Organization: The Tech Museum of Innovation [More Info]Volunteers Needed: 40Estimated Time: 8 hours per MonthLocation: 201 Market StreetSan Jose, CA 95113Great For: 55 Inspire the Next Generation of Silicon Valley Innovators: Volunteer at The Tech Museum The Tech Museum of Innovation has open shifts on weekdays for volunteer Exhibit Explainers who have a strong interest in science and technology. Exhibit Explainers interact with museum guests of all ages by assisting guests to explore exhibits and sharing their knowledge of the science/technology beind the exhibit. They may also perform interactive science and technology demonstrations. Volunteering at The Tech has its benefits. The Tech offers free admission, store and cafe discounts and free parking to its volunteers. it also provides ongoing training and workshops in exhibits, technology and customer service. Tech volunteers receive awards, recognition and gain professional experience while giving back to the community. A science/technology background is helpful but not required to become a Tech volunteer as full training is provided. The Tech's volunteer staff is quite diverse and includes business people, senior citizens, teachers, students, parents and more. For additional information about becoming a Tech volunteer call (408) 795-6205 or email sgarcia@thetech.orgSkills:Interest in science and technology. Good communication skills with the ability to communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds.

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Organization: Clyde L. Fischer Middle School [More Info]Volunteers Needed: 56Estimated Time: 2 hours per WeekLocation: 1720 Hopkins DrSan Jose, CA 95122Great For: Kids, Teens, 55 , Groups WE NEED YOU! for schoool year 2007-2008. (September 2007 to June 2008) We are looking for tutors for our middle school's AVID cohorts (6-8). AVID stands for Advancement via Individual Determination. It's a program to help youth reach their potential of going to college by teaching them studying and organization skills. You don't need to know the subject matter. You don't need to have any experience. But when working with children, patience is required. You will be trained to tutor using AVID methodology. We need volunteer tutors during school hours, 8:30 - 2:45, (especially on Tuesday and Thursday). Since we have multiple classes, you can tutor at almost any hour of the school day. We need tutors who are willing and able to commit to at least 2 hours per week (1 hour on Tuesday and 1 hour on Thursday) for at least 1 semester. However, it is best if you can commit for the whole year since the students will get used to having you in the class. REQUIREMENTS FOR BEING A TUTOR: * Able to commit for 2 hours a week * Willing to teach and willing to learn * Pass fingerprinting and TB test * Attend tutor trainings ((9/15/07 and 2/2/08)) Our school is located in San Jose, CA 95122. Please let me know what period(s) you are available. http://www.arusd.org/schools/Fischer/FischBellSchedule.html If you have any questions, please email me. Thank you! Vivian Skills: REQUIREMENTS FOR BEING A TUTOR: * Able to commit for 2 hours a week * Willing to teach and willing to learn * Pass fingerprinting and TB test * Attend tutor trainings ((9/15/07 and 2/2/08)) Recommendation: * College students/college graduates However, everyone is welcomed.

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San José State University Police Department will be hosting another CERT Training over Spring Break on Mar. 24th, 25th, and 26th from 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. on the first two days and 0900-1400 on the last day totaling at least 20 hours of training. For more information on CERT or the CERT program. CERT Training is free for all students, staff and faculty.When you complete all the components of the course, you will receive a certificate and equipment (for you to keep even when you leave SJSU).Schedule of Classes:Monday, March 24th Introduction to CERT Emergency Preparedness Team Building CERT Organization Scene Size Up Fire Suppression Lifts and CarriesTuesday, March 25th Disaster Psychology Disaster Medical Operations I & II Evacu-Trac OperationsWednesday, March 26th Terrorism Search and Rescue Final Scenario Exercise/GraduationIf you are making up a section because of an incomplete, please show up to the training on the designated date. Dress code: whatever you are comfortable wearing. Please meet in the lobby! There will be signage to direct you. If you have not signed up yet, we welcome walk-ins, but I much prefer to have a list of approximately how many people so I can prepare the copies/handouts. Contact me to sign up!Start Date/Time:03/24/2008 08:30 AMEnd Date/Time:03/26/2008 04:00 PMLocation:UPD 214Contact: Spencer WongEmail: Spencer.Wong@sjsu.eduMore Info: 408-924-2230Price: Free

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"Going Global" NxLeveL Guide to International Trade is a 12- session course designed for students who have an interest in starting or growing an export or import business. The course materials are designed to assist the international entrepreneur in developing a comprehensive marketing plan. NxLevel has a professional team of experts in international trade who teach this course and/or train local instructors. - What it takes to succeed in international trade - How to conduct market research in foreign countries - How globalization affects your business - How to choose and work with intermediaries - How to comply with international standards & regulations - An understanding of global supply chain issues - Financing options for international trade - The art of cross-cultural negotiations - Trends in e-commerce Mondays, 5:30am-8:30am Mar 3 - Basics of International Trade Mar 10 - Getting Started Mar 17 - International Marketing Plan Mar 24 - Supply Chain Management Mar 31 - E-Commerce Apr 7 - Legal Issues, Taxes & Recordkeeping Apr 14 - International Organizations & Trading Blocks Apr 21 - Export and Import Operations Apr 28 - International Payment & Finance May 5 - Win-Win Negotiations May 12 - Managing Your Business May 19 - Graduation Presented by the San Jose Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Fee: $250.00 for the entire series. Meets for 12 sessions on Monday mornings. For a valid registration, call GSJHCC at 408-494-0296.

