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Tell Chevron: “Our Climate Is Not Your Business!” -- Protest & Non-violent Civil Disobedience

cathy — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 08:43:19 GMT

Location: Danville / San Ramon

Monday, December 7, 2009 - 7:00 AM

When: 7am Monday, December 7th Where: Chevron’s Corporate Headquarters, 6001 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon Shuttles available from nearby Walnut Creek BART. Carpooling available from East Bay and San Francisco. Email mcjbay[at]gmail[dot]com or call 510-550-2836 for details. For more details & the schedule of trainings & meetings leading up to December 7th, check the website: http://west.actforclimatejustice.org/upcoming-events/december-7th-chevron-protest/! On the first day of climate change negotiations in Copenhagen, join us at the world headquarters of Chevron in San Ramon to tell one of the world’s worst climate polluters “our climate is not your business!” We are going to Chevron’s headquarters demanding that they take the following steps to stop obstructing the urgent action that must be taken to confront climate change: 1. Support equitable, science-based targets and climate solutions in international climate change negotiations and domestically. 2. Pledge not to support any fake “grassroots” campaigns against national climate change legislation 3. Cap the crude and stop expanding into heavier sources of crude oil.

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New Years Eve Ball 2010 at the W Hotel SF

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:24:28 GMT

Location: SoMa

Thursday, December 31, 2009 - 9:00 PM

Aykut Events presents: New Years Eve Ball 2010 at the W Hotel SF Thursday, December 31, 9:00pm-2:00am, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.aykutevents.com/events_nye_2010.htm Come TOUR THE WORLD with us in one night at the Crown Jewel of All, The Magnificent "W HOTEL"... We are taking over 3 floors and creating 4 Separate Dance Floors in ONE...Dance your way from the Euro House Room to the Latin Room, or from the Middle Eastern room to the House Music, Top 40 / 70's & 80's rooms... > An Enormous Balloon Drop at Midnight > Fabulous Dancers & Amazing Drummers > Red Carpet Treatment, Party Favors, and Much more!!! Our two big other previous events at the W (NYE '09 & Halloween'09) were sold out in advance. You can see the Pictures from those fantastic evenings below. Please purchase your discounted tickets now while last and be part of the absolute BEST! *********************************************** DISCOUNTED TICKETS HERE: http://nyeball.eventbrite.com *********************************************** W Milan & W Dubai FrenchTuesdays.com Room: DJ AYKUT DJ DR T W Puerto Rico SalsaCrazy.com Room: DJ EDWIN CORNEJO W New York House Music Room by Matique SF: DIRTYHERTZ W Los Angeles TOP 40 / 70's & 80's Room: DJ BRUCE MUSIC: Euro House, Latin, Top 40 Dance Hits, Middle Eastern, Brazilian, 70's & 80's and More! See Pictures from Our Previous Events at the W NYE 2009 @ The W Hotel (Sold Out): http://www.aykutevents.com/photos/20081231_w/indexpage1.htm Halloween Int'l Ball 2009 @ The W Hotel (Sold Out): http://www.aykutevents.com/photos/20091031_halloween/indexpage1.htm See Pictures from All Our Other Events Here: http://www.aykutevents.com/photos.html Aykut Events known by organizing the MOST Fun & Absolute Best Special Events in SF!!! This will be THE Premier NYE celebration in the City again By Far! Look forward to celebrating it with you guys all... AYKUT EVENTS DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 31 9:00pm-2:00am LOCATION: W Hotel 181 3rd Street San Francisco, CA, 94103 http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1153 COST/REGISTRATION: Tickets Prices Start at $59.95 per person and will increase as the date gets closer. http://nyeball.eventbrite.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.aykutevents.com/events_nye_2010.htm Email: Aykut@aykutevents.com Phone: 415-260-9920 Contact: Aykut Events About Aykut Events: One of the things we pride ourselves on, is that we attract the Crem Del a Crem when it comes to the attendees, and we bring an unmatched international classy crowd together for special occasions. Europeans, Latinos, Americans, Brazilians, Persians, Greeks, Russians, and many more come together for our unique events. Previous event Pictures: http://www.aykutevents.com/photos.html Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415735

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Do-It-Yourself Short Course: Tile a Kitchen Backsplash

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:23:47 GMT

Location: San Jose

Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 6:00 PM

DIY Academy presents: Do-It-Yourself Short Course: Tile a Kitchen Backsplash Thursday, December 17, 6:00pm-10:00pm, San Jose MORE INFO: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Your backsplash adds personality to your kitchen or bathroom countertop. You can choose solid surfaces like granite or Silestone or save a bundle with a tile backsplash. But tile is visible and long-lasting, so it must be done right! We'll teach you everything you need to do beautiful tile work. In this class, you will learn: * The tools you'll need, and how to use them * How to estimate the amount and types of tile and other materials you'll need * How to install cement board backing * How to plan your layout to maximize results and minimize wastage * How to lay backsplash tile, including specialty tiles like bullnose or quarter rounds * How to grout All DIY Academy classes are hands-on seminars. You'll learn what to do, then actually practice doing it. DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 17 6:00pm-10:00pm LOCATION: DIY Academy 1244 South Bascom San Jose, CA, 95128 408-287-1422 http://www.DIYAcademy.com COST/REGISTRATION: $250, with an introductory offer of $195. http://www.DIYAcademy.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Email: info@DIYAcademy.com Phone: 408-287-1422 Contact: Steve Gross or Jeff Vasek About DIY Academy: The DIY Academy provides comprehensive, hands-on training for home improvement projects. The classes are taught by experienced contractors and teachers who share their professional 'tricks of the trade.' Hands-on activities occur in a one-of-a-kind lab that emulates the conditions do-it-yourselfers will encounter in their own homes. Participants learn what to do and and then practice doing it. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=412500

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Free Intel Museum class teaches kids to make a musical holiday card

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:22:33 GMT

Location: Santa Clara

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 3:30 PM

Intel Museum presents: Free Intel Museum class teaches kids to make a musical holiday card Tue, Dec 15, 3:30 and 4:30pm, Santa Clara MORE INFO: http://www.intel.com/museum Computer chips are everywhere--powering the Internet, controlling cars, automating factories, enhancing cell phones, and enriching home entertainment. A new class at the Intel Museum helps children ages 7 and up learn about computer chip science while making a musical holiday card! The class lasts about 45 minutes, and is offered twice during the afternoon. 3:30-4:15pm 4:30-5:15pm Space is limited and reservations are required. Email museum@intel.com to register (child's name, parents name, class time, age and telephone number) or call 408-765-0503. An adult who remains in the museum throughout the class must accompany all participants. Experience the exciting world of silicon technology as you explore more than 30 interactive exhibits at the Intel Museum in Santa Clara, Calif. Learn how silicon is at the heart of an ever expanding, increasingly connected digital world, changing the way people work, learn, play, and communicate. DATE/TIME: Tue, Dec 15, 3:30 and 4:30pm LOCATION: The Intel Museum 2200 Mission College Boulevard Santa Clara, CA, 95052 408-765-0503 http://www.intel.com/museum COST/REGISTRATION: Free. http://www.intel.com/museum MORE INFO: Website: http://www.intel.com/museum Email: museum@intel.com Phone: 408-765-0503 About Intel Museum: Discover the transforming role of Intel silicon technology in a changing world. The Intel Museum celebrates 40 years of Intel history and innovation through more than 30 interactive exhibits, educational programs, docent-led tours, and family fun. Free admission and parking. Open 9am-6 pm Mon - Fri; 10 am-5 pm Sat, excl. holidays. 2200 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=410522

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eWomenNetwork 'Accelerated Networking' Lunch

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:21:53 GMT

Location: Campbell

Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 10:30 AM

eWomenNetwork presents: eWomenNetwork 'Accelerated Networking' Lunch Thursday, December 17, 10:30am-1:30pm, Campbell MORE INFO: https://events.ewomennetwork.com/event/details.php?eid=9578 HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 17 10:30am-1:30pm LOCATION: Villa Ragusa 35 S. Second St. Campbell, CA, 95008 http://www.villaragusa.com/ COST/REGISTRATION: $55 for eWomen members; $65 for non-members; starting at noon 12/14/09 and at the door $75.00. https://events.ewomennetwork.com/event/details.php?eid=9578 MORE INFO: Website: https://events.ewomennetwork.com/event/details.php?eid=9578 Email: kristyrogers@ewomennetwork.com Phone: 408-288-8484 Contact: Kristy Rogers About eWomenNetwork: eWomenNetwork is a women's media company providing a comprehensive suite of services to help women market and promote who they are and what they have to offer. eWomenNetwork is the #1 resource for connecting and promoting women and their businesses worldwide. eWomenNetwork helps women access needed resources and create business relationships that move from interactions to transactions. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=416489

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eWomenNetwork Holiday Networking Event

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:20:29 GMT

Location: San Leandro

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 6:00 PM

eWomenNetwork Alameda County Chapter presents: eWomenNetwork Holiday Networking Event Tuesday, December 15, 6:00pm-8:00pm, San Leandro MORE INFO: http://www.ewomennetwork.com/chapterHomePage/chapterEvent.php?chapterCode=CA128 eWomenNetwork is the fastest growing membership-based professional women's promotional and networking organization in North America. We are a dedicated community of success-minded female business owners, senior-level executives and experienced professionals who network and transact business with each other. We combine the power of our extraordinary high-traffic Web site, which profiles women in hundreds of business categories, with monthly Accelerated Networking events in 113 North American cities. eWomenNetwork offers a low cost, comprehensive marketing and promotion solution that delivers unmatched opportunities, value and benefits. We bring women of all occupations and professions together to network, establish new connections, build alliances and partnerships, transact business with each other, gain insights and knowledge, gain access to needed resources, and leverage the collective purchasing power. Our mission is to help women achieve, succeed and prosper by providing access to needed resources and creating connections that move from interactions to transactions. Our vision is a vast network of what we call "business matchmakers," women who are connected on both a local and global scale for the purpose of purchasing each other's products and services. Our "giving first" philosophy is at the core of every decision we make and every action we take. That's because we believe networking is about what you give, not what you get. DATE/TIME: Tuesday, December 15 6:00pm-8:00pm LOCATION: San Leandro Marina Inn 68 Monarch Bay Drive San Leandro, CA, 94577 510-895-1311 http://www.sanleandromarinainn.com COST/REGISTRATION: $35 members $45 non-members $55 late registration. http://www.ewomennetwork.com/chapterHomePage/chapterEvent.php?chapterCode=CA128 MORE INFO: Website: http://www.ewomennetwork.com/chapterHomePage/chapterEvent.php?chapterCode=CA128 Email: angie@ewomennetwork.com Phone: 510-523-2568 Contact: Angie Toussaint About eWomenNetwork Alameda County Chapter: We are success minded female business owners, senion-level executives and experienced professionals who network and transact business with each other. We combine the power of our extraordinary high-traffic Web site, which profiles women in hundreds of business categories, with monthly Accelerated Networking events in 113 North American cities. We offer a low cost marketing and promotion solution Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=417660

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Green and Clean Evening Series: How Green are You Going to Be?

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:19:09 GMT

Location: Menlo Park

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 6:00 PM

SDForum presents: Green and Clean Evening Series: How Green are You Going to Be? Tuesday, December 15, 6:00pm-8:30pm, Menlo Park MORE INFO: http://www.sdforum.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Calendar.eventDetail&eventID=13573 The greening of our society has been under way for well over a decade and changing our language along the way. The rise of consumers becoming Eco-frugal or going for Eco-status by tuning into Eco-vertising leads the market and entrepreneurs to believe we've shifted from a 'fad' to fundamental changes to our lifestyle. Is that true or a bunch of green washing? The real question is whether the 'tipping point' has been reached in the greening of the American consumer and is their purchasing behavior mirroring their new found green values. Agenda: 6:00-6:30pm Registration & Networking 6:45-7:00 Introductions 7:00-8:00 Panel Discussion 8:00pm Q&A, Networking 8:30pm Closing Remarks Speakers Include: Sara Batterby, Akel Ventures Tod Francis, Shasta Ventures Jan Pepper, Alameda Municipal Power Scott Potter, San Francisco Equity Partners Alicia Seger, TerraPass Moderated by: Mitch Zuklie, Orrick For more information or to register: http://sdforum.org/greenclean Price: Platinum Pass: $0, Members: $30, Non-Members: $40 Location: Orrick 1000 Marsh Road Menlo Park, CA DATE/TIME: Tuesday, December 15 6:00pm-8:30pm LOCATION: Orrick 1000 Marsh Road Menlo Park, CA, 94025 http://www.orrick.com/offices/silicon_valley/ COST/REGISTRATION: Members:$30, Non-Members:$40, Platinum Pass:$0. http://www.sdforum.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Calendar.eventDetail&eventID=13573 MORE INFO: Website: http://www.sdforum.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Calendar.eventDetail&eventID=13573 Email: info@sdforum.org Phone: 408-414-5950 Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=413014

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SF Choral Artists: Old Chestnuts, New Fire!

