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83% Off 10 Classes at Almaden Yoga Via Groupon ($120 Value) – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Almaden YogaAlmaden Yoga is offering 83% off a 10-class package via Groupon. At the time of this writing, there is 1 day, 10 hours, and 40 minutes left to buy. This Groupon is valid for new students only.

Almaden Yoga offers a variety of classes for students at all levels, from beginners to advanced. Classes include Meditation, Intro to Hatha, Yoga Basics, Yin, Medicine Yoga, Hatha, Yoga Tone, Iyengar / Iyenger Flow, Flow, Intro to Power Yoga, and Prenatal Yoga. View the schedule of classes.

Almaden Yoga has qualified and dedicated instructors. The studio environment is clean, and has cool wood floors and serene plants that create an ideal atmosphere for Yoga.

Anuja Chaudhri, Almaden Yoga Owner and Instructor, just posted an article welcoming all of the new Groupon members to the Almaden Yoga blog. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

2011 Weekly Class Schedule for Lord of the Light Art Studio & Gallery in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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photo: Lord of the Light Art Studio & GalleryLord of the Light Art Studio & Gallery offers weekly art classes throughout the year, including the Summer months of June, July, and August. Students attend an average of four classes per month.

Lord of the Light Art Studio & Gallery teaches students the fundamentals of fine art. The studio has a unique curriculum that is designed to bring out and develop a student’s imagination and creativity. The program will help your child experience new freedom and give your child a new love for art.

Following is the weekly class schedule for 2011:

Monday
1st – 7th Grade, 3:25pm – 4:55pm
Internship & Portfolio Class (7th-12th Grade), 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Pre-Advanced & Portfolio Class (7th-12th Grade), 6:35pm – 8:05pm

Tuesday
1st – 7th Grade, 3:25pm – 4:55pm
1st – 7th Grade, 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Advanced & Portfolio Class (7th-12th Grade), 6:35pm – 8:05pm

Wednesday
1st – 7th Grade, 3:25pm – 4:55pm
Pre-Advanced Class (7th-12th Grade), 5:00pm – 6:30pm
1st – 7th Grade, 6:35pm – 8:05pm

Thursday
1st – 7th Grade, 3:25pm – 4:55pm
Pre-Advanced Class (7th-12th Grade), 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Pre-Advanced & Portfolio Class (7th-12th Grade), 6:35pm – 8:05pm

Friday
1st – 7th Grade, 3:25pm – 4:55pm
Pre-Advanced Class (7th-12th Grade), 5:00pm – 6:30pm
1st – 7th Grade, 6:35pm – 8:05pm

Saturday
1st – 12th Grade: 10:45am – 12:15pm
1st – 12th Grade: 1:15pm – 2:45pm

You can register your child at the Lord of the Light Art Studio & Gallery located in the Old Almaden Plaza next to Sonoma Chicken Coop in Almaden Valley or call the studio at 408-997-3112. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Almaden Cares Meeting to Discuss Smart Driving for Teens – UPDATED 2022

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image: almaden caresAlmaden Cares meetings are open to all who want to help save the lives of kids on the streets and roads in Almaden Valley.

At the meetings the group provides an update on the most recent accomplishments, discusses plans, and talks about how it can increase community involvement. The meetings are open to all adults and students.

Almaden Cares is a small group of community members who have joined together in response to the many tragic and horrific car collisions involving teenage drivers in Almaden Valley.

The goal of Almaden Cares is to raise the consciousness of pre-teens, teens, and parents regarding the causes of catastrophic accidents involving teen drivers.

The organization wants everyone who gets behind the wheel of a car and everyone who rides as a passenger to make good decisions about their own safety as well as the safety of those around them.

Almaden Cares invites you to join them in this community effort. The next meeting is at the Offices of Alain Pinel, 1071 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose, on Tuesday, March 8, 2011, from 7-8pm. Along with a special guest speaker, the group will discuss recent progress with community partners, its new website, and related issues. Help make this endeavor a continuing success – go and share your ideas and thoughts. [EVENT IS CLOSED

Below is a new Almaden Cares advertisement promoting the theme of smart driving for kids:

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Mad Science 2011 Summer Camps at Almaden Community Center – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Mad Science Summer CampsMad Science is holding several summer camps in Almaden Valley. All Mad Science camps are for children ages 5 to 12.

Mad Science camps help spark the imagination and curiosity of children by providing them with fun, entertaining, and educational activities.

The camps instill a clearer understanding of what science is really about and how it affects the world around them.

The following Mad Science summer camps are available at the Almaden Community Center. All camps have half day (9am to 12pm) and full day (9am to 3pm) options, with the exception of the NASA camp, which is half day only.

  • Spy Academy, June 20-24, 2011
  • Jet Cadets, July 5-8, 2011
  • Fizzical Phenomena & Chemistry, July 18-22, 2011
  • NASA: Journey Into Outer Space, August 1-5, 2011
  • Wacky Robots & Widgets, August 8-12, 2011

These Mad Science camps are offered through the Almaden Community Center. You can register online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Internet Safety Seminar for Parents in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Common Sense MediaCommon Sense Media is providing an Internet Safety Seminar in Almaden Valley. This seminar will address issues such as cyberbullying, texting, and social networking. The event is for parents only.

The Internet is social for preteens and teens. Kids at this age still need parental guidance on how to conduct themselves online. You will learn how to help your child become responsible digital citizens, which will ultimately keep them safe online.

Common Sense Media is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that provides trustworthy information and tools, as well as an independent forum, so that families have a choice and a voice about the media they consume.

