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San Ramon 150 “Celebrate San Ramon” Lecture Series

San Ramon 150, an exciting, grassroots initiative to celebrate 150 years of community of the once village and now City of San Ramon, has organized an engaging series of speakers, who will bring to life important aspects of San Ramon’s past, present, and future. Please join us for these presentations, each one an informative tribute to our wonderful community. Free!

Bishop Ranch – a Ranch, a Business Park, a City Center!

Wednesday, November 1, 7:00pm
San Ramon Library
Learn about the evolution and reincarnations of Bishop Ranch, the heart of San Ramon, including news about the City Center project. Speaker: Alex Mehran, Sr., Chairman and CEO of Sunset Development Company.

Travels To and Through San Ramon in 1867

Wednesday, December 6, 7:00pm
San Ramon Library
A spellbinding tale of horses, wagons, and stage coaches when San Ramon’s village was just beginning. Speaker: Mayor Bill Clarkson

November 4 – Beautiful Kernels of Corn

Come see the rainbow of colors in Indian corn. First we will shuck and shell it and them make a corn mosaic to take home!

November 11 – Soap Making

Learn the art of soap making using natural ingredients and fall scents to make your own soap to take home.

November 18 – Jam & Bread

Before there were grocery stores people had to make their own staples at home and preserve them through canning. Learn about the canning process, taste some of the jam varieties that Ruth Boone made, make your own butter and bread to take home and bake.

November 25 – Closed for Thanksgiving

San Ramon Senior Foundation Presents:
Holiday Boutique

Saturday, November 4, 9am-3pm
Alcosta Senior & Community Center
FREE
Local crafters and artists will come together with the San Ramon Senior Boutique Group for the annual San Ramon Senior Foundation’s Holiday Boutique. Shop early for your holiday gifts and décor crafted by 50 vendors selling all types of handmade items. There will be knitted and crocheted clothing for people of all ages, hats, totes, kitchen items, jewelry, various decorations, and many more items! Proceeds will benefi ts Meals on Wheels in San Ramon, the Wish Tree and the Alcosta Senior and Community Center. For more information or to receive a vendor application, please contact May at (925) 587-5171.

Danville-San Ramon CityReads Event: “Two Cities, One Tale”
Featuring The Orphan’s Tale by Pam Jenoff

Author appearance - Thursday, November 16, 7:30 pm at the Danville Village Theatre
Travel back to WWII in this beautifully crafted novel about friendship and the enduring human spirit with, The Orphan’s Tale, for the Danville-San Ramon 2017 CityReads! Join residents for a five-week book sharing event and meet International bestselling author, Pam Jenoff, for the CityRead closing event on Thursday, Nov. 16, at 7:30 pm at the Danville Village Theatre. Sponsored by the Danville and San Ramon Library Foundations

 
Holiday on the Farm

December 9, 2017 – Save the date!
11am – 3pm
Forest Home Farms Historic Park
FREE
Enjoy an old fashioned holiday gathering at Forest Home Farms Historic Park. Have a traditional holiday family experience including visits with our Victorian Santa and his live reindeer, old-fashioned ornament making, Nutcracker puppet shows, tractor rides, holiday entertainment and refreshments. It’s a holiday tradition not to be missed!

November 18, 2017

Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center
10th Anniversary

Blood Sweat & Tears

Featuring Bo Bice

Showtime: 8:00pm
Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center

Celebrate the 10th Season of Entertainment at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center with a magical performance by Blood Sweat & Tears! With World Class vocals, musicianship, & a multitude of solid gold hits, BLOOD SWEAT & TEARS Featuring Bo Bice is at the top of their game. Vocal dynamo & pop phenomenon Bo Bice fronts the band with a self-assured voice & good looks. They are the band that fused rock, blues, pop music, horn arrangements and jazz improvisation into a hybrid that came to be known as “jazz-rock”. Bobby Columby, original founder & drummer of BS&T, has fielded a team of the best contemporary musicians to create an All Star powerhouse of a band. His vision for the band remains quite simple, “Find the greatest musicians and the rest is easy”. That philosophy was combined with hit recordings of songs by masterful songwriters such as Laura Nyro, James Taylor, The Band, the Rolling Stones, as well as Billie Holiday, that have sold tens of millions of recordings.

