Events around the Bay
Los Altos Rotary Celebrates Fine Art in the Park
The 51st Annual Fine Art in the Park is returning to Lincoln Park on August 8–9, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and the community is invited to this beautiful summer festivity. One of Los Altos’ most beloved traditions, Fine Art in the Park brings together more than 150 juried artists, live music, local food and beverages, family activities, and the opportunity to spend a relaxing summer day beneath the majestic redwoods.
Visitors can explore original paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, ceramics, glass, textiles, woodwork, and mixed media while meeting and chatting with the artists. Whether searching for the perfect piece for a home, garden, or office, attendees will find artwork in a wide range of styles and prices. Live entertainment will take place throughout the weekend on the Sutter Health Main Stage, while the Buttrick Projects Architecture + Design Community Stage will showcase local performers, demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. Guests can also enjoy food from local favorites including Chef Chu’s, Mr. Falafel, Tropical Hut, Fire & Slice Pizza, GimBelly, Olde Tyme Kettle Korn, Baskin-Robbins, and more. Wine, craft beer, cocktails, coffee, soft drinks, and water will be available throughout the weekend. More than an art festival, Fine Art in the Park is the Rotary Club of Los Altos’ largest annual fundraiser. One hundred percent of event proceeds support local and global charitable programs through the Los Altos Rotary Endowment Fund. Each year, the event generates more than $100,000 for scholarships, youth programs, community services, environmental initiatives, and humanitarian projects. Whether visitors come for the art, the music, the food, or simply a beautiful day in the park, Fine Art in the Park offers an experience that is uniquely Los Altos. Admission and shuttle parking are free. And the Los Altos Rotarians will be thrilled to welcome you! Cheers!
Jack London Park Blends Stories, Art, History, Nature
July 2026 marks the 150th birthday of my all time favorite writer, adventurer, and rancher Jack London, who was born in San Francisco on January 12, 1876.
The community events will celebrate this special occasion throughout the year. Keep an eye on the events listing for upcoming programs and fun ways to join them at the park!
- July 11: A Jack London Reading of “The Water Baby”
- July 11: Drawing Trees in Mixed Media
- July 12: Verano en el Parque
- July 19: Historic Trees of Beauty Ranch
- July 25: Plein Air Watercolor Landscapes
- July 29: Howl at the Moon Hike
July events at Jack London State Historic Park invite members of the Latino community as well as fans of storytelling, art making, and howling at the moon to enjoy the long, warm summer days among the scenic oaks, redwoods and trails.
Information
Details and registration for all events are available at https://jacklondonpark.com/events/.
A Jack London Reading: “The Water Baby”
Saturday, July 11, 2026
6 -7 pm
$15. The park entrance fee is waived for this event.
https://jacklondonpark.com/events/read-aloud-the-water-baby/
Storyteller Jeff Falconer will present a live reading of Jack London’s short story “The Water Baby” outdoors in the historic cottage garden.
Photos courtesy of Jack London Park
San Francisco Welcomes Jewish Film Festival 46!
(July 16 – August 2, 2026)
Lexi Leban, Executive Director, Ash Cook, Festival Director and Dominique Oneil, Director of Programming as well as the artists are inviting you to the 46th annual San Francisco Jewish Film Festival Institute and are very eager to gather, watch, laugh and think together in their theatres throughout the Bay Area.
July 16: Opening Night: “Tell Me Everything”
August 1: Closing Night: “We Met at Grossinger’s”
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San Francisco and East Bay
Two-part “Grateful Dead” Exhibitions in San Francisco
The first exhibition opened on July 3, 2026. Spanning both floors of the Height Art Center, the collection- driven exhibition brings together more than 400 works – paintings, original lithographs, pen and ink drawings, photographs, vinyl records, instruments and ephemera – chronicling the band’s journey from 1965 to 1995. It is among the most comprehensive presentations of Grateful Dead visual culture ever assembled. The second exhibition, Forever Grateful, Golden Gate Park, opens September 5. 2026 and runs through October 26, 2026 at Hall of Flowers, Golden Gate Park in San Francisco.
Together with a team of local artists, Third Rail Projects adds psychedelic and performance-driven experiences to the exhibition, during which visitors will encounter performers at various points throughout their journey including Jerry Garcia’s BMW.
made possible. Both exhibitions offer the visitors two distinct ways of experiencing the music, art and the community the Grateful Dead made possible.
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The exhibition venues are in San Francisco:
Height Street Arts Center and Hall of Flowers, Golden Gate Park
