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Pearl Alley - Live Music

02-10-2012 - 02-10-2012

5

San Pedro Square Market

http://www.sanpedrosquaremarket.com/

Admission: Free

408-981-7218

Start Time(s): 6:30pm-9:30pm

Blues-rock band Pearl Alley will play San Pedro Square Market on Friday night in the Perrazo Building (home of B2 Coffee) Come down and enjoy dinner, drinks and a show! The band goes on stage at 6:30pm and will play until the crowd cant dance anymore Pearl Alleys blend of blues and rock n roll is influenced by the vocal style of Janis Joplin and defined by the blistering lead guitar of David Crane]]>

First Annual Valentines HeART Walk - Half Moon Bay

02-12-2012 - 02-12-2012

HMB SOMA Arts

http://coastviewsmag.com/views/hmb-soma-first-annual-valentines-heart-walk/

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): 2pm-5pm

South Main Street in Half Moon Bay is often missed by tourists who don’t walk the entire length of the downtown area This area of Main Street is now home to almost a dozen flourishing art businesses They are known collectively as HMB SOMA Arts The group’s first event in December drew a large number of visitors, tourists as well as local residents HMB SOMA Arts supports and promotes both visual and performing artists at the south end of Main Street During this event, refreshments, raffles and music will be offered at most venues Visitors are invited to take a romantic stroll along South Main Street and discover a wealth of art treasures]]>

San Jose Bike Party - 3rd Fridays

02-18-2011 - 02-17-2012

5

San Jose Bike Party

http://www.sjbikeparty.org

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): 3rd Friday of Month: 8pm  

These rides may include 2,000 to 4,000 riders from all over the South Bay on a given night, organized by around 100-200 volunteers These events are one-half political party, one-half street party made up of all types of bicyclists and human-powered transportation advocates who celebrate and build community in a monthly ride that must be experienced to be understood The starting point varies each month and participants ride 15-30 miles throughout the South Bay There are eight basic rules to keep the ride safe We ride legally and follow all traffic rules There are many volunteers who help to lead and direct the ride itself -- please listen to their helpful instructions! Stay far away from anyone who appears inebriated, and encourage them to go home safely -- they will likely hurt themselves or others and/or get a nasty ticket before the night is out Volunteers are always needed Come to a meeting, scout rides, deliver fliers, pick up trash, help encourage fellow riders to follow the rules, put your ideas on the wiki, put your photos on the Flickr group, and of course, tell your friends! For more information, including what to bring, please see the Official Site]]>

Riding Camp - Webb Ranch

02-20-2012 - 02-24-2012

5

Webb Ranch and Family Farm

http://webbranchinc.com/riding_camps.htm

Admission: $295 for the session

(650) 854-7755

http://webbranchinc.com/riding_camps.htm

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-12pm

The Webb Ranch Riding School offers a comprehensive program for beginning and intermediate riders Have you seen how much a rider can improve in one riding lesson? Imagine what a whole session can do! Webb Ranch offers a series of Holiday, Spring and Summer riding sessions for children ages 7 to 18 Each riding day starts at 9am and finishes by 12pm During these sessions, the riders will learn grooming, saddling, bridling, and (of course) riding All groups will learn both English and Western, and the session will culminate in a trail ride on the last day Each session is limited to 24 students Students will be divided by age and experience into groups of no more than 8]]>

Daffodil Daydreams - Demonstrations, Tours, Family Activities

02-24-2012 - 02-26-2012

6

Filoli

http://www.filoli.org/special-events-and-exhibits/opening-event.html

Filoli - 86 Canada Road Woodside CA 94062

Admission: $5-$15

650-364-8300 x508

Start Time(s): Fri-Sat: 10am-3:30pm Sun: 11am-3:30pm See Official Site for schedule of activities

Join Filoli as they begin their 36th year and celebrate the spectacular flowering of Filoli Daffodils lead the floral parade each spring and at Filoli nearly a million bulbs burst into bloom They are one of the easiest and hardiest of the garden flowers, giving you more with each passing year From the smallest to the largest, whether planted in a formal flower bed or naturalized in a field, you'll enjoy their cheerful annual display Filoli is an American Daffodil Society Display Garden and grows a wide variety of daffodil cultivars with the purpose of educating visitors about daffodils and how they can be used effectively in the landscape Don't miss this year's magnificent display! Daffodil Daydreams offers three days of talks, tours, demonstrations and hands-on activities Admission to all activities is free for members or with paid admission to Filoli for non-members Space is limited for some of the programs, but reservations are not necessary Guests are taken on a first-come, first-served basis]]>

Plant Clinic

03-04-2012 - 03-04-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 11:30am-1pm

The Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions, from general information to advice about specific problems You may bring samples of your plants for better diagnosis Use a Ziploc or similar baggie to carry your sample If you suspect insect damage, try to include some insects so they can be correctly identified For this program, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Getting to Know Your Bees - Sunday Garden Seminar

03-04-2012 - 03-04-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Today's speaker will be expert beekeeper Richard Baxter For this free program, open to the public, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Battle Sails and Adventure Sails -Tall Ships in Redwood City

