Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden

The City of Palo Alto and Gamble Garden are teaming up to bring you a FREE hands-on Vermicomposting workshop.
Learn how easy it is to make your own worm compost! Worms will eat your kitchen scraps and create a nutrient-rich soil amendment for indoor and outdoor plants. This is a no-fuss, no-smell, and low-maintenance way to compost.
Palo Alto residents can receive a free compost bin or worm bin (one per household) by attending a compost workshop. Compost bins are available while supplies last.
Adding compost to your soil:
<ul><li>improves structure</li><li>increases moisture retention</li><li>supplies slow-release nutrients to plants</li><li>reduces erosion</li><li>develops better root structure</li></ul>
Compost helps your plants grow bigger, stronger, and healthier.
Registration required via online or call <a href="tel:4089184640" target="blank">(408) 918-4640</a>.

Local Event: Worm Composting Workshop

Santa Clara County

Palo Alto

California

Worm Composting Workshop

The City of Palo Alto and Gamble Garden are teaming up to bring you a FREE hands-on Vermicomposting workshop.
Learn how easy it...

Every garden has its hard spots. The strip by the driveway that bakes all afternoon. The corner that stays soggy after a rain. The dry shade under a redwood where nothing seems to take. Choosing the right tree for a place like that and getting it established is the difference between one that struggles for years and one that thrives for decades.
Palo Alto arborist Kevin Raftery has spent his career helping trees succeed in the toughest local conditions. In this class he’ll cover how to match a tree to a difficult site, from heavy clay and drought to deep shade and tight urban lots, and how to plant and care for it so it takes hold. You’ll leave with practical, region-specific guidance you can put to work in your own yard.
<h2>Instructor Bio</h2>
Kevin Raftery owns his own business, Kevin Raftery Horticultural Services, based in Palo Alto. He has taught in the horticulture department at Foothill College for many years, in addition to teaching classes at Common Ground, UC Cooperative Extension, and Gamble Garden. He studied horticulture and urban ecosystems at Pierce College, Antioch University, and UC Berkeley. Kevin is one of the founders and a former board member of Canopy: Trees for Palo Alto. He has also served on the boards of The Trust for Hidden Villa and Ecology Action, as well as the advisory committee at Gamble Garden.

Local Event: Successful Trees for Difficult Landscapes

Successful Trees for Difficult Landscapes

Every garden has its hard spots. The strip by the driveway that bakes all afternoon. The corner that stays soggy after a rain....

Have you ever dreamed of a gorgeous display of vibrant tulips blooming at your front door in the spring? Join Jacqueline from Phamily Peony Garden for an engaging, hands-on class on planting tulip bulbs.
You’ll learn how to create a stunning container display that blooms in stages through the spring. Each participant will receive two 5-gallon planting bags, fresh potting soil, and 28 rare tulip bulbs featuring early and late blooming varieties from our collection of Double Peony, Fringed and Parrot tulips. You’ll head home with two planted containers ready to bloom at different times in the spring.
Choose tulip varieties in your preferred color palette: orange, yellow, and red; pink, peach, and cream; or lavender, lilac and purple.
<h2>Instructor Bio</h2>
Jacqueline’s appreciation for flowers began quietly in her father’s garden, where her childhood afternoons were spent exploring and learning about blooms. This early curiosity shaped her creative path, leading her to study Fine Arts, develop an interest in psychology, and learn about Early Childhood Education. After finishing college, she chose to teach and support families as a certified parent educator through Parents as Teachers.
After the birth of her third child and the loss of her older brother in 2006, Jacqueline started nurturing her small garden, which, over time, grew into a half-acre field for hundreds of peony varieties. In 2012, she studied floristry at Filoli Garden under Anne Patrick and began making arrangements for local fundraisers and celebrations.
Today, Jacqueline grows specialty cut flowers that are not often available to florists. When she’s not with her family or tending her garden, she enjoys volunteering with Blossom Buddies, the Foothills Auxiliary, and Gamble Garden. Through sustainable practices and her homegrown flowers, Jacqueline hopes her floristry offers beauty and comfort to her community. Visit her website, Phamily Peony Garden.

