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Intro to Studio 101 - A Work of Heart Studio Workshop

02-09-2012 - 02-09-2012

4

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $30 $25  Before 2/7

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 12:30pm-2pm

This workshop is to welcome newbies to the A Work of Heart art studio, and is a class designed to get you feeling comfortable with the lay of the land In this class you will learn a slew of new techniques, which will help you grow your "mixed media" skill sets The class will cover making a greeting card, a domino pendant, and a travel sized art journal Some of the techniques taught will include: stamping, blending of inks, stencils, alcohol inks, embossed art metal, uv resin, and more It really is an outstanding way for you to get a sense of how everyone works in the studio, and it will help you acclimate to the terminology, supplies, and techniques  ]]>

Dancing History - A Reconstruction of Anna Sokolow's "Rooms" Performance

02-09-2012 - 02-09-2012

4

Stanford University Drama Department

http://dance.stanford.edu/events.html

Roble Studio Theater - Stanford University - 375 Santa Teresa Street Stanford CA 94305-8125

Admission: Free

650-723-1234

Start Time(s): 7pm 9pm

Rooms, featuring music composed by Kenyon Hopkins for a jazz ensemble, is a powerful portrayal of the terrifying loneliness that afflicts even people living in the closest proximity to each other After the dance performance of Rooms, Dr Hannah Kosstrin, Assistant Professor at Reed College, will give a lecture, followed by a discussion This event is part of the series of satellite events organized as part of Ms @ 40 and the Future of Feminism Sponsored by Clayman Institute for Gender Research, Hillel at Stanford, and Department of Drama, Dance Division]]>

Parent and Me - Program for Infants and Toddlers

01-05-2012 - 02-09-2012

4

Congregation Beth David

Congregation Beth David - 19700 Prospect Road Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $100 for each 6-week session

408-257-3333

http://www.beth-david.org/rsvp

Start Time(s): 10am-11am for 1-2 year olds 11am-12pm for infants

Co-sponsored by The PJ Library® and Congregation Beth David, the program offers two classes: "Thursday Crawlers" (11am to noon) for infants and "Thursday Rompers" (10-11am) for 1-2 year olds Both classes take place at Beth David, 19700 Prospect Road, Saratoga The program includes art, music and play as well as an introduction to the Jewish holidays and is taught by experienced early childhood educator Jodi Tanowitz Weisman At "Thursday Crawlers," watch your babies discover the world around them and explore the emotions of parenthood while forming new friendships "Thursday Rompers" offers the opportunity to enjoy art, music, cooking, stories and more while promoting self-esteem in your child Each class runs for 6 sessions Sessions are ongoing Tuition is $100 for each session]]>

A Conversation with Bill Guttentag About Film and Television - How I Write Series

02-09-2012 - 02-09-2012

4

Stanford Continuing Studies Program

http://continuingstudies.stanford.edu/publicprograms/eventcalendar.php

Admission: Free

650-725-2650

continuingstudies@stanford.edu

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Bill Guttentag is a two-time Oscar-winning documentary and feature film writer-producer-director He also co-wrote and co-directed Nanking, a theatrical documentary that premiered at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival and features Woody Harrelson, Mariel Hemingway, and Jurgen Prochnow Also in 2007, he wrote and directed Live!--a dramatic feature starring Eva Mendes and Andre Braugher Soundtrack for a Revolution had its international premiere at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival He is currently in post-production on Knife Fight, a film he directed and co-wrote about a Democratic political consultant, starring Rob Lowe, Jamie Chung, Julie Bowen, Carrie-Ann Moss, Eric McCormack, Jennifer Morrison, Richard Schiff, and Saffron Burrows It is scheduled for release in 2012 Guttentag has won two Oscars for his documentary work and was nominated for three others He has also received a Peabody Award, three Emmy Awards and two Emmy nominations, two Writers Guild Award nominations, a Producers Guild Award nomination, and a Robert F Kennedy Journalism Award His films have been selected for the Sundance Film Festival three times and have played and won awards at numerous American and international film festivals They have also received a number of special screenings internationally and in the US, including at the White House His first novel, Boulevard, was published in 2010 He is a lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where he teaches a course on the film and television business Hilton Obenzinger--an accomplished fiction and nonfiction writer and lecturer in the Department of English, American Studies, and Continuing Studies--will engage Bill Guttentag in conversation, focusing on the techniques, quirks, and joys of writing]]>

Walker Evans, Photographer - Lecture

02-09-2012 - 02-09-2012

4

Cantor Arts Center

http://events.stanford.edu/byOrganization/18/

Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University - Lomita Drive & Museum Way Stanford CA 94305-5060

Admission: Free

650-723-4177

Start Time(s): 5:30pm

American photographer Walker Evans (1903–1975), with his direct and unsentimental images of life on small-town streets, in New York subways, and on sharecroppers' porches, inspired generations of photographers and helped shape contemporary art Jeff L Rosenheim, Curator, Department of Photographs at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, discusses Evans's work]]>

Maharaja - The Splendor of India's Royal Courts

02-09-2012 - 02-09-2012

4

Santa Clara County Library

http://sccl.org/saratoga

Saratoga Library - 13650 Saratoga Avenue Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: Free

408-867-6126 x3817

Start Time(s): 2pm

Explore the dazzling world of Indian royalty from the 1700's to the 1940's by getting close to the objects they commissioned, collected and loved The lecture is presented by the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco]]>

Are You Worth It? - Author Talk by Constance Chapman

02-09-2012 - 02-09-2012

4

East West Bookstore

http://www.eastwest.com/

East West Bookstore - 324 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free; call to reserve a place

650-988-9800

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

An international workshop leader and counselor, Constance Chapman, MA is the author of the acclaimed, innovative book Am I Worth It? How to Turn Doubt into Yes Forever Tonight, learn how self-doubt interferes with attracting love into your life, discover three secrets to overcoming the root cause of self-doubt, and find out what you can do to keep doubt from sabotaging your dreams "If your dreams have been dimmed by feelings of not being good enough, this is essential," says Marcia Weider, CEO/Founder of Dream University]]>

Child Development New Student Orientation

02-10-2012 - 02-10-2012

5

Foothill College

http://www.foothill.fhda.edu/childdevelopment/

Admission: Admission and parking are free

650-949-6950

ThomasJeanne@foothill.edu

Start Time(s): 6pm-7pm

Find out how Foothill’s Child Development Program can lead to a rewarding career working with children and families by attending the Child Development New Student Orientation Night Friday, Feb 10, from 6 to 7 pm in Room J-7 at the Foothill College Middlefield Campus in Palo Alto Admission and parking are free Foothill's Child Development Program is designed for people who are new to the early care and education field as well as for those who are experienced child development professionals Orientation Night highlights include identifying which child development courses to take first, an introduction to CARES (a financial stipend program for college students), information about the Child Development Club, and a presentation understanding the requirements needed to be successfully employed in the child development field Additional information session activities will give you the opportunity to meet one to one with program faculty, counselors and other students, tour Foothill Middlefield Campus facilities, and learn more about program requirements, the application process and admission to the college To RSVP, e-mail Department Chairwoman Jeanne Thomas at ThomasJeanne@foothilledu For more information, access wwwfoothilledu/childdevelopment/]]>

Gypsy Love with Lisa Guerin - Workshop

02-10-2012 - 02-10-2012

5

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $85

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 6pm-10pm

Guest Teacher Lisa Guerin is back in town, and she's doing a Valentine-themed Gypsy Junk class Gypsy Junk is like Shrinky Dink at its finest Lisa brings her amazing rubber stamp collection and her cool techniques, findings, and kits The creativity just flows from there! A kit, workbook, and instructions are included in Lisa's classes, so you can go home and create some more Don't miss out; it's been over a year since Lisa has taught at the studio, so come join in the fun]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

02-10-2012 - 02-10-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

02-10-2012 - 02-10-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Friday Night Waltz - Social Dancing

02-10-2012 - 02-10-2012

5

Friday Night Waltz

http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $8  Dance only $8-$12  Class plus Dance

info@FridayNightWaltz.com

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm  Class 9pm-12am  Dance

No partner is necessary for this fun event All ages are welcome; those under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian Casual, comfortable attire is fine A typical Friday Night Waltz event like this one draws 100-200 participants, and includes between forty and fifty dances in an evening About half the dances are waltzes and the rest of the dances are the mixers, the choreographed waltzes, one-steps, swing, tango, cha-cha, mazurka, schottische, an occasional hambo, blues, Zweifacher or salsa This event takes place in the Church's Fellowship Hall, located on the second floor The entrance is on the right of the courtyard, facing away from the street Free water and light refreshments are offered]]>

Final Cut Pro X - Workshop

02-07-2012 - 02-10-2012

5

CreaTV San Jose

http://www.creatvsj.org/Inner.aspx?page=103

CreaTV Studios - 255 W Julian Street Suite 100 San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $120 $90 for members

408-295-8815 x301

hello@creatvsj.org

Start Time(s): Tues & Fri: 9:30am-5:30pm

Introduction to editing with Final Cut Pro X for beginning editors This class requires intermediate Mac skills]]>

Paper Doll Workshop with Lisa Guerin

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $85

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 12pm-4pm

Guest Teacher Lisa Guerin is back in town, and she's bringing her amazing Character Construction stamp collection to create her one-of-a-kind paper dolls These are "Big Girl Paper Dolls," the kind that will make you squeal with excitement because they're so darn cute! Just in time for Valentines Day, you can make all your friends and loved ones beautiful cards using all the techniques you'll learn in this class A kit, workbook, and instructions are included in Lisa's classes, so you can go home and create some more Don't miss out; it's been over a year since Lisa has taught at the studio, so come join in the fun]]>

Valentine's Dance Party

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

Boogie Woogie Ballroom

http://www.boogiewoogieballroom.com

Admission: $15 for two lessons and dance party $12 for one lesson and dance party $10 for dance party only

650-627-4854

Start Time(s): 7pm-12am

Boogie Woogie Ballroom's Valentine's Dance Party is on Saturday, February 11, 2012 This dance is all about love & happiness! Prize drawings & games, mixer dance, plenty of food on the snack buffet, ice cream & decadent desserts A fun event for social dancers at any skill level 7-8pm East Coast Swing Lesson, 8-9pm Argentine Tango for Ballroom Dancers Lesson, 9-Midnight Valentine's Dance Party! Cost: $15 for two lessons & dance party, $12 for one lesson & dance party, $10 for dance party only]]>

Tuba Master Class with Marty Erickson

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

San Jose Wind Symphony

http://sjws.org

Campbell United Methodist Church - 1675 Winchester Boulevard Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $10 for audience $40 for participants

408-927-SJWS

turnage@sjws.org

Start Time(s): 1:30pm-3:30pm

Marty Erickson, former principal tubist with the United States Navy Band in Washington, DC, will conduct a master class in tuba performance Participants will be invited to join Mr Erickson on stage to play one piece in the San Jose Wind Symphony concert on February 12 Mr Erickson served 26 years in the US Navy Band, and has also been principal Eb tubist with the Brass Band of Battle Creek for 15 years and is a founding member of Millennium Brass Quintet, The Symphonia tuba-euphonium ensemble, and the tuba-percussion duo Balance with percussionist Alison Shaw]]>

Singles CPR Class

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

San Pedro Square Market

http://www.zvents.com/z/san_jose_ca/american-red-cross-club-red-cpr-singles-cpr-and-aed-training--events--240885244

San Pedro Square Market - 87 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $30

arjas@usa.redcross.org

Start Time(s): 1pm-4:30pm

The Red Cross will host a "Singles CPR" class in the Perrazo Building from 1pm to 4:30pm It is open to ages 21-35 years old and costs $30 Besides learning vitally important safety techniques, you may end up doing some mouth-to-mouth with an early Valentine! Contact Sowmya Arja at arjas@usaredcrossorg if you have any questions]]>

Contra Dance featuring Soul Weaving

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$15

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm  Lesson 8pm-11pm  Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by Soul Weaving The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

After Effects - Workshop

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

CreaTV San Jose

http://www.creatvsj.org/Inner.aspx?page=103

CreaTV Studios - 255 W Julian Street Suite 100 San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $120 $90 for members

408-295-8815 x301

hello@creatvsj.org

Start Time(s): 9:30am-5:30pm

Introduction to basic concepts in motion graphics and visual effects, including working with layers, compositing, and creating simple animations This class requires intermediate Mac skills]]>

History Detectives

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

Hayward Area Historical Society

http://www.haywardareahistory.org/events/view/114-childrens_program_at_mcconaghy_house

Admission: Free for children 10 and under and for Hayward Area Historical Society members $5 for adults $3 for students/seniors 65+

510-581-0223

info@haywardareahistory.org

Start Time(s): 10am-4pm

Solve McConaghy Family mysteries and make your own McConaghy House detective badge]]>

Stars - Planetarium Show

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 6pm

Every star has a story Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of Stars Narrated by actor Mark Hamill Recommended for Grades 5 and up]]>

Extreme Planets - Planetarium Show

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

For centuries, humanity has wondered whether they are alone in the Universe Now, they are finally one step closer to knowing the answer With the discovery in 1995 of the first planet orbiting another star, it is now known that planets are not unique to Earth's Solar System In fact, these extra-solar planets now appear to be quite common This planetarium show explores what makes a planet Earth-like and takes an immersive full-dome tour of several worlds that just might fit the conditions humanity needs for survival This is a Clark Planetarium Production in high-definition, 360-degree full-dome video  Its content is geared for audience members Grades 5 to adult]]>

The Tech Museum MathWorks Program

01-07-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

The Tech Museum

http://www.thetech.org/education/mathworks/

The Tech Museum - 201 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113-2008

Admission: Free

408-795-6330

Start Time(s): Sat: 10:30am-12pm or 2pm-3pm

MathWorks is a free, bilingual Spanish program for children and their families These math and science activities are designed to teach parents and families how to help reinforce math skills that are being taught in school These basic skills have been identified as those needed in order to be successful in math and science Snacks are provided for participants Each MathWorks session is 6 weeks of Saturday classes]]>

Mixed Media Valentine - Workshop

02-12-2012 - 02-12-2012

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $45 $40  Before 2/8

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 12:30pm-2:30pm

Come learn a delicious assortment of mixed media techniques used to create this fabulous collage You will be using polymer, metal sheets, embossing techniques, and a slew of other wonderful tricks to create your own one-of-a-kind, Mixed Media Valentine! All supplies are included]]>

Fused Holiday Ornaments - Discover Glass Workshop

02-12-2012 - 02-12-2012

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $100

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 10:30am-11:45am

Here is a chance for you to make two small square glass ornaments using colors of your choice Your imagination is the only limit to what you can create Experienced glass artists will help you with the process Don't miss this opportunity to make something lovely for your home, family, or friends The minimum age for this class is 5 years old, when accompanied by an adult]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

02-12-2012 - 02-12-2012

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

02-12-2012 - 02-12-2012

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 10am-12pm - or - 3:15pm-5:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Preschool Power! Superhero and Exclusionary Play - Parenting Education Series

02-12-2012 - 02-12-2012

Congregation Etz Chayim

http://www.etzchayim.org

Admission: Free

650-813-9094 x214

melissa@etzchayim.org

Start Time(s): 11:15am-12:15pm

Boys and Girls: Superhero and Exclusionary Play of Preschoolers Four-year-old boys and girls explore power in different ways, as they test boundaries, navigate friendships, and assert their independence Boys use superhero strengths and good guy/bad guy scenarios, while girls focus more on relationships and exclusionary play We discuss these age-appropriate power plays and develop positive parenting strategies to set health limits and build resiliency in young children Sessions meet at Congregation Etz Chayim (4161 Alma St, between Charleston and San Antonio in Palo Alto) Contact Melissa Rogoway for more information or to register- melissa@etzchayimorg or 650-813-9094 x214 To find out more about our presenter Heidi, see her website: http://wwwconnectforchildrencom/Connect4Children/Welcomehtml]]>

Laurel & Hardy plus Our Gang - Talkie Matinee with Film Appreciation Meeting

02-12-2012 - 02-12-2012

Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum

http://www.nilesfilmmuseum.org

Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum - 37417 Niles Boulevard Fremont CA 94536

Admission: $5

510-494-1411

Start Time(s): 3pm  Meeting 4pm  Screenings

The Midnight Patrol Tent of the "Sons of the Desert," the International Laurel & Hardy vintage comedy film appreciation society, will once again be meeting at the Edison Theater prior to the films The public is welcome to attend their friendly, informal, and very informative meeting The feature film for the afternoon will be Our Relations (1936) The shorts preceding the feature film are Sprucin' Up (1935) with Our Gang and Our Wife (1931)]]>

In Conversation with Sumbul Ali-Karamali - Silicon Valley Reads

02-12-2012 - 02-12-2012

Indian Business Professional Women

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

India Community Center - Milpitas - 525 Los Coches Street Milpitas CA 95035

Admission: Free

408-956-9115

info@ibpw.net

Start Time(s): 2pm

Sumbul Ali-Karamali, author of The Muslim Next Door, talks about her book and answers questions about being Muslim and American After her talk, Sumbul will be joined by S Reshma Inamdar and Sukumar Ramanathan for a panel discussion Since 9/11, stories about Muslims and the Islamic world have flooded headlines, politics, and water-cooler conversations all across the country And, although Americans hear about Islam on a daily basis, there remains no clear explanation of Islam or its people The Muslim Next Door offers easy-to-understand yet academically sound answers to these questions while also dispelling commonly held misconceptions Author Sumbul Ali-Karamali's vivid anecdotes about growing up Muslim and female in the West, along with her sensitive, scholarly overview of Islam, combine for a uniquely insightful look at the world's fastest growing religion 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

Funk Fusion Choreography with Michelle Reynolds

02-12-2012 - 02-12-2012

Halanda Studio

http://www.halanda.com/calendar-e.html

Halanda Studio - 1062 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $40 $35 in advance

408-246-1129

michelle@norulesdance.com

http://www.norulesdance.com/Site/Classes_and_Workshops.html

Start Time(s): 11:30am-2pm

Come learn a fun and funky choreography from the No Rules Dance repertoire This choreography incorporates bellydance isolations with hip hop stylization and attitude This will be a fast-paced workshop for the intermediate or advanced student]]>

Build a Crystal Radio - Workshop

01-22-2012 - 02-12-2012

Museum of American Heritage

http://www.moah.org/education

Museum of American Heritage - 351 Homer Avenue Palo Alto CA 94302-1731

Admission: $70 Members/$80 Non-members

650-321-1004

admin@moah.org

Start Time(s): Sun: 1pm-3:30pm

Students learn to build a crystal radio while exploring radio history, basic radio theory, and learning to read radio schematics For ages 10 and above]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

02-13-2012 - 02-13-2012

1

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

02-13-2012 - 02-13-2012

1

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Doris Roberts - Unique Lives and Experience Series

02-13-2012 - 02-13-2012

1

Let's Talk Entertainment

http://www.uniquelives.com/sanjose.php

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $36-$75

408-792-4111

http://www.uniquelives.com/sanjose.php

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

The minute you hear her voice, it's instantly recognizable This evening with Doris Roberts will lift your spirits and change your outlook on life! You will love everything about her--the warmth, wit, and wry humor of five-time Emmy winner Doris Roberts With an illustrious career in theater, film and television spanning five decades, she is part of our lives, especially as the memorable Marie on Everybody Loves Raymond With style, charm, and an indefatigable zest for life, Roberts continues to share her personal challenges, loves, and lessons learned along the way with her vibrant voice full of spirit Now Doris comes to the stage to share with you her stories and share her lessons learned in her journey of life spanning 82 years]]>

Stephen Salters Vocal Master Class - A Jess Shenson Recital Series

02-13-2012 - 02-13-2012

1

Stanford University Department of Music

http://music.stanford.edu/Events/calendar.html

Campbell Recital Hall - Stanford University - 541 Lasuen Mall Stanford CA 94305

Admission: Free

650-725-2787

Start Time(s): 4:15pm

Join baritone Stephen Salters for a vocal master class Salters' passionate and impeccably articulated performances of a wide range of repertoire have won him acclaim throughout Europe, the UK, Asia and the United States He works regularly with leading conductors including Christoph Eschenbach, Seiji Ozawa, Robert Spano, Nicholas McGegan, Keith Lockhart, Ivor Bolton, Will Crutchfield, Leonard Slatkin, Hugh Wolff, Bobby McFerrin, Jane Glover, Jeff Tyzik, and Martin Haselboeck On the opera stage with over 30 roles, he excels equally in contemporary works and standard repertory]]>

Flags of Iwo Jima The True Story - Presentation by Hal Buell, Photo Editor and Author

02-13-2012 - 02-13-2012

1

Stanford Continuing Studies Program

http://continuingstudies.stanford.edu/publicprograms/eventcalendar.php

Cubberley Auditorium - Stanford University - 485 Lasuen Mall Stanford CA 94305

Admission: Free

650-725-2650

continuingstudies@stanford.edu

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

The photograph of the raising of the American flag on Mt Suribachi, Iwo Jima, in the final months of World War II is arguably the most famous photo ever made It is the most published of photos, and it is an enduring icon of the American experience The picture has inspired four motion pictures, numerous books and articles, the monument at Arlington National Cemetery, and more Made by San Francisco photographer Joe Rosenthal of the Associated Press, the picture is that rare image that directly changed the way Americans thought and acted It inspired the Seventh (and final) War Bond drive of World War II The picture, however, was controversial and has remained so over the decades--victim of misunderstandings and the target of those who would diminish its impact Join Hal Buell, veteran Associated Press photo editor and author, as he discusses the story of the photograph and traces the lifelong journey of Rosenthal and his remarkable picture with its trials and its tribulations In this presentation of more than 100 photographs and video clips, Buell tells the full, true story of the photo, the battle of Iwo Jima, the photo's impact on World War II, and the photo's life as a lasting, patriotic symbol Hal Buell has worked on assignment in more than thirty-five countries and has headed the Associated Press Photo Service for twenty-five years, supervising an international staff of 300 photographers His career in news photography spanned the days of flash bulbs to the use of digital cameras, and many of the pictures of the last half of the 20th century crossed his desk Buell is the author of more than a dozen books on news photography, including Moments: The Pulitzer Prize Winning Photographs; The Kennedy Brothers; and Uncommon Valor, Common Virtue--the story of the Iwo Jima flag raising]]>

Technology and Society Committee Luncheon Forum

02-14-2012 - 02-14-2012

2

Technology and Society Committee

http://tian.greens.org/TASC.shtml

Admission: Free Admission $12  Lunch (optional)

650-969-7215

Start Time(s): 11:45am-1pm

Robert Vamosi is a longtime security analyst, blogger, and award winning journalist, now a Senior Analyst for Mocana, a start up focusing on the security of non-PC devices He has been covering digital security issues as a contributing editor at PCWorld, a blogger at Forbescom, and for many years a senior editor at ZDNet/CNET, and is the author of the recently published book, When Gadgets Betray Us: The Dark Side of our Infatuation With New Technologies Using real world examples, Robert will discuss the premise of his book: that technology is evolving faster than we are, and as our mobile phones, mp3 players, cars, and digital cameras become more and more complex, we understand less and less about how they actually work and what personal details these gadgets might reveal about us, which prevents us from striking the correct balance between convenience and security]]>

Sailing Round the World - Travel Talk

02-14-2012 - 02-14-2012

2

Little House

Admission: $3 Non-Members $2 Members

650-326-2025, ext 222

jscales@peninsulavolunteers.org

http://www.penvool.org

Start Time(s): 1:30pm-2:30pm

Little House Activity Center Tuesday Tea Come and meet John O'Connor, a long time Menlo Park proprietor and his wife Karen, who took an 8 year sabbatical aboard their 60 foot yacht, Windsong John will share pictures and yarns about the people and places they met along the way Included will be the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Maine, the Azores, Gibraltar, the Mediterranean, the Black, and the Red Sea]]>

Persistence - Peter Clothier, Tuesday Night Lecture

02-14-2012 - 02-14-2012

2

San Jose State University School of Art and Design

http://ad.sjsu.edu/whatsup/lectures/

San Jose State University - Art Building - 100 S 9th Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

408-924-4320

art.design@sjsu.edu

Start Time(s): 5pm

Clothier, a graduate of Cambridge University, is a long time observer of the contemporary art world and a widely published writer His publications include fiction and poetry, as well as David Hockney, a monograph, and a collection of political essays--The Bush Diaries This lecture address the predicament of the creative individual in a culture in which celebrity and money trump talent and quality of work, and specifically about the need for a disciplined mind and a commitment to practice--how to develop these qualities and apply them to a successful life in art This presentation, free and open to the public, will be held in Room 133 of SJSU's Art Building]]>

Handcut Stamps and Stencilry - Workshop

02-15-2012 - 02-15-2012

3

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $40 $35  Before 2/13

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 11pm-1pm

Create your own stencils and stamps using inexpensive and readily available craft and office supplies Use these handmade, custom tools to add pattern and design to background papers for card making, art journaling, scrapbooking, and more Bring to class an idea of what imagery you want to turn into stencils and stamps The best--and easiest--imagery has bold lines and chunky shapes Your finished stamp will measure 25 by 35 inches]]>

Intro to Studio 101 - A Work of Heart Studio Workshop

02-15-2012 - 02-15-2012

3

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $30 $25  Before 2/11

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 6pm-7:30pm

This workshop is to welcome newbies to the A Work of Heart art studio, and is a class designed to get you feeling comfortable with the lay of the land In this class you will learn a slew of new techniques, which will help you grow your "mixed media" skill sets The class will cover making a greeting card, a domino pendant, and a travel sized art journal Some of the techniques taught will include: stamping, blending of inks, stencils, alcohol inks, embossed art metal, uv resin, and more It really is an outstanding way for you to get a sense of how everyone works in the studio, and it will help you acclimate to the terminology, supplies, and techniques  ]]>

Zara Raab and Jeanne Wagner - Creative Writers Series

02-15-2012 - 02-15-2012

3

Notre Dame de Namur University

http://www.ndnu.edu/public-relations/arts-lectures-happenigs.aspx#eventslist

Admission: Call for prices

650-508-3730 x2

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Zara Raab lives in Berkeley, but she grew up on the North Coast, where her ancestors farmed, raised cattle and harvested tan oak Her poems appear in River Styx, Crab Orchard Review, Evansville Review, and elsewhere Her most recent book is Swimming the Eel (David Robert Books, 2011) Jeanne Wagner is the recipient of several national awards, including the MacGuffin Poet Hunt, the Ann Stanford Prize, the Briar Cliff Review Award and the 2011 Inkwell Prize, judged by Mark Doty Her poems have appeared in Spoon River Poetry Review, RHINO, Cincinnati Review, Alaska Quarterly Review and PBS website's Poem of the Week She has five collections of poetry, the most recently, In The Body Of Our Lives, was released by Sixteen Rivers Press in 2011]]>

The Merchant of Venice - Read-Along Shakespeare in San Carlos

02-15-2012 - 02-15-2012

3

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/4968

San Carlos Library - 610 Elm Street San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free

650-591-0341

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm

Gather with other fans of Shakespeare to read his works Please bring a copy of the play if you have one as only a few library copies may be available This month's play is The Merchant of Venice]]>

What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank - Nathan Englander, Author

02-15-2012 - 02-15-2012

3

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/cultural-arts/cultural-arts-main/

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $10-$18

650-223-8699

jlanducci@paloaltojcc.org

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/events/2012/02/15/classes-workshops-lectures/author-encounter-nathan-englander/

