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Inspiring Splendor: A Holiday Gathering Start Date: Friday 12/11/2026 — End Date: Friday 12/11/2026 Admission:$39 General, $59 Premium, $10 Youth This December, the PWC joins forces with the Palo Alto Chamber Orchestra to perform Vivaldi’s beloved Gloria. Carrying forward this season of celebration of women, by women, we’ll perform pieces by composers who continue to inspire us. Experience the luminous anticipation of Elaine Hagenberg’s O Come Emmanuel, Joan Szymko’s spirited Hodie, and Ann Callaway’s radiant Alleluia, Vidimus Stellam, paired with the otherworldly textures of Cindy Cox’s Wakah-Chan. We uplift traditions of community, reflection, and peace through Bernice Johnson Reagon’s stirring Seven Principles and Karen Siegel’s contemplative Oseh Shalom. The festivities draw to a heartwarming close with the gentle tenderness of Eleanor Daley’s Lullaby Carol and the timeless splendor of John Rutter’s setting of Silent Night Location: 500 El Camino Real Santa Clara Santa Clara Contact: Peninsula Women's Chorus (Alex Richard, Marketing and Comms) publicity@pwchorus.org URL: https://pwchorus.ticketspice.com/pwc-2026-2027-season

Inspiring Splendor: A Holiday Gathering Start Date: Thursday 12/10/2026 — End Date: Thursday 12/10/2026 Admission:$39 General, $59 Premium, $10 Youth This December, the PWC joins forces with the Palo Alto Chamber Orchestra to perform Vivaldi’s beloved Gloria. Carrying forward this season of celebration of women, by women, we’ll perform pieces by composers who continue to inspire us. Experience the luminous anticipation of Elaine Hagenberg’s O Come Emmanuel, Joan Szymko’s spirited Hodie, and Ann Callaway’s radiant Alleluia, Vidimus Stellam, paired with the otherworldly textures of Cindy Cox’s Wakah-Chan. We uplift traditions of community, reflection, and peace through Bernice Johnson Reagon’s stirring Seven Principles and Karen Siegel’s contemplative Oseh Shalom. The festivities draw to a heartwarming close with the gentle tenderness of Eleanor Daley’s Lullaby Carol and the timeless splendor of John Rutter’s setting of Silent Night Location: 625 Hamilton Ave University South Palo Alto Contact: Peninsula Women’s Chorus (Alex Richard, Marketing and Comms) publicity@pwchorus.org URL: https://pwchorus.ticketspice.com/pwc-2026-2027-season

EAST BAY PARTY for Single Professionals, 50+ Start Date: Saturday 11/7/2026 — End Date: Saturday 11/7/2026 Admission:45-55 Meet new single friends, 50+, at an upscale hotel! Make connections easily with our FUN Mixer Game. Dress to impress and join us for a memorable evening! WHEN: Sunday, November 8, 2026, 7-9pm. WHERE: Hilton Garden Inn, 490 Lawrence Way. Walnut Creek, CA. Free parking! Please purchase at least one drink, so this venue has us back again! DISCOUNT TICKETS at www.thepartyhotline.com: $45 (early birds). $55 at the door (if space permits). Don’t wait, as these events often sell out! CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Oct 25, South San Francisco •Rooftop Party at Spectacular Hotel, 40+, Oct 25, Napa •Fresh Start Social, adults of all ages, Oct 29, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley •Halloween Party, adults of all ages, Oct 31, Sunnyvale •Peninsula 50+ Mixer, Nov 1, Burlingame •East Bay Party for 50+, Nov 8, Walnut Creek •Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Nov 11, Palo Alto •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all ages, Nov 15, Newark/Fremont •East Bay Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Nov 18, Lafayette •Wine Tasting & Party in The Sonoma Wine Country, 40+, Nov 22 •Holiday Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Dec 2, San Jose •Marin Christmas Mixer, 40+, Dec 13, Tiburon •Silicon Valley Christmas Mixer, 50+, Dec 15, Campbell •New Years Eve Bash, adults of all ages, Dec 31, Sunnyvale •Hispanic Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all ages, Jan 7, SF. Details soon! •Marin Mixer for 50+, Jan 17, Tiburon. Details soon! Location: 490 Lawrence Way Walnut Creek Walnut Creek Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Mix & Mingle, 50+ Start Date: Saturday 10/31/2026 — End Date: Saturday 10/31/2026 Admission:45-55 Meet new single friends, 50+, at an upscale hotel! Make connections easily with our FUN Mixer Game. Dress to impress and join us for a memorable afternoon. WHEN: Sunday, Nov 1st, 2026, 3-5pm. WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel SFO, 835 Airport Blvd, Burlingame CA. We ask everyone to purchase at least one drink, so this fine venue invites us back. The hotel front desk will validate your parking ticket! TICKETS: $45 (early birds). $55 at the door (if space permits). Don’t wait, as these events often sell out! CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Oct 25, South San Francisco •Rooftop Party at Spectacular Hotel, 40+, Oct 25, Napa •Fresh Start Social, adults of all ages, Oct 29, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley •Halloween Party, adults of all ages, Oct 31, Sunnyvale •Peninsula 50+ Mixer, Nov 1, Burlingame •East Bay Party for 50+, Nov 8, Walnut Creek •Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Nov 11, Palo Alto •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all ages, Nov 15, Newark/Fremont •East Bay Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Nov 18, Lafayette •Wine Tasting & Party in The Sonoma Wine Country, 40+, Nov 22 •Holiday Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Dec 2, San Jose •Marin Christmas Mixer, 40+, Dec 13, Tiburon •Silicon Valley Christmas Mixer, 50+, Dec 15, Campbell •New Years Eve Bash, adults of all ages, Dec 31, Sunnyvale •Hispanic Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all ages, Jan 7, SF. Details soon! •Marin Mixer for 50+, Jan 17, Tiburon. Details soon! Location: 835 Airport Blvd. Burlingame Burlingame Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

