Borders Books, Music, Cafe, 456 University Ave., Palo Alto. Call 326-3670.
British Bankers Club, 1090 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Live music Friday and Saturday. No cover charge. Most shows begin at 9:30 p.m. Call 327-8769.
The Edge, 260 California Ave., Palo Alto. DJ music and dancing or live band starts at 9 p.m., weekend nights until 3 a.m. John Lee Hooker April 24. Thin Lizzy, Even Deeper May 14. Call 324-EDGE.
The House The Palo Alto Teen Center features high school bands from 8 p.m.-midnight every Saturday. Free. 425 Bryant St. Bands interested in playing should call 321-1095.
Hugo's Cafe and Sports Lounge, Hyatt Rickeys, 4219 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. All shows are 9 p.m.-1 a.m. No cover. John Olchea Trio April 18 and 25. Call 843-2521.
Palo Alto Cafe, 2675 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Geri McGilvray and Mike Bechler perform traditional folk originals, country and blues the first Friday night of every month, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Call 322-8644.
St. Michael's Alley, 806 Emerson St., Palo Alto. Music starts at 8:30 p.m. Call 326-2530.
Cafe Fino, 544 Emerson St., Palo Alto. Nancy Gilliland, piano and vocals, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Accompanied on Fridays and Saturdays by Bruce Yates on bass and guitar and George Ballantyne on drums. Call 326-6082.
Chantilly II Restaurant, 530 Ramona St., Palo Alto. Live music Fri. and Sat. starting at 7 p.m. Call 321-4080.
Late for the Train, 150 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park. Call 321-6124.
Nouveau Trattoria, 541 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Solo piano Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays. Jazz trio Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. All shows 7-11 p.m. Call 327-0132.
Stars Palo Alto, 250 Lytton Ave., Palo Alto. Jazz vocalist Jennifer Lee and pianist Dana Atherton perform Saturdays, 7-11 p.m. Call 321-4466.
Mac's American Grill, 325 Main St., Los Altos. Jazz with the Cole Hamlin Trio, Thursdays. Call 941-0234.
MacArthur Park, 27 University Ave., Palo Alto. Mondays-Saturdays, 6-10:30 p.m. Sundays 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5:30-10 p.m. Call 321-9990.
Celtic Inspirations Performed by Linda Wenstrand, soprano, Frederick Weldy, piano, and Kyle Wohlmut, celtic harpist. April 19, 7:30 p.m. at St. Bede's Episcopal Church, 2650 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park. There will be a reception following. $10 donation, $8 seniors and youth. Free to Friends of the Arts. Call 854-6555.
Titular organist Pierre Pincemaille in recital April 19, 8 p.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 600 Colorado, Palo Alto. $8 suggested donation.
Palo Alto Philharmonic Featuring Nina Postolovskaya performing Brahms' Piano Concerto No. 2. April 19, 8 p.m. at Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St. $15 general, $10 seniors and youth. Call 903-6000 or 325-1997.
Philharmonia Baroque Last concert of the season April 19, 8 p.m. at First Methodist Church, Hamilton and Webster streets, Palo Alto. $25-$35. Call 392-4400.
Organ Recital with Dr. Philip Manwell, organist, April 20, 4:15 p.m. (followed by evening prayer) at Christ Episcopal Church, 1040 Border Road, Los Altos. Open to the public. Call 948-2151.
Violin and Piano Concert with Jose Luis Irizarry, violin, and Junko Freidin, piano, April 20, 7 p.m. at Wesley Church Sanctuary, 470 Cambridge Ave., Palo Alto. Free. There will be a reception following the concert. Call 327-2092.
Sarah Maserti, violin, and Dmitriy Cogan, piano Performing works by Leclair, Franck, Dvorak, Kreisler, and Ravel April 23, 7:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Palo Alto, 1985 Louis Road, Palo Alto. $7 general, $4 seniors and students. Call 494-0298.
Jazz Shows Presented by Earthwise Productions at Cubberley Community Center Theater, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. All shows at 8 p.m. $12. Mingus Amungus, David Ellis Quartet April 25. Call 949-4507.
Equal Voices A San Francisco-based men's vocal ensemble performing a program of Broadway show tunes April 19, 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center of Palo Alto, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Free and open to the public. Call 327-2811.
Eastern European Folk Songs with Kitka The seven-member women's vocal ensemble will perform a repertory of Eastern European works April 20, 2:30 p.m. at Community School of Music and Arts, 253 Martens Ave. (off Grant Road), Mountain View. Free but reservations are required. Call 961-0342.
An evening with The Murasaki Ensemble Mixing Eastern and Western musical traditions April 19, 7:30 p.m. at Palo Alto Cultural Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto. Free admission. Call 329-2366.
Ki ho 'alu Slack Key Guitar Festival Legends of the style, Keola Beamer, Ledward Kaapana, George Kahumoko Jr. and Ozzie Kotani will perform April 19, 8 p.m. at Dinkelspiel Auditorium, Stanford University. $22-$25 general, $19-$22 students. Call 725-2787.
In the Beginning: Jewish Texts and Traditions an exploration of a capella choral music by composers of many faiths. April 20, 4 p.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 600 Colorado Ave., Palo Alto. $15 general, $10 seniors, students and disabled. Call 388-1818.
A Midsummer Night's Dream Young actors from Menlo Park's Belle Haven neighborhood and East Palo Alto April 18 and 19, 8 p.m. and April 20, 2 p.m. at Burgess Theater, 601 Laurel Ave., Menlo Park. Free admission. Call 422-5987.
It's All An Act: Four One-Acts About Life in the Theater Evening performances are April 18 and 19 at 8 p.m. A matinee performance will be April 20 at 2:30 p.m. at the Studio Theater at Foothill College in Los Altos Hills. $10 general, $9 for seniors and students. Call 948-4444.
A Man For All Seasons Presented by Bus Barn Stage Company through May 3 at Bus Barn Theatre, 97 Hillview Ave., Los Altos. Thursdays through Saturdays, 8 p.m.; Sundays April 20 and 27, 7 p.m. $15 for Fridays and Saturdays. $13 for Thursdays and Sundays. Call 941-0551.
Spring Migration Dance Concert Presented by Stanford Dance Division April 25, 26, and May 2 and 3 in Roble Dance Studio, 375 Santa Teresa St., Stanford University. The concert will feature works by undergraduate students and dance division faculty. $9 general, $7 seniors and students. Tickets at the door. Call 723-1234.
Afro Brazilian Dance Thursdays April 24 through June 12 at Lucie Stern Ballroom, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. An 8:30-9:30 a.m. or a 10:30-11:30 a.m. class will be available. Register at Lucie Stern. Call 329-2527.
Ballroom Dance with Phil & Polly Reilly A six week spring series. Classes on Friday evening begin April 18 at the Masonic Temple, 651 Roble Ave., Menlo Park and are led by associates Ed & Lynda Moran. All popular rhythms included. Register at the door on the first night after 7 p.m. or by calling the Reillys at 322-9026. Couples only.
Country Line Dance Lessons/Open Dancing Wednesday nights at the Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Beginners at 7 p.m.; open dancing at 8:10 p.m.; intermediate at 8:40 p.m. Drop-in $6 ($5 Palo Alto residents). Call Evelyn or Bruce at 325-6913.
Country Line Dancing/Lessons Wednesday nights at Mac's American Grill, 325 Main St., Los Altos. Call 941-0234.
Country Western Line Dance class Held Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m. at Holbrook Palmer Park, Carriage House, 150 Watkins Ave., Atherton. $6 per class. Call 321-9878.
Dancers of Universal Peace Join the circle of dancers the second and fourth Saturdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Church of Palo Alto, Charleston and Middlefield roads.
Dancing at the Mid-Peninsula YWCA Brazilian Samba Mondays, 7-8:15 p.m. April 21 through June 16. $72; Contra Dance Society meets the second, fourth and fifth Saturday of every month, 7:30-11 p.m. No partner required; Country Western Dance meets every Thursday, 7-9:50 p.m. Drop-ins $6; Hula Dance meets Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. April 23 through June 18. $63; Irish Folk Dancing meets Tuesdays, 8-10 p.m. April 22 through June 17. $58.50 or $10 drop-in; Tuxedo Junction meets every Wednesday with ballroom dance lessons 7:15-9 p.m. and open dancing 9-10:30 p.m. on drop-in basis. No registration or partner required. Mid-Peninsula YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call 494-0972.