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:18:20 GMT

Location: Oakland Lake Merritt / Grand

Sunday, December 13, 2009 - 4:00 PM

San Francisco Choral Artists, Magen Solomon Artistic Dir. presents: SF Choral Artists: Old Chestnuts, New Fire! Sunday, December 13, 4:00pm-6:00pm, Oakland MORE INFO: http://www.sfca.org "Traditional December choral concerts, with their well-worn carols and holiday themes, can be great for lifting the spirits. But for concertgoers who want more than just another sing-along, San Francisco Choral Artists' upcoming program, "Old Chestnuts, New Fire!," offers a tantalizing alternative. Under Magen Solomon's direction, SFCA has assembled one of the holiday season's more distinctive repertories, combining a selection of audience/singer favorites with several newer works, two premieres and, yes, some Christmas carols - in performances Dec. 5 in Palo Alto, Dec. 12 in San Francisco, and Dec. 13 in Oakland." So wrote Joseph Sargent in a Preview article on sfcv.org. The program includes Early Music by Byrd and Gesualdo, more contemporary works by Part, Biebl, Busto, Howells, and Tavener; favorites from among the Bay Area's own most well known composers - Maia Aprahamian, David Conte, Herb Bielawa, Roger Nixon, and Wayne Peterson; and sparkling world premieres by Composer-in-Residence Brian Holmes and Composer-Not-In-Residence, New Zealander Christopher Marshall. Writes Sargent: "[Artistic Director] Solomon avidly cultivates engagements with local artists to help bridge the gulf between composer and performer... "I feel like music needs to be live music," Solomon comments. "It's so easy to listen to flawless recordings, but having live singers in front of live audiences singing music by living composers has always been a critical part of our group." Come celebrate the season with this unusual concert. "...amongst the foremost unaccompanied singing groups... on this or any other coast." -- R. Dane Danubian, artssf.com "The Choral Artists sang with fervor, discernment, and tonal beauty" -- Anna Carol Dudley, San Francisco Classical Voice DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 13 4:00pm-6:00pm LOCATION: St. Paul's Episcopal Church 114 Montecito Oakland, CA, 94610 http://www.stpaulsoakland.org/ COST/REGISTRATION: $14-$23 Advance Purchase; $19-$30 at Door. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/producer/6139 MORE INFO: Website: http://www.sfca.org Email: info@sfca.org Phone: 415-979-5779 Contact: info@sfca.org About San Francisco Choral Artists, Magen Solomon Artistic Dir.: SF Choral Artists has achieved national renown for innovative programs + stunning performances presenting new works and masterworks of the last 600 years. Specializing in music of living composers, they have premiered 150 works + released 3 CDs. Magen Solomon has directed since 1995 and is also Assistant Prof. of Choral Music at USC and active as a guest conductor, adjudicator and clinician. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=416534

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Small Business Ramp Boot Camp: Improve Your Marketing & Sales in 2010!

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:18:18 GMT

Location: Mountain View

Monday, December 14, 2009 - 10:00 AM

Sherry Prescott-Willis & Lisa Orrell presents: Small Business Ramp Boot Camp: Improve Your Marketing & Sales in 2010! Monday, December 14, 10:00am-3:30pm, Mountain View MORE INFO: http://www.promoteuguru.com/bootcamp/ SPACE IS LIMITED TO ONLY 45 PEOPLE! REGISTER TODAY AND IMMEDIATELY RECEIVE A VALUABLE THANK YOU GIFT! SESSION ONE: Connecting with Your Customers in Any Economy: How to Build and Refine Your Marketing Message to Add Value Time: 10:00 am to Noon Facilitated by Sherry Prescott-Willis, Marketing Expert & Author of MarketThis! What does your marketing message reveal about you and your business? How does your product or service really add value to the lives of your customers? In this power-packed session, we will use proven exercises from MarketThis! to evaluate your own marketing efforts, and define what differentiates your business! You will also uncover what you need to find out from your customers to be a better partner in this economy. This is a no-nonsense session that will help you identify a plan for developing a marketing plan that works for YOU and YOUR business. LUNCH BREAK & NETWORKING: Noon to 1:00 pm (catered lunch provided) SESSION TWO: PROMOTE U Through Web 2.0 & Beyond: Inexpensive, Effective Strategies to Build Your Brand Awareness & Increase Sales Time: 1:00 to 3:30 Facilitated by Lisa Orrell, The Promote U Guru Are you looking for helpful tips & strategies to get the most out of social media? Do you want to learn about other marketing strategies that are free (or inexpensive), easy to use, and that get results? Lisa has presented this session as a separate seminar to sold-out crowds and to high acclaim! Yes, Lisa will share the newest tips and strategies for using Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube to build your brand and business, and insights on blogs, podcasts and getting media coverage. But what makes this session different from those "other" social media seminars is that Lisa will also tell you about marketing tools, strategies, and resources you've probably never heard of that can also build your brand and increase your sales in 2010! DATE/TIME: Monday, December 14 10:00am-3:30pm LOCATION: Clock Tower Conference Center (adjacent to Clock Tower Coffee Roasting) 425 N. Whisman Avenue Mountain View, CA, 94040 http://www.clocktowercoffee.com/ COST/REGISTRATION: $239. http://www.promoteuguru.com/bootcamp MORE INFO: Website: http://www.promoteuguru.com/bootcamp/ Email: Lisa@promoteuprogram.com Phone: 408-340-8789 Contact: Lisa Orrell About Sherry Prescott-Willis & Lisa Orrell: 20-Year Marketing Experts, Sherry Prescott-Willis and Lisa Orrell, have joined forces to create this exciting event for small business owners, entrepreneurs and/or book authors. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=416268

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Map your brand's twitter social networks

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:16:42 GMT

Location: Mountain View

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 11:00 AM

Global Learning Foundation presents: Map your brand's twitter social networks Tuesday, December 15, 11:00am-2:00pm, Mountain View MORE INFO: http://smanalysistwitter.eventbrite.com/ Learn how to build a map of the social network surrounding your brand, conference, product, or event. This is a hands-on guide to creating social network maps from live twitter data. - Create a visualization that reveals groups, communities and influential participants in the swarm of people mentioning keywords of interest to you. - Create a visual web of the relationships among the people who mention these keywords when they follow, mention or reply to one another. - Learn how to calculate key metrics using a free and open add-in for Excel 2007 (NodeXL) that can identify key contributors who play influential roles in your communities. - Compare your maps to other workshop participants and to a growing gallery of maps of keywords related to conferences like Web2.0, Enterprise 2.0, 140conf, and others. - Come with your own query terms and make a map during the workshop with our assistance. Instructor's Background: Dr. Marc A. Smith is a sociologist and Chief Social Scientist at Connected Action Consulting Group a provider of fine quality social media analysis platforms and systems. Smith specializes in the social organization of online communities and computer mediated interaction. He founded and managed the Community Technologies Group at Microsoft Research in Redmond, Washington and is now leading the development of social media reporting and analysis tools for Connected Action Consulting Group. DATE/TIME: Tuesday, December 15 11:00am-2:00pm LOCATION: Samovar Conference Hall 1077 Independence Ave Mountain View, CA, 94043 650-743-1145 COST/REGISTRATION: Early Bird $35; Regular $45; Last Minute $50; On Site $55. http://smanalysistwitter.eventbrite.com/ MORE INFO: Website: http://smanalysistwitter.eventbrite.com/ Email: tkanzaveli@gmail.com Phone: 650-469-3243 Contact: Tatyana Kanzaveli Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=412036

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SF Choral Artists: Old Chestnuts, New Fire!

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:15:27 GMT

Location: Nob Hill

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 8:00 PM

San Francisco Choral Artists, Magen Solomon Artistic Dir. presents: SF Choral Artists: Old Chestnuts, New Fire! Saturday, December 12, 8:00pm-10:00pm, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.sfca.org "Traditional December choral concerts, with their well-worn carols and holiday themes, can be great for lifting the spirits. But for concertgoers who want more than just another sing-along, San Francisco Choral Artists' upcoming program, "Old Chestnuts, New Fire!," offers a tantalizing alternative. Under Magen Solomon's direction, SFCA has assembled one of the holiday season's more distinctive repertories, combining a selection of audience/singer favorites with several newer works, two premieres and, yes, some Christmas carols - in performances Dec. 5 in Palo Alto, Dec. 12 in San Francisco, and Dec. 13 in Oakland." So wrote Joseph Sargent in a Preview article on sfcv.org. The program includes Early Music by Byrd and Gesualdo, more contemporary works by Part, Biebl, Busto, Howells, and Tavener; favorites from among the Bay Area's own most well known composers - Maia Aprahamian, David Conte, Herb Bielawa, Roger Nixon, and Wayne Peterson; and sparkling world premieres by Composer-in-Residence Brian Holmes and Composer-Not-In-Residence, New Zealander Christopher Marshall. Writes Sargent: "[Artistic Director] Solomon avidly cultivates engagements with local artists to help bridge the gulf between composer and performer... "I feel like music needs to be live music," Solomon comments. "It's so easy to listen to flawless recordings, but having live singers in front of live audiences singing music by living composers has always been a critical part of our group." Come celebrate the season with this unusual concert. "...amongst the foremost unaccompanied singing groups... on this or any other coast." -- R. Dane Danubian, artssf.com "The Choral Artists sang with fervor, discernment, and tonal beauty" -- Anna Carol Dudley, San Francisco Classical Voice DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 12 8:00pm-10:00pm LOCATION: St. Mark's Lutheran Church 1111 O'Farrell St. San Francisco, CA, 94109 http://stmarks-sf.org/ COST/REGISTRATION: $14-$23 Advance Purchase; $19-$30 at Door. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/producer/6139 MORE INFO: Website: http://www.sfca.org Email: info@sfca.org Phone: 415-979-5779 Contact: info@sfca.org About San Francisco Choral Artists, Magen Solomon Artistic Dir.: SF Choral Artists has achieved national renown for innovative programs + stunning performances presenting new works and masterworks of the last 600 years. Specializing in music of living composers, they have premiered 150 works + released 3 CDs. Magen Solomon has directed since 1995 and is also Assistant Prof. of Choral Music at USC and active as a guest conductor, adjudicator and clinician. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=416433

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Community Celebration of Light: Making Hanukah Meaningful

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:15:20 GMT

Location: Berkeley

Sunday, December 13, 2009 - 10:00 AM

JCC East Bay, PJ Library & Jewish Gateways presents: Community Celebration of Light: Making Hanukah Meaningful Sunday, December 13, 10:00am-4:00pm, Berkeley MORE INFO: http://prod.jcceastbay.org/arts_culture/holidays.html A fun, free day of activities for the whole family! 10 AM: Hanukah Celebration for Young Children: Puppets, Music, Songs and Stories! 11 AM: PJ Library Hanukah Concert with Elana Jagoda 12 noon: Latke Lunch 12:30-2 PM: PJ Library Storytime, Family Social Action Project, Hanukah Arts and Crafts, and More! 1:45 PM: Community Menorah Lighting Led by Holocaust Survivors 2-4 PM: Community Dance Party DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 13 10:00am-4:00pm LOCATION: Jewish Community Center of the East Bay 1414 Walnut Street Berkeley, CA, 94709 http://prod.jcceastbay.org/index.html COST/REGISTRATION: Free. MORE INFO: Website: http://prod.jcceastbay.org/arts_culture/holidays.html Email: laureng@jcceastbay.org Phone: 510-848-0237 Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=414056

