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Alice in Wonderland Jr. Start Date: Friday 12/13/2019 — End Date: Friday 12/13/2019 Admission:General Admission-$10 Students will bring to life a full musical…starting with a fun and easy audition process, into rehearsal and then on to show day! Each student will experience the joy and magic of working together as a team in costume to sing and dance their way through a great story. Our young actors will learn the importance of ensemble, beginning acting, singing and dance technique and play theater games which ignite creativity and imagination while teaching the focus required to put on a musical. Grades 2-8 Additional information can be located at https://bactheatre.org/classes/fall/2-5/pittsburg. Location: 351 Railroad Ave Pittsburg Contact: California Theatre info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com URL: http://www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/upcoming-events/

The Nutcracker Start Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 Admission:$15-25 Black Diamond Ballet returns to the stage for it’s eighth consecutive year with Sharon Sobel Idul’s professional production of the Nutcracker – the only full-length production in Contra Costa County. With a cast of 40 + performers featuring professional dancers from SF Ballet, Diablo Ballet and more. Join us for this wonderful holiday tradition for the whole family! Performance will be held at the Creative Arts Building, 250 School Street Location: 250 School Street Pittsburg Contact: California Theatre info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com URL: http://www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/upcoming-events/

Michael Krasny Live on Stage with Ronn Owens Start Date: Monday 1/6/2020 — End Date: Monday 1/6/2020 Admission:$25 – $52 In this premier presentation of the Kanbar Center’s new “Live On Stage with Michael Krasny” Series, KQED Forum Radio Talk Show host Michael Krasny welcomes his old friend and colleague, Ronn Owens, to the stage for a lively conversation from two of the Bay Area’s iconic radio personalities. With more than a thousand on-air and on-stage interviews between the two of them, tonight, they take the stage together to share a bit of their past, two lifetimes of broadcasting current and cultural events, highlights of their careers and views on present issues. Their on-stage conversation will be followed by the opportunity to take questions from audience members. Add-on ticket ($20) available for post event dessert reception with our special guest. Michael Krasny sets the standard by which all public affairs and cultural radio is measured. – Michael Chabon WHAT: An on-stage conversation SEATING: General Admission & Reserved Table choices TICKETS: $25 – $52 Reserved table/General Admission Choices MORE: $20 – Post Event Desert Reception WHEN: Monday, January 6, 2020 @ 7:30pm TIMING: 6:30pm – Concessions/Will Call open 6:45pm – Doors Open 7:30pm – Program Begins / approx. 45-60 minutes of on-stage conversation followed by audience Q & A 9:00pm – (requires additional ticket) Post Event dessert reception with Ronn & Michael Location: 200 N San Pedro Rd. San Rafael Contact: Heidi Paul hpaul@marinjcc.org URL: https://www.marinjcc.org/Owens

10th Annual Other Cafe Comedy Showcase’s NEW YEAR’S EVE Stand-Up Comedy Start Date: Tuesday 12/31/2019 — End Date: Tuesday 12/31/2019 Admission:$32.50 – $69.50 FIVE A-LIST COMEDIANS in one show! The Osher Marin JCC joins the Other Café Comedy Showcase to present their 10th Annual New Year’s Eve Comedy Show of smart, clean and funny humor. Known as one of the top comedy shows of the year and always a sell-out, the evening is timed so attendees can enjoy an early dinner at a favorite restaurant, be elsewhere for the stroke of midnight, OR stay for the festive After Party with the Comics which includes a complimentary bubbly toast at midnight! or you can use the evening as your personal New Year’s celebration with friends and reserved lantern-lit tables for four or eight. Smart, funny and clean stand-up comedy from 5 comics in ONE hilarious show. This Year’s New Year’s Eve Stand-Up Comedy Celebration STARRING: JOE DEVITO – Celebrated National Headliner DWAYNE PERKINS – Conan, Comedy Central, Jay Leno Show FEATURING: JANN KARAM – Late Night, HBO, Tonight Show SPECIAL GUEST: JONN LEHRE – Bay Area Comedian/Story Teller HOSTED BY: MAUREEN LANGAN – Award Winning Comic The evening INCLUDES: -Pre-show cocktail Party at 7:30 with No Host Full Bar and Light snacks available for purchase. -Two hour comedy show starting at 9pm with intermission After-party at 11:30 for the countdown with complimentary glass of bubbly at MIDNIGHT in Lobby WHEN: Dec. 31: 2019 @ 9pm 7:30pm: Pre-event No-Host Full Bar 8:00 Theater Doors Open 9pm: Comedy Showcase 11:15 -12:30 After Party & Countdown with the Comics TICKETS: Start as low as $34.50 with General Admission, Reserved seats and Candle-lit Group Tables Available @ www.marinjcc.org/NYE MORE: LOTS of FREE PARKING. Recommended for 18 and older. use code: OSHERVIP for discount Location: 200 N San Pedro Rd. San Rafael Contact: Bob Ayres bob@theothercafe.com URL: https://www.marinjcc.org/NYE

