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01/05/2026

Featured: Winter 2016/17 Issue 9.0, “Digital” — Wax Moon

Join Wax Moon for their first complete trio set, featuring Ben Henderson and special guest Tala Newell.

Friday, January 9 · 7:30 PM
No Cover, Donations Accepted
1101 Main Street, Redwood City
Little Green a Plant Bar

An acoustic vocal duo founded in the summer of 2013, Wax Moon originally comprised Paul Kimball and John Blatchford—two friends who met on a musical blind date and formed a new harmonic project. Drawing from the indie-folk Americana tradition, the duo seeks truth and humanism through stripped-down songwriting and rich vocal interplay.

Since then, Benjamin Henderson has joined the fold, slowly assembling what the group describes as an indie-folk Voltron. Special guest Tala Newell will also join the lineup for this performance.
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Wax Moon
Written by Giselle Tran | Photography by Daniel Garcia Photography
bit.ly/WaxMoon90

Winter 2023 Issue 16.1, “Discover” — Benjamin Henderson
Written by Esther Young, | Photography by Jai Tanju
bit.ly/161benhenderson

11/19/2025

Join local award-winning advertising photographer Mel Lindstrom, , at Red Rock Coffee in Mountain View for asolo exhibition, “Nature/Plants,” showcasing professiona iPhone photography.

On view through Sunday, November 30
201 Castro St, Mountain View, CA 94041

Local photographer Mel Lindstrom is showcasing a new exhibition titled “Nature/Plants” at Red Rock Coffee in Mountain View. The show features a selection of images photographed entirely on an iPhone, highlighting the capabilities of mobile photography in a fine-art context.

The series can be viewed online at melphoto.com/portfolios/nature, and the public is invited to visit the venue to see the prints in person. Information about Mel’s iPhone photography classes is also available for those interested in learning more about the process.
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Images from melphoto.com/portfolios/nature

Image 1, 3, & 4: Mel Lindstrom, | Nature Series

11/18/2025

Featured: Winter 2016/2017 Issue 9.0, “Celebrate,” Silicon Valley Asian Art Center, .jianhua

The Silicon Valley Asian Art Center has a new gallery near San Jose City Hall. Join them for the opening reception of a solo exhibition by Michael Zhang.

Michael Zheng — Solo Exhibition: “This Is a Line. This Is Not a Line.”
Opening: Saturday, Nov 22, 2025, 3-5p
150 E Santa Clara St, Suite B, San Jose, CA

RSVP:
bit.ly/MichaelZhengSVAAC
(Link in Profile)

Peninsula-based conceptual artist Michael Zheng opens the center’s second exhibition in the newly launched space. Known for his site-specific installations and his explorations of perception, presence, and the phenomenology of experience, Zheng invites viewers to engage directly with the subtle dynamics of environment and interaction.

Since its founding in 2004 in Santa Clara, the Silicon Valley Asian Art Center has been dedicated to promoting Chinese and Chinese American art and fostering cross-Pacific exchanges in ink art. Now located near San Jose City Hall, the Center presents contemporary and digital art alongside historical works.

Read more about Silicon Valley Asian Art Center:
bit.ly/90SiliconValleyAsianArtCenter

Written by Kate Evans
Photography by Daniel Garcia,

11/17/2025

Anno Domini // the second coming of Art & Design invites zine makers, small press publishers, and creative independents from around the globe to submit work for the ART of ZINES exhibition, celebrating the zine as an art form and cultural force.

Deadline to submit: November 22, 2025
Opening reception: Friday, December 5, 2025
366 S 1st St, San Jose, CA

Call for ZINES from down the block to around the world!
Zines will be featured in a curated exhibition at Anno Domini in San José, California.

They’re seeking submissions of art, music, poetry, literature, photography, and subculture zines (broad range of subjects). First-time self-publishers to seasoned zine veterans, all levels of experience and geographic locations are welcome.

SUBMISSION DETAILS:
• Deadline: November 22, 2025
• Format: Print zines only (no digital submissions)
• Size: Any size
• Quantity: 1–5* copies of each submitted zine.
• 1 copy will be on view and submitted to our Art of Zines Library. You may add four additional copies as give-aways.

For over two decades, A.D. has championed DIY (sub)culture and independent voices. We have had several Art of Zines exhibitions over the years, bringing zines to audiences that may or may not be familiar with this underground culture. We intend to introduce zine makers and their work to our audience, acknowledge them, and inspire others to keep the tradition going.

The opening will take place on Friday, December 5, 2025, during the First Fridays ArtWalk SJ, featuring special guest artist Yasushi Matsui, creator of SKRAPS, as well as zine-making how-to workshops with artist Quynh Vy.

All submitted zines will be added to their extensive zine library (unless you request we return them).

