Baywood. A residential community in San Mateo, California

SATURDAY, MAY 4

RiP-TiDEs! at The Iron Gate. Iron Gate, 1360 El Camino Real, Belmont. RiP-TiDES! perform at The Iron Gate. For more information visit http://www.iron-gate.com.

Streets Alive! Parks Alive! In San Mateo County. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Belmont, Burlingame, Cañada Road between Edgewood Road and State Route 92, Colma, Daly City, El Granada, Foster City, Menlo Park, Millbrae, North Fair Oaks, Pacifica, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Mateo and South San Francisco. Streets Alive! Parks Alive! is a coordinated effort among cities in San Mateo County to promote healthy communities by providing safe, accessible, public spaces for recreation. Streets and parks throughout San Mateo County are opened up for free activities including sports, exercise classes, dancing, strolling, cycling, picnicking and play. For more information go to www.streetsalivesmc.org.

Vintage Vehicle and Family Festival. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Museum of American Heritage, 352 Homer Ave., Palo Alto. Free. For more information call 321-1004.

Open House at Peninsula Volunteers Rosener House Adult Day Services. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 500 Arbor Road, Menlo Park. Professional activity staff will lead a variety of activities — music, art, exercise, cooking, brain games, therapies and more. Social work staff, nursing staff and therapists will be available to answer questions. Free. For more information call 322-0126.

Bike Rodeo. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Barrett Community Center, 1870 Ralston Ave., Belmont. Learn bicycle skills, make sure your helmet is fitted properly and participate in a slalom course. Free. For more information go to belmont.gov.

Seaplane Adventure. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Road, San Carlos. Float planes and boat planes on display. Presentations. Event included with museum admission. For more information call 654-0200.

Peninsula Volunteers Decorator Show House 2013. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Horse Park, 3674 Sand Hill Road, Woodside. $35. The decorator show will be open from May 4 to May 24, Tuesdays through Sundays. For more information contact nancy_tubbs@fullcalendar.com.

Tenth Annual Foster City Polynesian Festival. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Leo Ryan Park Ampitheatre, 650 Shell Blvd., Foster City. Free. There will be colorful and spectacular cultural performances, arts and crafts, canoe rides, food and more. For more information call 286-3380.

A La Carte and Art. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Castro Street between Church Street and Evelyn Avenue, Mountain View. This two-day festival of art will include live music, an arts and crafts show, artisan specialty food, home and garden exhibits, festive food and drink, a farmers’ market, a classic car show and amusement for kids. Free. For more information call 964-3395.

Seton Medical Center Hosts Community Health and Wellness Fair. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City. Free. For more information call 991-6814.

Six Award-Winning Peninsula Artists Exhibit Paintings, Jewelry, Textiles and Fine Art Photography. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 856 Partridge Ave., Menlo Park. Free. For more information contact frances.freyberg@gmail.com.

Benefit Concert for the College of San Mateo’s Child Development Center. Noon. College of San Mateo, Main Quad, 1700 W. Hillsdale Blvd., San Mateo. Come enjoy the Reggae sounds of the Bay Area band Native Elements and the Afro-Cuban beat of Zanzibar. $12 for adults. $10 for students. Free for children under the age of 13. To purchase tickets in advance or for more information call 574-6279.

Peninsula Volunteers Rosener House Adult Day Services. 1 p.m. Peninsula Volunteers Rosener House Adult Day Services, 500 Arbor Road, Menlo Park. There will be social workers, nurses and therapists on site. Free. For more information go to www.peninsulavolunteers.org/rosenerhouse.

College of San Mateo Hosts Asian pacific American Film Festival. 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. College of San Mateo, 1700 W. Hillsdale Blvd., San Mateo. A $5 donation is requested for each program attended, but no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. For more information contact anderson@smccd.edu.

Spring/Summer Fashion Show to Support American Cancer Society. 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Amelia’s Antics, 311 Broadway, Millbrae. All ticket proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. $5. For more information go to www.ameliasantics.com.

Peninsula Choruses Present ‘How Can I Keep From Singing?’ 3 p.m. Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 3900 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo. $20 general admission and $10 admission for students. For more information call 513-5522.

School of Rock San Mateo presents a Tribute to New Wave/Punk Rock. 4 p.m. 711 S. B St., San Mateo. School of Rock San Mateo offers performance-based music programs and camps for kids ages 7 to 18. Students of the School of Rock will perform. $8 at the door. For more information call 347-3474.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration: Dinner, Dance and Auction. 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Beresford Recreation Center, 2720 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo. There will be silent and live auctions, a raffle, games, music, dancing and more. Hosted by the 50th Anniversary San Mateo-Toyonaka Baseball Team. Proceeds will benefit the team. $25. Prices vary for refreshments. For more information and for tickets go to http://smsistercity.blogspot.com.

The Sherlock Holmes Mystery Ball. 6:30 p.m. to midnight. San Mateo Masonic Lodge, 100 N. Ellsworth Ave., San Mateo. Victorian evening dress (1870-1895), dress uniform or modern evening dress is admired but not required. There will be a light buffet and of course, a mystery. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. For more information call (510) 522-1731 or go to www.peers.org/holmes.html.

