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Thursday
Four Freshmen
From their start in 1948, the Four Freshmen
pioneered a new style of close-harmony vocals built on the barbershop
tradition. Today’s ensemble of highly educated, musically diverse young men,
has been called the greatest jazz vocal group of all time. While preserving
the unmistakable sound of the original group, their fresh vitality enhances
the jazz and pop standards that made the Four Freshmen a success, blending
four-part harmonies, a twist of elegance, a splash of swing, and a whole lot
of fun.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $54/$43/$34 Students (17 & under): $14
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center -
Four Freshmen Website - eLivermore.com theater page
At the Bankhead Theater
Friday
The Pops concert on Friday November 2, 2012, will begin the celebration of the Livermore-Amador Symphony's 50th season—hence the evening's theme of “Golden Sounds.” The Symphony will perform “I Left My Heart in San Francisco,” “Singin’ in the Rain,” “On the Trail,” “Thanks for the Memories,” the overture to Die Fledermaus, and much more.
The audience will be seated at round tables in the Cresta Blanca Room at the Robert Livermore Community Center. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the concert begins at 8 p.m. Food may be brought in but no drinks; wine, beer, and soft drinks will be sold as part of this fundraiser for the Symphony.
Audience and orchestra members are encouraged to attend in costumes in keeping with the theme.
Tickets will be available starting on September 10, 2012. All seats are
reserved, at $30 each—or save with a table of eight for $210. Call (925)
447-6454 for reservations. Then write a check payable to LAS Guild with
notation "POPS"; mail it (with your name, address, and phone number) to LAS
POPS, P.O. Box 1049, Livermore CA 94551.
Sponsor: Livermore
Amador
Symphony
Location: Robert Livermore Community Center, 4444 East Ave,
Livermore.
Time: Doors open at 7:00pm. Concert begins at 8:00pm.
Admission: $30 Available for purchase: Beer, Wine,
Soft Drinks, Coffee, Tea.
More info:
Livermore-Amador
Symphony (925) 373-6824, or
Bankhead Theater
At the Fairgrounds
Fri-Sun
Hula Competition, solo and group competition. Arts & Crafts Venders from California & HawaII. Local style food booths
Sponsor: Kumu Hula Association
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Fri, 3pm - 10pm; Sat, 9am - 6pm; Sun, 9am - 6pm
Admission: Adults Fri $12, Sat & Sun $15, children 5 & under FREE, Arts & Crafts & food $10. Parking $8
More info: www.kumuhulaassociation.com, 650-355-6451, or Fairgrounds web site
At the Bankhead Theater
Oct 26,27,28
Nov 2,3,4
Sat, Sun
Fri-Sun
Fri-Sun
The world’s greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmark Broadway musical that is one of the theatre’s finest accomplishments. Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City, as two young idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the “American” Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time.
Sponsor: Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre
Location: Bankhead Theater - LVPAC web site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: Fridays & Saturday: 8:00pm. Sunday Matinees: 2:00pm
Admission: Individual tickets: $38 Regular, $36 Seniors, $28 Juniors
Season Tickets for Main Stage (West Side Story, The Full Monty, Oliver!): adults 18-59 $97.50; seniors 60+ $92.00; juniors 0-17 $60.00
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info - LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info: Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre, eLivermore.com theater page, Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center
Firehouse Arts Center
Nov 9,10,11
Nov 16,17,18
Fri-Sun
Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast' Just re-released for production. Disney’s classic Fairy Tale of pride, self-sacrifice and love, this 'Tale as Old As Time' is the perfect opportunity to bring the whole family together for a great evening of entertainment.
Sponsor: Pacific Coast Repertory Theater
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: Fri: 8:00pm. Sat 11/3: 8:00pm. Sat 11/10 & 11/17: 2:00 & 8:00. Sunday 2:00.
