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Showing listings from July 25, 2013 to July 25, 2013 in all categories.


Art Galleries

'Gone to the Wild' - prints by Kathryn Kain
An exhibition of prints by artist Kathryn Kain will be on display in the Mohr Gallery at the Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA). An opening reception will be held with the artist on Friday, June 21 from 6-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, June 21-July 28, 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. Email lcovello@arts4all.org or visit www.arts4all.org/attend/mohrgallery.htm. Community School of Music and Arts at Finn Center, 230 San Antonio Circle, Mountain View

'Seasons': Photography & Ceramics
Vidya Narasimhan and Thomas Arakawa will present "Seasons," an exhibition of photographs and ceramics at Gallery House from July 2 to July 27. "Seasons" is a celebration of the seasonal color palette using photography and ceramics as media. Reception is Friday, July 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. Open every day of the week except Monday. Free. Call 650 326-1668 or visit Galleryhouse2.com. Gallery House, 320 S. California Ave., Palo Alto

Contemporary Art Tour
This tour focuses on the contemporary art collection in the Friedenrich Family Gallery of the Cantor Arts Center, which features works from the 1950s to the present. The tour takes place the second Saturday of the month at 3 p.m. Free. Call 650-723-3469 or email kmans@stanford.edu or visit events.stanford.edu/byCategory/15/. Cantor Arts Center, 328 Lomita Drive, Stanford


Classes/Workshops

Abilities United After School Socialization Summer Camp
Abilities United After School Socialization Program teaches children ages 5-22 social, communication, problem-solving, negotiation, emotional regulation and identification, and play skills through cooperative noncompetitive games and activities. Monday-Friday, June 3-August 30, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, call Misty Acristo at 650-618-3351 or email misty@AbilitiesUnited.org or visit www.abilitiesunited.org/page.aspx?pid=295. Abiliities United, 3864 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto

ECYS Summer Music Workshops
ECYS presents three educational workshops for beginning to intermediate string and wind players from ages 6-14. Students will receive ensemble training as well as music theory and ear-training. A placement audition is required. Classes are 3 hrs. Weekdays, July 15-26, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $450. Call 650-213-7111 or email ecys@ecys.org or visit www.ecys.org/summer_workshops.html. First Presbyterian Church, 1140 Cowper St., Palo Alto

Feldenkrais
Little House is offering feldenkrais classes to improve balance, flexibility and brain function. Exercises are on the floor, so students should bring a towel or mat to lie on. Fridays, year-round. 11 a.m.-noon. $45 ($40 members). 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

KMVT Youth Summer Camps
KMVT Community Television in Mountain View offers studio production and claymation camps for middle school students ages 10-14. Camps are one week long and held every winter break, spring break and summer. June 10-August 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $325. For more information, call Christina at 650-968-1540 or email chagan@kmvt15.org or visit www.kmvt15.org/workshops/youth.htmlwww.kmvt. KMVT Community Television, 1400 Terra Bella Ave., Suite M, Mountain View

KMVT Youth Summer Camps
KMVT Community Television in Mountain View offers Studio Production and Claymation camps for middle school students ages 10-14. Camps are 1-week long and held every winter break, spring break and summer. June 10-August 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $325. For more information, call Christina Hagan at 650-968-1540 or email chagan@kmvt15.org or visit www.kmvt15.org/workshops/youth.html. KMVT Community Television, 1400 Terra Bella Ave., Suite M, Mountain View

Kung Fu for Kids & 'Little Dragons'
"Kujiweza Kung Fu for Kids" is a life skills and martial arts training program for children ages 6-11. June 18-August 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m. $225 residents; $259 non-residents. For more information, call Palo Alto Recreation at 650-463-4900 or email enjoyonline@cityofpaloalto.org or visit cityofpaloalto.org/enjoy. Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlfield Road, Palo Alto


Clubs/Meetings


Community Events

Portola Valley Farmers' Market
The farmers' market at Portola Valley Town Center will feature organic fruits and vegetables, local grass-fed beef, free range eggs, fair trade coffee, wild and local seafood, local honey, organic olive oil, mushrooms, gluten free baked goods, nut butters, artisan cheeses, chocolates and music. Thursdays, through December 19, 3-7 p.m. Free. For more information, call maggie foard Email maggiefoard@mac.com or visit www.portolavalleyfarmersmarket.com. Portola Valley Farmers' Market, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley

Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series
The city of Mountain View is hosting a series of outdoor movie screenings this summer. Popcorn and light refreshments will be served. All movies begin at 8:30 p.m. or when dark enough outside. Please bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. The series is co-sponsored by the City of Mountain View Recreation Division and Youth Advisory Committee. Movie Night schedule: Friday, July 12 at Cuesta Park - "Madagascar 3" Friday, July 19 at Sylvan Park - "Antz" Friday, July 26 at Eagle Park - "Wreck it Ralph" Friday, August 2 at Stevenson Park - "Shrek" Friday, August 9 at Whisman Park - "Dr. Suess' The Lorax" Friday, August 16 at Rengstorff Park - "Hotel Translyvania" Free. For more information, call Kristine Crosby at 650-903-6410 or email kristine.crosby@mountainview.gov or visit www.mountainview.gov/city_hall/comm_services/recreation_programs_and_services/community_events/summer_outdoor_movie_night_series.asp.

Ujena Swimwear Charity Drive
Ujena Swimwear's goal is to collect as many new or gently worn women's swimsuits as possible to give away to less fortunate women. The company is offering a $20 off coupon for a future Ujena Swimwear purchase in exchange for a donation. The drive runs through June 31. For more information, call Kevin Lujack at 650-938-1002 or email Kevin@ujena.com or visit www.facebook.com/events/611707982174307/. Ujena Swimwear, 1931A Old Middlefield Way, Mountain View


Dance


Exhibits

Baylands Watercolors
See the Baylands through the eyes of watercolor artist Earl Junghans, who has been painting the Bay Area's amazing landscapes since the 1960s. The exhibit is on display Mondays and Thursday-Saturday through August 28 from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call Environmental Volunteers Visit www.evols.org. The EcoCenter, 2560 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto

Ry Smith
Los Altos Hills-sponsored art exhibit of paintings by Ry Smith, a designer of high-tech products. Exhibit runs through Aug. 28. Free. 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

Sculpture from the Fisher Collection
This exhibit features pieces by John Chamberlain, Sol LeWitt Claes Oldenburg and Martin Puryear, together with Carl Andre's Copper-Zinc Plain, a floor piece composed of 36 tiles; and John Chamberlain's Bijou, a large early work made of crushed automobiles and paint. Wed.-Sun.; Feb. 29-Oct. 13, 2013; open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Thursday until 8 p.m.). Visit museum.stanford.edu. Cantor Arts Center, 328 Lomita Drive, Stanford

Stanford Art Spaces
This installation of Stanford Art Spaces features paintings by Bryan Ida and Warren Hedgpeth, plus fiber constructions by Aryana B. Londir. A reception will be held at the Paul G. Allen reception area on July 12 from 5-7 p.m. May 31-August 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. For more information, call Marilyn Grossman at 650-725-3622 or email marigros@cis.stanford.edu or visit cis.stanford.edu~marigros. Stanford Art Spaces, 420 Via Palou, Stanford


Family and Kids

'Honk! Jr.'
"Honk! Jr." is a contemporary re-telling of Hans Christian Anderson’s classic story, "The Ugly Duckling." Bring a picnic for your family or purchase hot dogs and other dinner items at the show. July 10-27, Wednesday-Sunday, 6:30-8 p.m. $12 adults, $10 children. For more information, call Lane Pianta at 650-463-4970 or email Lane.Pianta@CityofPaloAlto.org or visit www.cityofpaloalto.org/gov/depts/csd/theatre/default.asp. Palo Alto Children's Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto

Sing-along with Bonnie Lockhart
Bonnie Lockhart performs a sing-along, move-along family concert to celebrate the library’s "Reading Is Delicious" program. July 25, 10-11 a.m. Free. Call 650-851-0147 or email woodside@smcl.org or visit www.smcl.org. Woodside Library, 3140 Woodside Road, Woodside

Summer Reading Program
Children, teens and adults can participate in the Summer Reading Program at the Atherton Library. The theme is "Reading is Soooo Delicious!" Read and participate in raffle drawings. The program is during library hours. June 1-August 23, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. For more information, call Atherton Library at 650-328-2422 or email atherton@smcl.org or visit www.smcl.org. Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane, Atherton

