Institute for the Study of Western Civilization

From the first arrivals to the Americas in the&nbsp;16th century to the great migrations of the&nbsp;19th and 20th, immigrants arrived&nbsp;on our shores in the millions.&nbsp;Where did they go?&nbsp;How did they fare?&nbsp;Led by Dr. William H. Fredlund, this 30-week class (3 quarters) offers an engaging look at our American story and can be attended in person or via live interactive simulcast for $350 per household per each of the three quarters. Enroll at store.westernciv.com or call 408-864-4060 (M-F, 10-5).

Local Event: Coming to America

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Coming to America

From the first arrivals to the Americas in the 16th century to the great migrations of the 19th and 20th, immigrants arrived on...

Downtown Mountain View

PROST! Mountain View Oktoberfest returns to Downtown Mountain View for two days of beer, brats, music, dancing and Bavarian fun in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Admission is FREE!
Break out the lederhosen, dust off the dirndl, and get ready to celebrate beneath the festival’s massive 200-foot Festzelt tent with authentic German beer served in traditional glass steins, Bavarian food, live German music, contests, dancing and plenty of Gemütlichkeit.
Whether you come for the beer, the bratwurst, the music or simply a great weekend with friends and family, Mountain View Oktoberfest brings a taste of Bavaria to Downtown Mountain View.
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<h4>OKTOBERFEST HIGHLIGHTS</h4>
<ul><li>Massive 200-foot Festzelt tent</li><li>German beer served in traditional glass steins and boots</li><li>Authentic Bavarian food</li><li>Live German bands all weekend</li><li>Stein Holding Competitions</li><li>Bavarian Attire Contests</li><li>Dancing, games and entertainment</li><li>Family-friendly atmosphere</li><li>Downtown Mountain View location</li><li>FREE admission</li></ul>
 
WELCOME TO THE FESTZELT
The heart of Mountain View Oktoberfest is its massive 200-foot Festzelt, where long communal tables, flowing beer, live music and dancing create the atmosphere of a traditional German beer hall right on Castro Street.
Grab a seat, raise a stein with old friends or make some new ones. Oktoberfest is about more than beer.&nbsp;It is about coming together, sharing a table and embracing the Bavarian spirit of Gemütlichkeit: warmth, friendliness and good cheer.
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LIVE GERMAN MUSIC
Deutscher MusikVerein - 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM
BlowMusik! - 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM
<h4>PLAN YOUR VISIT</h4>
Mountain View Oktoberfest
Admission: FREE
All Ages Welcome
Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase or consume alcohol.
October 10 &amp; 11, 2026.
11 AM to 7 PM.
Downtown Mountain View on Castro Street between Mercy Street and Yosemite Ave.
Festival Information: <a href="https://www.mvoktoberfest.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.mvoktoberfest.com</a>
Media Inquiries: <a href="https://www.megalith.agency/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.megalith.agency</a>

Local Event: 11th Annual Mountain View Oktoberfest

Mountain View

11th Annual Mountain View Oktoberfest

PROST! Mountain View Oktoberfest returns to Downtown Mountain View for two days of beer, brats, music, dancing and Bavarian fun...

SRI Parc Campus, 3333 Coyote Hill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Autotech Council's once-a-year expo showcasing partnership-ready mobility innovation. Join us for an afternoon of innovation and discovery as OEMs, vendors, tech companies and industry hopefuls exhibit side by side to introduce the latest automotive technology to strategy, R&amp;D, scouting, and partnership executives from across the industry.Suppliers of every size - from global T1s to venture-funded startups - showcase their next gen technology. Explore cutting-edge exhibits, network with industry leaders, and learn about the future of transportation.Exhibitors, attendee list, along with information on Exhibitor packages and how to use our MatchMaker Meeting Service for personal introductions, and startup discounts are posted on the website.$40.Presented by Autotech Council

Local Event: Autotech Demo Day

Autotech Demo Day

Autotech Council's once-a-year expo showcasing partnership-ready mobility innovation. Join us for an afternoon of innovation...