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Renowned author Nathan Englander will discuss his new story collection, What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank These eight new stories from the celebrated novelist and short-story writer display a gifted young author grappling with the great questions of modern life, with a command of language, and with the imagination that place Englander at the very forefront of contemporary American fiction Beautiful and courageous, funny and achingly sad, Englander's work is a revelation Nathan Englander's short fiction has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, and numerous anthologies, including The Best American Short Stories and The O Henry Prize Stories Englander is the author of the novel The Ministry of Special Cases and the story collection For the Relief of Unbearable Urges--which earned him a PEN/Malamud Award and the Sue Kaufman Prize for First Fiction from the American Academy of Arts and Letters He lives in Brooklyn, New York This event is held in Room E-104 of the Community Center]]>

Orientation Session - The Media Center

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

The Media Center

http://www.communitymediacenter.net/media_production/take_a_class/class_descriptions.html

The Media Center - 900 San Antonio Road Palo Alto CA 94303-4917

Admission: Free

650-494-8686 x10

classes@midpenmedia.org

Start Time(s): 6pm-7pm

Learn the basics about your public access channel and how you can best make use of it This session is designed to answer your questions, explore what you'd like to do, and help you get started The session includes signing up for classes and a tour of the facility]]>

Jewelry Making Treasure Chest Bracelet - Workshop

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $55 $50  Before 2/12

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Take extra buttons, beads, favorite charms, and any other odds and ends, and transform them into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind bracelet that is sure to dazzle! Come empty handed--there are loads of goodies at the studio--or bring your own broken jewelery, charms, chain, etc If you have them, you can also bring jewelry making tools No jewelry making experience is necessary, but it is helpful]]>

Jewelry Making Vintage Button Bracelet - Workshop

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $45 $40  Before 2/14

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 12pm-2pm

Buttons are addictive, so remember that once you start, you won't want to stop--nor will you really need to This precious button bracelet that you will create will become a staple in your wardrobe and your friends will all want you to make them one as well! Come empty handed and learn how to turn the studio's $10 button kit, which contains over forty buttons, into this darling bracelet Another option is to raid your own button jar and bring forty or so shank buttons--not the ones with holes, the ones with the loopy thing on the back Other good items to bring are: glasses, if you need them; flat-nosed jewelry pliers, if you have them; and your patience This is a moderately tedious process, but the result is well worth the trouble]]>

Enchanting Rosette Necklace - Workshop

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $50 $45  Before 2/12

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Life is full of all sorts of enchanting moments and enchanting things, and it's sweet when people find "that" particular accessory that makes them feel beautiful and romantic This is one such piece, and you'll be so glad you took the time to pamper yourself with art therapy and adorn yourself with this gorgeous necklace All supplies are included in this class, but if you wish to bring in elegant little charms to add to your custom piece, please feel welcome to do so]]>

Jazz at the Cantor Arts Center - Lecture and Demonstration

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

Cantor Arts Center

http://museum.stanford.edu/participate/programs_events_lectures_symposia.html

Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University - Lomita Drive & Museum Way Stanford CA 94305-5060

Admission: Free

650-723-4177

Start Time(s): 12pm

This lunchtime jazz lecture and demonstration, featuring Loren Schoenberg, director of the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, highlights the rich cross-fertilization between American jazz and music from Latin America and the Caribbean The program is supported in part by the Joan and John Jay Corley Fund for Performance]]>

Two Among the Righteous Few - Marty Brounstein, Author

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

Peninsula Library System

http://ssf.net/Calendar.aspx?EID=3429&month=2&year=2012&day=3&calType=0

South San Francisco Main Library - 840 W Orange Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080

Admission: Free

650-829-3860

Start Time(s): 6:30pm-7:30pm

Join Marty Brounstein, author of Two Among the Righteous Few: A Story of Courage in the Holocaust, for a discussion of his book Based on a true story, it is an inspirational story about a Christian couple in the Netherlands who helped save the lives of at least two dozen people during the Holocaust and World War II]]>

ArtRage: Mardi Gras

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

San Jose Museum of Art

http://www.sjmusart.org/

San Jose Museum of Art - 110 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $5 General Public $250 SJMA Members  

408-271-6840

https://sjmusart.vbotickets.com/event/artrage_mardi_gras/1642

Start Time(s): 6:30pm Check-in 7pm Event

Laissez les bon temps rouler (let the good times roll)! Enjoy Mardi Gras-inspired entertainment, cocktails, and creative art experiences Zydeco music by Tom Rigney and Flambeau, DIY Art Mardi Gras masks, and more Cafe Too be open serving pub food, beer and wine, and a specialty cocktail (no-host bar)]]>

Creating a Cohesive Silicon Valley - Community Dinner and Dialogue Event

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

Asian Americans for Community Involvevment

http://bit.ly/VoicesSantaClara-RSVP

Benson Memorial Center - Santa Clara University - 500 El Camino Real Santa Clara CA 95053

Admission: Free

408-975-2730 x462

voices@aaci.org

Start Time(s): 5:30pm-8:30pm

Join the Santa Clara community for the award-winning film, "Welcome to Shelbyville," plus dinner, speakers, and small-group dialogue! - Event is free and open to the public - Free dinner! (Provided on a first-come, first-served basis) - Please RSVP at Official Site, or by contacting Beverly Wong at (408) 975-2730 x462 or voices@aaciorg Program will include: - Film Screening of “Welcome to Shelbyville” - A new one-hour documentary about a small Tennessee town in the midst of dramatic demographic change, and its journey toward becoming a more welcoming community - Small-Group Dialogue - Facilitated sharing and exploration of perspectives from both immigrant newcomers and long-time residents - Community Speakers - Personal stories from individuals who have helped new immigrants settle into our community - Action Opportunities and Resources - Ways you can take part in making Silicon Valley a more welcoming place for all! Presented by AACI Silicon Valley Asian American Voices and Silicon Valley Alliance for Immigration Reform Co-sponsored by the Santa Clara University Law Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association Made possible in part by a grant from Silicon Valley Community Foundation Thursday, February 16, 2012 6:00-8:30 pm (Dinner starts 5:30 pm) Santa Clara University, Benson Memorial Center (Parlors BC) 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053]]>

Art Talk - Are You Serial?

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art

http://www.sjica.org

San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art - 560 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $5 ICA members $10 non-members Pay at the door

408-283-8155

Start Time(s): 6:30pm-9pm

Join the conversation and demonstrations about serial approaches to art making by exhibiting artists in the show "One Thing Leads to Another" on view in the Main Gallery Event Timeline 6:30pm to 7:30pm: Mix and Mingle Learn about the tools, materials and process that exhibiting artists employ to make their work through demonstrations throughout the gallery 7:30pm to 8:30pm: Group Discussion In conversation with Curator Susan OMalley, artists will discuss the infinite possibilities of serial practices, working on paper and repetition in their work 8:30-9pm: Mingle before heading home Artists include: Anthony Ryan Amy Ellingson Fanny Retsek Lea Feinstein Christel Dillbohner]]>

Black History Month Storytelling Experience with Yolanda Rhodes

02-16-2012 - 02-16-2012

4

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/content/yolanda-rhodes-black-history-month-storytelling-experience

East Palo Alto Library - 2415 University Avenue East Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: Free

650-321-7712 x225

Start Time(s): 4:30pm

Come and listen to Yolanda Rhodes as she tell true stories of African American Heroines in American History]]>

Fused Holiday Ornaments - Discover Glass Workshop

02-17-2012 - 02-17-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $100

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8:45pm

Here is a chance for you to make two small square glass ornaments using colors of your choice Your imagination is the only limit to what you can create Experienced glass artists will help you with the process Don't miss this opportunity to make something lovely for your home, family, or friends The minimum age for this class is 5 years old, when accompanied by an adult]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

02-17-2012 - 02-17-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm - or - 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Pleiadian Initiations of Light - Christine Day, Author Talk

02-17-2012 - 02-17-2012

5

East West Bookstore

http://www.eastwest.com/

East West Bookstore - 324 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free; call to reserve a place

650-988-9800

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Internationally renowned spiritual teacher, healer, author, and Pleiadian Ambassador, Christine Day will be signing her book, Pleiadian Initiations of Light She will also share what the Pleiadians want us to know about the earth changes that are taking place, the true role of the crop circles, and the dimensional shifts occurring within our physical bodies This will be followed by a free light initiation from the Pleiadians, and a live channel with a question and answer session]]>

Mad Hot Ballroom Class and Dance

02-17-2012 - 02-17-2012

5

Dance Spectrum

http://www.thedancespectrum.com/calendar/

Dance Spectrum - 1707 S Bascom Ave, Suite D Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $10 per person

408-371-9722

Start Time(s): 8pm-9pm  Class 9pm-11pm  Dance

Join Dance Spectrum for fun Friday night dancing Take class with Lerey and Rebecca, and then practice your dancing in the open dancing portions of the night while enjoying refreshments and much more]]>

Friday Night Waltz - Social Dancing

02-17-2012 - 02-17-2012

5

Friday Night Waltz

http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $8  Dance only $8-$12  Class plus Dance

info@FridayNightWaltz.com

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm  Class 9pm-12am  Dance

No partner is necessary for this fun event All ages are welcome; those under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian Casual, comfortable attire is fine A typical Friday Night Waltz event like this one draws 100-200 participants, and includes between forty and fifty dances in an evening About half the dances are waltzes and the rest of the dances are the mixers, the choreographed waltzes, one-steps, swing, tango, cha-cha, mazurka, schottische, an occasional hambo, blues, Zweifacher or salsa This event takes place in the Church's Fellowship Hall, located on the second floor The entrance is on the right of the courtyard, facing away from the street Free water and light refreshments are offered]]>

Regarding Re- Reconstruction, Repeformance, Research

02-17-2012 - 02-18-2012

6

Stanford Humanities Center

http://shc.stanford.edu/events/calendar/

Stanford Humanities Center - 424 Santa Teresa Street Stanford CA 94305

Admission: Free

650-725-1219

Start Time(s): Fri: 3pm-6pm Sat: 9am-4pm

The Drama Department is organizing a mini-conference about happenings and re-performance Over the past few years, the repetition of live performance has returned as a central problem for performance studies, art history, and theater studies As the plastic and performing arts industries revisit landmark performances of the 1960s and 1970s, artists and scholars have posed questions about the function, validity, and ontology of such "reperformances" Bringing together some of the most distinguished scholars and artists in the fields of art, dance, and theater, this conference returns to these questions, emphasizing the role of creativity in reconstruction and exploring how it works as both pedagogy and research Featuring talks and conversations with Mario Biagini, Marin Blazevic, Mark Franko, Amelia Jones, and Robert Whitman]]>

A Pioneer In Aviation - Robert Dye, Author

02-18-2012 - 02-18-2012

6

Hiller Aviation Museum

http://www.hiller.org/Pioneer-in-Aviation.shtml

Hiller Aviation Museum - 601 Skyway Road San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free with museum admission Museum Admission: $7-$11 Free for kids 4 and under

650-654-0200

Start Time(s): 11am

For years, long lost information about the man that was literally instrumental in Charles Lindbergh's famous transatlantic flight sat forgotten in Bob Dye's home Dye ran across the old newspaper and magazine clippings, telegrams, and letters about Brice Goldsborough one day when rifling through some old boxes As he read them he began to realize how much Goldsborough contributed to early aviation Brice Goldsborough made a big impression in a short time In 1919 he started Pioneer Instrument Company, a firm that became one of the world's largest aviation instrument producers It was Goldsborough who designed, built, and installed the instrument panel for Lindbergh's famous plane, the Spirit of St Louis He also became associated with other famous names in aviation such as Glenn Curtiss, Clyde Cessna, Walter Beech, and Igor Sikorsky To learn more about this forgotten aviator come listen to Author Bob Dye talk about Brice Goldsborough in his book, A Pioneer in Aviation: The Life Story of Brice Goldsborough There will be a book signing after the presentation]]>

Animal Enrichment - Weekend Workshop

02-18-2012 - 02-18-2012

6

CuriOdyssey

http://www.curiodyssey.org/activities/classes-workshops/weekend-workshops

CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point - 1651 Coyote Point Drive San Mateo CA 94401

Admission: $20-$25 per child Pre-registration is required

650-342-7853

scheduler@curiodyssey.org

Start Time(s): 10:30am-12pm

Ever wonder why the coyote has a cereal box in her enclosure or why the keepers hang paper grocery bags with the bobcats? It’s not trash but rather what zoo keepers call "enrichment" and it helps stimulate and engage the senses of CuriOdyssey’s resident animals Make an enrichment package, get up-close with a live animal, and observe how non-releasable animals interact with your creation Puzzle boxes for the ravens, twisty containers for the raccoons, and scent bags for the bobcats are all items that look like trash to people, but are treasures to the animals This workshop is for children ages 6-11 years old]]>

Mozart's Birthday Celebration

02-18-2012 - 02-18-2012

6

Stanford Continuing Studies Program

http://continuingstudies.stanford.edu/publicprograms/eventcalendar.php

Admission: Free

650-725-2650

continuingstudies@stanford.edu

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Join Stanford Continuing Studies for a musical party in celebration of the 256th birthday of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart This delightful evening will be hosted by the San Francisco Chamber Orchestra's musical director, Benjamin Simon, and will feature the San Francisco Chamber Orchestra's All-Stars: Robin Sharp and Debra Fong on violins, Sharon Wei and Ben Simon on violas, and Robert Howard on cello Enjoy two glorious Mozart viola quintets One is a very early quintet: String Quintet No 1 in B-flat Major (K 174) The other is one of his mature masterpieces: String Quintet No 5 in D Major (K 593) There will be a Mozart Trivia Contest and a guest appearance by young Wolfie himself]]>

San Jose Taiko Public Workshop

02-18-2012 - 02-18-2012

6

San Jose Taiko

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Admission: $50/person

408-293-9344

yurika@taiko.org

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Start Time(s): 10am-1pm

You’ve seen San Jose Taiko play--now it’s your turn! Join fellow taiko enthusiasts in learning the basics of San Jose Taiko’s style in a fun and engaging three-hour workshop A brief history of taiko is presented, and participants learn a song based on fundamental stance, rhythms, and technique No taiko experience is necessary, but participants must be at least 15 years old and capable of fairly rigorous physical activity]]>

Carpets and Computers - Lecture Series

02-19-2012 - 02-19-2012

The Tech Museum

http://www.thetech.org/islamic_science_rediscovered/lectures.html

The Tech Museum - 201 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113-2008

Admission: Lecture Only: $10; only $5 for members One price for all ages Admission to Lecture, Museum and Exhibition:$24; only $13 for members One price for all ages Combination rates good only for on-site and over the phone sales

(408) 294-8324

http://tickets.thetech.org/calendar/view.asp?id=26570

Start Time(s): 2pm-4pm

Inside Islamic Science: Dialogues and Discussions Moderated by Angie Coiro Each interview, panel discussion, or lecture offers constructive dialogue on culture, religion, knowledge and beliefs, sparked by The Tech Museum's latest exhibition, Islamic Science Rediscovered Participate Exchange ideas Get in depth perspectives Take part in a forum bringing balanced perspective on Islam and its contributions throughout history Engage with others to probe a culture that is often demonized and misunderstood This lecture by Prof Minoo Moallem is entitled Carpets and Computers, and it focuses on the influence of weaving and carpet looms on the development of computers in the West Minoo Moallem is Professor of Gender and Women's Studies at UC Berkeley challenges the mainstream stereotypical representation of Islam and Muslims as backward, fanatical, and pre-modern by showing how Islamic nationalism and fundamentalism are by-products of modernity Using magazines, novels, and films, she offers a feminist transnational analysis of contemporary Iranian culture that questions dominant binaries of modern and traditional, West and East, secular and religious, and civilized and barbaric She is the author of "Between Warrior Brother and Veiled Sister Islamic Fundamentalism and the Cultural Politics of Patriarchy in Iran" Her on-line project "Nation-on-the Move" was recently published in "Vectors Journal of Culture and Technology in a Dynamic Vernacular" Among other projects Professor Moallem is currently working on a book manuscript on the commoditization of the nation through consumptive production and circulation of such commodities as the Persian carpet]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

02-20-2012 - 02-20-2012

1

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

02-20-2012 - 02-20-2012

1

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Take Flight for Kids - Presidential Planes

02-20-2012 - 02-20-2012

1

Hiller Aviation Museum

http://www.hiller.org/flight-explorers.shtml

Hiller Aviation Museum - 601 Skyway Road San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: $35-$40

650-654-0200

Start Time(s): 1:30pm-4:30pm

In Presidential Planes, kids explore the history of Presidential aviation while building and flying a small model of the world's most famous airplane Check out the cockpit of a Boeing 747 aircraft, a version of which is flown as today's Air Force One Take the controls of presidential aircraft past and present in the flight simulator in a hands-on exploration of the ultimate in executive air transport Take Flight programs are half-day adventures into the world of aviation for elementary-aged students in Grades 1-5 Sessions are scheduled on select weekend and holiday dates throughout the year and include the following: hands-on construction of flying model aircraft, exclusive behind-the-scenes cockpit explorations in museum aircraft, and a special flight simulation experience in the Flight Sim Zone]]>

Comfortably Unaware - Dr Richard Oppenlander, Author Talk

02-20-2012 - 02-20-2012

1

East West Bookstore

http://www.eastwest.com/

East West Bookstore - 324 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free; call to reserve a place

650-988-9800

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Dr Richard Oppenlander has studied, researched, and lectured extensively on global depletion and food choice responsibility for over 40 years With relentless dedication to the healing of our bodies, the welfare of animals, and the healing of our planet, Oppenlander wrote Comfortably Unaware, a book with a three-pronged approach to promoting the eradication of eating animals and encouraging a plant-based way of life He addresses the disconnect between sustainability and food choices with unapologetic candor, discussing facts and perspectives that many authors touting commitment to sustainable practices are unwilling to ever cover or disclose]]>

Genealogy Program Getting Ready for the 1940 Census

02-21-2012 - 02-21-2012

2

Santa Clara City Libraries

http://www.scchgs.org/main/meeting.html

Central Park Library - Santa Clara - 2635 Homestead Road Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: Free and Open to the Public

408-615-2909

Start Time(s): 6:15pm-7:45pm

When the 1940 US Census is released in April 2012, there will be no name index for at least another six months To find people, genealogists must search by location The census is organized by Enumeration Districts (EDs) so towns and streets must be converted to an ED to access your ancestors Steve Morse, creator of the One Step Webpages will demonstrate how to do this]]>

The Perambulations of a 19th Century Interloper - Stephen Berkman, Tuesday Night Lecture

02-21-2012 - 02-21-2012

2

San Jose State University School of Art and Design

http://ad.sjsu.edu/whatsup/lectures/

San Jose State University - Art Building - 100 S 9th Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

408-924-4320

art.design@sjsu.edu

Start Time(s): 5pm

Stephen Berkman's presentation will guide you on a time bending tour traversing the highways and lost byways of his 19th century photographic "state" Berkman began working with the obsolete wet-collodion process, well over 300 fort-nights ago as part of a quixotic quest to re-imagine the nineteenth century through a series of photographs that would refute the notion of history being a closed circuit; instead history is viewed as an evolving work in progress, still receptive to moments of serendipity In addition to his photographic body of work, Stephen Berkman of Zohar Studios creates installation projects, which explore the era of pre-chemical photography both literally and philosophically through constructions that encompass optical projections and sculptural reinterpretations of the camera obscura This presentation, free and open to the public, will be held in Room 133 of SJSU's Art Building]]>

The End of Illness - Dr David Agus, Author

02-21-2012 - 02-21-2012

2

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/cultural-arts/cultural-arts-main/

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $7-$20

408-280-5145

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/events/2012/02/21/classes-workshops-lectures/author-encounter-dr.-david-agus/

Start Time(s): 7pm

Dr Davis Agus--Director of USC's Westside Cancer Center, Professor of Medicine at USC Keck School of Medicine, and Co-Founder of Navigenics--asks the question: despite advances in modern medicine, why isn't humankind better at curing illness? In his book, The End of Illness, Agus offers a totally new way of looking at how to prevent and combat cancer, heart disease, and autoimmune disorders and takes on some misconceptions about vitamins, supplements, food, and the role of DNA He also will discuss exciting breakthrough technologies that promise to transform medicine in our generation This event is held in the Schultz Cultural Arts Hall of the Community Center]]>

Intro to Studio Production

02-01-2012 - 02-22-2012

3

KMVT Community Television

http://www.kmvt15.org/workshops/adult.html

KMVT Community Television Studios - 1400 Terra Bella Avenue, Suite M Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $85 Ages 16+

650-968-1540

info@kmvt15.org

http://www.kmvt15.org/workshops/adult_signup-form.html

Start Time(s): Wed: 6:30pm-9:30pm

Learn all the skills necessary to crew on a television production No previous experience is necessary Learn the basics of studio production--including camera operation, floor direction, audio engineering, technical directing, tape operation and directing Participants receive hands-on practice with studio equipment This class takes place over four consecutive Wednesdays As a final project, the class produces a half-hour show, Random Access, to be cablecast on KMVT15]]>

Jym Marks - EVC Authors Series

02-22-2012 - 02-22-2012

3

Evergreen Valley College

http://www.evc.edu/events/index.asp

Evergreen Valley College - 3095 Yerba Buena Road San Jose CA 95135

Admission: Free

408-274-7900 x6605

Sterling.Warner@evc.edu

Start Time(s): 12:30pm-1:30pm

Jym Marks, proprietor of Markstyle--the long-standing Willows sartorial parlor that is still, as it has long been, a community center and a gathering spot for men young and not-so-young--is a sought-after inspirational speaker On the side, he plays drums in a jazz quartet Jym recalls an era before the Onetta Harris Center and the Boys and Girls Club were built, when there weren't many other spots for men to gather in east Menlo Park Drawing on the wit and wisdom from the barber shop, his goal is to share his enthusiasm for education and inspire others to recognize excellence from within He's run a successful Menlo Park business for 42 years He's published eleven volumes of poetry and three books focused on helping men come to grips with their feelings The EVC Authors Series is free, open to the public, and held in Montgomery Hall (Student Center 127) of Evergreen Valley College]]>

Mixed Media Collage Demonstration and Workshop

02-22-2012 - 02-22-2012

3

Olive Hyde Art Gallery

http://www.olivehydeartguild.org

Olive Hyde Art Gallery - 123 Washington Boulevard Fremont CA 94536

Admission: Free

510-651-4441

Start Time(s): 10am-12pm

Local artist and Olive Hyde Art Guild member Denise Oyama Miller will present a Mixed Media Collage Demonstration in the Mission Room of the Olive Hyde Art Center After the demo there will be a "hands-on" experience for making small landscapes Seating is limited, so please call to reserve your place and get the supply list]]>

Masters of Venice - Art Appreciation Series

01-11-2012 - 02-22-2012

3

Saratoga Foothill Club

http://www.foothillclub.org

Saratoga Foothill Club - 20399 Park Place Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $80 for entire series - or - $25 per event

408-867-9048

Start Time(s): Wed: 7:30pm (1/11, 1/25, 2/8, 2/22 only)

This series highlights Renaissance paintings of power and passion, and will be presented by Professor Fran Rushing, MA, lecturer, educator and art historian]]>

Childhood Under Seige - Joel Bakan, Author

02-23-2012 - 02-23-2012

4

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/content/evening-author-joel-bakan

Belmont Library - 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas Belmont CA 94002

Admission: Free

650-591-8286

Start Time(s): 7pm

The Belmont Library will feature best-selling author and legal scholar Joel Bakan Bakan, a professor of law at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, will appear to discuss his latest book, Childhood Under Siege: How Big Business Targets Children This is the follow-up to Bakan's 2004 best-selling title The Corporation: The Pathological Pursuit of Profit and Power, an account of how corporations have risen in the last 150 years to become a dominant economic force, wielding immense power over governments and society as a whole It has been published in 20 languages and was the basis for the documentary film of the same name, which won the award for best foreign documentary at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival]]>

African Dance and Drumming Classes - Thursdays

02-02-2012 - 02-23-2012

4

Akoma Arts

http://www.akomaarts.org

Admission: Free

408-506-6988

jah2big@sbcglobal.net

Start Time(s): Thursdays: 7pm-8:15pm  Drum Class 8:15-9:15pm  Dance

Akoma Arts is sponsoring free African Dance and Drumming Classes through the month of February Every Thursday in the month of February (Feb 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd) Drum class from 7-8:15pm, Dance 8:15-9:15pm San Jose High School Small Gym (Directly across Julian St from San Jose High School) 275 N 24th St Corner of 24th and Julian St San Jose, CA 95116  ]]>

Introduction to Veneering

02-21-2012 - 02-23-2012

4

The Sawdust Shop

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classschedule.asp

The Sawdust Shop - 452 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale CA 94085

Admission: $150

408-992-1004

support@sawdustshop.com

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classdetails.asp?id=61

Start Time(s): Tues, Thurs: 6pm-10pm (Class takes place over both days)

Do you want to dress up your projects with beautiful woods in eye-catching patterns? Maybe you want to make more stable panels and tabletops, while dramatically cutting the cost of materials Perhaps you'd like a special project to feature woods you could never find, let alone build with, as solid lumber If so, veneering is for you The most beautiful wood in the world is sold to veneer manufacturers Wood too gnarly and unstable to ever be used in the solid is sliced into thin sheets to cover gorgeous furniture, cabinets, and boxes Wood that would cost you $100 per board-foot and more, if you could find it at all, is readily available as veneer Here's how to put it to work for you In this two-evening class you'll make a book-matched, veneered panel suitable for use in a box or small cabinet A box plan is included in the notes In the process, you’ll learn how to: find and cut out book-matched patterns; prepare and tape up veneer elements; add pizzazz with inlay bandings and frames; use a vacuum bag for economical clamping; adhere veneer to substrates while minimizing bleed-through problems; trim panels square to visual elements within the panels; and deal with glue spots in the finishing process Come for two evenings of fun with popular instructor Phil Roybal You'll leave with a wealth of knowledge about how to put veneers to work in your projects and with a pretty panel ready to build into a project of your own This class is suitable for beginners as well as more-experienced woodworkers]]>

Art of the Silk Road - Docent Lecture

02-23-2012 - 02-23-2012

1

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/4968

Millbrae Library - 1 Library Avenue Millbrae CA 94030

Admission: Free

650-697-7607

Start Time(s): 1pm

This lecture discusses the world’s oldest international highway, on a voyage that spans six centuries (AD 600-1200) Using works of art from the Asian Art Museum, the program showcases four representative cities: Xi’an, China’s Tang Dynasty capital; Turfan, a bustling oasis; Samarkand, home of prosperous merchants; and Baghdad, a meeting place for scholars, scientists, and philosophers]]>

Tales from the Zirzameen - Brian Appleton, Author

02-23-2012 - 02-23-2012

4

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Purchase of event book or $10 gift card required* Free for members *Admits 2

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

Tales from the Zirzameen reflects on Iranian culture and society as well as the American expatriate culture there in the 1970s The short stories relate how the author became totally assimilated there, and he shares his experiences leading up to the revolution and in its aftermath The book is relevant and funny in addition to its serious side Despite the circumstances under which the he left the country--including being taken hostage for a time--the author celebrates the hospitality and rich culture of the Iranian people He was welcomed warmly into their society and came to appreciate the sincerity and kindness that characterized the people he met Brian Hanson Appleton aka Rasool Aryadust was born in Tokyo, Japan, and grew up in Greece and Italy as a self-described ''army brat'' As an adult, he lived in Iran for five years before, during, and after the Iranian Revolution of 1979 Prior to working there, he attained a bachelor of arts degree in anthropology from George Washington University, graduating Phi Beta Kappa He recently received his master of arts degree in ancient history from the International University of Fundamental Studies Oxford Educational Network, Saint Petersburg, Russia Before the talk, there will be an introduction by Mahbod Seraji, author of Rooftops of Tehran]]>

