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From shows at the Amador Theater to art galleries along Main Street to poetry readings organized by the city’s own Poet Laureate, Pleasanton

is a town with many opportunities to experience art. And it’s not arts & entertainment short on entertainment, either. With live music performances at many locations downtown, a concert series and nearby movie theaters, there’s never a reason to be bored.

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art associations Arts Festival. PCAC advocates for arts and art facilities on behalf of the entire Pleasanton City of Pleasanton Civic Arts 200 Old community. Call 461-4864. www.pleasan- Bernal Ave., Pleasanton 94566. Civic Arts tonarts.org. E-mail: [email protected]. offers a wide range of classes in many forms of artistic expression for all age groups. Arts experiences for young people include concert series youth theater and dance, the Children’s Arts Civic Arts Presents Sponsored by the city Festival, the Youth Music Festival and the of Pleasanton, “Civic Arts Presents” is a Civic Arts School Concert Series. Civic Arts series of professional performances that take sponsors Pleasanton’s Poet Laureate, Civic place throughout the year, including music, Arts Presents performances, Civic Arts Stage dance, comedy, family entertainment and Company and Public Arts programs as well holiday specials. The Civic Arts box office is as Free Shakespeare in the Park by the San located at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Francisco Shakespeare Festival. Call Civic Rita Rd., and is staffed 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon- Arts Info-line, 931-5361. www.ci.pleasanton. Fri and two hours prior to showtimes. Call ca.us/community/arts/civic-arts. Info-line: 931-5361. Box office: 931-3444. Livermore Art Association PO Box www.civicartstickets.org. ood 216, Livermore 94551. The Livermore Art Concerts in the Park Sponsored by the Association (LAA) is a nonprofit organization Pleasanton Downtown Association and the that promotes public interest and apprecia- Pleasanton Weekly, this summer concert W E ric K. tion in fine arts and crafts and encourages series takes place Friday evenings from June The Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre, formerly the Pleasanton Playhouse, presents the artistic progress and development of its to Sept at Lions Wayside Park at First and several shows throughout the year, including musicals like “A Chorus Line.” members. LAA welcomes new members. Neal streets. Musical styles range from blues Members help judge local artwork, teach to rock, disco to reggae and also includes art in the schools and demonstrate arts and Latin, Big Band swing and 1950s era rock ‘n’ Ave. Admission is $10; $5 for members of current literary events schedule. Bookstore is crafts to requesting organizations. In partner- roll. Visit the website for schedule of perfor- the Amador Valley Historical Society; $5 for open 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon-Thu, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. ship with the Pleasanton Art League, LAA mances. Call 484-2199. www.pleasanton- teachers with ID and $3 for students with Fri-Sat, and 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Call 227-1412. holds general monthly meetings that feature downtown.net. ID. Call 462-2766. www.museumonmain.org. www.borders.com demonstrations by renowned artists. LAA E-mail: [email protected]. Wente Concerts at the Vineyard 5050 Great Books Great Books of Pleasanton, supports the LAA Gallery in the Carnegie Arroyo Rd., Livermore 94550. This concert Science on Saturday Lawrence Livermore a local chapter of the San Francisco Great Building, 2155 Third St., Livermore. The pub- series features big-name acts. There are sev- National Laboratory offers this annual five- Books Council, meets on the fourth Mon lic is invited to visit the Gallery, Wed-Sun, eral ticket package options and can include week series for students sixth grade through of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Towne Center 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 449-9927. www.liver- terrace seating, dinner and golf for the June- high school on diverse science topics. Books, 555 Main St., to read and discuss moreartassociation.org. Sept concert series. Tickets can be purchased No registration is required, but seating is outstanding works of literature. Call Sadie Pleasanton Art League PO Box 23, online at www.ticketmaster.com. Call 456- very limited and on a first come basis. The Skinner, 846-1658. www.greatbooks-sf.com. Pleasanton 94566. In partnership with the 2424. www.wentevineyards.com. lectures are held in Feb at the Bankhead Online Book Clubs The Pleasanton Public Livermore Art Association, the Pleasanton Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Admission Library offers online book clubs for various Art League holds monthly meetings featuring is free. The website provides lecture top- genres. Members read the first few chapters demonstrations by nationally recognized art- dance ics, dates and an opportunity to sign up for of a book via email to decide if they would ists. The PAL Circuit provides a showcase for Diablo Ballet PO Box 4700, Walnut Creek notifications of various education programs. then like to check the book out from the members’ work at various public buildings. 94596. Founded in 1993, this professional Call 422-5059. http://education.llnl.gov. E-mail: library. The service is free and can be joined Workshops by well known artists give partici- ballet company comprises 10 principal danc- [email protected]. by visiting the library website. Call 931-3400. pants an opportunity to work with top instruc- ers from around the world. The troupe tours www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/library. tors in many media. Annual scholarships throughout California and the Western states, literary activities Pleasanton Public Library 400 Old Bernal are awarded to art students at Las Positas with many local performances at the Lesher Ave., Pleasanton 94566. The library offers a College. Call Pat Smith, 846-4138. www.pal- Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, Zellerbach Barnes & Noble Book Clubs 4972 Dublin variety of reading programs for children and art.com. E-mail: [email protected]. Hall on the UC Berkeley campus and Yerba Blvd., Dublin 94568. Several book clubs meet at Barnes and Noble Booksellers, including teens, including Paws to Read (a reading pro- Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council PO Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco. the Tri-Valley Writers at 7 p.m. Tuesdays and gram for grades 1-5), Friday Storytime, Toddler Box 1298, Pleasanton 94566. Pleasanton Call 943-1775. Fax 943-1115. www.diabloballet. a mothers book club at 7:30 p.m. Mondays. Laptime, Spanish Storytime, Bookleggers, Cultural Arts Council (PCAC) is dedicated to org. E-mail: [email protected]. The store also hosts author appearances and book clubs for children and young adults, the understanding and enrichment of the arts children’s storytimes. Calendars for these and the Teen Advisory Group. The library in our community and cultivating an environ- lectures events are available at the store. Bookstore also offers a Mature Adults Program (M.A.P.) ment that supports visual, literary, musical Ed Kinney Lecture Series 603 Main St., is open 9 a.m.-11 p.m. daily. Call 560-1495. for seniors, a book club for adults, Internet and theater arts. It presents quality concerts, Pleasanton 94566. The Museum On Main www.bn.com. classes for seniors and Friends of the Library. plays, art shows and festivals and supports It hosts a summer reading program for all ages offers a historical lecture series on the Borders Book Clubs 4575 Rosewood Dr., community events, such as the Arts in the and sponsors an annual book writing award third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at Pleasanton 94588. Book clubs and events Schools program and the Poetry, Prose and program. Hours: Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon- Lynnewood Methodist Church, 4444 Black are scheduled throughout the year. Call for

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Thu, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri-Sat, and 1-5 p.m. Sun. variety of music styles. Call 460-0444. www. 736-0367. www.cinemark.com. music Closed on national holidays. Call 931-3400. www. fazrestaurants.com. Livermore Cinemas 2490 First St., Livermore Del Valle Fine Arts PO Box 2335, Livermore ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/library. Hilton Pleasanton at the Club 7050 94550. Call 443-SHOW for movie times. www. 94551. This organization was founded to bring Poet Laureate The Poet Laureate is called upon Johnson Dr., Pleasanton 94588. Live music cinemawest.com. good classical music to the Tri-Valley. Concerts to read poetry at civic events such as dedications outside on the patio Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. Regal Cinemas Crow Canyon Stadium are held at the Bankhead Theater at 2400 First and public ceremonies, serve as a resource and and inside from 9-11 p.m. Call 463-8000. www. 6 2525 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon St. in downtown Livermore. Dates vary. Seating liaison between the Civic Arts program and local pleasantonattheclub.hilton.com. 94583. Call (800) FANDANGO for movie times is open, so come early. Call Bobbie Hadley, schools, libraries and bookstores, and conduct Main Street Brewery 830 Main St., or 820-4836. 447-2752 or Art Scott, 447-8269. www.delvalle- classes devoted to poetic works. It is a two-year Pleasanton 94566. The restaurant features live Regal Hacienda Crossings 20 and IMAX finearts.org. honorary term. The Poet Laureate also organizes music Fridays and Saturdays at 9 p.m. Call 462- Theater 5000 Dublin Blvd., Dublin 94568. Call Harmony Fusion Chorus 4737 Ross Gate the Century House Poetry reading series the first 8218. www.mainstbrewery.com. (800) FANDANGO for movie times or 560-0900. Court, Pleasanton 94566. The Harmony Fusion Sun of Feb, June, Aug, Oct and Dec from 1-3 Nightclub Aura 4825 Hopyard Rd., #10, Chorus, formerly known as the Harmony p.m. at the Century House, 2401 Santa Rita Rd. Vine Cinema 1722 First St., Livermore 94550. Pleasanton 94588. Nightclub features two Crossroads Chorus, is the Alameda County Admission is $5. Open mic follows featured read- Showing independent and foreign films. Call 447- rooms each with a bar, DJ booth and dance chapter of Sweet Adelines International, a ers. Poet Laureate Deborah Grossman began her 2545 for movie times. www.vinecinema.com. floor. VIP bottle service available. Must be 21. nonprofit organization promoting four-part a two-year term in 2009. Call Michelle Russo, 931- Open Wed-Friday from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. and Sat cappella harmony for women. Harmony Fusion 5350. www.civicartsliterary.org. from 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Call 416-0777. www. m u s e u m s Chorus is available for performances using Towne Center Books 555 Main St., Pleasanton nightclubaura.com. & collections either full chorus or small group. All women are 94566. Towne Center Books, Pleasanton’s down- welcome to attend Monday rehearsals, 7 p.m. Redcoats British Pub & Restaurant 336 Alexander’s Fine Art 610 Main St., Pleasanton town independent bookstore, offers an extensive at The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 B St., Hayward. St. Mary St., Pleasanton 94566. This restaurant 94566. The Gallery presents a mix of traditional calendar of appearances by local and nationally Call Joanne Morrison, 373-0210. www.har- transforms into a dance club with a DJ playing and contemporary art styles by a variety of local known authors, book clubs, and other literary monyfusion.org. hits Fri and Sat from 10 a.m.-1 a.m. Call 462- and international artists. There are regular exhib- events. It often collaborates with the library for 6600. Fax www.redcoatspub.com. its and artist events. Visit the website for a cur- Las Positas College Music Program 3033 larger events and donates part of its proceeds to rent schedule. Hours: Tue-Fri 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat Collier Canyon Rd., Livermore 94551. Las the Friends of the Library or Pleasanton schools. RJ’s Popi Lounge 3059 Hopyard Rd., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun 12-4 p.m.; Mon by appt. Call Positas College offers a full range of music The store carries a range of new books and has Pleasanton 94588. This bar has DJ dancing at 846-6015. www.alexandersgallery.com. E-mail: classes, both for the music major and the rec- a large children’s section. It can also promptly fill night Thu-Sat. Call 462-7674. [email protected]. reational musician. Students can earn an associ- orders. Hours: Mon-Thu 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri-Sat 10 Sunshine Saloon 1807 Santa Rita Rd., #K, ate’s degree in music, prepare for transfer to a a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Call 846-8826. Pleasanton 94566. Karaoke every Thursday and Museum On Main 603 Main St., Pleasanton four-year university or earn a certificate in piano www.townecenterbooks.com. DJ dancing Fri-Sat. All events start at 9 p.m. 94566. The museum is a local, regional history teaching. Classes in individual performance Call 846-6108. museum, which has rotating exhibits of historical include piano, voice, guitar, as well as classes artifacts from various time periods as well as per- in musical theater that combine drama and live music & dancing manent displays. It also has a gift shop that offers music. These classes can accommodate begin- Faz Restaurant at Sheraton Four Points movies history books, miniatures, postcards and more. ning through advanced students. Group per- Hotel 5121 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton 94588. Blackhawk Movie 7 4175 Blackhawk Plaza $2 donation requested. Hours: Wed-Sat 11 a.m.-4 formance offerings include day chamber choir, Live music Mon-Fri 5:30-8 p.m. Features a Cr., Danville 94526. Call (800) FANDANGO or p.m.; Sun 1-4 p.m. Call 462-2766. www.museu- concert choir, two jazz choirs, jazz instrumental monmain.org. E-mail: [email protected]. ensemble, orchestra and symphonic band. Call Public Art Pleasanton Civic Arts maintains 1270 Quarry Lane, Pleasanton Cindy Rosefield, 424-1119. www.laspositascol- a collection of public art funded by service lege.edu. See our website for the Fall Schedule groups, private individuals and public funds. Livermore-Amador Symphony PO Box www.Jazzntaps.com It is installed around the city and includes 1049, Livermore 94551. The symphony, led by Girl Reading, Leap and Once Upon a Time 484-0678 Music Director Dr. Arthur Barnes, is a volunteer at the library; Pat’s Bench in Kottinger Park; community orchestra that performs at the Pleasanton Centennial Towers in Civic Park; • Professional dance training and education for the recreational and Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St. in downtown Pleasanton Tulancingo Mural at City Hall; Sing Livermore. It also performs an annual Pops competitive dancer. a Song of Sixpence and Yak and Albus at concert fundraiser. Annual scholarships are • We focus on developing coordination, confi dence, teamwork, and a Centennial Park; and Swimming Through Air at presented to local high school students. Call love for dance. the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center. Call Andy 373-6824. www.livamsymph.org. E-mail: info@ Jorgensen, 931-5347. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/ livamsymph.org. Tap ★ Jazz ★ Ballet ★ Hip-Hop services/recreation. 164 C Main Studio 7 Fine Arts 400 Main St., Pleasanton Pacific Chamber Symphony St., Pleasanton 94566. This orchestra of profes- Modern ★ Tumbling ★ Ages 3-Adult 94566. Studio 7 presents works by local, sional musicians, led by Maestro Lawrence national and regional artists, regularly featuring Kohl, features a repertoire specifically com- special exhibits and events. Art includes fine posed for chamber symphony from baroque art, sculpture, hand-blown glass, crafts and and classical periods, to romantic and modern. unique jewelry. Hours: Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Performances will take place at the Bankhead Sun 11-5 p.m.; Mon by appt. Call 846-4322. Theater in Livermore. Call 510-352-3942. www. www.studio7finearts.com. E-mail: info@stu- pacificchambersymphony.org. E-mail: info@paci- dio7finearts.com. ficchambersymphony.org. Tulancingo Treasures 200 Old Bernal Pleasanton 2009 Ave., Pleasanton 94566. The collection of Pleasanton Chamber Players Chamber Players is a multi-faceted group of Pleasanton-Tulancingo Sister City Association professional musicians and singers that live in gifts from throughout its 25 years is on display and near Pleasanton. It performs various pieces at City Hall. Ask someone at the Public Works of music with different instrumentation. The Department for the key. Call historian Corinne group offers concerts in Pleasanton, including Mavridis, 846-6644, for a tour. school performances. Call 455-5333. www. Worthington Gallery West Worthington pleasantonarts.org/chamber_players.html. Gallery West has moved to a virtual gallery. It is E-mail: [email protected]. the West Coast branch of Worthington Gallery PO based in Chicago, which has been in the busi- Pleasanton Community Concert Band Box 135, Pleasanton 94566. The Pleasanton ness of obtaining art for more than 30 years. Community Concert Band comprises about 60 Call 485-1183. www.worthingtongallerywest. amateur musicians under the direction of Bob com. E-mail: [email protected]. Williams. It performs about 20 times each year

