Free Tax Preparation. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from Jan. 14 to April 5. 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Samaritan House, 4031 Pacific Blvd., San Mateo. To make an appointment or for more information call 523-0804.

Lecture: Advancements in Hearing Aid Technology. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. San Mateo Senior Center, 2645 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo. Free. For more information or to register call 522-7490.

The Hearing Association of the Peninsula Chapter Meeting. 1 p.m. Veterans Memorial Senior Center, 1455 Madison Ave., Redwood City. The program for this meeting will be the Latest Advances in the Treatment of Hearing Loss given by Dr. Stuart Ort, M.D. from the California Ear Institute in Palo Alto. Refreshments will be served. Free. For more information call 345-4551.

Dance Connection with Live Music by the Ron Borelli Trio. Free dance lessons, 6:30-7 p.m. Open dance, 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Burlingame Woman's Club, 241 Park Road, Burlingame. Fun-filled Mardi Gras dance night. $8 members, $10 guests. Light refreshments, mixers and raffles. Male dance hosts receive free entry. For more information call 342-2221.

Free Screening of Climate Change Documentary at Stanford: Chasing Ice. 7 p.m. CEMEX Auditorium, Stanford University, 641 Knight Way, Stanford. The documentary will be followed by a discussion with the film's producer and director, Jeff Orlowski, along with three climate change experts who are fellows with the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment. Parking is available under the facility in Parking Lot PS-7 off of Campus Drive. Free. For more information go to http://events.stanford.edu/events/363/36369.

TUESDAY, MARCH 5

Lawyers in the Library. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Sign up for a 20 minute appointment with a member of the San Mateo County Library Association. Lawyers' speciality will be wills and trusts. For more information email figard@smcl.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

Skype: Online Video Conferencing. 10:30 a.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Learn how to open a free account, set up your equipment and software, make simple conference calls over the Internet, create and maintain a contact list and use other provided features. Free. For more information contact conrad@smcl.org.

Computer Coach. 10:30 a.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Computer class for adults on Wednesday mornings. Open to all. Free. For more information visit http://www.smcl.org/content/belmont.

Basic Disaster Class. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Skyline College, 3300 College Drive, San Bruno. Free. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing. For more information call 616-7096.

What's Going on with My Child's Brain? 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. 177 Bovet Road, Suite 150, San Mateo. Information session on what's behind child behavior. For more information email Dr. Katherine McDermont at drmcd@theneurolink.com.

First Wednesday Book Group. 7 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Join us for a discussion of the short story collection "The Love of a Good Woman" by Alice Munro. For more information call 591-8286.

Careers in Aviation Panel. 7 p.m. San Carlos Flight Center, 655 Skyway Road, #215, San Carlos. Free. An interactive discussion with women aviation professionals, including an air traffic controller, airport manager, mechanic, corporate pilot, flight instructor and more. For more information go to www.sancarlosflightcenter.com.

Astronomy from the Stratosphere: NASA's SOFIA Mission. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Smithwick Theatre, Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos Hills. Dr. Dana Backman will introduce the international scientific facility Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA). Free admission. For more information call 949-7888.

The Mountaintop Preview. 8 p.m. Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Previews: Wednesday March 6 to Friday March 8. Press Opening: Saturday March 9. Closes: Sunday April 7. Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays: 8 p.m. Saturdays: 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sundays: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. $23 (student)-$73; savings available for students, educators, and seniors. For information or to order tickets call (650) 463-1960 or go to theatreworks.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 7

Linking HR Functions to Organizational Goals. 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Sequoia, 1850 Gateway Drive, Suite 600, San Mateo. $35 general admission, free for NCHRA members. Northern California Human resources Association helps you discover the secret to thinking, talking and acting like a business leader who truly understands your organization. For more information go to www.nchra.org.

Peninsula Youth Theater Presents Fiddler on the Roof. 9:30 a.m. 500 Castro St., Mountain View. $20 adults, $16 seniors and children 12 and under, $10 weekday shows and $7 per ticket for groups of 10 or more. For more information and to order tickets call 903-6000.

Just Between Friends Baby, Kids and Maternity Consignment Sale. Noon to 9 p.m. San Mateo Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo. Shop for bargains on over 35,000 items including gently used kids clothing, toys, furniture and more. $3. For more information call (415) 710-3973.

