South Bay and Peninsula
July 18
Guys and Dolls: Children’s Musical Theater stages this classic musical based on the book by Damon Runyon. This CMT Rising Stars production features a cast of performers ages 10 to 14. 7 p.m., Montgomery Theater, 271 S. Market St., San Jose. sanjose.org/events
San Jose Water Lantern Festival: Bringing people together for a celebration of light and community. 5:30 p.m., Almaden Lake Park, 6099 Winfield Blvd., San Jose. waterlanternfestival.com
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One Night of Queen: Gary Mullen and The Works performing their Queen tribute. 7:30 p.m., Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. mountainwinery.com/events
July 19
Stanford Jazz: Clarinetist Anat Cohen and seven-string guitarist Marcello Gonçalves team up to showcase their talents. 7:30 p.m., Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford. events.stanford.edu
SJMADE Summer Fair: San José Made will be holding its third annual Summer Fair on July 19-20. 11 a.m., Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara. sanjosemade.com
July 20
Clay & Connection: Explore the art of hand-building with expert guidance from Chubby Hands Ceramics. 10 a.m., 1171 Homestead Road, #140B, Santa Clara. bit.ly/3IdPJix
Levitt Pavilion San Jose 2025 Concert Series: Tropa Magica blends the guitar and rhythms of ’60s Peruvian Cumbias and ’90s grunge with a neo-southern psychedelic twist 3:30 p.m., St. James Park, North Second and East St. James streets., San Jose. sjdowntown.com
July 21
The Singers’ Academy: An immersive training experience designed for high school students ages 14 to 18 who are looking to refine their vocal technique and stage presence. Opera San José headquarters, 2149 Paragon Drive, San Jose. operasj.org/the-singers-academy
Digital Discovery Workshops: A free, three-day workshop designed for children ages 9 to 12. 9:30 a.m., Joyce Ellington Library, 491 E. Empire St., San Jose. bit.ly/4lhAfZD
Stanford Jazz Workshop: The SJW Mentor Fellows take the stage. 7:30 p.m., Braun Music Center, Campbell Recital Hall, 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. events.stanford.edu
July 22
Tinker Tuesday: Children ages 3 to 10 are invited to play, imagine, build and create. 4 p.m., Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave., Los Gatos. losgatosca.libcal.com/event/14187926
Stanford Jazz: Bassist and composer Noah Garabedian steps into the spotlight for the first time as a lyricist, joined by Bay Area vocalist Valerie Troutt. 7:30 p.m., Braun Music Center, Campbell Recital Hall, 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. events.stanford.edu
July 23
Cookbook Club: Choose a recipe to make from one of the many cookbooks or other resources in the library’s collection. 5 p.m., Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave., Los Gatos. losgatosca.libcal.com/event/13496897
Ben Bankas: Originally from Toronto, the comedian is now based in Austin, Texas. In 2023 he took over the Canadian comedy scene, selling out venues from coast to coast. 8 p.m., San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose. improv.com/sanjose
July 24
A Taste of Water Skiing: Learn how to water ski with the Santa Clara County Water Ski Club. All equipment, lessons and other resources will be provided. It’s a great time for ages 8 to 17. Noon, Calero Boat Launch entrance at 23105 McKean Road, San Jose. 408-355-2240. parks.santaclaracounty.gov/taste-water-skiing-0
Paper Dolls Craft: Learn how to design a character and its wardrobe. 4 p.m., Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave., Los Gatos. losgatosca.libcal.com/event/14344706
Los Lonely Boys: They have been making music together for 17 years, and they show no signs of slowing down or losing inspiration. 7:30 p.m., Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. mountainwinery.com/events
East Bay
July 18
Manilow — The Last Oakland Concert: Barry Manilow has been entertaining people for decades. 7 p.m., Oakland Arena, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland. bit.ly/4eIqPUy
Gyedu-Blay Ambolley: The prolific jazz musician plays in the East Bay. 8 p.m., Cornerstone Craft Beer & Live Music, 2367 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley. bit.ly/40Cbhvu
Bad Art Comedy: Come see local artists share stories of their botched and ill-conceived projects and where it all went wrong. 8 p.m., All Out Comedy Theater, 2550 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. [email protected], bit.ly/44wljPV
July 19
Alameda Hospital/Leonardville/Meyers House Walk: The walk will begin with a discussion of Alameda Hospital led by Louise Nakada, a public affairs and community engagement spokesperson. The group will then explore Old South Shore and learn about famous architects of Alameda. 9 a.m., meet at the front entrance of the new Alameda Hospital inside the parking lot, 2070 Clinton Ave., [email protected], 510-747-7529. alamedaca.gov/Home
Fred Wesley and the New JBs: Bandleader/trombonist Wesley helped make James Brown’s music what it was and later played a key role in the development of P-Funk. 8 p.m, The Freight, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. 510-644-2020. secure.thefreight.org
July 20
Paula Fuga: Exquisite vocals, powerful lyrics and gorgeous melodies make Paula Fuga one of the most sought-after live performers in Hawaii. 7 p.m., The Freight, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. 510-644-2020. secure.thefreight.org
All-4-One: Their songs include “I Swear,” “I Can Love You Like That,” “So Much In Love,” “I Turn To You,” “These Arms” and “Beautiful As You.” 7 p.m., 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland 510-238-9200. bit.ly/46gFnbR
July 21
We Outside: A musical theater production about a single mother Rian determined to pursue her dreams while navigating the unpredictable challenges of life. 8 p.m., Yoshi’s Oakland, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. yoshis.com/events
July 22
Comedian Tammy Tea Love: Tammy E. Clarke (Tammy Tea Love) was born in Brooklyn, raised in Los Angeles and got her game from the Bay as an Oakland resident. 8 p.m., 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. 510-238-9200. yoshis.com/events
July 23
The Foghorn Stringband: This old-time American string music band has eight albums, thousands of shows, more than 25 years of touring under their belts and a new generation of roots musicians following their lead. 8 p.m., The Freight, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. 510-644-2020. secure.thefreight.org
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