This weekend in Redwood City, CA

Dayanna will be offering face painting. Stop by to add a splash of color to the day.

Celebrate the season with a leasing open house filled with pumpkin decorating, casual yard games, seasonal snacks and beverages, and family friendly activities. Explore the community on guided tours and learn about affordable studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences that are available. The gathering is tailored for teachers, school employees, and their families, and applications are open to employees of any California public school district, including community colleges. This pet friendly community offers inviting indoor and outdoor spaces, including scenic second floor courtyards and street level public plazas in a walkable, European inspired setting. It is conveniently situated with easy access to major roadways, public transportation, and Caltrain, and is within the Palo Alto Unified School District, making resident students eligible to attend local public schools. The community was developed in partnership by Mercy Housing California and Abode Communities. A back to school special features two months of free rent and a waived application fee on select homes, subject to qualifying credit, income and occupancy restrictions, and free months applied over the lease term. The application fee waiver is available with a complete and timely application packet following a tour. All specials are subject to change without notice. Contact the property for full details.

This community barbecue offers music, family activities and a chance to win a prize. A DJ will keep the vibe lively, and children can enjoy face painting. Raffle tickets are $10 for an opportunity to win a 50-inch VIZIO Smart TV. Attendees are encouraged to contribute cash, desserts, watermelons and beverages, and parking is $6. Volunteers are needed for set-up, food service and clean-up; to sign up, contact Verdell at 209-207-4088.

Learn how to build your own succulent terrarium in a beautiful glass container. Tickets are available.

Refresh mind and body with a mindfulness meditation session led by Phuong Pham at Mitchell Park Library. Spend 45 minutes in seated or walking meditation, then take 15 minutes for group sharing and time for questions. Everyone is welcome regardless of experience, and advance registration is not needed. Bringing a yoga mat or meditation cushion is recommended, and chairs will be available for those who do not bring their own.

Tea & Tango is a weekly evening that brings movement, music, and community together. It is designed with newcomers in mind, so no experience or partner is required. Attendees may simply watch the dancing, enjoy occasional live music, ask about beginner classes, share tea and snacks, and ease into the atmosphere at their own pace. This edition features a workshop with James Kang focusing on enrosques and planeos, a social dance and practice called the Twilight Milonga with DJ Fam, and a concise musicality lesson with Karn that welcomes all levels. Tea service offers fresh pu-erh poured in traditional earthenware alongside light snacks. The setting includes two rooms dedicated to dancing inside a warm, historic community house, a quietly waiting piano, a curated tango library from the Paz and Hart collection, and art that brings the space to life. Music and approach span from the Golden Age to contemporary, creating room for every style and level. Beginners receive clarity and encouragement while experienced dancers can deepen and experiment.

Rajkumari showcases Nayab Midha in a live blend of poetry and storytelling, delivered with a warm, soulful touch. The experience centers on language, emotion, and narrative, with performances steeped in inspiration and creative expression. Presented at the Chabot College Performing Arts Complex, it highlights connection, reflection, and the expressive power of words.

LeeAnn Law & the Motherlode Band take the stage at The Ole Fillin Station in Meadow Vista, a 1940s-era service station reinvented as an old-school bar full of character. The venue opens only occasionally, creating a chance to experience a hidden foothills spot as it comes alive with high-energy country and country rock. Enjoy live music, a drink from the bar, and a reason to pull on your boots for a spirited night in a one-of-a-kind setting.

Choose between a 10 or 14 mile route and complete it as a run or a hike. After the miles, a post run tailgate takes place each week.

Tour de Cure in Northern California brings cyclists together at HP’s Palo Alto campus for a day on the road and a celebration of progress against diabetes. Organized by the American Diabetes Association, the ride raises awareness, strengthens community connections, and supports prevention and management efforts toward a future free of diabetes and its burdens. Riders can choose from three routes, 100K, 50K, or 10K, welcoming everyone from newcomers to experienced cyclists. After crossing the finish line, participants can enjoy food and drinks, live performances, a kids area, VIP spaces, and the Wellness Village. Riders must register to participate, and the event is also seeking volunteers.

Presented by the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, 10K on the Bay offers distances for every pace. Choose the one mile family fun run, the 5K at 3.1 miles, or the 10K at 6.2 miles. Every course begins and ends at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, where sweeping bay views and refreshing coastal air keep the miles enjoyable. Each participant receives a commemorative T-shirt and a medal, and participation supports the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center’s education and conservation programs. Strollers are welcome in the family fun run.

Explore Tai Chi with instructor Nelson Ng at Rinconada Library. This weekly class focuses on core techniques and the philosophy behind the art, using slow, gentle movements that can support balance and flexibility. Nelson began training in Chen-style Tai Chi in 1989 with Master Gene Chen, a disciple of Grandmaster Feng ZhiQiang, and has been teaching since 2014. The session is free, welcomes both newcomers and those with prior experience, and is open to all ages. Please plan to sign in upon arrival.

This performance is a multigenerational Hawaiian music showcase led by two-time Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner and slack key guitarist Patrick Landeza. He is joined by Justin Firmeza on Hawaiian steel guitar and keyboards, and Danny Landeza on bass. The trio honors island traditions while embracing the energy of a newer generation. Their set blends skilled playing with heartfelt storytelling and island humor, moving from beloved Hawaiian classics to original pieces. Each number highlights family, culture, and the spirit of aloha.

Take a break from cooking with a community food truck day that brings several trucks together in one spot to serve ready-to-enjoy meals. It offers a simple alternative to firing up the grill.