32 Info Pleasanton 2009-10 info Pleasanton arts & entertainment Reliability and service at community events in addition to its own tions such as Del Valle Fine Arts, Livermore three concerts. The band rehearses throughout Valley Opera, the California Independent Film a part of our CPA practice the year, Thursdays from 7:30-9:30 p.m., usu- Festival, the Livermore-Amador Symphony, As the world grows more detached from the ideals of ally in the band room of the Pleasanton Middle Valley Dance Theater, Cantabella Children’s the past, you can rely on our firm. We take a personal School. Visit PCCB’s website for concert infor- Chorus, the Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre and interest in the success of your business because we’re mation. Call Band Director Bob Williams, 846- the Valley Concert Chorale. They also host a part of the community. 5897 or Band Manager Pat Wheeler, 443-5526. visiting performance ensembles from through- Our firm is founded www.pleasantonband.org. out the Bay Area. Call 373-6100. www.liver- on lasting values . . . Honesty Tri-Valley Youth Orchestra 164C Main moreperformingarts.org. E-mail: receptionist@ livermoreperformingarts.org. Independence Street, Pleasanton 94566. The Tri-Valley Youth Trust Orchestra, a program of the Pacific Chamber Free Shakespeare in the Park Symphony, offers training for about 60 young Performances by the San Francisco Walt Lupeika 5510 Sunol Blvd., Suite 4, Pleasanton CA Certified Public Accountants musicians looking for the experience of Shakespeare Festival run Sat-Sun 7:30 p.m. (925) 846-9540 playing in an orchestra beyond their school for three weekends in the summer at Amador Serving the Tri-Valley for over 20 Years www.lupeika.com setting. It is directed by conductor, teacher Valley Community Park, 4301 Black Ave. and violinist Zachary Carrettin. Call 484-9783. Sponsored by the city of Pleasanton. Call www.pacificchambersymphony.org. E-mail: (800) 978-PLAY (7529). www.sfshakes.org. [email protected]. Las Positas College Theater Department Valley Concert Chorale PO Box 286, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore 94551. The Livermore 94551. The Valley Concert Chorale theater performance schedule at Las Positas is the Tri-Valley’s premier chorus. For over College consists of three main stage produc- 40 years, the chorale has offered a variety tions a year (a play in the fall, a musical in the of musical performances including classical, spring and an outdoor production in the sum- contemporary, pop and jazz. The all-volunteer, mer), plus a touring children’s theater play and non-profit chorale of about 40 singers receives student-directed one-act plays. A variety of financial support from grants, ticket sales, theater classes are offered, including acting, membership dues and donations. The cho- improvisation, musical theater performance rale’s educational outreach program Music training, technical theater and theater/film in the Schools, presents original musical appreciation. Call Ken Ross, 424-1166. www. performances at Tri-Valley primary school laspositascollege.edu. E-mail: kross@lasposi- assemblies reaching over 5,000 students each tascollege.edu. year. Experienced singers interested in joining The Firehouse Arts Center Railroad Ave., the chorale can schedule an audition by calling Pleasanton 94566. Construction is ongoing Pam Grove, 462-4205. Call 866-4003. www. as the Old Fire Station No. 1 and 4 is trans- valleyconcertchorale.org. E-mail: info@valley- formed into a first-class, small arts center concertchorale.org. with a state-of-the-art small theater for plays, dramatic presentations, musical events and opera lectures. Expected to open in 2010, there will be a strong emphasis on productions involving Livermore Valley Opera PO Box 1002, young people. A visual arts gallery and rooms Livermore 94551. LVO combines the talents for instruction in painting, sculpture and other and expertise of professional music, stage visual arts are also planned. The Pleasanton and chorus directors, principal singers, musi- Cultural Arts Council has established the cians and designers with the dedication and Pleasanton Cultural Arts Foundation for long- practical abilities of a volunteer board, adult term fundraising for arts programs and build- chorus, stage crew, props master, stitchers ings in Pleasanton, including this project. Call and set builders. Each fall and spring, LVO Debbie Look, 846-1007. www.pleasantonarts- presents a locally produced, fully-staged foundation.org. E-mail: info@pleasantonarts- opera with orchestra. Performances are at the foundation.org. Bankhead Theater in Livermore. LVO also pres- ents special concerts, events and fundraisers. Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre 1048 Serpentine Auditions are held during the summer for the Ln., Ste. 309, Pleasanton 94566. Formerly the fall and spring season productions. Call 960- Pleasanton Playhouse, the Tri-Valley Repertory 9210. www.livermorevalleyopera.org. E-mail: Theatre is a community nonprofit theater [email protected]. company dedicated to providing affordable, high-quality productions, theatrical training and a showcase for local talent within the Tri-Valley theater area. Call or check the website for dates and Amador Theater 1155 Santa Rita Rd., times of shows. Plays are at the Studio Theatre, Pleasanton 94566. The Amador Theater, 1048 Serpentine Lane, Ste. 309 with the ticket located on the Amador Valley High School office for studio and Broadway shows in Suite campus, is owned and operated by the city 307. There are two Broadway chorus shows in of Pleasanton. Built in the late 1930s and a year at the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita renovated in 1989, the theater seats 591 and Rd. Musicals are held at the Bankhead Theater houses performances by the high school, the at 2400 First St. in Livermore. Hours: Wed and city’s Civic Arts performance program and Fri 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 462-2121 or 484-4486. various local musical organizations. Its busy www.trivalleyrep.com. calendar includes concerts, recitals, plays, Tri-Valley Young Performers Academy 1436 dance and other performing arts. The theater Waterstone Place, San Ramon 94582. The Tri- is available for rental. Call 931-3444. www. Valley Young Performers Academy holds sum- amadortheater.org. mer theater camps and offers voice and acting Bankhead Theater 2400 First Street, training during the school year. At the end of Livermore 94550. Since opening in Sept. 2007, each workshop, students put on a performance this 500-seat theater located in downtown or recital. Call Brian Olkowski, 551-8238. www. Livermore hosts events by local art organiza- trivalleyypa.org. E-mail: [email protected].

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badminton League (NBL), San Ramon BMX runs bicycle motocross on scheduled Saturdays, holding Adult badminton This year-round drop- two races. Must be NBL member and meet in program is held in the evenings on safety requirements to compete. All ages Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at welcome. The race track is about 1,000 feet Hart Middle School, 4433 Willow Rd. Call long with doubles, triples and tabletops and 931-3447. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/ rhythm section. The track is open to the pub- recreation. lic for recreational riding except during sched- uled races. Search NBL.org to find a track.

basketball Call 449-1561. www.livepayride.com. FLACHSBARTH JAY Adult Basketball Basketball leagues run Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring Club A long line of climbers shows the very large turnout for a memorial run and year-round for adults ages 18 and older. PO Box 2630, Dublin 94568. Bike rides are barbecue at Shadow Cliffs Regional Park by the California Peace Officers As- Games take place at Pleasanton Middle usually held Sat, Sun and Wed during the sociation. School, 5001 Case Ave.; Hart Middle School, day time, and Tue and Thu evenings in the 4433 Willow Rd.; or Harvest Park Middle summer, usually in the Tri-Valley area. The pertain to use, enjoyment and improvement gardens School, 4900 Valley Ave. Adult open gym rides vary from leisurely to strenuous and of horses and horsemanship. The group Pleasanton Community Garden drop-in basketball programs are held at the include some long distance tours. Focus is hosts trail riding, clinics and horse camping 7350 Johnson Dr., Pleasanton 94566. three middle school gyms. Call 931-3447. recreational riding with a competitive con- in various locations. In addition, the group The Department of Parks and Community www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/recreation. tingent. All ages and ability levels welcome. promotes the preservation and enhancement Services facilitates this community garden Non-members are welcome to join rides of local trails. Meets the first Wed of the in Val Vista Community Park. The garden (with written waiver) and club meetings, month. www.trivalleytrailblazers.com. E-mail: is comprised of 34 patches, each 12 feet, biking which take place quarterly on Wed evenings. [email protected]. 6 inches by 18 feet (225 square feet). Call Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay Size: 450. Call Bonnie, 828-5299. www.val- 931-5356. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/ See listing in this section under “Trails leyspokesmen.org. recreation. Councils.” fishing Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area Rose Garden 2401 Santa Rita Rd., International Christian Cycling Club bocce ball See listing in this section under “Regional & Pleasanton 94588. Located at the Century Weekly rides are held on Saturdays at 9 Bocce Ball Court Located in Centennial State Parks.” House, rose bushes, daffodils, large shade a.m. Meet on Neal Street, across from the Park, 5353 Sunol Blvd. The court is regularly trees and a small gazebo provide a restful Meadowlark Dairy. Rides are 40-65 miles. Tri-Valley Fly Fishers PO Box 231, open on Mon, Wed, Fri 9 a.m.-noon. Activity oasis. Open by appointment only. Call 931- Club meetings are the first Mon of the Livermore 94551. The club meets at 7:30 fee $1 for residents. The city also runs adult 5340. month. The club holds many other weekly p.m. on the first Thu monthly, except in July, bocce leagues at the site. Call 931-5365 for rides for both road and mountain bikes and at the Livermore Rod and Gun Club, 4000 Sensory Garden 5353 Sunol Blvd., other possible times or 931-3447 for league sponsors an annual bike race the first Sat Dagnino Rd., Livermore. Meetings include Pleasanton. Located in Centennial Park at the information. in June. Monthly rides are also scheduled. guest speakers, refreshments and drawings. Pleasanton Senior Center. In the garden, visi- Call Darryl Smith, 462-2626. www.norcal. The club runs a “Trout in the Classroom” tors can feel a lamb’s ear (a plant with soft christiancycling.com. E-mail: ic3smith@com- equestrian program and has a number of scheduled fish- velvety gray-green leaves) and sniff lemon cast.net. ing outings. Call Bob McCollum, 989-2358. grass or a chocolate geranium. Open to pub- Bay Area Equestrian Network 4847 www.tri-valleyflyfishers.org. E-mail: fishmas- lic 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 931-5365. Livermore BMX Park Bill Payne Sports Hopyard Rd., #4PMB218, Pleasanton 94588. [email protected]. Park, Vasco and Patterson Pass roads, This online directory provides free informa- Livermore. The track is about 1,000 feet long tion about horse boarding, vets, training, go l f with doubles, triples, tabletops and rhythm breeders and more in the region. Free classi- futsal Pleasanton Driving Range Valley Ave., section. The track is open to the public for fied ads, business listings and event calendar Tri-Valley Futsal League 1580 Whispering Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton recreational riding except during scheduled for the horse community are also available. Oaks Way, Pleasanton 94566. Tri-Valley Futsal 94566. Enter at Gate 12. Hours are Mon races. Search NBL.org for local tracks. Call Call 484-0395. www.bayequest.com. E-mail: is associated with the United States Futsal 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Tue-Fri 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat 8 449-1561. www.larpd.dst.ca.us. [email protected]. Federation (USFF). Futsal is a rapidly growing a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; holidays 8 Pleasanton BMX Riding Facility 3320 Horseback rides Sunol-Ohlone Regional sport that is a derivative of soccer and played a.m.-9 p.m. Call 484-4005. www.pleasanton- Stanley Bvd., at west end of Shadow Cliffs Park, Geary Rd., Sunol 94586. Western Trail with five-man teams on a basketball-style golfcenter.com. Regional Recreation Area, Pleasanton. This Riding Services offers guided tours and trail court with no walls and a low bouncing ball, Pleasanton Golf Center Provides private 2.65-acre, city-run facility features jumps and rides. Special events such as groups, birth- unlike the traditional sport of U.S. indoor soc- lessons, golf schools and clinics at the bumps for the enjoyment of BMX bike rid- day parties, corporate events, private rides or cer played with six-man squads and walls. Pleasanton Driving Range and the Pleasanton ers. 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California 5776 Stoneridge Mall Rd., Ste. Rd., San Ramon 94582. This public course is 160, Pleasanton 94588. The Women’s Golf set on the rolling terrain of the Dougherty Valley Julie Loomis, CPA Association of Northern California promotes with views of Mount Diablo. It has 150,000 and serves the interest of women’s amateur square feet of sand bunkers plus a creek wind- golf in Northern California. Call 737-0963. www. ing its way through 16-holes, featuring narrow A Professional Accounting Corporation wganc.com. E-mail: [email protected]. fairways and native brush. Green fees range You’re More Than Just a Number! from $30-$85. Call 735-4253. www.thebridges- golf.com. E-mail: [email protected]. JL Consulting is a full-service CPA fi rm providing year-round accounting golf courses (private) The Course at Wente Vineyards 5050 and tax services to businesses and individuals. Our team builds Castlewood Country Club 707 Country Arroyo Rd., Livermore 94550. This Greg Club Circle, Pleasanton 94566. This private long-lasting relationships with our clients and is committed to their success. Norman-designed 18-hole golf course is for country club nestled in the southwest hills of both novice and professional golfers. There is Call us to set up an appointment for a consultation. Pleasanton offers two 18-hole golf courses, also a restaurant and golf shop. Open dawn to tennis, swimming, dining, event facilities and (925) 846-1859 — www.jlcpa.net dusk every day of the year except Christmas. more. Call 846-2871. www.castlewoodcc.org. 1024 Serpentine Lane, Suite 105 — Pleasanton Proper dress required. Call 456-2477. www. E-mail: [email protected]. wentegolf.com. Ruby Hill Golf Club 3400 West Ruby Hill Dr., Pleasanton 94566. This private club has an 18-hole golf course on 225 acres with five sets horseshoes of tees. There is also a swimming pool, tennis Tri-Valley Horseshoe Pitching Club Club Little Valley courts and a dining room. It offers numerous meets Tuesdays at 1 p.m. with play continuing Winery social events throughout the year, as well as through the afternoon and early evening in good Tasting Room golf tournaments. Call 417-5840. www.rubyhill. weather at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 739 Main Street, Pleasanton com. 4501 Pleasanton Ave. The public is welcome to attend. Call 462-4283. Premium, Small lot WineSS muSic eventS Jazz, Blues, R&B, Steel Drum and More a DecaDe of Winemaking golf courses (public) in livermore valley Callippe Preserve Golf Course 8500 regional & state parks SPecial eventS Clubhouse Dr., Pleasanton 94566. This award- Augustin Bernal Park 8200 Golden Eagle Artist’s Receptions unique Winery merchanDiSe lineS winning 18-hole, 145-acre municipal golf course Way, Pleasanton. This city-owned park, adjacent Mary Frances, Livermore Wine Label Shirts Wine Release Parties features a clubhouse, a short-game practice to Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park, covers 237- Wearable Art by Jackie Jones, Bella Barrels Private Parties area and 20-stall practice range. Call 426-6666. acres and offers hiking trails with panoramic www.playcallippe.com. views, picnic tables and restrooms. Horses 925.862.9006 / www.littlevalleywinery-lavender.com (residents only), dogs and mountain bikes also Follow the White Rabbit to your Pleasanton Downtown Destination Las Positas Golf Course 917 Clubhouse Dr., Livermore 94551. There is an 18-hole and allowed. Access is up Golden Eagle Way and open thu 4-8, fri & Sat 12-7 and Sun 12-5 a 9-hole course, a merchandise shop and a Pleasanton residents must show proof of resi- driving range. Lessons are available. Hours: dency at the gate. Non-residents must obtain Sunlight to sunset daily. Call 443-3122. www. a permit, valid for one week, at the City Parks laspositasgolfcourse.com. and Community Services office. Call 931-5340. Pleasanton Golf Center Alameda County Del Valle Regional Park 7000 Del Valle Rd., DIABLO FLOORING, INC Fairgrounds, Main Gate, Pleasanton Ave., Livermore 94550. Located on Lake Del Valle in Pleasanton 94566. Pleasanton Golf Center is a Livermore, this 4,000-acre park offers numer- public executive 9-hole course. It’s a mix of par ous water activities. There is a 750-acre lake 3 and par 4 holes and is capable of challenging that offers swimming, boating, kayaking, boat good players as well. Open every day, 8 a.m. launch, boat rental, beach and fishing. There are until dark. Call 462-4653. www.pleasantongolf- also trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback center.com. riding and amenities such as water for horses, equestrian staging, parking, picnic tables, rest- Poppy Ridge Golf Course 4280 Greenville rooms, camping and naturalist-led programs. 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Open every day but Christmas from customers, designer, contractors, and developers. org. dawn to dusk. Call 447-6779 or 455-2035 for reservations. www.poppyridgegolf.com. E-mail: Mt. Diablo State Park Mt. Diablo Scenic NOW 2 LOCATIONS! [email protected]. Blvd., Danville. With a 3,849-foot summit, this park has widespread views of the Bay Springtown Golf Course 939 Larkspur (925) 988-WOOD (9663) Area that are accessible by hiking, mountain Dr., Livermore 94551. A 9-hole, par 35 golf 1829 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA biking or horseback riding. Located off Diablo course. Full service pro shop, snack bar, coffee Road, off I-680 in Danville, the park also offers 2009 shop and carts available. Open every day but FREE ESTIMATES camping, rock climbing, observation deck, Christmas from dawn to dusk. Call 455-5695 for wildlife viewing, picnic areas and restrooms. (925) 426-RUGS (7847) Best Carpet Store reservations. The Summit Visitor Center and art gallery are 5600-D Sunol Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94566 Best Flooring Store Sunol Valley Golf Club 6900 Mission Rd., open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. The Mitchell Canyon Sunol 94586. Opened in 1968, the course Interpretive Center at the north end of the includes a total of 36 holes and offers banquet park in Clayton is open weekends and some VISIT OUR SHOWROOM OR Shop@Home facilities, club rentals, driving range, lessons, a holidays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. in summer, 10 a.m.-2 pro shop, putting green, restaurant and snack p.m. in winter. Mailing address: 96 Mitchell WWW.DIABLOFLOORING.COM bar. Call 862-2404. www.sunolvalley.com. Canyon Rd., Clayton 94517. Park hours: 8 a.m.- E-mail: [email protected]. sunset. Admission fee of $7 per car. Mount License #898787 • Bonded • Insured up to $2 Million The Bridges Golf Club 9000 S. Gale Ridge Diablo Interpretive Association runs the Mitchell