"Wonderful Town." 7:30 p.m. Crystal Springs Upland School, 400 Uplands Road, Hillsborough. Tells the adventures and misadventures of two sisters who move from their comfortable hometown in Ohio to New York City to fulfill their dreams. For tickets visit https://www.csus.org or call 342-4668.

Pear Theatre Presents: The Apple Never Falls. 8 p.m. Pear Avenue Theatre, 1220 Pear Ave., Mountain View. Tickets are $10-$30. The world premiere of this play written by Paul Bracerman will run from Feb. 22 until March 10, with performances every Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 8 p.m. and every Sunday at 2 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets call 254-1148.

FRIDAY, MARCH 8

Free Tax Preparation. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from Jan. 14 to April 5. 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Samaritan House, 4031 Pacific Blvd., San Mateo. To make an appointment or for more information call 523-0804.

Just Between Friends Baby, Kids & Maternity Consignment Sale. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. San Mateo Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo. Shop for bargains on over 35,000 items including gently used kids clothing, toys, furniture and more. Free admission, paid parking. For more information visit www.sanmateo.jbfsale.com or call (415) 710-3973.

Needlepoint Experts at Luv2Stitch. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Luv2stich, 747 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, in the Fiesta Garden Shopping Center. Inspired stitching instruction from Susan Portra. For more information call 344-5200.

Peninsula Youth Theater Presents Fiddler on the Roof. 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. 500 Castro St., Mountain View. $20 adults, $16 seniors and children 12 and under, $10 weekday shows and $7 per ticket for groups of 10 or more. For more information and to order tickets call 903-6000.

Step Into Spring. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Municipal Services Building, 33 Arroyo Drive, South San Francisco. Soroptimist International of North San Mateo County will hold a fundraiser that will include a silent auction, music, exhibitors, food, drinks, games and more. Tickets can be purchased through club members or at the door. $25 per adult. For more information go to www.soroptimistnorthsanmateocounty.org.

San Carlos Children's Theater Presents "The U-u-ugly Duckling." 7 p.m. Mustang Hall, Central Middle School, 828 Chestnut Street, San Carlos. $12 in advance at www.sancarloschildrenstheater.com or $15 at the door. For more information call 594-2730.

Movie Night. 7 p.m. San Carlos Flight Center, 655 Skyway Road, #215, San Carlos. Free. A social gathering to enjoy food, refreshments and an aviation-related movie. For more information go to www.sancarlosflightcenter.com.

"Wonderful Town." 7:30 p.m. Crystal Springs Upland School, 400 Uplands Road, Hillsborough. Tells the adventures and misadventures of two sisters who move from their comfortable hometown in Ohio to New York City to fulfill their dreams. For tickets visit https://www.csus.org or call 342-4668.

Woodside High School presents Legally Blonde, the Musical. 8 p.m. Woodside High School, 199 Churchill Avenue, Woodside. For more information or to purchase tickets go to http://www.whsdramaboosters.com/rnrnORrnrnCall or call 367-9750.

Pear Theatre Presents: The Apple Never Falls. 8 p.m. Pear Avenue Theatre, 1220 Pear Ave., Mountain View. Tickets are $10-$30. The world premiere of this play written by Paul Bracerman will run from Feb. 22 until March 10, with performances every Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 8 p.m. and every Sunday at 2 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets call 254-1148.

Comedy Club Night. 8 p.m. The Dragon Theater, 2120 Broadway, Redwood City. Comedians Daniel Dugar and Rodger Lizaola will perform. Tickets are $30 and include two drinks. For more information go to www.premiercomedyclub.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 9

Peninsula and South Bay Autism Resource Fair. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Notre Dame de Namur University, 1500 Ralston Ave., Balmont. Free, mini workshops $25 each. For more information go to www.wingslaerningcenter.org.

Just Between Friends Baby, Kids and Maternity Consignment Sale. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. San Mateo Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo. Shop for bargains on over 35,000 items including gently used kids clothing, toys, furniture and more. Fifty percent off sale. $3. For more information call (415) 710-3973.

Overeaters Anonymous Newcomers Day. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Kaiser Permanente, 1150 Veterans Blvd., Cypress Room, Redwood City. Free. For more information call 328-2936 or go to www.oamidpeninsula.org.

