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. There is a 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. Space Monkeys, Ivy March 1. Call 324-EDGE.
Elbe Restaurant, 117 University Ave., Palo Alto. Csardas Gypsy Ensemble the second and fourth Sunday of every month, 6:30-10 p.m. Call 321-3319.
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. Call 843-2521.
Jose's Caribbean Night Club, 2275 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. DJ music and dancing or live band Friday's and Saturday's beginning at 9:30 p.m. There is a cover charge. Call 326-6522.
Los Altos Bar & Grill Music is from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Call 941-3418.
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. No cover charge. Call 322-8644.
Cafe Fino, 544 Emerson St., Palo Alto. Nancy Gilliland, piano and vocals, with Bruce Yates, bass and guitar, George Ballantyne, drums, and Michael O'Neill, sax and clarinet. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7-11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Call 326-6082.
Chantilly II Restaurant, 530 Ramona St., Palo Alto. Live music Fri. and Sat. starting at 7 p.m. Call 321-4080.
Crescent Park Grill 546 University Ave., Palo Alto. Live jazz every Wednesday with The Cole Hamlin Trio, 7-10 p.m. Call 326-0111.
Late for the Train 150 Middlefield Ave. (at Willow 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.
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. Live music Mondays-Saturdays, 6-10:30 p.m. Sundays 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5:30-10 p.m. Call 321-9990.
Palo Alto Chamber Orchestra The Training Orchestra of the PACO and soloist Kristine Yu will perform works by Mozart on Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m. at Palo Alto Cultural Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto. $4 general, $2 seniors and students. Call 856-3848.
St. Olaf Choir concert Feb. 6, 8 p.m. at Memorial Church, Stanford University. Tickets available at Tresidder Union.
A Festival of Song by Women Composers Presented by the Congregational Concert Series Feb. 8, 4 p.m. in the sanctuary of the First Congregational Church of Palo Alto, 1985 Louis Road, Palo Alto. $8 general, $6 students & seniors. Call 856-6662.
The Loma Verde Chamber Players The trio will perform works by Mendelssohn and Shostakovich on Feb. 7, 8 p.m. at the Palo Alto Cultural Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto. $10 general, $8 students and seniors. Tickets at the door only. Call 329-2527.
The Fortnightly Music Club Performing works by Mendelssohn, Strauss, Debussy, Brahms Feb. 8, 8 p.m. at the Palo Alto Cultural Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto. Free. Call 329-2366.
Sinfonietta Featuring El Camino Youth Symphony Concerto Competition winners. Feb. 8, 2 p.m. at Cubberley Theatre, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Free. Call 327-2611.
A Valentine for John Denver and His Music Joe Frazier with Eskaton in an evening of songs Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 600 Colorado Ave., Palo Alto. $15 general, $7.50 students. Call 725-0070.
Palo Alto singer Marjorie-Jean Performing for the first time in five years Feb. 14 at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. $15.50 at the door. Call 903-6000.
Joanne Olshansky concert Nationally touring singer/songwriter from Boston Feb. 8, 3:30 p.m. at Spangenberg Theatre, Gunn High School, 780 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto. $5 adults, $2.50 students. Call 858-1254.
The Heidi Chronicles by Wendy Wasserstein, performed by Menlo Players Guild Feb. 13 through March 7 at Burgess Theatre, 601 Laurel St., Menlo Park. Call 322-3261.
Il Trovatore by Verdi, performed by West Bay Opera Feb. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22 at Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Friday and Saturday, 8:15 p.m.; Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are $30; $15 discount for youth under 18 for Sunday matinee only. Call 424-9999.
Peninsula Dinner Theatre "Crossing to Eternity" mystery dinner theatre every Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. in Los Altos. $42 per person includes show, dinner, tax and tip. Reservations required. Call 941-0234.
Dallas Black Dance Theatre One night only performance Feb. 6, 8 p.m. in Robert C. Smithwick Theater at Foothill College, Los Altos Hills. Tickets are $20 general, $10 students with ID. Call 948-4444.
Art for Peace International Dance Group World dances second and fourth weeks of the month. Tango Argentina by Chelsea Eng Dance. Performance classes other Mondays of the month 7:30 p.m. at Bechtel International Center, Stanford University (corner of Mayfield Avenue and Lomita Drive). Call 497-9470 or 497-7161.
African Dance Class taught by Cherry Gilbert of Africa Explosion Dance Group with live, African-inspired music by Robert Bornn and Drummers in a Jam. Ongoing Fridays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Menlo Park location. $12/week. Call 858-3470.
Basic Dance for Teens with Special Needs Features ballet, jazz, and tap with focus on building self-esteem, promoting positive self-image, importance of physical activity. Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. for ages 12 and older. Call Constance Wise at (408) 730-1516 for location and information.
Beaudoin's School of Dance offers classes in ballet, tap, jazz. For children and adults. Beginning adult ballroom class Thursdays 7 p.m. Junior high and high school ballroom classes available. Advance registration is required. Call 326-2184.
Beginning Folk Dance with Marcel Vinokur at the Menlo Park Recreation Center, Tuesdays at 7 p.m. No partner necessary. Intermediate class at 8 p.m. Call 327-0759.
Belly Dance, Mystic Sun Studio of Mid-Eastern Dance Learn the ancient rejuvenating art of belly dance. Classes are ongoing and held at Lucie Stern Community Center and Cubberley Community Center in Palo Alto. Beginning through advanced. Call 361-0688 for schedule.
Congolese African Dance Class taught by Regine B. Ndounda with drumming by Massengo Constant. Ongoing Sundays 3:30-5 p.m. at Parish Hall, All Saints Episcopal Church, Hamilton and Waverley, Palo Alto. $10 drop-in. Call 325-1566.
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.
Dance at the YWCA of the Mid-Peninsula Brazilian Samba, Mondays, 7-8:15 p.m.; Contra Dance Society meets the second, fourth and fifth Saturday of every month, 7:30-11 p.m. No partner necessary; Country Western Dance meets every Thursday night, 7-9:50 p.m. Drop in for $6.; Beginning Hula Dance meets Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m.; Tuxedo Junction meets every Wednesday night with lessons 7:15-9 p.m. and open dancing 9-10:30 p.m. Drop in basis only. $5.; Ceili Dance (Irish Folk Dance) meets every third Saturday of the month, 8-11 p.m. drop in $8. All dances held at the YWCA of the Mid-Peninsula, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call 494-0972.