Admission: Adult: $33/$29/$18; Senior & Child: $29/$24/$17;
More info: www.firehousearts.org - Pacific Coast Repertory Theater
Firehouse Arts Center
Sun
Come One, Come All. For an hour before the Sunday Matinee Performances of Beauty & the Beast, come and meet the Princess for Tea and Treats, from 12:45-1:45 PM. Join us upstairs in the Rudy and Marge Johnson Studio at the Firehouse Arts Center. Best for audience members age 4 and up.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 12:45pm
Admission: $10
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Saturday
Dan Zanes and Friends
The exuberant, handmade music of the Grammy Award-winning band Dan Zanes and
Friends has crowds of all ages joining in this fun-filled extravaganza.
Catchy tunes with a multicultural flair and hip musicality evoke sea
chanteys, rollicking music halls, traditional folk songs, Mexican son
jarocho and the spirit of rock and roll, pulling audiences right onto their
feet. The lively blend of drums, bass, mandolin, electric guitar, trumpet,
fiddle, and spoons makes for what the Los Angeles Times called “a dance
party, hootenanny for the 21st century.”
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 10:00am
Admission: $43/$34/$23 Students (17 & under): $14
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center -
Dan Zanes and Friends Website - eLivermore.com theater page
Monday
Forbidden Broadway
Sample a wild and wacky view of everything Broadway has to offer in a single
hilarious evening of satirical comedy and clever musical parodies that
skewer all the latest shows. This brand-new edition of “Forbidden Broadway”
takes on the good, the bad and the indifferent – from “Spider-Man,” “Ghost”
and “Nice Work If You Can Get It,” to classics such as “Phantom of the
Opera,” “Wicked” and “Death of a Salesman,” nothing is sacred. There's no
need to be a musical theater buff or even see the latest shows to enjoy this
one-of-a-kind comic masterpiece that once again proves “Forbidden Broadway”
is alive and kicking.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $54/$43/34 Students (17 & under): $14
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Thurs-Sun
Paragon Outlets in Livermore opens November 8th. 130 stores, 543,000 square feet.
Lots of opening sales, including:
Michael Stars Outlet:
Enjoy 25% off purchases or $250 or more on Nov 8th, plus enter to win a $100
gift card
Sponsor:
Paragon Outlets
Location: 2972 Paragon Outlets Drive, Livermore
Times: 10:00am opening
More info:
Paragon Outlets
Aug 9
Sept 13
(No Oct)
Nov 8
Dec 13
Thursday
Art Happens on the second Thursday each month in downtown Livermore! From 6 – 8:00pm, drop in on exhibitions, demonstrations, open studios, or meet the artists. Join in on art critiques, “make it and take it” sessions, learn pottery painting techniques and more. Enjoy live music, wine tasting, coffee or microbrews while enjoying art in galleries, tasting bars, studios, shops and restaurants. It’s all within walking distance, and the parking is free!
Sponsor: Bothwell Arts Center
Location: Bothwell Downtown Art Studios,
62 S. L Street. Livermore
Times: 6:00 to 8:00pm
Admission: Free
More info:
http://www.bothwellartscenter.org
| 1 - Bothwell Downtown Art Studios 62 South L Street www.bothwellartscenter.org Open studios with featured artists and guests: Jul • Dave Dunlap Demonstrates Impressionistic Oils Aug • Multi-faceted Art of Carol Faber Sep • Julie Hayward Trout Oct • ArtWalk on Saturday, October 13th Nov • Jacob Hankinson Portraiture Dec • Holiday Open House Carolers and Cheer 2 - Art Glass
Studios |
5 - Figurehead Gallery 2222 Second Street, Suites 20-21 www.figureheadgallery.com Rotating displays by gallery artists. Jul • Goran Konjevod Origami Demo Aug • Figures and Faces Exhibition Sep • The Legacy of Ansel Adams and Minor White Nov • Photography of Walter Davies, Lisa and Ron Rigge Dec • Bill Owens Suburbia Then, Now, and Beyond 6 - Winemaker’s Pour House 2241 First Street www.winemakerspourhouse.com Local artist displays coordinated by artistic edge. Appetizers, wine tasting available for purchase. 7 - Artistic Edge at Blacksmith Square 21 South Livermore Avenue www.artisticedgelivermore.com Explore the Edge, New Happenings each month… Jul • Celebrating “Made in the USA” Aug • Animal Art Sep • The Art of Music Nov • Holiday Sparkle Arts Dec • The Art of Ornaments 8 - Sanctuary Ultra Lounge 9 - Livermore Art Association Artist’s Gallery
