The 4th of July is a day where the United States’ citizens celebrate their independence in the best way we know how: parades, food, and, of course, fireworks! In San Mateo, this means the San Mateo Highlands Parade and Fireworks show. The city’s annual celebration started way back in 1960, and it's been going strong […]
International Yoga Day is a free event for those who embrace and enjoy the practice of yoga, and this year's festivities take place at the San Francisco County Fair Building on June 18. More than 175 countries come together to celebrate the occasion all over the world. Starting at 9 a.m., locals are invited to […]
Do you love learning about your family ancestry? Then you’ll want to mark your calendar for June 18 for Ancestry Day by the Bay. Representatives from several libraries and genealogical societies will be present at the event, including the African American Genealogical Society, California Genealogical Society, San Francisco Bay Area Jewish Genealogical Society and the […]
Cycling is a phenomenal way to stay in shape, giving the body a tough cardio workout without putting much stress on the legs. Cycling up and down California’s hills add to the already effective workout, but sometimes it's difficult to get into a strict cycling routine. Revelry Indoor Cycling & Fitness offers the optimal solution. […]
Books are a special kind of entertainment that transport readers to another world. If you want to celebrate reading with fellow book lovers in the Bay Area, you won't want to miss Berkeley’s Bay Area Book Festival. The event was made possible with help from the San Francisco Chronicle, and it features all kinds of […]
If you've always wanted to learn to cook but just don't know where to start, Williams-Sonoma might be a good place. While this popular home goods store is most well-known for its high-quality kitchen supplies, the namesake Sonoma location also hosts frequent cooking classes for both children and adults. Whether you're looking to learn the […]
Happy Memorial Day, Hillsdale Square! If you're still unsure about what to do for this year's celebration, head over to the 7th Annual Hillsborough Memorial Day Parade Carnival & Music Festival. This annual event is always a great time for people of all ages, and this year promises to be even larger than years past. […]
When you move into a new apartment, it can be incredibly convenient to furnish the whole place at a single store, rather than traipsing from shop to shop. If that sounds good to you, consider heading over to Macy's Furniture Gallery, where you'll find everything from couches and end tables to bedroom sets and bath […]
The Peninsula Ballet Theater is a favorite among San Mateo locals who love to dance, and is best known for its quality youth education programs. Whether you're looking to learn yourself or you'd like to sign your kids up for something to do this summer, there are all kinds of dance classes at this professional […]
One of the appeals of heading to a Big 5 Sporting Goods is that you know what to expect: this national chain has a reputation for offering a wide variety of quality athletic and sporting equipment at fair prices, and its San Mateo store is no exception. Anglers can pick up a new rod and […]