November 18, 2009 > Holiday Calendar - Enjoy the Season! Holiday Calendar - Enjoy the Season! Tree Lightings Fremont Niles Festival of Lights and Tree Lighting Annual tree lighting event is sponsored by the Niles Merchants Association. Storybook characters, parade and Santa Claus! For more information: (510) 792-8023, email@nilesmerchants.com, www.nilesmerchants.com Friday, November 27 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Niles Blvd., Niles District (510) 792-8023 Centerville Tree Lighting Centerville's tree lighting is sponsored by the Centerville Business and Community Association. Raffle prizes, free cookies and hot chocolate, while supplies last. Live musical performance by 'What the Dickens.' Arrival of Mr. and Mrs. Claus by train at 4:44 p.m. For more information: (510) 790-9398, www.cbcafremont.com/index.php Sunday, November 29 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Centerville Train Depot 37260 Fremont Blvd., Centerville District (510) 790-9398 Warm Springs Tree Lighting This year marks the sixth anniversary of the Warm Springs Tree Lighting, hosted by the Warm Springs Business & Community Association. There will be 3 bands from local schools and other seasonal entertainment. For more information contact Sandeep Saini at (408) 821-8107 or www.warmspringsonline.com. Saturday, December 5 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Warm Springs Plaza at Mission Blvd., Warm Springs District (408) 821-8107 Mission San Jose Tree Lighting The annual Mission San Jose Tree Lighting is sponsored by the Mission San Jose Chamber of Commerce and features Santa, caroling, hot chocolate, & kids' activities. For more information: (510)-873-7701, www.msjchamber.org. Saturday, December 5 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Old School at Mission Blvd. & Cedar Street, Mission District (510)-873-7701 Irvington Tree Lighting Christmas on Bay Street & Tree Lighting The Irvington Business Association event will feature caroling, refreshments and the tree lighting. Fun for the entire family. For more information: (510) 366-8130 or www.irvingtonbusiness.com. Saturday, December 12 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Bay Street & Fremont Blvd., Irvington District (510) 656-5375 Newark City of Newark's Holiday Tree Lighting and Trees of Angels. The community is invited to join Mayor David Smith, City Council members and representatives from the Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation for this special night, to kick off the holiday season. Caroling, refreshments and a special performance from the Memorial Advanced Choir. 'Trees of Angels' is Washington Hospital's annual campaign t raise funds for and increase awareness of local hospices. Angel ornaments and other items will be available for purchase. For more information call (510) 578-4437. www.ci.newark.ca.us/newsletters/activities.html. Monday, December 7 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Carl Pierce Memorial Tree, Newark Civic Center 37101 Newark Blvd., Newark (510) 578-4437 Hayward Hayward Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring 'Light Up the Season,' the annual holiday in downtown Hayward. The celebration includes ice skating and a tree lighting in the City Hall Rotunda. Information: (510) 537-2424 or www.hayward.org. Thursday, December 3 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 777 B Street, Hayward (510) 537-2424 Milpitas Holiday 'Let It Snow' Open House & Tree Lighting This year marks the 22nd Annual Community Tree Lighting. Mingle with family and friends while enjoying festive holiday music, treats and the lighting of the Holiday Tree. For more information, call (408) 586-3210. Monday, November 30 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Milpitas Community Center 457 E. Calaveras Ave., Milpitas (408) 586-3210 Trees of Angels Hospice The Trees of Angels Hospice will again host tree lighting events throughout the area in support of local hospice care. For more information contact Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation at (510) 791-3428, or email: foundation@whhs.com. Tree Lighting, McDonald's Restaurant Monday, November 30 6 p.m. 42800 Mission Boulevard at I-680, Fremont (510) 791-3428 Tree Lighting and Union City Chamber of Commerce Mixer Wednesday, December 2 5:30 p.m. Nakamura Clinic 33077 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City (510) 791-3428 Children's Holiday Breakfast with Santa Claus and Ronald McDonald Saturday, December 5 8:30 a.m. Washington West Building 2500 Mowry Avenue, Fremont Reservations are required. $10 per person Download a registration form