02-25-2012 - 03-04-2012

6

The Historical Seaport

http://www.historicalseaport.org/

Admission: $40-$60

800-200-5239

http://www.historicalseaport.org/

Start Time(s): Battle Sails: 2pm-5pm on 2/25, 2/26, 3/3 Adventure Sails: 10am-1pm on 2/26, 3/4

The Tall Ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftan are visiting Redwood City from February 23rd to March 7th  The three-hour Battle Sails feature the recreation of a typical 18th century naval skirmish involving two ships Both vessels will fire real cannon charged with real gunpowder, but no cannon balls Guests are encouraged to verbally taunt their adversaries and they have a chance to take the helm of a real tall ship, conditions permitting Three-hour Adventure Sails include a chance to raise a sail, sing a sea shanty, and hear maritime stories]]>

Tall Ships in Redwood City - Walk-On Tours

02-23-2012 - 03-07-2012

6

The Historical Seaport

http://www.historicalseaport.org/

Admission: $3 Donation per person

800-200-5239

Start Time(s): 2/24, 2/28-3/2, 3/6-3/7: 4pm-5pm 2/25, 2/26, 3/3, 3/4: 10am-1pm

The Tall Ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftan are visiting Redwood City from February 23rd to March 7th  On select days, they are open for walk-on tours]]>

Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad - Train Rides

11-01-2011 - 03-12-2012

Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad

http://www.bjwrr.org

Oak Meadow Park - 200 Blossom Hill Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: $2 Free for ages 2 & under w/paying adult $6 non-resident parking fee

408-395-7433

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 11am-3pm

The Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad has been in operation at Oak Meadow Park and Vasona Park in Los Gatos since 1970 In 2009, the railroad attracted over 115,000 riders It is known world wide - its story appearing in many magazines and newspapers More important, however, is the joy that this railroad continues to give to the young and young at heart who enjoy the thrill of riding behind a real steam locomotive! Enjoy summer weekends on the steam train, and the diesel train on the weekdays]]>

Spring Farm Tour

03-17-2012 - 03-17-2012

6

Friends of Deer Hollow Farm

http://www.fodhf.org/farm_tour_2012_flyer.pdf

Deer Hollow Farm - 7550 Saint Joseph Avenue Los Altos CA 94024

Admission: $5 (Children under 2 free)

650-903-6430

info@fodhf.org

Start Time(s): 10am-1pm

Visit the animals in their pens and learn about homestead farming during the annual Deer Hollow Farm tours Meet the new farm babies: a calf, goats, piglets, lambs, and chicks Spend some time with the cow, pigs, goats, rabbits, sheep, ducks and chickens Walk through the large vegetable garden and century-old farm buildings, and visit the Nature Center for exciting hands-on learning Sponsored by the nonprofit Friends of Deer Hollow Farm, the tours are about an hour and conducted in small groups led by trained docents Tours include the award-winning short film about Deer Hollow Farm, Lessons of the Land The Farm’s new Nature Center with a stuffed mountain lion on exhibit and the Friends' booth will be open]]>

Niles Canyon Railway Train Rides - Niles Departure, 1st and 3rd Sundays

02-05-2012 - 03-18-2012

Niles Canyon Railway

http://www.ncry.org

Niles Canyon Railway - Niles Station - 37001 Mission Boulevard Fremont CA 94536

Admission: $5-$10

925-862-9063

pla_ncry@ncry.org

http://www.ncry.org/

Start Time(s): 1st and 3rd Sundays: Trains depart Niles between 11:05am and 2:35pm See Official Site for details

Scenic train rides are offered between Niles and Sunol on the historic Niles Canyon Railway The history of trains in Niles Canyon dates back to the building of the original transcontinental railroad, and the current passenger service has been in operation since 1988 The trains have enclosed coaches, open cars, and covered open cars for your selection Seating is first-come, first-served, and the trains operate in any weather The trip time is forty minutes each way, while a round-trip excursion is approximately one hour and twenty-five minutes]]>

Niles Canyon Railway Train Rides - Sunol Departure, 1st and 3rd Sundays

02-05-2012 - 03-18-2012

Niles Canyon Railway

http://www.ncry.org

Niles Canyon Railway - Sunol Depot - 6 Kilkare Road Sunol CA 94586

Admission: $5-$10

925-862-9063

pla_ncry@ncry.org

http://www.ncry.org/

Start Time(s): 1st and 3rd Sundays: Trains depart Sunol between 10:15am and 3:15pm See Official Site for details

Scenic train rides are offered between Niles and Sunol on the historic Niles Canyon Railway The history of trains in Niles Canyon dates back to the building of the original transcontinental railroad, and the current passenger service has been in operation since 1988 The trains have enclosed coaches, open cars, and covered open cars for your selection Seating is first-come, first-served, and the trains operate in any weather The trip time is forty minutes each way, while a round-trip excursion is approximately one hour and twenty-five minutes]]>

Easter Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast in San Bruno

03-31-2012 - 03-31-2012

6

San Bruno Lions & San Bruno Rotary Club

http://sanbruno.mhsoftware.com/ViewMonth.html?year=2012&month=2&offset=1&calendar_id=2&integral=0&dropdown=0&show_stop=0&show_resources=0