Local Event: Planting Tulip Bulbs for Spring

Planting Tulip Bulbs for Spring

Have you ever dreamed of a gorgeous display of vibrant tulips blooming at your front door in the spring? Join Jacqueline from...

All ages are invited to spend a beautiful November morning at Gamble Garden.
<h3>FREE ACTIVITIES</h3>
• Guided tours at 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 11:00 AM • Scavenger hunts • Education stations • Craft stations • Visit Elizabeth’s house • Storytime
Activities subject to change
<h3>REGISTRATION</h3>
Second Saturday is free and appropriate for all ages. Register for timed entry at 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, or 11:00 AM. All Second Saturday guests, when you arrive, please check in at one of our two Welcome Tables in order to enjoy the Second Saturday tours and special activities.

Local Event: Second Saturday (November)

Second Saturday (November)

All ages are invited to spend a beautiful November morning at Gamble Garden.
FREE ACTIVITIES
• Guided tours at 10:00 AM, 10:30...

Step back in time to explore the life of Elizabeth Gamble and her historic house and gardens. This 90-minute guided tour presents a unique focus each month. Attendees will be climbing 8 steps and walking about a half mile.
Date: November 17, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Main House Front Steps at Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Audience: Ages 10+
What to Bring: comfortable walking shoes
Non-Member Cost: $15 adults, $5 children | Member Cost: Free
Current members should select the Member Ticket at checkout. Membership will be verified to ensure member pricing is applied correctly. Not a member yet? <a href="https://www.gamblegarden.org/join/join-renew-upgrade/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Join today and unlock this perk!</a>

Local Event: November Tour of Elizabeth Gamble House and Garden

November Tour of Elizabeth Gamble House and Garden

Step back in time to explore the life of Elizabeth Gamble and her historic house and gardens. This 90-minute guided tour...

Join us for this new workshop to celebrate the warmth and abundance of the harvest season! We will create a textural garland from loose bundles of greens and branches with the option to adorn it with seasonal blooms, cones, and pods designed for your Thanksgiving table.
Instructor Katherine Glazier will demonstrate techniques for constructing your garland and share ideas for adding finishing touches, such as ribbon accents and other seasonal details.
You will also learn how to further personalize your design at home with mini pumpkins, gourds, and other harvest treasures.
Registration closes on Monday, November 16 to allow time for supply preparation.
Please bring your floral clippers. Flowers and other materials are included.
<h3>Registration</h3>
$148 Members (Use code IRIS) / $185 Non-members
Gamble Garden members enjoy a 20% discount! Members, enter promotion code IRIS at checkout to receive your discount. Registration lists are checked with member lists. You may be asked to confirm your membership in a follow up email.

<h3>Instructor Bio</h3>
<a href="https://www.kjglazierdesign.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Katherine Glazier</a> is an instructor and floral arranger at Gamble Garden, and she co-led the floral design program at Filoli for eight years. She holds a European Master Certification (EMC) and a Teacher’s Diploma in the Sogetsu school of Ikebana. Katherine exhibits at Bouquets to Art at the deYoung Museum, and she conducts public floral demonstrations. Seasonal and locally grown material, with an emphasis on the beauty of California floriculture, is showcased in her designs. She also enjoys incorporating eastern and western design philosophies in her work.

Local Event: Harvest Table Garlands

Harvest Table Garlands

Join us for this new workshop to celebrate the warmth and abundance of the harvest season! We will create a textural garland...

