. Please call Mary Ann at 445-4931.

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
April 24 – Saturday
A van tour of the Almaden Quicksilver Park will be held from 9a.m. to 1:30p.m. Limited seating is available with a $5 donation. Come and learn the history of the park in an easy-on-the-feet venue. Meet at the Almaden Mining Museum, 21350 Almaden Road. For additional information, call 323-1107.

April 24 – Saturday
The Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League is currently holding registration for the fall soccer season. Returning players can register either on-line at www.almaden soccer.org from April 5th to May 15th, or in person. New players must bring proof of age and register in person at Bret Harte Middle School on Saturday April 24th from 10am to 2pm. The cost is $110 per player

April 24 – Saturday
See Spring in full bloom at the Guadalupe Gardens annual spring gardening event, “Spring in Guadalupe Gardens,” which features plant sales, garden art, expert gardening advice and much more. This event will be held in Columbus Park in Guadalupe Gardens from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Admission is free to all. For more information, call 298-7657 or visit www.grpg.org.

April 24 – Saturday
“Miss Nelson is Missing!”, a lively musical based on the popular book by Harry Allard and James Marshall, will play at the Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre, 550 East Remington Drive (just off El Camino Real) on Saturday morning, at 11am. Tickets are $11-12. For more information, visit  www.ctcinc.org or call 245-2978.

April 25 – Sunday
The San Jose Museum of Art invites you to join us from 11:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. for a free celebration of dance and art as Kids ArtSunday joins with the 2nd Annual Dancin’ Downtown, the South Bay’s opening event for National Dance Week, produced by sjDANCEco. Children and adults alike are invited to enjoy performances and participate in demonstrations by over 30 South Bay dance groups and to “get busy” with engaging hands-on art activities based on the Museum’s current exhibition, “Domestic Oddesey.” An adult must accompany children under the age of 13.

April 26 - Monday
Star viewing at EVC’s Montgomery Hill Observatory. Come gaze at the spring 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. 

April 28 – Wednesday
P&T Puppets presents “Goldilocks and the Three Teddy Bears” at the Vineland Branch Library, 1450 Blossom Hill Road. This show is 40 minutes in length and features a story within a story. Appropriate for the entire family. For more information, call 269-5063

May 1 – Saturday
The popular “Frog Prince” tale by the Grimm Brothers is about a spoiled and childish princess who promises to kiss a frog. At first she refuses to keep her promise but in time realizes the importance of honesty and honor. Her kiss breaks the spell and transforms the frog back into a handsome prince!

May 1 – Saturday
“Rubberama” Rubber Stamp & Paper Arts Festival will be at Parkside Hall from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This art rubber stamp convention featuring a variety of fun rubber stamps and accessories, such as stationery, stencils, memory scrap booking materials, embossing goods, stamp pads, markers, etc., to create your own hand-made greeting cards, invitations, scrapbooks, etc. This event features ongoing-demonstrations during the show as well as free mini-lectures and “make it and take it” classes. Admission is $6, children under 12 are free. For more information, visit ww.astampinthehand.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.

April 5 – Monday
BUGS! Returns to IMAX!
Visit the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, where predator meets prey. Witness the birth of hundreds of praying mantis and see a caterpillar emerging from a tiny egg to mature into a beautiful butterfly. Experience a world where life is measured in mere hours. Don’t miss this visually stunning IMAX film, narrated by distinguished actress Judi Dench.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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.

MISCELLANEOUS
April 25 – Sunday
The Lupus Foundation of Northern California tenth Annual 5K Run/Walk for Lupus will be held at West Valley College in Saratoga, beginning at 8 a.m. Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to participate. Over $11,000 in prizes will be awarded to the 1st – 3rd place male and female winners in all age categories. All participants will receive a free T-shirt, goody bag with gift certificates and a strawberry shortcake breakfast. Entry Fees are $20 for registration before April 16 and $25 thereafter or on race day. For more information or to register call 954-8600 or visit www.balf.org.

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.


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