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| Friday, September 12, 2008 |
South Bay Golf Classic for Autistic children
You are invited to the 5th Annual South Bay Golf Classic, Check-in begins at 10AM, on Friday, September 12th, at the Cinnabar Hills Golf Club San Jose, CA 95120 Sponsored by Customer Service Realty, the 5TH annual golf tournament will offer 18 holes of golf at the exclusive Cinnabar Hills Golf Club, continental breakfast, lunch, dinner and an auction of prizes, including original artwork and signed sports memorabilia. Tickets only $250!! All funds raised by this year's tournament are earmarked for early identification and assistance of Autistic children in the Silicon Valley area. Families receive education, support, free training for speech/language therapists and preschool teachers. For information call 408-558-5000 or visit the website at www.autismtreeproject.org. All proceeds benefit Autism Tree Project Foundation. Visit Customer Service Realty for more information, as well as ticket purchase and sponsorship contact info, or email your questions to Golf@CSRteam.com. |
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| Saturday, August 9, 2008 |
Scotts Valley Art and Wine Festival
Voted Best Community Event for 2007, The Scotts Valley Art and Wine Festival brings together the Fine Art and Wine, with the beauty of the outdoors, from 10:00am-6:00pm, on August 9th, at Skypark, 361 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA. Offering over 100 artists displaying their talents in art, over 14 Wineries and Breweries from the Santa Cruz Mountains and beyond along and a great Food Court. Kids enjoy the festival as well as they try their hand at art and Fun! Of, course no Festival would be complete without Music, and the Festival Features the Best Live Music available! For more information log onto www.ScottsValleyChamber.com or dial 831-239-3794. |
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| Sunday, August 3, 2008 |
Vintage Vehicles & Family Festival 2008
The Museum of American Heritage invites you and your family to the 5th Annual Vintage Vehicle and Family Festival, from 10 am to 4 pm, on August 3rd, at Palo Alto High School, 50 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto Come enjoy over 100 unique vintage cars, great live music, good food, fun and games for kids, and much more! Free admission, any donations help benefit education programs at the Museum of American Heritage. For more information please contact the Museum log onto www.moah.org or 650-321-1004. |
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| Tuesday, July 8, 2008 |
Triple Play Family Days
History San José, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo and the San Jose Giants are excited to introduce the inaugural Triple Play Family Days. Three of San Jose’s most popular attractions have partnered to offer the perfect opportunity for local families. Spend the day at History Park and Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, and then enjoy a night at the San Jose Giants, all for only $1 per person. Triple Play Family Days will be held on May 13th, June 10th and July 8th.For more information on Triple Play Family Days, please call Happy Hollow Park & Zoo at (408) 277-4193 or visit www.hhpz.org. |
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| Monday, June 30, 2008 |
Mi Coche/My Culture—Livin’ the Lowrider Lifestyle
Mi Coche/My Culture—Livin’ the Lowrider Lifestyle, a unique visual arts exhibit that celebrates the diversity and heritage of South Bay culture, will be showcased in La Galeria at Mexican Heritage Plaza through June 30th. The free exhibition encompasses the art, design and Chicano subculture of lowrider automobiles from their 1960s and 1970s origins. The signature piece will be a mural created by co-curator Marcos Gaitan that depicts the famous lowrider hangout at the corner of Story and King Roads. Other pieces will feature precious and personal mementos of car aficionados that represent the lowriders’ lifestyle. Visit www.mhcviva.org or call 408-928-5524 for more information. |
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| Sunday, June 29, 2008 |
Cantor Arts Center's African masks
An exhibition of African masks from Zambia is now open at Stanford University’s Cantor Arts Center. The 24-mask characters on view showcase the complexity of traditions from southern Africa. The exhibition runs through June 29th, and draws from the collection of the Fowler Museum at UCLA.
Cantor Arts Center is open Wednesday through Sunday, from 11 to 5, and until 8 pm on Thursdays. Admission is free. Visit museum.stanford.edu (museum-DOT-Stanford-DOT—E, D, U) for information. |
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| Saturday, June 28, 2008 |
Frontier Village Summer Picnic
Make plans to attend the Frontier Village Summer Picnic, at 11:00 am, on Saturday, June 28th, at the old Frontier Village stomping grounds now known as Edenvale Park. 200 Edenvale Avenue, in San Jose.
There will be Western Gunfights, old souvenirs and more! Even one of the original Antique Autos will be there for free rides!! All are welcome! See our website www.frontiervillage.net
There will be a guided tour of the park pointing out where all the old attractions once stood, along with other activities.
There are plenty of tables, chairs, and barbeque grills. There will be hot dogs and drinks for sale. Admittance are free. |
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| Sunday, June 22, 2008 |
Silicon Valley Duck Race
Quack, quack, the duck race is here! Join Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley for a day of entertainment, food and games at the first Silicon Valley Duck Race, at 11:00a.m., on Sunday, June 22nd, at Vasona Lake County Park. Ten thousand rubber ducks will race from the creek at Vasona Lake County Park and into Vasona Lake. Proceeds benefit JFS and other local non-profits. To adopt ducks, for $5 each, visit siliconvalleyduckrace.org, or call JFS at 408-357-7406. |
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| Saturday, June 21, 2008 |
Unmask The Mysteries Masquerade Gala
The AIDS Coalition Silicon Valley invites you to Unmask The Mysteries Masquerade Gala and Award of Distinction 2008. This annual event will be held on June 21ST at 7 pm, at the Rotary Summit Center in Downtown San Jose, located at 88 South Fourth Street. Unmask the Mysteries gala is a benefit that helps fight HIV/AIDS locally. To purchase tickets and for more information, please visit W-W-W-DOT-UNMASKTHEMYSTERIES-DOT-COM. |
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| Thursday, June 19, 2008 |
Valley of Heart’s Delight Dinner
The annual Valley of Heart’s Delight Dinner, honoring San José preservationist Jim Salata, will be held on Thursday, June 19th, in History Park San José. Salata, president of Garden City Construction, is being recognized for his decades of commitment to quality building in Santa Clara Valley, for both new construction and preserving and restoring historical buildings. Tickets for this limited-seating event, hosted by History San José, are $100 each. In addition to enjoying dinner under the light tower catered by Crunch Catering, attendees will be treated to pre-dinner hors d’oeuvres, live music, and silent and live auctions. Novel auction items include a trolley-driving class, a private reception at Fallon House in downtown San Jose, and birthday parties and ice cream socials at History Park. Don’t miss out on this exciting evening; purchase your tickets at 408-521-5019. |
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| Tuesday, June 17, 2008 |
A Dialogue with Immigrants
You are invited to be part of COURAGEOUS COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS, A Dialogue with Immigrants, 6-9 pm, on Tuesday, June 17th, at the Office of Human Relations of Santa Clara County, at 2310 N. First Street, Suite 104, in San Jose, CA 95131. TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE WITH DONNA RUIZ, Donna.Ruiz@ohr.sccgov.org or 408-792-2307.
THIS IS A JOINT PROGRAM OF THE PEACEBUILDING COMMITTEE OF THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION OF SANTA CLARA COUNTY AND THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RELATIONS OF SANTA CLARA COUNTY |
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| Saturday, June 14, 2008 |
Wheat-Weaving
On June 28h, The San Mateo County History Museum will present a workshop on Wheat-Weaving, the centuries-old art form used for harvest festivals and hat decorations. There is a materials fee for this workshop to be held in the Wells Fargo Learning Center. RSVP required. Call Katrina at 650-299-0104, Ext. 31 to RSVP by June 14th. |
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| Friday, June 13, 2008 |
Youth Science Institute Summer Science Camps
Youth Science Institute has Summer Science Camps for children ages 3 ½ to 14. There are over 35 camps to choose from. Camps begin the week of June 16th and end August 15th at each of Y-S-I’s Science and Nature Centers. Centers are located at Alum Rock Park in San Jose, Sanborn Park in Saratoga and Vasona Park in Los Gatos. Some scholarships are available. Camps fill quickly, so call 408-356-4945 or go to www.youthscience.org today. |
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| Sunday, June 8, 2008 |
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
San Jose Repertory Theatre presents a contemporary and fiendishly clever new adaptation of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, from May 10th to June 8th, at its site at 101 Paseo de San Antonio, in downtown San Jose. Against the backdrop of Victorian London, the respectable Dr. Jekyll has begun to display alarmingly erratic behavior. At the same time, a brutal figure haunts the city’s streets, committing assault and murder under the cloak of darkness and dismal London fog. For more details log onto www.SJRep.com or dial (408) 367-7255. |
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| Saturday, June 7, 2008 |
An Auction of Happy Hollow Memorabilia
Ever wanted to own your own Merry-go-Round? Or one of the Antique Cars from Frontier Village? Here’s your chance to buy one-of-a-kind Happy Hollow items.
