South Bay Events

Jeffrey Hatcher presents "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" based on the story by Robert Louis Stevenson. Previews May 10–15.

Explore through interactive exhibits how technologies used to capture images, communicate across distance and record sound have evolved over time.

W. Somerset Maugham's comedy about modern English life is performed by Santa Clara Players. Opens Fri, May 16. Thu-Sat, 8pm (2:30pm only Sat, May... More

Displaying a range of artifacts and displays related to the history of computers, dating back to 1939.

An exhibit of photographs.

The museum hosts a variety of ongoing, hands-on exhibits for kids. Exhibits include "Bubbalogna," "Current Connections," "Secrets of Circles" and "WaterWays."

One of the earliest designs for an automatic computing engine. Live demonstrations take place Wed-Fri at 2pm and Sat-Sun at 1 and 2pm.

Documentation of the 50 years since the devastation of the Capelinhos Volcano, which caused a wave of immigration of Azoreans to California.

A re-creation of a Victorian parlor in the museum's "home life" area, showing the utilitarian side of art. Firefighters of the Past: Building ... More

An exhibit featuring works by 100 young artists from Arts Council Silicon Valley's ArtsConnect program.

Displays of original Beethoven manuscripts, first editions, a lock of the composer's hair, art and demonstrations of historical keyboards. Fifth floor,... More

Showcasing works by at-risk youth aged 13-18 who participated in this arts education program.

From the "Riverbank" to the "Underground," explore this 2,500 square-feet exhibit based on "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."

Restored English Tudor house features displays about Campbell's past. The grounds are planted in English-garden style.

Teams work together to build electronic devices that ring, beep and play songs. For ages 9 and up. Reservations required.

Orchid Exhibition & Sales. FREE Orchid Growing Skill Sessions. FREE Wine tasting-for adults w/ I.D. FREE Parking. FREE Admission.

Prelude and Intermezzo String Ensemble—May 31 Philharmonic Orchestra—Jun 1 Avant Flute Choir and Concert Orchestra—Jun 8 Call for locations.

Dance the night away at Hunters, with hot go-go boy dancers and $3 shot specials.

With openers Laura House and DC Ervin.

Swimmers of all ages and abilities are invited to join this swim-a-thon to benefit Bay Area Breast Cancer Network.