Bay Area Events

Luxury Italian Designer, Michael Toschi is opening his private showroom to the public. All women's shoes, belts and handbags are 50% off. For more... More

The Role Model Program is looking for volunteers to inspire underserved youth to achieve ambitious dreams. For more information call or visit www.therolemodelprogram.org.

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

Pacific Repertory Theatre's annual fundraiser offers over 300 different prizes, including the $250,000 grand prize. Proceeds benefit the Golden Bough... More

The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is hosting a digital photography contest for photographers of all levels. Call or visit www.openspace.org/contest... More

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

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

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

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

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

The studio offers various pilates and yoga classes, including those for seniors and those focusing on gyrotonics.

The Humane Society Silicon Valley is actively recruiting volunteers for its foster care program, helping to prepare animals for adoption. For more information,... More

Artifacts, art created for the museum, photographs and collections of newspapers and magazines, oral and written histories and more focusing on the history... More

Online exhibit documenting the rise of Lou's Village from its creation in 1946. Visit www.historysanjose.org/lousvillage to view the exhibit.

An online-only exhibit presenting oral histories from former plant workers. Visit www.historysanjose.org/cannerylife to view the exhibit.

This online exhibit focuses on various local labeling companies, the labeling process and the legacy of the everyday works of art. Visit www.historysanjose.org/labellegacy... More