Knights Moves XV: A Dance Concert presented by the Hillsdale High School Dance Ensemble. 7:30 p.m. Hillsdale High School Little Theater, 31st Avenue, San Mateo. $10 for students and seniors, $12 for general admission and free for children 6 years old and under. For more information call 558-2623.

In My Life — A Musical Theatre Tribute to the Beatles. 8 p.m. Redwood City Fox Theatre, 2219 Broadway, Redwood City. An award-winning musical biography of the Beatles through the eyes of manager Brian Epstein and features live music from renowned tribute band, Abbey Road. Tickets start at $25. For more information call 369-7770 or go to www.foxrwc.com.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration with Los Cochinos and Lumbre. 8 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $12. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

The Bawdy Caste Performs: ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show.’ 11:44 p.m. The Guild Theatre, 949 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. The Bawdy Caste will be performing on the stage in front of the screen while the movie plays in the background. The cast will have audience participation kits including everything you need to be a part of the show available for sale at the theater for just $2. For more information go to www.bawdycaste.org or call 266-9260.

SUNDAY, MAY 5

Streets Alive! Parks Alive! In San Mateo County. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Belmont, Burlingame, Cañada Road between Edgewood Road and State Route 92, Colma, Daly City, El Granada, Foster City, Menlo Park, Millbrae, North Fair Oaks, Pacifica, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Mateo and South San Francisco. Streets and parks throughout San Mateo County are opened up for free activities including sports, exercise classes, dancing, strolling, cycling, picnicking and play. For more information go to www.streetsalivesmc.org.

Burlingame Mother’s Club Flea Market. 9 a.m. to noon. Burlingame High School Gym, 1 Mangini Way, Burlingame. Admission is $3 per person and $5 per family. All proceeds from admission fees and tables benefit local charities. New and slightly used strollers, highchairs, wheel toys, books, baby and toddler clothing, small furniture, decorative items, jewelry, toys, home furnishings and much more will be sold. For more information contact helpinghands@burlingamemothers.org.

Farmers’ Market. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Belmont Caltrain parking lot, Ralston Avenue and Broadway, Belmont. Free admission. For more information go to belmont.gov.

World Evangelist Neil Sundblad prays for the sick. 10 a.m. Victory International Church, 1730 S. Amphlett Blvd., San Mateo. For more information go to http://www.victoryic.org.

Official Gluten-Free Cupcake Launch and Free Tasting. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sibby’s Cupcakery, 716 S. Railroad Ave., San Mateo. Free gluten-free cupcake tasting. Limit two cupcakes per person. For more information go to sibbyscupcakery.com or call (415) 613-4373.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kohl Pumphouse, San Mateo Central Park. Located between El Camino Real and Laurel Avenue, Fifth and Ninth avenues. The Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions, from general information to advice about specific problems. You may bring samples of your plants for better diagnosis. Use a Ziploc or similar bag to carry your sample. If suspect insect damage, try to include some of the insects so they can be correctly identified. Free. For more information call 579-0536.

Old Woodside Store Day. Noon to 4 p.m. Woodside Store, the corner of Tripp Road and Kings Mountain Road, Woodside. Visitors will experience life and participate in activities from the 1880’s. Free. For more information call 299-0104.

Practical Organic Rose Care. 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Kohl Pumphouse, San Mateo Central Park. Located between El Camino Real and Laurel Avenue, Fifth and Ninth avenues. With speaker Alane O’Rielly Weber. Examine work of international soil scientist, Dr. Elain Ingham, and translate it into common sense tasks and practical solutions for a vibrant, healthy garden without chemicals. Free. For more information call 579-0536.

First Sunday Line Dance with Tina Beare and Jeanette Feinberg. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. $5. For more information call 616-7150.

Pescadero comes to Palo Alto! 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. McRoskey Mattress, 220 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto. Enjoy the best from local artisans: goat cheese from Harley Farms in Pescadero, sip wines poured by the Wine Room, watch a demonstration of furniture construction by the owner of Made in Pescadero. Free. For more information call 327-1966.

Peninsula Rose Society Annual Rose Show. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Redwood City Community Activities Building, 1400 Roosevelt Ave., Redwood City. Free. For more information call 465-3967.

The Crestmont Conservatory of Music Student Recital. 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Crestmont Conservatory of Music, 2575 Flores St., San Mateo. Free. For more information call 574-4633.

Imagine, Explore, Celebrate! 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Downtown Millbrae between Meadow Glen and Taylor Boulevard. Come enjoy a bike rodeo for ages five to 12, music, classic vehicles on display, fitness demonstrations and more. For more information call 692-3195.

Alan Fleishman Book Talk. 3 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Free. For more information call 591-8286.

