$20 Holiday Bonus Program (at Rise Woodfire)
2025-10-13 - 2025-12-31 | Rise Woodfire, 2 N B St, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Rise Woodfire:

Now through December 31, 2025, buy a $100 Rise gift certificate (online or in-store) and receive a $20 Holiday Bonus Voucher QR Code—redeemable 1/1/2026 – 3/31/2026!*
Rise gift cards are perfect for everyone on your list. And the best part? It’s a gift for them… and a little something extra for yourself!
🎁 Rise Holiday Gift Card FAQ
1. What’s the Rise Holiday Gift Card Promotion?
Now through December 31, 2025, when you buy a $100 Rise Gift Certificate (online or in-store), you’ll receive a $20 Holiday Bonus Voucher QR Code — redeemable January 1 to March 31, 2026!
It’s the perfect gift for your loved ones… and a little something extra for yourself!
2. Where can I buy Rise Gift Cards?
🟠 In-Store: Visit any Rise location — Rise Woodfire San Mateo, Rise Woodfire Santa Clara, or Rise Pizzeria Burlingame.
🟠 Online: Purchase directly through our website.
3. How do I receive my $20 Holiday Bonus Voucher?
🟠 In-Store Purchases: The Holiday Bonus QR Code will print on your receipt. Please keep your receipt safe — it acts as your voucher!
🟠 Online Purchases: The Holiday Bonus QR Code will be emailed to the purchaser after checkout.
4. Can I use my gift card right away?
Gift cards purchased between October 1 and December 31, 2025 cannot be used on the same day of purchase, or until January 1, 2026.
🟠 They cannot be used before January 1, 2026.
5. When can I redeem the $20 Holiday Bonus Voucher?
The Holiday Bonus Voucher is valid for one-time use only from January 1 through March 31, 2026.
6. Where can I use my Holiday Bonus Voucher?
🟠 Redeemable only at Rise locations (San Mateo, Santa Clara, or Burlingame) for food and beverages.
✅ Okay for dine-in and takeout at the counter.
❌ Not valid for delivery or online ordering.
7. Are there any restrictions on the Holiday Bonus Voucher?
🟠 Dine-in or counter takeout only
🟠 Not valid toward tax or gratuity
🟠 Applies to subtotal only
🟠 Cannot be combined with other offers, discounts, or catering/events
🟠 Not valid on major holidays or event days
🟠 No cash value and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen
8. Can I earn multiple bonuses if I buy more gift cards?
🟠 Yes! The Holiday Bonus applies to each $100 increment.
✅ Buy $200, receive two $20 bonus vouchers
✅ Buy $300, receive three $20 bonus vouchers
9. When does the promotion end?
🟠 The Holiday Bonus Gift Card Promotion runs from October 1 to December 31, 2025.
🟠 Bonus vouchers are valid for redemption from January 1 to March 31, 2026.

Please check with the business directly for guidelines and restrictions.

Ceramics Sale (at Central Park)
2025-10-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Mateo Central Park, 50 E 5th Ave, San Mateo, 94401, United States
Ceramics sale presented by the San Mateo Ceramics Studio and the City of San Mateo’s Parks & Rec Dept. Featuring items like mugs, planters, vases, bowls, gifts, and more
Find the sale near the ceramics studio, next to Fitzgerald Field.

Financial Planning Day 2025 (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2025-10-18 10:30 - 14:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Join us for our Annual Financial Planning Day
Free 20-minute, private consultation for an individual or couple with a financial planning expert on a variety of personal finance issues.
Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of Silicon Valley. Certified Financial Planners will not be marketing services or selling products.
Registration Required: Make an Appointment

Tango Technique Workshop (at Motion Arts Center)
2025-10-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Motion Arts Center, 217 South Claremont Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Motion Arts Center:
Have you always dreamed of dancing Argentine Tango? Whether you’re just beginning your tango journey or already dancing and eager to elevate your skills, this workshop is for you. Jesica will guide you through transformative body exercises designed to improve posture, balance, and strength—the foundation of an elegant, confident tango. From there, you’ll refine your technique on the most essential steps and unlock playful embellishments to dance with grace, musicality, and authentic style.
*The workshop is for all levels as we will focus on proper technique. Open to leaders who want to learn more about the follower’s role. Limited spaces available, sign up now to reserve your spot.
Schedule Saturday October 18th, 2025:
Part I: 2pm-3pm Warm up, Posture & Alignment, Technique
Part II: 3pm-4pm Spiral and Linear Movements and How to Become Active in your Role to Lead and Follow Better.
Price per person:
$50 Early Bird (until October 11th)
$55 General Admission
$50 Member’s Discount
Sign Up Online to save your spot in class! (limited spaces available).
Location:
Motion Arts Center
217 S Claremont St, San Mateo
About Your Instructor: Jesica is a former USA Tango Stage Champion, is a professional dancer, teacher and choreographer from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She has been training as a dancer from the small age of 4. She became a professional ballerina and then a tango dancer when she met her future husband Gustavo at a tango party “milonga” in Stanford University in 2003. Jesica’s teaching style is energetic, creative and very detailed. She is fluent in English and Spanish and lessons can be taught in the language of your preference. Together with her husband Gustavo, they give weekly classes for all level dancers. Jesica has been trained in ballet, modern, jazz and latin dance styles. The dance styles she teaches include, but are not limited to: Ballet, Argentine Tango, Salsa, Bachata, Merengue & Cumbia. She is also a certified Yoga instructor.
Don’t miss this chance to grow your tango and connect with fellow dancers in a fun, supportive environment. Spaces are limited—secure your spot today and join us for an afternoon of inspiration, learning, and dance!

Live Music from Unamaz (at McGoverns)
2025-10-18 21:00 - 23:59 | McGoverns, 215 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Unamaz live performance at McGovern’s. 21 years old +

Saturday, October 18th at 9pm

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