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MHS Spirit Week
As part of Milpitas High School's Spirit Week, on Thursday, Oct. 16, residents will have an opportunity to get fired up for the Friday homecoming football game during the "Remember the Titans" Movie Night on the Green at 7 p.m. on campus. The showing is free. Residents will be able to meet the Milpitas High football teams.
An Alumni Tailgate will be held Friday, Oct. 17 from 5-7 p.m. in front of Milpitas High gymnasium. $12 rib platters will be for sale (ribs, salad, corn, drink, free raffle ticket). Pictures of students over the years, yearbooks, and photo albums will be available.
The Homecoming Football Game will begin Oct. 17 with former band member and football player recognitions from 7-7:20 p.m., followed by the national anthem sung by Manuel Romero at 7:20 p.m. The varsity football game will kickoff at 7:30 p.m. The halftime show will include the Milpitas High Marching Band and Spirit Squad. Former king and queen Nick Van Damme and Catherine Li will return to crown the 2008 homecoming king and queen.
Camera club meets
The Milpitas Camera Club will be holding its next meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at the Milpitas Police Community Room, 1275 N. Milpitas Blvd., at 7 p.m. All interested photography enthusiasts are welcomed to attend. This month's meeting will feature a presentation on "geotagging" your images. The Milpitas Camera Club is comprised of local photographers whose experience and expertise range from beginner
Fil-Am fundraiser
Comedian Rex Navarrete will highlight an evening of "Fun and Fashion" as the Filipino American Real Estate Professional Association presents a gala fundraiser for Gawad Kalinga at Club Motif, 389 S. First St. in San Jose on Oct. 8. In addition to Navarrete's comedic stylings, the fashion show will feature creations from well-known designers. Tickets are $65 per person and $500 per table. This is a charitable donation. Contact Tess Crescini at 781-0949 cell, e-mail tess@heritagehi.com or Edelith Obas at (510) 338-8991, or info@jamesobasentertainment.com.
Free tutoring
Milpitas Unified School District is offering free tutoring to students in grades one through six attending Robert Randall Elementary School. Students must participate in the free and reduced meal program. The tutoring is offered before or after school, or on weekends. Pick up a registration packet at Randall or call 635-2600, extension 6014.
New courses
Ever wish you could learn to cook and dance like they do on television? Metropolitan Adult Education Program's Erikson Center is offering a wide variety of new classes for the fall including "Chocolate Decadence," "Ballroom Dance," "Positive Parenting," and more than 300 online courses. For a complete list of online courses, visit www.ed2go.com/metroed.
To register for any of the classes offered at MAEP's Erikson Center located at 4849 Pearl Ave., San Jose, call 723-6450 or visit www.MetroED.net. Most classes begin in October and November.
Better Breathers Club
On the last Monday of the month, Breathe California hosts the Better Breathers Club, a support group for people suffering from lung disease and their family members. Guest speakers from various health disciplines share their expertise with the group, in an effort to help participants breathe easier and lead a higher quality of life. The group also offers an open forum to discuss common concerns related to their lung disease. The next meeting is Monday, Oct. 27 from 1:30-3 p.m. at 1469 Park Ave., San Jose "Health Resources and Relaxation Practices for Managing Stress" by Ellen DiNuccci, Stanford University Cancer Clinical Trials recruitment specialist, will be the topic. For more information on the Better Breathers Club, call 998-5865 or visit www.lungsrus.org.
Knights fundraiser
The Knights of Columbus in Milpitas will conduct their annual fundraiser drive to raise money to benefit the Milpitas High School special education program. The drive will be held Friday through Sunday, Oct. 17-19.
The Knights of Columbus are urging citizens everywhere to support this fundraising by making a donation. The Milpitas drive will be coordinated by the St. Elizabeth Council No. 8747. Those wishing to learn how they can help the drive can contact drive chairman Gwan Alisantosa at 263-4638.
Knights of Columbus volunteers will be in front of the Lucky Store at 1350 S. Park Victoria Drive, and Ocean Supermarket at 2 S. Park Victoria Drive in Milpitas accepting donations.
Pandit Jasraj at ICC
The India Community Center in Milpitas, in collaboration with Bay Area Performing Arts, is proud to celebrate Indian culture and heritage with Padmavibhushan Pandit Jasraj. The maestro will perform in his distinct and soulful style on Sunday, Oct. 19 at 5 p.m. at ICC Milpitas, 525 Los Coches St. Advanced tickets are available at $40 and $30 ($45 and $35 at the door). Tickets are available online at www.sulekha.com/bayarea.
MUSD hearing
In accordance with Education Code 60119, Milpitas Unified School District will hold a public hearing to discuss the availability of books and instructional materials for kindergarten through grade 12 students in the board room of the district office, located at 1331 E. Calaveras Blvd. in Milpitas. The hearing will be held during the Oct. 14 Board of Education meeting at 7 p.m.
East Valley Artists
The East Valley Artists organization will hold its annual art show on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the Foothill Presbyterian Church at 5301 McKee Road in San Jose. The public is invited to view local fine art offered for sale. A free raffle will be conducted for those that attend and vote for their favorite piece, with a piece of original EVA art awarded to the winner. Free refreshments will be served. For more information, call Wendell Fiock at 806-0919.
