Art

12th Annual Art in the Park
Alamo Danville Artists’ Society in association with the Town of Danville will host "Art in the Park" from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 2-3, on Town Green in front of the Danville Library, 400 Front St. Enjoy watching artists work on pieces of art, live music, wine tasting, "Inside Art Show," children's hands-on art and more. Proceeds benefit art in the schools. Visit www.adas4art.org.

Art in Carnegie Park
Art in Carnegie Park will host local artists that will fill the park with demonstrations and art for sale from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at Carnegie Park, 2155 3rd St., Livermore. There will also be live music, food, and a ballet performance by Le Tableau Magnifique. This event is free. Call 606-1088 or visit www.livermoreartassociation.org.

Artist Days at Tao House
Eugene O'Neill Foundation will host the 12th annual Artist Days at Tao House Oct. 7-9. The program offers Bay Area artists an opportunity to create new works in all media or artistic genre in an inspirational environment. Cost is $5 per day and reservations are required in advance. Call 820-1818 or e-mail taohouse@eugeneoneill.org.

Bunny Art Show at SPCA
East Bay SPCA, Tri-Valley, will host a Bunny Art Show with over 45 original paintings featuring East Bay Rabbit Rescue's bunnies until Oct. 2, at the East Bay SPCA, 4651 Gleason Dr., Dublin. Buy a lovely work of art and adopt the bunny too! Diverse show with 20% of proceeds supporting the East Bay SPCA. Call 479-9670 or visit www.eastbayrabbit.petfinder.com.

CHINA Focus Photography Exhibit
Fine art photographer, Nido Paras, will exhibit 40 archival quality prints of landscapes and people of his recent trip to China from Sept. 1-30, at the Lindsay Dirkx Brown Art Gallery, 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. There will be an artist reception from 3-5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11. The gallery is open from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Call 487-5898 or visit www.nidoparas.com.

Third Annual Tinsel and Treasures Folk Art Show
Tinsel and Treasures Folk Art Show will feature original, handmade vintage-style paper mache, mixed media, Halloween and Christmas folk art and paper arts. The event will be held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at the Alamo Women's Club clubhouse, 1401 Danville Blvd. About 20 artisans sell their original works and are known nationwide for their distinct holiday-themed and contemporary folk art. Admission is $3. Call 451-7805 or visit www.TinselandTreasures.com.

Auditions

Audition for Scrooge's Christmas Carol
Audition for a Christmas Carol at 7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 20, at the Dougherty Station Community Center, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Come with a prepared song with an "instrumental only" CD accompaniment. Wear comfortable clothes for dancing and be prepared to read from the script. Preparing a monologue is a plus. Call backs will be held 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 22. For more information, visit www.sanramoncommunitytheater.org.

Improv Troupe Auditions
San Ramon Improv U will be holding open auditions for its resident troupe Twisted Gray Matter at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, at Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. You must be at least 18 and have at least one year of experience/training. For more information, visit www.SanRamonImprovU.com.

Author Visit

Billee Sharp Book Signing
Author Billee Sharp will be at read. booksellers to talk about her book "Fix It, Make It, Grow It, Bake It - The DIY Guide to the Good Life" at 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 9, at the bookstore, 3630 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. This event is free. Call 736-9090.

Mystery Night with 'The Ladykillers'
San Ramon Library will host Mystery Night with "The Ladykillers" at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 29, at the library, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon. Meet Penny Warner, author of "How to Host a Killer Party: a Party Planning Mystery;" Rhys Bowen, author of "Constable Evan Evans" and "Molly Murphy" series; and Cara Black "Aimee Leduc Investigations." Registration is not necessary, but is recommended for an email reminder; call 973-2850.

Shawna Yang Ryan Book Signing
Shawna Young Ryan will be giving a talk, answering questions, and signing her novel, "Water Ghosts," at 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 16, at read. booksellers, 3630 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. This event is free. Call 736-9090.

Civic Meetings

Danville Parks and Leisure Services Commission
The Commission meets regularly on the second Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front St.

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.

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.

Class Reunions

SRVHS Class of 1965 Reunion
San Ramon Valley High School graduating Class of 1965 will host its 45th reunion this October in Danville. For details and contact information, call 577-1944 or visit http://tinyurl.com/23jw88x.

Classes

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.

Intro to Jewish Culture School
'Intro to Jewish Sunday School' will include music, dance, cooking, history and ethics from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 12, at the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. The group will meet in Castro Valley. There will also be activities for kids and a chance for parents to meet and learn about the twice-monthly affordable school. Call 485-1049 or visit www.Tri-ValleyCulturalJews.org.

Navlet's Garden Centers Classes
Navlet's Garden Centers offers numerous gardening classes including "Fall Vegetables" at 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 4; and "Spring Flowering Bulbs" at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 22; both at the Danville location, 800 Camino Ramon. These classes are free. Call 837-9144.

Online Classes
San Ramon residents are invited to register and participate in online classes at www.ed2go.com/sanramonpcs. If you need a live person to speak to for help, call 973-3253. Cost is $99 for each class. Students should have a computer and a connection to the internet. Some classes require students to have the software being taught installed on your computer.

Clubs

AAUW San Ramon Annual Brunch
New and returning members are invited to San Ramon AAUW's annual brunch from 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Sept. 11, at the San Ramon Community Center, Terrace Room, 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Guest speakers will be Mayor Abram Wilson, our Tech Trek 2010 campers and our scholarship winners from the Renaissance Program. This event is free. Call Joy Perkins at 838-2647.

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.

Catholics@Work will host Bob Ladouceur
Catholics@Work will host Bob Ladouceur, football couch at De La Salle High School, at its monthly meeting at 7 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 14, at Crow Canyon Country Club, Danville. The event will include a buffet breakfast and an optional Mass at 6:30 a.m. Visit www.catholicsatwork.org.

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 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 Faz Restaurant, 600 Hartz Ave., Danville. For information, visit www.danvillerotary.org.

Danville Tennis Club
This club meets at San Ramon Valley High School in Danville for drop-in doubles and singles from 6:30-9 p.m., Tuesdays-Thursdays. For 3.5 or higher. There is no fee to join. Visit http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=384725195637.

Danville Women's Club
This club, currently celebrating 100 years of community service, meets for lunch, a program and a business meeting on the third Thursday of every month, Sept.-May, and on the first Thursday of June, at its clubhouse, 242 Linda Mesa Ave., Danville. For more information or to make a reservation to attend a meeting, 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 and puts together packages for the troops. For information, e-mail Alicia at deltanupsi@comcast.net or visit www.deltanupsi.org.

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.

Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley Luncheon
The Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley will host its September luncheon meeting with guest speaker David Twa, Contra Costa County Administrator, at noon, Wednesday, Sept. 8, at Faz Restaurant, 600 Hartz Ave., Danville. His presentation is entitled "Counting on Contra Costa County." Cost is $16 for members; $20 for non-members. Call 275-2412 or visit www.srvexchangeclub.org.

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.

GFWC Dublin/San Ramon Women's Club
This women's club meets at 10 a.m., on the third Thursday of every month, at the Shannon Community Center in Dublin. This group is an active non-profit organization involved in many community and volunteer activities and supports many charities including the cities of Dublin and San Ramon. For more information, contact Joan Ernst, publicity director, at pjoanie@comcast.net or visit www.dsrwomensclub.org.

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.

Homeowner/Homebuyer Book Club
The Homeowner/Homebuyer Book Club is a place to learn, share and discuss. It meets at 6 p.m., the first Monday of each month, at 3223 Crow Canyon Road, second floor conference room, San Ramon. Call 397-2093.

Iron Horse Mothers Club
Mothers of infants between the ages of 0–6 months from Danville, Alamo, San Ramon and Dublin meet monthly with guest speakers from 7-9 p.m., on the second Thursday of every month, at different locations. Social time with refreshments is from 7–7:30 p.m. and the speaker or activity is from 7:30–9 p.m. Cost is $37 per year. Non-members can get information by contacting the membership coordinator at membership@ironhorsemothersclub.com. Visit www.ironhorsemothersclub.com.

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.

Page Turners Book Group
Page Turners Book Group will meet to discuss "Her Royal Spyness" by Rhys Bowen from 1:30-2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 21, at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. This group meets the third Tuesday of every month. All are welcome to drop in at any time! Call 973-2850.

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.

Rotary Club of San Ramon
This club meets at for fellowship at 11:45 a.m. and a meeting at noon, Thursdays, at the Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. For information, visit www.sanramonrotary.org.