Saturday, June 7th from 4:30 – 8:00 pm join the excitement at Danny’s Estate Sale - An Auction of Happy Hollow Memorabilia. Tickets on sale now. $30 per person in advance or $35 per person at the door. Purchase tickets at the Happy Hollow entrance or visit www.hhpz.org for event information and a ticket order form. Two free previews available on June 6th and 7th.
Proceeds from this event will help to build the New Happy Hollow. |
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| Saturday, June 7, 2008 |
Hand Art contest for Hand Therapy Awareness
Come one Come all and find out about the Hand Therapy Specialty and get Hand Safety tips to prevent injuries. The American Society of Hand Therapist California Chapter will hold a Hand Art contest for Hand Therapy Awareness and Injury Prevention Week, from 11am to 2pm, on Saturday, June 7th, at the Almaden Library and Community Center, at 6445 Camden Avenue, in San Jose. Any medium hand art piece accepted. The Prize for Junior High and Senior High is $100 each and $200 for College.
For more information go to http://www.asht-ca.org/brochure.htm and please, RSVP for the event at 408-268-8536. |
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| Saturday, June 7, 2008 |
Spring Cleaning
If you need an extra pair of hands for Spring Cleaning, the Day Worker Program can help. It is a non-profit that specializes in connecting homeowners with an extra pair of hands for all their manual labor needs. Call up to an hour prior to reserve reliable workers for moving, cleaning, gardening, painting, child or elder care, cooking, and more. All of the money that you are paying goes directly to the workers themselves. The Day Worker Program has a new location on Mercy Street in Mountain View. For more details log onto www.dayworkercentermv.org |
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| Saturday, June 7, 2008 |
Los Gatos Discovery Shop's Spring Collection
The fight against cancer isn’t just won in a doctor’s office—it can be won shopping too! Find great deals and more at the American Cancer Society's
Los Gatos Discovery Shop's Spring magical collection of current fashion trends and styles ideal for California living at its site at 39 East Main Street, in Los Gatos.
For more information call 408-354-5917. |
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| Saturday, June 7, 2008 |
Hand Art contest for Hand Therapy Awareness and Injury Prevention
Come one Come all and find out about the Hand Therapy Specialty and get Hand Safety tips to prevent injuries. The American Society of Hand Therapist California Chapter will hold a Hand Art contest for Hand Therapy Awareness and Injury Prevention Week, from 11am to 2pm, on Saturday, June 7th, at the Almaden Library and Community Center, at 6445 Camden Avenue, in San Jose. Any medium hand art piece accepted. The Prize for Junior High and Senior High is $100 each and $200 for College.
For more information go to http://www.asht-ca.org/brochure.htm and please, RSVP for the event at 408-268-8536.
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| Monday, June 2, 2008 |
BUSINESS SHOWCASE
Everyone is invited to the Cupertino Chamber of Commerce’s second annual BUSINESS SHOWCASE on Monday, June 2 from 4:00 to 7:00 at the Quinlan Center located at 10185 N. Stelling Rd, near Whole Foods Market in Cupertino.
Come meet local Cupertino businesses who will be on hand providing information, products and services. Admission is free and there will be free samples, free snacks, and free prizes.
Exhibitors, there is still time to sign up. Call the Cupertino Chamber of Commerce at 408 252-7054 for more information. Support your local businesses. Shop Local. Shop Cupertino. |
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| Sunday, June 1, 2008 |
“Exit Saigon, Enter Little Saigon”
“Exit Saigon, Enter Little Saigon” is the first Vietnamese American historical exhibit from the Smithsonian to explore the Vietnamese American experience in America, through June 1st, in the Student Center of the San Jose City College, 2100 Moorpark Avenue, in San Jose. Images cover over 30 years of Vietnamese immigration are displayed in this new traveling exhibition. By showcasing themes of challenges, contributions and change, the exhibit emphasizes the vibrant diversity of this ethnic community.
This exhibit documents the lengths to which Vietnamese Americans have gone to maintain linguistic and cultural traditions, and demonstrates how a displaced people who had lost almost everything can rebuild their lives to form a vibrant ethnic community, contributing to the livelihood of many neighborhoods and cities across America.
For more details log onto: www.sjcc.edu |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Bonfires and Bugs: The Art & Science of Camping
Bonfires and Bugs: The Art & Science of Camping, Opens March 7 and runs through August 17th, at The Museum of American Heritage, at 351 Homer Avenue, Palo Alto CA 94301.
Somewhere in our journey from nature to civilization, camping changes from survival to recreation. Check out a few of the high points along the road from camps of the past to roughing it, modern style - And pick up some of the lore, the science, and the art of camping, from cooking to transportation to navigation to shelter - and beyond. Free Admission. The Museum of American Heritage Hours are 11am to 4pm, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For more details log onto www.moah.org or dial 650-321-1004. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
A Breath of Plein Air
Plein air painting—painting in the open air—is the focus of A Breath of Plein Air, an exhibit presented by History San José at the Leonard and David McKay Gallery at the Pasetta House in History Park at Kelley Park. The show features 54 pieces by 25 local artists who’ve captured the beauty of Santa Clara Valley, illustrating scenes of San José, Santa Clara or Silicon Valley by taking advantage of the area’s excellent natural light. The exhibition runs through September 21st, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. Artists who’d like to paint outdoors are invited to attend Plein Air Days at History Park, on Sundays, June 15, July 20 and August 17. For more information about both events, visit historysanjose.org. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Operation: Care and Comfort
Every month, Operation: Care and Comfort prepares packages for service men and women. For campaign details, product specifications and donation information log onto www.bearhugaussoldier.com. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Veteran Small Business Assistance
If you are a Silicon Valley member of America’s military community planning to start or expand a small business, the U.S. Small Business Administration can help. Patriot Express is a new loan product designed specifically for veterans, reservists, members of the National Guard, and their spouses, who have the dream of becoming entrepreneurs. Learn more about Patriot Express and SBA’s full line of loan guarantees at www.sba.gov. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Free or low-cost HIV Testing
Free or low-cost HIV Testing is available at the Santa Clara County Public Health Department’s Crane Center, in Room 1500B, at 976 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126, (408) 792-3720.
HIV counselors provide anonymous or confidential HIV testing and counseling using both the standard HIV test and the rapid HIV test. No appointment is needed.
Additional locations for HIV testing include Billy deFrank LGBT Community Center, 938 The Alameda, San Jose, and Asian American for Community Involvement, 2400 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
PACT Volunteers
People Acting in Community Together or PACT helps everyday people win extraordinary victories by teaching them how to speak, act and engage in the public arena for themselves through grassroots organization. If you would like to make the Silicon Valley better join PACT.
PACT is a multi-ethnic, interfaith organization representing 19-congregations and 50,000-families in Santa Clara County.
For more details log onto PACTSJ dot Org. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Disaster Preparedness
The Santa Clara County Office of Emergency Services outlines 10-ways you can be Disaster Prepared:
Learn which kinds of natural and human-caused disasters pose a risk for your area (earthquakes, fires, etc.)
Develop a Family Disaster Plan and put it in writing.
Build Disaster Supply Kits for your home, office, and car.
Choose an out-of-town contact person whom family members may call to report how and where they are during an emergency.
Know where to go during an emergency; designate a park, school or other convenient location.
