Start the holiday shopping early with special, handmade gifts available at this year's holiday crafts fair. Pottery, bath items, jewelry, toys and handmade clothing are just a few of the items that will be for sale. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 15, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 16 at Lynbrook High School, 1280 Johnson Ave. in San Jose. The event is sponsored by the Lynbrook Instrumental Music Boosters, LimbFair@yahoo.com.

Educator speaks to Saratoga parent

Susan Stone Belton, a well-known Bay Area speaker, educator and parenting expert, will speak on "How much is too much for our children?" The event will take place on Nov. 19, 7 p.m., at the Saratoga High School library, 20300 Herriman Ave. She will address how parents can balance the wants versus the needs of their students in today's society.

Westmont presents 'Comedy of Errors'

Westmont High School presents William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22. Mistaken identities create farcical confusion in one of Shakespeare's most hilarious comedies.

All seats are reserved. Adult tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Student ticket price with a Westmont student body card is $6 in advance and $8 at the door. Westmont High School is located at 4805 Westmont Ave., San Jose. For more information, call 408.378.1500 ext. 6258.

Seminar for parents about raising teens

Parents are encouraged to join nationally known author Wayne Rice on Nov. 14 as he talks about how to raise capable and emotionally healthy teenagers and maintain a good parent-to-child relationship. The event runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Los Gatos United Methodist Church, 111 Church St. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door; price includes a workbook. Tickets are available at the Town of Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce and the church office. For information, call 408.354.4730.