San Ramon Community Chorus Concert
San Ramon Community Chorus and local dancers and musicians will host a concert at 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 10, at Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. This concert is free. Call 973-2787 or visit www.sanramonperformingarts.com.

San Ramon Library Foundation Book Club
This club will meet to discuss "Garlic and Sapphires: The Secret Life of a Critic in Disguise" by Ruth Reichl, at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 7, at the San Ramon Library, Library Meeting Room, 100 Montgomery St. You do not need to be a Friend of the Library or a resident of San Ramon in order to participate. Call Sandy Murchison at 829-0276.

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.

Times Book Club Redux
This group is from Lynn Carey's former Times Book Club and meets from 7-8 p.m., every six to eight weeks at independent bookstores in Danville/Pleasanton to discuss its current reading selection. Currently, the group is reading "My Abandoment," by Peter Rock. Meet with this group at 7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 20, at read. booksellers, 3630 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. This event is free. Call 736-6620.

Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW), Post 75, San Ramon Valley
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW), Post 75, San Ramon Valley, will meet at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.), Thursday, Sept. 9, at the Swain House at Hap Magee Ranch Park, 1025 La Gonda Way, Danville. For more information, contact Post Commander Nathan Greene at 875-1747 or visit www.vfw.org.

Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 75
The organization meets at 7:30 p.m., every second Thursday of the month (except December), at Danville Veteran's Hall, 400 Hartz Ave., Danville. For information, visit www.vfw.org.

Concerts

'Best of Broadway'
San Ramon Community Chorus presents the "Best of Broadway" in concert at 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 10, at Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. The chorus will perform selections from Show Boat, My Fair Lady, Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables and many other popular shows. This concert is free. Call 973-3368 or visit www.sanramonperformingarts.com.

A Night at the 'Cinema' Pops Concert
San Ramon Symphonic Band will perform "A Night at the 'Cinema' Pops Concert" at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 29, at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon. Tickets are $6 for adults and kids and teens with student ID are free. Call 973-3343 or visit www.sanramonperformingarts.com.

A Night at the Opera
J Hettinger Interiors will sponsor the Martinez Opera Contra Costa which will perform "A Night at the Opera" at 6:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 17, at the Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Tickets are $65, including fine international fare and a no-host bar. Call 372-6657 or visit www.mtzo.com.

Fred Randolph Quintet
Chevron presents more Jazz at the Library featuring the Fred Randolph Quintet at 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 1, at the San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery St. Desserts will be provided by The Brass Door. Tickets are $20; $15 for seniors and students. Tickets are ordered by mail only; visit www.sanramonjazz.org or send a check payable to the San Ramon Library Foundation to: San Ramon Library-Jazz, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon, CA 94583.

Jim Brickman
Enjoy the sound of solo piano with pop-style music by Jim Brickman at 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon. Tickets are available by calling 973-3343 or by visiting www.sanramonperformingarts.com.

Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra
Nicholas McGegan will lead the orchestra and renowned fortepianist Robert Levin in a performance dedicated to Mozart, feat. his 'Jupiter' Symphony No. 41, at 8 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 29, at the Lesher Center for the Arts, Hofmann Theatre, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Tickets are $25, $50, $62, $75 and $85. Visit http://philharmonia.org/sept10.html.

Events

Street Smarts "Be Reel" Video Contest Premiere and Awards Ceremony
Street Smarts "Be Reel" Video Contest Premiere and Awards Ceremony will be held from 5-7 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 26, at the Village Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. Middle school students from throughout the San Ramon Valley created 60-second public service announcement (PSA) videos about traffic safety and the winners will be announced. The reception will begin at 5 p.m. and the awards ceremony will start at 6 p.m. Call 314-3382 or visit www.streetsmarts-srv.com/programs/video_contest.htm.

19th Annual Business Showcase, Food and Wine Event
Danville Area Chamber of Commerce presents the 19th Annual Business Showcase, Food and Wine Event from 5-8:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 16, at the Blackhawk Museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. Enjoy a fun evening at our "Pirate-Build Your Bounty" themed event including a contest for the best pirate inspired costume. Enjoy the beautiful cars in the museum while sampling fine food and wine. Cost is $15 if paid online at www.danvilleareachamber.com or $20 at the door. Call Martha Husak at 837-4400 or e-mail events@danvilleareachamber.com.

32nd Annual Contra Costa Greek Food and Wine Festival
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church will host the 32nd annual Contra Costa Greek Food and Wine Festival from 5-11 p.m., Friday, Sept. 17; noon-11 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18; and noon-8 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 19, at St. Demetrios Church, 1955 Kirker Pass Rd., Concord. Admission is $5 for adults; $3 for seniors (55+); and children under 12 years old are free; admission is free from 5-6 p.m. on Friday. Call 676-6967 or visit www.ccgreekfest.com.

9-11 Remembrance Ceremony
Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley with the Town of Danville is hosting the 911 Remembrance Ceremony for the citizens of the San Ramon Valley from 9:45-10:45 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, at Oak Hill Park, 3005 Stone Valley Rd., Danville. This event will feature prominent guest speakers, hundreds of Scouts with an array of American Flags and an essay contest with cash prizes for SRV students. Call 275-2412 or visit www.srvexchangeclub.org.

Adopt-A-Rabbit at SPCA
Bunnies from five different rescue groups from all over the Bay Area will be available for adoption at the Adopt-a-Rabbit event from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 4, at East Bay SPCA, Tri-Valley, 4651 Gleason Dr., Dublin. The foster rabbits are socialized, healthy, fixed and ready to find a forever home and support is provided for new bunny owners. Call 449-6368 or visit www.eastbayrabbit.petfinder.com.

An Evening of Remembrance
Hospice of the East Bay will host an Evening of Remembrance to remember hospice patients who have died during the past year on Wednesday, Nov. 10. For more information, call 887-5681.

Antique and Art Faire
Discover Danville Association will host an Antique and Art Faire from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday, Sept. 6, at the Railroad Avenue parking lot in Danville. There will be an appraisal clinic at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley. For more information, call 339-8330 or visit www.discoverdanvilleca.com.

Bay Area Free Book Exchange
Free books will be available at the Bay Area Free Book Exchange from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 11-12, at 10520 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. Call (510) 705-1200 or visit http://bayareafreebookexchange.com.

Best of the Bay on KRON Channel 4
Channel 4 recently stopped by and filmed the automobiles of the Blackhawk Museum for their Best of the Bay Program. There will be a special event to celebrate and watch the piece at 5:430 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Blackhawk Museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. Call 736-2277.

Coffee with the San Ramon Cops
Have you ever wanted to ask an officer a question, but didn't want to get pulled over to do so? San Ramon Police Department will give you that opportunity at Coffee with the Cops from 9-10 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 30, at Starbucks, 500 Market Place, San Ramon. This event is free. For information, call Darlene Kittredge at 973-2796.

Danville d'Elegance
Enjoy an exciting afternoon of cars for a cause at Danville d'Elegance, Danville's premier charitable event benefiting the Parkinson's Institute, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 19, in downtown Danville. There will be fine wine and food stations throughout the event. Visit www.danville-delegance.org.

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.

Emergency Preparedness Fair
City of San Ramon, Town of Danville, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, San Ramon Regional Medical Center, San Ramon Valley Fire Department and SRVUSD present an Emergency Preparedness Fair from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, at 655 Old Orchard Rd., Danville. There will be child fingerprinting, booths and demos, child car seat inspections and more! There will be a free tri-tip lunch and an emergency kit gift give-away to the first 200 guests at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Visit www.bereadysrv.org.

Eugene O'Neill Festival
Town of Danville, Role Players Ensemble, Museum of the San Ramon Valley, Alamo-Danville Artist's Society, Danville Library and Danville Community Band present the Eugene O'Neill Festival which will be on "Expressionism" Sept. 10-26. For more information, call 820-1818 or e-mail taohouse@eugeneoneill.org.

Fall Craft Festival
Danville Area Chamber of Commerce presents the Fall Craft Festival from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 23, at in downtown Danville. The event will feature arts and crafts from more than 200 artisans, along with food, music, and entertainment for the whole family. Children can also participate in the Halloween parade on Saturday, and safe trick-or-treating throughout the day. This event is free. Shuttle service will be provided at the 680/Sycamore Road Park 'N' Ride. Call 837-4400 or visit www.danvilleareachamber.com.