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Do-It-Yourself Short Course: Paint like a Pro

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:15:18 GMT

Location: San Jose

Sunday, December 13, 2009 - 9:00 AM

DIY Academy presents: Do-It-Yourself Short Course: Paint like a Pro Sunday, December 13, 9:00am-2:00pm, San Jose MORE INFO: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Painting is the most popular home-improvement project. Paint can instantly change the look of a room. But how can pros do it much faster and better than the rest of us? Learn the tips and tricks they use to prepare and paint a room. You will be amazed at the excellent results you can achieve. In this hands-on class, you will learn: * The tools you'll need, how to use them, and how to make them last * How to estimate the amount and types of paint and other materials you'll need * How to prepare a room and get started * Tips and tricks the pros use for a high-quality job * How to paint doors and trim All DIY Academy classes are hands-on seminars. You'll learn what to do, then actually practice doing it. DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 13 9:00am-2:00pm LOCATION: DIY Academy 1244 South Bascom San Jose, CA, 95128 408-287-1422 http://www.DIYAcademy.com COST/REGISTRATION: $150, with an introductory offer of $95. http://www.DIYAcademy.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Email: info@DIYAcademy.com Phone: 408-287-1422 Contact: Steve Gross or Jeff Vasek About DIY Academy: The DIY Academy provides comprehensive, hands-on training for home improvement projects. The classes are taught by experienced contractors and teachers who share their professional 'tricks of the trade.' Hands-on activities occur in a one-of-a-kind lab that emulates the conditions do-it-yourselfers will encounter in their own homes. Participants learn what to do and and then practice doing it. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=412379

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Holiday Wine Tasting Party & Dance

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:13:09 GMT

Location: Walnut Creek

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 8:00 PM

WineSocials.com presents: Holiday Wine Tasting Party & Dance Saturday, December 12, 8:00pm-10:00pm, Walnut Creek MORE INFO: http://winesocials.com WINESOCIALS & The Society of Single Professionals would like to invite you to an Enjoyable evening of Wine Tasting followed by a Dance Party at Walnut Creek's Newest & Hottest Night Club--- Vice Ultra Lounge. All the wine you can Taste from a variety of Boutique wineries accompanied by Specialty French Appetizers, Adults of all ages welcome. DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 12 8:00pm-10:00pm LOCATION: Vice Ultra Lounge 1251 Arroyo Wy Walnut Creek, CA, 94596 COST/REGISTRATION: Only $20 in advance, $30 at the door. http://winesocials.com MORE INFO: Website: http://winesocials.com Email: info@winesocials.com Phone: 925-945-8340 Contact: Patrick About WineSocials.com: WineSocials features FUN WineTasting events at a variety of cool venues throughout the bay area. These are not just winetastings but FUN PARTIES that allow you to unwind and freely meet new people. Perhaps one of them will be that someone SPECIAL. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415640

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ODC Theater Presents Kate Weare Company and project agora (Kara Davis)

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:13:06 GMT

Location: Mission District

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 8:00 PM

ODC Theater presents: ODC Theater Presents Kate Weare Company and project agora (Kara Davis) Sat-Sun, Dec. 12-13, 8pm, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://odcdance.org/event_view.php?param=73 Kate Weare Company "Bridge of Sighs" project agora (Kara Davis) "A Softened Law" "and one Tuesday afternoon..." "Every dance by Weare that I've seen since she moved to New York eight years ago has stuck in my mind." -Deborah Jowitt, Village Voice Riding high after a lauded debut at Jacob's Pillow, New York darling Kate Weare's "Bridge of Sighs" drives upstream towards love in a wry and tender investigation of partnership and loneliness. Set to an original score by One Ring Zero, this "ruckus of dancing" (Village Voice) makes this time-tested topic, love, seem fresh as ever. Would we still pray if we had peace? The world premiere of "A Softened Law" moves through Middle Eastern cultures of faith, exploring the way one's notion of God is formed by our surrounding conditions. Also on the bill, "one Tuesday afternoon," an exploration of the chain reactions created by a single relationship JOIN US! On Saturday: Informal Artist' Talk after the show. On Sunday: Pre-show reception with ODC Theater Director Rob Bailis at Bar Bambino LOCATION: ODC Dance Commons 351 Shotwell Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 TICKETS: $18 General/ $15 Seniors/Students/Children 12 & Under ODC THEATER BOX OFFICE: Phone: (415) 863-9834 ONLINE Email: boxoffice@odctheater.org DATE/TIME: Sat-Sun, Dec. 12-13, 8pm LOCATION: ODC Dance Commons Studio B 351 Shotwell Street San Francisco, CA, 94110 415-863-9834 http://www.odctheater.org COST/REGISTRATION: $18 General/ $15 Seniors/Students/Children 12 & Under. https://secure.oreweb.com/hosts/odctheater.org/tickets/buy.phtml MORE INFO: Website: http://odcdance.org/event_view.php?param=73 Email: boxoffice@odctheater.org Phone: 415-863-9834 Contact: Cori Crowley About ODC Theater: Founded in 1976 by Brenda Way, currently under the direction of Rob Bailis, ODC Theater has been located in SF's Mission District for over 30 years. The Theater exists to empower and develop innovative artists. We have a thriving Artist in Residence Program, regional and national presenting program, a mentorship program for emerging professionals & subsidized rentals for self-producing artists. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=413509

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Valley Concert Chorale to Perform Annual Holiday Concerts

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:08:49 GMT

Location: Dublin / Pleasanton / Livermore

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 8:00 PM

Valley Concert Chorale presents: Valley Concert Chorale to Perform Annual Holiday Concerts Dec. 12 8pm Livermore and Dec. 13 3pm Pleasanton MORE INFO: http://www.valleyconcertchorale.org/ The Valley Concert Chorale, the Tri-Valley's premier chorus, will perform their annual holiday concerts, which includes the ever-popular audience sing-a-long of traditional carols. Two concerts on Sat., Dec. 12, at 8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 4th and L Streets, Livermore; and Sun., Dec. 13, at 3 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton. This year's holiday concerts titled "Harmonious Holiday" features three musical selections representing a variety of music: Saint-Saens' Oratorio de Noel (Christmas Oratorio), Stephen Paulus' Christmas Dances, and Courtney's A Musicological Journey Through the Twelve Days of Christmas. A highlight of the program is the West Coast premiere of Paulus' Christmas Dances, which was first performed in Arkansas last December. "We are very excited to be premiering this new work by Stephen Paulus," says Doris Slater, the Chorale's president. "It's a wonderful piece to introduce to our audience that captures the spirit of the season." "Paulus is one of the greatest living American choral composers," explains Bush. "Knowing his music, I was anxious to share this piece with the community. It combines voices with flute and harp in creating beautiful lush chords." The Oratorio, written in the Romantic style in 1858, was commissioned by the Church of France for Christmas Eve mass. Accompanied by harp, organ and professional soloists, Bush describes it as a gentle, lyrical sacred piece that is not often performed yet is deserving of attention. Courtney's version of the "Twelve Days of Christmas" comprises every genre of music from the earliest medieval chants to early 19th century American. "It's pure fun," says Bush. "You'll hear the words of "Twelve Days" set to familiar pieces representing every period of musical history." DATE/TIME: Dec. 12 8pm Livermore and Dec. 13 3pm Pleasanton LOCATION: First Presbyterian Church, Livermore 4th and L Streets Livermore, CA, 94550 http://www.fpc-livermore.org COST/REGISTRATION: $20 advance, $25 at door. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.valleyconcertchorale.org/ Email: info@valleyconcertchorale.org Phone: 925-866-4003 About Valley Concert Chorale: The Valley Concert Chorale is the Tri-Valley's premier chorus for over 45 years. Under the direction of John Emory Bush, the Chorale has offered a variety of musical performances to serve the diverse musical tastes of its audiences. The all-volunteer, non-profit chorale receives financial support from grants, ticket sales, membership dues, and donations. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415489

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Valley Dance Theatre Performs the Nutcracker

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:06:54 GMT

Location: Dublin / Pleasanton / Livermore

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 7:00 PM

Valley Dance Theatre presents: Valley Dance Theatre Performs the Nutcracker December 12, 18, 19 & 20: 7:00 p.m; Matinee December 12, 13, 19 & 20: 2:00 p.m., Livermore MORE INFO: http://www.valleydancetheatre.com 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. DATE/TIME: December 12, 18, 19 & 20: 7:00 p.m; Matinee December 12, 13, 19 & 20: 2:00 p.m. LOCATION: Bankhead Theater 2400 First Street Livermore, CA, 94550 http://www.livermoreperformingarts.org COST/REGISTRATION: Adults $33, $27 & $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. http://www.bankheadtheater.org MORE INFO: Website: http://www.valleydancetheatre.com Phone: 925-373-6800 About Valley Dance Theatre: Valley Dance Theatre brings full-length and repertory classical ballet and contemporary dance productions to the San Francisco East Bay. Founded in Livermore, Calif. in 1980, Valley Dance Theatre is a licensed, nonprofit arts organization which also operates an affiliated school of dance, offering ballet classes for ages 3 years through adult and boys' classes. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=414342

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A Winter Concert by Triskela Celtic Harp Trio

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:04:47 GMT

Location: Tiburon

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 7:30 PM

St. Stephen's Church presents: A Winter Concert by Triskela Celtic Harp Trio Saturday, December 12, 7:30pm-9:30pm, Belvedere MORE INFO: http://www.myspace.com/triskelacelticharptrio A Winter Harp Concert Triskela Celtic Harp Trio -- Diana Stork, Shawna Spiteri, Portia Diwa -- will perform an uplifting concert of Celtic, holiday, and spiritual music to warm the heart. The healing properties from the sweet sound of three handmade lever harps (complimented by harmony vocals, Irish whistle, flute & percussion), will bring a sense of peace to your soul this winter season. The concert's location is the extraordinary space of St. Stephen's Church, known for its superb acoustics. For over 12 years, Triskela has performed healing music in sacred spaces, including Grace Cathedral in San Francisco, St. Mary Magdalene Church in Berkeley, and at the Chapel of Remembrance for the Memory Walk on Treasure Island. Come lend your spirit to this special holiday gathering! More about the artists: Diana Stork is well-known in the harp world for her unique style which incorporates ethnic and contemporary harp traditions. She has performed for such diverse groups as the Line's Contemporary Ballet and the Maihar Orchestra of Maestro Ali Akbar Khan. She can be heard on dozens of albums, including "Harpestry" on Universal Records, and "Sacred Light" on the At Peace Music label. Shawna Spiteri has been performing as a singer and actress since childhood. With a degree in musical theatre, she has performed with such companies as the Peninsula Civic Light Opera, Marin Civic Light Opera, and The Enormous Ensemble. She directs Bella Donna, a Renaissance performance troupe. Portia Diwa started playing harp at age 9 and has been actively performing ever since. She directs Bahia Vista Harp Ensemble, bringing Latin harp music to underprivileged youth in San Rafael. Portia supervises the Institute for Health & Healing's Healing Harp Program at California Pacific Medical Center. DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 12 7:30pm-9:30pm LOCATION: St. Stephen's Church 3 Bay View Avenue Belvedere, CA, 94920 415-435-4501 http://www.ststephenschurch.org/ COST/REGISTRATION: General admission: $15. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.myspace.com/triskelacelticharptrio Email: triskela@gmail.com Phone: 650-346-7979 Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=409800

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Peace on Earth -- festive music and holiday repast

