Valerie Mattei | April 30, 2024
When: Thursday, May 2 * 4:30 - 7:30pm
Location:The Alexandria
835 Industrial Road San Carlos, CA 94070
Join us for the ultimate celebration at the ¡Viva Mexico! Cinco de Mayo Party 2024! Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant Mexican culture at our in-person. Delicious authentic Mexican food, a mezcal tasting, discounted margaritas, bilingual karaoke, live music, and exciting activities for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on this fiesta of a lifetime!
***FREE PARKING + FREE ADMISSION + FAMILY FRIENDLY***
For more information visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/viva-mexico-cinco-de-mayo-party-2024-tickets-891309168717?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Presented by StarVista, PAL, and Stride for Awareness
When: Saturday May 18th * 9am-1pm
Location: Ryder Park San Mateo
To sign up, visit:
https://star-vista.org/mhmatters/
When: Wednesday, May 15 · 5 - 8pm PDT
Location: 1044 Middlefield Road Redwood City, CA 94063
Join us for the Redwood City Wine Walk, where you can sip, stroll, and support education! Starting at the Library, walk through downtown Redwood City and enjoy libations at many establishments. With your ticket, you will gain access to exclusive specials and discounts at each of the 16 participating locations.This event is hosted by The Rotary Club of Redwood City and The Redwood City Education Foundation.
To find out more go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/redwood-city-wine-walk-tickets-866795447517?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
When: Sunday, May 12
Location: The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
335 Powell Street San Francisco, CA 94102
Celebrate Mother's Day in San Francisco with an elegant tea service and a beautiful floral bouquet high above the city in our stunning 32nd floor event space at The Westin St. Francis on Union Square. Enjoy an elegant tea service accompanied by live music, then create your own bouquet with guidance from the lovely team at Diosa Blooms. Tea includes a glass of sparkling wine for an exceptional Mother's Day celebration.
When: Select from two seating options: 11:00-1:30 or 2:30-5:00
Location: La Nebbia Winery
12341 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Enjoy exclusive seating at your own family table on our Rendezvous Point for 2.5 hours, elegantly appointed with linens, centerpieces and fine china. Beautiful Brunch Buffet featuring the menu below:
* One (1) Mimosa per guest featuring our Sparkling Wine, orange juice and fresh strawberries.
* Assorted mini Petit Fours for dessert.
All this is included for $75 per person. Add a Mimosa Kit for $35 or order any wines off our menu from your server Plus, every mom receives a complimentary rose!
Enjoy live music in the Garden from 1:00 - 4:00 with Red Hot & Saltines.
RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7nGdQYHAF9CBN4qgaFCfrZ4qVMej2I3Y6f5jnvBpYvNWe1A/viewform
When: May 24th - May 26th * 3pm-10pm
Location: Cow Palace Arena & Event Center
2600 Geneva Avenue
Daly City, CA 94014
Inspired by the famous open-air night markets of Asia, FoodieLand is a family-friendly outdoor festival hosting 15+ events each year with over 750,000+ visitors. Experience foods and flavors from a diverse selection of cuisines, shop unique treasured goods from small businesses, challenge your friends to games, and watch live, on-stage performances! Each event boasts a revolving collective of vendors so you won't experience the same festival twice.
For more, visit: https://www.cowpalace.com/events/2024/foodieland
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