Family Storytime
Dougherty Station Library will host Family Storytimes at 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Sept. 14, 21 and 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19 and 26; and Nov. 2, 9 and 16; all at the library, 17017 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. These events are free. Call 973-3380.

Family Storytime with Deborah Lee Rose
San Ramon Library Foundation will host Family Storytime with Deborah Lee Rose, author of children's books, at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 14, at the library, 17017 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. She will read her new book, "All the Seasons of the Year" and then children will create their own books. Call 973-3380.

Free Museum Day
Museum Day is an annual event hosted by Smithsonian Media in which participating museums open their doors for free to anyone presenting a Museum Day Ticket on Saturday, Sept. 25. For a tickets, visit http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=printmagazine&utm_campaign=2010-September&utm_content=museumday#ixzz0yPDMiUzU

Groovy! Aquanuts Swim Through the 70s
The Aquanuts will be transporting the audience through the 70s with great music and dazzling synchronized swimming routines performed by Aquanut Olympians at 8 p.m., Friday-Sunday, Sept. 3-5, at Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek. Cost is $20 for adults; $15 for seniors; and $10 for children. Call 708-0802 or visit www.aquanuts.org.

Match Your Key Singles Dance
Meet new friends at this fun party where women get locks and the men get keys from 8 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, Sept. 11, at Renaissance ClubSport Hotel, 2805 Jones Rd., Walnut Creek. Dance to your favorite hits. Adults of all ages welcome; dressy attire requested. Cost is $20. Visit www.thepartyhotline.com.

Second Annual Fall Music Festival
Enjoy non-stop local and regional music at the second annual Fall Music Festival from 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, at the John Muir Amphitheatre, 115 Tarantino Dr., Martinez. Admission is $10; $8 for seniors; and $5 for students.

Sunday Family Breakfast
San Ramon Senior Foundation will host a Sunday Family Breakfast from 9-11:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 12, at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Breakfast includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit and sausage. Cost is $4 for adults; $2 for children 12 years and under. No reservations are required. All proceeds help support your Senior Center programs. Call 973-3250.

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.

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.

What's Happening at the Farmer's Market in Danville
Danville's Farmer's Market will host different themes at its market including Danville Volunteer Police on Sept. 11; Live Cooking Demos on Oct. 2; Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Give-Away on Oct. 16; Danville Volunteer Police on Nov. 13 and Dec. 11; and the market will be closed on Dec. 25. Visit www.pcfma.com.

Yappy Hour at the Rose Garden
Pets and their people are invited to attend Yappy Hour hosted by Dog Bone Alley from 5-8 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 15, at the Rose Garden Shopping Center in Danville. Enjoy treats, music, games, and raffle prizes. Meet pets up for adoption and local businesses that serve the pet community. Proceeds from the event will benefit ARF. Call 552-0410 or visit www.dogbonealley.com.

Exhibits

Twisted - Chiseled - Fired
The practice of carving and chiseling rock until it becomes a sculpture is a constant that is repeated throughout history. The diverse sculptures in this exhibition combines the artist's personal concerns with content, creative process and technical ability for an amazing, playful sense of humor. See it until Sept. 4, at the Village Theatre Art Gallery, 233 Front St., Danville. Admission is free. Call 314-3400 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us/calendar.

Film

'The Wall'
The life of the fictional rock star 'Pink' is the subject of the visually evocative cult film based upon the music and visions of the group Pink Floyd as portrayed in the album of the same title. See it at 11:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at the Vine Cinema and Alehouse, 1722 First St., Livermore. Cost is $7. Call 447-2545 or visit www.livermoreperformingarts.org/calendar/view.asp?id=1774.

'This is Spinal Tap'
"This is Spinal Tap" is an American rock musical mockumentary about the fictional heavy metal band "Spinal Tap" and will be played at 11:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 17, at Vine Cinema and Alehouse, 1722 First St., Livermore. The film satires the wild behavior and musical pretensions of rock and heavy metal bands, as well as the hagiographic tendencies of rock documentaries of the time. Cost is $7. Call 447-2545 or visit www.livermoreperformingarts.org/calendar/view.asp?id=1771.

Lunafest World Premiere
Watch the best of women's short films from top film festivals across the country at Lunafest, the national traveling short film festival by, for, and about women, from 7:30-10 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 30, at Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco. Tickets are $20; $10 for students, $50 for reception and films in advance. Proceeds benefit Breast Cancer Fund. Call (415) 392-4400 or visit www.lunafest.org.

Screening of 'Dalai Lama Renaissance'
"Dalai Lama Renaissance" is a feature length documentary film, that documents the Dalai Lama's meeting with the self-titled "Synthesis" group, made up of 40 Western "renaissance" thinkers. See it at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, at Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church, 55 Eckley Lane, Walnut Creek. Cost is $16 for Peace Center and MDUUC members; $20 for non-members; and $10 for students. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Call 933-7850 or visit www.mtdpc.org.

Fundraisers

'Hope in Motion'
Lazarex Cancer Foundation will host 'biker chicks' who are pitching in to create 'Hope in Motion' from noon-7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 16, at the Boys Club of Concord, 288 Sally Ride Dr. Guests will enjoy BBQ, live music, a motorcycle and car competition and raffles. Tickets are $25, including food. Proceeds will benefit Lazarex Cancer Foundation of Danville. Call 820-4517, e-mail susan@lazarex.org or visit www.lazarex.org.

'Swing Into the Arts'
San Ramon Arts Foundation will host "Swing Into the Art" from 6-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 1, at the San Ramon Community Center, Fountain Room, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. Tickets are $50. The night will include a buffet dinner, wine, music, dancing, art show and auction. Proceeds benefit the arts in local schools and community. Visit www.sanramonarts.org.

18th Annual Rebuilding Lives Luncheon
STAND! for Families Free of Violence will host its 18th annual Rebuilding Lives Luncheon with a keynote address by Niecy Nash from "Reno 911," "Clean House" and "Dancing with the Stars" from noon-1:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 14, at the Concord Hilton, 1970 Diamond Blvd. Tickets are $100. Proceeds benefit STAND! for Families Free of Violence. Call 603-0110.

2010 Sustainable Contra Costa Awards Gala
The Sustainable Contra Costa Awards will honor businesses, government programs, community groups, non-profits, and individuals who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to sustainable practices. Enjoy this night from 6-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 29, at the Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Dr., Pleasant Hill. Tickets are $35. Visit www.SustainableCoCo.org.

28th Annual Music and Wine Festival
Alamo will host the 28th annual Music and Wine Festival from 1-11 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, in the Alamo Plaza. There will be many activities for the entire family including a kids' play zone, live music, raffle, food and wine. Dinner tickets are $12 each. Alamo Rotary will present its Citizen of the Year award at 7 p.m. Proceeds from the festival benefit local school music programs. Visit www.alamorotary.org.

Blackhawk Bargain Basement Sale
A Rummage Sale will be held starting with a preview sale from 6-8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 10, and from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 11-12, at the Blackhawk Museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. Proceeds benefit the Wheelchair Foundation and Museum's Children's Education Fund. Deductible donations of items now being accepted. Call for pick up or drop off at Museum. Call 736-9393 or visit www.blackhawkbargainbasement.org.

California Tour Bike Ride
The California Tour Bike Ride ride covers over 600 California miles, beginning at Marine’s Memorial Hotel in San Francisco and ending at Del Mar Beach, Camp Pendleton, from Sept. 19–27. There are opportunities to bike ride, donate or sponsor the athletes. Proceeds benefit Sentinels of Freedom and the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. For more information, visit www.thecaliforniatour.org.

Charity Auction Gala
Enjoy live and silent auctions at the 2010 Charity Auction Gala for Down Syndrome Connection from 6-11 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at Diablo Country Club, 1700 Clubhouse Dr. There will be cocktails, live music and dancing. Tickets are $110. Call 362-8660 or visit www.dsconnection.org/gala.

Contra Costa County Heroes Breakfast
American Red Cross will host the Contra Costa County Heroes Breakfast from 8-10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 1, at Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lakes Dr., Danville. Local community members of all ages and backgrounds will be honored and celebrated. Tickets are $40 per person. Call (415) 427-8086 or visit www.heroesredcrossbayarea.org.

