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KITKA Women’s Vocal Ensemble perform: Wintersongs Start Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 Admission:$20 – $37 The ethereal, haunting and beautiful songs of Kitka’s music has become a traditional and favorite concert for families throughout the Bay Area. Currently celebrating its 40th season, this amazing ensemble was founded through inspiration from traditional songs and vocal techniques from Eastern Europe and Eurasia. KITKA has earned international recognition for its distinctive sound, exploring a vast palette of ancient yet contemporary-sounding vocal effects. Wintersongs captures, celebrates and shares the power of community singing that would infuse warmth, cheer, spirituality, and wishes for peace, health, and good fortune into the long, dark, cold and difficult winter season across the Eastern European borders. This year’s Wintersongs program is subtitled “Weathering the Storm,” the first in a series of ‘Vocal Ecology’ concerts and an artistic response to urgent environmental issues impacting us all. Come warm up the winter and celebrate the season through beautiful vocal harmonies. “Simply amazing harmonies…truly this is the most wonderful singing I have ever heard.” —David Crosby, CROSBY, STILLS, AND NASH General Admission $30 public / $37 day of Reserved Table Seats $35 public / $42 day of $15/20 Age 17 & under Location: 200 N San Pedro Rd San Rafael Contact: Heidi Paul hpaul@marinjcc.org URL: https://www.marinjcc.org/kitka

KITKA Women’s Vocal Ensemble performs Wintersongs Start Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 Admission:$20 – $37 The ethereal, haunting and beautiful songs of Kitka’s music has become a traditional and favorite concert for families throughout the Bay Area. Currently celebrating its 40th season, this amazing ensemble was founded through inspiration from traditional songs and vocal techniques from Eastern Europe and Eurasia. The group has earned international recognition for its distinctive sound, exploring a vast palette of ancient yet contemporary-sounding vocal effects. Wintersongs captures, celebrates and shares the power of community singing that would infuse warmth, cheer, spirituality, and wishes for peace, health, and good fortune into the long, dark, cold and difficult winter season across the Eastern European borders. This year’s Wintersongs program is subtitled “Weathering the Storm,” the first in a series of ‘Vocal Ecology’ concerts and an artistic response to urgent environmental issues impacting us all. Come warm up the winter and celebrate the season through beautiful vocal harmonies. “Simply amazing harmonies…truly this is the most wonderful singing I have ever heard.” —David Crosby, CROSBY, STILLS, AND NASH General Admission $30 public / $37 day of Reserved Table Seats $35 public / $42 day of $15/20 Age 17 & under Concessions of Beer, Wine, Peets Coffee, Numi Teas, Sodas and fresh baked goods available for purchase Location: 200 N San Pedro Rd San Rafael Contact: Heidi Paul hpaul@marinjcc.org URL: https://www.marinjcc.org/kitka

November Art Kiosk Installation in Downtown Redwood City Start Date: Saturday 11/16/2019 — End Date: Monday 12/16/2019 Admission:Free The Redwood City Improvement Association in partnership with Fung Collaboratives, has unveiled the latest Art Kiosk Installation exhibit by artists, Jose Castillo, Peter Moen and Tiffany Moen, titled “Bonds Unburnt.” Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, November 16 at 4 p.m. at Downtown Redwood City’s Courthouse Square Kiosk to welcome the project to the district. “Bonds Unburnt” embodies the connections created with other people relating to those of the tragic Californian fires of 2018. The installation is inspired by the Japanese “red string of fate” legend which states how people are connected through others who are destined to meet by the attachment of an invisible red string. Symbolizing the fires, orange strings were specifically used to represent the connections of those affected. The smell of charred wood will linger throughout the exhibition, allowing attendees to experience the atmosphere of the fires. The sculpture will encompass an hourglass shape, standing at 12 feet high with a 6-foot diameter. A basket will form at the middle of the hourglass, including the charred wood and personal items from the artists and donations from Redwood City residents. In partnership with Fung Collaboratives, the rotating Art Kiosk Installations will continue throughout 2019 with different featured artists in an effort to enhance the community’s fine art scene for residents and visitors. “Bonds Unburnt” will be on display until December 16, 2019. Location: 2208 Broadway St. Redwood City Contact: Redwood City Improvement Association info@visitRWC.org URL: http://visitrwc.org/

