Almaden Valley Women’s Club Gives Back

Almaden Valley Women’s Club gives back

Almaden Times Weekly Article

At this time of year, the Almaden Valley Women’s Club Disbursements Committee meets to determine recipients of funds that have been raised during the Art & Wine festival in the past year.

AVWC is a nonprofit community service organization that raises funds to support local service and charity organizations. The fundraiser held in September, the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival, generated funds to disburse to organizations throughout the greater Almaden Valley area.

The committee has $31,500 to disburse this year and is proud to announce the following scholarship, school and nonprofit organization grants to:

—Leland for LCD projectors,
—Pioneer for leadership travel,
—Almaden Country School for computers/software,
—Simonds for computers,
—American Association of University Women for field trip fees,
—Assistance League for school uniforms,
—AV Counseling Service for photocopier,
—Challenge-Pure Fashion for girls’ leadership,
—Eastside Neighborhood Center for computer, printer,
—EHC Lifebuilders for homeless resources,
—Gifts for Teens for duffel gift bags,
—Loaves and Fishes Kitchen for groceries,
—Martha’s Kitchen for food and supplies,
—NAMI for mural supplies,
—Next Door Solutions for victims’ needs,
—One Step Closer Therapeutic Riding for scholarships,
—Special Olympics for training/support,
—Sunday Friends Foundation for writing curriculum,
—Turning Wheels for Kids for bike helmets, and
—Via Services, Inc. for beds for camp lodge

Since 1965, the Almaden Valley Women’s Club has been committed to serving the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose, through funds raised at the annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival.

For general information about the women’s club, visit www.almadenwomen.org.

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Almaden Times: Good Times, Tradition Reign Annual Art & Wine Festival

Good times, tradition reign at annual Art & Wine Festival

By Shana McLean Moore
Staff Writer

The Almaden Valley Women’s Club’s (AVWC) efforts to organize and execute a festival attended by more than 20,000 visitors did not go unnoticed by the enthusiastic attendees who consider this festival a must-attend event on their social calendars.
Members served up another round of good times and tradition for their community Sunday at the 32nd annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival.
Smiling guests ran the range from lifelong visitors to first-timers vowing to return again. “I used to come to this festival with my mom,” Read entire Almaden Times article here...

Take Light Rail to Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival

Take the Valley Transit Light Rail to the 32nd Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival.

The 32nd Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival is Sunday, September 21, 2008 from 10:00am to 6:00pm. Free parking and free shuttle will be available at the Almaden Station and Santa Clara Water District parking lots.

The Almaden Valley Light Rail Station is a short half mile walk to the wine festival. Park free at the Oakridge, Ohlone Chynoweth, etc., stations and take the VTA to the festival.

Click here for VTA Interactive Light Rail Map.

2009 Student Artwork Calendar

The Almaden Valley Women's Club is proud to present the 32nd Annual Almaden Art & Wine Festival to be held on Sunday, September 21, 2008, from 10:00 A.M. To 6:00 P.M. at Almaden Lake Park. Admission is free. Parking and Shuttle Service are free and available at the San Jose Water Company and the VTA Light Rail Station.

Each year to honor the festival the AVWC produces a one of a kind festival calendar that features the art work of local elementary school children. Pictures are selected and nominated by the schools. The calendars will be sold for $12 each or $10 with the purchase of 3 or more on festival day in the Hospitality and Children's Areas. Calendars will be available for purchase at local schools following the festival. Quantities are limited.

The Almaden Valley Women's Club is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization. All proceeds from the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival go to non-profit organizations and local schools through scholarships and community grants. To learn more visit: http://www.almadenwine.org

Arts & Crafts Exhibitors

The 32 Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival will feature 116 arts and craft vendors. Buy direct from the artist and get the story behind their one of a kind creations.

Crafts
Bedesign - Belinda Li
"Doris Dillon School" Project - Denis DeLong
M & W Gifts - Dahui Wu
Mission City Wood Design - Brian Lane
Morning Star Mosaics - Ruth Simpson
Pamper Me - Holly Brown & Leslie Stinson
Playhouse Tents - Nancy Henderson
Rainbow Chaser - Linda Nagaredo
Rustic Wood Craft Art Studio - Richard Horton
Sister of the Holy Names - Sister Niki Thomas
The Puzzle Man - Ed & Suzanne Scotten
Wine Barrel Works Wood Crafts - Don & Leslie Ross

