p.m. Celebrate the launch of “Patron Saints
of Nothing,” Ribay’s powerful coming-ofage
story about grief, guilt, and the risks a
Filipino-American teenager takes to uncover
the truth about his cousin’s murder. Tickets
TBA. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino
Real, Menlo Park. 650/324-4321.
This Is Now: Shannon Watts—Moms
Demand Action. June 13, 7:30 p.m. The
“NRA’s Worst Nightmare” is an army of
moms led by former stay-at-home mother of
five Shannon Watts from Indiana, who ignited
a grassroots advocacy movement against
gun violence, which now touches all 50
states. Meet the ardent activist as she is interviewed
by Angie Coiro. Menlo Atherton
High School Performing Arts Center, 555
Middlefield Road, Atherton. 650/324-4321.
Ash Carter. June 16, 5 p.m. Carter will
speak on his decades of experience working
inside the Pentagon, from harrowing
moments in history, to major legal and
political victories. He brings a wealth of
knowledge about security and defense that
is all too relevant in today’s world. Tickets
$22–$45. Freidenrich Conference Center,
Oshman Family Jewish Community Center,
3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. 415/392-4400.
Story Is the Thing. June 20, 7:30 p.m.
Join fellow bibliophiles for the quarterly
reading series, Story Is the Thing, where
emerging voices can be heard
alongside works from contemporary
local masters. This event
features Kate Folk, Julie Lythcott
Haims, Jaya Padmanabhan,
Ari Rosenschein, Michael Shewmaker
and Sarah Stone. Reading
starts at 7:30 pm. Light refreshments
and conversation at 7:00
pm. Tickets $12. Kepler’s Books,
1010 El Camino Real, Menlo
Park. 650/324-4321.
Peter S. Beagle with Meg Elison.
June 25, 7:30 p.m. Just in
time for summer reading lists, one
of fantasy’s most lauded authors,
Peter S. Beagle of “The Last Unicorn,”
visits for a celebration of his
lifetime of literary achievements.
Joining in conversation is local science
fiction treasure Meg Elison, author of
“The Book of the Unnamed Midwife,” which
won the Philip K. Dick award in 2016. Tickets
$12. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real,
Menlo Park. 650/324-4321.
The History of Blues in America with Guitarist
Joey Leone. June 27, 6:30 p.m. Music
historian and guitarist, Joey Leone, covers
the history of American blues music through
songs and stories. Leone has toured as a sideman
guitar player for Etta James, Sam &
Dave, and many more. This is an all-ages
event for the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge.
Mountain View Center for the Performing
Arts Parkstage (adjacent to Pioneer
30 South Bay Accent
Park), Mountain View. 650/903-6000.
Tracey Snelling Artist Talk and Performance.
June 23, 1–2 p.m. Berlin-based artist
Tracey Snelling’s installation at the ICA is
an amalgam of sculptures, video projections,
lights, and odd accessories that come together
to create an immersive experience. Snelling
discusses her inspirations, influences, and process.
A performance within her installation
will take place after the artist talk. San Jose
Institute of Contemporary Art, 560 S. First
St., San Jose. 408/283-8155.
A Conversation with Shaili Jain, M.D.
June 26, 7 p.m. Drawing from her book,
“The Unspeakable Mind: Stories of Trauma
and Healing from the Front Lines of
PTSD,” and her decades of experience as
a professional, Shaili Jain, M.D., will shed
light on this misunderstood disorder and
how it interplays with our daily life. Tickets
$18–$30. Oshman Family Jewish Community
Center, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto.
415/392-4400.
JULY
TechCrunch: Mobility. July 10, 9 a.m.
Get the latest on cutting edge mobility
with this day of programming with the
best founders, investors and technologists.
TechCrunch’s editors will challenge
assumptions and break through the hype
to help attendees understand the current
state of the mobility revolution and define
who will be in the driver’s seat when the
future is realized. This event features speakers
from JUMP Bikes, Scoot, Waymo and
many more. Tickets $45–$195. The California
Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose.
408/286-2600.
Janet Napolitano. July 11, 7 p.m. Spend
an evening learning about the state of our
national security from one of the
foremost experts in the field. Former
Secretary of Homeland Security
Janet Napolitano will be
speaking about her experiences
with domestic security, our current
state of affairs, and what
she sees as the road map for the
future. Tickets $10–$30. Schultz
Cultural Arts Hall, Oshman
Family Jewish Community Center,
3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto.
415/392-4400.
An Evening with Author Margaret
O’Mara. July 17, 7 p.m.
Hear a groundbreaking talk from
University of Washington Professor
Margaret O’Mara as she
sheds light on the narrative of
our local history in a way that
has never been explored. Learn the true,
behind-the-scenes history of the people who
built Silicon Valley and shaped Big Tech in
America. Tickets $18–$30. Freidenrich Conference
Center, Oshman Family Jewish Community
Center, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto.
415/392-4400.
Talking Art Portfolio Review. Aug. 11,
10–3 p.m. In this annual artist professional
development program, leading curators, art
dealers and educators provide expert advice
and insights in a portfolio critique. Each artist
participant will have the opportunity to
meet with two reviewers for 20 minutes each.
San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art, 560
S. First St, San Jose. 408/283-8155.
CALENDAR
Amy Poehler, Clusterfest, June 21, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, San Francisco
Richa Sharma, June 22, City
National Civic, San Jose
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