Day Care

Shooting Stars Preschool

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Shooting stars Preschool is  a home based, licensed Montessori school located in Pleasanton. We have variety of cognitively appropriate programs for children between the ages of 20 months to 6 years of age. We are two teachers for 7 kids now and in addition to introducing the children to numbers, shapes, colors and other developmentally appropriate curriculum , we also feel proud to introduce our children to Art, multi cultural music, yoga and Indian cultural prayers . We also focus on children learning Spanish in a fun and musical way!

We  provide breakfast and  fresh hot vegetarian  lunch for full day children.

For more details , please visit www.shootingstarsschool.com

Services

Free Mind and Meditation Info Session Walnut Creek

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Special Wellness Workshop | Tues Mar 12th 7:30pm – 8:30pm

You are invited to experience the simple, yet powerful Breathing techniques taught in this session and a guided a Meditation with an experienced instructor. Meditation helps an individual overcome negative emotions to facilitate a calm, peaceful mind and a healthy, stress-free body. Upon daily practice an individual will blossom into an unshakable personality.

Please note this session is open for people with any or no experience of yoga or breathing exercises or meditation.

Seminar includes:
  • The tendencies of the Mind
  • Sources of Energy
  • The science & secrets of Breath
  • Benefits of Breathing techniques
  • Experience Meditation and more
Ygnacio Valley library Tues Mar 12th from 7:30pm – 8:30pm RSVP : http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=104879

For any questions regarding this contact – Vaishali Patel 510 967 2380

Regards,
Tri-Valley Art of Living team.

Ygnacio Valley Library address:
2661 Oak Grove Road,
Walnut Creek, CA.
Camps, Youth Activities

Tulip Summer Camp 2013!

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Tulip is opening its second location in Dublin. Tulip will be offering Summer Camps & After School Programs.
For more information check:

Few points to note:
1 Summer camps in Dublin area available until August 16th
2 Extended Care Available for Summer Camps $ 50/per week 8:30 am- 9:00 am & 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
3 Half Day Camp Options Available only in Dublin Area from 9am – 1:30 pm
Science Half Day Camp – $ 250/week
Fun Half Day Camp – $ 180/week

For questions feel free to contact Sneha @ 408-930-1862 or email to [email protected].

After School, Education

Community Average Scores – New way to measure homeschoolers performance

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“Is my child’s performance good enough?” This question continually plagues the parents of homeschooled children including me. Over last few months, I have tried to explore several answers to this questions. I have made my son take chapter tests as well as periodic exams. However, I have found that scores sometimes can vary depending on evaluators. Standardized tests are another way and they can be expensive. Recently, I came across a very cool site and created an online learning account with IntelliSeeds (www.intelliseeds.com). I was intrigued with their concept of community average scores. Essentially, IntelliSeeds has several hundred practice and speed assessments for Math and Logical Reasoning. When my son does his practice, Intelliseeds generates a detailed report and compares my child’s score with a community average across all their user base. I have found this a neat and cost effective way to get a sense of my son’s performance. I can also compare the speed against an average. My son also enjoys it because it feels like he is playing a game.

I thought it might be worthwhile to share this with other parents.

— Nicole

Classifieds, Short Term Opportunity

Need pick up and drop off near stoneridge mall

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I am looking for someone very reliable who can pick up and drop off my  3 years old son to and from school on Monday and Wednesday. We live in Pleasanton just opposite to stoneridge mall and his school is within 5 miles radius. Please let me know your availability. You can call me at 303-482-0524. I will appreciate if you can provide a car seat of your own. Please contact me ASAP with your rates or have any questions.
Thanks.

Auto Repairs, Deals

Midas Dublin – $19.99 Oil Change and other deals for readers

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Tri-Valley-Desi-Midas-Dublin-OIL Coupon
At the Midas and SpeeDee auto repair in Dublin, we now find nearly 30% of my customers are Indian. We are glad that this group understands that Midas of Dublin can save them BIG money over the dealer.
I come from the community so no one will care for your cars or understand your needs as someone who is your neighbor.

And more, here are some special deals:

  • $19.99 Oil Change with Free Tire Rotation
  • 20% off any service, with free shuttle service
  • $20 off any 2 tires; $50 off four tires

We are ideally located in Dublin, very easily approachable from San Ramon and Pleasanton. 6955 Village Parkway, right next to the US Post Office.

