**************************************************** EV 04/29/2004 NEWSLETTER NUMBER 30 **************************************************** CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS: April 29 Thursday "Another Way of Seeing Things" Film & Discussion Stanford Macintosh User Group Meeting May 1 Saturday EV Field Day! 3 Monday EV Relay for Life Team Meeting 6 Thursday "Embattled Buddhists" Film & Discussion Lottery Grad Night at Cantor Arts Center* 8 Saturday Volunteer Opportunity: The Human Race* Annual Bechtel International Festival 13 Thursday "A Quiet Revolution" Film & Discussion 15 Saturday Relay for Life* 16 Sunday EV Runs Bay to Breakers* 22 Saturday Great America Six Flags & Water Park Trip* - Stanford Brazilian Week Calendar - EV Intramural Sports needs a few good men and women! - Free, anonymous HIV testing at Vaden Health Center - Volunteer at the Village Rental Co-op - Nominations for Graduate Student Recognition Awards - Spring Scrapbooking Workshops - Upcoming Classes and Programs at the Bechtel I-Center * Starred events require advance signup. See individual event listings below for details. Information in this newsletter is also shown on the EV website: http://www.stanford.edu/group/EV ------------------------------------------------------ 1. Non-Violence Film & Discussion - "Another Way of Seeing Things" Thursday, April 29th, 7:30pm-9:00pm Cypress South, 2nd floor Tresidder Union Come learn how to view a historical event without stereotyping. Everyone who is interested in peace and Buddhists' view of society is welcome. "Another Way of Seeing Things" is a short film about the dangers of stereotyping and the need to "hear the other side." Filmed in Turkey in 2003 and narrated by Academy Award-winning actor F. Murray Abraham, "Another Way of Seeing Things" tells the story of British historian Arnold Toynbee's experiences as a journalist covering the Greco-Turkish war in the 1920s. He listened to both sides and attempted to counteract the prevailing bias against Turks - and Muslims in general. This film written by Buddhist author and peace-builder Daisaku Ikeda won the Golden Reel Award for Best Short Film at the third annual Tiburon International Film Festival on Friday, March 19th. For more information, see http://www.stanford.edu/group/wpb/film.html or email worldpeacebuddhists@lists.stanford.edu Sponored by the World Peace Buddhists ------------------------------------------------------ 2. Stanford University Macintosh User Group Meeting Thursday, April 29th, 7:00pm Stanford Bookstore Alcove Get ready for... * Cool resources to spiff up your Mac(Icons, Fonts, and Wallpapers, oh my!) * Garage Band demo Free Stuff!: -Drawing for copy of iLife (with Garage Band) -iTunes Gift Certificates for Top 3 people who bring PC friends, not to mention free posters, T-shirts, tchotchkes, etc. Sponsored by the Stanford University Macintosh User Group ------------------------------------------------------ 3. EV Field Day! *THIS SATURDAY* Saturday, May 1st, 12:00noon-4:00pm Field between Studio 1 and the Oasis (EV Bldgs 127-144) Come to Field Day for an afternoon of fun in the field! There will be food and drinks, cotton candy, a wall climber, moon-bounce, plenty of games (egg toss, sack race, 3-legged race...), live music by the band Great Teacher (www.greatteacherband.com), prizes, and more! Proof of age (21) required to drink. For more information, email Zoe at zoea@stanford.edu Sponsored by the EV Social Committee ------------------------------------------------------ 4. EV Relay for Life Team Team Meeting: Monday, May 3rd (time TBA) Event: Saturday-Sunday, May 15th-16th EV Cottage Room (attached to EV Housing Office) Come walk, jog, or run for the EV Relay for Life Team! We need night owls, early birds, and everyone in between to help complete this 24-hour benefit for the American Cancer Society. This an amazing event with activities the whole time, see www.stanford.edu/group/cac to get an idea. Contact Craig Foster at cdfoster@stanford.edu for more info. Sponsored by the EV Community Service Committee ------------------------------------------------------ 5. "Embattled Buddhists: Under the rising sun" and Discussion on the practice of Buddhism Thursday, May 6th, 7:30pm-9:00pm Cypress South, 2nd floor Tresidder Union Everyone is welcome to attend this showing of the film "Embattled Buddhists", to be followed by an introduction and discussion of general principles of Buddhism. This documentary film is on the Soka Gakkai organization's development in Japan, illustrating the Soka Gakkai's pioneering work for the sake of people's happiness, based on the spirit of