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Almaden Community Center Spring 2024 Activity Guide

Almaden Community Center Spring 2024 Activity GuideThe Almaden Community Center Spring 2024 Activity Guide is now available, and it’s loaded with all kinds of exciting classes, workshops, break camps, summer camps, and more! See what classes are being offered in Arts & Crafts, Dance, Education & Enrichment, Health & Fitness, and Sports. There are so many great options to pick from, for preschoolers through Active Adults 50+. Spring 2024 season and 2024 summer camp registration will open Saturday, Feb. 24 at 10am. Early registration for scholarship eligible participants will be in person on Wednesday Feb. 14 at 10am. Registration for Active Adult members will begin online and in person on Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 10am.

For additional information about any Almaden Community Center classes, camps, and programs, call the Almaden Community Center at 408-268-1133. The Almaden Community Center is located at 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose, CA 95120.

Almaden Valley Holiday Events 2023

Almaden Valley Holiday Events 2023It’s that time of year for these family-fun Almaden Valley holiday events 2023!

Winter Wonderland Holiday FUNdraiser

Date: Saturday, December 9, 2023
Time: 11 am – 1 pm
Location: Almaden Parents’ Pre-School (APPS), 5805 Cahalan Avenue, San Jose

Games, food, raffle, cookie decorating, live music, Santa photos, silent auction, and more!
Plus, a special door prize drawing for a woom Original bike!

Almaden Community Center North Pole Party

Date: Friday Dec. 15, 2023
Time: 10 am – 11:30 am
Location: Almaden Community Center, 6445 Camden Ave, San Jose

Make the holidays extra special with this fun-filled holiday party that will transport your child to the North Pole. The North Pole Party includes food, singing, art activities, and even a special gift from the North Pole. Come and see the Almaden Community Center transformed into a winter wonderland! Tickets are $25. Registration required at sjregistration.com (activity #252.3.1400) or call 408.268.1133.

Almaden Community Center Breakfast with Santa

Date: Saturday Dec. 16, 2023
Time: 9:30 am – noon
Location: Almaden Community Center, 6445 Camden Ave, San Jose

The Almaden Community Center is hosting its annual Breakfast with Santa event on Saturday December 16th. A special holiday breakfast will be served and guests can participate in seasonal arts and crafts. During the event, there will be a visit from Santa! This event is open to people of all ages. Tickets are $18 per person and include breakfast and a photo with Santa. Registration required at sjregistration.com (activity #252.3.1300) or call 408.268.1133.

Almaden Community Center Winter 2024 Activity Guide

Almaden Community Center Winter 2024 Activity GuideThe Almaden Community Center Winter 2024 Activity Guide is now available! See what classes are being offered in Arts & Crafts, Dance, Sports, and more. There are new LEGO® workshops and even a Robotics with LEGO Spike winter camp! There are so many great options to pick from, for preschoolers through Active Adults 50+. Most activities start in January, but the guide also has information about holiday events, so take a look and register now!

In addition to holiday events and winter classes, the Almaden Community Center Winter 2024 Activity Guide has registration information for the Valentine’s Day Painting Party (kids 3-5) and Camp San Jose Presidents Break Camp at Almaden Community Center that runs Tuesday-Friday 2/30-2/23. There’s also information about Citywide Fitness programs for ages 14-55+, which include drop-in volleyball, basketball, badminton, and table tennis.

For additional information about any of these classes and programs, call the Almaden Community Center at 408-268-1133. The Almaden Community Center is located at 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose, CA 95120.

Almaden Senior Association Events for Fall 2023

From monthly dinner and luncheon events, to trips and special interests – the Almaden Senior Association has something year-round for everyone. Here is a list of upcoming Almaden Senior Association events for Fall 2023.

Afternoon Mystery TheaterAlmaden Senior Association Mystery Theater

Murder is a Fine Art

Saturday, September 23, 2023

A catered buffet lunch will be served at 12pm followed by mystery theater. The play takes place in an art gallery. Actors will portray the murder mystery and then you’ll participate with those at your table to figure out “Who Done It?”

Price: $22

Tickets are available MWF from 8 – 10am in the Almaden Community Center lobby.

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Cache Creek CasinoCache Creek Casino

Take a bus ride to Cache Creek Casino. $20 free play with players card

Travel time: 2hrs

Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Depart: 9:00am

Return: Around 6:30pm

Cost: $50

If interested, call Rich, 408-219-8641

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Diwali, the Festival of LightsAlmaden Senior Association Diwali

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of India’s most important and colorful celebrations.

On Saturday, October 21, 2023, the Almaden Senior Association will host their Diwali Celebration from 4 – 7pm at the Almaden Community Center.

Festivities will feature beautiful decorations, a flavorful multi-course Indian dinner, Bollywood dances, and drawings for gift baskets and gift cards.

Ticket sales begin September 27 and are available MWF from 8 – 10am in the Almaden Community Center lobby. Tickets are $22 ACC members and family, $25 non-members. A table can be reserved with a purchase of 8 tickets.

For more information, call Narender 408-623-3106 or Jeanne 408-425-5723.

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About the Almaden Senior Association

The Almaden Senior Association is an all-volunteer organization of Active Adults (50+) which initiates, supports and promotes programs and activities for the active adult population at the City-operated Almaden Community Center. The Association works in collaboration with City staff responsible for operating the Center. The Association meets monthly on the first Wednesday of each month. Find out more on their website here.

