Community Calendar

ONGOINGINow through May 30

Hayward Arts Council presents the "Unusual Connections" Group 95 exhibit from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at the John O'Lague Gallery in the City Hall Rotunda, 777 B St., in Hayward. The exhibit showcases the works of an eclectic group of California artists. For more information, call 510-538-ARTS (2787).

ONGOINGINow through May 31

Eden Medical Center Auxiliary is accepting applications for its annual health care scholarship. Applications are available in the lobby of the medical center, 20103 Lake Chabot Road, in Castro Valley. For eligibility requirements or other information, call 510-889-5080.

ONGOINGIMay 15 through June 13

Sun Gallery will host two shows. The first is "Primordial Visions," a photographic portfolio by Howard Pugh. The second is "Totems," a ceramic exhibit by Leonore Brest. The gallery is located at 1015 E St., in Hayward. For more information, call 510-581-4050.

ONGOINGIToday through July 26

Hayward Arts Council will host its Spring Members Show at the Green Shutter Gallery, 22654 Main St., in Hayward. The gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. For more information, call 510-537-2787

SATURDAYIMay

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center will conduct a nature excursion called "Edible Plants of the Marsh" from 1 to 4 p.m. The center is at 1901 Breakwater Ave, in Hayward. This program will teach you to spice up your life as you sample anise, mustard, fennel and other spices. The excursion is open to adults only and advanced registration is required. The cost for registration is $15 per person. For more information, call 510-881-6747, ext. 442093.

San Leandro Library's Project Literacy will conduct new tutor orientation at 11 a.m. at 300 Estudillo Ave., in San Leandro. Project Literacy is a nonprofit organization that provides free tutoring and support for adults who want to improve their reading and writing skills. For more information, call 510-577-3944.

St. John's Catholic School will host a car show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 270 E. Lewelling Blvd., in San Lorenzo. There is no cost for spectators. The cost for entrants is $20 for pre-entry or $30 at the gate. There will be music, prizes and a snack bar. All proceeds will benefit the school. For more information, call 510-733-2505.

TUESDAYIMay 20

Hayward Public Library presents "The Truth About Having Incredible Health and Function" at the Weekes Branch Library, 27300 Patrick Ave., in Hayward. This lecture will help to define stresses that may wear you down, and help you manage them to improve your health and well-being. For more information, call 510-782-2155.

ONGOING

AARP No. 562, the southern Alameda County chapter, meets the third Wednesday of every month at the Weekes Park Branch of the Hayward Public Library, 27300 Patrick Ave., in Hayward. Doors open at 11 a.m. and the meeting begins at 12:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Call 510-537-1544.

A Cut Above Toastmasters Club meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first and third Mondays of every month at Christ Community Church, 25927 Kay Ave., in Hayward. Meetings are open to anyone interested in improving communication and leadership skills. Call 510-351-1244.

Adult Bereavement Group meets Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Eden Medical Center, 20103 Lake Chabot Road, in Castro Valley. The group is for those who have lost loved ones to cancer by addressing the issues of grief and loss. For more information, call 510-450-8867.

Alameda County Veterans Affairs Commission meets at 10 a.m. the second Monday of each month at the Alameda County Social Services Building, 26100 Amador St., in Hayward. Refreshments are served, and all veterans are welcome. Call 510-208-7630 or 510-521-8302.

Al-Anon meets every Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at United Methodist Church of Castro Valley, 19806 Wisteria St. (between Somerset and Castro Valley Boulevard) in Castro Valley. Call 510-276-2270.

Al-Anon® also meets every Thursday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 100 Hacienda Ave., in San Lorenzo. Call 510-537-8472.

Ashland Little League Bingo at Carpenters Hall, 1050 Mattox Road, in Hayward, begins at 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday. Have some fun and support the youth of the community. Call 510-853-4422 or 510-351-9295.

Ashland Senior Satellite Group meets from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Tuesday at the Ashland Community Center, 1530 167th Ave., in San Leandro. Call 510-881-6766.

Ballroom Dance Classes for seniors are held every Tuesday at 7 and 8 p.m. at the Hayward Area Senior Center, 22325 N. Third St., in Hayward. The classes include fox trot, swing, waltz, rhumba and tango dancing. Call 510-881-6766.