Unwrap the magic of the season at Gamble Garden’s Winter Festival, and celebrate opening night with holiday music, hors d’oeuvres, and wine under a canopy of twinkling lights.Tickets to the Grand Opening Party offer early access to Over the Garden Fence – Winter Edition, and to the Festival Marketplace with a curated line-up of 20+ vendors for holiday shopping. Over the Garden Fence – Winter Edition is Gamble’s signature sale of loved and vintage treasures at remarkable prices.Join us for Opening Night Party of Winter Festival 2026!

Local Event: Opening Night Party

Opening Night Party

Unwrap the magic of the season at Gamble Garden’s Winter Festival, and celebrate opening night with holiday music, hors...

A festival marketplace with 20+ vendors in the Gamble House and garden under a canopy of twinkling lights.Unwrap the magic of the season at Gamble Garden’s Winter Festival! We’ve decked the halls and strung up the lights, so come visit, shop, and enjoy the festivities!

Local Event: Holiday Marketplace

Holiday Marketplace

A festival marketplace with 20+ vendors in the Gamble House and garden under a canopy of twinkling lights.Unwrap the magic of...

Gather at community-style tables for a very special holiday tea. Sip tea and savor delicious sandwiches and scones as part of Gamble Garden’s Winter Festival event series!

Local Event: Holiday Tea

Holiday Tea

Gather at community-style tables for a very special holiday tea. Sip tea and savor delicious sandwiches and scones as part of...

Experience a magical holiday evening for kids and families!-Wander through Faerie Village -Meet and pose for photos with Santa and his sleigh, storybook characters, and a holiday fairy on stilts -Delight in children’s crafts and holiday shopping -Head to the Gnome Nom Cafe for hot chocolate and cookies -Adults enjoy a complimentary glass of champagneWe’ve decked the halls and strung up the lights, so come visit, shop, and enjoy the festivities!

Local Event: Once Upon A Garden (Family Night)

Once Upon A Garden (Family Night)

Experience a magical holiday evening for kids and families!-Wander through Faerie Village -Meet and pose for photos with Santa...

Ring in the Holiday Season with a Wreath-Making Workshop at Gamble Garden!
Step into the spirit of the season with a hands-on wreath-making class. Under the guidance of floral designer Katherine Glazier, you will learn how to craft a beautiful, one-of-a-kind evergreen wreath ideal for welcoming guests at your front door or to use as a stunning centerpiece for your holiday table.
We’ll provide everything you need, from fragrant boughs to festive embellishments like pinecones and ribbons. Want to make it even more personal?&nbsp; Bring along your own garden finds or cherished trimmings from home to give your wreath a special touch.
Whether you come solo or bring a friend, this workshop offers a peaceful, creative escape from the holiday rush—and it’s a thoughtful way to kick off the season together. It’s also a great gift experience to share with someone special!
All materials provided. Please bring your own pair of sturdy floral clippers for cutting branches. This class is suitable for adults and teens.
Registration closes on Monday, December 7 to allow time for supply preparation.
Please bring your floral clippers. Flowers and other materials are included.
<h3>Registration</h3>
$148 Members (Use code IRIS) / $185 Non-members
Gamble Garden members enjoy a 20% discount! Members, enter promotion code IRIS at checkout to receive your discount. Registration lists are checked with member lists. You may be asked to confirm your membership in a follow up email.

<h3>Instructor Bio</h3>
<a href="https://www.kjglazierdesign.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Katherine Glazier</a> is an instructor and floral arranger at Gamble Garden, and she co-led the floral design program at Filoli for eight years. She holds a European Master Certification (EMC) and a Teacher’s Diploma in the Sogetsu school of Ikebana. Katherine exhibits at Bouquets to Art at the deYoung Museum, and she conducts public floral demonstrations. Seasonal and locally grown material, with an emphasis on the beauty of California floriculture, is showcased in her designs. She also enjoys incorporating eastern and western design philosophies in her work.

Local Event: Wreath-Making Workshop (Thursday)

Wreath-Making Workshop (Thursday)

Ring in the Holiday Season with a Wreath-Making Workshop at Gamble Garden!
Step into the spirit of the season with a hands-on...