Nichiren. For more information, see http://www.stanford.edu/group/wpb/film.html or email worldpeacebuddhists@lists.stanford.edu Sponsored by the World Peace Buddhists ------------------------------------------------------ 6. Lottery Grad Night at the Cantor Arts Center Thursday, May 6th, 6:00pm-9:00pm Cantor Arts Center, Stanford campus Have some dinner and take in some culture at Stanford's very own museum! Picnic in the sculpture garden, and then head inside for snacks and student tours of the collection! To enter, please send an email with "CAC" in the subject line to eaumann@stanford.edu by Saturday, May 1. Indicate whether you would like 1 or 2 spots. Winners will be notified shortly after the deadline. For more information, see www.stanford.edu/group/gspb Sponsored by the Stanford Graduate Student Programming Board ------------------------------------------------------ 7. Volunteer at The Human Race Saturday, May 8th, morning Coyote Point Park, San Mateo The Human Race is an annual 5K/10K pledge run/walk that is part of a statewide community fundraising event coordinated by local volunteer centers. The event was created by the Volunteer Center of San Mateo County in 1979. The 2002 Human Race at Coyote Point raised over $160,000, benefiting over 60 local agencies. Come out and join us in helping with race day activities (setup, handing out water, cleanup, etc.). Please RSVP to Ron at ronyu@stanford.edu by Monday, May 3rd, and specify whether or not you need transportation. For more information, check out the website: http://www.vcsmco.org/Special_events/human_race.html or email Ron at ronyu@stanford.edu. Free lunch will be provided. Sponsored by the EV Community Service Committee ------------------------------------------------------ 8. Annual Bechtel International Festival Saturday, May 8th, 12:00noon-5:00pm Bechtel I-Center On Saturday, May 8th, Bechtel International Center at Stanford University will hold its annual International Festival from noon to 5:00 pm. A continuous program of international entertainment will be presented which will include music and dance from around the world. There will also be crafts and cultural displays, and international food for sale. The International Festival is free and open to the public. For more information, visit http://icenter.stanford.edu/festival/ or call (650)723-1831. Sponsored by the Bechtel I-Center ------------------------------------------------------ 9. Empowerment Film & Discussion - "A Quiet Revolution" Thursday, May 13th, 7:30pm-9:00pm Sequoia Room, 2nd floor Tresidder Union This documentary film shows how the practice of Buddhism empowers each individual to counter adversity and to make contributions to society and world peace. An introduction to Buddhist principle will follow. "A Quiet Revolution" proves the potential of one individual to spark a positive chain reaction. It features case studies where ordinary people are having a global impact by taking action at the local level. The first is in Rajasthan in northern India, where village "rainwater harvesters" are stemming the tide of poverty and hunger. For more information, see http://www.stanford.edu/group/wpb/film.html or email worldpeacebuddhists@lists.stanford.edu Sponsored by the World Peace Buddhists ------------------------------------------------------ 10. EV Runs Bay to Breakers Sunday, May 16th, 6:00am San Francisco Join your fellow EV residents for the largest, craziest race in the nation. We'll be coordinating training teams for both running and walking. Check out http://www.baytobreakers.com/ for more information. Contact Miranda at mirandamac80@yahoo.com to get on the interest list. Sponsored by the EV Sports and Outdoors Committee ------------------------------------------------------ 11. Paramount's Great America Six Flags & Water Park Trip Saturday, May 22nd, Park Hours: 10:00am-8:00pm Depart from Stanford campus 9:30am, return anytime during the day Great America, San Jose Lyman invites you to a joint event co-hosted by Lyman, Rains, EV, Crothers, and CroMem! Paramount's Great America has the most thrill rides in Northern California. Take off on the Top Gun incredible suspended "jet coaster." Experience the rush of gravity as you descend 22 stories in less than four seconds on the Drop Zone Stunt Tower, one of the tallest and most intense free-fall rides in the world. And finally cool off at the new addition to Great America -- Boomerang Bay's wet and watery Australian-themed water park adventure -- get ready to get wet on 11 new water slides, climb and explore a giant water-powered playhouse! Check it out: http://pgathrills.com Original ticket