Prepare your children and remember those with special needs, such as infants, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Include your pets in your Family Disaster Plan.
Eliminate hazards in your home and office.
Learn how to keep yourself and your family safe by taking first aid, CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and other preparedness classes.
Get involved -- donate blood, educate your neighbors, and join your local Citizen Corps and volunteer.
Resident preparedness is one aspect of the county’s operational plan. During the first 72 hours of a disaster, there may be a disruption in utilities such as phones, water and electricity, as well as local businesses and roadways. Being prepared and self sufficient can make all the difference on how well the community responds and recovers from a disaster.
For more information on preparing for a disaster, go to www.sccgov.org. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Sacred Heart Community Service Volunteers
Need community service hours? Interested in making your community a better place to live and work? Have some free time and would like to give something back? The local public service agency, Sacred Heart Community Service is always looking for volunteers to help realize their vision of a community united to ensure that every child and adult is free from poverty. They offer a variety of volunteer opportunities for all skill sets with both short-term and long-term commitments available.
Consider joining Sacred Heart Community Service in serving the needy in our community with dignity, compassion and respect… because if you don’t, who will?
For information about volunteer opportunities and how you can make a difference, please visit: www.sacredheartcommunityservice.org or call: 408.278.2171. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Role Model Program Volunteer Recruitment
Are you looking for a short term volunteer opportunity that is meaningful and fun? The Role Model Program needs adult volunteers to inspire elementary and middle school students to succeed! Time commitment is just one hour a week for six weeks. The Role Model Program is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering students to achieve their goals, dreams, and learning that education can open the door to a successful future. To learn more contact The Role Model Program at 408-246-0433 or go on-line to www.therolemodelprogram.org. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Child Advocates Volunteer
Only a few hours a week can bring hope to a child in need.
Child Advocates of Silicon Valley provides stability and hope to children that have been abused, neglected or abandoned. Volunteers serve as friends, mentors and court appointed advocates to a child in the foster care system.
Advocates spend one-on-one time with a child on a weekly basis and speak up for their best interest in court.
For more information about volunteering log onto BeMyAdvocate dot org. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Lupus Foundation of Northern California
Thirty years ago, bay area residents who found themselves with a debilitating auto-immune disease called lupus had virtually no resources. Then came The Lupus Foundation of Northern California. For three decades it has provided support, access to information, and educational classes for lupus patients and their families. Whether young or old, in English or Spanish, in person or on the web, you’ll find what you need to fight Lupus by contacting the Lupus Foundation of Northern California at www.balf.org or 1-800-523-3363. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Spring Food Donations
You are invited to help the needy and working poor by donating canned foods high in protein and non-parishables to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. Items can be dropped off at either the San Jose Warehouse, located at 750 Curtner Avenue or the San Carlos Warehouse located at 1051 Bing Street. Donor hotline: 1-866-234-3663 or log onto www.2ndharvest.net. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
SUPPORT OUR PARALYZED VETERANS
IN TODAY'S DIFFICULT TIMES, SUPPORTING THOSE INVOLVED IN SERVING AND PROTECTING OUR COUNTRY HAS NEVER BEEN MORE IMPORTANT. the mission of paralyzed veterans of america is to ensure our veterans receive all the medical care and rehabilitation to which they're entitled. to provide programs that strengthen their bodies and stimulate their minds. To ensure they have access to housing, education and transportation. TO FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT OUR PARALYZED VETERANS, CALL 1-866-u-s-a-4-p-v-a or log onto thank you veterans dot org to LET THEM KNOW YOU APPRECIATE THEIR SERVICE. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Flight 93 Memorial
You are invited to visit the Flight 93 Memorial at Sugar Mill Landing Park, which is located on the back side of the Union Landing Shopping Center, at the corner of Alvarado-Niles and Dyer Streets, in Union City, California. The Flight 93 Memorial features a granite stone for each the crew and passengers who died as heroes on September 11, 2001, when they crashed the San Francisco bound plane in Pennsyvania. You are invited to stoll through the Flight 93 Memorial and ponder, meditate or heal in the garden of unfinished lives. While the Flight 93 crew and passengers lived and worked in the Bay Area on that fateful day, most of the surviving families have moved out of the area.
For more details log onto www.93Memorial.com. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Crisis Hotline
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, parental stress or general hard times. Call the twenty-four-hour Crisis Hotline at four-oh-eight eight-fifty sixty-one twenty-five (408-850-6125). |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Girls for a Change Bilingual-Bicultural Coaches
Girls for a Change needs Bilingual-Bicultural Volunteer Coaches. All the Girls for a Change Volunteer Coaches attend more than 11 hours of orientation over two days, in San Jose. The orientation covers how to be a Girls for a Change Volunteer coach with coaching skills and how to empower girls to be social change agents. If you are interested in becoming a Girls for a Change Bilingual-Bicultural Volunteer Coach, email anahita@girlsforachange.org or dial 408-529-9046. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
"Cans for Kate"
You are invited to help the environment and help a San Jose Handicapped mom with an autistic child. The Non-profit, K-9 Crossroads rescued an Alaskan Malamute named Trevor from a nearby shelter and they are training him as a Brace-Balance Service Dog for Kate, the disabled San Jose Mom. Kate needs to pick-up Trevor this June, but she still needs you to help by taking part in "Cans for Kate." It is as easy as collecting and recycling beverage containers and donating the funds to Kate's Chip-In-Box on MySpace. For more information and links, please visit www.geocities.com/tridlet2. Any extra proceeds will benefit the K-9 Crossroads General Fund. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS, NAMI, 5K WALK,
YOU’RE A LEADER! LEAD THE WAY BY BEING A NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS OR NAMI WALKS TEAM CAPTAIN AT YOUR JOB, WORSHIP CENTER, UNION, OR COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATION. THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS OR NAMI, 5-K WALK, IS ON SATURDAY, MAY 31ST AT GOLDEN GATE PARK’S SPEEDWAY MEADOW. IT RAISES FUNDS AND BUILDS AWARENESS ABOUT THE CONSEQUENCES OF UNTREATED MENTAL ILLNESS. ATTEND THE TEAM CAPTAIN LUNCHEON APRIL NINTH AT JOHN MUIR MEDICAL CENTER IN WALNUT CREEK. GET THE DETAILS. CALL 800-556-2401 OR VISIT WWW.NAMIWALKSFBAY.ORG. LEAD THE WAY TO A HEALTHIER BAY AREA. BE A TEAM CAPTAIN FOR NAMI WALKS. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Jim McEntee Legacy Artwork and Scholarship
You are invited to make the Jim McEntee Legacy Artwork Project and Scholarship Endowment Fund a reality, by donating to the Endowment Fund or contributing to a community art mosaic or bench, at the Jim McEntee Civic Center Plaza, in front of the County Building, at 70 West Hedding, in San Jose. For more details log onto JimMcEnteeLegacy dot org. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
bogus e-mail grand jury subpoenas
The United State District Courts has issued an alert warning the public to be aware of bogus e-mail grand jury subpoenas. Reports have been received from recipients of e-mails notifying them to appear in front of a grand jury. The Court states that e-mails are not a valid form of communication from a federal court and warns of consumers not to open any links or download any information relating to the e-mail notice. The official website for the U.S. Federal Courts is www.uscourts.gov. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Seventrees Library Book Sale
The Seventrees Library invites you to its Book Sale and its Closing Party, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, on Saturday, May 31st, at its site at 3597 Cas Dr San Jose, CA 95111. There will be many activities for children. For more details log onto sj.library.org. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Help the Cyclone Victims in Myanmar
The Santa Clara Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross invites you to help the Cyclone Victims in Myanmar. It is as easy as logging onto scv-redcross dot org and making a donation. A financial contribution is the best way to help because the Cyclone Victims in Myanmar both get what they need to survive plus, badly needed re-construction jobs.
For more information visit www.scv-redcross.org. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley, The Positive Place for Kids, wants to keep kids safe this summer! The Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley provide fun and educational programs in six core areas: Arts and Cultural Enrichment, Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development, Health and Life Skills, Sports, Fitness and Recreation and Technology. The Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley is the place to be this summer!