Do Your Own Dance A natural, creative expression for anyone. The relaxed, shoeless group moves to music from around the world and gathers for a group directed exercise that celebrates community. Most Wednesdays, 7:45-9:30 p.m. (call to confirm) at DanceVisions, Cubberley Community Center, L3, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. $5. Call 322-1420.
Elementary Modern Jazz Dance for Adults and Teens Learn the fundamentals of modern jazz movement taught by Constance Wise in this ongoing class held Wednesdays, 12:15-1:15 p.m. in Menlo Park. Call 326-0556 for details.
English Country Dances Drop in on the first, third and fifth Fridays, 8 p.m., at the Palo Alto Masonic Temple, 461 Florence Ave. (near University), Palo Alto. Beginners welcome. Call 858-0843 or 327-0269.
Isadora Duncan's dance technique and repertory classes Study the techniques of a modern dance pioneer Tuesdays, 7:30-9 p.m. at Dance Visions, Room L3, Cubberley Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 856-2525.
International Folk Dancing Dance Party April 19, 8-11 p.m. at Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Dancing and refreshments. Call Arden Pierce at 494-1631.
International Folk Dancing Dance to the music of our international neighbors Tuesday nights at Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Couples and singles welcome. Beginning, intermediate and "request dancing" offered. Call 329-2261.
Jazz Stretch/Dance with Annie Zane A rigorous workout for anyone. Monday, Tuesday, Friday, 9:15 a.m. and Wednesday, 4 p.m. at DanceVisions, Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Room L3, Palo Alto. $10 drop-in. Call 858-2005.
Modern Dance Intermediate level classes for adults Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Slow intermediate level classes Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. at Dance Visions, Room L3, Cubberley Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 858-2005.
Mostly Balkan Folkdancers The group meets Thursdays. Lessons, 7:45-8:45 p.m.; request dancing, 8:45-10:15 p.m. at Menlo Park Recreation Center. $4. Call Derek or Mary at 851-8498 or Sue at (408) 247-2420.
Raices de Mexico dance classes Learn Mexican regional dance for children, teens and adults (beginner and intermediate) on Mondays and Fridays, and on Saturdays at Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. There is a registration fee and monthly tuition. There is no age limit or previous dance experience required. Call 322-1501 for class times.
Scottish Country Dancing Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. at the JLS Middle School gym, East Meadow Drive and Waverley, Palo Alto. For beginner and intermediate levels. New beginners welcome all year. No partner required, singles welcome. $4 per night. Call 493-5974.
Senior Citizens Dance Group meets Fridays, 7:30 p.m. at 3800 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Live music from "Bigger Than Life," music from the '30s, '40s and '50s. Dancing on a hardwood floor. $4 includes refreshments. Call 326-1483.
Swing Yo Thing every second and fourth Saturday at Cubberley Community Center Pavilion, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Lindy Hop Swing Dance lesson with international Masters Rob and Diane. 6-10 p.m. Any age, singles, couples, students, groups. $5 per person. Call 579-1122.
Vintage Dances with the Paul Price Society Orchestra the first Monday of every month, 8-10 p.m., Palo Alto Masonic Temple, 461 Florence St., Palo Alto. Dance lessons are given on the other Mondays, $10 for first Monday dances, $18 for couples; $6 for dance lessons. Call 321-5280.
Weekly swing classes Every Thursday evening (basic level from 7-8 p.m.; intermediate/advanced from 8-9 p.m.), at Swagat Restaurant and Lounge, 2700 El Camino Real, Mountain View. (Formerly at Chez Louis.) $32 for four weeks, or $10 per class. Call 585-6282.
Wedding Dance Workshop The City of Palo Alto Recreation Department will offer a three-hour workshop exploring the basic steps of fast and slow dancing. Each workshop includes a sampling of dancing designed for wedding couples and their party. Workshops offered from 1-4 p.m. on April 27 and May 25 at Mitchell Park Community Center. $49 per person. Call 329-2487.
Western Ballet now offers daily morning and evening adult ballet classes for beginner through advanced. Classes also offered in jazz and flamenco. Call 968-4455.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum Presented by Palo Alto Children's Theatre April 18, 7:30 p.m.; April 19, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.; April 20, 2:30 p.m.; April 24, 4:30 p.m.; April 25, 7:30 p.m.; and April 26, 2:30 p.m. at the Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. For ages 4 and older. $4 adults, $2 children. Call 329-2216.
Afterschool Special: Shadow Play Learn to make some wild hand shadows, watch some shadow plays, and create some of your own April 23, 3:30-4:15 p.m. at the Children's Library, 1276 Harriet St., Palo Alto. For children in grades 1-5. Call 329-2134.
A Peter Pan Open House Celebrate the 45th anniversary of Menlo-Atherton Cooperative Nursery School April 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 802 Middle Ave. (between University Drive and El Camino Real), Menlo Park. Featuring storytelling, games, food, crafts, and music.
Children's Fiesta Featuring games, crafts, music, food, a bake sale, and silent auction April 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Palo Alto Friends Nursery School, 957 Colorado Ave. (between Louis and Greer roads), Palo Alto. Admission is free. Tickets are purchased for individual activities. Call 856-6152.
Learnarium Programs Internet/computer/academic courses plus personalized individual learning programs where children can learn to create their own web pages and post them on the Internet, besides improving their academic skills in computer literacy. Two-way transportation provided. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. weekdays; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays. $5-$12 per hour. Learnarium, 4600 El Camino Real, Los Altos. Call 948-7888.
Homework help and group study is available Mondays and Tuesdays 3-5 p.m. in the Children's Department at Menlo Park Library. Help is available to find research materials, use indexes and tables of contents, practice reading skills and clarify assignment. Call 858-3464.
Lemos Farm Pony rides, farm animals, wagon trains, air jumpers, hay rides in a family fun setting. Open Sat. and Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission. 12320 Highway 92, Half Moon Bay. Call 726-2342.
Dark of the Moon and Once Upon a Mattress Auditions will be held for the City of Los Altos Youth Theatre production of "Dark of the Moon" on April 23 and 24, 4-6 p.m. at the Hillview Community Center. For boys ages 12 to 20 and girls ages 13 to 20. Auditions for "Once Upon a Mattress" will be held June 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Hillview Community Center. Actors, singers and dancers between ages 8 and 20 are needed. Call 948-6903.
Stories and tales by Wendolyn Bird For ages 2 and up April 19, 10:30-11 a.m. at The Play Store, 508 University Ave., Palo Alto. Free but reservations are required. Call 326-9070.
Menlo Park Library Toddler Story Time (ages 2-3) every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Pre-School Story Time (ages 3-5) every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Pajama Story Time (all ages) every Wednesday at 7 p.m. The library is located at 800 Alma St., Menlo Park. Call 858-3464.
Foothill Men's Garden Club Annual Plant Sale April 18 and 19 at the Los Altos Rancho Shopping Center. There will be 500 gallon cans of assorted varieties, as well as countless smaller containers. The sale will benefit local public gardens and scholarships for horticulture students.
Palo Alto Republican Women's Club Joint meeting with College Republicans of Stanford April 24, 7 p.m. at Tresidder Union, Cypress Room, Stanford University. The speaker will be Eloise Anderson, Director of Social Services, State of California. Reservations required by April 21. Guests are welcome. Call 854-5197 or 493-9471.
Federated Woman's Club of Palo Alto will hold a Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon April 19, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clubhouse, 475 Homer Ave., Palo Alto. Fashions from Mac of Palo Alto and Shoko's of Los Altos. Open to the public. Tickets are $22 and must be purchased in advance. Call 321-4165.
American Legion Post 52 meets every Friday morning at the Palo Alto Elks Club. The meeting at 11:30 a.m. is followed by lunch. All veterans are invited to attend. Call 856-1616 or 328-2656.
Menlo Park Library Mystery Readers Join fellow mystery readers the third Wednesday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at Menlo Park Library meeting room, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park. Call Jackie Drew at 325-4048.
Menlo Park Library Film Discussion Group The group meets the third Tuesday of every month at Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park. There is a screening of the film to be discussed on the Saturday previous to the meeting at 2 p.m. in the library's downstairs meeting room. Call 858-3461.
Menlo Park Library Book Discussion Group meets the second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park. Call 858-3468.
The California Native Plant Society The Santa Clara Valley Chapter offers free field trips at Edgewood Park, San Mateo County, west of Redwood City, to study and enjoy the local native wildflowers. Bring lunch and liquids, and wear good walking shoes. Meet at 10 a.m. at the "Park and Ride" lot on Edgewood Road, next to I-280, northeast corner. Call 853-5634.