The seminar is at Bret Harte Middle School in Almaden Valley on March 16, 2011, from 7-8pm. Mark your calendars! [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Therese Swan, Almaden Valley Realtor, Sponsors AccessAlmaden – UPDATED 2022

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Therese SwanAs a sponsor of AccessAlmaden, Therese Swan helps make it possible for residents of Almaden Valley to easily learn about all of the fun and interesting events and activities happening in their community.

Therese is a Realtor with Alain Pinel Realtors, and is focused on Almaden Valley real estate. [UPDATE: Compass purchased Alain Pinel Realtors in spring of 2019, and Therese is now a Realtor with Compass.] You may recognize Therese’s name through her ongoing involvement in the Almaden Valley community, as well as her numerous Almaden listings and sales.

According to Multiple Listing Service data, Therese is the #1 Real Estate Agent for Almaden Valley in 2009 and 2010 for both total number of homes sold as well as total dollar volume. [UPDATE: Therese has been the #1 Almaden Valley Real Estate Agent each year from 2009-2021. During each of these years she has sold more homes in Almaden than any other Agent, as measured by Dollars per Agent per Year. Data from Multiple Listing Service.]

Therese’s unique mix of sales and analytical abilities, proven market tenure, and personal brand recognition in Almaden Valley gives her clients a distinct advantage and positive experience when buying and selling their homes in the area.

For the past two years Therese has made generous donations to a number of Almaden Valley elementary schools. She supports Williams Elementary School by promoting its Annual Crab and Pasta Feed, which is the school’s biggest fundraising event of the year. She also makes contributions to our community through sponsorships of the Williams Wins Foundation, Graystone Spring Celebration, and Almaden Country School Yearbook.

Prior to becoming involved in real estate, Therese worked in the high tech industry, starting as a programmer and eventually growing into a top sales performer for both software and high-end business and technology consulting services. She leverages both her technology background and vast network of contacts when marketing and selling Almaden Valley homes for her clients.

logo: Therese Swan

Therese’s personal network extends beyond Almaden Valley and greater Bay Area to an international audience of potential home buyers and sellers through the leading real estate companies of the world and Alain Pinel’s own luxury home division, Luxury Portfolio. In fact, just this month she consummated a deal with buyers from overseas on one of her high-end listings.

Contact Therese today if you plan to buy or sell a home in Almaden Valley or the surrounding area. You can reach her at 408-656-8240 or tswan@tswan.com.

Spring 2011 Activity Guide for Almaden Community Center – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Almaden Community Center Activity Guide[CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS TO MORE RECENT ALMADEN COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITY GUIDE.]

San Jose Parks Recreation & Neighborhood Services has released its City Wide Activity Guide for Spring 2011.

The Activity Guide includes all of the programs and classes planned for the Almaden Community Center in Spring 2011.

Almaden Valley residents have a variety of activities from which to choose. There’s something for everyone – from toddlers to seniors.

Choose from arts and crafts, camps, dance, early childhood recreation, education and enrichment, health and fitness, music, sports leagues and drop-ins, cooking, specialty programs, senior programs and events, and family events.

Registration for Spring 2011 activities begins on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at 10am. You can register online.

Almaden Valley to Host 4th Annual / 2011 Battle of the Bands Competition Finale – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Battle of the BandsThe Battle of the Bands concert finale is back! The top five finalists for the 4th Annual / 2011 Battle of the Bands will compete for prizes in a live concert here in Almaden Valley.

You are invited to attend this exciting live concert showcasing local talented bands and solo musicians from throughout San Jose.

Each of the five finalists will have up to 20 minutes to perform their set in front of an audience and judging panel of local music experts. The judging panel will determine the grand prize winner of the competition.

The Battle of the Bands concert is at Almaden Branch Library and Community Center on Saturday, March 19, 2011 from 3-6pm.

Get the latest contest details for this year’s Battle of the Bands. The last day to submit participation entries is Saturday, February 19, 2011. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

See the coverage by San Jose Mercury News of this year’s Battle of the Bands competition.

Meet Smokey the Bear and Learn About Fire Safety in Almaden Valley UPDATED 2022

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Smokey the Bear and Santa Clara County FireSafe Council are coming to Almaden Valley!

This special event features stories, songs, and essential information about fire prevention and fire safety. And an opportunity for the kids to meet Smokey the Bear! This will be a fun and educational event for kids of all ages.

Almaden Fire SafetyThe Santa Clara County FireSafe Council is a non-profit organization composed of individuals, public and private agencies, and private sector businesses that share a common interest in preventing and reducing losses from wildfires.

This event is at the Almaden Branch Library on Wednesday, February 23, 2011, from 12:00-12:30pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Learn the Art and Science of Professional Trail Work in Almaden Quicksilver Park – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Almaden Quicksilver ParkHelp the expert County Parks Trail Crew with new trail construction, tread work, and brushing.

Work along some of the most beautiful and pristine trails in Santa Clara Valley while learning the art and science of professional trail work. No special skills are required but the work may be moderately strenuous.

This volunteer work day will focus on brushing trails near the Mockingbird entrance of the Almaden Quicksilver Park. Tools, work gloves, and snacks will be provided. Please bring your own water bottle, which we can refill for you.

The mission of the Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department is to provide, protect, and preserve regional park lands for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of current and future generations.

This event is at the Mockingbird entrance of Almaden Quicksilver County Park on Saturday, February 12, 2011, from 9:15am to 11:30am. RSVP online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

View the Almaden Quicksilver Historic Trail Guide.