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Saturday, 6/20

Free Kids Activities by Scaffold PlayLab Education

Jun 20, 2026 10:00 AM to Aug 31, 2026 1:00 PM

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10:00 AM ↻ Weekly

Scaffold PlayLab Palo Alto, 2799 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Free weekly kids activities for ages 4-11 at Palo Alto. STEAM-based play, building, and creative exploration. Drop-in format, no registration required.

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Sunday, 6/21

Midsummer Ice Cream Social Community

Jun 21, 2026, 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM

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1:30 PM

Mitchell Park Community Center, 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Community ice cream social at Mitchell Park Community Center. Free ice cream, lawn games, and family-friendly activities. Celebrate the start of summer with neighbors.

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Public Tour | Outdoor Sculpture Walk at Cantor Arts Center Arts

Jun 21, 2026 2:00 PM to Dec 31, 2026 3:00 PM

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2:00 PM ↻ Monthly

Cantor Arts Center, 328 Lomita Dr, Stanford, CA 94305

Free docent-led tour of the outdoor sculpture collection at Cantor Arts Center. Walks among diverse sculptures surrounding the museum. 3rd Sunday of each month, 2pm. Meet at museum entrance. Rain or shine. No reservation required.

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Monday, 6/22

St. Lawrence Chamber Music Seminar: Midday Music 1 Music

Jun 22, 2026, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

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12:00 PM

Bing Concert Hall, 327 Lasuen St, Stanford, CA 94305

Free midday chamber music performance at Bing Concert Hall featuring the St. Lawrence String Quartet and seminar participants. Part of the annual Chamber Music Seminar series. Open to the public.

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Wednesday, 6/24

St. Lawrence Chamber Music Seminar: Midday Music 2 Music

Jun 24, 2026, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

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12:00 PM

Bing Concert Hall, 327 Lasuen St, Stanford, CA 94305

Free midday chamber music performance at Bing Concert Hall. Second concert of the St. Lawrence Chamber Music Seminar series featuring faculty and participants.

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17th Annual Special Needs Trust Seminar Education

Jun 24, 2026, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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2:00 PM

Elks Lodge Palo Alto Event Center, 4249 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Free seminar covering special needs trusts, estate planning, and public benefits for individuals with disabilities and their families. Presented by Gilfix & La Poll Associates, LLP.

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Thursday, 6/25

ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Seminar - Palo Alto Education

Jun 25, 2026, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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6:00 PM

Acton ADU, 429 Bryant St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Free seminar on how to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Palo Alto. Covers design, permitting, financing, and construction. Hosted by Acton ADU.

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Friday, 6/26

St. Lawrence Chamber Music Seminar: Midday Music 3 Music

Jun 26, 2026, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

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12:00 PM

Bing Concert Hall, 327 Lasuen St, Stanford, CA 94305

Final free midday chamber music performance of the seminar series at Bing Concert Hall. Closing concert featuring the St. Lawrence String Quartet and seminar participants.

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Friday Night at the Art Center Arts

Jun 26, 2026 6:00 PM to Sep 30, 2026 9:00 PM

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6:00 PM ↻ Weekly

Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Free evening event at Palo Alto Art Center featuring current exhibitions, art-making activities, music, and refreshments. Part of the Art Center's regular Friday night series.

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Fire Ecology Walk at Foothills Nature Preserve Outdoors

Jun 26, 2026, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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6:00 PM

Foothills Park Nature Interpretive Center, 3300 Page Mill Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Guided walk through Foothills Nature Preserve exploring fire ecology, native plant adaptations to wildfire, and post-fire recovery. Led by Grassroots Ecology naturalists.

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Sunday, 6/28

Tartufino @ Tootsie's - Pop-Up by Chef Shawn Phillips Dining

Jun 28, 2026 1:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 7:00 PM

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1:00 PM ↻ Weekly

Stanford Barn, 700 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94305

Italian truffle-focused pop-up dining experience at Tootsie's inside Stanford Barn. Multi-course menu featuring seasonal truffle dishes by Chef Shawn Phillips.

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Wednesday, 7/1

Take a Break, Pet a Dog Health

Jul 1, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

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3:00 PM

Science and Engineering Quad, Y2E2 Courtyard, 473 Via Ortega, Stanford, CA 94305

De-stress and spend time with therapy dogs on the Science and Engineering Quad. Free and open to all Stanford affiliates and visitors. Dogs from the Stanford pet therapy program will be available for petting and cuddles.

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Saturday, 7/11

Music in the Park Series - Carnatic Violin Concert Arts

Jul 11, 2026, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

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4:00 PM

Mitchell Park, 600 East Meadow Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Free outdoor Carnatic violin concert at Mitchell Park. Part of the Music in the Park summer series featuring classical Indian music performances.

