Art Galleries

'Are We There Yet?'
Paintings by Bay Area artist Suej McCall. Runs through Jan. 27 at Gallery 9 Los Altos. Exhibit features watercolors inspired by images the artist encounters while traveling. Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat., 11-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m. Visit www.gallery9losaltos.com. Gallery 9, 143 Main St., Los Altos

Ford, Hill: 'A Farewell Exhibit'
Watercolor and pastel artists Terri Hill and Terri Ford unite for a farewell exhibit at Viewpoints Gallery for the month of January. Reception: Jan 12, 2-5 p.m. at the gallery. Gallery closes at 3 p.m. Sundays. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Call 650-941-5789 or visit www.viewpointsgallery.com. Viewpoints Gallery, 315 State St., Los Altos

Once In A Lifetime
A gallery by Paige K. Parsons, "Once In A Lifetime," a retrospective of 7 years of concert photography will show a t Keeble & Shuchat Gallery 290 S. California Avenue, Palo Alto. The artist reception will be Jan. 19 from 3-5 p.m. The gallery shows through Feb. 13, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Call 650-327-8996 or visit kspphoto.com/gallery.html. Keeble & Shuchat Gallery, 290 S. California Ave., Palo Alto

Classes/Workshops

'Magic Through the Lens'
In this class on digital photography, students will learn to shoot photos and adjust images using Lightroom, as well as use consumer or professional printing and framing services. Tuesdays (with one Saturday-morning field shoot), 7-10 p.m. $145. For more information, call Rebecca Sanders at 650-494-8686, extension 11 or email becky@midpenmedia.org or visit midpenmedia.org. Media Center, 900 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto

Creative Writing Life Stories
In this workshop attendees create a written record of their familys' oral stories for future generations and review personal history to gain new understanding of life experiences. Call instructor Sheila Dunec at 650-565-8087 before registering. Tuesdays, Jan. 8-March 12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $150. For more information, call Judith Webb at 650-289-5436 or email jwebb@avenidas.org or visit avenida.org. Avenidas, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto

Feldenkrais
Little house is offering feldenkrais classes to improve balance, flexibility and brain function. Exercises are on the floor so bring a towel or mat to lie on. Fridays, year-round. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. $40 members/ $45 nonmembers. For more information, call Deborah at 650-679-8113 or email dmdutton_assoc@yahoo.com or visit www.Umovebetter.com. Little House, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park

Impressionist Style Painting
Attendees learn color theory, value concept, composition, modern art history, technique and limited pallet method. Tuesdays, Jan. 15-March 5, 1-3:30 p.m. $80 members/$90 non-members. For more information, call Judith Webb at 650-289-5436 or email jwebb@avenidas.org or visit avenidas.org. Avenidas, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto

TV Studio Production Workshop
This class will teach all the crew positions necessary to produce one's own TV show in the Media Center's TV studio. Five-night class, Jan. 18-Feb. 4, 6-10 p.m. $145. For more information, call Dave Sorokach at 650-494-8686, extension 10 or email dave@midpenmedia.org or visit midpenmedia.org. Media Center, 900 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto

Clubs/Meetings

Tall Tree Toastmasters - Open House
Toastmasters Open House is for those looking to develop their speaking and leadership skills, improve their job interviewing or further their careers. Jan. 22, 12-1 p.m. For more information, call Irma Mora at 408-461-1273 or email irma_mora@sbcglobal.net or visit 8218.toastmastersclubs.org. Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, ROOM H-1, Palo Alto

Community Events

Balanced View Open Meeting
Education in the Nature of the Mind Every Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Email www.paloalto@balancedview.org or visit www.balancedview.org. University Church, 1611 Stanford Avenue at Bowdoin, Palo Alto

MLK Jr. Community Disaster Preparedness Fundraiser
MLK Jr. Day through February's Black History Month, fundraiser to prevent public and social safety disasters in African American Communities across USA. Sponsored by Ravenswood Gardenkits Products and Free At Last Gardening Club. Jan. 15, For more information, call Leland at 650-461-0276 or email freeatlastgardens@yahoo.com. Ravenswood Community, 265 Tara Road, East Palo Alto

Dance

Exhibits

Los Altos Hills art exhibit
The Town of Los Altos Hills will sponsor an artist's exhibition of Mitchell and Nina Bricker's figurative paintings through March 1. For more information, call Karen Druker at 650-941-8073 or email kadruker@pacbell.net. Los Altos Hills Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills

'Community Creates'
Ten Bay Area artists have partnered with community members to inspire an exhibition in celebration of the re-opening of the Palo Alto Art Center following its $7.9 million renovation. Runs through April 2013. Free. Visit www.cityofpaloalto.org/artcenter. Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto

Deborah Garber Art Exhibit
Bay Area artist Deborah Garber brings new floral images to Woodside in an exhibit opening Dec. 22. The new work in oil and pastel has up-close views of flowers, both exotic and commonplace. Also featured are some of Garber's familiar landscapes. Shows through March. 18, Tues-Sat, 5:30-9 p.m. For more information, call Deborah Garber Email DG@DeborahGarber.com or visit www.DeborahGarber.com. Station 1, 2991 Woodside Road, Woodside

Family and Kids

Health

Zumba with Katie
Zumba is an easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance. First class is free. Jan. 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m. For more information, call Katie Detwiler Email Ktdetwiler@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/zumbawithkatiepylypiak. Cubberly Community Center, 4000 middlefield Road , Palo Alto

Live Music

Johnny Williams
Johnny Williams will perform original jazz and blues on Tuesdays. Jan. 8-29, 5-9:30 p.m. For more information, call Sham Essadki at 650-968-1502 or email moroccosmv@live.com or visit www.moroccosrestaurant.com. Morocco's Restaurant, 873 Castro St., Mountain View

On Stage

'Somewhere'
TheatreWorks presents the Matthew Lopez play "Somewhere," about a family dreaming of show biz. Jan. 16-Feb. 10. $23-$73. For more information, call TheatreWorks at 650-463-1960 or visit www.theatreworks.org. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View

Outdoors

Religion/Spirituality

Insight Meditation South Bay
Shaila Catherine and guest teachers lead a weekly Insight Meditation sitting followed by a talk on Buddhist teachings. Tuesdays, Dec. 11-Feb. 12, 7:30-9 p.m. For more information, call Paul Ries at 650-857-0904 or email imsbpr@sbcglobal.net or visit imsb.org. St. Timothy's/Edwards Hall, 2094 Grant Road, Mountain View

Special Events

Pro-Choice March
This pro-choice program and march marks the 40th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade U.S. Supreme Court decision. Dr. Sophia Yen, a specialist on teen pregnancy, will speak. Jan. 22, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $2. For more information, call Myra Orta at 650-968-8476 or email mee-maa@sbcglobal.net. Los Altos Youth Center, 1 N. San Antonio Road, Los Altos

Reproductive Realities: Choosing Our Future
There will be a panel discussion about the state of women’s reproductive choices in 2013 will be presented by the Woman’s Club of Palo Alto Landmark Leaders program series and feature Linda Williams, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood, Mar Monte. Tickets available online. Jan. 22, 7:30-9 p.m. $25. Visit www.landmarkleaders.org. Palo Alto Woman's Club, 475 Homer Ave., Palo Alto

Sports

Ongoing Soccer Tryouts - PSV Union FC
PSV Union FC is a non-profit youth soccer club based in Palo Alto, with teams ages U7 to U18, and an academy for ages 4-6. Through Feb. 4. Call 650-387-4128 or email manager@psvunion.org or visit www.psvunion.org. Jordan Middle School, 750 N. California Ave., Palo Alto

Support Groups

Talks/Authors

Volunteers

Lytton Gardens Senior Communities
Volunteer opportunities with seniors include friendly visits, pet visits, activities assistant, dining room host, staff assistance, more-than-a-meal program, spiritual support, leading a class, and music performance. Flexible schedule. Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information, call Bethany Dinh at 650-617-7355 or email bdinh@lyttongardens.org or visit www.lyttongardens.org. Lytton Gardens Senior Communities, 437 Webster St., Palo Alto

Now Recruiting Outdoor Education Leaders
There are volunteer opportunities with the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District. It involves working as part of a team and leading third through fifth grade students on field trips at the David C. Daniels Nature Center. Those interested can submit an interest form now to be included in the upcoming training. Through Feb. 12, Free Call 650-691-1200 or email jwilliams@openspace.org; docent@openspace.org or visit www.openspace.org/volunteer/volunteer.asp.