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Support Groups
09/02/2009—12/02/2009 | Hearing Loss Association of America-Diablo Valley Chapter
<p>Educational and volunteer support group for children and adults with hearings loss meets 1st Wednesday of each month at the Walnut Creek United Methodist Church, 1543 Sunnyvale Ave., Walnut Creek, CA 94597 in the Education Building, Wesley Room. Meeting room & parking lot are located at back of church. Meetings are open to the public. Donations accepted. We have an assistive listening system so you can use your T-coil and most meetings are captioned. For more information, contact: HLAADV@hearinglossdv.org or call 925.264.1199 or visit www.hearinglossdv.org Please join us!</p>
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Auditions
11/01/2009—12/11/2009 | Livermore's 2010 Talent Competition Tryouts
<p>'Livermore's 2010 Talent Competition' Accepting Applications NOW! Win $2,500. Go to LivermoresTalentCompetition.com . Apply by December 11, 2009. 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore. $25 / $35. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.livermorestalentcompetition.com Email: auditions@livermorestalentcompetition.com</p>
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Open House
12/03/2009 | Shu Ren International School Open House
<p>Shu Ren International School offers a dual- immersion education in Chinese and English. Shu Ren will be holding a series of open houses for interested families throughout the fall and winter. Open houses will be held on: Thursday, December 3, 6:30-8:00 pm Saturday, January 9, 11:00 am-12:30 pm. 1333 University Ave. Berkeley. Please call 510-981-0320 for more information.</p>
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
12/04/2009 | Jack London Square,
<p>Jack London Square “Lights Up for the Holidays”, a new tradition begins in Oakland this year, an interactive holiday light spectacular sure to delight revelers throughout the season. On Friday, December 4th, city officials and Miss California will join with a cast of musicians, dancers, and cartoon characters to mark the start of the holidays with the official “lighting of the palm trees.” Visitors will have a chance to get in on the action by texting their orders for a personalized light show. The cutting-edge display will be a nightly feature. Foot of Broadway, Oakland. jacklondonsquare.com. </p>
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Music
12/04/2009 | Celebrate the Season the Celtic Way with Golden Bough
<p>8:00 PM; Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Rd., Pleasanton: Golden Bough’s festive family program combines old world carols, Celtic holiday songs and original compositions played on an array of unique acoustic instruments. The audience is encouraged to bring food donations to the theater to benefit The Haven Food Pantry. Collection barrels are located in the lobby. $15, $20, and $25 for adults and $10, $15 and $20 for children and seniors. Purchase online www.civicartstickets.org, by phone at (925) 931-3444, or in person at the Amador Theater Box Office.</p>
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History
12/05/2009—12/27/2009 | Christmas at McConaghy House
Every year the McConaghy House is transformed for the holidays. The theme for this years' display will be The Wonderful Musical World of Christmas. Music represents harmony in the home and it would be hard to imagine a holiday season without it.
Visit the McConaghy House at 18701 Hesperian Boulevard, next to Kennedy Park. The house is open
Saturdays and Sundays, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., and will be decorated for the month of December. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students/seniors/children, and FREE for HAHS members. Questions? Call 510-581-0223.
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Hands-on Activities
12/05/2009—12/06/2009 | Rollercoaster Weekend at Playland-Not-at-the-Beach
<p>The king of all amusement park rides is the Rollercoaster, and this weekend we will be showing movies of all the greatest scream machines in the world. You will feel as if you are in the front seat of the tallest, fastest, steepest, scariest rollercoasters ever built. The best part is you are safe in your chair the whole time and don't even need a seat belt or lap bar! In addition we are going to unveil a slideshow on "The Rollercoasters of San Francisco" -- pictures and stories behind long-forgotten but very memorable amusement devices. $10 for children and seniors, and $15 for general admission. 10 am to 5 pm 10979 San Pablo Ave El Cerrito</p>
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Dances
12/05/2009—12/06/2009 | The Nutcracker
<p>Community Youth Center Dance Presents The Nutcracker – Where Holiday Magic Comes Alive Del Valle Theater – 1963 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek Saturday, December 5th @ 7pm Sunday, December 6th @ 2pm Tickets 925.943.7469 Adults $15, 17 & under – free *All adults and children require a ticket!</p>
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
12/06/2009 | Holiday on the Farm
<p>Holiday children's crafts, puppet shows, sheepdog demonstrations, Victorian Santa, tractor rides and more for this family friendly event sponsored by the San Ramon Historic Foundation. Tree lot on site. Boutique vendors and hand craft demonstrations in free area. Holiday on the Farm at Forest Home Farms, the historic City Park in San Ramon at 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd. Sunday, December 6 from noon to 4 pm. Children's area is $10 per family, vendor area free. Contact FHFHoliday@aol.com.</p>
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
12/06/2009 | A fun-filled Chanukah sing-along concert and fair for all ages!
