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CreaTV San Jose’s 2010 Party – “A Taste of Things to Come” – UPDATED 2022

[post card: a taste of things to come] CreaTV San Jose, a non-profit, public benefit corporation serving the City of San Jose, invites you to attend its 2nd Annual May Party – A Taste of Things to Come.

This is an evening that will tickle your taste buds and whet your appetite for exciting things to come to CreaTV San Jose.

The party will feature award‐winning local wines, scrumptious hors d’oeuvres, decadent chocolate, inspired music, great company and a few surprises.

All proceeds for this event will help support CreaTV San Jose’s mission is to inspire, educate, and connect San Jose communities, using media to foster civic and social engagement.

The party is at Sonoma Chicken Coop in Almaden Valley on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 from 5:30 to 8:00pm. The price is $25 per person in advance, and $35 per person at the door. You can purchase tickets online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Floral Fantasy Champagne Brunch at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club – UPDATED 2022

[logo: assistance league] The Assistance League of San Jose is holding its Floral Fantasy Fundraiser. This event features a brunch and flower design presentation by Kren Rasmussen, owner of Bloomster’s Floral Designs in Almaden Valley.

All proceeds from this event benefit the Philanthropic Programs of the Assistance League of San Jose, which serves children in need and seniors in our community. Floral Fantasy is always a sold out event. Members and guests are encouraged to purchase tickets early to secure their reservation.

The Floral Fantasy event is at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club on Thursday, April 29, 2010, 10am-12pm. For more information, contact Barb Nobler at 408-268-7189. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

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95120 Nights! with Almaden Lifestyle Magazine – UPDATED 2022

95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine is holding its 95120 Nights! – an evening of mingling for Almaden Valley residents, business owners, and the 95120 Magazine team and advertisers. Entertainment will be provided by Randy Lira, Owner of RPM Productions, an interactive MC and DJ entertainment service for weddings, parties, and special events. Amato Pizzeria is offering 15% off food for the evening.

The 95120 Nights! event is at Amato Pizzeria in Almaden Valley on Monday, April 26, 2010 from 6-11pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Candidates for Santa Clara County District One Supervisor Coming to Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

Almaden Valley Community Association

The Almaden Valley Community Association (AVCA) is sponsoring an Election Forum for Santa Clara County District One Supervisor Candidates. The candidates are on the campaign trail and their stopping in Almaden Valley. Come hear each candidate’s statements and answers to your questions.

Five candidates will be participating in the forum, including: Teresa Alvarado, Peter Arellano, Tom Kruse, Mike Wasserman, and Forrest Williams. The position is currently held by Don Gage, whose term ends December 31, 2010.

The forum will be moderated by Ron Blake, AVCA President. The forum is being held at the Almaden Community Center, Community Room, on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 from 7-9pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

San Jose Chief of Police to Discuss Issues Concerning Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

San Jose Chief of Police, Rob DavisAlmaden Valley Community Association (AVCA) is hosting Rob Davis, San Jose Chief of Police. He will be discussing issues concerning Almaden Valley and its residents. The meeting is being held at the Almaden Community Center on Monday, March 8, 2010, from 7-8pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Relay for Life of Almaden: Community Walk Against Cancer – UPDATED 2022

Relay for LifeRelay for Life of Almaden. Community Walk Against Cancer. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society. At Leland High School. Starts Saturday, 6/12/2010 at 10am and ends Sunday, 6/13/2010 at 10am. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Almaden Kiwanis Day at the Races – UPDATED 2022

Almaden Kiwanis Day at the Races. At Golden Gate Fields inside the Turf Club. Saturday, 2/6/2010, Gates open at 11am. The last race is at 5pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Book Sale Fundraiser Benefiting the Almaden Library – UPDATED 2022

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Spring 2010 book sale fundraiser benefiting the Almaden Library. More than 50 tables filled with books (fiction, non-fiction, children’s, foreign language, etc.), CDs, DVDs, audio books, and VHS tapes.

The price is right: 50 cents for paperbacks, $1 for hardcovers, and a few dollars more for a number of excellent special books, such as quality coffee table books. You can get a real deal from 2-3pm: “Bag-of-Books for $5.” Yes, just $5 for as many books as you can fit into a brown grocery bag.

All proceeds go to the Almaden Branch Library for additions to their collection, special programs, and any other library needs. The book sale is made possible by Friends of the Almaden Library.

The sale will be inside the Almaden Library Community Room on Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 9am-3pm. More: [EVENT IS CLOSED]