This weekend in Morgan Hill, CA

A weekly Saturday workout gathering for dads meets at Mind Pump Personal Training in San Jose. This free group is dedicated to serving local fathers and building a supportive community that values growth in body, mind, and spirit. The meetup features a shared workout, time to connect and share, and a casual coffee together afterward. No equipment is required, as some gear will be available, and most sessions focus on bodyweight exercises. Bring water and a positive attitude.

Bring a yoga mat for a complimentary workout with Santana Row and lululemon in Santana Row Park near the chess board. This outdoor yoga class is open to the public at no cost.

Collectors, vendors, families, and hobby enthusiasts will gather at DoubleTree by Hilton in San Jose for a standout Bay Area card show centered on sports cards and trading card games. Look for a bustling show floor with more than 140 vendor tables, a strong presence of Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic and other TCG titles, and plenty of opportunities to buy, sell, and trade. The atmosphere is family friendly and will feature giveaways along with event announcements. Tickets are on sale, and a limited number of vendor spaces are allocated on a first come, first served basis once payment is confirmed. For updates and daily giveaway information, follow @TheThroneCardShow on Instagram.

Maslococantina presents an R&B-centered brunch that flows into a lively day party, creating a fun, welcoming atmosphere for everyone. Tickets are free, and the event is open to all ages. To reserve a table, text 510-706-1997.

Discover wheel throwing in a welcoming class tailored for beginners at Colibri Pottery Studio in San Jose. During this two hour session, you will learn the basics of centering and shaping clay on the wheel and create a piece of your own to be proud of. All materials and tools are provided, and no prior experience is required. Settle in, spin, and enjoy a relaxing creative break while you work with clay.

Drummer Mike Clark leads a powerhouse lineup steeped in post-bop and hard bop, featuring saxophonist Craig Handy, trumpeter Eddie Henderson, pianist Dave Kikoski, and bassist Essiet Okon Essiet. The set draws on hard-won tradition and sparks with on-the-spot creativity. Clark first rose to prominence with Herbie Hancock’s Headhunters, where his inventive, linear approach on the album Thrust became a touchstone for generations and a frequent source for sampling. He remains one of the music’s most active and prolific drummers, carrying forward the drive associated with Art Blakey and Elvin Jones while keeping the focus on fresh, hard-swinging ideas. Recent recordings include Mike Clark Plays Herbie Hancock, which reached No. 5 on the Jazz Weekly chart and landed among the outlet’s top 100 releases of 2023, and Kosen Rufu featuring Eddie Henderson, Skerik, and Wayne Horvitz. He also co-leads the current Headhunters with Bill Summers, whose album The Stunt Man has the group touring in the United States, Europe, and Japan. This ensemble has been performing together for two years and brings decades of shared history to the bandstand. Oakland-born Craig Handy, a veteran of Roy Haynes’s group and an early member of the Headhunters, shares deep roots with Clark. Eddie Henderson, who received an initial trumpet lesson from Louis Armstrong, has collaborated with Clark since the late 1960s. Dave Kikoski, a Grammy Award winner with the Mingus Big Band, adds high-velocity virtuosity and daring improvisation. Essiet Okon Essiet, the final bassist to work with Art Blakey and a longtime favorite collaborator of Clark, anchors the music with authority. Together they channel a sweeping lineage, from the crucible of the Jazz Messengers to the funk-charged innovations of the Headhunters.

A community effort at St James Park in San Jose focuses on providing vegetarian meals to hungry people in the downtown area. Participants can contribute by bringing vegetarian food for distribution or by donating cash or food directly. Many choose to purchase simple vegetarian items from Taco Bell and deliver the bagged meals to the park, where they are shared with anyone in need. Donations help cover low cost $5 meal bags. In-person participation is encouraged so volunteers can hand food directly to recipients. For coordination or questions, contact organizer Vincent Amaladoss at 614-772-2743. Zelle contributions can be sent to linktovj1985@gmail.com.

The SJZ High School All Stars share the bill with three-time Grammy nominee Gretchen Parlato, a jazz vocalist recognized for an intimate, Brazilian-tinged style. Parlato has appeared on more than 85 recordings, with four as a leader, and her releases Flor and Lean In have earned Grammy nods and worldwide acclaim. Earlier milestones include Live in NYC, which drew a 4.5-star DownBeat review and reached the top of the iTunes best music video chart, The Lost and Found, which collected numerous national and international honors including major DownBeat and iTunes distinctions, and In a Dream, praised by Billboard as one of the most alluring jazz vocal albums of its year. Her career also reflects a longstanding collaboration with drummer Mark Guiliana and bassist Alan Hampton.

