Golden Moon Studios Student Art Show
2023-08-31 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Golden Moon Studios, 28 E 3rd Avenue #101, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Join Golden Moon Studios as they celebrate the art of their students from this year’s summer camps!
Families and friends of campers are welcome to attend. RSVP through Golden Moon Studios.

September Nights on B Street: Sept 7 with the Maya Latin Band
2023-09-07 18:00 - 20:00 | B Street between 1st and 2nd avenues, B Street between 1st and 2nd avenues, San mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Join us for the return of our popular September Nights on B Street event series with free music and entertainment for the whole family! Sponsored by the City of San Mateo with support from the DSMA.
Grab take-out from a local restaurant and join outdoor pop-up dining in Downtown San Mateo on B Street in the pedestrian malls between First and Third Avenues. The street will be transformed into an outdoor dining pavilion featuring tables and chairs beneath the twinkle lights. A children’s play area will be offered at both events featuring a jumpy house, games, and other activities for fun-loving attendees of all ages run by the City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department. Beer and wine will be available for purchase on site. No outside alcohol allowed.
Thursday, September 7 – B Street between 1st and 2nd avenues
6pm to 8pm
Featuring Salsa music from the Maya Latin Band
Thursday, September 14 – B Street between 2nd and 3rd avenues
6pm to 8pm
Featuring Dueling Pianos

DSMA September 2023 Board Meeting (Open to the Public)
2023-09-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Peninsula Italian American Social Club, 100 North B Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, 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.

September Nights on B Street: Sept 14 with Dueling Pianos
2023-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 | B Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues, B Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues, San Mateo, 94401, United States

Prunotto Wine Dinner (at Pausa)
2023-09-18 18:15 - 22:00 | Pausa Bar & Cookery, 23 East 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Chef Andrea and his culinary team prepare a four-course dinner to complement the incredible line up of Prunotto wines.
Limited Seats Available!
Monday, September 18th
Welcome Reception: 6:15pm
Seated for Dinner: 6:45pm (communal tables)
$150 per person (tax & gratuity not included)

Bespoken Whiskey Tasting at Fogbird
2023-09-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Fogbird, 144 S B St, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Event includes:
3/4 oz. taste of 4 different premium Whiskey bottles:
Twice Toasted American Whiskey
Twice Toasted Bourbon Whiskey
Twice Toasted Rye Whiskey
Pinstripe Straight Bourbon
Education and Q/A with Scott Krinsky of Bespoken
The experience lasts approximately 45 minutes. This is a group experience for up to 12 guests each hour.

Everything COVID from a Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
2023-09-20 18:00 - 19:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
At the San Mateo Public Library (Main)
Although we’re coming out of the COVID pandemic, many of our lives have been forever changed by the event. Join us for a talk by Dr. Brandon Lip about his work as a doctor who practices both conventional medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, and hear what we can learn from his experiences.

All Aboard, Peninsula!
2023-09-23 10:00 - 14:00 | CA
Join 350 Silicon Valley on Saturday, September 23rd for All Aboard, Peninsula! and experience how riding climate-friendly transit can be sustainable and fun. We’ll start in Menlo Park on the Library Lawn with storytime, before riding Caltrain up to San Mateo, where attendees can disembark for a scavenger hunt and refreshments on B Street, the vibrant pedestrian mall in downtown. The adventure ends in San Francisco, where attendees can tour Caltrain’s electric trains that are planned to be in operation next year; for more info on Caltrain’s Electric Train Tour, visit the Caltrain event page. Organized by 350 Silicon Valley and other community partners.
*Reminder: While this event is free, please note that you will need to purchase Caltrain tickets. Visit How To Ride Caltrain for instructions on purchasing tickets. Tickets must be purchased on the day of travel and can be purchased either at the station kiosk or on your phone with the Caltrain Mobile app, or remember your Clipper card. Be sure to check out special fares that Caltrain is offering in September!

San Mateo Library Meet the Authors: Dana Dargos and Said Al Bizri authors of Einstein in the Attic
2023-09-27 18:00 - 19:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
At the Main San Mateo Library:
Co-authors Dana Dargos and Said Al Bizri will talk about their book Einstein in the Attic, which is a science fiction novel that transports readers into the world of science and historic figures.