For information about The Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley's After School and Summer Programs or scholarships, please call: 408.957.9685. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Sharing Memories of Lou’s Village
History San José invites you to take part in its fifth Online Exhibit on Sharing Memories of Lou’s Village.
Thousands of South Bay diners will recall a good Lou’s Village story.
The site documents how two former San José firefighters opened a “supper club” in 1946, and follows the path of the Santoro and Muller families.
During the 60-year histories of San José’s changes, families celebrated birthdays, anniversaries and had dinner and cocktail parties, listening to famous performers and live musicians. Lou’s Village became ‘part of the family’.
Personal stories and memories are one of the most important parts of Lou’s Village. The beauty of this online exhibit is that anyone can easily contribute to the collection of memories by clicking the Share Your Memory button.
This exhibit will feature many of the black and white photographs that lined the walls of the restaurant and welcomes individual stories and memories.
The Lou’s Village online exhibit is sponsored by SummerHill Homes and presented by History San José. Other online exhibits can be viewed at www.historysanjose.org and include Cannery Life: DelMonte in the Santa Clara Valley; Neighborhoods of San José, Dairy Hill; and Label Legacy: The Muirson Label Company. That's www.historysanjose.org. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
A Fusion of Vietnamese and World Music
The Association for Viet Arts proudly presents “MOSAIC: A Fusion of Vietnamese and World Music” on Saturday, May 31st at 3pm at CET’s Anthony Soto Theatre, located at 701 Vine Street in San Jose. The unique concert will feature the Unity Nguyen Ensemble and special guest artists Masuru Koga, Mandjou Kone, and Ben Isaacs performing traditional Vietnamese music with cross-cultural influences. For more information, contact Hoa Glassey at (408) 667-9702 |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH MONTH!
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH MONTH! NAMI, THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS HELPS PREVENT THE CONSEQUENCES OF UNTREATED MENTAL ILLNESS SUCH AS UNEMPLOYMENT, HOMELESSNESS AND SUCIDE. JOIN THE NAMI 5K WALK ON MAY 31, AT GOLDEN GATE PARK’S SPEEDWAY MEADOW. REGISTER AT 9:30 A.M. IT’S FREE. SATURDAY, AFTER MEMORIAL DAY MAKE IT A WEEKEND TO REMEMBER. HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR NAMI’S PREVENTION PROGRAMS. FIND OUT MORE VISIT WWW.NAMIWALKSFBAY.ORG OR CALL 1-800-556-2401. |
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| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Wildlife Education & Rehabilitation Center BBQ/Auction
The Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center in Morgan Hill is holding a benefit BBQ/Auction on Saturday, May 31st from 12-3 PM at San Martin Country Park. Unique auction items include raptor handling lessons, and the chance to attend a hawk or owl release. Each adult ticket holder will be able to select a special wildlife print as a way of saying thank you for supporting W.E.R.C. The event helps to provide support for the rehabilitation of native wildlife and educational programs for the local schools. Advanced ticket purchase is required. For more details go to www.werc-ca.org. |
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| Friday, May 30, 2008 |
Unique Lives & Experiences presents Judy Collins
Unique Lives & Experiences presents Judy Collins, on Friday, May 30th, at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts.
At 67 years of age, American folk legend Judy Collins has survived divorce, alcoholism, and her son's suicide. Her book Sanity and Grace: A Journey of Suicide, Survival, and Strength, is a deeply moving memoir focusing on the death of her son and her healing process. Most notably known for Joni Mitchell's Both Sides Now, her career has spanned over 40 years and 40 albums. Through her art, music, writing, and meditation, Judy has overcome the adversity and has forged ahead. From her own suicide attempt at 14, to her son's actual suicide and her divorce from her childhood sweetheart, she has found the strength to grow from every experience. Admission is $136-$282. For more information, visit www.uniquelives.com or call 877-882-8124. |
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| Friday, May 30, 2008 |
American Cancer Society Discovery Shops
Do the earth some good...recycle while shopping for great deals... The American Cancer Society Discovery Shops, in Los Gatos, Menlo Park, Sunnyvale, San Jose and Los Altos offer fabulous prices on clothes, estate jewelry, accessories, home items and more. For more details 408.354.5917. |
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| Friday, May 30, 2008 |
REACH OUT AND READ
READING WITH YOUNG CHILDREN PREPARES THEM TO SUCCEED IN SCHOOL AND LIFE. REACH OUT AND READ IS A LOCAL PROGRAM FOCUSED ON HELPING YOUNG CHILDREN LOVE TO READ. THROUGH THE PROGRAM, THOUSANDS OF BOOKS ARE GIVEN AWAY TO CHILDREN DURING THEIR MEDICAL CHECK-UPS AT LOCAL CLINICS. VOLUNTEERS ALSO READ WITH CHILDREN IN THE WAITING ROOMS AND TEACH PARENTS THE IMPORTANCE OF READING WITH THEIR CHILDREN. IF YOU WANT TO HELP YOUNG CHILDREN LEARN TO READ, THEN VOLUNTEER BY DAILING (408) 885-5299. JOIN THE VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION, FIRST 5 SANTA CLARA COUNTY AND REACH OUT AND READ TO GIVE KIDS THE BEST START IN LIFE. |
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| Friday, May 30, 2008 |
Are you facing foreclosure?
Are you facing foreclosure?
Are you worried about increasing interest rates on your home loan?
Are you thinking about buying a home or using your home for credit?
The wrong home loan can harm your family’s future.
Don’t Borrow Trouble Silicon Valley is supported by the City of San Jose and is here to help!
Free and confidential advice is available to Santa Clara County residents.
For more information visit www.DBTSV.org or call 408-283-1284.
You may have more options than you think.
That’s www.DBTSV.org or call 408-283-1284. |
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| Thursday, May 29, 2008 |
San Jose’s High School Musical Theatre HONORS
Performers from 32 South Bay area high schools will celebrate their achievements in musical theatre on Thursday, May 29th, when Star One Credit Union presents American Musical Theatre of San Jose’s High School Musical Theatre HONORS onstage at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts beginning at 8pm. Tickets are now on sale: Adults: $25 (section A), $12 for all other sections; Students/Children: $6. Tickets are available online at www.amtsj.org or by calling 1.888.455.SHOW. |
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| Monday, May 26, 2008 |
Decorator Showcase
Spend a few hours inside a Pacific Heights mansion that’s been transformed by the best designers in the Bay Area. The annual San Francisco Decorator Showcase runs from April 26th through May 26th. Proceeds benefit University High School’s financial aid program. For ticket information, visit “decoratorshowcase.org” or call (415) 447-5830, that’s 447-5830. |
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| Sunday, May 25, 2008 |
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Experience magic when American Musical Theatre of San Jose presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, from May 13th through May 25th, at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. This is a heart-warming musical with a book by Linda Woolverton tells the classic tale of Belle, an intelligent beauty who is imprisoned in a forbidding castle, where she forms an unlikely friendship with her captor, a hideous beast. The stage show features all the enchanted characters from the popular film including Lumiere, Mrs. Potts, Chip and Cogsworth. The unforgettable score with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice includes the show-stopping “Be Our Guest,” the rousing “Gaston” and the romantic “Beauty and the Beast,” the Academy Award®-winning Best Song plus additional songs not heard in the film. For more details log onto www.amtsj.org. |
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| Sunday, May 25, 2008 |
Dancing Sun Foundation's Horizon
The Dancing Sun Foundation invites you to Horizon, on Sunday, May 25th, at the Montgomery Theater, in downtown San Jose.