Ceramic Tile
Art Heritage - Tie Fang

Pottery
Appaloosa Pots & Karia Wade - Laura Vandenbogaardt
Bill Bourne Pottery - Bill Bourne
Carol Westland Pottery - Carol Westland
Firecat Pottery - Jeannette Jennings
Random Pots - Jeannine Rose-Meidinger
Tesoro - Barbara Rindge

Pet Products
Bite Me Pet Products - Eric P. Anderson

Garden Art
Bloomco LLC - William Tumuth

Fine Art
Bob Stewart - Bob Stewart
Dena Noble - Dena Noble
Ed Pennieman - Ed Pennieman
Emerald Art Studio - Rosa Chavez & Leon Ruiz
Flashbacks - Ben Leone
Gala Fine Art - Gillian Alteiri
Loretta Armstrong - Loretta Armstrong
Mayumi Swetland - Mayumi Swetland
Members of Art Guild of Willow Glen - Donna Green & Amy Brown
Nancy Walters Art - Nancy Walters
Oil Paintings by Irma Longley - Irma Longley
Three Moons Studio - Sara Mordecai
Water Colors by Judy Welsh - Judy Welsh

Ceramics
Brenda's Ceramics & Jewelry - Brenda Van Sol
Lois Stevens - Lois Stevens
Nancy Funk Ceramics - Nancy Funk

Photography
Casa Loma Press - Bob Bowman
Dan Teixeira Photography - Dan Teixeira
Lori Adams Photography - Lori Adams
Photographs by Charlotte - Charlotte Vais
Pixelmation - Stephen Oachs
Red Katt Productions - Al Reinig
Roosevelt Bynum Photography - Roosevelt Bynum Jr.
The Naked Artisan Photography - Gladys White

Bottle Stoppers
Cork Tamer LLC - Robert & Linda Huff

Jewelry
Amigo's Silver Act - Juan De Dios Parada
Amling Designs - Claudia Amling-McFarland
Aquamarine - Brooke & Patricia Glineur
Art & Seeds - Ingrid Penaranada
B Sharp Accessories - Bea Sharp & Mas Nishimoto
Bellure Designs - Richa Kapoor
Bright Treasures - Anne & Jesus Ruiz
Cisco Collection - Shizuko & Toshi Shichishima
Colleen Toland Jewelry - Colleen Toland
Comstock Art Glass - Geri Comstock
Cosmopolitan Diamonds and Gems - Tricia Hancock
Crystal Diva - Rita Hopper
Delia McCormick - Delia McCormick
Elegant Toes - Monica Pineda
Filigree & Gems - Lynda Gardner
From the Heart - Amber Ikemoto
Gracie Design - Gracie Design
Jabel's Beads - Ann Marie Cleveland & Minnette Zarate
Jayne Thomas Designs - Jayne Thomas
Jewelware - Jerry & Fran Harr
Kathe's Jewels - Katherine & Randy Sprouse
Mama Diva Design - Loretta Armstrong
Mermaid's Grotto - Heidi Norgaard
Mystique Jewelry - Denise Pombar
Nishimura Designs - Cindy Nishimura
Obesessorize Jewelry - Rita & Glen Johnson
PJL Jewelry - Pam Light
Rachel Eva - Rachel Eva Jachimonic
Rush Studio - Walt Rush
Santa Cruz Sea Glass - Krista Hammond
Simply Elegant - Patricia Seever
Sosie Designs Jewelry - Sonia Schimke
Stockton Ave Series - Steve Balboni
The Family Jewels Spoon Jewelry - Jerrel Webber
Whimsical Jewelry - Renae Shaver

Dolls
Dolls by Donna Lee / Pintados A Mano - Donna Dunton & Ginger Lee

Paintings, Prints & Postcards
Dragon Star Creations - Sherry Cummings

Wine Corks
Falbrecht Studios - John Cesano/Falbrecht

Hats
Head N Home Hatz - Ronia Grillos & Garth Waltros
Irish Sisters Knits - Lee A. Lopez

Plants
Here Today Garden Tomorrow - Robin Cherry & Susan Marklein

Purses & Totes
Hip Chicks Bags - Pam Quigley
Sun Connection Hawaiian Bags & More - Charlie Zheng

Clothing
In-Grace - Narenda Fox
Jerry & Fran Harr - Jerry & Fran Harr
The Princess Bowtique Children's Wear - Sheree Belardes & Katie Hahn

Home Decor
Justine Creations - Faye Kula & Carrie McCain
The Image Maker - Alice & Jerry Delaney