Los Altos Rotary Club For young professionals between the ages of 18 and 35 who would like to be involved in a variety of volunteer projects along the Peninsula. The group meets bi-monthly on the first and third Tuesday on the second floor of the Great Western Bank, corner of Main and Third streets, downtown Los Altos. Call Shelly at 941-3503 or Cameron at 949-0815.
Mid-Peninsula Network Breakfast for Women meets Tuesdays, 7:15 a.m. New members wishing to network for their business or profession are welcome. Call Barbara at 493-3959.
Great Books Group meets second Wednesday of every month, 8-10 p.m. at Oak Creek Clubhouse, 1610 Oak Creek Drive, Palo Alto. Call 321-9920.
Speech Improvement and Leadership Skills Training Mountain View Foothills ITC Club is a self-help group for learning speaking and leadership skills that meets every first and third Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Union Bank in Palo Alto. Call 967-6466 or 948-0276.
Stanford Newton User Group meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Printers Inc. Bookstore Cafe, 310 California Ave., Palo Alto.
Stanford/Palo Alto PC User Group meets the last Wednesday of every month, 7:30 p.m. in the Conference Center at EPRI, 3412 Hillview, Palo Alto. All welcome. Call Bev Altman at 329-8252.
Delta Zeta Alumni of the San Francisco Peninsula meets on the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. in homes around the Peninsula. The club is open to all alumni of Delta Zeta Sorority. Call Kelly Rubingh at 327-7141.
Quotables Toastmasters Club meets every Wednesday 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at lobby conference room Building A, 1801 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto. Call Chao at 424-2159.
Early Risers Toastmasters Club meets Tuesdays 6:30-8 a.m. at Lyon's Restaurant, 4298 El Camino Real, Los Altos. Guests and drop-ins are welcome. Call 493-5393.
Telstar Pacesetters Toastmasters meets the second and fourth Tuesday at OICW, 1200 O'Brien, Menlo Park, from 6:30-8 p.m. Beginners are welcome. Call David Dailey at 854-0476.
Toastmasters of Menlo Park Presbyterian Church meets every Thursday, 7:30-9 p.m. in Room A-21, 920 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park. Beginners are welcome. Call Lee at 326-2577 or Ellen at 493-2054.
From Both Sides Now Perspectives of a physician whose child was treated for cancer. Meg Durbin, MD, will speak April 18, 8-9 p.m. at Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital Auditorium, 725 Welch Road, Palo Alto. Reception following.
Living Consciously A workshop to identify what parts of your soul need the most care and attention. April 19, 1:30-5:30 at the Live Oak Center for the Healing Arts in Menlo Park. $35. Call Dan Messinger at 263-0463.
Confronting the Brownlash on Population A lecture by Anne Ehrlich, Senior Research Associate, Biological Sciences, Associate Director, Center for Conservation Biology. April 21, 2-3 p.m. at Senior Center of Palo Alto, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. $2. Call 327-2811. Part of the G. Derwood Baker Lecture Series.
The Promise of African Youth in Africa's Future Development a lecture by Ms. Hafsat Abiola April 21, 7 p.m. at Stanford History Center, Room 2, Building 200, Stanford University. Reception immediately following.
How to Master Change in Your Life: Sixty-seven Ways to Handle Life's Toughest Moments A mini-workshop with Mary Carroll Moore, followed by book signing April 21, 7:30-9 p.m. at Borders Books and Music, 456 University Ave., Palo Alto.
Free Travel Seminar - Around the World Destinations Video and slide presentation "What's New in the World of Tauck Tours" April 22, 7 p.m. at Sides Travel Service, 632 Emerson St., Palo Alto. Call 321-1111 for reservations. Space is limited.
Micromachines and Microsensors A lecture by Professor Thomas W. Kenny, Stanford University, April 24, 4:15-5:30 p.m. at Terman Auditorium, Stanford University. Free admission. Call 725-4811.
Childbirth Assistant Doula training orientation meeting April 25, 7-9 p.m. at the Peninsula Birth Connection. For all those interested in becoming a childbirth assistant. Call 856-4120 for information and directions.
Taking Control of Stress A workshop led by Barbara Kirsch, Ph.D., clinical psychologist, in Palo Alto April 26, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Advance registration is required. Call 322-2550 to register.
Restoring Balance to a Mother's Busy Life Navigate motherhood without losing your sanity April 29, 7-9 p.m. at JCC-Xerox Parent Resource Center, 655 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto. Learn to set boundaries, create a sanctuary place, brief rituals to reduce stress, restoring the body, division of household duties, and more. Led by Beth Wilson, author of "Meditations for New Mothers," "Meditations for Mothers of Toddlers," and "Restoring Balance to a Mother's Busy Life." The fee is $12. Call 493-0563, ext. 258.
Emotional Intelligence A five-part series based on Daniel Goleman's "Emotional Intelligence," Wednesday evenings during April. Presenter and discussion leader is Bill Jacobsen of the Humanist Community. "Windows of Opportunity" April 23; "Emotional Literacy" April 30. Socializing begins 7:30 p.m., program at 8 p.m. at Humanist Center in Stanford Villa Professional Building, 3525 Alma, Palo Alto. Call 424-8626.
Adoptees Liberty Movement Association For adoptees and birthparents. Meets the second Saturday of each month for a search workshop from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at 3412 Ross Road, Palo Alto. Call (510) 523-4774.
Shyness, How to Deal With It A free drop-in clinic is sponsored by the Shyness Institute the first and third Friday evening of each month beginning at 7 p.m. The Shyness Institute is located at 407 Burgess Dr., Menlo Park. Call 328-6115.
Claiming Our Greater Fertility: Gatherings of Women Without Children Workshops offered by Wendy L. Rogers, Ph.D. Gathering are for women who have experienced infertility or are childfree by chance or due to the loss of fertility. Each workshop is a series of six gatherings scheduled to meet every other week in Palo Alto. Call 856-8585.
Freedom From Stress Free introductory lecture on transcendental meditation technique at Maharishi Vedic School every Wednesday at 8 p.m., 1101 Embarcadero Road (at St. Francis), Palo Alto. Call 424-8800.
Parenting Adolescents A workshop to be led by Jane Radford-Barker, Ph.D. at the JCC-Xerox Parent Resource Center, 655 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto. Topics to be covered include: understanding adolescents' needs, understanding the family of origin's influences on parenting style, how to reduce conflict and increase understanding & cooperation, when to set limits and when not to, how to decrease the power of peer pressure, empowering teens to make right choices. Thursday, every month, 7-9 p.m. $15 per meeting. Pre-register to receive preparatory information. Call 493-0563, ext. 258.
Girls Thriving in the 1990s and Beyond A workshop for girls in junior high and high school to increase their ability to cope with their lives now and into the future. The groups focus on self-esteem, stress reduction, media-watching with a critical eye, and goal setting and achievement. Call Pat Adams for details at 854-7248.
Success Through Communication is the subject of a free lecture program offered at Scientology Palo Alto on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. The lecture is designed to teach ways to improve communication and understanding. Scientology Palo Alto is located at 410 Cambridge Ave., Suite C, Palo Alto. Call 853-0602 for reservations and information.
Coping with the Blues An eight-week course about dealing with depression and mood swings in our lives and relationships. Topics include understanding causes and results, healing, grief, self-esteem and relationships. Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. at Menlo Park Presbyterian Church. Call Joanna Watson at 327-4909.
Slide Shows & Talks at Phileas Fogg's Admission to slide shows and talks is $2, good toward any purchase of $10 or more at any time. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Phileas Fogg's is located at No. 87 in the Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto. Call 327-1754.
Peter Foley Open Studios Featuring artifacts, constructions, small works. April 19 and 20 at Studio E-6, Cubberley Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto.
Marguerite Saegesser An exhibition of paintings and prints through May 17 at Smith Andersen Editions, 440 Pepper Ave., Palo Alto. Hours by appointment. A reception for the artist will be held April 26, 3-5 p.m. Call 328-7762.
Bloomsbury Art in Bay Area Collections Through April 27 and May 20 through June 15 at Stanford University Art Gallery, Serra Street near Hoover Tower, Stanford campus. Hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 p.m.; Closed Mondays. Admission is free. Call 723-4177.
The Black and White of Philip Ribaudo and the Fiber Art of Dorit Elisha through April 27 at Gallery House, 538 Ramona St., Palo Alto Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call 326-1668.
A Walk Beside the Water Silks, watercolors and 3-dimensional frames by artists Linda Ayre at The Body Therapy Center, 368 California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 855-9995.
Female Nudes by Linda Ayre on display at Klara Turner Hairdressers, 1010 Alma, Menlo Park. Call 855-9995.