price: $47.99 (not including lunch) Stanford residents/students: $28 (includes ticket and lunch) Ticket price includes: Great America Six Flags admission Boomerang Bay Water Park admission All-you-can-eat lunch buffet from 12noon-4:00pm To reserve your place, you must contact Nishita (ndoshi@stanford.edu) ASAP and no later than May 15th with the following information: a) your name and guest name(s) b) # of tickets c) do you need a ride? d) if you are driving, how many can you drive? (all drivers are reimbursed) You will then receive information about how to pay for the tickets. Tickets are first-come, first-serve, until they run out, so don't delay! For more information, email ndoshi@stanford.edu Sponsored by Lyman, Rains, EV, Crothers, and CroMem Community Associates ------------------------------------------------------ 12. Stanford Brazilian Week Calendar Monday, May 3th 8:00 PM - Cocktail & art exposition by Silvia Poloto Dining Room - Bechtel Int. Center Tuesday, May 4th 8:00 PM - Brazilian Music Night with Sambosseros Assembly Room - Bechtel Int. Center Wednesday, May 5th 6:00 PM - Brazilian Movie Night - Behind the Sun ("Abril despedacado") Dining Room - Bechtel Int. Center 8:00 PM - Lecture & Brazilian Dinner - "The Island of Brazil: From Fantastic to Futuristic" by Charles Perrone and Alessandra Squina Santos. Dining Room - Bechtel Int. Center Friday, May 7th 10:00 AM - Cooking class with Simone Perosi Large Kitchen - Bechtel Int. Center Saturday, May 8th 12:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Display of Traditional Costumes Assembly Room - Bechtel Int. Center 4:30 PM - Stanford Roda de Capoeira & Samba with Brazil Culture & Arts Bechtel Int. Center Patio. Monday, May 10th 7:00 PM - Lecture: "Brazilian Software Industry: Insights on strength, trends and opportunities." by Ricardo Sardenberg. Dining Room - Bechtel International Center Tuesday, May, 11th 7:30 PM - Brazilian dance performance and class by El Grupo Folklorico los Decanos & Susan Cashion Roble Studio For more information, please contact: Jaime Urban - urban@stanford.edu Heitor Chang - hc10@stanford.edu ------------------------------------------------------ 13. EV INTRAMURALS - Looking for a few good men and women! We need more people (both men and women) for our EV coed intramural softball and soccer teams! The coed soccer team plays on Sundays at 12pm, and the softball team plays on Saturdays at 12pm. We are especially looking for women, but men are welcome to join us. It's a great chance to get to know some people in EV and have a good time competing. If you are interested in playing, please send an email to noonan@stanford.edu. Sponsored by the EV Sports and Outdoors Committee ------------------------------------------------------ 14. Free, Anonymous HIV Testing at Vaden Health Center Be positive you're negative. Free, anonymous HIV testing at Vaden with trained peer counselors. No fees. No hassles. No excuses. Don^Òt like needles? Ask your counselor about OraSure, the needle-free testing alternative. Call 8-2336 (V-A-D-E-N) for an appointment. *Last day for testing is Thursday, May 27th. Sponsored by Vaden Health Center ------------------------------------------------------ 15. Village Rental Co-op (VRC) The Village Rental Co-op has great stuff that you can rent for cheap. Our selection includes camping gear, baby stuff, and things for your visitors to sleep on. Please see our website at http://www.stanford.edu/group/EV/Misc/VRC/ WE NEED VOLUNTEERS. With many of our veteran volunteers graduating this year, we are in desperate need of new people so that we can continue to provide great service. Volunteering is easy and fun, the time commitment is minimal, and you get a free dinner once per quarter. You also receive substantial discounts on rentals and get to meet great people. If you're interested, please e-mail dalee@math.stanford.edu. ------------------------------------------------------ 16. Nominations for Graduate Student Recognition Awards Do you know someone who deserves to be recognized? The Graduate Student Programming Board wants YOUR nominations to honor students, faculty, and staff who have made outstanding contributions to graduate student life here at Stanford. Honorees and their nominators will be recognized at a reception to be held on Thursday, May 20th, 8:00pm-10:00pm in Hacienda Commons in Rains. Please tell us about an individual whose efforts you appreciate by visiting http://gspb.stanford.edu/gsra. Deadline for nominations is Tuesday, May 4. See www.stanford.edu/group/gspb for more info. ------------------------------------------------------ 17. Spring Scrapbooking