San Jose Rocks founder discusses South Bay's role in rock music

Dan Orloff, fundador y “chief rock officer” de San Jose Rocks, will discuss the role of the Santa Clara Valley in rock music on Friday, Aug. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the Ainsley House. Orloff will highlight the region’s influence on American music, pointing to bands and artists including the Grateful Dead and the Doobie Brothers. He’ll also share insights from San Jose Rocks, a lifelong effort to place San Jose and the valley on the musical map and spotlight contributions that he says are often overlooked. Tickets cost $25 via the Campbell Museums events site. Separately, the Campbell Museum Foundation hosts “Groovin’ in the Garden: A ’70s Flashback Fundraiser” on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 6–9 p.m.