Landscape photographs by local artist William Henry through May 23 at Stanford Faculty Club, Lagunita Drive, Stanford University.
Works by Bob Byerley A realist painter of nostalgic Americana exhibits recent works on canvas through May 4 at Gallery Michael, 164 Main St., Los Altos. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 949-1880.
The Peninsula Watercolor Group is exhibiting paintings through April 30 at the Palo Alto Medical Clinic, second floor, 300 Homer, Palo Alto. The show includes scenes and buildings familiar to Santa Clara residents plus Central American and European views. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon.
Dan May Monoprints, Linocuts, Paintings on display through May 2 at Anita Seipp Gallery, Castilleja School, 1311 Emerson St., Palo Alto. Hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 328-3160, ext. 406.
Journeys in Mexico and California Watercolors by Steve Curl through April 30 at St. Michael's Alley, 806 Emerson St., Palo Alto. A reception for the artist will be held April 20, 3-5 p.m. Call 326-2530 or 328-3499.
Secret Places Featuring watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel and oriental brush paintings, etchings, monoprints, woodcuts, drawings, jewelry, ceramics and cards through May 3 at Viewpoints Gallery, 315 State St., Los Altos. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Call 941-5789.
Art exhibit by students of Linda Corbett The exhibit demonstrates the skill and artistry accomplished by students under Linda Corbett. Through April 30 at Studio One, Pacific Art League of Palo Alto, 668 Ramona St., Palo Alto. Call 321-3891.
On & Off the Wall Works by Pacific Art League members using any media, 2-dimensional or 3-dimensional through April 30 at Main Gallery, Pacific Art League of Palo Alto, 668 Ramona St., Palo Alto. Call 321-3891.
Jonathan Barnes and R.J. Truman Barnes will exhibit collage and paintings, Truman will exhibit sculpture through May 31 at Town Hall Chambers, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills. Hours are Monday through Friday, 1-5 p.m. Call 941-7222.
Trains, Planes, Automobiles Works by O. Winston Link and others through May 23 at Photographer's Gallery, 536 Ramona St., Palo Alto. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Thursday evenings, 7-9 p.m.
Mingei & Merchants featuring 19th century mingei or Japanese folk art through April 27 at Palo Alto Cultural Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 7-9 p.m.; and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Call 329-2366.
American Masters of the 20th Century A selection of paintings, works on paper and ceramics through May 3 at Robert Aichele Fine Arts, 1618 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 462-9030.
Body Language: The Human Form in Art Featuring sculpture, paintings, textiles, coins, vessels, prints, drawings, and photographs through April 27 at Stanford University Art Gallery, Serra Street near Hoover Tower. Hours are Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Closed Mondays. Call 723-4177 or 723-2842.
The Virtual Gallery, 102 University Ave., Palo Alto. A collection of original works and prints by well known and emerging international and local artists. The gallery offers patrons the advantage of being able to view an artist's entire collection by means of a database, displayed on a seven by five foot screen. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thurs. and Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Call 327-6785.
Anderson Collection of Contemporary Art Free docent-led tours of the private collection of works by some of the major post-World War II artists (David Park, Richard Diebenkorn, Sam Francis, David Gilhooly and Richard Arneson, among others) are offered the third Thursday of each month. The collection is housed at Quadrus, 2400 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park. Call 854-5160.
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction classes Two eight-week classes offered either Mondays April 21 through June 9, 7-9:30 p.m. or Wednesdays April 23 through June 11, 3-5:30 p.m. at the Integrated Healing Arts Center, 4157 El Camino Way, Palo Alto. Call 694-8971.
Qigong A breath based exercise class to enhance the body's organic functions. Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m., April 22 through June 17. $54 for the session or drop-in for $7. Mid-Peninsula YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call 494-0972.
Conflict Resolution for Families Learn the process for individuals to use in resolving family disputes. Class meets April 22, 6-7:30 p.m. at Mid-Peninsula YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. $25. Call 494-0972.
Restoring Balance to a Mother's Busy Life Navigate motherhood without losing your sanity April 29, 7-9 p.m. at JCC-Xerox Parent Resource Center, 655 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto. Learn to set boundaries, create a sanctuary place, brief rituals to reduce stress, restoring the body, division of household duties, and more. Led by Beth Wilson, author of "Meditations for New Mothers," "Meditations for Mothers of Toddlers," and "Restoring Balance to a Mother's Busy Life." The fee for the class is $12. Call 493-0563, ext. 258.
Conflict Resolution for Older Adults Designed for adult children with elderly parents as well as young seniors. Class meets May 6, 6-7:30 p.m. at Mid-Peninsula YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. $24. Call 494-0972.
The Art of Body Listening Group forming. Join others in this unique process of connecting to your essence. Call Elizabeth at 424-1256.
Hot Metal Printing The Museum of American Heritage is offering classes in letter press printing. Each student will learn a little of the history of printing and then do some hot metal typesetting using the museum's linotype typesetting machine. Call John Grant for class times at 494-0433.
The Writing Planet announces the opening of registration for spring and summer creative writing classes. Call 590-2856.
The Peninsula Birth Connection, a pregnancy and childbirth support center offers classes in childbirth preparation, refresher classes as well as prenatal and postpartum support groups. Call 856-2140 for more information.
Classes at Common Ground Ecological Landscape Design and Maintenance April 19, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $10. Plan Your Summer Garden April 26, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $10. Eat Your Garden May 3, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $10. Gardening With Natives May 17, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $10. Creating a Garden Cuisine May 18, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $10. Container Gardening May 24, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $10. Common Ground, 2225 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Advance registration is recommended for all classes. Call 328-6752.
Stress ReductionMindfulness Based Stress Reduction classes, based on methods developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts, will begin April 21 at the Integrated Healing Arts Center, 4157 El Camino Way, Palo Alto. Classes run for eight weeks. Call Terry Craven for more information, 694-8971.
TV Production Orientation A free one-hour orientation and tour at Mid-Peninsula Access Corporation, 3200 Park Blvd., Palo Alto, for those interested in public access cable TV Channel 6, learning to produce TV programs with video field production equipment or in the TV studio. Orientation available most Monday evenings, 7-8 p.m. Call Annie at 494-8686.
Mother/Baby Workout Learn stretching and toning exercises while holding and playing with your baby. Babies must be at least six weeks old and not walking yet. Class is ongoing, join at any time. Held Fridays, 11:15 a.m.-noon at Dance Visions Studio, Cubberley Community Center L-3, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call Laura Zweig at 324-8751.
Build Personal Power with Kundalini Yoga Many benefits including improved concentration, creativity and increased physical energy. Classes held 9:30 a.m. Sundays at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 744 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto. $50 per month for non-students; $30 per month for students (sliding scale also available). Call Michael Cougar at 368-1281.
Become a Bestselling Author Ongoing class taught by Carol Susan Roth, producer and promoter of top authors. Call 323-3795 for class schedule.
Jazz Stretch/Dance Every Monday, Tuesday and Friday, 9:15 a.m. and every Wednesday, 4 p.m. at DanceVisions, 4000 Middlefield Road, Room L3, Palo Alto. $10 per class.
Congolese African Drumming Ongoing class with Ma Boukaka meets Tuesdays. Beginning class is 7-8:30 p.m. and advanced class is 8:30-10 p.m. at Peninsula School in Menlo Park. Call 325-1566.
Zorina's Beginning African Drum Class Thursdays, 7 p.m. African and Caribbean polyrhythms, songs and chants. Drums are available. Call 493-8046.
Chinese Calligraphy for Beginners Lessons in Chinese calligraphy will be offered the first Saturday of each month 10-11 a.m. at Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. The class is free and taught by Marie Hu. Register at Hua Kuang Chinese Reading Room H4 (Mon., Wed., Fri. and Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.) or by calling 856-3733.
About Kids A six-week course for separating and divorcing families is being offered by Center for Changing Families of Family Service Mid-Peninsula. The course is available evenings and Saturdays at a sliding fee scale. Children and teens meet with kids their own age, while parents meet with other parents. Divorcing parents are in separate groups. Call 326-6576.
Stroke Survivors The Foothill College REACH Program for adults offers mobility and gait training; speech, language and communication and daily living skills. Continuous enrollment. Reach program is at Foothill College Middlefield Campus, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 354-8380.
Computer Tutoring Service Learn computer skills at your own pace with one-to-one support for beginners to advanced. Learn systems software for Macintosh and Windows covering home and/or business applications, how to go on-line and how to browse, using your first computer. Evenings and weekends at your convenience. Call Morgan Wise at 326-0556.