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Canyon Center, and helps fund park programs. 8,000-square-foot concrete park is free to the The organization can be visited at www.mdia. public. Pads and helmets are required. The park org. Call 837-2525 (recorded information) or consists of a concrete street course made with (800) 444-7275 (campsite reservations). www. a pyramid, three different-sized blocks, a hip and parks.ca.gov. a four-stair. Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park Located Val Vista Inline Skate Park 7350 Johnson Dr., on Foothill Road in Pleasanton. From I-680 Pleasanton. This inline skating facility at Val Vista exit at Castlewood Drive, turn left onto Foothill Community Park is approximately 1.5 acres with Road. The staging area is about two miles from a formal inline hockey rink, a free-form skating Castlewood Drive. This 3,163-acre park offers a area with ramps, jumps, curved wave walls and 25-mile multipurpose trail system with canyon a spectators area with shade structure, bleacher views, remote streams and ridgetop vistas. It seating and picnic tables. Users are required to has trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback wear protective pads and helmets. riding and water for horses, parking, restrooms and a pond. Gates open from 8 a.m.-sunset. Current hours are posted at gate. Park curfew skiing is 10 p.m.-5 a.m. Call (888) 327-2757. www. Sno*Flakes Ski Club PO Box 2923, Dublin, ebparks.org/parks/pleasanton. E-mail: pridge@ CA 94568. Sno*Flakes is a year-round ski and ebparks.org. social club geared toward family fun in winter sports and other athletic and social activities, Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area trips and special events. Check website for 2500 Stanley Blvd., Pleasanton. This 249-acre meeting times and locations. Call 901-4956. park offers an 80-acre lake for swimming, boat- www.skisnowflakes.org. ing and fishing, boat launch, boat rental and fishing docks. There are also trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Parking, soccer picnic tables, birdwatching, restrooms, food con- Pleasanton Adult Sunday Soccer League cession and horseshoe pit are also available. The (PASS) PO Box 5593, Pleasanton 94566. The park opens at 6 a.m. most months and closes PASS League holds games only. No practices 6-9 p.m. depending on the season. Fishing per- during each 12-week season. Games are played mits are required, $4 daily for ages 15 and up. at the Pleasanton Sports Park Sundays. Spring The regional park charges $6 parking and a $2 season runs March through mid-June and fall dog fee. Call (888) 327-2757. www.ebparks.org/ season runs Sept until early Dec. Call 426-PASS parks/shadow_cliffs. (426-7277). www.pleasantonadultsoccer.com. Sunol and Ohlone Regional Wilderness E-mail: [email protected]. Southeast end of Geary Rd., Sunol. Located off I-680 at the Calaveras exit, this 6,858-acre park offers trails for hiking, mountain biking, horse- softball back riding, parking, visitor center, picnic tables, Adult Softball 5800 Parkside Dr., Pleasanton restrooms, camping and nature programs. 94566. City-run spring and fall leagues run April- Drinking water is not available. Hours: 7 a.m.- July and early Aug-Oct. No practices, games dusk. Permits/maps for the Ohlone Wilderness only, which are held Sun-Fri, 5:15-10 p.m. at the Trail are $2. Parking fee is $5 with an additional softball complex in the Pleasanton Sports Park. $4 for trailored vehicles. Dog fee is $2. Ventek Size: 215 teams. Call 931-3437 or 931-3439. takes fees when kiosk is closed. Be sure to display membership card or receipt on the special olympics dashboard. Call (888) 327-2757; select opt. 2 for camping/picnic reservations. www.ebparks.org/ Special Olympics East Bay Region 3480 parks/sunol. Buskirk Ave., Ste. 340, Pleasant Hill 94523. Special Olympics strives to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a running variety of Olympic-type sports for individuals Huffers and Puffers This group meets for with developmental disabilities by giving them three weekly runs: Sat 9 a.m. (3-8 miles) meets continuing opportunities to develop physical fit- at Fleet Feet, 310 Main St., Ste. C; Tue 6:30 p.m. ness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and (hill workout) meets at Lake Del Valle in the sum- participate in sharing gifts, skills and friendship mer and Fleet Feet in the winter; Wed 6:30 p.m. with their families, other Special Olympics ath- (3.5-6 miles) meets at Hands On Chiropractic, letes and the community. Call 944-8801. www. 5737 Valley Ave., Ste. D. Free to join. All levels sonc.org. and ages welcome. Size: 60. Call 426-5576. www.fleetfeetpleasanton.com. E-mail: staff@ swimming fleetfeetpleasanton.com. Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center 4455 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Community swim center skating features an Olympic-sized competition pool, a Dublin Iceland Ice Skating Rink 7212 San diving pool and children’s pool. Programs include Ramon Rd., Dublin 94568. Public and private recreational swimming, swim classes for all lessons and hockey programs and broomball are skill levels and lap swimming. Exercise classes available. Admission is $4-$7. Skate rental is $3. are offered for teens and adults, including aqua Open throughout the year. The rink’s schedule aerobics and deep water workout. Red Cross changes for holidays and summer months. Call certification classes include lifeguard, water res- 829-4445. www.dubliniceland.com. E-mail: cue and junior lifeguard. There is also an Aquatic [email protected]. Center swim team for ages 5-17. Call 931-3420. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/recreation. 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2500 Stanley Blvd., Pleasanton. Swimming Bay. Meetings are held on the third Wed of Jan, and other water activities at the park’s 80-acre March, May, June, Sept, Oct and Nov at 7:15 For Over 30 Years, lake. See park listing under “Regional and State p.m. in the board room of the East Bay Regional Parks” in this section. Park District headquarters, 2950 Peralta Oaks Ct., Oakland. Call (510) 581-8893. www.ebtrails. Quality Assured in Every Step tennis org. E-mail: [email protected]. Trails Ad Hoc Committee The TAHC is Community Tennis Courts 5801 Valley Ave., composed of city of community members who Pleasanton 94566. The city’s Tennis Complex advise the Parks and Recreation Commission offers a wide variety of tennis activities, as well on trail-related issues. The TAHC meets on the as reserved courts. Free tennis courts are avail- fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at able at Fairlands Park and Muirwood Community 200 Old Bernal Ave. Call 931-5349. Park. Creekside Park has a practice wall. Call 931-3449. lifetimetennis.com. volleyball trails councils Adult Volleyball Adult league volleyball is open to ages 18 and older. It is held year round, Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay PO except during summer months, at Harvest Box 9583, Berkeley 94709. The council, a local Park Middle School, 4900 Valley Ave. on Mon chapter of the International Mountain Bike nights. Open gym drop-in volleyball runs the full Association, helps to educate cyclists in respon- year, also at Harvest Park, on Sun nights. Call sible mountain biking, advocate for appropriate 931-3447. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/ access and promote community among trail recreation. users so all may fully enjoy and preserve the nat- ural spaces of the East Bay. It has weekly group rides (spring-fall), conducts trail maintenance water sports projects, organizes volunteer trail patrols, offers Tri-Valley Water Polo This co-ed masters the Youth Mountain Bike Adventures program water polo club is open to high school varsity for underprivileged youth and holds BBQ socials. and collegiate caliber players. Practices take Call (510) 466-5123. www.btceb.org. E-mail: place year-round at the Dolores Bengtson [email protected]. Aquatic Center Saturdays 9-11 a.m. The club East Bay Area Trails Council The EBATC competes in a number of tournaments through- is composed of public agencies, equestrians, out the year. Call Jeff Roy, 339-1303. E-mail: hikers, bicyclists and conservationists who are [email protected]. committed to furthering the protection of the scenic and recreational resources of the East

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animal services Tue. Call 479-9670. www.eastbayspca.org. E-mail: [email protected]. Dog licenses 200 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton 94566. The city’s Utility Billing Valley Humane Society 3670 Nevada St., Department issues dog licenses. An up-to- Pleasanton 94566. Cat adoptions are from 11 date rabies vaccination certificate with expira- a.m.-5 p.m. Tue-Sat. Dog adoptions are avail- tion date is required. Prices are lower for dogs able on Saturdays. Adoption fees are $150 that are spayed or neutered if documentation for cats and $200 for dogs. Adoptions come

with appropriate vaccinations, neutering and P elletier anet is provided. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call J 931-5425. include a free visit with a vet. Microchipping A woman reads a book inside the Pleasanton Public Library, which is located is also available. Call 426-8656. www.valleyhu- East County Animal Shelter 4595 Gleason at 400 Old Bernal Ave. manesociety.org. Dr., Dublin 94568. The shelter is one of two run by the county. It impounds stray animals, Peters Ave., Pleasanton 94566. This indepen- Tri-Valley One Stop Career Center 5020 picks up sick and injured animals, issues cita- business groups dent, nonprofit corporation, which has 1,000 Franklin Dr., Pleasanton 94588. Nonprofit tions for violations, removes dead animals Business Builders USA Business Builders members, is devoted to creating economic career center that assists with employment. from public areas, rescues endangered USA is a network of Tri-Valley professional opportunity and strengthening the business It offers job search, resume and interviewing animals, investigates inhumane treatment of business people. Our members are commit- community. The chamber is not affiliated with skills workshops, resource library and a job animals and animal nuisance complaints, and ted to building each other’s businesses by the any government or agency. Hours: Mon-Fri bank. Career assessment tools are avail- issues dog licenses for unincorporated areas passing of leads. Each member is dedicated 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call 846-5858. www. able, as are dedicated phone lines and a fax of the county and the city of Dublin. Hours: to providing superior and reliable service in pleasanton.org. E-mail: [email protected]. machine for job seekers to use. Services are Daily 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Closed for county their business category. Meetings are 7 a.m. Pleasanton Downtown Association free. Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Wed holidays. Call 803-7040. Emergency dispatch the first and third Wed of the month at the 830 Main St., Ste. A, Pleasanton 94566. The noon-7 p.m.; Fri 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 485-5262. (510) 667-7763. Radisson Hotel, 6680 Regional St., Dublin. association is an organization of downtown www.trivalleyonestop.com. Pleasanton Animal Control 4833 Bernal Call Erwin Laranang, 484-5801. www.busi- merchants and business people. It spon- Tri-Valley Regional Occupation Program Ave., Pleasanton 94566. Call the Animal nessbuildersUSA.com. sors community events such as the First (ROP) 2600 Kitty Hawk Rd., Ste. 117, Services Bureau of the Pleasanton Police eBig (East Bay Innovation Group) PO Wednesday Street Party on the first Wed of Livermore 94551. ROP teaches occupational regarding all animal problems: lost, found, Box 2754, Livermore 94551. The East Bay the month May-Sept, antique faires, Art & classes to high school juniors and seniors in injured, bite, abuse, barking dogs. Call 931- Innovation Group holds educational lectures, Heritage Days, summer concerts in the park Pleasanton, Livermore and Dublin. ROP also 5100. workshops and events for members and inter- and two wine strolls each year. Call 484-2199. has two adult programs: cosmetology at the Tri-Valley Animal Rescue PO Box 11143, ested persons on topics such as blogging, www.pleasantondowntown.net. E-mail: info@ Dublin Beauty School and water and waste- Pleasanton 94588. Adopt dogs Saturdays 9:30 telecom and wireless technology, software, pleasantondowntown.net. water treatment at the Dublin-San Ramon a.m.-1 p.m. next to the Pleasanton Farmers’ women in technology and more. Visit the Tri-Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau Services District facilities. Call 455-4800. Market at First and Angela streets. Other website for a calendar of events. Call 826- 349 Main St., Ste. 203, Pleasanton 94566. www.tvrop.org. adoption locations and times are: PetsMart, 3863. www.ebig.org. E-mail: [email protected]. The bureau is the official public relations, TriValleyJobs.com The cities of Pleasanton, 6960 Amador Plaza Rd., Dublin, Saturday Express to Success Network, ABWA This sales and marketing arm for Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore and San Ramon sponsor noon-4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.; Pet Food group, an affiliate of the American Business Livermore, Dublin, San Ramon and Danville. this website to help residents find employ- Express, 4460 Tassajara Road, Dublin, Sat Women’s Association, is committed to wom- Call the bureau for information on where to ment close to home. It includes custom job 1:30-4 p.m., Sun 1-4 p.m.; and Pet Food en’s business development and providing edu- have a meeting or special event. Hours: Mon- searches, resume broadcasting and e-mail Express, 609 San Ramon Valley Blvd. Danville, cational opportunties for members. It meets Fri 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 846-8910. www.trival- alerts when matching jobs become available. Sat 11 a.m.-3 p.m. TVAR does not accept sur- from 6-8:30 p.m. the third Tue of the month at leycvb.com. E-mail: [email protected]. www.TriValleyJobs.com. rendered animals from the public. TVAR vol- the Four Points Sheraton Hotel, 5115 Hopyard unteers are often available at the East County Rd. Call Vera, 348-5584. www.expresstosuc- career/job services cemeteries Animal Shelter, 4595 Gleason Dr. in Dublin, cess.org E-mail: [email protected]. from 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. to assist people Forty Plus of Northern California 7700 Lone Tree Cemetery 24591 Fairview Ave., Hacienda Business Park Owners looking for a pet. Call 803-7043. www.tvar. Edgewater Dr., Ste. 626, Oakland 94621. This Hayward 94542. Nonprofit cemetery estab- Association 4473 Willow Rd., Ste. 105, org. E-mail: [email protected]. group is for professionals 40 and older who lished in 1868. It offers mausoleum, ground Pleasanton 94588. An organization of prop- are unemployed or in career transition. This burials and niches. Hours: open daily 8 a.m.-6 Tri-Valley SPCA 4651 Gleason Dr., Dublin erty owners in the Hacienda Business Park, volunteer-run organization offers a variety p.m. Call (510) 582-1274. www.lonetreecem- 94568. The Tri-Valley SPCA, a facility of the located near the intersection of I-580 and of workshops. The classes cover resumes, etery.com. E-mail: lonetreecemetery@sbc- East Bay SPCA, is committed to ending the I-680. The 875-acre park is one of the largest networking, interviewing and negotiating job global.net. euthanasia of all adoptable dogs and cats of its kind in Northern California and, at build- offers. It holds a free introductory presenta- in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. It Memory Gardens Odd Fellows out, could hold up to 11.2 million square feet tion Monday mornings, followed by a regular provides adoption services; affordable, high- Memorial Park 3873 East Ave., Livermore of mixed-use space. Call 734-6500. www. meeting with a guest speaker until noon. quality spay and neuter procedures; dog train- 94550. Established in 1911, this cemetery haciendabusinesspark.com. E-mail: info@ Additional support group meetings occur later ing classes; and community education about offers full burial, niches and a mausoleum. hacienda.org. in the week. Call (510) 568-7587. www.forty- responsible pet ownership. Hours: Wed-Thu It is adjacent to Callaghan Mortuary. Hours: Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce 777 plus.org. E-mail: [email protected]. 1-8 p.m.; Fri-Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed Mon- Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 447-8417.

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Oakmont Memorial Park and Mortuary by phone or via the website. Hours: 8 a.m.-10 2099 Reliez Valley Rd., Lafayette 94549. This com- p.m. Call 931-3449. www.lifetimetennis.com/ bined cemetery and mortuary provides complete Pleasanton. Cardinal Jewelers cemetery and funeral arrangements. Hours: Daily Veterans Memorial Building 301 Main St., 8 a.m.-dusk. Office closes at 5 p.m. Call 935-3311. Pleasanton 94566. This newly restored facility, Pleasanton Pioneer Cemetery (formerly built in 1932, houses the American Legion and “A world of fi ne gems.” Pleasanton Memorial Gardens Cemetery) Veterans of Foreign Wars and their functions. It 5780 Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton 94566. Formerly is regularly used for city recreation classes and run by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows special events. Its large main hall is available for Thank You for voting us Livermore Lodge #219, the cemetery was trans- rental, but usually is booked far in advance. Call Best Jewelry Store in Pleasanton ferred to city ownership. It is an old rural cem- 931-5340. etery that was established in 1882. Office hours are 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Visitation is from dawn to dusk. Call Jayne Archer, 455-9696. disabled people services Community Resources for Independent Roselawn Cemetery and Crematorium 1240 Envy Living 3311 Pacific Ave., Livermore 94550. CRIL N. Livermore Ave., Livermore 94550. Historical supports, empowers and teaches skills to people cemetery established in 1860 with many early with disabilities so they may more effectively Livermore pioneers. Traditional ground burials participate in daily community and life activi- and new urn garden. Future plans include niches. ties. CRIL teaches and advocates for change to Office hours: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat 10:30 Ga ay Loveights remove barriers to access for people with disabili- a.m.-3 p.m. Cemetery hours: daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ties. It provides service and support in the areas Trust. Honesty. Integrity. Call (510) 581-1206. of benefits, housing referrals, personal assistant Confi dence. Expertise. St. Augustine’s Catholic Cemetery 5780 Certain values can only be services, assistive technology and peer support. found at Master IJO Jeweler. Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton 94566. Historical cem- CRIL’s main office is in Hayward. Hours: Office etery with family-owned plots. No perpetual care. open Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Drop-in hours are Tue 2009 Crypts and niches offered. Call 846-4489. www. and Thu 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Mon and Fri by appoint- catholicsofpleasanton.org. 32 Years in Pleasanton ment. Call 371-1531. www.cril-online.org. E-mail: BRILLIANCE YOU DESERVE® Original Owner St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery 3885 East [email protected]. Ave., Livermore 94550. The cemetery was Dial-A-Ride Paratransit Service 1362 Rutan New Location! (925) 416-1111 New Location! established in 1880 and many of Livermore’s Ct., Ste. 100, Livermore 94551. Pleasanton reg- earliest pioneers are interred there. The cem- istered ADA clients can take advantage of this 3003-B Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton, CA etery is operated by the Catholic Cemeteries of In The Hopyard Village Shopping Center door-to-door registered transportation service dur- the Diocese of Oakland, with its central office ing the hours that Pleasanton Paratransit is not www.CardinalJewelers.com located in Lafayette. A cemetery counselor is operating. Call for pickup 24 hours to one week available for pre-need and at-need arrangements. in advance. No same-day service. If reserved five Appointments recommended. Send mail to PO days in advance, Dial-A-Ride can arrange con- Box 2149, Livermore 94551. Hours: Gates open nections with East Bay Paratransit and Links for daily 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in locations along the I-680 corridor. Fares are $3.50 the summer. Visitation is generally allowed from each way. Phone lines for reservations are open dawn to dusk. Office open by appointment only. Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat and Sun 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 455-9696. E-mail: bobl@catholiccemeteries. Call 455-7510. www.wheelsbus.com/dialaride/ org. index.html. East Bay Innovations 303 W. Joaquin Ave., community centers Ste. 110, San Leandro 94577. Assists clients with Amador Recreation Center 4455 Black Ave., disabilities to find and retain employment by Pleasanton 94566. The recreation center, located providing on-the-job training and support. Hours: in the 23.5-acre Amador Valley Community Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call (510) 618-1580. www. Park, is the site for a variety of city-sponsored eastbayinnovations.com. E-mail: jpowell@eastbay- classes for all ages. It is adjacent to the Dolores innovations.com. Bengtson Aquatic Center. Call 931-5340. www. Kaleidoscope Activity Center, Easter Seals ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/recreation. of the East Bay 7425 Larkdale Ave., Dublin Serving Pleasanton Century House 2401 Santa Rita Rd., Pleasanton 94568. Kaleidoscope is an after-school program 94566. Located at Bicentennial Park, this facil- for children ages 5-22 with developmental disabili- ity, which is a historic 1870 Victorian farmhouse, ties. The center provides activities, leisure skills, for 16 years offers community classes and can also be rented social interaction, community skills, arts and for private functions. Call 931-5340. crafts and recreation. The center has a second We pride ourselves in location in Livermore. Program hours are Mon-Fri Pleasanton Senior Center 5353 Sunol Blvd., 2-6 p.m. when school is in session. During vaca- the knowledge of each Pleasanton 94566. The senior center, located in tions and summer it runs from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Call Centennial Park, offers a variety of classes and line, resort or location 828-8857. www.bayarea.easterseals.com. support groups for seniors 55 and older. Its large we recommend, dining hall is the venue for the VIP club lunches, Keystone Adult Learning Center 1241 Quarry simply because we weekday Snappy Cafe lunches and other events Lane, Ste. 145, Pleasanton 94566. The mission of and classes for mature adults. The Peddler the Keystone Adult Learning Center is to provide have been there! Shoppe offers gifts handmade by the seniors opportunities for developmentally disabled adults and is open to the public. Call 931-5365. www. to lead meaningful and active lives within the ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/senior. mainstream of the Tri-Valley community. Ages 925.417.1733 22+ welcome. Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30 a.m.-3:30 Tennis & Community Park 5801 Valley Ave., p.m. Call 484-5330. www.kalc.org. E-mail: kal- 800.893.1633 Pleasanton 94566. The tennis complex offers ten- [email protected]. [email protected] nis lessons for adults and children, as well as a variety of other classes and camps. Its club room Pleasanton Paratransit Service 5353 Sunol www.cruiseandtravelco.com is available for rental. To reserve the club room, Blvd., Pleasanton 94566. Door-to-door transporta- call 931-3446. Court reservations can be made tion service is available for Pleasanton residents

