Bay Area Boomers

San Bruno 4th of July Fireworks 2026
2026-07-04 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Bruno City Park, 1151 Crystal Springs Rd, San Bruno, CA, 94066, United States
San Bruno’s annual Fourth of July celebration featuring an evening of live entertainment, community activities, and a fireworks show illuminating the sky over San Francisco Bay. Join thousands of San Bruno residents at the city’s signature summer gathering.

Woodside 4th of July Parade 2026
2026-07-04 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woodside Village, Woodside Rd, Woodside, CA, 94062, United States
The quintessential small-town Independence Day celebration through the redwood-shaded streets of Woodside Village — a beloved annual tradition featuring a community parade with horses and equestrian riders, decorated floats, marching bands, antique and classic vehicles, and hometown spirit. One of the Bay Area’s most charming and low-key Fourth of July traditions.

Foster City 4th of July Celebration 2026
2026-07-04 09:00 - 21:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Leo J. Ryan Park, 650 Shell Blvd, Foster City, CA, 94404, United States
Foster City’s beloved all-day Independence Day celebration at Leo Ryan Park drawing 20,000+ attendees. Full program: Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast (9am); Family & Dog Parade from The Vibe to Amphitheater (11am); Kids Play Zone (11:30am); afternoon live music by local band (4:15–5:45pm); Country Music Headliner Concert (7:15–9:15pm); and fireworks show expected to return for 2026 over Foster City Lagoon at 9:30pm (suspended in 2025 due to Community Center construction). Note: All personal fireworks strictly banned in Foster City. Presented by Foster City Parks & Recreation, Lions of Foster City, and the Foster City Rotary Club.

Portola Valley Fourth of July Run 2026
2026-07-04 07:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Portola Valley Town Center, 765 Portola Rd, Portola Valley, CA, 94028, United States
Portola Valley’s annual Independence Day community fun run — a family-friendly 5K and 10K race through the beautiful rolling hills and open space trails of one of the Bay Area’s most scenic residential communities. Features a festive finish-line celebration, community gathering, and a wonderful way to start Independence Day surrounded by natural beauty.

Hillsborough Concours d'Elegance 2026
2026-06-28 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Crystal Springs Golf Course, 6650 Golf Course Dr, Burlingame, CA, 94010, United States
The 70th Annual Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance — the world’s longest continuously running Concours d’Elegance (since 1956) — showcases 200+ of the world’s most treasured collector cars on the pristine fairways of Crystal Springs Golf Course. 24 judged classes span prewar American classics, postwar European sports cars, Japanese imports, American muscle, vintage motorcycles, and this year’s featured marque. The full weekend: Friday evening ‘Start Your Engines’ kickoff party in Burlingame; Saturday Tour d’Elegance road rally (70-mile scenic drive under police escort with catered estate lunch); Sunday main Concours with awards presentation. Net proceeds benefit AbilityPath, The Guardsmen, and the Hillsborough Schools Foundation.
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VENUE
Crystal Springs Golf Course
6650 Golf Course Dr
Burlingame
CA
94010
US
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ORGANIZER
Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance Foundation
info@hillsboroughconcours.org
https://www.hillsboroughconcours.org

Colma Annual Barbecue & Community Day 2026
2026-06-20 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Colma Community Center, 1515 El Camino Real, Colma, CA, 94014, United States
Colma’s annual community barbecue and gathering — a laid-back, friendly celebration bringing together Colma’s unique community of residents and workers. Features grilled food, community contests, live music, lawn games, and the special camaraderie of this small, quirky city where the dead outnumber the living 1,000 to 1. Free and open to all.

Health and Preventing Suicide
2026-06-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Online Webinar, CA, United States
Promoting Emotional Health and Preventing Suicide – FREE TO ATTEND
This training is hosted by IOA’s Friendship Line. Suicide is a serious public health problem that can have long-lasting effects on individuals, families, and communities. Everyone can help prevent suicide. This course will provide information and helpful strategies for people who support those dealing with suicidal thoughts.
Learning Objectives:
Increase one’s knowledge, and understanding of suicide
Recognize warning signs
Identify risk and protective factors
Increase willingness and ability to intervene with a person at risk for suicide.
Registration Link: REGISTER HERE (FREE)

San Carlos Hometown Days 2026
2026-05-15 16:00 - 2026-05-17 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Burton Park, 900 Chestnut St, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
San Carlos’s most beloved annual celebration — a three-day party at Burton Park drawing 12,000+ residents. Program: Friday 4–9pm (opening ceremonies); Saturday 10am–9pm (Grand Parade in morning with bike parade, floats, and bands; two outdoor music stages; Community Performance Stage in Youth Center gym; Cornhole Tournament; beer garden; Kids Zone with carnival games, axe throwing, dunk tank, slime & bubbles, dunk tank); Sunday 10am–5pm (family day activities). Pet Parade, Fun Run, food vendors, non-profit booths, and Rotary events throughout. Free admission; game tickets $1 each.