EastBay Walk to Defeat ALS
ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a fatal neurodegenerative disease. The Walk to Defeat ALS is a fundraising community event that creates the hope and action needed to conquer Lou Gehrig’s disease and will be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 10, at Cesar Chavez Park, 11 Spinnaker Way, Berkeley. This event is free, but donations are strongly encouraged. Call (415) 904-2572 or visit www.Walk.FightALS.com.

Education Fundraising
San Ramon Education Foundation presents Education Fundraising which is open to individuals and fundraising groups in the San Ramon Valley with different sessions from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30, at Dougherty Valley High School, San Ramon. No cost to affiliate members of SRVEF. Visit www.srvef.org.

Knights of Columbus Charity Golf Tournament
Enjoy a relaxing day of golf and great food at the Knights of Columbus Charity Golf Tournament from 6:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 25, at San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Firecrest Lane. Cost is $140 for golf and dinner; $45 for dinner only. Proceeds benefit Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area. Call 263-1776 or visit www.kofc9206.org.

Light The Night Walk
Join Bay Area residents to Light The Night at 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 9, at Civic Park in Walnut Creek. This year-round fundraising campaign culminates in a celebratory evening with friends, family and co-workers. Help find a cure for blood cancers and discover what is truly remarkable about yourself. Call (415) 581-1194 or visit www.lightthenight.org/sf.

Oakland A's Firefighters Appreciation Night
The Oakland A's will host its Firefighter Appreciation Night starting at 6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11. Local firefighters from around the Bay Area and Northern California will be honored prior to the game during a special on-field ceremony. Tickets are $26 for the Plaza Level or $28 for the Field Level. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to firefighter charitable organizations. Call (510) 563-2336 or visit www.oaklandathletics.com/firefighters (passcode: HERO).

Out of the Darkness Community Walk
Support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention by participating in the San Francisco Out of the Darkness Community Walk from 8 a.m.-noon, Sunday, Sept. 26, at Lake Merced, located at the corner of Lake Merced Blvd. and Sunset Blvd., San Francisco. Proceeds will benefit local and national suicide prevention and awareness. Call 804-6494 or visit www.outofthedarkness.org.

Paws to Celebrate
Come enjoy an afternoon of wine, BBQ, games, music, doggie dancing demo, raffle and a silent auction at "Paws to Celebrate" from 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 9, at Retzlaff Winery, 1356 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Tickets are $50 for adults; $25 for children. Proceeds benefit Canine Companions for Independence. Call 552-5453 or visit www.ccieastbay.org.

Primo's Run for Education
Primo's Run for Educations starts at 7:15 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 10, at Primo's Pizza,298 Hartz Ave., Danville. The event consists of both a half-marathon as well as a timed 5K and fun run/walk 5K. Both runs are certified by USA Track and Field and can be serve as qualifiers for other races. Cost varies. Proceeds benefit education. Call 895-3400 or visit www.primosrun.com.

San Ramon Arts Foundation Event
San Ramon Arts Foundation will host a fundraising event from 6-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 1, at the San Ramon Community Center, Fountain Room, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. The night will include dancing with great food and exciting auction prizes. Proceeds will raise funds for the arts. To register, visit http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e2ztusu1d2a4e9ff&oseq=a01laf9lnetcg.

Sentinels of Freedom Third Annual Golf Tournament
Sentinels of Freedom will host its third annual Golf Tournament Monday, Oct. 4, at Diablo Country Club, 1700 Clubhouse Rd. Cost is $375 including golf, auction and dinner; $95 for dinner only. Donations for the auction is needed; for more information, visit www.sentinelsoffreedom.org or e-mail carlagoulart@sentinelsoffreedom.org.

Sierra Foothills Wine Experience
Enjoy a tasting of wines from Sierra Foothills Gold Country from 3-6 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 19, at the Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr., Danville. Cost is $35 in advance; $50 at the door. Proceeds benefit the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano. Wines will be paired with Mediterranean-style finger foods. Visit www.sierrafoothillswine.com.

SonRise Wine and Equine Festival
Love children through crisis and rescue horses in need at the SonRise Wine and Equine Festival from 1-5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at Charles Wilhelm Training Stables, 6496 Crow Canyon Rd., Castro Valley. Enjoy food, wine and beer, raffles and a horse show by Charles Wilhelm & the children of SonRise. Cost is $75. Proceeds benefit SonRise Equestrian. Call 838-7433 or visit www.sonriseequestrianfoundation.org.

Texas Hold 'Em Fundraiser
Kiwanis Club of San Ramon Valley will host a Texas Hold 'Em Fundraiser from 6-11 p.m., Friday, Sept. 24, at the Alamo Woman's Clubhouse, 1401 Danville Blvd. Cost is $60, including hot dogs, chips and soda. Re-buy opportunities will be available. Purchase tickets at www.kiwanis-srv.org. Proceeds benefit the Kiwanis San Ramon Grants Committee to the help of charities throughout the San Ramon Valley. For information, contact Paul Byer at 838-5580 or e-mail abbey918@pacbell.net.

Tri-Valley Animal Rescue Yard Sale
Funds raised from this event stay in the community to support TVAR's mission to rescue homeless animals providing them needed medical treatment. Monies raised also support the fostering program placing animals in temporary homes where they are cared for until new permanent homes are found. Support TVAR from 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, at J. Rockcliff Realtors' parking lot, 5075 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton. Call 829-4962.

Health

Diabetes Self-Management Program Series
San Ramon Regional Medical Center is offering an educational series on Diabetes Self-Management. The classes will be held from 3-5 p.m., Thursdays, Sept. 9, 16, 23 and 30, in the main hospital building in the Blackhawk Conference Room, located at 6001 Norris Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Classes will present an overview of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, healthy eating, exercise, and complications. A physician referral is required; Medicare and other insurances may accept payment. To enroll, call 275-6020, option 5.

Meditation Monday Nights
In-Tun Health Center will host Monday Night Meditation for beginners from 7:30-8:30 p.m., every Monday, until Sept. 27, at In-Tun Health Center, 390 Railroad Ave., Danville. This event is free. Call 838-8375.

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.

Yom Kippur Services
Chabad of Contra Costa will hold Yom Kippur services starting at 6:45 p.m., Friday, Sept. 17, at the Renaissance ClubSport, 2805 Jones Rd., Walnut Creek. There will also be a Yom Kippur morning service at 9:30 a.m.; a Yizkor memorial service at 12:30 p.m., and a Ne’ilah service at 7 p.m., all on Saturday, Sept. 18, at the Renaissance ClubSport. Call 937-4101 or visit www.JewishContraCosta.com.

Holiday

Rosh Hashanah
Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews for a non-religious Jewish New Year program of readings and music at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 8, at Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. The program will be followed by an apples and honey reception. This event is free to members; $10 for adult non-members. Call 485-1049 or visit www.Tri-ValleyCulturalJews.org.

Rosh Hashanah Services
Chabad of Contra Costa services for Rosh Hashanah: first night will be at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 8; first day at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 9; second night at 7:45 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 9; second day at 9:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 10 at 9:30 a.m. No membership is required and no previous background is required to fully enjoy the services. Call 937-4101 or visit www.JewishContraCosta.com.

Yom Kippur
Tri-Valley Cultural Jews will hots a non-religious short ceremony and series of workshops for adults and children from 1-5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. The ceremony will include readings, music and a memorial. Cost is $10 for adult non-members; free for members. Call 485-1049 or visit www.Tri-ValleyCulturalJews.org.

Kids and Teens

'Books are a Treasure'
Danville Library Foundation will host Tony Borders who presents "Books are a Treasure" at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 19, Danville Library, Children's Reading Room, 400 Front St. Tony Borders and his puppet friends, Peter Pan and Wendy, will help stop the pirates who are trying to steal your reading time. There will be ventriloquism, pirate tricks, and several puppet friends in "Books Are a Treasure!" This event is free. Call 837-4889.

'Halloween Howls'
Dougherty Station Library will host "Halloween Howls" for elementary school kids at 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 23, at the library, 17017 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. This event is free and will include a craft. Call 973-3380.

'The Carnival of Animals'
Fratello Marionettes will perform "The Carnival of the Animals" at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 21, at the San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery St. Enjoy three favorite fairytales told using marionette puppets. This event is free. Call 973-2850.

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.

All Ears Reading
Dogs are great listeners! Children in grades first though fifth grade are invited to participate in "All Ears Reading" at 4 p.m., Monday, Oct. 4, Nov. 1 and Dec. 6, at the Dougherty Station Library, 17017 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Pre-registration is required; call 973-3380.