San Bruno City Park - 1125 Crystal Springs Road San Bruno CA 94066

Admission: Free* *Pancake Breakfast: $3-$5

(650) 616-7180

Start Time(s): 9am-11am Breakfast 10am Children's activities 11am Easter Egg Hunt

Held in San Bruno City Park, this fun family event is Project PRIDE's 33rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast There is a charge for the optional all-you-can-eat breakfast, but children's activities and the Easter Egg Hunt are free]]>

Plant Clinic

04-01-2012 - 04-01-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 11:30am-1pm

The Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions, from general information to advice about specific problems You may bring samples of your plants for better diagnosis Use a Ziploc or similar baggie to carry your sample If you suspect insect damage, try to include some insects so they can be correctly identified For this program, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Beautiful, Well-Behaved Bamboo - Sunday Garden Seminar

04-01-2012 - 04-01-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Bamboo expert Bob Steward will address this lovely garden option For this free program, open to the public, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

San Jose Taco Festival of Innovation

04-14-2012 - 04-14-2012

6

Moveable Feast

http://sjtaco.com

History Park - 1650 Senter Road San Jose CA 95112

Admission: General Admission: $5-$10 Kids (6-12): $3-$5 Kids (5 and under): Free VIP: $75-$100 Ticket price depends on purchase date

408-800-6825

info@mvblfeast.com

http://tacofestival.eventbrite.com

Start Time(s): 11am-5pm

The feast day will be filled with tastings, art, and performances with a standardized taco price of $2 from over twenty-five of the best food trucks from San Jose to San Francisco Short rib tacos, nacho tacos, Vietnamese shrimp tacos, and even ice cream tacos will be on the day’s menu Tacos in the competition will be voted on by attendees Finalists will be judged by a celebrity panel and prizes will be awarded based on quality and presentation While food is the main attraction, various entertainment options will be provided for the crowd A music stage will be placed with various live musical acts throughout the day There will be a kids area near the stables with pinatas, balloon artists, and face painters Luche Libre (Mexican-style masked wrestling) with full wrestling ring will also occur throughout the festival A selection of approximately 35 art, jewelry, clothing vendors and community partners will also have a presence at the event]]>

Ice Skating - Public Sessions

09-26-2011 - 04-15-2012

6

Winter Lodge

http://winterlodge.com/public-skating/

Winter Lodge - 3009 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94306

Admission: $8 admission $4 skate rental Bulk admission discount cards available

650-493-4566

info@winterlodge.com

http://winterlodge.com/public-skating/

Start Time(s): Mon-Sun: 3pm-5pm Tues-Fri: 8am-10am Fri-Sat: 8pm-10pm Closed 11/24, 12/24, 12/25, 12/31 (at 5pm), 1/1, 4/8

The Winter Lodge is the first and only permanent outdoor ice rink west of the Sierras, a popular Palo Alto tradition established in 1956 Enjoy skating under the open sky, then warm your toes by one of the fireplaces in the clubhouse or outdoors These open sessions are available for all ages]]>

Spring Break Riding Camps - Webb Ranch

04-02-2012 - 04-20-2012

5

Webb Ranch and Family Farm

http://webbranchinc.com/riding_camps.htm

Admission: $295 for the session

(650) 854-7755

http://webbranchinc.com/riding_camps.htm

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-12pm Session 1: 4/2-4/6 Session 2: 4/9-4/13 Session 3: 4/16-4/20

The Webb Ranch Riding School offers a comprehensive program for beginning and intermediate riders Have you seen how much a rider can improve in one riding lesson? Imagine what a whole session can do! Webb Ranch offers a series of Holiday, Spring and Summer riding sessions for children ages 7 to 18 Each riding day starts at 9am and finishes by 12pm During these sessions, the riders will learn grooming, saddling, bridling, and (of course) riding All groups will learn both English and Western, and the session will culminate in a trail ride on the last day Each session is limited to 24 students Students will be divided by age and experience into groups of no more than 8]]>

Spring Farm Tour

04-21-2012 - 04-21-2012

6

Friends of Deer Hollow Farm

http://www.fodhf.org/farm_tour_2012_flyer.pdf

Deer Hollow Farm - 7550 Saint Joseph Avenue Los Altos CA 94024

Admission: $5 (Children under 2 free)

650-903-6430

info@fodhf.org

Start Time(s): 10am-1pm

Visit the animals in their pens and learn about homestead farming during the annual Deer Hollow Farm tours Meet the new farm babies: a calf, goats, piglets, lambs, and chicks Spend some time with the cow, pigs, goats, rabbits, sheep, ducks and chickens Walk through the large vegetable garden and century-old farm buildings, and visit the Nature Center for exciting hands-on learning Sponsored by the nonprofit Friends of Deer Hollow Farm, the tours are about an hour and conducted in small groups led by trained docents Tours include the award-winning short film about Deer Hollow Farm, Lessons of the Land The Farm’s new Nature Center with a stuffed mountain lion on exhibit and the Friends' booth will be open]]>

