Sunset’s 14th annual Celebration Weekend on June 4th and 5th features tours of the gardens, seminars and more! Sunset Headquarters, 80 Willow Road in Menlo Park from 10am to 5pm. For more information, visit http://www.sunsetwineclub.com/cwtickets
East Bay Vivarium Traveling Reptile Program features between 20 and 30 reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids.
The program typically brings along an assortment of creepies, crawlies, and critters, including tarantulas, frogs, lizards, turtles, spiders, scorpions, and snakes. The program is very exciting and perfectly safe. Children will also learn a little natural history, animal husbandry, and safety.
Watch teens ages 12-18 compete in the 2011 Teen Talent Show finale. Performances may include singing, dancing, comedy, magic, or other special talent.
All performers are the first and second place winners of the six local branch competitions. Each individual or group contestant will perform for up to 5 minutes.
Performances will be judged on a 10-point scale in the following four categories: (1) stage presence, (2) originality, (3) audience response, and (4) professionalism. Winners receive cash prizes of $250 for First Place, $150 for Second Place, and $50 for Third Place.
San Jose’s Citywide 2011 Teen Talent Show grand finale is at Almaden Branch Library in the Community Room on Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 3-5pm. Come early and bring your family and friends to cheer on your favorite performers.
The Studio by Angi is a new hair and skin salon, boutique, and espresso bar in Almaden Valley.
The salon offers the latest in hair design and rejuvenating skin treatments. The hair stylists and medical estheticians all have extensive background and expertise.
The boutique offers unique, affordable treasures from designer clothing and accessories to artisan home décor. The espresso bar offers eco-friendly coffees, gourmet sandwiches, and confectionary treats.
“Our goal is to offer Almaden Valley a hip, new design oriented hair and skin salon, coupled with a chic and trendy boutique. We want The Studio to be the ultimate experience,” says Krystal Woodworth, co-owner of The Studio and CEO of AngiUSA.
The Studio has an inviting atmosphere, from its Parisian-style street-front espresso bar to its creative and energetic ambiance that boasts a twist of stylish, “art-sy” décor, amazing artwork, and light and airy spaces adorned with ironwork and floor-to-ceiling windows, and great music.
The Studio’s official grand opening is Friday, May 20, 2011 from 10am-5pm, with a reception from 6-9pm. Special events are Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 10am-4pm. Guests will receive a personal tour of the salon, giveaways, wine tasting, and hors d’oeuvres. Plus an opportunity to enjoy free hair and skin consultations, preview new artists and designers, browse and shop.
The Studio is also promoting 20% discounts off all hair and skin care products for the weekend, featuring Bumble and Bumble and Pureology. To celebrate the grand opening, skin care services are 20% off through July 15, 2011.
The Studio by Angi is made up of a group of seasoned founders and Almaden Valley business professionals. The Studio is part of Artisans Network Galleria, Inc., AngiUSA, an Almaden Valley based social-entrepreneurial organization, focusing on creating positive change in communities by ensuring the empowerment of individuals and inspiring creative growth. AngiUSA also offers a dynamic Web site gallery with an extensive selection of amazing works by talented artisans and designers.
Almaden Summer Horse Camp is for kids, ages 6-16, who like horses, riding, and creating friendships and experiences that be will cherished forever.
Children will have fun learning to ride and improving their riding skills. Kids can learn Western, English, or Bareback. The camp is suited for beginners and advances to higher skill levels. Each child is evaluated for his/her ability and placed in a group that matches their age and skill level.
Children will also learn what it takes to properly care for our equine buddies. This season’s Summer Camp will also feature fun activities and entertainment, including exciting shows, demonstrations, horse related games, crafts, and more.
Almaden Summer Horse Camp is at Almaden Equestrian Center in Almaden Valley. Each Summer Horse Camp session is Monday through Friday from 9am-4pm. Extended care is available Monday through Friday 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm.
Each 5-day session is $450 per child. You can register online. Ask about sibling discounts. Refer 3 friends and receive $50 off upon their paid enrollment in one or more sessions in the 2011 Summer Camp season.