Gain the knowledge and confidence to prune your roses with skill and intention in this interactive class at Gamble Garden. Combining a short classroom lecture with live demonstrations and practical garden learning, this class will take you from pruning fundamentals to putting your new skills into practice.We’ll cover essential terminology, timing, basic aesthetic pruning techniques, and how to evaluate a rose and decide which branches to remove. You’ll also learn how pruning techniques vary among different types of roses and see these principles demonstrated on actual specimens throughout the garden. You’ll even have the opportunity to practice your technique and receive guidance as you work with living roses.Led by Gamble Garden’s Garden Manager, this is a unique opportunity to learn directly from a horticulturist with more than 20 years of experience tending Gamble Garden’s roses. Whether you’re new to rose pruning or looking to refine your skills, you’ll leave with a better understanding of the “why” behind each cut—and the confidence to put that knowledge to work in your own garden.Instructor Bio: For twenty years, Ella has tended Gamble Garden as Garden Manager, guiding the care that keeps our grounds thriving. She came to horticulture after a career in logistics and procurement within the manufacturing industry.

Local Event: Rose Pruning Workshop

Rose Pruning Workshop

Gain the knowledge and confidence to prune your roses with skill and intention in this interactive class at Gamble Garden....

Ring in the Holiday Season with a Wreath-Making Workshop at Gamble Garden!
Step into the spirit of the season with a hands-on wreath-making class. Under the guidance of floral designer Katherine Glazier, you will learn how to craft a beautiful, one-of-a-kind evergreen wreath ideal for welcoming guests at your front door or to use as a stunning centerpiece for your holiday table.
We’ll provide everything you need, from fragrant boughs to festive embellishments like pinecones and ribbons. Bring along your own garden finds or cherished trimmings from home to give your wreath a special touch.
All materials provided. Please bring your own pair of sturdy floral clippers for cutting branches. This class is suitable for adults and teens.
Registration closes on Monday, December 7 to allow time for supply preparation.
Please bring your floral clippers. Flowers and other materials are included.
<h3>Price</h3>
$148 Members (Use code IRIS) / $185 Non-members
Gamble Garden members enjoy a 20% discount! Members, enter promotion code IRIS at checkout to receive your discount. Registration lists are checked with member lists. You may be asked to confirm your membership in a follow up email.
<h3>Instructor Bio</h3>
<a href="https://www.kjglazierdesign.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Katherine Glazier</a> is an instructor and floral arranger at Gamble Garden, and she co-led the floral design program at Filoli for eight years. She holds a European Master Certification (EMC) and a Teacher’s Diploma in the Sogetsu school of Ikebana. Katherine exhibits at Bouquets to Art at the deYoung Museum, and she conducts public floral demonstrations. Seasonal and locally grown material, with an emphasis on the beauty of California floriculture, is showcased in her designs. She also enjoys incorporating eastern and western design philosophies in her work.

Local Event: Wreath-Making Workshop (Saturday)

Wreath-Making Workshop (Saturday)

Join watercolor artist Jean Choe for a cozy and festive workshop at Gamble Garden, where we’ll slow down and&nbsp;paint a lush holiday bouquet featuring poinsettias, evergreen sprigs, and pinecones. This class is designed to feel relaxed and welcoming, whether you come with a friend or on your own. It’s a chance to step away from the busy holiday pace, spend time creating with your hands, and share a quiet, joyful experience with others. Jean will gently guide you along the way, making the process enjoyable for all levels. A pre-sketched watercolor page will be provided so you can focus on painting right away. All materials supplied.&nbsp;Suitable for ages 13 and up. Bring yourself&nbsp;(and&nbsp;a friend or family member), and enjoy a creative winter morning at Gamble Garden.
<h3>Registration</h3>
$72 Members (Use code IRIS) / $90 Non-members
Jean Choe is a watercolor artist and instructor based in San Mateo. Known for her vibrant, nature-inspired artwork and encouraging teaching style, Jean creates a welcoming space where anyone can enjoy painting—no experience needed. Her workshops are thoughtfully designed to help people slow down, connect with creativity, and leave with something they’re proud of. Jean has taught for organizations including the San Mateo County Library system, Redwood City Library, and Swirl Works, and regularly leads watercolor workshops throughout the Bay Area. When she’s not teaching, she runs her art business, <a href="https://jeanchoeartdesign.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Jean Choe Art &amp; Design</a>, where she turns her original paintings into prints, cards, and watercolor kits that celebrate everyday beauty.