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.
Do Your Own Dance A natural, creative expression for anyone. The relaxed, shoeless group moves to music from around the world, each person dancing individually in their own way. Most Wednesdays, 8:00-9:30 p.m. (call to confirm) at DanceVisions, Cubberley Community Center, L3, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. $5. Call 322-1420.
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.
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.
Irish Dancing The McGrath School of Irish Dance holds a Ceili (an Irish barn dance) on the third Saturday of every month at the YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Beginner lessons are 8-9 p.m. with open dancing and live music from 9 p.m. All welcome. No partner required. $8 adults, free for children under 12. Call 494-0972.
Jazz Stretch/Dance with Annie Zane A rigorous workout for anyone. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8:15 a.m. for intermediate/advanced, 9:30 a.m. for open class. Monday at 7 p.m. is open class. Wednesday at 4 p.m. is open class. DanceVisions, Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Room L3, Palo Alto. $10 drop-in. Call 858-2005.
L'Ecole de Danse (The School of Ballet) Offers ballet classes at the Cubberley Community Center's Dance Studio, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Children from beginner's through advanced. New adult session starting (beginners and intermediate). Contact Christine Morgan for class schedule and information at 323-7932.
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.
Rhythms Americana A lively workout followed by floor stretches. Movements based on jazz, Spanish, Afro-Cuban and Cajun dance for people that like to try new dimensions. Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15 p.m. at DanceVisions, 4000 Middlefield Road, L-3, Palo Alto. Call 968-5959.
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.
Spanish, Flamenco & Mexican dance Enjoy the unique body movements, heelwork, and rhythms of Spain Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15 p.m. at DanceVisions, 4000 Middlefield Road, L3, Palo Alto. Call 968-5959.
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.
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.
Zohar School of Dance offers classes for adults in jazz, ballet, modern and tap dance and classes for children in jazz, ballet and tap. Classes held at Cubberley Community Center, Building L, Room 4, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. The studio is available for hourly rental for rehearsals, workshops, and performances. Call 857-1005.
Storyteller Natalie Bivas An evening of stories for children of all ages Feb. 11, 7-7:30 p.m. at the Children's Library, 1276 Harriet St., Palo Alto. Call 329-2134.
Supersitters Training & Safety A one-day course Feb. 13 for 10-13 year olds on how to protect children against accidents and injury. Students will also learn the ins and outs of babysitting. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Mitchell Park Community Center in Palo Alto. $35 for Palo Alto residents ($7 materials fee). Call 329-2261.
Cinderella Presented by the Escondido School PTA and the Palo Alto Children's Theatre Feb. 6 at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m.; and Feb. 7 at 2:30 p.m. at Escondido School, 890 Escondido Road, Palo Alto. $4 adults, $2 children. Call 329-2651.
The Monkey King, A Chinese Folktale Play written and produced by Ohlone Parents. Performances are Feb. 6 at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 7 at 2:30 p.m. at Ohlone School, 950 Amarillo, Palo Alto. $4 adults, $2 children at the door.
Musical Playgroup for toddlers ages 20-32 months. Sing songs, play instruments, do art projects. Wednesday mornings, 10-11 a.m. at YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call Wendy Starke at 969-3524.
Kindermusik classes for children ages 18 months to five years will start in February near downtown Palo Alto. Children experience the joy of music and learn while having fun. Call teacher Gail Homan at 322-6304 for information and to visit a class in progress.
Clay Birthday Parties by Rona Foster. A fun and tactile way to go. Fun for your child. Call Dawning Day Ceramics at 424-9329.
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.
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. Also available for birthday parties. 12320 Highway 92, Half Moon Bay. Call 726-2342.
Atherton Library Baby Storytime for babies 4-14 months Wednesday mornings, 10:30 a.m., through Feb. 18. Babies will hear a variety of stories, interspersed with songs, nursery rhymes, and finger/toe/belly games. Preschool Storytime for ages 3 to 6 years Wednesday afternoons, 3:30 p.m., through Feb. 25. Children will hear a variety of stories, interspersed with songs and fingerplays. Call to register. The library is located at 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane, Atherton. Call 328-2422.
Peninsula Geological Society Dinner meeting Feb. 10, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with wine tasting, 6 p.m. dinner and 7:30 p.m. meeting. Anyone wishing to attend lecture only is welcome at no cost. The lecture is "Flooding in the West: Lessons Learned... Yet Again?" by Jeff Mount of U.C. Davis. Dinner reservations must be made by Feb. 6. Call 329-4781.
Western Horticultural Society "Scent and Fragrance in the Garden" with speaker Stephen Lacey, author of "Scent in Your Garden" and "Gardens of the National Trust." Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) at Loyola School (multipurpose room), 770 Berry Ave., Los Altos (close to Rancho Shopping Center). $2 donation requested. Visitors are welcome. Call 327-9522.
Blacksheep Handweavers Guild will meet Feb. 12, 7:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto. The guest speaker is Glory Koehler, who will be speaking on pre-Columbian textiles. Call (408) 227-1402.
Menlo Art League will meet Feb. 12, 7:30 p.m. at Menlo Park Recreation Building, 700 Alma St., Menlo Park. Oil and pastel artist, Halcyon H. Teed, will give a pastel demonstration. Call Diana Jaye at 322-0148.
PC and Mac User Groups will meet every second Thursday of the month. Computer enthusiasts, new users, and others, sharing information and questions with a social time and refreshments at the Computer Learning Center at the Senior Center of Palo Alto, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Free. Call 327-2811, ext. 29 to reserve a place.
Mothers' Club of Palo Alto/Menlo Park A group for moms and dads offering a monthly newsletter, weekly playgroups, monthly meetings, guest speakers, a babysitting co-op, family activities and more. The group meets every second Tuesday at 7 p.m. for socializing and 7:30 p.m. for a program at the Lucie Stern Community Center, Community Room, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. The first meeting is free; membership is $30 per year. Call 306-8182.