Movies in the Park @ Central Park
2023-09-29 18:00 - 22:00 | San Mateo Central Park, 50 E 5th Ave, San Mateo, 94401, United States
Grab a blanket, chair, family and friends – because we are ready for our 2023 Movies in the Park Series! Concession sales and activities start at 6:00pm and the movie begins at dusk around 7:30pm. Admission is free! Enjoy a night under the stars watching a movie outdoors! Presented by City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation.
Friday, September 8 – Beresford Park
Friday, September 15 – Dr. MLK Park
Friday, September 22 – Shoreview Park
Friday, September 29 – Central Park: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

San Mateo Fall Fest
2023-09-30 10:00 - 18:00 | South B Street, South B Street (Between Baldwin Ave. & 2nd Ave.), San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Enjoy a wide variety of music, entertainment, local arts, gastronomical delights, and family-friendly activities all day as you stroll down B Street. Craft beer and cider as well as a selection of local wines will be available for purchase to quench your thirst. The event is free and open to the public.
More information here: https://sanmateochamber.org/fall-fest/
This event is presented by the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce with support from the Downtown San Mateo Association.

A Closet Full of Stuff (at Golden Moon Gallery)
2023-10-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Golden Moon Gallery, 28 East 3rd Avenue Ste. 101, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Stylized, Accessorized & Organized
Discover a ‘new’ wardrobe brimming with outfits from your previous career or pre-Covid days. Wondering how to revamp and repurpose these garments? Give your old clothes and jewelry a fresh, modern flair that suits your new normal. Join us for an engaging evening where you’ll gain insights into the art of Styling and how to organize your entire closet. Master the art of wardrobe organization to make getting dressed a breeze.
Join us for an evening of information and fun at The Golden Moon Gallery in San Mateo. Featured presenters are:

Shelley Golden, Executive Presence and Personal Styling Expert at Shelley Golden Style
Jana Lane, Organizing Consultant & Coach from There’s No Space Like Home
Jennifer Hancox, Jeweler & Appraiser from The Edna Collective

SMPD’s Pink Patch Party
2023-10-07 11:00 - 16:00 | South B Street, South B Street (Between Baldwin Ave. & 2nd Ave.), San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Please join the San Mateo Police Officer’s Association on October 7th for their annual Breast Cancer Awareness Event, as they bring awareness to this cause and provide support to those who need it. This event will feature free mammograms by Sutter Health, dunk-a-cop, donut eating competition, pumpkin painting, bounce house, food and drinks, live music, raffles, prizes and more!
More information here: https://sanmateopoa.org/pink-patch-party

DSMA October 2023 Board Meeting (Open to the Public)
2023-10-10 09:00 - 10:00 | CA

Garba Bollywood Dance Party at Motion Arts Center
2023-10-14 16:00 - 19:00 | Motion Arts Center, 217 South Claremont Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Garba is a Gujarati traditional folk dance celebrated in Navratri, a celebration lasting nine nights. Garba songs typically revolve around the subjects of the nine goddesses. It is performed in a circle with everyone moving around a central point. The dance is joyful, energetic and it bring people together celebrating culture and traditions of Gurajat.
SCHEDULE:
4pm-5pm BollyX Class
5pm-6pm Garba Bollywood Class
6pm-7pm Dance Party
REGISTRATION PER PERSON: $30 Drop-in for Full Event

