Palo Alto Online's Master Community Calendar
Showing listings from December 8, 2009 to December 8, 2009 in all categories.
"Soul and Consciousness"
A collection of abstract art by Mehul Shah, representing an inner search for essential reality. Tuesdays-Sundays, Oct. 28-Nov. 23. Noon. Free. For more information, call Aegis Gallery staff at 408-867-0171 or e-mail robertaf@sbcglobal.net or visit www.aegisgallery.com. Aegis Gallery of Fine Art, 14531 Big Basin Way, Saratoga
10 Years
Modernbook Gallery celebrates their 10 year anniversary with a rotating selection of gallery artists, showcasing a broad range of contemporary fine-art photography. Through Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. free. Call 650-327-6325 or e-mail info@modernbook.com or visit www.modernbook.com. Modernbook Gallery, 494 University Ave., Palo Alto
Celebrating Solstice - Holiday Show 2009
“Celebrating Solstice - Holiday Show 2009," a festive exhibit of fine art and crafts, will be held at Gallery House through Dec. 24. Free. For more information, call Karen White at 650-804-0491 or e-mail KarenWhite4@sbcglobal.net. Gallery House, 320 California Ave., Palo Alto
Merry Art at Main
The Main Gallery, Nov. 25-Dec. 24. The Merry Artists at Main have created unique and special works just right for your Holiday gift giving. Opening Reception on Sat. Dec. 5, 5-8 pm. Gallery hours: Wed.through Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m. to 3.p.m free. Call 650-710-1018 or visit www.themaingallery.org. The Main Gallery, 1018 Main St., Redwood City
Small treasures: fine art for every budget
Portola Art Gallery presents "Small Treasures" for the month of December. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Call 650-321-0220 or visit www.portolaartgallery.com. Portola Art Gallery, 75 Arbor Road, Menlo Park
Astronomy for Poets Class (open to community)
Astronomy 10B: Stars, Galaxies, & the Universe. A first course in "astronomy for poets," this class introduces some of the most exciting objects and discoveries in the universe, and traces the history of atoms from the Big Bang to their place in the body today. Offered during day and evening. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-8:30 p.m. Community college registration fee. For more information, call Andrew Fraknoi Visit www.foothill.edu/ast. Foothill College, Rm. 5017, 12345 El Monte Rd., Los Altos Hills
Be the Change Environmental Leadership Program
Ten-month environmental leadership program (September to June). For more information, call Rebecca Araiz Iverson at 650-922-1787 or e-mail rebeccaai@acterra.org or visit www.acterra.org/programs/bethechange/index.html. Acterra, 3921 E. Bayshore Road, Palo Alto
Beginning Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a whole body movement and internal martial art benefiting all ages. Classes every Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. $115 for 10 classes/$88 Senior Rate For more information, call Linda Scheer at 650-780-7311 or e-mail linda@tarot.xs.com or visit www.redwoodcity.org/parks. Community Activity Center, 1400 Roosevelt, Redwood City
Classes at Onetta Harris Community Center
Art, dance and science classes for youth. Dance, fitness, creative sewing, cooking and ESL cClasses for adults. $25 residents $34 non-resident. For more information, call Onetta Harris Community Center at 650-330-2250 or e-mail bkmatheson@menlopark.org. Onetta Harris Community Center, 100 Terminal Ave., Menlo Park
Fitness and Faith
All women are invited to join this class for stretching, toning and light aerobics to Christian music; followed by prayer support. Drop-ins always welcome. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 9-10:15 a.m. Free. Call 650-323-8600 or e-mail info@mppc.org or visit www.mppc.org. Menlo Park Presbyterian Church, 111 University Drive, Room, D-11, Menlo Park
Folk Dance Class
Marcel Vinokur, teacher. Tuesdays, starting Sept. 22. No partners necessary. Featuring dances from the Balkans and Israel. 7-10:30 p.m. $42 residents, $56 nonresidents for $13 week quarter. $6 drop ins For more information, call Marcel Vinokur at 650-3270759 or e-mail Marcel.vinokur@nasa.gov. Burgess Recreation Center, 700 Alma St,, Menlo Park