East Palo Alto Women's Walking Club Monthly orientations offer important tips for walking safety and maximizing benefits and are held the third Wednesday of every month, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at The Hagar Women's Center. The sessions provide a support group and ongoing discussion for beginning and advanced walkers. The center is located at 1836A Bay Road, East Palo Alto. Call 473-6915.
Palo Alto Camera Club meets at 7:30 p.m. in the first, second, and fourth Tuesdays of the month at the Palo Alto Community Center, Embarcadero and Newell, Palo Alto. Visitors welcome. Call 321-4288.
Daughters of the American Revolution Do you have an ancestor who helped in the American Revolution? The chapter holds a genealogical workshop on the first Wednesday of each month. Call Patricia Stebbins at 324-2826.
Sons in Retirement (SIRS) Branch 35 meets every third Wednesday at the Palo Alto Elks Club. The meeting includes lunch, a guest speaker and entertainment. Many activities including golf, bowling, travel, bridge, fishing, etc. All retired men are invited to join and attend. Call 493-8401.
Palo Alto Chapter of the American Business Women's Association meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at Mac's Tea Room, 325 Main St., Los Altos. The group is dedicated to the professional development of women and welcomes newcomers. Call Keni at 324-2808 or Jean at 948-4257.
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.
Los Altos Rotaract 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 at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday at The Bank of Los Altos, 30 Whitney St., downtown Los Altos. Call 599-2184.
Mid-Peninsula Network Breakfast for Women meets Thursdays, 7:15-8:30 a.m. at Fresco Restaurant, 3398 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Newcomers wishing to network for their business or profession are welcome. Call Dina at 855-1809.
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 on Tuesdays at 950 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park. Beginners are welcome. Call David at 854-0476 or Ellen at 493-2054.
Where in the World is this Country Going? A participatory program exploring some theories on the status of American society, on Wednesday evenings during February. "The Scary Stuff: How do we deal with social problems?" on Feb. 11; "Getting in Touch: Putting back together what has come apart" on Feb. 18; "What can I do?" on Feb. 25. Sponsored by the Humanist Community. Conversation begins at 7:45 p.m., sociability after event, at Humanist Center in Stanford Villa Professional Building, 3525 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call 424-8626.
Filoli Training Workshop for Self-Guided Tour Docents A one-day workshop designed to instruct anyone wishing to serve on self-guided tour days (Fridays and Saturdays). Feb. 7, 9 a.m. to noon at Filoli in Woodside. Upon completion, volunteers will be asked to serve in the house and/or garden for three hours at least twice a month. Membership in The Friends of Filoli is required. You may join Filoli at the same time you register for the workshop. Call 364-8300, ext. 220.
Improving Conditions in Life A seminar with Los Altos resident Carol Adams on how she uses Scientology technology to succeed as an executive in the world of high tech as well as in her personal life. Feb. 7, 10 a.m. to noon at Scientology Palo Alto, 410 Cambridge Ave., Suite C, Palo Alto. $15 donation includes a booklet. Call 853-0602.
Are We Really Atheists? Peter Bishop will speak at the Stanford Humanists Sunday Forum Feb. 8, 10:45 a.m. at Old Union Clubhouse Ballroom, Stanford University. Call 424-8626.
Early 20th-Century Australian Gardens A slide lecture with William Grant Feb. 8, 2:30-4 p.m. at Gamble Garden Center, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto. $12 members, $15 non-members. Call 329-1356.
Getting Ready for Tax Day The Women Entrepreneurs Program of the YWCA of the Mid-Peninsula will present a two-hour business forum workshop Feb. 9, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Led by Midge Dorn, professional bookkeeper and tax preparer. $7 fee. Call 494-0972.
Setting Limits with Pre-School Children Learn how to set limits for children and offer love at the same time. Feb. 9, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Led by Patty Wipfler, Founder of Parents Leadership Institute. $15 fee. Held at JCC-Xerox Parent Resource Center, 655 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto. Call 493-0563, ext. 258.
Stanford Studio Series Lecture by Jeanne Silverthorne, sculptor, Feb. 10, 5:15 p.m. in Room AR2 of the Nathan Cummings Art Building, Stanford University. Free and open to the public. Call 723-3788.
How To Get inside Kids Heads So You Can Be Heard Jim Wiltens, author of "No More Nagging, Nit-Picking, & Nudging," will lead the workshop Feb. 11, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Mitchell Park Community Center. $30 ($35 for non Palo Alto residents). Call 329-2261.
The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe A lecture by Frank Drake Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m. in the Terman Lecture Hall at Stanford University. Free and open to the public.
Dare to Change Your Job and Your Life A workshop presented by Dr. Carole Kanchier Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m. at Albert L. Schultz Jewish Community Center, 655 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto. $25 for JCC members, $30 for non-members. Call 493-0563, ext. 257.
Couples Groups Communication Skills Training, Level 1, is held eight Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. beginning Feb. 12; Old Patterns--New Solutions, Level 2, is held eight Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. beginning Feb. 10; Enhancing Intimacy, Level 3, is held every other Monday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Workshops held at the Couples Resource Center in Palo Alto. Groups are led by licensed therapists and have a maximum size of six couples. Fees are on a sliding scale according to income; insurance accepted. Call 494-6402.
Self-help book discussion group Interactive reading group discusses self-help books of interest to readers. Led by researcher who has studied how readers use self-help books in their lives. Groups forming now. Call Anna at 322-7600.
Journaling workshop for mothers Instruction and inspiration in learning to record experiences with your children. Join with other mothers. Call Anna at 322-7600.
Career Strategy for Teens and Twentysomethings Give your teen or young adult the tools to plan a successful future through the identification of motivation and personal potential. Sessions are offered by Wendy Rogers, Ph.D. and Jeff Selzer. Free introductory session. Call Triad Development Group at 852-9722.
Inner Child Workshop For adults who want to develop true self-esteem and a recognition of their own personal value. Tuesday evenings at the Center for New Beginnings. Call Pat Look at 856-4088, ext. 11.
Childbirth Assistant/Doula Certification Training at The Peninsula Birth Connection in Palo Alto. Join this fast-growing profession of women supporting other women before, during and after birth. Orientation meetings for this 10-week program held monthly. Call 856-2140 for dates and times.
