Community Online Calendar
Showing listings from March 18, 2010 to March 24, 2010 in all categories.
'The Art Connection' Exhibit
"The Art Connection" exhibit will be on display from April 1-30, at the Lindsay Dirkx Brown Art Gallery located at the corner of Bollinger Canyon Road and Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. The gallery is open from 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Thursday; and from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday. There will be a reception from 3-5 p.m., Saturday, April 3. Call 973-3200.
Art in the Park
All artists are invited to participate in the 12th annual Art in the Park from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 2-3, in front of the Danville Library, 400 Front St. Booth spaces are 10' x 10' and the cost is $85 for non-ADAS members. For an artist application, e-mail normawebb@comcast.net or call 828-9170.
Irish Stained Glass Art
"The Light Fantastic: Irish Stained Glass Art" exhibit showcases the work of Ireland's leading glass artists. Renowned worldwide for its high quality and innovation, Irish stained glass reveals the contemporary artistic possibilities within this traditional art form. The exhibit will be open Wednesday-Sunday, until March 28, at the Village Theatre Art Gallery, 233 Front St., Danville. Call 314-3400 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us.
Livermore Spring Art Show by LAA
The annual Spring Art Show presented by Livermore Art Association will be held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, March 27-28, at The Barn, 3131 Pacific Ave., Livermore. A special reception with free food, local wine, live music and an awards ceremony will start at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 27. Call 606-1088 or visit www.livermoreartassociation.org.
Poetry Art Exhibit
Art and poetry by Trevor Pawlak, a 10-year San Ramon resident, will be on display until April 30, at the San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery St. In his art and poetry, he addresses some of his struggles with Autism. The library is open from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Monday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday-Saturday; and from 1-5 p.m., Sunday. Call 973-2850.
San Ramon Youth Art Show
Art by San Ramon youth will be on display until March 22 at the Lindsay Dirkx Brown Art Gallery located at the corner of Bollinger Canyon Road and Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. The gallery is open from 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Thursday; and from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday. The gallery is open to the public. Call 973-3200.
Mystery Panel
Penny Warner, Rhys Bowen and Cara Black will be assembled in a mystery panel to discuss their books at 7 p.m., Monday, March 29, at Bay Books, 2415 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. This event is free and is open to the public. Call 855-1524.
Rakestraw Books
Rakestraw Books will host numerous authors in March including Susannah Carson, author of "A Truth Universally Acknowledged: 33 Great Writers on Why We Read Jane Austen," and Michael Thomas Ford, author of "Jane Bites Back," at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 9; Kevin and Hannah Salwen, "The Power of Half" at 9:45 a.m., Thursday, March 11 (this event will take place at The Athenian School); Laura Numeroff, author of "The Jellybeans and the Big Book Bonanza," at 1 p.m., Friday, March 12; Lionel Shriver, author of "So Much for That" at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 16; and physician and novelist Abraham Verghese, author of "Cutting for Stone," at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 25; all at the bookstore, 522 Hartz Ave., Danville. Advance reservations are strongly suggested for all events; call 837-7337.
read. Bookstore
read. bookstore will host numerous authors including Zoe Fitzgerald Carter, author of "Imperfect Endings," at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 18; Zoe Ferrais, author of "Finding Nouf," at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 25; Rick Friar, author of "The Keepers" series; all at the bookstore, 3630 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. Call 736-9090.
Lifeguards and Day Camp Counselors are Needed
Town of Danville is currently recruiting for a variety of summer jobs in the areas of aquatics and youth summer day camps. Get more information and apply now at www.ci.danville.ca.us/Council_and_Government/Empl oyment.
Danville Planning Commission
The Commission meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front St.
San Ramon City Council Meetings
Regular council meetings for the San Ramon City Council meetings are held at 7 p.m., on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, in the Council Chamber. Call 973-2500.
State of the Town Address
Come hear from Danville Mayor Mike Doyle at the State of the Town Address starting at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 31, at Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Tickets are $35 if paid after March 19. Reservations are required; call 837-4400.
Town Council Meeting
The Danville Town Council normally meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front St.
San Ramon Valley YMCA Summer Camps
The YMCA is offering a variety of half-day, week-long specialty camps this summer including Legos, robots, sports and more. Registration is now open online at www.srvymca.org or in person at the YMCA office, 1029 La Gonda Way, Danville.
Spring Break Shakespeare Players with Trish Tillman
Students in grades 6-8 will develop acting, voice, movement, and text skills as they prepare to perform scenes from "Much Ado About Nothing" from 9 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday, April 5-9, at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center, 3941 Mt. Diablo Blvd. This is designed for young actors with some familiarity with Shakespeare and ending with a public performance. Cost is $275. Call (510) 809-3293 or visit www.CalShakes.org.
Holden High School 40th Anniversary Celebration and Friendraiser
Alumni from Holden High School is invited to celebrate its 40th anniversary from 7-9 p.m., Friday, March 19, at Orinda Community Church, Fellowship Hall, 10 Irwin Way. Enjoy music, speakers, raffle and drama skit. Admission is free, but raffle tickets will be available for purchase 5 for $10. This is an alcohol free event. Call 254-0199 or visit www.holdenhigh.org.
SRVHS Class of 1980 30-Year Reunion
San Ramon Valley High School Class of 1980 will host its 30th reunion on July 3, 2010. E-mail your info to srvhsclassof1980@yahoo.com (especially your e-mail address) to receive an Evite. The reunion is planned from 6:30-10:30 p.m., Saturday, July 3, at Little Hills Ranch, 18013 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. If you have info on a 1980 graduate (parents/friends) send it along as well.
California Shakespeare Theater Literary Society
Get to know each of the plays in the California Shakespeare's 2010 season over the course of four classes from 7-9 p.m., on select Tuesdays for adults ages 18 and up. April 13: John Steinbeck's The Pastures of Heaven; April 27: Mrs. Warren's Profession; May 4: Macbeth; and May 18: Much Ado About Nothing. Cost is $150 for all of the class; $45 per class. Call (510) 809-3293 or visit www.calshakes.org.
Chainsaw Art
Sloat Garden Centers will host "Chainsaw Art" with artist Glen Sievert Saturday-Sunday, April 3-4, at the Danville location, 828 Diablo Rd. With the natural beauty and outdoor durability of wood, these statues stand sentient in a world of plastic and cement. Call 743-0288 or visit http://chainsawart.net/bio.html.
Drought Tolerant Plants for Yards
Come and learn about drought tolerant plants for yards from 10:30-11 a.m., every Saturday, at Sunset Color, 1435 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. These classes are free. Call 914-0035 or visit www.sunsetcolor.com.
Emeritus College Programs
Emeritus College will host a variety of spring classes including "Photography Point and Shoot" from 10 a.m.-noon, Saturdays, March 6, 13, and 27; and "Controversies in Archaeology" from 10 a.m.-noon, Saturdays, March 6 and 13 and April 3; both at the Pleasant Hill campus. For more information on cost and location, call 685-1230, ext. 2388 or visit www.dve.edu/emeritus.
Navlet's Garden Centers Classes
Navlet's Garden Centers offers numerous gardening classes including "Soil Preparation Basics" at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Saturday, March 6; "Berries, Berries, Berries with Buzz Bertolero, the Dirt Gardener" at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 13; and "Lawn Repairs" at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Saturday, March 20; all at the Danville location, 800 Camino Ramon. These classes are free. Call 837-9144.
Navlet's Garden Centers Classes
Navlet's Garden Centers offers numerous gardening classes including "Edible Gardens" at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Saturday, April 3; "Just Tomatoes with Buzz Bertolero, the Dirt Gardener" at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 10; and "Fountain Maintenance" at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Saturday, April 17; all at the Danville location, 800 Camino Ramon. These classes are free. Call 837-9144.
Shakespeare from the Actor�s Perspective
California Shakespeare Theater presents a behind-the scenes look at the work of an actor and for students to try out their acting skills from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, April 11, at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center Community Hall, 3941 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Hear about an actor's preparation and then try it yourself by performing a short scene. Cost is $75. Registration is required; call (510) 809-3293 or visit www.CalShakes.org.
Sloat Garden Centers Classes
Sloat Garden Centers will host numerous gardening classes including "Growing Vegetables: The Basics" with Dave Phelps and Brad Sheehan, at 10 a.m., Sunday, March 14; "Using Color in the Garden" with Terri Hiatt at 10 a.m., Saturday, March 20; "Gardening Basics 101" with Cindy Bonilla, Terri Hiatt and Dave Phelps at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 3; and "Worm Composting 101" with Brad Sheehan at 10 a.m., Sunday, April 18; all at the Sloat Garden Center, 828 Diablo Rd., Danville. These classes are free. Call 743-0288.
Alamo Cribbage Club
The club plays cribbage for fun. It meets at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Safeway conference room, 200 Alamo Plaza, Alamo. Call 284-7044 or e-mail almoy1@prodigy.net.
Alamo Rotary
The Alamo Rotary meets at noon every Wednesday at Roundhill Country Club, 3169 Roundhill Road. Call Mark Kahn at 837-3262.
Alamo-Danville Artists' Society
Alamo-Danville Artists' Society (ADAS) hosts monthly meetings featuring well-known guest artist demonstrations on the second Tuesday of every month. These meetings are free and open to the public. This society also hosts Art in the Park and Open Studios to raise funds for art programs in the San Ramon Valley area schools. Visit www.adas4art.org.
Alamo-Danville Newcomers Club
This club is open to new and long-time residents of the surrounding areas. If you are interested in making new friends, learning more about the area or getting involved in various activities, call 775-3233 or visit www.alamodanvillenewcomers.com.
Bay Area Single Christians
BASC club is a free, large, online group with event listings for Christian single adults around the S.F. Bay Area. See information at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bascsingles/.
Business Development Network
BDN is a group of professionals that share resources and develops business through relationships. It meets 7:45-9 a.m., the second and fourth Thursday of each month at Denny's, 807 Camino Ramon, Danville. Call 648-8316 or visit www.bdndanville.com.
Danville AM Toastmasters Club
The club meets from 7-8:30 a.m., every Tuesday, at Father Nature's, 178 E. Prospect Ave. Guests are welcome. For more information, contact Dave Miklasevich at 899-1543, dmik210@yahoo.com or www.danvilleamtoastmasters.org.
Danville Library Book Club
This club will meet to discuss "River of Doubt" by Candance Millard at 9 a.m., Thursday, April 15, at the Danville Library, 400 Front St. The club usually meets at 9 a.m., on the third Thursday of every month. Call 837-4455.
Danville Lions Club
This club meets at 7 p.m., on the first and third Wednesday of every month, at the Brass Door, San Ramon. For information, call Tom Jackson at 984-1541.