February 17, 2018

One Night of Queen

Performed by Gary Mullen and the Works

Showtime: 8:00pm
Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center

Those who don’t believe in reincarnation may want to watch as Gary Mullen and The Works bring their own interpretation of the legendary Queen front man Freddie Mercury to the stage. Fans know Queen classics such as Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, Killer Queen and Another One Bites the Dust so well that these tunes are almost rock clichés. The chance to watch the highly talented and respected Gary Mullen bring back those classic memories will be a genuine treat for everyone.

March 25, 2018

Judy Collins

Showtime: 7:00pm
Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center

Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later, her luminescent presence shines brightly as new generations bask in the glow of her iconic 50-album body of work, and heed inspiration from her spiritual discipline to thrive in the music industry for half a century. Collins works include: Send in the Clowns, Turn! Turn! Turn, Both Sides NOw and Someday Soon.

Limited VIP seating available for this show. Contact the Box Office for more information.

April 21, 2018

Sara Evans

Showtime: 8:00pm
Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center

Over the years, Sara Evans has developed a reputation for delivering thoroughly satisfying albums full of great songs brought to life by her distinctive voice. She has that heart-in-the-throat quality that turned Dolly Parton and Loretta Lynn into legends coupled with an edgy contemporary sensibility that keeps her at the vanguard of today's successful country performers. She's sold nearly six million records and her last four albums have been certified Gold, Platinum or multi-Platinum. She's scored five No. 1 hits, among them "Suds in the Bucket," "A Real Fine Place to Start," "No Place That Far" and "A Little Bit Stronger," the title track of her chart-topping 2011 album Stronger. She grew up singing in her family's band and then moved to Nashville looking for a record deal. Legendary songwriter Harlan Howard heard her on a demo and helped open a door for her at RCA Records where she's been ever since. In addition to her music, Evans is an accomplished author of three books with co-writer Rachel Hauck and writes a lifestyle blog, "A Real Fine Place," with her sister-in-law Kaelin "K.K" Evans where they share their passion for fashion, beauty, travel and food. She was the first country artist to compete on ABC's popular "Dancing with the Stars" and she's been named one of People magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People."

November 4, 2017

Night at the Improv “Suburban Stories”

Suburban Thunder Improv Company Presents

Showtime: 8:00pm
Front Row Theater

Do you need an end of year pick-me-up? Join Suburban Thunder Improv Company for spontaneous improvisational theater! All based on Your suggestions, we’ll create a one-of-a-kind show just for you! Let us regale you with familiar stories from your suburban life! Come along with us on this journey of Directed long form improv stories and scenes. Suitable for ages 14+

Tickets: $10 Special Promotion: If you purchase 3 or more tickets receive a discount rate of $7 per ticket.

November 18, 2017

Adventures in jazz:

Leon Joyce, Jr. Organ Quartet

Showtime: 7:30pm
San Ramon Library

San Ramon Library Foundation sponsors four great performances for the 20th Annual “Adventures in Jazz” concert series. The Saturday evening concerts are held in the renovated San Ramon Library where audiences enjoy an up-close and intimate performance. Tickets available beginning August 1. Parking is available at the Library, Central Park, and the Marketplace.

Leon Joyce, Jr.’s musical career began in high school, but was really shaped and nurtured when he joined the Marine Corps in 1967. Throughout his illustrious career, he has performed and toured with Ramsey Lewis, Nancy Wilson, and many others. This decidedly different quartet composed of Hammond B-3 Organ, Vibes, tenor sax, and drums will make for a thrilling evening of jazz.