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Friday
Robert Cray Band
Five-time Grammy Award-winning guitarist Robert Cray was inducted into the
Blues Hall of Fame at the age of 57, the youngest living inductee. He is
credited with attracting a new generation of fans to the world of blues with
his distinctive razor-sharp guitar and music that stretches beyond
traditional blues, touching on Caribbean, salsa, gospel and jazz to deliver
powerful and meaningful stories. His signature blend of rock, rhythm and
blues, combined with smooth, seductive vocals that speak of love and loss,
has earned Cray a reputation as a modern blues poet – his music electrifies
the heartstrings and captures the soul.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $81/$70 Students (17 & under): $14
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Nov 9-11
Fri-Sun
In keeping with the fun traditionally exhibited by the Broadway Chorus, the upcoming November concert will feature the "Saints and Sinners of Broadway".
Saintly songs will include Bless our Show (Sister Act), Blow Gabriel Blow (Anything Goes), Oh Bless the Lord my Soul (Godspell) and the reverent ode to creation Let There Be (Children of Eden).
On the sinning side of the ledger, the concert will feature No One Mourns the Wicked (Wicked), Poor Unfortunate Souls (Little Mermaid), Pack up your Sins (I Love a Piano), and Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat (Guys and Dolls).
The show will also include the Broadway Kids Chorus, made up of local children in grades 1-8, directed by Jenny Matteucci and Glen Riggs. The show is directed by Jenny Matteucci, accompanied by Daniel Lockert, and produced by JoAnn Loitz.
The three performances will be held on Friday, November 9 at 8 PM, Saturday, November 10 at 8 PM and Sunday, November 11 at 2 PM at Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road in Pleasanton.
Tickets are available online at www.trivalleyrep.org or at the Amador
Theater box office on the show days. Ticket prices are adults 18+ $20,
seniors 60+ $17, juniors under 18 $10. There is a 10% discount when tickets
are purchased at the door for those who hold a Broadway Chorus "business
card" available from any Broadway Chorus member. For more information visit
the chorus website, www.broadwaychorus.org, or call 925.462.2121
Sponsor: Tri-Valley Repertory
Theatre
Location: Amador Theatre,
1155 Santa Rita Road in Pleasanton
Times: Friday & Saturday: 8:00pm. Sunday Matinee:
2:00pm
Admission: Adults: $20; Seniors (60+): $17, Juniors (0-17): $10
More info: Tri-Valley Repertory
Theatre
Sat
Join Livermore Valley Wine Country at the new Premium Paragon Outlets during the grand opening weekend November 10th, 2012 5-8 pm
Tickets are $10 and include tasting of 15 Livermore Valley Wineries and a commemorative glass!
Tickets are limited and can be purchased the day of, at a first come, first served basis!
Must be 21 + to taste, ID required.
Participating Wineries Include:
Big White House Winery and John Evan Cellars, Charles R Vineyards, Concannon
Vineyard, Crooked Vine Winery/ Stony Ridge Winery, Eagle Ridge Vineyard,
Fenestra Winery, Garré Vineyard & Winery, Little Valley Winery, Longevity
Wines, Murrieta's Well, Nottingham Cellars, Rios-Lovell, Rodrigue Molyneaux,
Wente Vineyards Estate
Sponsor: Livermore
Valley Winegrowers Association
Location: Paragon Premium Outlets, Friesman Road, Livermore
Times: 5:00-8:00pm
Admission: $10
More info: Livermore
Valley Winegrowers Association
At the Fairgrounds
Sat to Sun
The final Goodguys Get-Together of the year offers West Coast gear heads one last chance to blow out the carbon before old man winter sets in! The festive weekend includes a giant show & shine with American powered cars and trucks of all years, makes & models plus a special truck exhibit featuring big trucks, little trucks, trick trucks, semi-trucks, monster trucks and wild show trucks! See over 3,000 rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks, a giant swap meet & car corral, vendor exhibits, Goodguys AutoCross, pinstriper's brush bash, model car show and a special Veteran's Tribute Saturday!
