Bay Area Events

Anchor Education is asking for donations of old cars, trucks or vans to raise funds for special needs children.

The California Coastal Commission is accepting entries for its 2008 amateur photography contest. Entrants are encouraged to submit photos of the coast... More

Sunnyvale's Cultural Diversity Advisory Committee is currently recruiting new members. Applications must be received by Sep 12.

Gavilan College is accepting nominations for the 2008 Spirit Awards. Nominations accepted thru Aug 22.

The yogi scholar hosts a discussion about yoga philosophy. Free; call to reserve.

History San Jose is currently recruiting docents and volunteers to present tours at History Park and Peralta Adobe.

Vs. Modesto—Jul 19–21 Vs. Bakersfield—Jul 22–24 Vs. Rancho Cucamonga—Jul 28–31 Vs. Modesto—Aug 1–3 Vs. Visalia—Aug 11–13 Vs. Stockton—Aug 14–16 Vs.... More

History San Jose is presenting the exhibition Speed City: From Civil Rights to Black Power at San Jose City Hall. The exhibition has traveled to the wing... More

John Patrick Stanley's Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning play about a priest under suspicion of molestation premieres in Silicon Valley. Previews Jul 16-18.

NWS Peace Program is looking for families to host international high school students for the 2008-2009 school year.

Charles McNeal, tenor saxophone; Henry Butler, piano/vocals; Bennett Paster, organ/keyboard; Danny Caron, guitar; ; Ruth Davies, bass; Ndugu Chancler,... More

Artists Jeff Emmerichs, Dan McClean, Carolyn Shaw, Mary Stahl, Eric Steppling and Karen White display their works of landscape and still life painting,... More

The Gallery at Cogswell College displays student art created by the Class of 2008.

The Sunnyvale Senior Center offers various classes, including those related to aerobics, nutrition and meditation. Call for more information.

Volunteers are needed to help clean, organize and better the gardens and park, as well as lead educational activities. Visit www.grpg.org or call for... More

Willow Glen's Children's Theatre performs a workshop using improvisation and theater games. Free.

The Eastside Neighborhood Center offers various community events throughout the week, including free legal assistance, insurance counseling, bingo and... More

This program offers nutritious meals, socialization opportunities and special events for seniors. $2-$5 suggested donation.

Vision Literacy seeks tutors to teach adults how to read. Call to register for orientations, which begin in January and end in August at various Santa... More