September 16, 2004

Calendar of local events

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

MUSIC
September 16 - 18
Britannia Arms Almaden, 5027 Almaden Expressway presents live music every weekend. This week features “Flipside” on Sept. 16, “Switch” on Sept. 17, and “Tease” on Sept. 18. Performances begin at 9:45 p.m. For more information, and additional performance times, call 266-0550 or visit www.britanniaarms.com.

September 17 - 19
Almaden Feed and Fuel, 18950 Almaden Road, presents live music every Friday through Sunday. This week’s entertainment features “Bonedrivers” on Sept. 17, “Minus 4” on Sept. 18, and “Sweet & Sticky” on Sept. 19. For more information and performance times, call 268-8950.

September 18, 19, 21, 23, 25, 28 & Oct. 1, 3
The much-anticipated California Theater Debut Season of Opera San Jose opens with W.A. Mozart’s operatic masterwork, “The Marriage of Figaro.” The newly renovated 1,100-seat California Theater, 345 South San Carlos in San Jose, offers an intimate setting combining aesthetic beauty with state-of-the-art conveniences. Fro ticket information, call the box office at 427-4450 or visit www.operasj.org.

September 18 – Saturday
Barnes and Noble Almaden, 5353 Almaden Expressway, continues its musical offerings with “Grupo Germinal” as they celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with traditional Spanish folk music. Performance time is 7:30 p.m.

September 19 – Sunday
Bethel Church, 1201 South Winchester Blvd, welcomes all to attend a free Hymn Sing at 6 p.m. The congregation will be singing favorite old and new hymns and choruses, as well as taking hymn requests from the audience. Come and be inspired by our 100 voice choir. Fro more information, call 246-6790 x229 or visit www.bethel.org.

September 22 – Wednesday
The Celtic Society of Monterey Bay presents traditional Irish songstress, Niamh Parsons in concert at Espresso Garden, 814 Bascom Avenue in San Jose. Tickets are $15 General Admission. For reservations, call 847-6982.

September 25 – Saturday
Almaden Adventure in the Arts presents acclaimed Bluegrass quartet, “Highway One” performing at Joint Venture Churches of Almaden, 6581 Camden Avenue, in San Jose. Highway One is one of Northern California’s premier Bluegrass bands and has played to enthusiastic audiences since 1988. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $15 general, $8 for students. Child care will be provided. For more information, call 268-0243.

ART
August 28 – September 24
The Santa Clara Watercolor Society presents its 37th Annual Member Show, entitled “Conversation Pieces…Something to Talk About” in the Rose Shenson Gallery on the grounds of the Triton Museum of Art in Santa Clara. The public is invited to attend the awards and artist reception on Sunday, Sept. 12 from 1 – 4 p.m. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information, call 725-0383 or visit www.scvws.org.

THEATER
September 4 – October 3
George Bernard Shaw’s “Major Barbara,” an inspiring tale of big hearts and uncompromising ideals, will open the 2004 - 2005 Season of the San Jose Repertory Theater. Directed by Timothy Near, this classis tale tackles the thorny issues of religion, war, politics and social justice – themes as relevant now as when Shaw wrote it nearly a century ago. For tickets and additional information, call the box office at 367-7255 or visit w3ww.sjrep.com.

September 21 - 26
American Musical Theater of San Jose presents the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical, “RENT,” for a limited one-week engagement at the Center for the Performing Arts in downtown. Inspired by Puccini’s operatic masterwork, “La Boheme,” “RENT” is a joyous, breathtaking and often bittersweet musical that celebrates a community of artists as they struggle with the soaring hopes and tough realities of today’s world. For tickets and information, call 1-888-455-7469, or visit www.amtsj.org.

CLASSES
September 18 – Saturday
South Bay Deutscher Schulverein, a Saturday German Language School, offers German language instructions at their new location at the Willow Glen Educational Park, Middle School Section, 2001 Cottle Avenue. The school offers pre-school/kindergarten through adult courses on Saturdays from 9 a.m. - noon, starting September 18. For more information visit www.sbds.org or call 266-5100. Please note that no information is available during weekdays at the school location.

MEETINGS
September 21 – 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.

September 21 – 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!

September 21 – 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.

