August 26, 2004

Calendar of local events

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

MUSIC
September 4 – 6
Tapestry Arts Festival, showcasing over 25 amateur and professional artists on an outdoor guitar stage at the corner of Park Avenue and Almaden Blvd. in downtown San Jose. This free concert has become a much-anticipated annual event for both audiences and musicians alike. Scheduled performers include Classical guitarists Eric Symons and Daniel Roest, Latin guitarist Rico Stover and Latin/jazz guitarists Jeff Buenz and Babak Falsafi. Performance hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. For more information, visit www.sbgs.org.

ART
July 25 – October 11
Tokyo-based Artist, Yoshitomo Nara’s: Nothing Ever Happens will open at the San Jose Museum Of Art in downtown. This will be Nara’s first major solo museum exhibit in the united States and is accompanied by a 96-page catalogue with essays by pop icons including Billie Joe Armstrong of “Green Day,” author Dave Eggers and Debby Harry of “Blondie.” Nara’s deceptively simple paintings, drawings and sculptures invite viewers to reconnect with the defiant spirit that comes with youthful optimism and the belief that someday we may change the world. For more information, visit www.SanJoseMuseumofArt.org or call recorded information at 294-2787.

THEATER
August 20 – Sept. 12
Shady Shakespeare Theatre Company will present William Shakespeare’s tragic masterpiece “Hamlet,” directed by Dinna Myers, at the Outdoor Stage of Sanborn-Skyline County Park located at 16055 Sanborn Road (off Highway 9) in Saratoga, Calif. All performances are free to the public and no tickets are required. Performances are Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 7 p.m.

DANCE
August 28 – Friday
“A Rose in Love’s Garden” presented at the Montgomery Theater in San Jose, in a concert of Persian music, dance and poetry, featuring Nejad World Music Center and Ballet Afsaneh. Performance hours are form 8 – 10 p.m. and admission is $20 per person. For more information, visit wwwdancesilkroad.org or call 927-7004.

August 29 – Sunday
Dance Theater International will be holding open auditions for The San Jose Youth Ballet’s production of “Nutcracker.” Auditions will be from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the DTI studios, 4075 Evergreen Village Square, Suite 260. This in an open call for performers ages 7 – Adult. Prepared audition pieces are not required. For more information, call 274-7734 or visit www.dtidance.com.

MEETINGS
August 31 – 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.

August 31– Tuesday
Oakridge Century Theatres in association with Las Madres Neighborhood Playgroups presents CineMamas! A morning out to the movies for moms and their little ones. This group meets every Tuesday at 10 a.m., There are three showings to choose from, baby-safe sound levels, cheerios at the concession stand and a relaxing atmosphere with other moms who understand kids are kids! Check CineMamas.com for a weekly update on what is showing. Kids under 3 are free!

August 31– Tuesday
The San Pedro Squares Toastmasters Club meets every Tuesday from 7:00 - 8:30 a.m. at Denny’s Restaurant, 1001 East Capitol Epwy (near McLaughlin Rd. and Capitol Epwy). For more information, contact Kam Amin 404-1855, or kbamin@kbamin.com. Or check out our website at http://sanpedro.freetoasthost.org.

August 31 – Tuesday
Le Tip International, a business leads networking group meets every Tuesday at 7:15 a.m. at Denny’s Restaurant, 1140 Hillsdale Aveue. For more information, call 298-9131.
September 1 – 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

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:
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.
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.

CHILDREN/FAMILY EVENTS
August 1 – 31
August marks the 75th anniversary of the San Francisco Zoo! In celebration of this event, visitors to the Zoo during the month of August will have an opportunity to live fond memories of bygone days with special exhibitions and self-guided tours. The 100-acre zoological park was founded on its current site in 1929 and has been one of San Francisco’s most enduring recreational and educational attractions. The SF Zoo is on Sloat Blvd. and 47th Avenue, and is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information, call 415-753-7080 or visit www.sfzoo.org

August 27 – Friday
The San Jose Museum of Art and Gypsy Cinema/Populus presents: An Evening of Anime Film Classics, including “Speed Racer,” “Gigantor,” and “Astro Boy.” For more information, visit www.sanjosemuseumofart.org.

August 28 – Saturday
Step back in time as you visit historic sites during the Almaden Quicksilver History tour by van. The tour meets at the Quicksilver Mining Museum at 9 a.m.. The cost is $5 per person, tour hours are from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring sun protection, sturdy shoes, water and lunch.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Ongoing:
Child Advocates of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties is looking for volunteers to 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) 573-5618 or e-mail vickie@cadvocates.org.
EMQ Children and Family Services is a non-profit agency serving children struggling with severe emotional issues. EMQ is seeking adult mentors to connect with youth ages 7 – 17 for two hours per week. Training is provided. Applicants must be a licensed driver. Interested volunteers should call 335-1857 or visit www.emq.org.
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.
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
August 28 – 29
Kicking off Petco’s “Think Adoption First” initiative, Local Petco stores are sponsoring National Pet Adoption Weekend. Stores will be partnering with local animal welfare organizations to host in-store adoptions as well as offer information about adoptable animals in the community. To locate the nearest Petco, visit www.petco.com

September 18 – Saturday
The Willow Glen High School class of 1964 Reunion will be at the Hayes Mansion and Conference Center, 200 Edenvale Avenue beginning at 6:30 p.m. This event features a cocktail reception, food stations and dancing. For more information, call 259-7672 or email WillowGlen64@yahoo.com
September 18 – Saturday
Campbell High School’s Class of 1954 Reunion will be at the San Jose Hyatt Hotel, 1740 First Street from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. The cost is $75 per person. For more information, call Toots (Liz) Kirk Plett at 377-3094 or tootsie35@aol.com.

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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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.