Silicon Valley Realtor Nancy Dinshaw

The Nutcracker San Jose Dance Theatre
2021-12-11 19:30, 2021-12-11 14:00, 2021-12-10 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, CA, CA, 95113
The original San Jose Nutcracker presented by San José Dance Theatre is celebrating 56 years of magic! The longest-running live production of The Nutcracker in San Jose has been a Bay Area family tradition since 1964.
San Jose Dance Theatre is excited to present this year’s productions back in the theater at the Center for Performing Arts San Jose.
Now featuring our professional ballet company, special guest artists, and the San Jose Dance Theatre Academy, the 56th Nutcracker will be bigger and better than ever.
We are excited to perform once again with the Cambrian Symphony, with musical direction by Scott Krijnen. Don’t miss out on seeing this performance.

Tickets are $40-95 and $20-95 on Half-Price Nights.

Carols in the California
2021-12-11 19:00 | California Theatre, 345 South First Street, San Jose, CA, 95113
Join Symphony Silicon Valley Chorale and accompanying musicians for their 14th annual Carols in the California. This year’s program features classic carols including audience sing-alongs.
Tickets are $36, and $26 for attendees under 26.

Santana Row Snow Showers
2021-12-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-12-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-12-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-12-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-11-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA, 95128
It’s snowing on The Row! Santana Row brings the North Pole to San Jose for a fun, holiday celebration. Enjoy outdoor snow showers & holiday tunes every 30 minutes in Park Valencia in front of Maggiano’s.
Snow Showers Dates

Every Wednesday & Saturday starting November 27 – December 18, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, every 30 minutes
Every Night December 20-23, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm , every 30 minutes

For more information please contact the Santana Row Concierge at (408) 551-4611.

German Holiday Market
2021-12-11 11:00 - 21:00 | Caltrain Station - Mountain View, 600 W Evelyn Ave, Mountain View, CA, 94041
The German Holiday Market recreates the famous European Winter Market. It is open to in-person shopping this year at the Mountain View's Caltrain Station. Find unique, handcrafted gifts from Germany and local artisans such as Stollen, chocolate, toys, ceramics, and knitwear. Taste traditional German sausages and candied almonds while warming up with a mug of warm mulled wine. The German Holiday Market also has live performances as well as arts and crafts.

UPDATE: Priority Entrance Tickets are sold out. Walk-ins are welcome based on capacity.

Spirit of the Row
2021-12-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2021-11-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA, 95128
Enjoy a live holiday show and strolling entertainment from local community groups and schools. Every Tuesday from 6pm-7pm beginning November 30th - December 21st in Santana Row Park across from Left Bank.
Visit website for more details!

Live Music & Holiday Song Sing-alongs!
2021-11-27 15:00 - 17:00 | San Jose Playhouse, 288 South 2nd Street, San Jose, CA
Bundle up and grab a cozy blanket as you gather on the San Jose Playhouse patio for live entertainment, holiday music, and fun! Their talented musicians will delight you with holiday tunes played on a variety of instruments to celebrate the season. Then, their wacky host will lead sing-alongs of favorite holiday songs and give out prizes for those who know the answers to our holiday trivia questions!

Avi Gayi Raat
2021-11-13 18:30 | Amador Valley High School, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA, 94566
Billed as "The Biggest Bollywood Dandiya in Bay Area", enjoy food trucks, Diwali sweets and snack booths, clothes and jewelry vendors, rangoli and diya competitions with lots of prizes on the dance floor.

Tickets:
Early bird: $30
Groups of 10+: $25
At the door: $40
Kids under 5 enter for free.

Stanford Diwali 2021
2021-11-06 18:30 | Stanford University, 450 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford, CA, 94305
Stanford University is hosting an energetic and fun-filled evening with something for everyone. The tentative plan is as follows:
7:00pm - 7:45pm:
Classical music and dance performances from all over India interspersed with talks about Diwali
Venue: Stanford Memorial Church
7:45pm - 8:30pm:
Indian folk and contemporary arts performances
Venue: White plaza
8:30pm - 9:15pm:
Indian vegetarian dinner
Venue: White plaza
9:15 - midnight:
DJ Night with music from Indian movies
Venue: Old Union Ball room
All are welcome! All parts of this event are free and open to all. You are asked to register at their Facebook events page.

Diwali Celebration at City Center Bishop Ranch
2021-11-06 16:00 - 19:00 | City Center Bishop Ranch, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA, 94583
Celebrate Diwali at City Center Bishop Ranch with family-friendly festivities including Indian-themed music, Bollywood dancers, henna tattoo artists, and a Rangoli art experience.