Candles
Kitchen Candles - Kristi Flynn

Dolls: Clothes, Bags & Purses
Marilyn Tierny - Marilyn Tierny
Matryona, USA - Elena Gabriel

Mirrors
Nancy's Reflections - Nancy Nuki

Painted Glassware
Nixnax - Nicky Panter

Fused Glass
Phyllis Williams, Glass Art - Phyllis Williams

Baby Products
The Green Rattle - Saren Chum

Oils / Lotions / Bath Oils
The Salt Project - Denelle Fedor
Wonder Oil Emu Productions - Elisabeth Moores

The annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival has been orchestrated by the Almaden Valley Women's Club since 1965. Funds raised at this festival are used to serve the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose through scholarships and community grants. For more information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival and the Almaden Valley Women's Club visit: www.almadenwine.org.

Silent Auction - 32nd Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival

Silent Auction starts at 10:00am-4:00pm.
Do not need to be present to win. Special incentive to pick up items between 4:30pm-5:30pm.

Multiple Silent Auction Categories. Our generous sponsors have donated 48 items for auction including:
Week stay in a beach front condo in Maui and in Cabo.
Berliner Cohen Estate planning, Designer sunglasses, Floral arrangement by Bloomster's
Almaden Valley Aesthetics: Basket and Gift certificate
Gift Certificates: Almaden Golf & Country Club, Eagle Ridge Golf, Boulder Ridge Golf, Ridgemark Golf, Cinnabar Golf, Stevinson Ranch, Chardonnay II Sailing
Filoli Gardens: Free Admission
Overnight stays at the Maple Tree Inn and Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Sports
San Francisco 49ers, San Jose Sharks

Golf
Almaden Golf & Country Club, Eagle Ridge Golf & Country Club, Ridgemark Golf & Country Club, Stevinson Golf Ranch and Lodging

Lodging
Pebble Beach Lodging, Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay

Fine Arts, Museums & Theatre
American Conservatory Theatre, American Musical Theatre, Charles Schultz Museum, Children's Discovery Museum, Exploritorium, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Opera San Jose, Steinbeck Center

Wine
Byington Vineyards & Winery, Guglielmo Winery, J. Lohr, Napa Valley Wine Train

Food
Hobee's Restaurant, Omaho Steaks, La Playita, La Papillion, Red Lobster,

Services
Almaden Valley Aesthetics, Bakus Cleaners, Dr. McGrath, OD, Dustin David Salon, Elegant Nails, Barbara Hartman Images,

Entertainment
Blockbuster, Chardonnay II Sailing, Dolce Hayes Mansion, Elkhorn Slough Safari, Filoli Historical House & Gardens, Gilroy Gardens, Happy Hallow Park & Zoo

More
Allied Driving School, Almaden Valley Nursery, Berliner Cohen, Bloomster's, Domus, E&O Trading Company, El Palomar, Vision Quest Ranch, Judy Karner, Kathy Reinig, Pure Bliss, Studley, Zoey North.

The annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival has been orchestrated by the Almaden Valley Women's Club since 1965. Funds raised at this festival are used to serve the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose through scholarships and community grants. For more information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival and the Almaden Valley Women's Club visit: www.almadenwine.org.

Children's Area - 32nd Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival

Entertainment and Activities for Kids of All Ages!
Professional Face Painter, Balloon Artist, Bungee Run, Fun Animal Characters, Giant Slide, Jousting Ring, Jump House, Rock Climbing Wall, Sand Art, Wax Hand Art and other Children's Arts and Crafts.

New Special Features
Children friendly foods, diaper changing/nursing station, easy viewing of main entertainment stage, four foot safety fence, parent parking & rest area and tiny tots tumbling area (6 months to 3 years).

The annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival has been orchestrated by the Almaden Valley Women's Club since 1965. Funds raised at this festival are used to serve the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose through scholarships and community grants. For more information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival and the Almaden Valley Women's Club visit: www.almadenwine.org.

Tips to Enjoy the 32nd Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival

Bring Your ID if You Plan to Consume Alcohol

Wine and beer will only be served in 2008 festival glasses. Glasses can be purchased at the festival or earlier at participating locations in the community. Tickets to purchase wine and beer will be on-sale at the festival and bring you ID because everyone will be carded.

Pets are not allowed at the festival. For the safety, comfort, and courtesy of your pets and festival-goers, please leave your pets at home. Large crowds make it a very stressful and dangerous environment for pets.