Children's Fall Fest
Town of Danville will host Children's Fall Fest from 3:30-7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 29, at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St. There will be two different sessions: 3:30-5:00 p.m. or 5:30-7:00 p.m. The festivities will include arts and crafts, face painting, trick-or-treating, light snacks, and lots of fall fun! Come dressed in costume, and bring a camera for photos. cost is $5 for Danville residents; $6 for non-residents. Pre-registration is required; call 314-3400 or visit www.danvillerecguide.com.

Dragon Film for the Whole Family
San Ramon Library will host a viewing of a dragon film for the whole family at 6:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 15, at the library, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon. There will be a simple craft and snacks to go with the movie. This event is free. Call 973-2850.

Footsteps Hospice Support Group
Hospice of the East Bay will host a children and teens support group "Footsteps" from 5:15-6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Sept. 28-Nov. 2, at the Hospice offices, 3470 Buskirk Avenue, Pleasant Hill. Pre-registration is required; call 887-5681.

Footsteps Hospice Support Group
Hospice of the East Bay will host a six-week support and counseling program for children from 5:15-6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Sept. 28-Nov. 2, at the Hospice offices, 3470 Buskirk Ave., Pleasant Hill. This class requires pre-registration; call 887-5681.

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
School-age children participate in fun, creative activities to help them express themselves while teens have a group where they can discuss concerns from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, at the Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. This event is free. Parents meet concurrently. Call 933-0107 or visit www.twcba.org.

Kids Day Out
Town of Danville will host a Kids Day Out for children ages 3-10 with the theme of "Lights, Camera, Action!" from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Friday, Sept. 3, at the Oak Hill Park Community Center, Danville. Enjoy arts and crafts, games, and activities based on the theme of the day. Cost is $28 for Danville residents; $33 for non-residents. Children must be potty-trained to attend; no pull-ups. Wear comfortable, layered play clothes and closed-toe shoes (no black soles). Bring a snack, lunch and water each day. Pre-registration is required; call 314-3400.

Kids Day Out
Town of Danville will host a Kids Day Out for children ages 3-10 from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Friday, Nov. 5 and 12; and Monday-Tuesday, Nov. 22-23, at the Oak Hill Park Community Center, Danville. Enjoy arts and crafts, games, and activities based on the theme of the day. Cost is $28 for Danville residents; $33 for non-residents. Children must be potty-trained to attend; no pull-ups. Wear comfortable, layered play clothes and closed-toe shoes (no black soles). Bring a snack, lunch and water each day. Pre-registration is required; call 314-3400.

Lapsit, Toddler and Preschool Storytimes
San Ramon Library will host Lapsit Storytime at 11:15 a.m., Tuesdays; and Preschool Storytime at 10:15 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursday; all at the library, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon. These events are free. Parents and caregivers are asked to attend with child. Call 973-2850.

Meet Magician Brian Scott
Friends of the Danville Library will host magician Brian Scott at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 21, at the Danville Library, Children's Reading Room, 400 Front St. The show features comical magic, audience participation, and surprising mind reading demonstrations. Brian will have you laughing, scratching your head in wonder, and being just plain amazed! This event is free. Call 837-4889.

Middle School Friday Night Out
Town of Danville will host numerous Middle School Friday Night Outs from 7-9 p.m., Fridays, Sept. 17 (Chaos Games), Oct. 15 (Glow in the Dark Capture the Flag) and Nov. 19 (Old School Board Games Night), at Diablo Vista Middle School Teen Center and Gymnasium, Danville. Cost is $10, including pizza and drinks. Pre-registration is preferred and release forms are available for download in the teens section of the Town website: www.danville.ca.gov (search: Middle School). Call 314-3400.

Mixing in Math
Dougherty Station Library will host Mixing in Math at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 5 and Nov. 9, at the library, 17017 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Children in grades third through fifth are invited to participate. Pre-registration is required; call 973-3380.

Movies for Middle Schoolers
San Ramon Library will host Movies for Middle-Schoolers at 1 p.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 1-Dec. 15 (no movie on Nov. 24), at the library, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon. Movies are rated G, PG, or PG-13. Call 973-2850.

Movies for Middle Schoolers
Dougherty Station Library will host Movies for Middles Schoolers at 3:10 p.m., Thursdays, Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30; Oct. 7, 14, 21 and 28; and Nov. 4, at the library, 17017 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. These events are free. Call 973-3380.

Pre-School Performance Series with Kirk Waller
Town of Danville will continue the Pre-School Performance Series with Kirk Waller who will sing and tell stories from 10-11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 24, at the Village Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. Visit http://www.ci.danville.ca.us/Enjoy_Danville/Things_To_Do/Village_Theatre_Shows or call 314-3400.

Preschool Storytime
San Ramon Library hosts Preschool Storytime for children ages 3 1/2-5 years old at 11:15 a.m., Thursdays, at the library, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon. These events are free and caregivers/parents are asked to stay with child. Call 973-2850.

Registration is now Open for Danville Kids' Book Group
Registration is now open to 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students to join the Danville Library Kids' Book Group. There's no homework and kids are asked to read the book, discuss it and enjoy a craft or a game with a snack. The group's first meeting will be at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 22, at the Danville Library, 400 Front St. For any questions, call 837-4489. Space is limited so registration is required.

San Ramon Creative Center Preschool
Help your 4-5 year old child prepare for Kindergarten and have fun too at one of the City of San Ramon's Creative Center Preschool from 12:30-3:30 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday, September-December. For information, call 973-3200 or visit www.sanramon.ca.gov.

San Ramon Middle School Teen Center
It's that time of year again - time to start planning for back to school! The Teen Centers at Pine Valley, Gale Ranch, Windemere Ranch and Iron Horse Middle Schools are currently accepting registrations for the 2010-2011 school year. Homework time will be provided every day with help from the Teen Center Staff for difficult questions and daily afterschool snacks will be provided. Character Development activities each week will assist your middle school student discover their spark with the new curriculum. Space is limited so make sure to register early; visit www.SRTeen.org.

SAT/ACT Combo Practice Test and Workshop
Kaplan Test Prep will host a SAT/ACT combo practice test at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11 and workshop at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 16, at the Dougherty Station Library, 17017 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Registration is required; call 973-3380.

Teen Read Week QR Code Scavenger Hunt
San Ramon Library will host a high tech scavenger hunt at 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 16, at the library, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon. Teens should form a team which will race for clues online and in the library. Each team needs a smart phone with Web access to use the codes. There will be food and prizes. Call 973-2850.

Test Prep Book Swap
San Ramon Library will host a test prep book swap for students getting ready to take the SAT, ACT or AP tests from 10:30 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Oct. 30, at the library, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon. Coffee and doughnuts will be served. Call 973-2850.

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.

Lectures/Workshops

'Dollars and Sense'
California Society of CPAs will host a workshop on "Dollars and Sense: An Overview of Finance Basic" at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 15, at the San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery St. Learn the basics of finance while the presenters address money management, including how to create a budget (template included); and saving and investing, paying for college and insurance. This event is free. Call 973-2850.

'The Longest Auto Race World Tour'
Blackhawk Museum will host Luke Rizzuto who will talk about "The Longest Auto Race World Tour" at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 9, at the museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville. Luke Rizzuto was an organizer and participant in the Longest Auto Race Centennial and will be on hand to discuss all aspects of the journey. Call 736-2277.

Author/Girl Expert Rachel Simmons in Danville
Take your daughter to an interactive workshop on getting the most out of friendships and being true to yourself. Learn how to express yourself with confidence, deal with friend drama & make healthy relationship choices from 7-8:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 13, at Los Cerros Middle School, 968 Blemer Rd., Danville. This event is free, but registration is required; visit http://curseofthegoodgirl.eventbrite.com.

Dollars and Sense: An Overview of Finance Basic
San Ramon Library will host a workshop on "Dollars and Sense: An Overview of Finance Basic" at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 15, at the library, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon. Join members of the California Society of CPAs, to learn the basics of finance. Presenters will address money management, including how to create a budget (template included); saving and investing, paying for college and insurance. This event is free. Call 973-2850.

Expenses Covered with Positive Cash Flow and Retire
Learn how to buy discounted REOs with positive cash flow the right way from 6:30-9 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 15, at Hyatt Place Dublin/Pleasanton, 4950 Hacienda Dr. Learn how to do the due diligence, put a team together and retire on cash flow. This workshop is free if booked in advance; call 272-4142 or visit http://15september.eventbrite.com.