SILICON VALLEY'S LARGEST PARTY for Single Professionals! Start Date: Friday 10/30/2026 — End Date: Friday 10/30/2026 Admission:35-55 ONE NIGHT. GREAT MUSIC. NEW CONNECTIONS. UNFORGETTABLE FUN! Adults of all ages welcome. WHEN: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM. We have 3 Halloween Parties tonight. If this one in the Silicon Valley is not convenient, we also have parties tonight in Mill Valley for 50+ and San Francisco for 21-49. WHERE: Hilton Garden Inn Ballroom, 767 N. Mathilda Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085. Free parking! Discounted hotel rooms available for guests who want to stay overnight. Hotel accommodations do not include party admission. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE EARLY & SAVE! $35 — Early Bird Special $40 — Last-Minute Advance Ticket $50 — At the Door SPECIAL OFFER: $60 FOR TWO PEOPLE! Bring a friend, invite someone special, or treat another single to a fabulous Halloween night! Two people for only $60 — just $30 each! All tickets include the icebreaker dance class and Halloween party. Single? Ready to Mingle? Love to Dance? This Halloween, forget sitting at home handing out candy! Put on your sexiest, funniest, or most fabulous costume and join us for an exciting night of flirting, dancing, laughter, and meeting amazing new people! Who knows? You might meet your next date, your perfect dance partner, or even someone special! Whether you’re single and searching, happily single, or simply love a fabulous party, come celebrate Halloween with us! WHAT MAKES THIS PARTY SPECIAL? Icebreaker Dance Class & Social! An easy, playful way to meet people. No dance experience or partner needed! Dance the Night Away! Enjoy great music, fabulous costumes, and an energetic dance floor, with DJ TJ spinning your favorite Top 40 hits! Halloween Costume Contest! Show off your creativity and compete for prizes! Beautiful Hotel Ballroom! Enjoy a festive atmosphere in a lovely hotel setting. Come Alone, Leave with New Friends! You never know what Halloween magic might happen! DRESS TO IMPRESS — HALLOWEEN STYLE! This is your chance to be whoever you want to be! Sexy & glamorous Funny & clever Creative & unique Elegant & mysterious Costumes encouraged! Let’s keep it fun, flirty, and festive rather than overly scary or horror-themed. Prizes for the best costumes! PARTY SCHEDULE 7:30 – 8:30 PM Icebreaker Dance Class & Social — meet your fellow partygoers! 8:30 – 11:30 PM Dancing, Mingling & Halloween Costume Contest! DON’T SPEND HALLOWEEN ALONE! Life is too short to miss a great party! Dress up, step out, meet new people, and create some unforgettable Halloween memories! Your costume might win a prize… but your smile might win someone’s heart! GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! Bring your friends, bring your best costume, and let’s make this Halloween a night to remember! CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, YourAsianConnection,, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, all ages, Oct 18, Los Gatos •Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Oct 25, South San Francisco •Rooftop Party at Spectacular Hotel, 40+, Oct 25, Napa •Fresh Start Social, adults of all ages, Oct 29, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley •Halloween Party, adults of all ages, Oct 31, Sunnyvale •Peninsula 50+ Mixer, Nov 1, Burlingame •Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Nov 11, Palo Alto •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all ages, Nov 15, Newark/Fremont •East Bay Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Nov 18, Lafayette •Wine Tasting & Party in The Sonoma Wine Country, 40+, Nov 22 •Holiday Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Dec 2, San Jose •Marin Christmas Mixer, 40+, Dec 13, Tiburon •Silicon Valley Christmas Mixer, 50+, Dec 15, Campbell •New Years Eve Bash, adults of all ages, Dec 31, Sunnyvale •Hispanic Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all ages, Jan 7, SF. Details soon! Location: 767 N Mathilda Ave Sunnyvale Sunnyvale Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