Sponsor: Goodguys Rod & Custom Association.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.(Sat.); 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.(Sun.).
Admission: $17 adults; $6 youth ages 7-12; children 6 and under free; $8 parking.
More info: Fairgrounds Web Site, www.good-guys.com, http://www.ggwestcoastnats.com/ 925-838-9876.
Sat
Alexander Schimpf, Piano - Del Valle Fine Arts
Once again, Del Valle Fine Arts has the pleasure of presenting the
latest (2011) Gold Medal winner of the prestigious Cleveland International
Piano Competition. This season it’s the young German virtuoso, Alexander
Schimpf. Other recent competitions he has won include the 2008 German Music
Competition and the 2009 International Beethoven Competition in Vienna,
Austria. He has appeared in solo recitals and with leading orchestras in
many of the world’s most important concert halls, including, in just the
last year, the Konzerthaus in Vienna, the Konzerthaus in Berlin, Carnegie
Hall in New York City, and the Marinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg. “…the
performance [was] marked by secure interaction with the Orchestra and
complete mastery of the score’s technical and emotional dimensions. By
turns, the pianist whipped up storms, spun out golden filigree, and plumbed
philosophical depths.” [The Plain Dealer review of Alexander
Schimpf’s Final Round Performance, 2011 Cleveland International Piano
Competition].
Sponsor:
Del Valle Fine Arts
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission:
$35/$29/$23
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Sun
A Tribute to the Beach Boys
Endless Summer: A Tribute to the Beach Boys starring the California
Beach Boys The musical history of the Beach Boys is presented in this
exciting multi-part live concert show featuring the career and the
incredible hits of America's most beloved and successful sixties supergroup!
Using multiple costume changes and telling the story of the Beach Boys, this exciting and fun presentation contains all the classic hits including "Surfer Girl," "Fun Fun Fun," "Surfin Safari," "Good Vibrations," "Help Me Rhonda," "Barbara Ann" and a whole ocean full more! Starring 'The California Beach Boys' - the world's most popular Beach Boys Tribute Artists!
Experience the ultimate Beach Boys show in this fantastic recreation of
the greatest classic Beach Boys performances of all time.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 3:00pm
Admission: $43/$38/$33 Students (17 & under): $14
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Wednesday
Royal Drummers of Burundi
The Royal Drummers and Dancers of Burundi have passed down their sacred
traditions for centuries, yet their distinctive rhythms sound as modern as
any contemporary beat. As much a spectacle of dance as music, the
breathtakingly athletic drummers bring magnificent grace to their leaps,
twists and spins, dancing with as much skill, expressiveness, and thunderous
excitement as they drum. Channeling the creative spirit of a nation, the
energy of these African drum masters inspires musicians and audiences alike.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $63/$54/$43 Students (17 & under): $14
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Firehouse Arts Center
Wed
Compared to greats Lucille Ball, Carol Burnett and Red Skelton, Kat delights in bringing to the stage the very things most people keep secret. She speaks the truth, hopefully making it easier for the rest of us to be honest with ourselves. (You just might recognize yourself in some of her material!) She’ll be introduced by Dave Mencarelli, whose quirky wit, low self esteem, and mild narcissism are the perfect recipe for laughter. Don’t miss this hilarious duo!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $15.
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Fri
The LAA Gallery at Carnegie Park kicks off the holiday shopping season with their annual Fall Trunk show on Friday, November 16 from 5:00-8:00 pm. Local artists will bring in extended lines of their jewelry and clothing accessory collections. Shoppers can nibble on wine and appetizers and try on original handmade accessories.
