Dance
Dance Concert by Polish Folklore Ensemble Jedliniok
Little Theater, Veterans Memorial Senior Center 1455 Madison Avenue, Redwood City, CA, United StatesThe Polish Folkloric Dance Ensemble, Jedliniok from Wrocław in Poland, present the beauty and spirit of Poland through its music, song, and dance. Dynamic performance pieces performed by dancers costumed in exquisite traditional dress, and danced to vibrant live music.
The Girl Genius Europan Oktoberfest Ball
Alameda Elks Lodge 2255 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA, United StatesEat, drink, dance, and celebrate the triumph of SCIENCE! at this splendid Oktoberfest party at Mamma Gkika's notorious famous tavern. You don't need to be a genius, a spark, or even a mad scientist to enjoy the Girl Genius Ball. Join us for an evening of adventure and dancing in Europa, home of Agatha Heterodyne, Baron Klaus Wulfenbach, and the irrepressible Jagermonsters. This is a Victorian Steampunk-themed event. Imagine the Victorians with high technology: flight (often in Zeppelins), highly programmed ‘intelligent’ robots, and computer-like machines. Costumes can range from historically accurate Victorian costume (1840-1900) to Victorian attire with technological updates (leather corset bodices, crinolines that can be converted to step ladders, utili-kilts, etc.), to traditional Oktoberfest costume or perky 19th century peasant garb in synch with the vaguely Germanic, vaguely Eastern European setting of the Girl Genius graphic novels. In short, you have a lot of choices!
Wonderboy and 29 Effeminate Gestures
Z Space 450 Florida Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesWonderboy tells an unexpected tale of a peculiar superhero puppet isolated by his gift of sensitivity. 29 Effeminate Gestures is a 12-minute solo set to music by Erik Ian Walker. It is an illuminating look at stereotypes of masculinity and considered Goode’s signature work.
Lambtown Festival
Dixon Fairgrounds 655 South 1st Street, Dixon, CA, United StatesFor your enjoyment, you will find craft and fiber booths, carnival rides for kids, competitions, and as always, a variety of great food celebrating the lamb industry and the rich agricultural heritage of the region.
CALABASH: A Festival of Gourds, Art, and the Garden
Food For Thought 6550 Railroad Avenue, Forestville, CA, United StatesGuests at Calabash enjoy a sumptuous array of fine food and wine from Sonoma County’s bountiful harvest, and live music played on hand-made gourd instruments. The event will also feature a sale of select garden art and an exclusive selection from Food For Thought Antiques.
Otsukimi Moon-Viewing Festival
The Gardens at Lake Merritt 666 Bellevue Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesThe Harvest Moon is a symbol of blessing and abundance for many cultures. Similar to tea parties, these moon viewing parties are occasions for sharing food and stories while enjoying what is considered the most beautiful moon of the year.
Belly Dance Student Showcase
Suhaila Salimpour Studio 425 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA, United StatesJoin us the first Sunday of every month at Suhaila’s studio for an evening of live music and belly dance. Free to the public.
Gather the Women North Bay: Death and Dying
Rohnert Park Senior Center 6800 Hunter Drive, Rohnert Park, CA, United StatesWe are a global sisterhood that connects women through circles. We create a safe place to share our true selves. Meeting in circle, we find our voices, claim our power, and celebrate our self-worth, leading to personal and planetary transformation. Our Fall Circle will Explore Death and Dying.
North Bay Bellydance Bazaar
Sebastopol Community Cultural Center 390 Morris Street, Sebastopol, CA, United StatesInnovative Dance Competitions! Performance Opportunities! Beautiful Wares! Live Music! Fun!
Ohlone Day
Deer Hollow Farm in Rancho San Antonio County Park, Cristo Rey Drive, Los Altos, CA, United StatesCome with children, grandchildren, and friends to learn about Ohlone tools and weapons, taste Yerba Buena tea, paint faces, drill holes, grind acorns, braid cordage, dance, play games, see flintknapping, experiment with cooking stones, and watch Keith Gutierrez start fire.