Horns for the Holidays
With original compositions, holiday readings and seasonal favorites, QUADRE also performs Heinrich Hübler’s concerto accompanied by a 100-piece collaborative band of music students from local schools. Tue., Dec. 8, 7-9 p.m. $21adults; $14 students/seniors. For more information, call Daniel Wood at 650-969-4242 or e-mail info@quadre.org or visit www.quadre.org. Graham Theater at St. Francis High School, 1885 Miramonte Ave., Mountain View
"A Revolutionary Idea"
The Hoover Institution is marking the 90th anniversary of its founding with an exhibit titled "A Revolutionary Idea: Hoover Making History since 1919." The Institution was established following World War I through the efforts and philanthropy of Herbert Hoover, 31st president of the United States. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Call 650-723-3563 or e-mail lmaune@stanford.edu or visit www.hoover.org/hila/exhibits/48080107.html. Hoover Institution Stanford University, 434 Galvez Mall, Stanford
"Horsing Around in San Mateo County"
The exhibit will feature 20 miniature saddles by local artist Reg Buyle and include historic photographs chronicling the use of horses in San Mateo County for transportation, sports and entertainment. Through Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $2-$4. Call 650-299-0104 or e-mail susan@historysmc.org or visit www.historysmc.org. San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City
"Recent Arrivals: Rare Books, Manuscripts & Archives"
Exhibition of recent acquisitions to Stanford University Libraries' Special Collections and University Archives, from the 1468 manuscript of Jacob de Voragine's "Legenda Aurea" to the editing of William Burroughs's "Naked Lunch," and including artwork for the Stanford Memorial Church mosaics. Through December, For more information, call Elizabeth Fischbach at 650-725-1020 or e-mail efischba@stanford.edu or visit library.stanford.edu/depts/spc/exhibits/index.html. Peterson Gallery, Green Library, Stanford University, Stanford
Keeble & Shuchat Photography
Photographs by David Craven "Moments in Time" from around the world are now showing in The Gallery. Through Nov. 29, 9 a.m (11 a.m. Sun.).-5:30 p.m. For more information, call Pat Hausmann at 650-327-8996 or e-mail accounting@kspphoto.com or visit www.kspphoto.com. Keeble & Shuchat Photography, 290 California Ave., Palo Alto
Paintings by Janna Mitchell
A combination of watercolor, inks, gouache and collage. Through Dec. 20, 10-9 p.m. Free. For more information, call Jan Fisher at 650-493-4430 ext. 254 or e-mail JFisher@itp.edu or visit www.itp.edu. Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 1069 E. Meadow Circle, Palo Alto
"Karaoke Madness" programs
"Karaoke Madness" a program for kids that includes singing, costumes and cupcakes, will be held on Mondays (ages 4-6) and Wednesdays (ages 7 +). Call 650-323-8330 or e-mail magicmoments@snipits.com or visit www.snipits.com. Snip-its Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real,, Palo Alto
Mothers Together
Christian support group for mothers. Program includes speakers, small group discussion and fellowship/support for first time moms. Tuesdays through Dec. 29, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Call 650-323-8600 or e-mail info@mppc.org or visit www.mppc.org. Menlo Park Presbyterian Church - Fellowship Hall, 950 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park
Mothers Together's Christmas Breakfast
The Mothers Together fellowship, teaching and prayer group holds its annual Christmas Breakfast. Limited childcare available with registration. Tue., Dec. 8, 9-11:30 a.m. $15 before Dec. 1; $20 after Dec. 1 Call 650-323-8600 or e-mail info@mppc.org or visit mppc.org. Menlo Park Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, 950 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park
CPR and First Aid Classes
Every Tuesday and Thursday nights, CPR and first-aid classes.