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age 60 and older and disabled Pleasanton resi- [email protected]. dents age 18 and older who are ADA approved. R~Quest See listing under Health and Support Call for pickup 48 hours to two weeks in advance. Services in this section. No same-day service. Ticket punch cards are $25. Rides within Pleasanton are $2.50 each way. Service also includes medical offices in other event facilities for rent Tri-Valley cities at a cost of $3 per trip. Riders Alameda County Fairgrounds 4501 must register. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat Pleasanton Ave., The Alameda County 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone lines open Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-3 Fairgrounds provides professional event planning p.m. Call 931-5376. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/ and coordination staff, a one-of-a-kind location services/recreation/transportation.html. and many amenities. The more than 250 park- RADD—Recreation Activities for the like acres boast everything from a 12-foot indoor (925) 461-1110 Developmentally Disabled Recreation waterfall and outdoor wine garden to nearly 420 Main St. Downtown Pleasanton Activities for the Developmentally Disabled pro- 150,000 square feet of meeting space. Available vides activities such as dining, sports, entertain- for weddings, family reunions, conventions, cor- www.gourmetworks.net ment and recreation. Call to be added to mailing porate meetings, picnics or birthday parties. Call list for calendar of activities. Call 931-5373. www. 426-7600. www.alamedacountyfair.com. ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/recreation/radd.html. CarrAmerica Conference Center 4400 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton 94588. CarrAmerica www.BorgFence.com domestic violence help Conference Center hosts various conferences and meetings with its 1,920-square-foot audito- Domestic Violence Support Group 3663 rium and rooms ranging from 450-2,850 square Pacific Ave., Livermore, CA 94550. Tri-Valley feet. A cafe and technological support are also Fences & Decks • Retaining Walls Haven, a nonprofit organization that helps home- available. Call 398-2222. www.caconference.com. less and battered women and their children, Arbors/Trellises • Ornamental Iron Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery 400 Vineyard offers a Domestic Violence Support Group. Call Ave., Pleasanton 94566. This new event center Chain Link • Vinyl Ranch Rail for meeting time and location. Call 449-5845. opened in spring 2008 alongside the new Ruby Repairs • Fence & Deck Restoration Sexual Assault Support Group Tri-Valley Hill Winery at the corner of Vineyard Avenue Haven’s support group for women 18 years and and Isabel Avenue at Pleasanton’s border with older helps provide understanding and support for Livermore. Center features vineyard views and is assault survivors. Call for meeting time and loca- available for weddings, corporate meetings and tion. Call 449-5845. other special events. Call 931-9463. www.rubyhill- 575 Boulder Court, Pleasanton Temporary Restraining Order Clinic This winery.net E-mail: [email protected]. 925.426.9620 • Visit our Showroom clinic is for victims of domestic violence and/or Castlewood Country Club 707 Country Lic. #771763 sexual assault. Call for clinic time and location. Club Cl., Pleasanton 94566. Set in the location Call 449-5845. of Phoebe Hearst’s La Hacienda Del Pozo De Verona, the 50-room estate was built in 1886. drug, alcohol services The facility offers a 6,000-square-foot ballroom and an additional 2,000-square-foot banquet bar Al-Anon Family Groups Al-Anon Family and an optional 4,000-square-foot patio area. Club Groups offers programs to help families and members don’t have to pay the room charge. Call friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of 846-2871. www.castlewoodcc.org. living with problem drinking. Alateen, sponsored by Al-Anon, is a family recovery program for City Facilities for Rent The city maintains a young people. Al-Anon Family Group meetings listing of rental facilities available in Pleasanton for are held at various locations in the Tri-Valley at events such as weddings, meetings or birthday least once a day. Call 277-7661. www.ncwsa.org/ parties. Call 931-5340. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/ district-16.html or www.al-anon.org. E-mail: info@ services/recreation. ncwsa.org. Masonic Center 3370 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton Alcoholics Anonymous Crossroads 94588. The Masonic Center offers a meeting Thank you for voting us Fellowship, an AA support group for alcoholics, room, dining hall, kitchen and garden area for out- Best Car Wash! meets at 386 Preston Court. Meeting times: door events. They host events such as weddings, Mon-Fri 6:45 a.m., noon, 6:30 p.m., 8 p.m.; Sat seminars, trade shows and religious events. Call 6:45 a.m., noon, 8 p.m., midnight. Specific group 462-8424. www.pleasantonmasoniccenter.com PLEASANTON meeting times: women Sun 6:30 p.m.; newcom- Palm Event Center at Historic Ruby Hill ers Sun 8 p.m.; youth Sun 8 p.m. are all held at 1184 Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton 94566. This event Tri-Valley Fellowship, 3701 Old Santa Rita Road. center with panoramic views opened in May HAND CAR WASH Other locations available. Schedules available at 2004 and is available for ceremonies, wedding meetings. Call 449-9796 or 829-3160; 24-hour receptions, special events, parties, business func- CAR WASH • GASOLINE • DETAIL CENTER hotline 829-0666. www.valleyservicecenter.org. tions and meetings. Hours: Office is open daily 8 OPEN 8AM TO 6 PM MONDAY TO SATURDAY E-mail: [email protected]. a.m.-5 p.m. Call 426-8666. www.palmeventcen- 8:30AM TO 5:30PM SUNDAYS Axis Community Health See listing under ter.com. E-mail: [email protected]. Senior discounts given Monday thru Friday Health and Support Services in this section. Ruby Hill Golf Club 3400 West Ruby Hill Dr., Rain check policy on every wash Pleasanton 94566. Surrounded by vineyards and Biletnikoff Foundation 7080 Donlon Way, Ste. m Most wash services take approximately 126, Dublin 94568. A nonprofit organization that vies of the golf course, the Tuscan-style facil- 20 minutes offers support for teenage girls who have been ity holds indoor and outdoor events such as m Clean indoor waiting room with TV and affected by drug or alcohol abuse. Hours: Mon-Fri weddings and meetings. Call 417-5840. www. daily newspaper 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 556-2525. www.biletnikoff.net rubyhill.com m Gift & Snack shop E-mail: [email protected]. Narcotics Anonymous This group assists in family history 4005 Pimlico Dr., Pleasanton • 225-1777 helping people in the Tri-Valley and Contra Costa Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society areas with problems of addiction. Call 685-HELP PO Box 901, Livermore 94551. The group meets (685-4357). www.contracostana.org. E-mail: con- pleasantonhandcarwash.com

2009-10 Info Pleasanton 43 info Pleasanton community at Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Ct., free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents. Pleasanton Schools Strings Program. Call Denise, Health Library and the Ryan Comer Cancer the second Tue of the month at 7:30 p.m. It typi- Hours: Mon-Fri 1-5 p.m.; Thu 1-7 p.m. Call 449- 200-8054. www.psee.org. E-mail: denisewat- Resource Center, the largest collection of cancer cally has three other meetings each month, two 5845. www.trivalleyhaven.org. [email protected]. resources in Northern California. Call 373-4560. on genealogical software and a study group. For Valley Bible Church Food Pantry 7106 Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund 5506 Sunol www.valleycare.com. details, check the website under “Coming L-AGS Johnson Dr., Pleasanton 94588. The Food Pantry Blvd., Ste. 100, Pleasanton 94566. This fund, now Events.” Call Marie Ross, 447-1806. www.l-ags. at Valley Bible Church has open pantry hours on in its seventh year, runs from Thanksgiving week garden clubs org. E-mail: [email protected]. from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays. Since opening to early January and provides contributors with Livermore-Amador Valley Garden Club PO Pleasanton Public Library Genealogical in March 2008, the pantry has served over 200 an opportunity to donate to charities that serve Box 12093, Pleasanton 94588. The club provides Collection 400 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton families and passed out over 50,000 items. Local the Pleasanton community. With the Tri-Valley guest speakers and community outreach opportu- 94566. Family Tree Maker software available churches, scout groups, 4H clubs and schools Community Foundation matching every contribu- nities, such as maintaining the Sensory Garden at for people to research family history. Some help keep the pantry stocked. E-mail: smchew@ tion, this means that these charities receive $2 the Senior Center, an annual plant sale, Arbor Day books are also available. Hours: Docent available sbcglobal.net. for every $1 donated, with 100 percent of all planting and more. The club welcomes visitors at Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and in the eve- contributions being passed on to the charities its meetings and is open to anyone interested in ning by appointment and Saturdays by appoint- with no administrative or other fees. For informa- foundations & fundraising gardening. It meets at Alisal Elementary School, ment. Call 931-3400, ext. 7. tion, read Holiday Fund stories in the Pleasanton Multipurpose Room, 1454 Santa Rita Rd. Meeting organizations Weekly, which include a contribution coupon and time: second Thur of the month Sept-June at 7 Friends of the Library Friends of the Library list of community donors. E-mail: editor@pleasan- p.m. Call Lydia Roberts, 461-1725. farmers’ market sponsors two book sales per year, held at the tonweekly.com. Pleasanton Farmers’ Market Shop for fresh Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave. Proceeds Taylor Family Foundation See listing under produce, flowers, baked goods and more on go toward providing library programs, materials Health and Support Services in this section. health & support services West Angela between First and Main streets and equipment. Meetings held the last Mon of Tri-Valley Community Foundation 5674 Access for Infants and Mothers PO Box downtown. Cats and dogs are also available for the month at 7 p.m. Call to donate a book. Call Stoneridge Dr., Ste. 112, Pleasanton 94588. Since 15559, Sacramento 95852-0559. AIM provides adoption. Hours: Sat 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 825-9090. Nancy Bering, 462-4368. www.ci.pleasanton. 1982, the foundation has been a grant-maker, state subsidized, low-cost health insurance www.pcfma.com. ca.us/services/library. supporting the work of more than 100 local non- coverage for low-income pregnant women and Pleasanton Cultural Arts Foundation 400 profit organizations and schools. It also provides their infants. It is a sister program to the state’s food for the needy Main St., Ste. 214B, Pleasanton 94566. PCAF is technical assistance to nonprofit groups, helping Healthy Families Program. Applicants must meet specific requirements for eligibility. Hours: Mon- Alameda County Community Food Bank a nonprofit fundraising foundation established them to become better managed, more produc- Fri 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call (800) 433- PO Box 2599, Oakland 94614. The food bank’s toll by Pleasanton residents in conjunction with tive and financially secure. It also sponsors a job 2611. www.aim.ca.gov. free Emergency Food Hotline connects Alameda the Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council to support skills training program for at-risk youth, a program County residents with local emergency food construction and operation of public arts facili- that opens access to health care for the medically American Cancer Society 7000 Village Pkwy., programs and provides information about govern- ties. This includes the theater and gallery project indigent and a support program for the elderly. Ste. E, Dublin 94568. This volunteer-based orga- ment nutrition programs such as food stamps and planned for the Firehouse Arts Center on Railroad Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 734-9965. nization provides cancer information, patient school meals. Bilingual assistance is available. Ave. Call 846-1007. www.pleasantonartsfounda- www.tvcfoundation.org. E-mail: info@tvcfounda- services, such as rides to medical treatments and Hours: The food helpline receives calls Mon-Fri tion.org. E-mail: info@pleasantonartsfoundation. tion.org. support programs free of charge. It also provides org. 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Call (800) 870-3663. ValleyCare Foundation 1111 E. Stanley information for financial assistance programs www.accfb.org. E-mail: [email protected]. Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Blvd., Livermore 94550. This nonprofit founda- available to cancer patients in their area and an onsite wig resource room. Hours: Mon-Thu 9 Open Heart Kitchen 1141 Catalina Dr., #137, Foundation (PPIE) 333 Division St., Pleasanton tion, established in 1984, raises funds for the a.m.-5 p.m., and every other Friday 9 a.m. to 5 Livermore 94550. Hot meals are served free 94566. PPIE, a community-based organization, ValleyCare Health System. It sponsors special p.m. Call 833-2784, ext. 3 for local connection; for of charge, no questions asked, to anyone in exists to enhance learning experiences for stu- events throughout the year, including its annual 24-hour hotline call (800) ACS-2345 (227-2345). need. Four locations: Trinity Lutheran Church, dents of the Pleasanton Unified School District golf tournament in June and the Christmas Tree www.cancer.org. 1225 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton, Fri 4:30-6 p.m.; through a partnership of business, education and Lane in November. It initiated the California Wine Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East the community. Call 846-5620. www.ppie.org. Auction (now known as the San Francisco Bay American Red Cross Give blood at the Ave., Livermore, Tue-Wed noon-6 p.m.; Vineyard E-mail: [email protected]. Wine Auction) and continues to receive proceeds Pleasanton Blood Bank, 5556-B Springdale Ave. Christian Fellowship, 460 North Livermore Ave., Pleasanton Schools Educational from this annual December event. The foundation Hours: Mon 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tue noon-7:30 p.m.; Livermore, Thu 4-6 p.m.; and CrossWinds Church, Enrichment Foundation (PSEE) 351 Virginia also seeks funding from other sources, includ- Wed-Thu 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri-Sat 7:30 a.m.-3 6444 Sierra Court, Dublin, Mon 4-6 p.m. Call Way, Pleasanton 94566. PSEE is a nonprofit ing grants, from the ValleyCare Medical Center’s p.m. Call (800) 448-3543 for appointment. www. Linda McKeever, 580-1616. www.openheartkitch- public benefit corporation that provides grants to Auxiliary and from individuals and corporations. redcross.org. en.org. E-mail: [email protected]. the Pleasanton school system for music, art, sci- In 2004, the foundation raised more than $1.6 Axis Community Health 4361 Railroad Ave., million to help fund the medical center, its car- Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry 418 Junction ence and other educational enrichment programs. Pleasanton 94566. Axis Community Health offers diac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs, the Ave., Livermore 94551. The food pantry provides The all-volunteer organization also funds the services at four locations: 4361 Railroad Ave., Maternal/ Pleasanton: medical services, administrative offic- Child Fund, es, enrollment services, drug and alcohol testing the Intensive services, drug diversion program, Proposition 36 Care Unit, the program; 3311 Pacific Ave., Livermore: medical nspirations ValleyCare services, enrollment services; 6666 Owens Dr., I Faith Chapel in balance A place to belong Acupuncture Sunday School 9:15 am Effective and Safe Treatment for: Chronic and Acute Pain Morning Worship 10:30 am Neurological Disorders Upper Respiratory Disorders Child Care Provided JB Baranzini, L.Ac. Digestive Disorders Acupuncturist Urinary, Menstrual and Herbalist and Reproductive Disorders Insurance Accepted Immune Function (925) 846-8650 Addictions Flexible appointment Eye and Ear Disorders www.fcpleasanton.com hours Depression, Anxiety & Insomnia 6656 Alisal St. 1/2 off initial visit when Pleasanton, CA 94566 925.461.5372 you mention this ad. 4133 Mohr Ave. Suite I, Pleasanton, CA 94566 Pastor Rich & Margaret Rogers www.InBalanceAcupuncture.com 44 Info Pleasanton 2009-10 info Pleasanton community