50th Fete and Fantasia. 3 p.m. Carolands Chateau, 565 Remillard Drive, Hillsborough. Masterworks Chorale presents their 50th season with a gala recital and buffet fundraiser benefiting their 50th Season Anniversary Fund. The reception and buffet will begin at 3 p.m. and the recital will begin at 4 p.m. No tickets will be mailed — reservations will be held at the door. Tickets are $200 ($180 is tax-deductible). For more information and for tickets call 574-6210 or go to www.masterworks.org.

From Beethoven to the Blues: The Saint Michael Trio. 4 p.m. Notre Dame de Namur University, Taube Center, 1500 Ralston Ave., Belmont. Free, but admission is limited to the first 200 people to register. For more information and go register contact boxoffice@saintmichaeltrio.com.

Anne-Marie McDermott with the Alexander String Quartet concert and pre-concert talk. 6 p.m. Kohl Mansion, 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame. Concert begins at 7 p.m. There will be a complimentary post-concert reception with the artists following the concerts. $45 for adults, $42 for seniors and $15 for those ages 30 and under. For more information and for tickets go to musicatkohl.org.

MONDAY, MAY 6

The Hearing Loss Association of the Peninsula Meeting. 1 p.m. Veterans Memorial Center, 1455 Madison Ave., Redwood City. The program will be ‘Let’s Start California Looping Here’ given by Lynn Kinsey and Debbie Clark, members of HLAA California State Board and the State Board Looping Committee. Refreshments will be served. Open to the public. Free. For more information call 345-4551.

Stand Up for Mental Wellness Event. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Foster City Community Centerm Wind Room, 1000 E. Hillsdale Blvd., Foster City. Free. This event aims to raise awareness around the stigma of mental illness, highlighting the importance of seeking help and the barriers individuals and families face in getting the help they need. For more information and to RSVP call 573-2541.

Luna Guitar Workshop with Vicki Genfan. 6 p.m. Guitar Center, 53 W. Hillsdale Blvd., San Mateo. Free. This workshop is designed for seasoned and beginning players. For more information go to www.lunaguitars.com.

Dance Connection with Live Music by Bob Gutierrez. Free dance lessons 6:30 p.m.-7 p.m. with open dance from 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Burlingame Woman’s Club, 241 Park Road, Burlingame. Admission is $8 for members, $10 for guests. Free entry for male dance hosts. Celebrating Cinco de Mayo, come in costume. Light refreshments, mixers and raffles. For more information call 342-2221.

TUESDAY, MAY 7

Support Groups: Caring for Elders. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

Change A Life: Volunteer as a Project Read Tutor. 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma Street, Menlo Park. Training for new literacy tutors to work with adults. Free. For more information call 330-2525.

Loss, Grief and Bereavement Support Group. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

Transition Toward Independence: Independent Housing for People with Developmental Disabilities. 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. San Carlos Library 610 Elm St., San Carlos, Community Room. Free. For more information contact marthad@parca.org.

Magic of Lens: Digital Photography Workshop. 7 p.m. Media Center, 800 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto. Students can use any digital cameras and learn to shoot like the pros, as well as edit their images using Lightroom. Field shoot included. Software and computer lab is provided. Students should bring their own cameras. The workshop will be held throughout the month. For more information call 494-8686, ext. 10 or go to midpenmedia.org.

“How Can I Help” Authors Speak. 7 p.m. Burlingame Public Library, Lane Room, 480 Primrose Road. Free. For more informtion call 558-7444.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8

Peninsula Metropolitan Community Church Annual Rummage Sale. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1150 W. Hillsdale Blvd., San Mateo. The PMCC Church Ladies are holding their Annual Rummage Sale. Awesome housewares, jewelry, books, DVDs, CDs and small appliances. If bargain hunting makes you hungry, enjoy a hotdog, chips and a soda for $5. For more information call 515-0900.

American Red Cross Mobile Blood Drive. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Skyline College, 3300 College Dr., San Bruno, Student and Community Center, Rooms 6-202, 6-204 and 6-206. Open to the public. For more information call 1-800-RED-CROSS.

Mother’s Day Party: Music and Dancing with the “Happy Time Banjo” Band. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. Chicken Cordon Bleu lunch at noon. Tickets available at the front desk. For more information call 616-7150.

Meet the Experts Casting Design and Manufacture Forum. 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Sparky’s Hot Rod Garage, 975 Industrial Road, Suite A, San Carlos. Free. For more information call 408-776-7776.

San Mateo Professional Alliance Weekly Networking Lunch. Noon to 1 p.m. Speido Ristorante, 223 East 4th Avenue, San Mateo. Lunch $17. For more information call 430 6500.

City Talk Toastmasters Club meeting. 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Redwood City Main Library, Community Room, 1044 Middlefield Road, Redwood City. For more information contact Jason Mansfield at jason_mansfield@hotmail.com.

Helene Wecker Book Talk. 7 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Free. For more information call 591-8286.

Steve Freund at the Club Fox Blues Jam. 7 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $5. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

Blood Pressure Health Screening. 9 p.m. to 10:30 a.m. Senior Focus, 1720 El Camino Real, Suite 10, Burlingame. Eight-hour fast, water and meds only. Delay diabetes meds. Drop-in. Blood glucose health screening is $2. Blood pressure is free. For more information call 696-3660.

