CCAALL EENNDDAARR Bryan Stevenson. Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m. He’s won national acclaim for his work challenging bias against the poor and people of color. Join the Harvard graduate who has earned master’s degrees in public policy from the Kennedy School of Government and a J.D. from the school of law, as he discusses his new book “Just Mercy.” Tickets $20-$40. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. 650/324-4321. Kids’ Stuff OCTOBER Bunnicula. Oct. 10-11, 9:30 and 11 a.m. (Friday) and 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. (Saturday). Chester the cat suspects that his family’s new bunny is a vampire in this “rabbit tale of horror.” Gather the entire family for this performance based on the book by Deborah and James Howe. Tickets $8-$10. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. 650/903-6000. Jack and the Beanstalk. Oct. 18-19, 10 a.m. and noon (Saturday) and noon (Sunday). Bring the little ones (ages 3-6) for this 45-minute play performed by local high school students. Tickets $11-$13. Palo Alto Children’s Theatre, Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. 650/463-4970. Thomas and Percy’s Halloween Party. Oct. 18-19, 25-26; Nov. 1-2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Spend a fun-filled day with everyone’s favorite No. 1 engine, Thomas the Tank Engine, and his friend Percy. Each ticket includes a 25-minute train ride, a visit to Imagination Station, live entertainment, photo opportunities with Sir Topham Hatt, Thomas and Percy, and Halloween themed activities. Tickets $24. Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton. 866/468-7630. Halloween Begins at “R” House. Oct. 26, noon to 4 p.m. Even the littlest trick-or-treater will find something to smile about at this kid-friendly haunted house that includes crafts and games. There’s a costume parade at 2 p.m., too. Suggested donation $3. Rengstorff House, Shoreline Park, 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View. 650/868-7708. Mommy and Me and Daddies, Too: Halloween Family Fun Fest. Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to noon. Trick-or-treat with the kids at Santana Row during this popular monthly event. Enjoy pumpkin decorating, live music and other fun activities. Park Valencia, Santana Row Park, 377 Santana Row. 408/551-4611. NOVEMBER Rumplestiltskin’s Daughter. Nov. 7-8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. (Friday) and 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. (Saturday). If you’ve ever wondered what would have happened if the farmer’s daughter ran off with Rumpelstiltskin instead of marrying the king, now is your chance to find out. Tickets $8-$10. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St. Mountain View. 650/903-6000. Harvey. Nov. 7-23, 7 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday - Saturday) and 2 p.m. (Sunday). Palo Alto Players presents this family-friendly story about a man whose best friend just happens to be an invisible, 6-foot-tall rabbit. Tickets $31- $45. Lucie Stern Theater, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. 650/329-0891. The Pop Ups. Nov. 9, 3 p.m. One of the nation’s top children’s’ bands visits Palo Alto to perform its high-energy show. Kids will delight at the choreographed dance numbers, puppets, glittery shapes and instructive DIY craft instruction. Tickets $15-$20. Oshman Family Jewish Community Center, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. 650/223-8700. Mommy and Me and Daddies, Too: “Give Thanks” Tuesday. Nov. 11, 10 a.m. to noon. Bring the kids and a canned food item for Second Harvest Food Bank during this holiday-themed event that includes face painting, balloon animals, arts and crafts and music. Park Valencia, Santana Row Park, 377 Santana Row. 408/551-4611. The Sound of Music. Nov. 14-23, times vary. CMT San Jose kicks off its 47th season with the classic starring Maria, Captain Von Trapp and his seven children. Tickets $14-$18. Montgomery Theater, 271 S. Market St., San Jose. 408/288-5347 ext. 336. Puss ‘N’ Boots. Nov. 15-16, 10 a.m. and noon (Saturday) and noon (Sunday). Kids 3-6 and parents get to experience live theater during this interactive show. Tickets $11-$13. Palo Alto Children’s Theatre, Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto.650/463-4970. Oklahoma. Nov. 15-Nov.23. Kids will get a dose of the Old West during this Rodgers and Hammerstein musical featuring singing, dancing and true love. Tickets $10-$22. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. 650/903-6000. Sports OCTOBER/ NOVEMBER Oakland Raiders. National Football League. San Diego, Oct. 12; Arizona, Oct. 19; Denver, Nov. 9; Kansas City, Nov. 20. Game times vary. Ticket prices vary. O.co Coliseum, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland. 800/724-3377. San Francisco 49ers. National Football League. Kansas City, Oct. 5; St. Louis, Nov. 2; Washington, Nov. 23; Seattle, Nov. 27. Game times vary. Levi’s Stadium, 4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara. 415/464-9377. San Jose Sharks. National Hockey League. Winnipeg, Oct. 11; Columbus, Oct. 23; Buffalo, Oct. 25; New York Islanders, Nov. 1; Vancouver, Nov. 6; Florida, Nov. 20; Phoenix, Nov. 22; Calgary, Nov. 26; Anaheim, Nov. 29. Game times vary. Ticket prices vary. SAP Center, 525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose. 408/999-5757. San Jose State Spartans. College football. UNLV, Oct. 4; Colorado State, Nov. 1; Hawaii, Nov. 15; Game times vary. Ticket prices vary. Spartan Stadium, 1257 S. 10th St., San Jose. 408/924-7589. Stanford Cardinal. College football. Washington State, Oct. 10; Oregon State, Oct. 25; Utah, Nov. 15; Stanford Stadium, 625 Nelson Road, Stanford. 800/STANFORD. 30 South Bay Accent Oklahoma, Nov. 15-23, Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts; Shark Days, Nov. 1-2, Monterey Bay Aquarium
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