Downtown San Mateo

San Mateo Celebrates!
2024-04-06 - 2024-04-13 | CA
From SanMateoCelebrates.com:
San Mateo Celebrates! is a dynamic annual April celebration — strategically timed with National Library Week — that showcases and supports the richness of our Library’s activities.
Following the success of our inaugural year, we’re expanding our week-long celebration. On Saturday April 13th, we culminate with all-day entertainment on the Central Park stage, surrounded by over 40 curated artist and maker booths under the California Artists auspices, a kid zone, and food and beverage trucks.
Proceeds benefit our community’s beloved San Mateo Public Library.

DSMA April Board Meeting (Open to the Public)
2024-04-09 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Draeger’s Cooking School, 222 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, United States
The Downtown San Mateo Association Board and staff, representatives from the City of San Mateo, DSMA members, and other community members gather each month to discuss DSMA business.
If you have questions, please email us at HQDSMA@gmail.com.

In Person Partner Prenatal Yoga Workshop with Larissa Kenny (at Nandi Yoga)
2024-04-13 13:00 - 15:30 | Nandi Yoga, 309 8th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Nandi Yoga’s website:
* Please note that there are no refunds for workshops and special events.
In this workshop, we will focus on strategies that can help you physically, mentally and emotionally prepare for childbirth together as partners. Our purpose is to provide you with knowledge and resources to empower expectant mothers to be in tune with their bodies, understand optimal baby positioning, and be prepared with hands-on techniques and massages partner can use during labor.
The cost of this workshop is $90.

P4G San Mateo Opening Event
2024-04-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Perform For Golf, 116 South B St, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Perform for Golf:
Perform for Golf is extending a warm invitation to our members, neighbors, and friends to come together and connect with our vibrant and growing community! Let’s kick off the opening of our San Mateo location with beverages, hors d’oeuvres, and guest vendors. Spread the word and share the P4G love– the more, the merrier!
RSVP and more info here: https://www.performforgolf.com/events/spring-opening

Night At the Library Benefit (part of San Mateo Celebrates!)
2024-04-13 18:30 - 21:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library Foundation:
Join us for a scintillating evening of food, fun, and philanthropy to benefit the San Mateo Public Library! We’re transforming the lobby into a community party space with room to dance, room to talk, and even room to just read (a library book).
A perennial favorite Library offering is Trivia Night and we’re delighted to bring this experience to our party. General Admission ticket purchasers can register for one, two, or all three rounds of our Librarian-led Trivia Challenge. Winner of each round gets a prize.
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Ages 21+ as we are providing complimentary wine and beer
“California Cocktail” Attire (relaxed & festive)
TICKETS Selected during registration
General Admission
$100.00
Includes passed hors d’oeuvres and beverages.
Trivia Challenge (7:00pm-7:15pm): Travel
Trivia Challenge (7:15pm-7:30pm): California / Bay Area
Trivia Challenge (7:30pm-7:45pm): Pop Culture

San Mateo Earth Day: Project Super Plants (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2024-04-20 10:30 - 11:15 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Attend this workshop presented by youth led Project Super Plants to learn about the threats of CO2 emissions on our local biodiversity and become informed on how to grow California Native “Super Plants” that grow larger root systems to store more CO2.
Join Project Super Plants during our tabling event to plant your own Super Plant: CA Melic Grass.

San Mateo Earth Day: Game & Puzzle Swap (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2024-04-20 11:30 - 12:30 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Swap out your gently used games or puzzles for a new to you puzzle or game.

San Mateo Earth Day: Sustainability for All Tabling Event (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2024-04-20 11:30 - 12:30 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Join local sustainability partners who will share tips and resources to help you reduce waste, and save money.
Tabling with us: San Mateo Arboretum Society, ReThink Waste, Master Gardeners of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties, Project Super Plants, Peninsula Clean Energy, Pollinator Partnership and Byrds Filling Station.

San Mateo Earth Day: Clothing Swap (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2024-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Come to the San Mateo Public Library to swap old chidren’s and adult clothes for new to you clothes.
This swap will take place in the Laurel and Cedar Rooms
Clothing must be clean and damage free.

Music on B Street: Makule
2024-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | B Street between 1st and 2nd avenues, B Street between 1st and 2nd avenues, San mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Dine, shop, and stroll through Downtown San Mateo on April 20th to the music of Makule. This duo of local San Mateo musicians will perform American Folk, Latin, Hawaiian, and Blues from 1-3pm. You won’t want to miss this free performance on B Street!

