February 25, 2005

CALENDAR

Unless otherwise noted all phone numbers are in the 408 area code.

MUSIC
March 1 – Tuesday
The San Jose Youth Symphony Preludes and Intermezzo String Ensembles will be performing at Le Petit Trianon, the beautiful downtown San Jose landmark, located at 72 North Fifth Street from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Due to construction in the area, parking is tricky (but doable.)

March 5 – Saturday
The Brubeck Institute Sextet performs in concert at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Almaden Adventures in the Arts concert series at Joint Ventures Churches of Almaden, 6581 Camden Avenue, San Jose. Chosen from a pool of gifted high school musicians, the Brubeck Institute sextet is a cross section of the top 18 – 19 aged players from across the country. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door for adults and $8 in advance and $10 at the door for students. Childcare will be provided. For more information, call 268-0243.

DANCE
March 12 – Saturday
Join Vidhya Subramanian and Lasya Dance Company’s upcoming “Living Sculptures” performance as the group explores the mutuality between Indian sculpture and dance. Through the ages, dancers have given form to the sculptor’s imagination and sculpture has inspired dancers to achieve excellence. Living Sculptures will traverse India - paying homage to the Sun God at Konarak and the resplendent Nataraja at the Chidambaram temple, giving life to the inert Belur- Shilabalikas and Ajanta/Ellora nymphs and paving the way to Divine Love through the eroticism embodied in the immortal Khajuraho heroine. This performance will be held at the Louis B Mayer Theater in Santa Clara at 4 p.m. For ticket reservations, call 510-657-2894, or visit vidhya@lasya.org.

FILM
March 2 – 13
The 15th Annual Cinequest Film Festival returns from March 2 – 13 to San Jose with an opening night United States Premiere of Jose Roberto Torero’s romantic comedy “Manual For Love Stories,” guests will have the opportunity to mingle with filmmakers at the Gala event after party held at Paragon Restaurant and Bar in the Hotel Montgomery in downtown San Jose. Screening begins at 7 p.m. on March 2. Tickets for the screening and party are $50, tickets for the screening and awards, $10. For a complete listing of the 2005 Cinequest offerings and venues, visit www.cinequest.org.

THEATER
February 22 – March 6
American Musical Theater of San Jose presents Michael Bennet’s dazzling masterpiece “A Chorus Line” at the Center for the Performing Arts in downtown San Jose. Winner of nine Tony Award and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, “A Chorus Line” has enchanted more than six million people during its 15 year run on Broadway, and is now slated for its first-ever Broadway revival in the Fall of 2006. Follow the stories of 18 hopeful dancers auditioning for eight chorus parts in a snapshot of the fierce desires and crippling fears that performers face during the audition process. This AMTSJ performance is directed and choreographed by Kay Cole, who originated the role of “Maggie” on Broadway. Kevin Spirtas is featured as “Zach.” For tickets and information, call 888-455-show or visit www.amtsj.org.

MEETINGS
Ongoing:
The Zarathushtrian Assembly meets on the last Thursday of each month at the Campbell Community Center, One West Campbell Avenue in Campbell. The public is invited to come and learn more about the ancient religion of Zoroastrianism. All are welcome to attend this free meeting. Call 448-2742 for more information.
The Las Madres Adoptive Moms Group meets twice a month on Friday mornings for play dates and lunch.  Once per month we also have Mom’s Night Out, a family activity and a newsletter with stories written by members as well as informative articles and book reviews on adoption.  For more information, visit www.lasmadres.org
The San Pedro Squares Toastmasters Club meets every Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Denny’s Restaurant, 1001 East Capitol Epwy (near McLaughlin Rd. and Capitol Epwy); contact Kam Amin at 404-1855, or kbamin@kbamin.com for further information or check out our website at http://www.sanpedrosquares.org
Business Leads Unlimited (www.onlineblu.com/admin ) meets at 7:15 a.m. every Tuesday, at the Denny’s Restaurant on Blossom Hill Rd approximately one half mile east of Almaden Expy.
Adlib Toastmasters Club meets on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 5 - 6:45 pm and the last Tuesday of the month from Noon to 1 p.m.  All meetings take place at 5600 Cottle Rd. Bldg. 50-B1.  For more information, contact Regan Eyerman at 264-4370 or at DREyerman@earthlink.net.  Cost is $65 for a 9 month term, (amount is pro-rated). Start the year right by improving communication, presentation, leadership, listening, evaluation and thinking skills.
The Billy De Frank Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center, 938 The Alameda in San Jose, hosts a weekly “Coming Out Group,” which offers a safe space to explore different subjects. Topics include how to come out to yourself, and how to comfortably live and work as a gay or lesbian in the larger community. All groups are run by trained facilitators in a closed door meeting room. This grou newets every Wednesday from 7 – 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 293-3040 or visit www.defrank.org.
Las Madres Adoption Group is a wonderful support system for those who have gone through the adoption process and are looking to share the joys and challenges of parenting an adopted child.  We have regular play dates for newborns-5 years old and monthly “mom’s night out.” For more information, contact Barb Griswold at barbgris@aol.com or call toll free 1-877-LasMadres.  
Oakridge Century Theatres in association with Las Madres Neighborhood Playgroups presents CineMamas! A morning out to the movies for moms and their little ones. This group meets every Tuesday at 10 a.m., There are three showings to choose from, baby-safe sound levels, cheerios at the concession stand and a relaxing atmosphere with other moms who understand kids are kids! Check CineMamas.com for a weekly update on what is showing. Kids under 3 are free!
Le Tip International, a business leads networking group meets every Tuesday at 7:15 a.m. at Denny’s Restaurant, 1140 Hillsdale Aveue. For more information, call 298-9131.