Classifieds

Looking for room mate – Mar to May in Pleasanton, CA

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Hi, I am looking for two room mates for room sharing for two and half month starting from 3rd March till 17th May,2013.
I have one BHK flat in Eaves community near to Walmart/BART/Kaiser/Oracle. Everything settled in Kitchen. Also I have extra bed for room mates. Apart from that 42′ LCD TV/Internet Connection/PGE/DishTV/Sofa set/ everything is available.
If anyone is interested please call mail me at amitgarg.mca.sun or call me at 206-225-4475 with contact details.
Regards, Amit

Entertainment, Events, Out-of-Area Events

Sajda – An offering of unforgettable and timeless classics of Jagjit Singh

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After successful and sold out musical shows like Surmai Shaam and Forever Pancham last year, Audigy Systems Inc now presents –
Sajda – An offering of unforgettable and timeless classics of Jagjit Singh.

Join us to be a part of the magical evening and enjoy Jagjit Singh’s evergreen ghazals along with a live band of musicians and remember the maestro through his work and his interpretation of music.

Date: 15th March 2013 (Friday) 8:00 PM
Venue: Schultz Cultural Arts Hall
3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303

More details: https://www.facebook.com/events/202962379841962/
Tickets available at: https://mycity.sulekha.com/sajda-an-offering-of-unforgettable-and-timeless-classics-of-jagjit-singh_buy_613256
(without service charge)

Or

For tickets/sponsorship or more information call
Sudhir @ (408)802-5128
Annie  @ (650)697-4445

Please spread the word by sharing the event with friends and family.

Please plan on buying the tickets early as we were sold out last time.
Hoping to see you all at the event.

About San Ramon, Deals, Restaurants

$11 for $22 Worth Food at Favorite Indian Restaurant in San Ramon

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Treat your palate to a burst of Indian flavors with this deal. For only $11, enjoy $22 worth of fine Indian food at Favorite Indian Restaurant in any of their four locations: two in Hayward, one in Union City, and one in San Ramon. Sink your teeth into authentic Indian specialties in a comfortable and homey restaurant.

  • 21001 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon, CA, 94583
  • Dine-in only, Limit 10 vouchers purchase per person, subject to one voucher per table visit limitation
  • Limit 1 voucher per table per visit
  • Not valid for drinks
  • Voucher(s) cannot be redeemed until after the deal closes midnight of February 24, 2013

Click here to see the deal.

Community, Services

One Billion Rising – Rise in Dance & Meditation (Dublin, CA)

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One Billion women and their loved ones are rising up to stand up to put a stop to violence on women. Join us to mark this historic occasion. Join us to rise in Dance and Meditation. We will dance to the tunes of DJ Love along with a Bollywood Dance Instructor and end with a short meditation.

This is a FREE event but space is limited. Please RSVP at:
http://onebillionrising.org/page/event/detail/4vxjp

date & time: Feb 14 (7pm-8pm)

Deals

$5 for $10 Worth of Indian Ice Cream at Nirvanaah, Dublin

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Nirvanaah! opened on Dublin, CA a while back. Its a premium ice-cream store in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in Indian desserts that are 100% vegetarian and egg-less.

  • Authentic Indian flavors
  • 100% vegetarian
  • No eggs used
  • All natural ingredients

All the ice creams and desserts served at Nirvanaah! are made by Kwality Foods.
For limited time, get $5 for $10 Worth of Indian Ice Cream at Nirvanaah in Dublin (or Sunnyvale, Fremont). You can buy up to 5 vouchers per person. Check out the deal here (and can get another $5 off). Buy by Feb 5 and use by April 30. Deal extended – now closing midnight Feb 8 2013.

About Pleasanton, Community, Events

Stress Free, Violence Free Society Meeting

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Come and join us for an informational session on: “How to build a stress free and violence free society.”