Fashion Show and Fundraiser hosted by the Canadian Women’s Club. 11 a.m. Basque Cultural Center, 599 Railroad Ave., South San Francisco. Reservations and required. $45 per person with proceeds going to six Bay Area charities. For more information go to www.canadianwomensclub.org.

HIP Housing Open House. Noon to 1:30 p.m. 1157 Willow Road, Menlo Park. Join HIP Housing in celebrating the grand opening of its newest affordable housing property. Program will be at 12:30 p.m. and will include tours and more updates on the buildings and grounds. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by emailing skallstrom@hiphousing.org.

Heart Partners Support Groups. 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Burlingame Center, Conference Room G, 1501 Trousdale Drive, Burlingame. For cardiac patients and their families. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

THURSDAY, MAY 9

Petal Tales, Once Upon a Time. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 86 Canada Road, Woodside. The exhibit will be open weekdays May 9 through May 12. General admission is $20 for adult members, $25 for adult non-members and $10 for children.

Retired Public Employees Association (chap. 46) Meeting. 10:30 a.m. San Mateo Elks Lodge, 229 W. 20th Ave., San Mateo. Lunch will be served. $14. For more information or to make reservations call 207-6401.

Mother’s Day Party. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. There will be lunch and music with the Happy Time Banjo Band. Tickets available at the front desk. For more information call 616-7150.

Expungent: How to Seal Your Criminal and Conviction Records. Noon. San Mateo County Law Library, 710 Hamilton St., Redwood City. Free. For more information call 363-4913.

Community Paper Shredding. 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. San Mateo Elks Lodge, 229 W. 20th Ave., San Mateo. Free. For more information call 345-9774.

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) Presentation. 6 p.m. The Laurel Room, San Mateo Library, 55 W. 3rd Avenue. provide a series of free Medicare informational presentations and counseling sessions at the Main Library. The HICAP presentations and one-to-one counseling sessions will be held at the same time and location on a quarterly basis through the summer of 2013; the final session is scheduled for August 8. For more information go to cahealthadvocates.org or call 1-800-434-0222.

Spring Art Show! 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. San Mateo Clubhouse, 200 N. Quebec St., San Mateo. The Mid-Peninsula Boys and Girls Club Fine Arts Program cordially invites you to our Spring Art Show. Enjoy new work by over 50 young artists, artists meet and greet, raffle and more. Free. For more information call 991-5707.

Leslie Bennett and Stefani Bittner Book Talk. 7 p.m. 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Free. For more information call 321-0600.

Laurence Juber. 7 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $18. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

Repetitive Strain Support Group. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

El Camino High School Presents: Boogie Nights. 7 p.m. El Camino High School Theater, 1320 Mission Road, South San Francisco. $10. For more information or to order tickets call 877-8806.

FRIDAY, MAY 10

Workshop on Federal Land Records. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The National Archives at San Francisco, 1000 Commodore Drive, San Bruno. Genealogical workshop on how to locate U.S. land records. $15 payable in advance. For more information or to reserve a space call 238-3488.

Filoli Flower Show: Mother’s Day Weekend. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 86 Cañada Rd., Woodside. $20 members; $25 non–members; $10 children ages 5 through 17. For more information or to purchase tickets go to http://www.filoli.org/special-events-and-exhibits/flower-show.html. Last day to purchase general admission tickets online: Thursday, May 9 at noon. To purchase tickets after noon, please call Member Services at (650) 364-8300, ext. 508.

Drop-In Adult Ping Pong. 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Twin Pines Senior and Community Center, 20 Twin Pines Lane, Belmont. Paddles are available at the center. The event takes place on the second and fourth Fridays of each moth. Free. For more information call 637-2976.

Notre Dame de Namur University’s 2013 President’s Gala. 6 p.m. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport, 1333 Bayshore Highway, Burlingame. Mike Nevin, Rosanne Faust and Marie Batton to be honored. Includes a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and entertainment, as well as a live auction and raffle. For more information go to ndnu.edu/gala.

El Camino High School Presents: Boogie Nights. 7 p.m. El Camino High School Theater, 1320 Mission Road, South San Francisco. $10. For more information or to order tickets call 877-8806.

The Stanford Savoyards present The Sorcerer. 8 p.m. Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford University, Palo Alto. Tickets are available through the Stanford Ticket Office. $10 for students, $15 for seniors and Stanford staff/faculty, $20 for general admission. For more information and for tickets call 725-2787 or go to http://tickets.stanford.edu.

A Little Night Music. 8 p.m. Hillbarn Theatre, 1285 E. Hillsdale Blvd., Foster City. $23-38. The show will be performed Thursdays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Performances will run until June 2. For tickets and more information call 349-6411.

The Sun Kings- A Beatles Tribute as Nature Intended. 8 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $18. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

SATURDAY, May 11

Drop-Off Electronic Collection. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. City Hall Parking Lot, 610 Foster City Blvd., Foster City. Free. For more information go to www.rethinkwaste.org.

