Featured Events in Stanford in October, 2024(January Updated)

Take a trip to “Central Park in Autumn” with this fun painting Come join us at CRP Rocklin for a delightful event where we will be painting the beautiful scenery of Central Park in the fall. Let your creativity flow as you recreate the vibrant colors of autumn leaves and the serene atmosphere of the park. No experience is necessary. All painting supplies are provided. Wine is not included in the price of the ticket. Suitable for adults and kids (recommended ages 13+). A paying adult must accompany any attending kids and pay for a separate ticket. Please note: Food and beverages are available for purchase at the Venue. No food or beverages are by Painting & Vino. This in-person event is perfect for art enthusiasts of all levels. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature through art! Information Source: Painting & Vino | eventbrite

Event Description:Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (SVBC) provides Valet Bike Parking at each Stanford University Football game. Volunteer at our open-air, fenced-off corral - your role is to keep an eye out and ensure the bikes stay safe from theft and damage! Gamedays:Friday, August 30 - TCU (7:30pm) Saturday, September 7 - Cal Poly (4pm) Saturday, October 5 - Virginia Tech (Shift times TBD - 12:00-5:00 is just a placeholder) Saturday, October 19 - SMU (Shift times TBD - 12:00-5:00 is just a placeholder) Saturday, October 26 - Wake Forest, Homecoming (Shift times TBD - 12:00-5:00 is just a placeholder) Saturday, November 16 - Louisville (Shift times TBD - 12:00-5:00 is just a placeholder) What to Expect:When you arrive, please check in at this location on the map. Volunteering involves event set up and breakdown and keeping a watchful eye during the event. That's it! A meal will be provided for volunteers, and FREE entry to watch part of the game is part of the volunteering rewards (as long as there is another volunteer to guard the bikes). Please provide name, phone number, email, and emergency contact information for every volunteer you register - club coordinators, please do not sign up for multiple volunteer positions using a single name/email. QualificationsVolunteers should be able to verbally or non-verbally greet bicyclists.Some volunteers will need to be able to comfortably move tables and chairs (can be done in pairs).Volunteers aged 13 to 18, who are not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian are required to email in advance or bring a signed hard copy of the waiver form on the day of the event.Volunteers under the age of 13 must also be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to volunteer.Parents/Guardians, if your child is coming with you to volunteer, the expectation is that they can be independent and support the bike parking program without your need to supervise them the entire time. You will be working together but must be able to leave them unattended at times. If you are unsure if this is an age appropriate volunteer activity for your child, please do not hesitate to contact us. More InformationOnce registered, volunteers will be contacted using the contact information provided during your registration. A confirmation email goes out the Friday before the event day, and shift times are announced 1-2 weeks in advance of the event day. If you have any questions, please email our Community Programs Manager, Eleni Jacobson, at eleni@bikesiliconvalley.org. To arrive to Stadium gates 2 and 5, please ride your bike or take any VTA bus that arrives near Stanford. If you really must drive and park, please let us know by emailing eleni@bikesiliconvalley.org explaining the circumstances, and we will try to arrange an on-site parking permit for you. Information Source: Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition | eventbrite

Kick off the 2024-2025 school year with music! Bing Nursery School welcomes back clarinetist and Timbalooloo founder Oran Etkin on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 3pm at Dinkelspiel Auditorium. Oran seamlessly weaves musical traditions from around the world with jazz. Los Angeles Daily News says, “his method effortlessly conveys sophisticated concepts in a fun, musical language that kids can understand.” Price: $12/person Date: Saturday, October 5 at 3:00PM Location: Dinkelspiel Auditorium, Stanford Tickets are not needed for infants in arms (under 1 year) Information Source: Bing Nursery School | eventbrite

Join the Two Consecutive Sundays of Learning to Ride event in Faringdon at the Faringdon Cycle Park on Stanford Road. This two-day event will take place on October 6, 2024, offering a perfect opportunity for beginners to learn how to ride a bike. Whether you're looking to improve your cycling skills or just starting out, this event is ideal for all levels. Don't miss this chance to enhance your riding abilities in a supportive and friendly environment. Mark your calendar for this valuable learning experience!

ART for ALL Family Day is a day-long celebration for all families and ages. Learn more about art in the Stanford museums through free hands-on art activities, spotlight conversations in the galleries, and even live music! Both the Cantor Arts Center and the Anderson Collection will be open for exploration during this event. Please register for either the morning or afternoon session. See you there! Art for All Family Day is made possible through the generous support of the Hohbach Family Fund. Parking Closest visitor parking is available along Lomita Drive as well as the Roth Way Garage Structure, located at the corner of Campus Drive West and Roth Way at 345 Campus Drive, Stanford, CA 94305. Accessibility Information or Requests Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University is committed to ensuring our programs are accessible to everyone. To request access information and/or accommodations for this event, please complete this form at least one week prior to the event: museum.stanford.edu/access. For questions, please contact disability.access@stanford.edu Information Source: The Cantor Arts Center & Anderson Collection | eventbrite

Event Description:Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (SVBC) provides Valet Bike Parking at each Stanford University Football game. Volunteer at our open-air, fenced-off corral - your role is to keep an eye out and ensure the bikes stay safe from theft and damage! Gamedays:Friday, August 30 - TCU (7:30PM) Shift 1 = 6:30-9:00PM, Shift 2 =.9:00-11:30PM Saturday, September 7 - Cal Poly (4:00PM) Shift 1 = 3:00-5:30PM, and Shift 2 = 5:30-8:00PM Saturday, October 5 - Virginia Tech (12:00PM) Shift 1 = 11:30AM-2PM, and Shift 2 = 2:00-4:30PM Saturday, October 19 - SMU (Shift times TBD - 12:00-5:00 is just a placeholder) Saturday, October 26 - Wake Forest, Homecoming (Shift times TBD - 12:00-5:00 is just a placeholder) Saturday, November 16 - Louisville (Shift times TBD - 12:00-5:00 is just a placeholder) What to Expect:When you arrive, please check in at this location on the map. Volunteering involves event set up and breakdown and keeping a watchful eye during the event. That's it! A meal will be provided for volunteers, and FREE entry to watch part of the game is part of the volunteering rewards (as long as there is another volunteer to guard the bikes). Please provide name, phone number, email, and emergency contact information for every volunteer you register - club coordinators, please do not sign up for multiple volunteer positions using a single name/email. QualificationsVolunteers should be able to verbally or non-verbally greet bicyclists.Some volunteers will need to be able to comfortably move tables and chairs (can be done in pairs).Volunteers aged 13 to 18, who are not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian are required to email in advance or bring a signed hard copy of the waiver form on the day of the event.Volunteers under the age of 13 must also be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to volunteer.Parents/Guardians, if your child is coming with you to volunteer, the expectation is that they can be independent and support the bike parking program without your need to supervise them the entire time. You will be working together but must be able to leave them unattended at times. If you are unsure if this is an age appropriate volunteer activity for your child, please do not hesitate to contact us. More InformationOnce registered, volunteers will be contacted using the contact information provided during your registration. A confirmation email goes out the Friday before the event day, and shift times are announced 1-2 weeks in advance of the event day. If you have any questions, please email our Community Programs Manager, Eleni Jacobson, at eleni@bikesiliconvalley.org. To arrive to Stadium gates 2 and 5, please ride your bike or take VTA, SamTrans, or Caltrain to the Palo Alto Station. If you really must drive and park, please let us know by emailing eleni@bikesiliconvalley.org explaining the circumstances, and we will try to arrange an on-site parking permit for you. Information Source: Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (volunteering) | eventbrite