Acting, Improv, and Performance Improvisational skills, scene work and audition preparation; exploration of performance art, storytelling, movement and dance. Performance opportunity. Ongoing classes held Mondays, 7:15-10 p.m. in Palo Alto. $100 per month. Call Constance Wise at 326-0556.
Enhancing Your Speaking Voice and Presentation Skills For public speaking, meetings, presentations, telephone manner, business, and self-empowerment. Ongoing classes held Mondays, 7:15-8:15 p.m. $72. Classes held in Palo Alto. Private lessons available. Call Constance Wise at 326-0556.
Personal Life Coaching classes and workshops Develop lifetime strategies for improved quality of life, focus and balance. Clarify your goals, manage self-esteem barriers, and tackle procrastination in personal, professional, and academic life. Includes exercises and practical techniques. Workshops/labs, book tutorials, get-away retreats and small classes begin each month at a Palo Alto location. Preregistration recommended. Call Laura Worth, MSW, at 949-4230.
Borders Books Marilyn Yalom will read from "A History of the Breast" April 24, 7:30 p.m. "Animals as Teachers & Healers: True Stories & Reflections" by Susan Chernak McElroy April 26, 2 p.m. "Internet for Dummies" 4th Edition Book Release Party April 27, 2 p.m. 456 University Ave., Palo Alto. Call 326-3670.
Kepler's Books Annual Student Reading Night with UC Berkeley Extension students April 21. Jon Lee Anderson will read from "Che Guevara" April 23. Ann-Marie MacDonald will read from "Fall on Your Knees" April 24. All readings begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 324-4321.
Printers Inc. Gerda Lerner will read from "Why History Matters: Life and Thought" April 23. Harry Wu will read from "Troublemaker: One Man's Crusade Against China's Cruelty" April 24, 7 p.m. (simulcast on KFJC Radio, 89.7 FM). All readings begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. 310 California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 327-6500.
Health Screenings at the Senior Center of Palo Alto Blood pressure screening every Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Senior Center of Palo Alto, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. No appointments necessary for blood pressure screening. Call 327-2811 ext. 11.
Saturday Senior Center Happenings Entertainment, games, classes, drop-in activities and refreshments, all now on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy a movie or musical program beginning at 1 or 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center of Palo Alto, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Call 327-2811.
Caring for an Older Spouse An ongoing group that meets twice a month on Tuesdays, 1:30-3 p.m. at the Senior Center of Palo Alto. Newcomers are welcome to share in mutual support and practical advice. Call Mimi Goodrich at 327-2811 for dates and more information.
Senior Friendship Days The Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, hosts Senior Friendship Day every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Events include exercise and craft classes, dancing classes and more. Call Betsy Dickie at 856-7750.
Mitchell Park Senior Dancers meets Fridays 7:30-10:15 p.m at 3800 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Enjoy ballroom dancing on hardwood floor to a live band. Music from the '30s, '40s and '50s. $4. Call 326-1483.
Thursday Senior Programs presented at the Albert L. Schultz Jewish Community Center All programs at 12:30 p.m. in the Senior Community Room at the JCC, 655 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto. All programs are free. Call 493-9400.
Senior Touch Therapeutic massage to relieve chronic pain, stiffness and stress for those 60 and older. Offered by Herman Chan, C.M.T. $15 for half-hour. Wednesdays and Fridays 9:15 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Senior Center of Palo Alto, 450 Bryant St. For appointments, call 327-2811.
Sunday Programs at Little House All programs begin at 1:30 p.m. and are free and open to the public. Little House, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Call 326-2025.
Monday Movies at Little House Members and friends of Little House are welcome to attend the movies on Mondays at 1 p.m. in the auditorium at 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Admission is 25 cents. Call 326-2025.
Hiking with Little House Join Nancy Hawtrey as she leads 3- to 5-mile hikes on Mondays through the parks in the Bay Area. All hikes depart from Little House, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park at 9 a.m. and return by 3 p.m. $45 for three hikes, $20 for a single hike. Transportation is by chartered bus. Wear comfortable shoes and bring lunch and water. Call 326-2025 for schedule.
Senior Home Repair Low-cost electrical, plumbing, painting, furnace and handyman repairs for all Palo Alto/Stanford homeowners 55 and older. Subsidies for low-income seniors. A service of the Senior Coordinating Council of the Palo Alto Area. Call 327-2811, ext. 25.
Adventure walks, runs, bike rides and swims sponsored by the Fifty-Plus Fitness Association. Local outings in Palo Alto, Portola Valley and Stanford. Rain or shine, includes all holidays except Christmas. Call 323-6160 for more information.
Psychotronix Film Festival Featuring the best of the last five years of early television commercials, movie trailers and cartoons April 19 at Foothill College, Room F-12, Los Altos Hills. The festival begins at 7 p.m. A $5 donation at the door benefits radio station KFJC. Parking cost is $2. Call 949-7099.
CYSA Soccer Portola Valley Wild Things under 12 boys for Fall 1997 (born after 7/31/85). Tryout by attending Spring practices at Portola Valley Town Center Wednesdays and Fridays, 4:30-6:15 p.m. Call 851-4219 or 851-0893.
Youth Baseball Athletic League (YBAL) Register for coed T-ball and baseball for ages 4-14. Featuring pre-game skill clinics, building basic baseball skills, individual instruction and instilling confidence and self esteem in players. Everyone plays every inning of every game, no bench time. Games are played Saturdays only starting this spring. To register, call (800) 477-9225.
Free Golf Club Fittings and Demo Days Held Tuesdays and Fridays at Strokes Golf Club Outlet, Charleston Plaza, 3962 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 843-0796.
Tennis at Ladera Oaks Experienced USPTA pros make tennis fun to play and easy to learn, and can help any level of player progress. Daytime and evening schedule. Also inquire about the free "Play Tennis America" program for beginner and infrequent (or rusty) players. Call 854-6661.
Stanford campus walk and run Meets the fourth Saturday of the month at the Track House, Angell Field just west of Stanford Stadium on Galvez Street at 8:45 a.m., leave at 9 a.m. There is an easy walk option. Call Mildred King at 328-7225.
Palo Alto Masters swim meets the last Sunday of every month at Rinconada Masters Swim Club, 777 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, at 10:30 a.m. Swim from 10:30 a.m. until noon. Call 323-6160 or 329-2351.
Palo Alto Soccer Club For information about the soccer club, call 361-0561.
Westbay Iris Society Show Featuring hundreds of blooms April 20, 1-5 p.m. at Gamble Garden Center, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto. Free and open to the public. Call 948-4809.
Africa Week at Stanford University Oriki Theater Drumming Ceremony April 21, noon at White Plaza; "The Promise of African Youth in Africa's Future Development" lecture by Hafsat Abiola April 21, 7 p.m. at History Corner, Building 200, Room 2; Africa Table, panel of speakers on "Entrepreneurship Amongst African Youth" April 23, noon at Bechtel International Center; Culture Night with drumming, dance, fashions, storytelling and cultural displays April 24, 7 p.m. at Tresidder Union, Oak Lounge; Africa Night April 26, 7 p.m. at Lagunita Dining Hall. $7 general, $5 students. Call 988-0601.
Herbal Discussion Group For those interested in herbs. Meetings held Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Call Lynn Hanlon at 326-7613.
PAST Walking Tours Walking tours of historic districts in Palo Alto are offered by Palo Alto-Stanford Heritage each Saturday of the month. Tour Professorville on the first, third or fifth Saturday. Downtown tours are available the second and fourth Saturdays. All tours begin at the Downtown Library on Forest Avenue at 10 a.m. A $2 donation is requested. Call 299-8878 for more information.
Gourmet Vegetarian Dinners Every Monday, 6:30 p.m. Sit down $11 or takeout $10. A suggested donation of $5 for lectures that follow the dinners at First Baptist Church, 305 N. California Ave. at Bryant Street, Palo Alto. Sponsored by the Peninsula Macrobiotic Community. Call 599-3320.
Launch Your Invention or Business Now A mentoring service for the struggling inventor/entrepreneur. Promote your ideas or inventions, demystify inventing, assemble your resources, strategize commercialization. Whether your goal is to license to a Fortune 500 company or build your own enterprise, three decades of inventing, patenting and business experience will help you with a mentor-for-hire. Call Robert Bornn at 323-1946.
Vegetarian Friends The group holds its monthly potluck dinner in Palo Alto on the third Saturday of every month. Both vegetarian and vegan food is served, and you need not be a vegetarian to attend. A guest speaker typically addresses the diners after the meal. Call 948-2209 for location and other information.