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Thursday, 7/16

2026 Global Green Development Summit: Energy Innovation Powering AI Education

Jul 16, 2026, 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM

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10:30 AM

Stanford Faculty Club, 439 Lagunita Dr, Stanford, CA 94305

A summit exploring the intersection of energy innovation and artificial intelligence for a sustainable future. Features keynote speakers, panel discussions, and networking. Hosted at the Stanford Faculty Club.

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Saturday, 8/8

Stanford Men's Soccer vs CSU Bakersfield Sports

Aug 8, 2026, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

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4:00 PM

Cagan Stadium, 641 Campus Dr, Stanford, CA 94305

Stanford Cardinal men's soccer season opener at Cagan Stadium. Watch the defending Pac-12 champions kick off their season against CSU Bakersfield. Tickets available at gostanford.com.

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Tuesday, 8/11

K-8 Teacher Work Day (No School) Education

Aug 11, 2026, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

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8:00 AM

Palo Alto Unified School District, 25 Churchill Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Teacher Work Day for grades TK-8. No school for students.

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9-12 Staff Development Day (No School) Education

Aug 11, 2026, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

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8:00 AM

Palo Alto Unified School District, 25 Churchill Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Staff Development Day for grades 9-12. No school for students.

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Wednesday, 8/12

Stanford Men's Soccer vs Sacramento State Sports

Aug 12, 2026, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

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4:00 PM

Cagan Stadium, 641 Campus Dr, Stanford, CA 94305

Stanford Cardinal men's soccer home match at Cagan Stadium. Evening game under the lights against Sacramento State.

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Thursday, 8/13

First Day of School 2026-27 Education

Aug 13, 2026, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

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8:00 AM

Palo Alto Unified School District, 25 Churchill Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306

First day of the 2026-2027 school year for all PAUSD students.

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Friday, 8/28

Stanford Field Hockey vs UMass Lowell Sports

Aug 28, 2026, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

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4:00 PM

Stanford Field Hockey Turf, 641 Campus Dr, Stanford, CA 94305

Stanford Cardinal field hockey home opener at the Stanford Field Hockey Turf. Watch the team take on UMass Lowell in non-conference action.

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Monday, 6/15

BOOST! Adult Fitness Program - Rinconada Pool Sports

Jun 15, 2026 8:00 AM to Aug 31, 2026 8:00 PM

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8:00 AM ↻ Weekly

Rinconada Pool, 101 Rinconada Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

City of Palo Alto adult fitness program featuring classes at Rinconada Pool and multiple community centers. Includes yoga, pilates, barre fusion, water aerobics, and LASR yoga. Passes sold in packs of 10 or individually. Open to all fitness levels.

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Summer Swim Lessons at Rinconada Pool Sports

Jun 15, 2026 8:00 AM to Aug 31, 2026 5:00 PM

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8:00 AM ↻ Daily

Rinconada Pool, 101 Rinconada Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

City of Palo Alto summer swim lessons for all ages at Rinconada Pool. Classes range from parent-tot to advanced stroke technique. Multiple sessions available throughout the summer. Registration via EnjoyOnline.

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Sand Hill School Summer Program Education

Jun 15, 2026 8:30 AM to Jul 3, 2026 3:00 PM

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8:30 AM

Sand Hill School at CHC, 650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Supportive summer experience for rising 2nd-8th grade students with learning differences, ADHD and school-based anxiety. Small-group academics, executive functioning support, social-emotional learning, and outdoor fun. Open to current students, incoming students, and children joining just for the summer.

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Peninsula Robotics Summer Camps Education

Jun 15, 2026 9:00 AM to Jun 19, 2026 3:00 PM

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9:00 AM

Peninsula Robotics Academy, 2685a Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Hands-on summer robotics program for rising 6th through 9th graders, run by high school students from FRC Team 6036, World Championship finalists. Students work in small groups to build, wire, code, and test real competition-style robots. Three tracks: Build-a-Bot (beginners), Build-a-Bot Next Level, and AI Vision & Innovation Lab. 5:2 student-to-mentor ratio.

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Scratch SamurAI: Build and Train AI with Scratch (Ages 9-12) Education

Jun 15, 2026 9:00 AM to Jun 19, 2026 12:00 PM

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9:00 AM

Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Kids learn the power of artificial intelligence while building games and projects. Students train machine learning models to recognize text, numbers, images, and sounds, then put them to the test in real creations like Pac-Man with a smart twist, face filters, chatbots, and simple smart devices. No experience needed.