Free 'Speed Coaching' Sessions and Seminars for Bay Area Small Business Owners
Small Business Speed Coaching Test Drive Series will host free 'Speed Coaching' sessions and seminars from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 30, at the new San Francisco Federal Building, 90 Seventh St. These sessions and seminars are free, but registration is required by visiting www.amexscorecoaching.eventbrite.com.

Glorious Gardens in San Ramon
Contra Costa Master Gardeners will present a series of workshop on sustainable landscaping practices from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Saturdays, at the San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery St. Learn about "Conserving Water in the Garden" on Sept. 25; "Building Healthy Soil and Sending Less to the Landfill" on Oct. 16; "Creating and Protecting Wildlife Habitat" on Nov. 13; and "Protecting Air and Water Quality and Conserving Energy" on Dec. 11. Call 973-2850.

Mortgage Relief Workshop for Underwater Homeowners
Learn timely information and solutions from local bay area Real Estate and Finance experts for homeowners with underwater mortgages and negative equity from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at Hyatt Place Dublin/Pleasanton, 4950 Hacienda Dr. This workshop is free if booked in advance; call 309-6109 or visit http://mortgagereliefworkshop.eventbrite.com.

Nutrition and Cancer Treatment
Learn to maximize your nutrition during and after cancer treatment. Learn what to eat, even when you don't feel like it, ways to hyrdrate, and get your specific nutritional issues addressed from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at the Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. This workshop is free for cancer patients and their support. Call 933-0107 or visit www.twcba.org.

Parent Project
Having trouble with your teenager? Do you have a strong willed child? City of San Ramon will host the Parent Project which helps parents reduce family conflict, improve school performance and attendance, identify and intervene with drug and alcohol abuse and more. This ten-week activity based course focuses on changing destructive adolescent behavior and gives parents the necessary skills to do so. This program focuses on middle school and high school students. The project will be held from 6:30-9:30 p.m., Thursdays, Oct. 7-Dec. 16, at the San Ramon Police Department, Training Center, 3150 Crow Canyon Place, Suite 160. Tuition is free, but there is a $30 materials fee. To register, call Officer Mark Gunning at 973-2737 or Officer Hollis Tong at 973-2752; or visit http://www.sanramon.ca.gov/police/parent.html. www.parentproject.com.

Parent Workshop on Youth Sports and Fitness
Seven Hills School hosts a lecture by Dr. Michael Clark, CEO of the National Academy of Sports Medicine on "Youth Sports and Fitness-What's Enough, What's Too Much?" from 6:45-8:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 13, at the school, 975 N. San Carlos Dr., Walnut Creek. Cost is $15. Call 933-0666, ext. 4987 or visit www.sevenhillsschool.org.

Save the World from Your Own Backyard
Susan Morrison and Roxy Wolosenko will present a workshop on "Saving the World From Your Own Backyard: Conserving Water in the Garden" at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 25, at the San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery St. This workshop will cover gardening practices that most homeowners can implement immediately to save time and money, while improving and protecting our natural environment. This event is free, but registration is required; call 973-2850.

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.

The Nine Rites of the Munay-Ki
Passed down from the Q'ero Elders of Peru, these are the nine rites of initiation to becoming a person of wisdom and power. They are energetic transmissions that reorganize your energy field for your becoming. They are seeds that can be nurtured and grown. Learn them from 7-8:30 p.m., on the second Wednesday of every month, Sept. 8-Nov. 3, at the Danville Yoga Center, 125A Town and Country Dr. Cost is $10. Visit www.chartyourjourney.com.

Understanding Our Water Program: A Community Conversation
San Ramon Library will host a lecture on "Understanding Our Water Program: A Community Conversation" from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 14, at the library, 100 Montgomery St., San Ramon. The group will look at statewide supply and infrastructure issues and discuss several possible approaches. This event is free. Call 973-2850.

Update on Ovarian Cancer Treatment
Learn about the latest treatment options for women dealing with ovarian cancer With Giuseppe Ciaravino, MD, a gynecologic oncologist with Kaiser Oakland, from 12:30-2 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 16, at the Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. Novel therapies and promising clinical trials will be discussed. This workshop is free to cancer patients and their support. Call 933-0107 or visit www.twcba.org.

Wellness and EAP Panel
Discover how to get a Wellness and EAP program started at your company from noon-1 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 8, at ADP, 4125 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton. This event is $25 for NCHRA members; $35 for the general public. Visit www.nchra.org.

Literary Events

'Two Cities, One Tale'
Flight 1549 and its dramatic landing on the Hudson River caught the world's attention in 2009. Join residents of Danville and San Ramon for a five-week, book-sharing event to read one book together from Sept. 13-Oct. 18. Pick up a free paperback copy of Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger’s engaging and inspiring memoir, "Highest Duty," at the Danville or San Ramon libraries or at participating local businesses. Call the Danville Library at 837-4889.

International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery (TIGHAR) Expeditions Speaker
The International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery (TIGHAR) Expeditions will host guest speaker, Kristin Tague, a member of TIGHAR, at 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 30, at the Danville Library, Mt. Diablo Room, 400 Front St. Kristin will provide fascinating visual presentation of TIGHAR expeditions, including the Amelia Earhart Project. No registration required, but seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-seated basis. Call 837-4889.

Live Music

Guitar Player LIVE! After-Party
Guitar Superstar finalists can mingle with fans and music lovers, share conversation and cocktails, while possibly getting a glimpse of celebrities who will be in town for the event. Don’t miss this blistering, late night rock set with an entourage of legendary talent starting at 10 p.m., Friday, Sept. 17, at Sapphire Restaurant and Lounge, 2300 First St., Livermore. This event is for ages 21 and over. Cost is $5. Call 373-0325.

Guitar Player's Guitar Superstar Competition
Ten accomplished guitarists compete in a gripping battle to impress a panel of guitar legends and win the Guitar Superstar crown from 7-10 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. The judges are Elliot Easton, Reeves Gabrels, Scott Henderson and Gary Hoey. The host is Brendon Small, co-creator of Metalocalypse and guitarist for Dethklok. Tickets are $23, $29 and $37. Call 373-6800 or visit www.livermoreperformingarts.org/calendar. 9/18/2010

Valley Blues Festival
Come enjoy an afternoon relaxing on the lawn listening to blues music at the Valley Blues Festival from 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at the Rowell Ranch Rodeo Park, 9711 Dublin Canyon Rd., Castro Valley. The bands that will be featured are Little Wolf and the Hellcats, The Von Trapps and The Marshall Law Band. Cost is $15 at the door. Proceeds benefit local charities through the Castro Valley Rotary Club. Call (510) 329-8155 or visit www.valleybluesfestival.com.

Miscellaneous

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.

Alcohol and Other Drugs Advisory Board Seeks Applicants
Contra Costa County community members are urged to join the Alcohol and Other Drugs Advisory Board and help fight substance abuse and are invited to serve on the Board since there are several vacancies available. Applications are required to fulfill a two-year term and meet from 3:45-6 p.m., on the fourth Wednesday of every month. For an application, visit from www.cchealth.org/groups/aod_board.

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

Intern for Congressman Jerry McNerney
Congressman Jerry McNerney (CA-11) is accepting applications for internship positions available in his Stockton, Pleasanton and Washington, D.C. offices. These internships are designed to engage students who are interested in civics and government and want hands-on experience in a congressional office. College and post-graduate students are eligible to apply. Applications from high school students are considered on a case-by-case basis for internships in the Stockton and Pleasanton offices. All internship positions are unpaid and the office will work with colleges to award school credit for the internships. To apply, send your cover letter and resume by mail to Attn: Staff Assistant, 5776 Stoneridge Mall Rd., #175, Pleasanton, CA 94588; or fax (737-0734). Mail delivery to D.C. is delayed due to security, so applicants are encouraged to fax a cover letter and resume; attention to Staff Assistant: (202) 225-4060.

Openings with Contra Costa County Commissions
Supervisor Mary Nejedly Piepho seeks qualified individuals to serve on Contra Costa County Commissions. Positions are available in these county advisory committees: Mobile Home Advisory Committee, Tenant Seat; Contra Costa Commission for Women; Mental Health Commission, Consumer seat; Knightsen Town Advisory Council; Byron-Brentwood-Knightsen Union Cemetery District; County Library Commission; and the Merit Board. Boards usually meet monthly on a voluntary basis. Candidates must live in District 3, represented by Supervisor Piepho. For more information, contact Supervisor Piepho’s Deputy Chief of Staff, Lea Castleberry at 820-8683 or lea.castleberry@bos.cccounty.us or visit http://contra.napanet.net/maddybook.