Personal Vision: Finding Joy and Purpose Interactive workshop offering practical exercises and techniques to cheer you on or get you started. Stimulate your creative imagination, strengthen your social and emotional connections, feed your soul in a restful setting. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday workshop. For date and location, call Laura Worth at 949-4230.
Road to Success Requires A MAPP Career strategy coaching that links levels of motivation and career success is offered by Wendy Rogers, Ph.D and Jeff Selzer. Free introductory session. Call Triad Development Group at 852-9722.
Adoptees Liberty Movement Association For adoptees and birth parents. Meets the third Sunday of each month for a search workshop in Concord. Call (510) 689-5583.
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 6 p.m. The Shyness Institute is located at 407 Burgess Dr., Menlo Park. Call 851-2994.
Claiming Our Greater Fertility: Gatherings of Women Without Children Workshops offered by Wendy L. Rogers, Ph.D. Gatherings are for women who have experienced infertility or are child-free 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.
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.
Watercolors by Ron Tinseth Paintings of the Santa Cruz coast and surrounding forest on display through April at Body Therapy Center, 368 California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 967-7033.
Women in Art Original oils, watercolors, pastels, and sculpture by five artists from around the country. The show opens Feb. 11 and runs through March 5. A reception for the artists will be held Feb. 12, 5:30-8 p.m. Sunbird Gallery, 333 First St., Los Altos. Call 941-1561.
Photography by Ron Van Dongen On display Feb. 12-21. Meet the artist at a reception Feb. 12, 6-8 p.m. at Turner Martin Gallery, 540 Emerson St., Palo Alto. RSVP for the reception by Feb. 10. Call 324-8700.
Annual Valentine's Show A group show of Valentine-theme contemporary jewelry through Feb. 28 at DeNovo Fine Contemporary Jewelry, 250 University Ave., Palo Alto. All six of the featured jewelers in the show work in metals. Call 327-1256.
Palo Alto Cultural Center Two exhibits on display through April 26 at the Palo Alto Cultural Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto. The exhibitions are "Timothy Berry: Pageant" and "Of Princely Courts & Pleasure Gardens: Indian Miniatures." Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 7-9 p.m.; and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Call 329-2366.
Landscape photographs by Stephen Johnson on display through Feb. 20 at Photographer's Gallery, 536 Ramona Street, Palo Alto. Call 328-0662.
Oil Paintings by Marjorie Liebert are on display through March 18 at the First Methodist Church Exhibit Hall, 625 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto. The Exhibit Hall is reached through the side doors of the sanctuary or through the center patio on Hamilton Avenue, past the library and to the left. Call 493-3747.
International Exhibit at Galerie Internationale An exhibit of works including sculptures, oil paintings, acrylics and water colors through Feb. 28 at Galerie Internationale,370 California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 322-2700.
Pastel Paintings of France New paintings by Los Altos resident Judi Keyani through Feb. 28 at the Bechtel International Center on the Stanford University campus. Call 948-2961.
"Portraits in Situ" A collection of new watercolors and pastels by Palo Alto artist Susan Kraft through Feb. 21 at Caffe Verona, 236 Hamilton, Palo Alto. Call 494-3962.
Local artists Joyce Vincenti and Mary Jane Johnston An exhibit of their works through March 8 at Los Altos Hills Town Hall Chambers, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills. Exhibit hours are Monday through Friday, 1-5 p.m. Call 941-7222.
A Celebration of Humanity: Pastels and Tempera Works by artist Carla Mooyman through March 13 at the YWCA of the Mid-Peninsula, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Exhibit hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m. and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Call 494-0972.
Artists' Uninhibited View of Space Science An exhibit of paintings and interactive multimedia through March 14 at the NASA Ames Research Visitors' Center at Moffett Field in Mountain View. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 604-6274.
Mixed media paintings by Dolly Cahill Johnson on display through Feb. 14, 1998 at the Palo Alto Mission of the Church of Scientology, 410 Cambridge Ave., Suite C, Palo Alto. Hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 7:30-10 p.m. Call 853-0602.
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.
Organizing and Writing Your Life History Presented by Tessie Obester, MA, Feb. 7 at 11 a.m. at the Menlo Park Library downstairs meeting room, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park. Free van service to the library is available for Menlo Park seniors. Call 858-3468 to schedule pick-up.
Choosing the Right Citrus: Oranges, Lemons, Grapefruits or Others Learn which do well and which varieties were recently developed specifically for the Bay Area. Feb. 7, 9:30-11 a.m. at Gamble Garden Center, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto. $12 members, $15 non-members. Call 329-1356.
Balloon Mania Learn the secrets to successful balloon animal twisting Feb. 11, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Palo Alto High School, Room 807, Embarcadero at El Camino Real, Palo Alto. $20 (plus $15 materials fee for a book, hand pump, balloons and sharpie pen). Call 941-0591
Yoga A yoga program for integrating mind-body-spirit will be led by Olga Luchakova, M.D., Ph.D. at Valley Presbyterian Church in Portola Valley on Saturday mornings beginning Feb. 14. Call 851-8282.
Mediterranean Cooking with Lou Pappas A three-week participation-style cooking class with dinner menus of 10 dishes from Italy, France, and the Middle East is offered Tuesdays, Feb. 17, 24, and March 3, from 6-9 p.m. at Palo Alto High School. $42, plus lab fee of $36. Call Palo Alto Adult School at 329-3752.
Feldenkrais Method Awareness Through Movement lessons. Reconnect with your natural ability to move. Verbally directed, gentle movements for overuse injuries and underused bodies. Saturdays, 8:45 a.m. at First Congregational Church, Embarcadero and Louis, Palo Alto. $7 fee. Call Elizabeth Robinson at 321-0921.
Discovering Yourself Through Art Quarterly art therapy classes in Palo Alto. Non-artists welcome. Tuesday and Friday mornings, Wednesday evenings (spring quarter). Still some openings in Tuesday morning class. Call Susanne Wenz, ATR at 494-6595.
Early Morning Dance Exercise An alternate or a complement to an aerobics program. Modern dance movements, lots of stretching and toning exercises, a little ballet and jazz. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6:30-7:30 a.m. at DanceVisions Studio, Cubberley Community Center, L-3, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call Laura Zweig at 324-8751.