Almaden Community Center 2023 Fall Activity Guide

Almaden Community Center 2023 Fall Activity GuideThe Almaden Community Center 2023 Fall Activity Guide is now available! See what classes are being offered in Arts & Crafts, Dance, Education & Enrichment, and Sports. There are so many great options to pick from, for preschoolers through Active Adults 50+. Most activities start in September, so register now!

In addition to fall classes, the Almaden Community Center 2023 Fall Activity Guide has registration information for 2023-2024 school year programs including San Jose Recreation Preschool and R.O.C.K. Afterschool. You can also register for Fall Break Camp, which runs from October 2-6, as well as for Citywide Fitness programs for ages 14-55+, including drop-in volleyball, basketball, and table tennis.

For additional information about any of these classes and programs, call the Almaden Community Center at 408-268-1133. The Almaden Community Center is located at 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose, CA 95120.

Almaden Community Center 2023 Summer Activity Guide

Almaden Community Center 2023 Summer Activity GuideThe Almaden Community Center 2023 Summer Activity Guide is now available! See what classes are being offered in Arts & Crafts, Dance, and Sports. You can also register for Camp San Jose, Camp San Jose Jr., F.I.T. Camp, and a number of other summer camps. There are offerings for all ages, from preschoolers through Active Adults 50+. Most camps start in June, so register now!

In addition to summer programs, the Almaden Community Center 2023 Summer Activity Guide has registration information for 2023-2024 school year programs including San Jose Recreation Preschool and R.O.C.K. Afterschool.

For more information about upcoming classes, camps, and school year programs, call the Almaden Community Center at 408-268-1133. The Almaden Community Center is located at 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose, CA 95120.

Almaden Community Center 2023 Spring Activity Guide

Almaden Community Center Spring 2023 Activity GuideThe Almaden Community Center 2023 Spring Activity Guide is now available! General registration for community center classes, spring break camp and a wide variety of summer camps opens Feb. 25 at 10am. You can register in person at Almaden Community Center or online at www.sjregistration.com.

Dozens of week-long full- and half-day summer camps will take place at the Almaden Community Center or at neighboring parks. Camp instructors are from Mad Science of the Bay, Play-Well TEKnologies, Dance Arts Academy, Young Rembrandts, Futsal Kings, Skyhawks Sports Academy, Engineering for Kids, and more.

Early registration for Active Adults 50+ begins online and in person on Wednesday Feb. 22 at 10am. From creative crafts to pickleball, there’s something for everyone!

The Almaden Community Center is located at 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose, CA 95120. For more information about classes, camps or health guidelines, call the Almaden Community Center at 408-268-1133.

Harvest Festival at Almaden Community Center

Harvest Festival at Almaden Community CenterThe Almaden Community Center is hosting its 15th Annual Harvest Festival this weekend, on Saturday, October 15th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. This is an event that you can enjoy with the entire family, but it’s extra special for kids.

Create beautiful harvest themed arts and crafts items at the arts-n-crafts area, play carnival games, find pumpkins for your fall decor at the pumpkin patch or experience some freaky, scary moments at the haunted hallway.

For more information call: 408-268-1133.

Drop-In-Sports Back at the Almaden Community Center

Drop in sports at almaden community centerGreat news for the community! Drop-in-sports are back at the Almaden Community Center. You can play Volleyball on Friday nights, and Basketball and Table-Tennis from 9am to 12pm on Saturday mornings.

Location:
Volleyball: at the Gym. Hours: Fridays – 6pm to 8pm.
Basketball: at the Gym. Hours: Saturdays – 9am to 12noon.
Table-Tennis: at the Community Room. Hours: Saturdays – 9am to 12noon.

Drop-in pricing:
Adults: $5.50 per session (Monthly: $27, Annual: $145)
Youth (14+), Seniors and Disabled: $2.75 per session (Monthly: $21, Annual $145)

For more information, call the Almaden Community Center at (408) 268-1133, or visit:
https://www.sanjoseca.gov/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/4/2028

Almaden Community Center and Happy Hollow Celebrate Seniors

Celebrate SeniorsAlmaden Community Center Courtyard Carnival

May is Older Americans Month and the Almaden Community Center is celebrating Almaden’s seniors this week with a special event: the Almaden Community Center Courtyard Carnival. Seniors over 50 are welcome to enjoy activities and games with prizes. Those in need can also access resources for seniors.

Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022
Time: 11:15 am – 12:30 pm
Venue: Courtyard, Almaden Community Center
For more information call 408-268-1133

Senior SafariSenior Safari at the Happy Hollow Park and Zoo

Happy Hollow Park and Zoo’s Senior Safari is back this year. So if you’d like to get some love from animals, head over to the Happy Hollow Park and Zoo for a little petting time. Seniors 50+ can enjoy free early entry into the park and zoo (before 10:00 am) to meet and greet animals and other activities! The first of six free events is this week, May 26. Additional dates are June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22 and October 27.

Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022
Time: 9 a.m. onwards
For free parking and free early entry come before 10:00 am; can stay all day.
For more information visit happyhollow.org/seniorsafari or call 408-794-6400