The Golf Club At Moffett Field

We’re excited to invite you to participate in our 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, taking place on Friday, October 16, 2026, at the Golf Club at Moffett Field in Mountain View, CA.
This special event brings together golf enthusiasts and community supporters for a day of fun, connection, and purpose. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit Humane Society Silicon Valley, whose mission is to save lives, keep families together, and create a brighter future for pets and the people who love them.
Your registration includes 18 holes of golf, golf cart, range balls, a boxed breakfast to start the day, drink tickets to enjoy on the course, and a lively post-play social featuring a bbq meal. You’ll also be entered into our raffle for a chance to win fun and exciting prizes.
Whether you’re an experienced golfer, first time player, or just looking for a great cause to support, we’d love to have you join us.
For more details and to register, please visit our event website at <a href="https://www.kdi.golf/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.kdi.golf/</a>.
We hope to see you on the course for a fantastic day supporting a meaningful cause!

Local Event: KDI's 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

KDI's 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

We’re excited to invite you to participate in our 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, taking place on Friday, October 16, 2026,...

Prince of Peace Christian School

Mark your calendar: Prince of Peace's Community Fall Festival is happening Saturday, October 31, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, and everyone is welcome, our POP families, your cousins, friends, and neighbors from all across Fremont.
This is one of our favorite afternoons of the year, a chance for our whole community to slow down, step outside, and simply have fun together. There will be trunk-or-treating with decorated cars from our 5th through 8th graders and church community, so kids can go car to car collecting treats in a safe, supervised space. Little ones and big kids alike will find plenty to do with lively games and bounce houses. Warm up with a sampling of chili at our chili cook-off, take a spin at the cake walk for a chance to win a homemade treat, and enjoy our nacho bar and candy along the way.
We have designed this festival to be safe, joyful, and welcoming for families of every background, culture, and belief. Costumes are welcome and encouraged for the kids, but we do ask that they stay lighthearted; please skip anything scary, bloody, or ghostly, so the day feels warm and fun for every family that joins us.
Wristbands are $5 per person and required to participate in games and activities, purchased the day of the event.
Whether you are already part of our church family, a school parent, or a neighbor who has never set foot on our campus, we would genuinely love to meet you. No RSVP is required, just show up. Bring your kids, bring a friend, invite the family down the street, and come build some fall memories with us. The festival runs rain or shine, so dress for the weather; parking is available across the street at Washington High School.
We can't wait to celebrate the season together on October 31st; see you there!

Local Event: Fall Festival 2026

Alameda County

Fremont

Fall Festival 2026

Mark your calendar: Prince of Peace's Community Fall Festival is happening Saturday, October 31, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, and...

