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by Around Dublin Team on June 5, 2010 | 
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The Around Dublin Blog is proud to announce that Shakespeare’s Associates recently announced the addition of our very own John Zukoski to its board of directors. Shakespeare’s Associates is non-profit organization that is committed to producing and supporting professional theater events accessible to and fully integrated with the Tri-Valley and the Greater Bay Area. It aims to become the Oregon Shakespeare Festival of California, attracting thousands of visitors to the Livermore Valley Wine Country to enjoy the arts, wine, and community in the open space.
The program focus of Shakespeare’s Associates centers around its renowned outdoor summer Livermore Shakespeare Festival at Concannon Vineyard. Using professional artists and working from Shakespeare’s First Folio texts, Shakespeare’s Associates creates an unforgettable outdoor experience in performance arts for the audience. In addition, Shakespeare’s Associates produces indoor professional theater at other venues in Livermore including the Bankhead Theatre and the Bothwell Arts Center. “John has a vibrant personality and a keen interest in creating a great community here,” Chairman of the Board Dr. Philip Manwell said. “We’re all looking forward to working with him.”
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by John M. Zukoski on May 30, 2010 | No Comments | Topics: Announcements · Things To Do
Do you love animals and have an interest in becoming a volunteer at an animal shelter? Tri-Valley Animal Rescue (TVAR) will be holding an orientation for new volunteers. Come and learn about current volunteer opportunities, including socializing shelter animals, becoming a dog or cat foster, and helping with fundraising, marketing, and adoption events. TVAR also has many supportive roles that need volunteer support.
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue is a 100% non-profit, 100% volunteer organization, whose mission is to end the unnecessary euthanasia of homeless animals. TVAR cooperates with area shelters and rescue groups, primarily the East County Animal Shelter in Dublin, to provide homeless animals with socialization, foster homes, medical care, and an opportunity for a second chance. The organization has no payroll or overhead expenses, making it possible for all resources to be focused completely on the animals.
Name of Event: TVAR Volunteer Orientation
Date: Sunday, June 6, 2010
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Location: East County Animal Shelter, 4595 Gleason Drive, Dublin
Contact: Lisa Healy
Contact Email: lisahirschhealy@yahoo.com
Contact Phone: 925-355-9039
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by John M. Zukoski on May 9, 2010 | No Comments | Topics: Announcements · Things To Do
Tri-Valley Learning Corporation (TVLC) is hosting the Sixth Annual Livermore Valley Charter School (LVCS) Golf Tournament and Dinner at Poppy Ridge on Friday, May 21, 2010. Proceeds from this event will benefit Livermore Valley Charter School, Livermore Valley Charter Preparatory, and Tassajara Preparatory High School. The cost of each golf tournament ticket is $175. The golf tournament will be followed by a banquet dinner. Dinner tickets are $55 per person.
Registration on the day of the golf tournament will start at 10:30AM with lunch served at noon. There will be a shotgun start at 1PM with the no-host reception starting at 5:30PM and dinner at 6PM. Don’t eat too much because dancing starts a bit later at 8PM. This is sure to be a tremendously fun event that will benefit local Tri-Valley schools.
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by John M. Zukoski on May 7, 2010 | No Comments | Topics: Announcements · Things To Do
Do you love animals and have an interest in becoming a volunteer? Tri-Valley Animal Rescue (TVAR) will be holding an orientation for new volunteers. Come and learn about current volunteer opportunities, including socializing shelter animals, becoming a dog or cat foster, and helping with fundraising, marketing, and adoption events. TVAR also has many supportive roles that need volunteer support.
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue is a 100% non-profit, 100% volunteer organization, whose mission is to end the unnecessary euthanasia of homeless animals. TVAR cooperates with area shelters and rescue groups, primarily the East County Animal Shelter in Dublin, to provide homeless animals with socialization, foster homes, medical care, and an opportunity for a second chance. The organization has no payroll or overhead expenses, making it possible for all resources to be focused completely on the animals.
