May 2, 2004

CALENDAR

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

MUSIC
May 15 – Saturday
The acclaimed Oakland Interfaith Gospel Ensemble, under the direction of Terrance Kelly, will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Almaden Adventure in the Arts concert series at Joint Venture Churches of Almaden, 6581 Camden Avenue. Tickets are $15 General and $8 Students. Child care will be provided. For more information. Call 268-0243.

May 16 – Sunday
The California Youth Symphony (CYS), under the direction of Maestro Leo Eylar, will presents a special performance at the Flint Center in Cupertino, beginning at 2:30 p.m. A highlight of the May program will be the performances of the two winners of the CYS Senior Soloist Competition.  Timothy Van, 18,  of San Jose is a senior at Saint Francis High School in Mountain View.  He will perform Zigeunerweisen for violin by Pablo de Sarasate.  Yonatan (Yoni) Kahn, 17, also of San Jose is a senior at Lynbrook High School and will perform the Schoeck Concerto for Horn.  The May program will also include “The Three Cornered Hat” by De Falla and “Pictures at an Exhibition”  by Moussorgsky/Ravel.

THEATER
April 23 – May 8
Written by Samuel Taylor, “Sabrina Fair” is a sophisticated romantic comedy that explores the democracy of love. Set in Long Island, 1953, this classically crafted comedy of manners revolves around a bright young woman, her three attractive suitors and two divergent families, who grant us a glimpse into the culture of America’s aristocracy at the brink of social democracy. Performance times are Fridays at 8 p.m. and on Saturdays at 3 p.m. & 8 p.m. All Performances will be held at the Tabard Theater, 590 Shawnee Lane, San Jose. Ticket prices are Adults $15; Seniors $12; Students $10. For Ticket reservations and Information: 408-979-0231 or visit www.tabardtheatre.org.

May 8 – Saturday
The popular “Frog Prince” tale by the Grimm Brothers is about a spoiled and childish princess who promises to kiss a frog. At first she refuses to keep her promise but in time realizes the importance of honesty and honor. Her kiss breaks the spell and transforms the frog back into a handsome prince!

May 6-8 & 14-15
“The Laramie Project” by Moises Kaufman and the Teutonic Theatre Company, explores what happens to an American town when something unexpected, unconscionable and unforgivable rips it apart and thrusts it into the national media spotlight. The 1998 hate-motivated murder of Matthew Shepard, a gay 21-year-old university student, gained wide attention for its unmitigated brutality. Performances at EVC will be on Thursday May 6 and 13, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., May 7, 8, 14 & 15 the performance will be at 7:30 p.m. in the Studio Theater at Roble RD 312. For tickets and information, call 223-6778.

May 8 – June 6
The San Jose Repertory Theatre will present the West Coast premiere of Theresa Rebeck’s hilarious and engaging comedy of divorce, dating and footwear “Bad Dates” directed by SJRT Artistic Director Timothy Near and starring Broadway’s favorite, Carol Halstead. Rebeck’s play centers on a plucky New Yorker (by way of Texas) Haley (Halstead) who has spent years as a divorced mother and restaurateur. She resolves to re-enter the dating world, only to get caught up in an escalating series of dating disasters, culminating in a hysterical run-in with the Romanian mob. For tickets and additional information, call 367-7255.

May 14 – 23
Children’s Musical Theater presents its Mainstage production of ”Once on This Island”, May 14-23, at the Montgomery Theater in downtown San Jose. Based on the novel “My Love, My Love” by Rosa Guy, this production focuses on the life of Timoune, (Danelle Medeiros) an island girl whose life is spared in a deadly storm. Tucker Mulcahy is Agwe, the god of water. Directed by Kevin R. Hauge. For ticket information, contact the Box Office at 288-5437 x10, or visit www.cmtsj.org .

DANCE
May 19 – Wednesday
The Hong Kong Ballet will showcase an exclusive 7:30 p.m. performance of their new ballet “Legend of the Great Archer” in San Jose at the Center for the Performing Arts. Inspired by the classic Chinese folk tale, this original full-length ballet tells the story of the Archer God who was sent to Earth to help the Emperor extinguish the ten suns that were scorching the land. The performance sizzles with passion, jealousy, intrigue, and murder in a tragic tale of love and betrayal. This ballet was created by Hong Kong Ballet’s Artistic Director Stephen Jefferies to celebrate the Hong Kong Ballet’s 25th anniversary. It features an original score by award-winning composer Kuan Nai-chung and innovative multimedia stage effects.

