June 17, 2005

CALENDAR

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

THEATER
June 10 – 25
Center Stage Productions presents “Inherit the Wind,” the drama that was based on the famous Scopes Monkey trial that captured the Nation’s attention and sparked the debate over Creationism vs. Darwinism. We invite you to experience this timeless classic as it comes to life on our Willow Glen stage. “Inherit The Wind’s” story and thought-provoking subject matter is as captivating today as it was when it was written over 50 years ago. The show runs 10 performances, Thursday through Sunday, at the Center for Spiritual Living at in San Jose. The talented 19-member cast is directed by Bay Area actor-turned-director, Bryan Freeman, who is enjoying his third season with Center Stage Productions. Tickets are $20, $15 and $12 and are available by calling the CSP box office at 294.1828 x 116. Group rates are available for high school students and their teachers

June 14 - 26
American Musical Theatre of San Jose Presents “Movin Out!” Five-time Grammy winner Billy Joel and legendary Director/Choreographer Twyla Tharp have joined forces to create the most spectacular new musical experience to hit Broadway in over a decade. The New York Times declares Movin’ Out a shimmering portrait of an American generation…that propels the audience into delirious ovations. Movin’ Out brings 24 Billy Joel classics to electrifying new life as it tells the story of five life-long friends over two turbulent decades. It all adds up to one unforgettable Broadway Musical. All performances will be at the Center for the Performing Arts. For tickets and additional information, call 888-455-SHOW or visit www.amtsj.org.

June 18 – 26
Lyric Theater presents Oscar Straus’s “The Chocolate Soldier” at The Montgomery Theater for a limited engagement. This production is based upon George Bernard Shaw’s “Arms and the Man”, and will mark the premiere of a new performing edition by Don Tull. With the enchanting waltz “My Hero”, catchy tunes and ensembles, this comic opera has been extremely popular in both the United Kingdom and the United States. Shaw called it “an unauthorized parody” of Arms and the Man, until he saw how popular the work became! Come join the fun! For tickets and show times, call 986-1455 or www.lyrictheatre.org Tickets are $15 - $26 each.

MUSIC
June 25 - Saturday
Enjoy a different musician, singer or artist every week at Vasona Lake County Park’s “Vasona Vibrations” Outdoor Music Series. Shows run from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and attendees should meet on the Ranger office lawn. Participants can bring a picnic dinner or enjoy the park’s concessions. For more information and lineups, call 354-2608 or visit www.southbayfolks.org/vasona. Vasona Lake County Park is located at 333 Blossom Hill Road in Los Gatos.

June 30 - Thursday
The Mormon Tabernacle Choir will be in concert at the HP Pavilion in San Jose at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at The Pavilion box office and Beehive Bookstore (377-9452) 1977 Wyrick Ave in San Jose. Tickets can also be ordered (with added charges) by phone and online at Ticketmaster.com, or by phone at 998.TIXS or 415.421.TIXS, for the concert.

July 8 – Friday
Bill Graham presents rocker Billy Idol in concert at the Civic Auditorium. Show time is 8 p.m. Tickets are $36.50. For tickets call 408-998-TIXS or www.ticketmaster.com

July 8 – Friday
Pocket Opera presents “The Magic Flute,” at The Montgomery Theater at 7:30 p.m.
Watch as the handsome young Prince is called to the rescue of the Queen of the Night’s daughter who has been mysteriously abducted – an arduous mission that takes unexpected turns which lead to unimagined perils that are surmounted to arrive at a radiant conclusion. For tickets or additional information, call 415-972-8934 or www.pocketopera.org. Admission: $30 - $32.

MEETINGS
Ongoing:
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
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 group meets 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 Avenue. For more information, call 298-9131.

CHILDREN/FAMILY
June 18 - Saturday
The Children’s Discovery Museum celebrates the joy and diversity of American music in this hands-on, ears-on exhibit created by the Boston Children¹s Museum in partnership with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Get down with different musical styles from classical to country, hip-hop to rock. Step up to the podium and lead The Boston Pops symphony, jam with cool cats in a “jazz club” or become a hip-hop DJ and play percussion on a “city street.” Front a big band or strum guitars on a country music bus tour. This fun exhibit includes video interviews with famous musicians ranging from Yo-Yo Ma to James Taylor to provide real-life stories from a musician’s life. Museum Hours: Tuesday through Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Sunday: noon 5:00 p.m. Beginning June 20 and throughout the summer: open Mondays 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

June 25 – Saturday
Discover what coyotes look like, where they live and how they survive at Santa Teresa County Park’s “Calling All Coyotes” guided moonlight hike from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Participants should meet at the Pueblo Group area and bring water, flashlights and layered clothing. Call 225-0225 for more information. Santa Teresa County Park is located at 260 Bernal Road.

