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June 2008
In this Issue:
Downtown Events
Music in the Parks
July 4th Fun Run
Murder in the Louvre
Open Swim
Memory Loss Presentation
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Downtown Events! WOW! |
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Father's Day Concert 
Peninsula Youth Orchestra
China Tour Preview Concert
Sunday, June 15, 2008
6:00-7:30pm
Courthouse Square (map)
Enjoy an evening of light classical, folk and
contemporary music performed by 85 talented
young musicians en route to China!
Special feature: composer Ron Miller conducts his
new work: “Jasmine Bouquet" |
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Target Family Days
Sundays, 12:00-4:00pm
6/22, 7/13, 8/10, 9/14
Courthouse Square (map)
June 22: R & B and Soul
Target Family Days, generously sponsored by Target Stores, will attract kids and adults of all ages! Our four targeted cultural themes will round out each enriching event with music, children's performers, storytelling, cooking instruction, hands-on activities for kids and more. |
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Featured Cultural Events
Weekends, 6/21, 7/20, 8/17 & 9/27
Courthouse Square (map)
Kusun Dance Ensemble
West African Music and Dance
Saturday, June 21, 2008
6:00-8:00pm
The Kusun Dance Ensemble is an extraordinary ensemble of musicians and dancers based in Ghana, West Africa. Click for more... |
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Music in Redwood City
WOW! The 2008 schedule is here! Enjoy another rockin' season of Music on the Square downtown.
Coming up:
6/13: Pure Ecstasy- Motown/R & B
6/20: Freesound- Rock/Soul/Reggae
6/27: Tempest- Celtic Rock
Also check out Lunchtime Music on the Square on Mondays & Wednesdays.
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Movies on the Square
Thursdays, June 5-August 28
Movies begin at sundown
Courthouse Square (map)
Bring your friends, family, your warm jacket and even a sleeping bag! Movies on the square will give you the big screen experience all over again with some of your old favorites!
Coming up:
6/19: Grease (PG)
6/26: Flushed Away (PG)
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Dancing on the Square
Tuesdays, June 17-September 16
6:00-8:00pm
Courthouse Square (map)
Get ready to kick up your heels with our free dance series, including Tango, Swing, Country Western, Salsa, Hip Hop, Hula and more. The fun begins with a dance demonstration and continues on with public participation.
Coming up:
6/17: Swing/Lindy Hop
6/24: Irish Step Dancing
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Art on the Square
Fridays at 5pm
June 20, July 18, August 1 & Sept. 19
See local artists and have the chance to purchase their creations! Check out the art booths while enjoying the sounds of Music on the Square.
Also, check out
Second Saturday Art Walks |
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| Music in the Park |
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Music in the Park
Wednesdays 6:00-8:00pm
June 25-August 13
Stafford Park (map)
Coming up:
6/25: *Special Kid's Show*
Andy Z & the Andyland Band
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Sounds of the Shores
Thursdays 6:00-8:00pm
June 26, July 10, July 24 & August 7
Marlin Park (map)
Coming up:
6/26: BLUE - rock & blues |
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| 33rd Annual July 4th Fun Run 5K |
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Get your running shoes out for our
33rd Annual - PARADE FUN RUN.
This unique race circles around the parade route in front of 40,000 spectators cheering you on. Awards will be given to the 1st & 2nd place finishers from each division.
Race starts at 9am SHARP
7/4/08
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| Murder in the Louvre |
Mystery Dinner Fundraiser
Saturday, June 28
6:00pm
Veterans Memorial Senior Center (map) |
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Bon soir! On June 28th, become a member of a very privileged group who travels to the Louvre Museum in Paris , France (aka The Veterans Memorial Senior Center) to attend a once in a lifetime event. You will witness the unveiling of a rare and treasured art piece worth millions. BUT BEWARE- the air is thick with greed and perhaps...MURDER in the Louvre! Evening will feature a 3 course dinner and live performance where the audience helps decipher the murder mystery. Proceeds will benefit the Veterans Memorial Senior Center programs and services! AGE: 21+ Only - $50 Per Person
For more information, call (650) 780-7344 or register online, class code# 88.250
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| Open Swimming begins June 23 |
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Swim Season at
Herkner & Hoover Pools
begins June 23!
Hours & Fees
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| Memory Loss Presentation |
Memory Loss Presentation
Wednesday, June 18
1:00-2:00pm
Veterans Memorial Senior Center (map)
Goldstar Room
The Alzheimer's Association will present important info. regarding the differences between normal memory loss & dementia. You will learn tips for improving your memory. This lecture will be interactive, interesting and enjoyable.
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