409 San Antonio Rd, Mountain View, CA, 94040 (2nd Floor)

Some nights you remember. Some nights leave a mark. 
This Halloween, prepare to be Bitten by the Bay at the 4-star Hyatt Centric Mountain View for a night of cocktails, costumes, dancing, prizes, and plenty of opportunities to meet people.
Singles, couples, and friends are all welcome. And because many of you are coming single, our VIP singles experience returns as the VIP Singles Sanctuary Lounge—a private, low-lit lounge exclusively for singles.
This isn't simply another Saturday night at a crowded bar. It's a six-hour Halloween experience with multiple spaces, each offering a different way to enjoy the night.
For more than a decade, we've produced large Halloween Costume &amp; Dance Parties in the Bay Area, with past themes including Bewitched by the Bay, Ghosted by the Bay, and Zombied by the Bay.
This year, prepare to be Bitten by the Bay.
THE HALLOWEEN EXPERIENCE
Your night begins in the Twilight Lounge, our spacious social area. Check in, grab a drink, check out the costumes, and start meeting people.
Then enter the darkened Crimson Ballroom, illuminated with red backlighting and special Halloween effects. This is the heart of Bitten by the Bay—home to our dance floor, costume contest, bar, and VIP Singles Sanctuary.
And once you're inside, be careful.
This is where most of the biting happens.
DJ Dave X is back! He's kept our Halloween and NYE dance floors packed with dance hits, throwbacks, and party anthems. No dead dance floor.
Want somewhere you can actually have a conversation? Weather permitting, step outside to the Moonlight Terrace at View on Two, the Hyatt's spacious outdoor patio and bar. Enjoy the night air, admire the costumes, and mingle away from the music.
VIP SINGLES SANCTUARY
Coming single? We've created a space just for you.
Our VIP Singles Sanctuary is a private, low-lit lounge inside the Crimson Ballroom reserved exclusively for singles. Mingle, meet other singles, enjoy complimentary appetizers, or simply take a break from the dance floor.
VIP admission includes General Admission plus: • Exclusive Singles Sanctuary access • Private, low-lit environment • Limited seating • Complimentary appetizers while supplies last
VIP tickets are limited.
DARE TO TAKE A BITE?
Two specialty Halloween cocktails will be available for purchase:
🩸 The First Bite 💋 Bitten &amp; Smitten
A full bar will also be available.
Choose carefully. One bite may lead to another.
HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST
Costumes aren't required, but they're strongly recommended. Go scary. Go sexy. Go funny. Go elegant. Go completely ridiculous. Just don't go boring.
Just show up in ANY costume to enter!
Prizes: Best Lady Vampiress • Best Gentleman Vampire • Most Creative Costume
Entry deadline: 9:30 PM Winners announced: 10:30 PM
Our mysterious judges select the finalists. The crowd chooses the winners.
We'll also have a special Halloween photo backdrop for premium photo opportunities throughout the night.
SCHEDULE
6:00 PM — Event &amp; cocktail mixer begins 7:30 PM — DJ Dave X takes over the Crimson Ballroom 9:30 PM — Costume contest entry deadline 10:30 PM — Winners announced 12:00 AM — Party ends
No real or fake weapons permitted in the hotel.
GENERAL ADMISSION INCLUDES
DJ Dave X • Dance floor &amp; special effects • Twilight Lounge • Crimson Ballroom • Moonlight Terrace, weather permitting • Costume contest • Halloween photo backdrop • Specialty cocktails available for purchase • Full bar • Professional event security
STAY AT THE HYATT — $129 + TAX
Why worry about driving home?
A limited number of discounted rooms at the Hyatt Centric Mountain View are available for $129 + tax, while supplies last.
Check in, get dressed upstairs, take the elevator to the party, and when Halloween is over, your room is only a short elevator ride away.
Hotel Room Link: <a href="https://www.hyatt.com/shop/rooms/sjcct?checkinDate=2026-10-31&amp;checkoutDate=2026-11-01&amp;rooms=1&amp;adults=1&amp;kids=0&amp;corp_id=g-bbtb&amp;accessibilityCheck=false" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.hyatt.com/shop/rooms/sjcct?checkinDate=2026-10-31&amp;checkoutDate=2026-11-01&amp;rooms=1&amp;adults=1&amp;kids=0&amp;corp_id=g-bbtb&amp;accessibilityCheck=false</a>
PARKING
FREE EVENT PARKING: Garage adjacent to the left side of the hotel. Use the PUBLIC PARKING entrance. Free until 1:00 AM. Do not leave vehicles overnight. Free lot parking is also available in front of 24 Hour Fitness.
OVERNIGHT HOTEL PARKING: $10 in the adjacent garage. Use the HOTEL PARKING entrance.
Don't leave valuables visible in your vehicle. Event organizers are not responsible for loss, damage, citations, or towing expenses.
NOT SO FINE PRINT
21+ event. Recommended age: 35+.
Tickets are non-refundable but transferable. The new attendee should reference the original purchaser's name at check-in.A great costume deserves a great party.
Halloween only comes once a year.
#Come get Bitten by the Bay. 🧛
For more information, call Darren at (408) 444-6769