Meet the Author: Robert Caughlan talks about his book Surfer in the White House - and other Salty Yarns
2023-10-15 14:00 - 15:30 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
At the San Mateo Library:
Rob Caughlan’s book, Surfer in the White House – and other Salty Yarns is a chronicle of his life as a surfer and political activist.
Caughlan is a powerful and entertaining speaker, alternating between inspiring and illuminating accounts of environmental problems and victories and funny and sometimes poignant stories about the all too human actors on all sides.
As a result of his career of successful advocacy, Caughlan has a multitude of anecdotes which he uses to bring his speeches to life for audiences. He worked in the White House and Environmental Protection Agency for President Jimmy Carter. He founded the Sam Ervin fan club during the Watergate hearings, led the Surfrider Foundation to victory in what was according to Newsweek magazine the second largest clean water enforcement action in the nation’s history. He served as Administrative Assistant to Congressman Leo Ryan (who was assassinated in the Jonestown tragedy). He writes chapters about his many experiences as an assistant and friend of Congressman Pete McCloskey. Friends of the River was born as an organization in his living room.
He initiated and assembled the resources to begin the production of a ten-part television series for Turner Broadcasting on global environmental issues called Voice of the Planet starring William Shatner and Faye Dunaway. Over the years, Caughlan has also worked with such Hollywood notables as Robert Redford and Paul Newman to promote environmental causes. People Magazine, covering his struggle on behalf of ocean protection, called him a “righteous dude”.

"Art of Feminine Presence" at Golden Moon Gallery
2023-10-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Golden Moon Gallery, 28 East 3rd Avenue Ste. 101, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Golden Moon Gallery:
Art of Feminine Presence
Join us for a powerful in-person event where we will explore the Art of Feminine Presence. This unique gathering is designed to help you tap into your feminine essence and radiate confidence and magnetism.
During this 2-hour workshop, you will learn practical tools to develop a physical and energetic presence that attracts the attention you want: personally and professionally; feel more comfortable with receiving positive attention; Be more at ease setting clear boundaries with others; Look and feel more confident and radiant when you walk into a room. Through guided exercises and group activities, you will discover how to embody your feminine power and embrace your authentic self.
Whether you are a woman looking to enhance your personal or professional life, or simply curious about exploring your feminine energy, this event is for you. Come and join us for a transformative experience that will leave you feeling empowered, inspired, and connected.
The Art of Feminine Presence teaches us to live a life of authenticity that flows from our feminine core essence.
The Feminine Essence lives inside every woman. It’s an energetic, empowering, and magnetic quality that has nothing to do with the way you look on the outside.
When a woman embodies her Feminine Essence, she naturally attracts the respect and attention she wants without having to project a powerful persona.
When a woman with Personal Presence walks into a room, she is noticed by many and appreciated for her vibrancy and feminine radiance. She is comfortable with being seen and she speaks clearly and confidently about who she is and what she wants.
Your coach & facilitator: Cheryl Pierce is the founder of Skinworx SF and founder of Soulworx, LLC. She is the author of the book “Soulworx: A Transformative Journey from Skin to Soul.” She is a licensed teacher on The Art of Feminine Presence and a Certified High Performance Coach. She helps high achieving women reclaim their feminine presence so that they can have more joy, more confidence, and manifest their heart’s desire with ease and grace.

Lidia Bastianich Book Signing "LIDIA'S From Our Family Table to Yours" at Draeger's
2023-10-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Draeger’s, 222 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Meet Lidia Bastianich as she autographs copies of her newest cookbook: “LIDIA’S From Our Family Table to Yours” more than 100 recipes made with love for all occasions. At Draeger’s San Mateo Location. Saturday, October 21st 4pm – 6pm.
Make sure to reserve your copy for pick-up, book is available at Draeger’s HOME. Call or go online for purchase, limited stock. Must present proof of purchase for signing. Draegers.com
Draeger’s HOME San Mateo is open from 9am to 7pm daily and can be reached @ (650) 685-3797 See less

Halloween Bachata & Salsa Dance Party at Motion Arts Center
2023-10-26 19:00 - 23:59 | Motion Arts Center, 217 South Claremont Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Come and enjoy dancing at our Halloween Bachata & Salsa Dance Party in a fun and friendly atmosphere in downtown San Mateo. We will play our best & most popular tunes! The studio has a beautiful hardwood floor, air conditioning and mood lighting for your dancing pleasure.
THURSDAY OCTOBER 26th, 2023:
7pm – 8pm Bachata Beginner Level Class
8pm – 9pm Bachata Intermediate Level Class
8pm – 9pm Salsa Beginner Level
9pm-12am Bachata & Salsa Social Dance Party with DJ Jesica
TEACHERS:
Chris Monark, Jesica Hornos & Monica Santana
PRICE PER PERSON:
$15 dance party only OR included when you take a class on Thursday October 26th, 2023.
LOCATION:
MOTION ARTS CENTER
217 S Claremont st,
San Mateo, CA 94401
WHAT TO BRING:
• Costumes are highly encouraged but not required.
• You can bring your own drinks.
• You can come by yourself or with a partner.
• No special clothes are required, what feels comfortable for you is good.