Rediscovering Aikido with Sensei Don Levine. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sofia University, 1069 E. Meadow Circle, Palo Alto. Sensei Don Levine has trained for 33 years and holds the rank of yondan under Aikido Schools of Ueshiba. Suggested donation $100. Students $25. For more information email Kristen.Sato@sofia.edu.

Ukulele Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Join Kayla and her ukulele for some fun books and songs for all ages. For more information call 591-8286.

Open House. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. San Carlos Flight Center, 655 Skyway Road, #215, San Carlos. Free. Gather at the airport, meet women pilots, participate in fun activities and experience something new. Lunch is included when you RSVP. For more information go to www.sancarlosflightcenter.com.

Affordable Books at the Book Nook. Noon to 4 p.m. 1 Cottage Lane, Twin Pines Park, Belmont. Paperbacks are 3 for $1, hardbacks are $2 and up. There will be a large supply of CDs at low prices. All proceeds will benefit the Belmont Library. For more information call 593-5650.

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Hosts Children's Event. 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Linden Tree Books, 265 State St., Los Altos. Celebrates the District's 40th Anniversary and the publication of its new coffee table book entitled "Room to Breathe: The Wild Heart of San Francisco Peninsula." Free. For more information call 691-1200.

Hands-on Wool Weaving Workshop. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City. Presented by artist Kira Dulaney. Participants will learn to use a wooden loom, drop spindle and spinning wheel. $10 materials fee for members, $15 for non-members. For more information call 299-0104.

Dad and Me at the Library Family Puppet Show. 2 p.m. San Mateo Public Library, 55 W. Third Ave., San Mateo. Live puppet show sponsored by the Fatherhood Collaborative of San Mateo County. Puppet Art Theater presents 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf.' Program recommended for ages three and older. Free. For more information call 522-

7838.

Peninsula Youth Theater Presents Fiddler on the Roof. 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. 500 Castro St., Mountain View. $20 adults, $16 seniors and children 12 and under, $10 weekday shows and $7 per ticket for groups of 10 or more. For more information and to order tickets call 903-6000.

Lecture: Girl with a Pearl Earring. 3 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. The de Young Museum will be the first venue in the American tour of paintings from the Royal Picture Gallery Mauritshuis, The Hague. On exhibit from Jan. 26 to June 2 is the world's most prestigious collection of Dutch Golden Age paintings. The docent slide talk will include Vermeers "Girl with a Pearl Earring," as well as other examples of the period. For more information call 591-8286.

"Wonderful Town." 3 p.m. Crystal Springs Upland School, 400 Uplands Road, Hillsborough. Tells the adventures and misadventures of two sisters who move from their comfortable hometown in Ohio to New York City to fulfill their dreams. For tickets visit https://www.csus.org or call 342-4668.

San Carlos Children's Theater Presents "The U-u-ugly Duckling." 7 p.m. Mustang Hall, Central Middle School, 828 Chestnut Street, San Carlos. $12 in advance at www.sancarloschildrenstheater.com or $15 at the door. For more information call 594-2730.

Woodside High School presents Legally Blonde, the Musical. 8 p.m. Woodside High School, 199 Churchill Avenue, Woodside. For more information or to purchase tickets go to http://www.whsdramaboosters.com/rnrnORrnrnCall or call 367-9750.

Pear Theatre Presents: The Apple Never Falls. 8 p.m. Pear Avenue Theatre, 1220 Pear Ave., Mountain View. Tickets are $10-$30. The world premiere of this play written by Paul Bracerman will run from Feb. 22 until March 10, with performances every Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 8 p.m. and every Sunday at 2 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets call 254-1148.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10

Affordable Books at the Book Nook. Noon to 4 p.m. 1 Cottage Lane, Twin Pines Park, Belmont. Paperbacks are 3 for $1, hardbacks are $2 and up. There will be a large supply of CDs at low prices. All proceeds will benefit the Belmont Library. For more information call 593-5650.

Peninsula Youth Theater Presents Fiddler on the Roof. 1 p.m. 500 Castro St., Mountain View. $20 adults, $16 seniors and children 12 and under, $10 weekday shows and $7 per ticket for groups of 10 or more. For more information and to order tickets call 903-6000.