The program featuring significant works of past and present exciting performances, including “Moon & Women,” the Award Winning “Horizon,” “Lazy Man’s Load,” and other memorable performances. Guest choreographers will include Jin Wen Yuk, Jim Tsou, and Carol Abohatab. Admission is $25. For more information, visit www.dsfdance.org or call 408-368-0227. |
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| Saturday, May 24, 2008 |
Wings of Freedom Tour
The Collings Foundation, a non-profit educational foundation devoted to supporting living history events invites you to take part in the ultimate living history experience, the Wings of Freedom Tour, from May 16th to 24th, at Moffett Federal Airfield, in Mountain View. Come see and-or ride, a B-25 Mitchell, a B-24 Liberator, a B-17 Flying Fortress and-or a P-51 Mustang. For more details log onto www.cfdn.org or dial 800-568-8924. |
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| Saturday, May 24, 2008 |
India Waves Dance Muqabla
You are invited to India Waves Dance Muqabla, on Saturday, May 24th, at the Montgomery Theater, in downtown San Jose.
An India Waves Youth Wing community project showcasing dance talents and hosting an open dance competition.
Admission is $15-$25.
For more information visit www.indiawaves.com or call 510-487-4988. |
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| Saturday, May 24, 2008 |
Your First Splash is Free
The City of Morgan Hill invites you to Your First Splash is Free, on opening day, from 12PM – 5PM, on Saturday, May 24th, at the Morgan Hill Aquatics Center. Check out the giant waterslides, spraygrounds, water playground, pools and more. Free music, games, and fun for everyone. For more details go to www.mhaquaticscenter.com or call (408) 782-2134. |
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| Wednesday, May 21, 2008 |
Content Now! The Digital Media Showcase
The Commonwealth Club - Silicon Valley presents Content Now! The Digital Media Showcase, on Wednesday, May 21st, at the Cubberley Community Center Theatre, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303.
Experience entertainment like never before: personal, immersive, addictive. Whether it's a film you watch right now or a masterpiece you broadcast to the world, the online video revolution is delivering content everywhere and in every form you desire. Be in the audience when sense is made of this fragmented market and explore ways in which fans are finding favorites and filmmakers are finding fame and fortune in the long tail of digital distribution.
For more details log on to www.commonwealthclub.org. |
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| Wednesday, May 21, 2008 |
Ballot Initiatives Forum
The American Association of University Women San Jose is hosting a Ballot Initiatives Forum on May 21st, 6:30 – 8:00 pm, at the Campbell Public Library, 77 Harrison Avenue, Campbell. The League of Women Voters will present the pros and cons of the two propositions dealing with government acquisition and eminent domain. The Voters Forum is free and open to the public. Voter registration forms will be available. For further information contact Mary Barry at 227-8429. |
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| Wednesday, May 21, 2008 |
Annual Real Heroes Breakfast
The American Red Cross Santa Clara Valley Chapter invites you to its 2nd Annual Real Heroes Breakfast at 7:00 a.m., on Wednesday, May 21st, at the Doubletree Hotel, in San Jose. The Heroes selected include those who have assisted others during an emergency situation, as well as, those who live their everyday lives as heroes. These brave individuals were each nominated by the public and later selected by a group of community leaders because they went above and beyond the call of duty to exhibit a true act of selflessness, and their heroic acts embody the principles and ideals of the Red Cross’ humanitarian mission.
For more details log onto www.santaclaravalley.redcross.org or call 408-577-1000. |
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| Tuesday, May 20, 2008 |
Dialogue with Arab Americans
You are invited to be part of COURAGEOUS COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS, a Dialogue with Arab Americans, 6-9 pm, on Tuesday, May 20th, at the Office of Human Relations of Santa Clara County, at 2310 N. First Street, Suite 104, in San Jose, CA 95131. TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE WITH DONNA RUIZ, Donna.Ruiz@ohr.sccgov.org or 408-792-2307.
THIS IS A JOINT PROGRAM OF THE PEACEBUILDING COMMITTEE OF THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION OF SANTA CLARA COUNTY AND THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RELATIONS OF SANTA CLARA COUNTY. |
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| Monday, May 19, 2008 |
Town Hall Meeting
Following an increase in homicides and gang violence, Mayor Chuck Reed and the Mayor’s Gang Prevention Task Force will hold a Town Hall Meeting, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., on Monday, May 19th, in the San Jose City Hall: Committee Rooms, at 200 East Santa Clara Street, in San Jose, CA 95113. This and other community forums will offer residents an opportunity to share their concerns about gang activity and provide input on the City’s efforts to prevent and suppress local gangs. For more details log onto the City of San Jose's website. |
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| Monday, May 19, 2008 |
Commonwealth Club presents Charlie Ayers
The Commonwealth Club - Silicon Valley presents Food 2.0: Secrets from the Chef Who Fed Google - Charlie Ayers, on Monday, May 19th, at the Cubberley Community Center Theatre, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303.
Chef Ayers spent six years at the executive chef at Google where he served 4,000 meals a day and created a new standard of “fine food for the fast crowd”. His impressive culinary resume includes cooking for former President Jimmy Carter, members of the Grateful Dead, and actor Robin Williams. Food 2.0 is a mantra of flavorful, innovative, and healthy breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipes perfect for the Internet generation. Chef Ayers also discusses the basics behind foods that can transform your mind and body.
For more details log on to www.commonwealthclub.org. |
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| Monday, May 19, 2008 |
San José Council Salary Setting Commission
The San José Council Salary Setting Commission will conduct community meetings to gather input from residents regarding changes to the way it sets salaries for the Mayor and City Council every two years. There will be meetings at 6:30 PM, on Monday, May 12th, at the Dr. Roberto Cruz Alum Rock Branch Library, 3090 Alum Rock Avenue @ White Road; at 6:30 PM, on Thursday, May 15th, at the Edenvale Branch Library101 Branham Lane East @ Monterey Highway and at 6:30 PM, on Monday, May 19th, at Cambrian Branch Library 1780 Hillsdale Avenue near Ross Avenue. For more details, please contact the Dennis Hawkins, Interim Assistant City Clerk, at dennis.hawkins@sanjoseca.gov. or (408) 535-1275. |
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| Sunday, May 18, 2008 |
A La Carte And Art
Kick-Off Summer Festival Season in Style At A La Carte And Art, May 17th And 18th In Downtown Mountain View. Enjoy A Vibrant Celebration Of The Arts With Two Days Of Live Music, Contemporary Fine Art And Cool Handmade Crafts. Delight In World-Class Chef Demonstrations, Fabulous Food And Wine, A Farmers' Market and The Tons Of Fun Zone For Kids. Pamper Yourself With Free Hand Massages, Mini-Makeovers and Facials. Enjoy A Weekend Of Fun in The Sun At A La Carte And Art, May 17th And 18th From 10 AM To 6 PM On Castro Street In Mountain View. Presented By The Non-Profit Central Business Association. Admission Is Free. For Information Call 650-964-3395 Or Visit Miramarevents.com. |
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| Sunday, May 18, 2008 |
Palo Alto Philharmonic Family Concert
The Palo Alto Philharmonic presents its 20th Annual Family Concert, an afternoon of classical music for children and their family members and friends of all ages, 3:00 p.m., Sunday, May 18th, at the Cubberley Theatre, at 4000 Middlefield Road, in Palo Alto.
Assistant Conductor Lee Actor will lead the orchestra and also introduce each piece to make the music accessible to young listeners. For more details log onto www.paphil.org. |
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| Sunday, May 18, 2008 |
Poker Ride at Calero County Park
One Step Closer Therapeutic Riding invites you to its fundraising event on Sunday, May 18th, a Poker Ride at Calero County Park adjacent to Calero Ranch Stables.
One Step Closer Therapeutic Riding is a non-profit organization serving Santa Clara County and they are a center member of the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA).
For additional information, please visit www.OSCTR.org or call 408-997-7264. |
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| Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
Guadalupe River Park & Gardens Cleanup Day
The winter storms brought some much needed rain, but left behind some unwanted litter and debris along the Guadalupe River. With each rise and fall of the river, trash and materials were brought downstream and left either on the flood plain north of downtown San Jose, or washed out towards Alviso and the San Francisco Bay. Take your spring cleaning out into your community and join Friends of Guadalupe River Park & Gardens for National River Cleanup Day, from 9:00 am -12:00 pm., on Saturday, May 17th, starting at the Visitor & Education Center located at 438 Coleman Ave, San Jose, 95110. Pick up trash, remove debris and see what strange and interesting items have been deposited along the rivers banks. Advanced registration is required. Please wear close-toed shoes, long pants, and sun protection and be ready for a morning of handy help and hard work. We’ll provide litter sticks, bags and gloves.
