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South Bay Teen Idol Semi-Finals

02-09-2012 - 02-09-2012

4

Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley

http://www.SiliconValleyJCC.org/idol

Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center of Silicon Valley - 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: Free Seating is first come, first served

408-357-7402

Start Time(s): 7pm

The public is invited to watch the South Bay Teen Idol semi-finalists compete in this singing competition for 8th-12th graders Winners tonight will advance to the finals in March Admission to watch the semi-finals is free Seating is on a first come, first served based]]>

Old Traditions, New Approaches, New Sounds - Stanford Pan-Asian Music Festival

02-10-2012 - 02-10-2012

5

Stanford University Department of Music

http://panasianmusicfestival.stanford.edu/

Dinkelspiel Auditorium - Stanford University - 471 Lagunita Drive Stanford CA 94305

Admission: General $10 Student $5 Free for Stanford students with ID Senior $9

650-725-2787

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

Start Time(s): 8pm 7pm  Pre-Concert Talk

This eye-opening, tradition-challenging concert by the Stanford New Ensemble and guests will demonstrate innovative new approaches to the performance of Asian musical instruments, featuring Kojiro Umezaki on Japanese shakuhachi, Faraz Minooei on Persian santur, Yunxiang Gao on Chinese pipa, and Jin Hi Kim on Korean digital komungo with video A pre-concert discussion with the guest artists will take place at 7:00 pm]]>

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]]>

Magic Show

02-11-2012 - 02-11-2012

6

Linden Tree Books

http://www.lindentreebooks.com

Linden Tree Books - 265 State Street Los Altos CA 94002

Admission: Free

650-949-3390

Start Time(s): 12pm-1pm

Linden Tree is pleased to present Steve Koehler, aka "Mr Horsefeathers", who will be presenting his special blend of magic, juggling, and comedy for kids of all ages at Linden Tree (265 State Street) on Saturday, February 11th at noon! To support the show, everything at the store will be 20% off from noon to 1:00 pm!* For more on the upcoming fun, please see the online videos and reviews of Mr Horsefeather's shows on the Official Site You may have seen before at the Los Altos Art and Wine Festival and many local libraries *Promotion excludes gift certificates and items already on sale]]>

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]]>

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]]>

Jim Summers

02-22-2012 - 02-22-2012

3

HaHa Hofmann Productions

http://www.gilroycomedy.com

9Lives - 7430 Monterey Street Gilroy CA 95020

Admission: $12

408-429-5459

wes@wesjoke.com

http://www.ninelivesclub.com

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Jim Summers spent fifteen years as a prison guard in some of California's most violent prisons but that hasn't stopped him from finding humor in it Jim, who met his wife while they were working together as guards, says that prison prepared him for married life by getting him used to not knowing what to expect from day to day Jim's show has been described as a cross between Oz and Married with Children If you want to go on a ride through the professional and private life of a prison guard this show is a must see Show also features Jill Bourque and Jay Stowe Hosted by Wes Hofmann]]>

Well-RED Reading Series

02-22-2012 - 02-22-2012

3

Poetry Center San Jose

http://www.workssanjose.org

Works/San Jose - 365 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: Free

408-300-6405

gallery@workssanjose.org

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

The Well-RED Reading Series presents Chicago writer and performer Karin McKie, reading from her upcoming memoir More Myself McKie produces darkly comic nonfiction essays, journalism (most recently in Washington Square Magazine), as well as theatrical monologues as radio commentaries, in addition to Shakespeare scholarship]]>

Joel Bakan - Harker Speaker Series

02-22-2012 - 02-22-2012

3

The Harker School

http://www.harker.org/speakerseries

Admission: Free

408-345-9243

communications@harker.org

http://www.harker.org/speakerseries

Start Time(s): 7pm

Joel Bakan's latest book, "Childhood Under Siege: How Big Business Targets Children," outlines how corporations spend billions and use ethically dubious tactics to market everything from toys to pharmaceuticals to children, and how the powers of parenting and governments have been subverted by the expansive "kid marketing" industry, which in the last 50 years has become an essential part of the consumer economy]]>

