March 7
Collage des Cultures Africaines: Celebrating 30 years of immersing communities in African Culture with singing, dancing and drumming. 4-8 p.m., Oakland Technical High School, 4351 Broadway, Oakland. Tickets are $16.78. Through March 9. https://www.eventbrite.com
Beyond Boundaries–A Juried Group Exhibition: Over 40 artworks from 35 artists working in a wide range of media that serve as a platform for reflection and conversation. Noon-9 p.m., Mercury Twenty Gallery, 475 25th St., Oakland. Free admission, with an additional date on March 8. https://mercurytwenty.com
Cal Performances’ 2025 Gala: Designed to highlight Maria Manetti Shrem and Elizabeth Segerstrom’s California Orchestra Residency at Cal Performances, the evening’s program will feature pianist Yefim Bronfman for Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3, and Strauss’s symphonic poem, “Ein Heldenleben.” 7 p.m. at Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, 510-642-8653 or https://calperformances.org/events
Opening Celebration of ‘Tending and Dreaming’: “Tending and Dreaming: Stories from the Collection” is the first dedicated collection gallery at the San Jose Museum of Art. 6-9 p.m., S110 S. Market St., San Jose. https://sjmusart.org/event/first-friday-mar-2025
Community Sing: Come have fun singing your favorite songs from different eras and in different genres at this free event. Pizza at 6:30 p.m., and the singing begins at 7 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, 1140 Cowper St., Palo Alto. andy@fpcpaloalto.org, 650- 325-5659.
March 8
V.I.P. Volunteers in Parks: Tasks vary and may include litter pick-up, pulling weeds, spreading mulch and more. Wear sturdy shoes, bring a sun hat or sunscreen, gloves and bottled water, and ensure youth are accompanied by a parent or guardian. 9 a.m.- noon, Sorensdale Park, 275 Goodwin St., Hayward. https://www.haywardrec.org/Calendar.aspx
Friends of Palo Alto Library Book Sale: Featuring over 70,000 books, CDs, DVDs and puzzles, new and gently used and very reasonably priced. Proceeds benefit the Palo Alto libraries. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. https://paloalto.bibliocommons.com/events/67919b1fb412794100617898
EV Ride and Drive: Test drive the latest EVs at the City of Sunnyvale’s EV Ride and Drive event. Hop into the driver’s seat or ride along as a passenger. 11 a.m-3 p.m., Sunnyvale Community Center, 550 E. Remington Drive, Sunnyvale. https://www.eventbrite.com
San Jose Youth Symphony: The symphony’s Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of Music Director and Conductor Yair Samet, presents its 2024-25 Spring Concert, featuring Young Artist Competition Winners. Tickets are $5-$20. 2 p.m., California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose. https://sjys.org
Beyond the Frame–A Celebration of Large-scale Art: The exhibition showcases the works of eight Bay Area artists, whose use of color, shape and form creates a collection that is both bold and expressive. 1-6 p.m., Gray Loft Gallery, 2889 Ford St., 3rd floor, Oakland. http://www.grayloftgallery.com
March 9
Radical Harmonies: This full-length documentary by Dee Mosbacher chronicles the Women’s Music Cultural Movement and its evolution from a “girl with guitar” to a revolution in the roles of women in music and culture. 1 p.m., Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison Street, Berkeley. Tickets are $10. https://secure.thefreight.org
Sing On: Students from Kathryne Jennings’ voice studio perform songs by classical and musical theater composers with pianists Tamami Honma and Steven Lightburn. 7-9 p.m., Campbell Recital Hall, 541 Lausen Mall, Stanford. https://events.stanford.edu
Beethoven’s Eroica: One of Beethoven’s most celebrated works, and the composer’s personal favorite of his compositions, the Eroica symphony explores what it means to be human. California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose. 2:30 p.m. https://www.sanjose.org/events/beethovens-eroica
March 10
Move and Meditate with Sara Ivanhoe: This one-hour class includes gentle movement, breathwork and meditation, suitable for all levels. From 5:30-6:30 p.m., Memorial Church, 450 Serra Mall, Stanford. Free admission. https://events.stanford.edu/event