Summer Sports Camps
Redwood City sports camps at SportsHouse: lacrosse, soccer, flag football, cheerleading, volleyball and basketball. June 17 through Aug. 16, weekdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $209/week. For more information, call Mary at 650-362-4100 or email Mary or visit www.sportshouseonline.com. The Sports House, 3151 Edison Way, Redwood City

TheatreWorks PlayMakers Camp
TheatreWorks Education introduces TW PlayMakers, K-8 summer camps that feature theatre games and activities, with each program culminating in a performance created by the students. June 17-July 28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $550 per child. For more information, call TheatreWorks at 650-463-7146 or visit www.theatreworks.org/learn/youth/camps . Jordan Middle School , 750 North California Ave., Palo Alto

TheatreWorks PlayMakers camp
TheatreWorks Education introduces TW PlayMakers, K-8 summer camps that feature theater games and activities, with each program culminating in a performance created by the students. July 22-Aug. 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $550 per child. For more information, call TheatreWorks at 650-463-7146 or visit www.theatreworks.org/learn/youth/camps. Jordan Middle School , 750 North California Ave., Palo Alto


Film

Movies on the Square: 'The Rise of the Guardians'
When an evil spirit known as Pitch aims to take over the world, the immortal Guardians must join forces for the first time to protect the hopes, beliefs and imagination of children all over the world. Animated feature with voices by Hugh Jackman, Alec Baldwin and Chris Pine. July 25, 8:30 p.m. Free. Call 650-780-7311 or email recnews@redwoodcity.org or visit www.redwoodcity.org/events/movies.html. Courthouse Square, 2200 Broadway St., Redwood City


Health

Low-Impact Aerobics
This Avenidas class includes cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength, flexibility, balance and rhythm. Floor work is part of the class format. Wear comfortable shoes and exercise clothing. Bring dumb bells and exercise mat. Tuesdays and Thursday through August 1, 10:15-11:15 a.m. $40 members/$50 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


Live Music

Music@Menlo Prelude Performance
Featuring artists from Music@Menlo’s Chamber Music Institute International Program for advanced and preprofessional artists, ages eighteen to twenty-nine. They will be performing various dates throughout July and August. Visit www.musicatmenlo.org for program details and to reserve your free ticket. 5:30 p.m. Free. Call 650-331-0202 or email tickets@musicatmenlo.org or visit www.musicatmenlo.org. The Center for Performing Arts at Menlo-Atherton, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton


On Stage

The Importance of Being Earnest
Stanford Summer Theater presents Oscar Wilde’s "The Importance of Being Earnest," directed by Lynn Soffer, with Kay Kostopoulos, Marty Pistone, Courtney Walsh, Don Demico, Jessica Waldman David Raymond, Austin Caldwell and Ruth Marks. July 18-August 11, 8-10 p.m. $25, $15 for students and seniors. Call 650-725-5838 or email sst@stanford.edu or visit www.stanford.edu/group/summertheater/cgi-bin/sst/tickets. Pigott Theater, Memorial Auditorium, 551 Serra Mall, Stanford


Religion/Spirituality

Friendly Shabbat Potluck
Congregation Kol Emeth will hold multiple Friday night services in the backyard of a private home, followed by a kosher potluck dinner. For location addresses, please call the Kol Emeth office. July 5, 19 and 26; August 2 and 9, 6 p.m. Free. For more information, call Congregation Kol Emeth at 650-948-7498 or visit kolemeth.org.


Support Groups

Alateen Support Meeting
Alateen is a community of young people (12-18 years) whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking. Confidential. Anonymous. Non-professional. Non-Religious. Based on AA's 12 Steps. Thursdays weekly, 7-8 p.m. Call 650-329-8298 or visit alanonmidpeninsula.org. Covenant Presbyterian Church, 670 East Meadow Drive, Room 8, Palo Alto


Talks/Authors


Teen Activities

Menlo Park Library Teen Summer Reading
Menlo Park Library’s 2013 Teen Summer Reading Program (ages 12-18) runs June 10-August 16. Register online or come into the library. Read books, write reviews and enter weekly raffles for awesome prizes. The library will also kick off summer with a barbecue on June 21 at noon at Burgess Park. Free. For more information, call Michelle Burnham at 650-330-2530 or email burnham@plsinfo.org or visit www.menloparklibrary.org/teen.html. Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park


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

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