Anderson residents have a vibrant lineup of events to look forward to in the coming weeks, ranging from Juneteenth celebrations and musical performances to educational workshops and family-friendly activities. The city and surrounding areas are buzzing with opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate.
One of the highlights is the Juneteenth — the Art of Innovation and the Conserved Legacy event at the San Jose Museum of Art, which will feature a Mentorship Lounge, ArtTech Playground, African drumming, and interactive spoken word. For those looking to honor the legacy of Black Americans, the Brentwood’s Juneteenth Celebration at Brentwood City Park will include performances from Grammy-nominated gospel powerhouse Kim Burrell, Stepz Dance Fitness, Split Second Response, and Steven Green, along with food trucks, community booths, and educational resources.
Music lovers can enjoy the free Make Music San José event on June 21, with performances from sunrise to sunset at the San Jose Museum of Art. The Levitt San Jose Concert Series at St.
James Park will feature local and national artists including DJ Mumbai Rani, Milo Green, Christian Francisco, Roge, Kaefan, and Los Rakas. Additionally, the Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival offers a day of craft tasting, live music, and food, with over 50 craft beverage options.
For theater enthusiasts, the South Bay and Peninsula Staged Reading of “Sisters Matsumoto” by Philip Kan Gotanda explores themes of sisterhood and rebuilding lives in Stockton, with tickets starting at $15. The musical “We Will Rock You — the Queen Musical” at San Jose Stage features hits like “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “We Are the Champions.”
Educational and family-oriented events include the Adults and Teens Learn to Ride Class at VTA Berryessa Transit Center, designed for those aged 14 and older who want to learn cycling. The H2O Steam summer camp for kids ages 7 to 12 combines water-inspired STEAM activities with beginner swim experiences.
Storytime at Los Gatos Library offers singing, reading, and dancing for families with babies and toddlers.
Art and cultural events include the California Fine Arts Exhibition at Hillside Club, featuring works from painters who first displayed there in the 1910s, along with lecture series. The “1,000 Ways to Hold” exhibition at Stanford’s Anderson Collection reflects on what people have held and what has held them.
Film screenings include “Gugu’s World,” a Brazilian film about a boy dealing with his grandmother’s Alzheimer’s, with director Allan Deberton attending in person.
Other unique offerings include the Improv(e) Your Dating Life workshop at All Out Comedy Theater, the Inclusive Paint Night at Created By You Art Studio, and the Keeping Elders Safe session at Castro Valley Library, which addresses elder abuse. The Summer Solstice with Shira Kammen at Live Oak Park includes singing, dancing, and traditional English folk dances.
Residents are encouraged to submit their own entertainment events online at least two weeks in advance for publication consideration. Tickets for many events sell quickly, so early registration is recommended.