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10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2013Photo - Doug JorgensenLe Tableau Magnifique, premier ballet company with Livermore School of Dance,presented excerpts from the 2013 production “Vintage Tales, Modern Tributes”at Shea Stage in front of the Bankhead Theater in Livermore. Shown are dancersperforming “Silent Movie," a homage to black and white film.Comedy Uncorked Benefit forOpen Heart KitchenComedians will entertainduring Comedy Uncorkedon Friday, August16 at Retzlaff Vineyardsin Livermore.The show begins at7:30 p.m. (grounds openat 6:00 p.m.).Proceeds benefit OpenHeart Kitchen.Performing will beMichael Slack, NickHoffmann and NormGlodblat.Regarded as one of thesharpest wits in the business,Michael Slack headlinescomedy festivalsfrom Florida to Hawaii,features with some ofthe biggest names in thebusiness, and has takentop honors in numerouscompetitions.Nick Hoffmann, winnerof the title of "Eugene'sFunniest Person,"this Eugene, Oregon transplantperforms throughoutthe Bay Area. As a familyman and part time collegeinstructor, comedicinspiration is easy to comeby for this very funnyentertainer.Norm Glodblat'shumor touches on technology,science and thehuman condition. He haswritten for Jay Leno, hisquips were often quotedby the late great HerbCaen and you can spot his'wisdom' in several currentnews columns includingLeah Garchik's and BruceBellingham'sRetzlaff Vineyards islocated at 1356 SouthLivermore Ave, LivermoreTickets are $25 advance/$30at door. Theycan be purchased on-lineat http://comedyuncorked.com/Open Heart Kitchenhas been providing fresh,hot meals to anyone inneed since 1995. Mealsare served in Dublin,Livermore and Pleasantonon a rotating basis. All arewelcome. For more information,go to http://www.openheartkitchen.org/(Organizations wishing to run noticesin Bulletin Board, send informationto PO Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551,in care of Bulletin Board or email informationto editmail@compuserve.com.Include name of organization, meetingdate, time, place and theme or subject.Phone number and contact personshould also be included. Deadline is 5p.m. Friday.)Interested in joining Girl Scouts?There will be an informational meetingon Sunday, August 18 at 4pm at the GirlScout Cabin, 2800 Ladd Ave., Livermore.All parents and girls interestedin joining a troop or forming a new girlscout troop are encouraged to attendthis meeting. Registration packets willbe available, as well as troop information.For information, please contact theLivermore GS membership coordinator,Abigail Plemmons at doctorabbypcbiz@yahoo.com or 972-849-1155.Pleasanton-Tulancingo BBQ, ThePleasanton-Tulancingo Sister City'sannual BBQ fund-raiser 5:30 to 11p.m. on Aug. 10 at the Alameda CountyFairgrounds, Pleasanton. Social hourand silent auction, dinner at 7 p.m. followedby live auction and dancing underthe stars. Reservations are required.$30 for adults in advance, children age6 to 12, $10. Credit card reservations,call 846-6463. For more information,call 413-8863.Dublin program, Interested inlearning more about the community?The City of Dublin is taking applicationsfor the 2013 Inside Dublin program.This informative 7-week program beginson Saturday, September 28, 2013.Applications are on the City's websitewww.dublin.ca.gov.E-waste fund-raiser on August10, 2013 from 9 am to 3 pm at St. Bartholomew'sEpiscopal Church, 678 EnosWay in Livermore. Free pickup is available,call 925-447-3289 to schedulea pick up. Remember, if it plugs in - itcan be recycled. For more informationcheck out saintbartslivermore.com.Firehouse Arts Center Season2013-2014 Volunteer Orientation: TheFirehouse Arts Center is gearing up fora dynamic 4th Season of theater, concerts,gallery shows and special eventskicking off in September. Volunteerorganization is holding its annual preseasonVolunteer Program Orientationon Monday, August 19, at 7:00 p.m. inthe Firehouse Theater, 4444 RailroadAvenue in Pleasanton. Positions includetheater usher, ticket taker, greeter, andgallery attendant. Attending orientationis mandatory prior to serving. Must beage 16 or older. For more informationand to pre-register, contact programcoordinator Jennifer Koch, jkoch@cityofpleasantonca.gov or 925-931-4846. RSVP appreciated.Creek Cleanup Day, The City ofDublin's Environmental Services Divisioninvites participation in its Annual CreekCleanup Day, on Saturday, September14, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Thisyear, four creeks will be cleaned up -Tassajara Creek (At Emerald Glen Park),Alamo Canal (by the Civic Center),Alamo Creek (by Alamo Creek Park) andSouth San Ramon Creek (behind DublinHigh School). Meet at Emerald Glen Parkat the group picnic area at 9:00 a.m.A continental breakfast and light pizzalunch will be provided. Please emailES@dublin.ca.gov to sign up, or call(925) 833-6650.Back to School Extravaganza,Livermore-Pleasanton Elks Lodge#2117. 1 to 7 p.m. Wed., Aug. 14, 940Larkspur Dr., Livermore. Free schoolsupplies. 