San Mateo Earth Day: A New Climate Vision (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2024-04-21 13:00 - 16:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the organizers:
The impacts of climate change are increasingly felt every day, but there is hope in the solutions being implemented both globally and locally.
You are invited to join us for a screening of the TED Radio Hour documentary “A New Climate Vision,” which explores the climate solutions revolution underway and showcases several innovative strategies for addressing climate change.
Following the screening and discussion, we will hear from leaders of various local non-profit environmental/climate change organizations who are spearheading initiatives in San Mateo County, driving tangible change and paving the way towards a more resilient and sustainable future.
Doors open at 1:00 pm and the program will begin at 1:30 pm.
NOTE: While registration isn’t required, we would appreciate you registering for the event as it helps event organizers plan for the number attending.
The event is sponsored by the following organizations:
Citizens’ Climate Lobby, San Mateo Chapter (www.citizensclimatelobby.org)
Acterra (https://acterra.org)
San Mateo Climate Action Team (www.smclimateaction.org)
350 Silicon Valley (https://www.350siliconvalley.org)

Pause, Sip, and Explore...Bubbles & Rosé! (at Pausa)
2024-04-27 11:30 - 14:30 | Pausa Bar & Cookery, 23 East 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Pausa’s website:
Join us for a fun, informative, and social wine tasting event showcasing rosé and sparkling wines from Italy.
All wines featured will be available to purchase at retail price.
$ 90 per person

Floral Artists of the Bay Area (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2024-04-27 13:00 - 15:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Join us for a weekend of beautiful floral displays at the San Mateo Main Library!
We are excited to present beautiful floral arrangements from members of Floral Artists of the Bay Area (FAB) for the entire weekend of April 27-28. Come enjoy the beauty of flowers and see gorgeous floral displays on every floor of the San Mateo Main Library!
Floral arrangement demonstrations on Saturday, April 27th from 1-3pm in the Oak Room.

Spring Storewide Sale (at Christensen & Rafferty Fine Jewelry)
2024-05-03 10:00 - 17:30, 2024-05-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Christensen & Rafferty Fine Jewelry, 100 S. Ellsworth Suite 607, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
This weekend only
Friday, May 3rd & Saturday, May 4th
SPRING STOREWIDE SALE
UP TO 50% OFF

Trunk Sale at Bundy Opticians
2024-05-04 11:00 - 16:00 | Bundy Opticians, 201 S. San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Trunk Show at Bundy Opticians
Three brands in one place! Featuring ALL the styles in their collection!
Maui Jim – Morel – Orgreen
Saturday, May 4th from 11am-4pm
Prizes – Gifts – Food – Drinks

Pianist Ilya Yakushev with members of the St. Lawrence String Quartet (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2024-05-04 15:00 - 16:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Join us for a Musical Conversation featuring virtuosic pianist Ilya Yakushev in collaboration with members of the St. Lawrence String Quartet. The group will perform excerpts from their upcoming Music at Kohl concert including the glorious Brahms Piano Trio, No. 1, but not before marking the 100th anniversary of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue with a jazzy piano solo. Sponsored by Music at Kohl Mansion, the San Mateo Public Library Foundation, and the San Mateo Public Library. This event will be held in the Oak Room at the Main Library.

SKINVIVE event (at Luminaskin)
2024-05-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Luminaskin, 100 S Ellsworth Ave. Ste 806, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Luminaskin:
Elevate your skincare routine with our SKINVIVE event on May 7th from 11am to 1pm! Indulge in complimentary coffee from Coram Deo Coffee Roasters while experiencing live demos. Don’t miss the chance to win our grand prize raffle and unlock exclusive pricing available only during the event. RSVP through their Instagram (@luminaskin) or by calling 650-401-6060.

Fortress the Future: A Cybersecurity Summit for Connected Industries (at BLOCK71)
2024-05-08 18:30 - 20:30 | BLOCK71, 107 S B St #300, San Mateo, 94401, United States
Note that registration must be approved. Request here: https://lu.ma/cybersecurity-industries
From BLOCK71:
Cybersecurity threats are evolving faster than ever, impacting critical industries such as Healthcare, Maritime, Smart Cities and Advanced Manufacturing. This exclusive event brings together VCs, industry leaders, and cybersecurity innovators to explore the cutting-edge solutions safeguarding our future.
​Who Should Attend:

​VCs: Discover high-growth investment opportunities in the booming cybersecurity market.
​Industry Leaders: Gain insights into the latest cyber threats specific to your sector and explore best practices for safeguarding your critical infrastructure.
​Cybersecurity Innovators: Network with key decision-makers across industries and showcase your solutions to a captivated audience.

