Arts & Events Sunday, September 27, 2026 - 5:00 pm
4th Friday of Each Month 7:00 - 9:30 pm Kates Cafe Open Mic - Ongoing Series September 25, October 23, November 20*(please note date change due to Thanksgiving) Valley Room - FREE EVENT
Swingin’ in the Valley - Josh and the Wittness Community Dance w/Live music & Dance Class $20 advance/doors Woodacre Improvement Club On Sunday, September 27, the San Geronimo Valley Community Center is excited to welcome home Valley native Josh Witt to host the very first Swingin’ in the Valley! The community dance kicks off at 5pm at the Woodacre Improvement Club. A performing musician, bandleader, and San Geronimo Valley favorite, Josh first took the stage at the Community Center during the 2005 St. Patrick’s Day Talent Show. Since then, he has earned a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Berklee College of Music, spent nearly a decade performing in Boston, and now leads his own swing, rock ‘n’ roll, and doo-wop band, Josh and the Wittness (pun very much intended). More recently, Josh began hosting community swing dance events while also dipping his toes into becoming an instructor. He is excited to bring all these new explorations and talents back to his hometown.
Valley Room
Every month, Paul and Juliette Valente bring the community together for Kate’s Café Open Mic, a long-standing local favorite known for its warm atmosphere and thought- fully curated lineup of performers. Each gathering offers something new, blending beloved Kate’s Café regulars with first-time artists stepping into the spotlight. Named for folk icon and former Community Center Board Member Kate Wolf, Kate’s Café celebrates creativity in all its forms. Musicians, poets, comedians, writ- ers, and singer-songwriters of every experience level are invited to share their work. One night might feature a seasoned performer debuting new material, while another introduces an emerging artist whose song or story leaves a lasting impression. The evening reflects the spirit of small-town arts culture—welcoming, spontane- ous, and rich with talent and connection. Arrive early, settle in, and enjoy an inspiring mix of music, storytelling, and community that continues to make Kate’s Café a cherished Valley tradition. Interested in performing at a future Kate’s Café? Contact Juliette Valente at j.valente@comcast.net or 415-488-9074. Because each month’s lineup is curated in advance, performers are encouraged to reach out early to be considered for an upcoming show.
FREE EVENT
First Friday of Each Month 7:00 - 8:30 pm Anny’s Sing Along - Ongoing Series
You’re invited to join us at Anny’s Sing Along : a campfire-style gathering in the Courtyard at the Community Center on the first Friday of each month from 7 - 8:30 pm . The Monthly Singalong where every voice is appreciated and welcomed as a necessary part of the chorus. Come with a friend or on your own and come as you are. The goal is to sing commonly known songs. Singers can join in on the chorus so no songbooks needed though folks are welcome to read words either from a songbook (e.g, Rise Up Singing) or on their phone. We sing everything from You Are My Sunshine & This Land is Your Land to Hey Jude, Hotel California, and Freight Train, with lots in between depending on what wants to come through. For sure some Kate Wolf too… Perhaps we shall sing a well-known, simple round, “Dona Nobis”, which means ‘Give us Peace.” Lifting our voices together in the songs of our common decades does just that, and in such an easeful way.
The evening begins with a one-hour beginner-friendly swing dance lesson led by Josh. No experience or partner is necessary—participants will learn the basics of Lindy Hop and gain the confidence to enjoy the dance floor throughout the night. Following the lesson, guests will dance to two one-hour live music sets, with a 15-minute intermission between them. At the end of the break, Josh will lead everyone in the Shim Sham, the iconic three-minute Lindy Hop line dance that originated in the tap dancing tradition and has become a beloved swing dance classic. Whether you plan to dance all night or simply enjoy the music and lively atmo- sphere, everyone is welcome. Perimeter seating will be available for guests who pre- fer to watch rather than dance. Beer / Wine / N/A Drinks and Light Refreshments will be available. Swingin’ in the Valley also offers the perfect opportunity to dust off your danc- ing shoes before the Community Center’s Heart of the Valley Benefit on Saturday, October 10, featuring live music by Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys.
For more info contact Anny at annyeve2020@gmail.com.
FREE EVENT
2nd Friday of Each Month 7:00 - 8:30 pm Community Vocal Tapestry - Ongoing Series Community Vocal Tapestry , a free monthly gathering led by Anny Owen Densmore and Kelly McMenimen from 7–8:30 pm will continue every second Friday of the month in the Courtyard (through the warm months). A clear, basic framework allows for feeling safe and free to make stuff up using simple interlock- ing and contrasting sounds, and more. Come out and play, add your voice in this magical realm! Anny Owen Densmore, M.A. is a decades long music teacher of children and a lifelong musician and composer/songwriter. Her vocal improv mentors include Rhiannon, Briony Greenhill, David Worm, all of the Bobby McFerrin lineage. Kelly McMenimen, M.A. is a lifelong vocal artist and has many years experience singing in jazz bands and world music bands, as well as leading community sing- ing. When she discovered CVI about a decade ago, it became her new favorite vocal practice. Kelly is also a leader in permaculture, Joanna Macy’s Work That Reconnects, and nature education for children and families.
5:00pm - One hour Dance Lesson 6:00pm - Community Dance with Live Music 7:00pm - Band Intermission* *learn the Shim Sham! Lindy Hop’s premiere line dance 7:30pm - Second set of dance and music
For more info contact Anny at annyeve2020@gmail.com
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