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:03:35 GMT

Location: Oakland Hills / Mills

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 5:00 PM

Cantare Con Vivo presents: Peace on Earth -- festive music and holiday repast Sat, Dec 12, First seating: 5pm (ends about 6:30pm) 2nd Seating: 7:30pm (ends about 9 pm), Oakland MORE INFO: http://www.cantareconvivo.org The 23-voice Cantare Chamber Ensemble, under the direction of David Morales, will present an array of Christmas art songs, soothing lullabies and festive carols while listeners enjoy a catered dinner by candlelight and sweeping views of the Bay. Selections will include "O Holy Night", "Away in a Manger", "Little Drummer Boy", "Infant Holy", as well as works by Sweelinck, Lauridsen, Kverno, Tavener and others, and a lively rendition of "Jingle Bells" as recorded by the Swingle Singers. The dinner-concert will be performed at the Merritt College Student Lounge, 12500 Campus Drive (off Redwood Road) in the Oakland Hills. There will be two seatings for the dinner/concert -- 5 pm to 6:30 pm first seating; 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm second seating. Advance reservations are strongly recommended. Groups rates for a table of six are also available. Tickets may be ordered in advance by going on-line to Cantare Con Vivo's website http://www.cantareconvivo.org/Season.asp, or by calling the Cantare office at (510) 836-0789. DATE/TIME: Sat, Dec 12, First seating: 5pm (ends about 6:30pm) 2nd Seating: 7:30pm (ends about 9 pm) LOCATION: Merritt College Student Lounge 12500 Campus Drive (off Redwood Road), Oakland Hills Oakland, CA, 94619 COST/REGISTRATION: $50 per person, includes dinner. Group rates for a table of six are available. http://www.cantareconvivo.org/Season.asp MORE INFO: Website: http://www.cantareconvivo.org Email: michael@cantareconvivo.org Phone: 510-836-0789 Contact: Michael Fried, Executive Director About Cantare Con Vivo: Founded in 1987 by David Morales, Cantare Con Vivo includes a symphonic chorale, a chamber ensemble, and an award-winning children's music education and outreach program serving as estimated 1,000 children in Oakland. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=412971

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A Beer Lovers Extravaganza

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:03:31 GMT

Location: Walnut Creek

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 4:00 PM

aroundtheworldin80beers.com presents: A Beer Lovers Extravaganza Saturday, December 12, 4:00pm-6:00pm, Walnut Creek MORE INFO: http://aroundtheworldin80beers.com Beer Lovers of All kinds are invited to a Fun Filled afternoon of Beer Tasting featuring unique European/American Styled Beers & Ales. This will be a unique opportunity for you to discover New & Exotic Beers while gauging stylistic differences against your own preferences. DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 12 4:00pm-6:00pm LOCATION: Vice Ultra Lounge 1251 Arroyo Wy Walnut Creek, CA, 94596 COST/REGISTRATION: ONLY $30 in advance. http://aroundtheworldin80beers.com MORE INFO: Website: http://aroundtheworldin80beers.com Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415701

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Free Intel Museum class teaches kids to make a musical holiday card

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:00:41 GMT

Location: Santa Clara

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 10:30 AM

Intel Museum presents: Free Intel Museum class teaches kids to make a musical holiday card Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am; 1:45pm; 3:30pm, Santa Clara MORE INFO: http://www.intel.com/museum Computer chips are everywhere--powering the Internet, controlling cars, automating factories, enhancing cell phones, and enriching home entertainment. A new class at the Intel Museum helps children ages 7 and up learn about computer chip science while making a musical holiday card! The class lasts about 45 minutes, and is offered 3 times throughout the day: 10:30-11:15am 1:45-2:30pm 3:30-4:15pm Space is limited and reservations are required. Email museum@intel.com to register (child's name, parents name, class time, age and telephone number) or call 408-765-0503. An adult who remains in the museum throughout the class must accompany all participants. Experience the exciting world of silicon technology as you explore more than 30 interactive exhibits at the Intel Museum in Santa Clara, Calif. Learn how silicon is at the heart of an ever expanding, increasingly connected digital world, changing the way people work, learn, play, and communicate. DATE/TIME: Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am; 1:45pm; 3:30pm LOCATION: The Intel Museum 2200 Mission College Boulevard Santa Clara, CA, 95052 408-765-0503 http://www.intel.com/museum COST/REGISTRATION: Free. http://www.intel.com/museum MORE INFO: Website: http://www.intel.com/museum Email: museum@intel.com Phone: 408-765-0503 About Intel Museum: Discover the transforming role of Intel silicon technology in a changing world. The Intel Museum celebrates 40 years of Intel history and innovation through more than 30 interactive exhibits, educational programs, docent-led tours, and family fun. Free admission and parking. Open 9am-6 pm Mon - Fri; 10 am-5 pm Sat, excl. holidays. 2200 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=410717

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Cinderella

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:00:37 GMT

Location: Dublin / Pleasanton / Livermore

Friday, December 11, 2009 - 7:30 PM

City of Pleasanton Civic Arts Stage Company presents: Cinderella 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., Pleasanton MORE INFO: http://www.civicartstickets.org 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. Audience members are encouraged to bring donations of nonperishable food items to the theater to benefit The Haven Food Pantry. DATE/TIME: 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. LOCATION: Amador Theater 1155 Santa Rita Road Pleasanton, CA, 94566 925-931-3444 http://www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/community/arts/amador-theater.html COST/REGISTRATION: $12, $16 & $20 for adults and $8, $12, & $16 for children and seniors. http://www.civicartstickets.org MORE INFO: Website: http://www.civicartstickets.org Phone: 925-931-3444 Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415206

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Do-It-Yourself Workshop: Tile a Bathroom Floor

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:58:49 GMT

Location: San Jose

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 9:00 AM

DIY Academy presents: Do-It-Yourself Workshop: Tile a Bathroom Floor Saturday, December 12, 9:00am-4:30pm, San Jose MORE INFO: http://www.DIYAcademy.com A tile floor adds beauty and elegance to a bathroom. You can update your bathroom by replacing its flooring with ceramic or natural tile. It's a daunting task if you don't know what to do it, but is the easiest tile job to undertake. Your floor can look as good as a professional's...if you know how. We'll teach you the skills you need. In this hands-on class, you will learn: * The tools you'll need and how to use them * How to estimate the amount and types of tile and other materials you'll need * How to prepare the floor * How to install cement board * How to plan your layout to maximize results and minimize wastage * How to cut tile, including difficult circular cuts * How to lay tile * How to grout All DIY Academy classes are hands-on seminars. You'll learn what to do, then actually practice doing it. DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 12 9:00am-4:30pm LOCATION: DIY Academy 1244 South Bascom San Jose, CA, 95128 408-287-1422 http://www.DIYAcademy.com COST/REGISTRATION: $250, with an introductory offer of $195. http://www.DIYAcademy.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Email: info@DIYAcademy.com Phone: 408-287-1422 Contact: Steve Gross or Jeff Vasek About DIY Academy: The DIY Academy provides comprehensive, hands-on training for home improvement projects. The classes are taught by experienced contractors and teachers who share their professional 'tricks of the trade.' Hands-on activities occur in a one-of-a-kind lab that emulates the conditions do-it-yourselfers will encounter in their own homes. Participants learn what to do and and then practice doing it. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=412469

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Do-It-Yourself Workshop: Set Pre-Built Kitchen Cabinets

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:56:50 GMT

Location: San Jose

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 9:00 AM

DIY Academy presents: Do-It-Yourself Workshop: Set Pre-Built Kitchen Cabinets Saturday, December 12, 9:00am-4:30pm, San Jose MORE INFO: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Cabinets are the centerpiece of your kitchen and also one of its most expensive components. Installed properly, they are attractive and functional, almost like furniture. You can hang and trim cabinets for a fraction of the cost charged by an installer and get a result that's every bit as good, if you know what you're doing. In this hands-on class you will learn: * The tools and materials you'll need and how to use them * How to plumb and level cabinets * How to install upper and lower cabinets * How to install islands and specialty cabinets * How to trim out cabinets for a professional finish * How to prepare cabinets for countertops All DIY Academy classes are hands-on seminars. You'll learn what to do, then actually practice doing it. DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 12 9:00am-4:30pm LOCATION: DIY Academy 1244 South Bascom San Jose, CA, 95128 408-287-1422 http://www.DIYAcademy.com COST/REGISTRATION: $250, with an introductory offer of $195. http://www.DIYAcademy.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Email: info@DIYAcademy.com Phone: 408-287-1422 Contact: Steve Gross or Jeff Vasek About DIY Academy: The DIY Academy provides comprehensive, hands-on training for home improvement projects. The classes are taught by experienced contractors and teachers who share their professional 'tricks of the trade.' Hands-on activities occur in a one-of-a-kind lab that emulates the conditions do-it-yourselfers will encounter in their own homes. Participants learn what to do and and then practice doing it. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=412440

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Holding Up Half the Sky

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:55:49 GMT

Location: Palo Alto

Friday, December 11, 2009 - 6:00 PM

Global Women's Leadership Network presents: Holding Up Half the Sky Friday, December 11, 6:00pm-8:30pm, Palo Alto MORE INFO: http://www.gwln.org The Global Women's Leadership Network requests your company for an evening of inspiration. To Reserve your spot send an email to holdingup.halfthesky@gmail.com We will contact you. DATE/TIME: Friday, December 11 6:00pm-8:30pm LOCATION: Crowne Plaza Cabana Hotel 4290 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA, 94306 http://www.cppaloalto.crowneplaza.com/ COST/REGISTRATION: Tickets: $100, Table: $800, Sky Box Table: $1500, Heavenly Table Sponsorship: $3,000. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.gwln.org Email: lalepin@scu.edu Phone: 408-551-1831 Contact: Linda Alepin, Founding Director About Global Women's Leadership Network: The Global Women's Leadership Network, sponsored by the Leavey School of Business of Santa Clara University, provides women access to tools and training that expands their capacity for impactful global citizenship. Partner with the GWLN in building an international network of women leaders who dare to transform the future of their organizations, communities, and the world. Visit www.gwln.org . Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=414645

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Holiday Art Show at Art Explosion 744 Alabama St

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:55:46 GMT

Location: Mission District

Friday, December 11, 2009 - 7:00 PM

Art Explosion Studios Alabama St presents: Holiday Art Show at Art Explosion 744 Alabama St Friday, December 11, 7:00pm-11:00pm, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.artexplosionstudios.com Holiday Art Show at Art Explosion Studios 744 Alabama St Our Annual Holiday Art Show and Sale! See hundreds of art works in one location! Art Explosion Studios Alabama St is home to three floors of artists. Over 50 artists will be opening their art studios and displaying their work at this one location. Celebrate the holidays and get some bargains from our artists after our big fall show. Pick up a gift for the holidays and explore the local art scene. Buy original art work directly from the artists. Free Admission Free Refreshments. This will be a holidaylicious extravagandishus event! See you there! DATE/TIME: Friday, December 11 7:00pm-11:00pm LOCATION: Art Explosion Studios Alabama St 744 Alabama St San Francisco, CA, 94110 http://www.artexplosionstudios.com COST/REGISTRATION: Free Admission, Free Refreshments. http://www.artexplosonstudios.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.artexplosionstudios.com About Art Explosion Studios Alabama St: Art Explosion Studios Alabama St is home to three floors of artists. Each year the artists work together to produce AE Open Stuios. Over 80 artists will be opening their art studios and displaying their work at this one location. It will be absolutly amazing! See you there! Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=417703

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SDForum's Business of New Media Conference: 'Where is the Money?'

