November 5, 2004

CALENDAR

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

MUSIC
November 13 – Saturday
The highly acclaimed vocal ensemble SoVoSó will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Almaden Adventures in the Arts concert series at Joint Venture Churches of Almaden, 6581 Camden Avenue, in San Jose. SoVoSó is a highly imaginative a cappella ensemble that sings a unique, rhythmic mix of jazz, gospel, world and R&B music, all rendered in their trademark improvisational style. Advance and will call tickets are $15 general and $8 for students. Door tickets will be $20 and $15 respectively. Child care is provided.

November 20 – December 5
Opera San Jose presents Puccini’s “Tosca”at the beautifully renovated California Theater in downtown San Jose. This opera details the tragic tale of the beautiful singer Tosca, her lover Cavaradossi and the manipulative and betraying police chief of Rome, Scarpia. Admission is $20 for preview, $60 and $80. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 437-4450, or visit www.operasj.org.

THEATER
November 6 – December 4
The West Valley Light Opera Association’s 40th Season will open with “Big River” at the Saratoga Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale, on Nov. 6 at 8 p.m. with a champagne gala. Weekend performances will continue through December 4. This tony-award winning musical is based on Mark Twain’s “The Adventures of Huckelberry Finn.” This production is directed by Becky W. Brownson. For reservations and additional information, call 268-3777 or visit www.wvlo.org.

ART
November 6 – 7
Local artists Harriet Helfricht and her studio partner Manny Magallon will host an “open studio” 11a.m. to 5p.m. at 1752 Frobisher Way, near Curtner Ave and Dumbarton. Exhibition and sales include: Pottery, Painting, Sculpture, and Crystalline glaze sinks.

MEETINGS
November 10 – Wednesday
Hospice of the Valley presents “Getting Through The Holidays,” a seminar offering emotional support and practical ideas for getting through the holiday season without your loved one. Adult members of bereaved families from the community are encouraged to attend. Seminar hours are 7 – 9 p.m. at the Campbell Community Center - Roosevelt Room, 1 West Campbell Avenue in Campbell. Donation is appreciated from Community Members. RSVP to Hospice of the Valley at 947-1233. For additional information, visit www.hospicevalley.org

Ongoing:
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
Ongoing
Evergreen Village Square (Ruby at Aborn) offers a wide variety of performing arts classes for all ages. All elementary age classes are on Saturday afternoons and run for approximately 12 weeks per session. Adult and teen 12-week acting workshops are held on Friday evenings. For more information or to enroll, call 230-7873.
The New Almaden Community Center will be hosting a weekly yoga class on Mon/Wed/Fri. at 6 a.m. and on Tues/Thurs. at 7 a.m. Attendees should bring their own yoga mats, however, there are a limited number of pads available. For more information, contact Tara at 997-9383. Class fees are $6 each or $24 per week. Classes are appropriate for both beginner and intermediate levels.
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.
South Bay Deutscher Schulverein, a Saturday German Language School, offers German language instructions at their new location at the Willow Glen Educational Park, Middle School Section, 2001 Cottle Avenue. The school offers pre-school/kindergarten through adult courses on Saturdays from 9 a.m. – noon. For more information visit www.sbds.org or call 266-5100. Please note that no information is available during weekdays at the school location.

HEALTH
Ongoing:
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
November 13 - Saturday
OWL – Older Women’s League will host Roberta Johnson, J.D. and Thomas Matola, PhD discussing their book, “Don’t Pull the Plug,” which reviews the life adjustments made after a disability, such as stroke. The discussion will be at Cypress Gardens, 3555 Judro from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, call 294-1073 or 292-1172.

November 13 – Saturday
BridgePoint at Silver Creek assisted living and alzhemier’s care community, 4855 San Felipe Road, will be holding an Open House from 1-4 pm. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, wine and door prizes in celebration of fall and the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday. For more information, contact Susanne Meier at 223-1312.

Ongoing:
SeniorNet, computer classes for adults 50 and over still has openings in the following classes: Computer Fundamentals, e-mail A-Z, Managing Your Files, Photoshop Elements, CD Burning, Word Processing 1, Windows XP, Computer Security and Finding Things and People on the Web. To enroll in any of the course openings, contact Don House at 268-1703.
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.

CHILDREN/FAMILY EVENTS
November ,11,12,14, 19 & 20
Now in it’s fourth season, the Tabard Theater has become “artists in residence” at Joint Venture, home of Almaden Adventure in the Arts, 6581 Camden Avenue, Kicking off the new season is C.S. Lewis’ beloved story, “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” This exciting tale finds new life through this exhilarating dramatization. A thrilling and magical escapade, our story begins when four young people accidentally wander through a wardrobe to discover the enchanting land of Narnia and its host of mythical creatures. This unforgettable journey spotlights chases, duels, and encounters with an evil wolf, a unicorn, and a centaur. Who will win the battle for possession of Narnia – Aslan, the majestic lion, or the oppressive White Witch? For more information, visit www.tabardtheater.org or call 979-0271.

November 6 – 7
The San Jose Reptile Show & Sale will be at Parkside Hall from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. 35 professional reptile breeders and educational groups will be on hand to answer questions and show their reptiles. Admission is $7 - $13 general, children ages 6 – 12 years are $4 each.

November 7 – Sunday
Jumpstart Girls’ Volleyball Club will hold tryouts for beginner to advanced players for competition and developmental teams. Tryouts will be held at Buchser Middle School, 1111 Bellomy Street in Santa Clara. Times are: 12 and under 10a.m. to noon; 13-14 and under, 2 – 4 p.m.; 16 – 18 and under 6 – 8 p.m. The fee is $30. For more information, visit www.jumpstartvolleyball.com or call 378-8590.

