Things to Know in Livermore This Week: May 6-11

Bicycle Tour Across the Himalayas

(Information via Livermore Library)

Armchair Travelers, a monthly program, will take place at the Livermore Civic Center Library on 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Join cyclist Dan Moore on a photographic revisit of his September 2004 bicycle trip to India with an international group of eleven riders. The tour started in Leh (11,500’) and crossed 6 passes over 13,000’ on the way to Manali, covering over 400 miles in eleven days. This part of India is rarely visited by standard tours. The US riders conducted a physiological study of adaptation by young and old to high altitude exercise as an Explorers Club official outing.

Adults are invited to this free program on the second Thursday of each month in the Community Meeting Rooms of the Civic Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. For additional information please call 925-373-5500 or visit the library's website.

Chamber Events

Hispanic Business Council Meeting will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Livermore Valley Chamber conference room and a ribbon-cutting to welcome Full Circle Interior Solutions to the area will be held from 12 to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, also at the chamber. For further details, visit the chamber's website.

Judy Collins

(Information via Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center)

Since her beloved renditions of “Both Sides Now” and “Send in the Clowns” soared to the top of the charts in the 1960s, Grammy Award-winning singer songwriter Judy Collins has been considered one of the most iconic voices in folk music. With clear, pure notes and a radiant sound, her voice exudes a warmth that draws listeners close and adds depth and meaning to her thoughtful ballads and storytelling songs. After more than 40 albums and numerous appearances worldwide, Collins still makes every performance special with songs that speak straight from her heart to the hearts of her listeners.

In addition, you’ll experience this legendary performance partnered with an all-inclusive gala party. Indulge in world-class wine, champagne and sumptuous desserts, plus tea and coffee service during a festive reception in the theater lobby immediately following the concert.

Collins is scheduled to perform at 8 p.m. Friday at the Bankhead Theater in downtown Livermore. For further details and to purchase tickets, view the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center's website.

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