Barbershop Singers Learn to sing great harmony in the barbershop style at 7:15 p.m. each Thursday in Room 1232 at Chabot College, 25555 Hesperian Blvd., in Hayward. No experience necessary. Call 510-581-3725.

Bayanihan Cultural Organization, a Hayward-based group founded to preserve and promote the Philippine cultural heritage and to showcase the talents of Filipino performing artists, holds dance and performing arts rehearsals at 2 p.m. each Saturday. Call 510-783-2852 or 510-543-1053.

Bayfair Toastmasters meets every Tuesday from 12 to 1:15 p.m. The group meets at La Bella Italia Restaurant, 15015 E. 14th St., in San Leandro. Toastmasters is a place to come together and help each other give better presentations of ideas. For more information, call 510-538-6025 or 510-588-7488.

Body Strengthening Classes for older adults are from 8:45 to 10:15 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in Room C of Southland Mall, One Southland Mall, in Hayward. Call 510-293-8595, ext. 5425.

Boys and Girls Clubs throughout California are running a car campaign to help support their program. If you would like to donate your vehicle, contact the Boys and Girls Clubs at 800-246-0493.

Breast Cancer Support Group meets Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. At Eden Medical Center, 20103 Lake Chabot Road, in Castro Valley. The group is for women diagnosed with breast cancer and deals with issues such as treatments, changes in self-image and the impact on loved ones as well as work life. For more information, call 510-898-0548.

Brush Up Your Shakespeare and Cultural Literacy is a class presenting the bard's plays on video from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Kenneth Aitken Senior Center, 17800 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. Cost is $5 per semester for seniors age 50 and above. Call 510-886-1000 to register.

California Highway Patrol is seeking volunteers for the Senior Volunteer Program. Volunteers must be at least 55 years old, and have clean driving and criminal history records. Assignments will include a variety of administration tasks. For more information, call 510-489-1500. Castro Valley LeTip meets each Thursday at 7:16 a.m. The meetings take place at Baker's Square, 3360 Castro Valley Blvd., in Castro Valley. For more information, call 510-581-6411.

Castro Valley Library's Homework Assistance Center is offering assistance to school-aged students. This free service is offered by high school students from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays at the library, 20055 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. For more information, call 510-670-6280.

Castro Valley Moose Lodge hosts Bingo from 1 to 4 p.m. ever Sunday at the lodge, 20835 Rutledge Road, in Castro Valley. For more information, call 510-537-0830.

Castro Valley Mothers Club meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Castro Valley Adult School, 4430 Alma Ave., in Castro Valley. The club provides a supportive community to mothers of young children and to expectant mothers. Call 510-475-6864.

Castro Valley Schools music programs are looking for donated musical instruments, such as tambourines, hand drums, maracas, castanets, triangles, gongs, violins, trumpets, clarinets, flutes and drums. Call Nanette at 510-582-0829.

Castro Valley Senior Bridge Group is organizing some veteran bridge buffs to come and play duplicate Bridge games beginning at 11:30 a.m. every Friday at Kenneth Aitken Community Center, 1780 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. The games run for about three hours. Players are requested to bring their own partners and arrive 15 minutes before game time. No reservations are required. Call 510-881-6738.

Castro Valley Toastmasters Club No. 961 meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. each Tuesday at Baywood Court, 21966 Dolores St. Learn public speaking in a warm and friendly atmosphere. For more information or directions, call Laura Tonella at 925-648-3529 or Ed Carrasco at 510-886-4563.

Celebrate Recovery meets Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at Creekside Church in San Leandro. The church is at 951 MacArthur Blvd. in San Leandro. The program has helped 300 people in the Bay Area overcome life's issues, destructive behaviors, pain and brokenness. For more information, call 510-430-0607.

Chess Club meets from 1 to 5 p.m. Mondays and Fridays at the Hayward Senior Center, 22325 N. Third St. Call 510-881-6766.

Clases De Ingles/English Classes cada jueves de 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. en el Centro Comunitario de Ashland, 1530 167th Ave., en San Leandro. Llamenos a 510-317-4289 si tiene preguntas.

Chabot College Children's Center, 25555 Hesperian Blvd., in Hayward, offers a Child Nutrition Program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Children ages 5 and younger enrolled in the program will be served free meals between 7:30 a.m. and 10 p.m. Monday through Friday. Eligibility will be determined based on family information. Call 510-723-7222.