34th Annual Family Spring Parade

04-28-2012 - 04-28-2012

6

City of Mountain View

http://mountainview.gov/city_hall/comm_services/recreation_programs_and_services/community_events/downtown_spring_parade.asp

Admission: Free

650-903-6331

Start Time(s): 12pm-3pm

The Recreation Division invites you to join the 34th Annual Spring Family Parade, "Rock-It to the Future!" Be part of a community-wide event that will focus on innovations for the future, sustainability, robotics and music All community groups are encouraged to participate in this fun spring event! Grab your friends, neighbors and colleagues, decorate your vehicle or float and join us! New float contest! Floats will be judged during the parade and winners will be announced in Pioneer Park after the parade The Parade will begin on Castro Street at Villa Street at noon on Saturday, April 28, 2012 and continue into Pioneer Park for crafts, games, music and fun! If you or your group would like to participate in the parade, visit our website or call the Recreation Division, 650-903-6331 Applications due Friday, April 6, 2012]]>

22nd Annual Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show

04-28-2012 - 04-29-2012

Miramar Events

http://www.miramarevents.com/dreammachines/index.html

Admission: $20 ($30 for 2-day pass) for adults $10 ($15 for 2-day pass) for ages 11-17 and 65+ Free for kids age 10 and under

650-726-2328

http://www.miramarevents.com/dreammachines/tickets.html

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 10am-4pm

There's nothing quite like the Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show -- Half Moon Bay's massive celebration of mechanical ingenuity, power and style It's a whimsical, fascinating, amusing, curious and absolutely unique show and tell spectacle featuring 2,000 magnificent driving, flying and working machines from the 20th and 21st centuries The world's coolest cars of every era and style, model-T fire engines, vintage busses, custom motorcycles, tricked out trucks, sleek streamliners, one-of-a-kind antique engines and tractors and historic military aircraft will be among the mesmerizing displays Headline attractions scheduled to appear include the show's first ever super-gnarly Demolition Derby; the titanic, hard-to-fathom, gasp-inducing world's largest monster-cycle -- named "Dream Big", the custom-built motorcycle weighs 6,500 pounds and is 11 feet tall and 20 feet long with 10-foot handlebars and 6-foot tall, 3-foot wide tires; the Northrop-produced aviation design wonder "Flying Wing," a long-range bomber with two wings and no fuselage; the world's fastest and loudest jet-powered "rocket bike" and myriad speed machines in World Record Wonderland;and much more! See a special display of magnificent military aircraft including an F/A-18 Hornet, the Estrella Warbird Museum's historic Douglas C-47, an array of P-51 Mustangs, a massive US Coast Guard C-130 transport aircraft and an impressive lineup of T-33, T-6 and T-28 military fighters and trainers Many will be doing spine-tingling fly-overs during the show Thrilling rides will be offered in everything from helicopters and vintage bi-planes to a T-6 military trainer and P-51 Mustang -- rides range from $40-$600]]>

The Rivers of Chocolate Festival

04-29-2012 - 04-29-2012

EHC LifeBuilders

http://www.ehclifebuilders.org/2011/12/18/rivers-of-chocolate-16-annual-benefit/

The Mountain Winery - 14831 Pierce Road Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $125 per ticket $100 if purchased before Valentine's Day (2/14)  

https://ehclifebuilders.ejoinme.org/MyPages/RiversofChocolate2012/tabid/334129/Default.aspx

Start Time(s): 1pm-5pm

Please join us for an afternoon of fine wine, chocolate, and savory tastings while enjoying live music, bidding on live and silent auction items, and helping a good cause On April 29, 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm at the Mountain Winery in Saratoga, CA for Rivers of Chocolate, the premier wine, chocolate and savory tasting event Rivers of Chocolate benefits the programs of EHC LifeBuilders--one of the leading provider of shelter and services for homeless adults, families and children, and transition foster youth in Santa Clara County About Rivers of Chocolate -Chocolatiers, restaurateurs, confectioners, vintners, spirit makers, and other vendors -125 volunteers from local companies giving their time and expertise -High-end silent auction -Live auction with extraordinary items -Live music]]>

Plant Clinic

05-06-2012 - 05-06-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 11:30am-1pm

The Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions, from general information to advice about specific problems You may bring samples of your plants for better diagnosis Use a Ziploc or similar baggie to carry your sample If you suspect insect damage, try to include some insects so they can be correctly identified For this program, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Plant Progation Made Easy - Sunday Garden Seminar

05-06-2012 - 05-06-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

Our speaker will be gardening expert James Kern For this free program, which is open to the public, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

Spring Farm Tour

05-19-2012 - 05-19-2012

6

Friends of Deer Hollow Farm

http://www.fodhf.org/farm_tour_2012_flyer.pdf

Deer Hollow Farm - 7550 Saint Joseph Avenue Los Altos CA 94024

Admission: $5 (Children under 2 free)