Orientation - Free Introductory Class to CreaTV

02-23-2012 - 02-23-2012

4

CreaTV San Jose

http://www.creatvsj.org/Inner.aspx?page=103

CreaTV Studios - 255 W Julian Street Suite 100 San Jose CA 95110

Admission: Free

408-295-8815 x301

hello@creatvsj.org

Start Time(s): 4pm-6pm

CreaTV San Jose members have access to classes that teach the basics of video production Classes cover pre-production (ie development, scripting, legal responsibilities), production (ie operation of TV studio and field production equipment—lighting, sound, graphics) and post-production (ie editing, narration, music, superimposed titles) The Orientation class must be taken before any other classes This class uses the CreaTV San Jose Policies and Procedures manual to give you the basics about the public access channels It will explore what you'd like to do, help you get started, and answer all your questions on how you can make the best use of CreaTV San Jose]]>

Authors Stephen Beachy and Josh Mohr in Conversation

02-23-2012 - 02-23-2012

4

Books Inc

http://www.booksinc.net

Books Inc - Palo Alto - 855 El Camino Real #74 Palo Alto CA 94304

Admission: Free

650-321-0600

Start Time(s): 7pm

Stephen Beachy, author of Boneyard--a "collaborative novel" featuring Jake Yoder, a precocious boy caught between Amish culture and the modern world--and Josh Mohr, author of Damascus--an ambitious, uplifting, and vital new work that underlines his relevance as a major American voice--in conversation]]>

My Name Is Bilal - Presentation by Author Asma Uddin, Silicon Valley Reads

02-23-2012 - 02-23-2012

4

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Woodland Branch Library - 1975 Grant Road Los Altos CA 94024-6912

Admission: Free

650-969-6030

Start Time(s): 7pm

Dr Asma Mobin-Uddin, author of My Name is Bilal, discusses the themes of her book in an interactive presentation that also answers questions about Islam's beliefs and religious practices 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

B-Boys and B-Girls - Hip-Hop Dance Camp

02-20-2012 - 02-24-2012

5

Spindrift School of Performing Arts

http://www.spindriftschool.com/Home.html

Pacifica Spindrift Theatre - 1050 Crespi Drive Pacifica CA 94044

Admission: $195

650-738-8648

sspa@earthlink.net

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm

Sweat, groove, and learn some fly tricks all while learning about how to be a "B-Kid" Learn Hip-Hop dance technique and strengthen your body to current (clean) music Explore the history of Hip-Hop, and create your own costumes for our final Hip-Hop show at the end of camp Don't miss out on this awesome experience!]]>

Ring It Up - Journal Making Workshop

02-24-2012 - 02-24-2012

5

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $85 $75  Before 2/17

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 6pm-10pm

In this workshop you will create a journal that is extremely versatile in its design and use Paint heavyweight paper, and then learn how to use the paper to cover book boards to create the front and back cover of the journal You will begin the class creating several sheets of painted paper The painting techniques will include: stamping, stenciling, and print-making processes To bind the book you will be setting grommets and using binder rings Using binder rings allows you to be able to add pages to your journal at any time The pages can be made from a large variety of materials, such as paper, fabric, cardboard, envelopes, folders, packing materials and more Anything you can drill a hole in, you can make into a page These journals are great for note-taking, painting, drawing, collage, holding art materials, creating pockets, accordion folds, journaling, and more You can choose the size of journal you want to make and will finish the body of the journal and several pages in class]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

02-24-2012 - 02-24-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

02-24-2012 - 02-24-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Riding Camp - Webb Ranch

02-20-2012 - 02-24-2012

5

Webb Ranch and Family Farm

http://webbranchinc.com/riding_camps.htm

Admission: $295 for the session

(650) 854-7755

http://webbranchinc.com/riding_camps.htm

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-12pm

The Webb Ranch Riding School offers a comprehensive program for beginning and intermediate riders Have you seen how much a rider can improve in one riding lesson? Imagine what a whole session can do! Webb Ranch offers a series of Holiday, Spring and Summer riding sessions for children ages 7 to 18 Each riding day starts at 9am and finishes by 12pm During these sessions, the riders will learn grooming, saddling, bridling, and (of course) riding All groups will learn both English and Western, and the session will culminate in a trail ride on the last day Each session is limited to 24 students Students will be divided by age and experience into groups of no more than 8]]>

Sports Workshop for Girls

02-24-2012 - 02-24-2012

5

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: $35  Athlete $15  Adult Team discounts available - see Official Site

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 6:30pm-8:30pm

Lisa Mitzel will faciliate this Sports Workshop for Girls featuring open talk and activites  Topics include: the best foods to fuel muscles and repair injury, how to set sports goals and track progress, and the issue of pressure--where it comes from and how to turn it into personal power and reduce anxiety Lisa was NCAA National Champion, All-American, Utah Hall of Fame inductee, and former Stanford coach  There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions during this engaging workshop]]>

Spatial and Digital Media Art Faculty - Exhibition

01-31-2012 - 02-24-2012

2

San Jose State University School of Art and Design

http://ad.sjsu.edu/whatsup/lectures/

San Jose State University - Art Building - 100 S 9th Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

408-924-4320

art.design@sjsu.edu

Start Time(s): Mon: 11am-4pm Tues: 11am-4pm, 6pm-7:30pm Wed-Fri: 11am-4pm Lecture: Tues (1/31): 5pm

This is a special opportunity to view recent works by current San Jose State University faculty in the newly combined Spatial and Digital Media area within Department of Art and Art History, featuring a wide range of media, style, and technique The exhibition showcases a divergent group of artists who share a devotion to teaching as well as an interest in working with materials and space, including those who explore the nature and implications of emerging information technology The work is both provocative and stimulating, revealing a variety of conceptual emphases, aesthetics, and creative solutions to formalistic issues of value, tone, and composition Participants include Ryan Carrington, Steve Durie, Patricia Jauch, James Morgan, Rand Schiltz, Joel Slayton, Cassandra Straubing, Monica Van den Dool, Stan Welsh, and Shannon Wright Each of these artists individually has received noteworthy acclaim for their works As a group, they combine significant successes in regional, national, and international exhibitions, public art projects, and museum collections, as well as numerous grants and awards It is an honor to be able to feature their thoughtfulness, creativity, and vision in this special display This presentation, free and open to the public, will be held in Room 133 of SJSU's Art Building]]>

Intro to Studio Production Youth Camp - Winter Break 2012

02-20-2012 - 02-24-2012

5

KMVT Community Television

http://www.kmvt15.org/workshops/youth.html

KMVT Community Television Studios - 1400 Terra Bella Avenue, Suite M Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $325

650-968-1540

info@kmvt15.org

http://www.kmvt15.org/workshops/youth_signup_form.html

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 10am-4pm

This one-week Intro to Studio Production Camp introduces youth to media production through hands-on experience Students will use KMVT’s industry-standard professional studio and equipment to gain basic skills in screenwriting, storyboarding, camera work, lighting, directing, sound design, acting, and editing By the end of the week, students will produce an entire production, which will be broadcast on cable Channel KMVT15! Students will each receive a DVD copy of the program they produce The TV station will provide all equipment Bring a sack lunch and a drink Ages 10-14]]>

Friday Night Waltz - Social Dancing

02-24-2012 - 02-24-2012

5

Friday Night Waltz

http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $8  Dance only $8-$12  Class plus Dance

info@FridayNightWaltz.com

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm  Class 9pm-12am  Dance

No partner is necessary for this fun event All ages are welcome; those under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian Casual, comfortable attire is fine A typical Friday Night Waltz event like this one draws 100-200 participants, and includes between forty and fifty dances in an evening About half the dances are waltzes and the rest of the dances are the mixers, the choreographed waltzes, one-steps, swing, tango, cha-cha, mazurka, schottische, an occasional hambo, blues, Zweifacher or salsa This event takes place in the Church's Fellowship Hall, located on the second floor The entrance is on the right of the courtyard, facing away from the street Free water and light refreshments are offered]]>

An Evening with Rachel Maddow

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Center for Steinbeck Studies

http://www.union.sjsu.edu/ec/Event_Center_Arena/event_center_arena.html

Morris Dailey Auditorium - San Jose State University - Paseo De Cesar E Chavez and Paseo de Carlos San Jose CA 95192

Admission: $15-$25

800-745-3000

http://www.union.sjsu.edu/ec/Event_Center_Arena/event_center_arena.html

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

An evening with Rachel Maddow, in conversation with Pat Thurston of KGO Radio This will be followed by a question and answer session and the presentation of The John Steinbeck Award Rachel Maddow hosts MSNBC’s primetime hit, the critically acclaimed The Rachel Maddow Show The Rachel Maddow Show features Maddow’s take on the biggest stories of the day--political and otherwise--including lively debate with guests from all sides of the issues, in-depth analysis, and stories no other shows in cable news will cover The John Steinbeck Award is given to writers and artists whose work captures the spirit of Steinbeck's empathy, commitment to democratic values, and belief in the dignity of people who by circumstance are pushed to the fringes]]>

Artists' Evening of Sharing

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

City of Brisbane

http://brisbaneca.org/events/2012-02-25

Mission Blue Center - 475 Mission Blue Drive Brisbane CA 94005

Admission: Free

(415) 508-2110

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

The 11th Annual Artists' Evening of Sharing will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Mission Blue Center - 475 Mission Blue Dr, Brisbane This event is open to the public and there is no admission charge]]>

Women of Faith One Day

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Women of Faith

http://www.womenoffaith.com/oneday/

San Jose Civic - 135 W San Carlos Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: General Admission$59 VIP Section$79 Note: A $200 service fee per registration will be included in the total to cover facility fees and processing

888-49-FAITH (888-493-2484)

http://www.womenoffaith.com/oneday/

Start Time(s): 10am-5pm

What if one day could make all the difference? New from Women of Faith: a one-day event that combines side-splitting humor and inspiration with biblical insight and in-depth teaching Good news: God is not finished with you yet! And that is something Sheila Walsh knows all about She dives into Scripture and delivers hope for anyone who has ever messed up Plus, comedian/storyteller Ken Davis’s true-life adventure story will keep you on the edge of your seat as he explains how one day changed everything And the first blind finalist on American Idol, singer-songwriter Scott MacIntyre, takes us on an emotional journey of love and yearning, hardship and hope All in just one day Don’t miss it]]>

Fairy Tale Theatre - Workshop

01-21-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Willow Glen Children's Theatre

Willow Glen Community and Senior Center - 2175 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $60 $68 for non-San Jose residents

408-448-6400

Start Time(s): Sat: 10am-11am

A 6-week class for 3-5 year olds Each class involves stories, skits and crafts This workshop is usually offered four times each year: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer]]>

Contra Dance featuring Steam

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $6-$12

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm  Lesson 8pm-11pm  Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by Steam The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

Let Us Now Praise Famous Men - Book Discussion

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Cantor Arts Center

http://events.stanford.edu/byOrganization/18/

Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University - Lomita Drive & Museum Way Stanford CA 94305-5060

Admission: Free

650-723-4177

Start Time(s): 1pm

Gavin Jones, chair of Stanford's English department and author of American Hungers, leads a discussion on the landmark collaboration of James Agee and Walker Evans in documenting Depression-era tenant farming in rural Alabama Acquaintance with the book Let Us Now Praise Famous Men is requested This event is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Walker Evans]]>

2012 Quilt, Craft, and Sewing Festival

02-23-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

San Mateo County Event Center

http://www.quiltcraftsew.com/

San Mateo County Event Center - 2495 S Delaware Street San Mateo CA 94403

Admission: $10

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 10am-5pm

At the Quilt, Craft, and Sewing Festival you will find a wide variety of sewing, quilting, needle-art, and craft supply exhibits from many quality companies In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many "Make and Take" workshops or free educational seminars Your ticket is good for all 3 days of each show, so please take your time and don't miss any of the exciting new products, techniques, or educational ideas]]>

My Name Is Bilal - Presentation by Author Asma Uddin, Silicon Valley Reads

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Pearl Avenue Branch Library - 4270 Pearl Avenue San Jose CA 95136

Admission: Free

408-808-2173

Start Time(s): 11:30am

Dr Asma Mobin-Uddin, author of My Name is Bilal, discusses the themes of her book in an interactive presentation that also answers questions about Islam's beliefs and religious practices 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

My Name Is Bilal - Presentation by Author Asma Uddin, Silicon Valley Reads

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Willow Glen Branch Library - 1157 Minnesota Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: Free

408-808-2173

Start Time(s): 1pm

Dr Asma Mobin-Uddin, author of My Name is Bilal, discusses the themes of her book in an interactive presentation that also answers questions about Islam's beliefs and religious practices 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

My Name Is Bilal - Presentation by Author Asma Uddin, Silicon Valley Reads

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Dr Martin Luther King Jr Library - 150 E San Fernando Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

408-808-2173

Start Time(s): 3pm

Dr Asma Mobin-Uddin, author of My Name is Bilal, discusses the themes of her book in an interactive presentation that also answers questions about Islam's beliefs and religious practices 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

Children's Author Talk and Book Signing with Todd Parr - Silicon Valley Reads

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

West Valley Branch Library - 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road San Jose CA 95117

Admission: Free

408-808-2173

Start Time(s): 11am

Favorite children's author and illustrator, Todd Parr, author of It's OK To Be Different, talks and draws for young children and families A book signing follows his talk Free copies of It's OK To Be Different will be distributed at this event, compliments of First 5 Santa Clara County Only one book per family is allowed, and quantities are limited 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

Children's Author Talk and Book Signing with Todd Parr - Silicon Valley Reads

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Berryessa Branch Library - 3355 Noble Avenue San Jose CA 95132

Admission: Free

408-808-2173

Start Time(s): 2pm

Favorite children's author and illustrator, Todd Parr, author of It's OK To Be Different, talks and draws for young children and families A book signing follows his talk Free copies of It's OK To Be Different will be distributed at this event, compliments of First 5 Santa Clara County Only one book per family is allowed, and quantities are limited 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

Children's Author Talk and Book Signing with Todd Parr - Silicon Valley Reads

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Santa Teresa Branch Library - 290 International Circle San Jose CA 95119

Admission: Free

408-808-2173

Start Time(s): 3:30pm

Favorite children's author and illustrator, Todd Parr, author of It's OK To Be Different, talks and draws for young children and families A book signing follows his talk Free copies of It's OK To Be Different will be distributed at this event, compliments of First 5 Santa Clara County Only one book per family is allowed, and quantities are limited 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

The Secret Lives of Stars - Planetarium Show

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 6pm

Not all stars are created equal Some are massive Others are tiny; almost insignificant The specific characteristics of a star will determine what type of life it will lead, how long it might live and even the type of death it will die Come witness the amazing variety of stars and peer into their secret lives This show is narrated by Sir Patrick Stewart of Star Trek: The Next Generation and the X-Men films Recommended for Grades 4 and up]]>

IBEX Search for the Edge of the Solar System - Planetarium Show

02-25-2012 - 02-25-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Investigate the boundary between Earth's Solar System and the rest of the galaxy in IBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar System Designed for visitors with an appreciation for space science and a desire to learn more about science research, IBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar System follows the creation of NASA's Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX) Audiences will get an in-depth look at the mission and how IBEX is collecting high-speed atoms to create a map of the Solar System's boundary Narrated by two inquisitive teenagers, audiences will hear from the scientists and engineers that developed the IBEX mission and created the spacecraft and will get the latest updates on the mission's discoveries]]>

Beginning Cheese Making

02-26-2012 - 02-26-2012

Hidden Villa

http://www.hiddenvilla.org

Hidden Villa - 26870 Moody Road Los Altos Hills CA 94022

Admission: $65

650-949-8650

info@hiddenvilla.org

http://www.hiddenvilla.org/calendar/

Start Time(s): 4pm-7pm

Join Chef Jaimie of the Palo Alto Cheese School and learn how to make a fresh mozzarella and goat milk chevre from scratch Pick herbs and wild flowers from our organic garden to add different notes to your creation, then craft cheese by hand in the beautiful Duveneck House You will taste delicious appetizers and cheese-based dishes while the curds form, all accompanied by select wines The class size is limited to ensure everyone gets full benefit of this wonderfully interactive session!]]>

All You Can Dance Days

02-25-2012 - 02-26-2012

6

Ariel Dance Productions

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com

Ariel Dance Studio - 2385 Winchester Boulevard Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $500 per day

408-621-2790

info@arieldanceproductions.com

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com

Start Time(s): Sat: 10:15am-3:15pm Sun: 10am-1pm & 6pm-7pm

If you are a beginner or an intermediate/advanced dancer, don't miss our "All You Can Dance Day" on Saturday, 2/25 or Sunday, 2/26 for just $5 per day These dance classes are perfect for teens and adults who want to have fun, burn calories and lose weight Classes include contemporary dance, ballet, jazz, hip hop, break dance, Body of a Dancer, and Zumba 2 Dates: Saturday, 2/25 & Sunday, 2/26 Fee: $5 per day Location: Ariel dance studio, 2385 S Winchester Blvd, Campbell, CA 95008 Register: 408-621-2790; info@arieldanceproductionscom (Space is limited, please call to reserve your spot) Website: wwwarieldanceproductionscom Saturday, 2/25: 10:15 am-11:30 am, Beginning/Intermediate Contemporary Dance 10:30 am-11:45 am, Beginning Hip Hop 11:30 am-12:45 pm, Beginning/Intermediate Jazz 11:45 am-1:00 pm, Beginning Break Dance 12:45 pm-2:00 pm, Beginning/Intermediate Hip Hop 2:15 pm-3:15 pm, Show Choir (Sing & Dance) Sunday, 2/26: 10 am-11 am, Basic Ballet Bootcamp 11 am-12 pm, Beginning Jazz-Hip Hop usion 12 pm-1 pm, Body of a Dancer Fitness 6 pm-7 pm, Zumba Fitness and Toning]]>

Jewelry Making Precious Metal Clay 101 - Workshop

02-26-2012 - 02-26-2012

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $65 $55  Before 2/24

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 12pm-1:30pm

In this intro to Precious Metal Clay class, you will work with 63 grams of silver clay form You will create two pieces measuring approximately quarter and nickel size Learn how to add beautiful design and texture to your custom silver piece, torch fire, and leave with two completed pieces in the same night! It is a fantastic intro to this amazing product Precious metal clay is reclaimed silver in the form of microscopic particles suspended in an organic binder The clay is easy to work with, roll out, add texture to, and cut In this class, you will be using texture plates provided for you in class, as these are a tried and true way to learn the basics of texture making for your first pieces]]>

Preschool Power! Supporting Friendships - Parenting Education Series

02-26-2012 - 02-26-2012

Congregation Etz Chayim

http://www.etzchayim.org

Admission: Free

650-813-9094 x214

melissa@etzchayim.org

Start Time(s): 10am-11am  

Supporting Friendships: Teaching ProSocial Behaviors Preventing bullying behaviors begins early Learn how parents and caregivers can promote prosocial development through building secure relationships, modeling desired behaviors, establishing expectations of age-appropriate positive behaviors, understanding children's temperaments, and supporting prosocial competence in young children Sessions meet at Congregation Etz Chayim (4161 Alma St, between Charleston and San Antonio in Palo Alto) Contact Melissa Rogoway for more information or to register- melissa@etzchayimorg or 650-813-9094 x214 To find out more about our presenter Heidi, see her website: http://wwwconnectforchildrencom/Connect4Children/Welcomehtml]]>

American Musical Theater Cole Porter - Lecture

02-26-2012 - 02-26-2012

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/cultural-arts/cultural-arts-main/

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: Free

650-223-8618

esalamo@paloaltojcc.org

Start Time(s): 3pm-4pm

Brilliant and prolific, Cole Porter's work includes Night and Day, I Get a Kick out of You, Well, Did You Evah! and I've Got You Under My Skin He composed scores for Broadway and films from the 1920s to the 1950s He was noted for his sophisticated, suggestive lyrics, clever rhymes, and complex forms As always, maestro Joe Marchi tells us all about it in the most charming way Few instructors bring as much enthusiasm to a subject as Joe Marchi brings to the American musical--or as vast knowledge Joe received his BA from San Francisco State University in 1952 and his MA from Teachers College, Columbia University in 1957 He was both a high school instructor and a counselor He retired from the faculty of Cañada College in Redwood City, CA where he was instructor, counselor and Assistant Dean of Students From 1984 to the present, he has served as Director of the Center for the American Musical at Cañada College From 1986 to 1993, he served as host of the radio show Regards to Broadway at KCSM This event will be held in Room E-104 of the Community Center]]>

Packing 101 - Travel Tips

02-26-2012 - 02-26-2012

Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation

http://www.lgsrecreation.org

Admission: $32

408-354-8700

http://www.lgsrecreation.org

Start Time(s): 1pm  

Packing 101 will teach you some great tricks regarding selecting and managing your belongings from getting the right luggage to conserving space and quickly getting through security]]>

Children's Author Talk and Book Signing with Todd Parr - Silicon Valley Reads

02-26-2012 - 02-26-2012

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Sunnyvale Public Library - 665 W Olive Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086

Admission: Free

408-730-7300

Start Time(s): 3:30pm

Favorite children's author and illustrator, Todd Parr, author of It's OK To Be Different, talks and draws for young children and families A book signing follows his talk Free copies of It's OK To Be Different will be distributed at this event, compliments of First 5 Santa Clara County Only one book per family is allowed, and quantities are limited 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

Daffodil Daydreams - Demonstrations, Tours, Family Activities

02-24-2012 - 02-26-2012

6

Filoli

http://www.filoli.org/special-events-and-exhibits/opening-event.html

Filoli - 86 Canada Road Woodside CA 94062

Admission: $5-$15

650-364-8300 x508

Start Time(s): Fri-Sat: 10am-3:30pm Sun: 11am-3:30pm See Official Site for schedule of activities

Join Filoli as they begin their 36th year and celebrate the spectacular flowering of Filoli Daffodils lead the floral parade each spring and at Filoli nearly a million bulbs burst into bloom They are one of the easiest and hardiest of the garden flowers, giving you more with each passing year From the smallest to the largest, whether planted in a formal flower bed or naturalized in a field, you'll enjoy their cheerful annual display Filoli is an American Daffodil Society Display Garden and grows a wide variety of daffodil cultivars with the purpose of educating visitors about daffodils and how they can be used effectively in the landscape Don't miss this year's magnificent display! Daffodil Daydreams offers three days of talks, tours, demonstrations and hands-on activities Admission to all activities is free for members or with paid admission to Filoli for non-members Space is limited for some of the programs, but reservations are not necessary Guests are taken on a first-come, first-served basis]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

02-27-2012 - 02-27-2012

1

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm - or - 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Stitches West 2012

02-24-2012 - 02-28-2012

The Knitting Universe

http://www.knittinguniverse.com/Stitches/West

Santa Clara Convention Center - 5001 Great America Parkway Santa Clara CA 95054

Admission: $10 (one day) $14 (two days) $18 (three days)

800-237-7099

http://www.knittinguniverse.com/West/tickets

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 10am-6pm Sun: 10am-4pm Mon, Tues: See official site for workshop times

Stitches Knitting Expo offers something for everyone--from the curious to the obsessed, knitting newbie to fanatic The event brings thousands of knitters, top designers, authors, and educators together for workshops, demonstrations, author signings, and special presentations  ]]>

Handcut Stamps and Stencilry - Workshop

02-28-2012 - 02-28-2012

2

A Work of Heart Studio

http://www.aworkofheart.com

A Work of Heart - 2196 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $40 $35  Before 2/24

408-266-1005

andrea@aworkofheart.com

http://aworkofheart.com/calendar/index.asp

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Create your own stencils and stamps using inexpensive and readily available craft and office supplies Use these handmade, custom tools to add pattern and design to background papers for card making, art journaling, scrapbooking, and more Bring to class an idea of what imagery you want to turn into stencils and stamps The best--and easiest--imagery has bold lines and chunky shapes Your finished stamp will measure 25 by 35 inches]]>

The Cantor Arts Center A Photographic Tour of a Peninsula Treasure

02-28-2012 - 02-28-2012

2

Little House

Admission: $3 Non-Members $2 Members

650-326-2025, ext 222

Start Time(s): 1:30pm-2:30pm

Little House Activity Center Tuesday Tea Join us for an informative lecture and photo tour of the main Cantor galleries: Africa, Asia, Early Europe, 19th Century, Early Modern, and Contemporary In addition, Cantor houses a gallery dedicated only to the Rodin Collection, and in February will be exhibiting photos by Walker Evans, a noted American photographer of the early 20th Century Docents: Gretchen Ostenberg and Judy Ousterhout]]>

Improv Class

02-28-2012 - 02-28-2012

2

Made Up Theatre

http://www.madeuptheatre.com

Made Up Theatre - 3392 Seldon Court Fremont CA 94539

Admission: Free

510-573-3633

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-9:30pm

Come participate in a free 2 hour improv class! Learn how to be funny and the power of play No experience necessary; just come have fun!]]>

Occam's Raquet 12 Steps to Smarter Tennis - Marcus Paul Cootsona, Author

02-28-2012 - 02-28-2012

2

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Purchase of event book or $10 gift card required* Free for members *Admits 2

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

Tennis is a complex game, but it doesn't need to be difficult Occam's Racquet breaks down the game of tennis and shows players how to change their approach to learning and playing the game Each of the twelve chapters focuses on one area of the physical or mental game of tennis For the many players struggling to master the "pro game" and modern teaching methods, the techniques in the book will help craft a reliable and consistent game, even for players with limited practice time Marcus Paul Cootsona is a tennis teaching professional in Northern California He began playing tennis at age four and competed in tournaments until college and then began his tennis teaching career Marcus has taught tennis for the past 29 years to all level players and has developed a simplified, modular approach to understanding the game During that time he has also been an award-winning tennis specialty store owner, an importer, a retail consultant, a playwright, and a screenwriter Given enough time, he will surely find another career or two to pursue Currently, he lives in Northern California with his wife and son and with two dogs he is teaching to play There will also be an introduction by Stanford Coach Dick Gould]]>

Fast, Cheap, and In Control - Benjamin Ball, Tuesday Night Lecture

02-28-2012 - 02-28-2012

2

San Jose State University School of Art and Design

http://ad.sjsu.edu/whatsup/lectures/

San Jose State University - Art Building - 100 S 9th Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

408-924-4320

art.design@sjsu.edu

Start Time(s): 5pm

Working at the nexus of architecture, art, and industrial design, Ball-Nogues Studio is an integrated design and fabrication practice They create experimental environments to enhance and celebrate the potential for social interaction through sensation, spectacle, and physical engagement while striving to infuse the matter of the built environment with a downstream purpose To explore these goals, they work with unusual materials, develop new digital tools, and apply architectural techniques in unorthodox ways They share an enthusiasm for the fabrication process as it relates to the built object both physically and poetically by letting the properties, limitations, and economic scenarios associated with a material guide a structure's ultimate form while developing methods to extend the intertwined boundaries of a material's aesthetics, physical potential, and life-cycle Collaborators Benjamin Ball and Gaston Nogues seek opportunities to build that are outside the restraints of the conventional architectural practice so that they may more tightly focus their energies on research and practice that directly address the experiential realm of the physically constructed world and the transition of material from an architecturally scaled structure through its dismantling and beyond This presentation, free and open to the public, will be held in Room 133 of SJSU's Art Building]]>

Salsa Dance Fun and Easy - Tuesdays

01-31-2012 - 02-28-2012

2

Community Education, San Mateo County Community College District

http://sanmateo.augusoft.net//index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=27416&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0

College of San Mateo - 1700 W Hillsdale Boulevard San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: $69