Local Event: Watercolor Workshop

Watercolor Workshop

Join watercolor artist Jean Choe for a cozy and festive workshop at Gamble Garden, where we’ll slow down and paint a lush...

Step back in time to explore the life of Elizabeth Gamble and her historic house and gardens. This 90-minute guided tour presents a unique focus each month. Attendees will be climbing 8 steps and walking about a half mile.
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Main House Front Steps at Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Audience: Ages 10+
What to Bring: comfortable walking shoes
Non-Member Cost: $15 adults, $5 children | Member Cost: Free
Current members should select the Member Ticket at checkout. Membership will be verified to ensure member pricing is applied correctly. Not a member yet? <a href="https://www.gamblegarden.org/join/join-renew-upgrade/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Join today and unlock this perk!</a>

Local Event: December Tour of Elizabeth Gamble House and Garden

December Tour of Elizabeth Gamble House and Garden

Learn the art of creating beautiful wearable flowers in a hands-on floral design class. Participants will work with freshly harvested blooms from Phamily Peony Garden to create their own boutonnieres and corsages.Instructor Bio: Jacqueline’s appreciation for flowers began quietly in her father’s garden, where her childhood afternoons were spent exploring and learning about blooms. This early curiosity shaped her creative path, leading her to study Fine Arts, develop an interest in psychology, and learn about Early Childhood Education. After finishing college, she chose to teach and support families as a certified parent educator through Parents as Teachers.After the birth of her third child and the loss of her older brother in 2006, Jacqueline started nurturing her small garden, which, over time, grew into a half-acre field for hundreds of peony varieties. In 2012, she studied floristry at Filoli Garden under Anne Patrick and began making arrangements for local fundraisers and celebrations.Today, Jacqueline grows specialty cut flowers that are not often available to florists. When she’s not with her family or tending her garden, she enjoys volunteering with Blossom Buddies, the Foothills Auxiliary, and Gamble Garden. Through sustainable practices and her homegrown flowers, Jacqueline hopes her floristry offers beauty and comfort to her community. Visit her website, Phamily Peony Garden.

Local Event: Wearable Flowers Workshop

Wearable Flowers Workshop

Learn the art of creating beautiful wearable flowers in a hands-on floral design class. Participants will work with freshly...

Learn how to manipulate branches and foliage to create an asymmetrical yet balanced design that complements focal flowers.Through hands-on practice, explore techniques for securing floral materials using either a hidden branch structure inside the vase or a kenzan (pin frog.)After this workshop, you may find yourself looking at traditional floral arrangements in a whole new way.*Registration closes Monday, March 8 at 7 pm*

Local Event: Sogetsu Ikebana

Sogetsu Ikebana

Learn how to manipulate branches and foliage to create an asymmetrical yet balanced design that complements focal...