650-903-6430

info@fodhf.org

Start Time(s): 10am-1pm

Visit the animals in their pens and learn about homestead farming during the annual Deer Hollow Farm tours Meet the new farm babies: a calf, goats, piglets, lambs, and chicks Spend some time with the cow, pigs, goats, rabbits, sheep, ducks and chickens Walk through the large vegetable garden and century-old farm buildings, and visit the Nature Center for exciting hands-on learning Sponsored by the nonprofit Friends of Deer Hollow Farm, the tours are about an hour and conducted in small groups led by trained docents Tours include the award-winning short film about Deer Hollow Farm, Lessons of the Land The Farm’s new Nature Center with a stuffed mountain lion on exhibit and the Friends' booth will be open]]>

Repotting Orchids When Horticulturally Challenged - Sunday Garden Seminar

06-03-2012 - 06-03-2012

The San Mateo Arboretum Society

http://www.sanmateoarboretum.org/SMAS_Events/index.htm

Central Park - San Mateo - 50 E 5th Avenue San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

(650) 574-1677

Start Time(s): 1pm-3pm

This annual favorite is presented by the Peninsula Orchid Society For this free program, open to the public, please meet at the Kohl Pumphouse in San Mateo's Central Park]]>

The Dream Mile 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon 2012

06-10-2012 - 06-10-2012

Vibha - Help Them Grow

http://thedreammile.org/bayarea

Hellyer County Park - 985 Hellyer Avenue San Jose CA

Admission: 5K: $20 (Early bird*), $25 (regular) 10K: $25 (Early bird*), $30 (regular) Half Marathon: $45 (Early bird*), $60 (regular) Free for Children under 12 *Early bird ends May 27th

http://wiki.vibha.org/Dream_Mile:2011_Bayarea_Home

Start Time(s): 6:30am  Registration 7:30am  Race Starts  

Dreammile is a family friendly run which includes following fun activities * Professionally Timed * Free T-Shirt to all runners * Free Food * On-site Massage * Music, Carnival, Face Painting, * Henna/Mehendiand a lot more fun]]>

Fremont Festival of the Arts

08-04-2012 - 08-05-2012

Fremont Chamber of Commerce

http://fremontfestival.net

Admission: Free

510-795-2244

Start Time(s): 10am-6pm

The Fremont Festival of the Arts hosts a wide variety of activities and entertainment for the entire family: over 700 top-quality artisan booths delight the most discerning shoppers, music lovers enjoy continuous music featured on three stages, children are thrilled with the many games and activities found in “Kid City”, and Gourmet Marketplace offers gourmet specialties for the discerning cook  ]]>

Judith Selby Lang's LawnBowls Installation

02-01-2012 - 02-01-2013

6

Palo Alto Art Center

http://cityofpaloalto.org/artcenter

Admission: Free

650-329-2366

artcenter@cityofpaloalto.org

Start Time(s): All Day, Every Day - Outdoor Installation

The acclaimed Palo Alto Art Center will present Bay Area artist Judith Selby Lang's LawnBowls, the next new temporary site-specific installation in its series exploring art in public and community spaces Opening February 1, 2012, LawnBowls will be installed on the grounds of the Palo Alto Lawn Bowls Club, 474 Embarcadero in Palo Alto, through February 2013 Lang's work has been celebrated for its striking focus on the relationship between humans and the environment LawnBowls will be created by the public in several community workshops using recycled plastic bags to create monumental ball sculptures For information, visit wwwcityofpaloaltoorg/artcenter "As a mixed media installation artist I am exploring the personal and global impact of detritus," says Lang "Through my art, I hope to bring awareness to crucial environmental issues and enliven public space Plastic is my primary material because it's free, it's ubiquitous, it's archival As we come to the end of the Era of Oil, plastic seems to be the material most expressive of our times And, like diamonds, it is forever" LawnBowls will be an installation of 10-12 large balls created from single-use plastic bags arranged on the lawn space adjacent to the Palo Alto Lawn Bowls Club The balls will appear as a game in progress--as if some giant players had just left the scene These colorful sculptures will provide a compelling example of a playful reuse of what might otherwise be trash or perhaps recycled The creation of LawnBowls will involve a community effort Workshops with the public (including youth, veterans, seniors and others) will be held at several locations in Palo Alto and East Palo Alto Participants will help cut hundreds of bags into strips to form the wrapping and will help to twine the bags around the form Working together, participants will gain pride in crafting something bigger than they could do on their own And they will help to make an important statement about plastic pollution The awareness of the problem with single-use plastic bags is increasing The City of Palo Alto has been proactive, banning the bags in larger grocery stores in 2009 Efforts to educate the public about this important change continue In a fun and eye-catching way LawnBowls will contribute to this effort LawnBowls is presented in conjunction with the Palo Alto Lawn Bowls Club, (wwwpalbcorg), is co-sponsored by the Palo Alto Public Art Commission and is supported by the Palo Alto Art Center Foundation Double Take and Clear-Story were funded, in part, by the Palo Alto Art Center Foundation through an IMLS grant In addition to LawnBowls, Judith Selby Lang will also create a second related site-specific installation in the Palo Alto in the spring of 2012, dates and details to be announced]]>