Background: This campaign focuses on creating a stress and violence free society by:

  • Strengthening family values
  • Empowering youth
  • Fostering a feeling of community
  • Building a happier and safer society

Venue: Pleasanton Library
400 Old Bernal Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566

Date: February 6, 2013
Time: 7-8 PM
RSVP: http://tiny.cc/ii01rw
Contact: Sridhar (510) 334-7908

Stress Free, Violence Free Society
After School, Education, Job Opportunities, Tutoring

Home Tutor Needed At Livermore,CA

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Looking for a person who can help 2nd grade twin boys to do their school homework, kumon and book reading activity. The family stays near Spring town library in Livermore. The kids have relocated to USA and need some immediate help in their educational activities.

We are looking for someone who can regularly help the kids for minimum 2 — 3 times a week in their studies at their home . If you like to spend few hours during your weekends or weekdays that would be great.

School Students, College Students who are interested to do part time teaching can also apply. Serious enquiries only. write at [email protected]

Articles, Entertainment, Movies

Hindi movie Race 2 at Regal Hacienda Crossings in Dublin

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Bollywood movie Race 2 is playing at the Regal Hacienda Crossings in Dublin starting this Friday 01/25. Its an anticipated sequel to 2008 suspense thriller Race featuring mainstream actors and is first major release of the year.
Looks like Regal at the Hacienda Crossings may be trying to see what kind of a response does a Hindi movie elicit in Tri Valley area. This may be an extension of the trend from other Bay Area theatres like Century in Union City and Fremont, AMC Mercado in Santa Clara, UA in Emeryville where the mainstream theaters find good business in showing Bollywood releases. This is apart of Big Cinemas in Fremont that exclusively shows films from different languages in India.
With increasing Indian origin population in the Tri Valley area, perhaps its a good chance for folks to flock there, and demonstrate that indeed there is a market. If this trend continues then, it will be one less drive to Fremont or Union city.

After School, Education, Professional Development, Tutoring

iPhone/iPad Programming For Beginners

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Ever wished you could write your own iPhone/iPad app?
The class will take you step-by-step through the process of creating your own iPhone/iPad (iOS) apps. Through short lectures and instructor-led hands-on exercises you will learn how to use Objective-C and Xcode to create iOS apps. iOS is the operating system for iPhones and iPads. Objective-C is Apple’s programming language for iOS apps. Xcode is the (free) program from Apple for designing and building iOS apps.

By End of Class
You will have created 3 iPhone apps.
You will know the basics of Objective-C.
You will know how to use Xcode.

What You Will Get
6 hours of hands-on training.
All course material and exercise source code in a zip file.
Certificate of Course Completion.
Wi-Fi and power. Make sure you bring your laptops and power cords.

Course Details
To sign up and for more details: http://iphoneprogramming.eventbrite.com

Course Info
Topic: iPhone/iPad Programming For Beginners
Date: Sat 01/26/2013
Time: 9 AM to 4 PM
Location: Hyatt Place, 4950 Hacienda Drive, Dublin, CA
Prerequisites: No programming background required

About the Instructor
Asim Jalis is a software engineer who has worked at Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard and other companies for over 12 years. He wrote his first iPhone app in 2008. Asim has an MS in Computer Science from the University of Virginia, and an MA in Mathematics from the University of Wisconsin—Madison.

Comments From Previous Students
“The teacher is wonderful and I’m learning so much, and having fun learning. Highly recommended!”—DB, San Francisco
“Thanks for a great class. I enjoyed the class and really like your teaching style. I’m looking forward to your future classes.”—BS, San Francisco
“Hands on programming throughout the class helped understand subject better.”—SS, San Francisco

What to Bring
Apple MacBook with OS X Lion or Mountain Lion and power-cord.
Xcode 4.5 installed.
To install Xcode click here and follow the steps.

Prerequisites
No programming background required.

Course Outline
Xcode
Designing user interface in Xcode.
Connecting user interface to Objective-C code.

Objective-C
Data types: numbers, booleans, strings, arrays, dictionaries.
Branching and loops: if, else if, else, for, while.
Creating and using objects.

Building Your First App
Creating an app from scratch.
Testing app in iPhone simulator.
Adding icons and making app look gorgeous.

Nanny, Services

Looking for Weekend Nanny

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Hi,

I am looking for a nanny on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm for my 2 year old daughter. I need help with bathing her, feeding her, engaging/playing with her when she is awake, help put her to sleep when she wants to nap, and if she is asleep then help with light housework such as dishes, laundry, etc.