Create stunning spring floral arrangements under the expert guidance of Jacqueline Pham, owner of Phamily Peony Garden in Los Altos Hills. All flowers used in this hands-on class are lovingly cultivated by Jacqueline herself, including many rare and exquisite peony varieties not often seen in flower markets.In addition to peonies, you’ll have a vibrant selection of seasonal blooms to work with, such as ranunculus, designer tulips, viburnum, cherry blossom, eucalyptus, butterfly snapdragons, and more. All floral arranging materials are provided, and light refreshments will be served as you design and enjoy the beauty of the garden in spring.Join us for an inspiring floral experience that celebrates the artistry of nature and the joy of creativity.Required Materials: Please bring your own floral clippers.Instructor Bio: Jacqueline’s appreciation for flowers began quietly in her father’s garden, where her childhood afternoons were spent exploring and learning about blooms. This early curiosity shaped her creative path, leading her to study Fine Arts, develop an interest in psychology, and learn about Early Childhood Education. After finishing college, she chose to teach and support families as a certified parent educator through Parents as Teachers.After the birth of her third child and the loss of her older brother in 2006, Jacqueline started nurturing her small garden, which, over time, grew into a half-acre field for hundreds of peony varieties. In 2012, she studied floristry at Filoli Garden under Anne Patrick and began making arrangements for local fundraisers and celebrations.Today, Jacqueline grows specialty cut flowers that are not often available to florists. When she’s not with her family or tending her garden, she enjoys volunteering with Blossom Buddies, the Foothills Auxiliary, and Gamble Garden. Through sustainable practices and her homegrown flowers, Jacqueline hopes her floristry offers beauty and comfort to her community. Visit her website, Phamily Peony Garden.

Local Event: Peony Flower Arranging

Peony Flower Arranging

Create stunning spring floral arrangements under the expert guidance of Jacqueline Pham, owner of Phamily Peony Garden in Los...

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Viewpoints Art Gallery

Show Dates: November 4-29, 2026Meet the Artist Days: Sunday, November 15 and November 22, 11am-5pm Viewpoints Gallery is delighted to ring in the holiday season with “Natural Wonders,” a dazzling collection of new works in gold leaf, acrylic and collage by Woodside artist, Amy Rattner. Amy has been painting wildlife for 20 years and her ability to capture the spirit and personality of her animal subjects shines through in each piece of her new collection. “Natural Wonders” features animals from California and around the globe that have held deep meaning for Amy, literally or symbolically, throughout her life. As a result, this vibrant collection touches on themes that are both global and personal, including motherhood, metamorphosis, change and conservation. Amy’s work juxtaposes gold leaf with beautiful handmade Japanese paper, simple compositions and masterful acrylic painting. Her distinctly elegant style elevates her wild subjects, highlighting each animal’s inherent beauty, grace and essential value to the artist and to the world at large. 
Amy’s unique design aesthetic took shape at an early age and continues to inspire her today. “My mom lived in Kyoto for a year in college and filled our childhood home with beautiful Japanese screens, artifacts and woodblock prints. I grew up adoring Japanese art and design, which honored elegance, simplicity and the concept of less is more," says Amy. She also draws inspiration from the Arts and Crafts movement of the 1920s, which celebrated a return to handcrafted art, natural materials and simplicity in design. 
Amy works at home (with her two Bernese mountain dogs at her feet), and at her studio at Art Bias in San Carlos. After receiving a BA and MA in English from Stanford, she started her own graphic design firm, Kindred-Storey Designs until she rediscovered her love of fine art in 2006. Since then, Amy’s award-winning work has been juried into local, national, and international exhibitions and has appeared in magazines such as Mountain Home, Southwest Art, Palette Magazineand Art and Color 365. Her work has been featured in galleries throughout California, in Santa Fe, New Mexico and online at UGallery. She is a member of Allied Artists West (AAW), Art Bias, the Santa Clara Valley Watercolor Society, American Women Artists and the Association of Animal Artists. Amy’s work is currently available at Viewpoints Gallery in Los Altos.&nbsp; More information about Amy’s work can be found on her website, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.amyrattnertart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">www.amyrattnertart.com</a>, on Instagram @amysr, on Facebook <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/AmyRattnerArt" rel="nofollow noopener">www.facebook.com/AmyRattnerArt</a> and on the Viewpoints Gallery website, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.viewpointsgallery.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">www.viewpointsgallery.com</a>.