HEALTH
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 or visit www.aashapediatrics.com.

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

FIFTY PLUS
Ongoing:
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.
The Geriatric Advisory Program is a service providing documented analysis, advice and resources to those caring for aging family members and is available through the Almaden Valley Counseling Service. Sliding scale fees available. 975-2988.

VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
Ongoing:
Sacred Heart Community Service needs teen or adult volunteers as well as accompanying students on weekly field trips at the Academic Summer Day Camp program. Tutors must be at least high school juniors and 16 years old. Adults and college students are welcome. High school sophomores may join with a recommendation letter from their high school principal. Camp is scheduled Monday, June 27 – Thursday, July 28 and runs from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. each weekday.  Tutors are asked to volunteer one full week or one day per week.  To sign up for an orientation, or for more information, contact the Volunteer Office at Sacred Heart Community Service: 408.278.2171 or volunteers@sacredheartcommuntiyservice.org

MISCELLANEOUS
June 23 – 25
San José McEnery Convention Center, Civic Auditorium, Montgomery Theater & Parkside Hall http://ebay.com/ebaylive/ eBay Live! is the one time every year when the entire eBay Community gets together to celebrate achievements, meet old friends and make new ones, and learn ways to be even more successful on eBay. This year we’ll be taking over the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, the Civic Auditorium, Montgomery Theater, Marriott, Hilton, plus museums, parks, and meeting rooms in surrounding areas. Whether you’re new to eBay or an experienced PowerSeller, eBay Live! is an important part of your success!

June 27 – Monday
The Tech Museum’s “Conversations with the Future” Series kicks off with a discussion from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. lead by Baroness Susan Greenfield, the first female Head of the Royal Institute and world-renowned Oxford Professor. Her discussion will be about: “Tomorrow’s People: How future technology is changing the way we think and feel.” A cocktail reception begins at 6 p.m., with the presentation running from 7 -8:30 p.m. General admission is $35, Tech member admission is $25, and student admission is $10.

July 2 – Saturday
Join Dr. Shirley Reekie at Lexington Reservoir County Park from 9 a.m. to noon as she provides free instruction on the basics of kayaking. Kayaks will be provided for participants ages 16 and older. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and everyone must be able to swim at least 100 yards. There is also a weight limit of 250 pounds. A $5 vehicle entry fee will be in effect. To register, please contact 355-2255 or kathleen.hooper@prk.sccgov.org.
Lexington Reservoir County Park is located at 17770 Alma Bridge Road in Los Gatos.

July 2 – Saturday
Humane Society Silicon Valley Patriotic Pet Day at Santana Row! 12-4 pm Dress your pet in patriotic colors & walk in our Patriotic Pet Parade! Parade starts at 2 pm. Patriotic accessories available at Mutt Store in Santana Row Park Valencia near Olin Ave. Hot weather pet tips, dog clicker training demonstrations and more!

July 9 - Saturday
Sunset Dinner - La Rochelle Winery, 3000 Aborn Road, San Jose. Join us for our last summer of gourmet fun at Aborn Road in San Jose. Each course prepared by Chef de Cuisine, David Page, is paired with the appropriate La Rochelle wine. Held on our Garden Patio this elegant six course dinner begins at 6 p.m. with a tasting reception followed by dinner at 6:30.
Price is $87.00 per person. For more information and reservations call 274.4000.

Ongoing
Campbell High Class of 1980 25th Reunion: August 6, 2005 at the Campbell Community Center.  Open to classes of 1978-1981. For more information contact Tami Gee-De Fiore at 866-1284 or www.campbellhighreunion.com
Silver Creek High Class of 1985 Reunion: October 15, 2005 at the Hilton San Jose and Towers, 300 Almaden Blvd. Contact Michelle (Madden) Corbo at zc2mom@comcast.net or Erin (Maloney) Johnson at johnson@datapathway.com for more information.
The Almaden Valley Women’s Club is currently seeking sponsors for The 29th Annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival held at Almaden Lake Park on Sunday September 25, 2005.The Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival sponsorship program enables corporations, small businesses, and individuals to support the community through the philanthropic activities of the Almaden Valley Women’s Club. Different levels of sponsorship are available. Information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival can be found at www.almadenartwinefestival.com. Interested sponsors please contact Ellen Hudson-Snyder at sponsors@almadenartwinefestival.com.

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.