‘The M Factor’: A special movie screening and conversation about the groundbreaking documentary. From 6-8:30 p.m., The New Parkway Theater, 474 24th Street, Oakland. Tickets are $23.18. https://www.eventbrite.com
Peter Cincotti at Yoshi’s: The singer, songwriter and piano player performs at 7 p.m. Yoshi’s Oakland, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. Tickets are $35 and up. https://yoshis.com/events/buy-tickets/peter-cincotti/detail
Classical at the Freight – Kay Stern & Friends: We welcome back the SF Opera’s stellar concertmaster Kay Stern. Her annual Classical at the Freight appearance is always an audience favorite. Show starts at 7:30 p.m., Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. Tickets are $14-16. https://secure.thefreight.org
March 11
Winter Outdoor Storytime: Bring a blanket and enjoy stories, songs and rhymes with children’s librarians in Pioneer Park. Begins at 10:30 a.m., Mountain View Library, 585 Franklin St., Mountain View. 650-903-6337, https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/13480815
Palo Alto Festival of the Arts: This festival in downtown Palo Alto along University Avenue features 250 fine art and contemporary craft displays, Italian street painters, a kids’ art studio, sculpture plaza, stage and street entertainment. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., University Avenue, Palo Alto. https://pacificfinearts.com
SJSU Art Galleries Tuesday Night Lecture – Carla Fisher Schwartz: Carla Fisher Schwartz is a visual artist and educator whose studio practice investigates the relationship between the mapped image and contemporary notions of exploration, virtuality, and the simulated environment through print media, sculpture and video installation. 5-6 p.m., Art Lecture Hall, Art Building Room 133, San Jose State University. https://events.sjsu.edu
Aircraft Carrier Propulsion Engineering Tour: This tour gives visitors an in-depth feel of a day in the life of enlisted and officer engineering personnel in the course of a normal day at sea or in port. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., USS Hornet, 707 W Hornet Ave., Alameda. 510-521-8448, https://uss-hornet.org/program-types/themed-group
Thai Vegan Cooking Class: A hands-on class where Philip Gelb shares some of what he learned in Thailand. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 1131 24th St., Oakland. Tickets are $103.22. https://www.eventbrite.com
March 12
How Art and Augmented Reality Expose Hidden Histories: A public conversation between artist Kija Lucas and augmented reality creator Damien McDuffie, moderated by Oakland Museum of California Deputy Director Makeda Best. This event is free and begins at 6 p.m. 5000 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland. https://www.eventbrite.com
Crafting and Sipping: Enjoy a mocktail while learning a new craft. All supplies will be provided, and registration is required. Adults only. 6-7:30 p.m., Dimond Branch Library, 3565 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland. Contact Kate Hug, 510-482-7844, khug@oaklandlibrary.org
March 13
Resin Art at Gamble Garden: Create a pressed-flower, glossy, wooden vessel using resin techniques. Resin is a durable epoxy that leaves a protective, high-gloss finish on surfaces. Tickets are $60-$75. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto. 10-11 a.m. Contact Deanna Wong, deanna@gamblegarden.org, 650-329-1356. https://www.gamblegarden.org/event/resin-art
Evening Curator Talk: Veronica Roberts showcases recent acquisitions to the Cantor Arts Center’s collection and explores how these works expand our understanding of home. 6 p.m., Cantor Arts Center, 328 Lomita Drive at Museum Way, Stanford. https://events.stanford.edu
Instant Band Night 13 Going On 30: Instant Band Night is a party where musicians who’ve just met form bands on the spot. Come play or watch. Starts at 6 p.m., East Bay Community Space, 507 55th St., Oakland. Tickets are $10. https://www.eventbrite.com