To register for this event send e-mail to info@grpg.org or call (408) 298-7657. |
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| Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
Don Callejon School Spring Fling
You are invited to Don Callejon School Spring Fling, a fun, festival for the entire family, from 11 am - 5 pm, on Saturday, May 17th, at 4176 Lick Mill Blvd Santa Clara, CA 95054. There will be Carnival games, jump houses, and entertainment. Admission is free. For more details www.dcsco.org/springfling/ |
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| Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
Santa Clara Valley American Red Cross Classes
The Santa Clara Valley American Red Cross offers standard day and evening First Aid Classes, at 2731 North First Street, in San Jose. Participants will learn the basics of first aid, as well as, the use of Automated External defibrillators. The teachers are also available to teach at your workplace. For more details log onto www dot santaclaravalley dot redcross dot org. |
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| Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
Soroptimists International of Santa Clara
On May 17th, Soroptimists International of Santa Clara will hold their annual fundraiser at 6:30 PM at the Triton Art Museum at 1505 Warburton Avenue in Santa Clara. Tickets are $40.00 per person or $45.00 at the door. Proceeds go to groups like Santa Clara Valley victims of domestic violence; FISH of Santa Clara (food for needy families); and YWCA Rape Crisis Program. For info call (408) 310-0540. |
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| Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
LOS GATOS MORNING ROTARY COOL CATS
THE LOS GATOS MORNING ROTARY COOL CATS INVITE YOU TO 'THE PARTY,' A NIGHT OF DINNER, DANCING, AND A ROCKING AUCTION. SATURDAY, MAY 17TH AT THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER IN LOS GATOS. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TICKETS, PLEASE GO TO “L-G ROCKIN AUCTION PARTY DOT COM.
'THE PARTY' BENEFITS KCAT AND THE SHAKESPEARE CONNECTION. |
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| Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
Youth Science Institute
Walking sticks, silkworms and hissing cockroaches will be there...why not you? Join the Youth Science Institute, from 10 am to 4 pm, on Saturday, May 17th, at Sanborn County Park in Saratoga. At this family-oriented, hands-on event, children and adults can get an up-close look at live insects such as spiders, scorpions, millipedes and more. Adding to the fun will be children's crafts, face painting, and bug-themed treats. This event is FREE to the public. Park entrance fee is $6 per car. Call Y-S-I at 408-356-4945 |
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| Friday, May 16, 2008 |
21st Annual Opera San Jose Benefit
The Italian American Heritage Foundation invites you to the 21st Annual Opera San Jose Benefit, featuring a concert, a fine dinner and more, starting at 6:30 PM, on Friday, May 16th, at its site at 425 North Fourth Street, in San Jose. For more details log onto www.iahfsj.org. |
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| Friday, May 16, 2008 |
Sacred Heart collection for the poor
If you are doing your Spring Cleaning, remember to donate gently worn clothes and other unwanted items in good condition, to the Sacred Heart Community Service's Donation Station, which is open 9 to 4 PM Monday through Friday and on Saturday mornings, you don't even have to get out of your car, just drive through its parking lot at 1381 South First Street at Alma, in San Jose. Info: 408-278-2179 or www.sacredheartcommunityservice.org |
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| Friday, May 16, 2008 |
Is Your Home at Risk?
Is Your Home at Risk? Whether your lender has started foreclosure or you're just worried about a future mortgage rate change, let your local Consumer Credit Counseling Service, a non-profit help you find solutions.
Attend a free housing information session to learn more about solutions to housing and debt concerns on Saturdays, at 10 a.m. in English and 1 p.m. in Spanish. After the one-hour information session, CCCS Certified Housing Counselors and lenders will be available to answer questions. To learn more about consumer fraud and foreclosure rescue scams go to www.gotdebt.org. |
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| Friday, May 16, 2008 |
Summer Camp
CAMP UNALAYEE IS A FULLY ACCREDITED TRADITIONAL SUMMER CAMP FOR GIRLS AND BOYS AGES TEN THROUGH SEVENTEEN. LOCATED IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA IN THE BEAUTIFUL TRINITY ALPS WILDERNESS, CAMP UNALAYEE PROVIDES A UNIQUE OUTDOORS EXPERIENCE. THE CAMP OFFERS THREE TWO-WEEK SESSIONS EACH SUMMER AND PROVIDES CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS FOR FAMILIES IN NEED OF A HELPING HAND. PLEASE VISIT W-W-W--GO-CAMP-U--DOT--ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO ENROLL THIS SUMMER. |
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| Friday, May 16, 2008 |
Asian Americans for Community Involvement Anniversary Banquet
Asian Americans for Community Involvement invite you to its 35th Anniversary Banquet, on Friday, May 16th, at The Fairmont San Jose. For more details Tamon Norimoto [tamon.norimoto@aaci.org]or log onto www.aaci.org. |
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| Friday, May 16, 2008 |
Dreamland Boxing
Dreamland Boxing, at 2047 Woodard Road in San Jose, is a non-profit Olympic
boxing program. They offer classes to teach you how to box. They provide the
community, from ages 8-80, males and females, an opportunity to learn boxing
for fun, exercise, or competition. If it’s losing weight, punching bags, workouts, official competition, and fun, you’re looking for, Dreamland Boxing is the place for you. Visit their website at www.dreamlandboxing.org or call 408-377-1748. |
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| Friday, May 16, 2008 |
Hospice of the Valley Western Gala
Hospice of the Valley hosts its 28th Annual Western Gala—“Wild Women of the West” – 6:00 P.M., Friday, May 16, 2008 at Villa Ragusa in downtown Campbell. Celebrating the “Wild West”, the evening includes premium wine tasting, an elegant dinner, live music, silent and live auction. Returning as Master of Ceremonies is longtime supporter Brian Adams of KLIV/KRTY radio. Funds raised will provide quality end-of-life care services and programs for adults, children and families facing life-limiting illnesses. Guests will have an opportunity to bid on auction items from priceless vacations, catered parties, private sports suites, as well as a variety of premium wines, golf packages, and exclusive items. Tickets are $175.00 per person. For sponsorship information and to RSVP, call 408.559.5600, email gala@hospicevalley.org or visit www.hospicevalley.org |
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| Friday, May 16, 2008 |
48th Film Finals
The 48th Film Finals is coming up on May 16th at San Francisco State University. Continuing its tradition of training some of the country's top independent filmmakers, the SF State cinema department presents its annual showcase of the best student films. Opening remarks by SF State alum Academy award winning documentary filmmaker, Steven Okazaki. Come and celebrate with us a new wave of filmmakers! The 48th Film Finals takes place on May 16th in McKenna Theater at San Francisco State University campus, 1600 H! olloway Avenue. The reception starts at 5:30. For more information, visit cinema.sfsu.edu or myspace.com/sfsufilmfestival |
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| Friday, May 16, 2008 |
San Jose Budget Study Sessions
San Jose will hold several Budget Study Sessions through Friday, May 16th, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, at 200 East Santa Clara Street, in San Jose. The Budget Study Sessions will cover both the Operating and Capital Budgets, plus eliminating the structural deficit. For more details log onto www.sanjoseca.gov. |
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| Thursday, May 15, 2008 |
San Jose’s Project Homeless Connect
Are you homeless or about to become homeless? Do you need housing assistance, social services, medical and mental health services, or veterans’ services? San Jose’s Project Homeless Connect event can help! THURSDAY, MAY 15TH 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM @ THE SAN JOSE MCENERY CONVENTION CENTER - EXHIBIT HALL ONE. The Convention Center is located at 150 West San Carlos Street across from the Convention Center Light Rail stop. Hope to see you there! |
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| Thursday, May 15, 2008 |
Do the Earth some good...Bike to Work
On Thursday May 15th, tens of thousands of residents from all corners of the Bay Area will put aside their car keys, don their helmets and bike to work. You too can do the Earth some good...by Biking to Work.