Open Passover Seder for the Jewish public Held by Rabbi Yehoshua and Batya Landes from Perth, Australia. April 21 at the Chabad Center, 3070 Louis Road, Palo Alto. The Passover Seder will begin at 8:30 p.m. and be preceded by services starting at 7:40 p.m. $40 adults, $20 children under 12. Reservations required. Call Greg Close at 424-9800.
Spontaneous evening of Chanting, Meditation and Healing with Serena Smith, Reiki Master and Spiritual Translator. April 24, 7-8 p.m. at Lotions & Potions, 472 University Ave., Palo Alto. $10. Call 322-2284.
Kindred Spirits or Dancing the Sacred Spiral Dynamic program facilitating personal growth and awareness through creative meditative experiences. Every Monday, 7-9 p.m. in Los Altos. $15 drop in or series discount. Led by Terry Segal, Healing Arts Practitioner. Call 949-3942.
Dances of Universal Peace Second and fourth Saturdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Unitarian Church, 505 E. Charleston, Palo Alto. Simple circle dances to sacred phrases from many spiritual traditions. No partner needed, only an open heart. Donations accepted. Call 493-1852.
Ananda Church of Self Realization Offers guidance and support for those who understand spirituality in terms of inner freedom and soul joy and who strive to experience these divine states within themselves. It is a positive, practical blend of mystical Christianity with the meditation tradition of the East. For information about classes, Sunday worship service or a free brochure call 323-3363.
Coffee Break Women's Bible Study Informal Bible discussions Wednesdays at 10 a.m., 687 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto. Child care for infants and toddlers. Free. Call Judi at 941-5344.
House & Garden Faire Resources for your house and garden to enhance the neighborhood of Barron Park, April 19. Information tables from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Hoover School, 800 Barron Ave., Palo Alto. Self guided walking tour from 1-4 p.m. featuring open gardens and open interiors with ideas for the garden and home. Admission is free. Plants will be available for sale at Hoover School from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call 493-8051 or 493-8054 for more information.
Nature Walks at Foothills Park Docent-led, gently-paced tours of selected trails to explore seasonal changes in plant life and animal trails and habitats. Every second and fourth Wednesday. Meet at the front gate of the Park on upper Page Mill Road at 9 a.m.
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Offering a variety of hikes for all levels. Call 691-1200 for reservations, location of hikes and directions.
Women's Conference at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Finding peace is the theme of the conference April 19. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. with luncheon at the church, 1105 Valparaiso Ave., Menlo Park. Nine different topics and speakers. All women welcome. $4 suggested donation. Reservations required. Call 851-3100.
Living Well and Dying Well: A New Perspective and Timeless Teachings Health professionals, psychologists, spiritual leaders and modern-day explorers will present new, innovative research as well as timeless spiritual teachings on the topic. April 19 and 20, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Spangenberg Auditorium, Gunn High School, Palo Alto. Presented by the University of California of Santa Cruz Extension, Humanities Department. $185. Call (408) 427-6695.
Smoking Cessation Program Free introductory class April 21, 7-8 p.m. at Palo Alto Medical Foundation, 920 Bryant St., upstairs in Room A, Palo Alto. Registration will take place at this meeting. $165 for seven sessions. Call 853-2960.
Keeping Healthy: Guidelines for Preventive Care A physician panel will discuss recommendations for routine health care for all ages infancy through older years. April 22, 7-8:30 p.m. at Palo Alto Medical Foundation, upstairs in Urgent Care Building, 920 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Free. Call 853-2960.
Stopping Falls Before They Happen A lecture for seniors April 23, 2:30-4:30 p.m. at Palo Alto Medical Foundation, upstairs in Urgent Care Building, 920 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Call 853-2960.
Prenatal and Postpartum Massage Learn to manage the discomforts of pregnancy and prepare for labor at the Peninsula Birth Connection. Call 856-2140.
Body Therapies for Natural Menopause Two experiential workshops exploring yoga, therapeutic massage and stress reduction for menopause well being and symptom relief. Introductory evening April 18, 7-9 p.m. at Two Sisters Bookshop in Menlo Park. One-day workshop April 19, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Unitarian Fellowship in Redwood City. Call 321-2717.
Support Network for Battered Women in Mountain View offer free and very low cost psychotherapy to battered women/formerly battered women and their children who reside in Palo Alto and Los Altos. All inquiries handled confidentially. Call weekdays, 940-7855.
Alexander Technique Learn how to regain good posture and effortless movement. Ongoing instruction in improving posture, balance and coordination; reducing tension and pain. Jill Geiger, certified teacher, at Town & Country Village, Palo Alto. Call 325-8806.
Yoga & Meditation workshop Learn the practices of yoga and meditation on the second Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at 27160 Moody Road, Los Altos Hills (about 2 miles beyond Foothill College). $30 (includes vegetarian lunch). Call Victoria at 322-4626.
The Cardiac Therapy Foundation Exercise classes daily, supervised by R.N.'s. M.D. referral necessary. Classes are held in the gym at the Jewish Community Center, 655 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto. Call 494-1300.
Meditation group Men and women are invited to join in for meditation Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Vallombrosa Center, 250 Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park. Call Ruth or V.J. at 325-5614.
A Healing Breath Workshop for people with cancer and their caretakers. During the course, you will learn techniques for overcoming emotional and physical burdens of life-threatening illness. Call 326-4740 for more information.
Need counseling services? The clinic at the Mental Research Institute, M.R.I., in Palo Alto offers counseling to individuals, couples or families. The clinic works with a variety of problems including the effects of attention difficulties and other school problems, depressed or angry adolescents in conflict with parents, individuals struggling with anorexia, etc. Fees are on a sliding scale. Call 306-0433.
Pre- and Post-Natal Exercise The Palo Alto Family YMCA offers Pre- and Post-Natal Exercise Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:45-11:45 a.m. The YMCA is at 3412 Ross Road, Palo Alto. Call Gordon Balena at 856-YMCA.
Adventure walks, runs, bike rides and swims sponsored by the Fifty-Plus Fitness Association. Local outings in Palo Alto, Portola Valley and Stanford. Rain or shine, includes all holidays except Christmas. Call 323-6160 for more information.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Study Volunteers between the ages of 8-17 with OCD are needed for a free medication treatment study at Stanford University. Participants must be in good health and able to come to Stanford for weekday appointments. Call Kristen at 723-8601.
Volunteers for Depression Study Adults over 18 are needed for a free medication treatment study at Stanford University. Participants must be in good health, not currently taking medication for depression and able to come to Stanford for weekday appointments. Call Kristen at 723-8601.
Seeking Depressed Persons 65 Years or Older If you are currently not in treatment, you are needed for a free research treatment study of depression at Stanford Medical School. Call 725-4620.
Stanford Study of the effects of group psychotherapy for people with HIV Participation involves receiving educational information and possibly weekly group psychotherapy, as well as completing four interviews over one year, earning $25 for each one. Call Michelle Gill at 723-2661.
Depressed two or more years? Depressed volunteers, ages 18-75, currently not in treatment, needed for a depression treatment study at Stanford Medical School. Free medication and/or psychotherapy. Call 725-4620.
Subjects needed for Stanford sleep study Participants 55 years or older, who are dissatisfied with their sleep, are needed for research program of behavioral (non-drug) treatments for insomnia. Call Kerry O'Connell at 852-3458.
Asthmatics and nonasthmatics needed Adults with or without a history of asthma are needed for participation in a study examining the function of bronchial-alveolar lining cells in the human immune response. Volunteers will undergo bronchoscopy and alveolar lavage performed by an experienced ICU physician. The procedure is safe, short and painless. Compensation is $150 plus $4 for each 10cc of blood drawn. Call Dr. Dale Umetsu or Dr. Paul Hwang at 723-8224 or 723-5227.
Breast Cancer/Depression Study Stanford University Medical Center researchers are looking for women with breast cancer (stage II, III, or IV) who are also depressed. This is a study for the effectiveness of medication treatment for depression in women with breast cancer. Call Betsy at 725-4620.
Subjects needed for reproductive function study Dr. Martha Morrell and associates in the Stanford Comprehensive Epilepsy Center are conducting a study of menstrual, ovulatory and sexual function in women. Seeking women ages 18-50 who have been diagnosed with epilepsy and women who have not been diagnosed with epilepsy to serve as a comparison group. Call Jen at 725-6648.
Sequoia High School Classes of 1944, 1945, 1946 and 1947 Reunion May 17, 2-9 p.m. at Palo Alto Elks Club. Call Anita McManus at 365-0647.