Community Resources for Independent Living is looking for personal assistants for specific needs. Community Resources for Independent Living, 439 A St., in Hayward, serves people who need help with cooking, feeding, cleaning, laundry, medical appointments and shopping. Call 510-881-5743.

Creekside Community Church proudly presents Celebrate Recovery at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at the church, 951 MacArthur Blvd., in San Leandro. Celebrate Recovery explores how God can get us through the tough times, while discovering friendship, support and encouragement. The meetings and child care are free. For more information, call Bob at 510-430-0607.

East Bay Cancer Support Group Inc. meets on Thursdays at Faith Lutheran Church, 20080 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. The meetings are open to cancer patients, caregivers and the bereaved. For more information, call 510-889-8766 or visit www.ebcancersupport.org.

Eden Medical Center Birthing Center hosts pregnancy forums at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of every month at the hospital, 20103 Lake Chabot Road, in Castro Valley. Topics range from pre-conception to baby-proofing your home to infant CPR. For more information, call 510-727-2720.

Eden Medical Center and Sutter VNA Hospice are conducting grief support groups at 2 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at the hospital, 20103 Lake Chabot Road, in Castro Valley. Compassionate facilitators will help in a wide variety of areas, including identifying "normal'' grieving and understanding the grieving process. For more information, call 510-889-5078.

Eden Medical Center hosts a breast feeding support group from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays. For more information, call 510-889-5045. Eden Singles Club meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Eden United Church of Christ, 21455 Birch St., in Hayward. The club invites you to join in their exciting activities and trips. For more information, call 510-276-1164 or 510-581-7742.

Effective Parenting classes are offered from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays at Hayward Adult School, Sunset Campus, 22100 Princeton Ave., in Hayward. It is a continuous court-approved course. Enroll anytime. Call 510-293-8599.

Enroll in senior classes at the Hayward Adult School. Morning, afternoon and evening classes include Spanish and French, music, arts and crafts, computer instruction, physical fitness — including yoga and tai chi — sewing, quilting and more. Most classes are free to seniors age 55 and above. Call 510-293-8595, ext. 5423.

Fabulous Fifties Singles Club meets at 6 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month. Meetings are open to everyone age 40 and older. For more information, call 510-538-8809.

Fit Walking at the Southland Mall, offered by the Hayward Adult School, is held at 7 a.m. weekdays at Southland Mall, One Southland Mall, in Hayward. This session is part of the school's classes for seniors ages 55 and older. Call 510-293-8595.

Fifty-Plus Fitness Association of Castro Valley holds monthly walks on the first, second and fourth Sundays of each month. There is no charge, and you don't have to be a member of Fifty-Plus Fitness Association to attend. The group meets at 8 a.m., and walks begin at 8:15 a.m. rain or shine at Lake Chabot Park, Eastshore Trail. Wear good running or walking shoes. All levels of ability are welcome. Call Eleanor at 510-582-9568 or Ursula at 510-795-7928.

Foster Parent Information Classes are offered to singles and couples to provide information about reimbursement, training and support. Classes are held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month (with the exception of January _ class will be held the second Thursday that month) in Room D3 of Neighborhood Church, 20600 John Drive, in Castro Valley. Contact Hosanna Homes Family Agency to register at 510-538-8117, ext. 110.

Happy Go Lucky Club meets weekends at various places in and around Hayward. Single people ages 40-75 who are tired of staying home or going places alone are invited to the Happy Go Lucky Club. For more information, contact Ruby at 510-530-4483.

HARD offers hot lunches for senior adults age 60 years or older at noon Mondays and Wednesdays at the Kenneth C. Aitken Senior Center, 17800 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. Tickets are $3.50. Call 510-881-6738.

Hawaiian Hula Dance Class is offered from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Thursdays at the Kenneth C. Aitken Senior and Community Center, 17800 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. The fee is $3 per class. Call 510-881-6738 for information.

Hayward Adult School and the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District invite the public to join the Older Adult Sewing Class from 1 to 4 p.m. every Tuesday at 22325 N. Third St., in Hayward. The fee is $10 per quarter. Classes are not limited to seniors if space is available. Call Janet at 510-293-8595, ext. 5425.