by visiting www.whhs.com/treesofangels. (510) 791-3428 Tree Lighting Ceremony in Newark Monday, December 7 6:30 p.m. Newark City Hall 37101 Newark Blvd., Newark (510) 791-3428 Holiday Festivities Holiday House The Wonderful Musical World of Christmas with festive music at an historic Victorian home decorated for the holidays. Saturdays and Sundays, thru Dec 27 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. McConaghy House 18701 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward (Next to Kennedy Park) (510) 581-0223 www.HaywardAreaHistory.org Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students/seniors/children, FREE for Hayward Area Historical Society members. Thanksgiving Luncheon The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District would like to invite all mature adults 50+, their family members and friends to an Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon on Thursday, November 19 at noon. The Richard Herman's Band will start playing at 10 a.m. Coffee and tea will be served at 11:45 a.m., followed by lunch at 12 noon. Enjoy good friends, raffle and door prizes, live entertainment and a traditional turkey meal with all the trimmings! Tickets are $5.50 per person. Thanksgiving Luncheon Thursday, November 19 Entertainment begins 10 a.m. Luncheon at 12 noon Hayward Area Senior Center 22325 North Third Street, Hayward $5.50 per person For more information call (510) 881-6766. Turkey and Holiday Food Drive Kiwanis Club will hold Turkey and Holiday Food Drives, at various Safeway and Raley's locations, to support Tri-Cities League of Volunteers - LOV's 21st Annual Thanksgiving Day Feast. Turkeys, canned goods, non-perishable items, and cash donations are accepted. Saturday, November 21 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Safeway: Fremont Hub, 39100 Argonaut Way 5877 Jarvis Ave., Newark 1790 Decoto Rd., Union City Raley's: 6397 Jarvis Ave., Newark (510) 489-9305 Tabletop Turkeys Create a whimsical Thanksgiving turkey out of pinecones and Indian corn husks. Park admission fee includes activity. Tabletop Turkeys Saturday, November 21 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org Turkey Trot Fremont For children ages 3 - 18. (Parents can run/walk for free.) The Turkey Trot will be a 3-mile run/walk around the park and Lake Elizabeth at your own pace. Kids will enjoy a special event t-shirt, face painting and goodie bag! First prize winner for each age group will receive a 'turkey." Turkey Trot Fremont Parks and Recreation Saturday, November 21 9 a.m. Central Park, Lake Elizabeth in Fremont $12 Advance registration, $15 race day Call Damon at (510) 790-5541 www.regerec.com Union City Join the James Logan High School's Cross Country team and participate in the 5K and Kids Fun Run Turkey Trot. The 5K and 10K will run on the Alameda Creek trail. Male and female runners will be separated for the races. Kids' races will be on the track. James Logan Cross Country Turkey Trot Sunday, November 22 8 a.m. check in time For more information call Coach Lee Webb (510) 304-7172 Email: lee_webb@nhusd.k12.ca.us Tri-Cities Interfaith Council Thanksgiving Service On Monday, November 23, Tri-Cities Interfaith Council will present a richly diverse Thanksgiving program which will include wonderful music and inspirational messages from many spiritual and cultural traditions. Those who attend are invited to bring a treat to share at the reception after the service, along with canned goods for Tri-City Volunteers. The offering will benefit Abode Services (formerly Tri-City Homeless Coalition.) All are welcome. Tri-Cities Interfaith Council Thanksgiving Service Monday, November 23 7:30 p.m. St. Joseph's Church 43148 Mission Blvd., Fremont Contact: Rev. Chris Schriner at (510) 657-5184 Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner at Newark Pavilion Open to all those who would spend the day alone, or who do not have the resources, either money or shelter. Come and enjoy: a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings, entertainment, children's crafts and fellowship. Transportation can be provided. For information call Tri-Cities League of Volunteers at (510) 793-5683 or check the website www.lov.org. Donations of food, supplies, money, and volunteer time are most welcome. Thanksgiving Day Dinner at Newark Pavilion Thursday, November 26 12 Noon - 4 p.m. Newark Pavilion 6430 Thornton Avenue, Newark (510) 793-5683 www.lov.org Train of Lights Friday, November 27 through Sunday, December 26 Niles Depot 37001 Mission Blvd., Fremont Departure times: 4:15 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Sunol Depot 6 Kilkare