October 2, 2008

Calendar of local events

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

MUSIC

Oct. 4
The South Bay Guitar Society presents, by special invitation, the brilliant Belgian classical Guitarist, Jerome Mouffe, performing at Le Petit Trianon Theatre at 8 p.m. Tickets for this unique one-night-only event are $20 Reserved or $15 unassigned seating and are available online www.sbgs.org or by calling 292-0704

CHILDREN/FAMILY

Oct. 3 - 5
St. Frances Cabrini Fiesta: This highly anticipated family-fun event features live entertainment Carnival-style rides and games, delicious food, and raffles. This year’s musical guests are: Silicon Valley House Rockers on 10/3 and The Cocktail Monkeys on 10/4. Event hours are 10/3 from 5 – 10 p.m., 10/4 from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. and on 10/5 from noon – 6 p.m.

Oct. 4
The Humane Society Silicon Valley’s 6th Annual Walk ‘N Wag at Kelly Park. Dog owners and their four-legged friends are invited out for a day of fun and fundraising at the HSSV Walk ‘N Wag Walk-A-Thon. Check-in begins at 7:45 a.m. followed by the walk at 9 a.m. In addition to the main event, other attractions will include dog agility and training demonstrations, a dog/owner look-a-like contest, vendor booths, and games for the entire family. Hundreds of people and their canine companions are expected to participate in this event to help raise money for the shelter animals. All animal lovers – not just dog owners – are encouraged to walk the course in honor of their pets. There is no fee to register for the walk, but walkers are encouraged to obtain pledges to help raise money for the shelter animals. Participants who raise $50 or more receive a free Walk ‘N Wag t-shirt. People interested in registering for the Walk ‘N Wag, or in making a donation, can obtain more information by visiting www.walknwag. info or by calling 727-3383, ext. 710.

Oct. 4 - 5
The community of St. Anthony’s Parish would like to invite people to bring their pets to receive a blessing given by Fr. Larry Hendel in honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. The blessing will be given on 10/4 at 5 p.m. at 21800 Bertram Rd. in San Jose, and on 10/5 at 1 p.m. at 20101 McKean Rd in San Jose.

Oct. 5
Wildlife Festival at Youth Science Institute in Alum Rock Park: Hold a snake, touch a toad, and meet hawks, owls and other animals! Join us at the Youth Science Institute’s Wildlife Festival on Oct. 5 from 11a.m. – 4 p.m. at Alum Rock Park, 16260 Penitencia Creek Road in San Jose. Enjoy food and fun throughout the day. At this free event, families can participate in wildlife programs, hands-on science activities and crafts. This event is sponsored by Councilmember Nora Campos and Alum Rock Citibank. There is a $6 park entry fee. Contact 258-4322 or www.youthscience.org for more information.

VOLUNTEERS

Do you enjoy working with children?  Do you enjoy art?  Let’s Look at Art, an innovative museum program in which trained art docents bring an education field trip into the classroom, is currently seeking volunteers.  The times and dates of school visits are flexible.  No art experience is necessary.  Training will be provided, beginning Jan. 6, 2009. Come join this group of community-minded people who enjoy sharing the joy and fascination of art with students.   For more information, please call 291-5393 or e-mail vol4LLAA@sjmusart.org. 
Santa Clara County Open Space Authority is looking for people interested in trail patrol for hikers, bikers and equestrians. On Oct. 29 from 7- 9 p.m. we will be holding an informational meeting, and on Nov. 8 from 12 - 5p.m. we will be holding a volunteer trail patrol workshop. Please contact dneumann@openspaceauthority.org for more information.

FIFTY-PLUS

Oct. 4
SeniorNet, computer classes for adults 50 and over will hold registration for computer classes at the Almaden Community Center located at 6445 Camden Avenue. Registration for intermediate courses at 1:30 p.m. Registration for Computer Fundamentals at 3:00 p.m. Courses include Basic Digital Photography, Basic Digital Photo Editing, Greeting Cards, Windows XP, Computer Tips and Techniques,  File Management and more. All classes will be held at the Almaden Community Center. For more information call Don House at 268-1703 or visit www.snlcsj.org.