455-8829.Livermore-Amador GenealogicalSociety, will meet on Tuesday, August13, 7:30 pm at Congregation Beth Emek,3400 Nevada Court, Pleasanton. Thepresentation by Ralph Severson willbe on “Navigating the Family SearchWebsite." Ralph has been an avid genealogistfor 40 years. Currently he is theDirector of the Oakland Family SearchLibrary. He will give us background aboutthe FamilySearch.org website. He willexplain the various features – what isleast important, worthwhile and of thegreatest value. Ralph will explain how touse the records as well as how to useresearch Wiki, research courses and howto use Family Tree. Ralph's specialtiesare Portuguese, French, Southern Statesand recently an interest in Australia.Come learn how you can maximize youruse of the Family Search.org website foryour brick walls. For question contactPat Notham Program Chairperson email:program@L-AGS.org. Visitors welcome,no charge.Hawaiian Luau, Sat., Aug. 17, 4p.m. Livermore-Pleasanton Elks Lodge#2117, 940 Larkspur Dr., Livermore.$25, children eat free. Reservations, call455-8829.Valley Spokesmen Bicycle TouringClub, Sat., Aug. 10, 98 miles ShannonCenter out to Foothill Rd. to Sunol,Niles Canyon, over Dumbarton Bridgeto Palo, meet 7 a.m. Ken Hernandez,510-329-9481. Sun., Aug. 11, 30 milesShannon Center to Sunol, meet 8 a.m.,Alaine Nadeau, 216-0801. Wed., Aug.14, 25-40 miles, San Ramon CentralPark around Mt. Diablo/San Ramon area,meet 9:30 a.m. Jim Conger, 876-4949.Anyone planning to go on a ride is askedto contact the leader for details on whereto meet and what to bring.Arroyo del Valle Creek Clean-Up,Sat., Aug. 24, 10 a.m. to noon. Studentsages 6 to 12 are invited to becomea steward of the land and take partin a creek clean-up. Join staff fromthe Pleasanton Community ServicesDepartment and students from the EarthClub at Foothill High School and AmadorValley High School to clean the creekthat runs through downtown. There is nocost for this event. For more information,please call (925) 931-3479.Pleasanton Library’s ProjectRead needs volunteer tutors to helpadults with English skills. Project Readprovides the workbooks and studyguides as well as teaching volunteershow to develop teaching skills, craft curriculum,and gain experience. Volunteersshould be at least 18 years old, andfluent in American English and be able todevote a consistent hour or two weeklyto a student for a semester. For moreinformation, email PennyJohnson@CityofPleasantonCa.gov, or call PennyJohnson, 925/931-3405.Castlemont Reunion Picnic, Allclasses, no host picnic 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Sat., Sept. 7 at the Alameda CountyFairgrounds, Country Plaza, Pleasanton.Enter through gate 12. BBQ pits andtables will be provided. Bring owncharcoal, food and drinks (no glass,please). $5 entrance fee on site includesparking. Free to current members ofthe Castlemont Alumni Assoc. Details,contact Greg Hickey (56) at 461-1381 orwhizman@prodigy.net.Bereaved Mothers' Network of theTri-Valley, offering support, understandingand compassion to mothers whohave suffered the loss (past or present)of a precious child. Safe, confidential,non-judgmental environment. Monthlymeeting held at 7 P.M. on the first Tuesdayof the month. Livermore Civic CenterLibrary in Community Room "B." Smallvoluntary donations to help with meetingand outreach costs are appreciated. Forfurther information reach Katie Strube atkatiestrube@comcast.net.Pleasanton Newcomers Club,open to new and established residentsof the Tri-Valley. Activities include acoffee the first Wednesday of the month,a luncheon on the second Wednesday ofthe month, Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, family activities, andmonthly adult socials. Information, call925-215-8405 or visit www.Pleasanton-Newcomers.comTri-Valley Democratic ClubSummer BBQ & Pot Luck, 11:30 a.m. to2:30 p.m. Sun., Aug. 25, Emerald GlenPark, Dublin. Speakers, lots of food,fun crowd, invite your friends & family.www.TriValleyDems.comA Starry Night in the Caribbean,fund-raiser hosted by Pleasanton NorthRotary, Sun., Sept. 21, 4:30 to 10 p.m.at Barone's Restaurant, 475 St. John'sPlace, Pleasanton. Includes no hostcocktail reception with appetizers, livesteel drum music, silent auction, buffetdinner live auction and raffle drawing,music and dancing and Mike Darby'scigar bar. $100 per person until Sept. 1.Dress is resort formal. Now taking reservationsfor full tables and Cabanas (forcorporate sponsors) at www.astarrynight.org.Contact Event Chair Tina Case925-519-0669 or Tina@coenow.comfor information.LHS Reunion, Did you graduatein 1982 or 1983 from Livermore HighSchool? A combined 30 year reunion isplanned for this August 10th, 7 p.m. tomidnight at the Robert Livermore CommunityCenter. lhsclassof82and83@yahoo.comVolunteer visitors, Senior SupportProgram of the Tri-Valley is looking forVolunteers for their Friendly Visitor Program.The Friendly Visitor Program aimsto decrease the isolation of a homeboundsenior by matching volunteerswith seniors who share similar interests.Volunteers may also provide occasionaltransportation to errands. Please contactMary or Lorie at 931-5388 on howto become a Friendly Visitor.Alameda County Master Gardenersare on hand on the 2nd Saturday ofevery month to give advice and guidedtours of the Earth-Friendly DemonstrationGarden. Talks start at 10:00. Topicsare: Aug. 10, getting a garden throughthe summer heat; Sept. 14, autumnblooming perennials/planting for fallcolor, inviting birds for autumn - seeproduction trees they love; Oct. 12, best