‘Heathens’ chronicles five people challenging their fundamentalist upbringings
Peninsula filmmakers’ documentary will have its world premiere this month at the United Nations Association Film Festival. The festival, which highlights films about human rights, opens Oct. 15 in Palo Alto.
What’s up this week: Local author Marley-Rose Teter, Afro-Latin jazz, a spirited symphony opener and more
This week, local author Marley-Rose Teter shares her debut YA novel and slack-key masters bring Hawaii to the Peninsula. Plus, a Nashville singer-songwriter at The Guild, Bruno Mars at Levi’s Stadium and more.
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.
Why a Foster City resident started his own line of decaf teas
Chris Horng’s company de-tea offers decaffeinated teas in green and black varieties, with more options brewing.
First look: Japanese supermarket Hashi Market to open first West Coast location in Cupertino
From unique snacks such as banana-flavored corn dogs to Japanese staples including soy sauce and miso paste, Silicon Valley’s newest Japanese supermarket has no shortage of tasty and functional finds.
Fast-casual Burmese restaurant TleafGreen is coming to Mountain View
From Mingalaba in Burlingame to Burma Taste in Sunnyvale, the Peninsula has quite a selection of Burmese food – but notably, all are sit-down restaurants. That’s where Mountain View newcomer TleafGreen is hoping to fill the void.
“Something Rotten!” a musical that mashes up Shakespeare and Broadway, Oct. 2-17 at Woodside Musical Theatre
“Placeless,” Kronos Quartet with singers Mahsa and Marjan Vahdat Oct. 11 at Stanford Live
Bagwell & Troy: Backroads and Crossroads Oct. 9 at Community School of Music and Arts
“Imagine All the Wishes” Make-a-Wish Foundation benefit concert with Drew Harrison and Tommy Cosentino playing the music of John Lennon Oct. 11 at Club Fox
Local author and psychologist Kelly McGonigal discusses her book “Joy Is a Risk Worth Taking” Oct. 21 at Kepler’s Books
Bay Area cover band Past Curfew‘s annual Playlist benefit concert for Boys & Girls Clubs Oct. 23 at The Guild Theatre
Acrobatics, clowning and other traditional circus acts with Zoppé Italian Family Circus, Nov. 6-29 at Redwood City Library main parking lot
“New Moon, New Books: Poetry and Prose,” with five authors reading from their books, Nov. 9 at Fireside Books
Kepler’s Books annual benefit with author Abraham Verghese, Nov. 16 at Kepler’s Books
A recital of works by Rachmaninoff, Beethoven and Schubert with pianist Hélène Grimaud, Dec. 6 at Bing Concert Hall, Stanford
Dancing with the Stars Live! March 27 at SAP Center, San Jose (on sale Oct. 13)
October tips for your Peninsula garden: Cover crops, persimmons, shallots — and coffee
Should you put coffee grounds in your garden? When are persimmons ready to pick? Master Gardeners answer those questions and offer timely tips on winter soil care, planting garlic and shallots, and harvesting pomegranates.
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