The Writing Planet Register now for winter creative writing classes. Writers on Writing with local authors starts Feb. 18. Other classes available. The faculty are award-winning, published writers with extensive teaching experience. Call 590-2856.
Palo Alto Recreation Self Defense for Women Practice defining your own boundaries using proven assertiveness techniques and full-force fighting. Four-week session begins Feb. 19, 6:30-9 p.m. at Mitchell Park Community Center. $60 for Palo Alto residents. Call 329-2261.
Evening exercise at the YWCA of the Mid-Peninsula Hi-Low Strength and Power, Mondays and Wednesdays 6-7 p.m.; Low Impact Aerobics, Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7 p.m.; and Beginning/Intermediate Yoga, Mondays 5:30-6:30 p.m. or Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Classes have started, drop in for $5. Mid-Peninsula YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call 494-0972.
Daytime fitness at the YWCA of the Mid-Peninsula Stretch, Tone & Trim, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:30-9:30 a.m.; New Wave Workout, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:45-9:55 a.m.; Easy Exercise, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11 a.m.; Beginning/Intermediate Yoga, Mondays, 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Classes have started, drop in for $5. Call 494-0972.
Lip-reading class Whether you have a hearing aid or not, if you have a hearing loss you can sign up for lip-reading classes through Foothill College. Registration is ongoing and latecomers will be welcome at sites in Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Mountain View and Los Altos. Lessons are taught by a certified audiologist. Call Gertrude at 949-7104 or Ellen at 973-1352.
Scottish Gaelic class Class held March 8, 3:15-4:45 p.m. at Cubberley Community Center, Room D-4, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. $12. Call Kathleen Moreno at 591-3233.
Meditative Yoga taught by Andrea Lenox. We explore inner and outer realms based on the philosophical and meditative aspects of Hatha Yoga and Tantra. Prana (vital force) and the evolutionary ascendance of energy within (Kundalini) will be specifically addressed. Call 857-0919.
Mother/Baby Workout Fridays, 12-12:45 p.m. Get back in shape and bring the baby. DanceVisions, 4000 Middlefield Road, L-3, Palo Alto. Babies must be six weeks to eight months only. Call 968-5959.
Exercise Galore! Stretch, energize, trim down, Tuesdays and Fridays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at St. Andrew's Methodist Church, 4111 Alma St., Palo Alto. Instructor: Alicia J. Loffler. Call 856-3054.
Classes at Common Ground Fruit Tree Pruning Feb. 7, 1-4 p.m. $20. Double-Digging and Garden Bed Preparation Feb. 8, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $12. Raising Your Own Seedlings/Seed Propagation Feb. 8, 1:30-3 p.m. $12. Plan Your Summer Garden Feb. 14, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $10. Composting Feb. 28, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $10. Advance reservations required for all classes. Common Ground, 2225 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Call 328-6752.
Flexing the "Wish Muscle" Honor your "life intentions" with practical techniques and practice hope with confidence. Six-week class based on Barbara Sher's book, "Wishcraft" and others begins each month in Palo Alto. $120. Private 1:1 personal life coaching also available. Advance registration recommended. Call Laura Worth, MSW, at 949-4230.
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 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.
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.
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 nonfiction authors. Call 323-3795 for class schedule.
Jazz Stretch with Annie Zane For both beginning and experienced. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:15 a.m. for intermediate/advanced, 9:30 a.m. for all levels. Mondays at 7 p.m. for all levels. Wednesday at 4 p.m. for all levels. DanceVisions, 4000 Middlefield Road, Room L3, Palo Alto. $10 per class. Call 858-2005.
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 every Thursday from 4-6 p.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 (408) 730-1516.
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, 7-10 p.m. in Palo Alto. $120 per month. Call Constance Wise at (408) 730-1516.
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, getaway retreats and small classes begin each month at a Palo Alto location. Preregistration recommended. Call Laura Worth, MSW, at 949-4230.
Selling with Grace: A Holistic Journey An interactive support class with strategies, practical tips, and support to transform personal distress associated with selling. An inspiration for professionals who wish to market themselves with enthusiasm. Covers strategies for effective informational interviewing, networking, advertising, public relations, and "cold calls." Starts monthly at Palo Alto location. Private 1:1 coaching also available. Call Laura Worth, MSW, at 949-4230.
Borders Books 456 University Ave., Palo Alto. Call 326-3670.
Kepler's Books Kathleen DesMaisons, Ph.D. will read from "Potatoes Not Prozac: A Seven-Step Dietary Plan to Stabilize the Level of Sugar in Your Blood, Normalize the Chemicals in Your Brain, and Recognize How Foods Affect the Way You Feel" Feb. 6. Kathy stein will read from "Beyond Recycling: A Re-User's Guide" Feb. 8, 4 p.m. Kim Addonizio will read from "Poet's Companion: A Guide to the Pleasures of Writing Poetry" Feb. 10. Galen Rowell & Michael Sewell will give a slide presentation on "Bay Area Wild: A Celebration of the National Heritage of the San Francisco Bay Area" Feb. 17. Dean Koontz will be signing his book "Fear Nothing" Feb. 19, 6 p.m. This is a signing only. All readings begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 324-4321.
Printers Inc. Jesse Ziff Cool will present a food tasting and reading from "Breakfast in Bed: 90 Recipes for Creative Indulgences" Feb. 11. Carol Kinsey Goman will read from "This Isn't the Company I Joined" Feb. 12. All readings begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. 310 California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 327-6500.
Waverley Writers The first Gay & Lesbian Poetry Reading Feb. 6, 7:30-10 p.m. at Friends Meeting House, 957 Colorado, Palo Alto. Free. Open reading the second half. Arrive early to sign up. Listeners welcome. Call 948-2879.
AARP Chapter meeting The Palo Alto Chapter of the American Association of Retired Persons will meet Feb. 10, 1:30 p.m. at the Palo Alto Cultural Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto. The speaker is Mary Jo Brazil of the Older Adult Resource Center at El Camino Hospital. All welcome. Call 323-2398.
Valentine Dinner at Little House Dinner and dancing Feb. 12 at 5 p.m. at Little House, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. $5.50 members, $6.50 non-members. Admission to the dance is $3 per person. Call 326-2025.
