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Kaptza – Eszterlánc – Crossroads Band | Show on May 13 @3:00PM Start Date: Saturday 5/13/2023 — End Date: Saturday 5/13/2023 Admission:$20-$30 The Eszterlánc Hungarian Folk Ensemble cordially invites everyone to a show and dance house at 3pm on 13 May at the Woodside Priory theatre in Portola Valley. The performance will interweave folk music, folk dance and modern music. Music will be provided by Kaptza, a group of five young folk musicians from Hungary. The band members are spending an academic year in Tennessee as part of a scholarship program. The dances will be performed by members of the Eszterlánc. Old favorites and new choreographies will be showcased under the guidance of our KCsP scholar, Ilka Dajka. The show will also feature a modern music block, with the Crossroads Band performing Hungarian pop-rock classics. After the concert, the theatre hall will be transformed into a dance house: children’s dance circle, adult dance teaching and táncház will follow. During the evening, food and drinks will be available for purchase: goulash soup, sausages, pastries, soft drinks, beer and wine will be waiting for the dance-weary participants. Everyone is welcome! Eszterlanc Hungarian Folk Ensemble San Francisco Bay Area Location: 302 Portola Rd Central Portola Valley Portola Valley Contact: Eszterlanc eszterlanc1977@gmail.com URL: https://www.facebook.com/events/575491724638290

Black & White Party, with Dinner, Dancing & Hot Tub Start Date: Saturday 4/22/2023 — End Date: Saturday 4/22/2023 Admission:35-45 Hot-tub wine social, mingling, great conversations, an evening filled with excitement and music! This is the private house party of the year! Saturday, April 22, 2023, 6-11pm. PARTY THEME: Black and White! Ladies: Dress up in your favorite white or black dresses. Men: White or Black color shirt with or without tie. SCHEDULE * Japanese Simple Dinner 6:00PM-7:00PM * Hot-Tub and Wine Social 8:00PM-10:00PM * Dance and Music 9:00PM-11:00PM LOCATION: Private Home San Jose 95117. Street Parking with limited parking spaces. CARPOOLING ENCOURAGED. This party is limited to 60 people (30 females and 30 males) so sign-up and pay as soon as possible! Since this is a private party, the address will be emailed to you upon your RSVP. TICKETS: $35 Early-bird or $45 Last Day NOTE FOR HOT-TUB: Please bring your own towel if you want to use the hot-tub. DISCOUNTS & MORE EVENTS at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Spring Fling, April 15, San Ramon •Black & White House Party, April 22, San Jose •Peacock Gap Mixer, April 30, San Rafael •Springtime at The Mansion Party, May 6, East Bay Hills 4 SINGLES CRUISES! •8 Day Ireland & Scotland Cruise, April 30 – May 8 •Egypt in 9 Days, inc. Nile Cruise, May 9-17 •10 Day Alaska Inside Passage, departing from SF, June 1-26 •Greek Isles: Santorini & Israel, leaving from Athens, June 25-July 2 Location: 135 W San Carlos St Downtown San Jose San Jose Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Saratoga Blossom Festival Start Date: Saturday 4/29/2023 — End Date: Saturday 4/29/2023 Admission:free Come to the Blossom Festival on April 29!!! Antique cars, art, crafts, live music and more will be part of the 2023 Saratoga Blossom Festival held April 29 from 10-4 PM at the Heritage Orchard and Saratoga Civic Center (13777 Fruitvale Avenue). The event is free and open to the public. Activities include a wide range of music; organizations such as the Master Gardeners, Beekeepers of Santa Clara Valley and more; local civic organizations such as the Saratoga Library, AAUW, Rotary, BookGoRound; Saratoga historical characters; book authors; Saratoga history lectures; and artisans. Gourmet food trucks will also be part of the fun. A special highlight this year will be Author Lawrence Coates talking about his book, “The Blossom Festival,” and the story behind the Festival. Over 15 children’s activity tables, petting zoo, and entertainment for all ages. The Girl Scouts are handing out flowers commemorating the historic festival. First produced in 1900, this historic event ran successfully for 41 years. Come help celebrate this tradition. Produced by the Saratoga Historical Foundation and sponsored by the City of Saratoga. For more information: 408-867-4311 or http://www.saratogahistory.com. Location: 13777 Fruitvale Ave Saratoga Saratoga Contact: Annette Stransky info@saratogahistory.com URL: www.saratogahistory.com