CAM-O-Ween GRAND OPENING at CAM EDU
2023-10-28 11:00 - 14:00 | CAM EDU, 801 South B Street, San Mateo, 94401, United States
From CAM EDU:
Welcome to the **CAM-O-Ween GRAND OPENING**! Get ready for a spooktacular event filled with fun and excitement. Join us in person on **Mon Oct 22, 2023** at **801 South B Street, San Mateo, CA 94401**. Get ready to experience a thrilling day like no other!
Steam activities, raffles, contests.. get ready to win!

"Boo"s on B Street & Trick or Treating
2023-10-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Downtown San Mateo
Join us on Saturday, October 28 from 2:00-5:00pm in Downtown San Mateo on the Pedestrian Mall (B Street between 1st and 3rd Avenue) for carnival games, activities for the kids, crafts, and trick or treat through the Downtown businesses!
Grab lunch first and head on over, or enjoy the event then grab dinner!
Costumes are welcomed and are highly encouraged!
This event is run by the City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department and the Downtown San Mateo Association. More details of this event will be released in early October.
Businesses Participating in Trick or Treat from 2-5pm:

Business NameAddress

Tri Counties Bank150 E 3rd Ave

B Street Books301 S B St

People's Barber318 2nd Ave

New York Pizza219 S B St

Revolution Hair Studio132 S B St

Los Amigos Imports244 S B St

Metro PCS130 S B St

Atlas Skateboarding209 2nd Ave

3 Bees Cafe55 W 3rd Ave

Bambu153 South B St

Wursthall308 Baldwin Ave

New Thai Elephant200 S B St

Heere Tea253 S B St

B Street & Vine320 S B St

North Beach Pizza240 E 3rd Ave

Orange Theory101 S B St

La Pinata Market320 E 3rd Ave

Mountain Mike's Pizza154 S B St

FogBird144 S B St

La Pinata120 N B St

Mi Rancho Supermarket80 N B St

Taqueria Los Primos85 N B St

Video Loco132 N B St

Maison Salon Deux25 S B Street

Urban Momo254 S B St

Lion's Den Shave Parlor236 E 3rd Ave

Fanloli Beauty159 S B St

Fire Wings206 S B St

Tomatina401 S B St

INDIGO Rugs + Kilims309 S B St

Build Your Own Terrarium Workshop at Golden Moon Gallery
2023-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Golden Moon Gallery, 28 East 3rd Avenue Ste. 101, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Golden Moon Gallery:
All materials included, no experience necessary!
In this workshop, guests will create their own terrariums using foraged and dried materials. Imagine a terrarium that encapsulates the rustic charm of the outdoors, a true masterpiece of nature’s artistry.
Layer by layer you will create your own natural world. Carefully chosen dried and natural items, such as skulls, crystals, weathered twigs, dried mushrooms and mossy branches, create the foundation of your scene. Each piece tells a story of the forest!
Use your terrarium as decor in your home or add to any centerpiece, instantly adding a touch of outdoors!

La Magia Wine Dinner at Pausa
2023-11-09 18:15 - 22:00 | Pausa Bar & Cookery, 23 East 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Pausa:
Join us as Chef Andrea and his culinary team prepare a four-course dinner to highlight the stunning line up of Tuscan wines from La Magia!
Thursday, November 9th
Welcome Reception: 6:15pm
Seated for Dinner: 6:45pm (communal tables)
$150 per person (plus tax & gratuity)
La Magia
No words can describe us better than a sip.
We are a family-owned winery in its third generation of artisan winemakers.
For us, wine is the story of a relationship, an intense and truthful one, that needs to be nurtured every day. A family relationship.
A respectful relationship between nature and man: we cultivate our children’s land.
Between nature and science: we listen, we observe, we measure, we experiment, we fail, we learn.
Our wine tells about us, in this place, in this time.