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Middle School Athletics - PAUSD Summer Sports Sports

Jun 15, 2026 9:00 AM to Aug 15, 2026 3:00 PM

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9:00 AM

Various PAUSD Middle Schools, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Palo Alto Unified School District middle school athletics program for rising 6th-8th graders. Summer offerings include basketball, track, volleyball, and cross country. Registration through the City of Palo Alto Recreation Department.

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Intramural Sports - Summer Session at Stanford Sports

Jun 15, 2026 9:00 AM to Aug 31, 2026 9:00 PM

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9:00 AM

Arrillaga Family Sports Center, 641 Campus Dr, Stanford, CA 94305

Stanford Rec summer intramural sports registration open for students, faculty and staff. Leagues include basketball, soccer, volleyball, flag football and ultimate frisbee. Games played at Arrillaga Family Sports Center and Stanford Stadium fields. Register online.

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SPOT Summer Program (Speech-Language & Occupational Therapy) Health

Jun 15, 2026 9:30 AM to Jun 19, 2026 3:00 PM

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9:30 AM

Children's Health Council, 650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Speech-Language and Occupational Therapy summer program for children. Supports communication skills, sensory processing, and motor development in a structured camp environment.

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Jeremy Frey: Woven Arts

Jun 15, 2026 10:00 AM to Aug 31, 2026 5:00 PM

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10:00 AM

Cantor Arts Center, Lynn Krywick Gibbons Gallery, 328 Lomita Dr, Stanford, CA 94305

Exhibition at Cantor Arts Center featuring the woven works of acclaimed Indigenous basket-maker Jeremy Frey. Showcases traditional and contemporary Wabanaki basketry techniques. Free admission.

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Animal, Vegetable, nor Mineral: Works by Miljohn Ruperto Arts

Jun 15, 2026 10:00 AM to Aug 31, 2026 5:00 PM

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10:00 AM

Cantor Arts Center, Freidenrich Family Gallery, 328 Lomita Dr, Stanford, CA 94305

Exhibition at Cantor Arts Center featuring works by Miljohn Ruperto exploring the boundaries between natural and artificial, organic and synthetic. Runs through summer. Free admission.

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Moments in the History of East Asian Printing Arts

Jun 15, 2026 10:00 AM to Sep 15, 2026 5:00 PM

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10:00 AM

Lathrop Library, East Asia Library, 518 Memorial Way, Stanford, CA 94305

Exhibition at Lathrop Library's East Asia Library exploring the history of printing in East Asia. Features rare books, woodblocks, and manuscripts from the Stanford collections. Free admission.

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Prenatal + Baby and Me Yoga Health

Jun 15, 2026 10:30 AM to Aug 31, 2026 11:30 AM

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10:30 AM ↻ Weekly

Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Prenatal yoga classes and baby-and-me yoga sessions held at the Oshman Family JCC. Prenatal classes focus on breathing, relaxation, and gentle movement. Baby and Me classes help new parents bond with their babies through yoga.

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TLAB (Teen Library Advisory Board) Relaunch + Tie-Dye Community

Jun 15, 2026, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

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1:00 PM

Mitchell Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Teen Library Advisory Board relaunch event at Mitchell Park Library with tie-dye activities. Teens help shape library programs, recommend books, and earn volunteer hours. All materials provided.

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Adult Sports Leagues - Palo Alto Recreation Sports

Jun 15, 2026 6:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 10:00 PM

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6:00 PM ↻ Weekly

Cubberley Community Center Gym, 4000 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306

City of Palo Alto adult sports leagues including basketball, volleyball, and softball. Teams and free agents welcome. Games played at Palo Alto community centers and school gyms. Spring/Summer season registration open now.

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Co-Ed Night Bicycle Repair Event (FREE) Community

Jun 15, 2026 6:00 PM to Dec 31, 2026 9:00 PM

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6:00 PM ↻ Monthly

Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange, 3961 East Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Free community bicycle repair workshop at Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange. Learn basic bike maintenance, repair flat tires, adjust brakes and gears. All tools provided. No experience necessary. Bikes available for those in need.

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Tuesday, 6/16

Drop in Tech Help Technology

Jun 16, 2026 10:00 AM to Aug 31, 2026 12:00 PM

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10:00 AM ↻ Weekly

Rinconada Library, 1213 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Stuck with a technology question? Need help with an ongoing issue or learning something new? Stop by the Rinconada branch library for drop in tech help Tuesday mornings. Staff is available to help with a variety of tech questions.

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Vintage Media Lab Technology

Jun 16, 2026 10:00 AM to Dec 31, 2026 12:00 PM

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10:00 AM ↻ Monthly

Rinconada Library, 1213 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Preserve your old photographs, home movies, records and cassettes. Each appointment includes a skilled volunteer or staff person to assist you. Appointments are limited to a single two-hour appointment per week per person.

