South Bay and Peninsula
Aug. 8
San Jose Jazz Summer Fest: Nine stages of jazz, blues, R&B, Latin, salsa and more. Through Aug. 10, downtown San Jose. sanjosejazz.org
SouthBay SummerFest: A multicultural celebration featuring food, music, rides, games and entertainment. 3 p.m., Eastridge Mall, San Jose. bit.ly/4lQxxdT
Andy Grammer: The American singer and songwriter performs in the South Bay. 7:30 p.m., Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. bit.ly/3UyRAkN
Aug. 9
Full Moon Hike: Join a park ranger for a nighttime adventure through the park. Learn about the nighttime animals that call the park home and enjoy views of the night sky. 8 p.m., Joseph Grant County Park, 18405 Mount Hamilton Road, San Jose. parks.santaclaracounty.gov/full-moon-hike-0
Fine Art in the Park: The Rotary Club chapter’s 50th annual fundraiser will highlight more than 150 fine artists and craftworkers as well as live music. 10 a.m., 199 University Ave., Los Altos. bit.ly/46raW2B
Isabel’s Scavenger Hunt: A family-friendly scavenger hunt and other fun activities in the museum’s garden. Noon, Los Altos History Museum, 51 S. San Antonio Road, Los Altos. losaltoshistory.org/events
Aug. 10
Iranian Dance and Ritual: Learn about the origins and practice of Iranian dance in this talk and performance by Dr. Farima Berenji. She will discuss Iranian rituals and beliefs in relation to dance as well as how Iranian culture has impacted global music and dance traditions. 4 p.m., Sunnyvale Public Library, 665 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale. bit.ly/47363Nm
Middle School Bike Skills: A workshop to prepare middle school students to bike to school and beyond. 8:30 a.m., Cupertino Senior Center, 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino. bit.ly/454C5G7
Friends of the Library Book Sale: Proceeds from the sales help fund library programs and more. Located in the garage behind the Mountain View Public Library on Mercy Street. 11 a.m., Mountain View Library, 585 Franklin St., Mountain View. 650-903-6337. mountainview.libcal.com/event/13481623
Aug. 11
Reading to Children with Aysha: Participating in the Reading to Children program is a great way for children to develop their imagination and spark a love for books, reading and learning. 408-808-3080. 3 p.m., Cambrian Library, 1780 Hillsdale Ave., San Jose. bit.ly/4l4q4GK
Gardeners’ Hour: For gardeners or those interested in gardening to meet others who share their interests and discuss their gardens. 5:30 p.m., Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto. gamblegarden.org
Buddy Guy: The blues master performs in the South Bay. 7:30 p.m., Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. mountainwinery.com/events
Aug. 12
Toddler Storytime: Diverse books, songs and fingerplays that encourage language, play and exploration. 10:30 a.m., Joyce Ellington Library, 491 E. Empire St., San Jose. bit.ly/3INlkbb
Aug. 14
“A Streetcar Named Desire”: From director Benedict Andrews, this production was filmed live during a sold-out run at the Young Vic Theatre in 2014. 7 p.m., Hammer Theatre Center, 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose. hammertheatre.com/events-list
Night Ride & Pasta Dinner: The Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual end-of-summer event with train and carousel rides from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Oak Meadow Park, 233 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos. losgatoschamber.com/events
Hakone Lantern Floating Ceremony: Toro Nagashi refers to the Japanese river lantern festivals held in summer at which participants release candlelit lanterns into a river together with their prayers for peace. 6:30 p.m., Hakone Estate and Gardens, 21000 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. bit.ly/4mnkUXD
East Bay
Aug. 8
Doug E. Fresh: The “Original Human Beatbox” performs. 8 p.m. at Yoshi’s, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. 510-238-9200. bit.ly/3Ux86ll
Aug. 9
Alameda 10 Miler: Starting and ending from Crown Memorial Beach Park, the course runs along Shoreline for epic views. 7 a.m., Crown Memorial Beach Park, Eighth Street and Otis Drive, Alameda. bighugedayevents@gmail.com, 434-466-7389. bit.ly/3IOolYQ
T Sisters: Distinguished by close harmonies, catchy melodies and potent lyricism, the T Sisters’ sound represents a continuum of music from roots to pop influences, a cappella and groovy indie folk. 8 p.m., The Freight, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. 510-644-2020. secure.thefreight.org
Femi Kuti & The Positive Force: Four time Grammy-nominee Femi Kuti performs. 8 p.m., UC Theater, 2036 University Ave. in Berkeley. 510-356-4000. theuctheatre.org/events
Aug. 10
Hayward Odd Fellows Summer Concert Series: Bring the whole family outdoors this summer and listen to some live music. Pack a picnic (no alcohol) and enjoy the festivities. 1 to 4 p.m., Memorial Park, 24176 Mission Blvd., Hayward. bit.ly/3GJMGhS
Robert DaValle Blues Jam: Local musicians play together in the East Bay. 3 p.m., The Bistro, 1001 B St., Hayward. the-bistro.com
Aug. 11
Monday Birding — Tilden Nature Area: Birds and nature await. All skill levels are welcome. 510-544-2233. 8 a.m., 1500 Central Park Drive, Berkeley. bit.ly/40EhQ0G
Aug. 12
Mature Hikers: Hikers 55 years and older interested in nature study, history, fitness and fun are invited to join this series of monthly excursions exploring regional parks. 10 a.m., Redwood Regional Park, Canyon Meadow Staging Area, 7867 Redwood Road, Oakland. bit.ly/472KEDV
Tedeschi Trucks Band & Whiskey Myers: The American blues and rock blues group brings their talents to the East Bay. 6 p.m., Greek Theatre, UC Berkeley, 2001 Gayley Road, Berkeley. bit.ly/4l4qjSa
Queerly Beloved Book Club: Young Black love glows throughout this collaboration by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk and Nicola Yoon, which follows six couples through a summer blackout in New York City. 6:30 p.m., Books Inc., 1344 Park Street, Alameda. jthompson@booksinc.net, 510- 522-2226. booksinc.net/events/calendar
Aug. 13
John Pizzarelli: Established as one of the prime contemporary interpreters of the Great American Songbook, singer and jazz guitarist Pizzarelli has expanded that repertoire by including the music of Paul McCartney, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Tom Waits, Antônio Carlos Jobim and the Beatles. 7:30 p.m., Yoshi’s, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. 510-238-9200. bit.ly/4ff3euM
Counting Crows: The American rock band from the Bay Area makes a stop on its “Complete Sweets” tour, performing with The Gaslight Anthem. 6:30 p.m., Greek Theatre, UC Berkeley, 2001 Gayley Road, Berkeley. bit.ly/3ITWeHz
Steady Eddy and the Shakers: The band plays as part of the city of Albany’s free Concerts in the Park series. 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 1325 Portland Ave., Albany. bit.ly/4o9PCoL
Aug. 14
Summer Concert Series: Under the leadership of music director Nathan Owens, the 3 Queens of Motown Tribute Show takes to the stage with a Las Vegas-style show that pays honor to Tina, Diana and Aretha. 7 p.m., 1275 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek. bit.ly/4mgDZdQ
Alabama Shakes: After an eight-year absence, Alabama Shakes are making their return with a U.S. tour. 7 p.m., Greek Theatre, UC Berkeley, 2001 Gayley Road, Berkeley. amanda@anotherplanetent.com, 510-548-3010. bit.ly/4fhcVci
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