This season five artists will have their winter collections: Caryne Mount hand-dyes silk scarves and makes tote bags from upholstery samples. Rhonda Chase has won many jewelry awards with her intricate wire wrapping. Diana Carey hand-casts her own metal pendants. Michele Buckett and Christine McCall make necklaces and earrings from precious and semi-precious stones. Also available will be Angela Johal's line of retro button bracelets.
The Gallery is located in the historic Carnegie Building at 2155 Third
Street, Livermore. The public is welcome to attend and admission is free.
Combine this with dinner downtown for a very enjoyable evening! For more
information call the Gallery at 925-449-9927
Sponsor:
Livermore Art
Association
Location: Carnegie Building, 2155 Third St. Livermore
Times: 5:00-8:00pm
Admission: Free. Items for sale.
More info:
Livermore Art
Association, 925-449-9927
At the Fairgrounds
Fri-Sun
The West Coast’s largest fall consumer golf expo, the 2012 Bay Area Fall Golf Show opens its doors at the Alameda County Fairgrounds Nov. 16-18, bringing the lowest prices of the year on name-brand clubs and equipment from the industry’s top manufacturers in the Golfsmith superstore, custom clubfitting from industry experts, a free indoor driving range featuring all the hottest new clubs on the market, fun skills contests featuring thousands of dollars in prizes and more! In addition, show attendees will receive a goody bag valued at over $100, including $100 off a round at Half Moon Bay Golf Links, and more! Parking is free, tickets are good for all three days, and the all-new Visit Tri-Valley Wine and Food Festival is right next door!
Sponsor:
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Friday 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Admission: Adults: $11 Seniors (60+): $9 Under 12 are FREE! Ticket valid for all three days! Parking: Free
More info: www.bayareagolfshow.com or Fairgrounds web site
Saturday
Jump out of bed on Saturday, November 17th and grab your mother, daughter, sister, girlfriend, colleague, grandma, aunt, niece...to get a head start on the Holiday Shopping!
Livermore Downtown Inc. is hosting the 7th Annual “Earlier Than the Bird; Shopping Celebration” On November 17, 2012. And for the third year, The Pleasanton Downtown Association will host their 3rd “Earlier Than the Bird” event! This popular event is designed to launch the Holiday Shopping Season in a unique and entertaining fashion, capturing the Holiday Shopping dollars before the Corporate Retail launch on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. Livermore’s and Pleasanton’s downtown retail shops will be open at 7 AM, offering refreshments to their patrons to keep them fueled. There will be special offers, added value campaigns and… to make this really a fun time… shoppers, in Livermore, will receive a free messenger bag as a gift, IF they are wearing their pajamas!
“The Holiday Season is the most important revenue generating quarter for our small businesses in downtowns.” Says Livermore Downtown Executive Director, Rachael Snedecor. “It is imperative that independent business owners find unique ways to attract consumers to discover the specialty products and services to be found in Main Street Commercial districts.”
The California Main Street Alliance is working closely with Downtown Districts across the State of California to create awareness and gain commitment to the “Shop Local” movement. Rachael Snedecor, as past President of the California Main Street Alliance, invites all downtowns to join in hosting the “Earlier Than The Bird” event in their districts. “This year we are thrilled to have our neighboring, sister downtown of Pleasanton joining the party!” says Snedecor. “Tri Valley residents now have the opportunity to enjoy two historic downtown districts for this fun “Slumber Party” style shopping event!” Laura Olson, Executive Director of the Pleasanton Downtown Association, states “Our Downtown Pleasanton businesses are excited to partner with Livermore on this unique and exciting event. Events like these are what our local Downtowns are all about – an inviting, fun and festive environment for everyone to enjoy while shopping and dining!”
This event will be launching a Holiday Season that will generate income
for more than just the business owners. Much needed sale tax revenue will be
generated for Alameda County and for the local communities of Livermore and
Pleasanton.