Workshops Wish you could make beautiful albums of all of your memories, but think it^Òs too complicated and there^Òs not enough time? Join us for a weekly Scrapbooking Workshop, Wednesdays 3-5 PM! Learn to make beautiful albums simply and quickly! Every week of the Spring Quarter, March 29 ­ June 4, we will meet in Escondido Village to scrapbook together and learn new layout ideas. If you would like a beginner^Òs class, it will cost only $15 for the quarter, and if you already scrapbook, it will cost only $10 for the entire quarter. If you can^Òt commit to the entire quarter, you can come to individual sessions for $2/session. Would you like to come, but you can^Òt find anyone to watch your children? Bring them along! Please contact Yvonne Fernández for details: yvonnefernandez@yahoo.com 650-497-7947 ------------------------------------------------------ 18. Upcoming Classes & Programs at Bechtel International Center =============================== ONE-TIME EVENTS AT THE I-CENTER =============================== Birthing Options: Home & Water Birth Friday, April 30th, 1:30 p.m - 2:30 p.m. Bechtel International Center, Back Lounge Home & Water Birth will be described by Keiko and Dr. Christopher Sato-Perry, who had a peaceful and pain-free home delivery with this method a year ago. They will show a professional film explaining the approach and share their personal experience. For more information, please email gdukes@stanford.edu Sponsored by the Bechtel International Center Open to the Stanford community. -------------------- WEDNESDAY TOUR - San Francisco Highlights -sign up deadline NOW! Sign up by MAY 3 for tour on Wed., May 12, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy a day in San Francisco, with visits to one of the most beautiful museums in the country, the California Palace of the Legion of Honor, followed by a picnic in Golden Gate Park(on the banks of scenic Stowe Lake). We will also take a short walk through the Strybing Arboretumm, an outstanding botanical garden with 6,000 species from around the world. The permanent collection of the popular museum (Legion of Honor) features 4,000 years of ancient and European art. Fees for the tour cover admission to the museum, and you can choose either a guided tour of European art collection for $11; or visit museum on your own for $8. (see their website at www.legionofhonor.org) Bring your bag lunch. Sign up and pay by MAY 3 to reserve your place! Payment can be made at the upstairs desk at Bechtel International Center. Contact gdukes@stanford.edu for more information. Sponsored by the Bechtel International Center Open to American and international members of the Stanford community. -------------------- PLANNING MEETING FOR WELCOME FOR INTERNATIONAL FAMILIES IN FALL Friday, May 7, at 1:30 p.m. Bechtel International Center - Back Lounge Can you help plan the welcome for international couples and families who will arrive in September? We will begin the planning of our welcome at an informal meeting and welcome our suggestions and participation. Anyone who has experienced moving here and getting settled will be a valued member of our planning group! We hope to include people speaking a wide variety of languages, so as to welcome newcomers in their own language. Everyone is welcome to join us and bring their ideas. Contact Gwyn Dukes with questions or for further information. -------------------- Annual Bechtel International Festival Saturday, May 8th, 12:00 noon-5:00 p.m. Bechtel International Center Grounds On Saturday, May 8, Bechtel International Center at Stanford University will hold its annual International Festival from noon to 5:00 pm. A continuous program of international entertainment will be presented which will include music and dance from around the world. There will also be crafts and cultural displays, and international food for sale. The International Festival is free and open to the public. For more information, visit http://icenter.stanford.edu/festival/ or call (650)723-1831. Sponsored by the Bechtel I-Center =========================== Upcoming Classes & Programs =========================== THURSDAY APRIL 29 ----------------- 9:30am WALKING FOR FUN AND FITNESS! Join Nicola Crook at The Dish, uphill and down with views of the bay. Meet at the main gate (intersection of Stanford Ave.and Junipero Serra). Thursdays, starting Apr. 8, at 9:30 am. Contact: Nicola (nicacrook@hotmail.com). Be sure to send Nicola an email if you plan to join the group! 1:00- 2:15 SPANISH CONVERSATION with Claudia Yarto (Mexico). Thursdays, Apr. 8 to May. 27, 1 - 2:15 p.m., 8 sessions. 