Free Parking & Shuttle

The parking lot at front of the lake is reserved for those with parking pass. There is plentiful parking nearby at the following locations:

• Santa Clara Valley Water District (Shuttle or 3 minute walk to lake)
• Almaden Light Rail Station (Shuttle or 3 minute walk to lake)

Directions to park at the Santa Clara Valley Water District, Located at 5750 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA.: from Almaden Expressway, heading towards Almaden Lake Park make a left turn at Via Monte and the Santa Clara Water District parking is right there.

Directions to park at the Almaden Light Rail Station: from Almaden Expressway, heading towards Almaden Lake Park, make a left turn on Coleman, at light make a left turn on Winfield. Almaden Light Rail Station entrance is located on the left hand side of Winfield about a half a block down.

The annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival has been orchestrated by the Almaden Valley Women's Club since 1965. Funds raised at this festival are used to serve the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose through scholarships and community grants. For more information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival and the Almaden Valley Women's Club visit: www.almadenwine.org.

Pre-Sale: Beer & Wine Glasses - Sept. 5th

Unique Commemorative Beer & Wine Glasses $5.00 pre-sale ($6.00 at event) featuring 32nd Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival art logo at the following Almaden businesses:

Via Valiente Plaza: P.W., Optimum Results, POSTnet, Bret Harte Cleaners, Unwind, Simply Beautiful Salon, Dr. Steve Rottjakob DDS

Almaden Center: Beauty Avenue, Dr. McGrath Optometrist, One Hour Cleaners, Taco Al Pastor

Almaden Oaks Plaza: Almaden Alterations, Almaden Roasting Company, KABOB, Broberg Physical Therapy, Studio G Salon, Sonoma Chicken Coop

Map of all locations

Our wine glasses are generously sponsored by Alain Pinel Realtors and the beer glasses are sponsored by Skip's Tire and Auto Center.

The annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival has been orchestrated by the Almaden Valley Women's Club since 1965. Funds raised at this festival are used to serve the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose through scholarships and community grants. For more information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival and the Almaden Valley Women's Club visit: www.almadenwine.org.

2008 Festival Chairs

Almaden Valley Women's Club Festival Chairs for the 32nd Annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival

Front Row: Lauren Wilson, Corporate Sponsors Co-Chair; Maureen Harrington, City Liaison
Center Row: Tammie Peters, Scheduling; ZoeyNorth, Beverages Chair; Dawn Clarkson, Festival Co-Chair, Corporate Sponsors Chair; Jenny Teixeira, Festival Chair; Kim Pertner, Silent Auction Chair;
Back Row: Kim Moore, Entertainment Chair; Carina Armann, Parking & Electricity Chair; Shalla Villette, Beverages Co-Chair; Sharon Townsend, Publicity Chair; Linda Bronson, Administrative / Information; Christina Bullard, Children's Area Chair; Patty Rottakob, Glasses Co-Chair.
Not Pictured: Sherry Bertolin, Treasurer; Bonnie George, Artists Chair; Cindy Griffeth, Equipment Chair; Karen Bratcher, Food / Water Chair; Betty Newkirk, Glasses Chair; Cheryl Ryan, VIP / AFD;
Karen Zimmerman, VIP / AFD; Landa Keirstead, Volunteers Chair.

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The annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival has been orchestrated by the Almaden Valley Women's Club since 1965. Funds raised at this festival are used to serve the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose through scholarships and community grants. For more information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival and the Almaden Valley Women's Club visit: www.almadenwine.org.

2008 Wineries & Breweries

The 32nd Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival is pleased to welcome local wineries and breweries that make our event possible each year. Listed below are the 2008 participating vendors.

Bargetto Winery Byington Vineyard & Winery Cinnabar Vinyards & Winery Cooper - Garrod Estate Vineyards David Bruce Winery

Roudon-Smith Winery Fortino Winery Guglielmo Winery J. Lohr Vineyards & Winery Sycamore Creek Vineyards

Sonoma Chicken Coop

Bottomley Dist Company DBI Distributing Inc.

If you are a winery or brewery interested in participating, please email beverages@almadenwine.org

The Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival is sponsored by the Almaden Valley Women's Club a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization.