November 13 & 20
The California Theatre Center (CTC) presents The “Journey of Lewis and Clark” at the Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre, 550 East Remington Drive (just off El Camino Real), at 11 am. Come celebrate the bicentennial of the incredible journey by explorers Lewis and Clark, and their Shoshone Indian guide, Sacagawea. This is the true story of these remarkable men who navigated and named two-thirds of the North American continent, from St. Louis to the Pacific Northwest. Tickets are $11 - $12 per person. Call 245-2978 for reservations. For more information, visit www.ctcinc.org.

November 14 – Saturday
Los Mestizos Folklorico Dance Group presents “Fiesta Folklorica” for one night only at the Montgomery Theatre, at 7 p.m. Admission is $10.00 prior to the event and $15.00 on the day of the event. Experience a night full of Mexican Culture, Music and Dance as adult and child dancers perform various regional dances of Mexico. All proceeds from this event go back into the group funds to help sponsor activities and instructional lessons. For more information visit, www.losmestizos.org.

November 17 – Wednesday
The Sierra Club’s Guadalupe Regional Group will be treated to a slide presentation on the return of California Condors to Pinnacles National Monument. Photographer and local Audubon chapter director Ralph Schardt was designated official photographer for the project by Monument officials, and has captured all aspects of the project. The Guadalupe Group meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Saratoga Library, on Saratoga Ave. at Fruitvale in Saratoga. The public is welcome and refreshments will be served—bring your own cup to reduce waste!

November 20 – 21
Holy Family Educational Center, 4850 Pearl, will be hosting their annual Holiday Boutique from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. This event will feature over 50 vendors, Gingerbread House Decorating, crafts for children, and raffles. Fro more information, call 978-1355.

December 4 – 5
San Jose Youth Ballet will be presenting Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker to audiences at the Evergreen Valley Theatre in San Jose. This production features talented pre-professional dancers ages 7-18 in a charming and family- oriented production of the Nutcracker Ballet. This production is choreographed by Maggie Ferla and Xavier Ferla, co-directors of Dance Theatre International. Tickets for the performance range in price from $18.00 to $25.00 with discounts available for children, senior, and groups of 10 or more. To purchase tickets call 274-7734. Tickets can also be purchased at the door.

VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
Ongoing:
Volunteers Needed for Tax Preparation The City of San José’s, Office on Aging in conjunction with AARP Tax-Aide, the IRS and the Metropolitan Adult Education Program provides a free tax-training program that prepares volunteers to assist seniors and lower income clients with their tax returns. Training classes will be held from October 18 – December 15, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. All classes will be at the Willows Senior Center, 2175 Lincoln Avenue in San Jose. For more information, call Tracey Giglione at 277-4790.
EMQ Children and Family Services is a non-profit agency serving children struggling with severe emotional issues. EMQ is seeking adult mentors to connect with youth ages 7 – 17 for two hours per week. Training is provided. Applicants must be a licensed driver. Interested volunteers should call 335-1857 or visit www.emq.org.
Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing care to animals, has volunteer opportunities for foster caregivers for kittens and cats and for petfaire workers for our Saturday PetClub events.
For more information, visit www.safehavenanimalsanctuary.org, or contact us through volunteer@safehavenforanimals.com or call 420-7233.
Child Abuse Prevention Center is seeking volunteers to join the Volunteer Case Aide program, which assists children and their families by providing services requested by county social workers. Call (650) 595-7640 for more information.

MISCELLANEOUS
November 11 – Thursday
2004 marks Willow Glen’s Cub Scout Pack 207 49th year! Chartered by American Legion Post 318, Pack 207 is looking for alumni to march with us during San Jose’s annual Veteran’s Day parade on Nov. 11th. Please contact Julie Pelletier at 655-9621 or Julie.Pelletier@sbcglobal.net if you are interested in marching with us!

November 13 – Saturday
The Italian American Heritage Foundation is proud to present 50’s Rock ‘n Roll Night, with live entertainment provided by the popular and exciting “Mack the Knife Dance Band.” Event hours are 6 p.m., social with dinner served at 7 p.m. and dancing at 8 p.m. The cost for this event is $22.50 per person which includes a buffet diner, dance contest and Best 50’s costume contest. For more information and to make reservations please call the IAHF at 293-7122 or visit the website at: www.iahfsj.org

November 15 - 19
BridgePoint at Silver Creek, 4855 San Felipe Road, is accepting donations of canned food on behalf of Second Harvest Food Bank from November 15-19th. Please help others in need this fall by dropping off canned foods, powered milk, pasta, and other packaged items at our front lobby. For more information, contact Alice Townsend at 223-1312.

November 20 – Saturday
Soroptimist International of Silicon Valley Announces Holiday Boutique Soroptimist International of Silicon Valley, (SISV), a local chapter of a worldwide service organization whose mission is to make a difference for women and girls, will hold a fundraising “Holiday Boutique” from 9 am to 6 pm. at the Odd Fellows Hall, 276 East Campbell in downtown Campbell. The proceeds from this event will go towards numerous projects supported by SISV., including Next Door Solutions, Womens Opportuity Award and The Violet Richardson Award. The boutique will feature a wide range of products, including jewelry, fabric art, cosmetics and paper made by local artists will be available for purchase.

November 13 & 20
La Rochelle Winery, 3000 Aborn Road in San Jose, will be hosting a Candelight Dinner. Each course will be prepared by Chef de Cuisine, David Page, is paired with the appropriate La Rochelle wine. Held in the Barrel Room, this elegant eight course dinner begins at 6:30 pm with a tasting reception followed by dinner featuring Pan Roasted Loin of Lamb as the main entrée. The price is $97 per person. For more information and reservations call 274-4000.

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.