Woodside High School presents Legally Blonde, the Musical. 2 p.m. Woodside High School, 199 Churchill Ave., Woodside. For more information or to purchase tickets go to http://www.whsdramaboosters.com/rnrnORrnrnCall or call 367-9750.

San Carlos Children's Theater Presents "The U-u-ugly Duckling." 1 p.m. Mustang Hall, Central Middle School, 828 Chestnut Street, San Carlos. $12 in advance at www.sancarloschildrenstheater.com or $15 at the door. For more information call 594-2730.

Pear Theatre Presents: The Apple Never Falls. 2 p.m. Pear Avenue Theatre, 1220 Pear Ave., Mountain View. Tickets are $10-$30. The world premiere of this play written by Paul Bracerman will run from Feb. 22 until March 10, with performances every Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 8 p.m. and every Sunday at 2 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets call 254-1148.

An Afternoon with Laurie King. 3 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Author Laurie King presents a book talk in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the publication of her first book, Edgar-award winning first novel 'A Grave Talent.' Taube Room doors open at 2:30 p.m., where we will host a reception with light refreshments. For more information email conrad@smcl.org.

Music of the Galant Masters. 3 p.m. First Congregational Church of Palo Alto, 1985 Louis Road, Palo Alto. $15 general admission, $10 for students and seniors. The Congregational Oratorio Society and Orchestra, conducted by Gregory Wait, will perform recently rediscovered works of the 18th century Galant-style liturgical music. For more ifnormation call 856-6662.

Chinese Billingual Storytime. 3 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Fun stories and songs in English and Chinese. Speakers of all languages welcome. For more information email figard@smcl.org.

Marty Brounstein Book Lecture. 7 p.m. Crystal Springs UMC, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo. $10. Author Marty Brounstein will talk about his book 'Two Among the Righteous Few: A Story of Courage in the Holocaust.' The proceeds from ticket sales will benefit church missions. For more information call 574-0649.

Comedy Club Night. 8 p.m. The Dragon Theater, 2120 Broadway, Redwood City. Comedians Dean Austin and Jeremy Greenberg will perform. Tickets are $30 and include two drinks. For more information go to www.premiercomedyclub.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 11

Classical Jam Monday, 9:15 a.m., 10:25 a.m. and 11:35 a.m. Kohl Mansion, 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame. $6. For more information call 762-1130.

Free Tax Preparation. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from Jan. 14 to April 5. 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Samaritan House, 4031 Pacific Blvd., San Mateo. To make an appointment or for more information call 523-0804.

Oysters and Loire Valley Wine Celebration. 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Left Bank Brasserie Menlo Park, 635 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park. Showcasing lesser-known regions of the Lorie Valley with three Sauvignon Blancs. Two once pours are $13. For more information call 473-6543.

TUESDAY, MARCH 12

Teen Movie: 'Skyfall.' 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Bring your friends and join us for an afternoon flick. Free popcorn and refreshments. Rated PG-13. Runs 143 minutes. For more information call 591-8286.

Carlmont K.I.L.T.S. Improv Performance. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Come and show your support for Carlmont's Improv Team "K.I.L.T.S." as 12 outgoing Carlmont students will be performing various unscripted, long-form and short-form scenes. Open to all ages. For more information call 591-8286.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13

RSVP Deadline for San Mateo County Newcomers Club Luncheon. The Luncheon is March 19. Noon. Divino Restaurant, 968 Ralston Ave, Belmont. Sheri Boles, former comission spokesperson with the California Public Utilities, will speak. Checks must be $25 per person and must be recieved today in order to attend. For more information call 286-0688.

Free Blood Pressure and $2 Blood Glucose Screening. 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Eight-hour fast, water and meds only, and delay diabetes meds. Drop in. For more information call 696-3660.

Free Tax Preparation. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from Jan. 14 to April 5. 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Samaritan House, 4031 Pacific Blvd., San Mateo. To make an appointment or for more information call 523-0804.

Diversity Job Fair. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. San Mateo County Event Center, 2495 S. Delaware St., San Mateo. Free. Meet growing Bay Area employers recruiting for hundreds of job and career openings in diverse industries from entry-level to professional and technical. Dress professionally and bring several copies of your resume. For more information go to www.phase2careers.org.