Northern California Community College Honor Band

02-23-2012 - 02-23-2012

4

De Anza College Symphonic Winds

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

Admission: Free

408-864-8832

Start Time(s): 7:30pm  

Performances by the NCCC Honor Band, featuring musicians from 12 community colleges from N Calif, and De Anza College Symphonic Winds, featuring guest soloist Michael Corner, performing Artie Shaw's Clarinet Concerto]]>

Jim Summers

02-23-2012 - 02-23-2012

4

HaHa Hofmann Productions

http://www.morganhillcomedy.com

Morgan Hill Community Playhouse - 17090 Monterey Street Morgan Hill CA 95037

Admission: $12

408-429-5459

wes@wesjoke.com

http://www.morganhillcomedy.com

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Jim Summers spent fifteen years as a prison guard in some of California's most violent prisons but that hasn't stopped him from finding humor in it Jim, who met his wife while they were working together as guards, says that prison prepared him for married life by getting him used to not knowing what to expect from day to day Jim's show has been described as a cross between Oz and Married with Children If you want to go on a ride through the professional and private life of a prison guard this show is a must see Show also features Jill Bourque and Jay Stowe Hosted by Wes Hofmann]]>

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]]>

Fly Fishing Film Tour

02-28-2012 - 02-28-2012

2

Fox Theatre

http://flyfilmtour.com/

Fox Theatre - 2215 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $17

650-369-7770

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Start Time(s): 7pm-9:30pm 6:30pm  Doors

Fly fishing's most celebrated annual event--the Fly Fishing Film Tour, the original and largest event of its kind--begins its continent-wide trek this winter The traveling spectacle serves as a stage for the best filmmakers in the industry, an avenue for supporting critical conservation groups, an expo for local retailers and outfitters, and one heck of a party for aspiring outdoor enthusiasts and avid anglers alike With never-seen footage from across the globe, a party atmosphere, audience giveaways and valuable coupons, the annual high-energy spectacle is the sport's most anticipated live-event This year's tour will make stops in over 125 cities across the US and Canada Along the way local businesses, conservation groups, filmmakers and fans all stand to benefit from each screening This year's spectacle promises a greater sense of adventure and diversity of content than any prior tour or other touring show "We've got incredible footage from our favorite backyard locales like Montana, Florida, Idaho, and the Gulf, and we've got some amazing segments from destinations like the Bahamas, Belize, Alaska, New Zealand, and Canada," says Fly Fishing Film Tour's Filmmaker and Road Manager Thad Robison "But on top of that is the unique stories that are told along the way We've got a punk rock band fishing in Wisconsin, a surgeon with Parkinson's getting after it at Hemingway's favorite old spots, a touching father-son story from Scotland, even this amazingly shot piece about nothing but insects We believe adventure is what you make it, and regardless of where you are, it's all about doing what you love" For a tour schedule, film trailers, tickets, photos, info on hosting your own show, and much more visit the Official Site]]>

Holocaust Exhibit

02-21-2012 - 03-02-2012

6

Foothill College

http://www.couragetoremember.com

Foothill College - 12345 El Monte Road Los Altos Hills CA 94022

Admission: Admission is free Parking is $3

650-949-7777

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 7:30am-8:30pm Sat: 9am-5pm

The Krause Center for Innovation at Foothill College in Los Altos Hills will host the internationally acclaimed "The Courage to Remember," a traveling exhibit produced by the Museum of Tolerance from the Simon Wiesenthal Center Feb 21-March 2 Admission to the exhibit is free; parking is $3 The exhibit features 200 exclusive photographs that offer unique insight into the Holocaust and is divided into four distinct themes: Nazi Germany, 1933-1938; Moving Toward the "Final Solution," 1939-1941; Annihilation in Nazi-occupied Europe, 1941-1945; and Liberation, Building New Lives Exhibit hours are Mondays through Fridays from 7:30 am to 8:30 pm; and Saturdays from 9 am to 5 pm Parking Lots 3 and 5 provide access to the KCI Parking for persons with disabilities is available in Lot 4 Foothill College is located off I-280 on El Monte Road in Los Altos Hills Visitors must purchase the required parking permit for $3 Purchase permit from dispensers in any student lot Dispensers accept one-dollar bills and quarters For more information, access wwwfoothilledu For more information on the "The Courage to Remember" exhibit, access Official Site]]>