Rd., Sunol Departure times: 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Information: (925) 862-9063 To purchase tickets online: www.ncry.org General admission: $25 per person. Seating is based on 'first aboard.' Fremont Fire Department Holiday Food and Toy Drive The Fremont Fire Department is beginning its Holiday Food and Toy Drive. Each holiday season, the Fremont Fire Department accepts donations of non-perishable food and new, unwrapped toys at all 10 Fire Stations, and the Fire Administrative Office. Tri-City Volunteers, Inc. distributes the received donations to needy families in the Tri-City area. This process is assisted by the efforts of Fremont Fire Department volunteers. Holiday Food and Toy Drive Friday, November 27 through Wednesday, December 23 Fremont Fire Department 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg., A, Fremont Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (510) 494-4200 Wreath Making at Shinn House Learn how to make a live green wreath. Make one or more for the Shinn House and make one for your own home. Wire wreath frames and wire can be purchased for $5, or you can bring your own supplies. Wreath Making at Historic Shinn House Saturday, November 28 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. 1251 Peralta Blvd., Fremont For more information call Joan at (510) 795-0891. Festival of Trees in Milpitas Thursday, December 3 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Second annual Festival of Trees hosted by The Milpitas Parks & Recreation Foundation. Milpitas City Hall Rotunda 455 East Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas thong@milpitasfoundation.org www.milpitasfoundation.org (408) 258-2370 Victorian Christmas at Shinn House Spend time at the beautiful, historic Shinn House and admire the seasonal decorations and enjoy some treats. Victorian Christmas at Shinn House Saturday, December 5 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, December 6 Noon - 4 p.m. Friday, December 11 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Shinn Historic House 1251 Peralta Blvd., Fremont For more information call Joan at (510) 795-0891. Ballet Petit - 'The Nutcracker Ballet' Saturday, December 5 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, December 6 7 p.m. Chabot College Theatre of Performing Arts 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward Adults: $20, Children: $16, Seniors: $16 For tickets: Call (510) 324-4988 The Fremont Symphony Orchestra and Yoko's Dance & Performing Arts Academy present 'The Nutcracker Ballet' Saturday, December 5 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, December 6 2 p.m. Smith Center, Ohlone College 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont Tickets: Children $20, Adults $43 or $48 based on seat location. Box office: (510) 794-1659 Email: tickets@fremontsymphony.org Website: www.fremontsymphony.org Pet Photo with Santa Paws Get a free photo with Santa. Donate to Petco's Tree of Hope fundraiser (November 7 - December 24) and five percent will be donated to Furry Friends Rescue. Saturday, December 5 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, December 12 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pet Photo with Santa Paws Petco 3780 Mowry Avenue, Fremont (510) 742-0573 Info: www.FurryFriendsRescue.org Breakfast with Santa Join us for a delicious pancake breakfast and a visit from Santa! You and your family can start off the holiday season by having fun and giving back to the community. In celebration of the special partnership with the Milpitas Firefighters and Dave & Buster's, receive a free photo with Santa when you bring an unwrapped toy or a non-perishable food item. Please purchase your tickets early, as space is limited. For information call: City of Milpitas Parks & Recreation Services at (408) 586-3210. Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 5 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Dave & Buster's at Great Mall 940 Great Mall Dr., Milpitas $10 per child (0-13 years), $8 per adult (14+ years) (408) 586-3210 Holiday Concert with the Gerry Winn Singers Being enthusiastic to serve the community, the Gerry Winn Singers will brighten up the holiday season with their beautiful voices in a free concert. The singers are all students of Gerry Winn, a local voice coach and represent a cross-section of ages and abilities. Holiday Concert with the Gerry Winn Singers Saturday, December 5 1:30 p.m. Fremont Main Library, Fukaya Room 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1401 This concert is free of charge and no registration is required. Christmas at Ardenwood Celebrate