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Upcoming Events

Public Tours of Elizabeth Gamble Garden Arts
Jun 16, 2026 1:30 PM to Dec 31, 2026 2:30 PM
1:30 PM ↻ Monthly
Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Guided tour of the historic Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, a 2.5-acre botanical garden and historic estate. Explore the formal gardens, heritage oaks, and the 1902 Gamble House.

LEGO Tuesdays! Education
Jun 16, 2026 4:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 5:00 PM
4:00 PM ↻ Weekly
Downtown Library, 270 Forest Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

We have the LEGOs! Bring your imagination and build something fun at Downtown Library. LEGOs will stay at the library, so just bring your creativity. For all ages.

Tuesday Night Tango Arts
Jun 16, 2026 7:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 9:00 PM
7:00 PM ↻ Weekly
Congregation Etz Chayim, 4161 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Weekly Argentine tango dancing at Congregation Etz Chayim ballroom. Beginners welcome. No partner needed. Live music on select nights.

Mindfulness Meditation (Online) Health
Jun 16, 2026 7:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 8:00 PM
7:00 PM ↻ Weekly
Palo Alto City Library (Online), Online via Zoom, Palo Alto, CA

Mindfulness meditation is a wonderful way to develop clarity, discipline, and perspective as well as reduce stress. Online session via Zoom. Open to all experience levels. Hosted by Palo Alto City Library.

Song and Sound Meditation (7pm) Health
Jun 16, 2026 7:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 8:00 PM
7:00 PM ↻ Weekly
Unity Palo Alto, 3391 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Evening meditation session at Unity Palo Alto featuring singing, crystal singing bowls, and guided relaxation. Hybrid event available in-person and online. Open to all experience levels.