Asian and Pacific Islander Arts & Culture Festival Start Date: Saturday 5/20/2023 — End Date: Saturday 5/20/2023 Admission:FREE Part of the PAL in the Parks Family Concert Series Celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander (API) Heritage Month with family and friends at Alameda’s beautiful, new Bohol Circle Immigrant Park! Feel the resonant sounds of the kulintang from the Philippines, enjoy the gentle sway of Hawaiian hula, and hear the vibrant stringed instruments from Vietnam – all while enjoying the beautiful waterfront views. Experience hands on art activities for youth with the Alameda Education Foundation and Swings & Wings. Mouthwatering Asian and Pacific inspired foods available for purchase. The PAL in the Parks API Festival is produced in partnership with the City of Alameda’s Public Art Commission, Recreation and Parks Department and Forward Alameda. *RSVP to receive festival updates and be entered in a drawing to win cool prizes! One entry per email. Must be present to win. Location: 687 Sentinel Dr Alameda Alameda Contact: Rhythmix info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/api-festival/

Art Of The African Diaspora Closing Reception Start Date: Saturday 4/22/2023 — End Date: Saturday 4/22/2023 Admission:Free Join us at Rhythmix for the closing reception of Art Of The African Diaspora, a satellite exhibition in conjunction with Richmond Art Center! Meet the amazing artists and view the entire collection before it returns to the artists and we make room for the next exhibit. Art Of The African Diaspora highlights the rich cultural heritage of six Bay Area artists: Anna W. Edwards, Valerie Brown-Troutt, Carla Golder, Yolanda Cotton Turner, Xan Blood Walker and Zoë Boston, showcasing a diverse collection of painting, photography, mixed media, and collage. Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Alameda Contact: Rhythmix info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/current-exhibit/

Peacock Gap Mixer Start Date: Sunday 4/30/2023 — End Date: Sunday 4/30/2023 Admission:$10 It’s been many years since our last party at EXCLUSIVE Peacock Gap. We’re excited to return to this lovely setting! Only $10 at the door includes light appetizers, served at 4pm, as long as they last; plus a FUN Mixer Game, which makes it EASY to meet new friends. Adults of all ages welcome. Dress to impress. Sunday, April 30, 2023, 4-6pm. LOCATION: Peacock Gap Golf Club, RangeCafé outdoor patio, 337 Biscayne Drive, San Rafael CA. We will move indoors if it rains. Lots of free parking! CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization; and by many other singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, www.seva.org, to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Spring Fling, April 15, San Ramon 5 SINGLES CRUISES! •Japan Spring Flowers Cruise, April 11-20 •8 Day Ireland & Scotland Cruise, April 30 – May 8 •Egypt in 9 Days, inc. Nile Cruise, May 9-17 •10 Day Alaska Inside Passage, departing from SF, June 16-26 • Greek Isles: Santorini & Israel, leaving from Athens, June 25-July 2 Location: 337 Biscayne Dr San Rafael San Rafael Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Spring Fling! Start Date: Saturday 4/15/2023 — End Date: Saturday 4/15/2023 Admission:15-25 Meet new friends at the East Bay’s largest singles party of the Spring Season! $15/advance (by April 14) or $25/door includes dancing to your favorite hits. Adults of all ages welcome. Dressy nightclub attire requested. Saturday, April 15, 2023, 8pm-Midnight. BONUS: The fun begins with a Mixer Game, which makes it EASY to meet new friends, plus prizes! COME EARLY so you can enjoy the Mixer Game, plus limited FREE VIP SEATING near the dance floor, on a first-come basis. Please share these tables with other singles. Great way to meet new friends! LOCATION: Gaucho, 2410 San Ramon Valley Blvd #130, San Ramon CA 94583. Free parking! CO-SPONSORED by Society of Single Professionals and Professionals Guild. This event is a fundraiser for The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. DISCOUNTS & MORE EVENTS at www.thepartyhotline.com. · Lady in Red Dance, April 1, San Jose · Marin Single Mingle, April 2, San Anselmo · Spring Fling, April 15, San Ramon · Peacock Gap Mixer, April 30, San Rafael SINGLES CRUISES! · Japan Spring Flowers Cruise, April 11-20 · 8 Day Ireland & Scotland Cruise, April 30 – May 8 · Egypt in 9 Days, inc. Nile Cruise, May 9-17 · 10 Day Alaska Inside Passage, departing from SF, June 16-26 · Greek Isles: Santorini & Israel, leaving from Athens, June 25-July 2 Location: #130 2410 San Ramon Valley Blvd San Ramon Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