<p>Chanukah concert, stories, fair; food, gifts, menorahs, dreidels, candles, children's books, jumpy house; FRAN AVNI, internationally known singer. 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM. Congregation Netivot Shalom, 1316 University Ave., Berkeley. $4.00/children age 12 and under; $14/ all others. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.netivotshalom.org/ Email: rimmonim@netivotshalom.org Phone: 510-549-9447</p>
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Music
12/06/2009 | San Francisco Mandolin Orchestra Fall Performance
<p>San Francisco Mandolin Orchestra will perform a unique concert of light-hearted music, including Schumann's Scenes of Childhood and the Toy Symphony. 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 1501 Washington Ave., Albany. Requested donations: $15 - adults, $10 - seniors, students, low income. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.sfmandolin.org Email: sfmo@sfmandolin.org Phone: 510-649-9519</p>
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Theater & Performance
12/11/2009—12/20/2009 | Cinderella
<p>12/11, 12/12, 12/18 & 12/19 - 7:30 p.m.; 12/13 & 12/20 - 2:00 p.m.; 12/19 - 11:00 a.m.: Cinderella is a fun-filled version of a “fabulously fractured” fairy tale. The audience will be invited to cheer, clap and shout “Presto!” to transform Cinderella for the ball. Amador Theater; 1155 Santa Rita Rd., Pleasanton. (925) 931-3444 www.civicartstickets.org</p>
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Auditions
12/11/2009 | Win $2500 Livermore's 2010 Talent Competition - Apply Now!!
<p>PERFORM and Win $2,500. 'Livermore's 2010 Talent Competition' Accepting Applications NOW thru Dec. 11! Go to LivermoresTalentCompetition.com . 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore. $25 / $35. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.livermorestalentcompetition.com Email: auditions@livermorestalentcompetition.com</p>
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Theater & Performance
12/12/2009—12/20/2009 | Valley Dance Theatre Performs Nutcracker
<p>Bankhead Theater; 2400 First Street, Livermore. December 12, 18, 19 and 20 - 7:00 p.m.; Matinee December 12, 13, 19 and 20 - 2:00 p.m. Public performances will be accompanied the Livermore-Amador Symphony pit orchestra and holiday carols by Harmony Fusion will highlight the show prior to opening curtain and during the “snow” scene. Adults $33, $27 and $24; Students 17 years and younger $18. Purchase online at www.bankheadtheater.org, by phone at 925-373-6800 or at the theater box office, 2400 First St., Livermore. www.valleydancetheatre.com</p>
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Nature
12/12/2009 | Wildlife Wonders
<p>On Saturday, December 12 @ noon meet threatened and endangered Californian wildlife with naturalists from Sulphur Creek Nature Center. Learn how to live in harmony with local species of amphibians, birds, mammals, and reptiles. While you are at the museum, check out the current exhibit Bear in Mind: The Story of the California Grizzly. Explore the history of grizzly bears in California! This program is FREE! At the HAHS Downtown Museum, 22710 Main Street in Hayward. Questions? Call (510) 581-0223 and ask for Adriana.</p>
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
12/13/2009 | Community Celebration of Light: Making Hanukah Meaningful
<p>Fun day of activities for the whole family -- puppets, concert, latke lunch, crafts, social action project, story time, and menorah lighting! 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Jewish Community Center of the East Bay, 1414 Walnut Street, Berkeley. Free. MORE INFO: Website: http://prod.jcceastbay.org/arts_culture/holidays.html Email: laureng@jcceastbay.org Phone: 510-848-0237</p>
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Parent Education
12/16/2009 | Reducing Stress for Children with Autism
<p>Prepare for holiday stress. Learn tips to support your child with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Presented by: Debbara Monroe, Ph.D., Regional Center of the East Bay Psychologist. Location: Contra Costa Child Care Council,Learning Institute, 1035 Detroit Avenue, Suite 100A, Concord,CA 94518.Reservations are required(925)676-5442, ext.3105 or email workshopregistration@cocokids.To visit the calendar of events or learn more about our programs and services for families and child care providers, go to www.cocokids.org.</p>
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Theater & Performance
12/18/2009—12/20/2009 | The Biggest Gift
<p>Fantasy Forum Actors Ensemble Presents The Biggest Gift December 18th - 20th DID YOU send your letter to Santa? Then why has he not received it? No letters - No Christmas. Join the fun and laughter as Tucker the elf and the toys set out to save Christmas. For over 30 years the nationally acclaimed Fantasy Forum has been presenting live, quality family musical theatre entertainment–for the young and at young heart. TICKETS: For more information go to www.FantasyForum.org or call 925.943.SHOW (7469). You can also visit the LCA Ticket Office at 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek.</p>
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
12/31/2009 | New Years Eve Party
<p>4th Annual New Year’s Pre-Eve Party for kids (and the parents who love them) This is SadieDey's Cafe 4th New Year's party is sure to be the best! 4-7pm. There will be live music, treats for everyone, hors d'oeuvres and a special 6PM countdown to Midnight! Check the website for details of offsite location and ticket information. <span>510-601-7378. sadieyscafe.com.</span></p>
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