Seven spots for First Friday fun
The first Friday of the month has become a go-to day for all kinds of fun. Here are seven ways to enjoy First Fridays on the Peninsula and beyond, from art walks and music to hands-on crafts, poetry and wine.
Lost in thought: Zoya Scholis solo exhibition contemplates the ‘Divine Feminine’
“Divine Feminine,” a solo show of works by Zoya Scholis, highlights her colorful portraits of women, still lifes. The show runs through April 16.
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Celebrate spring at Filoli!
The Garden is filled with thousands of tulips in shades of pink, purple, and white. Happy hyacinths greet you along pathways, while the sweet scent of cherry blossoms waft through the air. See the garden bloom this season and reserve your tickets at filoli.org/visit.
Arts briefs: ‘Book of Mountains and Seas,’ a new symphony’s world premiere, jazz pianists Tammy Hall and Edward Simon and more
This weekend, Chinese mythology comes to life through puppets and music at Stanford Live, Palo Alto Philharmonic debuts a new symphony, jazz pianists Tammy Hall and Edward Simon perform in Palo Alto. Plus singer-songwriter Margo Cilker’s “Valley of Heart’s Delight” in Los Altos, guitarist Ron Artis II in Mountain View and Peninsula Women’s Chorus’ concert in the park.
Housemade pasta and gelato, focaccia sandwiches by the pound and seasonal produce: Il Mercato di Che Fico opens in Menlo Park
Il Mercato di Che Fico opened March 21, just a few feet away from Che Fico Parco Menlo at Springline. I stopped by the Italian market and loaded up my basket with a variety of foods to try.
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Live Music + Community Socials at The Village at San Antonio Center
Gather together for a sensational time with Live Music on First Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. and Community Socials every Second Saturday from Noon-2 p.m. Don’t miss out on the fun! > LEARN MORE
Mother-daughter duo opens San Mateo Korean kimbap restaurant inspired by childhood picnic memories
At 73 years old, Dong Hye Kim is working her first job, making kimbap out of a ghost kitchen in San Mateo with her daughter, Chihee Kim. Passionate about food and nutrition, the mother-daughter duo wants to offer a healthy fast-food option for busy families.
Ambrosia India Bistro opens in Los Gatos
A Monterey Indian food favorite has made its way to Los Gatos. Ambrosia India Bistro opened its fifth location along Santa Cruz Avenue March 22, replacing Vietnamese restaurant North, which closed after 10 years in business on Jan 6.
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Stanford Medical Humanities Summer Programs 2024
On July 8-19, the Art & Anatomy Program is holding a 2-week, in-person immersion in visual storytelling for high school students. Then, on June 17-28, the Video Games for Health Program is holding a 2-week, virtual immersion in game design and health for high school students. Application deadlines for both will be April 15, 2024. > LEARN MORE
Joyce Yang April 7 at Kohl Mansion
Will Bernard and Ben Stivers April 8 at Earthwise Productions
Second Moon April 11 at Stanford Live
“The Skin of Our Teeth” April 11-May 5 at Los Altos Stage Company
Jakub Józef Orliński April 14 at Stanford Live
A bluegrass evening with The Slocan Ramblers April 20 at Sound Union
TechFest April 27 at the Computer History Museum
Janet Silver Ghent April 27 at Books Inc. Mountain View
Ahmad Saad May 4 at the Fox Theatre
Samara Joy May 22 at Stanford Live
Fruition May 19 at The Guild Theatre
Stanford Jazz Festival June 20-Aug. 3 (tickets for select shows available now; tickets for all shows on sale April 18)
Glass Animals Sept. 11 at Shoreline Amphitheatre (on sale April 11)
Goose Sept. 29 at Frost Amphitheater (on sale April 12)
The Black Keys Sept. 29 at Shoreline Amphitheatre (on sale April 5)
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Summer Jazz Immersion Programs July – August 2024
Immerse your child in jazz this summer! Stanford Jazz Workshop’s jazz programs develop musicality and creativity with world-class educators in a fun, encouraging environment at Stanford. > LEARN MORE
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