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]]>

Harambee Fashion Show and Scholarship Luncheon

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

San Jose Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc

http://2012harambee.eventbrite.com

Admission: $65

sjadeltas@gmail.com

http://2012harambee.eventbrite.com

Start Time(s): 11am-3pm  

The 2012 Black History Month celebrations continue into early March with the Harambee Fashion Show & Luncheon This event features a fashion show, live jazz and a presentation of a local high school student scholarship winners Harambee (mean, “a call to unity and collective work”) is the annual signature scholarship event for the San Jose Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc Over the years, the chapter has raised well over $150,000 in college scholarship monies for local high school students To purchase tickets online, please go to: 2012harambeeeventbritecom For more information, including corporate sponsorship levels, vendor registration and program ad booklet sales, please contact sjadeltas@gmailcom]]>

Portrait of a Zombie - Cinequest World Premiere

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

Cinequest Film Festival

http://www.cinequest.org

Camera 12 - 201 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: Dress up as a Zombie, get in for cheap! For more on pricing, see Official Site

408-295-FEST

Start Time(s): 12am

Cinequest World Premiere of "Portrait of a Zombie" at Midnight Saturday, March 3rd at Camera 12 Cinema! Dress up as a Zombie, get in for cheap! Feed on flesh at Cinequest! Visit wwwcinequestorg for a full line-up Save the date! Like the Facebook page! http://wwwfacebookcom/pages/2nd-Annual-Downtown-San-Jose-Zombie-Crawl/146121922952?sk=info Portrait of a Zombie Family is family, flesh-eating or not When a narcissistic filmmaker discovers the Murphys, an Irish family with an undead son, he jumps at the opportunity to document their story With an amateur crew, he travels to Dublin where the word "zombie" is all too common While filming, the community scorns the decision to allow their son to live, yet the Murphy's strong morals won't permit giving up on their once golden child With the zombie epidemic growing and as riots against the family climax, the echo of lulling moans and the odor of rotting flesh are alive in the city of Dublin How long can you stick to your morals when everyone questions them?]]>

2012 Marian Filice Youth Piano Competition and Music Festival

03-03-2012 - 03-03-2012

6

Gavilan College Theater Arts

http://www.gavilan.edu/pio/MusicDepartment.html

Gavilan College Theatre - 5055 Santa Teresa Boulevard Gilroy CA 95020

Admission: Free

408-846-4973

Start Time(s): Competition: 10am-1pm Festival/Concert: 3pm Award Ceremony: 5pm

The 7th Annual Marian Filice Youth Piano Competition is an opportunity for local young pianists to perform and compete for scholarships and the opportunity to participate in the annual Bach to Blues concert At the conclusion of the auditions, finalists will be named to perform in the evening competition Contestants are expected to have prepared two contrasting pieces from the classical repertoire performed by memory (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Contemporary) The winner of the Senior Division competition will be invited to play at the Gavilan Bach To Blues Concert on March 17]]>

8 The Play

03-05-2012 - 03-05-2012

1

Stanford University Drama Department

http://www.8theplay.com/readings/stanford-university/

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

Admission: Free - Reserve tickets at Official Site

650-736-2629

Start Time(s): Mon: 7pm

The Stanford University Drama Department, LGBT Center, and Law School present a staged reading of Dustin Lance Black’s 8, a documentary play taken from the testimony of the Federal Prop 8 trial, Perry v Brown The performance is part of a nation-wide series of readings of the text The US Supreme Court banned pubic broadcast of the trial, and the play brings to the public the impassioned arguments made on both sides of this landmark case Please stay for a post-show roundtable as artists, lawyers, and scholars discuss the issues raised in the performance]]>

