September 23, 2004

Calendar of local events

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

MUSIC
September 23 - 25
Britannia Arms Almaden, 5027 Almaden Expressway presents live music every weekend. This week features “Uncle Melvin & DJ Hank” on Sept. 23, “Liquid Courage” on Sept. 24, and “Drive” on Sept. 25. Performances begin at 9:45 p.m. For more information, and additional performance times, call 266-0550 or visit www.britanniaarms.com.

September 25 - 26
Almaden Feed and Fuel, 18950 Almaden Road, presents live music every Friday through Sunday. This week’s entertainment features “Ruthy & The Gents” on Sept. 25 – 26. For more information and performance times, call 268-8950.

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.

September 25 – Saturday
Please don’t miss the Mission Chamber Orchestra (MCO) opening concert event, “From Across the Pond” at Le Petit Trianon at 8 p.m. The featured performer is the insightful and technically gifted pianist, Roger Wright, as he performs Beethoven’s powerful Emperor Concerto. Performing with Wright will be soloist Emily Ray and performing with the MCO will be players from San Jose’s Independence High School. For more information, call 293-6060, or visit www.missionchamber.org.

September 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.

ART
October 2 – February 13, 2005
The San Jose Museum of Art Celebrates 35 years with “It’s About Time: Celebrating 35 Years” an exhibition of over 50 artworks selected from hundreds of newly donated pieces. This exhibit will showcase the tremendous support the museum has gained in recent years, through these unique pieces, all donated in honor of SJMA’s 35th year celebration. In addition to the new works, SJMA will publish a 288-page, full-color catalogue of the permanent collection. The book will be available at the Museum Store and its online store, www.sanjosemuseumofart.org. For more information, call 294-2787.

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.

October 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 & 16
The Studio Theatre of California presents “Pillow Talk” at the Congregational Community Church of Sunnyvale, 1112 Bernado Avenue. Based on the screenplay by Stanley Shapiro and Maurice Richlin, this charming comedy features Dustin Milberg as Brad Allen and Molly Carter as Jan Morrow. Also featured are Howard Miller, Marge Hand, Jae Landers, Tim Blythe, Marcia Sternin and Simone Skeels. Pillow Talk is directed by Lisa Milanes. All performances begin at 8 p.m. For tickets and information, call 370-6639 or order online at stoctix@comcast.net.

October 2, 3, 7 – 10
Lyric Theatre presents Gilbert and Sullivan’s “The Gondoliers” at the Mayer Theatre, Santa Clara University. This fully staged production with full orchestral accompaniment has scheduled only six performances. Tickets are $26 each. Performance times are 8 p.m. with additional 2 p.m. matinee performances on October 3 & 10. To purchase tickets, call 986-1455, or visit www.lyrictheatre.org.

MEETINGS
September 28 – 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 28 – 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 28 – 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 28 – 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 29 – 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

October 7 – Thursday
Candidates running for San Jose City Council District 10 and State Assembly District 21 will participate in a Political Forum sponsored by The Almaden Business Association. This forum will be held from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at The Fish Market Restaurant, 1007 Blossom Hill Road, near Almaden Expressway. Everyone from the community is invited and encouraged to attend. Costco and Charlie’s Cheesecakes will provide refreshments.

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.

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.
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. For more information, visit www.sbds.org or call 266-5100. Please note that no information is available during weekdays at the school location.

HEALTH
September 24 – 26
The 2nd Annual Health Expo and Symposium will be held at Ephesus Seventh-Day Adventist Community Services Church, 102 North Ninth Street. This three-day event includes a Friday night Health, Hope and Healing session, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. the Health Expo and Symposium on Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. and culminates with a free healthy lifestyle cooking class on Sunday, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Come and learn how to become one of the healthiest people in America. This event is free to the public.

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 are available. 975-2988.

CHILDREN/FAMILY EVENTS
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 25 – Saturday
Come to Cesar Chavez Park in downtown to celebrate the 2004 Children Moon Festival, sponsored by the Viet American Cultural Foundation. Bring the whole family and enjoy the traditional Lantern Parade, cultural dances, children’s contests, Karaoke Contests, Lion Dances and ethnic cuisine. Admission is free to all. Festival hours are noon to 10 p.m.

September 25 - 26
Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum presents Gillian Altieri Art Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local artist Altieri will feature oil and watercolor paintings of historic New Almaden. Meet the artist who has beautifully immortalized this county’s first historical district. Call 323-1107 for information. The Museum is located at 21350 Almaden Road, San Jose.

September 26 – Sunday
Almaden Lake Park will be the new venue for the 28th annual Almaden Art and Wine Festival, hosted by the Almaden Valley Women’s Club, beginning at 10 a.m. This event includes many children’s activities, live entertainment, food and vendors galore, making this an exciting event suitable for the whole family. Admission is free to all. For more information, visit www.almadenartwinefestival.com.

September 30 – Thursday
Madeline is coming to Pajamarama! The feisty French heroine will make a special appearance at Barnes and Noble Almaden’s Pajamarama at 7 p.m.. Don’t miss Madeline as she stops by for a one-of-kind storytime experience.

October 2 – Saturday
The 10th Annual Multicultural Harvest Festival at Prusch Farm, 647 King Road will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This annual event celebrates the community’s rich diversity and cultural heritage through a wide variety of live entertainment venues, including folkloric dancing and mariachi youth groups. Activities include pumpkin patch and sales, free hay rides, garden displays, children’s activities, petting zoo, pony rides and lots of food. For more information, call 926-5555.

October 1 – Friday
Union Middle School, 2130 Los Gatos Almaden Road, will be hosting their annual fundraising BLAST event from 6 – 9 p.m. This community-oriented event features an evening of games, food, and entertainment. Proceeds will benefit the UMS Home and School Club. Tickets will be available at the gate. For more information, contact Susan Kristensen at 266-3110, or Misti Navarro at 269-2408.

MISCELLANEOUS
September 25 – Saturday
Parkside Hall in downtown San Jose will host the Rubberama Rubber Stamp and Paper Arts Festival from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $6 general, children under 12 years are free. This annual convention features a variety of rubber stamps and accessories, such as stationery, stencils, memory scrapbooking materials, embossing goods, etc. On going demonstrations during the show as well as free mini-lectures and “Make it and Take it” classes will be available as well. For more information, visit www.astampinthehand.com.

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.

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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.