Bob Dalpe and the Rose Trio perform for Sunday Showcase

Bob Dalpe and the Rose Trio will perform at the Sunday Showcase on Sunday, July 5, at 5 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway.

Dalpe has gained popularity and rave reviews for his outstanding interpretations of classic jazz standards. His repertoire consists of the classic songs written by songwriting giants such as Cole Porter, George and Ira Gershwin, Rogers and Hart, and Lerner and Loewe, as well as some of his own original tunes. His style is reminiscent of the young Frank Sinatra.

Dalpe's singing will set the mood to carry listeners back to the nostalgic sounds of the '30s, '40s and '50s.

Tickets for this event are $5 and may be purchased at the door. The ticket price includes wine, juice and light snacks

July Special Events sponsored by Recreation

The following are the July Special Events sponsored by the Rossmoor Recreation Department. For more information on any of these events during the month, check the Special Events listing on the calendar page each week, look for the article in the Arts and Leisure section of the News, or call the Recreation Department at 988-7732. Events are free unless otherwise noted. This information is posted throughout the month of July on the Rossmoor News Web site at www.rossmoornews.com.

Asian Art Museum exhibit presentation set for Peacock Hall

A PowerPoint presentation featuring highlights from the new “Lords of the Samurai” exhibit at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco will take place in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Monday, July 13, at 1 p.m.

Bob Dalpe and the Rose Trio perform for Sunday Showcase

Bob Dalpe and the Rose Trio will perform at the Sunday Showcase on Sunday, July 5, at 5 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway.

DVD Discoveries

“Alice Neel”

Fifth annual Shakespeare Week planned

The fifth annual Shakespeare Week in Rossmoor will be held from Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 24. This year the focus will be on “The Taming of the Shrew.”

“Il Trovatore” presented by California Opera at Del Valle

California Opera will present the famous opera “Il Trovatore” in the Sierra Room at Del Valle on Thursday, July 9, at 7 p.m.

Jack McBade is artist of the month

The Rossmoor artist of the month is Jack McBade. His work is on display in Studio I of the Gateway Art Center.

JCC offers summer class on relationship between Israel and Palestine

Steven West, Ph.D., will conduct a four-week class titled “How Do We Bring This Vicious Circle Between Palestine and Israel to an End?” beginning Tuesday, July 21, from 10 a.m. until noon at the Contra Costa Jewish Community Center (JCC).

Joni Morris and the After Midnight Band to perform at Del Valle

Joni Morris and the After Midnight Band will perform her program “The Legendary Ladies of Country Music” on Friday, July 10, at 7 p.m. in the Sierra Room at Del Valle Clubhouse.

Opera/Ballet Club to explore Puccini's “Turandot”

The Opera/Ballet Club will explore Puccini's “Turandot” in two exceptional films shown in July.

Rossmoor Community Chorus needs voices

The Rossmoor Community Chorus is actively seeking new members, especially basses. There is no need to be a Tony Bennett or Susan Boyle, and there are no auditions.

“Roxanne” shows Sunday

The 1987 comedy “Roxanne,” starring Steve Martin and Daryl Hannah, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Sunday, July 5, at 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 will feature language captions.

“Seven Pounds” shows Thursday, Friday

The 2008 drama “Seven Pounds,” starring Will Smith, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Thursday, July 2, at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. and again on Friday, July 3, at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. The showings at 1 will feature language captions.

Sing for Joy! has five guest entertainers planned

Sing for Joy!, Rossmoor's recreational sing-along group, will meet each Friday at 2 p.m. in the Las Trampas Room at Hillside Clubhouse.

“To Kill a Mockingbird” is Saturday Movie

The 1962 drama “To Kill a Mockingbird,” starring Gregory Peck, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Saturday, July 4, at 7 p.m.

Ukulele troupe Frisky Frollics will perform for Fun Day

The Frisky Frolics will appear at Fun Day in the Sierra Room at Del Valle on Thursday, July 2, at noon.

Zest!

Summer peaches