Tickets: Adults $25/Students $20

December 2, 2017

Adventures in jazz:

Alvon Johnson

Showtime: 7:30pm
San Ramon Library

San Ramon Library Foundation sponsors four great performances for the 20th Annual “Adventures in Jazz” concert series. The Saturday evening concerts are held in the renovated San Ramon Library where audiences enjoy an up-close and intimate performance. Tickets available beginning August 1. Parking is available at the Library, Central Park, and the Marketplace.

Alvon Johnson is one of the most versatile musician/singer/guitarist/entertainers on the music scene today. He’s sung with Big Bands, was a vocalist with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame group, “The Coasters”, has won too many awards to list, including 2005 Blues Guitar Player of the Year, and has performed internationally with his band, including Russia, where he is referred to as “Ambassador of the Blues”. Alvon will have your toes tapping, your hands clapping, and wishing the show would not end!

Tickets: Adults $25/Students $20.

December 16, 2017

San Ramon Community Chorus:

holiday magic

Showtime: 3:00pm
San Ramon Community Center at Central Park

Free

Bring the entire family to this delightful holiday concert featuring a wide variety of holiday music and dance. Listen to your favorite holiday jingles to get your spirits bright. Dance styles will range from ballet to Bollywood! This charming program is certain to entertain one and all. The afternoon will culminate with a special visit from Santa Claus himself.

December 22, 2017

San Ramon Symphonic Band:

Holiday Movie Magic

Showtime: 7:30pm
Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center

Make spirits bright with this festive holiday concert performed by the 55 member San Ramon Symphonic band! It’s a Christmastime tradition, featuring a wintry mix of holiday wind music found from your favorite Holiday time movie classics. Bring the family, and your good cheer, for the most joyous San Ramon Symphonic Band Concert of the Season.

Tickets: $7 General Admission, Kids are FREE

12/1/17-2/28/18
FREE!
Stay motivated during the winter and challenge yourself to swim the distance from the Farallon Islands to the Golden Gate Bridge right here at the pool! Signing up is free, but the benefits are endless. Visit www.sanramon.ca.gov/aquatics for registration and additional information.

Lap Swim

Swimming is the #1 exercise among American adults. Our pools are a comfortable 80°F and provide you with the opportunity to exercise at your own pace. Beginners to experts are welcome. Recreation swimming and horseplay are prohibited. Circle swimming may be enforced to accommodate more swimmers if crowded. Locker rooms will be closed 20 minutes after lap swim concludes unless another program is using the facility. Lanes are typically available for water walking, but are not guaranteed. Adults or guardians must accompany children ages 12 and under. Children may not be left unattended on the pool deck or in the facility. >>Click Here for schedule information

NEW! Preschool Performers with Bay Area Children’s Theatre

Join our imaginative theatre class with Bay Area Children’s Theatre for an imaginative theatre class designed for the very young! Your preschoolers will sing and dance, explore stories and storytelling while acting them out with a professional teaching artist, create artwork and costumes and more!

NEW! Polynesian Performancewith Motu’aina - School of Polynesian Performance Arts

A great introduction to Polynesian performance for young children. Singing, dancing, chanting! Combines 30 minutes of Hawaiian hula with 30 minutes of Tahitian dancing.

NEW! Mini Rockers with School of Rock

In this program, students select one instrument to study, and we begin teaching fundamentals: scales, chords, notes, time signatures and all the rest. All students in the Rock and Roll Performance Workshop can expect: small Group and individualized instrument- specific instruction, weekly group rehearsals to reinforce the fundamentals in a team environment , & much more!

A true adult dance class! This class fuses Bollywood Dance with Indian and World dances to keep it upbeat and high energy. Class will focus on dance techniques, dance artistry, and performance and stage presence.

Learn the basic rhythms of today’s popular swing dances.! You will learn the basics of several types of swing dance including: East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop and Jitterbug! No partner needed!

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