ILLUMINATION: Literary Works Imagining New Light
2021-11-06 14:00 - 15:30 | Oakland Asian Cultural Center, 388 9th St. #290, Oakland, CA, 94607
The Oakland Asian Cultural Center presents a literary event with inspirational readings by local artists. The event will be held in-person and livestreamed OACC’s YouTube channel for remote audience viewing.
From OACC:
ILLUMINATION is a literary gathering that broadens the theme of Diwali to reframe what ‘light’ or ‘new beginnings’ mean to us. Diwali marks the beginning of a new year, but more broadly how a new year potentially symbolizes new beginnings and new light. While intended to be a space of celebration and coming together, this event seeks to also challenge the oppressive nature of this holiday that is based in Hindu Brahminical practices have historically and till date threatened the survival of Dalit and Adivasi communities in India and overseas. We invite you to join us to enjoy inspirational readings by local artists Preeti Vangani, Nidhi Jaisoor, Anita Felicelli, and Karthik Sethuraman. The event program is curated by Preeti Vangani and presented in partnership with ARTogether.

Children’s Discovery Museum’s Diwali: Festival of Lights Celebration
2021-11-06 09:30 - 12:30 | Children's Discovery Museum, 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA, 95110
The Children's Discovery Museum is has a full program of Diwali celebrations on Saturday, November 6.
Discover the meaning and rich traditions of Diwali. Make your very own Diya lamp and have fun finding your rhythm while watching and learning Bollywood dance moves with Sun Bollywood.
Enjoy the beautiful artistry of a brilliantly colored Rangoli installation by artist Purvi Shah. Sun Bollywood performances: 11:00 am and 3:00 pm.
Due to strict capacity limits, advance ticket purchase required.
Non-Member Ticket Pricing
Adults (18-59 years) – $15
Child (1-17 years) – $15
Senior (60+ years) – $14
Infant (under 1 year) – Free
Reservations are required for members, but registration is free.

Mummy & Me Halloween Family Fun Fest
2021-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA, 95128
No tricks, just treats! Santana Row is excited to welcome back the Halloween "Mummy & Me" Family Fun Fest featuring trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, live music and entertainment, balloons and more. Guests are encouraged to wear costumes and trick-or-treat on The Row! This event is free and open to the public.
Also enjoy Halloween themed arts and crafts, live DJ's, air brush face painting, special halloween characters and more!

Glass Pumpkin Festival
2021-10-10 10:00 - 18:00, 2021-10-09 10:00 - 20:00, 2021-10-08 16:00 - 20:00 | Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA, 95128
Join Santana Row for their annual glass pumpkin patch. Stroll through thousands of hand-blown glass pumpkins crafted by BAGI (Bay Area Glass Institute) artists and renowned glass artisans from around the country.
The pumpkins are unique gifts for friends and family and are a perfect addition to fall decoration. Some even make beautiful year-round display pieces: the pumpkins will be available in an assortment of colors, sizes and a range of prices. This is a once-a-year event, so come early and find the perfect glass pumpkin!
The Glass Pumpkin Festival will take place in the 700 Plaza, near the CineArts Theater and Meso Meditteranean and located near the large fountain. This event is free and open to the public.
Santana Row Glass Pumpkin Festival schedule:

Friday, October 8th from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 9th from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday, October 10th from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Makers Market in the Park
2021-10-09 12:00 - 21:00 | Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA, 95128
A highly curated marketplace of local makers and artisans, nestled in the beautiful Santana Row Row (on Santana Row Blvd near Blue Bottle Coffee). Shop from merchants selling US Handcrafted goods such as jewelry, handbags, ceramics, glassware, soaps, succulents, candles and more! Enjoy live music and stop into our Santana Row shop (adjacent to the market area) for libations and even more locally handcrafted goods.
Makers Market aims to bring you products that honor the ideals of American craftsmanship and are Modern + Heritage-inspired. Join us in our mission of Rebuilding the Legacy of American Made, while supporting our local artists and the community.
Saturday from 12pm - 9pm
Grab your favorite to-go cocktail from Zazil, El Jardin, EMC Seafood, Left Bank Brasserie, and Vintage Wine Bar to enjoy while strolling Santana Row between Olin Ave. and Olsen Dr. Sip on Margaritas, Moscow Mules, Sangrias, Champagne, and more!