Green thumbs and newcomers alike are invited to a summer plant swap taking place indoors for the first time. Participants are asked to bring healthy plants or cuttings to trade and to label every item clearly. You are welcome to bring your own table to display your plants, and there will also be six tables available on site. If you do not have a table, a wagon, box, blanket, or another creative setup works just as well. Two styles of swapping will be available, including a free exchange where you leave a plant and take one, and a direct trade area for one-to-one swaps made by mutual agreement. Please leave pets at home, and, if possible, bring a few cleaning supplies to help with tidying up afterward. Consider bringing a box or other container to safely carry new finds home. The event flyer was created by Jessica.

Join the Late Night Gym free program for students in grades 6 to 12 at the Centennial Recreation Center. There will be a mix of activities including video games, board games, basketball, homework help, and an activity of the day. Since this is a weekly program, be sure to verify the schedule if it lands on a holiday.

First Call performs at Bubbles & Brew in Morgan Hill, a wine bar and bistro that showcases local wines, a broad range of draft beer, and artisanal plates prepared with organic, locally sourced ingredients. Conditions are expected to be cool yet comfortable, and the venue will keep things warm with patio heaters and fire pits. The band entertains at public shows and also takes on private engagements, including parties, birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events.

Shawn Colvin is performing live at the Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz. Expect a night of pop, mainstream pop, and rock with singer-songwriter and folk-leaning vibes.

Afro-Cuban All Stars, founded by producer and bandleader Juan de Marcos González, is a renowned Cuban orchestra closely linked with the Buena Vista Social Club legacy. The ensemble has earned four Grammy nominations and helped launch several of its musicians to global fame. Conceived in the mid-1990s as a salute to the golden age of Cuban music, the project united icons such as Rubén González, Ibrahim Ferrer, Compay Segundo, and Omara Portuondo, sparking a worldwide renewal of classic Cuban sounds. Their journey is highlighted in Wim Wenders’ Buena Vista Social Club documentary, which received an Academy Award nomination, along with appearances in other films. More than a look back, the orchestra has spent three decades widening its creative range, weaving contemporary Cuban styles while staying grounded in son, bolero, and guaracha. The Times in London has credited the group with helping shape the future of Cuban music. De Marcos, a classically trained guitarist and conductor with deep ties to Havana’s musical culture, continues to guide the ensemble with the vision that set its global success in motion.

Oakland native and master guitarist Jubu Smith steps into the spotlight with a tone that is warm, gritty, and grounded in church traditions, refined on major stages around the world. After an early breakthrough with Tony! Toni! Toné!, he spent over two decades as lead guitarist with Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. His collaborations span icons such as Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, Boyz II Men, Mary J. Blige, Faith Evans, Toni Braxton, and George Duke. A cofounder of The Soul Seekers, he has been recognized with the BET Cadillac Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions with Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, and was honored with a Living Legend Award in 2023 for his enduring impact on Black music, gospel, and soul. He also founded Legally Blynd, a band that blends funk, soul, and quartet into high-energy, instrument driven performances. In 2024 he released a self titled solo album on Little Village Foundation, produced by Charlie Hunter and featuring Eric Gales, a candid and deeply personal statement that marks a bold new chapter in his artistry.

Patti LaBelle, celebrated across R&B, pop, and gospel for more than six decades, is a two-time Grammy winner with 13 nominations whose voice has shaped American music. Her journey began in 1962 with The Bluebelles and soared to worldwide recognition with the trailblazing trio Labelle. Since the 1970s she has forged a remarkable solo career, delivering enduring favorites like the R&B chart-topper If Only You Knew and the crossover duet On My Own with Michael McDonald, while earning American Music Awards and NAACP Image Awards along the way. The bold 1974 smash Lady Marmalade remains a cultural touchstone that continues to resonate. Her influence reaches beyond the stage, with appearances in film and television, New York Times bestselling books, and her food and lifestyle line, Patti’s Good Life. Known as the Godmother of Soul, she pairs raw vocal power with extraordinary versatility, and her presence remains as commanding and electrifying as ever.

Careless Whisper brings an 80s time warp to Britannia Arms South San Jose (Almaden), complete with big hair, period fashions, and authentic costumes set to the decade’s rock and pop hits. The band tours nationwide and is known for energizing audiences at corporate parties, weddings, fundraisers, anniversaries, and other special events. Cover charge at the door.

Catch comedian Matt McCusker live at San Jose Improv. Doors open at 9:15 PM, and the show starts at 9:30 PM. The event is for ages 21 and up, with general admission seating that’s first-come, first-served (with some exceptions for groups and premium booths). Ticket delivery is delayed until two days prior to the event, and all sales are final. No cell phone use, photography, or video recording is allowed during performances.

A not-too-hard coffee ride sets off from Peets in Los Gatos, heads up Los Gatos-Saratoga and Saratoga-Sunnyvale roads, then cuts through the Monte Vista neighborhood to Foothill before continuing into downtown Los Altos. There is a relaxed stop at Manresa Bread for coffee and treats. The route returns via Foothill, Homestead, the Mary Ave Bridge, De Anza, and Stelling back to the start. Expect about 34 miles round trip at an average pace of roughly 15 to 16 mph, with a few quicker stretches. Leadership rotates between Howie and other volunteers.