While gas prices keep going up...you can make a difference...Bike to Work and join tens of thousands of Bay Area residents who ride their bikes to work and love it. Go to 511 dot org for more information about Biking to Work. Hop on your bike and go! Save on gas and wear and tear on your car and our Earth! on Thursday, May 15th, there will be over 190 Energizer Stations to pick-up some refreshments, plus there will be contests and more. If you’re unable to ride your bike on Bike to Work please drive slowly and remember to share the road! For more details log onto 511 dot org. |
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| Thursday, May 15, 2008 |
eWomenNetwork Anniversary Luncheon
eWomenNetwork invites you to its Accelerated Networking Luncheon, celebrating the chapter's 5th year Anniversary, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, on Thursday, May 15th, at Villa Ragusa, in Campbell. To Register by Email contact: kristyrogers@eWomenNetwork.com or by phone by calling (408) 288-8484. |
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| Thursday, May 15, 2008 |
Santa Clara County Palestinian Cultural Day
Palestinian Heritage Committee invites you to the Santa Clara County Palestinian Cultural Day, from 3:45 to 5 p.m., on Thursday, May 15th, at the Santa Clara County Government Center, James P. McEntee, Sr. Civic Center Plaza,
70 W. Hedding St., in San Jose. Admission is Free.
Join us for the raising of the Palestinian flag, sharing of untold stories, and performances. The day will also include informational displays and delectable Palestinian treats. |
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| Wednesday, May 14, 2008 |
Friends of Guadalupe River Park and Gardens
In oder for The Friends of Guadalupe River Park and Gardens to offer affordable summer classes for elementary school age children, they will hold their annual Window on the River Park event from 5:30 to 7:00 pm, on Wednesday, May 14th, at Axis, 38 Almaden Blvd. in downtown San Jose. Tickets are $125 and are available by visiting WWW.GRPG.ORG or calling 298-7657. |
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| Wednesday, May 14, 2008 |
Youth Teen Center
The Peninsula Interfaith Action and Youth Motivated for Action and Involvement need your voice to support a demand the Mountain View Budget include a Youth Teen Center, at 7 PM, on Wednesday, May 14th, in the basement of Saint Joseph Church, at 582 Hope Street, in Mountain View. For more details 650-465-5652. |
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| Tuesday, May 13, 2008 |
Triple Play Family Fun Days
Family fun has never been so affordable! History San Jose, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo and the San Jose Giants will hold Triple Play Family Fun Days on May 13, June 10 and July 8. For the unbelievable cost of $1 per person—excluding parking—families can enjoy all three attractions in one action-packed day that combines animals, history, gardens and baseball. View two great exhibits: Becoming American: Immigration in San Jose, and A Breath of Plein Air; see lemurs, a jaguar and Parma wallabies…as well as a playful family of meerkats; and enjoy watching the Giants take on one of their California League rivals. $1 tickets are only available at Happy Hollow. For more information, visit hhpz.org or call 408-277-4193. |
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| Tuesday, May 13, 2008 |
Winning Resumes & Interviews
The MLK Library, San Jose, is again offering a popular workshop on Winning Resumes & Interviews, from 6 to 7:45 p.m., on Tuesday, May 6th and Tuesday, May 13th, 150 East San Fernando Street, in San Jose CA 95112. Participation in both sessions of the workshop is FREE, and SIGN-Up in advance is required since space is limited. Winning Resumes & Interviews is presented by Institute of Business Performance. To sign up, please call: (408) 808-2397. |
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| Sunday, May 11, 2008 |
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
The Northside Theatre Company presents Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? from April 17th to May 11th, at the Black Box Theatre, at 848 E. William Street San Jose, CA 95116.
A bitter, aging couple, fueled by alcohol and mutual resentment, use a young couple to engage in a bloody emotional battle from which there is no going back. George and Martha's hatred toward one another is provoked by an enormous personal sadness that they have vowed to keep to themselves. In the end, the mystery in which the distressed George and Martha have taken refuge is exposed, revealing once and for all the devastating mess they have made of their lives. For more details log onto www.northsidetheatre.com or dial 408-288-7820. |
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| Sunday, May 11, 2008 |
Dragon Productions Theatre Company's The Country Club
Dragon Productions Theatre Company invites you to The Country Club, through May 11th, at its site at 535 Alma Street, in Palo Alto, CA 94301. Douglas Beane’s fork-tongued comedy, The Country Club provides an acaustic foray into the WASP nest of an exclusive Pennsylvania country club.
For more details log onto www.dragonproductions.net or 650-493-2006
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| Sunday, May 11, 2008 |
San Jose Heritage Rose Garden
Give your mother something unique, personal, and truly meaningful this Mother’s Day. Adopt a rose in the San Jose Heritage Rose Garden and present your mom with a very attractive gift package that contains potpourri made from rose petals from the Heritage Rose Garden, a chocolate truffle from Schurra’s, and a handmade bar of bee’s wax soap. We’ll package these items for you, along with a card announcing the rose adoption, in an eye-catching gift box with a festive ribbon. This special gift package is available for $50.00, inclusive of the rose adoption, which consists of a plaque with your personal message for mom installed by her rose for a full year. If you order your rose by May 1st, we will have the plaque with your special inscription made and installed in the Heritage Rose Garden by Mother’s Day. That way, Mother’s Day might include a visit to Guadalupe Gardens so she can see “her” rose! To order your rose package, visit our website at www.grpg.org or call 408-298-7657. |
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| Sunday, May 11, 2008 |
Mother's Day Concert
Los Lupeños de San José and special guests Mariachi Monumental de Juan Reyes invite you to a Mother's Day Concert, at 8 pm, on Saturday, May 10th, and at 2 pm, on Sunday, May 11th, at Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose, 95116. Amor de Madre is a special concert of music and dance that reminds us of our mothers. Amongst the varied suites dedicated to our mothers is a special flashback to the early 1950s when passion, music, and movement were one in the same.
For more details www.mhcviva.org or(408) 928-5563. |
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| Sunday, May 11, 2008 |
InnVision
Not all moms are well cared for on Mother’s Day. The mom who runs from an abusive home with children tucked in beside her is only one example of folks without a home. This mother’s day you can partner with InnVision, Silicon Valley’s leading provider of homeless services to protect and uplift homeless mothers in their quest for safe and affordable housing. This mother’s day, consider making a donation in honor of a special mom in your life and InnVision will send a beautiful card on your behalf. For more information log onto www.InnVision.org. |
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| Sunday, May 11, 2008 |
The Light in the Piazza
The Palo Alto Players present the Tony Award winning musical, The Light in the Piazza, about the love that blossoms between a young American woman and a handsome Florentine, through May 11th, at the Lucie Stern Theater, in Palo Alto. For more details log onto www.paplayers.org. |
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| Sunday, May 11, 2008 |
Latinas Contra Cancer's Mother's Day Walk
Latinas Contra Cancer invite you to take part in its 5th Annual Mother's Day Walk against Cancer, starting at 9 a-m, on Sunday, May 11th, in front of the San Jose Hall to the Mexican Heritage Plaza. For more details log onto www.LatinasContraCancer.org |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
Child Advocates of Silicon Valley
Only a few hours a week can bring hope to a child in need.
Child Advocates of Silicon Valley provides stability and hope to children that have been abused, neglected or abandoned. Volunteers serve as friends, mentors and court appointed advocates to a child in the foster care system.
Advocates(21+ years)spend one-on-one time with a child on a weekly basis and speak up for their best interest in court.
For more information about volunteering join us at an orientation session, 10:30am - 11:30 am, on Saturday, May 10th, at 531 Valley Way, Building 2, Milpitas, CA. For more orientation dates and times please visit our website at www.BeMyAdvocate.org. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
TurningWheels for Kids
Help TurningWheels for Kids a non-profit purchase bikes to distribute to underprivileged children, at 4 pm, on Saturday, May 10th, at Almaden Valley Athletic Club. A $50 donation will guarantee one of 50 spots available. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
Troop Slam: A Wrestling Show Honoring Our Veterans
You are invited to Troop Slam: A Wrestling Show Honoring Our Veterans and Troops, on Saturday, May 10th, at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara VFW Post 3982, at 1313 Franklin Street at Monroe, in Santa Clara, CA 95050
Seven Exciting, Bone-Crushing Matches.