Danville Mid-day Referral Group, BNI
Danville Mid-day Referral Group, a chapter of Business Network International, meets from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., every Wednesday, at Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Call Eric Samuels at 946-1400.
Danville PM Toastmaster Club #1785
The club meets from 7:30-9 p.m., every Wednesday, at DVC, San Ramon Campus, 1690 Watermill Rd., San Ramon. Guests are welcome. For information, call Debra Elmore at 934-3113 or visit www.danvilletoastmasters1785.com.
Danville Rotary
The Danville Rotary meets at noon, every Monday at the Brass Door, 2154 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. For information, visit www.danvillerotary.org.
Danville Women's Club
This club meets for lunch, a program and a business meeting on the third Thursday of every month, September-May and on the first Thursday of June, at the clubhouse, 242 Linda Mesa Ave., Danville. Dues are $45 annually for active members and $50 for associate members. Call 837-1165.
Danville-Sycamore Valley Rotary
The Danville-Sycamore Valley Rotary Club meets for breakfast at 7 a.m. every Tuesday at Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Drive, Danville. Join them for great fellowship and make a difference in your community and the world. Call Scott at 743-8449.
Delta Nu Psi
Delta Nu Psi provides packages to troops in the War Zone. The group collects donations before the third Friday of every month in front of Longs Drug Store in Alamo and before the third Saturday at Lunardi's in Danville. It puts together the packages on the third Wednesday of every month. For information, e-mail Alicia at deltanupsi@comcast.net.
Diablo View Toastmasters AM Club
Novice and veteran speakers meet to support and encourage the development of professional and personal speaking skills, 7:45-9:15 a.m., every Tuesday, Center Plaza Building, 2333 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Guests welcome. Free. Visit www.diabloview.freetoasthost.ws/ or call 788-1257.
Friends of the Danville Library
Friends of the Danville Library are renewing annual memberships and recruiting new members to help support, raise funds and sponsor programs for the Danville library. There are many benefits of being a Friend including merchant discounts, volunteer opportunities and preview of book sales. Dues and donations are tax deductible. Application forms are at the library, 400 Front St. Call 837-4455.
Grandmothers Club
Grandmothers of all ages meet for lunch at 11 a.m., on the second Friday of every month, at the Brass Door, 2154 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. If interested, contact Janice Ridge at 837-8007.
Homeschool Park Day Wednesdays
Homeschool Park Day Wednesdays in Danville is part of the Tri-Valley Explorer's (TVE), an inclusive support group and meets every Wednesday. Activities include park days, field trips, clubs and more. Its Teen Group meets for movie nights, games, bowling, skating and more. For location and more information, e-mail info@trivalleyexplorers.org.
Kiwanis Club of the San Ramon Valley
Kiwanis Club of the San Ramon Valley meets from noon-1:30 p.m., every Thursday, at Round Hill Country Club, 3169 Roundhill Road, Alamo. Meetings include networking, lunch and a guest speaker. For information, visit its Web site at www.kiwanis-srv.org or call 244-1227.
Mah Jong
Are you looking for a group to play Mah Jong? The Alamo Women's Club has a spot for you! They meet two times a month in a member's home. If you are interested, please let us know! Call 820-6985.
Mt. Diablo Genealogical Society
The society meets from 1:15-3 p.m., the third Thursday of every month except August, at the California Savings Building, Rossmoor Shopping Center, Tice Valley Blvd. and Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek. Guest speakers are at each meeting.
Porsche Club of America, Diablo Region
This club is for owners and enthusiasts of all Porsches. It meets at 8 a.m. every Saturday for breakfast at Marie Callendar's, 1101 S. California Blvd., Walnut Creek. Visit www.pca.org/dia.
Rakestraw Book Groups
The Evening Book Group will meet at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 9 to discuss "The Choice" by Suzanne Woods Fisher. The Morning Book Group will be discussing "Cutting for Stone" by Abraham Verghese at 10:30 a.m., Friday, March 26. Both groups meet at Rakestraw Books, 522 Hartz Ave., Danville. Call 837-7337.
Rotary Club of San Ramon
This club meets at 12:15 p.m., Thursdays, at the Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. For information, call Bill Harlan at 932-8298.
San Ramon Valley Newcomers Club
This club invites new and longtime residents to their monthly luncheon from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Thursday, March 18, at Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Guest speaker will be John DeKoven, owner of Bunjo's Comedy Club in Dublin. Cost depends on menu choice. Call Myrna Bachiachi at 560-0656.
San Ramon Valley Newcomers Club Monthly Luncheon
This club invites new and established residents to its monthly luncheon from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Thursday, April 15, at Alden Lane Nursery, 981 Alden Lane, Livermore. Owner Jaquie Williams-Courtwright will speak on "Spring in the Garden." Lunch will be a box lunch for $9. This club usually meets on the third Thursday of every month. Call 560-0656.
San Ramon Valley Rotary Club
This club meets for dinner at 7 p.m., every Wednesday, at the Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Guests are welcome. The club offers a great way to make new friends while making a difference in your community. For information, contact Dany Gregory at 899-6771 or danygregory1@att.net.
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW), Post 75, San Ramon Valley
This group will meet at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.), Thursday, April 8, at the Danville Veterans Hall, 400 Hartz Ave., Danville. For more information contact Post Commander Nathan Greene at 875-1747 or visit www.vfw.org.
'Wine, Women and Song'
Danville Community Band presents "Wine, Women and Song" at 5:30 p.m., Sunday, April 25, at the Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr., Danville. Enjoy an exquisite dinner and a live concert with Robert Calonico and Lawrence Anderson. Tickets are $48 per person. Call 736-6500.
'Wine, Women and Song'
Danville Community Band presents "Wine, Women and Song" starting with a no-host bar at 5:30 p.m. (dinner will start at 6 p.m.), Sunday, April 25, at Blackhawk Country Club, Lakeside Ballroom, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr., Danville. Tickets are $48, including dinner. Call the Blackhawk Country Club at 736-6500 for reservations.
Brahms' Requiem
Under the direction of David Morales, the Cantare Chorale, 117 singers strong, with full orchestra will present Johannes Brahms' "Requiem" at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 20, at Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church, 1801 Lacassie. Tickets are $40; $35 for seniors; $10 for youth. Visit www.cantareconvivo.org.
Early Music at Las Positas College
Yuko Tanaka, harpsichord and fortepiano, will perform at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 20, at Last Positas College Library, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. The performance will include three generations of J.S. Bach's Family, from the early baroque to the classical on two beautiful perion instruments. Tickets are $15; $5 for students. Call 424-1209 or visit www.lpcearlymusic.org.
George Komsky 'Live in Concert'
GHK Productions presents Danville native George Komsky "Live in Concert" at 8 p.m., Friday, March 19, at the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Tickets are $25; $20 for seniors and $15 for students. Portion of the proceeds will benefit the Wheelchair Foundation. Call 943-SHOW or visit www.lesherartscenter.org.
Monte Vista Pops Concert
Monte Vista's choral department will be presenting their annual Pops Concert at 7 p.m., Thursday-Friday, March 18-19, at Monte Vista High School, Al Gentile Theater, 3131 Stone Valley Rd., Danville. There will be soloists, duets, and small groups featured as well. General public tickets are available for $10 beginning March 10 at mvchoir.org.
Music of Rock Legends 'Queen' Concert
April 17 Concert in Walnut Creek
Contra Costa Wind Symphony will premiere work based on music of rock legends "Queen" at 8 p.m., Saturday, April 17, at Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church, 1801 Lacassie Ave., Walnut Creek. All tickets are $10 and may be obtained at www.ccwindsymphony.org. Tickets will also be available at the door.
Rick Recht Concert
Beth Chaim Congregation presents an extraordinary, inspirational and moving concert experience with Rick Recht at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 27, at Beth Chaim Congregation, 1800 Holbrook Dr., Danville. All are welcome. Tickets are $15 for adults; $5 for children; $35 for families. Call 736-7146 or visit www.bethchaim.com.
Symphonic Band Concerts
Enjoy the majesty of live concert music performed by the 75 member San Ramon Symphonic Band at 8 p.m., Friday, March 5 and Saturday, May 8, at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon. Tickets are $8. Visit www.sanramonperformingarts.com.
WomenSing Concert
This concert will include an original composition from our Youth Inspiring Youth project, as well as the traditional Japanese folk song, Sakura and a bossa nova arrangement of the Shadow of Your Smile, plus a gospel surprise! See it at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 28, at St. Mary's Chapel, 1928 St. Mary's Rd., Moraga. Tickets are $20; $18 for seniors. Call (510) 237-8303 or visit www.womensing.org.
'Bring Back Your Cadillac' Father-Daughter Sock Hop
Calling all Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies and Dads, dust off your poodle skirts and saddle shoes! The Girl Scouts of San Ramon and Troop 30746 is hosting "Bring Back Your Cadillac" Daisy and Brownie Girl Scout Father-Daughter Sock Hop from 7-9 p.m., Saturday, March 27, at Cal High School Commons, San Ramon. Adult escort must be 18 or over; no younger siblings. To register for the event, visit www.girlscoutssanramon.com/events. Cost is $15 per couple, $8 for each additional Girl Scout for registrations between Feb. 28-March 14. The cost includes refreshments, photo opportunity, patch, music, dancing and a great time with your Girl Scout! Pre-registration is required. For more information, email poodleskirt10@gmail.com
Activities at Crunch in Blackhawk
Enjoy family friendly activities open to all from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, March 27, at Crunch, 3464 Blackhawk Plaza, Danville. Activities will include class samplers, fitness workshops, complimentary personal training sessions and Kids Crunch activities for all age groups. Then enjoy an open bar, hors d’oeuvres from Laurus, pole dancing performances, personal trainer auction- to help fight ALS (Augie’s Quest) and Live DJ from 5-8 p.m. on the same day. To reserve your spot, e-mail rsvp@crunch.com.
Barrel Tasting and Barrel Education at McGrail Vineyards
Learn the difference between oaks and why we blend them all together for an intricate and complex Cabernet from noon-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, March 20-21, at McGrail Vineyards, 5600 Greenville Rd., Livermore. Cost is $5. Call 215-0717 or visit www.mcgrailvineyards.com. For more information, call Heather McGrail at 925-215-0717 or e-mail heather@mcgrailvineyards.com or visit www.mcgrailvineyards.com. McGrail Vineyards and Winery, 5600 Greenville Road, Livermore
Battle of Forest Home Farms Civil War Living History Day
Participate in living history encampments to learn about the daily lives of people during the Civil War Era at the Battle of Forest Home Farms from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, April 24, at the farm, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Witness skirmishes, march with soldiers, meet and talk with historic characters, and visit a field hospital and telegraph office. Cost is $5 for ages 13 years and older; $3 for children ages 3-12; and children under 2 years old are free. Call 973-3284 or visit www.sanremonrecguide.com.