East Palo Alto Community Farmers' Market

02-04-2012 - 01-01-2037

6

East Palo Alto YMCA

http://www.ymcasv.org/eastpaloalto/html/programs_farmersmarket.html

Admission: Free

650-324-2769

Start Time(s): Sat: 2pm-5pm

The East Palo Alto Community Farmers' Market is a community-based and youth-focused certified Farmers' Market Founded in June 2008, the Market seeks to provide a source of fresh, health and local produce in a friendly community gathering space in East Palo Alto Shop at the Farmers’ Market for healthy and delicious food!]]>

Daly City Farmers' Market

02-09-2012 - 01-01-2037

6

California Farmers' Markets Association

http://cafarmersmkts.com/markets/category/daly-city

Admission: Free

925-465-4690

Start Time(s): Thurs, Sun: 9am-1pm

A fixture in the community since 1991, the Daly City Farmers' Market is held in the West side of the parking lot at Daly City’s Serramonte Center, behind Target It features different delicious seasonal crops throughout the year]]>

De Anza Flea Market - 1st Saturdays

12-03-2011 - 01-01-2037

6

De Anza College

http://www.deanza.edu/fleamarket/

De Anza College - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: Free ($3 parking in college lots B & C)

http://www.deanza.edu/fleamarket/

Start Time(s): 1st Saturday of month:: 8am-4pm

The De Anza Flea Market is held the first Saturday of each month, rain or shine, in Campus Parking Lots A and B When the weather is good, this huge event will typically draw approximately 15,000 to 20,000 shoppers It began as a small effort by the students of De Anza College to raise money for the student body decades ago and has grown into an established community event, attracting vendors and patrons from throughout the state The Flea Market is still a student enterprise, with the De Anza Associated Student Body paying for all of the expenses and gaining approximately $300,000 annually for a variety of programs, services and events at De Anza College]]>

San Jose Flea Market

01-02-2010 - 01-01-2037

San Jose Flea Market

http://sjfm.com/

Admission: Free admission $5 parking

http://sjfm.com/

Start Time(s): Dawn to Dusk

Smack-dab in the heart of Silicon Valley, the global center of technological innovation, sits a bustling 120 acre land bastion of "no tech" businesses that host more than four million visitors a year The San Jose Flea Market opened its gates in 1960, and its property now encompasses about 1,000 small buildings, 1,000 open-air stalls, and all sorts of amenities At this event, you can find an enormous variety of collectibles arts, crafts, comic books, belt buckles, jewelry, and more You can also find a huge selection of fashion clothing, walking shoes, fine furniture, and tools-from bonsai pruning shears to power miters You can enjoy freshly prepared International and California foods from twenty-five restaurants, dozens of snack carts and outdoor barbecues Visitors are surrounded by music from all countries and in all styles from authentic mariachis to a cappella oldies Younger visitors enjoy an old-fashioned carousel and a number of playgrounds, the toy stores and the cool depths of the arcade Spice shops, fish markets and delicatessens dot California's largest farmers' market, Produce Row It's a shaded, quarter-mile long marketplace packed with produce from around the world, as well as fruits and vegetables fresh from California farms]]>

Bicycle Sundays

11-06-2011 - 01-01-2037

San Mateo County

http://www.co.sanmateo.ca.us/portal/site/parks/menuitem.16bfc0a32453ee4482439054d17332a0/?vgnextoid=8d49f80110f4d110VgnVCM1000001d37230aRCRD&vgnextchannel=6d49f80110f4d110VgnVCM1000001d37230a____&vgnextfmt=DivisionsLanding

Admission: Free

650-361-1785

Start Time(s): Sun: 9am-3pm

On Sundays, Cañada Road is closed between the Filoli entrance and Highway 92 allowing for non-motorized activities including jogging, bicycling, hiking, roller-skating, and walking (Strollers are welcome, but no ball/frisbee activity allowed) Cañada Road between Edgewood Road to the Filoli entrance will remain open to vehicles Restrooms are available at nearby Edgewood Park and Preserve, approximately 12 miles away, as well at the Pulgas Water Temple and Filoli Estate Bring your own water to the event Parking is available at both ends of the road An event permit is needed for large, organized groups of bicyclists, skateboarders, roller bladers or walkers For more information please call the parks reservation desk at (650) 363-4021 or the Supervising Ranger at (650) 851-1210 This event is subject to cancellation for weather, conditions, or staffing Call the Bicycle Sunday Hotline at (650) 361-1785 on the day of the event for an update]]>

Pleasanton Farmers Market

03-05-2011 - 01-01-2037

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City of Pleasanton

http://www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/news/?nid=509

Pleasanton - Downtown - Main Street & W Angela Street Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: Free

http://www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/news/?nid=509

Start Time(s): 9am-1pm

The Pleasanton Farmers’ Market is located at Main Street and West Angela Street in downtown Pleasanton and operates every Saturday throughout the year, rain or shine The Market features the season’s freshest fruits and vegetables, all California-grown and sold to you by the farmers that planted, nurtured and harvested the crop While shopping the market, take a moment to help your friends and neighbors in need by participating in the Open Heart program The Pleasanton Farmers’ Market and Open Heart Kitchen have partnered to collect donations of fresh produce for the 3,500 meals Open Heart serves each week Open Heart Kitchen is a nonprofit meal service dedicated to providing nutritious prepared food to those in need in Livermore, Dublin and Pleasanton Simply purchase some extra fruits or vegetables and ask the farmer to bag them separately, and then drop that bag into any of the collection boxes located throughout the market]]>