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 Peatot Purim Party 2012

03-08-2012 - 03-08-2012

4

Fox Theatre

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Club Fox - 2209 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $25 $20 in advance

650-369-7770

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Start Time(s): 9pm 8:30pm  Doors

Join The Peatot for our annual Purim costume party and live Israeli music show The Peatot pay tribute to 40 years of Israeli Rock, Pop, Disco, and Oriental music Returning to Club Fox, The Peatot Purim Party--now a staple of the Israeli-Silicon Valley community--is the place for the best dancing, singing, drinking, and Purim fun Don't forget to wear your costume for a chance to win fabulous prizes in our Costume Competition This year The Peatot will be featuring many new songs as well as old favorites all aimed at getting you to sing and dance along Come and enjoy live covers of the greatest hits from such artist as T-slam,Tsvika Pik, Shalom Hanoch, Sanderson, Argov, Benzin, Mashina, and many others This is the Purim Party you won't want to miss]]>

San Jose Super Toy, Comic Book and Collectible Show

03-10-2012 - 03-10-2012

6

Time Tunnel Toys

http://www.timetunnelnews.blogspot.com/

Santa Clara County Fairgrounds - 344 Tully Road San Jose CA 95111

Admission: Gen admission $500, kids under 12: $250, early shoppers 9am-10:59am: $1500

408-298-1709

Start Time(s): 11:00am-4:30pm Early shoppers 9:00am-10:59am

Featuring more than 200 vendors selling new and vintage items, huge variety of Hot Wheels, GI Joes, LEGOS, Godzilla, dolls, Transformers, Star Wars, Disney, model kits, Star Trek, robots, trading cards, records, posters, Ninja Turtles and original art Special guest actors- Billy Dee Williams acted in Star Wars films as Lando Calrissian, Brain's Song and Batman Yvonne Craig from Batman and Star Trek Check our website for more actors & artists]]>

Zumba Party for Japan

03-17-2012 - 03-17-2012

6

Japantown Business Association

https://www.facebook.com/events/240129949395344/

Admission: $20 pre-sale cash $30 limited pre-sale Premium ticket $25 regular ticket at the door Online fees apply

408-298-4303

norikotakeda1234@hotmail.com

https://japantown.vbotickets.com/event/zumba_party_for_japan/1646

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm 6:30pm  Doors  

Special guest instructor, Nathan Blake from New York City and local Zumba and VivAsia instructors join together to raise funds for ongoing Japan relief effort, with a high energy, dance fitness (Latin, jazz, hip hop, VivAsia) event One year after the Tohoku Earthquake/Tsunami, Japan continues to work at clean-up and establishment of cities and communities affected by the quake and tsunami Proceeds will be sent directly to ongoing efforts in affected areas Sponsors: San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin, Japantown Business Association, Kree-Aytcreate,Noriko Takeda-Rovner]]>

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!]]>

Allah Made Me Funny - Film Screening, Silicon Valley Reads

03-18-2012 - 03-18-2012

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): 2pm

The 82-minute film, "Allah Made Me Funny - Live in Concert," follows three acclaimed comedians on stage and off as they lift the veil on what it really is like to be Muslim in America This program, part of Silicon Valley Reads 2012--Muslim and American: Two Perspectives, is co-sponsored by the Santa Clara City Library Foundation & Friends Call (408) 615-2900 to reserve as space at this free film showing in the Central Park Library Redwood Room]]>

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]]>

Quartet San Francisco - Free Family Concert

03-31-2012 - 03-31-2012

6

Music at Kohl Mansion

http://www.musicatkohl.org

San Mateo Main Library - 55 W 3rd Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

650-762-1130

info@musicatkohl.org

Start Time(s): 3pm

Free Family Concert by Quartet San Francisco Grammy nominated Quartet San Francisco performs a lively and engaging concert for all ages at the San Mateo Public Library The quartet performs multiple styles - from jazz to tango, pop to funk, blues to bluegrass, gypsy swing to big band and beyond - and is sure to entertain any audience Presented in association with the San Mateo Public Library]]>

