South Bay and Peninsula
Oct. 10
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women”: Watch this classic novel come to life on stage now through Oct. 12 with a new twist in this adaptation by Lauren Gunderson directed by Giovanna Sardelli. Follow the adventures of four sisters — Meg, Amy, Beth and Jo — exploring life and relationships. 8 p.m., Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. bit.ly/4ntGIBO
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Candlelight — Tribute to Fleetwood Mac: Discover the music of Fleetwood Mac under the glow of candlelight. 6:30 p.m., Corinthian Grand Ballroom, 196 N. Third St., San Jose. bit.ly/4nmPGQO
Elmo and Friends Say Hello: Join Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and their friends from Sesame Street in this event filled with song, dance and play. 6 p.m., San Jose Civic Center, 135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose. bit.ly/4n13Eb8
Oct. 11
Kids’ Kitchen — Hands-On Fresh Pasta-Making 101: Get your “junior chefs” to become pros in this hands-on pasta-making class. The class is open to children ages 6 to 12. 10:30 a.m., Eataly Silicon Valley, 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd., San Jose. bit.ly/489ixnq
Pumpkins in the Park: Enjoy a fun-filled celebration with various activities and food trucks with the whole family. 10 a.m., Discovery Meadow, 180 Woz Way, downtown San Jose. bit.ly/42lKzIy
Oct. 12
Hispanic Heritage month: Celebrate Hispanic culture and heritage with a slew of hands-on activities, performances and themed workshops. Learn how to make maracas, taste Mexican candies and take part in dance exhibitions and lessons. 11 a.m., Children’s Discovery Museum, 180 Woz Way, San Jose. bit.ly/4nOsfzS
“Samson et Dalila:” Watch this three-hour production of Saint-Saëns’ opera based on the biblical story. 2 p.m., Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. bit.ly/4mIinqu
“The Wedding Singer”: Watch this romantic comedy musical based on Adam Sandler’s movie. 2 p.m., Woodside Performing Arts Center, 199 Churchill Ave., Woodside. bit.ly/4nOwTxO
Oct. 13
Red Rock Coffee’s Open Mic: Release the stress of Monday blues by expressing your talents at the Bay Area’s longest-running open mic event. Try out a new song or poem in front of a very supportive audience. 6 p.m., Red Rock Coffee, 201 Castro St, Mountain View. bit.ly/4mElWxW
ABA’s Seventh annual AI and Robotics National Institute: Learn more about the disruption and transformations as lawyers and businesses expand the use of AI. Meet industry leaders and practitioners at this two-day event to learn about the challenges and implications the industry faces. 8:30 a.m., Charney Hall, Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara. bit.ly/42l5xHr
Oct. 14
Santa Clara University Grad Fair: Thinking of a career in counseling or psychology? Then visit the grad fair and learn more about the programs offered at the School of Education and Counseling Psychology. 12 p.m., Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara. bit.ly/4nRSeGH
Prenatal and Postpartum Flow: Learn how to navigate two transformational times a woman goes through — pregnancy and postpartum. Discover how to incorporate breathing, meditation and movement to support these changes. Connect with fellow moms and moms-to-be for community support. 8:30 a.m., Oshman Family Jeff Center for Families (Building G), 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. bit.ly/3VKwoJk
Oct. 15
Cunning Folk: Witchcraft, Magic and Occult Knowledge: Visit this exhibition that explores the historical concept of “cunning folk” in relation to many forms of secret magical rites and knowledge of witchcraft. 11 a.m., Cantor Arts Center, Ruth Levison Halperin Gallery, 328 Lomita Drive, Stanford. stanford.io/4gO1I3n
“Witch Perfect”: Watch this multi-award-winning live-singing comedy parody based on Hocus Pocus. “Witch Perfect” features winners from various seasons of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” 7 p.m., Montgomery Theatre, 271 S. Market St., San Jose. bit.ly/46GCtLN
Music of Guest Composer Gabriela Lena Frank: Experience the vibrant music of composer Gabriela Lena Frank, featuring the San Jose State University Symphony Orchestra and faculty performers from the School of Music. 7:30 p.m., Music Building, Concert Hall, One Washington Square, San Jose. bit.ly/3KMZe9x
Oct. 16
Henry Cho — The Empty Nest Tour: Get a good laugh with comedian Henry Cho, who was inducted as the 229th member of The Grand Ole Opry. Cho has appeared in various late-night shows and was the host of NBC’s Friday Night Videos. 8 p.m., California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose. bit.ly/4q4Xqt1
La Muerte Baila: Watch this hilarious musical on the journey through the afterlife. It is a heartwarming story about remembrance and forgiveness. The musical is in Spanish but features English supertitles. 8 p.m., Mexican Heritage Theater, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose. bit.ly/3IOuqEO
East Bay
Oct. 10
Museum on Main Ghost Walk: Wear a costume and go on this two-hour guided, family-friendly walking tour to Pleasanton’s most haunted sites along Main Street in downtown. You will be given a short introduction by the “Ghost Host” about the history of paranormal activity in the area. The in-person tour starts from the museum every 30 minutes. Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for kids 12 and under. 6 p.m., 603 Main St, Pleasanton. bit.ly/42TpTrq