Sponsor:
Livermore Downtown
Association
Location: Downtown Livermore
Times: 7am to 12pm
Admission: Free (items for sale)
More info:
Livermore Downtown
Association (925) 373-1795
At the Fairgrounds
Sat-Sun
A festive celebration of old and new featuring the regions finest artisan-exhibitors, all displaying and selling their hand crafted furniture, holiday decor, upcycled/repurposed treasures, vintage, primitives, farmhouse, lighting, floral designs, framed art, personalized items, jewelry, textiles, wearable art, gourmet delights and so much more!
Sponsor: Country Folk Art
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Sat 10AM - 5PM, Sunday 10AM - 4PM.
Admission: Adults $7, Handstamp Re-admits Both Days!, Child 15 & under FREE Parking: $8
More info: www.countryfolkart.com, 248-634-4151, or Fairgrounds web site
Saturday
This fun shopping experience is a local favorite! Livermore’s and Pleasanton’s downtown retail shops will be open at 7 a.m., offering refreshments to their patrons to keep them fueled. There will be special offers, added value campaigns and, to make this really a fun time, shoppers will receive a free gift, IF they are wearing their pajamas!
Sponsor: Pleasanton Downtown
Location: Downtown Pleasanton
Times: 7am to 12pm
Admission: Free (items for sale)
More info: Pleasanton Downtown Association,
Saturday
Celebrate the holidays at Downtown Pleasanton’s Magical Holiday Evening, the annual downtown open house. The streets will come alive with the sights and sounds of the holidays.
Start your holiday shopping and celebrate the season with an evening of
holiday festivities. Downtown shops, restaurants and businesses usher in the
holidays with festive decorations, twinkling lights, and an early visit from
Santa.
Experience Pleasanton’s beautiful and distinctive downtown with its
hometown atmosphere and charm. Bring your family and friends to shop, dine
and discover all they have to offer for the holidays!
Sponsor: Pleasanton Downtown Association
Location: Museum on Main, 603 Main St, Pleasanton
Times: 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Admission: Free (items for sale)
More info: Pleasanton Downtown
Association,
Sat-Sun
The Livermore Valley Lithophiles present Lithorama 2012. The show and sale features gem and mineral displays from California collectors. Dealers will offer crystals, jade, turquoise, fossil specimens, beads, mineral specimens, lapidary equipment, rough rock, and finished jewelry. The glow room has a fantastic display of fluorescent minerals. Demonstrators will show carving, faceting, wire- wrap and lampwork bead techniques. The special kids corner has activities for children.
Sponsor: Livermore Lithophiles
Location: The Barn. 3131 Pacific Ave. Livermore
Times: 10:00-5:00 (Sat); 10:00-4:00 Sunday
Admission: $5 for adults. Children 12 & under Free with adult.
More info: http://www.lithophiles.org/lithorama.html
Firehouse Arts Center
Sun
This fall, immerse yourself in the Flow State with Warren Miller Entertainment and experience the ultimate winter from a lens of absolute clarity. Warren Miller’s Flow State is a place of such singular focus and connection with the environment that, in this place, the faster you ride, the slower time passes. The Flow State exists anywhere crisp winter air shocks your lungs and sunlight refracts off snowflakes, allowing you to emerge from this state improved – happier, more confident and more aware of your surroundings. So buckle up, because Warren Miller’s 63rd annual ski and snowboard film will take you into the zone…the moment…the groove…the center…the Flow State.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road
Times: 7:00pm
Admission: $20
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Mon-Wed
Calling all high school athletes! Come train with the NorCal rugby champion Pleasanton Cavaliers! In this 3 day high performance training camp, high school athletes will master rugby passing, tackling, rucking, scrums and lineouts. New players will be joined by veteran Cavalier rugby players & experienced coaches, eager to win yet another rugby championship. On the final day of camp, athletes will be tested with a full rugby scrimmage. This camp is open to all high school men and women in grades 9-12. Camp will be Mon., Tues & Wed., November 19, 20 & 21. We will train 9am - 12pm each morning. The camp will be located on the all-weather turf at Fallon Sports Park, 4605 Lockhart Street, Dublin, CA 94568. The cost is $80 for the 3 days and includes a Cavaliers Rugby T-shirt & final day BBQ. Each day at camp, college rugby coaches will be assisting and recruiting potential players for their programs. Don’t wait! Register today!