‘DigniTea’ A tea and silent auction to support victims of sexual violence. Start Date: Sunday 4/30/2023 — End Date: Sunday 4/30/2023 Admission:$45 per person Join the Grateful Garment for ‘DigniTea’ a tea and silent auction to help survivors of sexual violence ‘DigniTea’ will be a delightful afternoon filled with wonderful tea, laughter, food and friendships. There will be a silent auction and many fabulous prizes to support the mission of the Grateful Garment ?Project to help restore dignity to the survivors of sexual violence. Date: Sunday, April 30, 2023 Time: 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM Location: Nordahl Hall ? 580 Parr Ave. ? Los Gatos, CA 95032 For tickets and more information about The Grateful Garment Project:w Location: 580 W Parr Ave Los Gatos Los Gatos Contact: Marcia Rendall marcia@gratefulgarment.org URL: https://gratefulgarment.org

Lady in Red Dance, with optional Speed Dating Start Date: Saturday 4/1/2023 — End Date: Saturday 4/1/2023 Admission:20-30 Don’t be an April Fool and miss our annual Lady in Red Dance, with optional Speed Dating! Bay Area bachelors are invited to meet that very special Lady in Red at this fun party at a large Silicon Valley restaurant on April Fools Day! Gifts for the best-dressed ladies in red. Dressy attire requested. Adults of all ages welcome. Saturday, April 1, 2023, 8pm-Midnight. TICKETS: $20/advance (by March 31) or $25/door includes dancing to your favorite hits. $25/advance or $30/door includes Speed Dating as well as the dance party! Dinner or Appetizers available at additional cost. Dress to impress. 5-6:30pm – Speed Dating for ages 45+ 6:30-8pm – Speed Dating for Young Single Professionals 8pm-Midnight – Dance to your favorite hits! Adults of all ages welcome. LOCATION: The Province, a beautiful fine dining restaurant perfect for partying! 1788 N First Street, San Jose CA 95112. Free parking! CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization, Bay Area Singles Events & Travel, and by many other singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, www.seva.org, to restore sight to the blind. DISCOUNTS & MORE EVENTS at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Welcome Spring Mixer, March 19, Alamo •Barrel Tasting Party, March 26, Livermore •Lady in Red Dance, April 1, San Jose •Marin Single Mingle, April 2, San Anselmo •Peacock Gap Mixer, April 30, San Rafael SINGLES CRUISES! •Japan Spring Flowers Cruise, April 11-20 •8 Day Ireland & Scotland Cruise, April 30 – May 8 •Egypt in 9 Days, inc. Nile Cruise, May 9-17 •10 Day Alaska Inside Passage, departing from SF, June 16-26 • Greek Isles: Santorini & Israel, leaving from Athens, June 25-July 2 Location: 10 1788 N First St San Jose Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Love, Drugs, and War: The Obsessions of History’s Great Composers Start Date: Thursday 4/27/2023 — End Date: Thursday 4/27/2023 Admission:$25 A Music History Course with Prof. Stephen Schultz Exploring musical compositions related to love, drugs, and war, Carnegie Mellon Professor, Stephen Schultz, views how some of the world’s great composers address these themes in their work. Through this class, Schultz guides students to gain a deeper understanding of how these themes have been interpreted and expressed through music, and how they have influenced the creation of musical masterpieces. In each class, Professor Schultz focuses on specific musical characteristics of the countries and regions where the composers lived, covering the instrumentation and harmonic and melodic characteristics of each symphony. Most importantly, Professor Schultz will guide students on a deep dive into the programmatic and emotional content of the music created by these masters. Featuring the music of Berlioz, Mahler, Strauss, Shostakovich, Penderecki, Gorecki, Lennon and McCartney, Chavez and Ginastera Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Alameda Contact: Rhythmix info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/love-drugs-and-war/