Phase2Careers' Diversity Job Fair. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. San Mateo County Event Center, 2495 S. Delaware Street, San Mateo. Free admission and parking. For more information go to www.phase2careers.org.

Opening of 'Plowing Ahead: Historic Peninsula Farming.' The exhibit will be open every day except Mondays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City. $5 for adults. $3 for seniors and students. Free for children 5 and under. For more information call 299-0104.

42nd Street Moon Theatre Goup's 20th Anniversary Luncheon. 11 a.m. (social) and Noon (lunch). Basque Cultural Center, 599 Railroad Avenue, South San Francisco. Stephanie Roades-Bickham will be speaking. Reservations required. $30. For more information or to RSVP go to www.canadianwomensclub.org.

XBOX 360 Wednesdays. 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Stop by for fun XBOX 360 with Kinect movement games, such as Dance Central, Kinect Sports and more. No registration required. For ages 12 to 19. For more information call 591-8286.

Dealing with Bullying Presentation. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Foster City Teen Center, 670 Shell Blvd., Foster City. The RESPECT! Before the workshop, there will be a viewing of the 2011 documentary Bully at 4:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Free. For more information go to fostercity.org.

Medical Class. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Skyline College, 3300 College Drive, San Bruno. Free. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing. For more information call 616-7096.

Rainwater Harvesting and Graywater Reuse Workshop. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Millbrae Library, 1 Library Ave., Millbrae. Learn methods for harvesting rainwater and capturing household graywater for use in your garden and landscape. Free. For more information call 259-2339.

Peninsula Rose Society Meeting. 7:30 p.m. Redwood City Veterans Memorial Senior Center, 1455 Madison Ave., Redwood City. Rose arranging demonstration. Learn how to make dazzling rose arrangements worthy of show. Rosarian Barbara Gordon will be demonstration her winning rose arranging skills. Free. For more information call 465-3967.

THURSDAY, MARCH 14

Movies for School Age Children: 'Frankenweenie.' 3:30 p.m. San Mateo Public Library, 55 W. Third Ave., San Mateo. Movie is rated PG and lasts 87 minutes. Free. For more information call 522-7838.

Film Screening: 'Not Exactly Cooperstown.' 7 p.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Join filmmaker Jon Leonoudakis for a screening of "Not Exactly Cooperstown," an unorthodox look at America's most orthodox game. Attendees are encouraged to arrive in their finest baseball regalia for a special prize. For more information call 591-8286.

Drop-In eBook Program. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. South San Francisco Public Main Library, 840 W. Orange Ave., South San Francisco. Library staff will have information on the library's eBook collections and show patrons how to download eBooks to their electronic devices. Patrons are encouraged to bring their eReaders and tablet computers to the event. For more information call 829-3860.

Weaving Moments Together to Attain Social Justice: Talk by Dolores Huerta. 7:30 p.m. Note Dame de Namur Theatre, Notre Dame de Namur University, 1500 Ralston Ave., Belmont. Free. For more information call 508-3713.

FRIDAY, MARCH 15

16th Annual Senior Health Fair. 9 a.m. to noon. Municipal Services Building, 33 Arroyo Drive, South San Francisco. Free screenings by Kaiser Permante, health awareness services, community resources. Free. For more information call 829-3820.

Free Tax Preparation. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from Jan. 14 to April 5. 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Samaritan House, 4031 Pacific Blvd., San Mateo. To make an appointment or for more information call 523-0804.

Census Records Workshop. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The National Archives at San Francisco, 1000 Commodore Drive, San Bruno. Genealogical workshop on how to locate records on the U.S. census from 1790 to 1940. $15 payable in advance. For more information or to reserve a space call 238-3488.

St. Patrick's Day Celebration: Corned Beef Lunch and the "Nice 'N Easy" Band. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. Tickets available at the front desk. For more information call 616-7150.

Happy Hour and Lighthouse String Band. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. New Leaf Community Markets, 150 San Mateo Road, Half Moon Bay. Free. Join for a special happy hour featuring a wine tasting presented by Darlene de la Cerna of Classic Artisan Wines and music by the Lighthouse String Band. This local favorite plays Irish and Scottish all acoustic, traditional music as well as beloved American old time tunes. This is a family-friendly event but you must be 21 to sample. For more information contact patti@bondmarcom.com.

