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Holiday & Special Events
Wed, Jan 15East Palo Alto LibraryJan 15, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PMEast Palo Alto Library, 2415 University Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303, USAAuthor Oliver Chin will introduce and read his newest children's picture book The Year of the Snake (now revised, bilingual in simplified Chinese). Adventure in the popular annual series Tales from the Chinese Zodiac.- Wed, Jan 15East Palo Alto LibraryJan 15, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PMEast Palo Alto Library, 2415 University Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303, USACome join in celebrating the Lunar New Year as the EPA Library presents a joyful, live concert performed by the Firebird Youth Chinese Orchestra! The musicians will play classic folk pieces with unique Chinese instruments.
Thu, Jan 16East Palo Alto LibraryJan 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PMEast Palo Alto Library, 2415 University Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303, USAJoin in for a fun embroidery workshop for all skill levels! You will learn to stitch the Lucky Bouquet embroidery pattern to bring in the Lunar New Year. This is in collaboration with Tiffany Tzeng, a local Bay Area embroidery artist. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Click GET DETAILS for more!
Sun, Jan 19First United Methodist Church of PAJan 19, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PMFirst United Methodist Church of PA, 625 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USAThis event is being planned by the Multifaith Voices for Peace and Justice, made up of Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Bahai, Quaker, Buddhist, and other faith communities. Includes music by several choirs, including Eastside Prep School Choir, and choirs from First United Methodist Church.
Mon, Jan 20East Palo AltoJan 20, 2025, 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMEast Palo Alto, East Palo Alto, CA, USAObserved on the third Monday of January, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated as a time to read, listen to, and reflect on the words and deeds of one of our great modern heroes. Also recognized as a day of service, this holiday represents the best of us as we take action toward freedom and love.
Mon, Jan 201900 University Circle, 4th Floor - EPAJan 20, 2025, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM1900 University Circle, 4th Floor - EPA, 1900 University Cir, East Palo Alto, CA 94303, USAThis is a FREE community event for community members aged 55+ and their families. Come enjoy a delicious breakfast, community conversation, and intergenerational activities. Registration required. Click GET DETAILS to learn more and get registered!
Mon, Jan 20Mitchell Park - Sunken Bowl/MultipurposeJan 20, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PMMitchell Park - Sunken Bowl/Multipurpose, 600 E Meadow Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94303, USALocal Singer/Songwriter Deborah Levoy will lead guests in songs to inspire peace, justice, and unity. Sponsored by Multifaith Voices for Peace and Justice, songs will come from diverse faith traditions with a generous helping of folk favorites, old and new. Click GET DETAILS to learn more!
Mon, Jan 20Mitchell Park Community CenterJan 20, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMMitchell Park Community Center, 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303, USAJoin YCS, East Palo Alto & Palo Alto in this free community event featuring youth-driven service opportunities, live music, inspirational presentations, food trucks, and local organizations. All are welcome to honor Dr. King’s legacy through service and celebration. Click GET DETAILS to learn more!
Sun, Jan 26East Palo Alto LibraryJan 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PMEast Palo Alto Library, 2415 University Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303, USAThis workshop is designed for adults, integrating the basics of calligraphy, cultural stories, and creative art-making. Participants will not only learn the beauty of calligraphy but also explore the rich traditions of Chinese festivals through hands-on activities. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Multiple DatesMon, Sep 01East Palo AltoSep 01, 2025, 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMEast Palo Alto, East Palo Alto, CA, USALabor Day is a federal holiday observed on the first Monday in September. It celebrates and elevates the struggles, endeavors, and achievements of workers, labor activists, and unions across the United States.
Multiple DatesMon, Sep 15Sept 15 - Oct 15Sep 15, 2025, 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMSept 15 - Oct 15September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to recognize and honor the peoples, histories, and contributions of Hispanic, Latino/a, Latine, and Latinx cultures and communities. Click GET DETAILS to check out the National Museum of the American Latino's page and learn more!
Multiple DatesMon, Oct 13East Palo AltoOct 13, 2025, 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMEast Palo Alto, East Palo Alto, CA, USAObserved in October and overlapping with the federal Columbus Day holiday, Indigenous Peoples' Day is an opportunity to recognize the resilience and resistance, the contributions and accomplishments, and the histories and hopes of Native Americans.
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