Sponsor: Pleasanton Cavaliers Youth Rugby Club
Location: Fallon Sports Park, , 4605 Lockhart Street, Dublin,
Times: 9am to 12pm each morning
Admission: $80 for three days
More info: Pleasanton Cavaliers Youth Rugby Club - president@pleasantonrugbyclub.com
Mon-Wed
Learn to play rugby with the Pleasanton Cavaliers! Staffed by league-certified Cavalier rugby coaches, our camp teaches the fundamentals of rugby in a fun and safe way. New players will learn rugby passing, safe tackling techniques, rucking, scrums and lineouts. Returning players will prepare for the upcoming youth rugby season. On the final day of camp, each age group will show what they’ve learned in a full rugby scrimmage. We celebrate the end of camp with a traditional rugby BBQ. This camp is for Boys and Girls, ages 5 through 8th grade. Camp is Mon., Tues & Wed., November 19, 20 & 21 and runs 1pm - 4pm each afternoon. This camp on the all-weather fields at Fallon Sports Park, 4605 Lockhart Street, Dublin, CA 94568. The cost of the camp is $80 for the 3 days and includes a Cavaliers Rugby T-shirt and final day BBQ. Don’t wait: Register today!:
Sponsor: Pleasanton Cavaliers Youth Rugby Club
Location: Fallon Sports Park, , 4605 Lockhart Street, Dublin,
Times: 1pm-4pm each afternoon
Admission: $80 for three days
More info: Pleasanton Cavaliers Youth Rugby Club - president@pleasantonrugbyclub.com
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Experience the magic of our brightly decorated holiday train, covered with thousands of lights, as it winds through the darkness of Niles Canyon on a 75-minute round-trip ride from Niles to Sunol and back, and the later train from Sunol to Niles and back.
This annual fundraising event is presented by the Pacific Locomotive Association to benefit Niles Canyon Railway projects throughout the year. We are sincerely grateful for all of our supporters who help our non-profit, tax-exempt, living history museum continue to operate and grow.
Trains run both from Sunol to Niles and back, and from Niles to Sunol and back.
Location: Downtown Sunol
Times: Departures from 4:30pm from Niles, 7:30 from Sunol
Admission: General seating is $25 ages 3 and up. See the Niles Canyon Railroad.
$17 for Wednesdays: Nov 28, Dec 5, Dec 12.
Reserved seating is $40.
Private Caboose: $600 for up to 24 people.
eLivermore Photos.
More info: Niles Canyon Railroad. Info should be on the Niles Canyon site mid to late September. Ticket purchases around the 2nd week of October.