Feminism in the Wild with Ambika Kamath: Join us for a discussion of “Feminism in the Wild: How Human Biases Shape Our Understanding of Animal Behavior” with author Ambika Kamath. 7 p.m., Womb House Books, 470 49th St., Temescal Alley, Oakland. Free event. https://www.eventbrite.com
Sullivan Fortner Trio: Sullivan Fortner has developed an expansive and distinctive approach to jazz that combines his New Orleans heritage with the hard bop sounds of New York. 7:30 p.m., Zellerbach Playhouse, 2413 Bancroft Way, Berkeley. Tickets are $68. https://calperformances.org
March 14
Literary Luncheon with Kim Fay, author: A light lunch and book talk with the best-selling author of “Kate & Frida.” Noon-1:30 p.m, Orinda Books, 276 Village Square, Orinda. Tickets are $17.85. https://www.eventbrite.com
Noon Concert – Piano Students of Elizabeth Schumann: The piano students of Elizabeth Schumann are featured in this noon concert. 12:30-2:00 p.m., Campbell Recital Hall, 541 Lausen Mall, Stanford. Free admission. Parking permits are required for weekday campus parking. Using the ParkMobile app is recommended for parking. Free admission. https://events.stanford.edu
March Madness–Hoops and Pizza: Teens can compete in nontraditional games like HORSE and Knockout, win awesome prizes, and hang out with friends in a laid-back, no-pressure atmosphere at this free event. 2:30-4:30 p.m., Matt Jimenez Gymnasium, 28200 Ruus Road, Hayward. https://www.haywardrec.org/Calendar.aspx
March 15
Real Options Walk for Life 5k: A friendly community awareness fundraising event for the entire family. All proceeds go toward providing life-affirming services to women, men, students and families through our Real Options medical clinics and outreach programs in the Bay Area. 9 a.m.-noon, Martial Cottle Park, 5283 Snell Ave., San Jose. https://familycommunity.church/event/real-options-walk-for-life-5k
Livermore Area Park District Summer Expo: Learn about various camps, classes and activities offered this summer. Meet instructors, explore hands-on activities and get an exclusive chance to register early for select programs. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Robert Livermore Community Center, 4444 East Ave, Livermore. https://www.larpd.org/2025-03-15-larpd-summer-expo
Holi Fest 2025: Experience the essence of Holi as you indulge in the traditional throwing of vibrant colored powders, known as gulal. Dance to lively music and let the rhythm guide your moves. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., 180 Woz Way, San Jose. Tickets are $10.38. https://www.eventbrite.com
Aris Quartet: A program of music by Felix Mendelssohn and his sister, Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel, as well as Erwin Schulhoff. 3-4 p.m., 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto. Registration required. https://paloalto.bibliocommons.com/events/6685c617aefc8df4a114f0b9
Regina Belle at the Taste of the Bay: Music from Oscar and Grammy winner Regina Belle, and seafood and soul food from across the Bay Area. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Preservation Park, 1233 Preservation Park Way, Oakland. Tickets are $28.52 and up. https://www.eventbrite.com
March 16
Ean Golden – Ecstatic Dance Oakland: With an online community of millions who follow him on his blog and Facebook, Ean has garnered deep respect. 10:00 a.m., Sweets Ballroom, 1933 Broadway, Oakland. Secured Covered Parking: Dalziel Garage, 250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland. Drop-in tickets are $25. https://ecstaticdance.org/dance/oakland-ecstatic-dance-sunday-morning
Meditation and Movement with Evolving Ground: The Bay Area Evolving Ground group meets regularly to meditate together and explore contemporary Vajrayana. 3-5 p.m.,The Berkeley Alembic, 2820 Seventh Street, Berkeley. https://www.eventbrite.com
Stanford Faculty Recital: Violinist Livia Sohn and pianist Laura Dahl perform together in this afternoon recital. They will mostly play Brahms compositions. 2:30-4 p.m., Campbell Recital Hall, 541 Lausen Mall, Stanford. Free admission. https://events.stanford.edu