SF HALLOWEEN PARTY for 21-49 Start Date: Friday 10/30/2026 — End Date: Saturday 10/31/2026 Admission:30-60 Prepare for a night of wicked beats, dark waters, and pulse-pounding energy at an exciting new venue in the heart of San Francisco’s Marina District! A live DJ will be spinning high-tempo tracks to keep the energy electric from the first beat at 9:00 pm until the final track at 1:30 AM. Halloween the right way. Meet new friends, 21-49. WHEN: Saturday, October 31, 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM WHERE: Eria Marina, 2300 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123 DISCOUNT TICKETS at www.thepartyhotline.com. • Early Bird: $30 (Best value—available for a short time only) • Last Minute: $50 (For the late planners) • At the Door: $60 (if space permits). Tickets are limited. Lock yours in early to secure your spot before capacity fills up completely. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Salsa Saturday! All ages, Oct 17, Novato •Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, all ages, Oct 18, Los Gatos •Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Oct 25, South San Francisco •Rooftop Party at Spectacular Hotel, 40+, Oct 25, Napa •Fresh Start Social, adults of all ages, Oct 29, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley •Halloween Party, adults of all ages, Oct 31, Sunnyvale •Peninsula 50+ Mixer, Nov 1, Burlingame •Sonoma Wine Country Tasting & Party, 40+, Nov 5, Windsor •Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Nov 11, Palo Alto •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all ages, Nov 15, Newark/Fremont •Holiday Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Dec 2, San Jose •Marin Christmas Mixer, 40+, Dec 13, Tiburon •Silicon Valley Christmas Mixer, 50+, Dec 15, Campbell •Hispanic Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all age, Jan 7, SF •Silicon Valley Christmas Mixer, 50+, Dec 15, Campbell Location: 2300 Chestnut St Marina District San Francisco Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY & DANCE for 50+ Start Date: Friday 10/30/2026 — End Date: Friday 10/30/2026 Admission:30-50 Halloween always boasts the year’s best party! Everyone is so much less-inhibited. This year we celebrate at a lovely restaurant right on the water at Harbor Point Tennis Club, where the world’s top tennis players compete each year! Meet new friends, 50+ and compete for prizes for the best costumes (optional). Dance to your favorite hits with Top DJ Darryl K! DISCOUNT TICKETS at www.thepartyhotline.com. • Early Bird: $30 (Best value—available for a short time only) • Last Minute: $50 (For the late planners) • At the Door: $60 (if space is available) WHERE: Lighthouse Restaurant at Harbor Point, 475 E Strawberry Dr, Mill Valley CA. Free parking! WHEN: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 8-11pm. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Salsa Saturday! All ages, Oct 17, Novato •Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, all ages, Oct 18, Los Gatos •Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Oct 25, South San Francisco •Rooftop Party at Spectacular Hotel, 40+, Oct 25, Napa •Fresh Start Social, adults of all ages, Oct 29, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley •Halloween Party, adults of all ages, Oct 31, Sunnyvale •Peninsula 50+ Mixer, Nov 1, Burlingame •Sonoma Wine Country Tasting & Party, 40+, Nov 5, Windsor •Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Nov 11, Palo Alto •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all ages, Nov 15, Newark/Fremont •Holiday Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Dec 2, San Jose •Marin Christmas Mixer, 40+, Dec 13, Tiburon •Silicon Valley Christmas Mixer, 50+, Dec 15, Campbell •Hispanic Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all age, Jan 7, SF Location: 475 E Strawberry Dr Mill Valley Mill Valley Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