Maker Faire Bay Area 2026
2026-05-15 10:00 - 2026-05-17 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Dr, San Mateo, 94403, United States
The World’s Largest Do-It-Yourself Festival returns to San Mateo — bringing together inventors, engineers, artists, craftspeople, educators, and enthusiasts from around the globe. Highlights: robots and drones, 3D printing demos, art installations, electronics, science experiments, interactive maker stations, live performances, Kids Make Zone, and hundreds of exhibits spanning every category of making. A celebration of creativity and ingenuity for all ages.

Elder Abuse Prevention Mandated Reporter Training
2026-05-14 15:00 - 16:30 UTC | Online Webinar, CA, United States
ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION – MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING
This training is for all mandated reporters who work in the City and County of San Francisco, and whose agencies receive funding from the City and County of San Francisco. Anyone interested is welcome to attend.
Mandated Reporters are, by law, any person who has assumed full or intermittent responsibility for the care or custody of an elder or dependent adult, whether or not that person receives compensation, including administrators, supervisors, and any licensed staff of a public or private facility that provides care or services for elder or dependent adults, or any elder or dependent adult care custodian, health practitioner, clergy member, or employee of a county adult protective services agency or a local law enforcement agency. If you have not attended an elder and dependent adult abuse training in the past fiscal year, please see your supervisor about your need to participate.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Describe 3 common scenarios in which elders and dependent adults are susceptible to abuse
Identify 4 “red flags” that indicate possible elder or dependent adult abuse- Define the term “mandated reporter,” as legally defined by California State Law
Practice knowledge application of 4 legal obligations of mandated reporters, as required by the State of California
Analyze the role of Adult Protective Services (APS) in protecting elders and dependent adults from abuse
Registration Link: REGISTRATION LINK (FREE)

Understanding Grief and Loss
2026-05-12 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Online Webinar, CA, United States
Grief is the reaction to loss, and any kind of loss can trigger grief. People grieve for the loss of someone they love but also for the loss of independence, usefulness, cognitive functioning, and physical abilities. Grief is also a lifelong process: a journey rather than something that is cured. This course will teach people to recognize grief and how to respond appropriately to the grieving person. A final section on compassion fatigue, burnout, and secondary stress includes strategies for professional self-care.
Learning Objectives:
Define grief
Identify three physical changes that affect people as they age to normalize the process, and help people understand important aspects of working with a grieving person
Identify three myths about grief
List ways to manage compassion fatigue
Registration Link: REGISTER HERE (FREE)

Redwood City World's Faire Car Show 2026
2026-05-02 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown Redwood City, Broadway St, Redwood City, CA, 94063, United States
Redwood City’s popular annual classic and custom car show in the downtown entertainment district. Hundreds of meticulously restored and custom vehicles ranging from pre-war classics and hot rods to muscle cars and European imports fill the streets of downtown, drawing car enthusiasts and families alike. Live music, food, and a festive street-fair atmosphere.

Portola Valley Trail & Bike Festival 2026
2026-04-19 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Portola Valley Town Center, 765 Portola Rd, Portola Valley, CA, 94028, United States
Portola Valley’s annual celebration of the outdoors — featuring guided trail runs, mountain bike rides, walk-in hikes through the town’s magnificent 7,000+ acres of open space and trails, nature education booths, free community BBQ, and activities for all ages. Celebrates Portola Valley’s extraordinary commitment to preserving open space and promoting an active, outdoor lifestyle.

Filoli Spring Season & Special Events 2026
2026-03-07 10:00 - 2026-05-31 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Filoli Estate, 86 Cañada Rd, Woodside, CA, 94062, United States
Filoli — a National Trust for Historic Preservation site — opens its spectacular 654-acre estate and formal English gardens for spring public days. The 16-acre formal garden reaches peak bloom March–May with thousands of tulips, daffodils, wisteria, cherry blossoms, and roses. Regular open days include guided tours, self-guided garden walks, and café. Special ticketed events throughout the season include: Volunteer Weekend, Photography Days, Spring Marketplace, and Family Garden Programs. Filoli also features farm gardens, a cutting garden, woodland garden, and stunning estate house (built 1917).

