Free Diwali celebration brings dance and storytime to Pleasanton Senior Center Oct. 17

Pleasanton families can celebrate Diwali at a free city event Saturday, Oct. 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Boulevard.

The Festival of Lights celebration includes music, dance, storytelling, arts and crafts, and light refreshments, according to the city's Firehouse Arts Center event page.

Pleasanton Library staff will begin with a welcome and storytime at 1 p.m. Srilaya School of Dance is scheduled for 1:30 p.m., followed by Sthalam School of Dance at 2 p.m. Both performances feature Bharatanatyam.

The gathering is part of Pleasanton's Cultural Celebration Series, which offers free, family-friendly events introducing residents to different cultural traditions.

Residents can check the official event page for the schedule and event flyer before attending.

Sources: City event details, Cultural Celebration Series, Pleasanton Library notice.