Hayward Area Recreation and Park District hosts grief-support workshops from 2:30 to 4 p.m. the first and third Fridays of each month at the Hayward Area Senior Center, 22325 N. Third St., in Hayward. The meetings are free and all are welcome to attend this nondenominational group. For more information, call 510-881-6766.

Hayward Area Senior Center, 22325 N. Third St., in Hayward, is offering hot lunches for mature adults and their family and friends, at noon every Tuesday and Thursday at the center. Tickets are $3.50 per person and can be purchased before noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For more information, call 510-881-6766.

Hayward Lions Club meets on the first and third Wednesdays each month. The group meets at La Hacienda Steak House, 24261 Mission Blvd., in Hayward. For more information visit www.haywardlionsclub.org. Hayward Senior Bridge Group is hosting duplicate Bridge games beginning at noon every Wednesday at the Hayward Area Senior Center, 22325 N. Third St., in Hayward. The games last about three hours. No reservations are necessary, but be sure to bring a partner and arrive at least 15 minutes before the game starts. Call HARD at 510-881-6766.

Hayward Storytellers meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at the Hayward Arts Council, 22654 Main St., in Hayward. If you love to tell stories and hear stories, visit these free, open meetings. Call Lloyd at 510-782-3123.

Hayward Toastmasters Club meets from noon to 1 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of each month at 301 Turner Court. This is an amazing setting to help people curb their fear of public speaking, and make some new friends in the process. Go to www.toastmasters.org/about.asp.

Hispanos De Ashland: ADELANTE will hold a class for English as a second language from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday at the Ashland Community Center, 1530 167th Ave., in Ashland. The class is free. Child care is provided. Co-sponsored by Hayward Area Recreation and Park District and the San Lorenzo Adult School. Call 510-247-8215 or e-mail davidcotahorizonservices.org.

I.C.R.I. Family Day Care Support Network announces the sponsorship of the Child Care Food Program. Licensed family day care providers will receive meal reimbursements for nutritious meals served to children. Free workshops on child nutrition are offered. Call 510-532-0102.

Income Tax Assistance for seniors will be offered for free by the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District's Senior Centers. Volunteers needed to be trained. Call Daniela Keiffer at 510-881-6742.

Kenneth Aitken Senior and Community Center hosts a Welcome and Get Acquainted Morning on the first Monday of each month at 17800 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. A film about the center will be shown and tours of the facility will be given. Refreshments will be served and newcomers will receive a welcome gift bag. For more information, call 510-881-6738.

Kenneth Aitken Senior and Community Center hosts several weekly activities at 17800 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. For more information, call 510-881-6738.

Kennedy Park rides and attractions are open on weekends and most holidays at 19501 Hesperian Blvd., in Hayward. Pony ride tickets cost $1.50; all other attractions are $1.25 per person, including the train ride, carousel, Castle Bounce and petting zoo. For more information, call 510-670-7275.

The Lavender Seniors of the East Bay invite lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgendered people over the age of 55 living in San Leandro, Hayward, San Lorenzo and Castro Valley to a potluck. The event is held on the second Saturday of each month. Call 510-667-9655.

Live Music at The Bistro, 1001 B St., in Hayward, begins at 8:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 5:30 p.m. Sundays. There is never a cover charge. Call 510-886-8525.

Low Vision Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month from 1 to 2 p.m. The group meets at Baywood Ct Retirement Community, 21966 Dolores St., in Castro Valley. For more information call 510-247-0470.

Marina Community Center, 15301 Wicks Blvd., in San Leandro, hosts the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program's free individual counseling sessions from 1 to 4 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Call 510-839-0393. The Senior Sunday group also meets at the center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each Sunday. Enjoy conversations, refreshments, Bingo, cards and singalongs for an admission fee of $1. Game Time takes place each Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon. Admission is $1. Call 510-577-3462.

Mended Hearts Heart Condition Support Group meets at 1 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month except July. The meetings take place in conference room C at Kaiser Hayward, 27400 Hesperian Blvd, in Hayward. For more information, call 510-357-6207.