Windmill School Anniversary Reunion Picnic May 18 at the Portola Valley Town Center. Alums invited to attend. Call 851-0771 with address for mailing list.
Community Production Team Public Access Cable Channel 6 is looking for volunteers who will work together on a studio production crew that will enable many different organizations, ethnic and cultural groups to communicate. Learn how to operate studio production equipment and how to function as a team with crew positions and a director. Orientation and tour of station available most Mondays, 7-8 p.m. Call Annie at 494-8686.
Parental Stress Hotline and Teenline Volunteers consultants are needed to staff the hot lines that provide free, confidential listening and referral services to parents and teenagers. These services are programs of Family Service Mid-Peninsula. Extensive training provided. Applications now being accepted for the April 1997 training session. Call 326-6576.
Volunteer at the Palo Alto Senior Center Computer lab tutors, bulk mailers, library reference associates, social work assistants, Information desk, and computer lab receptionists, and weekend program hosts are needed. Call Sue at 327-2811.
Canopy: Trees for Palo Alto A new organization housed at the Peninsula Conservation Center is seeking volunteers to work in the office to assist the Executive Director to coordinate tree plantings, enter information into a database, answer phones, prepare mailings, schedule meetings. Will negotiate time commitment, but ideal is two or three hours per week. Call Jeanne McDonnell at 694-6110.
Canteen Host and Hostess are needed at the Stanford Medical School Blood Center. Duties include serving refreshments to donors and monitoring their health after their donation. Friendly and outgoing individuals willing to train are invited to call. Positions available at Palo Alto and Mountain View center. Call Maureen Roskoph at 723-6795 for an interview and a tour.
Hidden Villa is looking for volunteer guides to help teach children from preschool through sixth grade about farm animals, organic gardens and the ecosystem of the 1,600 acre farm and wilderness preserve. No experience necessary. Learn creative, hands-on strategies for sparking kids interest in caring for the earth and each other. Call 949-8655.
Children's Grief Program Kara, a non-profit organization, regularly holds informational meeting for prospective volunteer facilitators to serve in semi-monthly support groups for children, adolescents and parents grieving the death of a loved one. Meetings are held at the First Baptist Church of Palo Alto, 305 N. California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 321-5859.
Drivers Needed The Meals-on-Wheels program at Peninsula Volunteers Little House needs two drivers on a regular basis on Mondays at 10 a.m. to deliver meals to shut-ins and handicapped seniors in the Menlo Park area. Call 323-2022.
The Family Resource Library at Packard Children's Hospital needs friendly volunteers with strong clerical skills to staff the library during daytime hours. Volunteers also are needed to read to children waiting for clinic appointments during the day. Call Erika Powelson at 497-8915.
American Red Cross needs volunteers in several areas. If you enjoy working with kids, you can volunteer as a child care provider or as an instructor for a program to teach children techniques such as CPR and First-Aid. For those who enjoy teaching, there is an ongoing need for instructors. Call 688-0431 for a list of other opportunities.
Volunteer for Children's Art Program If you enjoy learning about art, like children, have good communication skills, and can commit to one and a half hours a week, become a docent with Project LOOK!, a children's art program. No experience necessary. Training provided at the Palo Alto Cultural Center. Call 329-2176 for an appointment.
The Peninsula Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired needs volunteers to offer emotional support and assist with reading, errands or exercise for those who are blind or visually impaired. The center is located at 2470 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Clients live between South San Francisco and San Jose. Call 858-0202.
Friendly visitors for Holocaust Survivors Jewish Family and Children's Services is currently recruiting community members to volunteer as friendly visitors with older adults who are survivors of the Holocaust. Volunteers must be able to work with elders, have sensitivity to individuals' experiences in the Holocaust and have knowledge or interest in learning about the Holocaust. Volunteers must commit to four to six hours each month for one year. Training will be provided. Call Sheryl Groden at 561-1244.
The Stanford Medical School Blood Center needs canteen hosts and hostesses to serve donors and monitor their health after their donation. Also there are positions for donor room assistant and clerical assistants. Call Maureen Roskoph at 723-6795 for an interview and a tour.
Stanford University Medical Center Auxiliary is seeking mature volunteers to work in the Intensive Care Units. Volunteers are needed to take care of the waiting room and offer support and comfort to the families. Volunteers are needed for 3 1/2 hour shifts either a.m. or p.m. Call 723-6636.
Cat lovers needed to help homeless cats No experience necessary. Openings and trainings in fostering, feeding, spay/neuter and trapping, adoptions, publications, computer graphics and data entry, and public education. Call CatWorks at the Palo Alto Humane Society at 327-0631, Ext. 3, leave name, phone number, city and interests.
English in Action needs volunteers to converse in English for one hour weekly with Stanford scholars or spouses from abroad. Call 366-1407 or 326-5252.
Volunteer Tutors are needed to tutor at Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School for the after-school program that runs Monday-Friday, 3:15-5 p.m. All subject areas are needed. Call Marty Peterson at 856-5157.
Partners in Learning The tutoring program of Palo Alto Adult School is recruiting volunteer tutors to work with adults who are learning English. Volunteers receive free training and ongoing support. You do not have to speak a foreign language or have teaching experience. Call 364-9718.
Give nature a hand Restore biodiversity in our state parks by removing invasive exotic plants. Projects every Sunday. Call Wildlands Restoration Team at (408) 662-3039.
Family Service Mid-Peninsula needs volunteers in its consignment clothing resale shop, Repeat Performance. Staff shop, sort and tag clothes and assist customers, 3-4 hours per week, flexible. The shop is located at 2323 Birch St., Palo Alto. Call Pauline Sly at 322-3657.
The East Palo Alto Community Garden at 831 Weeks St. needs volunteers every Saturday 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The garden is a collaborative project of the East Palo Alto Historical and Agricultural Society (EPA HAS) and Bay Area Action. Call 325-9184.
Peninsula Conservation Center Foundation is recruiting volunteers to help in its library. Volunteers provide library assistance to patrons, shelve materials and assist in cataloging. Call 962-9876.
Feeling Good (Whether in a relationship or not) An ongoing support group for women. Cost is $20-$40 per session. Led by Ann Gifford, LCSW, MFCC. Call 327-3484.
Neuropathy A support group for sufferers of neuropathy meets once a month in Palo Alto. Call 493-3752 for details.
Artlife A group for artists, writers, and those interested in the arts with a focus on spiritual growth and the discovery of our creative selves. Meets Saturday afternoons 4-5:30 p.m. in the patio room at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 505 E. Charleston Ave., Palo Alto. Call 941-0627.
Prenatal and Postpartum support groups offered at the Birth Connection, a pregnancy and childbirth support center. Share with others during this special time of life. Call 856-2140 for information.
Job Seekers, Career Changers Get helpful feedback to achieve your career/life goals. A counseling support group is forming for men and women who want assistance with clarification and achievement of of career/life goals. Focus will be on empowerment and goal attainment, enhance optimism, strengthen will to risk, manage fear, and achieve desired results. There is a fee. Call Questers at 969-1163.
Parents of Teens Support Group Designed especially for single parents of preadolescents and adolescents, providing a broad range of guidelines and ideas for successful parenting in a safe, non-threatening environment. Thursdays, 7:30-9 p.m.. $15 per session (sliding scale available). Sponsored by Jewish Family and Children's Services in Palo Alto. Call 591-8991.
Weekly Women's Group An ongoing group in Menlo Park, Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m. Focuses on building self-esteem and self-empowerment while working through codependency issues. Call Maggie Smith, MFCC, at 306-0391.
Recovery and Support Group for Pregnant Women Group for pregnant women with recovery issues and difficulty with substance use. Group meets weekly, Saturdays, 9:30-11 a.m. at Stanford Clinic, OB-GYN Unit, Third floor. Donation fee. To register, call the Women's Health Promotion Unit at 723-7114.
Palo Alto Men's Group Group that focuses on relationships, career issues, and emotional awareness and expression meets on Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m., in Palo Alto (935 E. Meadow Drive). $20 per session. Call Bay Area Men's Center at 969-8265.
Neuropathy Support Group Currently being organized. A support group for people who are suffering from Neuropathy and its complications. Call 493-3752.
Short term individual counseling for sexual assault survivors The Mid-Peninsula YWCA Rape Crisis Center offers short-term individual counseling for women and men who are survivors of sexual assault, rape, incest, sexual harassment and emotional and physical abuse. $20 per session, sliding scale available. Counseling is by appointment only. Call 494-0993, ext. 27.
The Attitudinal Healing Network of the Peninsula offers support groups for individuals dealing with stress, transition and illness in Palo Alto on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 7-9 p.m. Call (800) 597-5918.