The entire family can attend this G-Rated event. Kids, seniors, adults, youth, FAMILIES!
Current and former Veterans will be acknowledged during the show.
Tickets are $10 Adults, $5 Kids (Under 12). For more information, E-mail TroopSlam@aol.com or call 408-893-7190. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
Walk for Israel!
You are invited to Walk for Israel! on Sunday, May 11th starting at 9:30am at Shir Hadash, 20 Cherry Blossom Lane, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The walk will begin with music, dancing and the opportunity to view murals of Israel for a virtual tour of the country. It will be a pleasant, shady walk from Shir Hadash, through Vasona Park, ending at the JCC in time for the Israel at 60 Festival. Free water, sun visors and sunscreen for all participants. You can also purchase a kit with walk t-shirt, commemorative water bottle, and sling bag for $5 in advance or $6 at the event. The walk is free but please RSVP by dialing (408) 358-1751. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
2008 Vesak Celebration
Please join us in the 2008 Vesak Celebration that commemorates the birth, enlightment and passing away of Lord Buddha. The celebration will be blessed with the presence of Buddhist Sangha from Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Tibet and Vietnam. It will be held on Saturday, May 10th from 2 to 10 pm at the San Jose City Hall at 200 E. Santa Clara Street in San Jose. There will be a lot of fun activities for children and families such as game booths, face painting, arts & crafts, free vegetarian food and Asian traditional songs and dance. For more information, contact ICAN (International Children Assistance Network) at 408-509-8788. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
The Human Race
You are invited to take part in The Human Race, a 5-K & 10-K Runs and 5-K Pledge Walk, Check-In Opens at 7:00 AM and the Human Race Starts at 8:30 A.M., on Saturday, May 10th, at Charleston-Shoreline Park, at 1450 Amphitheatre Parkway, in Mountain View.
Rollerblades, strollers and scooters are welcome on the Walk!
Pledge walkers with leashed dogs will enjoy separate course.
To sign up Go to www.helponechild.org. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
E-Recyling
Join the Mountain View Job’s Daughters to help keep our environment green. Bring your obsolete computers, monitors printers and fax machines from 9 am to 4 pm, on Saturday May 10th, at the Mountain View Masonic Center located at 890 Church Street, in Mountain View.
Job’s Daughters International teaches ladies ages 10-20 years old important skills for life, such as leadership, organization, teamwork and self-reliance. Girls also learn a sense of community by participating in many philanthropic projects but it is especially known for having founded the Hearing Impaired Kid's Endowment (The HIKE Fund). The HIKE Fund provides assistive hearing devices for children in need. Regular meetings are held on the 1st Monday at 7 PM and the 3rd Saturday at 11AM at the Mountain View Masonic Center. For membership information and a current calendar of events please contact Yvette Spencer at bethel103@yahoo.com or (408) 781-0946. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
SAVE THE FREMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
YOU ARE INVITED TO SAVE THE FREMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA WITH A WINE TASTING, AN AUCTION AND MORE FUNDRAISER, ON SATURDAY, MAY 10TH, AT THE DOMINICAN SISTERS IN FREMONT. COME LISTEN TO LIVE CLASSICAL AND JAZZ MUSIC AND BID ON WONDERFUL ITEMS WHILE YOU SIP CHAMPAGNE AND STROLL THE GROUNDS. THE PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE FREMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA.
FOR MORE DETAILS LOG ONTO WWW.FREMONTSYMPHONY.ORG OR CALL 510-794-1659. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
9/11: Blueprint For Truth The Architecture of Destruction
Six and a half years after 9/11 many details remain unexplored by the general public. How and why did THREE World Trade Center buildings, #1, #2, AND #7, collapse? What were the flashes and explosions reported by over 100 first responders? What caused the molten iron “flowing like lava” found under the buildings weeks after 9/11?
Architect Richard Gage will address these issues and more in his live multi-media presentation: 9/11: Blueprint For Truth The Architecture of Destruction at 12 Noon, on Saturday, May 10th, in the San Jose State University Engineering Auditorium.
There is no charge for this event, but donations will be gladly accepted.
Don’t miss this timely and informative presentation!
For more details log onto www.ae911truth.org. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
Mail Food Drive
Every day, over fifty thousand people go without food in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties… But you can help. Second Harvest Food Bank and the U.S. Postal service have made Saturday, May Tenth a day to deliver hope. Leave a donation of food by your mailbox on Saturday, May Tenth. Your letter carrier will pick it up and Second Harvest Food Bank will deliver it to those in need. For more information, go to SECOND HARVEST FOOD DOT ORG or call 866-234-FOOD. Together, we can end local hunger. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION’S NATIONAL WALK
CHANCES ARE YOU HAVE ARTHRITIS OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO DOES. 46 MILLION AMERICANS HAVE THIS PAINFUL AND DISABLING DISEASE. TAKE STEPS—LITERALLY—TO HELP. JOIN THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION’S NATIONAL ARTHRITIS WALK ON SATURDAY, MAY 10TH AT SAN FRANCISCO’S GOLDEN GATE PARK MUSIC CONCOURSE, LIVERMORE’S LIFESTYLE RX, OR SAN JOSE’S GUADALUPE RIVER PARK. USE YOUR FEET TO RAISE BOTH AWARENESS OF ARTHRITIS AND THE FUNDS TO FIGHT IT. CALL THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION AT 800-464-6240 OR VISIT ARTHRITIS.ORG. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
Tabard Theatre Company presents PANDEMONIUM
Tabard Theatre Company presents PANDEMONIUM,a brand new take on an ancient tale! Think you know the story of Pandora’s Box? Think again! Find out what really happened in this fun new family play, where mythological characters from all over the world converge, collide and collaborate to cover up what could become a major catastrophe! Pandemonium is at the Theatre On San Pedro Square in downtown San Jose, April 25th through May 10th. Call our box office on (408) 679 2330, or see our website at www.tabardtheatre.org. |
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| Saturday, May 10, 2008 |
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Actors Theatre Center is proud to present The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas after a 20 year absence from San Jose! Featuring actors from all over the bay area, through Saturday, May 10th at The Historic Hoover Theatre. For further information go to www.theatrecenter.biz or call 408.985.5500. |
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| Friday, May 9, 2008 |
Kathy Troccoli's Live-to-Give benefit concert
Inspirational speaker and Grammy-nominated singer, Kathy Troccoli will perform at a very special Live-to-Give benefit concert and dessert for women of all ages to raise money for Teen Challenge and Finding Sophia, at 7 PM, on Friday, May 9th, at Calvary Church Los Gatos. Tickets are available for $25 at the Calvary Church office. For more information, call Aylin Justice at 408.458.1725 or visit the Calvary Church website at www.calvarylg.com. |
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| Friday, May 9, 2008 |
Sing Out for Peace and Justice – in San Jose
You are invited to Sing Out for Peace and Justice, on Friday, May 9th, at the Teamsters Hall, at 1452 North Fourth Street (north of Gish Road) in San Jose. At 6 p.m, enjoy an international dinner and at 7 p-m, see Pete Seeger's Movie: Power of Song; then stay for a sing-along of Pete Seeger favorites led by Annie & the Vets immediately following the movie.
There is ample parking and wheelchair access
For more information and reservations: San Jose Peace & Justice Center M-F noon to 5 pm 408-297-2299 or www.sanjosepeace.org.
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| Friday, May 9, 2008 |
Guadalupe River Park's Off the Wall
They say a picture is worth 1,000 words so nature must have a lot to say! Kids – enjoy an afternoon of artistic fun in the Guadalupe River Park at “Off the Wall” on Friday, May 9 from 3:30-5:00 pm. This unique class will show you how to use different media like watercolor and charcoal to recreate the beauty you find in the park. Children ages 5-10 are welcome. Cost is $10/members and $15/non-members. Register by calling (408) 298-7657 or visit www.grpg.org to learn more |
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