ART
May – September
Art appreciation is on the move again in downtown San Jose! The San Jose Museum of Art commences its 2004 season of Art in Public Places Walking Tours. Beginning Monday, April 19, these free, 45-minute tours offer the local public an enjoyable lunch hour outdoors, or the opportunity for out-of-town art lovers to discover what San Jose has to offer. As the Museum itself is closed on Mondays, the Tours provide an excellent art-intensive alternative for both the general public and art enthusiasts alike. In spring and summer, San Jose Museum of Art docents lead tours of four different downtown art walks. All tours meet at the entrance to the Museum, in Fairmont Plaza. The four tours are offered on a rotating basis and run from April 19 through September 27, 2004. Please note: rain cancels tours and no tours are given on Memorial Day (May 31), July 5, or Labor Day (September 6). For 24 hr. information, call 294-2787 or visit www.SanJoseMuseumofArt.org.

CLASSES
June 1 – August 8
Summer Swim Team at Willow Glen Middle School. Open to students aged 6 – 18, at all ability levels. For more information, contact Osprey Aquatics at 268-4389.

June 21 – July 23
Price Middle School announces the Cambrian Summer Music Program for students entering grades 5 – 10. Classes include Percussion, Band, Jazz Band, and Choir. Hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except July 4). For more information contact Baranyj@ cambrian.k12.ca.us.

MEETINGS
May 9 – Sunday
All interested folks are invited to the meetings of the South Bay Astrological Society, second Sundays at 1:30 PM, at Divine Science Community Center, 1540 Hicks Ave. (between Hamilton and Minnesota) in San Jose. This month’s meeting will be held on May 9. Our speaker will be astrologer Duncan Nanney, and the topic will be “Pluto: the last card to play.” Admission $10 non-members, $5 members. Refreshments are served. For more information call 395-7082 or visit www.astrology club.org.

May 15 – Saturday
The Coyote Valley Specific Plan will be holding a Task Force & Community Workshop #2 to discuss land use and urban concepts for the Coyote Valley area at the Southside Community Center, 5585 Cottle Road, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Refreshments will be provided. RSVP by May 7th to Sal Yakubu or Susan Walsh at 277-4576. Background materials are available at http://www.sanjoseca.gov/coyotevalley.

Ongoing:
Adelante Toastmasters meets each Tuesday at 7:15 – 8:30 a.m. at Hick’ry Pit Restaurant, 980 E Campbell Ave, (across from the Pruneyard), Campbell. For more information call Mary at 979-9499 or visit http://adelante.tripod.com/.
Le Tip San Jose/Willow Glen Chapter meets every Tuesday at 7 a.m. at Denny’s on 1140 Hillsdale Ave. San Jose. Call Dr. Manfred, 568-9900 to become part of a successful business network.
Business Leads Unlimited meets every Tuesday at 7:15 a.m. at Denny’s 1015 Blossom Hill Road. Please contact Richard at 378-2225 if you plan to attend.
South Valley Chapter of Leads Business Networking Group meets for lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Call or email Renee to get location details. 210-7361 or rdaggett@adminbooks.com
The San Jose Widows and Widowers Social Club meets every Wednesday at 9 a.m. for breakfast at Coco’s Restaurant, 330 East Hamilton Avenue in Campbell. For more information, call 275-6178 or 269-7126.
American Business Women’s Association Changing Times Chapter meets at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 2885 Lakeside Drive, Santa Clara. Program and dinner are $25 and reservations are required. For meeting times and additional information contact Bonnie George-Orsley 221-6606.
Search-Finders is a non-profit volunteer search and support organization comprised of adult adoptees, birth parents and adoptive parents searching for relatives or lost loved ones. It meets every second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at Pro Image Studios, 1856 Camden Avenue, San Jose. 356-6711.
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.  

HEALTH
Ongoing:
Bay Area Alzheimer’s Association now includes meetings at Kaiser Hospital, Santa Teresa Kaiser, Bldg. 3, Conference rm. 2 5755 Cottle Road. For more information call 800-660-1993
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.

FIFTY PLUS
May 10 - Monday
Fifty Plus Lecture Series held at the AVAC Poolside Café at 8 p.m. Our topic for May will be “Wellness Through Understanding Overweight, Diabetes, Hypertension.”