Palo Alto Festival of the Arts Start Date: Saturday 8/22/2020 — End Date: Sunday 8/23/2020 Admission:Free The 39th annual Palo Alto Festival of the Arts hosted by the Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce becomes home to 300 fine art and contemporary craft displays, Italian street painting, kids’ art studio, and entertainment throughout. Artists come from all over the country, as well as throughout the Bay Area, bringing hundreds of one-of-a-kind art pieces and artisan crafts presented in an awe-inspiring display of creativity and talent. In addition, witness the amazing street artists use vivid chalk pastels to create impressive works of art on the pavement. Enjoy this multifaceted arts celebration along with a tempting assortment of tasty foods, fine wines, and micro-brews. Public transit and free parking make visiting the free-admission festival easy and convenient. For more information contact 650-324-3121 or www.mlaproductions.com. Location: University Avenue Palo Alto Contact: Mary Lou Atkins marylou@mlaproductions.com URL: http://www.mlaproductions.com

Joy – The Urban Nutcracker Start Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 Admission:$12-20 Enjoy the magic of Christmas through the eyes of 8 year old Tiffany, who dreams of holiday traditions through dance and song from around the world. From traditional ballet presented by “Joy Dancers”, step, presented by “Urban Nutcrackers”, African dance to “Little Drummer Boy” (tribal version) and more. All performed in beautiful costumes among a whimsical setting that bring back fond holiday memories. A holiday production for kids from 1-92. Location: 351 Railroad Ave Pittsburg Contact: California Theatre info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com URL: http://www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/upcoming-events/

Pre-New Years Eve Party Start Date: Saturday 12/28/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/28/2019 Admission:15-20 Celebrate New Years Eve three days early and avoid the crazies on the road on NYE! A large crowd attended last year’s Pre-New Years Eve Dance! $15/advance (by Dec 27) or $20/door includes dancing to your favorite hits at a beautiful and exclusive tennis club by the water. Adults of all ages welcome. Festive attire requested. NYE party hats and favors are included. Saturday, December 28, 2019, 8pm-Midnight. LOCATION: The Club at Harbor Point, Lighthouse Grill, 475 E Strawberry Dr, Mill Valley CA. From Hwy 101 take Tiburon Blvd east; right on Strawberry Dr. Go appx. one mile and turn left into Harbor Point. Free parking. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization; Singles2Couples; and by many singles meetups. This is a fundraiser for The Seva Foundation, www.seva.org, to restore sight to the blind. Every $50 we raise at the party finances a cataract surgery for one blind person in one of the poor countries of the world! So please invite all of your single friends! DISCOUNTS & more parties at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Single in the City Mixer, Nov 3, San Francisco •Peninsula Speed Dating, Nov 10, Burlingame •Sensory Overload Wine, Nature, Art & Culture, Nov 10, Napa •Wine Tasting Party, Nov 16, Larkspur •East Bay Speed Dating, Nov 16, Fremont/Union City •Thursday Night Singles, Nov 21, Newark •Luxurious Napa Hotel Mixer, Nov 23, Napa • The Thanksgiving Ball at The Fairmont, Nov 30, San Francisco •Marin Holiday Mixer, Dec 13, San Rafael •SF Holiday Mixer, Dec 14, San Francisco •New Years Eve Bash, Dec 31, TBA Location: 475 E Strawberry Dr Mill Valley Mill Valley Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: http://www.thepartyhotline.com