​Here’s what awaits you:

​Diving into sector-specific challenges: Healthcare, Maritime, Smart Cities, and Advanced Manufacturing – gain insights into the unique cybersecurity threats faced by each industry.
​Unveiling investment gems: Discover high-growth opportunities in the booming cybersecurity market.
​Showcasing Innovative solutions: Witness cutting-edge technologies from leading cybersecurity companies.
​Actionable strategies & collaboration: Learn from experts and network with key decision-makers to build robust cybersecurity postures.

​Walk away with:

​Invaluable insights on the latest cyber threats across critical sectors.
​Actionable strategies to safeguard your organization’s data and infrastructure.
​Meaningful connections with VCs, industry leaders, and cybersecurity pioneers.

​Shape the future of security. Register today! Limited seats available!

Fermentation Station workshop (at Byrd's Filling Station)
2024-05-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Byrd’s Filling Station, 219 S San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, 94401, United States
From Byrd’s Filling Station:
Join us for a Fermentation Station workshop! Our very own Laura Porter will teach YOU how to do some quick pickling, make kombucha, and even sourdough bread.
This is meant to be a learning experience for you, so no need to bring anything to the event, except for a learning attitude!
*Aprons will not be provided, so bring your own if you want.
Ticket prices go towards the scoby and sourdough starter kit that you get to take home after the workshop!

On the Rocks perform live (O'Neills)
2024-05-11 21:00 - 23:59 | O’Neill’s Irish Pub, 34 South B Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Live performance from 9pm-12am

DSMA May Board Meeting (Open to the Public)
2024-05-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Peninsula Italian American Social Club, 100 North B Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States

Asian Art Museum Docent Talk: Phoenix Kingdom (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2024-05-15 18:00 - 19:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Celebrate Asian Pacific American Month at the San Mateo Public Library learn about art during the Phoenix Kingdom. A docent from the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco will talk about the splendor, sophistication, and extravagance of two mysterious kingdoms that flourished at the dawn of China’s Bronze Age. The special exhibition is currently on display at the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco from April 19, 2024 through July 22, 2024.

Fashioning San Francisco: A Century of Style (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2024-05-16 18:30 - 19:30 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Explore the history of San Francisco through fashion.
Fashioning San Francisco: A Century of Style at the de Young Museum showcases the City’s international sophistication, bohemian tendencies, appreciation of global cultures and long standing practice of using clothing as a form of personal expression.
Presented by Gretchen Turner, a docent with the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.

Ukulele Jam on B Street
2024-05-18 13:00 - 15:00 | B Street between 1st and 2nd avenues, B Street between 1st and 2nd avenues, San mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Bring your ukulele and all your friends to this fun pop up event in Downtown San Mateo!
Local San Mateo musicians, Charlie Chin and Victor Labrador, will lead experienced ukulele players in some classic tunes.
Newcomers to the instrument can try one out thanks to the San Mateo Public Library! (Limited ukes will be available, and will be first come, first served.)
We’ll have prizes throughout the event– including pineapples and a ukulele of your own!

Soft Opening (at Peninsula Dance Academy)
2024-05-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Peninsula Dance Academy, 717 South B Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Tour the new studio and learn about their classes and camps!
May 18 from 2-4pm
717 S B Street

Open House (at Baking Arts)
2024-05-18 14:00 - 17:00 | Baking Arts, 18 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Baking Arts:
We’re celebrating with an open house on Saturday, May 18th from 2-5pm. We’ll have coffee on the Bliss tap trike, French macarons, cake, cookies and more! Plus a raffle with amazing prizes.

Rob Ely's Tribute to Elvis (at the Peninsula Italian American Social Club)
2024-05-18 17:30 - 22:00 | Peninsula Italian American Social Club, 100 North B Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From the Peninsula Italian American Social Club:
Call 650-343-7981 or email PIASCManager@gmail.com to RSVP
Entree Choice of:
Southern Rib Eye or Baked Halibut
Special Menu to include:
Assorted Hors d’oeuvres, special antipasto, pasta with mushroom sauce, Dianda’s dessert, and special wine
$95 per person
No host cocktails at 5:30 / Dinner at 6:30
Dancing and theme attire encouraged

Karaoke World Championships (at McGoverns)
2024-05-26 21:30 - 23:59, 2024-06-02 21:30 - 23:59 | McGoverns, 215 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From the Karaoke World Championship:

Singers from across the nation are all currently competing for a chance to represent their favorite local venue and then state at the KWCUSA National Finals in Las Vegas, NV. The winners of the national finals will go on to represent the country in the KWC World Finals in Turku, Finland.

If you think you have what it takes to sing your way around the WORLD head over to our website kwcusa.org and register for your audition spot today!
