Week Ahead: Vendor Fair, Poetry Reading, Night at the Improv

Chabot-to-Go: Astronomy at the Dougherty Station Library

You say you daydream about the stars, Mars or the moon? Chabot Space and Science Center is coming to the Dougherty Station Library for a far out presentation featuring many heavenly bodies. If you are a space case, this program is for you!

When: Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 6 p.m.

Where: Dougherty Station Library, 17017 Bollinger Canyon Road

Cost: Free

City Read Author Event: Mary Roach

Vendor Fair

Come shop for Christmas or pick up a little something to say thanks in celebration of Thanksgiving at the Vendor Fair at Bishop Ranch 15. Vendors include:  Cookie Lee Jewelry, Purse Party, Mary Kay, Party Lite, Stained Glass Gifts, Framewrappers, Tupperware, Specialty cup cakes, Victorine Valley Farms Extra Virgin Olive Oils and Balsamic’ s, Quilts, Gifts by Kris, and many more handcrafted holiday gifts.  Open to everyone!  Percent of Proceeds will be going to Susan G Komen. More info here.

When: Thursday, Nov. 21, 11 a.m.

Where: Bishop Ranch 15, 12667 Alcosta Blvd #100

Cost: Free

Tess Taylor, Author of "The Forage House" at San Ramon Library

An “Open Mike” session will start the evening; arrive early to sign up. After a short break and refreshments, featured presenter Tess Taylor will read from her recently published book of poems, The Forage House, followed by Q&A. Tess is a winner of several prestigious awards, and her poetry has appeared in numerous publications. She reviews poetry for NPR’s All Things Considered, and teaches writing at UC Berkeley.

When: Thursday, Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m.

Where: San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery Street

Cost: Free, registration suggested at cccliv.org or 925-973-2850

Night at the Improv

Join San Ramon Improv U for an interactive evening of improvisational comedy. The show is created on the spot with the help of audience participation and suggestions. Not suitable for children under the age of 18.

When: Saturday, Nov. 23 at 8 p.m.

Where: Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Road

Cost: $10, ages 18+

Vrindavan Indian Dance Academy: Minu Sonali & Swarna Lnu

Classical Bharata Natyam dance performed with a Live Orchestra on stage! Come and experience the beauty of India's ancient dance and its imaginative style of storytelling!

When: Saturday, Nov. 23 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Where: San Ramon Performing Arts Center

Cost:  Not listed

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