Local Event: “Natural Wonders” by Amy Rattner

“Natural Wonders” by Amy Rattner

Show Dates: November 4-29, 2026Meet the Artist Days: Sunday, November 15 and November 22, 11am-5pm Viewpoints Gallery is...

Cupertino High School

The landmark 10th free Bay Area Kids' Book Fair is coming to&nbsp;Cupertino THIS Saturday, Nov. 7. 
The next day, Nov. 8, the Book Fair will be in San Ramon.
The Silicon Valley Book Fair THIS&nbsp;SATURDAY 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 programs 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 THIS SATURDAY

Silicon Valley Kids' Book Fair coming to...

The landmark 10th free Bay Area Kids' Book Fair is coming to Cupertino THIS Saturday, Nov. 7. 
The next day, Nov. 8, the Book...

Silicon Valley Kids' Book Fair coming to Cupertino THIS SATURDAY

Bing Concert Hall

Join the <a href="https://orchestras.stanford.edu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Stanford Philharmonia</a> for an evening of musical discovery as we celebrate the Beethoven Bicentennial, 1827–2027! Meet Melbourne-based guest composer <a href="https://melodyeotvos.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Melody Eötvös</a>&nbsp;at a special onstage Q&amp;A with Paul Phillips at 7:00 PM, followed by the concert at 7:30 PM.
Conducted by <a href="https://www.paulsphillips.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Paul Phillips</a>, the Stanford Philharmonia will perform Debussy’s Petite Suite, Milhaud’s Stanford Sérénade featuring Cindy Liu ’28, oboe, the California premiere of Melody Eötvös’s Red Dirt | Silver Rain, and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 in C Major.
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 7:30 PM 💬 Pre-concert Q&amp;A with Paul Phillips and Melody Eötvös at 7:00 PM 📍 Bing Concert Hall, Stanford University
🎟️ Tickets: $37 general; $32 seniors and students; free for Stanford students. Prices include the $4 per-ticket online or phone fee. <a href="https://live.stanford.edu/partner-events/department-of-music/202627-season/fall/stanford-philharmonia/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Get tickets</a>.
Presented by the Stanford Department of Music.
For more information, please contact <a href="https://music.stanford.edu/people/sunyoung-park" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SunYoung Park</a> at the Stanford Orchestral Studies Program.

Local Event: Stanford Philharmonia Fall Concert

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Stanford Philharmonia Fall Concert

Join the Stanford Philharmonia for an evening of musical discovery as we celebrate the Beethoven Bicentennial, 1827–2027! Meet...

The Stanford Wind Symphony&nbsp;takes audiences on a vibrant musical journey from the ancient streets of Rome in Respighi’s evocative I Pini di Roma to the breathtaking landscapes of Yagisawa’s Machu Picchu, alongside the luminous energy of Mackey’s Aurora Awakes and the youthful exuberance of Reed’s The Hounds of Spring. The program includes Borne’s virtuosic Carmen Fantasy, featuring Stanford student flutist Erica Wang as soloist, bringing the brilliance and expressive power of the flute to the concert stage.

 General Admission: $37&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Seniors/Non-Stanford Students: $32

Local Event: Stanford Wind Symphony Concert

Stanford Wind Symphony Concert

The Stanford Wind Symphony takes audiences on a vibrant musical journey from the ancient streets of Rome in Respighi’s...

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10:00 AM

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA

Once Upon A Garden (Family Night)

DEC

5

5:00 PM

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA

Wreath-Making Workshop (Thursday)

DEC

10

6:00 PM

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA

Rose Pruning Workshop

DEC

12

10:00 AM

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA

Wreath-Making Workshop (Saturday)

DEC

12

1:00 PM

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA

Watercolor Workshop

DEC

15

10:30 AM

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA

December Tour of Elizabeth Gamble House and Garden