Stanford Math Festival for Students. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stanford University, 326 Galvez St., Stanford. $10 per student. For more informtion call 510-642-0143.

Mission Blue Nursery Plant Sale. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mission Blue Nursery, 3435 Bayshore Blvd., Brisbane. Free. For more information contact genevieve@mountainwatch.org.

Pot a Flower for Mother’s Day. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. New Lead Community Markets, 150 San Mateo Road, Half Moon Bay. Free. Plants, pots and dirt will be provided. For more information go to www.newleaf.com.

Plant Sale. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. San Mateo Garden Center, 605 Parkside Way, San Mateo. Free entry, plant prices are greatly reduced. For more information call 574-1506.

Women Getting Healthy Together, Naturally. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vitality Gateway Healing Center, 555 Veterans Blvd., Redwood City. Free. For more information 369-7304.

Weekend Workshop: Discovery Dissections. 10:30 a.m. to noon. CuriOdyssey, 1651 Coyote Point Dr., San Mateo. $25 for members and $35 for non-members. For more information call 342-7755.

The Mental Health Awareness Project. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Menlo Park City Council Chambers, 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park. Free. For more information and to register go to www.eventbrite.com.

Affordable Books at the Book Nook. Noon to 4 p.m. 1 Cottage Lane, Twin Pines Park, Belmont. Paperbacks are 3/$1. Trade paperbacks are $1. Hardbacks are $2 and up. Children's books are 25 cents and up. All proceeds benefit the Belmont Library. For more information go to www.thefobl.org.

Congresswoman Speier to Hold Town Hall Meeting. 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 620 Correas Street, Half Moon Bay. Ms. Speiers will give new constituents of the 14th Congressional District the opportunity to ask questions about any topic on their minds, including the economy, health care, and veterans issues. Residents from El Granada, Half Moon Bay, Montara, Moss Beach and San Gregorio in particular are invited. Free. For more information call 342-0300.

Family Friendly Free Birthday Party. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bill and Jean Lane Education Center, Edgewood County Park and Natural Preserve. 6 Old Stage Coach Road, Redwood City. Fun, food and festivities. The public is invited to help the Friends of Edgewood celebrate their 20th birthday. Free. To register go to http://tinyurl.com/c5pngbj. For more information go to www.friendsofedgewood.org/birthday-party.

‘Hands-On History’ Workshop. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City. Peninsula artist Lois White will lead the introductory class on bookbinding. Participants will use images of historic landmarks of San Mateo County to create their own miniature books to take home. Beginners are welcome and materials will be provided. Space is limited. $15. For more information and to register call 299-0104, ext. 231.

El Camino High School Presents: Boogie Nights. 1 p.m. El Camino High School Theater, 1320 Mission Road, South San Francisco. $10. For more information or to order tickets call 877-8806.

Millbrae Library Adult Program — Celebrating Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month. 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Millbrae Library, 1 Library Ave., Millbrae. Author Jana McBurney-Lin will do a reading and discuss her books “Blossoms and Bayonets” and “My Half of the Sky.” For more information call 697-7607.

Peninsula Youth Theatre Presents: Pirates of Penzance. 2 p.m. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. Tickets $16 to $20. Performances will be May 12 at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., May 17 at 7:30 p.m., May 18 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and May 19 at 1 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets call 903-6000.

El Camino High School Presents: Boogie Nights. 7 p.m. El Camino High School Theater, 1320 Mission Road, South San Francisco. $10. For more information or to order tickets call 877-8806.

The Crestmont Conservatory of Music Gourmet Concert Series. 8 p.m. Crestmont Conservatory of Music, 2575 Flores Street, San Mateo. Presenting faculty artist Thomas Hansen. Reception provided with refreshments after the performance. $15 general admission, $10 for students and seniors. For more information call 574-4633.

The Fabulous Thunderbirds. 8 p.m. Fox Theatre, 2215 Broadway, Redwood City. The Fabulous Thunderbirds will perform. Tickets start at $25. For more information go to foxrwc.com.

Slightly Left and The Quart of Blood Technique. 9 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $10. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 12

Mother’s Day Dining. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Sea By Alexander’s Steakhouse, 4269 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. There will be a prix fixe meals available. Moms will receive a glass of complimentary sparkling wine and all guests will receive complimentary juice and coffee during brunch. For more information go to www.theseaUSA.com.

The Stanford Savoyards present The Sorcerer. 2 p.m. Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford University, Palo Alto. Tickets are available through the Stanford Ticket Office. $10 for students, $15 for seniors and Stanford staff/faculty, $20 for general admission. For more information and for tickets call 725-2787 or go to http://tickets.stanford.edu.

Family Concert Featuring Winners of the Palo Alto Philharmonic Concerto Movement Competition. 3 p.m. Cubberley Theatre, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Tickets are $10 and $5. For tickets and more information go to www.paphil.org.

Ragazzi Continuo Presents: An English Renaissance. 4 p.m. Christ Church Parish, 770 N. El Camino Real, San Mateo. $18 in advance, $20 at the door. For more information call 342-8785.