The Annual Member's Show Reception. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Coastal Arts League Museum, 300 Main St., Half Moon Bay. This annual event allows every dues paying member of the Coastal Arts League to bring at least one piece of their own work to the show. Wall space will be an important criterion as to how many pieces will be accepted. Come see what some of your neighbors are up to. Gallery open Friday through Monday from noon to 5 p.m. Closes March 31. For more information visit coastalartsleague.com.

A Virtuoso Debut/Brahms' First concert with pre-concert lecture. 7 p.m. Fox Theatre, 2223 Broadway, Redwood City. Concert begins at 8 p.m. after the lecture. $40 for general admission, $35 for seniors and $20 for youth/students. For more information and for tickets go to peninsulasymphony.org.

San Carlos Children's Theater Presents "The U-u-ugly Duckling." 7 p.m. Mustang Hall, Central Middle School, 828 Chestnut Street, San Carlos. $12 in advance at www.sancarloschildrenstheater.com or $15 at the door. For more information call 594-2730.

The Holy Spirit and Power Conference. 7:30 p.m. Victory International Church, 1730 S. Amphlett Blvd., San Mateo. Healings, signs and wonders led by Mike Zachman, host of The Point Live radio broadcast. Free. For more information call 655-4748.

Woodside High School presents Legally Blonde, the Musical. 8 p.m. Woodside High School, 199 Churchill Avenue, Woodside. For more information or to purchase tickets go to http://www.whsdramaboosters.com/rnrnORrnrnCall or call 367-9750.

Hillbarn Theater Presents john & jen. 8 p.m. Hillbarn Theater, 1285 E. Hillsdale Blvd., Foster City. Tickets are $28-38. For tickets and more information, go to www.hillbarntheatre.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 16

Turn Conflict Into Opportunity. 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. South San Francisco High School, 400 B St., South San Francisco. The workshop will provide tools to move from conflict to cooperation, to diffuse tense situations and move from anger to understanding. Donations starting at $35 requested. For more information or to register call 513-0330, ext. 312.

The Holy Spirit and Power Conference. 9:30 a.m. Victory International Church, 1730 S. Amphlett Blvd., San Mateo. Healings, signs and wonders led by Mike Zachman, host of The Point Live radio broadcast. Free. For more information call 655-4748.

Real Estate 1 Day Expo. 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. South San Francisco Conference Center, 255 S. Airport Blvd., South San Francisco. $20 per person, $35 per couple. Learn critical asset protection, find out about labor loans, refinancing, foreclosures, taxes, real estate investments and more. For more information contact nancytubbs@fullcalendar.com.

Easter Bunny at Hillsdale Shopping Center. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Hillsdale Shopping Center, Macy's Center Court. 60 31st Ave., San Mateo. The starting price of photo sheets is $16.55. Children of all ages are invited to meet the bunny and have their photos taken in a garden of fresh flowers, silk butterflies, cherry blossoms and more. For more information call 345-8222.

Facebook. 10:30 a.m. Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Learn your way around the popular social networking site. Create an account, edit your profile and reconnect with classmates, family and friends. Free. For more information contact conrad@smcl.org.

Salad Gardening with Herbs and Edible Flowers. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Common Ground Garden Supply and Education Center, 559 College Ave., Palo Alto. Learn to grow buttery and crisp lettuces, spinach, sweet and crunchy carrots, beets and fennel, spicy arugula and radishes, fresh flavorful herbs, edible flowers and more. Learn soil preparation, easy planting instructions, harvesting techniques and more. Everyone will start a take-home salad garden to plant. Taught by Jody Main. $35. To register call 493-6072.

Grand Opening of Peninsula Museum of Art. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Peninsula Museum of Art, 1777 California Drive, Burlingame. Exhibitions include "Ira Yeager: Figurative" (paintings), "REcycle, REuse, cREate" (sculpture by Lori Kay) and "Introductions" (artworks by studio artists in PMA's Peninsula Art Institute). For more information call 692-2101.