Bay Area Teen Idol

03-31-2012 - 03-31-2012

6

Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley

http://www.siliconvalleyjcc.org/idol/

Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center of Silicon Valley - 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: Tickets for the Final Performances are $2500

408-357-7402

Start Time(s): See Official Site

Bay Area Teen Idol Competition Announcing the First Annual South Bay Teen Idol Competition & Benefit South Bay Teen Idol is a three-part amateur vocal competition awarding a $2,500 Scholarship to the best teen vocalist in Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties Vocalists from all backgrounds will compete for the top 3 scholarships March 31st, 2012 Addison-Penzak JCC, Los Gatos CA For more information please contact Diana Schnabel at diana@svjccorg or 4083577402]]>

Playford Ball - Period Dancing

03-31-2012 - 03-31-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

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

San Jose Women's Club and Landmark Ballroom - 75 S 11th Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Pre-registration required: $45  General $39  General before 2/29 $10  Gallery seating (non-dancing)

510-487-8141

marionsmail2@earthlink.net

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

Start Time(s): 7:15pm-11pm 6:45pm  Doors

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 As a result, Ball attendees are treated to marvelous decorations, excellent food, and exquisite music 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 Formal or festive attire is encouraged among ball attendees, with many attendees choosing to wear period costume--although hoops and panniers are discouraged due to space considerations--or outfits relating to the year's theme Attendance has been between 100-150 for the past several years; sizable contingents from southern California and the Pacific northwest, as well as attendees from New York, Boston, and Alaska, have been in regular attendance]]>

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]]>

Brian Copeland at Circle of Support Breakfast

04-26-2012 - 04-26-2012

4

Family & Children Services

http://www.fcservices.org/news/events_circle-of-support-12.html

Admission: $75 per person $750 for a table of 10

650-543-5412

info@fcservices.org

http://www.fcservices.org/news/events_circle-of-support-12.html

Start Time(s): 8am-10:30am

Brian Copeland, playwright, comedian, ABC7/KGO host, and author of "Not a Genuine Black Man," will be the featured speaker at the 9th annual Circle of Support Breakfast benefiting Family & Children Services Valle Monte League will be honored]]>

34th Annual Family Spring Parade

04-28-2012 - 04-28-2012

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City of Mountain View

http://mountainview.gov/city_hall/comm_services/recreation_programs_and_services/community_events/downtown_spring_parade.asp

Admission: Free

650-903-6331

Start Time(s): 12pm-3pm

The Recreation Division invites you to join the 34th Annual Spring Family Parade, "Rock-It to the Future!" Be part of a community-wide event that will focus on innovations for the future, sustainability, robotics and music All community groups are encouraged to participate in this fun spring event! Grab your friends, neighbors and colleagues, decorate your vehicle or float and join us! New float contest! Floats will be judged during the parade and winners will be announced in Pioneer Park after the parade The Parade will begin on Castro Street at Villa Street at noon on Saturday, April 28, 2012 and continue into Pioneer Park for crafts, games, music and fun! If you or your group would like to participate in the parade, visit our website or call the Recreation Division, 650-903-6331 Applications due Friday, April 6, 2012]]>

A Conversation with Sumbul Ali-Karamali and Willow Wilson - Silicon Valley Reads

04-29-2012 - 04-29-2012

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): 2pm

The closing event for Silicon Valley Reads 2012: "Muslim and American: Two Perspectives," features Sumbul and Willow continuing their conversation about their respective books: "The Muslim Next Door" and "The Butterfly Mosque," with San Jose Mercury News columnist Sal Pizarro They will discuss their experiences as American Muslim women and compare notes on Silicon Valley Reads Call 408-615-2900 to reserve a space at this free program, co-sponsored by the Santa Clara City Library Foundation & Friends]]>