MONDAY, MAY 13

Loss, Grief and Bereavement Support Group. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

Burlingame Music Club: Student Award Winners Performance. 1 p.m. 241 Park Road, Burlingame. Free. For more information email information@burlingamemusicclub.net.

Design Your Own Race Car. 4 p.m. Atherton Public Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane, Atherton. Free. Space is limited so sign up in advance. For more information contact visser-knoth@smcl.org.

Deborah Underwood Book Talk. 4:30 p.m. 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Free. For more information call 321-0600.

Dance Attack: A Joystick Warfare: On the Legality and Morality of Combat Drones. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Unitarian Universalists of San Mateo, 300 E. Santa Inez, San Mateo. Free. For more information call 342-8244.

TUESDAY, MAY 14

RSVP deadline for San Mateo Newcomers Club Luncheon. West Coast Cafe, 466 San Mateo Ave., San Bruno. Luncheon to take place at noon on Tuesday, May 21. Our featured speaker will be Diana Conti, a CEO with PARCA, a non-profit organization. She is affiliated with Raji House, where children with disabilities can stay overnight and participate in activities that help their socialization skills. Checks for $25 must be received by Wednesday, May 22 and should be mailed to Janet Williams, 1168 Shoreline Drive, San Mateo. For more information call 286-0688.

Blood Pressure/Glucose Screening. 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Uplands Road, San Bruno. Free. For more information call 616-7150.

Marissa Moss Book Talk. 4 p.m. 301 Castro St., Mountainview. Free. For more information call 428-1234.

Balancing Hormones. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Half Moon Bay Library,620 Correas St., Half Moon Bay. Free, but preregistration is required. For more information and to register go to www.newleaf.com.

Support Groups: Caring for Elders. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Senior Focus Center, 1720 El Camino Real, Suite 10, Burlingame. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 696-3660.

Jaron Lanier Talk. 7 p.m. Oshman Family JCC, Fabian Way, Palo Alto. $12 members and $20 non-members. Lanier is the author of “Who Owns the Future?” and “You Are Not a Gadget.” For more information and to register call 800-847-7730.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15

Controlling Your Diabetes. 10:30 a.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. Free. For more information call 616-7150.

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Groups. 11 a.m. to noon. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

David R. Gillham Book Talk. 7 p.m. 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Free. For more information call 321-0600.

Great Yosemite Day Hikes and Weekend Backpacking Trips. 7 p.m. Lane Community Room, Burlingame Public Library, 480 Primrose Road, Burlingame. Free. For more information call 558-7444 ext. 2.

Cold Feat at the Club Fox Blues Jam. 7 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $5. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

Alzheimer’s support group. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. For adult children of people with Alzheimer’s. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

THURSDAY, MAY 16

Creative Writing: Annual Original Works Presentation. 9:30 a.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. Free. For more information call 616-7150.

Spring Cultural Luncheon. Noon to 2 p.m. City of San Mateo Senior Center, 2645 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo. $16. For more information and to register call 522-7490.

Prostate Cancer Support Group. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

Women in Islam Class. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Little House/Peninsula Volunteers, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Ismail Agayev will lead the discussion. $30 for members and $35 for non-members. For more information go to penvol.org.

Movies for School Age Children: ‘Wreck-It Ralph.’ 3:30 p.m. San Mateo Public Library, 55 W. Third Ave., San Mateo. Movie is rated PG and lasts 101 minutes. Free. For more information call 522-7838.

Dancin’ Off the Avenue. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Downtown Burlingame, Park Road at Burlingame Avenue, at the Burlingame Farmers' Market. Live music and dancing, beer and wine garden, pet and family friendly. Free. For more information email burlingamebid@gmail.com.

John Scalzi Book Talk. 7 p.m. 301 Castro St., Mountainview. Free. For more information call 428-1234.

David Knopfler (of Dire Stratis) and Harry Bogdanovs. 8 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $22. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 17

Alzheimer’s support group. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Magnolia Center, 601 Grand Ave., Third floor, South San Francisco. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

Norwegian Holiday Celebration. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dinner begins at 7 p.m. Highland Community Club, 1665 Fernside St., Redwood City. Vieland Lodge, Sons of Norway, invites the public to a celebration of Syttende mai, Norway’s national holiday. Includes Norwegian music. Adults $20. Children $7.50. To make reservations call 851-1463. For more information visit vigeland.us.

Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Event. Noon to 7 p.m. Honda Redwood City, 601 El Camino Real, Redwood City. Free digital fingerprint and photo safety program and safety tips for a family safety action plan. Free. For more information call 364-1011.

Annual Half Moon Bay High School Student Art Show Reception. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Coastal Arts League Museum, 300 Main St., Half Moon Bay. Free. The exhibit will run from May 17 through May 28 and will be open Friday through Monday from noon to 5 p.m. For more information call 726-6355.