Add a soulful note to your summer with a welcoming Soulful Sunday gathering at Urban Sanctuary and the neighboring Recovery Café in downtown San Jose, near the San Jose Jazz Fest grounds. The program, titled The Art of the Protest Song, presents jazz interpretations of eight memorable protest anthems. An accomplished quintet brings the music to life with Neil MacPherson on Hammond B3, Adam Astrup on guitar, Dan Robbins on bass, Mike Shannon on drums, and vocals by Miranda Perl. The day begins with coffee and a mini-brunch, continues with a free concert, and concludes with a relaxed coffee hour in the café. Guests can also visit Recovery Café San Jose before and after the music to see how the community supports people recovering from addiction, homelessness, and mental health challenges. The concert and coffee hour are free, and the Sunday collection will benefit Recovery Café’s life-changing programs.

Meet adoptable cats who are ready to find their forever homes at this in-person adoption event. Spend time with potential companions and see if there is a good match for you. This location also hosts adoption events.

Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra packs the punch of a 20-piece ensemble rooted in the West Coast ska scene, putting a horn section on stage that is three times larger than most ska groups. More than fifteen years in, they remain a commanding force in traditional ska, headlining festivals and appearing at renowned venues throughout the United States and Europe. The roster draws talent from The Aggrolites, Hepcat, Gogol Bordello, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and more, and past collaborations have featured vocalists including Angelo Moore of Fishbone, Greg Lee and Alex Desért of Hepcat, and Vic Ruggiero of The Slackers. Their fifth studio release, Fire & Water, arrived in 2025 with 16 tracks of originals and covers shaped by early 1960s Jamaican influences, arranged with expansive orchestration that includes a full string section. It reflects a group dedicated to honoring classic sounds while driving them ahead.

Build a stronger core with Pilates-inspired small-group training at SPENGA Los Gatos. Led by Marina, who has taught Pilates for more than ten years, each session centers on the powerhouse to help you move well and feel ready for what comes next. Class size is limited to 12 participants for focused attention. The first class is free for local guests. To reserve a spot, comment the word “powerhouse” or text 408-539-7433. Designed for bodies that need to be ready to work the next day.

Bassist and composer Marcus Shelby honors the Miles Davis centennial by directing his nine-piece Bay Area nonet in a performance of Birth of the Cool using the original instrumentation. Shelby’s background includes the Charles Mingus Scholarship to attend CalArts in 1990, composition studies with James Newton, bass studies with Charlie Haden, and current service as Artistic Director of Healdsburg Jazz. He has created major works rooted in African American history and social movements, including oratorios for Harriet Tubman and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His orchestra’s recording Soul of the Movement rose to No. 2 on national jazz radio in 2011. He also wrote the score for Anna Deavere Smith’s HBO film Notes from the Field and is the voice of Ray Gardener in the Oscar-winning Disney Pixar film Soul. Birth of the Cool was not a single session but a composite project shaped by a young visionary and innovative collaborators. The Marcus Shelby Nonet features Bay Area master musicians drawn from his New Orchestra, which has five recordings. The program presents one of jazz’s enduring works in its initial orchestration, realized by leading players from the region.

James Durbin, a singer and songwriter from Santa Cruz, California, rose to national attention with a Top 4 finish on American Idol in 2011. He has since released six solo albums and has also contributed his voice and songwriting to other work.

Alto saxophonist, MC, and bandleader Lakecia Benjamin brings a warm, resonant sound that nods to Johnny Hodges while fusing jazz, funk, and R&B, moving from straight-ahead swing to music with a social voice. A five-time Grammy nominee, she refined her craft with Clark Terry and Terri Lyne Carrington and has worked with Gregory Porter, Anita Baker, and Robert Glasper. Her 2020 project Pursuance: The Coltranes featured Dee Dee Bridgewater, Regina Carter, and former Coltrane bassist Reggie Workman, and the 2023 follow-up Phoenix, produced by Carrington, earned three Grammy nominations. Her performances carry added meaning after a 2021 car accident that left her with significant injuries. She has since rebuilt her strength and confidence, stepping onstage with a drive to keep learning, get uncomfortable, and grow. The latest release, Phoenix Reimagined, captures Phoenix performed live in the studio at The Bunker in Brooklyn, adds three new songs, and blends the spark of a concert with studio-quality sound, celebrating life in the process.

Moe's Alley is hosting a rockin' Sunday matinee featuring the Gary Blackburn Band. The show is for guests 21 and older, with doors opening at 1:00 PM and the performance starting at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 on the day of the show, and sales are final with no refunds.

