Recent A&E Features
Thursday, December 7, 2023
With her holiday show, singer-songwriter Storm Large may mark the season in ways that are spicier than most, but she also makes room for miracles and a big helping of goodwill. Stanford Live presents Large's "Holiday Ordeal" Dec. 8-9.
Thursday, 5:44 PM | No comments yetFor Los Altos High School student Julia Fung, the holidays bring more than just good food and fun with friends and with family. The enterprising 16-year-old is busy planning her annual concert that raises funds for local nonprofits.
Thursday, 3:29 PM | No comments yetThis week, hear Kitka's "Wintersongs," catch Smuin's "The Christmas Ballet" and learn the stories behind popular holiday songs at Stanford Live. Plus Terrapin Family Band, CSMA Merit Scholars Concert and Palo Alto Philharmonic.
Thursday, 11:40 AM | No comments yetWednesday, December 6, 2023
In 2015, when Geoff Kober was working at a San Francisco cafe, gluten-free bread was a staple on supermarket shelves. But even with a decade of sales and traction to perfect the recipe, the product was still subpar for Kober.
Wednesday, 11:22 AM | No comments yetTuesday, December 5, 2023
Consider these gems -- from interactive picture books to murder mysteries -- from authors who might live just down the street.
Tuesday, 10:52 AM | No comments yetFriday, December 1, 2023
If you're hoping to find cozy dining and/or sipping destinations with a warm glow, you may want to give these a try.
Friday, 11:46 AM | No comments yetThursday, November 30, 2023
This week, catch a new take on "The Jungle Book," get cheerful with "Elf, The Musical," hear steel drums at The Guild, see a world-premiere musical of "The Velveteen Rabbit" and bask in "A Candlelit Homecoming" choral concert.
Thursday, 10:25 AM | No comments yetWednesday, November 29, 2023
To listen to Los Altos-raised musician Margo Cilker's latest album is to travel down a trail with a seasoned rambler; to hear a fresh voice with an old soul; and to reckon with nostalgia both real and imagined.
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