The Willow Glen-based San Jose Dons Motorcycle Club raised $2,500 in its 5th Annual Dam Run. The club donated $1,250 to InnVision and $1,250 to Achievekids in San Jose on Aug. 3.

The motorcycle run started at the San Jose Harley-Davidson dealership and ended 90 miles later in Gilroy. More than 350 riders participated in the event, with each rider contributing $20. During the ride, the bikers parked at several designated stops, where games of skill or luck would be waiting. At the end of the run, the Dons held a raffle drawing and prizes were given out.

InnVision Chief Development Officer Anne Ehresman said her organization helped to staff the run, help that was initiated by the Dons asking the nonprofit if it wanted to be a fundraiser beneficiary.

"It was a way for people to come together and have fun. People came from as far away as Stockton," Ehresman said. "We need more groups that help make social change happen."

The San Jose Dons Motorcycle Club began in 1932 and exists to advocate motorcycling and to promote safety and goodwill between riders and the public.

—Jennifer D. Shih


A familiar preschool relocates to Booksin

After changing names and locations multiple times during its 43-year existence, Explorer Parent Participation Preschool has moved facilities to 2700 Booksin Ave., San Jose.

The school's director, Konne Ainsworth, has been at Explorer for more than 25 years and emphasizes children's participation through discovery.

Explorer has a developmental philosophy that aims to equip children with skills for K-12 education through free play and classroom activities such as art, science, music, cooking and drama.

Parents are also an integral part, which helps reduce tuition costs. The school also offers a Parent Education Program, which meets monthly to discuss parenting techniques for young children.

Five classes are offered Monday to Friday for children ages two to five. For more information about Explorer Preschool, visit www.explorerpreschool.org or call 408.723.0757.

—Beth Walker


Free music concert at The Bahá'í Center

Chaskinakuy Andean Village Music is appearing at a free public concert, Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at The Bahá'í Center, 945 Willow St.

Performing music from Ecuador to Argentina, Andean music specialists Edmond Badoux and Francy Vidal will play a variety of wind, string and percussion instruments.

For more information about the music, visit http://www.chaskinakuy.com/. For information about the event, call 408.265.4128.

—Beth Walker