Cory Wong brings high-energy musicianship to the stage as a Grammy-nominated guitarist, producer, variety show host, and podcast host. A key member of Vulfpeck and the Fearless Flyers, he has also built a thriving solo career defined by groove-heavy rhythm work and performances that draw sold-out crowds on renowned stages around the world. His artistry reaches beyond the guitar, with a strong focus on production, writing, arranging, and leading a band. His latest album, Lost in the Wonder, has earned praise for its rich sound and expert execution, following his 2024 orchestral collaboration with the Metropole Orkest titled Starship Syncopation. He wrote the theme for the CBS late-night series After Midnight, and his theme for Spy x Family Season 2 reached number one in Japan. His signature gear includes a Fender Stratocaster, compressor and overdrive pedals, guitar pickups, and an Apple Producer Pack. Expect a performance that is lively, precise, and packed with musical firepower.

Enjoy a special afternoon filled with the timeless music of Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, and more. Pair the experience with artisanal bites, beer, and wine.

Instant Alter presents a forward-looking fusion of sounds, weaving jazz, rock, soul and narrative elements with the festive currents of Brazilian Tropicália. The quartet is co-led by New York saxophonist Emilio Modeste and Los Angeles vocalist Natasha Agrama, both alumni of Stanley Clarke’s band. Modeste, noted for work with the late trumpet great Wallace Roney, is touring with Stanley Clarke, Cindy Blackman Santana and Kassa Overall. His distinctive tone is heard on Steve Turre’s Generations and Dezron Douglas’ Atalaya, and he appears on Stanley Clarke’s forthcoming album. Mentored by drummer and producer Lenny White, he approaches the music with a spirit of exploration. Agrama is a vocalist, composer, poet and multidisciplinary artist whose voice, in her own words, carries the hard-won triumphs of love and a search for belonging in a new world. The granddaughter of Chilean singer Antonio Prieto, she has collaborated with Kamasi Washington and the West Coast Get Down, and her 2017 album The Heart of Infinite Change features Thundercat, George Duke, Austin Peralta and Stanley Clarke. With rising talents Brandon Rose, Jermaine Paul, Miguel Russell and Myles Martin adding momentum, the project affirms a vision of progressive music that is both imaginative and healing.

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue bring the pulse of New Orleans to the stage in a high-energy performance. Led by Troy Andrews, who first appeared at Jazz Fest at age four with Bo Diddley and was leading a brass band by six, the group carries a history of acclaimed records and major stages. Andrews has released chart-topping albums, performed from the White House to Madison Square Garden and the 2025 Super Bowl, toured with Jeff Beck and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, appeared at Coachella and Lollapalooza, earned a Grammy Award, and collaborated with Pharrell, Bruno Mars, Jon Batiste, Lenny Kravitz, and Ringo Starr. His dedication to young musicians continues through the Trombone Shorty Foundation, and he has authored two children’s books, with the first receiving a Caldecott Honor. In New Orleans he rides a giant Mardi Gras float made in his likeness, presents the guest-filled Treme Threauxdown, and leads Jazz Fest’s finale. The feel of his 2022 album Lifted, recorded live at Buckjump Studio, captures the explosive power of the show... raw, raucous, joyful, and steeped in the city’s spirit.

Experience a gathering of acclaimed Hawaiian artists as four-time Grammy Award recipient George Kahumoku Jr, six-time winner Daniel Ho, and two-time winner Tia Carrere share slack key guitar, ukulele, and traditional songs that have resonated with audiences around the world. Kahumoku, a singer, storyteller, songwriter, author, teacher, sculptor, and farmer, is often described as a renaissance figure in Hawaiian culture. He founded and produces the long-running weekly Slack Key Show on Maui, a series that has highlighted leading island musicians for more than two decades. His music draws from traditions that took shape in the early 1800s, when Portuguese immigrants introduced the ukulele to Hawai‘i and Mexican cowboys brought guitars along with ranching know-how. Daniel Ho, a versatile multi-instrumentalist, earned four of his Grammys producing Kahumoku’s award-winning projects and is known for his work on ukulele, slack key guitar, piano, and vocals. His other two Grammys were collaborations with Tia Carrere. Carrere, recognized internationally for film and television roles from Wayne’s World to Lilo & Stitch and Jo Koy’s Easter Sunday, returned to her Hawaiian roots with Grammy-winning albums created with Ho. Together, they celebrate deep-rooted tradition and musical artistry in a performance that captures the spirit of aloha.

Watch Shakespeare’s Macbeth come to life at Audrey Stanley Grove. Showtime is Sunday evening, and tickets are available through showtime.

Catch The Beat Farmers live at Moe's Alley in Santa Cruz. The show is listed with The Beat Farmers headlining and the Gill Brothers Band also on the lineup. Doors and ticket details are handled through Ticketmaster.