South Bay and Peninsula
Jan. 9
Silicon Valley Auto Show: Shift into high gear this month and visit this Jan. 9-11 auto show featuring the latest models of cars, trucks, SUVs, crossovers and more. Sit in the drivers’ seats, check under the hoods and speak with product specialists about the different vehicles. Test-drive new vehicles from brands such as Cadillac, Tesla and Toyota too. Opens at 10 a.m. each day, Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara. bit.ly/4qnQvKw
Let’s Do Lunch! A Veganuary 2026 Lunch and Learn Series: Join a group of like-minded adults and eat delicious, healthy food and learn why switching to a whole-foods diet consisting primarily of plants is important. Every week, meet at different restaurants in Menlo Park, Palo Alto or Redwood City for lunch and meet like-minded people while you enjoy a scrumptious lunch. $366 for a series of lunching and learning: 11:30 a.m., various locations. bit.ly/4979pOH
Weekly Friday Meditation: Achieve inner peace and calm in this weekly session. There are various meditation modes, guided by music, chanting, spiritual readings or silence. 11:30 a.m., Center for Spiritual Living San Jose, 1195 Clark St., San Jose. bit.ly/3YHIpAF
Jan. 10
Red Cross Blood Drive — Bernal: Do your part to help donate blood for those in need. 8 a.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 150 Bernal Road, San Jose. bit.ly/4qqGI6B
Sozo Fit — Strengthen Your Body, Renew Your Spirit: Join this free workout class and boost your health and wellness. This is a faith-inspired fitness community designed to help you live stronger, healthier and whole. Everyone, regardless of fitness level, is welcome. 9 a.m., 685 Jarvis Drive, Morgan Hill. bit.ly/4qpJLvU
Jan. 11
Hike at Calero County Park: Join the Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) for a hike at Calero County Park, where you will be led by POST ambassadors who will share about the natural history of the area and about the trust’s contributions to the park. This is a 4-mile strenuous hike, so be prepared to sweat it out. 10 a.m., Calero County Park, McKean Picnic Area, 23205 McKean Road, San Jose. bit.ly/3Ye4NBw
Hidden Villa Weekend Farm Tour: Get up close and personal with farm animals such as cows, pigs, chickens, sheep and goats and learn interesting facts and how to care for these animals. Wear closed-toed shoes, as it can get a little dirty. $18 per person. 10 a.m., 26870 Moody Road, Los Altos Hills. bit.ly/3YHYtSV
Jan. 12
Erin Mordecai “Global Change and the Ecology and Evolution of Infectious Disease”: Learn more about infectious diseases in this biology seminar open to the public. 4 p.m., Clark Center, Clark Auditorium, 318 Campus Drive, Stanford. stanford.io/4j9dV3W
Jan. 13
The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks: Join this conversation with best selling author David Brooks in his book “How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply,” in which he helps readers pose essential questions if you want to know a person. Registration is required. 11 a.m., Mountain View City Library, 585 Franklin St., Mountain View. bit.ly/49w3tPR
Jan. 14
Pivotal Moments — a Personal Writing Workshop: Take part in this three-part intensive course in personal essay writing with author Jane Ganahl. The sessions take place on three consecutive Wednesdays (Jan 14, 21 and 28). The total cost is $300. 4 p.m., Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. bit.ly/3L6pHzA
Jan. 15
Comforting Winter Soups: There is nothing like a bowl of steaming homemade soup during a chilly day. Join this virtual cooking demonstration and learn how to prepare hearty vegetarian soup filled with nutritious, anti-inflammatory ingredients. The class is instructed by Lisa Roberts, a culinary archaeologist and chef. 12 p.m., virtual event. stanford.io/3YI1kLH
East Bay
Jan. 9
Dirty Cello at Art Freak Studio: Watch the performances by Dirty Cello, a band that plays soulful blues, wild rock and Americana in this one-hour show. The band brings you a combination of Jimi Hendrix, BB King and Bill Monroe. 7 p.m., Art Freak Studio, 37819 Niles Blvd., 37800 Iron Horse Lane, Fremont. bit.ly/3MVOPJN
Jan. 10
Exploring the Dunes: Come on a guided tour that focuses on the beauty and wonders of the Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge. This guided 1.5-mile tour will focus on the wonders in this wildlife refuge. Wear sturdy shoes for the hike. All ages are welcome. 10 a.m., end of Fulton Shipyard Road, Antioch. bit.ly/3YdWRAe
Music Hour at the Library: Relax and enjoy an hour of live music at the Fremont library. The Eternity Band organizes the program and features guest performers from the community. 2:30 p.m., 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont. bit.ly/49ohKPs
Sunrise Stroll: Take a leisurely stroll on the boardwalk and enjoy the sunrise over the marsh. Come in warm layers, with a hot beverage in hand and binoculars to enjoy a peaceful start to the day. 7 a.m., Coyote Hills Regional Park, 8000 Patterson Ranch Road, Fremont. bit.ly/4jc8Z
Jan. 11
Spirit Made Visible, Exhibition of Sculptures and Paintings by Seongmin Yoo: Admire the work of international artist Seongmin Yoo, who recently presented a major exhibition at the M Museum in Seoul, South Korea, as well as a solo show at the Corey Helford Gallery and the Holter Museum of Art. This exhibition features painting, sculpture and a newly created performance work that offers an insight into her artistic practice. 9 a.m., 17011 Bollinger Canyon Road. bit.ly/44EadJQ
Jan. 12
Forgotten Voices — Italian Americans Uprooted in Wartime California: Learn about Italian Americans on the West Coast during World War II in this history-based novel “Beneath the Sicilian Stars” by Lindsay Marie Morris. Morris explores the life of families labeled as “enemy aliens” forced to evacuate their homes and men imprisoned in camps. Free copies of “Beneath the Sicilian Stars” will be available for Morris to sign at the end of the program. 6:30 p.m., Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont. bit.ly/49qZF3e
Book Bingo: Play book bingo and win prizes at a Livermore library branch. 6 p.m., Rincon Library, 725 Rincon Ave., Livermore. bit.ly/494tepV
Jan. 13
Take and Make Craft — Snowshoe Hare: Recreate a winter scene featuring a snowshoe hare with its new winter coat. The activity kit is free and available while supplies last. All day, Springtown Library, 998 Bluebell Drive, Livermore. bit.ly/4j9LdzT
Sea Squirts — Wonderful Whales: Play games, explore nature, sing songs and create a Sea Squirt-themed craft. 10:30 a.m.,1252 McKay Ave., Alameda. bit.ly/3MPlLDS
Jan. 14
Crafting Together: Join a fun crafting activity for children as they make their special craft that they can take home. This program is suitable for children ages 5 and older. Space and supplies are limited. Free tickets will be handed out 15 minutes before the event. 4 p.m.,2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont. bit.ly/4sdtM5M
Jan. 15
International Breema Week 2026: Participate in this workshop and feel the difference in your body, mind and spirit. These free classes are online or in-person. Explore the practice of Breema and self-Breema as a catalyst for experiencing its practical approach that can balance your body, mind and feelings. 9 a.m., The Breema Center, 6076 Claremont Ave., Oakland. bit.ly/499LXjY
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