24th Annual Senior Injury Prevention Educational Forum
2026-03-05 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | California State University, East Bay, 25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard, Hayward, CA, 94542, United States
Join us in person for the 24th Annual Senior Injury Prevention Forum – Thriving in Motion: Healthy Living for Older Adults

Join Us at the 24th Annual Senior Injury Prevention Educational Forum!
Get ready to dive into Thriving in Motion: Healthy Living for Older Adults, an exciting in-person event focused on keeping seniors safe and active. Connect with experts, learn practical tips, and discover ways to prevent injuries while staying vibrant and independent. It’s all about empowering seniors to move confidently and enjoy life to the fullest. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of an amazing community dedicated to injury prevention and wellness!
Forum Goals

To expand the network of older adult advocates and senior healthcare/service providers working together to reduce older adult injuries.
To provide attendees with valuable information and health updates to share with older adults to assist them in having healthy, engaged, and fulfilling lives.
To develop the leadership capacity for advocacy of older adults, their health, and their well-being.

The SIPP Forum is a project of the Alameda County Senior Injury Prevention Partnership coordinated by the Alameda County Emergency Medical Services Agency’s Injury Prevention Program.
Sponsor

Since 2019, Falck has provided broad support for communities, supporting health initiatives and events such as Safe Kids Day, Stop the Bleed, Community CPR training, and working collaboratively with EMS and Behavioral Health to improve access to crisis services through the Community Assessment and Transport Team.
Alameda County EMS Injury Prevention Program is greatful for Falck’s continued support.

South San Francisco Lunar New Year Night Market 2026
2026-02-20 15:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Maple Avenue, Maple Ave (Miller Ave to Grand Ave), South San Francisco, 94080, United States
South San Francisco’s festive Lunar New Year Night Market transforms Maple Avenue into a lively evening street celebration marking the start of the Year of the Horse. Features food vendors (Asian cuisine, BBQ, desserts), cultural performances, lion and dragon dances, lantern displays, artisan goods, carnival games, and community gathering. A growing tradition in a city with vibrant Asian-American communities — just 15 minutes from San Francisco.

Millbrae Lunar New Year Festival 2026
2026-02-14 11:00 - 2026-02-15 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown Millbrae, Broadway Ave, Millbrae, CA, 94030, United States
Millbrae’s annual Lunar New Year celebration — one of the Bay Area’s most beloved community festivals marking the start of the new lunar calendar. Features traditional lion and dragon dances, cultural performances, live entertainment, authentic Asian food vendors, artisan booths, community activities, and festive red envelope ceremonies. Free and family-friendly.

Daly City Lunar New Year Parade & Festival 2026
2026-02-14 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Serramonte Center Area / Downtown, 3 Serramonte Ctr, Daly City, CA, 94015, United States
Daly City’s annual Lunar New Year celebration — a vibrant community festival honoring the large Asian-American population in the Pinoy Capital. Features colorful lion and dragon dances, traditional cultural performances, live Asian and Filipino music, authentic food from local vendors, artisan booths, and family activities marking the start of the Lunar New Year. Free and welcoming to all.

San Bruno Vietnamese New Year Tet Festival 2026
2026-02-07 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
San Bruno’s annual Tet Festival celebrating the Vietnamese Lunar New Year — one of the Bay Area’s fastest-growing Vietnamese community celebrations. Features traditional Áo dài fashion shows, lion and dragon dances, Vietnamese food vendors (banh mi, pho, spring rolls, che), cultural performances, traditional games, art exhibitions, and family activities. Free and welcoming to all.
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VENUE
San Bruno Community Center
251 City Park Way
San Bruno
CA
94066
US
(650) 616-7180
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ORGANIZER
City of San Bruno Parks & Recreation / San Bruno Vietnamese Community
(650) 616-7180
https://www.sanbruno.ca.gov

Glen Park Rec Center Tuesday Movie Night
2026-01-13 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Glen Canyon Park Recreation Center – Bosworth & O’Shaughnessy 70 Elk Street San Francisco CA 94131
Come out to Glen Canyon Recreation Center on Tuesday, January 13 for Movie Night starting at 6 PM https://sfrecpark.org/calendar.aspx?EID=8834

Beginning Birding For Adults and Teenagers
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Heron’s Head Park Nature Exploration Area – 32 Jennings Way San Francisco CA 94124
Come out to Heron’s Head Park on Saturday, January 10 from 10 AM to Noon for Beginning Birding for Adults and Teenagers https://sfrecpark.org/calendar.aspx?EID=8997

This is a Test Event
2025-12-28 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Vabrato, 251 Winding Way, San Carlos, CA, 94070, United States
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