Bay Area events calendar for March 13-19 weekly editions
South Bay and Peninsula
March 13
Friday the 13th — Paranormal Investigation: Put on your thinking cap and go on a paranormal hunt within the darkened halls of the Winchester Mystery House. You will be guided by seasoned paranormal investigators to participate in this evidence-based investigation. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, give this a go and experience the otherworldly realm. 6:30 p.m., 525 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose. bit.ly/3OVhWxQ
“Dial M for Murder”: Watch this this new version of the classic mystery by playwright Jeffrey Hatcher. Tony, played by George Psarras, is convinced that his wife Margot (Gwynnevere Cristobal) is cheating on him. See what happens when jealousy, suspicion and deception take over. Tickets are $31 onwards. 7:30 p.m., City Lights Theater Company, 529 South Second St., San Jose. bit.ly/3Nbb27e
March 14
Guided Walk at Gray Whale Cove: Go on a two-hour hike along the scenic Gray Whale Cove Trail and enjoy the 2-mile hike overlooking San Mateo County’s coast. Enjoy the view and learn about the plants and birds during the hike. Meet on the north side of the Gray Whale Cove State Beach parking lot on Highway 1. Registration required. 10 a.m., Half Moon Bay State Beach, 95 Kelly Ave., Half Moon Bay. bit.ly/3OU4Dha
LG Creek Trail Cleanup with the Key Club: Clean up the trails with members of Los Gatos High School’s Key Club and do your part in keeping the environment clean. Meet at the Old Forbes Mill Parking Lot. Garbage bags and gloves provided. 10 a.m., Old Forbes Mill Parking Lot, behind 55 Church St., Los Gatos. bit.ly/40b6EIi
March 15
Bay Area Cake Bash: Have your cake and eat it too in this afternoon bash filled with, well, cake! If you love baking and all things cake, attend this event and bring a cake that fits the spring theme, served on cake boards for display. Containers will be provided to take home other cakes, but feel free to bring your own. 1 p.m., Ortega Park, 636 Harrow Way Picnic Area #2, Sunnyvale. bit.ly/4aMzGUT
St. Patrick’s Celebration: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Hiller Aviation Museum with face painting, paint-a-plane-green activities and a Leprechaun hunt for prizes. Kids wearing green will receive a commemorative toy. This annual event is included with museum admission. 10 a.m., Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Road, San Carlos. bit.ly/4bg7tpv
March 16
Deep Cuts Book Club: Join the book club and explore the work of L.M. Montgomery in the classic “Anne of Green Gables.” Discuss the psychological and emotional growth tied to the changes from girlhood into womanhood. 6 p.m., Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, 100 Menlo Park. bit.ly/4cUjOAT
Constant Fleeting: Watch this documentary film about Ondrea Barbe’s personal journey to reconcile with her estranged, ailing mother. The film explores the complexities of addiction, grief and healing. 2 p.m., 3Below, 288 S Second St., San Jose. bit.ly/4sG0E6L
March 17
Blood Donation Drive: Do your part to help save lives by donating blood. 1 p.m., Oshman Family Jewish Community Center, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. stanford.io/4ra9wAa
March 18
SJSU Wind Ensemble: Experience an evening of music featuring the San José State University honors wind ensemble. The talented students under the direction of Drs. David Vickerman and Grant Knox will perform music by Nelson, Bernstein, Boulanger, Runestad and Holst. Tickets start at $10. 7:30 p.m., Music Building, Concert Hall, One Washington Square, San José. bit.ly/3MYIrlm
March 19
Evidential Medium Cindy Kaza: Experience a unique evening with Cindy Kaza, a psychic medium and watch her connect with the audience. 8 p.m., Improv San Jose, 62 S Second St., San Jose. bit.ly/4r2Yrkf
East Bay
March 13
Gypsy Dreams — an Authentic Fleetwood Mac Tribute: Relive the magic of Fleetwood Mac with a tribute by cover band Gypsy Dreams as they recreate the band’s music with songs such as “Dreams,” “Go Your Own Way,” “You Make Loving Fun” and more. They will also perform some of the solo work of Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham. 6 p.m., Retro Junkie, 2112 N. Main St., Walnut Creek. bit.ly/4sio6qd
Kaiser Permanente’s College Notes 2026: If you loved the movie “Pitch Perfect,” then you’ll love this annual event featuring top a cappella groups from across the country bringing in perfect harmony and voices. The event will be hosted by Deke Sharon from the “Pitch Perfect” movies, a performer, arranger, music producer, author and coach widely credited with shaping the sound of modern a cappella. 7:30 p.m., Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. bit.ly/4ukxb3Q
Women of Alameda History: Learn about the lives of remarkable women who contributed to Alameda’s history. 1 p.m., Alameda Museum, 2324 Alameda Ave., Alameda. bit.ly/4aWSVtt
March 14
Resonant Offering — an Evening of Indian Classical Music: Join Will Marsh, Sudhakar Vaidyanathan and Souryadeep Bhattacharyya in an evening of wonderful Indian classical music. Tickets start at $32.95. 7 p.m., Piedmont Center for the Arts, 801 Magnolia Ave, Piedmont. bit.ly/4aKtaOl
14th Annual Crab Feed: Support the Livermore High School Alumni Association’s annual crab feed, which benefits the school’s athletic and other programs that help students thrive and helps pay for classroom supplies. Enjoy a feast of fresh crab, pasta, salad, bread and dessert to finish the night’s feast. Tickets start at $80. 5:30 p.m., Robert Livermore Community Center, 4444 East Ave, Livermore. bit.ly/4r5b52o
March 15
In The Tradition Jazz and Pop Piano Trio Presents St. Patrick’s Day: Join trio Bill Jackman on piano, Marshall Perry on bass and Albert Brooks on drums, playing Irish medley music in conjunction with St. Patrick’s Day. Tickets start at $26.95. 4:30 p.m., Piedmont Center for the Arts, 801 Magnolia Ave, Piedmont. bit.ly/3OLwX5l
March 16
Birdwatching Field Trip in Corica Park: Join this 1.5-mile walk on flat trails and explore the different species of birds that have made Corica Park their home. Spot local heron species, barn owls, wood ducks and more. 8:30 a.m., 1 Clubhouse Memorial Road, Alameda. bit.ly/4cXhh96
March 17
Tiny Tuesday — Springtime Babies: Get your toddlers ages 2 to 5 to play, explore and learn about the natural world. Learn how animals take care of their babies, enjoy a puppet show, games and story time. Tickets start at $10. 10 a.m., Lindsay Wildlife Experience, 1931 First Ave., Walnut Creek. bit.ly/4rPFJxY
March 18
“The Postman”: See this 1972 Iranian movie by filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui. 3:30 p.m., BAMPFA, 2155 Center St., Berkeley. bit.ly/4cYXZQF
March 19
Jazz with Suzanna Smith and Lee Bloom: Enjoy a spellbound evening with beautiful jazz music inspired by Peggy Lee, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Shirley Horn and Helen Merrill, performed by Suzanna Smith. 7:30 p.m., The Sound Room, 3022 Broadway, Oakland. bit.ly/4r2J9MF