May 26, 2005

Calendar of local events

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

THEATER
May 19 – June 5
Teatro Visión is excited to bring back “Santos & Santos” the ground breaking play by award winning playwright, Octavio Solis. Hard hitting and filled with insight into the absurdity of a corrupt ‘justice system,’ “Santos & Santos” depicts a family’s struggle with wealth and power. All performances will take place at The Mexican Heritage Plaza Theater, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San José Tickets are $14-17 each. Senior, student and group discounts are available. For more information and ticket reservations call 272-9926 or visit www.teatrovision.org. This production contains adult themes.

CHILDREN & FAMILY
May 27 – 30
The Tech Museum and Transitions Optical, Inc are hosting a new exhibit “Eye Didn’t Know That!” created to help people of all ages learn more about healthy vision. The exhibit is traveling nationwide, and was developed by a team of eye care professionals, science and education experts. This exhibit features fun activities, interactive kiosks, and a short video to teach children and their families the fundamentals about eyes and how they see. Visitors can explore the wonders of the visible and invisible light spectrum; learn about the dangers of UV radiation and glare and how to protect against them; look through a cataract; and see how corrective and photochromic lenses work. Exhibit hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

May 28 – Saturday
Recreation Plus Sports presents free basketball camp for boys and girls grades K – 8 at Campbell Middle School (outside courts) from 10 – 11:30 a.m. All skill levels are welcomed and encouraged. For more information or to register, call 376-4196 or email info @recreationplus.org.

May 28 – Saturday
Final Performance of “The Sleeping Beauty”! See the splendor of the Renaissance in this wondrous fairy tale which pits evil against knowledge and courage. When the most unpleasant fairy in the kingdom is mistakenly not invited to the princess’ christening, she casts a spell that makes the entire kingdom sleep for 100 years. “The Sleeping Beauty” will play at the Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre, 550 East Remington Drive (just off El Camino Real), at11a.m. Single tickets are $11.00 in advance and $12.00 at the door. Call 245-2978 for reservations. For more information, visit www.ctcinc.org.

June 4 – Saturday
MLS Futbolito, Major League Soccer’s official 4-v-4 amateur soccer tournament, will be in San Jose at SJSU’s Spartan Stadium, 1257 S. 10th Street. This amateur tournament targets the league’s growing multicultural fan base and is open to players of all ages, abilities and affiliations. Team rosters can consist of up to seven players and each team will play a minimum of three games in round-robin action. In addition to the games, each registered player will receive an official MLS Futbolito event t-shirt, one ticket to a MLS game (in MLS markets only) and the chance to win various prizes from Panasonic and RadioShack. Legendary midfielder Carlos “El Pibe” Valderrama will greet guests and sign autographs at most events. The entrance fee is $150 per team for those competing in the Premier Division and $120 per team for all other divisions. Games start at 9 a.m. Teams can register online in Spanish or English at www.MLSFutbolito.com or by calling 866-965-7484.

June 4 – Saturday
Join with tamale lovers and aficionados from all over the region at Emma Prusch Farm Park for the 2005 Story Road Tamale Festival, celebrating this rich cultural heritage. See who makes the best tamales, enjoy great food and two stages of live entertainment, including the music of “Malo”. There’s fun for everyone including tamale eating contests, tamale cooking demonstrations, unique arts and crafts, plus special fun activities for the children. Emma Prusch Farm Park is located just off Highway 280 and 101, at Story and King Road, in San Jose. The Festival opens to the public at 10 AM and admission is free. For more information, visit www.storyroad.org.

CLASSES
Ongoing
Silicon Valley Aquatic Association, located at the Gunderson High School Aquatic Center in San Jose, is now accepting advance registration for the following summer aquatics programs:  Red Cross Swim Lessons, Recreation Swim Team, Baby Aquatics and Adult Swim Lessons.  All summer programs begin in June. Please call the SVAA office at (408) 227-5884 or visit ww.siliconvalleyaquaticassocation.org.
Fine Art Lesssons: Fine Art Classes in Watercolor, Oil and Soft Pastel with Gillian Lane Altieri, at the New Almaden Community Center, Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Beginning and intermediate classes, all skill levels are invited. $20 per lesson or $60 per month (3-4 lessons).Call 268-2990 for information and materials lists.
ACE Tennis Academy offers tennis instruction for boys and girls ages 7-17, from beginner to tournament level players. Classes are offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For more information and registration, phone 650-302-4250 or e-mail acetennis@sbcglobal.net.