Sounds of Summer Music Series
2021-09-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-09-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA, 95128
Enjoy live music every Tuesday in July-September from 6-8pm in Park Valencia near Smitten Ice Cream!Sounds of Summer Line Up Every Tuesday from 6-8pm
SEPTEMBER

September 14th - Deep Blue Jam, Mandolin Rock, jazz and Reggae
September 21st - Toree McGee, Country
September 28th - Kingsborough, Rock

FoodieLand Night Market - San Mateo
2021-09-12 13:00 - 22:00, 2021-09-11 13:00 - 22:00 | San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94403
What is FoodieLand? You may well ask! It is a 3-day event where family and friends gather together for food and drink, shopping, and entertainment.
From EventBrite:
A SUMMER TO REMEMBER. There is something for everyone at FoodieLand.
FoodieLand is the perfect outdoor food event for everyone. A must-attend for foodies, this exclusive festival in the heart of San Mateo is inspired by the Night Markets of Asia. Bring your friends together for late-night sounds, tastes, and scents where you can experience a street festival this summer in the Bay Area. Enjoy authentic multicultural street foods, and many enticing beverages and desserts to please your palette. Don’t miss our bar for your favorite alcoholic beverages. Stop by to participate in a variety of carnival games, and take in live musical performances by some of your favorite artists and DJs. Shop small and discover talented local artisans from dozens of local booths including jewelry, clothing, artistic paintings, candles, home decor, and more.
Immerse yourself in San Francisco Bay Area’s finest FoodieLand Night Market to eat, drink, shop, and play. Featuring over 150 vendors, you’ll experience a variety of amazing foods and drinks, arts, crafts, games, and live entertainment in one great location. FoodieLand is undoubtedly the city’s hottest summer playground. Make it a dream date, a summer night out with friends, or a class reunion to remember. Tell your friends, and save the dates for FoodieLand events for a summer to remember.
NOTE: Tickets will only be available online through Eventbrite. No tickets will be sold at the door. Please purchase your tickets in advance.
Pre-sale tickets: $7 per person, children under 5 are admitted for free.

Mountain View Art & Wine Festival Pint-Sized Edition, The Revival!
2021-09-11 11:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Mountain View, 650 W. Evelyn Avenue, Mountain View, CA
This year's 49½ Mountain View Art & Wine Pop-Up Fest, Pint-Sized Edition, The Revival! is “A Festival Like No Other”, more than ever.
From Festival website:
An authentic and moveable feast for the senses. The cool, vibrant multicultural downtown Mountain View vibe. It’s Silicon Valley’s World-Class Art & Music Festival, voted Best Festival by readers of Metro for more than a decade, and it's a spectacularly fun celebration coming back to life in a new location for just this year – the big Caltrain lot on West Evelyn, just off Castro.

ONLINE PRE-SALE TICKETS ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT! Walk-ins at the door, as space allows. If you're looking to attend and didn't get a ticket, arrive early!

The event will remain free and open to all, however, you have the option of giving a small donation if you wish to continue to support the Chamber after what has been an extremely difficult 18 months financially.
Join in the fabulously festive fun:

stellar non-stop live music on the Facebook Concert Stage with Blue House (11:30am), To Be Announced (2:15pm) and The Megatones (5pm)
150 professional artists and craft-makers showing exceptional handcrafted wares
food trucks, booths and carts plus artisan specialty food purveyors sprinkled in among the arts and crafts vendors
drink menu with premium wines, seasonal craft beer, low-carb hard seltzer, refreshing sangria, Dr. Hops Real Hard Kombucha, signature craft cocktails from Longboard Bar, and Pathwater – 100% responsibly and locally sourced in a reusable aluminum bottle
action-packed Kidz Fab Funzone with ultra thrilling bungee jumping, hands-on art, super cool henna art, glitter tattoos and face painting, and tons of fun kids
Cornhole Corner game area, home and garden exhibits, green products, health and wellness displays and sweet sponsor swag giveaways.

Tortilla Soup Music Inc. presents a Party in the Park!!
2021-09-11 11:00 - 19:00 | History Park San Jose, 635 Phelan Ave, San Jose, CA, 95112
Great end of summer event with the great sounds of live music.
From EventBrite:
Tortilla Soup Music Inc is happy to bring you 6 outstanding bands from the Bay Area that will make you get up and dance !!! If you like Old School music then put on your seatbelt and get ready to go down memory lane.
We will have the following bands playing all your favorite songs from the past
Cisco Kid..... Tribute to WAR
Faithfully Live.... Tribute to JOURNEY
Maxx Cabello Jr
Zebop... Tribute to SANTANA
Carmen Jones....Tribute to TEENA MARIE
and yours truly TORTILLA SOUP with Special Guest PAUL BENAVIDEZ lead singer of MALO
Tickets will be sold at the door. For Additional Info call (408) 597-5509.