September 21 – 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 22 – 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

CLASSES
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.
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:
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
September 17 – 19
Holy Family Parish invites you to celebrate its 25th Annual Parish Festival. This three-day even offers fun for the whole family. Enjoy Carnival Rides, Live Entertainment, Games, International Food, Beer, Wine, Silent Auction, Bingo, Cherry Bells, Raffles, and new this year KidFest, for families with kids 7 years and under, KidFest hours are Saturday from 10am-3pm. Musical guests will be The “Joe Sharino Band” on Friday from 7-10pm., and “Sage” on Saturday from 7-10pm. Festival hours are: Friday 6-11pm., Saturday 10am-11pm., Sunday 12-6pm. Event location is 4848 Pearl Avenue, north of Oakridge Mall. Admission is free.For more information, visit www.holyfamilysanjose.org or call 265-4040.

September 18 - October 16
Saratoga Drama Group presents Irving Berlin’s classic musical, “Annie Get Your Gun,” based on the life of wild west legend, Annie Oakley. All performances will be held at the Saratoga Civic Theater. For more information, call the box office at 264-3110 or visit www.saratogadramagroup.com.

September 18 – Saturday
Visit the Almaden Quicksilver Park and step back in time as you visit historic sites and experience what life was like back in the mining heyday. Meet at the Quicksilver Mining Museum, 21350 Almaden Road in San Jose at 9 a.m. The cost is $5 per person. Bring sun protection, sturdy shoes, water and lunch. Reservations required, call 323-1107.

September 18 – Saturday
Christian Comedian Robert Duckworth will be appearing at the Montgomery Theater from 7 – 9 p.m. Admission is $26 per person. For more information, visit www.stjamec.com or call 251-1588.

September 18 – Saturday
Assemblywoman Rebecca Cohn will be hosting her “Stranger Danger” Camp and Safety Resource Faire at Ruskin School, 1401 Turlock Lane in San Jose, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event brings together local CHP Fire and Police departments and the office of Emergency Services amongst others to offer resources to the community of public safety.

September 18 – Saturday
The YMCA will be hosting its Family Fun and Wellness Open House at 11 YMCA branches throughout the San Jose area. This event will offer both children and adults alike a taste of fun and a chance to learn about health and fitness programs. Bounces houses, registration information, healthy snacks and free demonstrations are just some of the many features available at this annual event. For information on a participating branch near you, call 288-9622.

September 19 - Sunday
The Santa Clara Valley Model T Ford Club, will host an Antique Auto Show in History Park (Kelley Park), 1650 Senter Road, San Jose. Park hours are noon to 5 pm. Come see the 75 to 100 antique autos, antique motorcycles, antique bicycles, early day gas engines, antique fire equipment, antique trolleys and historic buildings. Enjoy a ride on an historic trolley. Music will be provided by a Bay area Dixieland band and food provided by Peggy Sue’s and O’Briens. Admission to the Park is free. Public parking is available for a nominal fee at the two city parking lots adjacent to History Park. For additional information contact History Park at 287-2290 or visit www.scvmtfc.org.

VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
September 18 – Saturday
The 20th Anniversary California Coastal Cleanup Day will take place at various locations throughout the northern California area from 9 am to noon. Local sites include creeks, beaches, lakes and shorelines. To find your local organizer and cleanup site, call 800-262-7848, or visit www.coastforyou,org.

MISCELLANEOUS
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.

September 18 – Saturday
Vegetables in the winter? You bet! Our winter growing season offers many possibilities, and few people take advantage of them. Join the Friends of Guadalupe River Park & Gardens with Master Gardener Karen Schaffer in an introduction to winter vegetable basics like lettuce and peas to exotics like radicchio and endive. You will also get tips and tricks for growing them. The cost to attend is $12.00 for Friends’ members and $15.00 for non-members. For more information please visit www.grpg.org or contact Kary Wilson, the Education Coordinator, at education@grpg.org or 408-298-7657.

October 10 – Sunday
Save the date! The 11th Annual Almaden Times Classic 10K/2 mile run will begin at 9 a.m. The race will begin at Leland High School, and includes both a 10K and 2 mile run. Prizes will be awarded in 9 age categories and a special family entrance rate is available. For more information, call 997-0200 or visit www.av@avcounseling.org. Online registration is available at www.active.com, or see future Almaden Times issues for registration materials.

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.

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.