Mercy Brown Bag Program for seniors over 60 is held from 9 to 10 a.m. the second and fourth Mondays of every month at Ashland Community Center, 1530 167th Ave., in San Leandro. A grocery bag of nutritional food will be distributed to registered low-income seniors. Registration already has begun. Bring identification, sources of income and a voluntary donation of $10. Anyone unable to donate will not be turned away. Call 510-881-6755.

Moms and Tots, a monthly support group for mothers of infants to preschoolers, meets from 9:45 to 11:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month, October through May, at Fairhaven Bible Chapel, 401 MacArthur Blvd., in San Leandro. Call 510-278-0225 or visit www.FBC-sl.org.

Mom's Connection, life and parenting skills class, meets from 9:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Fridays at First Baptist Church, 18550 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. Child care is available. For more information, call 510-582-0515.

Music Parents Society of Castro Valley Schools meets the second Thursday of each month. To become a member, send $15 to Membership Chairperson, Music Parents Society, P.O. Box 2146, Castro Valley, 94546. Call 510-537-3335, ext. 1926, or go to MusicParents@Dellmail.com.

NARFE, the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, meets at 11:30 a.m. every fourth Thursday of the month at the El Rancho Steak House, 24052 Mission Blvd., in Hayward, next door to the St. Regis Retirement Center. Call Larry Picetti at 510-886-1461.

Native Daughters of the Golden Wes Parlor No. 122 meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at the Veterans Memorial Building, 22737 Main St., in Hayward. For more information, call Delores Ferenz at 510-651-7717.

Pack/Troop 819 is looking for new members — boys and their parents _ ages 6 and above. Meetings are at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at the Mt. Eden Presbyterian Church Hall, 26236 Adrian Ave., in Hayward. Call Tom Conti at 510-582-9630. Palma Ceia Baptist Church Basic Blessings Program offers free food and clothing to families in need. Basic Blessings is a family ministry to serve the physical and spiritual needs of youths, young adults, men and women. The church is located at 28605 Ruus Road, in Hayward. For more information, call 510-786-2866.

Parent and Preschooler classes run Mondays through Saturdays at the Hayward Adult School Laurel Center, 2652 Vergil Court, in Castro Valley. For more information, call 510-293-8599.

Parents Without Partners, Hayward Chapter 53, has an open to the public dance from 8 p.m. to midnight the first Saturday of each month at the Hill and Valley Club, 1808 B St., in Hayward. Admission is $8 for members, $12 for nonmembers. Call 510-357-1768.

Print-Making Class at the Hayward Area Senior Center, 22325 N. Third St., in Hayward, will be from 9:30 a.m. to noon each Tuesday. This class is free. Call the Hayward Adult School at 510-293-8595 or the Hayward Area Senior Center at 510-881-6766.

San Leandro Art Association meets at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month, except July, at the San Leandro Community Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., in San Leandro. Call 510-632-5266.

San Leandro Chapter of LeTip International, a business leader and exchange organization, invites professionals to its weekly business exchange breakfast at 7:16 a.m. every Thursday at the Englander Restaurant, 101 Parrot St., in San Leandro. Breakfast complimentary on your first visit. For more information, call 510-909-6582 or visit www.sanleandroletip.com.

San Leandro Garden Club meets the third Tuesday of each month at the Alta Mira Club, 561 Lafayette Ave., in San Leandro. There is a plant sale at 9:30 a.m., and a meeting at 10 a.m. followed by a program at 11 a.m. All are welcome. Call 510-483-8156.

San Leandro Hospital Education Center holds a Lupus Fibromyalgia support group at 6:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month in the hospital's education center, 13855 E. 14th St., in San Leandro. For more information, call Joanne at 510-276-7643.

San Leandro Senior Program presents "It's Game Time'' from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at 15301 Wicks Blvd., in San Leandro. Donation is $1. Call 510-577-3462.

San Lorenzo Garden Club meets at 1 p.m. the first Monday of the month at Christ Lutheran Church, 100 Hacienda Ave., in San Lorenzo. All are invited to the meetings for flowers and refreshments. For more information, call 510-278-2405 or 510-784-1038. Senior Bridge Games are held at 10 a.m. each Wednesday and Friday at Holy Cross Episcopal Church, 19179 Center St. (at Heyer Avenue), in Castro Valley. Bring your partner; if you need a partner, one will be found for you. There also are ongoing lessons, and cost is minimal. Refreshments are available at no cost. Those who come for the first time will find a friendly and sociable atmosphere where all are welcome. Call Gladys Asbach at 510-886-6074.