Pleasanton: mental health services, teen drug and their caregivers. It meets at San Ramon and alcohol program, DUI program, IOP program; Regional Medical Center, 6001 Norris Canyon Rd., 1991 Santa Rita Blvd., Ste. H, Pleasanton: WIC Blackhawk Room. Meeting time: every fourth nutrition program. Call 201-6017. www.axishealth. Wed from 7:30-9 p.m. Call Jo Ann Swift, 443- org 4366. Bereavement Support Group of the Healthy Families Program PO Box 138005, Catholic Community This group of the Sacramento 95813. The Healthy Families Program Catholic Community of Pleasanton meets on the offers low cost insurance for children and teens second and fourth Thu of each month at 7:30 up to age 19. Subsidized by the state, the pro- p.m. It is open to anyone of any faith and is held gram provides health, dental and vision coverage at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge to children who meet the program rules and do Dr. In spring and fall, there is a seven-week not qualify for free Medi-Cal. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 bereavement workshop that meets weekly. Call a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call (800) 880- Mary Hagerty, 846-5377. 5305. www.healthyfamilies.ca.gov. Breast Cancer and Support Group of the Hope Hospice 6377 Clark Ave., Ste. 100, Catholic Community The Breast Cancer and Dublin 94568. Hope Hospice provides medical Support Group of the Catholic Community of and support services in an in-home setting for Pleasanton meets the second and fourth Tue patients who are facing a life limiting illness with of each month at 7 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Seton a prognosis of six months or less. Surviving Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr., room B. All are family members are offered 18 months of grief welcome. Call Mary Merucci, 846-8436 or Helen support from the Bereavement Program. Groups Wirtenson, 462-3798. for children, teens and adults and a resource Cancer Support Group A free support group library are available at no cost to the community. for people with cancer and their loved ones is Call for meeting times. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call held from 2 to 4 p.m. every Tue at the Valley Care 829-8770. www.hopehospice.com. E-mail: info@ Health Library, 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., Ste. hopehospice.com. 270. This group is facilitated by The Wellness Live Beat Dads 1173 Spruce St., Livermore, Community. Call 933-0107. E-mail: jblazin@twcba. 94551. This group for fathers raising their children org. provides information on legal rights for fathers CHADD Meetings are held for parents of chil- and mothers, including custody and child support dren with ADD/ADHD from 7-9 p.m. on the sec- issues. Child care is available. Meets at 1550 ond Wed of each month at Thomas Hart Middle Springtown Blvd., #7E, Livermore. Appointment School, 4433 Willow Rd. in the library. Group meetings are available. Meeting time: meets during school year. Call 484-2173. www. Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Call Pete, 449-8436. www. chaddnorcal.org. livebeatdads.us. E-mail: [email protected]. Diabetes and Nutrition Education Center Living Beyond Limits Cancer Support ValleyCare Medical Plaza, 5725 W. Las Positas, Group A support group for people actively Ste. 220, Pleasanton 94588. The center offers fighting cancer and for their loved ones, co- community education seminars, diabetes and sponsored by the American Cancer Society and nutrition counseling and classes by physician the ValleyCare Health Library. The group meets referral only. It also runs several free diabetes the first, third and fifth Thu from 7-8:30 p.m. at support groups that meet at the center. Hours: ValleyCare Health Center, 5575 Las Positas Blvd. Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Call 416-6710. www. Call Ken, 846-8594. E-mail: breastcare@comcast. valleycare.com. net. DRC Club and Company Diablo Respite NAMI Tri-Valley Family Support Group This Center, 2100 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek group is provided for family/caregivers of adults 94595. The DRC Club (for women) and Company with mental illness and meets from 7:15-9 p.m., (for men) are support groups and socialization pro- on the third Mon of every month, at Pathways to grams for those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge Dr., Suite #116. There’s disease and other memory loss disorders. Both also a group that meets in Livermore on the sec- groups meet for support group socialization and ond Monday of every month. fun field trips. Each group consists of 10-week Overeaters Anonymous OA is a fellowship of sessions, meeting once a week: Wed and/or people recovering from compulsive overeating, Thu from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Activities include starving and/or purging. OA offers mutual support discussions of relevant issues, organized outings, and a helpful plan of action. They meet at 7 p.m. tours and field trips, shared accomplishments every Tue at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, and reminiscing. Scholarship funds are available 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Visit oaeastbay.org. for eligible participants. Call Amy Price or Norman Parkinson’s Support Group This Tri-Valley Hansen, 210-6196. www.diablorespitecenter.org. area support group, sponsored by the Parkinson’s E-mail: [email protected]. Network of Mt. Diablo and the city of Pleasanton, Fibromyalgia Support Group This group is open to those with Parkinson’s disease meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Thu monthly at the and their families. Meetings are held at the ValleyCare Library, 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., Ste. Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. 270. Call 847-3000. Meeting time: second Sat of the month from 10 Grief Support Hope Hospice provides a variety a.m.-noon. Call 931-5379. of grief support programs free to the community. Parks and Community Services PO Box 520, It is not necessary to be a family member of a Pleasanton 94566. The Parks and Community Hope Hospice patient to participate. Hours: 9 Services Department offers exercise and well- a.m.-5 p.m. Call 829-8770. www.hopehospice. ness classes including yoga, meditation, weight com. E-mail: [email protected]. loss, hypnosis, aerobics and more. Call 931-5340. Head Injury Support Group The group www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/recreation. provides support for brain-injured individuals Prostate Cancer Support Group This is a

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drop-in support group for men with prostate global.net. cancer and their families. It meets the second Tri-Valley Bipolar Support Group This group CALLAHAN Tue of each month from 7-9 p.m. in the West provides peer support for people with mood dis- Day Room of the South Building at San Ramon orders such as bipolar disorder and depression. Regional Medical Center, 7777 Norris Canyon It meets Wednesdays from 7:15-8:45 p.m. at TILE & STONE Rd., San Ramon. Call 933-0107. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, Classroom 1, 3350 R~Quest 1811 Santa Rita, Ste. 108, Pleasanton Hopyard Rd. Call Al Pereira, 462-6415. www. Our large designer showroom 94566. R~Quest holds support groups for dbsalliance.org/tri-valleybipolar adults, adolescents, parents, families, women displays an extensive selection of Tri-Valley Parkinson’s Support Group The only and men only, covering a variety of con- group meets at 10 a.m. on the second Sat of stone, tile and unique decorative cerns. These include drug and alcohol addiction, each month at the Pleasanton Senior Center, accents featuring manufacturers as: eating disorders, recovery and relapse preven- 5353 Sunol Blvd., to provide information and tion, and adult and youth intervention. New support for Parkinson’s patients and caregivers. groups are formed in areas of community inter- Call 831-9940. • Sonoma Tilemakers • Oceanside Glasstile est. Call 426-0501. www.rquest.org. ValleyCare Health Library and Ryan • Landmark Metal Coat • Ken Mason Tile Self-Help for Clutter Get rid of clutter and Comer Cancer Resource Center ValleyCare discuss why it is a pyschological issue, not an • Jeffrey Court • Country Floors Medical Plaza, 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., Ste. organizing issue. Meetings are Mondays from 270, Pleasanton 94588. The health library offers 7-8:30 p.m. at the St. John and Mary’s Coptic personalized reference assistance and access Church, Room 7, 4300 Mirador Dr. No meetings to medical databases, including a Spanish video COMPLIMENTARY DESIGN held on holidays. Call 297-9246 or 426-5311. database, websites and articles. It also has SERVICE AVAILABLE Sexual Assault Support Group Tri-Valley more than 6,000 books, videos, DVDs, posters, IN OUR SHOWROOM Haven’s support group for women 18 years and models and interactive kits to check out. Hours: BY APPOINTMENT older helps provide understanding and support Mon and Fri 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Tues-Wed 10 a.m.-5 for assault survivors. Call for meeting times and p.m.; Thu 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Call 734-3315. www. location. Call 449-5845. valleycare.com/hl_about.html. 925-463-6000 Stress and Pain Management Group This group teaches people to use visualization, health clinics 4811 Hopyard Rd • Pleasanton relaxation techniques and new ways of thinking and hospitals (cognitive restructuring) to help reduce stress levels and down-regulate pain. Classes are Axis Community Health 4361 Railroad Ave., Gail & Mike Callahan, held at ValleyCare Health Library, 5725 W. Las Pleasanton 94566. Nonprofit community clinic Local Owners Positas Blvd., Ste. 270. Meeting time: first Wed that provides medical care, drug and alcohol of month from 11 a.m. to noon. Call 734-3315. recovery services, mental health counseling, DUI and court-ordered programs and the W.I.C. Taylor Family Foundation 5555 Arroyo Rd., program. Services are offered regardless of Livermore 94550. Nonprofit foundation that income, ethnicity or lifestyle. Medical care is provides medical care and psychiatric support also provided at its Livermore site, 3311 Pacific for children with life threatening and chronic ill- Tri-Valley's only Blind & Shade Factory Ave. and a new behavioral health center opened nesses and developmental disabilities and youth Over 20 in 2009 at 6666 Owens Drive. Hours: Medical at risk. It established Camp Arroyo in Livermore, Made right, made right here. Years of clinic: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m., some weekday a permanent residential summer youth camp evenings and Saturdays. Call 462-1755. www. Excellence where children and their families can build self- axishealth.org. esteem, camaraderie and long-lasting friend- ships in a caring and stimulating environment at Kaiser Permanente 7601 Stoneridge Dr., no cost. Hours: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 455- Pleasanton 94588. This health facility offers out- 5118. www.ttff.org. E-mail: [email protected]. patient services, adult primary care, allergy ser- vices, dermatology services, health education, Temporary Restraining Order Clinic This laboratory, mental health services, minor injury clinic is for victims of domestic violence and/or clinic, opthamalogy, optometry, pediatrics, physi- sexual assault. Call for clinic times and location. cal therapy, podiatry, radiology, urology, wom- Call 449-5845. en’s health clinic, orthopedics and a pharmacy. Tremor Support Group This group meets Must be a member of Kaiser to be treated at from 10 a.m.-noon on the third Sat of each this facility. Some services are available at the month, in the Blackhawk A and B conference following locations: 3825 Hopyard Rd., Ste. 140 rooms at San Ramon Regional Medical Center, and 5720 Stoneridge Mall Rd., Ste. 390. 6001 Norris Canyon Rd. The group helps those Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 847-5100. who have recently been diagnosed with ET www.kaiserpermanente.org. or would like to learn more about the most common movement disorder in a safe and San Ramon Regional Medical Center 6001 supportive environment. Call 487-5706. E-mail Norris Canyon Rd., San Ramon 94583. In opera- [email protected]. tion since 1990, the full-service acute care hos- pital has 123 beds, 24-hour emergency services, Tri-City Health Center 3311 Pacific Ave., Ste. as well as comprehensive inpatient and outpa- 14, Livermore 94550. TCHC, based in Fremont tient services. Its family birthing center features and with a local office in Livermore, provides We Are Commi ed To: private rooms with baths, a neonatal intensive a wide spectrum of health education, health care nursery and a pediatrician from Children’s r Exceptional Customer Service care, and social services. HIV testing: center Hospital Oakland on duty 24 hours a day. SRMC offers drop-in, anonymous and confidential HIV is a leader in minimally invasive surgery and r High Quality Products r Great Selection testing and confidential STD testing. Other ser- special programs include a Joint Replacement, vices include mental health, dental, teen clinic, Spine Program, Blood Conservation Program, chronic disease management, LGBT services 925.462.1207 www.window-ology.com Wound and Ostomy care program, Outpatient and homeless programs. Call Appointments and Surgery Center, cancer services, cardiac ser- medical advice: (510) 770-8040; Administration: Showroom and Factory located at 4225 Stanley Blvd. vices, a diabetes program, pediatric services (510) 770-8133; HIV testing: (510) 713-6690. near Downtown Pleasanton and pediatric and adult physical, speech and www.tri-cityhealth.org. E-mail: llossow@sbc-

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PHYLLIS AND CAROLYN WEINER of J. Rockcliff DAVE AND SUE FLASHBERGER of Keller Realtors in Pleasanton. One of the most successful Williams Tri-Valley. As veterans in real teams in the Tri-Valley, they are both passionate about estate, the Flashbergers have been selling Real Estate! Phyllis has lived in Pleasanton for 32 homes since 1988. As one of the top years and has enjoyed raising her family here with her husband Rick. She enjoys adventure travel where she production teams for Keller Williams Realty, hones her photography skills and loves to cook. Prior Dave & Sue work alongside to truly make to her successful real estate career with mom Phyllis, this a family aff air. And helping families is Carolyn was a championship gymnast. Today she is what they do best! With 3 children, they an expert snowboarder, traveler and adventure seeker. are passionate about Pleasanton schools Together they serve their clients from Pleasanton and devote many hours volunteering to Walnut Creek and beyond. Contact Phyllis & in the schools. Contact Dave & Sue at Carolyn at 925.872.1416. www.phyllisandcarolyn.com 925.463.0436. www.soldinafl ash.com

PAT GRIFFIN of Hometown GMAC JULIA MURTAGH of Alain Pinel Realtors Real Estate Service in Pleasanton. in Pleasanton. Juggles raising 3 boys Pat does stand-up comedy at Tommy while selling real estate in the Tri-Valley. T’s, Bunjo’s, and the Lesher Center. Unwinds by reading a great novel. Loves She has been married 45 years to the city of Pleasanton, which she has called home for 13 years. Inspired by husband Hal, who competes in those that help others. Appreciates her yo yo competitions. family, friends, clients and a great bottle Contact Pat at 925.426.3844. of wine. Contact Julia at 925.997.2411. www.hometowngmac.com/hpgriffi n www.juliamurtagh.com

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ROY DRONKERS of Keller Williams Realty DIANE SASS of J. Rockcliff Realtors. which is located at 459 Main Street in the Having lived in Pleasanton for 22 years, heart of Downtown Pleasanton. Roy has Diane knows and loves the Tri-Valley. been a Pleasanton Realtor and resident since When Diane isn’t providing you with 1986. Having assisted over 750 families buy friendly, professional service that or sell their homes, Roy fi nds great passion in his work. He is an active leader in the includes in-depth knowledge of the Real Estate Industry serving as president of area and current market conditions, she VREN- a local Real Estate group which has is active in her church, line dancing or raised over $60,000 for Tri-Valley community enjoying the beaches at Maui. So many agencies since 2007. 925-484-5200. books, so little time! Contact Diane at [email protected], www.dronkers.com 925-699-9508. www.dianesass.com

