October 2019
Hoes Down Harvest Fest
The Hoes Down Harvest Festival is dedicated to honoring and promoting the knowledge of agricultural arts and sustainable rural living through inspiration and education. Our goals extend beyond the weekend of fun and education. Every year, for 30 years, the Hoes Down has generated valuable resources for local and statewide organizations working on projects which benefit sustainable agriculture and rural communities. Please note that all tickets will be pre-sale this year. There will be no ticket sales at the gate.…
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December 2018
Winter Solstice at Filoli
Honor the allure the shortest day of the year. A ceremonial lighting ceremony, mystical musical entertainment set the stage for this magical evening. The night begins with a glass of sparkling wine and light hors-d’oeuvres included with the ticket. Both the House and Garden will be open for this special night. Additional wine, beer, and coffee are available for purchase. Returning by popular demand, Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble will delight guests with their hauntingly beautiful repertoire of traditional songs from the Balkans, Caucasus…
Find out more »November 2018
Decorate the Nature Center at Filoli
Join us in welcoming the holiday season by decorating evergreen garlands outside Filoli’s Nature Center and Red’s Barn. Learn to loop and tie decorative ribbon into a bow – a skill you can then use for your own decor and presents. Hike the 1-mile Estate Trail to the Nature Center and join in the festivities. This is a free activity included with the price of admission.
Find out more »July 2018
Summer Nights: Roaring 20’s
Every Thursday evening at Filoli Gardens, from June 7 to August 30, we are staying open until 8pm. We’ve planned special activities, entertainment and educational opportunities with something special for our members included each week. Music and old-fashioned lawn games. Included with price of General Admission.
Find out more »Summer Nights: Americana Swing Night
Every Thursday evening at Filoli Gardens, from June 7 to August 30, we are staying open until 8pm. We’ve planned special activities, entertainment and educational opportunities with something special for our members included each week. Music and old-fashioned lawn games. Included with price of General Admission.
Find out more »May 2018
Slow Food South Bay Annual Meeting & Elegant Sunday Picnic
Don your Sunday Farm Picnic-Best for an elegant afternoon together! On Sunday, May 20th, from 11am – 2pm, at the Vanderlip Farm, the Slow Food South Bay Chapter is hosting a Spring Picnic and Annual Chapter Election. There will be updates on what is new and upcoming for Slow Food both within our local chapter and on a national and international scale. Please join us in a celebration of nature, activism and all things Slow Food. Click HERE to register…
Find out more »August 2017
Italian Garden Party, Redwood City
An Italian Garden Party, August 24th. This garden is featured in this lovely book: "The Earth Knows My Name: the Gardens of Ethnic Americans," by Patricia Klindienst. Reading this book for our event is not required, yet highly recommended.
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