Peaceful Poets
The Peaceful Poets have scheduled upcoming meetings Oct. 16 at the Milpitas Community Library, located at 40 N. Milpitas Blvd.; Nov. 20 at 543 E. Calaveras Blvd. in Milpitas; and Dec. 18 at Giorgio's Italian Food & Pizzeria at 643 E. Calaveras Blvd. in Milpitas. All meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. There will be a dinner following the Dec. 18 meeting at Giorgio's. Cost is $12 per person. For more information, contact Pat Montoya at 262-7037.
Lions speech contest
The Milpitas Host Lions Club announces its next Speakers Contest, which will begin a series of contests starting in February 2009. The subject is "Water, Will California Be Left High and Dry?" All students in grades nine through 12 may enter. Prizes are substantial, and students can earn up to $20,000 in scholarship money.
The speech must be between five and 10 minutes. Milpitas Host Lions Club encourages all high school students to consider entering the contest and begin preparing their speeches. For more information, contact Milpitas Host Lions President Irene Whiteside at 469-1991.
Principal to be honored
Judy Morasci, founder and longtime principal of Milpitas Christian School, will be honored by her friends and colleagues in "A Celebration of Ministry" on Friday, Nov. 7. The celebration will be held at Napredak Hall in Milpitas at 6:30 p.m. Friends and colleagues are urged to call Mariann Wilson at Milpitas Christian School to receive an invitation or purchase tickets by Oct. 25. Dinner tickets will be $55 a person. Donations for a gift may be made through Milpitas Christian School. Call 945-6530 for more information.
Vision Literacy orientation
Vision Literacy, a service of the Santa Clara County Library, provides adults in Santa Clara County with free literacy services. A nationally recognized non-profit organization, Vision Literacy trains volunteer tutors to help adults with reading, writing, and basic math skills.
Vision Literacy is offering volunteer orientations that provide a brief overview of core projects and the populations served. This informational session enables potential volunteers to better understand Vision Literacy's services, discuss expectations of tutor training, and allow for a direct question and answer period. After completing orientation, interested volunteers are welcome to register for tutor training or explore other volunteer opportunities.
To register for orientation call 262-1349 or e-mail info@visionliteracy.org.
Food Addicts meetings
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets every Wednesday from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Pioneer Mobile Home Park Recreation Room, 60 Wilson Way. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12-step program for overeating, bulimia and anorexia. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. For more information, call Suzanne at (510) 793-2666.
Hospice volunteers
Pathways Hospice is looking for volunteers to provide compassionate care and companionship to people facing the end of life. Volunteer opportunities are also available for office assistant, community education, special projects, and bereavement services. Pathways Hospice is located at 585 N. Mary Ave. in Sunnyvale. For more information or to enroll, call Joanne Griffin at (510) 613-2017, e-mail jgriffin@pathwayshealth.org or visit www.pathwayshealth.org.
Young ladies life skills
International Order of Job's Daughters - Silicon Valley teaches young ladies, 10 to 20 years old, important life skills such as leadership, organization, teamwork and self-reliance. Girls also learn a sense of community by participating in philanthropic projects. Meetings are held on the first Monday at 7 p.m. and the third Saturday at 11 a.m. of each month at Mountain View Masonic Lodge, 890 Church St., Mountain View. For more information, call 781-0946 or e-mail yvettespencerbg103@yahoo.com.
Child advocates needed
Child Advocates of Silicon Valley is seeking caring adults, 21 and older, to become friends, mentors and advocates for children in the foster care system that have been abused, neglected or abandoned. Volunteers spend weekly one-on-one time with a child and speak up for their best interests in court. There are currently hundreds of children on the waiting list for an advocate. To learn how you can help, or for more information, please contact Samantha at 573-5665 or samantha@cadvocates.org.
Treasure hunting
The Treasure Hunting Society of Santa Clara Valley meets the second Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Location is Napredak Hall, 770 Montague Expressway, San Jose. Guests are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, call 435-9933 or visit members.tripod.com/~WaipahuHaole1/treasurehunters.html.
Volunteers sought
Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley seeks center and home care volunteers to care for injured and orphaned wildlife for release back to the wild. Volunteer opportunities include: animal care, board work, construction, database/office management, educational outreach, event planning, facilities planning, fundraising, grant writing, graphic design, and landscaping/gardening. The Wildlife Center, located in San Jose, has an active and enthusiastic corps of volunteers committed to welcoming and training new supporters.
For more information visit www.wcsv.org on the Web. E-mail Patricia Abreu at volunteer@wcsv.org or call 929-9453 for orientation dates.
Toastmasters gather
Milpitas Toastmasters Club meets every Monday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the North Valley Christian Fellowship building located at 919 Hanson Court.
Milpitas Toastmasters Club is not affiliated with North Valley Christian Fellowship. Guests are always welcomed.
For more information, including a map, visit www.milpitastoastmasters.com.
