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Register for the Almaden Valley Girls Softball League 2011 Season – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Almaden Valley Girls Softball Leagure (AVGSL)Almaden Valley Girls Softball League (AVGSL) registration is now open.

AVGSL offers a fun, positive environment for players to learn and expand their softball skills.

The league promotes a sense of belonging for everyone, and emphasizes teamwork and a sense of individual success.

AVGSL is affiliated with the San Jose Police Activities League (PAL) and Amateur Softball Association (ASA).

Registration will remain open until January 31, 2011. The price is $175 per player for all divisions. You can register online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Visit AVGSL for more information about age requirements, divisions, volunteering, field locations, practice schedules, and more.

Star Party and Heavenly Story Time in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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Photo by NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Join the San Jose Astronomical Association for Stories Under the Stars and Star Party.

From the stargazing station telescopes, see Jupiter, Ring Nebula, Great Global Cluster in Hercules, Coathanger, Albireo, and other show objects of the autumn sky.

The event is at the Almaden Library and Community Center on Tuesday, November 16, 2010, from 5:30-8:00pm. Story time starts at 5:30pm, followed by the star party at 6:00pm. For more information, call 408-808-3040. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Check out the star party etiquette and helpful tips. You can also subscribe to Ephemeris, San Jose Astronomical Association’s monthly newsletter.

Winter 2011 Almaden Community Center Activity Guide – UPDATED 2022

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photo: 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 Citywide Activity Guide for Winter 2011. The guide includes all of the activities planned for the Almaden Community Center.

Almaden Valley residents have a variety of activities to choose from, including the following: arts and crafts, camps, dance, early childhood recreation, education and enrichment, health and fitness, music and theater, sports leagues and drop-ins, cooking, specialty programs, senior programs and events, and family events.

Registration begins Saturday, December 11, 2010. Programs and classes begin the week of January 18, 2011. Download the guide and register online.

View the most recent Almaden Community Center Activity Guide.

3rd Annual / 2010 “Almaden Valley’s Run, Turkey, Run!” – Fun Runs and Shoe Drive – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Almaden Valley's Run, Turkey, Run!
Join Almaden Valley’s Run, Turkey, Run! on Thanksgiving Day for its annual fun run and shoe drive benefiting Soles4Souls. The race features 5K and 10K courses, with a combined start. Walkers are also welcome!

Registration for the event is free. Participants are asked to donate a pair of new or gently worn shoes for those in need. Shoe donations will be accepted from 7:30 to 10:30am on race day. Tax deductible donations are also accepted; all proceeds benefit Soles4Souls.

Almaden Valley’s Run, Turkey, Run! is a non-profit organization established by a group of Almaden Valley residents to foster community commitment to personal health and welfare, and community involvement and giving.

Almaden Valley’s Run, Turkey, Run! event offers sponsorship opportunities to local businesses, and volunteer opportunities to anyone who wishes to support the cause. Contact AVRTR at avrtr10k@gmail.com for more information about sponsoring or volunteering for the event.

The race starts at Leland High School on Thursday, November 25, 2010, from 8:30-10:30am. Bibs must be picked up prior to race start; they will not be mailed. Bib pick-up starts at 7:30am.

We hope to see you on race day! You can register online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Rain, A Tribute to the Beatles – UPDATED 2022

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Broadway San Jose is presenting the bay area debut of “Rain, A Tribute to the Beatles”. This award-winning concert is described as a multi-media experience, with music and vocals performed live. For more information, visit http://www.broadwaysanjose.com/shows/rain.html. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Register for the Almaden Little League 2011 Baseball Season – UPDATED 2022

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logo: almaden little league baseballIt’s almost time to register for the Almaden Little League 2011 baseball season! Almaden Little League is for players ages 4 through 18 years old, in T-Ball through Big League. A player’s age is determined as of April 30, 2011. More information about the league’s division levels. You can also sign-up to be a manager, coach, umpire, or volunteer.

Registration is at the Almaden Golf and Country Club on Monday, November 22, 2010 and Tuesday, November 23, 2010, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm each night. The price is $225 per player.

To qualify for Almaden Little League you must live in one of the following zip codes: 95120, 95141, or 95042. Download the official registration flier for further details. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Mysterious Mountain Lions in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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photo: mountain lion

Photo by Doug Reynaud, Open Space Authority Technician

Did you know that mountain lions are the fourth largest cat in the world? An adult male may be more than eight feet long from nose to the end of his tail.

Join Teri Rogoway, Open Space Interpreter, from the Santa Clara County Open Space Authority, for an evening of exploring these mysterious and incredible animals.

Learn what they eat and how they hunt, where and when you may spot one, and what to do if you encounter one while hiking.

The presentation is at the Almaden Library on Tuesday, October 26, 2010, 6:30pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]