650-574-6149

CommunityEd@smccd.edu

http://CommunityEd.smccd.edu

Start Time(s): Tues: 7:30pm-8:30pm

Salsa is in and it is hot! Take advantage of the fun-filled opportunity to break into this exciting style of club dancing Enjoy learning the basic steps and exciting variations of Salsa After five weeks, you will be ready to hit the clubs! Absolute beginners, those with some dance experience and singles are welcome Bonus: you will also learn some Night Club 2 Step, Merengue and Bachata]]>

Ferns and Other Shade-Loving Native Plants: A Campbell Library Talk

02-29-2012 - 02-29-2012

3

Santa Clara County Library

http://www.sccl.org/campbell

Campbell Library - 77 Harrison Avenue Campbell CA 95008

Admission: Free

408-866-1991

Start Time(s): 7pm-8:30pm

Learn how to create a lovely shade garden using California native ferns and other beautiful companion plants Master designer, nurseryman, and photographer Pete Veilleux designs and builds native plant gardens for long-lasting, self-sustaining landscapes He will discuss shade loving native plants that thrive in both damp and dry conditions This program is presented by the California Native Plant Society, and it will be held in the Campbell Library's downstairs Community Room]]>

Basic Box Making and Laser Inlay Lidded Box - Workshop

02-27-2012 - 02-29-2012

3

The Sawdust Shop

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classschedule.asp

The Sawdust Shop - 452 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale CA 94085

Admission: $125

408-992-1004

support@sawdustshop.com

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classdetails.asp?id=44

Start Time(s): Mon & Wed: 6pm-10pm (Class takes place over both days)

This is an entry-level woodworking class for beginners or as a refresher for people who have done woodworking in the past This class is project based In this class you'll use a broad array of power tools to construct your project Learn box making skills while making a beautiful lidded box In this class you will learn techniques for making a small box and, using the Epilog Laser Engraver, you will decorate the lid of the box with an inlay design You will then learn how to apply a beautiful oil finish to your box Finally, you will engrave your name in the bottom of your finished project No experience is necessary]]>

A Brief History of Inequality

02-29-2012 - 02-29-2012

3

Peninsula Peace and Justice Center

http://www.peaceandjustice.org/programs/History_Of_Inequality/

Admission: Free and open to all

650-326-8837

ppjc@peaceandjustice.org

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm

plutonomy: an economy powered solely by and solely for the wealthy In this talk, Paul George, Director of Peninsula Peace and Justice Center, will examine how this concentration of wealth and power came to be, what it means to a democratic society, how it may be reversed - see Official Site for location -]]>

Clayton Bailey - Artist Lecture

02-29-2012 - 02-29-2012

3

de Saisset Museum, Santa Clara University

http://www.scu.edu/desaisset/programs/

de Saisset Museum, Santa Clara University - 500 El Camino Real Santa Clara CA 95053-0550

Admission: Free

408-554-4528

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

Ceramicist and sculptor Clayton Bailey talks about his art making, the role of humor in his work, and his playful sensibility in this event co-sponsored by the de Saisset Museum and the Santa Clara University Department of Art and Art History  ]]>

The Butterfly Mosque - Willow Wilson, Silicon Valley Reads Author Talk

02-29-2012 - 02-29-2012

3

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Edenvale Branch Library - 101 Branham Lane East San Jose CA 95111

Admission: Free

408-808-2173

Start Time(s): 6pm

Willow Wilson, author of The Butterfly Mosque, talks about her book and answers questions about being a Muslim and American The Butterfly Mosque is a satisfying, lyrical memoir of a potentially disastrous clash between East and West Wilson embarked on a yearlong stint working at an English-language school in Cairo right after her college graduation Once in Cairo, despite being exposed to the smoldering hostility Arab men held for Americans, especially for women, she found she was moved deeply by the daily plight of the people Through her deepening relationship with Omar--an educated, English-speaking physics teacher at the school--she also learned Arabic and embraced the ways Islam was woven into the daily fabric of existence Arguably, Wilson's decision to take up the headscarf and champion the segregated, protected status of Arab women can be viewed as odd; however, her work proves a tremendously heartfelt, healing cross-cultural fusion 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

The Butterfly Mosque - Willow Wilson, Silicon Valley Reads Author Talk

02-29-2012 - 02-29-2012

3

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Milpitas Library - 160 N Main Street Milpitas CA 95035

Admission: Free

408-262-1171

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Willow Wilson, author of The Butterfly Mosque, talks about her book and answers questions about being a Muslim and American The Butterfly Mosque is a satisfying, lyrical memoir of a potentially disastrous clash between East and West Wilson embarked on a yearlong stint working at an English-language school in Cairo right after her college graduation Once in Cairo, despite being exposed to the smoldering hostility Arab men held for Americans, especially for women, she found she was moved deeply by the daily plight of the people Through her deepening relationship with Omar--an educated, English-speaking physics teacher at the school--she also learned Arabic and embraced the ways Islam was woven into the daily fabric of existence Arguably, Wilson's decision to take up the headscarf and champion the segregated, protected status of Arab women can be viewed as odd; however, her work proves a tremendously heartfelt, healing cross-cultural fusion 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

Orientation Session - The Media Center

03-01-2012 - 03-01-2012

4

The Media Center

http://www.communitymediacenter.net/media_production/take_a_class/class_descriptions.html

The Media Center - 900 San Antonio Road Palo Alto CA 94303-4917

Admission: Free

650-494-8686 x10

classes@midpenmedia.org

Start Time(s): 6pm-7pm

Learn the basics about your public access channel and how you can best make use of it This session is designed to answer your questions, explore what you'd like to do, and help you get started The session includes signing up for classes and a tour of the facility]]>

Rafael Campo, Poet - Lecture and Reading

03-01-2012 - 03-01-2012

4

Cantor Arts Center

http://museum.stanford.edu/participate/programs_events_lectures_symposia.html

Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University - Lomita Drive & Museum Way Stanford CA 94305-5060

Admission: Free

650-723-4177

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

The Harvard Medical School physician, award-winning poet, and current writer-in-residence at the Stanford Humanities Center will read from his work Co-sponsored with the Arts, Humanities, and Medicine Program at the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics and supported by a grant from the Stanford Institute for Creativity and the Arts]]>

Traveling In Italy - Author Presentation

03-01-2012 - 03-01-2012

4

Burlingame Library Foundation

http://www.burlingame.org/Index.aspx?page=9&recordid=7266

Burlingame Public Library - 480 Primrose Road Burlingame CA 94010

Admission: Free

650-558-7200

Start Time(s): 7pm-8pm

Lonely Planet Publications author Alison Bing talks about visiting famous cities and destinations in Italy at the Burlingame Public Library]]>

Last Acts of Kindness Relieving Suffering, Offering Compassion - Judith Redwing Keyssar, Author

03-01-2012 - 03-01-2012

4

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/cultural-arts/cultural-arts-main/

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: Free Please RSVP at Official Site

650-223-8618

esalamo@paloaltojcc.org

Start Time(s): 5pm-8pm

Join Judith Redwing Keyssar, RN, BA, for a multi-media presentation and discussion about Palliative Care The author of Last Acts of Kindness: Lessons for the Living from the Bedsides of the Dying, Ms Keyssar's uplifting and sometimes humorous stories describe people she was honored to "midwife" in their dying processes in hospitals, residential facilities, and their own homes Ms Keyssar is the Director of the Palliative and End of Life Care program of Seniors-At-Home, the senior services division of Jewish Family and Children's Services This event is held in Room E-104 of the Community Center]]>

The Hidden Symbols of Art - Thursday Lectures

01-12-2012 - 03-01-2012

4

Triton Museum of Art

Triton Museum of Art - 1505 Warburton Avenue Santa Clara CA 95050

Admission: $110 Triton Members $120 General ($20 drop-in fee per lecture)

408-247-9340

Start Time(s): Thurs: 7pm-8:30pm

In art, as in life, things are never quite what they seem When viewing art of the past we miss many of the symbols that their contemporary audience would have recognized and that imbued the works with meaning The key to interpreting these symbols and the meanings embedded in art will be explored in this eight-week series of lectures by Triton Museum Chief Curator Preston Metcalf Lectures include: "Symbols of the Feminine"; "Symbols of Kingship and the Sun"; "Symbols of Life Beyond"; "Symbols of Life's Journey"; "Symbols of Politics and Power"; "Symbols of Love and Marriage"; "Symbols of Demons and Gods"; and "Symbols into the 20th and 21st Centuries"]]>

The Butterfly Mosque - Willow Wilson, Silicon Valley Reads Author Talk

03-01-2012 - 03-01-2012

4

Silicon Valley Reads

http://www.siliconvalleyreads.org

Visual and Performing Arts Center - De Anza College - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: Free

408-354-1242

Start Time(s): 1:30pm

Willow Wilson, author of The Butterfly Mosque, talks about her book and answers questions about being a Muslim and American The Butterfly Mosque is a satisfying, lyrical memoir of a potentially disastrous clash between East and West Wilson embarked on a yearlong stint working at an English-language school in Cairo right after her college graduation Once in Cairo, despite being exposed to the smoldering hostility Arab men held for Americans, especially for women, she found she was moved deeply by the daily plight of the people Through her deepening relationship with Omar--an educated, English-speaking physics teacher at the school--she also learned Arabic and embraced the ways Islam was woven into the daily fabric of existence Arguably, Wilson's decision to take up the headscarf and champion the segregated, protected status of Arab women can be viewed as odd; however, her work proves a tremendously heartfelt, healing cross-cultural fusion 2012 is the tenth year of the Silicon Valley Reads program, which is presented by the Santa Clara County Library, the Santa Clara County Office of Education, and the San Jose Public Library Foundation]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

03-02-2012 - 03-02-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm - or - 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

It's Peanut Butter Jelly Time at Friday Night Waltz - Social Dancing

03-02-2012 - 03-02-2012

5

Friday Night Waltz

http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $8  Dance only $8-$12  Class plus Dance

info@FridayNightWaltz.com

Start Time(s): 8pm-9pm  Peanut Butter Jelly Time Class -or- 7pm-9pm  Waltz Class 9pm-12am  Dance

There will be a very special class tonight: David Chen is teaching the "Peanut Butter Jellytime" routine! There have been several spontaneous, instant performances at recent Friday Night Waltzes,which prompted the biggest laughs and greatest applause This is the kind of dance that Friday Night Waltz is all about: the kind that always brings a smile to those who dance it and those who watch Join in on the fun! No partner is necessary for this fun event All ages are welcome; those under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian Casual, comfortable attire is fine A typical Friday Night Waltz event like this one draws 100-200 participants, and includes between forty and fifty dances in an evening About half the dances are waltzes and the rest of the dances are the mixers, the choreographed waltzes, one-steps, swing, tango, cha-cha, mazurka, schottische, an occasional hambo, blues, Zweifacher or salsa This event takes place in the Church's Fellowship Hall, located on the second floor The entrance is on the right of the courtyard, facing away from the street Free water and light refreshments are offered]]>

Film Noir Ball

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

PEERS - Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation

http://www.peers.org/events.html

San Mateo Masonic Lodge - 100 N Ellsworth Avenue San Mateo CA 94401

Admission: $20 $15 before 2/25

http://www.peers.org/noir.html

Start Time(s): 6:45pm  Doors 7pm  Lesson 8pm  Dance Party begins

Private eyes, hired guns, sinister collectors, femme fatales, chorus girls, classy dames with a secret, and even innocent bystanders are all invited to an evening of vintage ballroom and Swing dancing at the Noir Club Sara & Swingtime plays hot Swing, cool blues, and romantic ballroom standards in our tribute to the Film Noir classics of the 1940s and 50s Dance everything from elegant waltzes, tangos, and foxtrots to the hottest Swing and Latin dance tunes played by one of the Bay Area's classiest and most danceable Swing bands For those of you wanting to brush up on your vintage Fox Trot and East Coast Swing skills, there will be a pre-ball dance workshop Suggested costume is evening dress of the 1930s, 40s, or 50s or modern evening dress, ideally in black, white, or shades of gray in honor of the great black and white classics of the Film Noir genre; however, this is by no means a requirement: colors are welcome and costumes are admired but not required for the ball]]>

Hands-On Origami Workshop with Author Justin Tsin

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

Santa Clara County Library

http://www.sccl.org/campbell

Campbell Library - 77 Harrison Avenue Campbell CA 95008

Admission: Free

408-866-1991

Start Time(s): 2:30pm-3:30pm

Come enjoy a special workshop presented by talented twelve-year-old, Justin Tsin, and his mother, Yee Wan Justin is the author of two books: What Would You Imagine? and The Chinese Zodiac: Who Am I? He is the silver medal recipient of the Outstanding Young Author/Illustrator Mother’s Choice Award In this workshop, Justin and Yee will discuss creating the books, and they will show the audience example handmade origami figures and teach how to create two origami figures This is a program for adults, teens, and kids We hope you can attend this special event! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Campbell Library]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 3:15pm-5:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 10am-12pm - or - 1pm-3pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

DIY Art: Felted Dolls

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

San Jose Museum of Art

http://www.sjmusart.org/

San Jose Museum of Art - 110 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $25 General Public $20 SJMA Members  

408-271-6840

info@sjmusart.org

https://sjmusart.vbotickets.com/event/diy_art_felted_dolls/1513

Start Time(s): 12:30pm Check-in 1pm-3pm Event

Create a funny character with a personality of its own Learn the basic techniques of felting with local artist Christine Benjamin All materials provided Space is limited to 30 participants Recommended for ages 12 & up]]>

Introduction to Laser Inlay - Workshop

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

The Sawdust Shop

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classschedule.asp

The Sawdust Shop - 452 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale CA 94085

Admission: $100

408-992-1004

support@sawdustshop.com

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classdetails.asp?id=64

Start Time(s): 10am-2pm

This is an entry-level woodworking class for beginners In this class you will make three inlays with wood, polymer clay, and powdered stones suitable for use on a small box or other wood project The process of engraving the substrate with the laser will be demonstrated and the students will use the laser to vector cut the wooden inlay for one of the three inlays In this one-day class you'll make three small inlays In the process, you'll learn how to: set up the laser for basic rastor and vector cutting, rastor cut with the laser the substrate for inlay, vector cut walnut with the laser to serve as an inlay material, prepare the inlay substrate for polymer clay inlay material, work polymer clay to assure good material adhesion, bake the polymer clay to cure it, inlay various powdered stones using CA glue, and finish each inlay No experience is necessary]]>

Soar with Books - Preschool Reading Program

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

Hiller Aviation Museum

http://www.hiller.org/files/docs/soarwithbooks2.pdf

Hiller Aviation Museum - 601 Skyway Road San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: $150 per child plus museum admission Museum Admission: $7-$11 Free for kids 4 and under

650-654-0200

Start Time(s): 11am-12pm

Hiller Aviation Museum presents Soar with Books, a preschool reading program on select Saturdays It includes a special tour, aviation book reading time, and a craft project for aviators ages 3-5 No reservations are necessary Sign-up in person on the morning of the program]]>

Legends of the Night Sky Orion - Planetarium Show

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 6pm

Orion is one of the most prominent constellations in the winter night sky With its famous belt made of three stars, it is sure to be one of your favorite constellations Come take an imaginative look at the story and legend of Orion, the Great Hunter of the Winter Sky This show is ideal for family audiences]]>

Black Holes The Other Side of Infinity - Planetarium Show

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

There's a place from which nothing escapes, not even light, where time and space literally come to end It's at this point, inside this fantastic riddle, that black holes exert their sway over the cosmosand our imaginations Mathematical equations, cutting-edge science, and Einstein's theories fill in holes along the way providing the most complete picture yet on this mysterious phenomenon In this show, you will zip through otherworldly wormholes, experience the creation of the Milky Way Galaxy, and witness the violent death of a star and subsequent birth of a black hole This film is narrated by Liam Neeson Recommended for Grade 5 and up]]>

Pacifica Table Readers

03-04-2012 - 03-04-2012

Pacifica Table Readers

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Pacifica_table_readers

Admission: Free

415-748-2759

carlnann@pacbell.net

Start Time(s): Please contact Ann at carlnann@pacbellnet if interested in attending or wanting to join yahoo group

Pacifica Table Readers meets monthly to read aloud and discuss original, unpublished stage plays and screenplays We combine it with a potluck Meetings are on a Sunday evening This is a venue to hear your works given voice and have fun in the process A good place to network and meet other actors, writers, producers, directors, and other interesting people Actors can practice their monologues, writers can try out their sketches Actors can post their head shots in the photos section and their resume in the file labeled resumes Playwrights and screenwriters can post their bio and synopsis of their work on here Members who have a website should put it in the link section This is a good site to self promote This group has been in existence since 2000 This yahoo group Pacifica Table Readers is created for announcements, information on upcoming readings, and as a forum for online discussion Table reading of Rod McFadden's original full length stageplays Cold reading Readers give feedback Great opportunity to network with other actors/playwrights/directors Please contact Ann at carlnann@pacbellnet if interested in attending or wanting to join yahoo group  ]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

03-04-2012 - 03-04-2012

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

03-04-2012 - 03-04-2012

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 10am-12pm - or - 3:15pm-5:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Plant Clinic

03-04-2012 - 03-04-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 11:30am-1pm

The Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions, from general information to advice about specific problems You may bring samples of your plants for better diagnosis Use a Ziploc or similar baggie to carry your sample If you suspect insect damage, try to include some insects so they can be correctly identified For this program, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Getting to Know Your Bees - Sunday Garden Seminar

03-04-2012 - 03-04-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Today's speaker will be expert beekeeper Richard Baxter For this free program, open to the public, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Battle Sails and Adventure Sails -Tall Ships in Redwood City

02-25-2012 - 03-04-2012

6

The Historical Seaport

http://www.historicalseaport.org/

Admission: $40-$60

800-200-5239

http://www.historicalseaport.org/

Start Time(s): Battle Sails: 2pm-5pm on 2/25, 2/26, 3/3 Adventure Sails: 10am-1pm on 2/26, 3/4

The Tall Ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftan are visiting Redwood City from February 23rd to March 7th  The three-hour Battle Sails feature the recreation of a typical 18th century naval skirmish involving two ships Both vessels will fire real cannon charged with real gunpowder, but no cannon balls Guests are encouraged to verbally taunt their adversaries and they have a chance to take the helm of a real tall ship, conditions permitting Three-hour Adventure Sails include a chance to raise a sail, sing a sea shanty, and hear maritime stories]]>

Fault Zone Stepping Up to the Edge - California Writers Club, Contributors

03-04-2012 - 03-04-2012

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Purchase of event book or $10 gift card required* Free for members *Admits 2

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 2pm

Join Christopher Wachlin, Tory Hartmann, and other contributors from the San Francisco and Peninsula Branch of the California Writers Club as they discuss the anthology Fault Zone Published novelists David Hirzel, Audrey Kalman, Elise Frances Miller, Keith deFolo, and Diane Moomey all have stories in Fault Zone: Stepping Up to the Edge Other authors are Carole J Bumpus, Bridget Burke, California Senior Poet Lauriate Jo Carpignano, Ann Foster, Darlene Frank, James Hanna, Tory Hartmann, Diane Jacobson, Bardi Rosman Koodrin, Cheryl Levinson, Ida J Lewenstein, Jane Mellin, Lucy Ann Murray, Lisa Meltzer Penn, Mil Pribble, Martha Clark Scala, Laura Tarwater, Gary Turchin, Christopher Wachlin, and Ollie Mae Trost Welch]]>

Community Dance Jane Austin and More

03-04-2012 - 03-04-2012

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/community/san_jose/

Admission: $10-$25

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 2pm-5pm

Come enjoy the favorite dances of Jane Austen, George Washington, William Shakespeare, and Henry Ford! All dances will be taught at this beginner-friendly event, and there will also be a few dances throughout the evening for more experienced dancers Casual dress and comfortable shoes are encouraged]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

03-05-2012 - 03-05-2012

1

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

03-05-2012 - 03-05-2012

1

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Art of the Silk Road - Docent Lecture

03-05-2012 - 03-05-2012

1

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/4968

San Carlos Library - 610 Elm Street San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free

650-591-0341

Start Time(s): 7pm

This lecture discusses the world’s oldest international highway, on a voyage that spans six centuries (AD 600-1200) Using works of art from the Asian Art Museum, the program showcases four representative cities: Xi’an, China’s Tang Dynasty capital; Turfan, a bustling oasis; Samarkand, home of prosperous merchants; and Baghdad, a meeting place for scholars, scientists, and philosophers]]>

Atelier d'Artistes

03-05-2012 - 03-05-2012

1

Art in Action

http://www.artinaction.org

Admission: $75 $85 after February 14, 2012

650-566-8339

Start Time(s): 11am-2pm

Atelier d’Artistes--the artists' studio What better place to watch children create art inspired by the work of Flo Oy Wong Ms Wong will be the featured speaker at the 4th annual fundraiser benefiting the Art in Action programs which bring quality art into the schools in our Bay Area communities This year's luncheon event will be held at the Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club on Monday, March 5, 2012 The event theme Art Tells a Story will include the works of Ms Wong, the students from the St Elizabeth Seton School in Palo Alto and the participation of all guests at the event who will create a small piece of art for display on a large mural at the event The display will become part of next year's 30th anniversary celebration of Art in Action This event will help Art in Action, a nonprofit organization founded in 1982, raise funds to bring quality art education to students, train teachers and parents, continue the development of online resources and support the Scholarship Program for schools The Art in Action curriculum is consistently praised for empowering teachers and parents to teach art, by providing detailed, easy-to-follow directions for guiding successful discussions and projects The lessons enhance student creativity and innovative thinking and appeal to different learning styles The curriculum meets national and state academic standards and integrates with language arts, mathematics, science and social studies The use of innovative multimedia technology in the online curriculum provides educators with new opportunities in K-8 art education Visit the Official Site for complete event details]]>

The Wayfinders with Wade Davis, Explorer - Wallace Stegner Lecture Series

03-05-2012 - 03-05-2012

1

Peninsula Open Space Trust

http://www.openspacetrust.org/activities/lecture.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $22

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

http://www.ci.mtnview.ca.us/mvcpa/schedule.html

Start Time(s): 8pm

Come listen to Wade Davis' dynamic lecture The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisdom Matters in the Modern World A National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence, Davis travels the globe to live with indigenous people and document their cultural practices He has collected thousands of botanical specimens along the way and is passionate about preserving cultural as well as biologic diversity Art and science mix equally in his spellbinding presentations Personal and scientific curiosity draw Wade Davis to remote cultures, where an astonishing fund of knowledge exists about plants and animals, at least until the culture itself disappears In association with the Harvard Botanical Museum, he spent three years in the Amazon and the Andes collecting more than 6,000 botanical specimens to research the region's biodiversity Later work took him to Haiti and beyond, inspiring his best-selling book, The Serpent and the Rainbow He is the author of thirteen books in all, recipient of countless awards, and a highly sought-after speaker Join this renowned explorer, scholar, photographer, and filmmaker as he defends cultures, languages, and the natural world from which they spring]]>

Murder at the Lanterne Rouge An Aimee Leduc Investigation - Cara Black, Author

03-06-2012 - 03-06-2012

2

http://www.smcl.org

Belmont Library - 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas Belmont CA 94002

Admission: Free

650-591-8286

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Come one, come all to Cara Black's book launching party! A reception with light refreshments will begin at 6:30pm, followed by a reading from Murder at the Lanterne Rouge: An Aimee Leduc Investigation Kirkus Reviews has described the Aimee Leduc series as "The ideal mix of the personal, the political, the puzzling and the Parisian" A book selling and signing will follow the author's presentation Don't miss this fun, entertaining literary event!]]>

The Spinoza Problem - Irvin D Yalom, Author

03-06-2012 - 03-06-2012

2

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Purchase of event book or $10 gift card required* Free for members *Admits 2

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

Join author Irvin D Yalom as he discusses his novel, The Spinoza Problem  In the words of Sir Anthony Hopkins, "This is the most intriguing novel I've read in many a year Irvin Yalom has created a taut, deeply informative page turner I enthusiastically recommend The Spinoza Problem" When sixteen-year-old Alfred Rosenberg is called into his headmaster's office for anti-Semitic remarks he made during a school speech, he is forced in punishment to memorize selected passages from the autobiography of the German poet Goethe Rosenberg is stunned to discover that Goethe, his idol, was a great admirer of the seventeenth-century Jewish philosopher Baruch Spinoza Long after graduation, Rosenberg is possessed by this "Spinoza Problem"--how could Goethe, the great German poet, have been inspired by a member of a race Rosenberg considers so inferior to his own? A race that, as he developed from anti-Semitic school boy to Nazi propagandist, he would become determined to destroy? Spinoza himself was no stranger to punishment Accused of heresy, he was excommunicated from the Amsterdam Jewish community in 1656, at age twenty-four, and banished from the only world he had ever known Though he lived but a short life in great isolation, he nonetheless produced sublime works that changed the course of history In his keen imagining of the inner lives of two men--separated by 300 years, one dedicated to fashioning a moral philosophy leading to a life of virtue and happiness, the other dangerously obsessed with the superiority of the Aryan race and the subjugation or elimination of all other inferior races--internationally bestselling novelist Irvin D Yalom explores the thin psychological line that separates the great intellect from the debased poseur, the righteous atheist from the godless murderer]]>

John Stowell and Michael Zilber Quartet - Jazz Masterclass

03-06-2012 - 03-06-2012

2

CSUEB Music Department

http://music.csueastbay.edu/firsttuesdays.php

Cal State University East Bay - 25800 Carlos Bee Avenue Hayward CA 94542

Admission: Free

510-885-3167

Start Time(s): 7pm

Guitar great John Stowell has joined forces with saxophonist Michael Zilber to record originals and renditions of songs by Kenny Wheeler and John Scofield, as well as off the beaten track standards Joined by the Bay Area's first call call rhythm team of John Shifflett on bass and Jason Lewis on drums, the two have recorded solo, duo, and quartet cuts which mix free playing, transparent ECMish settings and more hard-charging modern jazz The Stowell-Zilber quartet runs the gamut from the delicacy of The Beatles and A Brazilian to the abstracted New Orleans grease of Wabash 3 and the Nordic swing of Kayak This masterclass, open to the public, takes place in California State University East Bay's Music Building Recital Hall, MB1055]]>

Printmaking 201 Special Projects - Tuesdays

01-31-2012 - 03-06-2012

2

San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art

http://www.sjica.org/print_center.html

San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art - 560 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $390 - includes most supplies except paper and plates (monotype plates available)

408-283-8155

https://app.etapestry.com/cart/SanJoseInstituteofContempo/default/item.php?ref=3531.0.125587473

Start Time(s): Tues: 6pm-9:30pm

Attention Novice and Experienced Printmakers! Do you have a plate you have been wanting to edition? Or an idea for a project you want to explore? Then this workshop is for you A variety of techniques and ability levels are welcome Individual project development, problem-solving and technique will be the focus Group and private critiques will also be available Enroll in our 6 week, evening class and refresh your printmaking skills, complete an individual project, or just experiment in the studio With enrollment you will also receive a free pass to one Open Access studio day - a $105 value! (Expires May 31, 2012) Class will be held in the Print Center of the Institute of Contemporary Art]]>

Bringing Home the Dharma - Jack Kornfield, Author

03-07-2012 - 03-07-2012

3

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Purchase of event book or $10 gift card required* Free for members *Admits 2

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

If you want to find inner peace and wisdom, you don't need to move to an ashram or monastery Your life, just as it is, is the perfect place to be Jack Kornfield, one of America's most respected Buddhist teachers and author of Bringing Home the Dharma: Awakening Right Where You Are, shares this and other key lessons gleaned from more than forty years of committed study and practice Jack Kornfield trained as a Buddhist monk in the monasteries of Thailand, India, and Burma He is a founding teacher of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts and Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, California, and has taught meditation internationally since 1974 His books include After the Ecstasy, the Laundry; The Art of Forgiveness, Lovingkindness, and Peace; Meditation for Beginners; and The Wise Heart]]>