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NxLeveL for Existing Businesses also referred to as the "Entrepreneur Course" is a 12-session course designed for entrepreneurs who want to expand an existing business and need the skills to make it grow. It's been proven that the entrepreneur who plans is the entrepreneur who succeeds. For this reason, participants develop a comprehensive business plan during the course to act as the road map for future growth. - How & when to start business planning - How to organize & better manage their business - How to identify opportunities & market their business - How to understand & get the business' financials in order - How & where to get funding for their business - How to write a detailed business plan - Networking with other entrepreneurs Wednesdays, 5:30am-8:30am Mar 5-Introduction, Overview & Entrepreneurship Mar 12-Planning & Research: Entrepreneurial Essentials Mar 19-Organizational Matters: Management & Legal Structure Mar 26-Marketing  Behind the Scenes: Analysis & Understanding Apr 2-Marketing  On Stage: Strategies, Tactics & Implementation Apr 9-Financial Overview: Books, Records & Controls Apr 16-Managing Your Money: Financial Planning, Budgets & Assumptions Apr 23-Managing Your Money: Developing & Using Cash Flow Projections Apr 30-Understanding & Using Your Financials May 7-Financing Your Business: Alternative Sources of Money May 14-The Deal making Process: Negotiating in the Real World May 21-Your Business Future: Managing Growth & Plan Completion Presented by the Greater San Jose Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Fee: $250.00 for the entire series. Meets for 12 sessions on Wednesday mornings. For a valid registration, call GSJHCC at 408-494-0296.

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Phone: (408) 293-7574 Email: info@grapevine-wg.com Come on by on Tuesday nights and nosh on our euro-style bar food.Chips, spreads, cheeses, olives, crostini & other tasty, fun kitchen experiments that you pick up with pointy sticks (or just use your fingers).Noshies are complimentary with your drink purchase. Our full wine by the glass/ flight menu will be available for your sipping pleasure. No need for reservations, just drop in to check it out.

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Come and experience the new ArtWalk in Downtown Campbell every third Friday of the month, starting in September, the next Artwalk is on October 19th. Be sure to stop by, visit with the artists, and view their exciting new work. Featuring several galleries and studios, Downtown Campbell is the place for art lovers to be! Artists and Galleries include: The Art Beat, Galeri Boheme, Heartworks Studio, Mary Medrano Gallery, Sonya Paz Gallery, Terra Polaris Gallery, Debbie Marie Gallery, Stone Griffin Gallery, Mawauzo Gallery and Orapa Gallery of wearable Art. Location: E. Campbell Avenue, Campbell

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The Space Between brings together minimal, op art (optical art) and geometric abstract works that explore the very process of looking. By pausing in the 'space between' sight and mind, visitors will find that the non-representational works will delight, disrupt, and disorient their visual perceptions. The ICA will host an opening reception for The Space Between on Friday, February 1, from 6 - 8 pm. The exhibiting artists in The Space Between include Freddy Chandra, Brent Hallard, Linn Meyers, Mel Prest, Gay Outlaw, and Nancy White. While the work ranges in media (painting, drawing, sculpture, and new media), each artist pays close attention to the subtle and obvious qualities of the visual experience. For instance, the colorful hand-painted lines in Mel Prest's paintings seem to vibrate upon prolonged observation, compelling the eye to refocus its gaze while exploring the content of the paintings. In similar fashion, a palpable pulse emerges from Linn Meyers' large scale wall drawings. Meyers methodically draws lines and dots to produce swirling optical fields. Using the precision of geometric forms, Nancy White creates intimate amplifications of light and color. On hand-pigmented paper, triangles seemingly dissolve and reappear in space. What emerges is an area of visual activity where the distinction between what is painted and what they eye construes is elusive. Freddy Chandra's site-specific installations examine the fleeting experiences that take place on the periphery of our visual world. The surfaces of Gay Outlaw's minimal sculptures shift and undulate to disrupt the visual senses. The artist utilizes simple forms to create visually complex rhythms of pattern, color, light and shadow. The Space Between is sponsored in part by a generous gift from the Myra Reinhard Family Foundation.

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