No Way Point Start Date: Wednesday 12/4/2019 — End Date: Friday 12/6/2019 Admission:$10-15 No Way Out chronicles the true story of the playwright’s family members in their own words taken from a collection of over five hundred letters they wrote one another in their attempt to flee Nazi Germany. By 1939 everyone in the family had left Germany except the playwright’s maternal grandparents, Stefan and Frieda Deutsch, and one daughter, Gerda. In June 1939, after Stefan is released from a concentration camp, he and Frieda escape their homeland leaving behind Gerda and her recently married and very wealthy husband, Heinz Schhottlaender. The young Jewish couple feels safe given Heinz’s enormous fortune, connections, and deep roots in Germany. As Nazi anti-Jewish actions and so-called legislation insidiously increase, Gerda and Heinz begin to understand the danger they face. While Stefan and Frieda become increasingly frantic in their efforts to find an asylum for their children, Gerda and Heinz race against time to seek a way out, even as Gerda gives birth to an infant son. Intimate, moving and riveting, No Way Out is a poignant true story of family love and devotion, humanity and dignity that the Nazis could not destroy. Location: 351 Railroad Ave Pittsburg Contact: California Theatre info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com URL: http://www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/upcoming-events/

Tropical Dance Party with Bululú! Start Date: Friday 12/20/2019 — End Date: Friday 12/20/2019 Admission:$25 in advance / $30 day-of-show / $12 youth (12 y Bay Area Latin music lovers! Get ready to kick off your holiday festivities with a family-friendly tropical dance party over at Rhythmix Cultural Works in Alameda on Friday, December 20th! Bululú will be serving up an energetic set of holiday dance favorites from Venezuela and the Caribbean—among them the popular “gaitas” (Venezuelan holiday music), parrandas, salsa, merengue, cumbias, aguinaldos, porros, and more! In addition, we’ll be featuring Adry’s Bakery, a Venezuelan caterer offering an array of delicious treats—both savory and sweet, plus full bar on premises! Come down and join us in celebrating the end of a productive year (plus the start of a new one) with a tropical twist!! Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Contact: Rythmix info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/tropical-dance-party-bululu/

Brother Ray – A tribute to the late, great Ray Charles Start Date: Saturday 12/14/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/14/2019 Admission:$20 in advance / $25 day-of-show Often referred to as “The Genius”, Ray Charles Robinson was affectionately known among friends and fellow musicians as “Brother Ray”. Ranked number 2 on the Rolling Stone’s “Top 100 Greatest Singers of All Time” list, Ray Charles was most well known for pioneering the soul music genre in the 1950s by combining rhythm and blues, blues and gospel, and contributing to the genres of country and pop music. “Brother Ray” left a strong musical legacy, influencing many individuals and musicians, including Oakland’s very own, Bryan Dyer. Manifesting a life-long dream, Dyer brings together some of the finest musicians in the Bay Area to create “Brother Ray – A Tribute to the late great Ray Charles”. At this debut performance, you will enjoy a mix of blues, rock and pop, and expect to hear classics like ” Hit the Road Jack”, “What’d I Say” and “Georgia” along with some of Brother Ray’s own holiday favorites. Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Contact: Rythmix info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/brother-ray/

Mini Masterpieces Holiday Art Show Start Date: Friday 11/8/2019 — End Date: Friday 11/8/2019 Admission:free Opening Reception: Friday, November 8, 2019, 6-9pm Exhibition Dates: November 8 – December 21, 2019 Art Jam invites you to celebrate the holidays with Mini Masterpieces Holiday Art Show presenting small & affordable artworks by local artists — Now in it’s 9th year. Give the Gift of ART! Brought to you by the makers of Art Jam! Featuring works by Marc Ribaud, Alice Dockter, Bill Jeng, Darv Teare, Judith Threadgill, JoAnne Yada, Chrissy Collins, Lynn Landry, d’Arci Bruno, Arielle Crenshaw, Mark P. Fisher and more! Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Contact: Rythmix info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/mini-masterpieces-2019/