Carnival of the Animals
Your favorite marionettes are back to celebrate KidsReads 2010 with a fabulous new program of three fairy tales "The Three Little Pigs," "Tortoise and the Hare" and "The Ugly Duckling" from 4-4:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, at the Danville Library, 400 Front St. The performance is set to the music of Camille Saint-Saens. This event is free. Call 837-4889.
Celebrate Mama
Enjoy a free festival with live music, children's activities, Mother's Day shopping and a fun Kids Zone from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, April 25, at the Shadelands Art Center, 111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek. This event is free. Call 848-5966.
Cioppino and Pasta Dinner
Enjoy a delicious Cioppino Dinner and entertainment with friends and family from 6-9 p.m., Friday, March 26, at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Cost is $15 for residents; $19 for non-residents. Call 973-3250.
Cruising into Spring Fashion Show and Tea
Welcome aboard to the SS San Ramon to enjoy an afternoon of fashions, food and fun for all ages from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, April 17, at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Cost is $9 for residents; $11 for non-residents; registration is required by April 12. Call 973-3200.
Danville Farmers Market
The Danville Farmers Market is open from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., every Saturday at the Railroad Avenue Municipal Parking Lot, at the corner of Railroad and Prospect avenues. Call 825-9090 or visit www.pcfma.com.
David Glass House Grand Opening
The Glass House is San Ramon's historic house museum built in 1877 which will depict life during the Victorian Era will open its doors at a grand opening from 1-4 p.m., Saturday, May 15. The house is located next to Forest Home Farms, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Guests will have the opportunity to take a mini tour of the fully restored and furnished house. There will be a ribbon cutting at 1:30 p.m. This event is free. Call 973-3284 or visit www.sanramonrecguide.com.
DCC to Host STAND! Speaker
Danville Congregational Church will host Scott Chavez from STAND! Against Domestic Violence at 11 a.m., Sunday, March 21, at the church, 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. Mr. Chavez will discuss services that STAND! offers, the challenges confronting the organization in today’s state budget-cutting environment and what communities can do to help. All are welcome. Call 361-5035 or visit www.danvillechurch.com.
Diablo Star Spring Tea
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of fellowship, beverages, tea sandwiches and pastries from 2-5 p.m., Sunday, April 25, at Orinda Masonic Center, 9 Altarinda Rd. Plan on wearing your favorite hat and participate in a hat contest, browse through various vendor and silent auction tables. Advance tickets available for $18; e-mail Lara Mays at lcmays@yahoo.com.
Earth Day
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day from 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, April 17, at Forest Home Farms, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Bring your own gloves and garden tools to help around the farm. This event is free and is a volunteer event perfect for scout groups and services clubs. Refreshments will be provided. Call 973-3200.
Four Days Diablo
Save Mount Diablo presents "Four Days Diablo" a hiking and "gently roughing it" backpack trip Wednesday-Saturday, April 28-May 1, with a maximum of 20 participants. The four-day adventure will cross 30 miles of hiking and catered dinners at night. Cost is $850 per person; $250 deposit. Proceeds benefit Save Mount Diablo. To reserve your space, call 947-3535.
Goodguys 27th All American Get-Together
The Goodguys 28th All-American Get-Together is California's largest two-day automotive event and will be held from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, March 27-28, at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. The event features indoor and outdoor car shows with over 3,000 hot rods and custom cars, a swap meet, vendor exhibits, arts and crafts, music, cars for sale area, model car show and more family fun. Admission is $17 for adults; $6 for children ages 7-12; and free for children 6 years and under. Call 838-9876 or visit www.good-guys.com.
Information Night: Agriculture/Environment Focus
Learn how volunteers can help farmers increase their income through farming that is supportive of environmental conservation from 7-8:30 p.m., Monday, March 22, at the Danville Library, 400 Front St. This event is free. For more information about Peace Corps, visit www.peacecorps.gov.
KidsReads 2010 Launch Party
Danville Library will host a kick-off for the KidsReads 2010 book "When the Library Lights Go Out" by Megan McDonald from 1-3 p.m., Sunday, March 21, at the Blackhawk Plaza Rotunda in Danville. Kids will have a great time with the crafts, fun prizes, great performers and tasty refreshments at this exciting event sponsored in part by the Danville Library. Call 837-4889.
Lincoln-Douglas Style Debate
Celebrate the national Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial! Rediscover the history and lively debate surrounding the 1858 Lincoln-Douglas debates from 7-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, at the Village Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. Explore a timeless issue strongly debated then that continues to spark discussion today with the Monte Vista and San Ramon Valley High School debate teams. Call 837-4889.
San Ramon Teen Job Fair
This Teen Job Fair for teens ages 14-18 will give them the opportunity to talk with businesses and volunteer organizations about employment and work experience from 1-4 p.m., Saturday, March 20, at 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Workshops will be held in areas as "preparing for an interview," "how to prepare a resume" and more. This event is free. Call 973-3250.
Scrapbook Expo
Davis Promotions presents the Scrapbook Expo March 19-20 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. The expo will be open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday and from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday. Admission is $8 for adults; children 12 years and under are free. Parking is $8. Visit www.scrapbookexpo.com.
Sheep Shearing Day
Watch demonstrations of old-time traditions such as lacemaking, woodcarving, quilting and spinning. Enjoy garden tastings, sheepdog demonstrations, tractor rides, children's crafts and games, and 4-H animals at Sheep Shearing Day from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, May 2, at Forest Home Farms, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Cost is $5 for ages 13 years and older; $3 for children 3-12 years old; children 2 years and under are free. If you pre-register, you save $2. Visit www.sanramonrecguide.com.
Spring Celebration
Blackhawk Plaza will host a Spring Celebration with Sandi and Steve from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, March 27, in the Playground of the plaza in Blackhawk. Kids will enjoy crafts, entertainment, balloon animals, and special characters including the Calico Critters, and a special Insect Songs performance from Sandi and Stevie! For more information, visit www.shopblackhawkplaza.com or www.sandiandstevie.com.
Tour of the Blackhawk Museum
Blackhawk Museum sponsors a docent-led tour of the museum's Renowned Exhibitions at 2 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. The tour is free with admission. For information, call 736-2280.
Tri-Valley Vegetarians Music and Lecture
Join us for an evening of original piano music and a lecture with Q & A on Dr. Tuttle's uplifting book, "The World Peace Diet" as he speaks about passion and compassion for a new world from 5:30-7 p.m., Saturday, March 20, at a private residence in Pleasanton. Cost is a $10-$15 suggested donation. To reserve your spot and for more information, visit www.ThriveHolistic.com/vegsociety.
Visit the USS Hornet
Aircraft Carrier USS Hornet Museum, Alameda, CA
Across the Bay from San Francisco (calendar listing)
Across the Bay from San Francisco, take the family to visit the USS Hornet, a restored aircraft carrier in Alameda. The USS Hornet served in WWII and recovered the Apollo 11 astronauts. Tour the bridge, hangar deck, engine room, navigation bridge, captain's bridge, primary flight control, and flight deck, or ride the flight simulator. The Honret is open daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $14 for adults; $12 for seniors; $12 for military and students with ID; $6 for youth ages 5-17; and children 5 years and younger are free. Parking is free. The USS Hornet is located at Pier 3, 707 W. Hornet Ave., Alameda. Call (510) 521-8448 or visit www.uss-hornet.org.
Wine Tasting Party & Dance Party
Single Professionals are invited to a fun parties including unlimited wine tasting followed by a dance party from 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Saturday, march 27, at Fuz Restaurant, 3707 Mt Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. Advance tickets are $20; $30 at the door. Call 945-8340 or visit http://winesocials.com.
Exposing Danville Inside Out: Today and Yesterday
Museum of the San Ramon Valley presents "Exposing Danville Inside Out: Today and Yesterday" photography exhibit until March 31. Original photographs reflecting the San Ramon Valley, past and present, in color and black and white. From March 16-31, high school student photography will be on display. The museum is located at the corner of Railroad and Prospect avenues in downtown Danville. It is open from 1-4 p.m., Tuesday-Friday and from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday. Admission varies. Call 837-3750 or visit www.museumsrv.org.
Seward Johnson Sculptures Coming to Downtown Pleasanton
City of Pleasanton will welcome an interactive art exhibit by internationally-known sculptor J. Seward Johnson to sidewalk locations from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday, April 1, in downtown Pleasanton. For information, visit www.civicartsliterary.org.
13th Annual Blue Ribbon Luncheon
Three-time Super Bowl champion and former 49er, Riki Ellison, will be the keynote speaker the 13th annual Blue Ribbon Luncheon from noon-1:30 p.m., Friday, April 30, at the Westin St. Francis, 335 Powell St., San Francisco. Tickets are $250 and scholarships begin at $1,000. Proceeeds benefit San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center. Co-Anchor of ABC 7/KGO TV, Cheryl Jennings, will serve as the emcee at the event. Call (415) 668-0494, ext. 403 or visit www.sfcapc.org/events.
American Girl Fashion Show
The American Girl Fashion Show is a fun-filled event for girls and their families, friends and favorite dolls and will start at 10 a.m., Sunday, April 25, at San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. Celebrate the experience of being a girl, through a colorful presentation of historical and contemporary fashions. Enjoy tea party refreshments and enter to win door prizes. Cost is $35 for adults; $25 for children. Call 984-4980 or visit www.eastbayfashionshow.com.
Benefit Performance 'The Vagina Monologues'
V-Day Lafayette presents a benefit production of "The Vagina Monologues" at 8 p.m., Friday-Saturday, March 19-20 and at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 2, at the Veterans Memorial Hall, 3780 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Tickets are $40-$50. Proceeds benefit The Gretta Foundation. Call (415) 391-3139 or visit www.grettafoundation.org/vday.
Casino Grande at Blackhawk Museum
Enjoy a night of casino fun, dining and gaming among the amazing cars from 6-11 p.m., Saturday, April 10, at the Blackhawk Museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. Advance tickets are $75. Proceeds support the Bay Area Crisis Nursery to prevent child abuse. Call 685-6633 or visit www.bacn.info.
Diablo Trails Challenge
Save Mount Diablo will host the Diablo Trails Challenge 5K, 10K and Half Marathon Saturday, March 20, beginning at Castle Rock Park in Walnut Creek. Start times will be 8 a.m. for the 50K; 9 a.m. for the Half Marathon; 9:10 a.m. for the 10K; and 9:20 a.m. for the 5K. Cost varies. Proceeds benefit Save Mount Diablo. For more information or to register, visit http://brazenracing.com/diablo.