Adult Children of Aging Parents Drop-in group meets once a month to discuss issues surrounding the care of an older adult. Next date scheduled for Feb. 11, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Senior Center of Palo Alto, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. $5 per session. Call 327-2811, ext. 18 prior to attending first meeting.
Support Group for Spousal Caregivers Group meets every other Tuesday, 1:30-3 p.m. at the Senior Center of Palo Alto, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. The next meetings are Feb. 3 and 17. $5 per session. Call Mimi Goodrich, LCSW, at 327-2811.
Senior Friendship Days The Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, hosts Senior Friendship Day every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Events include exercise and craft classes, dancing classes and more. Call Betsy Dickie at 856-7750.
La Comida Have lunch with friends and make new friends at La Comida in the Palo Alto Senior Center, 450 Bryant St. Lunch served Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. No reservations necessary.
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, 10-11:30 a.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.
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 Jason Herman Chan, C.M.T., on Wednesdays and Cheryl Martin, C.M.T., on Fridays. $15 for half-hour. 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.
Movies at Little House Members and friends of Little House are welcome to attend the movies on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. in the auditorium at 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Admission is 50 cents. Call 326-2025.
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 326-5362, ext. 26.
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.
The French Cine-Club of Palo Alto Films shown at the Cultural Center Auditorium, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto. All films are in French with English subtitles. Admission is $6 general, $4 members, seniors and children under 12. Discussion with refreshments follows each film. "Trois Hommes Et Un Couffin" Feb. 11, 8 p.m. "La Ceremonie" Feb. 25, 8 p.m. Call 329-2366 or 325-3831.
IMAGE The Independent Media Artists Group, a nonprofit organization of film, video and multimedia makers, holds monthly meetings in Palo Alto on various aspects of the industry. Meetings, oftentimes with guest speakers, are generally held the last week of the month. Cubberly Community Center, Room H-1, 4000 Middlefield Road. Call 845-1598.
Boys CYSA under 13 Soccer Team Tryouts A Stanford Soccer Club CYSA team, Winner of the fall 1997 District Cup Championship, has openings on its Boys under-13 class 1 roster, for the spring and fall 1998 season. Birthdate must be after August 1, 1985. Call Bob at 327-7306 or Stewart at 858-3693 for tryout information.
Palo Alto Area Women's Lacrosse Club is seeking players for the Spring (Feb.-May) season. All levels of play are welcome; beginners encouraged. Call Heidi at 938-6746.
Palo Alto Lightning Track Club practices weekly in Palo Alto and includes runners of all ages. For membership information, call 323-7632.
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.
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 and 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.
Cohousing is a new style of housing development that fosters close-knit communities by sharing some facilities, meals and other activities for all ages. Planning meetings for a peninsula cohousing project are held Sundays, 3-6 p.m. Call 852-0315.
Working Writers sought for ongoing critique group. Wednesday afternoons in Palo Alto. Call Antoinette May at 322-9334.
Gourmet Vegetarian Dinners Every Monday, 6:30 p.m. Sit down or takeout $11. 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 Marci at 968-1908 for location and other information.
Teaching the Word and Teaching the World Jerusalem Baptist church will celebrate its 53rd anniversary Feb. 8, 10:45 a.m. at the church at 398 Sheridan Ave., Palo Alto. Rev. Dr. Michael Williams, Pastor of Saint James Baptist Church of San Francisco will deliver the sermon. Open to all. Call 325-9022.
The Memoirs of Pailine Wengeroff and the Crisis of Jewish Modernity by Shulamit Magnes, Ph.D., Feb. 8, 10 a.m. (program begins at 10:30 a.m. at Cubberley Community Center, Room D4, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 323-4796.
Resting in God A mindfulness meditation practice group with a Christian perspective using "The Miracle of Mindfulness" by Thich Nhat Hanh. Each session includes gathering in quiet, a simple movement practice, guidance into attentive silence, and shared reflection. Sunday mornings, 9 a.m. to noon in the Hillhouse Room (first floor Education Building) at First United Methodist Church, Hamilton and Webster, Palo Alto. Call 688-5177.
Unafilliated Jews Are you interested in starting a group of people who could get together periodically for discussion and possibly but not necessarily for worship as Jews or even non-Jews who feel a lack of something in their lives. If you are interested, call Bert at 493-3752.
Meditation and Self-Development Group Every Thursday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (beginners at 7 p.m.) at Pathways to Self-Healing, 4157 El Camino Way, Suite C, Palo Alto. Free. Call Paul Sibcy at 424-1118.
Sunday Mornings for Spiritual Health Every Sunday, 10-11 a.m. (early meditation at 9:15 a.m.) at Pathways to Self-Healing, 4157 El Camino Way, Suite C, Palo Alto. Free. Call Paul Sibcy at 424-1118.
Coffee Break Women's Bible Study Learn more about Jesus through the stories He told. Informal discussion of Jesus' teachings and how they relate to today's life issues. Wednesday mornings 10:15 a.m. Call Judi at 941-5344 for information and location of meeting.
Ananda Seva Mission Friday evening of chanting, meditation and intuitively transmitted discourses at 7:30 p.m. Call 364-9559 or 364-8645 for information.
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.
Birds and Nests volunteer Training class for bird lovers Feb. 10 at the Peninsula Conservation Center in Palo Alto. Share your love of birds with elementary school kids by doing classroom presentations with Environmental Volunteers. $20 fee. Call 961-0545 to sign up.
Composting Workshop Palo Alto residents can learn a simple method of turning yard waste and food scraps into important soil amendment Feb. 10, 7-8:30 p.m. Call Palo Alto Recycling Program at 496-5910.
Foothills Restoration Learn how restoring native habitat benefits foothill ecology. Join Rangers Debra and Michelle the first Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. at Foothills Park Interpretive Center. Dress in layers, ready to work. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, bring gloves, water, and a lunch. Call 329-2423 to sign up.
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.
Clinical and Social Applications of Mindfulness Meditation Training in Medicine & Health Care Lecture by Jan Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Feb. 6, noon-1 p.m. at Fairchild Auditorium, Stanford University School of Medicine. Free. Call Ellen DiNucci at 723-8628.