Thanks.
After School, Day Care

Kids Paradise Daycare near Dougherty library

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HI Parents, Kids Paradise home day care in San Ramon is now open for your Infant above 12 month old
– safe, secure home day care away from your own home where your child can learn, play and grow.

We have designed a nurturing, creative world for Children to help their minds and bodies develop.

  • Have Completed 40 units in ECE (Early Childhood Education)
  • 10 years experience with pre-school age children (Infant-5 years)
  • First Aid and CPR certified and TB test clearance
  • Safe, nurturing, and educationally stimulating home environment ,I will provide home cooked healthy meals.
  • Nearby DVC San Ramon campus .
  • And lower rates

Facility license number 73406362
Kids Paradise Daycare near Dougherty library! Bollinger/East Branch pkwy

Community, Things to do, Youth Activities

Art of Living Course Jan 24

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 ART OF LIVING COURSE 

Art Of Living

Course Benefits
Breathing techniques to eliminate stress & tension
Skills for improving relationships at home and at work
Tools to handle your mind & negative emotions

Learn Sudarshana Kriya
An Immensely powerful technique that incorporates specific natural rhythms of breath to release stress and purify the entire system by releasing toxins at the deepest cellular level

Course Details & Contacts
Jan 24th – Jan 27th
Weekdays 7.00 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.
Weekends 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.

Address

Art Of Living – Tri Valley Center
6690 Amador Plaza Road, Suit 215
Dublin, CA – 94568

Contact
Madhavi : Ph (408) 368-1998 email: [email protected]

Lavaanya : Ph (650) 740-0218 email: [email protected]

To register for Art of Living Course please click flyer or visit:

http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=13657

 

Services, Travel Companion

Need Ride to San Leandro to Fairmont Hospital

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I need help on getting ride for my mother from livermore to San Leandro , Fairmont Hospital for next few weeks in morning between 8 and 9 am.  I am looking for someone who is commuting this way and willing to help for the ride.  We are willing to pay for the ride. My dad is admitted in the Hospital and we need help for morning ride to hospital for my mom.

Please call email you contact info to [email protected].

After School, Day Care, Services

SunShine Daycare with school pick up.

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• Location: Safe and Beautiful Neighborhood, Single Family Home.Park with Kiddie Swings just outside the Home. Only 0.3 miles (1500 Feet) from I-680 highway
• About the Care Provider: Indian lady who loves kids and speaks English and Hindi. Very experienced in providing daycare. First aid and CPR trained by RedCross.
• About the Services provided: Specialist in Infant Care. Will Provide care to a maximum of 2 kids only at a time. Loving care and age appropriate play and learning activities to provide natural growth of kid’s knowledge and personality, in a safe and comfortable environment for kids.
• Timings: From 8:30 AM to 5:30 Monday through Friday. School pick up with day care also provided. Weekends and after hours care can be provided on a pre-arranged mutually agreed basis.
• Contact: Manju: 925-479-9616 [email protected]

Services

Sale – Indian Kurtis for $10 in Dublin

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Clearance sale at Rangbandhej. All kurtis are marked down to 10 USD. All chudidar leggings for 5 USD. All cotton skirts at 10 USD. All Anarkali salwar kameez for 20-50 USD. Its a steal deal. Buy for yourself or gift it to friends and colleagues.

Sale begins Dec 16th and ends Dec 28th.
Call 925 699 9108 for address.

Located off Tassajara Road in Tassajara Creek Community.

Religion, Services

VEDA Classes weekly on Wed at SanRamon

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VEDA classes on Wednesdays from 8:30 PM – 9:15 PM. The VEDA classes will be held every week at the temple www.sridattasaimandir.org , unless there is any major event or program that falls on a Wednesday. Please avail this opportunity to learn the VEDA MANTRAS from a qualified GURU and practice. Please contact Priest Chandrasekhara Sharma garu for details.
Phone#925.820.1402
Website: www.sridattasaimandir.org
Location:1901 SAN RAMON VALLEY BLVD., SAN RAMON, CA-94583

Networking, Sports, Things to do

Biking on East Bay trails

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Are you interested in biking with us to form a South Asian Heart Center -East Bay group on a regular basis? We would be biking on only paved trails in the Bay Area. The start time will be at 9:00 am on Sunday mornings (weather permitting).