Printmaking: Mixed Media Monotype - Wednesday Workshops

02-01-2012 - 03-07-2012

3

San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art

http://www.sjica.org/print_center.html

San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art - 560 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $430 - includes all supplies except paper and collage materials

408-283-8155

fanny@sjica.org

https://app.etapestry.com/cart/SanJoseInstituteofContempo/default/item.php?ref=3531.0.115361835

Start Time(s): Wednesdays: 6pm-9:30pm

Brighten up your Winter Wednesdays in this 6-week workshop Create one-of-a-kind prints using painting, collage, layering, transfers and stencils Whether you are a seasoned artist looking to add more skills to your palette, or a novice exploring outlets for your creativity, this hands-on workshop is for you! Let's roll up our sleeves and make art together! Class will be held in the Print Center of the Institute of Contemporary Art]]>

Yiyun Li - Reading and Book Signing

03-07-2012 - 03-07-2012

3

Center for Literary Arts San Jose State University

http://litart.org

San Jose State University - Engineering Building Auditorium - 7th Street & San Fernando Street San Jose CA

Admission: Free

(408) 924-4600

Start Time(s): 7pm

Yiyun Li grew up in Beijing and emigrated to the US in 1996 She is the author of the story collections A Thousand Years of Good Prayers and Gold Boy, Emerald Girl, and the novel The Vagrants Named by The New Yorker as one of the Top 20 writers under 40, Li has received the Frank O'Connor International Short Story Award, the PEN/Hemingway Award, the Guardian First Book Award, and the California Book Award, as well as a 2010 MacArthur Foundation Fellowship]]>

Fundamentals of Woodworking - Wall Cabinet

02-28-2012 - 03-08-2012

4

The Sawdust Shop

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classschedule.asp

The Sawdust Shop - 452 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale CA 94085

Admission: $150

408-992-1004

support@sawdustshop.com

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classdetails.asp?id=1

Start Time(s): Tues, Thurs: 6pm-10pm (Class takes place over all four days)

This is an entry-level woodworking class for beginners and/or as a refresher for people who have done woodworking in the past This class will stress woodshop safety and the safe operation of the power tools in the shop A simple project will be constructed that will use most of the power tools in the Sawdust Shop's woodshop]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

03-09-2012 - 03-09-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

03-09-2012 - 03-09-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Standing Tall My Journey - Spencer West, Author

03-09-2012 - 03-09-2012

5

Free the Children

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Free

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

Spencer West is many things: accomplished speaker, university graduate, natural prankster, former cheerleader, and a young man without legs--something that has never held him back Spencer was born without the use of his legs When he was five, doctors decided to amputate below his pelvis to better help him get around It didn't bother him; he was Superman and nothing would ever get in his way, or so he thought Navigating through life on his hands, Spencer has always lived with purpose, but he wanted more out of life than just a paycheck and material possessions He wanted to make an impact but wasn't always sure how That was until he had the epiphany: he was different for a reason Infused with humor and humility, Spencer has never lost the hope or courage he needed to tackle personal obstacles--bullying, isolation, failure, or pride What is his secret? Always standing tall]]>

Friday Night Waltz with Ari Levitt - Social Dancing

03-09-2012 - 03-09-2012

5

Friday Night Waltz

http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $8  Dance only $8-$12  Class plus Dance

info@FridayNightWaltz.com

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm  Class 9pm-12am  Dance

Ari Levitt is in town from Seatlle! Ari is always popular He brings with him Seattle's version of waltz steps,including the Seattle-based various versions of waltz fusion dance steps, which include lots of salsa and other latin steps to 3/4 timing Ari is also our DJ for waltz and polka dancing following the lessons No partner is necessary for this fun event All ages are welcome; those under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian Casual, comfortable attire is fine A typical Friday Night Waltz event like this one draws 100-200 participants, and includes between forty and fifty dances in an evening About half the dances are waltzes and the rest of the dances are the mixers, the choreographed waltzes, one-steps, swing, tango, cha-cha, mazurka, schottische, an occasional hambo, blues, Zweifacher or salsa This event takes place in the Church's Fellowship Hall, located on the second floor The entrance is on the right of the courtyard, facing away from the street Free water and light refreshments are offered]]>

Router Fundamentals for Beginners

03-10-2012 - 03-10-2012

6

The Sawdust Shop

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classschedule.asp

The Sawdust Shop - 452 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale CA 94085

Admission: $125

408-992-1004

support@sawdustshop.com

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classdetails.asp?id=32

Start Time(s): Sat: 10am-6pm

Are you a new router owner or want to learn more about the tool? You've got the most versatile machine in the shop; now learn how to do great woodworking with it Bring it to class or use one available at the Sawdust Shop in order to get hands-on experience Activities include: routing from templates to create complex shapes quickly; profiling and coping moldings for frame-and-panel doors, project feet, and table tops; cutting rabbets and dados to make bookshelves and cabinets; cutting arcs and circles for speaker cabinets, table tops, and inlays; jointing and slotting edges to join boards into panels; boring patterns of holes for adjustable shelving, jigs, and fixtures; fluting and raising panels for drawer fronts and cabinet doors; making a circle-cutting, offset base for your own router]]>

Printmaking: Non-Toxic Copper Etching - Saturday Workshops

02-25-2012 - 03-10-2012

6

San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art

http://www.sjica.org/print_center.html

San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art - 560 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $350 - includes two plates

408-283-8155

fanny@sjica.org

https://app.etapestry.com/cart/SanJoseInstituteofContempo/default/item.php?ref=3531.0.115394775

Start Time(s): Saturdays: 10am-5pm

In this 3-day workshop you will master the ins-and-outs of this timeless process, including how to prepare plates, apply resists and grounds, etch, and print Techniques covered include acrylic hard ground, aquatint, lift-ground and spit-bite This is a combination class for those who have done etching and want to work on a specific or advanced project as well as a beginning workshop for those with no etching experience Come and learn this non-toxic method and make contemporary prints like the Old Masters! Class will be held in the Print Center of the Institute of Contemporary Art]]>

Astronaut - Planetarium Show

03-10-2012 - 03-10-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 6pm

The exploration of space is the greatest endeavor that humankind has ever undertaken What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become an astronaut? Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut as this latest immersive planetarium show takes you from Earth into Space and beyond Explore the amazing worlds of the microscopic regions of the human body to floating around the International Space Station This film is narrated by Ewan McGregor]]>

Extreme Planets - Planetarium Show

03-10-2012 - 03-10-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

For centuries, humanity has wondered whether they are alone in the Universe Now, they are finally one step closer to knowing the answer With the discovery in 1995 of the first planet orbiting another star, it is now known that planets are not unique to Earth's Solar System In fact, these extra-solar planets now appear to be quite common This planetarium show explores what makes a planet Earth-like and takes an immersive full-dome tour of several worlds that just might fit the conditions humanity needs for survival This is a Clark Planetarium Production in high-definition, 360-degree full-dome video  Its content is geared for audience members Grades 5 to adult]]>

Introduction to French Dancing with Contra Dance Party

03-10-2012 - 03-10-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$15

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 6pm-7pm  Lesson 8pm-11pm  Dance

Say "Oui!" to French Dancing at this evening's special hour-length lesson, and then stay for the dance that follows! At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

Contra Dance featuring Peak Nouveau

03-10-2012 - 03-10-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$15

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm  Lesson 8pm-11pm  Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by Peak Nouveau The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

2012 Guitar Solo and Ensemble Festival

03-10-2012 - 03-11-2012

6

South Bay Guitar Society

http://www.sbgs.org/festival/index.html

Admission: Free admission $5 for master classes

408-292-0704

sbgs@sbgs.org

Start Time(s): Sat: 9am-4:30pm Sun: 10am-4:30pm

Many free workshops, clinics, adjudicated studio recitals, demonstrations and vendor exhibits are offered at this event In addition, master classes will be offered (for $5 each) by Susan McDonald and Matt Palmer More details are available at the Official Site]]>

Playford Ball Workshop - Period Dancing

03-11-2012 - 03-11-2012

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/events/playfordball2012/

Palo Alto Masonic Center - 461 Florence Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $12

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 2pm-5pm

In preparation for their annual Playford Ball, Bay Area Country Dance Society will be hosting a workshop to teach the dances that will be featured at this year's Ball Bay Area Country Dance Society's Playford Ball, started in 1980 by Brad Foster, is one of their earliest and most popular activities While some communities have Playford Balls that limit themselves exclusively to dances that were published in John Playford and his descendents between 1650 and the late 1700s, this event covers dances written from 1650 to today The Playford Ball--as well as the rehearsal dance the evening beforehand (held in Hayward) and additional practice dances in the east bay, Peninsula, and Sierra Foothills--are organized by a large committee that devotes a great deal of effort to making the Ball a splendid event Very little dance instruction is required at the Ball, in large part because the Ball program and dance directions are distributed to west coast callers the November prior to the Ball]]>

Blow a Float or Garden Ball - Discover Glass Workshop

03-12-2012 - 03-12-2012

1

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $160

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm - or - 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has created a new class for everyone to have the opportunity to blow a six- to seven-inch diameter "float" Four people per bench will spend two hours working on creating their own "two color," unique "float" The floats can be used indoors or outside as decorative pieces for your house or garden]]>

Intermediate Improv Class - Mondays

01-30-2012 - 03-12-2012

1

Dragon Productions Theatre Company

http://www.dragonproductions.net/the-dragon-theatre/classes.html

Dragon Theatre - 535 Alma Street Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: Cost: $245 for seven sessions ($210 for seven sessions if you sign up before January 23) Workshop is limited to 12 participants Ages 18 and up please

650-493-2006

info@dragonproductions.net

http://www.dragonproductions.net/the-dragon-theatre/classes.html

Start Time(s): Mon: 7pm-9pm

This seven-session workshop provides a safe and friendly atmosphere to have fun, explore improv and refine your knowledge and skills Using tools developed in your Beginning Improv class, you will learn more games and explore your own style of play While still emphasizing fun, the class will explore some of the skills needed to perform improvisational theatre in front of an audience Concepts include teamwork, status, character, relationships, genre, locations, space objects, and narrative structure The class will delve into full scenes and comedy show games while having fun and celebrating risk taking Students will leave the class understanding the basics of improvising two and three character narratively-driven scenes The workshop is aimed at people that have completed a Beginning Improv class Terry Sandke, workshop leader, has been teaching Improv at Dragon Productions since 2007 He was a founding member of the San Francisco Improv troupe, "Spontaneous Combustion" and has been an improv performer for 15 years - 11 as a BATS Improv Sunday Player in San Francisco Seven Mondays, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, January 30 through March 12 * Cost: $245 for seven sessions ($210 for seven sessions if you sign up before January 23) * Workshop is limited to 12 participants Ages 18 and up please* *With two-hour sessions fitting the schedules of working adults, smaller classes, and lower prices, Dragon Productions' workshops are the best Improv class value on the Peninsula and in the South Bay]]>

Zona - A Reading by Author Geoff Dyer

03-13-2012 - 03-13-2012

2

Stanford Humanities Center

http://shc.stanford.edu/events/calendar/

Stanford Humanities Center - 424 Santa Teresa Street Stanford CA 94305

Admission: Free

650-725-1219

Start Time(s): 6pm-9pm

The British novelist Geoff Dyer will be coming to Stanford to do a reading from his soon-to-be-released Zona, a book about Tarkovsky's film Stalker, followed by a panel discussion between Dyer, Tom Luddy (cofounder and codirector of the Telluride Film Festival), Nariman Skakov from Stanford's Slavic Department whose book on Tarkovsky is currently in press and due to be released soon, and Pavle Levi--an expert on film and media from our Art and Art History Department The panel discussion will be followed by a question and answer session The event will be sponsored by the Center for the Study of the Novel, Creative Writing, English, the Division of Literatures, Cultures and Languages, and the Slavic Department]]>

The Creative Destruction of Medicine - Dr Eric Topol, Author

03-13-2012 - 03-13-2012

2

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Purchase of event book or $10 gift card required* Free for members *Admits 2

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

It turns out plenty of new medicines--although tested with what seem like large trials--actually end up revealing most of their problems only once they get out in the real world The unexpected interactions of drugs, patients, and diseases can be devastating How can we avoid these dangerous interactions and side-effects? How can we predict which person out of a hundred will be helped by a new drug, and which fatally harmed? Eric J Topol, MD, is professor of innovative medicine and the director of the Scripps Translational Science Institute in La Jolla, California Trained at Johns Hopkins University, he conducted one of the first trials of a genetically engineered protein for treating heart attacks and was the founder of the world's first cardiovascular gene bank at the Cleveland Clinic  ]]>

Murder at the Lanterne Rouge - Cara Black, Author

03-14-2012 - 03-14-2012

3

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Purchase of event book or $10 gift card required* Free for members *Admits 2

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

Aimee Leduc is happy her long-time business partner Rene has found a girlfriend Really, she is It's not her fault if she can't suppress her doubts about the relationship Rene is moving way too fast, and Aimee's instincts tell her Meizi, this supposed love of Rene's life, isn't trustworthy Her misgivings may not be far off the mark: Meizi disappears during a Chinatown dinner to take a phone call and never comes back to the restaurant Minutes later, the body of a young man, a science prodigy and volunteer at the nearby Musee, is found shrink-wrapped in an alleyway--with Meizi's photo in his wallet Aimee does not like this scenario one bit, but she can't figure out how the murder is connected to Meizi's disappearance The dead genius was sitting on a discovery that has France's secret service keeping tabs on him Now they're keeping tabs on Aimee A missing young woman, an illegal immigrant raid in progress, botched affairs of the heart, dirty policemen, the French secret service, cutting-edge science secrets, and a murderer on the loose--what has she gotten herself into? Can she get herself--and her friends--back out of it all alive?]]>

Beginning Improv Class - Wednesdays

02-01-2012 - 03-14-2012

3

Dragon Productions Theatre Company

http://www.dragonproductions.net/the-dragon-theatre/classes.html

Dragon Theatre - 535 Alma Street Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: Cost: $245 for seven sessions ($210 if you sign up before January 25)

650-493-2006

info@dragonproductions.net

http://www.dragonproductions.net/the-dragon-theatre/classes.html

Start Time(s): Wed: 7pm-9pm

Three reasons to take a Beginning Improv class: - To laugh and have fun - To loosen up, be more creative, and be more spontaneous - To overcome fear of speaking extemporaneously in front of people Improv skills--trusting your spontaneous reactions, trusting your partner, and trusting agreement to move things forward--can positively impact your life: at home, at work, and in interpersonal relationships And--you don't have to be an actor or comedian to develop those skills Why? Because you improvise every day, and have been doing it since you were born Using improvisational theater exercises with a small group in a safe, friendly, and fun atmosphere, this workshop will help you trust your own ability to think, speak, and act spontaneously You will play short improv games and experiment with creating characters and scenes, all as a fun way to develop a more nimble and responsive engagement with your life You will leave the class understanding the fundamental skills underlying all improv performances As one student said, "I love this class!" Come and play Have fun with us Meet some fun people No experience required Shy people welcome! Terry Sandke, workshop leader, has been teaching Improv at Dragon Productions since 2007 He was a founding member of the San Francisco Improv troupe, "Spontaneous Combustion" and has been an improv performer for 15 years--11 as a BATS Improv Sunday Player in San Francisco Seven Wednesdays (7:00pm - 9:00pm), February 1 through March 14 * Cost: $245 for seven sessions ($210 if you sign up before January 25) * Workshop is limited to 12 participants* Ages 18 and up, please *With two-hour sessions fitting the schedules of working adults, smaller classes, and lower prices, Dragon Productions' workshops are the best Improv class value on the Peninsula and in the South Bay]]>

Belly Dancing Classes - Thursdays

02-02-2012 - 03-15-2012

4

Community Education, San Mateo County Community College District

http://communityed.smccd.edu/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=27406&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0

College of San Mateo - 1700 W Hillsdale Boulevard San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: $79

650-574-6149

CommunityEd@smccd.edu

http://CommunityEd.smccd.edu

Start Time(s): Thurs: 7:30pm-8:45pm

Experience the magic of this ancient graceful dance and enjoy the sounds of exotic drum rhythms and melodies Have fun and benefit from this amazing low impact workout Handouts will be provided No experience necessary 7 class sessions]]>

Hip Hop with Christine - Dance Class

01-12-2012 - 03-15-2012

4

City of Menlo Park

http://www.egovlink.com/menlopark/classes/class_details.asp?classid=14312&categoryid=87&categorytitle=Adult%20Classes

Arrillaga Family Recreation Center - 701 Laurel Street Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: $15 Drop-In Fee $124-$166 for all sessions

http://www.egovlink.com/menlopark/classes/class_details.asp?classid=14234&categoryid=87&categorytitle=Adult%20Classes

Start Time(s): Thurs: 5pm

Ever wish you had smooth moves you could show off on the dance floor? Here is your chance to learn! During these sessions, you’ll learn multiple hip hop routines to today’s most popular music! Teens and adults are welcome  ]]>

Cambodian Culture Dance Troupe - 1st & 3rd Fridays

01-06-2012 - 03-16-2012

5

Cambodian Dance Troupe of San Jose

http://www.caraweb.org/dance.html

Tully Community Branch Library - 880 Tully Road San Jose CA 95111

Admission: Free

dances@caraweb.org

Start Time(s): 1st & 3rd Fridays: 5:30pm-8pm  (except 2/17) See official website for additional dates and locations

As a big supporter of Cambodian culture, the Cambodian American Resource Agency has continued its sponsorship of dance classes These classes offer the opportunity to learn Khmer classical and folk dances The purpose of the classes is to revitalize aspects of Khmer culture that can be performed and presented to the public through the Khmer New Year event occuring around mid-April The classes generally start in early September and end in the first week of April Ages 5 and up]]>

English Country Dance - 1st, 3rd, 5th Fridays

02-03-2012 - 03-16-2012

5

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/english/palo_alto/

Palo Alto Masonic Center - 461 Florence Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$10

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 1st, 3rd, 5th Fri of month: 7:30pm-8pm  Lesson 8pm-10:30pm  Dance

Started in 1982 by two women, this dance was originally a monthly event with no primary leader After a year or so, the dance became a semi-monthly event featuring many well-known musicians This dance has been located at the Palo Alto Masonic Temple for many years Bob Fraley and others serve as callers on a rotating basis, while the Nonesuch Country Dance Band (founded by Stan and Susan Kramer in 1985) serves as the house band This is a novice-friendly dance, and aims towards an evening with a high ratio of dancing to teaching A half-hour lesson is offered at the start of the evening]]>

Friday Night Waltz - Social Dancing

03-16-2012 - 03-16-2012

5

Friday Night Waltz

http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $8  Dance only $8-$12  Class plus Dance

info@FridayNightWaltz.com

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm  Class 9pm-12am  Dance

No partner is necessary for this fun event All ages are welcome; those under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian Casual, comfortable attire is fine A typical Friday Night Waltz event like this one draws 100-200 participants, and includes between forty and fifty dances in an evening About half the dances are waltzes and the rest of the dances are the mixers, the choreographed waltzes, one-steps, swing, tango, cha-cha, mazurka, schottische, an occasional hambo, blues, Zweifacher or salsa This event takes place in the Church's Fellowship Hall, located on the second floor The entrance is on the right of the courtyard, facing away from the street Free water and light refreshments are offered]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

03-17-2012 - 03-17-2012

6

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

On Board the Flying Fortress - Presentation by Ray Allen, WWII B-17 Navigator

03-17-2012 - 03-17-2012

6

Hiller Aviation Museum

http://www.hiller.org/Pioneer-in-Aviation.shtml

Hiller Aviation Museum - 601 Skyway Road San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free with museum admission Museum Admission: $7-$11 Free for kids 4 and under

650-654-0200

Start Time(s): 11am

Ray Allen completed a full tour--thirty five missions--as a Boeing B-17 Navigator in the European theatre during the latter years of WWII He achieved the highest qualification a navigator could attain--Class Three Navigator When Ray shares some nail-biting details of his various missions, he tells it like it all happened earlier in the day! For his brave service to his country, Ray received the Distinguished Flying Cross, five Air Medals, and three Battle Stars with Area Ribbons This hero had an active role during formation bombing raids on targets over Belgium, Holland, Germany, and Nazi occupied northern France With great success, Ray and his crew crippled Hitler's war machine by putting out of commission factories, oil fields, and oil refineries, which are the Achilles heel of any mechanized army Ray received Army training as an aircraft mechanic and ever since has taken a keen interest in machinery, playing an active part in maintaining his flying machine A born aviator, Ray has been at the controls of the B-17, B-25, B-26, C-46, C-47, and a civilian operated P-51 He continues putting the sky beneath his wings while piloting his own Cessna Skymaster If you've ever wondered what the famed Norden Bombsight looks like and how it works, Ray will have one on hand to show you and he can explain how it was put to use on the Flying Fortress You won't want to miss this presentation Come and meet one of the nation's finest]]>

Revelations Visions, Prophecy, and Politics in the Book of Revelation - Elaine Pagel, Author

03-17-2012 - 03-17-2012

6

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Purchase of event book or $10 gift card required* Free for members *Admits 2

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

Through the bestselling books of Elaine Pagels, thousands of readers have come to know and treasure the suppressed biblical texts known as the Gnostic Gospels As one of the world's foremost religion scholars, she has been a pioneer in interpreting these books and illuminating their place in the early history of Christianity Her new book, however, tackles a text that is firmly, dramatically within the New Testament canon: The Book of Revelation, the surreal apocalyptic vision of the end of the worldor is it? Pagels returns The Book of Revelation to its historical origin, written as its author John of Patmos took aim at the Roman Empire after what is now known as "the Jewish War," in 66 CE Militant Jews in Jerusalem, fired with religious fervor, waged an all-out war against Rome's occupation of Judea, and their defeat resulted in the desecration of Jerusalem and its Great Temple Pagels persuasively interprets Revelation as a scathing attack on the decadence of Rome Soon after, however, a new sect known as "Christians" seized on John's text as a weapon against heresy and infidels of all kinds--Jews, even Christians who dissented from their increasingly rigid doctrines and hierarchies In a time when global religious violence surges, Revelations explores how often those in power throughout history have sought to force "God's enemies" to submit or be killed Elaine Pagels is the Harrington Spear Paine Professor of Religion at Princeton University and the author of Reading Judas, The Gnostic Gospels--winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award and the National Book Award--and the New York Times bestseller Beyond Belief There will also be an introduction by Scotty McLennan, Dean of Religious Life at Stanford]]>

Monoprint with Nicola Franklin - TeenStudio Workshop

03-17-2012 - 03-17-2012

6

Triton Museum of Art

http://www.tritonmuseum.org

Triton Museum of Art - 1505 Warburton Avenue Santa Clara CA 95050

Admission: Free - registration required

408-247-9340

education@tritonmuseum.org

Start Time(s): 10am-4pm

This workshop will introduce you to free form printmaking with an emphasis on experimentation and creativity Learn to create innovative and unique prints using drawing, painting, collage, relief, and more All materials will be provided TeenStudio is an art program giving voice and artistic instruction to serious young artists in high school who want a head start in their art education and careers Learn from some of the region’s most noted artists and art educators who will guide you in the creation of your own art and the expression of your own visions Experience how the art world works by learning from the pros TeenStudio consists of an exciting series of workshops in which students will receive focused instruction and tips from various professional artists, while they explore a variety of art media and techniques]]>

2012 Scrapbook Expo

03-16-2012 - 03-17-2012

6

Scrapbook Expo

http://www.scrapbookexpo.com/BA-12/Home.asp

Alameda County Fairgrounds - 4501 Pleasanton Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $7-$9 Additional cost for workshops and crop parties - See Official Site $8 Parking

888-252-3676

http://www.scrapbookexpo.com/BA-12/Home.asp

Start Time(s): Fri: 10am-6pm Sat: 9am-5pm See Official Site for workshop schedule

National manufacturerers and local retail stores will be selling scrapbook supplies to the public This year's event will feature four great crop parties and technique-filled workshops  ]]>

Saturn Jewel of the Heavens - Planetarium Show

03-17-2012 - 03-17-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Once a planet of great mystery, now more is known than ever before about its amazing system of rings, moons, and storms thanks to modern robotic space pioneers From its bizarre moons with mysterious features, to the millions of icy particles that compose the enigmatic rings, this is the three-dimensional tour of the Saturnian system that goes beyond the computer graphics experience--it's like flying piggyback on the Cassini spacecraft! Experience an immersive exploration of one of the most amazing and dynamic planetary collections of the solar system]]>

I Can Do It! Ignite

03-17-2012 - 03-18-2012

6

Hay House, Inv

http://www.hayhouse.com/event_details.php?event_id=1580

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $75-$295

408-792-4111

http://www.hayhouse.com/event_details.php?event_id=1580

Start Time(s): Sat: 9am-8:30pm Sun: 9am-6pm

Get ready to Occupy Your Mind at the newest Hay House conference I Can Do It Ignite! This information packed conference features cutting edge authors, speakers and documentary filmmakers in the mindful spirituality, health, holistic, and sustainability lifestyles movement These trendsetting & transformational speakers will Ignite and occupy your mind with topics ranging from relationships, sexuality, finance, and personal transformation to mindfulness, youth empowerment, health and more!]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

03-18-2012 - 03-18-2012

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Insights into Quilt National '11

03-18-2012 - 03-18-2012

San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles

http://sjquiltmuseum.org/

San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles - 520 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $10 students $15 members $25 non members

408-971-0323

info@sjquiltmuseum.org

http://sjquiltmuseum.org/calendar_march2012.html

Start Time(s): 1pm-2:30pm

Nelda Warkentin, QN '11 juror and artist, will offer information and observations about the exhibition and the jury process As a way of introducing herself, Warkentin will also discuss her work, its evolution and where its headed Following her presentation, a "juror's walk" will highlight several of the quilts in the exhibition Warkentin is a fiber artist with gallery representation in Anchorage AK and Boston MA Her quilts have been exhibited in the US and internationally, including the US Embassies in Belgium, Russia and South Africa Her work, featured in the book, "Masters: Art Quilts, Volume 2", has been juried 12 times into Quilt National and Visions Warkentin is Treasurer of Studio Art Quilt Associates]]>

Theatre Connection - Winter Session

01-21-2012 - 03-18-2012

6

Willow Glen Children's Theatre

http://wgct.org/theatreconnection.html

Willow Glen Community and Senior Center - 2175 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $108 for San Jose residents $116 for non-San Jose residents

408-448-6400

Start Time(s): Sat: 10am-12pm

Theatre Connection lets kids participate in the entire process of creating an original play, from the very first spark of an idea to the final moment of taking a bow on stage! This workshop draws children in right from the start with theatre games and improvised scenes Each workshop culminates in an original production! After getting to know the child actors, our director writes a play with characters based on their individual talents and abilities The children perform the original pay for their family, friends, and the community We hold three sessions during the school year (Fall, Winter, and Spring)]]>

Freedom and the Arts of Dissent - Svetlana Boym, Lecturer

03-19-2012 - 03-19-2012

1

Stanford Humanities Center

http://shc.stanford.edu/events/calendar/

Stanford Humanities Center - 424 Santa Teresa Street Stanford CA 94305

Admission: Free

650-725-1219

Start Time(s): 6pm-7:30pm

This lecture explores the experience of public freedom as co-creation in the world and the “miracle of infinite improbability” (Hannah Arendt) Drawing distinctions between liberation and freedom and between estrangement from the world and estrangement for the world, the lecture reexamines avant-garde and artistic and political dissent in Russia and Eastern Europe of the 20th century with uncanny connections to the public protests all over the world in 2011-2012 Boym explores cross-cultural approaches to public freedom and proposes an alternative “off-modern” archeology of the twentieth and twenty-first century experimental thought from Hannah Arendt, Georg Simmel, and Victor Shklovsky to contemporary political art]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

