June 1, 2007

CALENDAR

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

MUSIC

June 3 – Monday
The renowned El Camino Youth Symphony, directed by Dr. Camilla Kolchinsky, performs works by Shosakovich, Saint-Saens and DeFalla at the California Theatre. This performance Features soloists Jennifer Choi, cello, and David Woo, clarinet. Time is 7:30 p.m. admission is $5 - $10. For more information, call 650-327-2611 or visit www.ecys.org

THEATER

May 12 – June 10
San Jose Rep brings the 2007 Pulitzer® Prize Winner for Drama, “Rabbit Hole”, to Bay Area audiences, Showing May 12 - June 10, David Lindsay-Abaire’s 2006 Tony® Award nominated play is teeming with wit, compassion and honesty. Becca and Howie have everything a family could want until fate shatters the balance and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. “Rabbit Hole” chronicles the family’s bittersweet, rich and often funny journey through grief. But it is most of all a story of hope, reminding us of the power of the human spirit to heal and get back to the business of living. “Rabbit Hole” is directed by Kirsten Brandt, resident director at San Jose Rep. San Jose Repertory Theatre is located at 101 Paseo de San Antonio. Tickets are available at the San Jose Rep Box Office or can be purchased online at www.SJRep.com or by calling 367-7255.

May 31 - July 26
California Theatre Center (CTC) presents “The Woman in Black,” returning to Sunnyvale by popular demand is of one of CTC’s greatest hits! A thrilling, edge-of-your seat ghost story! Performances are May 31 (Preview), June 1 (Opening) and selected dates through July 26. All performances are held at the Sunnyvale Theatre at the Sunnyvale Community Center, 550 East Remington Drive, just off El Camino Real in Sunnyvale. Single Tickets are priced from $18 - $25. Season subscriptions, range from $40 to $65. Discounts are available for Students and Seniors and Group Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. For tickets and more information, call the CTC Summer Rep Box Office at 408-720-0873, or visit us online at www.ctcinc.org.

June 8 – July 27
California Theatre Center (CTC) presents “They're Playing Our Song”. This Broadway hit musical by Neil Simon, Marvin Hamlisch and Carol Bayer Sager is based on the real-life relationship of songwriters Hamlisch and Sager. Composer Vernon who is in need of a new lyricist, meets kooky, incurable romantic Sonia, and they dislike each other at first sight. Clearly the match is not one made in heaven! The two undergo a series of trials and overcome a number of hurdles before finding true love by the final curtain. Performances are June 7 (Preview), 8 (Opening), with various dates continuing through July 27. Matinees performances are also available. Single tickets are $18 – 25 each with season subscription, senior, and group discounts available. For tickets and more information, call the CTC Summer Rep Box Office at 408-720-0873, or visit us online at www.ctcinc.org.

CHILDREN/FAMILY

June 2 – November 17
The new Santa Teresa Farmers’ Market is opening at the Kaiser Permanente facility in San Jose at the corner of Santa Teresa Blvd and Camino Verde. It will run every Saturday from 9am to 1pm through November 17, so bring the whole family down for food and fun.

June – August
Escape to another world right in San José as History San José and Happy Hollow Park & Zoo partner to offer low-cost access to two of San Jose’s most significant attractions---all inside Kelley Park. On the second Tuesday of June, July and August, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., combined admission to all of Kelley Park is only $1.00 per person--- which includes Happy Hollow Park & Zoo and History Park. While at Kelley Park you can also visit the Japanese Friendship Garden, which is free and open daily year round.   This summertime outing offers families a chance to combine animals, history and gardens, all in one place:  Kelley Park in San José. Regular parking fees still apply. For more information, call 287-2290 or visit www.historysanjose.org