CPR basic/health care professional/renewal and basic first-aid class, adult care and child care classes every Saturday by All Care Plus. Please call and preregister. Can be taken separately or in combination. Caregiver support workshops also available. 5-9:30 p.m. $75. For more information, call Lisa Shivers at 650-424-0204 or e-mail lisa@allcareplus.org or visit www.allcareplus.org. 862 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto
Breahte California Better Breathers Club
"Respiratory Medications: The Good, the Bad and the Misunderstood," Susan Reddell, registered respiratory therapist. Tue., Dec. 8,
1:30-3 p.m. Free. For more information, call Lynn Smith at 408-998-5865 or e-mail lynn@lungsrus.org or visit www.lungsrus.org. Avenidas Senior Center, 450 Bryabt St., Palo Alto
Irish Music Session
Irish songs for a pub restaurant and bar. Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Call 650-964-9151 or visit www.ststephensgreen.com/index.html. St. Stephen's Green, 223 Castro St., Mountain View
Nancy Gilliland
Classic jazz and standards with chanteuse/pianist Nancy Gilliland. Tuesdays, 6-10 p.m. Free. For more information, call Mark Adams at 650-853-1143 or visit marqsinmenlo.com. Marqs in Menlo, 1143 Crane St., Menlo Park
Second Tuesday Open Mic Night
Bands welcome, house PA. Improv, comedy and the spoken word. Call to reserve a space. The series will continue on the second Tuesday of every month, starting Jan. 12 after a December hiatus. 6-9 p.m. Free. For more information, call The Palo Alto Institute at 650-641-8947 or e-mail openmic@paloaltoinstitute.org. Jungle Copy, 542 High St., Palo Alto
"A Civil War Christmas"
TheatreWorks presents the West Coast premiere of "A Civil War Christmas," a musical. Fact and fiction, old-time carols, and traditional tunes entwine in a saga of a divided nation longing for hope. Dec. 2-27, $26-$62. For more information, call TheatreWorks at 650-463-1960 or visit www.theatreworks.org. Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto
Insight Meditation South Bay
Shaila Catherine and guest teachers lead a weekly Insight Meditation sitting followed by a talk on Buddhist teachings. Tuesdays, 7:30-9 p.m. Free. Call 650-857-0904 or e-mail imsbpr@sbcglobal.net or visit imsb.org. St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 2094 Grant Road, Mountain View
50 Plus Dinners
Senior are invited to an evening of fellowship, food and entertainment. First and third Fridays of the month. 5:30-8:30 p.m. $6 donation. Call 650-323-8600 or e-mail info@mppc.org or visit www.mppc.org. Menlo Park Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, 950 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park
Rengstorff House: Holiday Open House
Victorian decorations at Rengstorff House, Mountain View's oldest house. Refreshments and caroling. Tue., Dec. 8, 7-9 p.m. Free. For more information, call Friends of "R" House at 650-903-6392 or e-mail friends@r-house.org or visit http://www.r-house.org. Rengstorff House, 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View
Cross Country Registration
Register now for the 2009 Cross Country season with Palo Alto Lightning Track Club. A parent meeting will be held on August 30 at Angell Field (Stanford Track) and runners of all levels of ability and ages 6-18 are welcome to join. For more information, call Coach Willie Young at 650-321-2175 or e-mail sty3000@aol.com. Angell Field, Stanford University, Stanford
PARC Tuesday Night Interval Training
A group of 20-40 PARC runners meet at the Stanford track for interval training. Runners of all abilities are welcome. Participants are encouraged to show up earlier for warm up. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call Dave Wibbelsmann E-mail djw67@sbcglobal.net or visit www.parunclub.com/tuesday.htm. Angell Field track, Galvez St at Campus Dr, Stanford
Red Star Academy Soccer Tryouts
Red Star Soccer Academy Announces Competitive Soccer Tryouts for U8-U11 Boys & U8-U10 Girls. Open tryouts will take place Nov. 30-Dec.12 at Montclaire Elementary in Los Altos. For more information, call Adriano Allain E-mail admin@redstaracademy.com.