Senior Dinner is offered from 4 to 5 p.m. every Thursday at Eden Medical Center, 20103 Lake Chabot Road, in Castro Valley. Enjoy a balanced meal and social connections for $5. Call 510-537-1234.

Senior Sing-Along of '40s songs and show tunes will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays at the Kenneth C. Aitken Senior Center, 17800 Redwood Road, in Castro Valley. The drop-in fee is $1. Call 510-881-6738.

Senior Swingers, sponsored by the city of San Leandro's Recreation and Human Services Department, meets from 1 to 4 p.m. each Wednesday at Odd Fellows Hall, 1349 Hays St., in San Leandro. Make new friends while dancing the waltz, foxtrot, rhumba and tango. Admission is $2, which includes refreshments and door prizes. Call 510-577-3462.

Skillful Parenting classes are offered from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at San Leandro Adult School, 2255 Bancroft Ave., in San Leandro. It is a continuous court-approved course. Enroll anytime. Call 510-667-6087. Soroptimist International of the East Bay meets from 5:00 to 8 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at the Englander, 101 Parrot St., in San Leandro. The group focuses on improving the lives of women and girls. For more information, call 510-889-9981.

South Alameda County Peace and Justice Coalition presents ongoing roundtable discussions twice a month at the Hayward Weekes Branch Library, 27300 Patrick Ave., in Hayward. The topics cover how to counter government policies and actions that get in the way of civil liberties and the Constitution. Call 510-538-0209.

South Hayward Senior Center offers people a chance to socialize from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday at St. Clement's Hall, Calhoun Street near Mission Boulevard, in Hayward. Gentle exercises offered from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Hot lunches served. A $3 donation is requested. Call Sheila McClellan at 510-886-6923.

Square Dance Lessons will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays at 1074 B St., in Hayward. Couples only. Call 510-582-1847 or 510-581-5228.

St. Rose Hospital holds blood pressure clinics from 9 to 11 a.m. the last Friday of each month at 27200 Calaroga Ave., in Hayward. No registration is required. For more information, call 510-264-4044.

Unity Church of Castro Valley presents ``Let's Lighten Up'' at 6:30 p.m. Mondays. "Let's Lighten Up'' is a spiritual weight-loss support group. Unity Church of Castro Valley is located at 20121 Santa Maria Ave., in Castro Valley. For more information, call 510-538-1416.

The Village Singers invite interested female singers to join their chorus. Rehearsals are from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays at First Presbyterian Church, 180 Estudillo Ave., in San Leandro. Call 510-276-8792. Walk Clubs, hosted by the United Seniors of Oakland and Alameda County, will begin walk clubs at 9 a.m. every Saturday at a residence, 21966 Dolores St., in Castro Valley. Also, walks begin at noon every Wednesday at the Ashland Community Center, 1530 167th Ave., in Ashland, and at 9 a.m. every Thursday in the parking lot of Meek Estate Park, Boston Street and Hampton Road, in Cherryland. Call 510-729-0852.

Walk and hike with the Hayward Adult School from 9 to 11 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at Garin Regional Park, Garin Avenue and Mission Boulevard, in Hayward. Walking and easy to moderate hiking. Free to seniors age 55 and above. Call 510-293-8595, ext. 5425.

Yuan Chih Dance, a class teaching Chinese aerobics, is offered from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Hayward Area Senior Center, 22325 N. Third St., in Hayward. There is a $1 drop-in fee. Call 510-881-6766.

Youth Activities Zone (Y.A.Z.), sponsored by the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, is a free drop-in recreation program for youths and teens in grades 1-8. Students will enhance personal and social skills, learn responsibility and leadership, and promote individual self-esteem. Proof of grade level may be required. Y.A.Z. programs are located at the Ashland Community Center, 1530 167th Ave., in San Leandro, and at the Southgate Community Center, 26780 Chiplay, in Hayward. Call 510-317-2302.

Community Calendar items can be faxed to 510-293-2490, mailed to 22533 Foothill Blvd., Hayward, 94541, or e-mailed to aflores@bayareanewsgroup.com. Questions? Call 510-293-2464.