‘The Great Yes, The Great No’: South African artist William Kentridge returns to campus with his latest creation for the stage, a chamber opera set on a 1941 sea voyage from Marseille to Martinique. 3 p.m., Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley. Tickets start at $48. https://calperformances.org/events
March 17
Blarney Boys Saint Patrick’s Day Special: Paul Kent and his merry musical men will be live from 7-9 p.m., Los Gatos Coffee Company, 101 W. Main St., Los Gatos. https://www.facebook.com/events/1165588925009138
California Native Plants In Our Ecosystem: We will be focusing on California Native Plants in our ecosystem and what we can do to help navigate changing ecosystems. 5-6 p.m., Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave, Los Gatos. https://losgatosca.libcal.com/event/14161186
Winter 2025 Chamber Music Showcase: Participants from the Stanford Chamber Music program perform. 7:30-9 p.m., Campbell Recital Hall, 541 Lausen Mall, Stanford. Free admission. https://events.stanford.edu
Jazz Garden Big Band Tribute to Miles & Gil: The Jazz Garden Big Band celebrates great artists with several of their classic arrangements and compositions. 7-9:30 p.m., Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. Tickets are $17 to $30. https://secure.thefreight.org/14704/14705-jazzschool-studio-band-250317
SJSU Music–Latin Jazz: The jazz ensemble will feature a performance of Afro-Latin jazz and popular music repertoires of the US, the Caribbean, and Latin America. 7: 30 p.m., Music Building, 176, One Washington Square, San Jose. https://events.sjsu.edu
March 18
The Cher Show: Broadway San Jose presents the Tony Award-winning musical that follows the pop diva through six decades of stardom. Through March 23 at San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd. For tickets, visit broadwaysanjose.com or call 408-792-4111.
Trevarno Road History Walk: Walk along this shady lane reminiscent of an earlier era, and learn about the local history of the Craftsman-style bungalows. 10 a.m.-noon, Trevarno Road parking lot, 71 Trevarno Road, Livermore. Free event. https://www.larpd.org
Explore the Flyway Trail: Join park rangers for a walk along the new Flyway Trail. Discover wildlife with a 360-degree view. 10 a.m.-noon. Don Edwards San Francisco Bay NWR, 1600 Marsh Road, Menlo Park. Registration is required for this free event. https://www.eventbrite.com
SJSU Art Galleries Lecture: Esteban Raheem Abdul Raheem Samayoa will discuss the challenges he faced, the importance of prioritizing dreams, and the faith required to achieve success. 5-6 p.m., Art Lecture Hall, Art Building Room 133, San Jose. Free event. https://events.sjsu.edu
29th Annual Recycling Update: Topics include successful use cases, pilot programs, how-to tips for Zero Waste programs, recycling infrastructure funding and market development, current policy implementation, community outreach, education and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Oakland Scottish Rite Center, 1547 Lakeside Drive, Oakland. Tickets are $210-260; discounts and scholarships are available. https://ncrarecycles.org/recycling-update
Author Jill Santopolo in Conversation: A book launch party with Santopolo for “The Love We Found,” the sequel to “The Light We Lost.” Santopolo will be in conversation with Jandy Nelson. 7-8 p.m. A Great Good Place for Books, 6120 La Salle Ave., Oakland. https://www.ggpbooks.com
March 19
Meet the Makers: Meet student makers from the Product Realization Lab who will present their winter quarter projects. 9:30-11:30 a.m., Building 550, Peterson Laboratory, Atrium, 416 Escondido Mall, Stanford. https://events.stanford.edu
Teen Craft Corner- Women’s History: Learn about Amy Sherald, Yayoi Kusama and Barbara Kruger, or take inspiration from other female artists from around the world. 3-4 p.m., Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave., Los Gatos. https://losgatosca.libcal.com/event/14074009
ART Gado Gado: Contemporary art by 22 Indonesian diaspora artists based in California. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Gardensia Archipelago Designs, 2820 Eighth St., Berkeley. https://poodle-lilac-pear.squarespace.com
