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Santa Storytime and Craft at Almaden Library

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Santa StorytimeSanta Storytime and Craft at Almaden Library
Thursday, December 12, 2024
10:15am – 10:45am

Special storytime for children with Santa. Join in for stories, songs, and craft. Photo opportunity afterward. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers!

About Almaden Library Storytime

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages.

Free, with limited capacity.

Seating for Storytime is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A limited number of tickets will be distributed at the Information Desk before Storytime.

This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Location:
Almaden Library
6445 Camden Ave.
San Jose CA 95120
(408) 808-3040

Contact:
Jo-Ann Wang
(408) 808-3070
joann.wang@sjlibrary.org

 

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Leland High School Drama Fall 2024 Production

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Leland High School Drama Fall 2024 ProductionTickets are on sale now for the Leland High School Drama Fall 2024 production of The Importance of Being Earnest, “a trivial comedy for serious people!”

The Importance of Being Earnest is about two friends, Jack and Algernon, who lead double lives, both assuming the identity of a fictional man named “Ernest” to escape societal obligations and pursue love. As it becomes more difficult to keep up their charade, Jack and Algernon find themselves in increasingly ridiculous situations. Along the way, the two friends learn about love, honesty and above all, the importance of being earnest.

Dates and Showtimes:
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 at 4:30pm
Thursday, Nov. 21 at 7:00pm
Friday Nov. 22 at 7:00pm
Saturday Nov. 23 at 7:00pm

Purchase tickets online at: https://lelandhstheater.wixsite.com/lhs-drama/current-show-buy-tickets

Leland High School
6677 Camden Avenue
San Jose, CA, 95120

For more about Leland Drama, go to https://lelandhstheater.wixsite.com/lhs-drama

 

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Les Misérables School Edition at Pioneer High School

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Les Miserables School Edition at Pioneer High SchoolGet your tickets now for Les Misérables School Edition at Pioneer High School! Pioneer High School’s Glue Factory along with the Advanced Drama will be presenting Les Misérables School Edition nightly from Oct. 23-26, 2024 at the Steve Dini Stage at Pioneer High School. Les Misérables School Edition is a version of the classic musical by Alain Boubil and Claude-Michel Schöneberg, based on the novel by Victor Hugo. The Glue Factory Players are a group of adults at Pioneer High School who put on a musical every October to raise money for the school’s drama program.

Reserved seating can be purchased online at phsdrama.ludus.com. General seating will be sold at the door each night starting at 6:30 pm.

Students $7
Seniors $10
Adults $15

All sales are final and will be considered a generous donation.

The Steve Dini Stage at Pioneer High School is located at 1290 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose.

Pioneer High School Drama
1290 Blossom Hill Road
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Halloween Party 2024

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Halloween Party 2024Kids, come in your Halloween costume and join the Almaden Community Center Halloween Party 2024! It will be a fun-filled time with games, delicious treats, crafts, stories, and a chance to decorate your very own pumpkin!

When: Friday, October 25, 2024
Time: 10-11:30 am
Ages: 3-5
Where: Almaden Community Center, 6445 Camden Ave., San Jose, CA 95120

Register in person at the Almaden Community Center or online at www.sjregistration.com for course # 252.2.1300 / $25

 

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Almaden Senior Association Fall 2024 Events

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Almaden Senior Association Fall 2024 EventsRegister now for these fun Almaden Senior Association Fall 2024 Events!

Cache Creek Casino

Take a bus ride to Cache Creek Casino for a day of gaming and food!

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Depart: 8am from Almaden Community Center – Travel time: 2 hrs
Return: Around 6:30pm
Cost: $50 cash or check. You get $20 in free play.

Tickets on sale MWF 8 am – 10 am in the Almaden Community Center lobby. For more information, contact Rich at 408-219-8641.

A September to Remember

Enjoy music of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s by musicians Sandi and Mike Bell. Wear clothes from those eras if you wish, and bring a photo of yourself from back then for display. Lunch includes spaghetti, lasagna, chicken, and antipasto. Peach Bellini’s and dessert included.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, 12pm – 3pm
Cost: Members $22, Non-Members $25, cash or check.

Tickets on sale MWF 8 am – 10 am in the Almaden Community Center lobby. For more information, contact Jeanne at 408-425-5723.

Clue (the play)

You’ve played the board game and seen the movie… now see the play!

A mansion. A murder. A mystery: Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.

Date: Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, 2pm
Location: SJCPA
Cost: $90

For tickets, contact Donna Smith at 408-266-4938 or dsmith95118@sbcglobal.net.

About the Almaden Senior Association

The Almaden Senior Association members are a diverse group of enthusiastic active adults 50+ who enjoy new learning opportunities, experiences, and adventures! Stop by the front desk at the Almaden Community Center and ask for an application. Currently membership is free, and includes the Almaden Senior Association newsletter and discounts on classes through San Jose PRNS.