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:54:16 GMT

Location: Mountain View

Friday, December 11, 2009 - 8:15 AM

SDForum presents: SDForum's Business of New Media Conference: 'Where is the Money?' Friday, December 11, 8:15am-5:00pm, Mountain View MORE INFO: http://www.sdforum.org/money Following last year's highly successful conference, invite you to join us at the 4th annual conference on the Business of New Media. This year's theme is 'Where is the Money?' - what new media companies are making money, what's coming up that you'll want to bet on? Blogs, podcasting, Internet radio and TV, social networking, and portable media-all are examples of new media forcing old media to change, adapt, and evolve or perish. We'll examine new payment systems and applications, business models and metrics to measure success, real-time information providers, cool companies in the new media space - and more. Agenda with Confirmed Speakers 8:15am Registration, Breakfast & Networking 8:45am Welcome 9:00am Keynote 9:45am "What's the Business in New Media?" Jonathan Flesher, Zynga; Philipp Schloter, Nokia; Craig Sherman, Gaia Online; Joel Toledano, Krillion Moderated by: Alison Van Diggelen, Fresh Dialogues 10:30am Break 10:45am "The Truth in the Numbers: What are the Metrics for Success?" Jason Lopatecki, Tube Mogul 11:30am Lunch 12:15pm Demos 12:30pm "Is the Money in the Money: What Model will Win?" Gene Alston, PayPal; George Garrick, Offerpal; Ted Sorom, Rixty 1:15pm "Disruptive Technologies in New Media: What's Next?" Raj Jaswa, Dyyno; Amy Love, PicScout; Ben Smith IV, MerchantCircle Moderated by: Sharon Wienbar, Scale Venture Partners 2:00pm Break 2:15pm Keynote 2:30pm "The Venture Landscape" Andrew Braccia, Accel Partners; Tim Chang, Norwest Venture Partners; Michael Kim, Rustic Canyon; Richard Yen, Saban Ventures Moderator: Kelly Porter, Woodside Capital Partners 3:15pm "What's the Future of Content?" Guy Kawasaki, Alltop 4:00pm Closing DATE/TIME: Friday, December 11 8:15am-5:00pm LOCATION: Microsoft Galileo auditorium 1065 La Avenida Street Mountain View, CA, 94043 COST/REGISTRATION: Online Registration: $115 Non Members; $95 SDForum Members; $65 Platinum Pass. Price at the Door: $135 Non Members; $115 SDForum Members; $85 Platinum Pass. http://www.sdforum.org/money MORE INFO: Website: http://www.sdforum.org/money Email: julie@sdforum.org Phone: 408-414-5964 Contact: Julie Welch Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415410

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Green and Gold: Adorn Responsibly - Holiday Trunk Show

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:54:13 GMT

Location: North Beach / Telegraph Hill

Friday, December 11, 2009 - 12:00 PM

Jewelry Artisans Collective presents: Green and Gold: Adorn Responsibly - Holiday Trunk Show Fri-Sat, Dec 11-12, 12pm - 9pm, Sun, Dec 13, 12pm - 6pm, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.jewelryartisanscollective.com Members of San Francisco's Jewelry Artisans Collective will debut their group exhibit, "Green and Gold: Adorn Responsibly," at the Live Worms Gallery December 11 through the 13th. The show's concept was originally intended to address the impact of the mining industry, but has evolved to reflect personal themes as well. On the surface, it is a reference to the artists and their medium. Founded in 2007 by alumni of San Francisco's Revere Academy of the Jewelry Arts, many collective members are students and recent grads - "green" to the industry, working in gold and other precious metals. On a broader level, it speaks to social and environmental responsibility and the value of personal relationships. "The public is very aware of the environmental destruction and human rights abuses associated with mining," observes group spokesperson Jenny Reeves. "I'd estimate that 75% of the clients I meet ask about recycled metals, and a third of those want to buy recycled items exclusively. Fortunately, many of our suppliers now offer sustainable and reclaimed products - our whole group is making the conversion to these materials." "To bring it full circle," she continues, "we're donating 10% of our sales to San Francisco Baykeeper - they've led the charge to clean up mercury in the Bay, much of which is a direct result of gold mining." The "Green and Gold" theme also reflects the economy: implying the lack of "green" resulting from the financial melt-down, and suggesting what is truly "golden" - the friends and family that help us get through the hard times. "One of the greatest benefits of being a collective member is the sense of community - that's been invaluable in coping with this recession," Reeves notes. "Even when money's tight, you want to say 'thank you' to the people who've been there for you - it just becomes more important to find gifts that have personal meaning and inherent, lasting value... Handmade jewelry is all of those things." DATE/TIME: Fri-Sat, Dec 11-12, 12pm - 9pm, Sun, Dec 13, 12pm - 6pm LOCATION: Live Worms Gallery 1345 Grant Ave. San Francisco, CA, 94133 415-307-1222 http://www.kbrownarts.com COST/REGISTRATION: No charge. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.jewelryartisanscollective.com Email: info@jennyreeves.com Phone: 415-676-1510 Contact: Jenny Reeves About Jewelry Artisans Collective: A group of jewelers dedicated to building a co-operative network within the arts community, with the aim of sharing information while encouraging personal growth. The group - comprised of both students and professionals - was founded by alumni of The Revere Academy of the Jewelry Arts, a professional training school. The collective is locally based but has grown to international membership. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=414303

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Do-It-Yourself Short Couse: Drywall a Room

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:52:08 GMT

Location: San Jose

Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 6:00 PM

DIY Academy presents: Do-It-Yourself Short Couse: Drywall a Room Thursday, December 10, 6:00pm-10:00pm, San Jose MORE INFO: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Drywall is the most common building material found in most houses. But doing a professional job of hanging and finishing drywall is one of the most difficult do-it-yourself tasks. If you want to do drywall yourself, this class is for you. In this hands-on class, you will learn: * What tools you'll need, and how to use them * How to estimate the amount and types of drywall and other material you'll need * How to measure, cut and trim drywall * How to hang drywall, including the pro's tips and tricks * How to install corner bead, tape joints and spot nails * How to top and skim (also known as floating) All DIY Academy classes are hands-on seminars. You'll learn what to do, then actually practice doing it. DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 10 6:00pm-10:00pm LOCATION: DIY Academy 1244 South Bascom San Jose, CA, 95128 408-287-1422 http://www.DIYAcademy.com COST/REGISTRATION: $150, with an introductory offer of $95. http://www.DIYAcademy.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Email: info@DIYAcademy.com Phone: 408-287-1422 Contact: Steve Gross or Jeff Vasek About DIY Academy: The DIY Academy provides comprehensive, hands-on training for home improvement projects. The classes are taught by experienced contractors and teachers who share their professional 'tricks of the trade.' Hands-on activities occur in a one-of-a-kind lab that emulates the conditions do-it-yourselfers will encounter in their own homes. Participants learn what to do and and then practice doing it. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=412318

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WiT Annual Holiday Dinner

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:52:05 GMT

Location: SoMa

Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 6:00 PM

Women in Telecommunications presents: WiT Annual Holiday Dinner Thursday, December 10, 6:00pm-8:30pm, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.womenintelecom.org Start the holiday season with WiT at our traditional Holiday Dinner at Delancey Street Restaurant. Network with other professionals in a festive atmosphere. Savor a delicious four-course holiday dinner in the Southwest Private Dining Room. Please RSVP by December 3 and indicate your entree selection: *Rotisseried Rosemary & Garlic Chicken *Grilled Fillet of Salmon in a light soy glaze *Soulfood Gumbo (crab, chicken, shrimp & sausage) *Blackened Meatloaf w/garlic mashed potatoes *Vegetarian Pasta Primavera (available upon special request) DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 10 6:00pm-8:30pm LOCATION: Delancey Street Restaurant 600 Embarcadero San Francisco, CA, 94107 415 512-5179 http://delanceystreetfoundation.org/enterrestaurant.php COST/REGISTRATION: $30 - Members; $40 - Non-members. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.womenintelecom.org Email: witmail@rocketmail.com Phone: 415-561-9238 Contact: Deborah Siegle About Women in Telecommunications: http://www.womenintelecom.org WiT is an all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to education and networking. We are a group of professional women and men from all facets of the communications industries. We host a regular speaker series that focuses on key topics in communications and host other networking events. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=414160

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Free Intel Museum class teaches kids to make a musical holiday card

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:50:22 GMT

Location: Santa Clara

Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 3:30 PM

Intel Museum presents: Free Intel Museum class teaches kids to make a musical holiday card Thur, Dec 10, 3:30 and 4:30pm, Santa Clara MORE INFO: http://www.intel.com/museum Computer chips are everywhere--powering the Internet, controlling cars, automating factories, enhancing cell phones, and enriching home entertainment. A new class at the Intel Museum helps children ages 7 and up learn about computer chip science while making a musical holiday card! The class lasts about 45 minutes, and is offered twice during the afternoon. 3:30-4:15pm 4:30-5:15pm Space is limited and reservations are required. Email museum@intel.com to register (child's name, parents name, class time, age and telephone number) or call 408-765-0503. An adult who remains in the museum throughout the class must accompany all participants. Experience the exciting world of silicon technology as you explore more than 30 interactive exhibits at the Intel Museum in Santa Clara, Calif. Learn how silicon is at the heart of an ever expanding, increasingly connected digital world, changing the way people work, learn, play, and communicate. DATE/TIME: Thur, Dec 10, 3:30 and 4:30pm LOCATION: The Intel Museum 2200 Mission College Boulevard Santa Clara, CA, 95052 408-765-0503 http://www.intel.com/museum COST/REGISTRATION: Free. http://www.intel.com/museum MORE INFO: Website: http://www.intel.com/museum Email: museum@intel.com Phone: 408-765-0503 About Intel Museum: Discover the transforming role of Intel silicon technology in a changing world. The Intel Museum celebrates 40 years of Intel history and innovation through more than 30 interactive exhibits, educational programs, docent-led tours, and family fun. Free admission and parking. Open 9am-6 pm Mon - Fri; 10 am-5 pm Sat, excl. holidays. 2200 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=410483

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Holiday Buy Night

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:50:20 GMT

Location: Oakland West

Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 5:00 PM

Jack London Square presents: Holiday Buy Night December 10-11th, 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Oakland MORE INFO: http://www.jacklondonsquare.com Shop An Oakland shopping mall-ternative featuring the best of local and indie gifts, art, accessories, clothing and more from Oakland Unwrapped!, Pro Arts and Oakland Grown. Choose from Oakland shops, artisans, fine artists and products that are manufactured here in Oakland! Items for all ages, genders and tastes. Enjoy The Festivities Short theatrical and music performances throughout the two evenings DJ spinning festive tunes Kids Zone Gift Wrapping Eat, Drink and Be Merry Yummy foods, hot cocoa, coffee, tea, wine from local restaurants and food producers. Beer- this is the official launch of the new East Bay Express Beer - Bleeding Heart Lager, brewed down the street at Linden Street Brewery. Holiday Buy Night Strengthen our local economy and celebrate the diversity and character of our hometown. Purchases made with local indie business have as much 3x the positive economic impact on our community than purchases at chain stores. Clearly this is the best mall-ternative you could ask for!! See you there... DATE/TIME: December 10-11th, 5:00pm - 10:00pm LOCATION: Jack London Square Broadway & Embarcadero Oakland, CA, 94607 510-645-9292 http://www.jacklondonsquare.com COST/REGISTRATION: Free. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.jacklondonsquare.com Email: events@jacklondonsquare.com Phone: 510-645-9292 Contact: Linda Meyer Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=416743

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Handel's Messiah

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:48:48 GMT

Location: Dublin / Pleasanton / Livermore

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 - 8:00 PM

Pacific Chamber Symphony presents: Handel's Messiah Tuesday, December 8, 8:00pm-10:00pm, Livermore MORE INFO: http://www.pacificchambersymphony.org/ The Bankhead Theatre will once again resound with the greatest of all holiday treats. The Pacific Chamber Symphony will excite us again with a special performance of Handel's Messiah. The concert will feature a chorus made up of outstanding local soloists and chorus members. Handel's Messiah is one of the monumental works in all of musical literature. It is probably the most widely performed religious work in the world. It was an instant success when it was first performed in 1742. It was written in just 24 days. In 1741, Handel was broke, tired, and discouraged. Two unrelated events converged to change all that. First, Handel's wealthy friend, Charles Jensen, gave Handel a libretto that he had written based on the bible and the book of common prayer, and asked him to provide a musical setting. Second, Handel received a commission from a Dublin charity to compose a work for a benefit performance. Handel combined these two commissions, and the result was The Messiah. On August 22, he started work on the piece, never leaving his house, and barely pausing to eat or sleep. A little over three weeks later, one of the greatest masterpieces in the history of music was complete. The work was first performed at a charitable event in Dublin on April 13, 1742, with Handel himself conducting from the keyboard. It was an immediate success. It raised 400 pounds and freed 142 men from debtor's prison. Today, The Messiah is often performed in large halls, with a large chorus and a large orchestra. The original chorus and orchestra, although large by contemporary standards, were of more moderate size. The Pacific Chamber Symphony's interpretation adheres more closely to the earlier performances, and contains many elements from the original Dublin presentation. This approach allows for more subtlety and attention to detail. In any version, however, The Messiah is an inspired and inspiring work of art that rarely fails to elicit reverence and joy. DATE/TIME: Tuesday, December 8 8:00pm-10:00pm LOCATION: Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center 2400 1st St Livermore, CA, 94550 925-373-6800 http://www.livermoreperformingarts.org/bankheadtheater/ COST/REGISTRATION: Adult: $38/ $32/ $26 Student: $7. http://www.bankheadtheater.org MORE INFO: Website: http://www.pacificchambersymphony.org/ Email: info@pacificchambersymphony.org Phone: 925-373-6800 Contact: Lawrence Kohl About Pacific Chamber Symphony: The San Francisco based Pacific Chamber Symphony is the Best of the Bay when it comes to small orchestras: dynamic maestro Lawrence Kohl, brilliant musicians, a warm and embracing atmosphere, and inspiring interpretations of the most beautiful music ever written. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415770