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by John M. Zukoski on May 2, 2010 | No Comments | Topics: Announcements · Things To Do
The East Bay College Connection is a regional college fair for high school students and their parents, teachers, and counselors. The fair is held at the Saint Mary’s College of CA campus in Moraga. This year’s fair will be Saturday, May 8, 2010, from 1:00PM – 4:30PM. This special event offers high school students a great chance to connect with higher education institutions from all across the country.
In addition to visiting with college representatives, numerous information sessions will be available throughout the afternoon. The topics covered by these information sessions include financial aid, historically black colleges, considerations that impact student athlete, and issues that apply to students with learning disabilities. Several workshops will also be available in Spanish, and counselors will be on hand to answer any of your college-related questions.
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by John M. Zukoski on April 24, 2010 | No Comments | Topics: Things To Do
Dublin Unified School District (DUSD), together with Spectrum of Science, has a new summer camp experience for all Dublin students! DUSD Teachers will be conducting fee-based enrichment camps at Fallon Middle School. The camps are an extension of the DUSD teachers’ subject matter passions, and the competitive fees reflect the financial realities that all Dublin families face.
Drama, fine arts, arts & crafts, cooking, science, math, accelerated writing workshops, and computer instruction will stimulate the minds of the students who choose to attend. The camps are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Availability of the camps is subject to enrollment. The Summer Enrichment Camp opportunities can also be found on the DUSD website.
Camps will be located at Fallon Middle School. DUSD enrichment camps will cost between $80-$125 depending on camp length and materials required. If a camp does not run due to insufficient enrollment, the money will be fully refunded.
Some of this year’s summer camp offerings include:
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by John M. Zukoski on April 17, 2010 | 1 Comment | Topics: Things To Do
Dublin has an embarassment of riches this year with respect to Dublin Pride Week volunteers. Over 700 people have committed their services for Volunteer Day on April 24th during the 2010 Dublin Pride Week. The unexpectedly strong volunteer turnout has created an opportunity for the City to take on additional senior-focused and school-related projects. Please contact Environmental Technician Jordan Figueiredo at jordan.figueiredo@ci.dublin.ca.us if you have identified a potential senior-focused or school-related project for Volunteer Day.
Senior-focused projects will start at 8AM on April 24th. Projects will be geared towards assisting elderly citizens with home maintenance projects such as painting, yard work, and window washing. School-related projects will also start at 8AM on the same day. These projects will be geared towards school facility improvement and beautification efforts. None of the Volunteer Day projects will require special skills; all they really need is a willingness to help. Volunteers will meet in Shannon Park, at the corner of San Ramon Road and Shannon Avenue to receive volunteer assignments, supplies, and instructions.
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by John M. Zukoski on April 13, 2010 | No Comments | Topics: Local Businesses · Things To Do
Dublin’s very own Spotlight Arts Academy of Dance and Music will be holding its Third Annual Hip-Hop Workshop on April 17th and 18th at its Dublin studio located at 6979 Sierra Court. The workshops for Beginner/Intermediate level students will be held on Saturday, April 17th, from 10AM-2PM and on Sunday, April 18th, from 11AM-3PM. The Intermediate/Advanced level student workshops will be on Saturday, April 17th, from 10AM-4PM and Sunday, April 18th, from 11AM-5PM. The workshop instructors will be Omar Kadir, Digz (For the Cause), Krystle Pascua (FUNKSF and Kaba Modern), and Brandon Greathouse (Press P.L.A.Y).
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by John M. Zukoski on April 11, 2010 | No Comments | Topics: Announcements · Things To Do
The Dublin Rotary Club will be hosting the Second Annual Top Chefs Grand Tasting food and wine charity event on May 21, 2010. This event is a terrific opportunity to enjoy selections from some of the best wineries and restaurants in the Tri-Valley. Each restaurant will be paired up with a winery for a total of ten sampling options. This year’s Top Chefs Grand Tasting will also feature musical entertainment and a silent auction.
Proceeds from the event will benefit Open Heart Kitchen and the Dublin Rotary Club’s philanthropic efforts. Tickets can be purchased from locations such as Earl Anthony’s Dublin Bowl or online from the Dublin Rotary Club’s website for $75 per person or $550 for a table of eight.
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