February has an extra day this year, and Leap Day is a good time for music in Los Gatos.
The Los Gatos Library is hosting a family-friendly, participatory performance by percussionist, educator and musician Onye Onyemaechi on Thursday, Feb. 29, 4-5 p.m., that will offer a glimpse into African Village life.
Testarossa Winery hosts live music every Thursday at 5 p.m. at its Wine Bar 107 on College Avenue. It’s a laid-back ambiance where patrons can savor Testarossa’s wine with charcuterie and cheese plates. Coming up Thursday, Feb 29, is the Scott Cooper Trio, playing a mix of Beatles, Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, originals and more. https://www.testarossa.com/winebar107
Two upcoming concerts will showcase the talent of Los Gatos High School and Fisher Middle School musicians. The combined bands will be on stage Tuesday, March 5, at McAfee Center in Saratoga. The joint orchestras will perform on the same stage March 8 at 7 p.m.
Los Gatos Parks and Rec offers an entire catalog full of classes to teach knitting, new languages, dance and even how to declutter your home. There are interesting field trips like a trip to Salinas to explore Steinbeck’s roots, and hikes though local hills to enjoy the wildflowers. https://www.lgsrecreation.org
Los Gatans can get ready to grow their own produce with help from the Santa Clara Master Gardeners. www.mgsantaclara.ucanr.edu
For vegetation that creates a fire hazard instead of food, the Santa Clara County Fire Department says now is a good time to cut it back and give your home defensive space from wildfire. For information and a schedule of workshops, visit www.sccfd.org/rsg.
Time to start training for the 46th Annual Los Gatos Rotary Great Race, a four-mile journey through Vasona Park set for April 14. losgatosrotary.org
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