CLASSES

Oct. 20
The Almaden Valley Counseling Service will begin its 7-week positive parenting class based on the STEP (Systematic Training for Effective Parenting) model weekly evenings from 7:15 to 9:15 pm. Preschool Class will be held on Monday nights starting Oct. 20; school age class will be held on Wednesday nights starting October 22; teen class will be held on Thursday nights starting October 23. No classes will be held the week of Thanksgiving. The cost is $110 for one parent or $165 for a couple. Contact AVCS at: 997-0200 / staff@avcounseling.org Visit our website for registration form: www.avcounseling.org. Location: 6529 Crown Blvd., Suite D, San Jose.

Ongoing
On-going drawing and painting classes for adults and children of all ages. Classes structured according to personal abilities and skills. Students are taught on an individualized bases, giving each student the freedom to move at their own pace. Small classes and friendly learning environment.  For more information, please call 927-9884.
Take a Ceramics Class this Fall! Enjoy something different by taking a hand-building clay class in a relaxing garden setting. Fall program will be on Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 7-8:30 p.m., and Wednesday mornings from 9-10:30 a.m.. The fee includes instruction, clay, glazes, use of tools, and all kiln firings. For more information or to receive registration materials, call (408) 679-0238.

MISCELLANEOUS

Oct. 3
Break out those board shorts and flip-flops...and join us for the annual Union Middle School BoardWalk Blast, from 6-9p.m. Great food, Fun Games/Prizes and Wonderful entertainment...it is a fun evening for the entire family you don’t want to miss! Union Middle School is located at 2130 Los Gatos Almaden Rd, San Jose.

Oct. 5
The 2008 Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon begins with the wheel chair invitational at 7:55 a.m. followed by the half marathon at 8 a.m. the course starts on Santa Clara Street at Almaden Avenue in San Jose. Immediately following the race, Creedence Clearwater Revisited will be the headline entertainment for the post race concert at the Plaza de Cesar Chavez stage. The concert is free and open to all. In addition to live bands and water stations along the scenic course through San Jose, high school cheerleading squads will be on-site to provide further entertainment and motivation to runners and walkers. The event concludes with a finish line party and an afternoon headliner concert featuring a premier rock ‘n’ roll act. For more information, please visit www.RnRsj.com or call 800-311-1255.

Oct. 10 - 11
Class of ’68 Mount Pleasant High School 40th Reunion: The festivities begin at 4 p.m. at Mount Pleasant High School. Join us for a tour, special entertainment, a wonderful Mexican dinner (off-site), and come back ready to cheer for the Mount Pleasant Cardinal Football team. On 10/11 at 6 p.m. enjoy a BBQ dinner, dance, and special awards. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime 2-day event. Contact Connie Childers at (831) 638-1162, childersconnie@yahoo.com; Jack Coward at (408) 799-9194; or Ron Harrison at harrisonr@esuhsd.org.

Oct. 11
Leland High School Class of 1978 is having a 30 year reunion celebration! The location is David’s Restaurant in Santa Clara. We look forward to a great evening and hope to see you there! For more information contact: Jeanne Pfeiffer Sommer at 472-6112 or optico@earthlink.net

Oct. 18
St. Stephen’s In-the-Field Church, 7269 Santa Teresa Blvd., San Jose, will hold a gift faire from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Items will include Holiday Flower arrangements, Ornaments, Latasia Jewelry, Tupperware, Lingerie Bags, Lavender Products, many Handcrafted items, items, Jewelry, Beauty aids, wine, and much more. Live entertainment rounds out this event. For more information, call the church at 629-1836.

Ongoing
Open Mic at Monsieur Beans of Willow Glen! Stand up performers, musicians, comedians or poets of any kind are welcome. Every 4th Friday of the month, sign ups for performers start at 7 p.m., gigs begin at 8p.m. Local Fun! 1383 Lincoln Ave. 95125. Call 297-9077 for more information. Sound systems are provided by the house.
Southside Boutique - Beautiful handmade items for sale, lovingly crafted by talented local artists.  Open 10 am to 2 pm Monday thru Friday, located at the Southside Community Center, 5585 Cottle Road between Poughkeepsie Road and Blossom Hill Road.  For more information, call 629-3336 or visit www.southsideseniorcenter.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.