DM or email [email protected] for submission details.
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Images from flickr.com/photos/cherrilakey

Image 1: Photo by Cherri Lakey, | Art of Zines 2013 at Anno Domini,

11/14/2025

Join .gallery for the opening reception of their annual “12 x 12(x 12): An Open Invitational” group exhibition.

Saturday, November 15, 3-5p
6500 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA 95003gallery

Cabrillo Gallery’s annual 12 x 12(x12): Open Invitational celebrates our diverse creative community of artists. For this very popular exhibition, they open their doors and wall space to all California artists, at any point in their career, offering a truly inclusive arena for creative individuals to express their unique vision, each through their chosen artistic discipline and media.

Learn more:
bit.ly/202512x12
(Link in Profile)
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Images from 2020 .gallery 12 x 12(x 12): An Open Invitational

Image 1: Dee Ho**er, | “Squid Boy,” mixed media on wooden panel, 2019, dhooker.com
Image 3: Janet Fine, .jo | “Bury,” cyanotype, Van D**e, coffee, wood, plexi, sand, 2019, janetfine.com
Image 4: Sara Friedlander, | “Offerings: Human/Nature - Flight,” framed digital collage, archival print, 2019, lensculture.com/sara-friedlander

11/12/2025

Join for “Al Son del Corazón”—celebrating 56 years of Los Lupeños de San José.

Saturday, November 15, 8p
Sunday, November 16, 2p
1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose

Al Son del Corazón embodies the vibrant soul and enduring legacy of Los Lupeños. For 56 years, they have danced to the rhythm of the people—moving with love, pride, and profound cultural purpose.

Get ready to immerse yourself in Mexico’s rich culture and vibrant rhythms. Let the music transport you to a world of passion and joy. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the heart and soul of Mexican music. Al Son del Corazón is a name that captures both the spirit of this evening and the essence of Los Lupeños de San José.

In Mexican tradition, el son is more than a rhythm—it is a way of life. As the saying goes, “al son que me toquen, bailo”—whatever life brings, we meet it with dance, heart, and resilience.

Get Tickets:
bit.ly/AlSondelCorazon
(Link in Profile)
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Images from loslupenos.org

Image 1: 1970s with Mariachi
Image 3: , 2019

11/12/2025

Featured: Issue 18.1 “Discover,” Open San José Anchor Partners, .san.jose

CreaTV,
LEAD Filipino,
NorCal Public Media,
Latina Coalition Silicon Valley,
Chopsticks Alley,
San José Spotlight,
Mosaic America,
Works/San José,

“How do we solve the power analysis? We don’t do it alone. What if we tried something new? It won’t solve it all, but it can be the start of a new model.” –Chad Johnston, CEO, CreaTV

Join us TOMORROW at Content Pick-Up Party, 18.1
Thursday, November 13, 2025, | 6-9p
Location: .san.jose | 38 S Second St, San Jose

RSVP:
bit.ly/pup181discover
(Link In Profile)

THANK YOU, Partnerssan.jose

Order:
bit.ly/181discover

Issue 18.1 Features:
Painter - Hadi Aghaee, | Multimedia Artist - Tachiya Bryant, | Artist - Sarah Bianco, | Artist & Teacher - John Contreras, | DJ/Producer - Arturo Garces, | Tattoo Artist - Low Le, | Artist - Betty Proper, | Mixed Media Artist - Jasmine Reid, | Muralist - Augie WK, | Community Hub - Open San Jose, .san.jose | Community Art and Performance Center - Works / San José,
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11/11/2025

Feature: Fall 2025 Issue 17.4, “Profiles,” Cynthia Brannvall,

Join Cynthia for the opening of “Invoke-History”—a group exhibition hosted at

Saturday, November 15, 12-2p
21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA

Invoke-History, named for a software command used to retrieve or repeat past commands, is an exhibition of artwork drawn from lived, ancestral and community stories that preserve and present history through the artists’ creative lens.

Artwork includes bronze, mixed-media, and found-object sculptures, paintings, textile art, airborne installations and more.

Artists include
Cynthia Brannvall,
Caleb Dowdell,
Tatyana Fazlalizadeh,
Colleen Quen,
Marlene Larson
Kristin Lindseth,
Oscar Lopez,
Tony May,
George Rivera,
Flo Oy Wong
Bing Zhang,
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Article in Fall 2025 Issue 17.4, “Profiles”
Written by Yvonne Phan, .mig29
Photography Jason Leung,

Read more:
bit.ly/174CynthiaBrannvall
(Link in Profile)

Image 2: Cynthia Brannvall, | “Frances Ellen Watkins Harper”

11/10/2025

Featured: Issue 18.1 “Discover,” Sarah Bianco,

“It’s not just me and the piece. Once it’s created, it has its own relationship with everyone who sees it, and that’s actually the magic of it all.” -Sarah Bianco