Following are the 5-day Summer Camp sessions available for 2011:
Session 1: June 13 – June 17, 2011
Session 2: June 20 – June 24, 2011
Session 3: June 27 – July 1, 2011
Session 4: July 5 – July 8, 2011 (4 days @ $360)
Session 5: July 11 – July 15, 2011
Session 6: July 18 – July 22, 2011
Session 7: July 25 – July 29, 2011
Session 8: August 1 – August 5, 2011
Session 9: August 8 – August 12, 2011
Session 10: August 15 – August 19, 2011
For more information, contact the Summer Camp Program Director, Patricia Jamison, at (408) 927-0232 or info@almadensummerhorsecamp.com.
About Almaden Equestrian Center
Almaden Equestrian Center is a friendly, family orientated 6-acre ranch that features a horse boarding facility, large outdoor arena, smaller covered arena, round pen, and plenty of room for riding horses. AEC also has a community snack shack with a full size refrigerator, microwave, and running water. The shaded picnic area is perfect for eating lunch and taking breaks.
Just announced by REAL Trends, Alain Pinel Realtors has held onto our #6 national ranking, for a second year, with nearly $6.8 billion in closed sales volume for 2010 – leaving us only $200 million away from the #5 position. We are also still the #1 residential real estate firm in California.
The REAL Trends 500 is an annual research report which identifies the countrys largest and most successful residential real estate firms as ranked by closed transaction sides and separately by closed sales volume. This report represents the most trusted standard of measuring the performance of the nations leading firms.
Nancy Ghantous Tennis is holding Junior Tennis Camp and Classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced players this Summer. The program provides a positive and fun learning experience. Kids learn fundamentals and skills that last a lifetime.
The program is directed by USPTA / USPTR Tennis Professionals, Nancy Ghantous and a team of coaches. The program begins the week of June 6, 2011 and ends on August 12, 2011. You can sign-up your child for one or multiple weeks.
The program includes the following options:
Quick Start
Players are introduced to the game of tennis and develop eye-hand coordination. The equipment and courts are tailored to a child’s size and age so they develop their skills, learn rally, and have fun right from the start. For kids ages 6-10. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 9-10am. Price is $15 for 1 hour.
Strikers
This beginner-level program focuses on stroke refinement, and singles and doubles strategy and tactics in match play situation. For kids ages 6 and older. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 4-5pm. Price is $15 for 1 hour.
Smashers
This intermediate-level program focuses on stroke development, and tactics and match play. For kids ages 8 and older. Classes are held Monday-Wednesday, 5-6pm. Price is $15 for 1 hour.
Aces
This advanced-level program focuses on singles and doubles strategy and tactics, match play, and overall development as a tournament player. For kids ages 12 and older. Classes are held Monday-Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. Price is $20 for 1.5 hours.
Specialty Shots
This is an advanced-level program. For kids ages 12 and older. Classes are held on Friday, 5-6:30pm. Price is $20 for 1.5 hours.
Tennis Camp
Tennis camp for beginner and intermediate players. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 9-11am. Price is $35 for 2 hours.
The Junior Tennis Program is at the Almaden Country Club. View the flier and sign-up form. For more information contact Nancy Ghantous at 408-644-6641 or ghantous_nancy@hotmail.com.
Almaden Valley Athletic Club is offering a personalized safety course for women called Training for Life. You will learn how to create a “window of opportunity,” and proven escape techniques.
The course instructors include Eric Frost, Ev Pepper, and Daniele McCollum. All of the instructors are certified in self defense and personal safety.
The program is at Almaden Valley Athletic Club on Friday, May 13, 2011, from 6:00-7:30pm. The price is $24.95 for AVAC Members and $29.95 for Non-Members. If you sign-up with a buddy, the price is only $19.95 per person.
You can RSVP, by signing up online. If you have any questions, please contact Becky Smothermon at 408-445-4919 or bsmothermon@avac.us.
Leland High School Booster Club is holding its 2011 Denim 2 Diamonds fundraiser benefiting Leland athletic programs and athletes.
The event includes dinner, no host bar, desert, dancing, live auction, and premium raffle. This year’s event will be hosted by Robert Braustein, Executive Producer of Cal-Hi Sports Bay Area and Leland Alumnus.
Denim 2 Diamonds will be at The Golf Club at Boulder Ridge in Almaden Valley on Friday, May 6, 2011 from 6:30pm to 12:00am. Tickets are $85 per person, $170 per couple, and $850 per table (includes 10 people). You can purchase tickets online through May 6, 2011.