StorySlam Oakland: Oakland’s longest-running true storytelling show, where people tell short and true stories from their lives. 7:30-10 p.m., 3022 Broadway, Oakland. General admission $20.52. https://www.eventbrite.com
Year of Letters–March Mix: A blend of activities as we gear up for National Letter Writing Month in April. We’ll share ideas for making cards and decorating envelopes. 4:30-5:30 p.m., Rinconada Library, 1213 Newell Road, Palo Alto. https://paloalto.bibliocommons.com/events/6771ec7059163a2f00376990
March 20
Corn Masa Cooking Class: A comprehensive guide on how to prepare masa from scratch. You will learn how to make your own tortillas, sopes, and quesadillas using the freshly made masa. Moreover, Chef Francisco will also teach you how to make atole de Granillo, a traditional Mexican hot beverage made with masa, cinnamon and piloncillo. 6:30-9 p.m., Palo Alto High School, 50 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto. $65. https://paadultschool.org/classes/manos-en-la-masa
Animals and Their Adaptations: Children ages 4 to 13 can examine live animals from a variety of taxonomic groups. Learn about diet, habitat, ecological role, structure and function. Young children must be accompanied. 4-5 p.m., Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Avenue, Los Gatos. https://losgatosca.libcal.com/event/13468251
Classical Harp Concert: Bay Area harpist Aysha Gomez-Kureishi will play selected works from trailblazing women composers, answer audience questions and demonstrate how her large golden harp works. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Mountain View Library, 585 Franklin St., Mountain View. 650-903-6337. Registration is recommended. https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/13539389
Breadmaking Class: Guests will make the Grain Bakers Spent Grain Artisan Bread Dough. You can customize your bread by adding various flavors from our spice selection. 7-8:30 p.m., Faction Brewing, 2501 Monarch Street, Alameda. Tickets are $60. Caitlin Jewell, caitlin@grainbakers.com. https://www.grainbakers.com
“Mamma Mia!”: Encinal High Drama presents a romantic comedy about a young woman searching for her father on the eve of her wedding, featuring the music of ABBA. 7 to 9 p.m., Encinal Junior & Senior High School, 210 Central Avenue, Alameda. Tickets are $10-15. https://gofan.co/app/school/CA22911?activity=Performing%20Arts
March 21
Esto No Tiene Nombre: A one-woman show that features the oral histories of Latina lesbian elders. 8 p.m., MACLA/Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana, 510 S. First St., San Jose. info@maclaarte.org, 408-998-2783. General admission is $30. https://maclaarte.org/events/esto-no-tiene-nombre
Chalk Art Event: Students in grades 6-12 can contribute their artistic talents to a chalk art mural in the courtyard and help assemble a work of art that celebrates the Silicon Valley Reads inspirational book “Wild Robot.” 3:30 p.m., Mountain View Library, 585 Franklin St., Mountain View. 650-903-6337, https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/13718780
Know Your Rights: Join presenters from Siren, a nonprofit grassroots organization that provides free workshops and community education around immigration and civic engagement. 5 p.m., Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave., Los Gatos. https://losgatosca.libcal.com/event/14051314
Arts, Media & Technology Conference: A day featuring community leaders, engaged educators, artists, responsible AI innovators and other creatives for multidisciplinary conversations and collaboration. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Lisser Hall, Kapiolani Road, Oakland. Free event. https://www.eventbrite.com
Taylor Eigsti Concert: The pianist and composer returns to the piano store for a rare solo performance after winning his second Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album. 5:30 p.m., Piedmont Piano Company, 1728 San Pablo Ave., Oakland. $30 admission. https://piedmontpiano.com
March 22