PENINSULA SPEED DATING for 30s/40s Start Date: Saturday 10/24/2026 — End Date: Saturday 10/24/2026 Admission:35-55 Meet new single friends, 30s/40s, 5 minutes at a time, at a fine hotel near SFO with free parking during the party! DISCOUNT TICKETS: $35/early birds. $45/advance. $55/door, if space permits. These events usually sell out, so we recommend purchasing an advanced ticket online. WHEN: Sunday, Oct 25, 2026, 3:30-6pm. WHERE: The lovely Garden Room at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 275 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco CA. We ask everyone to purchase at least one drink so that this fine venue invites us back. SCHEDULE: 3:15pm – 3:30 pm Registration. 3:30 pm – 3:45 pm Speed Dating Introduction 3:45 pm – 5:30 pm Speed Dating 5:30pm – 6:00 pm Socializing Your spot will be given away if you have not checked in by 3:45 PM. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Master Speed Dating! Online Seminar, all ages, Oct 11 •Salsa Saturday! All ages, Oct 17, Novato •Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, all ages, Oct 18, Los Gatos •Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Oct 25, South San Francisco •Rooftop Party at Spectacular Hotel, 40+, Oct 25, Napa •Fresh Start Social, adults of all ages, Oct 29, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco •Halloween Party, 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley •Halloween Party, adults of all ages, Oct 31, Silicon Valley (TBA) •Peninsula 50+ Mixer, Nov 1, Burlingame •Sonoma Wine Country Tasting & Party, 40+, Nov 5, Windsor •Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Nov 11, Palo Alto •Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, adults of all ages, Nov 15, Newark/Fremont •Holiday Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Dec 2, San Jose •Marin Christmas Mixer, 40+, Dec 13, Tiburon •Silicon Valley Christmas Mixer, 50+, Dec 15, Campbell Location: 275 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco South San Francisco Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

United Nations Association Film Festival Start Date: Tuesday 10/20/2026 — End Date: Tuesday 10/20/2026 Admission:$19 The 29th United Nations Association Film Festival continues Wednesday, Oct. 21, in San Francisco with an evening of documentaries exploring identity, addiction treatment and institutional accountability. The evening begins with ‘Becoming James,’ directed by Evan Possley. The eight-minute documentary follows a man who, after decades in prison, works to rebuild his identity and finds success in an unexpected way. Next is ‘Shuffle,’ directed by Benjamin Flaherty. Through the filmmaker’s own recovery, the documentary investigates the multibillion-dollar addiction treatment industry, examining financial incentives, conflicts of interest and the system surrounding people seeking treatment. The evening concludes with ‘Nuns vs. The Vatican,’ directed by Lorena Luciano and produced by Filippo Piscopo. The film follows a former Catholic nun who breaks her silence about abuse within the Church, as other nuns come forward to examine a culture of silence and institutional protection. UNAFF runs Oct. 15–25, 2026, with the theme Passion for Change. The festival features films on human rights issues like the environment, women’s rights, racism, and peace, engaging a diverse Bay Area audience. Location: 600 The Embarcadero South Beach San Francisco Contact: UNAFF info@unaff.org URL: www.unaff.org

United Nations Association Film Festival | Closing Night Start Date: Saturday 10/24/2026 — End Date: Saturday 10/24/2026 Admission:$19-60 The 29th United Nations Association Film Festival closes on Sunday, Oct. 25, at Mitchell Park in Palo Alto, bringing two feature-length films. Yo (Love is a Rebellious Bird), by Bay Area duo Banker White and UNAFF alum Anna Fitch, is an imaginative film explores creativity as an outlet for grief and love. In the Company of Wolves: An American Journey, narrated by Jeff Bridges and directed by Susan Kucera and Jim Swift, explores how our relationship with animals shaped a nation. Jeff Bridges is also the recipient of the 29th UNAFF Visionary Award. Location: 3700 Middlefield Rd Fairmeadow Palo Alto Contact: UNAFF info@unaff.org URL: www.unaff.org