The Enneagram: Understanding Yourself and Others, with a Focus on Stress and Depression Led by David Daniels, M.D. and Victoria Rybka, M.A. Feb. 10, 7-9 p.m. at Fairchild Auditorium, Stanford University Medical Center. No fee. Call 498-7826 to register.
Has Your Spouse Been Unfaithful? Come and talk to other women who share the same experience. We are forming a group in which you can express your feelings, share your coping strategies and hopes for the future. The group will be facilitated by an experienced therapist at MRI, 555 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. For meeting dates and times, call Isobel Scher, MA, at 306-0433.
Anxiety Support Group Information about treatment will also be available. Support group will meet the first and third Saturday of every month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to everyone. Call Jane at 364-3117.
The menopausal and perimenopausal years An opportunity to meet with other women for support and information. Topics include coping with emotional symptoms, sexuality and self perception, loss and possibilities. The workshop will meet for six sessions on weekday evenings. Call Ellen Russin, LCSW at 327-4792 to schedule a no-cost consultation.
Feldenkrais Method Awareness Through Movement lessons. Reconnect with your natural ability to move. Verbally directed, gentle movements for overuse injuries and underused bodies. Saturday, 8:45 a.m. at First Congregational church, Embarcadero and Louis roads, Palo Alto. $7 per class. Call Elizabeth Robinson at 321-0921.
Breast Cancer Support Group A self-help group for women dealing with breast cancer. Meetings offer a time for sharing experiences, information and emotional support in a friendly environment. Group meets second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 7:30-9 p.m. at Mid-Peninsula YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call Nancy Block at 327-5175 or Dory Meier at 988-6612.
Working with Arthritis Workshops Monthly workshop to explore the physical, emotional, spiritual and intellectual aspect of life as a working age person with arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions. First Tuesday of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Blake Wilbur Clinic, 900 Blake Wilbur Drive, Room W1084, Stanford University. Sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation. Call 493-5000, ext. 64476.
Health Advisory Services Individual consultation with fully qualified professionals, without fee. Nutritionists, Pharmacist's Advisory, and Physician's Advisory. Held monthly by appointment at the Senior Center of Palo Alto, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Call 327-2811.
Pregnancy & Postpartum Counseling Services offered at The Peninsula Birth Connection, a pregnancy & childbirth education and resource center in Palo Alto. For information or to schedule an appointment, call Janine at 856-2140.
Prenatal and Postpartum Massage Learn to manage the discomforts of pregnancy and prepare for labor at the Peninsula Birth Connection. Call 856-2140.
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. George Lister, 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.
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.
Healthy Volunteers Needed, 30-80 Years of Age If you are taking no medications currently, able to spend a Monday through Thursday in the Hospital Research Unit, willing to have IV lines in place for multiple blood draws. Earn $500. Call Betsy at Stanford Medical School at 725-4620.
Depressed Volunteers Needed, 30-80 Years of Age If you are depressed and taking no medications currently, able to spend a Monday through Thursday in the Hospital Research Unit, willing to have IV lines in place for multiple blood draws. Earn $500. Call Betsy at Stanford Medical School at 725-4620.
Male Caregivers needed Volunteers 50 years of age or older needed. You must be currently taking care of a spouse or relative in your home who has been diagnosed with dementia due to conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease, interested in learning how the daily challenge of caregiving might affect your physical and emotional well-being, interested in making an important contribution to science. Call Kellie Rhodes at 723-9530.
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.
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 18-40. Call Jen at 725-6648.
Palo Alto Senior Center Discover more about your community by volunteering at the information desk of a busy senior center. Help is also needed in the computer lab, health library, crafts shop, with bulk-mailing and weekend programs. Call Sue at 327-2811.
Palo Alto Medical Foundation's Women's Health Resource Center, which provides health information to community members, needs volunteers to assist the Women's Health Educator. Requirements include: health-related experience, interpersonal, basic computer and organizational skills. Three hours per week and a one year commitment is requested. For information/application, call June Badal, R.N. at 614-3200.
Pacific Art League of Palo Alto Volunteers are needed in many areas including gallery docent, exhibit installations, exhibit receptions, fundraising activities, special events, groundskeeper, handyperson, volunteer director's assistant, computer input, office assistants, caterer for events, and more. Volunteers obtain substantial discounts on gallery purchases and class tuition and participate in an annual awards dinner. Pacific Art League is located at 668 Ramona St., Palo Alto. For more information, contact Joe Hardegree at 321-3891.
Project Look! The arts education program at the Palo Alto Cultural Center is looking for new docents to join the program. Volunteers are needed to guide a small group of students on a tour of current exhibitions. Experience with children and art are a plus. Call 329-2176.
Palo Alto Senior Center Use your merchandising skills by volunteering at a crafts shop at a busy senior center. Assistant managers and sales clerks are needed during the week and on Saturdays. Information desk and computer lab receptionists, computer lab tutors, bulk mailers, library reference associates, and weekend program hosts are in demand. Call Sue at 327-2811.
The Palo Alto Animal Shelter needs volunteers who care about animals and enjoy working with people to serve as Animal Services Specialists. Volunteers assist the public with lost pets, spay and neuter appointments and adoptions, and generally help the public solve animal-related problems or issues. Positions available now for weekday shifts. Call Susie Brain at 496-5989.
Westwind 4-H Riding for Handicapped needs volunteers. Classes are Mondays and/or Thursdays, 4-5 p.m. Call 965-2698 or 948-1953.
English-in-Action Program seeks volunteers to converse in English one hour weekly with Stanford's International students, scholars or spouses. Call 961-3539 or 326-5252.
Diversity Network of the Palo Alto Area A group of volunteers working to promote understanding of and respect for racial, cultural, sexual, physical and religious differences throughout our community is seeking new members to get involved with projects. The group meets the first Wednesday of every month, 9-10:30 a.m. at Cubberley Community Center, Suite T-2, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 329-2388.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) The group matches individuals 55 and older with volunteer opportunities at more than 120 non-profit organizations in northern Santa Clara County. There are a variety of volunteer positions available. Your experience can make a difference. Call 326-5362.
Explorers-Docents needed by The Junior Museum and Zoo in Palo Alto Volunteers are needed to spend a few hours explaining exhibits, answering questions and performing simple activities with kids. Training will be provided. If you love kids and want to be a part of their educational growth, call Maggie Kane at 329-2112.