KITKA Women’s Vocal Ensemble perform: Wintersongs Start Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 Admission:$20 – $37 The ethereal, haunting and beautiful songs of Kitka’s music has become a traditional and favorite concert for families throughout the Bay Area. Currently celebrating its 40th season, this amazing ensemble was founded through inspiration from traditional songs and vocal techniques from Eastern Europe and Eurasia. KITKA has earned international recognition for its distinctive sound, exploring a vast palette of ancient yet contemporary-sounding vocal effects. Wintersongs captures, celebrates and shares the power of community singing that would infuse warmth, cheer, spirituality, and wishes for peace, health, and good fortune into the long, dark, cold and difficult winter season across the Eastern European borders. This year’s Wintersongs program is subtitled “Weathering the Storm,” the first in a series of ‘Vocal Ecology’ concerts and an artistic response to urgent environmental issues impacting us all. Come warm up the winter and celebrate the season through beautiful vocal harmonies. “Simply amazing harmonies…truly this is the most wonderful singing I have ever heard.” —David Crosby, CROSBY, STILLS, AND NASH General Admission $30 public / $37 day of Reserved Table Seats $35 public / $42 day of $15/20 Age 17 & under Location: 200 N San Pedro Rd San Rafael Contact: Heidi Paul hpaul@marinjcc.org URL: https://www.marinjcc.org/kitka

KITKA Women’s Vocal Ensemble performs Wintersongs Start Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 Admission:$20 – $37 The ethereal, haunting and beautiful songs of Kitka’s music has become a traditional and favorite concert for families throughout the Bay Area. Currently celebrating its 40th season, this amazing ensemble was founded through inspiration from traditional songs and vocal techniques from Eastern Europe and Eurasia. The group has earned international recognition for its distinctive sound, exploring a vast palette of ancient yet contemporary-sounding vocal effects. Wintersongs captures, celebrates and shares the power of community singing that would infuse warmth, cheer, spirituality, and wishes for peace, health, and good fortune into the long, dark, cold and difficult winter season across the Eastern European borders. This year’s Wintersongs program is subtitled “Weathering the Storm,” the first in a series of ‘Vocal Ecology’ concerts and an artistic response to urgent environmental issues impacting us all. Come warm up the winter and celebrate the season through beautiful vocal harmonies. “Simply amazing harmonies…truly this is the most wonderful singing I have ever heard.” —David Crosby, CROSBY, STILLS, AND NASH General Admission $30 public / $37 day of Reserved Table Seats $35 public / $42 day of $15/20 Age 17 & under Concessions of Beer, Wine, Peets Coffee, Numi Teas, Sodas and fresh baked goods available for purchase Location: 200 N San Pedro Rd San Rafael Contact: Heidi Paul hpaul@marinjcc.org URL: https://www.marinjcc.org/kitka