the holiday season in Victorian style! Visit the beautifully decorated Patterson House, sing Christmas carols, search for the Yule log, and visit Father Christmas. Listen to live musical performances and enter our home-made 'Christmas Cookie' baking contest (bring your cookies & recipe with you). The day also includes an abundance of Christmas crafts, music and country kitchen treats. Christmas at Ardenwood Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont Fee: $8/adults, $6/seniors (62+ yrs.), $5/children (4-17 yrs.), children 3 yrs. & under are free. (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org Holiday Anime Faire Holiday gift making, ornaments, cards and more. Anime films, guest manga and anime artists and holiday shopping galore. Admission fee includes two activity tickets and a chance to win fabulous door prizes. Holiday Anime Faire Teen Center at Central Park, Fremont Saturday, December 5 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $5 in advance/$8 at door (510) 494-4344 www.fremontanime.com Patterson House - A Christmas Evening Open House Enjoy the elegant Victorian splendor of the Patterson House, all lit up for the holidays. Patterson House Friday, December 11 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Patterson House at Ardenwood Farm, Fremont Children 5 and under Free, Adults and Seniors $5 in advance/$6 day of event, Youths ages 6 - 17: $3 in advance/$3.50 day of event. For information call (510) 791-4196 Hawaiian Holiday Christmas Concert Aloha! To honor Hawaii's newly canonized saint, Saint Damien de Veuster of Molokai, you are all invited to a Hawaiian Holiday Christmas Concert sponsored by St. Anne's Aloha Ke Akua Choir and the Northern California Kaleponi Strings Ukulele Group. This concert will be held at St. Anne Catholic Church, 32223 Cabello Street (at Dyer) in Union City on Friday, December 11 at 7 p.m. Spiritual as well as contemporary Hawaiian Christmas music, dances, and prayer will be performed. There will be a surprise for the keikis. Boys and girls, come and bring your parents, aunties and uncles, grandmas and grandpas for a special tropical treat. Admission is free. Try something new, come, join us and enjoy a warm Hawaiian Island Christmas Holiday. Hawaiian Holiday Christmas Concert Friday, December 11 7 p.m. St. Anne's Catholic Church 32223 Cabello Street, Union City Free admission (510) 471-7766 Niles Home Tour Enjoy stylishly decorated homes in historic Niles and a plentiful reception with holiday entertainment. This is a driving/walking tour of Niles homes, decorated for the holidays. $15 advance ticket, $20 day of event. Niles Home Tour Saturday, December 12 12 noon - 5 p.m. Tour starts at Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum 37417 Niles Blvd., Fremont $15 advance ticket/$20 day of event (510) 742-9868 Niles Main Street Association: Email: info@niles.org www.niles.org Rotary Holiday Home Tour Sunday, December 13 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Benefit for Rotary charities Tour four homes in Glenmoor, Kimber Park and Mission Hills $35 per person (includes hors d'oeuvres and desserts) Home Pros: 1-(800) 756-7767 www.thefremontrotaryclub.org Holiday Pops Concert benefiting Toys for Tots Tri-Cities League of Volunteers and the Newark Art Council present their Annual Holiday Pops Concert benefiting Toys for Tots featuring the Newark Symphonic Winds under the direction of Richard Wong. Enjoy all your favorite holiday music. The donation of a new toy to be distributed to Tri-City children, is requested for admission. Doors open at 1 p.m. Complimentary intermission refreshments. For information call (510) 793-5683 or check the website www.lov.org. Holiday Pops Concert benefit for Toys for Tots Sunday, December 13 2 p.m. MacGregor School Auditorium 35753 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 793-5683 www.lov.org Admission: A new toy for distribution to needy children 'Alice in Wonderland'/ 'Through the Looking Glass' Park and Recreation's Children's Repertory Theatre perform adaptations of these Lewis Carroll children's classics. Saturday, December 19 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday, December 20 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. $15 per person 'Alice in Wonderland' and 'Through the Looking Glass' Niles Veterans Hall 37154 2nd Street, Fremont For information call: (510) 494-4322 Community organizations are invited to send (mail, fax or email) information about their holiday celebrations and events for free inclusion in our Holiday Calendar. Please call (510) 494-1999, fax (510) 796-2462 or email tricityvoice@aol.com.