Almaden Senior Association
At the Almaden Community Center
6445 Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95120
https://almadenseniors.org
https://www.facebook.com/almadenseniors

 

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Almaden Senior Association Beach Party Picnic

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Almaden Senior Association Beach Party PicnicGet your tickets now for the Almaden Senior Association Beach Party Picnic at the Almaden Community Center! The party is on Saturday, July 13th, 2024, from 12-3pm.

Here’s what’s in store:

  • Buffet of spiral wrap sandwiches, mini corn dogs, hot wings, salad, fruit, and cheese plates.
  • Dessert and Island punch.
  • Fun and games such as Connect 4, Cornhole and Jenga.
  • Popcorn as you enter the party.
  • A photo booth to save your memories of the day.
  • Musical entertainment by Pan Extasy steel drum band.

Wear beach attire: bright shirts, shorts, sandals, caftans, sun hats (no bikinis or speedos, please).

Tickets for the Almaden Senior Association Beach Party Picnic are on sale from 8-10am in the lobby of the Almaden Community Center through July 8th or until sold out, $22 for members or $25 for non-members (cash or check only). Call Jeanne at 408-425-5723 for more information.

4th of July 2024 Fireworks Festival at Almaden Lake Park

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4th of July 2024Get ready for family fun at the 9th Annual 4th of July 2024 Fireworks Festival at Almaden Lake Park!

DATE: July 4th, 2024
TIME: Festival starts at 3:00 PM – Fireworks will begin approximately 9:15 PM
LOCATION: Almaden Lake Park

In addition to fabulous fireworks by Blackstar Fireworks, there will be a Fun Zone, a Food Court, and entertainment by The Snarky Cats band! There will also be a half-time show including Comedy Sportz, Patriotic Outfit Awards, National Anthem, and more.

This community event depends on volunteers to make it a success. The Almaden Valley Women’s Club is working with Councilmember Arjun Batra and District 10 to manage this year’s 4th of July Fireworks Festival. To volunteer or to make a donation, go to the festival website: https://sjd10.com/4th-of-july

Contact the District 10 office with any questions: district10@sanjoseca.gov.

Almaden Valley Summer Concert Series 2024

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Almaden Valley Summer Concert Series 2024Get ready for another summer of great live music at the Almaden Valley Summer Concert Series 2024 at Greystone Park!

Thursday July 11, 2024: Houserockers

Thursday July 18, 2024: Joey Oddo – Electric Bass / Blind Pilots

Thursday July 25, 2024: The Iconics

Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024: First Call

Concerts start at 6:30pm and are free entry. Bring your own lawn chairs, drinks, and snacks and enjoy a great evening with your friends and family!

Greystone Park is located at Camden Avenue and Mt. Carmel Drive in the Shadow Brook neighborhood of Almaden Valley.

Almaden Senior Association 2024 Cinco de Mayo Event

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Almaden Senior Association 2024 Cinco de MayoTickets go on sale soon for the Almaden Senior Association 2024 Cinco de Mayo event! The event will be held this year on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 12-3pm.

Come join the excitement for a Cinco de Mayo Mexican Taco Lunch served at noon followed by entertainment by Latin Pop Duo, IndiviDuo.

Tickets go on sale Monday, April 15 from 8-10am and every M,W,F in the lobby of the Almaden Community Center until sold out. $22 for members, $25 for non-members, cash or check.

Call Jeanne for more information at 408.425.5723.

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. Membership offers opportunities to enjoy…

  • Exercise classes for all levels and abilities.
  • Lunch events with entertainment run by members of the association.
  • Trips with local and not so local places of interest.

Stop by the front desk at the Almaden Community Center and ask for an application or apply online here. Annual membership is free, and includes a monthly newsletter with upcoming events and information for our members plus discounts for classes for Active Adults 50+ at the Almaden Community Center. Find out more on the Almaden Senior Association website.

Almaden Senior Association
at the Almaden Community Center
6445 Camden Avenue
San Jose, CA 95120

Pioneer and Leland High School Drama Spring 2024

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Pioneer and Leland High School Drama Spring 2024Tickets are on sale now for the Pioneer and Leland High School Drama Spring 2024 productions!

Pioneer High School Drama presents: West Side Story

Showtimes:
March 22-23, 2024 at 7pm
March 27-30, 2024 at 7pm

Ticket Prices:
Students = $8
Seniors (65+) = $15
Adults = $20

Location:
Pioneer High School Performing Arts Center, Steve Dini Stage
1290 Blossom Hill Road
San Jose, CA 95118

For more information and to purchase tickets:
https://phsdrama.ludus.com/index.php

Leland High School Drama presents: Mean Girls

Showtimes:
April 17, 2024 at 4:30pm
April 18-19, 2024 at 7pm
April 25-27, 2024 at 7pm

Ticket Prices:
ASB = $10
Senior Citizens = $10
Students = $12
General = $15

Location:
Leland High School Cafeteria
6677 Camden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95120

For more information and to purchase tickets:
https://lelandhstheater.wixsite.com/lhs-drama/current-show-buy-tickets