Hike of Hope
Hope Hospice presents its first Hike for Hope on Saturday, May 1, in the Sunol Wilderness on Geary Road. Hikers can choose an easy or moderate 2 or 3 mile trek in the Little Yosemite or Canyon View trails. The hike start time will be between 8:30-9:30 a.m. Cost is $25 in advance; $35 on the day of; children 6 years and under are free. Proceeds benefit Hope Hospice. To register, visit www.thehikeforhope.com.
John Baldwin Elementary Fundraiser Gala
John Baldwin Elementary School Fundraiser Gala will start at 6 p.m., Saturday, March 27, at the Roundhill Country Club, 3169 Roundhill Rd., Alamo. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased at www.bidforkids.com.
John Baldwin Elementary Online Auction
Support special programs at John Baldwin Elementary School by placing a bid on fabulous products and services at www.bidforkids.com from March 10-19.
Los Cerros Middle School Talent Show
Tech for Teachers Talent Show is a student talent showcase and fundraiser to benefit teacher technology. It will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday-Friday, March 25-26, at Los Cerros Middle School, 968 Blemer Rd., Danville. Admission is a $5 donation. Call 552-5620.
Make a 'Change'
Recycle a bottle, fill it with change and help benefit a great cause. Fund-a-Field provides soccer fields for children in Africa. All you have to do is collect a clean, plastic bottle, cut a slit in the top for change, fill it with loose change and turn it into Fund-a-Field. For information, visit FUNDaFIELD@comcast.net.
Sycamore Valley Elementary Online Auction
Sycamore Valley Elementary School will host an auction fundraiser from March 10-19. The event will raise needed funds for the school by selling auction items including golf packages, trips, local attraction tickets and more. To place a bid, visit sycamorevalley.auctionanything.com (no www).
Walk MS
MS stops people from moving. The National MS Society exists to make sure it doesn't. Over 700 walkers are expected at this years 5k Walk at Heather Farms in Walnut Creek from 9 a.m.-noon, Sunday, April 18. There will be live music, entertainment, food and family fun; dogs on leash are welcome. This event is free, but donations will be accepted. Call (415) 230-6678 or visit www.msconnection.org.
10th Annual Danville-Alamo Branch of AAUW Garden Tour
Eight gardens in Alamo and Danville at the tenth annual Danville-Alamo Branch of AAUW Garden Tour from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, May 7-8. Tickets are $30 if postmarked by April 30; $35 thereafter; $25 for seniors throughout the ticket sale period. No children under 12 years old. For tickets, mail check by April 30 payable to "Danville-Alamo AAUW EF" include a business sized, self-addressed, stamped envelope to: AAUW Garden Tour, 400 Cliffside Dr., Danville, 94526 or to East Bay Flower Co, 206 Sycamore Valley Rd after April 1. Call 831-1784 or visit www.aauw-da.org.
Lafayette Kitchen Tour
The 11th annual Lafayette Kitchen Tour will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, May 15. Tickets are $35 ($25 tax deductible) and can be bought in advance through a Lafayette Junior, in person at Douglah Designs, 3577 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette or Premier Kitchens, 3373 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. For more information, visit www.lafayettejuniors.org.
MJWC's Seventh Annual Garden Tour
MJWC will host its seventh annual Garden Tour "Through the Garden Gate Tour" at various gardens in Lamorinda from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, May 1. Tickets are $35 ($25 is tax-deductible). Proceeds benefit Farm 2 Kids. For more information, visit www.moragajuniors.org.
Knee and Hip Pain Treatment Seminar
San Ramon Regional Medical Center and the Arthritis Foundation will present a free seminar, "Surgical Treatment Options for Knee and Hip Pain for Osteoarthritis," from 7:30-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 24, at the hospital, South Conference, South Building, 7777 Norris Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Orthopedic Surgeon, Ian Stine, M.D., will speak on minimally invasive joint-sparing procedures. Call (800) 284-2878 or visit www.oursanramonhospital.com.
Open Gym
Town of Danville is offering Adult Open Gym from 6:45-9:15 a.m., Saturdays, at Los Cerros Middle School Community Gym, 968 Blemer Road, Danville. Discounted pass cards are $4 for residents, $5 for non-residents. Call 314-3386.
Women's Wellness Panel Presentation
Sondra Altman, MD will present "Hormones: The Good, The Bad and The Confusing" from 9:30 a.m.-noon, Saturday, March 20, at Shadow Hills Cabana, 1001 El Capitan Dr., Danville Linda Michaelis, RD, Nutritionist, will discuss ideas about eating correctly and Asha Bajaj, DPT, Physical Therapist talk about "Bone up on Bone Health." Cost is $8; mail a check payable to Danville-Alamo AAUW by March 15 to Danville-Alamo AAUW Programs, PO Box 996, Alamo, 94507.
Breakfast with the Bunny
San Ramon Parks and Community Services will host Breakfast with the Bunny at two different times from 8:30-10 a.m. and from 10:30 a.m.-noon, Saturday, March 27, at the San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. Enjoy a variety of breakfast goodies, spring time crafts, entertainment and a chance to take a photo with the bunny. Bring your camera or pay $2 for a digital print. Both children and adults must register. Cost is $10 for residents; $12 for non-residents. Call 973-3200 or visit www.sanramonrecguide.com.
Eggciting Eggstravaganza
City of San Ramon will host Eggciting Eggstravaganza for children ages 1-9 from 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, April 3, at Central Park, located at the corner of Bollinger Canyon Road and Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Cost is $10 for residents; $12 for non-residents. Pre-registration is required; call 973-3200.
Eggstravaganza
Town of Danville will host Eggstravaganza from 9:30-11 a.m., Saturday, April 3, at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St. Enjoy a fun-filled morning of Easter egg hunts, arts and crafts, face painting and more. Hunts are organized by age so every child has equal opportunity. Bring your camera and take your little one's picture with the Spring Bunny. Cost is $5 for residents; $6 for non-residents. Pre-registration is required; call 314-3400 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us.
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Blackhawk Plaza will host Photos with the Easter Bunny from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., March 19-April 3, in the Rotunda at Blackhawk Plaza in Danville. Hop on over to the main rotunda and visit with the Easter Bunny for photos and a free gift! Visit www.shopblackhawkplaza.com/center_events.
Secular Progressive Community Potluck Seder
The Tri-Valley Cultural Jews will hold a community potluck seder at 5 p.m., Saturday, April 3, at Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. The seder features an English-language progressive Secular haggadah highlighting the power of community and the value of freedom. Cost is $10 for non-members 13 years and older. This event is kid-friendly. Reservations are required; call (510) 888-1404.
Acoustic Music Night
San Ramon Parks and Community Services Department will host an Acoustic Night from 8-11 p.m., Friday, April 16, at the Dougherty Station Community Center, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Admission is $5. Talented performers are needed to take the stage, so if you are interested, contact Adam Chow at 973-3362 or achow@sanramon.ca.gov by March 19.
After School Enrichment
San Ramon Parks and Community Services provides educational opportunities at every elementary in San Ramon. Enhance your child's educational experience and ignite their passion for art, drama, music, science, sports and much more. Most classes begin the week of April 19. For a complete list of classes, dates, descriptions, fees and registration options, visit www.sanramon.ca.gov/afterschool.
After School Field Trips at the Farm
Forest Home Farms hosts after school field trips including Fun with Farm Animals, Behind-the-Scenes with Tractors, Dig in and Grow and Preschool Fun at the Farm. Field trips are for groups of five children or more and can be booked Monday-Friday by calling 973-3284. Cost is $5 per child.
Art of Macrame Workshop for Teens
Discover the art of macrame bracelets with artist Aubrey Ferreira while learning to do macrame bracelets through this free, fun, hands-on workshop at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 23, at the Danville Library, Mt. Diablo Room, 400 Front St. Materials will be provided by the artist. This event is free, but registration is required by calling 837-4889.
Danville Library Scavenger Hunt
Follow the clues! A scavenger hunt at the Danville Library to celebrate the KidsReads 2010 book by Megan McDonald from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., during the week of March 22-27, at the Danville Library, 400 Front St. Children 4-8 years are invited to participate by getting a form at the library, completing the hunt and winning a prize. Call 837-4889.
Fifth Grade Happening
City of San Ramon will host a social event for incoming sixth graders and their parents from 7-9 p.m., Friday, April 23, at the Dougherty Station Community Center, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Cost is $6 if pre-registered; $7 at the door; parents are free and don't need to register. Call 973-3200.
Free Online Tutoring Available
Contra Costa County Library is offering free homework help from expert online tutors to students grade 4-12 and beginning college from 1-10 p.m., Monday-Friday, at http://ccclib.org
Kids Circle and Teen Talk
This is a program for families with school-age children when a parent has cancer. Each workshop has an activity-based group for children where they identify feelings and learn coping skills; a support group for teens, and a group for parents; the workshop ends with lunch and a family activity. The workshop is from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, April 10, at the Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. This workshop is free. Call 933-0107 or visit www.twcba.org.
Kids Interactive Shakespeare
Listen to and then act out stories from two of Shakespeare's most famous plays with California Shakespeare Theater's Director of Artistic Learning Trish Tillman from 1-2:30 p.m., for students in grades 3-7, Sunday, March 28, at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center Community Hall, 3941 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Learn all about the characters from the pages of Macbeth and Much Ado About Nothing. This event is free, but registration is required by visiting www.CalShakes.org.
KidsRead 2010
With funding from Target, San Ramon Library Foundation and Danville Friends of the Library, children are invited to pick up a free copy of "When the Library Lights Go Out" by Megan McDonald starting March 22 to read as apart of KidsRead 2010. This program ends April 17. The Danville Library is located at 400 Front St. (call 837-4889); San Ramon Library is located at 100 Montgomery St. (call 973-2850); and the Dougherty Station Library is located at 17017 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon (call 973-3380). Young writers are invited to write a sentence, a phrase, a paragraph or a poem about what happens in the library after the lights go out. Entries will be accepted until Friday, April 9 at the three libraries. Everyone who turns in their writing at any of the libraries will receive a small prize.
KidsRead 2010 Activities
Dougherty Station Library will celebrate the library and KidsReads with book related crafts from 6-7 p.m., Thursday, April 1, at the library, 17017 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Crafts are appropriate for ages 6 and up, and available while supplies last. Call 973-3380.
KidsReads 2010 Launch Party
Kick-off Danville-San Ramon Libraries' KidsReads Event with a special celebration from1-3 p.m., Sunday, March 21, at the Blackhawk Plaza Rotunda and read. bookstore in Danville. The day will include an unicycling juggler, puppet show, games and crafts, face painting, scavenger hunt and prizes. This event is free. Call 837-4889.
Pre-School Performance Series
Calling all preschool kids! Come join the Town of Danville Recreation Services for its Pre-School Performance Series. The third show is with the Bubble Lady and her shows are filled with lots of bubbles and creative stories. Enjoy it from 10-11 a.m., Friday, April 23, at the Village Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. This event is free. Call 314-3400.
