By Los Altos: 'To Be or Not To Be'
“To Be or Not To Be - the City of Los Altos” was the hot issue in Los Altos in 1950-52, which literally divided the town in half. Historical Commissioner Don McDonald will host a reenactment of the “Great Debate” scheduled 4 p.m., Sunday, at the Los Altos History Museum, 51 S. San Antonio Road (behind the library).
Los Altos residents Jim Thurber Jr., Ann Assarsson and John Reed will also present the program, including 1950s music and trivia. The Los Altos history exhibit will also be open.
LAH newcomers welcome to reception
Los Altos Hills residents are invited to a newcomer welcoming reception 3-5 p.m., Sunday, in the garden of Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Road. Newcomers to town who have become residents in the past two years received a special invitation to this reception. Others in town are invited to meet and welcome these newcomers.
Members of town committees will have tables at this reception with information on their committees’ activities. Refreshments will be served, hosted by the town. R.S.V.P. to Town Hall, 941-7222, so the Community Relations Committee, which is organizing the reception, can plan for the refreshments.
Genealogy classes for seniors
Family history and genealogy classes, sponsored by Los Altos-Mountain View Adult Education, will be offered at the Los Altos Community Center, 97 Hillview Ave.
The beginners class, scheduled 9-11:30 a.m., today, is designed for those who want to start tracing their family heritage.
The intermediate class, for those who already have the basic research skills and wish to continue researching their family heritage, is scheduled 12:30-3 p.m., tomorrow, at the community center.
For more information, call 940-1333.
Mentors needed for high school students
Partners for New Generations needs mentors. If you are interested in becoming a mentor to a local high school student who needs a responsive adult to be a guide, listener and friend, a training session is scheduled noon to 1:30 p.m., today, at the Mountain View-Los Altos Union High School District office, 1299 Bryant Ave., Mountain View.
For more information, call 949-0828, ext. 4.
Volunteers needed for Partners in Caring
The Stanford University Chaplaincy Office invites volunteers to provide practical and emotional support to community members who are homebound. Opportunities include friendly visiting, essential transportation, shopping and meal assistance. Training and ongoing education are required.
For more information, call 723-5101.
Volunteer open house at history museum
Los Altos History Museum members have scheduled a volunteer open house 6-7:30 p.m., Sept. 26, at the museum, 51 S. San Antonio Road to attract those interested in helping out. For more information, call Leslie Coe at 948-9427, ext. 7.
Group leaving for Syktyvkar
Join a group from Los Altos on a trip to the sister city of Syktyvkar, Russia, leaving Oct. 3 and returning Oct. 13. The group will be hosted in homes while in Syktyvkar. They will also spend a few days in St. Petersburg and Moscow.
For more information, call Dorothy Dickson at 941-3640 or e-mail dickson@ix.netcom.com.
Open space district holds fall events
Families eager to explore the outdoors together can participate in the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District’s “Family Fun” events.
Participants can engage in nature hikes, hands-on outdoor activities and trips to the Nature Center free of charge.
September events are “Insect Prowl” 10 a.m. to noon, Sept. 14, and “Nature Arts and Crafts” 10 a.m. to noon, Sept. 28.
It is recommended that participants dress in layers and carry water bottles. The Nature Center is near the intersection of Page Mill Road and Skyline Boulevard (Highway 35). For more information, logon to: www.openspace.org
Consumers urged to read water report
The California Water Service Company joins the Environmental Protection Agency in encouraging customers to review the annual water quality report enclosed with their June water bill.
The report provides detailed water quality information, results of water quality testing, a description of where a consumer’s water comes from, and answers to customers’ most frequently asked questions. Those who drink tap water whose bill goes to their landlord or homeowners association can call 917-0920 to request a copy of the report.
For more information, logon to www.calwater.com.