HEALTH
Ongoing:
Aasha Pediatrics, 2060 Aborn Rd., Suite 230, (behind Red Lobster) is offering free consultation on newborn care to expectant parents. Get all your questions answered toward being best prepared for the arrival of your child. For a personal appointment, call Dr. Meena Sathappan at 274-9099. www.aashapediatrics.com
Bay Area Alzheimer’s Association now includes meetings at Kaiser Santa Teresa. Meetings are held in the San Jose Kaiser Family Health Center, Conference Room C, 3rd Floor, located at 276 International Circle. For more information call 800-660-1993.

FIFTY PLUS
May 29 – Sunday
Join a group of mature, adventurous women for an early morning paddle at Vasona Lake County Park from 8 - 11 a.m. A potluck breakfast in the park follows the event. Call 354-2608 for reservations or information. Vasona Lake County Park is located at 333 Blossom Hill Road in Los Gatos.

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.
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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Water Wizard Festival volunteers needed for a Friday, May 27, event for 300 local third grade students and their teachers. A variety of opportunities exist, such as preparing materials ahead of time, setting up the fun stations the day before, teaching the youngsters the day of, and so much more! We are in great need for volunteers on the day of the festival (May 27) from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.!

Ongoing:
The Campbell Highland Games Association is seeking volunteers for all day on Friday and Saturday June 17-18 for the 27th Annual Campbell Scottish Highland Games and Celtic Gathering. The event is June 18 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Campbell Community Center, but the work starts now. High school and Church community service groups are also welcome. If you are interested, call 219-9264, or 629-9325.
Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley, www.wcsv.org, seeks center volunteers and home care volunteers to care for injured and orphaned wildlife for release back to the wild. We also need volunteers to help with educational outreach, database/office management, landscaping, facilities planning and fundraising. The Wildlife Center, located in San Jose, has an active and enthusiastic corps of volunteers committed to welcoming and training new supporters.  Join us in giving a hand to our Silicon Valley wildlife. Email Patricia at volunteer@wcsv.org or call 929-WILD (9453) ext. 350 for orientation dates.

MISCELLANEOUS
April 15 – July 31
History Park San Jose will present “Macau - Universal Heritage,” a photographic exhibition of 52 vibrant images featuring Macau’s historical architecture. The exhibit is open Tuesdays through Sundays, 12 to 5 p.m. The photographs focus on buildings and sites presented by the People’s Republic of China to UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) in a proposal for Macau’s classification as a World Heritage site.

May 28 – Saturday
The Morgan Center is hosting a “Second Chance Prom”in the Fellowship Hall, Church of the Valley,400 N Winchester Blvd., Santa Clara 7:30 - 11:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person . Celebrate with live music, great food and a cause that touches the entire community. The after school program meets daily to encourage the development of autistic kids by putting them together with other non-disabled kids and teens so that they can mutually benefit from positive social interaction. Call 247-0037 to purchase tickets or donate to this important cause.

June 7 – Tuesday
Two Opera San Jose resident artists will be singing at the final General Club Meeting of the San Jose Women’s Club The luncheon, program and meeting will be held at the beautiful historic clubhouse located at 75 So. 11th Street. The luncheon  begins at 2 p.m.. There is a $10 fee. Make checks payable to SJWC and mail to Maxine Lubow 518 S. 13th St. San Jose ,CA 95112. Further information: 286-7892

Ongoing
Campbell High Class of 1980 25th Reunion: August 6, 2005 at the Campbell Community Center.  Open to classes of 1978-1981. For more information contact Tami Gee-De Fiore at 866-1284 or www.campbellhighreunion.com
Silver Creek High Class of 1985 Reunion: October 15, 2005 at the Hilton San Jose and Towers, 300 Almaden Blvd. Contact Michelle (Madden) Corbo at zc2mom@comcast.net or Erin (Maloney) Johnson at johnson@datapathway.com for more information.
The Almaden Valley Women’s Club is currently seeking sponsors for The 29th Annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival held at Almaden Lake Park on Sunday September 25, 2005.The Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival sponsorship program enables corporations, small businesses, and individuals to support the community through the philanthropic activities of the Almaden Valley Women’s Club. Different levels of sponsorship are available. Information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival can be found at www.almadenartwinefestival.com. Interested sponsors please contact Ellen Hudson-Snyder at sponsors@almadenartwinefestival.com.

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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.