Arts & Entertainment
This Weekend: Block Party, Equine Rescue, Benefit Dinner, Art Exhibit
Not sure what to do this weekend? We've got you covered.
Maker Faire
Don't miss the coolest DIY (do-it-yourself) fest in the Bay Area, held at the San Mateo Event Center (2495 South Delaware St.) from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Artists, crafters, robots, electronics, music, speakers, hackers, and more. For more information (plus a free downloadable program, visit their website here).
Judy Shintani at San Francisco Fine Arts Fair
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Half Moon Bay resident and artist Judy Shintani exhibits her Deconstructed Kimono installation piece at the San Francisco Fine Arts Fair held this weekend (May 19-22) at the Fort Mason Center's Festival Pavilion (Buchanan at Marina St.). The piece is a visual exploration of the premonition Shintani says she felt months before the devastating Japanese earthquake and tsunami in March. Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Rock the Block
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A Half Moon Bay tradition, Rock the Block is one of the largest parties of the year. Dubbed a "Coastside block party," the event features local bands playing on outdoor stages, a gourmet food court (this is Half Moon Bay, after all), and dozens of local stores and businesses which will showcase their wares and services. 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. For full details and photos, visit here.
Music Schedule
Califuegos 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Bulk 5:15 – 6:15 pm
Bump City 6:30 -8:00 pm
Food Court
Sam’s ChowderMobile- Chowder, calamari, lobster rolls, shrimp po’boys
American Legion- Hot Dogs & Links
Casey’s Cafe- Chicken Sausages with Caramelized Onions, Artichoke Lasagna, Polenta Lasagna, side of greens
Crystal Springs Catering- Tacos!
Elegant Cheesecake- Cake Pops
La Costanera- Ceviche, Yucca balls, BBQ Ribs
New Leaf- Pulled Pork Sandwiches & Mixed Greens Salad
Princeton Seafood- Clam Chowder
Half Moon Bay Volunteer Fire Department Fundraiser
Help establish a Fire Hall and Museum (near the Main St. Half Moon Bay Fire Station) tonight. Volunteer firefighters will be serving a marinated crab and barbequed salmon dinner to supporters.
Wine & Beer 6:00pm
Dinner 7:00pm
$55 Donation
Location: IDES Hall - 735 Main St., Half Moon Bay
Sunday, May 22Equine Rescue Center Fundraiser
Enjoy some good barbeque in Half Moon Bay on behalf of rescue horses in need. The Half Moon Bay-based Equine Rescue Center is holding their annual fundraiser from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. at the (535 Kelly Ave., Half Moon Bay). Nashville recording artist Erica Sunshine Lee will be performing and a silent auction will be held so the Center can take care of the horses currently in their care, as well as bring more in to their fold. Kids will have fun too, with face painting, crafts, games, pin the tail on the donkey, and bobbing for apples.
Companions in Waiting Animal Adoption Fair, Art Sale at Nursery Garden Party
What could be more relaxing than hanging out in a nursery and admiring some local art and meeting some animals? The animal rescue and adoption organization will be bringing some animals to the nursery (340 Purissima St., Half Moon Bay) for those interested in taking home a "companion in waiting." Artists will showcase their wares as well. The event runs from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.