May 12 - Wednesday
Feng Shui Workshop Lecture Series beginning at 2 p.m. in the AVAC Aerobics Room. Our Keynote Speaker will be Consultant, Trainer, and Author, Linda Lenore speaking to members and guests about this 4000 year old philosophy/science/art This discussion will examine the relationship between people and their lives and their environment. Please join us in welcoming Linda.

May 15 - Saturday
Los Alamitos Creek Trail Walk. Meet Mary Ann at Greystone Lane at 8:15 a.m. to walk toward Almaden Lake. All levels of ability are welcome. After the walk we’ll go to a nearby coffee shop for a bit of rest and relaxation. Bring water and a friend.

May 26 - Wednesday
BridgePoint at Silver Creek, an independent, assisted living, and Alzheimer’s care community, will be a local host for the 11th Annual National Senior Health and Fitness Day, held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This offers seniors an opportunity to make or renew a commitment to physical fitness and smart health choices. Our theme this year is “Crossing the Bridge to Good Health”. BridgePoint will be hosting several fun activities throughout the day for persons of all physical abilities, from free health screenings, tips for healthy eating, and our first annual Silver Creek walk. Prizes will be awarded to participants who successfully complete various exercise challenges, and refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Susanne Meier at 408-223-1312.

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.
Catholic Charities’ Foster Grandparent Program is looking for persons over age 60 who are willing to give love and attention to children with special needs in the community. Participants must be on a limited retirement income to qualify, be in good physical health and be able to work four hours a day, five days a week. Foster grandparents receive a small non-taxable stipend and other benefits. Contact Susan Alberto at 325-5206.
The Computer Connection - classes for seniors over 50. SeniorNet computer classes for adults 50 and over will hold registration Saturday, May 15 at all 3 SeniorNet centers in San Jose. The Almaden registration site has been changed to the Almaden Hills United Methodist Church, 1200 Blossom Hill Road in the Fellowship Hall at 1:30 p.m. for intermediate students and at 3:00 p.m. for beginning students. All Almaden classes will be held at the Vineland Branch Public Library on 1540 Blossom Hill Road. The other SeniorNet sites are Willow Senior Center at 2175 Lincoln Avenue and Cypress Senior Center, 403 S. Cypress Ave. in San Jose. Call Don House at 268-1703 for more information.
Senior Adults Legal Assistance program at Eastside Neighborhood Center of Catholic Charities, 2150 Alum Rock Ave. handles cases in Legal Assistance, Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Medicare. First and third Thurs. of each month (60 years or older – free). By appointment only at 251-0215.
Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) is offered free to assist the elderly with Medicare problems and help with Health Insurance. Eastside Neighborhood Center of Catholic Charities, 2150 Alum Rock Ave. Call 251-0215 for more information.
Fifty Plus Gentle Yoga Class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 7:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. at St. Francis Church at the corner of Pine and Newport in Willow Glen. Everyone is welcome, no yoga experience is necessary, no pretzel poses! This class is perfect for increasing flexibility, building strength, and reducing injuries. For more information call Yoga Instructor Arika Larson at 947-7685.
San Jose Widows/Widowers Social Club meets every first Thursday at 6:30 p.m. for bingo, and every third Thursday for potluck dinner. Meetings are held at Calvin Presbyterian Church on the corner of Meridian and Fruitdale. For further information call 269-7126 or 275-6178.
TGA (To Get Acquainted) is a Senior Tuesday Night Ballroom Dancing Club that meets every Tuesday from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Senior Center, corner of Fremont and Monroe, Santa Clara. Dance lessons are included with paid admission from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Live Band $4 - DJ $3. Refreshments, no partners needed.
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:
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.
Welcome Wagon #3 is a non-profit, diverse group of volunteers dedicated to charity, community and each other. Welcome Wagon offers 15+ activity groups of various interests for our members to enjoy. Twice yearly WW hosts charity events to raise funds, giving back to the community. WW #3 meets as a whole on the third Wednesday of each month for luncheons and programs to various restaurants in the area. New members are always welcome! For additional information, call or new member hotline at 445-7015. Ask for president Glenda or membership chairs Beverly or Barbara.
Child Advocates of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties is looking for volunteers to mentor and speak up for abused and neglected children/youth who have been placed in the foster care system. To find out how you can make a difference in the life of a child, call (408) 416-0400 or e-mail info@cadvocates.org.
The Restorative Justice Program is currently seeking community members who enjoy working with youth and wish to reduce juvenile crime and violence by becoming a NAB member. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact Rosalinda Lara at (408) 929-1080 ext. 326.
Sacred Heart Community Service needs volunteers to assist in our Self-Sufficiency Programs, including Youth and Adult Education, JobLink and Embracing Families. Bilingual volunteers are especially needed. For more information contact the Volunteer Office at 278-2171 or visit www.sacredheartcommunityservice.org.
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
May 7 – Friday
The Downtown Farmers’ Market will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday from May 7 through December 17 in San Pedro Square. This is the Market’s 12th season. For more information, visit www.sjdowntown.com or call 279-1775.