Teen Film Contest and Festival. 1:30 p.m. Free. The Belmont and Coastside Libraries are hosting a film contest for teens from grades six through 12. Each film submitted must be shorter than 15 minutes, and teens stand to win first, second and third place prizes. For more information call 595-7441.

Drop-In eBook Program. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. South San Francisco Public Main Library, 840 W. Orange Ave., South San Francisco. Library staff will have information on the library's eBook collections and show patrons how to download eBooks to their electronic devices. Patrons are encouraged to bring their eReaders and tablet computers to the event. For more information call 829-3860.

San Carlos Children's Theater Presents "The U-u-ugly Duckling." 7 p.m. Mustang Hall, Central Middle School, 828 Chestnut Street, San Carlos. $12 in advance at www.sancarloschildrenstheater.com or $15 at the door. For more information call 594-2730.

Spring Chamber Concert. 8 p.m. First Baptist Church, 305 N. California Ave., Palo Alto. $20 general admission, $17 seniors and $10 seniors. For more information call 408-395-2911.

Woodside High School presents Legally Blonde, the Musical. 8 p.m. Woodside High School, 199 Churchill Avenue, Woodside. For more information or to purchase tickets go to http://www.whsdramaboosters.com/rnrnORrnrnCall or call 367-9750.

Hillbarn Theater presents John & Jen. 8 p.m. Hillbarn Theater, 1285 E. Hillsdale Blvd., Foster City. Tickets are $28-38. For tickets and more information, go to www.hillbarntheatre.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 17

The Holy Spirit and Power Conference. 10 a.m. Victory International Church, 1730 S. Amphlett Blvd., San Mateo. Healings, signs and wonders led by Mike Zachman, host of The Point Live radio broadcast. Free. For more information call 655-4748.

Easter Bunny at Hillsdale Shopping Center. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hillsdale Shopping Center, Macy's Center Court. 60 31st Ave., San Mateo. The starting price of photo sheets is $16.55. Children of all ages are invited to meet the bunny and have their photos taken in a garden of fresh flowers, silk butterflies, cherry blossoms and more. For more information call 345-8222.

San Carlos Children's Theater Presents "The U-u-ugly Duckling." 1 p.m. Mustang Hall, Central Middle School, 828 Chestnut Street, San Carlos. $12 in advance at www.sancarloschildrenstheater.com or $15 at the door. For more information call 594-2730.

Third Sunday Ballroom Dance with the Bob Gutierrez Band. 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno. $5. For more information call 616-7150.

Hillbarn Theater presents John & Jen. 2 p.m. Hillbarn Theater, 1285 E. Hillsdale Blvd., Foster City. Tickets are $28-38. For tickets and more information, go to www.hillbarntheatre.org.

Anzanga Marimba Ensemble Concert. 7 p.m. Borel Middle School, 425 Barneson Avenue, San Mateo. Tickets are $5 student, $8 advance adult ticket, and $10 adult at the door. Advance tickets may be purchased online through the Borel Bobcat news website. For more information email defelice_jeanne@hotmail.com.

The Manasse-Nakamatsu Duo Concert. 7 p.m. Kohl Mansion, 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame. There will be a post-concert reception. $45 for adults, $42 for seniors and $15 for those ages 30 and under. For more information and for tickets call 762-1130 or go to www.musicathohl.org.

MONDAY, MARCH 18

Coastside Land Trust Gallery is calling for artists inspired by the natural, historic and iconic beauty of the state to submit to the next show, "Wild, Natural California." The submission period is March 18 to March 25 and the show will run from April 21 to June 21. All medium is invited to be considered. For more information go to coastsidelandtrust.org.

Free Tax Preparation. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from Jan. 14 to April 5. 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Samaritan House, 4031 Pacific Blvd., San Mateo. To make an appointment or for more information call 523-0804.

Lecture: The Human Animal Bond. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. City of San Mateo Senior Center, 2645 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo. Free. For more information or to register call 522-7490.

Easter Bunny at Hillsdale Shopping Center. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Hillsdale Shopping Center, Macy's Center Court. 60 31st Ave., San Mateo. The starting price of photo sheets is $16.55. Children of all ages are invited to meet the bunny and have their photos taken in a garden of fresh flowers, silk butterflies, cherry blossoms and more. For more information call 345-8222.