San Ramon Children's Chorus
Children ages 5-14 are invited to come and experience a rehearsal of the San Ramon Chorus of Contra Costa Children's Chorus from 4-5 p.m. (for ages 5-8) or from 4:30-6 p.m. (for ages 9-14), Mondays, at the Dougherty Station Community Center, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. No experience is required. Call 973-3350 or visit www.childrenschorus.org.
Storytime with the Farmer
Calling all little farmers! The farmer at Forest Home Farms Historic Park will host storytimes for children ages 3-5. "All About Sheep" from 10-11 a.m., Monday, April 19; and "Happy Mother's Day" from 10-11 a.m., Wednesday, May 5; both at the farm located at 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Children must be accompanied by and adult, but only children need to register. Cost is $5 for residents; $6 for non-residents. Pre-register by calling 973-3200 or visit www.sanramonrecguide.com. This event will be held outdoors, so please dress appropriately.
Theatre Programs
Diablo Theatre Performing Arts Academy and Diablo Theatre Company will host Theatre Programs for children ages 4-19. There are numerous programs and more information can be found by visiting www.diablotheatre.org. Call 262-2138.
Wii Tournament
City of San Ramon will host a Wii Tournament for teens from 7-9:30 p.m., Friday, March 19, at the Dougherty Station Community Center, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Cost is $5 and pre-registration is required by calling 973-3200 or visit www.sanramon.ca.gov/srteen/events.
Aging-Related Lecture Series
Millman Adult Day Program will host informative and engaging aging-related presentations to the public. These seminars will start at 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, at Contra Costa JCC, 2071 Tice Blvd., Walnut Creek. Medications and Dementia on March 17; and Financial Considerations for Long-Term Care on April 14. These lectures are free. Call Marvelyn Davis at 938-7800, ext. 257.
American Couple Tour Iran 2009
Immediately following the disputed national elections in Iran, Danville couple Nancy and Dan Adolphson, visited Iran as a part of international group seeing the different parts of country. They will speak at the next First Wednesday Program at 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 7, at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St. Participants will see photos, enjoy Persian crafts and share impressions. This event is free. Call 837-4889.
Carey Perloff: A Career in the American Theater
Award-winning artistic director Carey Perloff will share her insights into how she transformed a ruined historic landmark building into the vibrant American Conservatory Theater at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 18, at the Bankhead Theatre, 2400 First St., Livermore. Following her presentation, Perloff will take questions from the audience. Cost is $30; $12 for students 21 years and younger. Call 373-6800 or visit www.bankheadtheater.org.
Certified CPR and First Aide Class
Do you know the right way to perform the Heimlich maneuver? Or the most effective way to stop someone from bleeding? This four-day certification class will provide you with hands-on techniques that can make a difference in saving lives from noon-1 p.m., Tuesday-Friday, April 20-23, (1-hour session for four consecutive days), at 2527 Camino Ramon, Suite 120 (BR7), San Ramon. Cost is $50 per person; make checks payable to Adams Safety Training; payment is due one week prior to first class. To reserve your spot, call 543-0100.
Citizens Police Academy
Danville Police Department will host its Citizens Police Academy from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday, March 23. Learn about patrol, investigations, traffic, K-9 unit and school resources. After completion of this program, participants may apply and become a "VIP" (Volunteer in Policing). To register, call Claudia Ray at 314-3704.
Confessions of a Writing Contest Judge
At the next meeting of the California Writers Club, Tri-Valley Branch, author Beverly Lauderdale, frequent judge of regional and national writing contests, will discuss what contest judges look for and how writers can make their submissions more competitive. Meet with this club from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, March 20, at Empire Buffet (Note: new meeting location), 1070 East Stanley Blvd., Livermore. Cost is $21 for members; $27 for non-members. For reservations, call 462-7495.
Dayspring Preschool Parent Education Series
Dayspring Preschool will begin its Parent Education Series with "Home Safety and Emergency Preparedness for Families with Young Children" from 6:30-7:45 p.m., Monday, April 12, at Danville Congregational Church, 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. Safety expert Pam Isom will discuss the topics of choking, basic CPR, disaster equipment and supplies for children and emergency response plans for families. This event is free. Call 389-2044.
Dialogues Lecture Series
Contra Costa JCC will host the Dialogues Lecture Series from 7:30-8:30 p.m., different days, at Contra Costa JCC, 2071 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek. Linda Gradstein will cover Israel on March 23; Janna Gur will talk about "Tel Aviv: 100 Years of Culinary History" on April 27; and Pete Yellin will talk about "Jazzed Up!" on May 26. Cost varies; visit www.ccjcc.org/dialogues.
Ending Extreme Poverty Through Education
Humanitarian Deepa Willingham will speak to local Rotary and Interact members and guests about ending extreme proverty through education, clean water and micro loans from 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, March 24, at San Ramon Presbyterian Church, 12943 Alcosta Blvd. As founder of schools in India and Mexico, she provides practical solutions. This event is free. Call 837-0585.
Ethan Allen Workshop: Dress Your Bed In Style
Learn how to get the perfect bedcoverings to finish your room from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, March 20, at Ethan Allen, 4230 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton. This event is free, but reservations are required by Monday, March 15; call 734-6675.
Financial Planning to Save Tax Dollars
Enjoy a Business–to–Business Seminar about "Financial Planning to Save Tax Dollars" from noon-1 p.m., Wednesday, March 24, at the Bishop Ranch Conference Center, 2623 Camino Ramon, Suite 175 (BR3), San Ramon. This event is free, including a light lunch. Reservations are required; call 543-0100.
Getting Pizza, Getting Beer, Getting Published
Playwrights Cafe is sponsoring a panel discussion on getting your work produced from 1-5 p.m., Saturday, March 21, at La Val's Subterranean, 1834 Euclid, Berkeley. Hear what works and what doesn't. Cost is $30, including pizza and beer.
Homeopathy Every Day Study Group of Walnut Creek
Learn about the Origin of Homeopathy, nature of the remedies that help relieve symptoms associated with injuries and common illnesses from 6-7 p.m., Thursday, March 18, at the office of Myra Nissen, CCH, RSHom(NA), 43 Quail Court, Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Walnut Creek. This event is free, but reservations are required by calling 826-3858.
How to Survive and Thrive in the New Economy
It's no secret that businesses are facing unprecedented challenges in their quest for profitability, and expanding a business client base is vital. Learn about it from noon-1 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, at 2623 Camino Ramon, Suite 175 (BR3), San Ramon. This event is free, including a light lunch. Reservations are required by calling 543-0100.
Learn about the Peace Corps
Peace Corps will be at the Danville Library at 7 p.m., Monday, March 22, in the Mt. Diablo Room, 400 Front St., Danville. Peace Corps Volunteers will share stories and photographs of their diverse and inspiring agricultural and environmental projects in various countries. Call 837-4889.
Managing Symptoms and Side Effects
Learn what you can do to feel better during cancer treatment at this informal workshop from 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, April 3, at the Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. An oncology nurse and cancer survivor will discuss methods for managing fatigue, nausea, and other treatment side effects. This workshop is free for cancer patients and their support. Call 933-0107 or visit www.twcba.org.
Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Group
This 12-week workshop is for women who have just been diagnosed and are either in treatment or starting treatment for cancer and will meet from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., every Tuesday, April 13-July 27, at the Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. This series helps address the emotional and physical issues that surface after diagnosis; guest medical experts will present information to the group. This workshop is free for cancer patients and their support. Call 933-0107 or visit www.twcba.org.
Recent Advances in Head and Neck Cancer
Join Marjaneh Moini, MD, radiation oncologist with John Muir will discuss treatment options, latest research, side effect management and ways to improve medical outcomes in head and neck cancer from 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, April 13, at the Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. Call 933-0107 or www.twcba.org.
Series on Local National Parks, Memorials and Historical Sites
National Park Rangers from Northern California will present a series on our local National Parks, Memorials and Historical Sites at Danville Library this spring. The schedule for the National Park Series at Danville Library includes Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site on March 24; Rosie the Riveter/WW11 Home Front National Historic Park on April 20; John Muir National Historic Site on May 12; and Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial on June 9. All programs begin at 7 p.m. in the Mt. Diablo Room of the Danville Library. Seating is available on a first-come, first-seated basis. Call 837-4889.
Speak Up! An ESL Conversation Group for Adults
The "Speak Up" series offers adults the opportunity to practice and improve their English language conversational skills in an informal, small group setting. The weekly drop-in sessions are free and meet at 6:45 p.m., Mondays, at the San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery St. Registration is not required. For information, call Carol Yuke at 927-5850.
Survivor 101
Learn survivorship care planning, creating a cancer treatment summary, and tips for developing a personal recovery plan from 6:15-8 p.m., Tuesday, April 20, at the Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. Learn ways to regain strength and ease back into your "normal life." Patients and support people are welcome to this free workshop. Call 933-0107 or visit www.twcba.org.
Tehran: a City in Unrest
Marc Babsin, Principal at Emerald Fund, Harvard Law School, will talk about "Tehran: a City in Unrest" and the three weeks he spent in Tehran following its election from 7-8 p.m. (registration starts at 6:30 p.m.), Wednesday, March 24, in the Community Hall at the new Lafayette Library, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Cost is $5; students are free. For Reservations, call (415) 293-4600 or visit www.itsyourworld.org.
Working Through Loss When Faced With Cancer
Feelings of loss and a grieving process are part of dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Join The Wellness Community by exploring this topic with discussion and experiential exercises from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., March 27, at the Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. This workshop is free for cancer survivors and their caregivers. Call 933-0107.
MDUUC Coffee House
Enjoy a magical evening of original acoustic music with local musicians Laura Zucker, Coyote Grace, and Barnett and Newlon starting at 8 p.m., Saturday, March 20, at Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church, 55 Eckley Lane, Walnut Creek. Cost is $10. Call 934-3135.
Adopt a New Best Friend
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue (TVAR) offers wonderful animals for adoption every Saturday and Sunday, excluding most holidays. On Saturdays, from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., dogs and cats are available. For dates and times and other information, call TVAR at 803-7043 or visit its Web site at www.tvar.org.
American Red Cross Public Blood Drive
One donation can help save the lives of up to three people. American Red Cross will host a public blood drive from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday, March 25, at Bittersweet Cafe, 730 Camino Ramon, Danville. To make an appointment, call (800) RED CROSS (800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org (Sponsor Code: BITTERSWEET).
American Red Cross Public Blood Drive
American Red Cross will hold a public blood drive from noon-5 p.m., Friday, April 9, at the Grange Hall, 743 Diablo Rd., Danville. To schedule an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org (Sponsor Code: DANVILLE). One donation can help save the lives of up to three people.
