Valley Montessori School in Livermore will host a Harvest Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6 at its facilities at 1273 North Livermore Avenue in Livermore. The event will feature free activities for all ages, including live music by "Bones," a scarecrow garden, a petting zoo, game booths and gym activities. Lunch will be available "on the grid" from local food trucks including Lobster Shack. Games and activities will support various local charities chosen by VMS students, and teachers. Non-perishable food will be collected for donation to the Alameda County Community Food Bank. Valley Montessori School is located at 1273 North Livermore Avenue in Livermore.

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