Lisa’s Neighborhood Briefing

Poetry Open Mic
October 5 · 7–8pm
Los Altos Library. Share a poem or simply listen. Poetry Los Altos welcomes listeners as well as writers.

Ballot Measure Pros and Cons
October 5 · 7–8:30pm
Los Altos Library. The League of Women Voters explains California ballot measures. A chance to get oriented before voting.

Stories of Light: Celebrating Diwali
October 6 · 10:30–11:15am
Woodside Library. Laya Arts Collective brings Indian dance, music and storytelling to a program for young children.

Belmont Centennial Scrapbooking
October 6 · 4:30–5:30pm
Belmont Library. Bring photos or clippings for a shared centennial scrapbook. Craft supplies are provided.

Sea Level Rise Community Workshop
October 6 · 6–7:30pm
Main Library Oak Room, San Mateo. Share feedback on San Mateo’s shoreline adaptation plan. Registration is available through the library.

The Financial Side of Estate Planning
October 6 · 6:30–7:30pm
Mountain View Library, first-floor program room. Learn about account ownership and beneficiary designations. The organizer recommends registration and welcomes walk-ins.

Monster Magnets
October 7 · 4–5pm
Atherton Library. Children and teens can turn glass gems into silly or spooky refrigerator magnets.

Fleet Feet Run Club
October 7 · 6:30pm
859 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park. Meet up for a community run. The downtown calendar welcomes all levels; an end time is not listed.

Guitar Recital at Stanford
October 7 · 12:30–2pm
Campbell Recital Hall, Braun Music Center. Hear guitar students of Charles Ferguson. Admission is free; weekday campus parking requires a permit.

Fire Department Storytime
October 8 · 10:30–11am
San Carlos Library. Stories and music with guests from the Redwood City–San Carlos Fire Department, plus an introduction to fire safety.

A Cozy Welcome: Upcycled Fabric Wreaths
October 8 · 6:30–8:30pm
Los Altos Library. Make a door or wall wreath from fabric and textured textiles with sustainable artist Leila Ghasempor.

Genealogy Lab
October 9 · 10am–noon
Los Altos Library. Work on your family-history research alongside other hobbyists. Bring your computer, notes and reference materials.

Sips and Stories: An Asian American Lit Book Club
October 9 · 2–3:30pm
Millbrae Library. Discuss writing by Asian American authors, have tea and meet fellow readers.

Family Craft
October 9 · 3:30–4:30pm
Belmont Library. A guided craft for school-age children and their families. Register by Friday at 1:30pm; space is limited.

Drop-In Drawing at the Anderson
October 9 · Noon–1pm
Anderson Collection, 314 Lomita Drive, Stanford. Sketch in the galleries. Free, all ages welcome, with materials provided; no experience needed.

Artist Reception
October 10 · 3–5pm
Los Altos Library. Meet the art behind Mamatha Induvadan’s “Rise Again” exhibition of original oil paintings.

San Carlos Art & Wine Faire
October 10 · 10am–6pm, Saturday and Sunday
Laurel Street and San Carlos Avenue, San Carlos. Browse art and handmade goods, hear live music and visit the family activity zone. The organizer lists free parking and shuttles; admission pricing is not stated.

Mountain View Oktoberfest
October 10 · 11am–7pm, Saturday and Sunday
Castro Street, between Mercy Street and Yosemite Avenue. German music, food and festival traditions take over downtown. The organizer lists free admission; food and drinks are separate purchases.

Plant Exchange
October 10 · 10am–noon
Burlingame Main Library front porch. Bring a plant or cutting and take something home. The library lists this all-ages swap as free.

Spooky Book Faire
October 10 · 11am–4pm
San Mateo Main Library, Oak Room. Hear spooky readings and enjoy games, refreshments and books for sale. This is an adult program.

Fostoberfest
October 10 · See organizer’s activity schedule
Leo J. Ryan Park, 650 Shell Boulevard, Foster City. Live music and family activities. Entry is free; activities require a wristband. Opening times differ across the organizer’s schedule.

Board Game Sunday!
October 11 · 2–3:30pm
Los Altos Library. Bring friends or family for board games for children, teens and adults. The room closes at 3:30pm.

Woodside Family-fun Horse Fair
October 11 · 10:30am–1:30pm
Town Hall, 2955 Woodside Road, Woodside. Meet horses, watch demonstrations and try equine crafts. Walk in; the organizer lists pony rides at $5. Service dogs only.

Create a DIY Award Ribbon
October 11 · 1:30–3pm
Mountain View Library, first-floor program room. Create a personalized button and ribbon. Ages 18 and up; registration required, with limited seats and materials.

Financial Literacy Workshop: Finances for New Families
October 7 · 5–6:30pm
Belmont Library. Explore financial decisions that come with marriage and children. Registration closes Monday, October 5 at 5pm.

Second Saturday at Gamble Garden
October 10 · 10am–noon
1431 Waverley Street, Palo Alto. Explore soil, composting, crafts and storytime. Free; register for a 10am, 10:30am or 11am entry slot.

Art for All Family Day
October 11 · 10am–noon or 1–3pm
Stanford art museums. Enjoy free art-making and family activities. Registration is required; choose one session only because space is limited.

Foster City Compost Giveaway
October 10 · 8am–5pm, while supplies last
Boat Park, 1001 Bounty Drive, Foster City. Free for residents with proof of residency. Bring containers, gloves and a shovel. Limit: one cubic yard per resident.

San Mateo Shred & E-Scrap Event
October 10 · 9am–noon, or until the truck fills
Beresford Park, 2720 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo. Bring residency proof. Shredding limit: three standard bankers boxes per household. Electronics accepted; household appliances and hazardous waste excluded.

Upcycled Jewelry Lab
October 6 · 6–7pm
San Carlos Library. Turn recycled and repurposed materials into handcrafted jewelry in this adult creative workshop.

Sewing Hangout
October 7 · 10am–noon
Belmont Library. Bring fabric and a project for open sewing time with neighbors. This is a work session, not a formal class.

Cool-Season Vegetable Gardening
October 10 · 11am–12:30pm
Mountain View Library, first-floor program room. UC Master Gardener Matt Hall covers vegetables for our cooler months. Registration recommended; walk-ins welcome.

Green@Home Tour
October 10 · 11am–3pm
Participating homes in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. See electric-home upgrades and ask homeowners about their experience. Acterra’s tour is free; register for the participating locations.