18th Annual Autism Update: “Autism Through the Lifespan,” will feature expert speakers that focus on the latest research, best practices, and innovative approaches in autism support. 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Li Ka Shing Center, 291 Campus Drive, Stanford. $45.00 to $85. https://med.stanford.edu/autismcenter/annual-autism-update-.html
Vintage Market by Pop-Up SJ: Thrift apparel, shoes, dresses, sports gear, collectibles & more from a wide range of vintage sellers and creative artists. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 1590 Berryessa Road, San Jose. Free admission with $10 Saturday paid on-site parking. $3 walk-in admission. https://gardenattheflea.com
Composting Basics: At this workshop you will learn to build, manage and utilize a home compost pile. Participants will also learn how to transform their household kitchen scraps into a rich, fine, and nutritious soil amendment for their gardens using worms. 10:30 a.m.-noon, Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave., Los Gatos. https://losgatosca.libcal.com/event/13679331
Women’s Heritage Day: Mosaic America hosts diverse cultural performances and workshops in front of the Pacific Hotel. The Empire Firehouse will feature local authors and book talks. Noon-4 p.m., History Park, 635 Phelan Ave., San Jose. Free event. https://historysanjose.org/programs-events
Baby Rave Oakland: A family-friendly dance party centered around toddlers and tiny tots led by the musical stylings of DJ E.T 9:30 a.m.-11:30 am., East Bay Community Space, 507 55th St., Oakland. Kids are free; adults $17.85. https://www.eventbrite.com
March 23
Gold Coast –St. Charles to Caroline: Learn about the history and architecture of the neighborhood and the notable architects who designed and built homes here, including Marcuse & Remmel, Delanoy and Randlett, Wasson and Pattiani, and Ernest Coxhead. 10 a.m., St. 1331 St. Charles St., Alameda. $20 admission. https://checkout.square.site/buy/B654WXCPGAVFRGVKBQI3JR5T
Dewing Piano Recital: Jordanian-Palestinian pianist Iyad Sughayer was a prize-winner at the Young Classical Artists Trust international auditions in 2021, and has developed an exciting career as both a soloist and chamber musician. 3-5 p.m., Music Building Lobby, Littlefield Concert Hall 202, Northeastern University, Oakland. Free event,;registration requested. https://performingarts.oakland.northeastern.edu
Nature Journaling: Explore, express, and connect with instructor Kate Rutter. The focus of this experience is on visually expressing curiosity about what we observe rather than creating polished botanical art. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., The Foster Museum, 940 Commercial Street, Palo Alto. $53.33-160. https://www.thefoster.org/programs
First Annual Peace Walk: Join interfaith and intergenerational communities in walking for peace and having fun giving away or laying down peace rocks along the route. 1-2:30 p.m., Willow Street Frank Bramhall Park, 1320 Willow St., San Jose. Rev. Nadene, revnadene@cslsj.org, https://cslsj.org/events
March 24
Moreau Catholic High School Jazz Program: Under the musical direction of Justin Firmeza, this will be a night of great music that nurtures both hearts and minds. 8 p.m., Yoshi’s Oakland, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. Tickets are $20. https://yoshis.com
Ongoing
The Prom: Foothill Music Theatre stages the musical comedy about four self-absorbed Broadway stars who rally behind a high school student who is banned from bringing her girlfriend to the prom. Runs through March 16 at the Lohman Theatre, Foothill College, Los Altos Hills. Tickets are $22-$44 at https://foothill.edu/theatre/The_Prom.html.
“Happy Pleasant Valley”: TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents the world premiere of this “senior sex scandal murder mystery musical.” The show features book, music and lyrics by Bay Area composer/playwright/lyricist Min Kahng, whose “The Four Immigrants: An American Musical Manga” also had its world premiere at TheatreWorks. Through March 30 at the Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Tickets start at $34 at 877-662-8978 or theatreworks.org.