If you are interested in joining, please email us back at [email protected] so that we can keep you informed of the locations. Please inform anyone you know who might be interested!

Bollywood Dance, Services

Warm Up Bollywood Dance Classes

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Looking for some In-door activities during this chilly winter, how about some dance classes to warm you up?

This Dance program will help kids to improve their motor skill with some cool dance moves. It is a wonderful opportunity for kids to get social with their age group beyond class room and learn synchronization and coordination as a team. On top of that they will be more disciplined by listening and following dance directions.
Classes will start from Dec 21st to Feb 17th 2013 (8 Weeks) – Friday/Sunday (no class Dec 28-30th). Location is Summer Glen in Dublin, CA  and  timings are:

• Friday 8:45am to 9:45am – Ladies dance beginning
• Friday 5:30pm to 6:30pm – Kids 6 to 9 Years
• Sunday 4:30pm to 5:30pm – Junior kids 3½ to 6 Years
Each above class will run for 8 weeks for a nominal $100 only. All participants will also get opportunity to perform in an event show.
Hurry up and sign up soon; you will sure have FUN and love these dance classes.
Just confirm on this post, and don’t forget to send it across to your other friends.
You can always reach me @408-625-7237 or [email protected] to get more information.

See you all soon…
Archana

Day Care, Services

TOT-ALLY Home Day Care

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TOT-ALLY DAY CARE – Very close to Montevideo elementary School, San Ramon
Facility Number : 073407292

* Full Day / Half- Day Program
* After School Care
* Assist with School Home-work
* Very close to Montevideo elementary School, San Ramon
* Closer to freeways 680
* Accept infants
* Very reasonable pricing
* Hindi – classes twice a week
* Pre-school in the morning session
* Limited seats available
Rama Devi
[email protected]
925 217 1295

Out-of-Area Events

New Year 2013!! Redcarpet Bollywood/Bhangra Party in San Francisco ft BombayLove

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After successful events in San Francisco and BayArea, BombayLove is proud to present its most anticipated New Year Party. Like our previous events, we want to make your new year party memorable and have brought together the best talent and attractions.
Get ready for the most elegant & entertaining red carpet event in the heart of San Francisco.
THE ONLY DESI PARTY HAPPENING IN SAN FRANCISCO
▶Attractions:
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★ Red carpet entry
★ A fully decorated club
★ Two Separate areas, with 3 DJs and performers
★ Confetti cannon shower with Dazzling sparklers
★ Midnight Champagne toast (limited)
★ Open Bar (8pm to 9:30pm)
★ Photo booth with props
★ On site print of photo booth pictures
★ Complimentary Party favors
★ Exclusive VIP Goodie bags
★ Go-Go Dancers

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TICKETS: http://tickets.bombaylove.com/
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▶Artists:
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Main Dancefloor (Bollywood & Top 40)
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DJ Karry, DJ Aalok : Rated as top DJ’s from the San Francisco BayArea. They have represented San Francisco in various other cities like LA, Dallas, Boston, Denver. Get ready to hear the very best of Bollywood, top 40, House mashups.
http://soundcloud.com/bombay-love

Second Dancefloor (Bhangra, UrbanDesi, dhol)
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Guest Celebrity DJ AshishB
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DJ AshishB – Pioneer of South Asian music & founder of BeatsfromtheEast, an award winning radio show and DJ from Radio1190 FM Denver Colorado and has been featured on BBC (UK). He will be taking over our Bhangra room with top punjabi & urban desi hits.
http://www.ashishb.com/
https://www.facebook.com/DjAshMusic

▶Venue:
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Located in the heart of San Francisco, newly renovated club Horizon is prepped up just in time for New Years. With its 4000 sq ft of space, plush leather interiors and state of the art sound system, it definitely sets the tone for a memorable night.
http://www.horizonsf.com

Dress code and Age: Upscale club attire, 21+ with valid ID required to enter the club

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★ BOMBAY LOVE – Bay’s Premiere Desi Party ★

Bombay Love is the brainchild of DJ KARRY and DJ AALOK and comprises of a young team of Bollywood music enthusiasts that came together to create something spectacular with their passion and talent in music for a common goal – to make your party come ALIVE!! Our motto: We work hard so you can party harder!! 🙂
http://www.bombayloveparty.com

Life in Tri-Valley