South First Fridays - Art Walk

11-04-2011 - 01-01-2037

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South First Fridays

http://www.southfirstfridays.com

SoFA District - S 1st Street & E San Salvador Street San Jose CA

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): 1st Fri of the month: 8pm

South First Fridays is an eclectic evening of arts and culture in downtown San Jose's SoFA District every first Friday of the month During this event, many venues host opening receptions with special programming and live music Participating art venues include Anno Domini, MACLA, San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, SLG Art Boutiki and Gallery, Phantom Galleries, and more]]>

Campbell Farmers' Market

12-05-2010 - 01-01-2037

City of Campbell

http://www.urbanvillageonline.com/markets/campbell.php

Admission: Free

408-378-6252

info@CampbellChamber.com

Start Time(s): Sun: 9am-1pm

A stroll through downtown Campbell on a Sunday morning can bombard the senses with the aroma of fresh kettle corn, bread, fruit, flowers, and live music For many residents, the Campbell Farmer's Market is a weekly ritual where they enjoy a mix of local growers, bakers, artisans, florists and specialty foods]]>

Rodin Sculpture Garden - Public Tours

10-30-2011 - 01-01-2037

Cantor Arts Center

http://museum.stanford.edu/view/rodin.html

Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University - Lomita Drive & Museum Way Stanford CA 94305-5060

Admission: Free

650-723-3469

Start Time(s): Wed: 2pm Sat: 11:30am Sun: 3pm

The Cantor Art Center’s collection of Rodin bronzes is the largest in the world outside Paris, second only to the Musee Rodin More than fifty works by Rodin are on view inside the Center, mostly cast bronze, but also works in wax, plaster, and terra cotta Twenty bronzes, including The Gates of Hell -- which Rodin worked for two decades to complete -- are outside in the Sculpture Garden The Burghers of Calais are nearby on campus The garden is open 24 hours a day, is lit at night for nightime viewings, and is adjacent to the Cantor Arts Center Free public tours are available on Wednesdays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11:30 am, and Sundays at 3 pm, rain or shine Meet in the main lobby]]>

Docent-Led Tours

06-30-2010 - 01-01-2037

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Gamble Garden

http://www.gamblegarden.org

Gamble Garden - 1431 Waverley Street Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5/person (8 person group minimum)

650-329-1356

admin@gamblegarden.org

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: call to schedule

Guided tours of the Gamble House and surrounding buildings as well as the Elizabeth F Gamble Gardens and grounds are included in this historical and horticultural docent-led tour]]>

The Sunset Garden Tour - Free Self-Guided Tours

11-07-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Sunset Magazine

http://www.sunset.com/garden/landscaping-design/sunset-garden-tour-00400000015024/

Sunset Magazine Garden - 80 Willow Road Menlo Park CA 94025

Admission: Free RSVP for groups of 10 or more

650-321-3600

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm

Sunset's garden is open for free, self-guided tours from 9am to 4pm Mondays through Fridays (except holidays and the week before Celebration Weekend in early June) Sunset's headquarters sits upon land that was originally part of a grant to Don José Arguello, governor of Spanish California in 1815 The early-California-style buildings that house our offices reflect that influence They were designed by Cliff May, father of the California ranch-style home, to bridge indoor and outdoor living spaces The main building opened in 1952 The original Sunset display garden was designed by Thomas Church, the dean of Western landscape architects It included a border that followed the contours of San Francisquito Creek, with distinct areas representing the major climate zones of the West, from the deserts of Arizona and Southern California to the cold, wet areas of the Northwest Many of these original trees and shrubs still stand, retaining the regional flavor of the border But a major renovation in early spring 2000, under the direction of Chris Jacobson and Beverly Sarjeant of Garden Art, brought a fresh new look to the garden Trees, shrubs, vines, ground covers, perennials, and ornamental grases now show how foliage textures and colors can combine for beautiful effects Flower color comes primarily from blooming shrubs and perennials This is truly a garden for all seasons]]>

California Avenue Farmers' Market - Palo Alto

11-06-2011 - 01-01-2037

California Avenue Area Development Association

http://www.urbanvillageonline.com/markets/california.php

Admission: Free

510-745-7100

Start Time(s): Sun: 9am-1pm

Sunday mornings throughout the year, local farmers bring their fresh produce to Palo Alto's California Avenue district for this Farmers'' Market Sponsored by the California Avenue Area Development Association, it is operated by Urban Village Farmers' Market Association]]>