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MotherTogether Community

Jun 16, 2026 10:00 AM to Aug 31, 2026 11:30 AM

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10:00 AM ↻ Weekly

Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303

A supportive gathering for mothers at Oshman Family JCC. Connect with other moms, share experiences, and build community in a welcoming environment. Babies and young children welcome.

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Energy at a Crossroads: Cal Alumni of Silicon Valley Energy Forum Business

Jun 16, 2026, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

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10:00 AM

Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, 1400 Page Mill Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Half-day forum on California energy future hosted by Cal Alumni of Silicon Valley. Keynote by Professor Severin Borenstein (UC Berkeley Haas) on data centers and electricity markets. Panel discussions and PG&E wildfire mitigation presentation. Includes lunch hosted by Morgan Lewis.

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Family Storytime Education

Jun 16, 2026 10:30 AM to Aug 31, 2026 11:00 AM

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10:30 AM ↻ Weekly

Children's Library, 1276 Harriet St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Join Librarian Jennifer (and Rocky Raccoon) on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM for Family Storytime at Children's Library. Stories, songs, and movement for families with young children.

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Song and Sound Meditation (12pm) Health

Jun 16, 2026 12:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 1:00 PM

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12:00 PM ↻ Weekly

Unity Palo Alto, 3391 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306

A meditative experience combining song, sound bowls, and guided relaxation at Unity Palo Alto. All are welcome. Hybrid event available both in-person and online.

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Vintage Media Lab Technology

Jun 16, 2026 1:00 PM to Dec 31, 2026 3:00 PM

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1:00 PM ↻ Monthly

Mitchell Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Preserve your old photographs, home movies, records and cassettes at Mitchell Park Library. Appointments include a skilled volunteer or staff person to assist you. Limited to one two-hour appointment per week per person.

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Public Tours of Elizabeth Gamble Garden Arts

Jun 16, 2026 1:30 PM to Dec 31, 2026 2:30 PM

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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.

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LEGO Tuesdays! Education

Jun 16, 2026 4:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 5:00 PM

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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.

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Tuesday Night Tango Arts

Jun 16, 2026 7:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 9:00 PM

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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.

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Mindfulness Meditation (Online) Health

Jun 16, 2026 7:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 8:00 PM

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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.

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Song and Sound Meditation (7pm) Health

Jun 16, 2026 7:00 PM to Aug 31, 2026 8:00 PM

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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.

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Wednesday, 6/17

Little Ones Storytime at Children's Library Education

Jun 17, 2026 10:30 AM to Aug 31, 2026 11:00 AM

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10:30 AM ↻ Weekly

Children's Library, 1276 Harriet St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Storytime for babies and toddlers at Children's Library. Songs, rhymes, and simple stories for little ones ages 0-3. Free. Weekly on Wednesday mornings.

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Family Craft: Ice Cream Cones at Mitchell Park Library Arts

Jun 17, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

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3:30 PM

Mitchell Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Make a bright ice cream cone using shredded tissue paper, glue, and other materials. Free family craft activity at Mitchell Park Library. All supplies provided.

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Tech Class: Common Scams at Rinconada Library Education

Jun 17, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

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4:00 PM

Rinconada Library, 1213 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Learn how to spot scams before they happen. Workshop covers phishing emails, phone scams, online fraud, and identity theft protection. Free. Registration recommended.

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Music & Movement at Mitchell Park Library Music

Jun 17, 2026 6:30 PM to Aug 31, 2026 7:00 PM

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6:30 PM ↻ Weekly

Mitchell Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Weekly evening music and movement program at Mitchell Park Library. Bring your dancing feet for songs, rhythms, and movement activities. Free and open to families with young children.

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Karaoke with PRIDE at Mitchell Park Library Music

Jun 17, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

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7:00 PM

Mitchell Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Pride Month karaoke event at Mitchell Park Library. Sing your heart out with songs celebrating LGBTQ+ pride. Free. All ages welcome.

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Concert: San Francisco Pride Band at Mitchell Park Library Music

Jun 17, 2026, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

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7:00 PM

Mitchell Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Evening concert featuring the San Francisco Pride Band, the official band of San Francisco Pride. Free outdoor performance at Mitchell Park Library celebrating Pride Month. All ages welcome.

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Thursday, 6/18

Bilingual Family Storytime at College Terrace Library Education

Jun 18, 2026 10:30 AM to Aug 31, 2026 11:00 AM

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10:30 AM ↻ Weekly

College Terrace Library, 2300 Wellesley St, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Join Senorita Juliana for Spanish-English bilingual storytime at College Terrace Library. Stories, songs, and movement in both languages. Free. All families welcome.

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