Flirting Italian Style: Keynotes Bay Area Flirting Convention and Contest. 7:30 p.m. Marriott Hotel, 1770 S. Amphlett Blvd., San Mateo. The convention will feature a keynote address and a flirting contest, where attendees will compete. There will also be a giant dance party from 9 p.m. to midnight. $20. For more information call (415) 507-9962 or go to www.thepartyhotline.com.

Peninsula Symphony Closes Season. 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fox Theater, 2215 Broadway, Redwood City. Students and youth $20, seniors $35 and regular single tickets $40. For more information go to www.peninsulasymphony.org.

Generation Esmeralda featuring Jimmy Goings. 8:30 p.m. Angelica’s, 863 Main St., Redwood City. $20 for general admission in advance, $25 for reserved front seating and $26 for general admission at the door. For more information call 365-3226 or go to angelicasbistro.com.

Pride & Joy. 9 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $18. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

Soul Stroll for Health. 9 a.m. Coyote Point Park, San Mateo. Registration is $15 per person.One, three, and five mile courses will be marked along the trail. There will also be activities for all ages, screenings, prizes, breakfast, lunch and a t-shirt. For more information call 696-4378.

New Volunteer Recruitment Meeting at Filoli. 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside. Reservation required by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 10. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the many, varied ways to volunteer at Filoli. Free. For more information go to www.filoli.org.

California State Button Society Presents: Button Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Marriott, 1770 S. Amphlett Blvd., San Mateo. $5 donation for non CSBS members. For more information call 408-245-1630.

Friends of the San Bruno Library Book Sale. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. San Bruno Library, 701 Angus Ave. West, San Bruno. One bag to fill up to the brim with books costs $6. Paperbacks are 50 cents each, hardbacks are $1 each. Specials as marked. For more information call 616-7078.

Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Event. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Honda Redwood City, 601 El Camino Real, Redwood City. Free digital fingerprint and photo safety program and safety tips for a family safety action plan. Free. For more information call 364-1011.

You Career in Gaming. Noon. Menlo Park Library, 800 Almo St., Menlo Park. Free. Zynga Lead Game Designer and career Advisor Brice Morrison will talk about careers in the gaming industry. For more information call 330-2530.

Faces of Our Community Display. Noon to 4 p.m. 2200 Broadway, Redwood City. Free. The event will include live entertainment, activities for kids and a collection of photographs taken of nineteenth century Peninsula residents and current Peninsula residents. For more information call 299-0104.

Rock the Block. 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Main Street, Half Moon Bay. Free. For more information call 726-8380.

SUNDAY, MAY 19

California State Button Society Presents: Button Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Marriott, 1770 S. Amphlett Blvd., San Mateo. $5 donation for non CSBS members. For more information call 408-245-1630.

Alkido and Psychotherapy. 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sofia University, 1069 E. Meadow Circle, Palo Alto. Free, but donations are welcome. Alkido is a mindfulness practice that will be taught at this workshop, which can be extremely helpful when working with clients. Please bring food to share for a potluck lunch and wear loose clothing. For more information contact kristen.sato@sofia.edu.

Ji-Li Jiang Book Talk. 11 a.m. 1375 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame. Free. For more information call 221-3666.

Third Sunday Ballroom Tea Dance with the Bob Gutierrez Band. 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. $5. For more information call 616-7150.

Spring Concert: Isn’t This a Lovely Day! 3 p.m. Calvary Lutheran Church, 401 Santa Lucia Ave., Millbrae. The life and music of Irving Berlin. Free, but donations accepted. For more information call 363-1452.

MONDAY, MAY 20

Lecture: What you Don’t Know About Long Term Care Can Cost You. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. City of San Mateo Senior Center, 2645 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo. Free. For more information and to register call 522-7490.

TUESDAY, MAY 21

17th Annual Indicators for a Sustainable San Mateo County. Sobrato Center for Nonprofits, 350 Twin Dolphin Dr., Redwood City. Free. For more information and to reserve a spot, go to ssmcindicators2013.bpt.me.

Support Groups: Caring for Elders. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

Hats Off to the Symphony. 11:30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. Hillsborough Racquet Club, El Cerrito Road, Hillsborough. There will be a luncheon, a silent auction and fashion show by Meyer Bunje of Burlingame. For more information and tickets call 415-503-5500.

San Mateo Newcomers Club Luncheon. Noon. West Coast Cafe, 466 San Mateo Ave., San Bruno. Our featured speaker will be Diana Conti, a CEO with PARCA, a non-profit organization. $25. RSVP deadline was Tuesday, May 14. For more information call 286-0688.

Circus Time at Serramonte Center. 5:30 p.m. Serramonte Center, 3 Serramonte Center, Daly City. Children 12 years and younger can enjoy circus-themed festivities, craft-making, giveaways and more. Free. For more information contact shelbi@spinpr.com.

10 Tips to Help You Eat Well For Life. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Half Moon Bay LIbrary, 620 Correas St., Half Moon Bay. Free, but preregistration is required. For more information and to register go to www.newleaf.com.

A Look at Interfaith Conflicts. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Little House/Peninsula Volunteers, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Rev. D. Andrew Kille, Ph.D. is the director of Interfaith Space and will speak at the event. $5 for members and $9 for non-members. For more information go to penvol.org.