3:00-5:00 INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP International Photography Group. Share your passion for photography with other amateur photographers like you! Bring new ideas and learn some techniques. We'll meet alternate Thursdays, Apr. 8, 22, May 6, 20 and Jun.3. Bring some photos (any format). Contact: Mi Jiang (mij1979@hotmail.com) or Gisele(gisa_costa@hotmail.com). 4:00-5:00 CROSS STITCH Cross Stitch is a fun and relaxing needlecraft. Let ClaudiaYarto show you how -- all you need is time and a little patience. No experience necessary! Materials are free for the first class. Thu., 4 - 5 p.m., Apr. 8 to May. 27, 8 sessions.* 4:30-6:30 BEGINNING RUSSIAN LEVEL II Beginning Russian, Level 2, with Anna Novokhatskaya (Russia). Thu., Apr. 8 -May 27, 4:30 - 6 p.m., 8 sessions. --------------------------------------------------------- FRIDAY April 30 --------------- 10:00-12:00 FRIDAY COFFEE - CHILD CARE & SUMMER CAMPS This Friday at 11 a.m. Jennifer Casper of the WorkLife Center will share information on the many options for child care and summer programs for children. Join our regular Friday gathering of Stanford spouses and family members. Bring along a little snack ,fruits or juice to share, and enjoy drinks and conversation with other spouses of different nationalities. Everyone is welcome with or without children. Volunteers are always needed to help set up a couple of tables at 9:45am. Venue: Assembly Room Contact: gdukes@stanford.edu * On Friday May 7th we will have a Special Friday coffee as part of the International Festival starting that week. Everyone is encouraged to come in your country's traditional dress (if you have one), or wear colors representing your country, and bring a typical snack representing your country's cuisine to share. The International Chorus will give a performance of songs from various countries in different languages on that day. *International Playgroup Co-op. Join other parents to share child care and get some time-off! We're starting a playgroup co-op and an evening babysitting coop. Sign-up at the I-Center. Contact : Charlotte(acgiovan@sbcglobal.net) 12:45-2:00 PASTEL DRAWING Pastel Drawing. Joo Hee Han will give you lessons in a specific style and technique of pastel drawing. Everyone is welcome, including moms with tots! Fri.days, from 12:45 - 2 p.m. , Apr. 16 - May 28. 7 sessions.* 2:30-4:00 CAKE DECORATING Cake Decorating, with Claudia Perez-Maldonado, Fri., 2:30 - 4 p.m., April 23, 30, May 7 & 14 , Fri. 4 sessions/$30. 5:00-6:30 MIDDLE EASTERN BELLY DANCE Let Hala show you how to increase your fitness, flexibility, inner balance, and vitality while enjoying the harmonies and rhythms of eastern music. Fri., Apr. 16 - May 21, from 5:00 - 6:30 pm, 6 sessions/$30. ----------------------------------------------------- MONDAY May 3 --------------- 10:00-11:30 BEGINNING SPANISH II Beginning Spanish II, with Deborah Minguito Pantoja (Spain). Mon., Apr. 12 - May 24, 10 - 11:30 a.m., 7 sessions. Venue: Front Lounge 1:30-3:30 INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING Introduction to Drawing, with Edward Stanton, will expose you to a wide repertoire of traditional and nontraditional artist's materials, forms and styles. No experience necessary! Mon., 1 - 3 p.m., Apr. 12 - May 24, 7 sessions. Venue: Dining Room 3:00-5:00 BECHTEL INTERNATIONAL CHORUS International Chorus. Come and join this ongoing chorus at anytime to learn songs from around the world or teach a song from your country. Mondays, starting Apr. 5, 3 - 5:00 p.m. Contact: Buki (bukipapillon@yahoo.co.uk). Venue: Post Room 4:00-5:00 BEGINNING FRENCH II Beginning French II, with Catherine Dameron (France). Mondays, Apr. 5 - May 24, 8 sessions. Venue: English Room 4:30-6:00 RUSSIAN FOR ADVANCED STUDENTS Russian for Advanced Students, with Anna Novokhatskaya. Mondays, Apr.12 - May 24, 4:30 - 6 p.m., 7 sessions. Venue: Back Lounge 5:30-6:30 FRENCH CONVERSATION French Conversation, with Faustine Kurz and Catherine Dameron (France). Mon., Apr. 12 - May 24, 5 - 6 p.m. Venue: Post Room 6:45-10:00 ARGENTINE TANGO Argentine Tango. Learn to dance the Argentine Tango with Leslie Gordon. Monday, Apr. 5 - May 3, from 7 - 10 p.m. 5 sessions. Each night we offer 2 classes and a practice. Learn the fundamentals from 7:00 - 8:15, or join the intermediate class from 8:15 to 9:30 p.m. Open practice for all from 9:30 to 10 p.m. Venue: Assembly Room --------------------------------------------------------------- TUESDAY May 4 ---------------- 1:30-4:00 DRAWING AND WATERCOLOR This class has been cancelled, due to too few students. Sorry, we'll offer it again in Fall Quarter. 