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.

Scholarship Program for San Ramon Residents
San Ramon Parks and Community Services Department have developed a new scholarship program for residents request help to participate in programs and classes. Scholarships are only available to those 18 years and under and not all programs and classes are eligible. For more information, call 973-3200 or visit www.sanramon.ca.gov.

Student Transit Ticket Program for School Year 2010-11
City of San Ramon will provide free public transit tickets will be provided as an alternative to driving your students to school. Each student will receive two (2) 12-ride County Connection transit tickets (limit 2 tickets per school year, while supplies last). For an application, visit www.sanramon.ca.gov/transp/transitnews.html.

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.

On Stage

'She Loves Me'
Center REPertory Company presents "She Loves Me" from Sept. 3-Oct. 10, at the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Tickets are $36-$45. For more information on times and dates, visit www.centerrep.org or call 943-7469.

'The Hairy Ape'
Role Players Ensemble Theatre presents "The Hairy Ape" at different times, Sept. 10-25, at the Village Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. For tickets, call 820-1278.

Auditions for 'Bah Humbug' Scrooge's Christmas Carol
Come to the Front Row Theater and audition for "Bah Humbug" at 7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 20, at the theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Bring a song with CD accompaniment, a resume and headshot. Wear comfortable clothes for dancing. Call 389-7529 or visit www.sanramoncommunitytheater.org.

Political Notes

Blackhawk Republican Women Cocktail Meeting
This club will host hors d'oeuvres and no-host cocktails at its next meeting with guest speaker Larry Greenfield, Senior Policy Advisor to the Meg Whitman Campaign and Fellow in American Studies at The Claremont Institute, from 5:30-7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 16, at the Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr., Danville. He will talk about "Reviving the Golden Dream: The Republican Comeback." Cost is $25. Reservations are due by noon, Sept. 14; call Mrs. Wright at 828-0771 or visit www.BlackhawkRWF.com.

Democratic Candidates Night
TriValley Democratic Club Meeting will host Democratic candidates that will be on the Dublin, Pleasanton and Livermore November ballots from 7-9 p.m., Monday, Sept. 20, at IBEW 595 Hall, 6250 Village Pkwy., Dublin. The candidates will address the club and there will be a Q&A discussion. This event is free and refreshments will be served. Call 831-8355 or visit www.trivalleydems.com.

Recreation

Trail Mixer at Redwood Regional Park
Town of Danville will host a Trail Mixer at Redwood Regional Park from 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Oct. 9. Explore the trails in your own backyard at these Trail Mixers. Meet in the Danville Community Center parking lot at 9 a.m. For more information, contact Sheena Wellman-Miner at swellman-miner@danville.ca.gov.

Scholarships

Exchange Club of the San Ramon Valley Scholarship
Exchange Club of the San Ramon Valley invites students of all ages to compete for cash prizes in its 9-11 Essay Contest. The topic for the essay is "Lest We Forget – Compare the attacks on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 with Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941." For high school students: cash prizes of $500 (best story), $300 (2nd place), and $200 (3rd place) will be awarded; for middle school and elementary school students: cash prizes of $300 (best story), $200 (2nd place) and $100 (3rd place) will be awarded. Students are encouraged to attend the 9-11 ceremony at Oak Hill Park in Danville which begins at 9:50 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 11. Applications are avaiable at the club' Web site at www.srvexchangeclub.org.

Seniors

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 9:45 a.m.-2 p.m., every Monday, at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St., Danville. New members are welcome. Membership is $12 a year. Call Patricia Graber at 443-0268.

Digital Photo Fun Class
Senior are invited to bring their digital camera for one-on-one instruction and basic editing skills from 10 a.m.-noon (half-hour appointments), every Wednesday, at the Town Meeting Hall, Conference Room, 201 Front St., Danville. For an appointment, call 314-3490.

Free Blood Pressure Screening
Senior can drop-in for a free blood pressure screening from 10-11:15 a.m., on the first and third Monday of every month, at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St. Screening is provided by John Muir Senior Services. No appointment is necessary. Call 314-3400.

Free Insurance Counseling
Danville Senior Services offers free insurance counseling in 30-minute increments by appointment from 10 a.m.-noon, Thursdays. Leonard Bowe will help with auto, homeowners and life insurance questions and concerns. For a free appointment, call 314-3490.

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 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.

Moonglowers Dance
Alcosta Senior and Community Center will host the "Moonglowers Orchestra" dance from 1-3:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 20, at the senior center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Feet will be tapping and skirts twirling as the Moonglowers Orchestra plays your big band. Cost is $2 for residents; $3 for non-residents. Call 973-3200.

One-on-One Computer Tutoring
Ed Bader will host one-on-one computer tutoring for seniors, by appointment, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., Tuesdays; and from 10 a.m.-noon, Thursdays, at the Town Meeting Hall, Conference Room, 201 Front St., Danville. These sessions are free. To schedule an appointment, call 314-3490.

Prime Time Events
Prime Time meets from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesdays, in the multipurpose room at Community Presbyterian Church, 222 W. El Pintado, Danville. Special events for the month of September will include a birthday celebration on Sept. 14; Bingo on Sept. 21; and free manicures on Sept. 28. A home-cooked meal is available for $4. If you need a ride, call Gloria at 837-5229. For questions, call Rosy at 552-9676.

Prime Time's 'Welcome Back Luau'
All seniors are invited to Prime Time's "Welcome Back Luau" from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 7, in the multipurpose room at Community Presbyterian Church, 222 W. El Pintado, Danville. Activities include games, crafts, holiday/birthday celebrations, bi-monthly entertainment and other surprises. Morning snacks (free) are served as well as a home-cooked meal at noon for $4. Rides are provided by County Connection Link for $4 round trip; call Gloria at 837-5229. If you have any questions or like to be on the mailing list, call Rosy at 552-9675.

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 Center Travel Presentation
Alcosta Senior and Community Center will host a travel presentation with a review of upcoming trips including international, casino, and regional trips from 10:30 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, Sept. 22, at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. This event is free and refreshments will be provided, along with the opportunity to win a free trip for those in attendance. Call 973-3250 for registration information.

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 Bridge
Enjoy playing bridge from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., every Friday, at the Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front St., Danville. Cost is $1 per person, per day. Experience players only. For reservations, call Jerri Kaldem at 837-6283.

Unstructured Games
Drop-in unstructured games will be held for seniors at the Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front St., Danville. Bridge play will be held from 9-11 a.m., Thursdays; Chinese Mah Jongg from noon-2 p.m., Tuesdays; and American Mah Jongg from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Thursdays. There is no guarantee that there will be people in attendance. Call 314-3490.

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.

Wii for Seniors
Seniors are invited to play the Wii Nintendo game system for fun by bowling or golfing from 10 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays, at the Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front St., Danville. This event is free, but pre-registration is required; call 314-3490.

Spiritual

Blessing of the Animals
Legends have been passed down that Francis' rapport with animals was so great that he preached to the birds and tamed a wolf. All animal lovers and spiritual seekers are welcome for this annual event from 2-3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 2, at San Damiano, in front of the Statue of St. Francis, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. 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, Oct. 3, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. This event is free and friends and family members are welcome. Call 837-9141, ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.

Dedication of New Building
The public is invited to attend the dedication of Danville Congregational Church's new building, Hope Center, from 4-6 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 19, at the church, 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. Representatives from the church and those companies involved in the construction project will speak, as will Mayor Michael Doyle of Danville. Call 837-6944 or visit www.danvillechurch.com.

Labyrinth Day
Learn how the labyrinth can be used as a tool to mark important moments in life, which help us feel connected, from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 2, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Cost is $65, including lunch. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Call 837-9141 ext. 315.

Recollection: A Franciscan Method of Contemplative Prayer
During this retreat, Bro. Bill Short OFM, will teach participants about the simple and enriching form of quiet prayer, based on the heart rather than the head. The retreat is from Oct. 1-3, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Registration begins at 4 p.m., Oct. 1 and concludes on Sunday with lunch. Cost is $180 for a shared room; $210 for a private room. Call 837-9141 ext. 315.