November Art Kiosk Installation in Downtown Redwood City Start Date: Saturday 11/16/2019 — End Date: Monday 12/16/2019 Admission:Free The Redwood City Improvement Association in partnership with Fung Collaboratives, has unveiled the latest Art Kiosk Installation exhibit by artists, Jose Castillo, Peter Moen and Tiffany Moen, titled “Bonds Unburnt.” Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, November 16 at 4 p.m. at Downtown Redwood City’s Courthouse Square Kiosk to welcome the project to the district. “Bonds Unburnt” embodies the connections created with other people relating to those of the tragic Californian fires of 2018. The installation is inspired by the Japanese “red string of fate” legend which states how people are connected through others who are destined to meet by the attachment of an invisible red string. Symbolizing the fires, orange strings were specifically used to represent the connections of those affected. The smell of charred wood will linger throughout the exhibition, allowing attendees to experience the atmosphere of the fires. The sculpture will encompass an hourglass shape, standing at 12 feet high with a 6-foot diameter. A basket will form at the middle of the hourglass, including the charred wood and personal items from the artists and donations from Redwood City residents. In partnership with Fung Collaboratives, the rotating Art Kiosk Installations will continue throughout 2019 with different featured artists in an effort to enhance the community’s fine art scene for residents and visitors. “Bonds Unburnt” will be on display until December 16, 2019. Location: 2208 Broadway St. Redwood City Contact: Redwood City Improvement Association info@visitRWC.org URL: http://visitrwc.org/

Palo Alto Festival of the Arts Start Date: Saturday 8/22/2020 — End Date: Sunday 8/23/2020 Admission:Free The 39th annual Palo Alto Festival of the Arts hosted by the Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce becomes home to 300 fine art and contemporary craft displays, Italian street painting, kids’ art studio, and entertainment throughout. Artists come from all over the country, as well as throughout the Bay Area, bringing hundreds of one-of-a-kind art pieces and artisan crafts presented in an awe-inspiring display of creativity and talent. In addition, witness the amazing street artists use vivid chalk pastels to create impressive works of art on the pavement. Enjoy this multifaceted arts celebration along with a tempting assortment of tasty foods, fine wines, and micro-brews. Public transit and free parking make visiting the free-admission festival easy and convenient. For more information contact 650-324-3121 or www.mlaproductions.com. Location: University Avenue Palo Alto Contact: Mary Lou Atkins marylou@mlaproductions.com URL: http://www.mlaproductions.com

Joy – The Urban Nutcracker Start Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/7/2019 Admission:$12-20 Enjoy the magic of Christmas through the eyes of 8 year old Tiffany, who dreams of holiday traditions through dance and song from around the world. From traditional ballet presented by “Joy Dancers”, step, presented by “Urban Nutcrackers”, African dance to “Little Drummer Boy” (tribal version) and more. All performed in beautiful costumes among a whimsical setting that bring back fond holiday memories. A holiday production for kids from 1-92. Location: 351 Railroad Ave Pittsburg Contact: California Theatre info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com URL: http://www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/upcoming-events/

Pre-New Years Eve Party Start Date: Saturday 12/28/2019 — End Date: Saturday 12/28/2019 Admission:15-20 Celebrate New Years Eve three days early and avoid the crazies on the road on NYE! A large crowd attended last year’s Pre-New Years Eve Dance! $15/advance (by Dec 27) or $20/door includes dancing to your favorite hits at a beautiful and exclusive tennis club by the water. Adults of all ages welcome. Festive attire requested. NYE party hats and favors are included. Saturday, December 28, 2019, 8pm-Midnight. LOCATION: The Club at Harbor Point, Lighthouse Grill, 475 E Strawberry Dr, Mill Valley CA. From Hwy 101 take Tiburon Blvd east; right on Strawberry Dr. Go appx. one mile and turn left into Harbor Point. Free parking. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization; Singles2Couples; and by many singles meetups. This is a fundraiser for The Seva Foundation, www.seva.org, to restore sight to the blind. Every $50 we raise at the party finances a cataract surgery for one blind person in one of the poor countries of the world! So please invite all of your single friends! DISCOUNTS & more parties at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Single in the City Mixer, Nov 3, San Francisco •Peninsula Speed Dating, Nov 10, Burlingame •Sensory Overload Wine, Nature, Art & Culture, Nov 10, Napa •Wine Tasting Party, Nov 16, Larkspur •East Bay Speed Dating, Nov 16, Fremont/Union City •Thursday Night Singles, Nov 21, Newark •Luxurious Napa Hotel Mixer, Nov 23, Napa • The Thanksgiving Ball at The Fairmont, Nov 30, San Francisco •Marin Holiday Mixer, Dec 13, San Rafael •SF Holiday Mixer, Dec 14, San Francisco •New Years Eve Bash, Dec 31, TBA Location: 475 E Strawberry Dr Mill Valley Mill Valley Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: http://www.thepartyhotline.com