February 23, 2007

NEWS BRIEFS

Evergreen Fine Arts Festival in need of sponsors

Evergreen Fine Arts Festival is returning on May 26 and 27 at the Evergreen Village Plaza and is in need of sponsors. The deadline for sponsorship is March 5. To become a sponsor for this community event, please contact Dana Hale-Mounier at Pacific Fine Arts Festival at (209) 296-1195 or e-mail pfa@pacificfinearts.com.

Evergreen resident graduates from Army National
Guard basic combat training

Army National Guard Pfc. David C. Nguyen has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, Ky. During the nine-week training period, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship and bayonet training, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, armed and unarmed combat, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values. He is the son of Nancy Nguyen of Rasmus Circle in Evergreen.

Rebuilding Together accepting applications for free repair work for low income homeowners
Rebuilding Together brings together communities and volunteers to rehabilitate the homes of low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly and disabled. All work is provided at no cost to the applicant. Repair work focuses on providing warmth, safety, and independence. Safety improvements are made throughout the year and one and two-day repair projects happen each April and October. To apply, call (408) 578-9519 or download an application at www.rebuildingtogether-sv.org.

Evergreen Valley Recreational Club now accepting pool club membership applications
Evergreen Valley Recreational Club (EVRC) at 3380 Woodside Lane, San Jose is accepting membership applications. Membership cost is $375. The pool will be open daily from May 12 to Sept. 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Swim lessons are available by a licensed instructor. Applications are available at the pool entrance, or at www.evrcpool.tk or at http://www.geocities.com/evrc_email/index.html. Completed applications can be deposited at the pool mailbox or can be mailed to the pool address on the application form. For questions and more information, email evrc_email@yahoo.com or leave a voice message at (408) 327-9201.