South Bay and Peninsula
Sept. 19
Hispanic Heritage Month: A bilingual (Spanish/English) celebration of music with IndiviDúo. This program is recommended for ages 0 to 5 years and their caregivers. No registration is required, but space is limited. 11 a.m., Sunnyvale Public Library, 665 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale. bit.ly/46bhAIx
Emily Butterfly Storytelling Show: Emily Butterfly is an interstellar story teller who lives to delight children with her magically unique form of puppetry, storytelling and song. For ages 3 to 10. 4 p.m., Los Gatos Public Library, 100 Villa Ave., Los Gatos. losgatosca.libcal.com/event/14836642
Sarang Sathaye Live: A comedy show by the co-creator of Bhadipa and one of the most loved Marathi voices in digital satire and humor. 7:30 p.m., Montgomery Theater, 271 South Market St., San Jose. sanjosetheaters.org/calendar
Sept. 20
Bark Ranger Sunset Hike: Bring your dog to the park to become a Bark Ranger. Enjoy the company of other dog owners and their furry friends in our special off-leash area, make a doggy print craft, pose for a photo and then get ready for an on-leash hike through Halls Valley at sunset. 6 p.m., Joseph D. Grant County Park, main park entrance: 18405 Mt. Hamilton Road, San Jose. 408-274-6121. parks.santaclaracounty.gov/bark-ranger-sunset-hike
Toys for Dogs in Need: Learn how to make dog toys for local shelters with local nonprofit Pupcycled. Participants of all ages can braid or sew used, machine-washed clothing into dog toys for local shelters. 1:30 p.m., Mission Branch Library, 1098 Lexington St., Santa Clara. santaclaraca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar
Pancakes in the Park: Members of Palo Alto’s police and fire departments and Office of Emergency Services fire up the griddle and serve up pancakes for all. Pre-registration is required. 9 a.m., 777 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto. bit.ly/3JTqvXD
Friends of the Sunnyvale Library Book Sale: Books for children and adults, movies on DVD and Blu-Ray and music CDs will be on sale. There will be items in English as well as other languages. 10 a.m., Sunnyvale Public Library, 665 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale. bit.ly/4ggKs6N
Shahzia Sikander — Collective Behavior: For more than three decades, Shahzia Sikander (born in 1969 in Lahore, Pakistan) has been reframing South Asian visual histories through a contemporary feminist perspective. 10 a.m., Cantor Arts Center, 328 Lomita Drive at Museum Way, Stanford. 650-723-4177. events.stanford.edu
Sept. 21
Palo Alto Community Health Fair: This year’s free event focuses on healthy weight and nutrition, tobacco use and seven FDA-approved medications for cessation, and the link between alcohol and cancer. 11 a.m., Mitchell Park Community Center, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. bit.ly/3VFs1Pw
West Valley Friends of the Library Book Sale: Choose from a large collection of books, both donations and discarded library items. Proceeds go toward funding library programs, books and supplies. West Valley, noon, 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San Jose. bit.ly/4nnT5yz
Corvette Spectacular: Come join the fun in downtown Los Altos, where Corvettes will be on display along the full length of Main Street. 8 a.m., Main Street, Los Altos. downtownlosaltos.org/events
Sept. 22
Band of Horses with Iron and Wine: Band of Horses’ five studio albums include the Grammy-nominated “Infinite Arms.” 7:30 p.m., The Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. mountainwinery.com/events
Sept. 23
Trekking in Japan: Join Seiji Kawamura for a presentation on five multiday treks in Japan. 7 p.m., Cupertino Public Library, 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino. bit.ly/4mOGIvI
Jeannie Simms-Holt Visiting Artist Exhibition: Presented by the Department of Art and Art History, the Holt Visiting Artist Exhibition transforms the gallery into a hybrid exhibition/classroom/atelier. Monday–Friday, noon-5 p.m., McMurtry Building, Coulter Art Gallery, 355 Roth Way, Stanford. events.stanford.edu
Sept. 24
UB40 and the English Beat: World-famous reggae stars UB40 are set to mark their 40th anniversary with a U.S. tour and first album release in over four years. 7:30 p.m., Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. mountainwinery.com/events
Eladio Carrión: The Latin Grammy-winning, multi-platinum rapper and singer-songwriter performs. 8 p.m., San Jose Civic, 135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose. sanjosetheaters.org/calendar