Friday Night Flicks — “White Zombie”: Watch this 1932 movie about a man who turns to a witch doctor to persuade a woman to break off her engagement. He instead turns her into a zombie slave! 7:30 p.m., Niles Film Museum, 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont. bit.ly/471UW6T
Navigating Aging Well: Simple and Safe Ways to Improve Your Movement: Improve mobility, assess personal fall risk and learn ways to prevent falls before they happen. 12:00 p.m., Room 104, 2111 Bancroft Way, Berkeley. bit.ly/4gpYSBC
Oct. 11
Fire Safety Expo: Come for a pancake breakfast hosted by the Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation and stay for live demonstrations such as rooftop rescue and practical fire safety tips from local firefighters. This family-friendly event will feature type six fire vehicles in action and fire extinguisher training. Also get a chance to meet and greet Sparky the Fire Dog! 8 a.m., 3333 Busch Road, Pleasanton. bit.ly/4nRkgC9
Diwali — India’s Festival of Lights: Celebrate the Festival of Lights with fireworks, food and cultural programs such as Bollywood dances and “Disco Dandiya.” Get your Diwali essentials at some of the vendors offering arts, crafts and traditional Indian clothing. Tickets are $10. 12 p.m., Alameda County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 2005 Valley Ave, Pleasanton. bit.ly/3WdVWyF
Attendees get into the spirit of Oktoberfest during a previous downtown Brentwood event. The annual festival will return to Brentwood this year on Oct. 11. (photo courtesy of Ron Essex — BANG archives)
Brentwood Oktoberfest: Celebrate Oktoberfest at Brentwood with a biergarten, live music, local wine from the Contra Costa Wine Growers, fun zone, craft events for all ages, food from local vendors and downtown restaurants, and the Weiner Dog costume parade. Prost! 1 p.m., 150 City Park Way, Brentwood. bit.ly/48GlETU
Legend Zeppelin — Experience it in Person: Legend Zeppelin is bringing 1969 to Pittsburg, featuring contemporary blues and psychedelic rock at the California Theater. 8 p.m., 351 Railroad Ave., Pittsburg. bit.ly/483Adkh
Creative Growth’s immersive Fashion Lab: Enjoy the immersive fashion lab and create something fashionable and stylish that you will love. Spend the afternoon taking part in hands-on fashion workshops, upcycling and art-making workshops to get your creative juices flowing. 1 p.m., Creative Growth Art Center, 355 24th St., Oakland. bit.ly/46I9dEv
Oct. 12
Mark Bettencourt and the Aftermath: Join Mark Bettencourt and the Aftermath covering songs that you forgot you loved! 5 p.m., Florence Bar, 37349 Niles Blvd, Fremont. bit.ly/4gIAM56
“Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic”: Be sure to catch the last day of this hilarious show about a boy who went to a particular wizard school, but this story is not about him, it’s about Puffs, who happens to be there too! 2 p.m., The Village Theatre, 233 Front St, Danville. bit.ly/3VHuhG8
Oct. 13
Berkeley Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser: Enjoy exploring this pumpkin patch in North Berkeley’s Westbrae neighborhood while doing your part for education. All profits from the pumpkin sales will benefit a local Cornell elementary school. The pumpkin patch is open every day from 9 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Westbrae Nursery, 1272 Gilman St, Berkeley. bit.ly/4h7m2NH
Celebrate the Navy’s 250th Birthday: Join in the celebration aboard the USS Hornet as the United States Navy celebrates its 250th birthday. Explore the history of the Navy, particularly on the significance of this historic ship. 10 a.m., USS Hornet, 707 W. Hornet Ave, Alameda. bit.ly/4gNVrF6
Kids Yoga and Movement: Help your young ones relax, sleep better, improve their emotional regulation, and increase empathy with this instructor-led program for kids ages 6 to 12. 5 p.m., Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont. bit.ly/46Ic54f
Oct. 14
Grief Support Group: Find support as you or your loved ones navigate grief. Share, listen and take comfort in this group, led by Victor Vanloo, Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator for Gentiva Hospice. 10 a.m., Westmont of Brentwood, 450 John Muir Parkway, Brentwood. bit.ly/4nuSFHm
Women, Trans and Femme Bike Nights: Learn how to repair bikes or help rebuild bikes atab donated bikes for the community at the West Oakland Bike Resource Hub, also known as The Crucible. 4 p.m., 1260 Seventh St, Oakland. bit.ly/46DVos9
Oct. 15
Dementia Support Group: Navigate the challenges of caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia. 6 p.m., Westmont of Brentwood, 450 John Muir Parkway, Brentwood. bit.ly/4nRRAcf
Oct. 16
Author Talk with Miranda Spivack: Join Jennifer LaFleur, assistant professor of Data Journalism at UC Berkeley, as she speaks with Spivack, an investigative reporter, and shares her thoughts on local journalism. Spivack talks about access to public records, accountability and reform in her new book “Backroom Deals in Our Backyards.” 6 p.m., 121 North Gate Hall, UC Berkeley. bit.ly/4879tiT
Film screening — “A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Exist’ence”: Watch this movie, a winner at the 2014 Venice Film Festival by Roy Andersson. 7 p.m., 2155 Center Street, Berkeley. bit.ly/46Lntwa
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