Arts & Entertainment
Get Out!
Close to home, celebrate Chinese New Year, hear about urban projects that will change San Francisco, attend and art opening and more.
1. The Los Altos Neutra House Speaker Series: John King
Where/When: , 83 Hillview Ave. (Los Altos Community Foundation), Thursday, 6 p.m.
Why Go: Learn about the cities around you! John King, urban design critic for The San Francisco Chronicle, will talk about the significant urban projects that are altering the landscape of San Francisco from Mission Bay and the Transbay Terminal to the redevelopment of Treasure Island.
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Pricing: Single lecture tickets, $15; $10 for students
2. EYE CAN DANCE OPENING RECEPTION
Where/When: , 230 San Antonio Cir., Mountain View, Friday 6-8 p.m.
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Why go: Eye Can Dance, an exhibition of works by Brian Caraway, is eye-catching. The exhibition will feature paintings and mixed media. After Friday's opening reception, the exhibit continues through March 27.
Pricing: Free
3. VALENTINE'S DAY COOKING CLASS AND WINE PAIRING
Where/When: , 4800 El Camino Real, Friday, 6:30 p.m.
Why Go: To master some recipes and wine pairings that are perfect for Valentines Day! The menu will include spinach salad with strawberries, mangos and basil, paired with Sofia sparkling wine; lamb with thyme and rosemary polenta, paired with Presto sparkling wine; pear and walnut pancakes with maple syrup, paired with Piper; endive with cheese and mixed fruit, paired with JP Chenet.
Pricing: $25; register online at wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/losaltos/
4. CHINESE SPRING FESTIVAL GALA
Where/When: , 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino, Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m.
Why go: It's a unique opportunity to see leading artists from China touring the U.S. to celebrate the Chinese New Year. This spectacular is a fascinating combination of the Chinese performing arts. The stunting acrobatics, thrilling ethnic singing, elegant folk dance, legendary Shao Lin Kung Fu and sonorous drumming profoundly reflects the beauty of Chinese culture.
Pricing: $28-$128; yes, it's pricey, but you are combining a celebration of Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day.
5. FIREFLY WILLOWS FREE FRIDAY
Where/When: Firefly Willows, 111 Main St., Friday, 7-9 p.m.
Why go: Learn to be happier, more at peace, and perhaps to realize your essential nature.
Pricing: Free.
And still you want more? Check out our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner that came out earlier Thursday.