Ongoing
Youth Science Institute is taking registrations now for their Summer Science Camps! Designed for children ages 3 ½ to 14, there are over 35 camps to choose from. Camps include Bugology, Mighty Forest, Science Sleuths and Wild Wonders, just to name a few. Children enjoy the wonders of science and the natural world with hands-on projects, experiments, crafts, hikes and games. Camp fees range from $130 to $205 per week. Camps start the week of June 18th and run through August 17th at each of YSI’s Science and Nature Centers, located at Alum Rock Park in San Jose, Sanborn Park in Saratoga and Vasona Park in Los Gatos. Scholarships are available at the YSI Centers in Alum Rock and Sanborn. Classes fill up quickly, so call 356-4945 today for more information or to register.
Summer is the time for California Theatre Center’s exciting and educational Summer Theatre Conservatory Program. Based in Sunnyvale, California Theatre Center (CTC) has offered its hands-on theatre Conservatories for ages 8 and up for over twenty years. By popular demand CTC now offers 2-week-long, half-day/ morning Junior Conservatories for ages 6-8. Registrations are currently being accepted at 245-2979. CTC’s regular Summer Conservatory is a three-week-long intensive workshop for young people ages 8 and up (must turn 8 by July 1, 2007) who are interested in developing and improving theatre skills. Conservatory students will work directly under the supervision of professional CTC company members to produce and act in their own production, culminating in public performances at the end of their Conservatory session. Conservatories are held from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm five days a week at a number of locations throughout the South Bay including San Jose, Sunnyvale, Saratoga and Los Altos. For more information about CTC Summer Conservatory dates and locations visit our web site at www.ctcinc.org. To register your child, call 408-245-2979.

CLASSES

June 9 – Saturday
Join the Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County and Friends of Guadalupe River Park & Gardens for a Container Gardening Workshop using succulents. Bring your own unusual treasures to use for containers and you’ll be inspired to learn how almost anything can be used for a container garden. There will be ready made examples to get your creative juices flowing. We’ll provide the supplies and you’ll go home with your own creation. Session hours are 1:30 – 3 p.m. and will meet at the GRP & G Visitor & Education Center, 438 Coleman Avenue. Cost is $10 /members, $15 non-members. Space is limited. For reservations, contact education@grpg.org or 408-298-7657. Refunds for events will only be made if the event is cancelled or if there is a waiting list. For more information visit www.grpg.org or call 408-298-7657.

June 14 – July 19
Yoga in the Park- Friends of Guadalupe River Park & Gardens presents this gentle introduction to yoga led by instructor Kristin Strellis. This course is designed to improve your flexibility, balance and relaxation. All necessary equipment will be provided for your use. Please dress in comfortable clothing and be ready to stretch and relax. This class will be taught outside on the grass. Sessions are held Thursdays from 6:15 – 7 p.m. Cost is $30 for GRPG members and $35 for non-members. Pre-registration is required and participants must be 18 years of age or older. All classes will begin at the Guadalupe River Park and Gardens Visitor & Education Center, 438 Coleman Avenue in San Jose. For more information and to register, visit www.grpg.org, e-mail education@grpg.org, or call 408-298-7657.

June 23 – July 14
Strength Training on the Guadalupe River Park Trail - Learn safe muscle toning and strength building exercises using fitness bands and park features. Instructor Kristin Strellis welcomes all levels of fitness. You will be provided with a fitness band to keep. Session times are Saturdays from 8:30 – 9:15 a.m. The cost is $30 fro GRPG members and $35 for non-members. Pre-registration is required and participants must be 18 years of age or older. All classes will begin at the Guadalupe River Park and Gardens Visitor & Education Center, 438 Coleman Avenue in San Jose. For more information and to register, visit www.grpg.org, e-mail education@grpg.org, or call 408-298-7657.

FIFTY PLUS

Ongoing
Attention recently retired or semi retired men! Sons in retirement (SIRS) meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Elks Club, 444 West Alma in San Jose for lunch. Join us for good food, great speakers and the chance to meet new friends. SIRS has many activities including bowling, golf computer clubs. SIRS has no initiation fees or dues. If you are interested come to one of the Branch 94 luncheons or call Ron Bianco at 267-0386
The Evergreen Community Center, 4860 San Felipe Road in San Jose offers a variety of classes and special monthly events, as well as a Senior Nutrition Program. The Nutrition Program serves a delicious and well-balanced meal to seniors 60 and over every Monday – Friday at noon. The suggested donation is $2 per person. To make reservations at least one day in advance, but not more than two weeks in advance, call 270-1244. For more information of the Evergreen Community Center programs, call 270-2220.

Eastside Neighborhood Center of Catholic Charities, 2150 Alum Rock Avenue in San Jose offers a variety of activities and services for seniors on an ongoing basis. These include Bingo, Free legal assistance, Senior club dancing, Senior Care Advocacy, Nutrition Programs, Nurse Screenings, Free Insurance Screenings, and more. Call for times and appointments. 251-0215.

