June 5, 2007

CALENDAR

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

THEATER

May 30 – June 24
San Jose Stage Company presents “Beehive”, the 60’s Girl Group Musical, created by Larry Gallagher. Directed by Rick Singleton, “Beehive” celebrates the success of the breakthrough girl groups and female solo artists who carved out a niche for themselves in the early ‘60s, creating an enduring, unforgettable sound. From the Shirelles to Dusty Springfield, the Shangri-Las to Janis Joplin, Tina Turner to Aretha Franklin, “Beehive” gives these women and their music the R-E-S-P-E-C-T they deserve. Previews of “Beehive” begin at The Stage, 490 South First Street, San Jose, on May 30-31, at 7:30 pm and on June 1, at 8 pm, with a Gala Opening on June 2, at 8 pm. Performances continue through June 24 at selected times. Tickets are $25 - $50 and may be ordered by phone at 283-7142 or online at www.sanjosestage.com.

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.

June 19 – 24
Dust off those blue suede shoes! American Musical Theater San Jose presents “All Shook Up” the national tour of the hit musical combining legendary Elvis Presley tunes with a rock and roll story. Staged at the san Jose Center for the Performing Arts, this toe-tapping tale is directed by Tony-award nominee Christopher Ashley and features Susan Anton. The lively score includes such all-time favorites as “Heartbreak Hotel,” Jailhouse Rock,” “It’s Now or Never,” and “Burning Love.” This is the final presentation of AMTSJ’s 2006-2007 season. Tickets are $13.75 - $73 and are available by calling 1-888455-7469 or 453-7108 or visit www.amtsj.org

MUSIC

June 16 - Saturday
San Jose Youth Symphony to celebrate Eastern European Tour with Bon Voyage Concert at Campbell’s Heritage Theater: This summer, the San Jose Youth Symphony (SJYS) Philharmonic Orchestra, under the artistic direction of Yair Samet, will take a selected few of the company’s elite musicians on an Eastern European Tour that will include stops in Vienna , Prague and Budapest. In celebration of this event, the Philharmonic Orchestra will perform a special Bon Voyage Concert on at the Heritage Theatre, 1 West Campbell Avenue. Selections will include Gershwin’s Strike Up The Band Overture and Rhapsody in Blue; Kenric Tam, piano, Bernstein’s Three Dance Episodes from On The Town and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4. This special one-time-only matinee concert will be at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 for reserved seating, $25 for 18 years and under. Tickets can be purchased via the San Jose Youth Symphony website at www.sjys.org, at the Campbell Heritage Theatre online at https://www.choicesecure01.net/MainApp/EventSchedule.aspx?ClientID=Heritage%20, at the Box Office, by phone with Visa, MasterCard or Discover, by fax, or by mail. For more information about ticket sales, call 866-2700 Tuesday-Friday between 9 a.m and 5:30 p.m; Saturdays between 9 a.m and 2 p.m.

CHILDREN/FAMILY

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

June 9 – Saturday
Cambrian Branch Library Book Sale ,1780 Hillsdale Ave. Sale held in the Community Room from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

June 16 - Saturday
Practice your best Scottish brogue, and come on over to the Campbell Community Center for the Highland Games. Watch the Caber Toss and other heavy athletics; listen to Celtic music as you enjoy the Highland & Scottish Country Dancers. There will also be several clans, living history and Celtic animal groups, as well as several vendors of Celtic and Scottish items including kilts and dresses, jewelry, books and music- and food! There will be plenty of Scottish and British food including fish and chips, bangers and shortbread… And did I hear haggis? Hours are 12 – 5 p.m. General tickets are $15, youth & seniors are $10 and family tickets (2 adults and up to 6 youths) are $30.

Ongoing
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.

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.

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
AARP Willow Glen - Chapter 5193. Meetings are held every fourth Monday of the month, 1 – 3 p.m. There will be speakers on senior issues and refreshments are served. Willows Senior Center, 2175 Lincoln Ave., San Jose. For more information call 448-6400.

VOLUNTEERS

Ongoing
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 

MISCELLANEOUS

May 1 – July 28
Just in time for Summer-- 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 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

June 17 - Sunday
The Divine Science Community Center, 1540 Hicks Ave. San Jose, presents "AURA and Angelic Colors" with Una White, Ph.D. from 1 – 3 p.m. Receive channeled messages and healing from your special archangels, offering gifts of peace, guidance, renewal and wholeness. Learn about the meaning and impact of aura colors on your life. Discover how Una’s loving celestially guided healing art has created miracles in the lives of thousands worldwide. Admission is $5. June 23 – Saturday

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.

Poetry Readings at Willow Glen Books, 1330 Lincoln Avenue, 7 p.m. Every Third Monday of the month.

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