2008 Entertainment Schedule - Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival

2008 Entertainment Stage Schedule
Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival

Sunday, September 21, 2008
San Jose, California
Almaden Lake Park

10:00-10:05 Star Spangled Banner

10:05-10:30 Cheer and Dance Teams from Local Schools

10:30-10:40 Nor Cal Elite

10:40-11:10 Jessica Johnson

11:10-11:30 Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy

11:30-12:25 Louisiana Rain - Vibrant Tribute to Tom Petty

12:30-12:55 Hula Ohana O Puananikauikawekiu

1:00-2:00 Highway 4 - Southern Rock

2:00-2:10 Council Member Nancy Pyle

2:10-2:30 USA Martial Arts

2:30-4:00 Dead Poser's Society - Music from 90' to Today

4:00-4:30 Dance Attack

4:30-6:00 Nuthin’ Fancy - Tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd

Learn more about our performers in the entertainment section of 32nd Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival web site.

2008 Scheduled Performers - AVAWF

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2008 performance schedule available here...

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Dead Posers Society To Perform at AVAWF 2008

Dead Poser's Society formed in 1996 by four friends with the philosophy to
simply have fun and play only the songs they enjoy from the greatest hits by
modern rock and alternative artists. The band quickly gained recognition as one of California's most talented cover bands performing to sold-out venues throughout the region.

Dead Poser's Society play music from the 90's to today. Songs from the
Foo Fighters, Alice in Chains, Lit, Buckcherry, etc. DPS also pays homage to one of the greatest rock bands of all time, Stone Temple Pilots. Performing the greatest hits of STP with near exact reflection of the originals, Dead Poser's Society holds true to the STP legend. If STP is one of your favorite bands, then you need to experience Dead Poser's Society. With songs such as Crackerman, Wicked Garden, Dead & Bloated, Down, Vasoline, and Sex Type Thing, you will be sure to have a great time and reminisce seeing live, one of the greatest rock bands of all time.

Their emphasis on playing selective songs gives excitement to the sound with near exact reflection of the originals. Dead Poser's Society live performances are visual, energetic and one you would expect from a top alternative band, with emotional honesty that keeps true to the music and the audience expectations. Don't miss a chance to see this band perform.

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Louisiana Rain - Tribute To Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers To Perform at AVAWF 2008

Louisiana Rain is a vibrant tribute to the music of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. Made up of seasoned musicians, this band brings together the experience of touring, recording and thousands of performances to present a new tribute to a great artist. Louisiana Rain features the distinctive voice of Tom Petty, touching on some of his side projects as well as work with the Heartbreakers. It makes for a show not to be missed!


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2008 Logo Design Contest Winner

32nd Annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival
2008 Logo Design Contest Winner

SAN JOSE, CA (5/8/08) The Almaden Valley Women’s Club is pleased to announce that Lishan Zhu is the winner of the 32nd annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival 2008 Logo Design Contest. Her winning logo design will appear on the festival merchandise and promotional materials.
Lishan is 13 years old and in the eighth grade at Castillero Middle School. She has been an Almaden resident for 5 years. Her interests include drawing, painting, playing the piano and violin. Lishan's favorite art medias are pencil and paints.

The annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival has been orchestrated by the Almaden Valley Women's Club since 1965. Funds raised at this festival are used to serve the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose through scholarships and community grants. For more information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival and the Almaden Valley Women's Club visit: www.almadenwine.org.

2008 Scholarship Winners

SAN JOSE, CA (5/6/08) It was a big night at the general meeting of the Almaden Valley Women's Club on May 6, where several local students were acknowledged for their achievements.
The AVWC Scholarship committee presented 13 high school students with this year's scholarship awards based upon academic achievements, school participation, and community service. Along with a certificate, each winner received a check ranging from $500 - $1,000 to use toward their higher education.
Photo: Top back row L to R: Pardis Khosravi, Pioneer High School, Nate Jones, Leland High School, Kellie Marie Henika, Leigh High School, Jordan Chin, Bellarmine College Prep, Liz Marino, AVWC Scholarship Co-Chair, Lindsey Friessnig, Leland High School, Whitney Reyes, Leland High School, Betty Newkirk, AVWC Scholarship co-chair, Morgan Wall, Branham High School, Amna Qamar, Presentation High School, and Erin McKinley, Valley Christian High School. Front row L to R: Alex Quach, Bellarmine College Prep, James Sonu, Bellarmine College Prep, Scott Wootan, Leland High School, and Jeffrey Doong, Leland High School.
The club also recognized Lishan Zhu from Castillero Middle School, who won this year’s annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival logo design contest. Runners up are Lauren Kuechie, Bret Harte Middle School, Alison Wu Lord of the Light Art Studio, Devon Ducker, Leland High School and Abigal Wallace, Alamden Country School.
The Almaden Valley Art and Wine Festival will be held on Sunday, Sept.21, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is the fifth year the festival will be held at Almaden Lake Park, near the intersection of Almaden Expressway and Coleman Avenue in San Jose's Almaden Community. For general club or information on the Almaden Art & Wine Festival, visit www.almadenwine.org.
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2008 AVAWF Seeking Student Volunteers

32nd Annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival Committee
Seeking Event Day Student Volunteers

On September 21, 2008 the Almaden Valley Womens Club will host the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival at Almaden Lake Park. Student volunteers are needed to assist in this year's event.