The Health Library, a community service of Stanford University, has several volunteer openings. A one year commitment is required. Shifts are 3-4 hours and require some familiarity with computers. Training is provided. Call Jacqueline at 329-9198 or visit the branch at Stanford Shopping Center for an application.
Bring the Jewish spirit to an older person Jewish Family and Children's Services and Ruach Ami, The Bay Area Jewish Healing Center are currently recruiting community members to provide Jewish spiritual support and connection to older Jews isolated in nursing homes. Volunteers must be able to work with elders, have a knowledge of Judaism and and interest in spirituality. Volunteers must be able to commit to 4-6 hours each month for one year. Training will be provided. Call Sheryl Groden at 561-1244 or Rabbi Jeffrey Silberman at 885-7785.
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. Call 326-6576.
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 Debbie at 964-6110.
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 nonprofit organization, regularly holds informational meeting for prospective volunteer facilitators to serve in semimonthly 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.
Ch.A.D.D, a nonprofit agency that assists children and adults with Attention Deficit Disorder and other learning disabilities, is seeking volunteers to assist the agency and do committee work. Computer experience helpful but not necessary. Call Sheila Cook at 327-2125.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Women's Support Group A place to discover yourself in the presence of other women. Offered by the Transpersonal Counseling Center and facilitated by Dana Gaynor, MACP, and Jan Fisher, Ph.D. Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. beginning Feb. 17 at 744 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto. To register, call 493-5006, ext. 7303 by Feb. 9.
Single Parents' Support Group Group meets Monday evenings from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Friends Meeting House, 957 Colorado Avenue, Palo Alto. Free childwatch available. Cost: Sliding scale. For more information call Family Service Mid-Peninsula at (650) 326-6576.
Single Mothers' Support Group Group meets Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Kaiser Permanente Hospital, Second Floor, Pediatrics, 555 Castro Street, Mountain View. Free childwatch available. Cost: Sliding scale. For more information call Family Service Mid-Peninsula at (650) 326-6576.
Single Parents' Brown Bag Group Group meets Mondays from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at Family Service Mid-Peninsula, 375 Cambridge Avenue, Palo Alto. Cost: Sliding scale. For more information call (650) 326-6576.
Weekly Women's Group An ongoing group in Menlo Park, Mondays, 7:40-9:10 p.m. Focuses on building self-esteem and self-empowerment while working through codependency issues. $20. Call Maggie Smith, MFCC, at 306-0391.
Women's Support/Counseling Group at Family Service Mid-Peninsula Members of the groups share concerns and accomplishments and work to change negative patterns in their lives. New members are welcome. The group meets Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. There is a sliding scale fee to attend. Call 326-6576.
Kara Grief Support Group meets every first and third Wednesday of each month at Kara, 457 Kingsley Ave., Palo Alto from 7-8:30 p.m. Call 321-5272.
Eating Disorders Group Educational support for women with eating disorders. Sessions based on stories taken from spiritual or cultural traditions. Call Aly Feldman at 366-2328 for information.
Men's support Group A place to work on important emotional issues and to get support and feedback from other men. Led by an experienced, licensed therapist. Meets Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. in Los Altos/Mountain View area. Call Brian Winkler, Ph.D. at 306-8188.
Dream Group Discover the meaning of your dreams for self-understanding, problem-solving, emotional healing, and guidance in a supportive group. Meets Mondays 4:30-6 p.m. in Los Altos/Mountain View area. Led by a licensed therapist who specializes in dreams. Call Brian Winkler, Ph.D. at 306-8188.
Birth Mother's Monthly Support Group meets to discuss adoption issues, reunions and beyond. Call Julie Burkhart at 494-6806.
Breast Cancer Support Group A self-help group for women dealing with breast cancer. Meetings offer a time for sharing experiences, information and emotional support in a friendly environment. Group meets second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 7:30-9 p.m. at Mid-Peninsula YWCA, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call Nancy Block at 327-5175 or Dory Meier at 988-6612.
The Attitudinal Healing Network of the Peninsula A non-profit organization based on the Course in Miracles and Jerry Jampolsky's work, offers a support group for anyone wishing to learn about attitudinal healing as a way to enhance their life and improve relationships. Group meets Thursday evenings in Palo Alto. No fee. Call 1-800-597-5918.
A Parent's Loss Support group for bereaved parents to provide a safe environment to share the many intense, painful feelings common to bereaved parents - feelings such as disbelief, anger, sadness, guilt, depression, isolation. Meeting times are worked out. Group meets at 851 Fremont Ave., Suite 210, Los Altos. $25 per session. Call Mary Astor at 948-8601.
ARTLIFE A group for artists, writers, and those interested in expanding their creativity. Currently reading from "The Artist's Way." The group meets Sundays, 4:30-6 p.m. in Room 6, 505 E. Charleston Road, Palo Alto. Call 328-5745.
Pregnancy Support Groups are held weekly at The Peninsula Birth Connection, a pregnancy & childbirth education and resource center in Palo Alto. Join with other pregnant women to share experiences and explore feelings. Call Janine at 856-2140.
New Mother Support Groups are held weekly at The Peninsula Birth Connection in Palo Alto. Bring your baby and spend time with other new moms. Call Janine at 856-2140.
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 Dr. Viki Markham, MFCC MV20219) at 858-2526.
F.E.M.A.L.E. (Formerly Employed Mothers at the Leading Edge) is a national support group for women who are working less than full-time to stay home and care for their children. We can help enrich your life at home through stimulating meetings, monthly newsletters, mom's nights out, and opportunities to continue using your skills. Call Natoka at 365-3598.
Overeaters Anonymous A 12-step recovery/support program for people with compulsive eating disorders meets Mondays at 7:30 p.m. at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 670 E. Meadow, Palo Alto. The group also meets at Trinity Church, 330 Ravenswood Ave., Menlo Park. Call 493-0358.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Fireplace Room, All Saints Episcopal Church, Waverley and Hamilton, Palo Alto. The newcomers meet at 9:30 a.m., followed by the regular meeting at 10 a.m. Smokers welcome. Call (408) 236-2196.
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 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.
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, 10:30-11:30 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.