4:00-5:00 BEGINNING CHINESE II Beginning Chinese II (Mandarin), with Mi Jiang (China). Tue., Mar. 30 - Jun. 8, 11 sessions. Venue: Front Lounge 7:00-9:30 ESPERANTO LANGUAGE CONVERSATION CLASS Esperanto is a language introduced in 1887 by Dr. L.L. Zamenhof after years of development. He proposed Esperanto as a second language that would allow people who speak different native languages to communicate, yet at the same time retain their own languages and cultural identities.Esperanto is four times easier to learn than other languages. Worldwide, millions of people speak Esperanto. Contact: Stanford@esperanto.org Venue: Back lounge. No fee 7:30-9:00 BEGINNING PORTUGUESE with Ana Urban (Brazil). Tuesdays, Apr. 13 - May 25, 7:30 - 9 p.m., 7 sessions. Venue: English Room --------------------------------------------------------------- WEDNESDAY May 5 ------------------ 9:00am STANFORD SPORTY SPOUSES Stanford Sporty Spouses: Tennis. All levels are welcome, beginners to advanced! (Please note however that we don't have a coach, so can't offer lessons as such - sorry!). Anyway, come along to knock up, play a game and meet other sporty spouses! We meet every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at Escondido Village courts. Contact Bonamy Gauvain (bonamygauvain@hotmail.com) for more information and for email reminders. Venue: See above 4:00-5:00 READING GROUP Reading Group. Do you love to read? Join Harriet Bell in this informal new group. The group will jointly pick the books and your meeting dates! For more information, Contact: Harriet (harrietjobell@hotmail.com). Venue: Post Room ---------------------------------- UPCOMING CLASSES / EVENTS: ---------------------------------- A new International Movie series wil be shown at the I-Center on Tuesday evenings beginning on Tuesday May 4th (refreshments will be served). Watch this space for more details coming up next week! May 7. 1 :30 p.m. Can YOU help welcome new international families in your language for this fall? Come to the Planning Meeting for the Welcome for New International Families who will arrive in September 2004. Share what you have learned as you meet the newcomers. Sat May 8. 12:00-5:00 p.m. Annual I-Center International Festival Continuous entertainment from around the world under a big tent on the side lawn, food booths &cultural displays. Watch for special programs the preceding week. Sun May 9:00 a.m.-6 p.m. International l Pot-luck/Music Night , Sunday, Bring a dish of food to serve 8 to 10 people and enjoy tastes from around the world, followed by a musical performance! Everyone is welcome! Sponsored by CCIS. Wed May 12. 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday Tours:. San Francisco Highlights Visit the elegant Palace of the Legion of Honor Museum, overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, picnic by Stow Lake in Golden Gate Park and stroll through the Arboretum. Fee: $ 8 (museum admission) or $11 (w./ guided tour). Bring a picnic lunch. ---------------------------- ONGOING EVENTS ---------------------------- Professional Liaison for International Spouses. Meet a local personwith similar career interests. Application forms are in the I-Center lobby. For more information, contact Gwyn Dukes (gdukes@stanford.edu). The Resource Center for International Families provides information about on getting settled in the Stanford area and building your life here. Spouse volunteers are available to speak with you in many languages about continuing your education, volunteering, employment, recreation, & travel. Hours are posted in the lobby on the web site. Especially for Children .. 10:30- 12:00 The International Play Group meets on Mondays, between 10:30 am and noon at Rinconada Park, in Palo Alto. Everyone is welcome to join this informal group at any time throughout the year! Contact: Therese Gyger (328-7407) International Playgroup Co-op. Join other parents to share child care and get some time-off! We're starting a playgroup co-op and an evening babysitting co-op. Sign-up at the I-Center. Contact : Charlotte(acgiovan@sbcglobal.net) For more information, contact Gwyn Dukes at gdukes@stanford.edu Sponsored by the Bechtel International Center ------------------------------------------------------ How to Post Announcements to this Newsletter: This newsletter will go out on Thursdays each week before 5pm. Stanford-affiliated organizations can send announcements to evnewsletter@stanford.edu before 5pm on Wednesday the night before the newsletter goes out. Announcements sent later than 5pm on Wednesday will not make that Thursday's newsletter. ------------------------------------------------------ END EV NEWSLETTER 30, April 29, 2004