Sicilian Night at the Peninsula Italian American Social Club
2023-11-11 17:30 - 21:00 | Peninsula Italian American Social Club, 100 North B Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States

United Against Hate Film Series: Do the Right Thing (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2023-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | 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 screening of the film Do the Right Thing [R rated], by Spike Lee.
Synopsis: On the hottest day of the year on a street in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, everyone’s hate and bigotry smolders and builds until it explodes into violence. In celebration of United Against Hate Week, SMPL and the City of San Mateo have partnered to share this film with the San Mateo community.
Location: Oak Room
Snacks will be provided.

United Against Hate Film Series: Zoot Suit (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2023-11-15 18:00 - 20:00 | 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 screening of the film Zoot Suit [R rated], by Luis Valdex.
Synopsis: When barrio leader Henry Reyna and his friends are unjustly convicted on circumstantial evidence, activist lawyers Alice Bloomfield and George Shearer fight the blatant racially motivated miscarriage of justice to win them their freedom.
In celebration of United Against Hate Week, SMPL and the City of San Mateo have partnered to share this film with the San Mateo community.
Location: Oak Room
Snacks will be provided.

Beekeeping 101 Workshop (at Byrd's Filling Station)
2023-11-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Byrd’s Filling Station, 219 S San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, 94401, United States
From Byrd’s Fillng Station:
Join us for a fun workshop on Beekeeping with Peter Moskovits from Honey by the Bay!
At Honey by the Bay, we are passionate about our bees and the exquisite raw honey they produce. Our micro-apiary, nestled in the backyards of the scenic San Francisco Peninsula, primarily in Belmont and San Mateo, is dedicated to sustainable, treatment-free beekeeping. We take pride in our commitment to chemical-free practices, non-pollination, and ensuring our bees thrive without unnecessary stress.
If you are interested to learn more about beekeeping in the San Mateo County, click here for the Beekeepers’ Guild of San Mateo County website: https://sanmateobeeguild.org

Domingo and Friends in Concert (at the Main San Mateo Public Library)
2023-11-18 18:00 - 20:00 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the San Mateo Public Library:
Bay Area music legend Domingo Balinton, who learned his craft during the Fillmore’s “Harlem of the West” Era, performs R&B, Blues and Soul during this special evening event.

Transgender Day of Remembrance (at the San Mateo Public Library)
2023-11-20 16:30 - 18:30 | San Mateo Public Library (Main), 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
From the County of San Mateo LGBTQ Commission:
In honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), we invite the community to join us at San Mateo Public Library on Monday, November 20, from 4:30-6:30pm.
TDOR has traditionally been about honoring the trans people who have been murdered simply by being themselves (the highest number are Black Transgender women). We want to honor victims’ lives with dignity and end the stigma that trans and gender diverse people face. Ultimately, we want to live in a world where transgender people are protected and safe from transphobia and violence.
This year’s event includes an Altar, Reading of the Names, and a Call to Action. Creating change is difficult; especially when we mourn those who have lost their lives simply for being themselves. We want to honor those who have died and also create ways for our community to learn and take action to eliminate the murder of transgender people. Transgender Day of Remembrance is adjacent to United Against Hate Week 2023. Learn more on the County’s website about how you can take part in other activities throughout the week from November 12-19.
Register for the event in advance.

Small Business Saturday in Downtown San Mateo
2023-11-25 | Downtown San Mateo
Brought to you by the Downtown San Mateo Association and the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce:
“Shop Small” in San Mateo on Saturday, November 25th for a chance to win incredible prizes!
Step 1: Shop small in San Mateo– dine at your favorite restaurant, buy a holiday gift at a local merchant, get a massage, take a fitness class, or support any small businesses in San Mateo.
Step 2: Take a photo of your receipt and upload it to https://bit.ly/SM_SmallBiz23
Step 3: Downtown San Mateo Association and the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a raffle for participants! We will notify you by email if you win!
Prizes were generously donated by:
Porterhouse
Christensen & Rafferty Fine Jewelry
Fanloli Beauty
Elements Therapeutic Massage
Cuban Kitchen
and more!