Local Event: BITTEN BY THE BAY - Halloween Costume & Dance Party

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Cupertino High School

The landmark 10th free Bay Area Kids' Book Fair is coming to&nbsp;Cupertino on Saturday, Nov. 7. 
The next day, Nov. 8, the Book Fair will be in San Ramon.The Silicon Valley Book Fair is once again at Cupertino High School, 10100 Finch Ave., off Stevens Creek Blvd.
The East Bay Fair on Nov. 8 is at Pine Valley Middle School, 3000 Pine Valley Rd. in San Ramon off San Ramon Valley Blvd.
All-time favorite children’s books characters Elephant &amp; Piggie plus movie stars Woody and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story will be on hand each day to meet and greet their fans of all ages at the Bay Area Kids’ Book Fair.
Storytelling with authors each day at the Book Fair is sponsored by Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. The Fair features authors, illustrators, publishers and educational programs.
The Book Fair is open from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with free admission and free parking at each site.
The first 200 families daily will get a free book backpack compliments of Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. Attendees are encouraged to bring canned goods to donate. They will receive a free raffle ticket for each donated can. 
Free Bay Area Kids’ Book Fair family tickets can be reserved by clicking on the Eventbrite link at the event website <a href="https://www.BayAreaKidsBookFair.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.BayAreaKidsBookFair.com</a>. All adults registering in advance online will receive a $2 Book Buck at check-in to be used for their first purchase at the Book Fair.The East Bay Kids' Book Faar is at Pine Valley Middle School in San Ramon on Nov. 8.

Authors, booksellers and educational progams can secure an exhibitor space at the Book Fair. Visit <a href="https://www.BayAreaKidsBookFair.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">BayAreaKidsBookFair.com</a>

Local Event: Silicon Valley Kids' Book Fair coming to Cupertino Nov. 7

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Flag Overhead Garage Door Service

Flag Overhead Garage Door Service is a trusted provider of garage door repair, installation, and construction services serving Mountain View and the surrounding California communities. Established in 2003 by Herman Gutierrez, the company has built a reputation for delivering fast, affordable, and reliable solutions for both residential and commercial clients. Specializing in overhead garage door repair, the team offers expert services including broken spring replacement, opener repair, and custom wooden garage door installation. As an authorized dealer of Northwest Door Products, they provide high-quality replacement parts and complete systems, often completing new door installations in as little as two to three days. Licensed, bonded, and insured, Flag Overhead Garage Door Service is committed to 100% customer satisfaction and provides 24/7 emergency support to ensure your property remains secure. Customers can expect professional service from certified technicians who prioritize thoroughness and clear communication on every project.

Flag Overhead Garage Door Service is a trusted provider of garage door repair, installation, and construction services serving Mountain View and...

RowCal - Culver City

Our mission is simple: make HOA management easier, more transparent, and more human—for boards, homeowners, and neighborhoods across the country. We believe strong communities start with clear communication, dependable service, and tools that help everyone stay connected. We combine local expertise with national resources, giving every community the best of both worlds. Our local teams understand the unique needs of each neighborhood, while our broader network provides the systems, technology, and experience to support communities of every size.

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Motherhealth LLC

Motherhealth is license and bonded home care organization in the greater bay area, caring caregivers Consistent home care 4088541883 Clubalthea.com

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Silicon Valley Endodontics and Microsurgery

Silicon Valley Endodontics and Microsurgery provides specialized root canal treatment, endodontic retreatment, and microsurgical care in Sunnyvale, California. Led by Dr. Kung, our practice focuses on precise diagnosis, advanced imaging, microscope-guided treatment, and thoughtful care for patients with tooth pain, dental infections, and complex endodontic needs. We work closely with referring dentists throughout the South Bay and strive to provide clear communication, efficient scheduling, and high-quality specialty care in a calm, professional setting.

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Illusive Comics & Games, LLC

All are welcome at Illusive Comics &amp; Games, located in Santa Clara. Woman owned and all spectrum friendly, we are a brightly lit, well organized, and welcoming shop. It's easy for anyone to come in and wander, and shop. Roll some gorgeous dice and play some boardgames if you have the time. We will you pick out the perfect item you're looking for! We have the largest selection of new comics in the Bay Area. You can also find Dungeons &amp; Dragons, Pokemon, Magic: the Gathering, and a huge selection of boardgames. We've got comic books for every age, starting with Superhero board books. We have a full weekend of events all of the time, which we update on our website each week. There's also space for free Boardgaming for you and your friends. Illusive has been a Santa Clara mainstay since 2007. We're on Stevens Creek at Lawrence Expy and 280, next to Harbor Freight, on the other end of the center from MicroCenter. Open every day of the year, our Holiday Hours for 2026/27 are Mon 11a-7p Tues 12p-7p Wed 11a-8p Thur 11a-7p Fri 11a-9p Sat 10a-7p Sun 11a-7p (Libraries, Teachers and Schools- contact us for bulk ordering discounts for your schools and fundraising options!)

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