May 3: Natural Science Days: Gilroy Gardens will hold Natural Science Days for students May 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct. 18 and 25 at the park, 3050 Hecker Pass Highway. The program provide a unique opportunity for school children, grades K-5, to experience a “living laboratory” to enhance their learning. Cost: $15 per student and $5 per chaperone. Details: (408) 840-7100 or gilroygardens.org.
May 4
Ranch day
Bring the family and learn about ranch life and the Ohlone Indians from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 4 at the Hunting Hollow entrance to Henry Coe Park. Pet animals and meet some mini horses. There will be lots of crafts and exhibits. Bring your rubber boots and enjoy the nearby creek. Hot dogs are available for $3 and parking is $6 per car. Details: Chere Bargar at (408) 683-2247 or Kitty Swindle at (408) 842-6215.
May 4-5
Indian Market
The 29th annual California Indian Market in San Juan Bautista is set for 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 4 and May 5 at the San Juan School soccer lot at The Alameda and Highway 156. It will include themes related to Native Americans, Western culture, wildlife, arts and crafts, and a celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Details: (831) 623-4771.
A La Carte & Art
A La Carte & Art will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 4-5 on Castro Street between Church Street and Evelyn Avenue in Mountain View. The Bay Area’s popular outdoor festival season officially kicks-off at this vibrant celebration of the arts with two days of live music. Admission is free. Details: (650) 964-3395.
May 5
Bonsai exhibit
The Watsonville Bonsai Club will host it’s 40th annual Bonsai Exhibit and Demonstration from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, May 5 at the Watsonville Buddhist Temple, 423 Bridge St., Watsonville. A demonstration by award wining Bonsai Master Katsumi Kinoshita will be at 1:30 p.m. A raffle of bonsai items including the demo tree will follow. A vender will be available for sales of bonsai plant material. Details: Don White (831) 724-9283.
Through May 5
‘7, 8IGHT, 9 …’
El Teatro Campesino in association with Company of Strangers presents “7, 8IGHT, 9…” a new tragic comedy written and directed by Joe Luis Cedillo at El Teatro Campesino, 705 Fourth St., San Juan Bautista, Friday, April 5-May 5. Shows are Thursday-Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission on Thursdays; $15 for adults; $10 for seniors, students and children 12 and under on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Details: elteatrocampesino.com.
May 7-12
‘Billy Elliot The Musical’
Broadway San Jose’s “Billy Elliot The Musical” plays May 7-12, 2013 at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd, San Jose. Details: (408) 792-4111 or visit broadwaysanjose.com.
May 12
Mother’s Day at the Mission
South Valley Symphony presents Mother’s Day at the Mission at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 12 at Mission San Juan Bautista. General admission: $35; Children/students: free. Following the concert, join the symphony orchestra, music director and board of directors in the Mission gardens for a wine reception. Details: southvalleysymphony.org.