The San Jose Widow/Widowers Club meets at 12:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month for lunch at the Cup & Saucer Restaurant, 1375 Blossom Hill Road in Princeton Plaza. They also meet for breakfast every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at Goodies Coffee Shop on the corner of Bascom and Apricot in Campbell. Call 408-275-6178 or 408-292-3406 for information.

AARP Information Center needs volunteers to staff their office. Duties include helping seniors find various services and programs, and providing information on senior needs. The office is located at 840 Willow Street, Suite 300, at the corner of Bird and Willow Streets on bus route #25. The hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 278-1855.

VOLUNTEERS

History San José is recruiting volunteers and docents. Join the HSJ corps of dedicated volunteers who share the love of history and the love of a pastoral setting. Volunteers receive training of their choice of categories:  school programs, historic building interpretations, archives, photography and object collections; retail store and café; gardening, special events and more. During the summer docents welcome visitors to the historic buildings at History Park weekdays as well as weekends, bringing history alive.  Specific historic buildings are open on a variable schedule throughout the summer. Interested volunteers should contact Barbara Johnston at bjohnston@historysanjose.org or 918-1047. History Park is open Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 5 pm. For the daily schedule check www.historysanjose.org 

Do you have a passion for helping others? Kaiser Permanente San Jose is looking for friendly, outgoing individuals to greet and assist patients. Learn new skills, make new friends, and take pride in knowing you're providing a community service and making a difference in someone's day. Day, evening, and weekend opportunities available for those 18 and over. Call 408-972-6233 or www.kpsanjose.org

MISCELLANEOUS

May 1 – July 28
Just in time for Spring-- a new exhibit, "A Garden of Lace" at the Sunnyvale Lace Museum.  The exhibit will run May 1 through July 28.  The free exhibit features lace with intricate floral designs from the 1800's forward. Flowers have been a favorite subject for needlework designers for hundreds of years.  This special exhibit features lace edged dresses, shawls, collars, bonnets, doilies, table cloths and bedspreads. The Lace Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and located at 552 South Murphy Avenue in Sunnyvale, CA with free parking.

June 2 - 3
Super-Con 2007 at South Hall The South Bay’s center for everything comic book related – the best creators to provide autographs and sketches, panels to answer all your questions and an amazing array of dealers to fill those back issue needs – they will all be here, and more, at Super-Con 2007. Doors open at 10 a.m. Admission is $15. For more information, visit www.super-con.com

June 3 – Sunday
Unique Lives presents Cherie Booth-Blair at the Center for the Performing Arts. Standing with her husband, Prime Minister Tony Blair, through Downing Street’s darkest days since World War II, Cherie’s enormous strength has proven her to be an extraordinary British First Lady. Event time is 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 1-877-882-8124 or visit www.uniquelives.com

June 5 – Tuesday
Share your lunch on National Hunger Awareness Day  – Join Second Harvest Food Bank from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Circle of Palms next to the Fairmont Hotel in Downtown San Jose for their “Share Your Lunch” event. Make a $10 donation to Second Harvest and receive a sumptuous plate of paella and a drink. Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme catering is donating the lunch so all funds collected go directly to Second Harvest who will use the money to help feed children this summer. Seating and musical entertainment will be provided. For more information, visit www.shareyourlunch.net or call 1-866-234-3663.  

June 5 – Tuesday
Tom Wootton, author of "The Bipolar Advantage" will be giving an educational talk from 6 – 7:30 p.m. about living with bipolar or depression. The talk is free and open to the public, and is especially of interest to those with bipolar, their friends and family, therapists, mental health professionals, and emergency personnel. This event is sponsored by DBSA California a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and will be held at the Rose Garden Branch Library, 1580 Naglee Ave. in San Jose. For more information visit www.bipolaradvantage.com or call (877) 231-HOPE(4673).

June 7 – Thursday
Community Meetings on San José's Recycle Plus Curbside Service Changes: Several community meetings held throughout the area in June will help prepare San José residents for transition to new garbage and recycling haulers starting the week of July 2.  Two-thirds of San José's single-family households will experience some changes as the new program takes effect.  Collection days will stay the same, but time of day may change. Patience may be required the first few weeks of transition as the new drivers learn new routes and new trucks.  A white truck (Garden City Sanitation) will collect garbage and a grey truck (California Waste Solutions) will collect recycling. GreenWaste Recovery will expand its yard trimmings collection and street sweeping services to citywide coverage. To learn more, plan to attend the meeting held at the Evergreen Library, 2635 Aborn Road from 7 – 8 p.m. If you would like additional information, contact Carolina Camarena at  carolina.camarena@sanjoseca.gov or 975-2551.