03-19-2012 - 03-19-2012

1

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Valerie Plame Wilson - Unique Lives and Experience Series

03-19-2012 - 03-19-2012

1

Let's Talk Entertainment

http://www.uniquelives.com/sanjose.php

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $36-$75

408-792-4111

http://www.uniquelives.com/sanjose.php

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

While serving her country as a CIA clandestine operations officer to protect America's national security and prevent the proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction, Valerie Plame Wilson kept her occupation and her identity a secret When her covert status was revealed to the public by senior White House officials, it resulted in the loss of her career and privacy In retaliation she wrote the New York Times best-selling autobiography, Fair Game: My Life as a Spy, My Betrayal by the White House Her story was recently made into a major motion picture starring Sean Penn and Naomi Watts Come hear Valerie Plame Wilson's unique story as she shares her views on the incredible events that led to her exposure]]>

NASA Missions Update

03-19-2012 - 03-19-2012

1

Santa Clara City Libraries

http://library.santaclaraca.gov

Central Park Library - Santa Clara - 2635 Homestead Road Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: Free

408-615-2900

Start Time(s): 7pm-8:15pm

NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Eric Norris presents another fascinating multi-media program on NASA missions to the solar system He will provide the latest on: the search for other habitable worlds by the Kepler spacecraft, the Curiosity rover now on its way to Mars, the Juno mission now enroute to Jupiter, the Mars rover Opportunity, Dawn's discoveries at the asteroid Vesta, and more! For interested students and adults--call (408) 615-2900 to sign up for this free program in the Redwood Room]]>

Portrait Sculpture Series - Nine-Week Workshop

01-17-2012 - 03-20-2012

2

Bay Area Classical Artist Atelier

Bay Area Classical Artist Atelier Studio - 345 Quarry Road San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: $48000--$55000

650-400-9958

Start Time(s): Tues: 6pm-9 pm

A 9 week series meeting on Tuesday evenings and featuring, Alicia Ponzio, a Florence Academy trained sculptress Ponzio will guide students through the process of sculpting from life in traditional water based clay, on a wooden armature Using direct observation, students will learn to read and describe the structural elements of the portrait, and then to explore the form, likeness, and expression of the sitter Composition as it relates to portrait sculpture will also be discussed Alicia will work alongside students and offer feedback to individual students during each class]]>

English Country Dance - 1st, 3rd, 5th Tuesdays

01-17-2012 - 03-20-2012

2

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/english/peninsula/

All Saints Episcopal Church - 555 Waverly Street Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$9

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 1st, 3rd, 5th Tues of month: 7:30pm-9:30pm

Peninsula English Country Dance meets on the first, third, and fifth Tuesdays All dancers are invited to come and join the fun Beginners are always welcome English Country Dance is fun, relatively easy, community-oriented dancing with live music All dances are taught, and beginners are encouraged to participate No partner is required No special dress is required, but please wear comfortable clothes and clean, soft-soled shoes Dances are taught by experienced callers Wonderful live music is provided by Bill Jensen, Stan Kramer, and guests An online calendar of callers and musicians can be found at the Official Website]]>

Taste What You Are Missing - Barb Stuckey, Author

03-20-2012 - 03-20-2012

2

Commonwealth Club

http://www.commonwealthclub.org/events/2012-03-20/barb-stuckey-understanding-science-and-senses-what-you-eat

Admission: $10 CC Members $15 Non-Members

800-847-7730

http://www.commonwealthclub.org/events/2012-03-20/barb-stuckey-understanding-science-and-senses-what-you-eat

Start Time(s): 7pm  Program

Barb Stuckey: Understanding the Science and Senses of What You Eat Author, Taste What You’re Missing: The Passionate Eater's Guide to Why Good Food Tastes Good Professional food developer Stuckey shares her vast knowledge to help us better understand the psychology and physiology of taste Learn how to develop and improve your tasting palate by discerning flavors, detecting ingredients and creating new taste combinations]]>

Romeo & Juliet - Read-Along Shakespeare in San Carlos

03-21-2012 - 03-21-2012

3

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/4968

San Carlos Library - 610 Elm Street San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free

650-591-0341

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm

Gather with other fans of Shakespeare to read his works Please bring a copy of the play if you have one as only a few library copies may be available This month's play is Romeo & Juliet]]>

Out of Sight, Out of Time - Ally Carter, Author (Youth Event)

03-21-2012 - 03-21-2012

3

Kepler's Bookstore

http://www.keplers.com/

Kepler's Books - 1010 El Camino Real Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Free

650-324-4321

service@keplers.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

With more than a million Gallagher Girls books sold, a legion of fans have fallen in love with the New York Times best-selling spy-girl series, and the fifth book delivers the most nerve-wracking, high-stakes adventure yet The last thing Cammie Morgan remembers is leaving the Gallagher Academy to protect her friends and family, but when Cammie wakes up in an alpine convent and discovers months have passed, her memory is a black hole The only traces left of Cammie's summer vacation are the bruises on her body and dirt under her nails All she wants is to go home, but even the Gallagher Academy now holds more questions than answers as Cammie and her friends face their most difficult challenge yet With only their training and a few clues to guide them, the girls go in search of answers on the other side of the world, but the Circle is hot on their trail and will stop at nothing to prevent Cammie from remembering what she did last summer]]>

Life Drawing with Kristin Lindseth-Rivera - Thursdays

01-12-2012 - 03-22-2012

4

Triton Museum of Art

http://www.tritonmuseum.org

Triton Museum of Art - 1505 Warburton Avenue Santa Clara CA 95050

Admission: $175 Triton Members $195 General ($20 drop-in fee per session)

408-247-5288

Start Time(s): Thurs: 6:30pm-9pm No class 3/1

Gain a basic understanding of direct observation with different models, short to medium poses, advance-critiques, and feedback from instructor Bring your own supplies and easel Tables and chairs provided 10-week session Beginning to advanced work]]>

Middle Eastern Bellydance - Dance Class

01-12-2012 - 03-22-2012

4

City of Menlo Park

http://www.egovlink.com/menlopark/classes/class_details.asp?classid=14312&categoryid=87&categorytitle=Adult%20Classes

Arrillaga Family Recreation Center - 701 Laurel Street Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: $15 Drop-In Fee $111-$149 for all sessions

http://www.egovlink.com/menlopark/classes/class_details.asp?classid=14675&categoryid=87&categorytitle=Adult%20Classes

Start Time(s): Thurs: 6:30pm

Learn the sensuous movements of this ancient art form while building strength, flexibility and stamina Bellydancing is for all ages and body types! This class will cover basic Bellydance muscle isolations and dance technique, using music and moves from Egypt, Turkey, Iran and North Africa Bring your bare feet and loose, comfortable pants or a comfortable, full skirt (bare stomach optional) Minimum age: 16  ]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

03-23-2012 - 03-23-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 6pm-8pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Friday Night Waltz - Social Dancing

03-23-2012 - 03-23-2012

5

Friday Night Waltz

http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $8  Dance only $8-$12  Class plus Dance

info@FridayNightWaltz.com

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm  Class 9pm-12am  Dance

No partner is necessary for this fun event All ages are welcome; those under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian Casual, comfortable attire is fine A typical Friday Night Waltz event like this one draws 100-200 participants, and includes between forty and fifty dances in an evening About half the dances are waltzes and the rest of the dances are the mixers, the choreographed waltzes, one-steps, swing, tango, cha-cha, mazurka, schottische, an occasional hambo, blues, Zweifacher or salsa This event takes place in the Church's Fellowship Hall, located on the second floor The entrance is on the right of the courtyard, facing away from the street Free water and light refreshments are offered]]>

787 Dreamliner A Glimpse of the Future - Presentation

03-24-2012 - 03-24-2012

6

Hiller Aviation Museum

http://www.hiller.org/Pioneer-in-Aviation.shtml

Hiller Aviation Museum - 601 Skyway Road San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free with museum admission Museum Admission: $7-$11 Free for kids 4 and under

650-654-0200

Start Time(s): 11am

In the years ahead, most of those who travel on airlines will hitch a ride on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner This sleek new airplane was designed with cutting edge technology in manufacturing and material science With this bold step, Boeing is leading the industry in creating fuel-efficient, easy to maintain, and superbly stylish and comfortable airplanes The future you've dreamed of is here In this one hour presentation, you'll see colorful pictures that highlight the Dreamliner's technical innovations as well as its great looks We will make comparisons with and take a look at the technologies and the machinery of Boeings past! Come and join Hiller Aviation Museum for a mechanical prospective on the world's most advanced jetliner that doubles as a beautiful work of art]]>

The Secret Lives of Stars - Planetarium Show

03-24-2012 - 03-24-2012

6

Fujitsu Planetarium, De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/planetarium/

Fujitsu Planetarium - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $7 $2  Parking  (Coins/dollars, only)

408-864-5791

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Not all stars are created equal Some are massive Others are tiny; almost insignificant The specific characteristics of a star will determine what type of life it will lead, how long it might live and even the type of death it will die Come witness the amazing variety of stars and peer into their secret lives This show is narrated by Sir Patrick Stewart of Star Trek: The Next Generation and the X-Men films Recommended for Grades 4 and up]]>

Contra Dance featuring The Rosin Doctors

03-24-2012 - 03-24-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$15

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm  Lesson 8pm-11pm  Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by The Rosin Doctors The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

The Tech Museum MathWorks Program

02-18-2012 - 03-24-2012

6

The Tech Museum

http://www.thetech.org/education/mathworks/

The Tech Museum - 201 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113-2008

Admission: Free

408-795-6330

Start Time(s): Sat: 10:30am-12pm or 2pm-3pm

MathWorks is a free, bilingual Spanish program for children and their families These math and science activities are designed to teach parents and families how to help reinforce math skills that are being taught in school These basic skills have been identified as those needed in order to be successful in math and science Snacks are provided for participants Each MathWorks session is 6 weeks of Saturday classes]]>

Two Among the Righteous Few - Marty Brounstein, Author

03-25-2012 - 03-25-2012

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/content/afternoon-author-marty-brounstein

Belmont Library - 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas Belmont CA 94002

Admission: Free

650-591-8286

Start Time(s): 3pm

Marty Brounstein is the author of the recently published book Two Among the Righteous Few: A Story of Courage, a true story that takes place during the Holocaust and World War II The story he tells is about a Christian couple in the Netherlands who helped save the lives at least two dozen people, including the lives of people near and dear to him   Brounstein has written a heartfelt story that engages the audience His presentation aids in promoting the interfaith values and special messages of this remarkable tale  ]]>

Kick-Start Your Creativity

03-24-2012 - 03-25-2012

Santa Clara Valley Watercolor Society

http://www.jayasart.com

Historic Hoover Theatre - 1635 Park Avenue San Jose CA 95126

Admission: $125 workshop $10 materials fee

650-283-5292

jayascool@earthlink.net

http://www.scvws.org/workshops/flyers/RegForm.pdf

Start Time(s): Sat-Sun: 9am-4pm

An exciting 2-day workshop with local artist, Jaya King Over the course of a 2-day workshop we will explore how to create a strong visual narrative by using a variety of media including gouache, acrylic (and liquid acrylic inks), decorative collage papers and found objects to name a few! Each morning will begin with a technique demonstration and discussion; the day will continue with plenty of work time and step-by-step instruction This workshop will urge you out of your comfort zone, embrace inspiration and translate it into a tangible vision If ever there were a time to "Kick Start Your Creativity," it has arrived!]]>

Fundamentals of Woodworking - Wall Cabinet

03-24-2012 - 03-25-2012

6

The Sawdust Shop

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classschedule.asp

The Sawdust Shop - 452 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale CA 94085

Admission: $150

408-992-1004

support@sawdustshop.com

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classdetails.asp?id=1

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 10am-6pm (Class takes place over both days)

This is an entry-level woodworking class for beginners and/or as a refresher for people who have done woodworking in the past This class will stress woodshop safety and the safe operation of the power tools in the shop A simple project will be constructed that will use most of the power tools in the Sawdust Shop's woodshop]]>

Mark Twain In His Own Words, 100 Years Later - Dr Robert Hirst, Lecturer

03-27-2012 - 03-27-2012

2

Saratoga Foothill Club

http://www.foothillclub.org

Saratoga Foothill Club - 20399 Park Place Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $10

408-867-9753

judyvance@earthlink.net

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Dr Robert Hirst is Curator of the Mark Twain Papers at the Bancroft Library of the University of California, Berkeley and General Editor of the Mark Twain Project at UCB In this lecture, he will explain why Twain's writings are as relevant today as they were 100 years ago]]>

Folkdances of Hungary and Transylvania - Drop-In Class

01-03-2012 - 03-27-2012

2

City of Menlo Park

http://www.egovlink.com/menlopark/classes/class_details.asp?classid=14230&categoryid=87&categorytitle=Adult%20Classes

Arrillaga Family Recreation Center - 701 Laurel Street Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: $7 Drop-In Fee

650-941-0227

todd@wagnerhaz.com

Start Time(s): Tues: 7:45pm-10:15pm

This class teaches authentic Hungarian, Romanian, and Gypsy dances These folkdances, centuries old, resemble ballroom dances on steroids They are still done today at dance clubs throughout Hungary by people of all ages There are mostly couple dances, but there will also be some men’s and women’s dances Todd Wagner will teach the men’s parts and Sarah Tull will teach the women’s parts Teaching will be at a beginning level Bringing a partner is not necessary, as partners are rotated during each session]]>

Design West of ESC Silicon Valley

03-26-2012 - 03-29-2012

4

UBM Electronics

http://www.ubmdesign.com/sessions/esc

San Jose Convention Center - 150 W San Carlos Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: Free Expo exhibits or get an All-Access Pass at 15% off and received a free 10" Android tablet! Use promo code PROMO1 for your 15% discount off any conference package

415-947-6118

http://ubmdesign.com

Start Time(s): Mon-Thurs: 8am-5pm For details, see Official Site

ESC Presents--DESIGN West, four-days of never-before-assembled training and education, hands-on knowledge exchanges, and the hottest new products–all under one roof! 7 summits come together under one roof: ESC, Android, Black Hat, DesignMED, LED, Sensors & Multicore Customize your learning experience and increase your skills in the areas you need to learn now, including embedded hardware and software design, total systems integration, power management, open source software, android, embedded security, and much more All access pass holders get a free 10" Android tablet The tablet will be pre-loaded with official interactive show application Look forward to more hands on education, build your own embedded system program, beer and boards program, amazing keynotes, live teardowns and more]]>

Balkan Folkdance Class

01-05-2012 - 03-29-2012

4

City of Menlo Park

http://www.egovlink.com/menlopark/classes/class_details.asp?classid=14312&categoryid=87&categorytitle=Adult%20Classes

Arrillaga Family Recreation Center - 701 Laurel Street Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: $7 Drop-In Fee $52-$74 for all sessions

http://www.egovlink.com/menlopark/classes/class_details.asp?classid=14312&categoryid=87&categorytitle=Adult%20Classes

Start Time(s): Tues: 7:45pm-10:15pm

Enjoy learning the lively and fascinating repertoire of dances from Macedonia, Yugoslavia, Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, and Hungary! Internationally known teachers Suzanne Rocca-Butler, Todd Wagner, or Martin Frost will provide instruction to participants with some dance experience Some material on customs, history, and costume is presented also This course complements other courses offered at the Recreation Center with very little overlap in material]]>

Glass Experience - Discover Glass Workshop

03-30-2012 - 03-30-2012

5

Bay Area Glass Institute

http://www.bagi.org/discover-glass.html

Bay Area Glass Institute - 431 E Taylor Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $180

408-993-2244

studio@bagi.org

http://www.supersaas.com/schedule/BAGI/Glass_Experiences

Start Time(s): 8:15pm-10:15pm

Bay Area Glass Institute has developed a new kind of glass art class Beginner offerings at the Institute are great to get you started in the art of working glass, but what if you're just looking for the experience? What if you just want something totally different and fun to do with your friends or co-workers? You've already tried rock climbing Maybe you've even thrown yourself out of a perfectly good airplane The Glass Experience workshop may be just right for you (and way less scary)! You'll safely experience working with 2000F molten glass at the end of a turning steel rod You'll spend two hours with a great instructor who will keep it both safe and fun In the end, you will have made a glass paperweight, a glass flower, and you will have had a great time]]>

Friday Night Waltz - Social Dancing

03-30-2012 - 03-30-2012

5

Friday Night Waltz

http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $8  Dance only $8-$12  Class plus Dance

info@FridayNightWaltz.com

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm  Class 9pm-12am  Dance

No partner is necessary for this fun event All ages are welcome; those under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian Casual, comfortable attire is fine A typical Friday Night Waltz event like this one draws 100-200 participants, and includes between forty and fifty dances in an evening About half the dances are waltzes and the rest of the dances are the mixers, the choreographed waltzes, one-steps, swing, tango, cha-cha, mazurka, schottische, an occasional hambo, blues, Zweifacher or salsa This event takes place in the Church's Fellowship Hall, located on the second floor The entrance is on the right of the courtyard, facing away from the street Free water and light refreshments are offered]]>

Friday at the Theatre for Kids

03-30-2012 - 03-30-2012

Portola Valley Theatre Conservatory

http://www.pvtc-ca.org/Fridays_at_the_Theatre.html

Valley Presbyterian Church - 945 Portola Road Portola Valley CA 94028

Admission: $50 1st child in family $25 each additional child in family

events@pvtc-ca.org

Start Time(s): 5pm (Earliest) Drop-Off 10pm (Latest) Pick-Up

Kids, this is your chance to send your parents out for a date night and play! Parents, this is better than a baby sitter! Kids get to play some favorite theatre games with Portola Valley Conservatory Theatre teachers, then get comfy and watch a classic movie musical on the big screen while eating yummy food!]]>

One Through Love - Poetry Reading and Film Screening

03-31-2012 - 03-31-2012

6

De Anza College, Creative Arts Division

http://www.deanza.edu/eventscalendar/month.php

De Anza College - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: Free

408-864-8672

spataforemarisa@deanza.edu

Start Time(s): 7pm

One of the most popular poets in America is Jalaluddin Rumi, a 13th century Muslim mystic This program features the work of Rumi with readings by Los Gatos poet laureate Parthenia Hicks, Cupertino poet laureate and De Anza College English instructor David Denny, and Santa Clara County poet laureate Sally Ashton, along with music and a showing of One Through Love--a multi-lingual film in English, Persian, Turkish, and Arabic Producers Stephen Olsson and Parisa Soultani will describe the film and its companion website that are designed to build connection and dialogue This event is being held in the Visual and Performing Arts Center]]>

Ballet/Stretch with Dana - Drop-In Class, Saturdays

01-07-2012 - 03-31-2012

6

Jensen School for the Performing Arts

http://jpadance.com/drop_in.htm

Jensen School for the Performing Arts - 1491 N Milpitas Boulevard Milpitas CA 95035

Admission: $16 per class (drop-in) -or- $80 for 6 classes

408-262-0770

Start Time(s): Sat: 8:30am-9:30am

Most people think of ballet as a highly structured dance form developed in Europe as a performance art that requires dedication and early training to achieve mastery It has now evolved into a viable exercise alternative Ballet/Stretch will teach you to enjoy movement and become comfortable with your body as much as to build muscle tone and flexibility This class is for ages 18 and over]]>

Introduction to Woodturning - Workshop

03-29-2012 - 03-31-2012

6

The Sawdust Shop

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classschedule.asp

The Sawdust Shop - 452 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale CA 94085

Admission: $285

408-992-1004

support@sawdustshop.com

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classdetails.asp?id=1

Start Time(s): Thurs, Fri: 6pm-10pm Sat: 10am-6pm (Class takes place over all three days)

Turning is as close as woodworkers can get to instant gratification It lets you experience wood in a whole new way, as a curving, sculptural medium that magically takes shape under your hands on the lathe It's a fast, fun way to produce useful and beautiful items for yourself, as gifts, or to sell It's also a great way to expand your capabilities as you turn knobs, legs, and finials for your projects Over two evenings and a full day, you'll learn two different techniques Starting with spindle turning, where the wood grain runs along the lathe bed, you can use this technique for pens, legs, tool handles--things that are long and thin In this class, you'll explore the basics by making a cook's basting or BBQ brush with decorative flourishes to liven up the handle Next, you will dive into faceplate turning, where the grain runs across the lathe bed This is for plates, bowls, and sculptural items that are wider than they are long You'll approach this technique by turning a small bowl from green wood The Sawdust Shop will supply tools, materials, and a detailed handout Just bring your enthusiasm and prepare for a good time No experience necessary Turning is messy, though, so wear a shirt or smock that can close up around your neck and will withstand pitch and water stains Tie up long hair, and leave dangling jewelry at home]]>

Tango Dance Party

03-31-2012 - 03-31-2012

6

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/cultural-arts/cultural-arts-main/

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $10-$15

650-223-8609

bvladimirsky@paloaltojcc.org

Start Time(s): 7pm-12am

This annual party features live music, two dance floors, spectacular demonstrations, and a free lesson by tango instructor Igor Polk Bring your favorite food to add to a scrumptious potluck, in addition to the wine and light snacks that will be provided This event will be held in the Schultz Cultural Arts Hall of the Community Center]]>

Contra Dance featuring The Crabapples

03-31-2012 - 03-31-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$15

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm  Lesson 8pm-11pm  Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by The Crabapples The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

Plant Clinic

04-01-2012 - 04-01-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 11:30am-1pm

The Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions, from general information to advice about specific problems You may bring samples of your plants for better diagnosis Use a Ziploc or similar baggie to carry your sample If you suspect insect damage, try to include some insects so they can be correctly identified For this program, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Beautiful, Well-Behaved Bamboo - Sunday Garden Seminar

04-01-2012 - 04-01-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Bamboo expert Bob Steward will address this lovely garden option For this free program, open to the public, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Jane Pauley - Unique Lives and Experience Series

04-02-2012 - 04-02-2012

1

Let's Talk Entertainment

http://www.uniquelives.com/sanjose.php

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $36-$75

408-792-4111

http://www.uniquelives.com/sanjose.php

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Jane Pauley made her debut on the Today Show at age 25, and became a household name overnight The public christened her "America's Sweetheart" Her 13 years at the Today Show was followed by 11 years at NBC's Dateline, the 2004 premiere of her own talk show--The Jane Pauley Show--and the publishing of her best-selling memoir, Skywriting At age 50, Jane was diagnosed with bipolar disorder In a culture where so few celebrities have spoken about their struggles with this particular mental illness, Pauley is a pioneer She is living proof that someone with bipolar disorder can still be a success in the workplace, a loving wife to her husband, Cartoonist Garry Trudeau, and a good parent]]>

Hip Hop Dance with Kory - Drop-In Class, Tuesdays

01-03-2012 - 04-03-2012

2

Jensen School for the Performing Arts

http://jpadance.com/drop_in.htm

Jensen School for the Performing Arts - 1491 N Milpitas Boulevard Milpitas CA 95035

Admission: $16 per class (drop-in) -or- $80 for 6 classes

408-262-0770

Start Time(s): Tues: 8pm-9pm

Hip hop developed from several dance cultures, including jazz, rock, tap and American and Latino cultures Hip hop is a very energetic form of dancing It is unique in that it allows its dancers to perform with freedom of movement, adding in their own personalities Learn some new funky moves to show off for your friends, have fun, and get a great workout at the same time This class is for ages 18 and over]]>

Jazz at the Cantor Arts Center - Lecture and Demonstration

04-04-2012 - 04-04-2012

3

Cantor Arts Center

http://museum.stanford.edu/participate/programs_events_lectures_symposia.html

Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University - Lomita Drive & Museum Way Stanford CA 94305-5060

Admission: Free

650-723-4177

Start Time(s): 12pm

This lunchtime jazz lecture and demonstration, featuring Loren Schoenberg, director of the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, highlights the rich cross-fertilization between American jazz and music from Latin America and the Caribbean The program is supported in part by the Joan and John Jay Corley Fund for Performance]]>

Campbell Poetry Circle Workshop

04-04-2012 - 04-04-2012

3

Santa Clara County Library

http://www.sccl.org/campbell/

Campbell Library - 77 Harrison Avenue Campbell CA 95008

Admission: Free

408-866-1991

Start Time(s): 6:30pm-8:30pm

In the Community Poetry Circle we'll write new poems in a creative and supportive environment This writing group is appropriate for all levels of experience--from beginners to advanced poets--and all ages This poetry writing group is for you if you: * Have always wanted to write poetry, but don't know how to begin * Have a story to tellwe all do * Enjoy language and want to have fun! Reading a variety of renowned poets, participants will explore the writing craft and generate new works By focusing on what's true in our poems, we will push past our perceived limits and achieve new dimensions within our work Poet-teacher Magdalena Montagne has helped hundreds of people find their inner muse, leading poetry writing groups for over a decade, currently with the Santa Cruz Public Library and the Capitola Book Café; as well as with nonprofits such as the Homeless Services Center and Watsonville Community Hospital A graduate of the University of California, Santa Cruz, she has studied with distinguished poets such as Robert Bly, Sharon Olds, and Robert Hass This free workshop is offered on the first Wednesday of the month, every other month We invite you to come to any or all of the workshops]]>

Juan Felipe Herrera - Reading and Book Signing

04-04-2012 - 04-04-2012

3

Center for Literary Arts San Jose State University

http://litart.org

Dr Martin Luther King Jr Library - 150 E San Fernando Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

(408) 924-4600

Start Time(s): 7pm

Juan Felipe Herrera is a poet, playwright, young-adult novelist and children's-book author, actor and performance troupe founder Born in the farm town of Fowler, CA, he went on to earn graduate degrees from UCLA, Stanford, and the Iowa Writers Workshop Author of twenty-eight books in various genres, and various musicals, Herrera has been awarded the National Book Critics Circle Award, a Guggenheim Fellowship, the PEN USA and PEN Open Book Awards, and the International Latino Award in Poetry This event, co-sponsored by REED, takes place in Room 225/229 of the Library]]>

Zumba with Marcy - Drop-In Class, Thursdays

01-05-2012 - 04-05-2012

4

Jensen School for the Performing Arts

http://jpadance.com/drop_in.htm

Jensen School for the Performing Arts - 1491 N Milpitas Boulevard Milpitas CA 95035

Admission: $16 per class (drop-in) -or- $80 for 6 classes

408-262-0770

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8pm-9pm

Looking for a good workout Try Zumba It's a Latin-based dance exercise program that fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away This class is for ages 18 and over  ]]>

Imagine How Creativity Works - Jonah Lehrer, Author and Contributing Editor for Wired

04-05-2012 - 04-05-2012

4

Commonwealth Club

http://www.commonwealthclub.org/events/2012-04-05/jonah-lehrer-how-creativity-works

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $12 CC Members $20 Non-Members

800-847-7730

clubsv@commonwealthclub.org

http://www.commonwealthclub.org/events/2012-04-05/jonah-lehrer-how-creativity-works

Start Time(s): 7pm  Program

Jonah Lehrer: How Creativity Works Contributing Editor, Wired; Author, How We Decide and Imagine: How Creativity Works Acclaimed science writer and popular blogger Jonah Lehrer helped us learn about our decision making process in his best-selling book How We Decide Now he delves into the human mind to decipher the anatomy of imagination and explore the new science of creativity with Imagine Lehrer introduces us to musicians like Bob Dylan and Yo Yo Ma, artists working at Pixar, engineers at Procter and Gamble, and even a bartender who thinks more like chemist, to demonstrate our most important mental talent: the ability to imagine what has never existed Find out what cities and companies are doing to double our creative output and make our culture more creative]]>