Students must be at least of 14 years old to participate. Community service hours will be awarded to qualifying youth volunteers. A minimum two hour shift is required. Students may work the full day to earn 10 community service hours. Volunteer assignments available throughout the day include: set up, supply deliveries, clean up and staffing the children's area (games, crafts and attractions).

The success of this popular annual festival relies heavily on the support of volunteers. Interested students should contact Landa Keirstead, Festival Volunteer Chairperson at volunteers@almadenwine.com. Please complete the on-line application. Volunteers will be notified by Landa regarding volunteer shifts.

The festival will be held for the 5th year at the Almaden Lake Park which is located at the intersection of Almaden Expressway and Coleman Avenue in San Jose (near Highways 85 and 87). Admission is free. The park offers a beautiful setting for a delightful day of live entertainment, children's activities, the works of talented artists and craftspeople, bay area wines and beers, and delicious food. Proceeds will benefit local schools and non-profit organizations.

Almaden Lake Park is easily accessible by VTA light rail and bus service and the Los Alamitos Creek Trail. Ample free parking is available for cars and bicycles Parking options close to the festival include the Santa Clara Valley Water District on Almaden Expressway and the VTA Almaden Light Rail Station on Coleman Avenue.

The annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival has been orchestrated by the Almaden Valley Women's Club since 1965. Funds raised at this festival are used to serve the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose through scholarships and grants. For more information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival and the Almaden Valley Women's Club visit: www.almadenwine.org.

2008 Logo Design Contest

32nd Annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival Logo Design Contest
Winning Entry Will Become Official 2008 Festival Logo

SAN JOSE, CA (3/27/08) – The Almaden Valley Women’s Club invites students residing in the 95120 zip codes to participate in the 32nd annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival Logo Design Contest. The winning logo design will appear on festival merchandise and promotional materials.

To qualify as logo contest entrants, students must be enrolled in a public or private school or a home school program and reside within the 95120 zip codes. A maximum of two entries will be accepted from each entrant.

Click here for Logo Contest Guidelines.

All entries must be received by April 18, 2008. Entries will be picked up from participating schools (check with your art teacher). Alternatively, you can mail your entries to: Almaden Valley Women’s Club, Attn: Logo Contest, Logo Chair, P.O. Box 20084, San Jose, California 95160.

The logo winner, finalists, and teachers will be contacted by April 25, 2008 and will be invited to attend the Almaden Valley Women’s Club awards presentation meeting on May 6, 2008 at the Joint Venture Church on Camden Avenue.

Publicity Chair, Art & Wine Festival
Almaden Valley Women’s Club
publicity@almadenwine.com

For more information about the Almaden Valley Women’s Club visit: www.almadenwomen.org.

For information about the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival visit www.almadenwine.com

2008 Logo Design Contest Guidelines

32nd Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival
Logo Contest Guidelines

Who is eligible:
· Any student enrolled in public or private school or home school program in the 95120 zip code area and Pioneer High School.

· Any resident who resides within the 95120 zip code area and is between the ages of 11 – 18.

Artwork Requirements:
· All artwork is to be original and done in black and white. NO COMPUTER GENERATED ARTWORK WILL BE ACCEPTED.

· Artwork should be done on white 8 ½” x 11” paper

· Artwork shall be signed and dated by both the student and the teacher on the back of the artwork

· Artwork shall have student’s address and telephone number and school listed on the back of the artwork

· Entries shall be submitted by April 18, 2008.· Artwork shall contain no words, drawings of glasses, or dates

Almaden Art & Wine Festival Web site

Almaden Times Weekly Article

Almaden Valley Women’s Club news

Seeks scholarship applicants, installs 2008 board, open to new members
The Almaden Valley Women’s Club Service and Academic Scholarship Award committee promotes student service and academic achievement through scholarships, which are funded through the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival.

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