San Jose Museum of Art Public Tours: Free docent-led public tours of exhibitions are offered Thursdays at 5 p.m. and Friday-Sunday at 1 and 2:30 p.m. through March 30. All visitors are welcome to drop in on these tours, which meet in the museum lobby. Free with admission. 110 S. Market St., San Jose https://sjmusart.org/event/docent-led-public-tours
Cantor Arts Center Public Tour: Explore the highlights of the Cantor’s permanent collection on a public tour that leads you through a selection of works spanning varied cultures and time periods. A free all-day reservation to the museum for entry is recommended. The free tours are Saturday-Sunday, 1-2 p.m., through March 15 at Cantor Arts Center, 328 Lomita Drive, Stanford https://events.stanford.edu
Volunteer Work Day at the Farm: Happening each Wednesday through May 28, give a helping hand to the Luther Burbank Gold Ridge Experiment Farm with plant sales and work around the farm. Find them at 7781 Bodega Ave in Sebastopol and check out this experience that will be fun and exciting for all. https://norcalpublicmedia.org/arts-culture/event-calendar#
The Battalion Artist: Visitors to Hoover Tower are invited to embark on a special journey through the Pacific theater of World War II. The Battalion Artist: A Sailor’s Journey Through the South Seas” traces the wartime experiences of Natale Bellantoni, a gifted artist and member of the US Navy “Seabees”—the construction battalions that were formed after the attack on Pearl Harbor and played a vital role in America’s victory in the Pacific. Through Aug. 10, Hoover Tower, 550 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford.
https://events.stanford.edu/event/the-battalion-artist
Mindfulness Meditation: Bring your yoga mat or cushion to practice meditation with Buddhist nun Phuong Pham Saturdays, 1-2 p.m. Walking and/or sitting meditation will be followed by 20 minutes of group sharing and Q&A. Mitchell Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. https://paloalto.bibliocommons.com/events/66e0f9e6ba1dd236002265d2
Saratoga Farmers’ Market: Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Get fresh, local veggies, fruits and baked goods from about 50 farm stands and vendors. West Valley College, 14000 Fruitvale Ave., Parking Lot 3 in Saratoga. http://www.cafarmersmkts.com/saratoga-farmers-market
MOCHA Art Workshop: Show off your artist skills this new year by attending art workshops hosted every Friday from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the West Branch Berkeley public library at 1125 University Ave. in Berkeley. Kids and families are welcome to this free event, and all supplies are provided. https://www.510families.com/mocha-library-time
South First Fridays Art Walk: Immerse yourself from 5 to 9 p.m. on the first Friday of each month in San Jose’s SoFA’s District off of First Street. There will be shops to support local vendors, art galleries to explore, and even yoga to partake in. Start off the weekend on a relaxing, fun note. Free admission. southfirstfridays.com
Social Stitching in Person: Join fellow needlework and textile arts enthusiasts at the library. Crafters of all levels are welcome to bring their projects to this casual weekly get-together. This group is entirely self-directed. Mondays, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave., Los Gatos. https://www.losgatosca.gov/2828/Los-Gatos-Public-Library
Drop-in Tech Help In-Person: Do you have questions about your laptop, smartphone or tablet? Drop in for tech help; no appointment is needed. First come, first served basis. Sign up at the second-floor reference desk. Tuesdays through May 6, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave., Los Gatos. https://losgatosca.libcal.com/event/13628411
Volunteer Day & Open House: Come volunteer at REAP Climate Center Sundays from 10 a.m. to sunset and Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to sunset. Staff will guide you through volunteer-friendly tasks. Before arriving, read REAP’s volunteer page and FAQ, and sign the online waiver. REAP Climate Center, 2133 Tynan Ave., Alameda. https://tockify.com/reaphappenings
Public Speaking & Leadership Practice: Los Gatos Toastmasters is a social club to practice public speaking and leadership skills every Tuesday. Residents of Los Gatos, Campbell, Saratoga and surrounding San Jose/Silicon Valley Area are welcome. In-person location for club members: Office Evolution, #205, 16185 Los Gatos Blvd., Los Gatos. This free event is 6:30-7:30 p.m. https://www.losgatoschamber.com/events
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