2012 Dates - From Sunol
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| Nov 23 7:30 | Nov 24 7:30 | |||||
| Nov 25 7:30 | Nov 28 7:30 | Nov 30 7:30 | Dec 1 7:30 | |||
| Dec 2 7:30 | Dec 5 7:30 | Dec 7 7:30 | Dec 8 7:30 | |||
| Dec 9 7:30 | Dec 12 7:30 | Dec 14 7:30 | Dec 15 7:30 | |||
| Dec 16 7:30 | Dec 19 7:30 | Dec 21 7:30 | Dec 22 7:30 | |||
| Dec 23 7:30 | Dec 26 7:30 | Dec 28 7:30 | Dec 29 7:30 | |||
| Dec 30 7:30 |
2012 Dates - From Niles
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| Nov 23 4:30 | Nov 24 4:30 | |||||
| Nov 25 4:30 | Nov 28 4:30 | Nov 30 4:30 | Dec 1 4:30 | |||
| Dec 2 4:30 | Dec 5 4:30 | Dec 7 4:30 | Dec 8 4:30 | |||
| Dec 9 4:30 | Dec 12 4:30 | Dec 14 4:30 | Dec 15 4:30 | |||
| Dec 16 4:30 | Dec 19 4:30 | Dec 21 4:30 | Dec 22 4:30 | |||
| Dec 23 4:30 | Dec 26 4:30 | Dec 28 4:30 | Dec 29 4:30 | |||
| Dec 30 4:30 |
Friday, Sat
Smuin Christmas Ballet
“The Christmas Ballet” kicks off the holiday season with a dazzling
combination of classical ballet and rollicking character numbers, filled
with all the sass and sizzle that has made the Smuin Ballet famous. The
varied program of works offers something for everyone starting with
traditional Bach and sacred carols, and moving on to klezmer, gospel,
holiday standards and even a touch of Elvis. A delightfully enchanting
performance from beginning to end, “The Christmas Ballet” never fails to
send audiences home relaxed and ready to enjoy the season.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: Friday: 7:30pm; Saturday: 2pm and 7:30pm
Admission: $63/$54/$43 Students (17 & under): $14
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Saturday
The 3rd Annual Small Business Saturday® is a day dedicated to supporting small business on one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year!
Sponsor: Livermore Downtown Association
Location: Downtown Livermore
Times: TBD
Admission: Free (items for sale)
More info: Livermore Downtown Association (925) 373-1795
Firehouse Arts Center
Sat
James Garner and his band recreate Johnny Cash’s unique and memorable sound and style for all to enjoy. Join us Thanksgiving weekend for seasonal classics from Cash’s many holiday albums,along with his signature songs like Ring of Fire, I Walk the Line and A Boy Named Sue. Purchase your tickets now as this show is sure to sell out – again!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: Adult: $26/$21/$16; Child: $12; Senior: $22
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Firehouse Arts Center
Sun
Russian-born and Israeli-raised guitarist Yuri Liberzon ranks among today’s foremost classical guitarists in the United States and the world. His playing has been described as 'Transcendent technical prowess at the service of gracious musicality.' About his performance, Washington D.C. Guitar Society wrote: 'Mr. Liberzon was terrific. World-class mental acrobatics. Very pleasing results.' Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience one of the best!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 2:00pm
Admission: Adult: $22/$18/$12; Child: $12; Senior: $18
More info: www.firehousearts.org
At the Bankhead Theater
Wed
Francis Slakey - To the Last Breath: A Personal Quest
- Rae Dorough Speaker Series
Scientist, author, adventurer, Francis Slakey set out to summit the highest
mountain on every continent and to surf every ocean. He found this not only
tested his physical limits, but also challenged his long-held intellectual
beliefs and inspired a new understanding of human interdependence. Dr.
Francis Slakey is the Upjohn Lecturer on Physics and Public Policy at
Georgetown University and an Associate Director of Public Affairs at the
American Physical Society, where his focus is the intersection of science
and society. He is the founder and co-director of the Program on Science in
the Public Interest, a Lemelson Associate of the Smithsonian Institution and
a MacArthur Scholar
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $30. Students (21 & under): $14
Series of 4 Lectures PLUS Special Astronauts' Event:
$100
Tickets:
Bankhead Theater Box Office
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Firehouse Arts Center
Thurs-Fri
Creatures of Impulse, Teen Improv Troupe bring another season of horror-based improv sure to leave you asking,“How’d they do that without a script?” Your suggestions help drive the characters and stories for this un-scripted theatrical adventure! No show is exactly the same, so come and see all three nights
Sponsor: Creatures of Impulse Teen Improv Troupe
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: Adult: $10; Student: $5
More info: www.firehousearts.org - Creatures of Impulse Teen Improv Troupe
Friday
With soloists and the PCS Chorus. There will be a grand finale Hallelujah Sing-along.
Sponsor: Pacific Chamber Symphony
Location: Bankhead Theater - LVPAC web site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $45/$36/$30. Students $7 (17 and under)
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info - LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info: Pacific Chamber Symphony - LVPAC web site