Loss, Grief and Bereavement Support Group. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

Meg Donohue Book Talk. 7 p.m. 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Free. For more information call 321-0600.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22

Phase2Careers - Job Search Review. 10 a.m. to noon. San Bruno Public Library, 701 Angus Ave. W., San Bruno. In this job search workshop, attendees will get feedback about their job search tactics from a panel of three to five employers, job search specialists and HR managers. Attendees will also get career advice and tips, learn to avoid job search pitfalls, evaluate the effectiveness of a variety of job search strategies, learn about helpful employment-related resources and overcome job search road blocks. Free. For more information call 616-7078.

Cynthia Chin-Lee Book Talk. 5 p.m. 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Free. For more information call 321-0600.

‘Jazz and the Art of the Trio’ with The Russo Alberts Trio. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Millbrae Public Library, 1 Library Ave., Millbrae. Presenting a jazz concert and discussion on the makeup of a jazz ensemble. Refreshments offered. Free. For more information call 697-7607.

Jackie Payne at the Club Fox Blues Jam. 7 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $5. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 23

Jobs for Youth 31st Annual Fundraising Breakfast. 7:30 a.m. Foster City Crowne Plaza Hotel, 1221 Chess Drive, Foster City. All proceeds will go directly to youth programs. $45 per person. For more information and reservations call 802-3371.

Rethink Your Retirement. 9:30 a.m. to noon. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. For more information call 616-7150.

50 Years of Network Specials from John Steinbeck to Charlie Brown. 7 p.m. Lane Community Room, Burlingame Public Library, 480 Primrose Road, Burlingame. Writer-producer-director Lee Mendelson, whose animated and live network specials have won 12 Emmys and 20 other Emmy nominations, will review his experience of television specials. Free. For more information call 558-7444,ext. 2.

FRIDAY, MAY 24

Step Out: A Health and Wellness Event. 8:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. There will be a walk, t-shirt, goody bag, lunch, health information and raffle. Those who plan on attending must pre-register at the San Bruno Senior Center. $12. For more information call 616-7150.

Zumba Class, Dancing and Music with the “Have A Party Pros.” 10:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. There will also be a baked chicken lunch at noon. Tickets available at the front desk. For more information call 616-7150.

Foster City Village Vendor and Resource Faire. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crowne Plaza, 1221 Chess Drive, Foster City. For more information call 242-6000.

Windy Hill Bluegrass. 9 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $10. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 25

San Bruno American Legion Post #409 Community Breakfast. 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. The American Legion San Bruno Post #409, 757 San Mateo Ave., San Bruno. Scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, ham or sausage and French toast will be served. There will also be juice, coffee or tea. $8 for adults and $5 for children under 10. For more information call 583-1740.

RebelYell 80’s Dance Party. 9 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $13. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 26

Last Sunday Ballroom Tea Dance with the Bob Gutierrez Band. 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. $5. For more information call 616-7150.

MONDAY, MAY 27

Nocturnal Animal Day. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CuriOdyssey, 1651 Coyote Point Dr., San Mateo. Free with cost od admission, which is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors and students and $4 for children. For more information call 342-7755.

Loss, Grief and Bereavement Support Group. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

TUESDAY, MAY 28

Redwood City Neuropathy Support Group. 1 p.m. 749 Brewster Ave., Redwood City. Neuropathy is a chronic medical condition involving the peripheral nerves. If you are a neuropathy patient and would like to meet others with this debilitating disease, stop by the Redwood City Neuropathy Support Group. Free. For more information call Stan Pashote of the Pacific Chapter of The Neuropathy Assn. 510 490-4456.

Support Groups: Caring for Elders. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Senior Focus Center, 1720 El Camino Real, Suite 10, Burlingame. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 696-3660.

Ostomy Support Group. 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Mills Health Center, 100 S. San Mateo Drive, San Mateo. Drop-in. Free. For more information call 800-654-9966.

THURSDAY, MAY 30

Rethink Your Retirement. 9:30 a.m. to noon. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. For more information call 616-7150.

Bee Ridgway Book Talk. 7 p.m. 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Free. For more information call 321-0600.

FRIDAY, MAY 31

HIP Housing Annual Luncheon Celebration with Rita Moreno. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hotel Sofitel, 223 Twin Dolphin Drive, Redwood City. Proceeds benefit HIP Housing. Tickets $90 per person. For more information call 348-6660.

Ceramics Show and Sale Opening Reception/Sale. 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. San Mateo Ceramics Studio, 50 E. 5th Ave. San Mateo. Studiors are located between tennis courts and baseball field. Free. For more information call 522-7440.

Live Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and Cha Cha Cha with N’Rumba. 9 p.m. Club Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. $15. For more information go to www.clubfoxrwc.com.

St. Pius Festival 2013. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. St. Pius Church, 1100 Woodside Road, Redwood City. There will be food, games, live entertainment, a Lego exhibit and more. Free admission. All rides and games have a fee of $3 or less. For more information call 361-1411.