Emotional Expression for Men Group the focuses on relationships, career issues, and emotional awareness and expression meets Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. in Palo Alto. $20 per session. Call the Bay Area Men's Center at 969-8265.
Women in the Workforce: Turning Toward Power A therapeutic support group for women struggling with conflicts at work. The group will focus on the development of personal empowerment and conflict resolution. The group meets Monday evenings at Integrated Healing Arts in Palo Alto. Call Dena Anthony at 493-2667 to reserve a space.
ADD Support Group Support, self-help groups and individual life coaching for people with ADD. Learn new skills and strategies for organizing and structuring your life to stay on focus and overcome the many difficulties caused by ADD. Groups meet in Palo Alto twice monthly at 7:30 p.m. Individual coaching by appointment. Sliding scale. Call Sheila Cook at 327-2125.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 3149 Waverley St., Palo Alto, Room 2 (off parking lot). Call Doris at 967-4967.
Women's Support Group and New Mature Women's Group Explore self-esteem, aging, loneliness, depression and relationships. Three licensed therapists. No charge for interview. Call Addie Macovski at 854-5509.
Parents Without Partners For single parents in the Palo Alto, Los Altos and Menlo Park areas. Call Leona at (408) 779-6226 or Paul at (408) 275-9057.
Discovery Breast Cancer Support Group A self-help support group for women dealing with breast cancer held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 7:30-9 p.m. at Mid-Peninsula YWCA, Ballentine Room, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call 494-0972.
Single Mothers of Teenage Daughters with Ex-Husbands who are Frustrating A monthly rap support group forming for women in similar situations. Call Cheryle at 948-1247.
Therapy support group for anorexia or bulimia sufferers Meets Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in Palo Alto. There is a fee. Call Dr. Nash at 851-0103.
Support group for compulsive overeaters and non-compensating binge eaters Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in Palo Alto. There is a fee. Call Dr. Nash at 851-0103.
Breast Cancer Support Groups Several groups for those touched by breast cancer, led by a breast cancer survivor, will be forming soon. Call Jennie Heckman, MFCC Intern-IMF 28032 (sup. by Irene Lazarus, Ph.D., Psych. PB10470) at 858-2526.
Single Parents of Teens Support Group Jewish Family and Children's Services is forming a support group for single parents of teens in Palo Alto. Facilitated by Ilene Wolff, MFCC, the group is held Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Call 326-6696 for registration and information.
A.R.T.S. A 12-step group for artists focusing on healing and fulfillment of creative potential meets Saturdays, 4-5:30 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church, 463 College Ave., Palo Alto. Newcomers welcome. Call (408) 736-5331.
Baylands Family Circle A nonprofit group of families headed by gay, lesbian and bisexual parents welcomes new members. Families meet once a month for social/play time and parents meet once a quarter to socialize and discuss issues. If you are a parent or even interested in becoming one and would like more information on the group, call Tom Hartland at 858-2800.
A group for women New members are being accepted for an ongoing, interactive group for women where you can learn to value yourself as a woman and address concerns about self-esteem, intimacy and achievement. The group meets Tuesdays, 6:15-8 p.m. at 4970 El Camino Real, Suite 110, Los Altos. Call 968-1028.
Single Parent Services Numerous support groups are available through this program of the Palo Alto American Red Cross. Monday evening support groups are held at Friends Meeting House, 957 Colorado Ave., Palo Alto, from 6:30-8 p.m. One group is for mothers while the other is co-ed. Thursday night meetings are also available from 6-7:30 p.m. at Kaiser Permanente, 555 Castro Street, Mountain View. Free child care is available for all groups. In addition, there is a Wednesday evening support group at the Palo Alto Area Chapter, 400 Mitchell Lane, Palo Alto, for new mothers, from 6:45-8 p.m. There is also a Wednesday evening children's group at the Friends Meeting House from 6:30-8 p.m. The program offers a sliding fee scale. Call 688-0415.
Palo Alto Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month from 7-9 p.m. at Palo Alto Medical Clinic, Main Lobby, 300 Homer Ave., Palo Alto. Call Phyllis Seidman at 321-9081.
Separating/Divorcing Small, confidential, support groups for adults led by professionals at Center for Changing Families, Family Service Mid-Peninsula, Palo Alto. Sliding scale fee. Call 326-6576 for dates and times.
Women's Retirement Support Group Join with other supportive women and share hopes and concerns about this new beginning in life. Call 856-1298 for details.
Diabetes Support Group Meets the first Wednesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. at Palo Alto Medical Foundation Building, 860 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Call 856-0838 (evenings only).
For families facing homosexuality Parents and families of gay and lesbian Catholics are invited to a support group that meets the second Thursday of every other month at 7:30 p.m. in Palo Alto. Call Terrie Iacino at (408) 983-0137.
Women in the Workforce: Turning Toward Power A therapeutic support group for women struggling with conflicts at work. These conflicts may involve issues with status-oriented hierarchies, conflicts integrating demands of work with the demands of family or other work-related issues. The group will focus the development of personal empowerment and conflict resolution. The group will meets Monday evenings at Integrated Healing Arts in Palo Alto. Call Dr. Dena Patterson at 493-2667.
La Leche League of Menlo Park/Palo Alto A support group for expectant and nursing mothers. The group meets the third Monday of every month, 10 a.m., at First Lutheran Church, 600 Homer Ave., Palo Alto. For expectant and employed mothers, the group meets the third Thursday of every month, 7 p.m., at Rosener House Adult Day Support Center, 1060 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Babies always welcome. Call 873-6525.
Cancer Support Group An ongoing weekly 90-minute group focused on cancer-related issues and quality of life for all cancer patients. The group meets Mondays, 4-5:30 p.m. at Stanford Medical Psychotherapy Clinic, 401 Quarry Road, Room 2218, Stanford. Call 498-5126 or 723-2632.
Nicotine Anonymous Palo Alto Nicotine Anonymous, a fellowship of men and women helping each other to quit the tobacco habit, meets Saturday in the rectory basement of St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 745 Waverley St., Palo Alto. The newcomers meet at 9:15 a.m., followed by the regular meeting at 10 a.m. Smokers welcome. Call 327-6734.
Bisexual Women's Group meets the first and third Sundays, 7 p.m., at Unitarian Church, Room 6, 505 E. Charleston (between Alma and Middlefield), Palo Alto. All women are welcome. Please do not wear perfume. A small per-meeting contribution for room rent is requested. Call 961-9590
Support groups for people with cancer and their partners/families. Call Ginger Levick, LMFC, at 327-5552.
Women's Support and Growth Group focusing on codependency issues meets Mondays, 7:30-9 p.m., in Menlo Park. The group is led by Maggie Smith, M.A., MFCC. $20. Call 306-0391.
Women of Width Fat-positive support group based on the idea that women are healthy and beautiful at any size, meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 7:30-9 p.m. Call Joyce at 965-8416.
Kara's Grief Support Group meets every first and third Wednesday of the month at Kara, 457 Kingsley Ave., Palo Alto. Grief counseling on an individual basis will be available on request. Call 321-5272.
Mid-Peninsula YWCA Rape Crisis Center offers support groups for survivors of rape, incest, emotional and physical abuse and assault. Groups are limited to eight members and are offered on a 12-week cycle. Groups meet at the YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Appointments and each group session cost $20 (sliding scale available). Call 494-0993 to schedule an initial appointment.
Infertility Support Group for Women meets every two weeks, Monday evenings at Stanford University Hospital. Call 723-6533.
Single Mothers Network, a self-help organization providing social activities for members and children, parent education and peer support. Members receive a bimonthly newsletter and a member directory. Call Lorraine Zeller at 858-1076.
The Recurrent and Metastatic therapist-led support group meets Mondays 6:30-8 p.m. in Palo Alto. Sponsored by Community Breast Health Project. Call Susan Campbell at 493-5315 or Deborah Rosenberg at 342-3749.
Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step support group meets Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. at the Menlo Park Presbyterian Church, 950 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park. Call Jerry at 967-2884.
The Secular Organization for Sobriety meets Fridays, 8 p.m. at The Bridge, 640 Campus Drive East (between Mayfield Avenue and Alvarado), Stanford University. This is a support group for those with alcohol or other chemical dependency problems. Not a 12-step program. Call Chip at 637-8000.
Low Vision support group meets the last Wednesday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m. at Little House, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Call 326-2025.
P-Flag Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays meets the third Thursday of the month in Menlo Park. For directions and meeting locations, call 857-1058 or (408) 270-8182.