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occupational therapy services. Call 275-9200 or and the prevention and elimination of homeless- Meeting time: third Tue of the month 7-9 p.m. Call for Jewish learning, prayer and community in the 275-8230 for physical referrals. www.sanramon- ness, ECHO provides comprehensive housing 927-2444, ext. 3. www.pleasantonmothersclub. Tri-Valley area. Denomination: Jewish. Leader: medctr.com. counseling to low- and moderate-income clients. org. E-mail: [email protected]. Rabbi Richard Winer. Congregation size: 225 ValleyCare Medical Center 5555 W. Las Services include fair housing education and inves- Twin Valley Mothers of Twins Club PO Box families. Services: Shabbat services Fri 8 p.m., Positas Blvd., Pleasanton 94588. The medical tigation, landlord-tenant counseling and media- 195, Pleasanton, 94566. The organization meets except third Fri of the month when family ser- center, part of the ValleyCare Health System, is a tion, general home-seeking information, shared at John Knox Presbyterian Church, 7421 Amarillo vices are held at 7:30 p.m., preceded by a family full service acute care hospital with 186 beds and housing, homebuyer, mortgage and reverse mort- Rd., Dublin. The club provides support services subscription dinner at 6 p.m.; morning services in emergency services. It offers pediatrics, medical, gage counseling and a security deposit and delin- for mothers of twins, triplets or more, includ- Hebrew, most Saturdays 9:30-10 a.m., followed surgical, maternal, child and critical care services. quent rent assistance program. Hours: Mon-Fri 9 ing “Mom-to-Mom” individual help, a Preemie by Torah study until noon. Call 931-1055. www. Serving the Tri-Valley since 1961, ValleyCare a.m-4:30 p.m. and Fri 9 a.m.-1 p.m. by appoint- Closet, playgroups, one-on-one mentoring and bethemek.org. E-mail: [email protected]. recently opened a 10-bed Intensive Care Unit. ment only. Call 449-7340. www.echofairhousing. “Helping Hands,” which assists with meals, trans- Faith Chapel Assembly of God 6656 Alisal St., ValleyCare is currently expanding its emergency org. E-mail: [email protected]. portation and babysitting for members in crisis sit- Pleasanton 94566. Denomination: Pentacostal. room. ValleyCare also has a Livermore campus, Eden Information & Referral 570 B St., uations. Meeting time: second Tue of the month. Leader: Pastor Richard Rogers. Congregation size: which offers a health and wellness center and Hayward 94541. A nonprofit agency that tracks Round table for new and expectant parents 100. Services: Worship Sun 10:30 a.m., Sunday outpatient services, including physical therapy, available affordable housing throughout Alameda meets at 6:30 p.m. The general meeting begins at school all ages at 9:30 a.m., children’s church (age occupational therapy, outpatient surgery and County and provides referrals to emergency 7:30 p.m. Call 948-0004. www.tvmotc.org. 3-12) 11:15 a.m., women’s Bible study Wed 10 urgent care. Open 24 hours. Call 847-3000. www. shelters and many other human services. Hours: a.m. Senior adult ministry meets once a month, valleycare.com. Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call administrative services, places to worship call for date and time. Call 846-8650. www. Veterans Medical Center 4951 Arroyo Rd., (888) 886-9660 or client services, (510) 537-2552. fcpleasanton.org. E-mail: faithchapel@earthlink. Baha’i Faith of Pleasanton PO Box 1510, Livermore 94550. The Livermore Division of the www.edenir.org. E-mail: [email protected]. net. Pleasanton 94566. Congregation size: 60. VA Palo Alto Health Care System has a 120-bed Senior Affordable Housing Fountain Community Church 4455 Services: A prayer breakfast is held in Pleasanton nursing home and 20 sub-acute care beds as well See Seniors section. Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton 94588. Denomination: on the first and second Sun of the month. Prayer as an outpatient clinic. The division offers a full Christian, Foursquare. Leader: Pastor Paul Cleary. Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center meetings on other days are held in Dublin and array of specialty outpatient services, along with Congregation size: 80. Services: Sun at 10:30 20-A South L St., Livermore 94550. The Tri-Valley Livermore. A public meeting is held for those mental health and primary medical care. Open a.m. Childcare provided. Call 600-8182. www. Housing Opportunity Center opened its doors interested in learning about the Baha’i faith on only to veterans. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. fountaincc.org. E-mail: [email protected]. in 2005. The committee (TVAHC), comprised of the third Fri of the month. Call 485-9999. www. (outpatient clinic). Call 373-4700. www.palo-alto. elected officials and staff from Danville, Dublin, pleasanton-bahai.org. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 486 South med.va.gov. Livermore, Pleasanton and San Ramon, and J St., Livermore 94550. Denomination: Lutheran. Catholic Community of Pleasanton The Alameda and Contra Costa counties, was formed Leader: Pastor Paul Mueller. Congregation size: Catholic Community of Pleasanton has two in 1992 to collaborate and expand regional afford- 145. Services: Sun 9 a.m., 10:15 a.m. Call 371- historical associations churches: St. Elizabeth Seton located at 4001 able housing opportunities. The center offers 6200. www.goodshepherd-livermore.org/home. Amador-Livermore Valley Historical Society Stoneridge Dr. and St. Augustine located at homebuyer education classes and credit and bud- html. E-mail: [email protected]. 603 Main St., Pleasanton 94566. Founded in 1964 3999 Bernal Ave. Leader: Parochial Administrator get counseling at various locations in the Tri-Valley. to preserve the history of the area. The society Padraig Greene. Congregation size: about 5,000. Grace Presbyterian Church of Pleasanton It is also a referral service to community partners runs the Museum On Main, where the public Services: St. Elizabeth Seton: Sun 9 a.m., 11 a.m., Services held at Amador Valley High School, 1155 providing affordable housing opportunities. Hours: can attend lectures and special events, and view 4 p.m., 6:30 p.m. St. Augustine: Sat 5 p.m., Sun Santa Rita Rd. Mailing address: PO Box 1387, Mon-Fri 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call 373-3930. www. permanent and changing exhibits of historical 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon. Call 484-5020 or 846-4489. Pleasanton 94566. Denomination: Presbyterian tvhoc.org. E-mail: [email protected]. artifacts, with a requested donation of $2 for www.catholicsofpleasanton.org. E-mail: office@ (PCA). Leader: Pastor Tom Brown. Congregation admission. It also sells history books, miniatures catholicsofpleasanton.org. size: 40. Services: Sun 10 a.m. Family Sunday School hour at 9 a.m. Call 560-0094. www.grace- and postcards at its gift shop. Historical Society law Centerpointe Presbyterian Church (for- pleasanton.com. E-mail: gracechurch@gracepleas- membership is open to all. Members reception Legal Assistance for Seniors/Tri-Valley merly Pleasanton Presbyterian Church) anton.com. held annually. Hours: Wed-Sat 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun Project 464 7th St., Oakland 94607. Nonprofit 3410 Cornerstone Court., Pleasanton 94566. The 1-4 p.m. Call 462-2766. www.museumonmain.org legal firm provides legal assistance to low- and congregation of Pleasanton’s oldest church has Harvest Valley Christian Church 3200 E-mail: [email protected]. moderate-income seniors with critical legal moved from its previous site at 4300 Mirador Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton 94588. Denomination: Native Sons of the Golden West Pleasanton problems affecting their ability to survive and Drive to the current one at 3410 Cornerstone Non-denominational. Leader: Pastor Garry Senna. Parlor 244 The goal of this club of native-born maintain autonomy. Emphasis is on basic needs: Court, and has been renamed to reflect its new Congregation size: 250. Services: Sun 10 a.m. Californians is the preservation of California his- income, health care, physical safety and indepen- being. Leader: Pastor Mike Barris. Congregation Call 484-2482. www.harvestvalley.org. E-mail: tory. It also hosts dedications of historical sites. dence. Its programs include the Health Insurance size: 350 households. Services: Sun 9 a.m. [email protected]. The group meets at the Regalia House, 4133 Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP), a and 10:30 a.m. Leader: Pastor Mike Barris. Hindu Community and Cultural Center 1232 Regalia Ave. Meeting time: second Wed of the service to help Medicare beneficiaries navigate Congregation size: 350 households. Services: Arrowhead Ave., Livermore 94551. Denomination: month at 7 p.m., except in June and July. Call the health insurance maze. Hours: Mon-Fri 9 Sun 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Call 846-4436. www. Shiva-Vishnu Temple. Services: A place where Richard, 455-8633. a.m.-5 p.m. Call (510) 832-3040. www.lashicap. centerpointechurch.info. Hindus can pray, study religion and have cul- org. E-mail: [email protected]. Chabad of the Tri-Valley 784 Palomino Dr., tural programs. The center is open Mon-Thur 9 housing help Pleasanton 94566. Chabad of the Tri-Valley is dedi- a.m.-noon, 6-8 p.m.; Fri-Sun 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Balaji cated to making Jewish principles and heritage abhishekam is held Sat 10 a.m. Call 449-6255. Adobe Services 40849 Fremont Blvd., Fremont mothers clubs accessible to all Jews. In addition to synagogue www.livermoretemple.org. 94538. This nonprofit organization provides Mothers of Preschoolers MOPS (Mothers services, it provides youth programs, adult educa- Jehovah’s Witnesses 10971 Dublin Canyon affordable housing linked to job training, employ- of Preschoolers) invites all mothers with at least tion, pre-school, Sunday school and community Rd., Pleasanton. Call 463-0217. ment opportunities and supportive services to one child age 0-5 (you need not bring your child service activities. Denomination: Jewish. Leader: low-income families. Call (510) 657-7403. www. to join). It meets for speakers, crafts, snacks and Lighthouse Baptist Church 118 Neal St., Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. Services: weekly Fri eve- adobeservices.org. discussions. Newborns can stay with mom and Pleasanton 94566. Formed by the merging of ning services at 7 p.m. Monthly Shabbot services the children have their own age-specific classes. the Amador Valley and Tri-City Baptist churches. City of Pleasanton Housing Specialist 157 at 10 a.m. Call 846-0700. www.JewishTriValley. If you are new to mothering or to the area, you Leader: Pastor Bill Bryson. Congregation size: 90. Main St., Pleasanton 94566. Housing Specialist com. E-mail: [email protected]. Services: Sun 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Deaf interpreta- Scott Erickson provides information about afford- can join to relax a bit and meet other moms. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints tion provided. Bible classes for all ages Sun 9:30 able rental, ownership and senior housing. Call Meets at the Valley Bible Church, 7106 Johnson 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz, Pleasanton 94588. a.m. Call 846-7220. www.atthelighthouse.com. 931-5007. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/community/ Dr. Meeting time: every other Tue 9-11 a.m. Call Denomination: Mormon. Leader: President Arthur E-mail: [email protected]. housing. 227-1301, ext. 120. T. Morley. Congregation size: 1,800. Services: Sun Pleasanton Mothers Club PO Box 10141, Living Vine Fellowship 4100 First St., Community Resources for Independent 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 2-4 p.m. Pleasanton Wards Pleasanton 94588. Pleasanton’s largest club, Pleasanton 94566. Denomination: Baptist. Leader: Living (CRIL) See listing under Disabled 1 and 4 meet at these times at 6100 Paseo Santa with more than 400 members, for families with Pastor Paul Moxon. Services: Sun 10:45 a.m. Call Services in this section. Cruz and Pleasanton Wards 2 and 3 meet at 3574 children ages 0-5. Enjoy events for moms, chil- 727-7049. www.livingvinefellowship.com. E-mail: ECHO (Eden Council for Hope & Vineyard Ave. Call 846-0260. www.lds.org. dren and families throughout the year along with [email protected]. Opportunity) 3311 Pacific Ave., Livermore Congregation Beth Emek 3400 Nevada Ct., education and play groups. Monthly meetings Lynnewood United Methodist Church 4444 94550. Dedicated to equal housing opportunities Pleasanton 94566. This synagogue is a center at Mohr Elementary School, 3300 Dennis Dr. Black Ave., Pleasanton 94566. Hours: Mon-Fri

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1. Bent Creek Winery 11. Deer Ridge Vineyards 21. Les Chênes Estate Vineyards 30. Occasio Winery 39. The Steven Kent Winery 5455 Greenville Rd. 1828 Wetmore Rd. 5562 Victoria Ln. 2245 S. Vasco Rd. 5443 Tesla Rd. Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 455-6320 743-9427 373-1662 371-1987 243-6440 2. Big White House Winery 12. Eagle Ridge Vineyard 22. Little Valley Winery 31. Page Mill Winery 40. Tamás Estates 6800 Greenville Rd. 10017 Tesla Rd. 793 Main St., Ste. J 1960 S. Livermore Ave. 5489 Tesla Rd. Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 Pleasanton 94566 Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 449-1976 447-4328 862-9006 456-7676 456-2380 3. BoaVentura de Caires Winery 13. Eckert Estate Winery 23. Livermore Valley Cellars 32. Red Feather Winery 41. Tenuta Vineyards 9309 Tesla Rd. 2400 Arroyo Rd. 2838 Cellars Dr. 5700 Greenville Rd. 633 Kalthoff Commons Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 606-9672 371-8606 454-9463 (510) 861-2722 960-1006 4. Bodegas Aguirre Winery 14. Elliston Vineyards 24. Longevity Wines 33. Retzlaff Vineyards 42. Thomas Coyne Winery 8580 Tesla Rd. 463 Kilkare Rd. 35 Rickenbacker Circle South, 1356 S. Livermore Ave. 51 E. Vallecitos Rd. Livermore 94550 Sunol 94586 Ste. B Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 606-0554 862-2377 Livermore 94550 Also at Blacksmith Square 373-6541 5. Cedar Mountain Winery 15. El Sol Winery 551-3673 25 S. Livermore Ave. 43. Wente Vineyards Estate 7000 Tesla Rd. 8626 Lupin Way 25. Marr Cellars 447-8941 Winery Tasting Room Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 5143 Tesla Rd. 34. Rios-Lovell Estate Winery 5565 Tesla Rd. 373-6636 606-1827 Livermore 94550 6500 Tesla Rd. Livermore 94550 6. Charles R Vineyards 16. Fenestra Winery 606-9463 Livermore 94550 456-2305 8195 Crane Ridge Rd. 83 Vallecitos Rd. 26. McGrail Vineyards & Winery 443-0434 44. Wente Vineyards Visitors Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 5600 Greenville Rd. 35. Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery Center & Tasting Room 454-3040 447-5246 Livermore 94550 3053 Marina Ave. 5050 Arroyo Rd. 7. Chouinard Vineyards 17. Garré Vineyards & Winery 373-6214 Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 33853 Palomares Rd. 7986 Tesla Rd. 27. Miramont Estate Vineyard 447-4280 456-2405 Castro Valley 94552 Livermore 94550 5143 Tesla Rd. 36. Ruby Hill Winery 45. Westover Vineyards & (510) 582-9900 371-8200 Livermore 94550 400 Vineyard Ave. Winery 8. Concannon Vineyard 18. Hidden Creek Wine 606-9463 Pleasanton 94566 34329 Palomares Rd. 4590 Tesla Rd. 21 S. Livermore Ave., Ste. 113 28. Mitchell Katz Winery 931-9463 Castro Valley 94552 Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 at Ruby Hill 37. Ryhan Estate Vineyards (510) 537-3932 456-2508 371-2424 1188 Vineyard Ave. 5385 East Ave. 46. White Crane Winery 9. Crooked Vine Winery/Stony 19. John Christopher Cellars Pleasanton 94566 Livermore 94550 5405 Greenville Rd. Ridge Winery 25 S. Livermore Ave., Ste. 103 931-0744 (408) 209-9498 Livermore 94550 4948 Tesla Rd. Livermore 94550 29. Murrieta’s Well 38. The Singing Winemaker 455-8085 Livermore 94550 456-9463 3005 Mines Rd. 5143 Tesla Rd. 47. Wood Family Vineyards 449-0458 20. La Rochelle Winery Livermore 94550 Livermore 94550 7702 Cedar Mountain Dr. 10. Cuda Ridge Wines 5443 Tesla Road 456-2390 606-9463 Livermore 94550 5385 East Ave., Ste. B Livermore 94550 606-7411 Livermore 94550 243-6442 (510) 304-0914 to Stockton to San Francisco to Walnut Creek N. Livermore Ave. Exit 18, 19, 32 15 Portola Ave. Pleasanton . Vasco Lupin Way

