Name: Halloween Night at the Museum
Start: 2026-10-31T17:00:00-07:00
Location: The Museum of American Heritage

The Museum of American Heritage

The ghosts are out at MOAH this Halloween! Grab your costumes for a night of eerie vibes and spine-tingling fun. Come enjoy Halloween candy, a flashlight ghost hunt, weird history and artifacts, a mad scientist demo, tarot readings, and more! RSVP HERE: <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_JsO_JaxkzQJKe5lZIDWiCR-XxpNJMvsxx6QYdbhPFSXB8Q/viewform?usp=header" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_JsO_JaxkzQJKe5lZIDWiCR-XxpNJMvsxx6QYdbhPFSXB8Q/viewform?usp=header</a>

Local Event: Halloween Night at the Museum

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Halloween Night at the Museum

The ghosts are out at MOAH this Halloween! Grab your costumes for a night of eerie vibes and spine-tingling fun.  Come enjoy...

Seiler Family Gymnasium, Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Join us for a high-energy, fun-filled dance party as we come together to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and support! Whether you're a dance pro or a first timer, this event is open to all aged 13+ and all fitness levels.FreePresented by The Oshman Family JCC

Local Event: Pink Dance Party Fundraiser

Pink Dance Party Fundraiser

Join us for a high-energy, fun-filled dance party as we come together to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research...

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden

All ages are invited to spend a beautiful morning at Gamble Garden. This month’s theme is soil and we’ll be honoring Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. Visit our “soil by feel” education station and learn about home composting.
Second Saturday is free and includes activities such as:
<ul><li>“Soil by feel” education station</li><li>A home composting demonstration</li><li>Scavenger hunts</li><li>Craft stations: paper pots, planting seeds, and painting pots</li><li>Storytime led by a Palo Alto Librarian</li><li>Small selection of plants available for sale</li><li>A visit to Elizabeth’s house</li><li>Guided tours</li></ul>
This month’s community partners include GreenWaste of Palo Alto, Green Latinos, and Master Gardeners.
Register for one of three timed entry slots: 10:00, 10:30, or 11:00 AM. When you arrive, stop by one of our two Welcome Tables to check in and get started on the morning’s tours and activities.

Local Event: Second Saturday (October)

Second Saturday (October)

All ages are invited to spend a beautiful morning at Gamble Garden. This month’s theme is soil and we’ll be honoring...

Become a citizen scientist, and help collect important data about native plants and animals!Gamble Garden is excited to partner with the California Native Plant Society to support the Biodiversity in Urban Gardens (BUG) initiative.Join us for this FREE information and training session to learn more about this exciting opportunity and how you can get involved in the project.This project will be a two-year effort that links community science, public policy, and civic action to foster biodiversity in urban landscapes. Participants will join community scientists across California, recording observations of native wildlife interacting with native plants to provide much-needed data on the relationship between these organisms in urban areas.In this workshop, you will learn more about the BUG initiative, ways to get involved, and how to use iNaturalist to contribute observations to the project.No experience is necessary. To learn more about the BUG initiative,&nbsp;visit <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fcnps.org%2Fbug%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE3VVd6SDhjbGVYNlBoWU54c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqO5UrOhpx1emuZUQDbzujUKaNkZlpljIKCVyR4HfRgtXxGL2wQlqjcszsbJ_aem_mQrx7KPlgaRDZir03PGuqA&amp;h=AUDGCa_-bFOVkIOMqVP9-qZfveVDQS0mgqR1SV9uImIK9K84IWFMexK3WBOlH7WozhsJ25ZClMXGL1xNkuYFmhRTELK53PeVsr8ygeS2um7RMud1tMxIEtqYMWtFgl1amF8bmJHqSc5piksbGXKlKzbOA-UBDeRZGEo_Kg&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUA1El8QQm2uSy-K8pgLQjSbgoOTMIfxGldqM7On73ZlGw2VoQfkF3RI3LzThaPa0o__Bo_-mWIKw50qA2Gkdherza4vXq6VoEV98bMtH6gAyb_q0Aeiq7dJdQHSV9pRrPhgC66Uowd4u7iub4kkW96mgpz6DfuVR0k" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">cnps.org/bug</a><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fcnps.org%2Fbug%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE3VVd6SDhjbGVYNlBoWU54c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqO5UrOhpx1emuZUQDbzujUKaNkZlpljIKCVyR4HfRgtXxGL2wQlqjcszsbJ_aem_mQrx7KPlgaRDZir03PGuqA&amp;h=AUDGCa_-bFOVkIOMqVP9-qZfveVDQS0mgqR1SV9uImIK9K84IWFMexK3WBOlH7WozhsJ25ZClMXGL1xNkuYFmhRTELK53PeVsr8ygeS2um7RMud1tMxIEtqYMWtFgl1amF8bmJHqSc5piksbGXKlKzbOA-UBDeRZGEo_Kg&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUA1El8QQm2uSy-K8pgLQjSbgoOTMIfxGldqM7On73ZlGw2VoQfkF3RI3LzThaPa0o__Bo_-mWIKw50qA2Gkdherza4vXq6VoEV98bMtH6gAyb_q0Aeiq7dJdQHSV9pRrPhgC66Uowd4u7iub4kkW96mgpz6DfuVR0k" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Materials Needed: Please bring a smartphone, tablet, computer, and/or camera.

