June 15, 2007

CALENDAR

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

MUSIC

June 7 – 28
Metro’s Music in the Other Park concert series. Free outdoor concerts each Thursday at St. James Park (First and St. James streets in downtown) - June 14 event features The Tubes with Fee Waybill. Show time is 5:30 p.m. Food and drink are available at the show. For more information, call 279-1775 or check www.sjdowntown.com for details.

June 16 – 24
Lyric Theatre presents Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore at the Montgomery Theater: H.M.S. Pinafore, or The Lass that Loved a Sailor, is a comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert. It is one of the Savoy Operas, and the first big hit by Gilbert and Sullivan. The plot revolves around a middle-class naval captain's daughter who is in love with a lower-class foremast hand (a common sailor, well below officer rank), even though she is betrothed to the upper-class First Lord of the Admiralty, the government official in charge of the Royal Navy. As with most of the Gilbert and Sullivan operas, a surprise twist changes everything dramatically near the end of the story. Admission is $12 - $30, for more information or to order tickets, call 986-1455 or visit www.lyrictheatre.org

DANCE

June 16 - July 31
Youth Dance Company Auditions: Ladies and gentlemen ages 7 to 25 with performance experience are requested to email their resume to DTIdance@sbcglobal.net and schedule an audition by July 31. Accepted members are given a Performance Season, Choreography Opportunities, Cultural Events and Travel. Teachers and Choreographers are from national and international dance companies. www.DTIdance.com

THEATER

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. Grand Opening is celebration is June 16.

June 20 – August 29
Free Summertime Cinema in downtown: Cinema San Pedro free outdoor movies will be shown at dusk every Wednesday. Located between Santa Clara and St. John streets, the first screening is “Airplane!” Bring your chair, sit back and relax! For more information and movie schedules, call 279-1775 or visit www.sjdowntown.com

June 30 – July 4
Independence Day Red, White & Cool BBQ: Come celebrate Independence Day Weekend at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park! In addition to our great Red, White & Cool Celebration, the Park will host a special Independence Day BBQ in the patriotically themed Events Plaza from Noon - 2:00pm. Guests are encouraged to obtain wristbands immediately upon entering the Park. For more information, call 840-7100 or visit www.gilroygardens.org.

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

CLASSES

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

July 7 – Saturday
Green Challenge 07-09 Official Launch. Help “green” the San Francisco Bay Area! The Volunteer Center Silicon Valley, in partnership with Walt Disney and Point of Lights Foundation announces The Green Challenge—a three-year family volunteer program of fun, hands-on “green” projects to change habits and improve and protect the Bay Area’s environment. Several fun activities at multiple locations are planned from 9 a.m. – noon. for the launch project. To volunteer for the first Volunteer Center Silicon Valley Green Challenge official launch project on July 7, or for any future Green Challenge projects, visit GreenChallenge07-09.org or call 247-5808.

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

June 15 – 17
Showdown LAN 2007 - California’s largest LAN event, boasting 500 hardcore PC gamers will be converging in San Jose. For three packed days, gamers will be immersed in competitive tournaments, exciting prize giveaways and getting their hands-on exclusive play tests of upcoming games. Maximum PC and PC Gamer editors host a variety of workshops and educational clinics to provide expert advice on building a PC from scratch and insightful gaming tips. The event brings game enthusiasts and evangelists to San Jose’s South Hall to celebrate their passion for games and hardware. Doors open at 10 a.m. every day. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.showdownlan.com

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

June 23 – Saturday
Celebrate the Summer Solstice at the Divine Science Community Center, 1540 hicks Avenue, San Jose. This annual community gathering and fundraiser will include a group “Snake Dance” Music, Singing Crystal Bowls Meditation, Circle of Prayers and Blessings and refreshments. Friends and family are invited to this fun-filled evening. Opening ceremony and Medicine Wheel at 7 p.m. Event hours are 7 – 10 p.m. Donations requested. For more information, call 293-3838.

June 24 – Sunday
Join the Rosicrucian Order and friends for their annual Rosicrucian Day of Peace celebration held in the Rosicrucian Peace Garden, 1342 Naglee Avenue, San Jose. Julie Scott, Grand Master of the Rosicrucian Order in San Jose, will lead this year’s meditation ceremonies at 1:30 pm. This event is free to the public. The Day of Peace is recognized by Rosicrucians worldwide. For more information please visit http://www.rosicrucian.org .  

July 2 – 7
San Jose 2007 Mennonite Church USA Churchwide Convention - San Jose 2007 is the biennial gathering for Mennonite Church USA. Events and activities are planned for all ages – adult, young adult, youth, jr. youth and children. Besides the delegates gathering to tend to the business of the denomination, participants will also enjoy worship services, seminars, and late night performances. This gathering will be held at several venues: The San José McEnery Convention Center, Civic Auditorium, Parkside Hall, Montgomery Theater & South Hall. For more information, visit www.SanJose2007.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.