O' Great Reverie Montalvo 1912-2012 - Exhibition

01-27-2012 - 05-13-2012

Montalvo Arts Center

http://www.montalvoarts.org

Montalvo Arts Center - 15400 Montalvo Road Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: Free

408-961-5858

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sun: 11am-3pm

To inaugurate the centennial year of the building of its historic villa, the Montalvo Arts Center presents an unconventional timeline exhibition entitled O' Great Reverie: Montalvo 1912-2012 The exhibition, which is organized by Associate Curator Donna Conwell and Montalvo Design Fellows Women--the creative partnership of Los Angeles-based designers Scott Barry and Neil Doshi--will open on Friday, January 27 and run through Sunday, May 13 For O' Great Reverie, Conwell, Barry, and Doshi have taken what they collectively describe as an "idiosyncratic approach": they have opted against a standard linear chronology, and forgone efforts to generate an exhaustive account of Montalvo's history Instead, they have focused on incorporating the diverse voices of those who have experienced and worked at Montalvo over the years, and hope to demonstrate that creating the history of a place is always based on personal selections and interpretations, filtered through the prism of the present moment To this end, they have organized the exhibition materials--including historical documents, letters, ephemera, photographs, audio and visual footage, and rare books all drawn from the holdings of the Montalvo Archive and Library and the Bancroft Library at the University of California, Berkeley--around four core themes, emphasizing Montalvo's multiple overlapping histories, focusing on personal narratives, and demonstrating the associative relationships among the past, present, and future: Landscape, exploring the way in which Montalvo's buildings and grounds have transformed over time; Publics, examining how different groups of people who have visited Montalvo over the years have interacted with it in their own unique ways; Communities, discussing the various circles of volunteers, artists-in-residence, and staff members who have actively shaped Montalvo's evolution; and Preservation, asking important philosophical questions about the limits and legitimacy of historical restoration Barry and Doshi have conceived of and constructed every aspect of the exhibtion, including a modular display furniture system, audio-video viewing kiosks and reading stations, and didactic texts in the form of take-away broadsides The designers have also crafted a series of subtle sculptural interventions in the gallery space and several creative works that respond to Montalvo and its histories Included among these will be a a large scale photograph of one of the classical sculptures on the Montalvo grounds and a 100-page guestbook, in which visitors are invited to participate in the telling of Montalvo's histories by recording their recollections and experiences Women are the inaugural recipients of the Design Fellowship awarded by the prestigious Sally and Don Lucas Artists Residency Program at the Montalvo Arts Center With this fellowship, Montalvo further strengthens its commitment to supporting creativity across a broad range of disciplines by fostering and advancing innovative design practice]]>

Campbell Poetry Circle Workshop

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

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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]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session I

06-18-2012 - 06-22-2012

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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]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session II

06-25-2012 - 06-29-2012

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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]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session III

07-09-2012 - 07-22-2012

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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

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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]]>

ComedySportz - Improv Comedy

05-14-2010 - 01-01-2037

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ComedySportz

http://www.comedysportzsanjose.com

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $12-$15

408-985-LAFF (5233)

408-985-5233

http://comedysportzsanjose.com/showtimes.html

Start Time(s): Fri: 9pm Sat: 7pm & 9pm

If you like Whose Line Is It Anyway?, then you'll love ComedySportz, a South Bay institution Two teams of comics stage an improvised battle of wits on an astroturf-covered stage All of the scenes, characters, and songs are based on audience suggestions And, unlike many live comedy shows, it's suitable for the entire family]]>

The Canvas Open Mic - 1st & 3rd Thursdays

06-16-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Sunnyvale Art Gallery

http://www.sunnyvaleartgallery.com/events.html

Sunnyvale Art Gallery - 251 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94086

Admission: Free

408-737-8188

Start Time(s): 1st & 3rd Thurs of Month: 8pm

All forms of artistic expression are welcome at this Open Mic Night, including music, poetry, stand-up comedy, theatrical performance, and spoken word You can be a performer or part of the audience Either way, you can see what talent there is in the local community]]>