Books for the Homebound Service
If you are a homebound individual living in the area and are unable to visit the Danville Library for materials, volunteers are able to deliver books to you. For more information, call Sandra Paiva at 837-4889.
Free Computer Instruction
The Danville Library is offering free computer instruction on Word, Excel, Powerpoint or the Internet by appointment only. To make an appointment, visit the Danville Library Information Desk or call 837-4889
Host a Visiting French Student This Summer
Host a student from France this summer. The students are 15-18 years old, speak English and have daily planned activities. Host families are asked to provide a bed, meals and transportation to and from BART. The group will be here from July 8-28. Enjoy a great cultural experience without leaving home. For information, contact Dawn Garlieb at 552-8017 or garlieb@sbcglobal.net.
Recycle for Breast Cancer
Recycle for Breast Cancer is open seven days a week accepting free dropoffs for computers, monitors, cell phones, laptops, servers and TVs, at 31 Beta Ct., Suite C, San Ramon. Call 735-7203 or visit www.recycleforbreastcancer.org.
Stroke and Osteoporosis Screening
Life Life Screening will host stroke and osteoporosis screenings with appointments beginning at 9 a.m., Friday, April 23, at Peace Lutheran Church, 3201 Camino Tassajara, Danville. Packages start at $139. To schedule an appointment, call (877) 237-1287.
Tax-Aide Free Tax Preparation
Free tax preparation by Tax-Aide and sponsored by AARP will start this month in Danville and San Ramon. No income or age limit, but special attention will be given to taxpayers with low to moderate incomes and individuals age 60 plus. The preparation will be located at the Danville Grange, 743 Diablo Rd., Danville and at the San Ramon Senior Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd. For more information, call 973-3250 or 314-9612.
Teacher Trust Seeks Nominations
The Warren W. Eukel Teacher Trust is looking for nominations for recipients for its 2010 award for Contra Costa County teachers who demonstrate excellence as educators. Teachers may be nominated by teaching colleagues, principals, students, parents and others who will be selected by a committee. The winners each receive a $10,000 grant that can be used in any manner. Nominations will be accepted until June 30. For a nomination form or information, call 945-0200 or visit www.eukelteachertrust.org.
The Energy Primer for Kids
The Energy Primer for Kids is a 25-page booklet of simple facts pertaining to current energy issues and is useful for adults that are evaluating energy related claims of politicians. For a free copy, write to Synergy Institute, P.O. Box 561, San Ramon, CA 94583. A speaker is available for groups wishing to hear about the global warming propaganda. Call 837-7612.
'101 Dalmatians'
Join Pongo and Perdita as their resue their pups in "101 Dalmatians" at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, April 17-18, at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon. Tickets can be purchased at www.sanramonperformingarts.com.
'Cabaret'
Enjoy "Cabaret," winner of 12 Tony awards at 8 p.m., Friday, March 19, at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon. Tickets are $39. Visit www.sanramonperformingarts.com.
'Damn Yankees'
See 50 youth present the fabulous Broadway hit, "Damn Yankees" at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and 2 p.m., Saturdays, March 26-27 and April 2-3, at Village Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. "You've Gotta Have Heart" and "What Ever Lola Wants" are only two of the classic hit songs from this musical that celebrates baseball players' victory. Tickets are $7.50-$9.50. Call 314-3400 or visit www.danvillechildrensmusicaltheater.com.
'Educating Rita'
Willie Russell's comedy, directed by Scott Fryer, features Ginny Wehrmeister as working-class Rita, who's pursuing an English literature course, and L. Peter Callender, veteran California Shakespeare Theatre Associate Artist, as Dr. Frank Bryant, the burned-out, boozed-up professor teaching her. See it at 8 p.m., Thursdays-Saturdays, until Feb. 13, at Diablo Actors Ensemble Theatre, 1345 Locust St., Walnut Creek. Tickets are $10-$25. Call (866) 811-4111 or visit www.diabloactors.com.
'The Family Makespeace'
Diablo Actors' Ensemble presents "The Family Makespeace," winner of their 2008 inaugural playwright competition, opening at 8 p.m., Friday, March 12 and closing Saturday, March 27. Showtimes are 8 p.m., Friday-Saturday and 2 p.m., Sunday, at the Diablo Actors Ensemble Theatre, 1345 Locust St., Walnut Creek. Tickets are $10-$25. Call (866) 811-4111 or visit www.diabloactors.com.
'The Vagina Monologues'
V-Day Lafayette will present a benefit production of "The Vagina Monologues" Friday-Sunday, March 19-21, at Lafayette Veteran's Memorial Hall, 3780 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Tickets are $40-$50. Proceeds benefit The Gretta Foundation. Seating is general admission so early arrival is recommended. Call (415) 391-3139 or visit www.grettafoundation.org/vday.
Cirque La Masque
In the newest production of Carnivale, Cirque La Masque redefines the Cirque experience with feats of unmatched energy and skill. See it at 8 p.m., Friday, April 9, at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon. Tickets are $49 for adults; $25 for children under 12. Call 973-3200 or visit www.sanramonperformingarts.com.
Night at the Improv
The show is an interactive evening of improvisational comedy created on the spot with the help of audience participation and suggestions. See it at 8 p.m., Friday-Saturday, March 19-20, Saturday, June 5 and Monday, July 19, at the Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Tickets are $10. Not suitable for under 18 years old. Tickets can be purchased on line at www.SanRamonPerformingArts.com or at the door.
The Mikado SingAlong
Ever sat in an audience wishing you could sing along? Now is your chance. Patrons are invited to be a part of the extended chorus in this production from 2-5 p.m., Sunday, March 21, at Presentation Theate, 2350 Turk Boulevard (just west of Masonic), San Francisco. The Mikado is very possibly the most popular musical comedy in the English language. Cost is $15-$30. Call (415) 978-2787 or visit www.brownpapertickets.com.
The Mikado Singalong
Ever sat in an audience wishing you could sing along? Now's your chance! Patrons are invited to be a part of the extended chorus in this production, which promises to put you, literally, in the middle of the action, at 8 p.m., Saturday, March 20, at the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. The Mikado is very possibly the most popular musical comedy in the English language. Tickets are $18-$33. Call 943-7469 or visit http://lamplighters.org.
Deepa Willingham to Speak
I-680 Corridor Rotary Spring Six Club will host its monthly meeting with guest speaker Deepa Willingham, president of Pace Universal and District Governor Elect, Rotary District 5240, at 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 24, at San Ramon Presbyterian Church, 12943 Alcosta Blvd. Deepa will speak about extreme poverty, its consequences
for us all and her work through Pace Universal. This event is free. For information, visit www.paceuniversal.com or e-mail Bill Clarkson, President of the Dougherty Valley Rotary Club at Bill@BillClarkson.com.
Meet David Harmer
Republican candidate David Harmer who is running for the 11th Congressional District seat with host a meet-and-greet from 7-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 7, at the Sycamore Club House, 635 Old Orchard Rd., Danville. He will discuss his reasons for running, positions on current issues and how he will run the 11th Congressional District. The public is welcome.
Town Meeting with David Hamer
A town meeting is scheduled for David Hamer sponsored by Citizens for Harmer at 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 7, at the Sycamore Club House, 635 Old Orchard Rd., Danville. Mr. Hamer will discuss his reasons for running, his positions on current issues, and how he intends to take back the 11th Congressional District. See David's video at www.HammerforCongress.com.
Hidden Valley Open Space Guided Hike
Save Mount Diablo will host a guided hike of the Hidden Valley Open Space at 9:30 a.m., Sunday, March 21, meeting at the hiker gate on Longleaf Circle, San Ramon. The hike will focus on the spectacular reserve and its natural resources, proposed development projects and their impacts on the region. Another guided hikes in HVOS is scheduled for April 11. Bring liquids and layers. Heavy rain postpones. For more information, call 947-3535 or visit www.savemountdiablo.org.
Hidden Valley Open Space Guided Hike
Save Mount Diablo will host a guided hike of the Hidden Valley Open Space at 9:30 a.m., Sunday, April 11, meeting at the hiker gate on Longleaf Circle, San Ramon. The hike will focus on the spectacular reserve and its natural resources, proposed development projects and their impacts on the region. Bring liquids and layers. Heavy rain postpones. For more information, call 947-3535 or visit www.savemountdiablo.org.
CCAR Scholarship
Contra Costa Association of Realtors Scholarship Foundation is offering scholarships to residents of Central Contra Costa County. If you qualify, scholarship awards can range from $1,500 to $2,500. Further information and applications may be found at www.ccarscholarship.com. Deadline April 30.
Speaker Series for Scholarship Essay Competition
Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley will host its annual Scholarship Essay Competition with its third guest speaker Judge Barry Baskin to speak at 6:30 p.m., Monday, March 8, at the Veterans' Hall, 400 Hartz Ave., Danville. The last spekaker wil be former Assemblywoman Lynne Leach on March 22. Awards are available to high school students for $1,500, $1,000 and $500. For information, visit www.srvexchangeclub.org or call June at 943-1188 or Roxanne at 837-6253.
Bridge
Seniors meet to play bridge from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Friday at the Danville Veteran's Memorial Building, 400 Hartz Ave. Experienced players only. Cost is $1. Reservations are required. Call Jerri Kaldem at 837-6283.
Buzz Sessions
Town of Danville presents Buzz Sessions for seniors from 2:30-3:30 p.m., each fourth Tuesday of the month, at Danville Library, Mt. Diablo Room, 400 Front St. These events are free, but register to reserve your place by calling 314-3400.
Classes at San Ramon Senior Center
The Senior Center offers over 30 hours of exercise each week and a variety of dance classes. There are fine art, craft, language and music classes, senior issue lectures, computer lab classes for Macs and PCs, and different exercise classes. The center is located at 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. For a list of classes, visit www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/parks/programs/senior/classes. Costs vary. Call 973-3250.
Danville Senior Citizens Club
The club meets from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., every Monday at the Danville Veterans' Memorial Building, 400 Hartz Ave., for line dancing exercise, bingo, mah jong and more. New members are welcome. Membership is $12 a year. Call Patricia Graber at 443-0268.
Free Services for Seniors
San Ramon Senior Centers offers free services including legal counseling, HICAP (Medicare, health insurance and long-term care insurance counseling), resource for housing options, notary service, financial advice and computer tutoring. The center also hosts free blood pressure checks from 10 a.m.-noon, on the fourth Thursday of every month. The center is located at 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. For more information, call 973-3250 or visit www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/parks/programs/senior/classes.
HICAP Appointments
The Health Insurance Counseling Advocacy Program (HICAP) offers its services free to anyone on Medicare or at least 60 years old with questions about health insurance coverage. Appointments are available the second Wednesday and the fourth Tuesday of every month by appointment; call 314-3400.