U12 Boys' Soccer Tryouts: Stanford Fire
The class 3 soccer team Stanford Fire is holding tryouts for boys who were (at most) 11 as of July 31, 2009. Tue., Dec. 1; and Tue., Dec. 8,
7-8:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call Bill Barnett E-mail stanfordfire@gmail.com or visit sites.google.com/site/stanfordfire/home. Mayfield Soccer Complex southwest, Page Mill Road and El Camino Real, Palo Alto
Technology and Society Committee Luncheon Forum
Dr. Meyya Meyyappan, chief scientist for exploration technology at NASA Ames, provides an overview of nanotechnology and its impact on computing, communications, health and medicine, energy and the environment, and transportation. Tue., Dec. 8, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch is $11, $12 for non-members. For more information, call Bob Kirby at 650-969-7215 or visit http://tian.greens.org/TASC.shtml. Hangen Szechuan Restaurant, 134 Castro St., Mountain View
College-Admissions Talk
David Montesano, an admission strategist with College Match, speaks on techniques that may assist students in identifying the best colleges for them, and help them gain admission. Tue., Dec. 8, 6-7 p.m. Free. For more information, call David Montesano at 415-601-6955 or e-mail david@collegematchus.com or visit www.collegematchus.com. Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto
The House
The House is open to middle-school students to come hang out with their friends in a safe, fun environment. This free drop-in program is supervised by trained recreation leaders and offers a social atmosphere that includes homework help, billiards, arts and crafts, foosball, video games and more. 5-8 p.m. Free. For more information, call Kristine Pardini at 650-903-6410 or e-mail kristine.pardini@mountainview.gov or visit www.ci.mtnview.ca.us/city_hall/comm_services/recreation_programs_and_services/teen_services.asp. The House, 298 Escuela Ave., Mountain View
Write Night: Teen Writing Workshop
Get writing advice from five published authors. C. Lee McKenzie, Sarah Quigley, Cheryl Renee Herbsman, Jon Yang and Lauren Bjorkman will lead through role playing, writing prompts, character analysis and more. Open to those ages 12 and up, no registration required. Tue., Dec. 8, 7 p.m. Free. For more information, call Michelle Barrese at 650-330-1530 or visit www.menloparklibrary.org/children.html. Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park
Junior Museum & Zoo
Office volunteers are needed to help with fundraising, community relations and special events. Data input, mailings, internet research, etc. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. For more information, call Molly at 650-326-6338 or e-mail info@friendsjmz.org or visit www.friendsjmz.org. Junior Museum & Zoo, 1451 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto
Nature Center Hosts
Volunteers needed to greet visitors, answer questions, and encourage exploration on weekends at the Daniels Nature Center at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. Training is required and will be provided. Must be at least 18 years of age. Call 650-691-1200 or e-mail docent@openspace.org or visit http://www.openspace.org/volunteer/volunteer.asp. Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve
Stanford Cats Need Foster Homes
Stanford Cat Network needs foster homes for newcomer cats to campus. For more info and to volunteer, visit the SCN website and complete the Foster Home Profile:
http://catnet.stanford.edu/support_foster.html . Adoption fair help also needed. Opportunities ongoing. For more information, call Stanford Cat Network at 650-566-8287 or e-mail catnetwork@lists.stanford.edu or visit catnet.stanford.edu. Stanford Cat Network, P.O. Box 18287, Stanford
Volunteer guide opportunity
Volunteer to introduce children to nature, an organic garden and farm animals. No experience needed. Training is provided. Opportunities ongoing. For more information, call Nayna Patel at 650-949-8655 or e-mail volunteers@hiddenvilla.org or visit www.hiddenvilla.org. Hidden Villa, 26870 Moody Road, Los Altos
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