CLASSES
March 1 – Tuesday
La Rochelle Winery, 3000 Aborn Road, will be offering a cooking class at 7 p.m. featuring a rustic Italian menu. This class is demonstration style and includes recipes, food sampling and wine. Reservations are required. The cost is $54 per person. For reservation or additional information, call 274-4000.

Ongoing
Fine Art Lesssons: Fine Art Classes in Watercolor, Oil and Soft Pastel with Gillian Lane Altieri, at the New Almaden Community Center, Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Beginning and intermediate classes, all skill levels are invited. $20 per lesson or $60 per month (3-4 lessons).Call 268-2990 for information and materials lists.
ACE Tennis Academy offers tennis instruction for boys and girls ages 7-17, from beginner to tournament level players. Classes are offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For more information and registration, phone 650-302-4250 or e-mail acetennis@sbcglobal.net.

HEALTH
March 4 – 6
Escape to the mountains and renew your body and spirit. Come enjoy the perfect mix of yoga, recreation, relaxation and a cozy cabin in the woods of Yosemite with the Evergreen Lodge winter Yoga Retreat Weekend. We’ve reserved the entire Lodge for this retreat which will focus on all-around life balance, including healthy eating, invigorating outdoor activities, relaxation, and of course, yoga . This Two-night package includes accommodation in the cabin of your choice, healthful meals and yoga taught by a certified instructor. Please visit http://www.evergreenlodge.com/calendar.html to view the yoga class schedule, instructor bios and the per-person package pricing for this weekend.

Ongoing:
Aasha Pediatrics, 2060 Aborn Rd., Suite 230, (behind Red Lobster) is offering free consultation on newborn care to expectant parents. Get all your questions answered toward being best prepared for the arrival of your child. For a personal appointment, call Dr. Meena Sathappan at 274-9099.
Bay Area Alzheimer’s Association now includes meetings at Kaiser Santa Teresa. Meetings are held in the San Jose Kaiser Family Health Center, Conference Room C, 3rd Floor, located at 276 International Circle. For more information call 800-660-1993.

MISCELLANEOUS
March 10 – 17
Got Cheer? Come and Join Coyote Creek Wildcats Cheerleaders Northern Conference 2004 Champions. No Cheerleading experience needed! Just lots of Enthusiasm and Smiles! Interested participants should meet at Round Table Pizza )corner of Capitol Expwy/Mclaughlin @ Gould Center) The cost is $225 per participant or a $50 deposit. Payment plans and fundraising options are available. For more information, contact Andre Hunt at 857-6699 or Lupe Barron at lbarron@mopfo.com

March 12 – Saturday
Child Advocates of Santa Clara & San Mateo Counties invites you to “The Garden of Dreams,” its 16th Annual Gala to benefit abused and neglected children throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Join guest auctioneer California State Senator Joe Simitian and an expected 500 guests for an enchanting evening of cocktails, dinner, auctions, entertainment by the Ragazzi Boys Chorus and Sangre Latina dance troupe, and dancing to the sounds of the Paul Dorr Trio. Event begins at 6 p.m. and takes place at The Fairmont, 170 S. Market Street in San Jose. Tickets are $175/person ($100 is tax-deductible). For tickets and information, call 573-5665 or visit www.cadvocates.org

HAVE AN ITEM FOR OUR CALENDAR?
We are seeking calendar items pertaining to the south bay communities we cover in our seven monthly community newspapers: Blossom Valley, Cambrian, Campbell, Evergreen, Santa Teresa, Willow Glen, Fifty Plus, and our weekly publication, Almaden Times Weekly. Items must be submitted by email or fax several weeks before the event. Send an email to candy@timesmediainc.com or fax to Candy Richter at 494-7078. Photos should be sent digitally as jpegs or mailed to Calendar, Times Newspapers, 1310 Tully Road, Ste. 107, San Jose, CA 95122. Due to the large volume of items received calendar requests left on voice mail cannot be used. Space is limited.