Lunch Program at San Ramon Senior Center
San Ramon Senior Center offers a lunch program for seniors from noon-1 p.m., Tuesday-Friday. Participants must sign up by noon the day before they want the lunch. Options include a crab salad, hamburger or chef's salad everyday or what is on the lunch menu for that designated day. A deli bag option is also available which must be ordered on Wednesday for Friday pick-up. The center is located at 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. For more information or to place an order, call 973-3250.
Prime Time
Prime Time is for seniors and meets from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., every Tuesday, at Community Presbyterian Church, 222 W. El Pintado, Danville. Activities include crafts, games of all kinds, classes and speakers. A home-cooked meal is served at noon for $4. Rides are provided by County Connection Link for $4 round trip; call Gloria at 837-5229. To be on the mailing list, call Rosy at 552-9675.
Prime Time's English Handbell Class
Prime Time's English handbell class meets from 10-11 a.m., every Tuesday, at Community Presbyterian Church, 222 W. El Pintado, Danville. No previous experience is necessary, just bring a willingness to learn. For more information, call Margaret Settle
at 837-6371.
Senior Center Computer Programs
San Ramon Senior Center offers computer programs for seniors including introductory, intermediate and electronics communications classes with PC computers. The center is located at 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. To register or find out more information, call 973-3250 or visit www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/parks/programs/senior/classes.
Senior Dance and Dessert Social
Seniors are invited to join the Town of Danville Recreation Services for a dance and dessert social from 6:30-9:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 31, at the Veterans Memorial Building, 400 Hartz Ave., Danville. Meet new friends, learn a Rumba dance and enjoy an evening dancing to nostalgic music. Cost is $5. Call 314-3491 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us.
Senior Sneaker Trips
Town of Danville hosts Senior Sneaker Trips to different attractions throughout the area. For a list of dates, go to the Danville Community Center at 420 Front St., call 314-3400 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us.
Seniors Program
Danville Veterans' Memorial Hall Lounge hosts a senior drop-in program from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, at Veterans' Memorial Building, 400 Front St., Danville. Activities include playing cards and board games, visiting with friends and meeting new people. Call 314-3400.
Valley Oak Respite Center Activities for Seniors
Valley Oak Respite provides an interactive program for frail seniors and those afflicted with Alzheimer's or related dementias and physical disabilities, from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, at Danville Congregational Church, 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. The cost is $30 per session, which includes a morning snack and beverage; participants should bring a bag lunch. For information or an application, call Carmen McCarthy at 945-8040, ext. 53.
'Connected, Present and Grateful'
As technology takes an ever growing role in our lives, young adults are invited to take a look at the clutter that invades their lives and find ways to become truly connected to God from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, April 10, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Cost is $50, including lunch. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Call 837-9141, ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.
'The Women of The Passion'
During this day, we will reflect on the women who accompanied Jesus during His last days and were there when He endured agony and death on the cross from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (registration begins at 9 a.m.), Tuesday, March 23, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Cost is $25, including lunch and Eucharist. Pre-registration is required. Call 837-9141, ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.
A Taste of Freedom!
Enjoy favorite Passover foods, explore their meanings and get recipes to take home at "A Taste of Freedom" from 6:15-9 p.m., Friday, March 19, at Jewish Gateways, 409 Liberty St., El Cerrito. All are welcome! Free childcare by reservation. This event is free for first-time participants. Call (510) 559-8140 or visit www.jewishgateways.org/events/2010/mar/19/taste-freedom.
Day of Dialogue
Here is a unique chance for gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgendered people, and their friends and family to come together for an afternoon from 1-5 p.m., Sunday, March 21, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. What you will find is peace, safety, and compassion as you pray, dialogue and share stories. This event is free. Call 837-9141, ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.
Day of Dialogue
Come for an afternoon of shared stories of faith and community for gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgendered people from 1-5 p.m., Sunday, May 23, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Friends and family members are welcome. This event is free. Call 837-9141, ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.
Holy Week Retreat
Taste and see the goodness of God in creation. God's greatest creation, His son Jesus, is the reason we come together this Holy Week, April 1-4, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Cost is $195 for a shared room; $230 for a private room. Registration starts at 4 p.m., April 1. Concludes with brunch on April 4. Call 837-9141, ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.
Recovery Retreat with Tom Weston, SJ
Enjoy this opportunity to learn about the "12-Steps and Traditions" with women and men in recovery from alcoholism and addiction April 16-18, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Times for prayer and meditation will be offered. Cost is $195 for a shared room; $220 for a private room. Registration begins at 4 p.m., Friday, April 16. Concludes on Sunday with lunch. Call 837-9141, ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.
Silent Meditation Retreat
Experience scripture passages for Holy Week, Lectio, followed by silent sitting meditation at a Silent Meditation Retreat March 19-21, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. There will be daily Liturgy, optional chair massage and spiritual direction. Wear loose clothes and warm socks. Registration will begin at 4 p.m., March 19. Cost is $210 for a private room; $180 for a shared room. Call 837-9141, ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.
Sri Aurobindo's Life Divine
Join an ongoing reading, meditation and yoga group every Wednesday from 7:30-8:30 p.m. The group is dedicated to the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and meets at a private residence in Danville. The event is free. E-mail Samesh at shinasa@hotmail.com or call (650) 218-4223.
Study John's Gospel with BSF
Bible Study Fellowship invites men to a study of the Gospel of John through personal study, small group interaction and lecture stressing personal application. Classes meet at 6:55 p.m., Tuesdays, at Community Presbyterian Church, 222 W. El Pintado, Danville. These studies are free. Call 837-0424 or visit www.bsfinternational.org. .
Adult Open Gym Basketball
Town of Danville holds drop-in basketball year-round at the Los Cerros Middle School, 968 Blemer Road, for ages 18 and over. Drop-in times are 7:30-9 a.m., Saturdays. Bring your own ball. Cost is $3 for residents, $5 for non-residents. Call 314-3400.
Adult Softball
Adult Softball plays pickup softball at 9:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays year-round. New members welcome. Call Bob Randall at 855-4646 for more information
Danville Tennis Club
The Danville Tennis Club meets 6:30-9 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; and 9-11 a.m., Saturdays for drop-in tennis at San Ramon Valley High School. This free co-ed club provides play for 4.0 to 5.0 and very strong 3.5 level players. See information at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/danvilletennisclub.
Mustang Soccer Registration
Mustang Soccer is hosting its registration until March 31 (late fee after March 31) for U6 Ponies (cost is $100 per player) and U7-U19 (cost is $225 per player). Mustang Soccer serves the communities of Danville, Blackhawk, Diablo, Alamo and the southern portion of Walnut Creek. E-mail mregistration@mustangsoccer.com.
Mustang Soccer Registration Opens
Mustang Soccer Registration for 2010 is now open and available on-line at www.mustangsoccer.com. Cost is according to age: U6 Ponies is $100; U7-U19 is $225; and a late fee of $30 applies after March 31.
San Ramon Basketball Open Gym
City of San Ramon offers basketball open gym for players 18 years and older from 7-10 p.m., Mondays, at Iron Horse Community Gym, 12601 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Cost is $4. Bring your own ball and photo ID. Call Steph Chu at 973-3268.
San Ramon Valley Tennis Club
This women's league is year round for both A and B players meeting for practice weekday mornings. Membership is $30 annually. For information, call Patty at 820-8131 or Tilma at 736-3626 or visit http://srvtc.blogspot.com.
San Ramon Volleyball
City of San Ramon offers five courts for volleyball players 18 years and older from 7-10 p.m., Thursdays, at Iron Horse Community Gym, 12601 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Cost is $4. Bring photo ID. Call Steph Chu at 973-3268.
Sunday Afternoon Badminton and Table Tennis
City of San Ramon offers badminton and table tennis for players 6 years and older from 9 a.m.-noon, Sundays, at Iron Horse Middle School, 12601 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Cost is $3 ($1 bills are preferred). Children under 18 years old should be accompanied by an adult. Three badminton courts and two table tennis tables are available for play. Players should bring their own equipment. Call Steph Chu at 973-3268.
Sunday Morning Badminton
City of San Ramon offers badminton for players 6 years and older from 9 a.m.-noon, Sundays, at Gale Ranch Middle School, 6400 Main Branch Rd., San Ramon. Cost is $3 ($1 bills are preferred). Six courts are available and players should bring their own equipment. Call Steph Chu at 973-3268.
Tuesday Evening Badminton
City of San Ramon offers six courts for players 6 years and older from 6:30-9:30 p.m., Tuesdays, at Gale Ranch Middle School, 6400 Main Branch Rd., San Ramon. Cost is $3 ($1 bills are preferred). Children under the age of 18 should be accompanied by an adult. Players should bring their own equipment. Call Steph Chu at 973-3268.
Walnut Creek Tennis Club
WCTC is a free, co-ed tennis group for single adults of all ages and levels (primarily 2.5-3.5). It plays drop-in tennis from 9 a.m.-noon, Saturdays and Sundays at Las Lomas High School in Walnut Creek. See information at http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/wctc/.
YMCA Spring Sports
Registration is still open for the San Ramon Valley YMCA's spring sports leagues. Tee Ball (ages 3-5), Coach-Pitch (ages 5-7) play on Saturdays only starting April 17. Flag-Football and Touch-Rugby (ages 5-11) meet on Sundays only starting April 18. Register online at srvymca.org or at the Y office, 1029 La Gonda Way, Danville. Call 831-1100 or visit www.srvymca.org.
'Celebrate Recovery' in Alamo
Celebrate Recovery is a forward-looking and balanced Christ-centered recovery program for people with hurts, habits and hang-ups. The group meets at 6 p.m. for dinner (program is from 7-9 p.m.), every Monday, at New Life Church, 2501 Danville Blvd., Alamo. Free child care is avaliable. Call 355-9200, ext. 32 or visit http://newlifeinfo.com/Community/celebrate.
'Celebrate Recovery' in Danville
Celebrate Recovery is a forward-looking and balanced Christ-centered recovery program for people with hurts, habits and hang-ups. The group meets at 6:30 p.m. for dinner and the program starts at 7 p.m., every Friday, at East Bay Fellowship, 2615 Camino Tassajara, Danville. Childcare available for ages 5-11. Call 736-5100, e-mail celebraterecovery@eastbayfellowship.org or visit www.eastbayfellowship.org.
American Chronic Pain Association
The ACPA group meets from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. every second and fourth Monday at the Community Presbyterian Church Library at 222 W. El Pintado Rd., Danville.
