Things to Know in Pleasanton This Week: April 22-27

Dog Play Time

The Dog School is hosting a drop in play group beginning 10 a.m. Wednesday for small dogs and puppies under 25 pounds. This is a safe place for your small dog to socialize with other dogs under supervision. Dogs should get along well with other dogs. New dogs will be evaluated to determine if they are a good match for the group. If your dog is shy or fearful, please contact Christine prior to your drop in so we can have a safe place set up for your dog in advance. We can let you know if the group will be beneficial for your dog. Proof of DHPP and Rabies vaccines required. Puppies under 16 weeks need at least two DHPP vaccines. Play groups last 45 minutes and cost $10 per session. A discount card is also available for $32 for four sessions. For further details visit The Dog School's website.

Sciatica Pain Classes

A free lunchtime class on the cause and ways to reduce pain and discomfort associated with Sciatica will be held Thursday at Physical Therapy Specialties, 3908 Valley Avenue. Physical therapists will show ways to develop strategies to reduce pain and at times alleviate the symptoms entirely. Therapist will also be available to answer questions. RSVP is a good idea to make sure you have a seat. Walk-ins are welcome too. To RSVP or for more information call 925-417-8005 or e-mail LarenHirst@­comcast.­net.

Literacy Tutor Training

The Pleasanton library will host a literacy tutor training program from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the library meeting room. Learn how to become a literacy tutor at this new tutor training and orientation class. Register at the reference desk or by e-mailing pjohnson@cityofpleasantonca.gov. For further information, visit the library website.

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