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High Tea at The Almaden Empress – UPDATED 2022

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High Tea

Photo by Per Mosseby

Join us for white glove, silver service High Tea at The Almaden Empress. Listen to the pleasing sounds of chamber music while enjoying a dazzling array of finger sandwiches, fresh seasonal fruit, scones with a selection of preserves, pastries, cakes, tarts, delicious teas, and much more.

You are welcome to dress for the occasion. Ladies, wear one of your hats. Gentlemen, bow ties optional. This event is for adults ages 50 and older, and is brought to you by the Almaden Senior Program.

Tickets go on sale Friday, April 2, 2010 at 10am inside the Almaden Community Center near the sports and fitness desk. $10 for members and $15 for non-members.

The event is at at the Almaden Community Center, Community Room on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 2pm. We hope to see you! [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Almaden Cooking Series – Spring Grilling – UPDATED 2022

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Photo by Naotake Murayama

Want to learn a new dish? Join Chef Barcia, of Almaden Cooking Series, as he cooks up a Rosemary Spring Lamb with all the fixings. This is a hands-on cooking class for adults ages 18 and older.

The class is being held at the Almaden Community Center, Community Room and Kitchen. Saturday, June 5, 2010, 10am-12pm. $55 for residents / $59 for non residents. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

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

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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]

Free Solar Power Seminars by Akeena Solar – Spring 2010 – UPDATED 2022

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Akeena SolarAkeena Solar is holding free educational solar power seminars in Almaden Valley. The following topics will be covered:

  • How a solar power system works
  • Residential solar system case study
  • Optimized solar energy photovoltaic system
  • Return on investment, rebates, incentives, and financial strategies
  • How to choose a solar power solution
  • Go solar now for as low as $1,000 down

The seminar is being held at UNWINED Wine Bar in Almaden Valley. Attend Tuesday, March 23, 2010 or Tuesday, April 6, 2010 from 7-8pm. Pre-register today: [EVENT IS CLOSED]

2010 Citywide Youth Track Meet in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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The 2010 Citywide Youth Track Meet is being held in Almaden Valley. The meet is free for all participants, and is being sponsored by the City of San Jose and the San Jose Police Amateur Athletic Foundation.

The meet is for boys and girls ages 9 to 14, and includes various running races (50, 100, 200, 400, 800, and 1600 meter and 4 x 100 meter relay), standing long jump, and softball throw.

The meet is at Leland High School on Saturday, May 8, 2010. Registration is from 8am to 9am, and the events from 9am to 3pm.

The top three winners in each event, with the exception of relay teams, will participate in the Hershey’s Nor-Cal State Track Meet, which will be held at Oak Grove High School on Saturday, June 19, 2010.

More information about the 2010 Citywide Youth Track Meet:

  • Citywide Sports
  • Meet Flier
  • Registration Form
  • Meet Schedule

Or contact Judi Baxter, Track Meet Director, at Judibax@sonic.net or (707) 546-3986. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Mad Science 2010 Summer Camps in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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Mad ScienceMad Science summer camps offer a daily combination of in-class science discovery and exploration, outdoor games, and hands-on application of the scientific principles presented. Campers create a take-home project every day of camp. The following camps are being held at Almaden Community Center:

  • Wacky Robots & Widgets (ages 7-12): June 21-25, 2010, 9am-3pm
  • NASA: Journey Into Outer Space (ages 5-7): July 6-9, 2010, 9am-12pm
  • Jet Cadets (ages 5-7): July 12-16, 2010, 9am-3pm
  • Spy Academy (ages 5-7): July 19-23, 2010, 9am-3pm
  • “Fizz”cal Phenomena & Che-Mystery (ages 5-7): August 2-6, 2010, 9am-3pm

Learn more and register now. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Retirement Investment Strategies Workshop in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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Delbar JahanianLearn strategies for managing your investments and achieving your financial goals during retirement. This free workshop will cover a variety of financial planning topics, including taxes, inflation, outliving your income, and portfolio management.

The workshop is being lead by Delbar Jahanian, CMFC and Financial Advisor, at Waddell & Reed in Campbell, CA.

The workshop is being held in Almaden Valley at the Almaden Library, Program Room. Tuesday, April 27, 2010 from 6:30pm-7:45pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Friday Night Salsa Dancing in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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Almaden YogaNew Salsa dancing on Friday nights! Learn the energetic and rhythmic moves of Salsa – while having lots of fun – right here in Almaden Valley. After dancing, enjoy some wine at UNWINED wine bar or dinner at Elements Restaurant. UNWINED is offering 50% off your first glass of wine. The drop-in fee for the lesson and dancing is $15 per person. At Almaden Yoga, beginning Friday, April 9, 2010, 7-8pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Pioneer High School Baseball 2010 Alumni Game & 50th Anniversary Celebration – UPDATED 2022

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Pioneer High School MustangsPioneer High School baseball program will be holding its 2010 alumni baseball game and celebrating its 50th anniversary. This memorable event includes hit-a-thon fundraiser, BBQ, home run derby, and an alumni vs. alumni baseball game. All Pioneer baseball alums are encouraged to come out and enjoy a great day with former teammates and relive the good old days on the diamond.

The event is at Pioneer High School on Saturday, April 3, 2010. The hit-a-thon fundraiser is 9:00am to 11:30am, BBQ and home run derby 11:30am to 1:00pm, and alumni game 1:00pm to last out. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Hike in Almaden Quicksilver County Park – UPDATED 2022

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AllTrailsThe San Jose Hiking Meetup Group is hiking 8.5 miles of trails in Almaden Quicksilver County Park. The hike will last approximately four hours, and has a difficulty rating of moderate/strenuous.

The group is meeting at the park entrance on McAbee Road and Whispering Pines Drive in Almaden Valley on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 9:30am. More information about the hike is available on AllTrails. [EVENT IS CLOSED]