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.

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.

Civic Meetings

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.

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

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.

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-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/.

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 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 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.

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.

Friends of the Danville Library
Friends of the Danville Library are renewing annual memberships and recruiting new members to help support, raise funds and sponsor programs for the Danville library. There are many benefits of being a Friend including merchant discounts, volunteer opportunities and preview of book sales. Dues and donations are tax deductible. Application forms are at the library, 400 Front St. Call 837-4455.

Grandmothers Club
Grandmothers of all ages meet for lunch at 11 a.m., on the second Friday of every month, at the Brass Door, 2154 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. If interested, contact Janice Ridge at 837-8007.

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.

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.

Events

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fundraisers

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Holiday

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

'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.

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.

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.

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

Author/Girl Expert Rachel Simmons in Danville
*This event is sold out. 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

Miscellaneous

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Spiritual

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.

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.

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.

Support Groups

'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.

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.

Volunteering

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.

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.

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.

Contra Costa Academy of Fine Art
The academy seeks new volunteers and members to help with tasks ranging from bookkeeping to recruiting instructors. The group meets noon-1 p.m., the second Friday of the month at Richard's Art & Craft Store, 225 Alamo Plaza, Alamo. Call Beth Batchelor at 837-5654.

Friends of Discovery
The organization is looking for volunteers who can commit eight hours per month in the Thrift Station, 486 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. Call the store at 820-1988.

Help Your Senior Neighbors
A lot of Danville seniors need rides to their appointments, stores or to special events. The Seniors' Club at Veterans Memorial Hall is looking for volunteers to provide rides on an "as-needed basis" on one or more Mondays a month. Call Jenn Overmoe at 314-3491 for more information.

Hospice of the East Bay
Hospice of the East Bay is seeking volunteers to assist hospice patients and their caregivers. Opportunities include: volunteers who are fluent in Spanish; Patient Support Volunteers; Licensed Hair Stylists to offer hair cuts and styling; Certified Massage Therapists; Handymen to help with minor repairs and maintenance; Mobile notaries; and Bereavement Support Volunteers to provide support to family members after their loved one has died. To apply for free training, call 887-5678 and ask for the volunteer department, or e-mail peggyh@hospiceeastbay.org.

Lindsay Wildlife Museum
Docents are needed to lead class tours, teaching children and others about our important connection with wildlife and the world we share. No experience needed. Call 627-2444 or visit www.wildlife-museum.org.

Make a Difference
Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living (RCJL) in Danville provides assisted living, Alzheimer's and skilled nursing care in a community our residents call home. Volunteers play a key role at RCJL and opportunities are available for students and adults. For information, call Volunteer Coordinator Irma at 964-2098.

Mt. Diablo State Park
Mt. Diablo State Park offers many interesting ways to volunteer by helping with trail maintenance, serving as a docent at one of the Visitors Centers, helping with the new native plants garden or working on the trash removal program. Training provided for all areas. Call 837-6129 or visit www.parks.ca.gov.

Museum of the San Ramon Valley
The Museum of the San Ramon Valley welcomes volunteers and has a current need for greeters who give three hours one day a month to welcome visitors to the museum, register their attendance, and give them an introductory tour of the Waiting Room and the Museum Store. Call Carmen Curtis at 837-9781 or the museum at 837-3750.

San Damiano Retreat
Opportunities abound for people of all ages and abilities at San Damiano. Sit and socialize while helping with mailings, enjoy solitude and meditation while cultivating the flower, vegetable and fruit gardens or lend your support to the front desk and gift shop. Call 837-9141, ext. 307 or visit www.sandamiano.org.

Save Mount Diablo's Diablo Restoration Team
Save Mount Diablo acquires land then turns it over to park agencies. Before that happens, though, volunteers do clean-up, fence building, trail construction, planting, watering and habitat restoration, creek clean-ups, non-native plant removal and other work projects. Come and join this crew on the fourth Saturday of every month. For more information, call 947-3535 or e-mail George at gphillips@savemountdiablo.org.

Search and Rescue
The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Search and Rescue Team needs volunteer members to respond to missing person incidents, disasters and other critical incidents. Team members are on call 24/7 year round. The program provides required training including wilderness traveling, first aid, map and compass, tracking disaster response and search skills, and may additionally include special training for canine, equestrian, technical, mountain bike or other rescue skills. For information and applications, visit www.contracostasar.org or call 646-4461.

Sheriff Seeks Senior Volunteers
The Sheriff's Valley Station Office in Alamo is seeking people interested in assisting law enforcement in the community. Citizens should have a clean criminal history and would be responsible for one shift a week for four-and-a-half hours. Interested applicants should call James Hogan or Elmer Glasser at 837-2902.

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.