Local Event: Biodiversity in Urban Gardens (BUG) Initiative Workshop

Biodiversity in Urban Gardens (BUG) Initiative...

Become a citizen scientist, and help collect important data about native plants and animals!Gamble Garden is excited to partner...

Biodiversity in Urban Gardens (BUG) Initiative Workshop

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...

San Mateo & Santa Clara Counties

A showcase of environmentally-friendly homes in San Mateo and Santa Clara County renovated with sustainability in mind.
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Acterra is proud to present the 2026 Peninsula and South Bay Green@Home Tour! This is a free, community-powered event that invites the public to explore innovative, electrified homes. On Saturday, October 10th, from 11 AM to 3 PM, explore homes throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo County, ranging from new construction to those transitioning away from gas. Gain valuable insights from tour hosts on appliance selection, contractor decisions, installation processes, tax credits, and incentives, making your transition to electric living informed and cost-effective.
Attendees will have the chance to see firsthand a wide variety of electric appliances and environmentally-conscious home upgrades, including energy-efficient heat pumps for heating and cooling, heat pump water heaters, induction cooktops, rainwater catchments, compost bins, electric vehicles (EVs), solar panels, battery storage systems, and more. Attendees will also be able to engage with tour hosts to learn about their choices, including financial considerations, rebate programs, contractors, and appliance models.
The free Tour is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors. 
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Este verano, Acterra se enorgullece de presentar el Peninsula y South Bay Green@Home Tours 2026. Este evento gratuito, impulsado por la comunidad, invita al público a explorar viviendas electrificadas innovadoras. El sábado 10 de octubre, de 11 AM a 3 PM, explore viviendas en los condados de San Mateo y Santa Clara, desde nuevas construcciones hasta aquellas que están dejando de usar gas. Obtenga valiosa información de los guías sobre la selección de electrodomésticos, las decisiones de los contratistas, los procesos de instalación e incentivos y créditos, para que su transición a una vida eléctrica sea informada y asequible.
Los asistentes tendrán la oportunidad de ver de primera mano una amplia variedad de electrodomésticos y mejoras ecológicas para el hogar, como bombas de calor de bajo consumo para calefacción y refrigeración, calentadores de agua con bomba de calor, placas de inducción, sistemas de recolección de agua de lluvia, composteras, vehículos eléctricos (VE), paneles solares, sistemas de almacenamiento de baterías y más. Los asistentes también podrán interactuar con los guías del tour para conocer sus opciones, incluyendo consideraciones financieras, programas de reembolso, contratistas y modelos de electrodomésticos.
El tour gratuito es posible gracias a la generosidad de nuestros patrocinadores.

Local Event: Peninsula and South Bay Green@Home Tour 2026

Peninsula and South Bay Green@Home Tour 2026

A showcase of environmentally-friendly homes in San Mateo and Santa Clara County renovated with sustainability in...

Meze Kebab

Planet Comedy brings together international comedians for a night of stand-up where jokes cross borders and laughter brings us together.
The laughs are live. The bubbly is on us.
Book by Friday, October 9, at 11:59 PM PT and enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine with each paid ticket. Already booked? Your glass is on us, too.
Doors: 6:30 PM | Show: 8:00 PM
Meze Kebab · 632 Emerson St, Palo AltoMeet the comedians <a href="https://www.dhayalive.com/comedian?mc_cid=0270bec725&amp;mc_eid=UNIQID" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dhaya Lakshminarayanan</a> is a two-time MIT grad turned headlining comedian, storyteller, and TV host. A winner of Comedy Central Asia’s “Ultimate Comedy Challenge,” she’s sold out SF Punch Line, LA Comedy Store, and Gotham Comedy Club. 
<a href="https://gofrankyourself.com/?mc_cid=0270bec725&amp;mc_eid=UNIQID" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Frankie Marcos</a> &nbsp;won the 2024 San Francisco International Comedy Competition and headlines across the U.S. and internationally. A regular with Don’t Tell Comedy, he’s also been selected to perform at the New York Comedy Festival, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and Edinburgh Fringe.
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiNqla-QS0U&amp;mc_cid=0270bec725&amp;mc_eid=UNIQID" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Kristina Pandis</a> Dubbed as "The Funniest Macedonian in the World," Kristina draws on her immigrant experience to fuel a hilarious worldview. She's performed at prestigious stages including SF Punch Line, Comedy Cellar, Gotham Comedy Club, Laugh Factory, The Improv, and more. Join Us This Saturday One complimentary glass per paid ticket booked by the deadline, including existing bookings. Redeemable at the October 10 show only. Sparkling wine for guests 21+; a nonalcoholic alternative is available.

Local Event: Saturday Comedy + a Glass of Bubbly on Us

Saturday Comedy + a Glass of Bubbly on Us

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