Sept. 25
Clave Especial: The billion-streaming sensation from Salinas is taking over regional Mexican music. Their songs blend corridos and urban-infused production with introspective lyrics, giving voice to a generation raised between worlds. 8 p.m., San Jose Civic, 135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose. sanjosetheaters.org/calendar
East Bay
Sept. 19
Funny Women of a Certain Age: Fierce, funny women deliver sharp, unapologetic stand-up. 8 p.m., Bankhead Theater, Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center, 2400 First St., Livermore. livermoredowntown.com/do/funny-women-of-a-certain-age-2
Taste of City Center: From quick bites to leisurely dinners, enjoy special prix fixe menus, limited-time dishes and curated pairings. 11 a.m., City Center, Bishop Ranch, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon. citycenterbishopranch.com/events
Sept. 20
Preschool Kids Night Out: A fun night of camp games, sports and activities. A pizza dinner is included. Kids must be able to use the restroom independently. cspruiell@larpd.org or 925-373-5746. 8:30 p.m., 4444 East Ave., RLRC Elbow Room, Livermore Area Recreation and Park District, Livermore. bit.ly/41GEnKY
Home Hardening for Wildfires: Experts on wildfire and home hardening from the Berkeley Fire Department will share what can reduce your risks and get your property in compliance with new recommendations and requirements. 2 p.m., Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley. berkeleypubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/14107695
Making Tamales: This “community tamalada” will include a demonstration of the steps of making tamales from scratch. Participants will also have the opportunity to make their own tamales to take home and steam. 1 p.m., Melrose Branch, 4805 Foothill Blvd., Oakland. bit.ly/41GEnKY
Sept. 21
Patterson Ranch Trail Hike: Take in the beautiful views of the Tri-Valley along the newest trail in the park. Ranger Danny will lead a 2-mile uphill hike to the view of Patterson Ranch. Please bring water and sunscreen. 8 a.m., Ranger Station Picnic Area, 5035 Arroyo Road, Sycamore Grove Park, Livermore. bit.ly/47x1o6I
Berkeley Sun Day Celebration: Get tips and resources to help you switch your home and life to clean electric energy. Join with neighbors to start taking meaningful action on climate change. 2 p.m., Willard Clubhouse, 2720 Hillegass Ave, Berkeley. bit.ly/3VFzvlB
Sept. 22
Quartet San Francisco: The quartet presents “Motown Unplugged” with vocalist Kenny Washington. 8 p.m., 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. 510-238-9200. yoshis.com/events
Sept. 23
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration: Malinky Bilingual Music leads a program and designed for ages 0-5. 10:30 a.m., Bay Farm Island Library, 3221 Mecartney Road, Alameda. alamedafree.org/Events-directory
Tarwa N-Tiniri: The band represents the soul of the Amazigh people and the landscapes of the desert. 8 p.m., The Freight, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. 510-644-2020. secure.thefreight.org
Alex G: The prolific singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist performs. 8 p.m., Fox Theater, 1807 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. thefoxoakland.com/events
Sept. 24
Sewing Machine Open Studio: This is a self-directed opportunity to use the library’s sewing machines on site for your own project. Some basic supplies and staff help with setting up a machine will be available. If you need a specific color of thread for your project, please bring it with you. 5 p.m., North Branch Library, 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley. berkeleypubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/12919766
Sept. 25
Slice of Our Markets: A tour led by ecology center staff, sharing the market through the eyes of the farmers who bring fresh, sustainable ingredients to the community each week. 5:30 p.m., Vintage Berkeley, 2113 Vine St., Berkeley. cynthia@ecologycenter.org, 915-421-9574, bit.ly/4n12cFO
Celebrating 45 Years at the Ruth Bancroft Garden: A special evening honoring Brian Kemble and his 45-year tenure stewarding the Ruth Bancroft Garden, featuring a conversation between Kemble and Dick Turner, Ruth Bancroft Garden’s first executive director. 6 p.m., The Ruth Bancroft Garden, 1552 Bancroft Road, Walnut Creek. ruthbancroftgarden.org
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