What's happening in Los Gatos today, Thursday, November 5?

NUMU has the sitch on the stitch with November’s monthly craft: woven burlap bookmarks! Enjoy being mindful while you stitch and weave yarn into your own patterned bookmark. If you need inspiration, check out the exhibition Los Gatos History Project in the History Hall and see the textile artistry of Rebecca Maria Baila née Bogni and her family’s historic seamstry practice. Learn More.

Interested in trying figure drawing for the first time or brushing up on your skills? Join us at NUMU for a self-guided figure drawing session! The session will take place in our Flick Drawing Studio with a live nude model, easels, newsprint paper, and pencils. You are welcome to bring additional materials. Learn More & Register.

Have you been wanting to start journaling or using a planner but can't find the time or space to do it at home? Take some time for creativity at the Library and journal, work on your planner, or draw in your sketchbook. We'll provide some inspiration and fun stationery like washi tape, stickers, stamps, and pens, you bring your journal/planner/sketchbook/etc. This is a drop in program, so join us for 10 minutes if that's all you have, or stay for the whole time!

Veteran Bay Area trio Charged Particles, with Tod Dickow mightily added on tenor saxophone, present eight Michael Brecker originals, and one from Don Grolnick. Smoking and intense from beginning to end, they’ve all internalized Mike and his music to an impressive degree of accuracy and moreover: feeling!

Spend an evening at NUMU learning how to design your own autumn harvest wreath with Catherine Somers, Founder and CEO of Centerpiece. You will work with fresh greenery selected specifically because it dries beautifully. This allows your wreath to transition to a lasting keepsake, perfect for your front door. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned creator, you will receive personalized guidance on composition and binding techniques in an intimate, social atmosphere. Learn More & Register.

Adult Art Workshops at Aluminary Arts in Los Gatos Looking for a creative way to unwind, meet new people, and try something new? Aluminary Arts invites adults of all experience levels to enjoy relaxed, inspiring art workshops in the heart of Los Gatos. Whether you've never picked up a paintbrush or have been creating for years, our welcoming studio offers a fun, judgment-free environment where creativity can flourish. Each workshop is thoughtfully designed to help you unplug from the demands of everyday life while exploring acrylic painting, watercolor, mixed media, and other creative techniques. Every class includes step-by-step guidance, premium art materials, and plenty of encouragement, making it easy for beginners to feel comfortable while offering enough freedom for experienced artists to make each piece their own. Workshops feature fresh themes throughout the year—from vibrant florals and colorful landscapes to abstract painting, seasonal projects, contemporary designs, and creative mixed media experiences. Small class sizes allow for personalized instruction and a relaxed, social atmosphere where guests can connect, laugh, and leave with artwork they're proud to display. Aluminary Arts also offers private events for birthdays, corporate team building, celebrations, and community groups, along with youth after-school programs and seasonal workshops. Located in downtown Los Gatos, Aluminary Arts serves guests from throughout Silicon Valley, including Saratoga, Campbell, San Jose, Cupertino, and the greater Bay Area. Visit AluminaryArts.com for the latest schedule and registration. Unplug. Relax. Create.

Join us every Thursday for a night of Line Dancing & DJ. Ideal Night to learn Line Dancing if you are new to it. Doors Open @ 7 pm $15 Cover

Y'all come down to the coffee house to celebrate the American Bluegrass tradition. Fans and fellow musicians gather to support and share in the joy of a bluegrass jam session. Reserved seating in this small venue is available - call 408-354-3263 or drop in to make advance arrangements to reserve seats for $15 per person. The Java Jam is a fun for a family outing or night out with friends. No cover charge at the door and walk-ins are always welcome. Coffee drinks, beer and wine are available for purchase during the event. ABOUT THE BLUEGRASS JAVA JAM: The Java Jam is an invitational jam session that takes place at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Both amateur and professional Bluegrass musicians submit their names and respective instruments, and an algorithm puts together a different “band” each week! To learn more about the “Java Jam” and other invitational Bluegrass events in the Bay Area, check out: http://jambot.org