Spiritual Spa Day for Women
Kathy Miranda and Rena Grant will present this Spiritual Spa Day for Women from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 23, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Find the goodness of self, others and all creation. Cost is $75 including lunch. Registration at 8:30 a.m. 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.

The Interfaith Practice Of Jesus
Explore and celebrate the interfaith love of Jesus who opened his heart to all at a retreat Sept. 10-12, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Cost is $190 for a shared room; $220 for a private room. Registration begins at 4 p.m., Friday, Sept. 10 and concludes with lunch on Sunday, Sept. 12. Call 837-9141 ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.

Transforming Addictions - Personal Growth
Shoshana Kobrin, MFT, will host a workshop on personal growth from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, Sept. 10, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Cost is $75 without CE units; $95 with CE units for MFTs, LCSWs, RNs and LVNs. This workshop includes case studies, reading, writing, music,visualization and some games. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. Lunch is included. Call 837-9141 ext. 315 or visit www.sandamiano.org.

Young Adults Day
As young adults we often feel we are at a cross roads, embarking on new careers, new relationships, and setting new goals for ourselves. Enjoy a day looking at how we can find our authentic self and define our core from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 9, at San Damiano, 710 Highland Dr., Danville. Cost is $55, including lunch. Registration is at 9 a.m. Call 837-9141 ext. 315.

Sports

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

Learn Tennis, Get Free Racquet
Learn to play tennis in six hours and receive a free Dunlop Tennis Racquet. Sponsored by the United States Tennis Association, new classes start the first Monday of each month, from 6:30-8 p.m., at San Ramon Valley High School. The cost of six hours of group lessons is $100 per player. Lessons taught by former world ranked tennis professional/30-year coach. To register, call Brett, USPTA P-1 at 683-2460.

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/.

Support Groups

'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 Classes and Support Groups
Hospice of the East Bay will host numerous support groups and classes for adults including: Adults Who Have Lost a Parent from 7-9 p.m., Tuesdays, Sept. 7-Oct. 26; Widow and Widower's Support Group from 6-8 p.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 13-Nov. 1 and from 1-3 p.m., Wednesdays, Oct. 20-Dec. 15 (no meeting Nov. 24); and Understanding Grief class from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 21; all at the Hospice offices, 3470 Buskirk Ave., Pleasant Hill. All 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.

Volunteering

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteer Recruitment
AARP Tax-Aide is looking for volunteers to become members of a team providing free tax preparation for individuals of all ages. Volunteers are trained by Tax-Aide and become IRS Certified tax counselors and other volunteer positions are available. There will be orientation held in November and classes will start in January. Call 405-5135.

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.

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.

Bah Humbug! 5K Run/Walk Needs Volunteers
City of San Ramon will host the Bah Humbug! 5K Run/Walk and needs 12 volunteers to help with check-in, hand out t-shirts, assist with the finish line and hand out refreshments from 7:30-10:30 a.m. and 8:15-10:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 4, at Bishop Ranch #2, at the corner of Bollinger Canyon Road and Camino Ramon. Call 973-3222.

Bedford Gallery's Volunteer Information Day
Discover Bedford Gallery's many volunteer opportunities and learn how you can enrich yourself and your community at its Volunteer Information Day will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, Sept. 20, at the Bedford Gallery, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Enjoy coffee and pastries and meet the volunteers and other art lovers. Call 943-5876 or visit www.bedfordgallery.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.

Breakfast with Santa Prep Help Needed
City of San Ramon will host Breakfast with Santa and they need help wrapping gifts and putting together crafts from 3:30-5:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 9, at the San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. 15 volunteers are needed and must be over 14 years old. Help is also needed for the breakfast to cook, serve the food and help check-in from 7:30-11 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11. Call 973-3222.

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 is looking for City Lights Volunteers for numerous positions including ushers for the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center. There will be an informational meeting at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 8, at the center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon. Also, volunteers are needed to help at the Victorian Tea from 2:30-5:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 12, at the San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. For more information, contact Bonnie Mertz at bmertz@sanramon.ca.gov or call 973-3222.

Community Family Thanksgiving Event Needs Help
City of San Ramon will host a Community Family Thanksgiving and they need help with serving and clean-up from 2:30-5:30 p.m. and from 5:30-8:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 25, at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Call 973-3222.

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.

Crow Canyon Demonstration Gardens
Join the San Ramon Public Services team and help maintain Crow Canyon Gardens City Park from 9-11 a.m., Tuesdays, meeting at the greenhouse gate. Wear gloves, sun protection and bring water. For more information, contact Paul Simpson at 973-2888 or psimpson@sanramon.ca.gov.

Fall Docent Training for Forest Home Farms
If you enjoy working with kids, Forest Home Farms is looking for your help! A fall docent training meeting will take place from 9:30 a.m.-noon, Thursday, Sept. 9, at the farm, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. The docent training is for the Forest Home Farms Historic Park 3rd grade education program. For information, contact Stephanie Herscu at 973-3282 or sherscu@sanramon.ca.gov.

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.

Glass House Museum New Volunteer Docent Orientation
There will be a new volunteer docent orientation for the David Glass House Museum at Forest Home Farms Historic Park starting at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 14, at the farm, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Reservations are required; call Mary Ann Wilkman at 973-3287 or e-mail mwilkman@sanramon.ca.gov.

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.

Make a Difference Day
Forest Home Farms will host "Make a Difference Day" from 9 a.m.-noon, Sunday, Oct. 10, at the farm, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Volunteers of all ages are needed to spruce up the farm. Bring garden gloves and tools and wear closed toed shoes. This event is free and refreshments will be provided. Call 973-3280.

Make a Difference Day Volunteers are Needed
City of San Ramon needs volunteers to help at Make a Difference Day from 9 a.m.-noon, Sunday, Oct. 10, at Forest Home Farms, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Bring gloves and garden tools and wear closed toed shoes. Refreshments will be proivided. Call 973-3222.

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.

Openings with City of San Ramon's Boards, Committees and Commissions
City of San Ramon has positions open for the Boards, Committees and Commissions including: the Arts Advisory Committee, Library Advisory Committee, Senior Advisory Committee and the Transportation Demand Advisory Committee. To apply, visit http://www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/bcc/openings.html.

Ruth Bancroft Garden Docent Training
Ruth Bancroft Garden docent program is an opportunity for community members to learn more about drought tolerant gardening and plants, learn interpretive skills and public speaking, and contribute to the community as a docent. Students can earn college internship credit for becoming a RBG docent. Cost is $75; scholarships are available and no one will be turned away for lack of funds. The 10-session docent training begins Oct. 16 and ends in March. For more information, visit www.ruthbancroftgarden.org or e-mail volunteer coordinator Freya van Dien at freya@ruthbancroftgarden.org.

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.

San Ramon Community Chorus Holiday Concert Needs Help
Two volunteers are needed to help with assisting backstage with music and performers at the San Ramon Community Chorus' Holiday Concert from 6:30-9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 17, at the San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. Call 973-3222.

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.

Senior Center Volunteers are Needed
San Ramon Senior Center can use the help of volunteers at the front desk, tutors for the Senior Scholar Program, special event assistants, kitchen helpers, van drivers, activity instructors, marketing and computers. For more information, call 973-3250.

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 and Special Olympic Bowling Program
City of San Ramon is looking for two energetic and responsible volunteers age 16 and older to help youth with special needs from 3-5 p.m., Mondays, Sept. 20-Nov. 20, at Danville Bowl, 200 Boone ct., Danville. For information, contact Steve Cox at 973-3253 or scox@sanramon.ca.gov.

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.

Volunteer at the Fall Dance Recital
City of San Ramon needs volunteers to help with set-up, clean-up, organizing and assisting dancers backstage at the Fall Dance Recital from 12:30-4:30 p.m. and 4-8 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 14 and from 12:30-4:30 p.m. and 3:30-7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 16; both at the San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. Call 973-3222.

Volunteers Needed for Halloween Middle School Dance
Six volunteers ages 15 years and older are needed to help with set-up, clean-up, serving snacks and taking pictures at the Halloween Middle School Dance from 5-10 p.m., Friday, Oct. 29, at the San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. Call 973-3222.

Youth Basketball Coaches are Needed
Volunteers 17 years and older are needed to coach divisions of boys and girls in grades K-10 with one practice per week and one game played between the hours of 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturdays. Practice begins the week of Nov. 29 and games will begin during the second weekend in January. Fingerprinting and background checks will be required. For more information, contact Becky Adams at 973-3263 or radams@sanramon.ca.gov.