Downtown Campbell ArtWalk - Third Fridays

11-18-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Downtown Campbell Business Association

http://www.downtowncampbellartwalk.com

Admission: Free

408-378-5000

Start Time(s): Third Friday of month: 6pm-9pm

Experience the exciting and popular ArtWalk in downtown Campbell every third Friday of the month Be sure to stop by, visit with the artists in their galleries/studios and view their exciting new work Featuring several galleries and studios, downtown Campbell is the place for art lovers to be! The Downtown Campbell ArtWalk is a casual, "tour-on-your-own"-style art walk This is a great opportunity to visit with the artists and view their exciting new works in a friendly, casual atmosphere Artists and Galleries include The Art Beat, Heartworks Studio, Gallery of Dreams Gallery, Lorraine Lawson Fine Arts, Sonya Paz Fine Art Gallery, Debbie Marie Gallery, Vis a Vis Quilt Gallery, and Stone Griffin Gallery Several guest artists are also featured at galleries and retailers throughout town]]>

Ohlone College Super Flea Market - 2nd Saturdays

02-12-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Ohlone College

http://www2.ohlone.edu/org/flea_mkt/shoppers.html

Admission: Free admission $2 Parking

rettare@ohlone.edu

Start Time(s): Sat: 8am-3pm

The Ohlone College Super Flea Market is held the second Saturday of every month, year-round Hundreds of vendors each month sell homemade crafts, jewelry, food, tools, gift items, toys, household supplies, collectibles, used items, cosmetics, electronics, food and much more!]]>

San Mateo Farmers' Market

03-12-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association

http://www.pcfma.com/market_home.php?market_id=15

College of San Mateo - 1700 W Hillsdale Boulevard San Mateo CA 94402

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): Sat: 9am-1pm

The College of San Mateo plays host to this farmers' market that has earned a reputation as one of the best farmers' markets on the Peninsula Visit on a Saturday to find out what all the excitement is about!  ]]>

Horseback Riding Lessons

08-30-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Glenoaks Equestrian Center

http://www.glenoaks-equestrian.com/ridingschool.htm

Admission: $65 Group Lessons (per student, hour) $100 Private Lessons (per student, hour)

650-854-4955

Start Time(s): Tues-Sun: Call for Times

Glenoaks Stables offers quality instruction to both youths and adults Its program teaches students to understand a horse’s natural movement and how we can influence this movement as riders A solid foundation starts with focusing on gaining control and understanding of one’s own body movements and biomechanics so that the rider can effectively influence the horse’s natural movement Group and Private lessons are available, as are Mommy/Daddy and Me Riding Lessons for parents and kids (ages 3-5) During these lessons, children and their parents bond over grooming and handling ponies The child progresses at their own pace and will begin riding when the comfort level of both the parent and child allow]]>

Saratoga Village MarketPlace - Wednesdays

10-12-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Saratoga Chamber of Commerce

http://www.saratogachamber.org

Saratoga Village - Big Basin Way & 5th Street Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): Weds: 2:30pm-6:30pm* Year-Round *Hours may vary during winter months

The Saratoga Chamber of Commerce brings this market to Blaney Plaza as part of its ongoing efforts to bring shoppers to the Village of Saratoga It invites all Saratoga residents and visitors to drop by and experience first-hand the farm-fresh produce, breads sundries and the wildly popular, freshly-popped kettle corn The Saratoga MarketPlace is open every Wednesday at the entrance to downtown Saratoga Village Park conveniently behind US Bank Stock up with fresh produce and more from local farmers including: Produce, plus fresh and dried fruits - C & C Farms Seafood and Fish - H & H Seafood and Fish Organic produce - Nagamine Nursery Organic strawberries - PK Farms Blueberries - Rainbow Orchards Gourmet breads, cakes & rolls - Edith's Bakery Infused olive oils and vinegars - Big Paw Olive Oil Dried apricots, chutneys, jams and toppings - B&R Farms Gold Rush Kettle Corn – addictively yummy! Fresh from the farm, it just tastes better! Support Saratoga Village and healthy eating in one short trip to the MarketPlace in Blaney Plaza every Wednesday]]>

Lemos Farm - Family Fun

11-01-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Lemos Farm

http://www.lemosfarm.com

Lemos Farm - 12320 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Admission: $5 Day Pass* for Adults $15 Day Pass* for kids up to 70lbs *Day Pass includes unlimited rides *Activities may also be purchased individually See Official Site for Details Free parking

650-726-2342

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 8am-5pm See Official Site for expanded Summer Hours

Lemos Farm has many fun family activities for the public throughout the year It offers pony rides, train rides, hay rides, a petting zoo, the OK Play Corral, laser tag, and more!]]>

Docent-Led Nature Walk of Edgewood Natural Preserve - Third Saturdays

11-19-2011 - 01-01-2037

Friends of Edgewood Natural Preserve

http://www.friendsofedgewood.org/docent_walks_year_round.htm

Admission: Free No reservations are needed, unless you have a group of 10 or more

Start Time(s): 3rd Sat of Month: 10am-1pm

To display the treasures of Edgewood Natural Preserve all year long, Friends of Edgewood’s trained docents guide nature hikes on the third Saturday morning of each month The 3-4 mile walks vary according to the docent and the current happenings in the Preserve These free walks start atthe Bill and Jean Lane Education Center Bring water, a hat, sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and a snack, if you wish There is no stop for lunch, but picnic tables are usually available after the walks in the Old Stage Day Camp area]]>