Bipolar Support Group
The Tri-Valley Support Group provides free peer support for people with mood disorders. It meets from 7:15-8:45 p.m., every Wednesday, at St. Clare's Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton. Call 560-0842
Danville TOPS
The Danville chapter of Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets at 9 a.m., every Tuesday at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 1550 Diablo Road. Call Bob Blendow at 935-9344 or Rosemarie at 838-7870.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? There is a solution to weight and diet obsession. This effective 12-step program has proven results. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. This group meets from 7-8:30 p.m., every Wednesday, at Grace Presbyterian Church, 2100 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek. For a complete listing of East Bay meetings, call 838-1837 or visit www.foodaddicts.org.
Hospice of the East Bay Offers Support
Hospice of the East Bay will offer a variety of support groups and workshops for adults, children and teens experiencing grief after the death of a loved one. Classes are offered at Hospice's administrative offices, 3470 Buskirk Ave., Pleasant Hill. Adult Support Groups/Classes include: Adults Who Have Lost a Parent from 7-9 p.m., Tuesdays, April 13-June 1; Grief Support for Family and Friends from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursdays, March 11-April 29; Widow and Widowers' Support from 1-3 p.m., Wednesdays, April 21-June 9 and from 6-8 p.m., Mondays, March 22-May 10; Young Widow and Widowers' Support Group from 6-8 p.m., Mondays, March 22-May 10; and a Children and Teens Support Group, Footsteps, from 5:15-6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, April 13-May 18. These groups and classes require pre-registration; call 887-5681.
Hospice Offers Support
Hospice of the East Bay (formerly Hospice and Palliative Care of Contra Costa) offers a variety of support groups and workshops for people experiencing grief and loss after the death of a loved one. All groups and classes are offered for a fee and require pre-registration. Fees are waived for those who cannot afford them. Call 887-5678, ext. 1068.
Newly Formed Proactive Group for Women
Support Group for FIBRO, CFF and Chronic Pain meets from 12:30-2:30 p.m., every other Wednesday. Call 234-5621 or e-mail dsashby@msn.com.
Overeaters Anonymous
The group offers a 12-step approach to issues around food, overeating, anorexia and bulimia. There are many different groups that meet at different times and places, visit www.dvig.org.
SRV Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a free 12-step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, undereating and bulimia. This group meets from 7-8:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery St. Call Gordon at 899-3117 or visit www.foodaddicts.org.
Stroke Support Group of Contra Costa County
Stroke Support Group of Contra Costa County will hold its monthly meeting from 7-9 p.m., Monday, April 12, at John Muir Medical Center-Concord Campus, Concord Room (located on the first floor with valet parking near the emergency room entrance), 2540 East Ave., Concord. Guest speaker will be Etta Maitland who will be discussing the services provided to the residents of long-term care facilities by the Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa. After the presentation, attendees will break up into three coping groups. For information, call Ann Dzuna at 376-6218. Meetings are free and open to the public.
Animal Fosters Urgently Needed
Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) is looking for short-term fosters for dogs, puppies, cats and kittens. ARF will provide the food, supplies and vet care; all you need to do is provide the love. Call 296-3173 or visit www.arf.net.
Anna's Program
The specialized program of Hospice of the East Bay, Anna's Program, is looking for dedicated and caring volunteers to provide companionship and practical support for women with recurrent breast cancer. To apply for free training, contact Vicki Smith at 887-5675 or e-mail vickis@hospiceeastbay.org.
Art and Wind Festival
Volunteers are needed to help with activities at the Art and Wind Festival scheduled Sunday-Monday, May 30-31, at Central Park, at the corner of Bollinger Canyon Road and Alcosta Blvd. in San Ramon. There are numerous positions; call 973-3222.
Assistance League of Diablo Valley
This chapter of the National Assistance League seeks new volunteer members to help with a wide range of philanthropic service projects in many Contra Costa communities. These include vision screening in elementary schools, distributing clothing to school children in need, daily reassurance phone calls to homebound elderly and handicapped clients, and staffing the chapter's Lafayette thrift shop. Call 934-0901 or visit http://diablovalley.assistanceleague.org.
Blackhawk Museum Docent Training
If you are interested in becoming a much appreciated part of the Blackhawk Museum family while contributing to your community, making new friends, learning new things, and having fun, become a docent! Call 736-2280, ext. 238.
Bruns House In-Patient Hospice
Bruns House In-Patient Hospice is seeking volunteers to fill two- to four-hour shifts during the weekdays and weekends. To apply for free training, call 887-5678 and ask for the volunteer department, or e-mail volunteers@hospiceeastbay.org.
California Independent Film Festival Association
Support the Arts in the Tri-Valley by joining the California Independent Film Festival Association. The donation of the membership will support independent film events. For information, visit www.caindiefest.com.
CCI Volunteer Puppy Raising Program
Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) are looking for special volunteers interested in raising a CCI puppy for 15-18 months and are now accepting applications. For information, call 1-800-572-BARK (572-2275) or visit www.cci.org.
Child Abuse Prevention Council
The Contra Costa County Child Abuse Prevention Council needs volunteer speakers for the community education program. Volunteers must complete a mandatory 24-hour speaker's training course. For information, call 946-9961.
City of San Ramon Needs Volunteers
City of San Ramon needs volunteers for various different projects including Youth Flag Football Coaches from 4-8 p.m., Fridays, April 9-May 28, at the Iron Horse Community Gym (call 973-3263); help with Earth Day from 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, April 17, at Forest Home Farms (call ; help at the Senior Center Resource Fair from 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, May 22, at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center (call 973-3250); at a Dance Recital from 2-8 p.m., Saturday, June 5, at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center; and more. If otherwise noted, 973-3222 call for more information.
Community Service Sewing Day
Come and sew drawstring bags for soldiers from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, March 27, at Odd Fellows Hall, 4349 Cowell Ranch Rd., Concord. This is the ASG community service project and will be sent to the Blue Star Moms to be filled and sent to the soldiers overseas. These bags easy to sew so bring your sewing machine. A free lunch will be served. Call 640-2459 or visit www.asgwalnutcreek.org.
Contra Costa Academy of Fine Art
The academy seeks new volunteers and members to help with tasks ranging from bookkeeping to recruiting instructors. The group meets noon-1 p.m., the second Friday of the month at Richard's Art & Craft Store, 225 Alamo Plaza, Alamo. Call Beth Batchelor at 837-5654.
Friends of Discovery
The organization is looking for volunteers who can commit eight hours per month in the Thrift Station, 486 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. Call the store at 820-1988.
Help Your Senior Neighbors
A lot of Danville seniors need rides to their appointments, stores or to special events. The Seniors' Club at Veterans Memorial Hall is looking for volunteers to provide rides on an "as-needed basis" on one or more Mondays a month. Call Jenn Overmoe at 314-3491 for more information.
Hospice of the East Bay
Hospice of the East Bay is seeking volunteers to assist hospice patients and their caregivers. Opportunities include: volunteers who are fluent in Spanish; Patient Support Volunteers; Licensed Hair Stylists to offer hair cuts and styling; Certified Massage Therapists; Handymen to help with minor repairs and maintenance; Mobile notaries; and Bereavement Support Volunteers to provide support to family members after their loved one has died. To apply for free training, call 887-5678 and ask for the volunteer department, or e-mail peggyh@hospiceeastbay.org.
Lindsay Wildlife Museum
Docents are needed to lead class tours, teaching children and others about our important connection with wildlife and the world we share. No experience needed. Call 627-2444 or visit www.wildlife-museum.org.
Make a Difference
Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living (RCJL) in Danville provides assisted living, Alzheimer's and skilled nursing care in a community our residents call home. Volunteers play a key role at RCJL and opportunities are available for students and adults. For information, call Volunteer Coordinator Irma at 964-2098.
Mt. Diablo State Park
Mt. Diablo State Park offers many interesting ways to volunteer by helping with trail maintenance, serving as a docent at one of the Visitors Centers, helping with the new native plants garden or working on the trash removal program. Training provided for all areas. Call 837-6129 or visit www.parks.ca.gov.
Museum of the San Ramon Valley
The Museum of the San Ramon Valley welcomes volunteers and has a current need for greeters who give three hours one day a month to welcome visitors to the museum, register their attendance, and give them an introductory tour of the Waiting Room and the Museum Store. Call Carmen Curtis at 837-9781 or the museum at 837-3750.
Ongoing Volunteer Drivers Needed
Senior Support Program of the Tri-Valley is looking for Volunteer Drivers to transport seniors to their medical appointments in Pleasanton. The Senior Transportation Program supplements existing public and paratransit services by providing rides via volunteer drivers. For information, call Jennifer at 931-5387.
San Damiano Retreat
Opportunities abound for people of all ages and abilities at San Damiano. Sit and socialize while helping with mailings, enjoy solitude and meditation while cultivating the flower, vegetable and fruit gardens or lend your support to the front desk and gift shop. Call 837-9141, ext. 307 or visit www.sandamiano.org.
Save Mount Diablo's Diablo Restoration Team
Save Mount Diablo acquires land then turns it over to park agencies. Before that happens, though, volunteers do clean-up, fence building, trail construction, planting, watering and habitat restoration, creek clean-ups, non-native plant removal and other work projects. Come and join this crew on the fourth Saturday of every month. For more information, call 947-3535 or e-mail George at gphillips@savemountdiablo.org.
Search and Rescue
The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Search and Rescue Team needs volunteer members to respond to missing person incidents, disasters and other critical incidents. Team members are on call 24/7 year round. The program provides required training including wilderness traveling, first aid, map and compass, tracking disaster response and search skills, and may additionally include special training for canine, equestrian, technical, mountain bike or other rescue skills. For information and applications, visit www.contracostasar.org or call 646-4461.
Sheriff Seeks Senior Volunteers
The Sheriff's Valley Station Office in Alamo is seeking people interested in assisting law enforcement in the community. Citizens should have a clean criminal history and would be responsible for one shift a week for four-and-a-half hours. Interested applicants should call James Hogan or Elmer Glasser at 837-2902.
Therapeutic Recreation Program
Volunteers ages 14 years and older are invited to volunteer to assist City staff and patrons with disabilities including to help at Special Olympics Swimming from 11 a.m.-noon, Sundays, March 14-May 16, at the San Ramon Olympic Pool; and at the Special Olympics Bocce Ball games from 3:15-5 p.m., Tuesdays, April 13-June 15, at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center Park, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Call 973-3250.
Trails Maintenance
East Bay Trail Dogs is an all-volunteer group that has built, repaired and helped maintain single-track trails in the East Bay Regional Park District, the Mt. Diablo State Park, and Walnut Creek open space. Volunteers meet the fourth Saturday and one weekday each month. To participate, call Harry at 443-3925.
Van Drive for San Ramon
A van driver is needed to volunteer to pick up participants for activities at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center and other events. A Class B license is required; training and cost of license will be provided. For information, call 973-3250.
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