Local groups unite in Portola Valley for event, concert marking U.S.’ 250th anniversary
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, it seems fitting that a group of very different organizations are coming together to present a concert on Oct. 18 hailing this milestone year.
Palo Alto gallery to open with show highlighting two art giants, day of special events
Inaugural exhibit at Hauser & Wirth’s Peninsula location explores friendship of Alexander Calder and Georgia O’Keeffe. The gallery opens its doors Oct. 3 with exhibition walkthroughs, readings, music and more.
What’s up this weekend: Artisans market, fiery jazz, a day at Djerassi, a Silicon Valley-set thriller and more
Find gifts and decor from sustainable sources at FabMo’s Artisans Market, hear jazz that feeds the fire with bassist Hannah Marks, and catch the Sounds of California. Plus, a North Bay congressman shares his new book, a 1980s favorite is at The Guild and more.
Arts news: History museum volunteers, theater workshops and more
A Peninsula history museum seeks volunteers, plus community nights for film fans and theater workshops.
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Performing arts
Review: Palo Alto Players stage hilarious musical ‘Guide’ to cutting the family line
A newly minted heir seeks shortcuts to snagging his new relatives’ fortune in “A Gentleman’s…
Music
Grammy-winning group beats the drum for new music
Chicago-based ensemble Third Coast Percussion will perform a program of works that mark their 20th anniversary in a Sept. 26 concert at Coast Live Music…
Visual arts & more
Photography meets Victorian-era 3D printing in Cantor Arts Center’s new show
‘Solid Pictures’ exhibition presents rare examples of photosculpture, a 19th-century mashup of science and art.