Titanic Anniversary Ball

04-07-2012 - 04-07-2012

6

PEERS - Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation

http://www.peers.org/events.html

San Mateo Masonic Lodge - 100 N Ellsworth Avenue San Mateo CA 94401

Admission: $20 $15 before 3/31

http://www.peers.org/titanic.html

Start Time(s): 6:45pm  Doors 7pm  Lesson 8pm  Dance Party begins

You are invited to attend this elegant ball set in 1912 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the last evening on RMS Titanic Bangers and Mash will play beautiful Edwardian waltzes, polkas, schottisches, set dances, and mixers, and the most sizzling ragtime hits of 1900-1912, including one-steps, two-steps, the newly popular tango, and, of course the traditional favorites: "The Congress of Vienna Waltz," "The Bohemian National Polka," "Lancers," and "Sir Roger de Coverley" There will be a pre-ball dance workshop focusing on the "new" dances of the 20th century, and, as usual, all set dances and mixers will be briefly taught and called It is rumored that some of those charming passengers in steerage will make a guest appearance to perform and teach some of their own lively dances at intermission Suggested costume for First Class passengers is evening dress from 1900-1912 or modern evening dress As always, however, costumes are admired but not required]]>

Graceful Hawaiian Hula Classes - Saturdays

02-04-2012 - 04-07-2012

6

Community Education, San Mateo County Community College District

http://communityed.smccd.edu/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=27357&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_catalog_id=0

College of San Mateo - 1700 W Hillsdale Boulevard San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: $99

650-574-6149

CommunityEd@smccd.edu

http://CommunityEd.smccd.edu

Start Time(s): Sat: 9:30am-10:45am

Hula is the heart and soul of the Hawaiian people! Come enjoy the language of the heart expressed in graceful motion Have fun learning the art of hula storytelling in this low impact aerobic exercise 9 class sessions]]>

Intro to Studio Production Youth Camp - Spring Break 2012

04-09-2012 - 04-13-2012

5

KMVT Community Television

http://www.kmvt15.org/workshops/youth.html

KMVT Community Television Studios - 1400 Terra Bella Avenue, Suite M Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $325

650-968-1540

info@kmvt15.org

http://www.kmvt15.org/workshops/youth_signup_form.html

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 10am-4pm

This one-week Intro to Studio Production Camp introduces youth to media production through hands-on experience Students will use KMVT’s industry-standard professional studio and equipment to gain basic skills in screenwriting, storyboarding, camera work, lighting, directing, sound design, acting, and editing By the end of the week, students will produce an entire production, which will be broadcast on cable Channel KMVT15! Students will each receive a DVD copy of the program they produce The TV station will provide all equipment Bring a sack lunch and a drink Ages 10-14]]>

Introduction to Laser Inlay - Workshop

04-14-2012 - 04-14-2012

6

The Sawdust Shop

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classschedule.asp

The Sawdust Shop - 452 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale CA 94085

Admission: $100

408-992-1004

support@sawdustshop.com

http://www.sawdustshop.com/classdetails.asp?id=64

Start Time(s): 10am-2pm

This is an entry-level woodworking class for beginners In this class you will make three inlays with wood, polymer clay, and powdered stones suitable for use on a small box or other wood project The process of engraving the substrate with the laser will be demonstrated and the students will use the laser to vector cut the wooden inlay for one of the three inlays In this one-day class you'll make three small inlays In the process, you'll learn how to: set up the laser for basic rastor and vector cutting, rastor cut with the laser the substrate for inlay, vector cut walnut with the laser to serve as an inlay material, prepare the inlay substrate for polymer clay inlay material, work polymer clay to assure good material adhesion, bake the polymer clay to cure it, inlay various powdered stones using CA glue, and finish each inlay No experience is necessary]]>

Geoffrey Wolff - Reading and Book Signing

04-17-2012 - 04-17-2012

2

Center for Literary Arts San Jose State University

http://litart.org

Dr Martin Luther King Jr Library - 150 E San Fernando Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

(408) 924-4600

Start Time(s): 7pm

Geoffrey Wolff is the author of six novels, including Providence and The Age of Consent; biographies of Harry Crosby, John O'Hara, and Joshua Slocum; and two memoirs, including The Duke of Deception, a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize He is the recipient of awards from the NEA, the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and the Guggenheim Foundation A former book critic for The Washington Post, Wolff directed the Graduate Program in Writing at UC Irvine from 1995-2006]]>

Hamlet - Read-Along Shakespeare in San Carlos

04-18-2012 - 04-18-2012

3

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/4968

San Carlos Library - 610 Elm Street San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free

650-591-0341

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm

Gather with other fans of Shakespeare to read his works Please bring a copy of the play if you have one as only a few library copies may be available This month's play is Hamlet]]>

Geoffrey Wolff - In Conversation with Tobias Wolff

04-18-2012 - 04-18-2012

3

Center for Literary Arts San Jose State University

http://litart.org

Dr Martin Luther King Jr Library - 150 E San Fernando Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

(408) 924-4600

Start Time(s): 1pm

Geoffrey Wolff is the author of six novels, including Providence and The Age of Consent; biographies of Harry Crosby, John O'Hara, and Joshua Slocum; and two memoirs, including The Duke of Deception, a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize He is the recipient of awards from the NEA, the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and the Guggenheim Foundation A former book critic for The Washington Post, Wolff directed the Graduate Program in Writing at UC Irvine from 1995-2006]]>

Spring Break Riding Camps - Webb Ranch

04-02-2012 - 04-20-2012

5

Webb Ranch and Family Farm

http://webbranchinc.com/riding_camps.htm

Admission: $295 for the session

(650) 854-7755

http://webbranchinc.com/riding_camps.htm

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-12pm Session 1: 4/2-4/6 Session 2: 4/9-4/13 Session 3: 4/16-4/20

The Webb Ranch Riding School offers a comprehensive program for beginning and intermediate riders Have you seen how much a rider can improve in one riding lesson? Imagine what a whole session can do! Webb Ranch offers a series of Holiday, Spring and Summer riding sessions for children ages 7 to 18 Each riding day starts at 9am and finishes by 12pm During these sessions, the riders will learn grooming, saddling, bridling, and (of course) riding All groups will learn both English and Western, and the session will culminate in a trail ride on the last day Each session is limited to 24 students Students will be divided by age and experience into groups of no more than 8]]>

San Jose Taiko Public Workshop

04-21-2012 - 04-21-2012

6

San Jose Taiko

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Admission: $50/person

408-293-9344

yurika@taiko.org

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Start Time(s): 1pm-4pm

You’ve seen San Jose Taiko play--now it’s your turn! Join fellow taiko enthusiasts in learning the basics of San Jose Taiko’s style in a fun and engaging three-hour workshop A brief history of taiko is presented, and participants learn a song based on fundamental stance, rhythms, and technique No taiko experience is necessary, but participants must be at least 15 years old and capable of fairly rigorous physical activity]]>

Debbie Reynolds - Unique Lives and Experience Series

04-24-2012 - 04-24-2012

2

Let's Talk Entertainment

http://www.uniquelives.com/sanjose.php

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $36-$75

408-792-4111

http://www.uniquelives.com/sanjose.php

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

For over six decades, everybody's lives have been enriched by the talents of singer, dancer, and actress Debbie Reynolds In the 50's Debbie was one of Hollywood's most sought after female stars Her marriage to teen idol Eddie Fisher captured the headlines Debbie gave birth to Carrie and Todd Soon after, the famous "Reynolds-Fisher-Taylor" scandal ensued and Debbie divorced Eddie Debbie has been married and divorced three times And she has survived the bankruptcy of her Hotel and Casino in 1997 The "Debbie Reynolds" story goes beyond her myriad of awards and endless list of starring roles This is a story about a woman whose solution to adversity is not to merely survive, but to constantly revive, renew, and live life to the maximum!]]>

What I Did for Love - Dennis Nahat, Artistic Director of Ballet San Jose

04-24-2012 - 04-24-2012

2

Saratoga Foothill Club

http://www.foothillclub.org

Saratoga Foothill Club - 20399 Park Place Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $10

408-867-9753

judyvance@earthlink.net

Start Time(s): 10am

Dennis Nahat, the Artistic Director of Ballet San Jose, will reminisce about his many years in the field of dance  Beginning at the age of eight, he has since attended the Julliard School of Music and was co-founder of the Cleveland Ballet, the San Jose Cleveland Ballet, and noe the Ballet San Jose of Silicon Valley]]>

Children's Theatre Production of Elves and the Shoemaker - Classes and Show

01-10-2012 - 04-24-2012

2

TheaterFun

http://www.theaterfun.com

Admission: 14 weeks Fee is $168 for each class, $336 for both This fee includes scripts and music CD for the production Sibling discounts are 10% on the first - $30240 and 5% - $31920 on the second

408-778-6231

Start Time(s): Tues: 9:45am-11:45 am

Two classes, on acting, one song and dance, culminating in a production of the Elves and the Shoemaker that parents and friends are invited to! Both classes need to be taken in order to be in the production, we would need a minimum of 10 kids in each class If the minimum isn’t reached, we can do scenes that include singing, dancing and acting]]>

Plant Clinic

05-06-2012 - 05-06-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 11:30am-1pm

The Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions, from general information to advice about specific problems You may bring samples of your plants for better diagnosis Use a Ziploc or similar baggie to carry your sample If you suspect insect damage, try to include some insects so they can be correctly identified For this program, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Plant Progation Made Easy - Sunday Garden Seminar

05-06-2012 - 05-06-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Our speaker will be gardening expert James Kern For this free program, which is open to the public, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Coriolanus - Read-Along Shakespeare in San Carlos

05-16-2012 - 05-16-2012

3

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/4968

San Carlos Library - 610 Elm Street San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free

650-591-0341

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm

Gather with other fans of Shakespeare to read his works Please bring a copy of the play if you have one as only a few library copies may be available This month's play is Coriolanus]]>

The Tech Museum MathWorks Program

04-14-2012 - 05-19-2012

6

The Tech Museum

http://www.thetech.org/education/mathworks/

The Tech Museum - 201 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113-2008

Admission: Free

(408) 795-6330

Start Time(s): Sat: 10:30am-12pm or 2pm-3pm

MathWorks is a free, bilingual Spanish program for children and their families These math and science activities are designed to teach parents and families how to help reinforce math skills that are being taught in school These basic skills have been identified as those needed in order to be successful in math and science Snacks are provided for participants Each MathWorks session is 6 weeks of Saturday classes]]>

San Jose Taiko Public Workshop

05-19-2012 - 05-19-2012

6

San Jose Taiko

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Admission: $50/person

408-293-9344

yurika@taiko.org

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Start Time(s): 10am-1pm

You’ve seen San Jose Taiko play--now it’s your turn! Join fellow taiko enthusiasts in learning the basics of San Jose Taiko’s style in a fun and engaging three-hour workshop A brief history of taiko is presented, and participants learn a song based on fundamental stance, rhythms, and technique No taiko experience is necessary, but participants must be at least 15 years old and capable of fairly rigorous physical activity]]>

Hula Classes - Winter/Spring 2012

01-09-2012 - 05-25-2012

4

Halau Na Wai Ola

http://www.nawaiola.com

Sonny's Place Hawaiian Shop - 565 N 6th Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $50/month for 1 class/week $80/month for 2 classes/week $95/month for 3+ classes/week

408-216-0450

Start Time(s): Various classes offered Mon, Tues, Wed, or Thurs evenings Please visit the website for a schedule of classes

We offer hula and Ori Tahiti classes for students of all ages]]>

Nixon in China by John Adams - Opera Lecture Series

05-29-2012 - 05-29-2012

2

Saratoga Foothill Club

http://www.sjoperaguild.org/calendar.html

Saratoga Foothill Club - 20399 Park Place Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $10

408-867-9753

judyvance@earthlink.net

Start Time(s): 10am

Speaker Stephen Hinton will discuss President Nixon's historic trip to China in 1972 which was the basis for Nixon in China, one of the operas being performed by San Francisco Opera this season]]>

Repotting Orchids When Horticulturally Challenged - Sunday Garden Seminar

06-03-2012 - 06-03-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

This annual favorite is presented by the Peninsula Orchid Society For this free program, open to the public, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Attila by Guiseppe Verdi - Opera Lecture Series

06-05-2012 - 06-05-2012

2

Saratoga Foothill Club

http://www.sjoperaguild.org/calendar.html

Saratoga Foothill Club - 20399 Park Place Saratoga CA 95070

Admission:

408-867-9753

judyvance@earthlink.net

Start Time(s): 10am

Speaker Alexandra Amati-Camperi will discuss the historic figure Attila the Hun and the opera that changed a country, Attila, which is one of the operas being performed by San Francisco Opera this season]]>

Campbell Poetry Circle Workshop

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

3

Santa Clara County Library

http://www.sccl.org/campbell/

Campbell Library - 77 Harrison Avenue Campbell CA 95008

Admission: Free

408-866-1991

Start Time(s): 6:30pm-8:30pm

In the Community Poetry Circle we'll write new poems in a creative and supportive environment This writing group is appropriate for all levels of experience--from beginners to advanced poets--and all ages This poetry writing group is for you if you: * Have always wanted to write poetry, but don't know how to begin * Have a story to tellwe all do * Enjoy language and want to have fun! Reading a variety of renowned poets, participants will explore the writing craft and generate new works By focusing on what's true in our poems, we will push past our perceived limits and achieve new dimensions within our work Poet-teacher Magdalena Montagne has helped hundreds of people find their inner muse, leading poetry writing groups for over a decade, currently with the Santa Cruz Public Library and the Capitola Book Café; as well as with nonprofits such as the Homeless Services Center and Watsonville Community Hospital A graduate of the University of California, Santa Cruz, she has studied with distinguished poets such as Robert Bly, Sharon Olds, and Robert Hass This free workshop is offered on the first Wednesday of the month, every other month We invite you to come to any or all of the workshops]]>

San Jose Taiko Public Workshop

06-10-2012 - 06-10-2012

San Jose Taiko

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Admission: $50/person

408-293-9344

yurika@taiko.org

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Start Time(s): 10am-1pm

You’ve seen San Jose Taiko play--now it’s your turn! Join fellow taiko enthusiasts in learning the basics of San Jose Taiko’s style in a fun and engaging three-hour workshop A brief history of taiko is presented, and participants learn a song based on fundamental stance, rhythms, and technique No taiko experience is necessary, but participants must be at least 15 years old and capable of fairly rigorous physical activity]]>

Friday at the Theatre for Kids

06-15-2012 - 06-15-2012

Portola Valley Theatre Conservatory

http://www.pvtc-ca.org/Fridays_at_the_Theatre.html

Valley Presbyterian Church - 945 Portola Road Portola Valley CA 94028

Admission: $50 1st child in family $25 each additional child in family

events@pvtc-ca.org

Start Time(s): 5pm (Earliest) Drop-Off 10pm (Latest) Pick-Up

Kids, this is your chance to send your parents out for a date night and play! Parents, this is better than a baby sitter! Kids get to play some favorite theatre games with Portola Valley Conservatory Theatre teachers, then get comfy and watch a classic movie musical on the big screen while eating yummy food!]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session I

06-18-2012 - 06-22-2012

5

The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org/YPASCfolder/SummerYouthProgram2012.pdf

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $275 General Registration (Half-day option: $195, 9am-12pm) $225 Early Registration (Half-day option: $155, 9am-12pm) before 4/30/12

408-768-0315

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/225525

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm (half day camp option and extended care available)

Dream Big!: one-week performing arts camp (June 18-22, 2012, Session I) This full-day camp provides your camper with a week of fabulous performing arts fun on the stage in Theatre on San Pedro Square, downtown San Jose Your camper will experience many aspects of stage performance focusing on playwriting, improvisation, music and movement, as well as a Final Showcase performance to include a staged mini-musical Camp is Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm (Extended Care is available at your request to jennifer@tabardtheatreorg) Space is limited Enrollment open to ages 6-14 A Final Showcase will be presented to parents and invited guests on the last day of camp at 2:30pm]]>

Watercolor Masters' with Jane Hoffstetter - 4th Wednesdays

01-25-2012 - 06-27-2012

3

Triton Museum of Art

http://www.tritonmuseum.org

Triton Museum of Art - 1505 Warburton Avenue Santa Clara CA 95050

Admission: $200 Triton Members $220 General

408-247-5288

Start Time(s): 4th Wednesdays: 9:30am-1pm

Using her book, "7 Keys to Great Paintings" as a manual for the class, Jane R Hoffstetter will teach six classes presenting techniques and posing solutions to problems encountered when using watercolor Many examples of famous artists will be looked at in each class with Ms Hoffstetter demonstrating techniques Students will work at home and bring their work for critique Advanced students]]>

Mommy & Me Dance Class - Mondays or Wednesdays

11-14-2011 - 06-27-2012

3

Not Just Ballet

http://www.notjustballet.com

Ariel Dance Studio - 2385 Winchester Boulevard Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $44/month based on 4-week month

408-370-6882

notjustballet@yahoo.com

Start Time(s): Mon or Wed: 9:30am-10:15am 10:15am-11am

Mommy & Me Dance classes are for children ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver Through the structure of the class, children are supported in learning sequencing, turn taking, problem-solving skills, understanding feelings, impulse control, and cooperation Activities are designed to improve strength, balance, coordination, and rhythmic awareness A variety of props are used including musical instruments, scarves, ribbons, parachute, stretchband, balance beam, exercise balls, trampoline, and tunnel]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session II

06-25-2012 - 06-29-2012

6

The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org/YPASCfolder/SummerYouthProgram2012.pdf

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $275 General Registration (Half-day option: $195, 9am-12pm) $225 Early Registration (Half-day option: $155, 9am-12pm) before 4/30/12

408-768-0315

jennifer@tabardtheatre.org

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/225540

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm (half-day option and extended care are available)

Dream Big!: one-week performing arts camp (June 25-29, 2012) This full-day camp provides your camper with a week of fabulous performing arts fun on the stage in Theatre on San Pedro Square, downtown San Jose Your camper will experience many aspects of stage performance focusing on playwriting, improvisation, music and movement, as well as a Final Showcase performance to include a staged mini-musical Camp is Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm (Extended Care is available at your request to jennifer@tabardtheatreorg) Space is limited Enrollment open to ages 6-14 A Final Showcase will be presented to parents and invited guests on the last day of camp at 2:30pm]]>

2012 Shakespeare Camp For Kids

06-18-2012 - 06-29-2012

5

Shady Shakespeare Theatre Company

http://www.shadyshakes.org/education/learnMore.php?class=camp

History Park - 1650 Senter Road San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $32500 Enroll multiple children and save 10% 20% Discount for SSTC Members in Good Standing

408-569-0360

education@shadyshakes.org

https://shady.vbotickets.com/event/summer_shakespeare_camp_for_youth_and_teens_-_june_18_-_june_29/1389

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am - 2pm

Produced by Shady Shakespeare's Bard Academy of the Bay Area, our Summer Shakespeare Camp includes instruction in unarmed stage combat, stage makeup, improvisation, acting, and in-depth study in scene work from Shakespeare's plays No previous experience is required Students will also receive training in various areas behind-the-scenes, getting involved in the design and creation of costumes, props, set pieces, and more! This camp will conclude with a performance of an abridged version of As You Like It for friends and family on the final day of class Not familiar with Shakespeare? Not to worry--students of all experience levels are welcome! Students must be between 8 and 18 years of age Camp runs June 18 - June 29 Scholarships: Partial scholarships are currently available to students with an annual household income of 80% or less of the Median Household Income for Santa Clara County and who demonstrate a desire to participate by submitting a short essay on why they want to attend the camp Please email us at education@shadyshakesorg for more information about scholarships]]>

Pre-Ballet Class - Thursdays

11-10-2011 - 06-29-2012

4

Not Just Ballet

http://www.notjustballet.com

Marie Stinnett Dance Studio - 236 W Campbell Avenue Campbell CA

Admission: $44/month based on 4-week month

408-370-6882

notjustballet@yahoo.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 9:30am-10:30am 10:30am-11:30am 1:00pm-2:00pm

Pre-Ballet classes are offered for children ages 3 to 6 In these classes your child will learn to understand and reproduce rhythms, be introduced to basic ballet technique, explore creativity and imagination, and gain body and spatial awareness]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session III

07-09-2012 - 07-22-2012

5

The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org/YPASCfolder/SummerYouthProgram2012.pdf

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $495 General Registration (Half-Day option: $400 from 9am-12pm) $425 Early Registration (Half-Day option: $375 from 9am-12pm) before 4/30/12

408-768-0315

jennifer@tabardtheatre.org

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/225548

Start Time(s): Camp (7/9-7/20): Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm (half day option and extended care are available) Show (7/20-7/22): Camp produces a show, "Pirates! The Musical"

Center Stage: two-week performing arts camp (July 9-20, 2012) This two-week, full-day, musical theater adventure was created for youth of all skill levels! Space is limited Each day provides opportunities in process-based and student-focused workshops followed by afternoon rehearsals for a staged musical theater production Each session concludes with a weekend of public performances at Theatre on San Pedro Square, downtown San Jose Enrollment open to ages 7-14 Note: Half-day option does not include participation in musical theatre production Session 3 will produce "Pirates, The Musical" the weekend of July 20th We're off to sail the rollicking sea, pirates all are we! "But Arrrr! and Shiver me timbers! There's a stowaway on board! Perhaps the King of the High C's will know what to do" Join the salty crew of colorful scallywags as they hoist the Jolly Roger and set sail for a mighty adventure!]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session IV

07-23-2012 - 08-03-2012

5

The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org/YPASCfolder/SummerYouthProgram2012.pdf

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $495 General Registration (Half-Day option: $400 from 9am-12pm) $425 Early Registration (Half-Day option: $375 from 9am-12pm) before 4/30/12

408-768-0315

jennifer@tabardtheatre.org

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/225558

Start Time(s): Camp (7/23-8/3): Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm (half day option and extended care are available) Show (8/3-8/5) Camp produces a show, "Thwacked!"

Center Stage: two-week performing arts camp (July 23-August 3, 2012) This two-week, full-day, musical theater adventure was created for youth of all skill levels! Space is limited Each day provides opportunities in process-based and student-focused workshops followed by afternoon rehearsals for a staged musical theater production Each session concludes with a weekend of public performances at Theatre on San Pedro Square, downtown San Jose Enrollment open to ages 7-14 Note: Half-day option does not include participation in musical theatre production Session IV will produce "Thwacked" the weekend of August 3rd Thwacked! (A Fractured Tale of Frogs, Folks, and Falling Skies) Talking frogs? A falling sky? A town full of confused folk? What is really happening and who can answer these questions? The librarian? The coach? The Mayor and town council? The sweet and smart-thinking Rachel? With song, dance, and a fast-moving script, "Thwacked" unfolds to reveal these and many other delightful characters as they attempt to unravel the mystery in their fairytale world This musical delights audiences with amusing dialogue, charming songs, and a clever story]]>

Bay Area English Regency Society Dance Parties - 2nd Fridays

02-10-2012 - 11-09-2012

5

Bay Area English Regency Society

http://www.baers.org/index.html

St Mark's Episcopal Church - Palo Alto - 600 Colorado Avenue Palo Alto CA 94306

Admission: $10

Start Time(s): 2nd Fri of Month: 8pm-10:30pm

The Bay Area English Regency Society celebrates the spirit of the early nineteenth century The English Regency, familiar from the works not only of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer but also C S Forester, Patrick O'Brian, and Tim Powers, was a spirited time bubbling over with creative energy in the arts and sciences, and yet a time when wit and grace were highly valued The dances come from English Country tradition, from Regency-era dance manuals such as Thomas Wilson, and from occasional modern Choreography done in the manner of the time They are set to music by classical composers such as Mozart, Schubert, and Beethoven, or to traditional country dance tunes Dances and music are varied for each ball, according to its theme, which may range from the elegant to the rowdy Learn Regency dances in an informal, supportive atmosphere Dances are led by Alan Winston and guest callers Newcomers are always welcome Participants explore all aspects of life among the different social classes in Regency England, and occasionally venture into the American Federalist era Dress is casual, and comfortable low-heeled shoes are recommended Skirts are worn by many women, but pants are definitely acceptable]]>

Zazen Meditation - Sundays

02-05-2012 - 11-25-2012

Rinzai Hakone Zendo

http://www.hakone-zendo.org

Hakone Gardens - 21000 Big Basin Way Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: Try initial zazen sitting for free We ask $45 membership fee once you decide to join We are funded by donations

408-837-2020

info@hakone-zendo.org

Start Time(s): Sun: 8am-9:30am

Are you interested in Zen? Come and experience zazen meditation Rinzai Hakone Zendo offers zazen meditation classes on Sundays at Hakone Gardens in Saratoga, CA New students are welcome Please contact us to reserve your seat]]>

Memorial Church Tour

11-04-2011 - 01-04-2013

5

Cantor Arts Center

http://museum.stanford.edu/visit/public_tours.html

Memorial Church - Stanford University - 450 Serra Mall Stanford CA 94305

Admission: Free

650-723-3469

Start Time(s): Fri: 2pm No tour on the Friday after Thanksgiving No tour on the Friday before Easter

Cantor Arts Center docents provide background on the architecture, carvings, mosaics and stained glass windows of Stanford University's Memorial Church and its restoration after the earthquakes of 1906 and 1989 These free tours do not require a reservation Call ahead for large groups Meet in the Main Quad at the front of Memorial Church There is no tour on Friday after Thanksgiving or on Friday before Easter, due to services]]>

Wednesday Night Hop's Swing Dance Party - Wednesdays

01-25-2012 - 01-01-2037

3

Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View

http://wednesdaynighthop.com/

Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View - 1400 N Shoreline Boulevard #A-1 Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $8  Dance party only $16  One drop-in class session + party $24  Two drop-in class sessions + party

650-864-9150

contact@wednesdaynighthop.com

Start Time(s): 7:15pm  Session 1 Class 8:15pm   Session 2 Class 9:30pm-12am  Swing Dance Party

Every Wednesday night, dancers will be swinging the night away with hoppin' music from wonderful deejays from around the Bay Area Is it your birthday? Are you from out of town? Is it your first time out to Wednesday Night Hop? Be sure to let the studio know so that you can have a jam at about 10:15pm! Not only is the music great, but the people are fun and friendly, too Mixers, Shim Sham, Jitterbug Stroll, Big Apples, and the Madison are all part of a regular night of fun! Dance classes are available before the party, see Official Site for details]]>

Free Dance Lesson at The Fairmont

11-04-2011 - 01-01-2037

5

The Lobby Lounge

http://www.fairmont.com/sanjose/GuestServices/Restaurants/TheLobbyLounge.htm

The Lobby Lounge at The Fairmont San Jose - 170 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: No cover

408-998-1900

Start Time(s): Fri: 8:30pm-9pm

Want to "trip the light fantastic," but want to brush up on your dancing skills so that you don't really trip? Every Friday, a free half-hour of instruction is offered, followed by dancing to a live band Join the fun! Contemporary and classy light fare is served daily from 12pm to 12am, and the menu boasts over five hundred cocktails and martinis]]>

Floor-Barre Dance Class

03-26-2011 - 01-01-2037

6

Dance Spectrum

http://www.thedancespectrum.com/calendar/drop-in-classes/

Dance Spectrum - 1707 S Bascom Ave, Suite D Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $10 drop-in