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Method Products, Inc.: Game Changing Lessons from a Cradle-to-Cradle Company

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:48:40 GMT

Location: Financial District

Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 7:30 AM

Association for Strategic Planning presents: Method Products, Inc.: Game Changing Lessons from a Cradle-to-Cradle Company Thursday, December 10, 7:30am-10:30am, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.strategyplus.org/chapters/NorthernCalifornia.php Many of us endeavor to be green and sustainable even though the definitions of these concepts are ever changing as the industry develops. Method, a home care and personal care products company, has gone to the heart of sustainability when they chose to become a cradle-to-cradle certified company. Join Drummond Lawson, Green Giant (aka Sustainability + Material Scientist) who will share Method's strategies behind their success in becoming one of the fastest growing private companies in the country. You will learn and take away the following: * What are the business benefits of making sustainability central to corporate ethos and branding through Method's story of incorporating their sustainability strategy into their culture and product design globally. * How sustainability and cradle-to-cradle design are the new frontier of innovative product and corporate strategy. * The positive effects of transparent branding on the authenticity of a company. DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 10 7:30am-10:30am LOCATION: The Green Zebra Action Center - Crocker Galleria 50 Post Street San Francisco, CA, 94104 415-346-2361 http://www.thegreenzebra.org/eac/Green_Zebra_Action_Center/Welcome.html COST/REGISTRATION: $25 members, students, affiliates, $35 all others. At door $35 members, students, affiliates, $45 all others. http://www.strategyplus.org/chapters/NorthernCalifornia.php MORE INFO: Website: http://www.strategyplus.org/chapters/NorthernCalifornia.php Email: aspnorcal@strategyplus.org Phone: 408-209-5679 Contact: Deborah Droz About Association for Strategic Planning: The Association for Strategic Planning is a California based not-for-profit professional association focused on strategic planning and strategic management. ASP believes Strategic Planning, now more than ever, is critical to organizational survival and growth. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=416029

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What is Happening Next with Short Sales?

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:47:00 GMT

Location: Danville / San Ramon

Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 12:00 PM

Short Sales Access presents: What is Happening Next with Short Sales? Thursday, December 10, 12:00pm-1:00pm, Webinar MORE INFO: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/249656241 The webinar will help you get started with Short Sales and provide answers to questions like: * What is happening next with Short Sales? * What are the 4 Keys to get a short sale done successfully? * How do you learn about the banks' ratios and what they will accept? * What makes the loss mitigators job easy? * What are the 5 things most agents screw up when they are trying to do short sales? * What incentives does Obama's Foreclosure Alternatives Program provide? * What do people fail in short sales? * What is the 6 step short sales process? * What are the important things to look out for in BPOs? * How important is the Short Sale Analyzer for real estate agents and how can it help homeowners make an informed decision? Get up-to-date information on Short Sales! Learn how homeowners and real estate agents nationwide can get help to get their short sales closed. Most people do not have the resources, process knowledge, or experience needed to go through the process by themselves. If you are a HOMEOWNER facing difficulty making your mortgage payments, have loss of income, or owe more than your property is worth, find out how a Short Sale could help you possibly avoid foreclosure, and get you back on your feet. If you are a REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL the Short Sales Access team can handle all your short sales processing giving you the ability to move on and find another deal thus saving time and freeing you up so that you can make more money! The Short Sales Professional Team spends hours and hours on the phone with lenders for each short sale. This is a great benefit and a time saver for real estate professionals. If you are a BUYER looking for amazing bargains, find out how you can make money in your own backyard with Short Sale properties. DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 10 12:00pm-1:00pm LOCATION: Webinar https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/249656241 COST/REGISTRATION: Free (Must register to attend). https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/249656241 MORE INFO: Website: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/249656241 Email: info@shortsalesaccess.com Phone: 925-309-6109 Contact: Ketan Naran About Short Sales Access: All over America, people are behind in their mortgage payments and foreclosures are at an all time high. There is hope, however, with a process known as 'Short Sale'. Short Sales Access assists Homeowners and Real Estate Agents nationwide to help get their short sales closed. Most people do not have the resources, process knowledge, or experience needed to go through the process by themselves. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415915

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Would Your Benefits Plan Stand Up to an Audit? Part 2: Compliance

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:45:55 GMT

Location: Financial District

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 - 1:30 PM

Northern California Human Resources Association presents: Would Your Benefits Plan Stand Up to an Audit? Part 2: Compliance Tuesday, December 8, 1:30pm-4:30pm, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.nchra.org 3 CPE / MCLE Credits Is your group health plan audit-proof? Welfare benefit plans come with many compliance requirements. Building on "Part 1: Plan Administration", you'll get the necessary tools for ensuring your plan meets these important legislative requirements. You'll leave able to: *Define employer liability associated with insurance plans *Comply with Department of Labor benefits audits & HIPAA Privacy and Security *Identify when HIPAA relief does and does not apply *Interpret Domestic Partner Coverage Requirements for California Employers And join us in the morning for Would Your Benefits Plan Stand Up to an Audit? Part 1: Basic Plan Administration Speakers: Ari Fleischauer is known as one of the premiere administrators in the Flex Spending world. She specializes in IRC Section 125 benefits administration and on-going plan compliance issues. Ari currently manages the Flexible Spending Account department at the Vita Companies, the Service Center, and oversees complete operations of VitaFlex, a product that is used by many of the major consulting firms in the industry and is considered a world class program. Jason Lombardi jumped into the benefits world in 1999 as an Account Executive at the Vita Companies and provides full service employee benefit plan marketing, selection, implementation, compliance and management to a large client base. He is a member of several professional organizations and is relied upon for his COBRA expertise by many other employee benefit brokerage firms in the industry. Desired Level of Experience: Open to all levels DATE/TIME: Tuesday, December 8 1:30pm-4:30pm LOCATION: NCHRA Training Center 425 California Street San Francisco, CA, 94104 http://www.nchra.org COST/REGISTRATION: NCHRA Members: $130 / General: $165, Attend both A.M. & P.M. workshops & save - NCHRA Members $245 / General $315. http://www.nchra.org/source/meetings/cMeetingFunctionDetail.cfm?PRODUCT_MAJOR=WK90131&ion=chapter MORE INFO: Website: http://www.nchra.org Email: nchra@nchra.org Phone: 415-291-1992 About Northern California Human Resources Association: Since 1960, the Northern California Human Resources Association (NCHRA), a nonprofit membership association, has advanced the HR profession and the professionals who make it their career. We are proud to be one of the largest HR associations in the country. Throughout our history, our focus on quality education has garnered national recognition. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=408850

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Free Intel Museum class teaches kids to make a musical holiday card

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:45:52 GMT

Location: Santa Clara

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 - 3:30 PM

Intel Museum presents: Free Intel Museum class teaches kids to make a musical holiday card Tue, Dec 8, 3:30 and 4:30pm, Santa Clara MORE INFO: http://www.intel.com/museum Computer chips are everywhere--powering the Internet, controlling cars, automating factories, enhancing cell phones, and enriching home entertainment. A new class at the Intel Museum helps children ages 7 and up learn about computer chip science while making a musical holiday card! The class lasts about 45 minutes, and is offered twice during the afternoon. 3:30-4:15 pm 4:30-5:15pm Space is limited and reservations are required. Email museum@intel.com to register (child's name, parents name, class time, age and telephone number) or call 408-765-0503. An adult who remains in the museum throughout the class must accompany all participants. Experience the exciting world of silicon technology as you explore more than 30 interactive exhibits at the Intel Museum in Santa Clara, Calif. Learn how silicon is at the heart of an ever expanding, increasingly connected digital world, changing the way people work, learn, play, and communicate. DATE/TIME: Tue, Dec 8, 3:30 and 4:30pm LOCATION: The Intel Museum 2200 Mission College Boulevard Santa Clara, CA, 95052 408-765-0503 http://www.intel.com/museum COST/REGISTRATION: Free. http://www.intel.com/museum MORE INFO: Website: http://www.intel.com/museum Email: museum@intel.com Phone: 408-765-0503 About Intel Museum: Discover the transforming role of Intel silicon technology in a changing world. The Intel Museum celebrates 40 years of Intel history and innovation through more than 30 interactive exhibits, educational programs, docent-led tours, and family fun. Free admission and parking. Open 9am-6 pm Mon - Fri; 10 am-5 pm Sat, excl. holidays. 2200 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=410444

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Would Your Benefits Plan Stand Up to an Audit? Part 1: Plan Admin.

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:45:47 GMT

Location: Financial District

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 - 9:00 AM

Northern California Human Resources Association presents: Would Your Benefits Plan Stand Up to an Audit? Part 1: Plan Admin. Tuesday, December 8, 9:00am-12:00pm, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.nchra.org 3 CPE / MCLE Credits Morning Session: "Basic" benefit administration-a near contradiction in terms-whether a new administrator or a seasoned pro, everyone would agree that excellent benefit plan administration requires diligence in tracking many moving parts...nothing "basic" about it. Examine key components of the most important administrative issues in group health plans, including recent legislative updates that impact your plans. Specifically, you'll be able to: *Define elements of the ERISA Welfare SPD and Plan Document *List Premium Only Plan (POP) essentials *Interpret Table I Calculations for Group Term Life *Describe Federal COBRA and ARRA's Federal Subsidy And join us in the afternoon for Would Your Benefits Plan Stand Up to an Audit? Part 2: Compliance Speakers: Ari Fleischauer is known as one of the premiere administrators in the Flex Spending world. She specializes in IRC Section 125 benefits administration and on-going plan compliance issues. Ari currently manages the Flexible Spending Account department at the Vita Companies, the Service Center, and oversees complete operations of VitaFlex, a product that is used by many of the major consulting firms in the industry and is considered a world class program. Jason Lombardi jumped into the benefits world in 1999 as an Account Executive at the Vita Companies and provides full service employee benefit plan marketing, selection, implementation, compliance and management to a large client base. He is a member of several professional organizations and is relied upon for his COBRA expertise by many other employee benefit brokerage firms in the industry. Desired Level of Experience: Open to all levels DATE/TIME: Tuesday, December 8 9:00am-12:00pm LOCATION: NCHRA Training Center 425 California Street San Francisco, CA, 94104 http://www.nchra.org COST/REGISTRATION: NCHRA Members: $130 / General: $165, Attend both A.M. & P.M. workshops & save: NCHRA Members $245 / General $315. http://www.nchra.org/source/meetings/cMeetingFunctionDetail.cfm?PRODUCT_MAJOR=WK90130&ion=chapter MORE INFO: Website: http://www.nchra.org Email: nchra@nchra.org Phone: 415-291-1992 About Northern California Human Resources Association: Since 1960, the Northern California Human Resources Association (NCHRA), a nonprofit membership association, has advanced the HR profession and the professionals who make it their career. We are proud to be one of the largest HR associations in the country. Throughout our history, our focus on quality education has garnered national recognition. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=408827

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Save the Ant, Save the World