Content Pick-Up Party, 18.1
Thursday, November 13, 2025, | 6-9p
Location: .san.jose | 38 S Second St, San Jose

RSVP:
bit.ly/pup181discover
(Link In Profile)

THANK YOU, Partnerssan.jose

Order:
bit.ly/181discover

Issue 18.1 Features:
Painter - Hadi Aghaee, | Multimedia Artist - Tachiya Bryant, | Artist - Sarah Bianco, | Artist & Teacher - John Contreras, | DJ/Producer - Arturo Garces, | Tattoo Artist - Low Le, | Artist - Betty Proper, | Mixed Media Artist - Jasmine Reid, | Muralist - Augie WK, | Community Hub - Open San Jose, .san.jose | Community Art and Performance Center - Works / San José,
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11/07/2025

Featured: Issue 18.1 “Discover,” Jasmine Reid,

“I think of myself as someone who always has this creative flame. I feel like I’m going to
die if I don’t get it out.” -Jasmine Reid

Content Pick-Up Party, 18.1
Thursday, November 13, 2025, | 6-9p
Location: .san.jose | 38 S Second St, San Jose

RSVP:
bit.ly/pup181discover
(Link In Profile)

THANK YOU, Partnerssan.jose

Order:
bit.ly/181discover

Issue 18.1 Features:
Painter - Hadi Aghaee, | Multimedia Artist - Tachiya Bryant, | Artist - Sarah Bianco, | Artist & Teacher - John Contreras, | DJ/Producer - Arturo Garces, | Tattoo Artist - Low Le, | Artist - Betty Proper, | Mixed Media Artist - Jasmine Reid, | Muralist - Augie WK, | Community Hub - Open San Jose, .san.jose | Community Art and Performance Center - Works / San José,
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Published by

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11/06/2025

Tour Working Studios, See, and Collect Art in Palo Alto at Cubberley Artists Open Studios Fall 2025.

Saturday, November 8, 2025, 1-5p
Free Event
Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto

The Artists-in-Residence with the Cubberley Artist Studio Program are excited to welcome you to their Open Studios event.

This event is free to the public and will take place at Cubberley Community Center. Artist studios are in the E, F, and U wings at the north end of the Center.

The Cubberley Artist Studio program is a unique, competitive program with established artists offering free, family-friendly programming to the local community. It provides rent-subsidized studio space and a creative community for artists in exchange for community service.

Twenty-two artists are currently in a long-term residency with the City of Palo Alto through the Cubberley Artist Studio Program. They work in a rich diversity of media, including installation, mixed media, painting, printmaking, interdisciplinary art, photography, sculpture, film, textile, woodworking, and performance.

Learn more:
bit.ly/Nov2025CASP
(Link in Profile)
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Image 1: Nasim Moghadam, | “Knots” 2025 Mirror, archival pigment print, artist hair, Iranian female hair 37 x 42 in A work from the Echoes of the Shattered exhibition at the Recology Artist in Residence Program Photography © Nasim Moghadam
Image 3: Sang-ah Choi, | “Untitled #2” 8.5 x 11.25 x 1 inch, 2020-22 Acrylic, graphite, felt tip pen, sumi ink and glue on sketchbook Photography by Eun Chun
Image 4: Chandrika Marla, .marla | “Infinite Reunite” | 2024 | 50 x 40″ | acrylic and aquarelle on canvas
Image 5: Charlotta Hauksdottir, | “Erosion VII”

11/06/2025

Join for an eclectic evening of art, music, and our amazing community as galleries, museums, and creative spaces stay open late for the FIRST FRIDAYS ArtWalk, all with free admission and all ages.

Stroll through the venues with friends and family, meet talented artists, and get inspired by a wide spectrum of experiences hosted by our vital arts community.

Friday, November 7, 2025, 5-9p
SoFA District (& beyond!)

The Full Lineup:
southfirstfridays.com
(link in profile)

Enjoy exhibitions such as

Quilt National ’25 Award Winning Quilts from Around the Nation
Hosted
Image 1: Sandy Curran, | “Survivors Guilt”

‘Behind the Curtain‘ | Memories & Dreams by Alfredo Muccino
Hosted at
Image 2: Alfredo Muccino, .muccino

Opera San José at California Theater | Madama Butterfly
Hosted at
Image 3: Butterfly

SJZ Break Room Jazz Jam with Special Guest Howard Wiley
Hosted at
Image 4: Howard Wiley, .wiley

Voces del Campo Poetry Party – featuring new books by Mayra Flores & Cristal Gonzalez
Hosted at
Image 5: Event Flyer, Mayra Flores & Cristal Gonzalez

And many more!
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