408-371-9722

Start Time(s): Thurs: 6:30pm-7:30pm Sat: 10:30am-11am

Floor-Barre is a gentle, yet effective, technique for injury prevention and rehabilitation Designed for dance professionals, the Floor-Barre method is used by all the major ballet/dance companies of the world Utilizing the floor without pressure of gravity Floor-Barre strengthens and corrects placement of the pelvis, hips and back This class, taught by Zinnia, is available on a drop-in basis twice a week For attire, please wear comfortable form-fitting clothing and socks (no shoes)]]>

Writer's Forum Open Mic Night - 3rd Wednesdays

09-21-2011 - 01-01-2037

3

San Francisco/Peninsula Writers

http://www.sfpeninsulawriters.com/open_mic.html

Admission: Free Advance sign-up is required for presenters

OpenMic@sfpeninsulawriters.com

Start Time(s): 3rd Weds of Month: 7:30pm

This is a great opportunity for authors to get exposure and to practice public speaking skills It is open to all writers and listeners, including California Writers Club members and non-members Ten writers read for ten minutes each Each reader is given a choice of whether or not they wish to receive feedback The Writer's Forum Open Mic Night meets every third Wednesday of each month and is moderated by Jim Hanna Advance sign-up via email is required]]>

Music and Movement for Babies (Hebrew)

05-07-2010 - 01-01-2037

5

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/index.php?submenu=israe

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $12-$15 per session

650-852-3500

info@paloaltojcc.org

Start Time(s): Fri: 10:30am

Taught by Rachel Tischler, this class for babies and their moms combines Hebrew music and movement]]>

Animal Connections - Wildlife Show

09-03-2011 - 01-01-2037

CuriOdyssey

http://www.curiodyssey.org/activities/shows

CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point - 1651 Coyote Point Drive San Mateo CA 94401

Admission: Museum Admission: $4-$8 Free for teachers and kidsunder 2

650-342-7755

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 1:30pm, 2:30pm

Can't get enough facts on critters furry or feathered? In the Wildlife Theater, you can learn facts about CuriOdyssey's non-releasable animals Show themes will vary, so you can learn something new every time you visit This is a great chance to get a closer look at some animals and to ask professional animal keepers questions Tickets are handed out twenty minutes in advance, and it is a good idea to be lined up thirty minutes before the show, as tickets are limited, and they go fast!]]>

Otter and Bobcat Feedings

08-14-2011 - 01-01-2037

CuriOdyssey

http://www.curiodyssey.org/activities/shows

CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point - 1651 Coyote Point Drive San Mateo CA 94401

Admission: $4-$8 Museum Admission

650-342-7755

Start Time(s): Tues-Sun Otter Feeding: 12pm Bobcat Feeding: 1pm

Otter Feeding: Always a family favorite, watch the frisky River Otter frolic and play during the daily feeding Observe the otter in his habitat from both above-ground and through the underwater observation window Bobcat Feeding: Watch young bobcats chow down on bobcat delicacies and learn about these intriguing animals from the Wildlife Keepers]]>

Hustle Dance Lesson and Dance Party

05-04-2010 - 01-01-2037

2

CPAA Arts Center

http://www.cpaaartscenter.com/

Admission: $10

408-605-3217

Start Time(s): Lesson Tues: 8pm-9pm Dance Party: 9pm-12pm

Beginning, intermediate, and advanced Hustle dance lessons are taught No dance partner is required; drop-ins are welcome]]>

Weekend Dances and Lessons at Boogie Woogie Ballroom

10-21-2011 - 01-01-2037

Boogie Woogie Ballroom

http://www.boogiewoogieballroom.com

Admission: $10-$12

650-627-4854

Cheryl@BoogieWoogieBallroom.com

Start Time(s): Fri-Sat: 8pm-9pm Drop-in Lesson 9pm-12am Social Dance Sun: 5pm-6pm Lessons 6pm-8:30pm Social Dance

Grab your dancing shoes and get ready to twirl away your weekend twilight hours Boogie Woogie Ballroom is a weekly social dance for ballroom dancers at any skill level Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, it hosts a social dance with a different drop-in lesson each week, as well as a light snack buffet Singles and couples are welcome Boogie Woogie Ballroom is now in operation seven days each week Group and private dance instruction are offered in ballroom, Latin, and specialty dances (such as Argentine Tango)]]>

Latin Drills - Dance Class

04-02-2011 - 01-01-2037

6

Dance Spectrum

http://www.thedancespectrum.com/calendar/drop-in-classes/

Dance Spectrum - 1707 S Bascom Ave, Suite D Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $15 drop-in $54/month

408-371-9722

Start Time(s): Sat: 12:45pm

If you want to improve your technique and learn to dance the steps like the professionals, this is the class for you You will learn drills to train your body in the correct technique for Latin dancing All aspects of the movement will be explained and shown This class is also perfect for learning how to practice on your own  ]]>

Ballet Class - Royal Ballet Style

06-23-2010 - 01-01-2037

5

Zohar Dance Company

http://www.zohardancecompany.org

Cubberley Community Center - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $60-$300

650-494-8221

zohardance@gmail.com

Start Time(s): Mon, Wed: 10am-11:45am Fri: 10:15am-12pm

Instructor Marny Trounson teaches in the style based on the Royal Ballet style, which is clean and romantic Marny teaches with recorded music Classes take place in Building L, Room 4 (North Entrance)]]>

Jazz Dance Class - Beginning and Intermediate / Advanced

06-23-2010 - 01-01-2037

6

Zohar Dance Company

http://www.zohardancecompany.org

Cubberley Community Center - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $16 Drop-In Discount for purchase of multiple classes

650-494-8221

zohardance@gmail.com

Start Time(s): Tues: 6pm-7:30pm (Int/Adv) & 7:30pm-9pm (Beg) Thurs: 6pm-7:35pm (Int/Adv) & 7:35pm-9:05pm (Beg) Sat: 9:30am-11am (Beg) & 11:15am-12:45pm (Int/Adv)

Zohar's jazz class style is a lyrical contemporary style that combines classical jazz, ballet, modern (Graham), and Luigi's style Instructors Ehud Krauss and Daynee Lai-Krauss do a warm-up, followed by movement across the floor, and a combination Classes take place in Building L, Room 4 (North Entrance)]]>

Modern Dance Class - Intermediate, Advanced

06-23-2010 - 01-01-2037

6

Zohar Dance Company

http://www.zohardancecompany.org

Cubberley Community Center - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $16 Drop-In Discounts for multiple classes

650-494-8221

zohardance@gmail.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 9am-10:30am Sat: 9:30am-11:15am

Instructor Lisa's class begins with a floor barre that incorporates pilates-based exercises, followed by a thorough barre, movement across the floor, and a combination Classes are accompanied by a pianist and take place in Building L, Room 4 (North Entrance)]]>

Tap Dance Class - All Levels

06-23-2010 - 01-01-2037

3

Zohar Dance Company

http://www.zohardancecompany.org

Cubberley Community Center - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $16 Drop-In Discount for purchase of multiple classes

650-494-8221

zohardance@gmail.com

Start Time(s): Wed: 6pm-7:15pm  

Instructor Lee Ann does a warm-up that covers the fundamentals of tap, followed by movement across the floor, and a combination This is a class open to all levels; everyone gets something from this class regardless if it is your first class or you are a hoofer extraordinaire! Classes take place in Building L, Room 4 (North Entrance)]]>

Ancient Egyptian Jewelry - Workshop, First Sundays

08-01-2010 - 01-01-2037

Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum

http://www.egyptianmuseum.org/node/41

Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum - 1660 Park Avenue San Jose CA 95191

Admission:   Workshop free with admission Museum Admission: $5-$9 Free for kids under 5  

408-947-3665

activities@egyptianmuseum.org

Start Time(s): 1st Sunday of Month:  12:30pm

Jewelry, while stylish, was more than just fashion to the ancient Egyptians In this family workshop, you can learn about the different types of jewelry worn by the ancient Egyptians, how certain stones and styles served specific functions, and take an up close look at some rarely displayed pieces]]>

Egyptian Museum Scavenger Hunt - Fourth Saturdays

07-24-2010 - 01-01-2037

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Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum

http://www.egyptianmuseum.org/node/41

Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum - 1660 Park Avenue San Jose CA 95191

Admission: Workshop free with admission Museum Admission: $5-$9 Free for kids under 5

408-947-3665

activities@egyptianmuseum.org

Start Time(s): 4th Saturday of Month:  12:30pm

This activity is fun for kids and the whole family! Explore ancient Egypt’s fascinating view of the afterlife through the Museum's collection of human and animal mummies, canopic jars, and funerary boats and models Discover colorful and precious jewelry, pre-dynastic pottery, glass and alabaster vessels, bronze tools, and Coptic textiles Answer a few questions in each gallery and receive a prize at the end of the hunt The number of participants is limited; tickets are handed out at the admissions desk on the day of the workshop]]>

The Wonders of Mesopotamia - Workshop, Fourth Sundays

07-25-2010 - 01-01-2037

Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum

http://www.egyptianmuseum.org/node/41

Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum - 1660 Park Avenue San Jose CA 95191

Admission: Workshop free with admission Museum Admission: $5-$9; kids under 5 free

408-947-3665

activities@egyptianmuseum.org

Start Time(s): 4th Sunday of Month:  12:30pm

This workshop explores the empires of the Sumerians, Babylonians, Assyrians, Persians and many more Learn how these empires contributed to modern society through the invention of the calendar, mathematics, the alphabet, and glass blowing techniques  ]]>

Hieroglyphics Workshop

07-08-2010 - 01-01-2037

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Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum

http://www.egyptianmuseum.org/node/41

Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum - 1660 Park Avenue San Jose CA 95191

Admission: Workshop free with admission Museum Admission: $5-$9; kids under 5 free

408-947-3665

activities@egyptianmuseum.org

Start Time(s): Thurs: 4pm Sun: 11am

You can learn about the language and writing system of the ancient Egyptians in this workshop It is offered twice a week, and is free with paid admission to the Rosicrucian Egpytian Museum]]>

Watercolor Class at Hakone Gardens - 2nd, 4th Mondays

07-07-2010 - 01-01-2037

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Hakone Gardens

http://www.hakone.com

Hakone Gardens - 21000 Big Basin Way Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $20 per class

408-867-0508

Start Time(s): 2nd & 4th Mon: 9:30am-12pm

Explore and practice watercolor techniques, materials, and artful handling of various subjects in this ongoing series with instructor Kay Duffy Each session includes a brief lecture, demonstration and critique Emphasis is on individual assistance, improving your painting and design skills and having fun Students chose class subjects and may bring other work for critique Meet in the Crafts area]]>

Tango Fantastico Milonga - 2nd Sundays

08-08-2010 - 01-01-2037

Tango Fantastico

http://www.tangofantastico.com/

San Jose Dance Boulevard - 1824 Hillsdale Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Admission: $10

408-264-9393

Start Time(s): 2nd Sundays: 6pm-7pm Pre-Milonga Class 7pm-10pm Milonga

"Milonga" is the Argentine word for social dance party, where tango music is played and dancers congregate to socialize and dance with one another The San Jose Milonga is held on the second Sunday of each month Before the Milonga, Sue Flanagan of Tango Fantastico, or occasional guest teachers, will lead a group class reviewing steps, combinations, technique and styling Light refreshments and beverages will be served during the Milonga There is plenty of parking available behind the studio]]>

West Coast Swing Party - 2nd Saturdays

08-14-2010 - 01-01-2037

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San Jose Dance Boulevard

http://www.sjdancesport.com/Parties/Parties.html

San Jose Dance Boulevard - 1824 Hillsdale Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Admission: $14  Class and Party $10  Party, only

408-264-9393

Start Time(s): 2nd Saturday of the Month 7pm:  Class 8pm:  Party

This monthly event features West Coast Swing dancing to cool tunes provided by DJ Mike Pyle The first hour is devoted to a dancing lesson, and then the party really gets started!]]>

Beginning Tango Dance Class - Argentine Tango Club

04-04-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Cultural%20Arts&refno=649

Admission: $10 $8 for Oshman members

650-223-8609

Start Time(s): Mon: 7:30pm

Argentine Tango is a social dance that originated in Buenos Aires during the late 19th century and has won hosts of fans all over the world It is sexy, fun and a great form of physical and emotional exercise! This weekly lesson is a friendly environment for singles and couples of all ages]]>

Advanced Tango Workshops - Argentine Tango Club

09-08-2010 - 01-01-2037

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Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Cultural%20Arts&refno=649

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $10 $8 for Oshman members

650-223-8609

Start Time(s): Weds: 8pm

Argentine Tango is a social dance that originated in Buenos Aires during the late 19th century and has won hosts of fans all over the world It is sexy, fun and a great form of physical and emotional exercise! This weekly workshop is a friendly environment for singles and couples of all ages]]>

Beginner Dance Class and Dance Party - Fridays

10-08-2010 - 01-01-2037

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Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View

http://www.cherylburkedance.com/MountainView/Classes/MountainView_Group_Dance_Classes.html

Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View - 1400 N Shoreline Boulevard #A-1 Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $12

650-864-9150

Start Time(s): 7:15pm-9pm  Beginner Class 9pm-1am  Dance Party

Each Friday night, a ballroom dance class is offered for beginners It requires no prior registration, and each class is self-contained After the class, there is social dancing, during which you can practice your new steps Multiple dances are taught during this drop-in class The Official Site's calendar lists which dances are being taught each Friday Partners are not required Instructors encourage the class to rotate partners frequently If you have a partner and you don't want to rotate, that is fine, too]]>

Dance Party - Saturdays

04-09-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Dance Spectrum

http://www.thedancespectrum.com/calendar/

Dance Spectrum - 1707 S Bascom Ave, Suite D Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $12

408-371-9722

Start Time(s): Sat: 8pm-11:55pm

Enjoy great music and a fun time dancing There will be a lesson on various dances at the beginning, followed by open dancing until midnight This is a great way to practice your moves -- or learn new ones!]]>

Animals in Action - Wildlife Demonstrations

08-23-2011 - 01-01-2037

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CuriOdyssey

http://www.curiodyssey.org/activities/shows

CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point - 1651 Coyote Point Drive San Mateo CA 94401

Admission: $4-$8 CuriOdyssey Admission Free for teachers and kids under 2

650-342-7755

Start Time(s): Tues-Sat: 11am

This is an exciting opportunity to witness animals engaging in all kinds of activities Watch the Wildlife Keepers leading animal enrichment activities, taking animals for walks, or even doing training sessions!]]>

Live Action Storytime at the East Palo Alto Library

09-03-2011 - 01-01-2037

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/events

East Palo Alto Library - 2415 University Avenue East Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: Free

650-321-7712

Start Time(s): Sat: 10:30am

In this interactive storytime, kids of all ages read books, sing songs, and play games]]>

Tango Seduccion - Dance Class

04-09-2011 - 01-01-2037

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San Jose Dance Boulevard

http://www.sjdancesport.com/Workshops/Workshops.html

San Jose Dance Boulevard - 1824 Hillsdale Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Admission: $15

408-264-9393

Start Time(s): Sat: 3:30pm-4:30pm

This is a condensed program for beginners You can attend these Saturday workshops and learn why Argentine Tango holds a spell over so many people]]>

Bellydance Basics - Dance Class

04-09-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Halanda Studio

http://www.halanda.com/classes.html

Halanda Studio - 1062 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $12 drop-in Discount available for 3+ pre-paid classes

408-246-1129

Start Time(s): Sat: 9:30am-10:30am

Learn and master basic moves for the beautiful artform of Bellydance Participants will break down three or four new movements each class, forming them into combinations which will build throughout each month-long session Key Near Eastern rhythms -- a new rhythm each month -- provide the basis for the movements and combinations so students will become familiar with the rhythms that underlie Bellydance Each class begins with a thorough warm-up and workout to prepare the body for dance, as well as drills to improve isolations This class is ideal for beginners to Bellydance, as well as intermediate students who want to improve dance technique No prior dance experience is needed    ]]>

Egyptian Bellydance Class

11-15-2010 - 01-01-2037

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Halanda Studio

http://www.halanda.com/classes.html

Halanda Studio - 1062 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $16 drop-in Discount available for multiple classes

408-246-1129

Start Time(s): Mon: 7pm-8pm

Instructor Hala's approach to dance teaching, which has been highly praised by her students, offers the unique opportunity for people of all ages, genders, and skill levels to learn together in the same class A dance routine blending the basics with more layered moves offers each student a chance to hone skills they already have, perfect the right posture and attitude, and learn new moves as well as new ways of combining moves Hala explains the meanings of songs and stresses the emotional and spiritual aspects of using the body as a musical instrument to complement the music Since dance is an expressive art, Hala encourages students to develop their own unique style and dance personality Her teaching method is based on Eastern traditions, blending in her martial arts training to foster a healthy posture, technique, and form Hala stresses valuable health tips that are crucial to using this dance as a healthy physical exercise without any long-term strain on the body]]>

Sunday Night Dance Party with Bud Ayers

01-08-2012 - 01-01-2037

San Jose Dance Boulevard

http://www.sjdancesport.com/Parties/Parties.html

San Jose Dance Boulevard - 1824 Hillsdale Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Admission: $10  Class and party

408-264-9393

info@sjdsc.com

Start Time(s): Sun: 7pm  Intermediate Class 8pm  Party

If you have some experience with ballroom dance and would like to learn more and improve your skills in a supportive environment, this is the dance party for you  Bud Ayers hosts a weekly intermediate class followed by a dance party every Sunday night  Dance styles for the class rotate each week and include both Latin and Ballroom dances  A schedule of which dance will be taught on which date is available on the Official Site, while the party will feature a variety of styles every night]]>

Hand-Building Ceramics Class

12-08-2010 - 01-01-2037

The Clayground

http://www.chineseclayart.com/mall/c110/s25729/clayground.asp

The Clayground Ceramic Art Studio and School - 1155 S De Anza Boulevard San Jose CA 95129

Admission: $19-$305 Children (ages 5-12) $21-$360 Adults

408-343-3919

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm Sat: 10am-5pm (please call for class schedule)

Learn hand-building techniques such as pinch, coil and slab construction, pressing molds, wheel thrown, decorating, and glazing techniques Also taught in classes are functional vessel forms and non-functional sculpture based on the student's individual motivations]]>

Friday Night Dance - Social Ballroom Dancing

12-10-2010 - 01-01-2037

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Ballroom Dancing at the Cubberley Pavilion

http://www.readybyte.com/fridaynightdance/

Cubberley Community Center - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $4-$8

Start Time(s): Fridays 8pm-9pm  Beginning and Intermediate Lessons 9pm-12am  Social Dancing

This weekly event features beginning and intermediate lessons in ballroom dancing followed by social dancing Singles and couples are welcome, and no partner is necessary It takes place on a gigantic (12,000 square foot) dance floor with great music, top-notch instructors, and friendly people Attire is dressy-casual, and you'll be more comfortable dancing in leather or suede-soled shoes, as opposed to rubber-soled shoes which may stick to the dance floor This event takes place in the Cubberley Pavilion of the Cubberley Community Center]]>

Saturdays at the Cubberley Pavilion - Social Ballroom Dancing

04-09-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Ballroom Dancing at the Cubberley Pavilion

http://www.cubberleyballroom.com/calendar/#pavilion

Cubberley Community Center - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $9 $6 after 9:15pm

Start Time(s): Saturdays 8pm-9pm  Beginning and Intermediate Lessons 9pm-11:45pm  Social Dancing

This weekly event features beginning and intermediate lessons in ballroom dancing followed by social dancing Singles and couples are welcome, and no partner is necessary It takes place on a gigantic (12,000 square foot) dance floor with great music, top-notch instructors, and friendly people Attire is dressy-casual, and you'll be more comfortable dancing in leather or suede-soled shoes, as opposed to rubber-soled shoes which may stick to the dance floor This event takes place in the Cubberley Pavilion of the Cubberley Community Center]]>

Zambra Dance Classes with Adela

01-06-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Flamenco Society of San Jose

http://www.theflamencosociety.org/

Roundhill Studios - 3428 El Camino Real Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: $18 drop-in $115 for 8 weeks

510-792-8355

Start Time(s): Thurs: 6pm-7pm

Zambra is based on the original version that an older dancer, Zoraida, taught Adela near Tarifa, Spain It's an ancient, forgotten form of flamenco with strong Moorish roots It's easy, and fun to learn!]]>

Writers on Writing - 3rd Tuesdays

01-18-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Barnes & Noble

http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2247?cat=AAA&subtype=detailList

Barnes & Noble Booksellers - Eastridge - 2200 Eastridge Loop, Space 1420 San Jose CA 95122

Admission: Free

408-270-9470

Start Time(s): 3rd Tues of Month: 7pm* *Meetings may be rescheduled; double-checking official site is advised

Attention all writers and those looking to flex their creative and literary muscles everyone is welcome to attend this monthly writers' workshop where participants write, share, critique, and more]]>

Wednesdays at Lucie Stern - Social Ballroom Dancing

01-19-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Ballroom Dancing at the Cubberley Pavilion

http://www.cubberleyballroom.com/calendar/#wednesdays

Lucie Stern Community Theatre and Center - 1305 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $10 $5 after 8:30pm

Start Time(s): Wednesdays 6:45pm  Beginning Lesson 7:45pm  Intermediate Lesson Dance Party continues until 9:45pm

Beginning and intermediate ballroom dancing lessons are followed by social dancing at this Wednesday night event Singles and couples are welcome, and no partner is necessary Attire is dressy-casual, and you'll be more comfortable dancing in leather or suede-soled shoes, as opposed to rubber-soled shoes which may stick to the dance floor Though the organization name mentions Cubberly Pavilion, this event takes place in the Lucie Stern Ballroom of the Lucie Stern Community Center]]>

Dances of Persia and the Silk Road with Farima

01-27-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Halanda Studio

http://www.Halanda.com

Halanda Studio - 1062 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $14

408-246-1129

info@halanda.com

http://www.Halanda.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8:30pm-9:30PM

Experience one of the world's most enchanting dance forms! Inspired by Persian poetry and miniature artwork, Silk Road dance combines swirling arabesques, sweeping gestures, shoulder isolations, footwork patterns and dazzling spins The class also features contemporary and folkloric Persian dances, spiritual dances, as well as dances from Tajikistan, Azerbaijan, Afghanistan and Armenia As the class progresses, appropriate props are introduced and students learn a structured choreography]]>

Aztec Dance Class

11-05-2011 - 01-01-2037

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San Jose Public Library System

http://www.sjpl.org/event/aztec-dance-class

Joyce Ellington Branch Library - 491 E Empire Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

408-808-3043

je.sjpl@sjlibrary.org

Start Time(s): Sat: 12pm-2pm

Learn the art and culture of Aztec dancing All levels and ages are welcome]]>

Dance Lessons at The Saddle Rack

03-01-2011 - 01-01-2037

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The Saddle Rack

http://www.thesaddlerack.com/calendar

The Saddle Rack - 42011 Boscell Road Fremont CA 94538

Admission: $5 Weds, Thurs $10 Fri Ages 21+

510-979-0477

Start Time(s): Weds-Fri: 7:30pm-9pm

On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights, the main dance floor of The Saddle Rack fills with a happy crowd of almost any age (over 21), stepping and twirling and sashaying to the voice of a patient dance instructor teaching line and couples dance to the beat of good country music There is no extra charge for lessons beyond the cover charge for the night Following the dance lessons are performances by live bands, providing more opportunity for dancing]]>

Zumba Dance Class with Sheila

04-18-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Dance Effects

http://www.danceeffects.com/

Admission: $12 per session $100 per 10 classes 1st session free

408-374-6123

Sheila@zumba-sheila.com

http://www.zumba-sheila.com/

Start Time(s): Mon: 9am & 6pm Tues: 9:30am Wed: 9am & 10:15am (beginner class) Sat: 8:30am Sun: 7am

Zumba is a fusion of hypnotic rhythms and tantalizing moves inspired by Latin and world dances to create a dynamic workout that is fun and easy to do Zumba students burn between 500-1000 calories per hour moving to fun rhythms such as cha cha, salsa, belly dance, samba, merengue, flamenco and more! And there's nothing to memorize!]]>

Intermediate Latin - Dance Class

06-21-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Dance Spectrum

http://www.thedancespectrum.com/calendar/drop-in-classes/

Dance Spectrum - 1707 S Bascom Ave, Suite D Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $18 drop-in $54-$68 per month

408-371-9722

Start Time(s): Tues: 6:15pm

Improve your Latin dancing with tips on technique, balance, spins, footwork and more Be prepared for a workout led by Natalia No experience is required  ]]>

Creative Movement and Storytelling - Classes (Ages 4-6)

08-29-2011 - 01-01-2037

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The Lively Foundation

http://www.livelyfoundation.org

Admission: $60 for 4 classes* *Students may join this class at any time

650-969-4110

livelyfoundation@sbcglobal.net

http://www.livelyfoundation.org

Start Time(s): Mon: 5pm  

This class is great for soccer stars and princesses, too Children develop coordination, strength, rhythm and express themselves both verbally and physically Movement, music, and make-believe make a magical experience Everyone dances and has a great time]]>

Horseback Riding Lessons

08-30-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Glenoaks Equestrian Center

http://www.glenoaks-equestrian.com/ridingschool.htm

Admission: $65 Group Lessons (per student, hour) $100 Private Lessons (per student, hour)

650-854-4955

Start Time(s): Tues-Sun: Call for Times

Glenoaks Stables offers quality instruction to both youths and adults Its program teaches students to understand a horse’s natural movement and how we can influence this movement as riders A solid foundation starts with focusing on gaining control and understanding of one’s own body movements and biomechanics so that the rider can effectively influence the horse’s natural movement Group and Private lessons are available, as are Mommy/Daddy and Me Riding Lessons for parents and kids (ages 3-5) During these lessons, children and their parents bond over grooming and handling ponies The child progresses at their own pace and will begin riding when the comfort level of both the parent and child allow]]>

Friday Night Dance Party - Imperial Dance Club

10-21-2011 - 01-01-2037

Imperial Dance Club

http://www.imperialdance.com/class-schedule/

Imperial Dance Club - 822 Cassia Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $6 Free if attending optional class ($15)

(650) 366-0504

Start Time(s): Fridays 9pm-11pm Dance Party 7pm-9pm Optional Classes

The Imperial Dance Club is known in the Bay Area for its top-quality instruction in international-style ballroom dancing as well as for its fantastic dance floor For this weekly event, you can bring a partner or come alone Optional classes precede the Dance Party itself]]>

Woodshed Dance - 2nd Tuesdays

01-10-2012 - 01-01-2037

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/woodshed/atherton/

Holbrook Palmer Park - 150 Watkins Avenue Atherton CA 94027

Admission: Free for dancers and musicians Callers pay a share of the $25 rent

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 2nd Tues of month: 8pm-10pm

The woodshed series is an opportunity for callers (or would-be callers) and musicians (or would-be musicians) to try out new (or new-to-them) material Callers present dances--typically English or contra--and ask the dancers for feedback on particular or general points When it is not their turn to call, they also dance In addition to some experienced dance musicians, the band is open--best for players who can sight-read or learn by ear quickly and play up to dance tempo Dancers and musicians get in free, while the callers for that evening divide the $25 rental expense for the Carriage House There's a high proportion of discussion, trying things different ways, and so forth Therefore, if you just want to dance, you may find the woodshed series frustrating  At its core, this is a working session, and dance geeks enjoy it very much]]>

Dance Classes at Boogie Woogie Ballroom

11-14-2011 - 01-01-2037

Boogie Woogie Ballroom

http://www.boogiewoogieballroom.com

Admission: See Official Site

650-627-4854

Cheryl@BoogieWoogieBallroom.com

Start Time(s): See Official Site

Boogie Woogie Ballroom is in operation seven days each week Group and private dance instruction is offered in ballroom, swing, Latin, specialty dances (such as Argentine Tango) and much more Please see the official site for days, times and class descriptions]]>