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9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Denomination: Methodist. size: 580. Services: Sun 8 a.m., 10:15 a.m. Adult to bring women into full participation in the painting products, motor oil, filters, antifreeze, Leader: Rev. Gary Grundman. Congregation education at 9:15 a.m. and Sunday school at 10 mainstream of American society exercising all its transmission and brake fluid and other auto prod- size: 300. Services: Sun mid-Sept to mid-June 9 a.m. Call 462-4802. www.stclarespleasanton.org. privileges and responsibilities in equal partnership ucts, pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers and other a.m., 10:30 a.m.; summer service 9:30 a.m. Call E-mail: [email protected]. with men. NOW opposes laws or activities that garden products, pool chemicals, mercury ther- 846-0221. www.lynnewood.org. E-mail: office@ St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church 4001 deny or limit womens’ rights, status or access. mometers, fluorescent light tubes and household lynnewood.org. Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton 94588. See Catholic Call for dates and topics of meetings and a news- and auto batteries. Accepts waste from Alameda Pleasant View Church of Christ 11300 Community of Pleasanton lisiting. letter. Call 462-1776. E-mail: ACTNOWpresident@ County households only. Small businesses call yahoo.com. (510) 670-6460. Does not accept TVs, computers, Dublin Canyon Rd., Pleasanton 94588. Trinity Lutheran Church of Pleasanton 1225 microwaves, regrigerators or other machinery or Denomination: Non-denominational. Leader: Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton 94566. Denomination: League of Women Voters of Livermore- equipment. See listing for Pleasanton Garbage Minister Mark Guy. Congregation size: 100. Lutheran (ELCA). Leader: Pastor David Beard, Amador Valley PO Box 702, Livermore 94551. Service Facilities. Also in Oakland and Hayward. Services: Sun 9 a.m., 5 p.m. Call 463-0975. Pastor Brian Deckinger. Congregation size: The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan Call (800) 606-6606. www.household-hazwaste. www.pvchurchofchrist.com. 1,000. Services: Sun 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m. Call 846- political organization encouraging the informed org. E-mail: [email protected]. Pleasanton Evangelical Free Church 6363. www.trinitypleasanton.org. E-mail: trinl@ and active participation of citizens in government. 6900 N. Valley Trails Dr., Pleasanton 94588. aol.com. It influences public policy through education and Eyeglasses Donation The Lions Club collects advocacy. Call 443-VOTE (443-8683). http://lav. used eyeglasses and donates them to those in Denomination: Evangelical Free. Leader: Pastor Valley Bible Church at the Crossing 7106 ca.lwvnet.org or www.smartvoter.org. E-mail: need. Donations can be made at the bin in front Bob Slack. Congregation size: 75. Services: Sun Johnson Dr., Pleasanton 94588. Denomination: [email protected]. of the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal 9:30 a.m. followed by Sunday school. Call 462- Non-denominational. Leader: Pastor Gary Ave. Lenscrafters in Stoneridge Mall also accepts 4362. www.pleasantonefc.org. E-mail: roberte- Darnell. Congregation size: 550. Services: Sun Tri-Valley Democratic Club PO Box 11886, eyeglass donations for its “Gift of Sight” program. [email protected]. 9:15 a.m., 11 a.m. Interpretation for the deaf Pleasanton 94588. Meet other area Democrats, Call Juanita Furtado 462-9498. Resurrection Lutheran Church of Dublin at the 9:15 a.m. service. Children’s and middle discuss community outreach and hear civic 7557 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin 94568. and high school Sunday services 9:15 a.m. Call and party leaders speak. Open to registered Mercury Recycling Program Pleasanton Denomination: Lutheran (ELCA). Leader: 227-1301. www.thecrossing.org. E-mail: vbc@ Democrats. Meets at I.B.E.W. Hall, Local 595, City Hall, 200 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton Pastor Jim Bliss. Congregation size: 200. thecrossing.org. 6250 Village Pkwy., Dublin. Call to confirm meet- 94566. Also, the Operations Service Center, ing dates and times. Meeting time: third Mon of Administration Building, 3333 Busch Rd. Services: Sun 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 9:45 Valley Community Church 4455 Del Valle the month at 7 p.m. Call 443-DEMO (443-3366). Residents of Pleasanton may bring in fever a.m. for Sunday school for middle school stu- Pkwy., Pleasanton 94566. Denomination: www.trivalleydems.com. E-mail: info@trivalley- thermometers (in original case or protective dents and adults; Tue 7 a.m. prayer service. Interdenominational. Leader: Pastor Dany Hall. dems.com. container) and exchange them for free digital Call 828-1580. www.resluthdublin.org. E-mail: Congregation size: 1,200. Services: Sun 9 a.m., thermometers. No broken thermometers will be [email protected]. 10:45 a.m. Call 846-6622. www.valleycommu- Tri-Valley Republican Women Federated The accepted. Hours: Mon-Fri: 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the St. Augustine Catholic Church 3999 Bernal nitychurch.org. E-mail: info@valleycommunity- group promotes an informed public through politi- Operations Service Center and 7:30 a.m.-5:30 Ave., Pleasanton 94566. See Catholic Community church.org. cal education and activity. Guest speakers at each p.m. at City Hall. Call 931-5425 or Brian Lorimer of Pleasanton listing. dinner meeting discuss various political issues. Call for locations, times and reservations. The 931-5511. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church 3350 Hopyard political groups club does not meet in July, Aug or Dec. Meeting Pleasanton Garbage Service 3110 Busch Rd., Rd., Pleasanton 94588. Denomination: Episcopal. ACT NOW PO Box 2743, Dublin 94568. The time: second Thu of the month, 6:30 p.m. Call Pleasanton 94566. Provides Pleasanton’s residen- Leader: Rev. Ronald D. Culmer. Congregation National Organization for Women takes action president R. Jo Molz 846-6155 or Karen Wind tial and commercial garbage pick-up, removes 846-2702. www.trivalleyrepublicanwomen.org. and sorts recyclable materials from the collected E-mail: Karen Wind, [email protected]. trash. It also offers curbside recycling of green- waste and food scraps. Residents can also dump non-hazardous trash at its Transfer Station and radio & TV stations bring recyclable trash to its Recycling Center, both Comcast Channel 26 2333 Nissen Dr., on site. It also accepts refrigerators, computers, Livermore 94550. Announces local nonprofit microwaves and other electronic equipment. Will events and activities. Community-oriented events, 2009 also dispose of fluorescent lamps, thermostats, such as luncheons and parades, can be video- mercury switches and mercuric oxide batteries. taped and aired on this channel. Call 455-3951. Hours: daily 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 846-2042. www. KKIQ 101.7 FM 7901 Stoneridge Dr., Ste. 525, pleasantongarbageservice.com. EMC is a 3rd generation Pleasanton 94588. KKIQ strives for quality, con- StopWaste.Org 1537 Webster St., Oakland alternative medicine sistent broadcasting and commitment to the 94612. The Authority manages a long-range pro- Alameda, Contra Costa and San Joaquin com- gram for development of solid waste facilities and family healthcare munities. Its format is considered to be “hot adult offers a wide variety of programs in the areas of practice offering the very contemporary.” Call 455-4500. http://kkiq.com. waste reduction, recycling, home composting, Tri-Valley Community Television—TV30 green building, business recycling assistance, best in acupuncture, 4663 Bernal Ave., Ste. B, Pleasanton 94566. funding, market development, technical assis- acupressure, and herbs. TV30, which operates channels 28, 29 and 30, tance and public education. Hours: Mon-Fri 9 is a California nonprofit corporation created a.m.-5 p.m. Call (510) 891-6500. www.stopwaste. and funded mainly through Comcast fees on org. E-mail: [email protected]. cable subscriber bills and by the four cities of Call us today for a Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin and San Ramon seniors FREE consultation, and to provide local information about these com- munities on television. Channel 30 programming Affordable Housing For a list of low-income please visit our website includes local sports, lifestyle, public affairs and senior housing, visit the city’s website at www. for a complete list of educational shows. Channels 28 and 29 air Tri- ci.pleasanton.ca.us/community/housing/sr-citizen- Valley school board and City Council meetings. housing.html. Call Scott Erickson, 931-5007. specialized healthcare Hours: On air daily from 6 a.m.-2 a.m. Office Dial-A-Ride Paratransit Service See listing services. hours: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call 462-3030. under Disabled Person Services. www.tv30.org. Emotional Wellness Support Group This alcohol and drug recovery program for seniors recycling & hazardous age 60 and older meets every other Thu from 925.847.8889 2-3:30 p.m. at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 waste disposal 3510 Old Santa Rita Rd Suite D Pleasanton, CA 94588 Sunol Blvd. Call Charlene, 931-5393. Alameda County Permanent Household Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Hazardous Waste Facility Accepts household www.EasternMedicalCenter.com Program Health Insurance Counseling and hazardous waste such as cleaners, paints and Advocacy Program (HICAP) offers free individual

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counseling to seniors on billing, claims and other Spectrum Community Services Inc. 201 Main St., Fridays at 11:45 a.m. Guests are [email protected]. questions about Medicare, HMOs and other Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., welcome. Associated with this club is the Foothill Sojourner House 3663 Pacific Ave., Livermore health and long-term care insurance. HICAP will Pleasanton 94566. Spectrum provides daily Meals Kiwanis Key Club for high school students that 94550. Sojourner House, which is run by Tri-Valley counsel by appointment only at the Pleasanton on Wheels for frail, ill, homebound elders and meets at Foothill High School, 4375 Foothill Rd. Haven, is a homeless shelter for families and Senior Center on the first and third Thu of every dining hall meals for seniors, with lunches at Thursdays from noon-12:30 p.m. Call Chuck single women with 16 beds and a maximum month at 9 a.m.-noon. HICAP counseling is also the Pleasanton Senior Center. For reservations McGraw, 294-9981. stay of six months. The organization also runs a available at the Livermore and Dublin senior cen- call 931-5385. Call by 1 p.m. the day before to Pleasanton Lions Club PO Box 266, domestic violence shelter for women and children ters and Valley Memorial Hospital. Call (800) 393- reserve. Suggested donations for meals are $3.25- Pleasanton 94566. The club is dedicated to find- with a maximum stay of 120 days. Locations 0363 or the Pleasanton Senior Center, 931-5365 $4.75. Call 931-5385. www.spectrumcs.org. ing a cure for blindness and providing service to undisclosed. Hours: shelter open 24 hours daily. for appointments. The Parkview Assisted Living 100 Valley Ave. the community. Members collect used eyeglass- Admin: Mon-Thu 9 a.m-5 p.m.; Fri 9 a.m.-noon. Legal Assistance for Seniors/Tri-Valley (formerly Junipero Street), Pleasanton 94566. es and donate them to those in need, provide Call 449-2510. www.trivalleyhaven.org. E-mail: Project See listing under Law heading in this The Parkview opened in January 2007. Of the eye surgery for developing countries and host [email protected]. section. 105 units in the facility, 31 are set aside for low- various fundraisers throughout the year. Meets at Tri-Valley Haven 3663 Pacific Ave., Livermore Lunch at the Senior Center’s Snappy Cafe income seniors, making it one of the largest the Hilton Pleasanton, 7050 Johnson Dr. Meeting 94550. Tri-Valley Haven provides a shelter for bat- See Spectrum Community Services under this blocks of affordable assisted-living housing in time: second and fourth Tue of the month at 7:15 tered women and children, counseling, a legal heading. Call 931-5385. Alameda and Contra Costa counties. The assisted p.m. Call 846-9628. clinic and other practical assistance. It also has a living community features studio, one-bedroom Meals on Wheels See Spectrum Community Pleasanton Masonic Lodge #321 3370 24-hour crisis line and community violence pre- and two-bedroom apartments along with common Services under this heading. Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton 94588. The Pleasanton vention and education services. Hours: Mon-Thu areas including a living room, library, wellness cen- Masonic Lodge, which belongs to the Masonic 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri 9 a.m.-noon. Call admin office, Open Heart Kitchen 1141 Catalina Dr., Ste. 137, ter, multipurpose rooms, a community dining area Fraternity, is an organization of men dating back 449-5845. 24-hour Crisis Line, (800) 884-8119 or Livermore 94550. Open Heart Kitchen serves and a private dining room. The facility also has a to the early 1700s. The Masonic Fraternity is one 449-5842. www.trivalleyhaven.org. meals five days a week to low-income seniors memory care wing for those with Alzheimer’s and of the largest charitable organizations in the U.S., from 4-5:30 p.m. at Ridge View Commons, 5200 other memory impairments. Call 461-3042. www. which includes the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital. Case Ave. Call Linda McKeever, 580-1616. www. eskaton.org/facilities/parkview.html. The Pleasanton lodge supports local charitable sister cities openheartkitchen.org. E-mail: info@openheart- Widowed Men and Women of Northern organizations. The lodge was chartered in 1894. Pleasanton-Tulancingo Sister City kitchen.org. California PO Box 1701, Pleasanton 94566. Meeting time: first Wed of the month at 8 p.m. Association PO Box 5283, Pleasanton 94566. Pleasanton Paratransit Service See listing Social group for men and women who have lost Call 462-8424. www.calodges.org/no321. Tulancingo, Mexico has been sister city to under Disabled Person Services. Pleasanton for 25 years. The association, which is a spouse. Get together for plays, dinners, lunches Pleasanton North Rotary Club PO 1142, open to everyone, promotes friendship between Pleasanton Senior Center 5353 Sunol Blvd., and more. Meets at various locations. Call Rose, Pleasanton 94566. World’s largest service organi- the two countries by meaningful cultural exchang- Pleasanton 94566. The Pleasanton Senior Center 833-8427. zation that does community and worldwide ser- es for adults and a student exchange program. A offers the following activities and resources Wiesner Senior Fund 5353 Sunol Blvd., vice projects. Meets at Pleasanton Hilton, 7050 room with Mexican treasures that were gifts to for mature adults: a personal computer group, Pleasanton 94566. This local nonprofit organiza- Johnson Dr. Meeting time: Fri 12:15 p.m. www. Pleasanton throughout the program’s 25 years Internet access workstation, Pleasanton V.I.P. tion helps adults 60 and older by giving one-time pnr-rotary.org. E-mail: [email protected]. is located in City Hall, next to the Public Works Senior Club, Senior Meals, local day trips, crafts emergency grants for medical supplies, treatment Rotary Club of Pleasanton PO Box 352, Department. Ask at the desk for the key. Call his- classes, a woodshop program, Senior Players or equipment; utility bills; appliance repairs; or Pleasanton 94566. The Rotary Club works to torian Corinne Mavridis, 846-6644 for a tour of the Theater Group, community lectures, dances, any other critical need. Applications are available benefit charitable organizations in the community, room. Call Jorge for general info, 462-6723. www. support groups, information and referral, health through the Senior Support Program at the Senior funding scholarships and generally promoting ptsca.org. screenings, income tax assistance, legal assis- Center. Staff will assist in filling out applications. good citizenship. Meets at Hap’s Restaurant, 122 tance, health insurance and Medicare counseling, Pleasanton/Blairgowrie/Fergus Sister Call 931-5379. W. Neal St.Meeting time: Thursdays from 12:15- volunteer opportunities, exercise, yoga and tai chi City Organization PO Box 10162, Pleasanton 1:30 p.m. www.pleasantonrotary.org. E-mail: classes, bridge, daytime bingo and more. Call for 94566. Pleasanton is sister city with Blairgowrie, [email protected]. meeting times. Drop by the Senior Center for its service groups Scotland and Fergus, Ontario, Canada. The monthly calendar and menu. Hours: Mon-Fri 9 Amador Lions Club The club is dedicated to Soroptimist International of Pleasanton/ program offers cultural learning experiences, a.m.-4:30 p.m. and for scheduled events. Call 931- finding a cure for blindness and providing ser- Dublin PO Box 51, Pleasanton 94566. Celtic genealogical resources, social activities 5365. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/senior. vice to the community. Members collect used Soroptimist International provides a global voice and events, bimonthly newsletter, discounts for eyeglasses and donate them to those in need, for women through awareness, advocacy and Scottish/Celtic activities and a spring concert. Senior Health Screening 5353 Sunol Blvd., provide eye surgery for people in developing action. It strives for the advancement of the sta- The club also hosts a student exchange for high Pleasanton 94566. The Senior Support Program countries and host various fundraisers throughout tus of women. Meets at Vic’s All Star Kitchen, 201 school juniors and seniors. Call Kathy 462-6378. conducts health screening at the Senior Center, the year. Meeting time: first and third Thu of the Main St. Meeting time: second and fourth Wed of www.pbsco.org. E-mail: [email protected]. including blood pressure and cholesterol checks; month at noon. Call Tom, 399-5049 for locations. the month at noon. Call Corrine, 846-6644. hemoccult, diabetes, urine and hearing tests; Call 417-2550 to leave a message. nutrition counseling; foot care; and medication Tri-Valley Rotary PO Box 12545, Pleasanton social services review. Hours: second Mon of each month and Assistance League of Amador Valley PO Box 94588. The Rotary is a local and international com- Alameda County Social Services 3311 Pacific occasional fourth Mon at 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Call 11843, Pleasanton 94588. Assistance League of munity service organization. This dinner group Ave., Livermore 94550. Takes applications for 931-5365 to make appointments. Amador Valley reaches out to those in need in meets at the Girasole Restaurant, 3180 Santa Rita assistance for all major social service aid types: the Tri-Valley community. A chapter of National Rd. Meeting time: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. www. Senior Mature Adults Program (M.A.P.) The CalWorks, food stamps, and MediCal. Apply for Assistance League, this volunteer organization trivalleyrotary.org. E-mail: [email protected]. Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., assistance in person Mon-Fri 8:30-12 p.m. and offers many programs, including Assault Survivor offers a program for seniors to get together for 1-5 p.m. Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Kits, Cares About the Retired and Elderly, films and refreshments. Meeting time: third Tue shelters noon-1 p.m. Call 455-0747 or 455-0748. Operation School Bell, and Screening Eyes Early. of the month from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Call 931-3400. Shepherd’s Gate 1660 Portola Ave., Livermore ALAV hosts fundraisers including the annual Birthright Pregnancy Support Center 1520 www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/senior. 94551. Shepherd’s Gate has provided services Mad Hatter’s Tea in April and a unique event in Catalina Ct., Bldg. C, Livermore 94550. Birthright and housing for over 8,700 battered and home- Senior Support Program of the Tri-Valley the fall. The organization accepts donations and is a pregnancy support service that provides assis- less women and and children since 1984. They 5353 Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton 94566. Provides is in involved in grant writing. New members tance to women, such as free pregnancy tests, provide a safe haven for women and their children programs for in-home registry, drug and alcohol are welcome. Monthly meetings are held at 7 maternity and baby clothing, diapers and medical who are homeless because of abusive relation- counseling, caregivers support and case man- p.m. the third Thu at Trinity Lutheran Church on and professional referrals, such as adoption. All ships, addictions, loss of financial support and agement. Always looking for volunteers for its Hopyard Road. Call 461-6401. www.amadorvalley. services are free and confidential. Hours: Tue, other factors. Some of the services provided Friendly Visitor program. Hours: Mon-Thu 8 a.m.-4 assistanceleague.org. E-mail: alamadorvalley@ Wed, Fri 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Thu 6-9 p.m. Call 449- include; professional counseling, drug and alco- p.m. Call 931-5379. yahoo.com. 5887. Emergency hotline (800) 550-4900. www. hol recovery, parenting classes, job and career Social Dinners Come and mingle with other birthright.org. E-mail: [email protected]. Pleasanton Kiwanis Club Kiwanis is an inter- training. All services are provided to anyone seniors for dinner at Ridge View Commons Child Care Links 1020 Serpentine Ln., Ste. 102, national organization of men and women that per- regardless of race, age, religion, color, creed, Apartments, 5200 Case Ave. Occasional enter- Pleasanton 94566. Child Care Links acts as a link forms community service to assist children and national origin, disability, marital status, or veteran tainment. Dinners are put on by Open Heart between government, social service agencies seniors of the community. The Kiwanis Club has status. Hours: Mon-Thu 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call Kitchen and cost $3. Meeting time: Mon-Fri 4 and families and also assists child care providers 22 members and meets at Vic’s All Star Kitchen, 443-4283. www.shepherdsgate.org. E-mail: shep- p.m. Call 484-5131 for reservations.