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:29:02 GMT

Location: Mission District

Monday, December 7, 2009 - 7:00 PM

Down to a Science presents: Save the Ant, Save the World Monday, December 7, 7:00pm-9:00pm, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.sciencecafesf.com Ants may be tiny, but they play a huge role in their ecosystems. In fact, biologists estimate that the collective weight of all the ants on Earth is equal to the weight of all humans. In this talk, Dr. Brian Fisher describes the unique behaviors and incredible adaptations of our planet's most charismatic small animals. See how ants farm, hunt and tend "herds of livestock". Learn how primitive Dracula ants feed on their sisters' blood. Watch the fastest recorded movement of any animal -- a feisty ant with lightening-quick jaws that Dr. Fisher filmed with one of the world's most advanced high-speed cameras. You'll also learn about Dr. Fisher's conservation efforts in Madagascar and gain new respect for our smallest neighbors. DATE/TIME: Monday, December 7 7:00pm-9:00pm LOCATION: Atlas Cafe 3049 20th St San Francisco, CA, 94110 415-648-1047 http://www.atlascafe.net/ COST/REGISTRATION: Free. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=153353150204 MORE INFO: Website: http://www.sciencecafesf.com Email: info@sciencecafesf.com Phone: 415-440-1792 Contact: Kishore Hari About Down to a Science: Down to a Science is a casual forum where leading scientists discuss their research with the public at a local cafe. After a short presentation from a scientist, we have Q&A leading to a dialogue. Speakers come prepared to get you involved in the discussion. DtaS features a blog with information about each topic. All this in an fun and easy atmosphere. You have never experienced Science like this! Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415122

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ATC Lecture: David Harrington, Sonic Immersion

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:28:53 GMT

Location: Berkeley

Monday, December 7, 2009 - 7:30 PM

Berkeley Center for New Media/Art Techonology & Culture Colloquium [ATC] presents: ATC Lecture: David Harrington, Sonic Immersion Monday, December 7, 7:30pm-9:00pm, Berkeley MORE INFO: http://atc.berkeley.edu Through more than three decades of work with the Kronos Quartet, David Harrington has had a major impact on contemporary music. Kronos commissions works from composers who re-envision what a string quartet is able to do, develops concert experiences that expand the definition of what a string quartet performance can be, and assembles recording projects that challenge established ideas of how a string quartet can sound. For this ATC lecture, Harrington will play a diverse selection of recordings drawn from his extensive recording collection amassed over three decades, followed by a discussion with Professor David Wessel of the Center for New Music and Audio Technology. David Harrington is the Artistic Director and founder of San Francisco's Kronos Quartet, which for more than 35 years has pursued a singular artistic vision, combining a spirit of fearless exploration with a commitment to expanding the range and context of the string quartet. In the process, Kronos has become one of the most celebrated and influential ensembles of our time, performing thousands of concerts worldwide, releasing more than 45 recordings, and commissioning more than 650 new works and arrangements for string quartet. Integral to Kronos' work is a series of long-running, in- depth collaborations with many of the world's foremost composers, including Americans Terry Riley, Philip Glass, and Steve Reich; Azerbaijan's Franghiz Ali-Zadeh; Poland's Henryk Gorecki, and Argentina's Osvaldo Golijov. Additional collaborators have included Chinese pipa virtuoso Wu Man; the legendary Bollywood "playback singer" Asha Bhosle; the renowned American soprano Dawn Upshaw; Mexican rockers Cafe Tacuba; the Romanian gypsy band Taraf de Haidouks; and Inuit throat singer Tanya Tagaq. Kronos' work has garnered many awards, including a Grammy for Best Chamber Music Performance (2004) and "Musicians of the Year" (2003) from Musical America. http://www.kronosquartet.org/ DATE/TIME: Monday, December 7 7:30pm-9:00pm LOCATION: 125 Morrison Hall UC Berkeley Berkeley, CA, 94720 http://www.berkeley.edu/map/3dmap/3dmap.shtml COST/REGISTRATION: Free. MORE INFO: Website: http://atc.berkeley.edu Email: info.bcnm@berkeley.edu Phone: 510-495-3505 About Berkeley Center for New Media/Art Techonology & Culture Colloquium [ATC]: Located on the UC Berkeley campus, The Berkeley Center for New Media (BCNM) is a cross-disciplinary learning center bringing technology, the humanities, and the arts together. BCNM hosts public events and lectures, such as the ATC series, conducts research, and offers a PhD program (DE in New Media). Over 100 faculty, advisers, and scholars from more than 30 UC Berkeley departments participate. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=416123

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Sing-It-Yourself Messiah: Valley Concert Chorale's Fourth Annual Event

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:27:30 GMT

Location: Dublin / Pleasanton / Livermore

Sunday, December 6, 2009 - 7:00 PM

Valley Concert Chorale presents: Sing-It-Yourself Messiah: Valley Concert Chorale's Fourth Annual Event Sunday, December 6, 7:00pm-9:00pm, Pleasanton MORE INFO: http://www.valleyconcertchorale.org/ Valley Concert Chorale, the Tri-Valley's premier chorus, will host its fourth annual Sing-It-Yourself Messiah on Sunday, December 6, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton. The community is invited to join in singing Part I of Handel's great choral masterpiece, also known as the Christmas portion of Messiah, which will conclude with a powerful rendition of the Hallelujah Chorus. "This is the fourth year we are hosting the event for the community, which has quickly become a holiday tradition for the region," says Valley Concert Chorale President Doris Slater. "Last year's event was a big success, drawing over 100 singers from around the Tri-Valley and beyond. It's great being able to offer this musical experience to the area, complete with professional soloists and accompaniment by our internationally-known concert pianist Daniel Glover." Singers are encouraged to bring their own copy of Messiah, though extra copies will be available to borrow. The event is also open to those who wish to listen to the performance. Tickets are $10 in advance or at the door. Advance tickets may be ordered by calling (925) 866-4003, or by email to info@valleyconcertchorale.org. Students 18 and under are free if accompanied by a paying adult. DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 6 7:00pm-9:00pm LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church 1225 Hopyard Road Pleasanton, CA, 94566 http://www.trinitypleasanton.org/ COST/REGISTRATION: $10. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.valleyconcertchorale.org/ Email: info@valleyconcertchorale.org Phone: 925-866-4003 About Valley Concert Chorale: The Valley Concert Chorale is the Tri-Valley's premier chorus for over 45 years. Under the direction of John Emory Bush, the Chorale has offered a variety of musical performances to serve the diverse musical tastes of its audiences. The all-volunteer, non-profit chorale receives financial support from grants, ticket sales, membership dues, and donations. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=413950

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SDForum Security Event: Are Clouds Secure? Security & Privacy

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:27:00 GMT

Location: Mountain View

Monday, December 7, 2009 - 6:30 PM

SDForum presents: SDForum Security Event: Are Clouds Secure? Security & Privacy Monday, December 7, 6:30pm-9:00pm, Mountain View MORE INFO: http://www.sdforum.org/SecuritySIG Topic: Are clouds secure? security, privacy and compliance in clouds Cloud computing has emerged as a popular way for corporations to save money that would otherwise go into their IT infrastructure. However, along with the promise of cloud computing there has also been considerable skepticism about the type and extent of security and privacy that these services provide. This session will address issues that affect any organization preparing to use cloud computing as an option. The authors of Cloud Security and Privacy address the security challenges, the steps you need to take to ensure your web applications are secure and your data is safe, and regulatory issues such as audit and compliance. With few details about such concerns provided to date, the obvious question to information security practitioners is, "what do those concerns really mean to organizations?" This talk will review the SPI delivery model (software-as-a-service - SaaS, platform-as-a-service - PaaS, and infrastructure-as-a-service - IaaS) and methodically explore security, privacy and compliance in public clouds offerings: The speakers will also discuss privacy, audit, and compliance implications of the security provided by public clouds. Additionally, we will discuss security-as-a-service - that is, security delivered as a service through the cloud (as opposed to the security of other services (i.e., SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS) provided by cloud service providers). Speaker: Subra Kumaraswamy CISSP, has more than 18 years of engineering and management experience encompassing Information Security, Internet and Ecommerce Technologies. He is currently leading a Security Access Mgmt program in the IT Security office at Sun. Subra's past roles include IT Architect, Software Engineer, Security Consultant at Accenture, Netscape, Lycos and Sun. DATE/TIME: Monday, December 7 6:30pm-9:00pm LOCATION: Symantec vCafe 350 Ellis Street Mountain View, CA, 94043 COST/REGISTRATION: Free to SDForum members;$15.00 for non-members. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.sdforum.org/SecuritySIG Email: info@sdforum.org Phone: 408-414-5950 Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=414980

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Do-It-Yourself Short Course: Install Laminate Flooring

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:25:41 GMT

Location: San Jose

Sunday, December 6, 2009 - 1:00 PM

DIY Academy presents: Do-It-Yourself Short Course: Install Laminate Flooring Sunday, December 6, 1:00pm-6:00pm, San Jose MORE INFO: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Laminate floors are popular. They look like wood floors and are extremely durable and easy to install. Laying a laminate floor takes planning and skill, but the payoff is a beautiful result, pride of accomplishment, and a lot of money saved. We'll teach you the step-by-step method the professionals use. In this hands-on class, you will learn: * The tools you'll need and how to use them * How to estimate the amount and types of flooring and other materials you'll need * How to lay out the floor and get started * How to install click-together laminate flooring * How to trim the floor with special molding All DIY Academy classes are hands-on seminars. You'll learn what to do, then actually practice doing it. DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 6 1:00pm-6:00pm LOCATION: DIY Academy 1244 South Bascom San Jose, CA, 95128 408-287-1422 http://www.DIYAcademy.com COST/REGISTRATION: $150, with an introductory offer of $95. http://www.DIYAcademy.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Email: info@DIYAcademy.com Phone: 408-287-1422 Contact: Steve Gross or Jeff Vasek About DIY Academy: The DIY Academy provides comprehensive, hands-on training for home improvement projects. The classes are taught by experienced contractors and teachers who share their professional 'tricks of the trade.' Hands-on activities occur in a one-of-a-kind lab that emulates the conditions do-it-yourselfers will encounter in their own homes. Participants learn what to do and and then practice doing it. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=412349

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A fun-filled Chanukah sing-along concert and fair for all ages!

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:25:38 GMT

Location: Berkeley

Sunday, December 6, 2009 - 1:30 PM

Congregation Netivot Shalom presents: A fun-filled Chanukah sing-along concert and fair for all ages! Sunday, December 6, 1:30pm-4:30pm, Berkeley MORE INFO: http://www.netivotshalom.org/ Light up the dark days of December! A fun-filled Chanukah concert and celebration 2:00 Opening songs by Rabbi Menachem Creditor 2:15 Chanukah stories by well-known Bay Area storyteller, Liora Brosbe 3:00 Live performance by FRAN AVNI, internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter and children's recording artist plus holiday food; gifts, menorahs, dreidels, candles, children's books; and a jumpy house "Fran Avni is an international treasure. She reminds us that music is best when shared with many, allowing us to build bridges of spirit, hope, community and song" Craig Taubman DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 6 1:30pm-4:30pm LOCATION: Congregation Netivot Shalom 1316 University Ave. Berkeley, CA, 94702 510-549-9447 http://www.netivotshalom.org COST/REGISTRATION: $4.00/children age 12 and under; $14/ all others. http://www.brownpapertickets.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.netivotshalom.org/ Email: rimmonim@netivotshalom.org Phone: 510-549-9447 Contact: Cathy About Congregation Netivot Shalom: Netivot Shalom, Berkeley's egalitarian, Conservative synagogue, is hosting this event along together with the following co-sponsors: Camp Kee Tov, Camp URJ Camp Newman-Swig, Camp Tawonga, Camp Ramah of Northern California, Tehiyah Day School and Oakland Hebrew Day School; and local business supporters: Afikomen and Semifreddi's. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415373

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San Francisco Mandolin Orchestra Fall Performance

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:23:44 GMT

Location: Albany / El Cerrito

Sunday, December 6, 2009 - 4:00 PM

San Francisco Mandolin Orchestra presents: San Francisco Mandolin Orchestra Fall Performance Sunday, December 6, 4:00pm-6:00pm, Albany MORE INFO: http://www.sfmandolin.org San Francisco Mandolin Orchestra will perform a unique concert of light-hearted music around the theme of children, including R. Schumann's Scenes of Childhood and the Toy Symphony (composed by L. Mozart, or J. Haydn). We will serve refreshments, and after the performance we will give you an opportunity to see and play a mandolin yourself. St. Albans is located on Washington Ave. in Albany, one block north of Solano, at Curtis Street. DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 6 4:00pm-6:00pm LOCATION: St. Alban's Episcopal Church 1501 Washington Ave. Albany, CA, 94706 http://www.st-albans-albany.org/ COST/REGISTRATION: Requested donations: $15 - adults, $10 - seniors, students, low income. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.sfmandolin.org Email: sfmo@sfmandolin.org Phone: 510-649-9519 Contact: Sarah J. Bell, concertmaster About San Francisco Mandolin Orchestra: The San Francisco Mandolin Orchestra is a plucked string orchestra with 20-25 members, playing instruments of the mandolin family (mandolin, mandola and mandocello), as well as guitar, double bass, and harp. Our conductor is Achille Bocus. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=415541

