June 23, 2005

Calendar of local events

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

THEATER
June 11 – July 17
San Jose Repertory Theatre presents Avner the Eccentric in “Exceptions to Gravity.” This wonderful family show features Avner, an indescribable one-man disaster who will make you smile with his unique brand of humor. A “must see” for everyone who loves to laugh. This show is appropriate for children as young as eight. Tickets are $11 - $52 each. For tickets and additional information, call the box office at 367.7255 or buy online at www.sjrep.com.

MUSIC
June 25 – 26
Bethel Church, 1201 S. Winchester Blvd presents “Celebrate America – I Pledge My Allegiance” Featuring The Voices of Bethel (our 100-voice choir) and The Bethel Orchestra, Multimedia and Audience Participation. Performance times are 7 p.m. on 6/25 and 10 a.m. on 6/26. Admission is free, general seating. Doors will open approximately one hour before each performance. Immediately following the Sunday production, there will be food, fun and games for the entire family out on the lawn. For additional information, visit our website at www.bethel.org. or call 246-6790 x 114.

June 30 - Thursday
The Mormon Tabernacle Choir will be in concert at the HP Pavilion in San Jose at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at The Pavilion box office and Beehive Bookstore (377-9452) 1977 Wyrick Ave in San Jose. Tickets can also be ordered (with added charges) by phone and online at Ticketmaster.com, or by phone at 998.TIXS or 415.421.TIXS, for the concert.

CHILDREN & FAMILY
June 15 – August 30
CineLux Theatres invites kids and their families to spend summer mornings at the movies for their annual Free Family Film Festival. The festival kicks-off with shows starting at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Seating is first-come-first-serve. Participating theatres include the Plaza 4 Theatre at 2501 Winchester Boulevard in Campbell. The film festival runs through August 2005. For more information about the festival, visit CineLux Theaters’ web site at www.CineLux Theatres.com

June 25 - Saturday
Enjoy a different musician, singer or artist every week at Vasona Lake County Park’s “Vasona Vibrations” Outdoor Music Series. Shows run from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and attendees should meet on the Ranger office lawn. Participants can bring a picnic dinner or enjoy the park’s concessions. For more information and lineups, call 354-2608 or visit www.southbayfolks. org/vasona. Vasona Lake County Park is located at 333 Blossom Hill Road in Los Gatos.

June 25 – Saturday
Discover what coyotes look like, where they live and how they survive at Santa Teresa County Park’s “Calling All Coyotes” guided moonlight hike from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Participants should meet at the Pueblo Group area and bring water, flashlights and layered clothing. Call 225-0225 for more information. Santa Teresa County Park is located at 260 Bernal Road.

July 2 – Saturday
Humane Society Silicon Valley Patriotic Pet Day at Santana Row! 12-4 pm Dress your pet in patriotic colors & walk in our Patriotic Pet Parade! Parade starts at 2 pm. Patriotic accessories available at Mutt Store in Santana Row Park Valencia near Olin Ave. Hot weather pet tips, dog clicker training demonstrations and more!

July 2-3
Paramount’s Great America Celebrates Independence Weekend with a two-night firework extravaganza choreographed to popular and patriotic music. Park open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. both days with fireworks beginning at 10 p.m. fro more information visit www. pgathrills.com/events.

July 4 – Sunday
In celebration of America’s Independence Day, Church on the Hill, 500 Sands Drive, will host its fourth annual “Spirit of America” Family Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza Show on Sunday, July 4th from 5:00-10:00 p.m The whole family is encouraged to attend for an evening of outdoor fun. For more information, visit their website at www.churchonthehill.com and clicking on “Spirit of America”.

CLASSES
July 2 – Saturday
Join Dr. Shirley Reekie at Lexington Reservoir County Park from 9 a.m. to noon as she provides free instruction on the basics of kayaking. Kayaks will be provided for participants ages 16 and older. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and everyone must be able to swim at least 100 yards. There is also a weight limit of 250 pounds. A $5 vehicle entry fee will be in effect. To register, please contact 355-2255 or kathleen.hooper@prk.sccgov.org. Lexington Reservoir County Park is located at 17770 Alma Bridge Road in Los Gatos.

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 www.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
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
Ongoing:
Sacred Heart Community Service needs teen or adult volunteers to tutor children grades 4 through 8 in mathematics, reading and computer skills, as well as accompanying students on weekly field trips at the Academic Summer Day Camp program. Tutors must be at least high school juniors and 16 years old. Adults and college students are welcome. High school sophomores may join with a recommendation letter from their high school principal. Camp is scheduled Monday, June 27 – Thursday, July 28 and runs from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. each weekday. Tutors are asked to volunteer one full week or one day per week. To sign up for an orientation, or for more information, contact the Volunteer Office at Sacred Heart Community Service: 408.278.2171 or volunteers@sacredheartcommuntiyservice.org.

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.

June 23 – 25
eBay Live! is the one time every year when the entire eBay Community gets together to celebrate achievements, meet old friends and make new ones, and learn ways to be even more successful on eBay. This year we’ll be taking over the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, the Civic Auditorium, Montgomery Theater, Marriott, Hilton, plus museums, parks, and meeting rooms in surrounding areas. Whether you’re new to eBay or an experienced PowerSeller, eBay Live! is an important part of your success!

June 27 – Monday
The Tech Museum’s “Conversations with the Future” Series kicks off with a discussion from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. lead by Baroness Susan Greenfield, the first female Head of the Royal Institute and world-renowned Oxford Professor. Her discussion will be about: “Tomorrow’s People: How future technology is changing the way we think and feel.” A cocktail reception begins at 6 p.m., with the presentation running from 7 -8:30 p.m. General admission is $35, Tech member admission is $25, and student admission is $10.

Ongoing
StrollerStriders Ongoing outdoor exercise and fitness program now enrolling for moms with stroller-age children focusing on endurance, toning, and core bodywork in a social atmosphere designed for moms. Program consists of 45-60 min. workouts up to three times per week at the Los Gatos Creek Trail and Campbell Park. Bring stroller, baby jogger, towel, water, and sunscreen with baby to Campbell Park located at 2 Gilman Ave. at Campbell Ave. Meet at Bridge at 9:15 a.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays. Proceeds to benefit American Cancer Society and first class is free. Call 482-9516 or see www.strollerstrider.com for more information.
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 atzc2mom@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 sponsors@almadenart winefestival.com.

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.