2009-10 Info Pleasanton 51 info Pleasanton community and employers. Its services include information leyquilters.org. this easy and inexpensive hobby. Flying lessons will Pleasanton Newcomers Club PO Box 172, on how to find quality child care and free refer- Amador Valley Toastmasters Club 2452 be provided. Call Wayne, 846-8617. Pleasanton 94566. Besides luncheons and rals. Income-eligible families can receive needed This club strives to improve communication and Ladies Choice Investment Club This group coffees, the PNC is a great way for new and financial assistance for child care. The agency also leadership skills in a safe and supportive environ- meets to discuss educational stock selections and established residents to meet new friends, keep provides training and support to child care provid- ment. The public is welcome. Free breakfast for investments. Call for meeting locations. Meeting in touch with old friends, have fun, and become ers. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 417-8733. first-time visitors. Meetings are held at Mimi’s time: every second Mon of the month at 7 p.m. acquainted with neighborhoods, merchants, res- www.childcarelinks.org. Cafe, 4775 Hacienda Dr., Dublin.Meeting time: Call Jeanne Bazan, 846-3574. E-mail: f.bazan@ taurants, professional services and the communi- Wesley Youth Homes 4444 Black Ave., Thursdays 7-8 a.m. Call Tim, 738-0282. E-mail: comcast.net. ty. Interest groups are as diverse as the member- ship. Call 215-8405. www.PleasantonNewcomers. Pleasanton 94566. The Wesley Youth Homes [email protected]. P-Town Street Rods The family-oriented club com. E-mail: [email protected]. seeks to transform young lives with love and edu- Daughters of the American Revolution meets at various locations in the Pleasanton area. cation. It offers a home for abused and neglected The Jose Maria Amador Chapter can help you Open to any car or truck enthusiast. Call for loca- Tri-Valley MacIntosh Users Group PO Box teenage girls, and provides therapeutic services, find your roots. Trace your ancestors back to the tion. Meeting time: second Wed of each month 6-9 11564, Pleasanton 94588. TMUG meets in the an educational specialist and tutoring and round- Revolutionary War. Chapter focuses on com- p.m. Call George Withers, 846-5550. http://ptown. Library at Amador Valley High School, 1155 Santa the-clock supervision. Placement is through child munity and patriotism. Call for meeting place streetrodder.com. E-mail: [email protected]. Rita Rd. The group has guest speakers and discus- protective services. Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.- sion groups. Meeting time: third Thu of the month in Pleasanton. Meeting time: second Sat of the Phi Delta Kappa 2840 Waverley Way, Livermore 12:30 p.m. Call 426-8861. at 7 p.m. Call Bob Dougherty, 556-3302. www. month at 11 a.m. Call Susan, 699-4147. 94551. An international organization of profes- clubtmug.com. E-mail: [email protected]. WIC Infant Supplemental Nutrition Program Daughters of the British Empire The John sional educators of all kinds and others interested 1991 Santa Rita Rd., Ste. H, Pleasanton 94566. McLaren Roses of Britain welcomes newcom- in education. Meets at varied locations and times Tri-Valley Woodcarvers Club The club, a mem- Supplemental food and nutrition educational ers and longtime residents to join the group for four to six times during the year. Call Pat Wheeler, ber of the California Carvers Guild, is focused on program for pregnant women, infants and chil- tea and a chat. Members are British or of recent 443-5526. teaching, sharing and promoting the art of wood dren. Based on income eligibility and residence carving. It meets from noon-4 p.m. Tuesdays at the British ancestry. Call for meeting time and loca- Pleasanton Bridge Club Pleasanton Women’s in Alameda County. Offers monthly classes in Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Classes tion. Call Jenny, 484-1273 or Veronica, 875-0828. Club, 4133 Regalia Ct., Pleasanton 94566. nutrition and breast-feeding. Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 are held for beginners and intermediate carvers Del Valle Folk Dancers Group welcomes Members meet Fridays at 7 p.m. and play ACBL a.m.-noon, 12:45-4:30 p.m. Call 462-2365. www. and the club sponsors a drop-in group on from 5-9 beginning and experienced dancers to join in sanctioned games, with a separate novice level axishealth.org. E-mail: [email protected]. p.m. Wednesdays at 6044 Dougherty Rd., Dublin. Balkan, Israeli and other international dances. game running at the same time. Director is Meeting time: second Sat of the month from 9:30 Dress is casual. Meets at Triple Threat Performing Carmen Meuter. Call Carmen, 513-1456 or 851- a.m.-noon. Call Dave, 846-5011. www.tri-valleycarv- Arts, 315 Wright Brothers Ave., Livermore. $4 2869. http://unit501.bridgeforyou.com. E-mail: special interest clubs ers.com. E-mail: [email protected]. Amador Valley Quilters PO Box 955, fee. Newcomers please call first. Meeting time: [email protected]. Pleasanton 94566. AVQ is open to anyone with Tuesdays 7:45-9:30 p.m. Call George Pavel, 447- Pleasanton Community Toastmasters an interest in quilting. Meetings are held at 8020. Anyone interested in improving public speak- traffic Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. and Diablo Valley Soaring Society This radio control ing, leadership and communication skills is Caltrans Traffic Report Call (800) 427-7623. include a business meeting, program and time glider club meets to fly their planes on Saturdays welcome. Meets weekly at The Clubhouse, 4530 City of Pleasanton Transportation Division for sharing projects. Visitors welcome. Meeting from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Alameda County Sandalwood Dr. Meeting time: Tuesdays 7:30 200 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton 94566. Call time: second Sat of the month at 1:30 p.m. http:// Fairgrounds. 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52 Info Pleasanton 2009-10 info Pleasanton community such as traffic signal malfunctions, new traffic veterans. Provides benefits to veterans, assists Requires one shift per week, Mon-Fri 9 a.m.- women’s Clubs signs needed, traffic calming, parking problems, fellow veterans and their families, sponsors noon and 1-4 p.m. The Food Bank also welcomes American Association of University curb zoning and other traffic safety concerns. Scout troops and school activities and teaches volunteer help in the office from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Women PO Box 661, Livermore 94551. Call 931-5650. E-mail: [email protected]. flag etiquette and Americanism. Meeting time: and to assist sorting donated food products at Members of the Livermore-Pleasanton-Dublin ca.us. second and fourth Wed of the month at 7:30 their warehouse in either of two shifts: 8-11 a.m. branch seek personal lifelong development p.m. Call 249-1559. or 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Call (510) 635-3663, ext. Traffic Cameras Get a view of what your and advocate social change and public policy 308. www.accfb.org. E-mail: [email protected]. commute might be like through this website: Military Family Support Group Pleasanton consistent with gender equity. Board meetings www.ktvu.com/traffic. Military Families, a support group for families Booklegger Program The Pleasanton Library’s are held monthly. Call for dates and location. of service members, meets at 7 p.m. the Booklegger Program is a volunteer opportunity Members receive a monthly newsletter, can veterans organizations second Tue of each month. The group includes for adults who love to read and enjoy children. participate in monthly programs, interest group families who have loved ones serving in Iraq, Bookleggers take library books into the public meetings and other activities. Funds are raised Ambrose D. Regalia V.F.W. Post 6298 Afghanistan and in the Global War on Terrorism. schools, grades K-8, read them or demonstrate during the year for local projects, scholarships, Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St., www.my.calendars.net/pmf. E-mail: pleasanton- craft books and science experiments and encour- the AAUW Educational Foundation and the Legal Pleasanton 94566. The Veterans of Foreign [email protected]. age children to read. Booklegger training classes Advocacy Fund. www.webbitt.com/lpd. E-mail: Wars is a veterans’ organization for men and Operation SAM PO Box 2992, Livermore, are offered twice yearly. Call Chris Spitzel, 931- [email protected]. women who served at least 30 days in any 94551. Operation Supporting All Military (SAM) 3400 ex 26. foreign military conflict. The nonprofit organiza- Tri-Valley Women’s Connection A nonprofit, is a Tri-Valley group ships comfort packages to Library Homebound Service Library vol- tion is involved in community support activities. non-membership Christian organization with U.S. troops all over the world, especially to Iraq unteers take library materials to homebound Meetings are held the second Thu of the month entertaining, informative presentations with a and Afghanistan. Operation SAM is also open to Pleasanton residents. Call Jan Bauman, 931-3411. and socials the fourth Thu of the month at 7 different theme each month. All are welcome. those who do not have family in the military, but p.m. Coffee and donuts Saturdays from 7-10 Library Summer Reading Program Middle Free child care provided. Call for time and loca- who want to show support for American troops. a.m. Call Larry Jackson, 462-0788. school “Kid Power Volunteers” help children sign tion. Call Jan Villott, 462-9142 for locations. Call for meeting times and location and check up for and play the summer reading game held E-mail: [email protected]. Ambrose D. Regalia Women’s Auxiliary to the website for a current calendar of events. each year at the Pleasanton Library. One-hour V.F.W. Post 6298 Veterans Memorial Building, Call Penny Redmon, 443-7620. www.operation- training sessions are offered in June. Volunteer 301 Main St., Pleasanton 94566. The auxiliary sam.org. E-mail: [email protected]. scheduling is flexible to work around vacations ymca is a women’s group that assists the Veterans Yellow Streamers on Main Contact Chris and other activities. Call children’s desk, 931- Tri-Valley YMCA 4725 First St., Ste. 200, of Foreign Wars by helping them with projects, Miller for information on the placement of a 3400, ext. 8. Pleasanton, 94566. The YMCA offers summer making donations to the veterans’ hospital and camp, school age child care, youth sports, dads yellow streamer for a military person on Main READ Project The Pleasanton READ Project seniors of Pleasanton and helping various VFW and kids, youth and government, team programs Street. Call 730-1604. is the adult literacy program of the Pleasanton charities. The club sponsors a holiday boutique and more. All YMCA programs promote core Public Library. It seeks volunteer tutors 18 and in Oct. Meeting time: first Sat of the month at values: honesty, caring, respect and responsibil- older to help motivated adults improve basic read- 10 a.m. Call Gloria, 846-5453. volunteer opportunities ity. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 475-6108. ing and writing skills. Tutor training workshops are American Legion Pleasanton Post 237 Alameda County Community Food Bank www.ymcaeastbay.org/trivalley. E-mail: mcasper@ held two times a year. Call Jan Bauman, 931-3411. Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main St., 7900 Edgewater Dr., Oakland 94607. Volunteers ymcaeastbay.org. E-mail: [email protected]. Pleasanton 94566. For all men and women are needed to staff the emergency Food Helpline.

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how to get where you’re going and places to stay airport shuttle private, business and corporate tenants and customers. Call 373-5280. www.ci.livermore. Airport Shuttles For a list of airport shuttles ca.us/airport. servicing locations throughout the Bay Area, Mineta San Jose International Airport visit www.flyoakland.com/shuttles.shtml. BART (SJC) 2077 Airport Blvd., San Jose 95110. Call also connects to Oakland and to San Francisco (408) 277-4SKY (277-4759). www.sjc.org. international airports. Call (510) 464-6000. Oakland International Airport (OAK) 1 www.bart.gov/guide/airport. Airport Dr., Oakland 94621. Call (510) 563-3300. www.flyoakland.com. by bike San Francisco International Airport (SFO) San Francisco International Airport is located Bicycle License 200 Old Bernal Ave., approximately 13 miles south of San Francisco, Pleasanton 94566. Bicycle licenses are avail- near the junction of Highway 101 and I-380. Call able through the Utility Billing department. The (800) I-FLYSFO (435-9736) or (650) 821-8211. serial number of the bike being registered is www.flysfo.com. needed. Fee is $3 for three years. The license lets the police know where to return stolen bikes. Call 931-5425. by rail Bicycle Trails See Pleasanton Trails map in the Altamont Commuter Express Train (ACE) Outdoors and Recreation section. 949 E. Channel St., Stockton, CA 95202. ACE Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay See commuter trains travel between Stockton and Trails Council heading in the Outdoors and San Jose. The Pleasanton station is located at Recreation section. 4950 Pleasanton Ave. Price varies depending on Bike Buddy This free phone and web ser- travel distance. Trains leave Pleasanton Mon-Fri vice provides information about bicycle riding 5:35 a.m., 6:50 a.m., 7:55 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., in the Bay Area. Learn more about bikes on and return 12:56 p.m., 4:26 p.m., 5:26 p.m. transit, maps and Bike to Work Day. Call 511. and 6:26 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the http://511.org. station 20 minutes prior to each train departure Biking Clubs See Biking heading in the or in the Fair Administration Office across the Outdoors and Recreation section. street 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call (800) 411-RAIL (411-7245). www.acerail.com. by bus BART Bay Area Rapid Transit offers train ser- vice throughout the Bay Area, with a Dublin/ 511 Transit 511 Transit brings together route, Pleasanton station located at 5801 Owens Dr. P elletier anet BART is currently building a new West Dublin/ J schedule and fare information for all transit Many residents use BART to commute or just go to the city. services in the Bay Area in one convenient Web Pleasanton station on Regional Street in Dublin. Fares range depending on distance. Parking site. It includes interactive maps and a trip plan- J, Pleasanton 94566. Reach American Cab, Rd., Pleasanton. Call 846-2742. Rates: $59-89. fees vary. Check Website for train schedules. ner.http://transit.511.org. National Cab, Taxi Dot Com, United Metro Cab Call (510) 464-6000. www.bart.gov. Hilton Pleasanton at the Club 7050 Dial-A-Ride and Pleasanton Paratransit and Yellow Cab of San Ramon at this location Johnson Dr., Pleasanton. Call 463-8000. See listings in the Community section under and number. Call 455-5555 or 600-8888. Rates: $79-279. www.pleasantonhilton.com. Disabled People Services for information. by vehicle Black Tie Transportation 7080 Commerce Hyatt Summerfield Suites 4545 Chabot Dr., Greyhound Bus Lines 2500 Railroad Ave., Dr., Pleasanton 94588. Call (800) 445-0444. Pleasanton. Call 730-0070. Rates: $89-$259. 511 511 is a free phone and Web service that Livermore 94550. Transfers from WHEELS www.blacktietrans.com. www.summerfieldsuites.com. consolidates Bay Area transportation informa- can be made to Greyhound Bus Lines at the Silver Cab 4900 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton tion into a one-stop resource. 511 provides up- Larkspur Landing 5535 Johnson Dr., Livermore Transit Center. No tickets are sold at 94588. Call 734-8888. to-the-minute information on traffic conditions, Pleasanton. Call 463-1212. Rates: $89-189. this station. You may get tickets by mail for trips incidents and driving times, schedule, route and Tri-Valley Cab/Yellow Cab of the Tri-Valley www.larkspurhotels.com. departing from Livermore if you buy at least 10 fare information for the Bay Area’s public trans- 3596 Utah St., Pleasanton 94566. Marriott 11950 Dublin Canyon Rd., Pleasanton. mailing days in advance. Tickets by mail may be Call 833-8294. portation services, instant carpool and vanpool Call 478-4131. Rates: $75-169. www.crowne- purchased through Ticket Center on Greyhound. referrals, bicycling information and more. It’s plaza.com/pleasanton. com or by calling (800) 231-2222. www.grey- available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This hotels hound.com. Motel 6 5102 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton. Call service is provided by a partnership of public 463-2626. Rates: $50-$66. WHEELS 1362 Rutan Dr., Ste. 100, Livermore agencies. Call 511. http://511.org. Best Western Pleasanton Inn 5375 Owens Pleasanton Sheraton 5990 Stoneridge Mall 94551. Public transportation bus services run by Ct., Pleasanton. Call 463-1300. Rates: $69-$89. A-One Airport Transportation Pleasanton Rd., Pleasanton. Call 463-3330. Rates: $79- the Livermore-Amador Valley Transit Authority www.bestwestern.com. 94566. Towncar service. Call 461-7400 or (800) $179. www.starwoodhotel.com serves Dublin, Livermore and Pleasanton. $1.50 Courtyard by Marriott 5059 Hopyard Rd., 457-0578. Radisson Hotel 6680 Regional St., Dublin. cash fare. Fare saver tickets are $11.50 for 10 Pleasanton. Call 463-1414. Rates: $69-$250. Call 828-7750. Rates: $89-$179. www.radisson. tickets. For bus schedules, visit the WHEELS www.marriott.com. Website. Call 455-7500. www.lavta.org. com. taxis/limos Extended Stay Deluxe 4555 Chabot Dr., Residence Inn by Marriott 11920 Dublin Pleasanton. Call 730-0000. Rates: $80-110. Airport Commuter Limo & Limousine Canyon Rd., Pleasanton. Call 227-0500. Rates: www.extendedstayhotels.com. by plane Services Call (888) 876-1777. www.airportcom- $74-$179. www.marriott.com. muter.com. E-mail: [email protected]. Four Points Hotel by Sheraton 5115 Livermore Airport 636 Terminal Circle, Rose Hotel 807 Main St., Pleasanton. Call 846- All Cities Cab/Golden Cab 4183 First St. #A, Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton. Call 460-8800. Rates: Livermore 94551. The Livermore Airport is 8802. Rates: $230-695. www.rosehotel.net. Pleasanton 94566. 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