May 8 – Saturday
May is Veteran’s Appreciation Month! Join the Veterans Employment Committee of Santa Clara County for their 5th Annual Walk-A-Thon at Lake Cunningham, 2305 White Road. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. walks commence every 30 minutes with the last start time at 1:30 p.m. All donations will go towards funding the Bill Estes Memorial Veteran Scholarship Fund and the Ron Corbal Youth Scholarship. Prizes will be awarded to participants bringing in the most pledges. For more information, contact Linda Morgan at 928-3814 or visit vecsamnet.org.

May 8 – Saturday
Dads and grandparents - help your kids and grandkids show appreciation for Mom! The Friends of Guadalupe River Park & Gardens will be using dried petals from the Heritage Rose Garden to create Mother’s Day cards. There will also be a chance to take a tour of the rose garden and pick a special rose (from the over 3500 varieties!) to take home to Mom. The workshop runs from 9:30 a.m. to noon, and is designed for children two years of age and older. This event will be held at the Guadalupe Garden Center, located at 715 Spring Street in San Jose. The fee is $5, and all children must be accompanied by an adult For more information please visit www.grpg.org or contact Kary Wilson, the Education Coordinator, at education@grpg.org or 298-7657.

May 10, 17, 24
Star viewing at EVC’s Montgomery Hill Observatory. Come gaze at the evening sky from 9:30 – 10:30 p.m. at the new Montgomery Hill Observatory at Evergreen Valley College. Recommended for ages 10 and older. For reservations, please call (408) 270-6490 before 6:00 pm. The events will be cancelled if it’s raining or clouds cover most of the sky. 

May 15 - Saturday
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo celebrates International Migratory Bird Month with “The Big Journey” from 12 – 4 p.m. Come celebrate our feathered friends and their magnificent annual journeys. Family activities include: Birds of prey show, the “Earth Balloon” a unique opportunity to climb inside the Earth and see our home from the inside out, crafts and a scavenger hunt. This event is included with the regular admission of $5.50. For more information, please call 277-4193. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo is located inside Kelley Park at 1300 Senter Road.

May 16 – Sunday
The Italian American Heritage Foundation presents the 2004 IAHF Film Festa. This year’s selection will be “Ciao America” an independent production by two brothers from Boston; director Frank Ciota and writer Joseph Ciota. Shot entirely in Italy, Ciao America is the story of Lorenzo Primavera, an unsettled Italian American college graduate who travels to Italy to coach an Italian team in Italy’s fledgling American Football league. While coaching, Lorenzo meets and falls in love with Paola Angelini, thus forcing him to face the same decision his immigrant grandfather faced some 70 years earlier, should I stay or should I go? The film shows at 2 p.m. After the film, the IAHF Cultural Center will host a social gathering at 4 p.m. followed by dinner from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. After dinner, will be a lecture by author Marco Zecchin starting at 5:30 p.m.. His recent book, “The Spirit of Northern Italy” is a photographic journal of his voyage to Italy. For more information and to make reservations contact the IAHF at 293-7122.

May 21 - 23
St. John Vianney Annual Fiesta 2004 will be a must-see event for the entire family! Come and experience our great food, carnival rides, game booths & live entertainment at 4600 Hyland Avenue. Admission is free! Event hours are 5 – 11 p.m. on May 21, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on May 22, and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on May 23. Partake in out famous Sunday chicken BBQ (Adults $6.50, Children $3.50). For more information visit www.sjvsj.org.

May 22 – Saturday
Blackford Elementary School, 1970 Willow Street In San Jose will be hosting a Multicultural Festival from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. This event will feature 20 -25 craft activities, music entertainment, food and a parade. Activities are $1 each, tickets will be sold at the door. All procedes from this event will benefit school programs, including funding a Librarian.

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.