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Meditation and the Evolution of Consciousness with Martin Wuttke

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:22:27 GMT

Location: San Jose

Sunday, December 6, 2009 - 2:00 PM

Center for Spiritual Enlightenment presents: Meditation and the Evolution of Consciousness with Martin Wuttke Sunday, December 6, 2:00pm-4:30pm, San Jose MORE INFO: http://www.csecenter.org Paths of spiritual awakening have a fundamental aim: to transform and refine the brain and nervous system so that innate divine potential can be realized. Learn about the applications of recent technology innovation and how it pertains to meditative practices, particularly the methods of Kriya Yoga meditation with, A. Martin Wuttke, Executive Director of NeuroTherapy Centers for Health International, L.L.C. Marty Wuttke is a pioneer in combining multiple protocols of Neurofeedback therapy as an intervention for many conditions ranging from depression to ADD/ADHD. With over 30 years of research and application of yogic science of consciousness, ayurvedic medicine, holistic nutrition and meditation, he is uniquely qualified in combining the wisdom and methods of ancient traditions with advanced technologies of today as a way to facilitate healing, personal growth and the awakening process. DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 6 2:00pm-4:30pm LOCATION: Center for Spiritual Enlightenment 1146 University Avenue San Jose, CA, 95126 408-283-0221 http://www.csecenter.org COST/REGISTRATION: $25. http://www.csecenter.org/Site/ProgramsInfo.aspx?EVID=1272 MORE INFO: Website: http://www.csecenter.org Email: info@csecenter.org Phone: 408-283-0221 x11 Contact: Wahila Wilkie About Center for Spiritual Enlightenment: Center for Spiritual Enlightenment in San Jose, a ministry in the spiritual tradition of Kriya Yoga, which welcomes seekers from all religious backgrounds who are interested in Self- and God-realization. Our vision is individual and planetary awakening to the One Truth known by many names. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=417031

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UC Berkeley Regents' Lecture: Jimmy Wales, Wikipedia Founder

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:21:22 GMT

Location: Berkeley

Saturday, December 5, 2009 - 7:30 PM

UC's Berkeley Center for New Media presents: UC Berkeley Regents' Lecture: Jimmy Wales, Wikipedia Founder Saturday, December 5, 7:30pm-9:00pm, Berkeley MORE INFO: http://bcnm.berkeley.edu "Welcome to the New World", Jimmy Wales, Founder of Wikipedia Mr. Wales discusses the history and impact of Wikipedia globally, as well as current trends on the Internet and his work at Wikia. Jimmy Wales is an American Internet entrepreneur best known for founding the Wikimedia Foundation, the charity which operates Wikipedia.org, and the company Wikia, Inc., which operates Wikia.com. Wales received his Bachelor's degree in finance from Auburn University and his Master's in finance from University of Alabama. He was appointed a fellow of the Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard Law School in 2005 and in 2006, he joined the Board of Directors of the non-profit organization Creative Commons. In January of 2001, Wales started Wikipedia.org, the online encyclopedia that anyone can edit and today Wikipedia and its sister projects are among the top-five most visited sites on the web (comScore, January 2009). In mid-2003, Wales set up the Wikimedia Foundation, a non-profit organization to support Wikipedia.org. The Foundation, now based in downtown San Francisco, has a staff of close to thirty focusing on fundraising, technology, and programming relating to the expansion of Wikipedia. Wales now sits on the board of trustees of the Wikimedia Foundation, and as founder continues to act as a key spokesperson. In 2004, Wales co-founded Wikia, Inc., a for-profit company that enables groups of people to share information and opinions that fall outside the scope of an encyclopedia. In 2007, The World Economic Forum recognized Wales as one of the "Young Global Leaders." In addition, Wales received the "Time 100 Award" in 2006, as he was named one of the world's most influential people in the "Scientists & Thinkers" category. Mr. Wales' UC Regents Lecture is presented by the UC Berkeley Center for New Media (BCNM). DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 5 7:30pm-9:00pm LOCATION: 150 Stanley Hall UC Berkeley Berkeley, CA, 94720 http://www.berkeley.edu/map/3dmap/3dmap.shtml COST/REGISTRATION: Free, General Admission Seating Available at the Door. MORE INFO: Website: http://bcnm.berkeley.edu Email: info.bcnm@berkeley.edu Phone: 510-495-3505 About UC's Berkeley Center for New Media: Located on the UC Berkeley campus, the Berkeley Center for New Media (BCNM) is a cross-disciplinary learning center bringing technology, the humanities, and the arts together. BCNM hosts public events and lectures such as the ATC series, conducts research, and offers a PhD program (DE in New Media). Over 100 faculty, advisers, and scholars from more than 30 UC Berkeley departments participate. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=413627

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Do It Yourself Short Course: Hang New Doors

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:21:20 GMT

Location: San Jose

Sunday, December 6, 2009 - 9:00 AM

DIY Academy presents: Do It Yourself Short Course: Hang New Doors Sunday, December 6, 9:00am-1:00pm, San Jose MORE INFO: http://www.DIYAcademy.com One of the things that dates a house is the interior doors. You can remove your old doors and install new, contemporary materials for a fraction of what you'd pay a finish carpenter. We'll demystify the process of hanging new doors and replacing existing doors. In the process you'll learn how to use the right tools, and the tricks that Finish carpenters use. In this class you will learn: * What tools you'll need, and how to use them * How to remove old doors and frames * How to install new doors, even by yourself * How to "match and replace" door in the existing frames * How to replace or install new door knobs * Tricks of the trade that will make your job look professional All DIY Academy classes are hands-on seminars. You'll learn what to do, then actually practice doing it. DATE/TIME: Sunday, December 6 9:00am-1:00pm LOCATION: DIY Academy 1244 South Bascom San Jose, CA, 95128 408-287-1422 http://www.DIYAcademy.com COST/REGISTRATION: $150, with an introductory offer of $95. http://www.DIYAcademy.com MORE INFO: Website: http://www.DIYAcademy.com Email: info@DIYAcademy.com Phone: 408-287-1422 Contact: Steve Gross or Jeff Vasek About DIY Academy: The DIY Academy provides comprehensive, hands-on training for home improvement projects. The classes are taught by experienced contractors and teachers who share their professional 'tricks of the trade.' Hands-on activities occur in a one-of-a-kind lab that emulates the conditions do-it-yourselfers will encounter in their own homes. Participants learn what to do and and then practice doing it. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=412410

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SF Choral Artists: Old Chestnuts, New Fire!

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:21:17 GMT

Location: Palo Alto

Saturday, December 5, 2009 - 8:00 PM

San Francisco Choral Artists, Magen Solomon Artistic Dir. presents: SF Choral Artists: Old Chestnuts, New Fire! Saturday, December 5, 8:00pm-10:00pm, Palo Alto MORE INFO: http://www.sfca.org "Traditional December choral concerts, with their well-worn carols and holiday themes, can be great for lifting the spirits. But for concertgoers who want more than just another sing-along, San Francisco Choral Artists' upcoming program, "Old Chestnuts, New Fire!," offers a tantalizing alternative. Under Magen Solomon's direction, SFCA has assembled one of the holiday season's more distinctive repertories, combining a selection of audience/singer favorites with several newer works, two premieres and, yes, some Christmas carols - in performances Dec. 5 in Palo Alto, Dec. 12 in San Francisco, and Dec. 13 in Oakland." So wrote Joseph Sargent in a Preview article on sfcv.org. The program includes Early Music by Byrd and Gesualdo, more contemporary works by Part, Biebl, Busto, Howells, and Tavener; favorites from among the Bay Area's own most well known composers - Maia Aprahamian, David Conte, Herb Bielawa, Roger Nixon, and Wayne Peterson; and sparkling world premieres by Composer-in-Residence Brian Holmes and Composer-Not-In-Residence, New Zealander Christopher Marshall. Writes Sargent: "[Artistic Director] Solomon avidly cultivates engagements with local artists to help bridge the gulf between composer and performer... "I feel like music needs to be live music," Solomon comments. "It's so easy to listen to flawless recordings, but having live singers in front of live audiences singing music by living composers has always been a critical part of our group." Come celebrate the season with this unusual concert. "...amongst the foremost unaccompanied singing groups... on this or any other coast." -- R. Dane Danubian, artssf.com "The Choral Artists sang with fervor, discernment, and tonal beauty" -- Anna Carol Dudley, San Francisco Classical Voice DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 5 8:00pm-10:00pm LOCATION: St. Mark's Episcopal Church 600 Colorado Ave Palo Alto, CA, 94306 http://www.saint-marks.com COST/REGISTRATION: $14-$23 Advance Purchase; $19-$30 at Door. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/producer/6139 MORE INFO: Website: http://www.sfca.org Email: info@sfca.org Phone: 415-979-5779 Contact: info@sfca.org About San Francisco Choral Artists, Magen Solomon Artistic Dir.: SF Choral Artists has achieved national renown for innovative programs + stunning performances presenting new works and masterworks of the last 600 years. Specializing in music of living composers, they have premiered 150 works + released 3 CDs. Magen Solomon has directed since 1995 and is also Assistant Prof. of Choral Music at USC and active as a guest conductor, adjudicator and clinician. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=416467

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Opening the Essay: A workshop and reading with poet, Jane Hirshfield

fullcalendar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:19:35 GMT

Location: SoMa

Saturday, December 5, 2009 - 4:00 PM

California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) presents: Opening the Essay: A workshop and reading with poet, Jane Hirshfield Sat, Dec 5, Workshop: 4pm-5:30pm; Reading: 7pm-9pm, San Francisco MORE INFO: http://www.ciis.edu/News_and_Events/Event_Calendar/Opening_the_Essay_.html The California Institute of Integral Studies presents "Opening the Essay: A Workshop and Reading for Artists and Others" with poet, Jane Hirshfield. About the Workshop: This brief workshop will explore essay writing as a tool of opening: a way to expand investigation, discovery, and understanding for those who may not ordinarily or primarily write in this form. The essay form has its roots in a word meaning "try," "trial," "test," and "weighing"; it is a way to sketch and stretch through into new and deepened realms. We'll look at how essays think, how to choose a subject, and the many possibilities inherent in the form. Participants should bring paper, pen, and a first sentence and title from an essay (by someone else) that they admire. Following the workshop, Jane Hirshfield will read from her work, beginning at 7pm. Jane Hirshfield's work appears in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, Orion, and five editions of The Best American Poetry, is the author of six prize-winning poetry collections, including After and Given Sugar, Given Salt, as well as a now classic book of essays, Nine Gates: Entering the Mind of Poetry. She has also edited and cotranslated several anthologies including Women in Praise of the Sacred: Forty-three Centuries of Spiritual Poetry by Women. In 2004 the Academy of American Poets honored her with the 70th Academy Fellowship for distinguished poetic achievement. This event is sponsored by the Writing, Consciousness, and Creative Inquiry Department and the Public Programs Department at CIIS. DATE/TIME: Sat, Dec 5, Workshop: 4pm-5:30pm; Reading: 7pm-9pm LOCATION: California Institute of Integral Studies 1453 Mission Street San Francisco, CA, 94103 415-575-6100 http://www.ciis.edu/about/directions.html COST/REGISTRATION: Workshop, $35. Reading and Book Signing, $18. http://www.ciis.edu/News_and_Events/Event_Calendar/Opening_the_Essay_.html MORE INFO: Website: http://www.ciis.edu/News_and_Events/Event_Calendar/Opening_the_Essay_.html Email: bsaito@ciis.edu Phone: 415-575-6264 Contact: Brynn Saito About California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS): The California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is an institution of higher education offering interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, and applied studies in psychology, counseling, philosophy, religion, cultural anthropology, transformative studies and leadership, integrative health, women's spirituality, community mental health, and the arts. Send to Outlook: http://www.fullcalendar.com/vc.cfm?i=413124

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