June 9 – Saturday
Tired of your deep folds and wrinkles? Join Clarity Medical Spa for a free Radiesse Beauty Brunch at 10:30 a.m.  This seminar will feature Radiesse, the next generation dermal filler that has recently received FDA approval. Radiesse lasts longer than that former leading filler. Also, it stimulates your skin to make new collagen. Special discounts for attendees include $100 off any syringe. The most common areas treated are nasolabial folds (the "parentheses" lines from the nose to the edge of the mouth), marionette lines (line that extend downward from the edge of the mouth) Exclusive discounts, raffle prizes. Space is limited. RSVP required to 408.270.3877 or email: info@claritymedicalspa.com. Clarity, a physican-owned medical spa, is located at 3005 Silver Creek Rd. #158.

June 15 – Friday
The Santa Clara County Division, of the California Retired Teachers Association, will meet for luncheon at the Three Flames restaurant, 1547 Meridian Avenue, at 11:30 a.m. Join us for good food, installation of our 2007 - 2008 officers, and awarding of scholarships to four future teachers. Please call Roger Evans (294-8346) for reservations.

June 16 - Saturday
Humane Society Silicon Valley Pet Adoption Fair - Adorable kittens, cats, dogs, rabbits and more! All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, health and behavior tested. Fun and refreshments for the whole family! Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Humane Society Silicon Valley, 2530 Lafayette St., Santa Clara. Call 727-3383 ext. 882 or visit www.hssv.org

Ongoing
September 1 – Saturday
Saratoga High School Class of 1987 is having their 20th Reunion at the California Café in Los Gatos.  For more information on this and other activities planned for the weekend please contact Jeni Pickard at jpickard2@cox.net or visit the official website at http://shs87reunion.com/

September 15 - Saturday
Leland High School Class of 1987 20th Reunion - held at 7 p.m. at the Hotel Montgomery, 211 South First Street in San Jose. For hotel reservations call 1-866-823-0530. See www.classmates.com for more information, or contact Cynthia Bradley @ cwatt12@yahoo.com Other weekend activities also planned.

September 15 – Saturday
Silver Creek High School Class of 1997 10 Year Reunion will be held at 6:30 pm at Agenda Lounge in downtown San Jose at 399 S. First Street . For more information, please visit http://silvercreek97.myevent.com/ or send correspondence to silvercreek97@gmail.com.

September 22 – Saturday
Leigh High School Class of 1987 20th Reunion.  It will be held at the Hyatt Santa Clara.  You can register online at www.nationalreunions.com or shanicrosby@msn.com.  Other weekend activities are planned.

October 2007
Abraham Lincoln High School Class of 1967 – 68 40-year Reunion. Contact organizers Debbie (Brown) Rocha at pazrocha@aol.com or Sue (Correia) Dini at tapcrazysue@yahoo.com for more information.

The Ranch Golf Club Restaurant hosts Friday Night Dinners from 5 – 9 p.m. The Dinners are a la carte and reservations are recommended. For more information, call Kathrine Moss at 531-3047.

The Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center hosts Women’s Movie Night every third Thursday of the month. The evening starts with socializing at 6 p.m. followed by the movie at 7p.m. Contact the DeFrank Center at 293-3040 for more information.

San Jose Flycasters meet the second Wednesday of the month at Senior Citizens Center - NE corner of Payne Avenue and Saratoga Avenue intersection in San Jose. All meetings are free and open to the public. For more information, call Jim at 278-7077; online: www.flycasters.org.

Humane Society Silicon Valley Companion Animal Loss Support Group Meetings are the first Tuesday of each month, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 2530 Lafayette St., Santa Clara. For more information, call 450-1800 or visit: www.hssv.org and click on Services and then Pet Loss. Meetings are free and open to the public.
The Hearing Loss Association of Silicon Valley meets on the third Wednesday of each month (except July and August) at the Moose Lodge, 1580 Hamilton Avenue in San Jose. Meetings begin at 12:30 p.m. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 229-1041 or visit www.hearingloss.org.

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, and our weekly publication, Almaden Times Weekly. Items must be submitted by e-mail 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 Rd., Suite 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.