Almaden Valley’s Montevideo Neighborhood 2013 4th of July Parade
Looking for something to do for 4th of July and want to stay in Almaden Valley? Montevideo Homeowners Association is holding its 2013 / 45th Annual 4th of July Parade.
Almaden Valley Summer Concert Series in the Park for 2013
Almaden Valley Summer Concert Series for 2013 offers a great evening of Summertime musical enjoyment. The 2013 Concert Series will be held every Thursday, July 11 through August 1 from 6:30-8:00pm.
This year’s line-up of bands will play Top 40, R&B, Motown, Big Band, Party Music, Classic Rock, and the Beatles. Relax and listen to some great music. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic dinner, and ice coolers. Fun for the whole family! The concerts are free for everyone to enjoy.
South Bay Guitar Duo Playing at Almaden Community Center
Almaden Branch Public Library will present a holiday concert by the acclaimed South Bay Guitar Duo on Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 2pm.
Several selections and a special sing-a-long will be performed by Ben Zussman and Jerry Snyder. Reservations are not required. Come and enjoy this free holiday event!
Holiday Concert Presented by Leland High School’s Music Department
Leland High School’s Music Department will present its holiday concert on December 12 and 13 from 7 to 9pm. Tickets will be $5 at the door.
The concert on December 12 will feature the choir and jazz band, while the following evening’s performance will include pieces performed by the wind ensemble and orchestra.
Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream Coming to Almaden
The Almaden Branch Library will host a FREE production of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on Saturday, November 17 at 2:30pm. The event will be hosted in the Community Room in the Almaden Library and Community Center.
Meet Thriller Author Hannah Jayne at the Almaden Library
Almaden Branch Library will be hosting a “Meet the Author” event in the program room on Friday, October 19, 2012 at 4pm.
Thriller author Hannah Jayne will lead a workshop for community members interested in learning more about the life of an author. Jayne’s trilogy of novels is known as the “Underworld Detection Agency Chronicles,” and individual titles include Under Wraps, Under Attack, and Under Suspicion.
From the Fun File: Pictures of New Almaden Mining Museum & Cottages
Photo by AVCr8teur
Everyone once in a while we like to post about fun stuff that is sent to us or that we stumble upon. Enjoy these beautiful pictures!
New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum
Historic New Almaden Valley Cottages
Almaden Valley to Host San Jose’s Citywide 2012 Teen Talent Show Finale – UPDATED 2022
Watch teens ages 12-18 perform in the 2012 Teen Talent Show finale. Performances may include singing, dancing, comedy, magic, or other special talent.
All performers are the first and second place winners of the six local branch competitions. Each individual or group contestant will perform for up to 5 minutes.
5th Annual New Almaden Music Festival
Grampa’s Chili
5th Annual New Almaden Music Festival boasts original musical acts, dancing, poetry, and great food – all in beautiful, historic New Almaden! Barbeque and beverages will also be available for purchase.
All proceeds benefit Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS), and Chronic Cerebrospinal Venous Insufficiency (CCSVI) research. (Rachel Quilter talks about the 5th Annual New Almaden Music) [VIDEO NO LONGER AVAILABLE]
From the Fun File: Southern Pacific’s Almaden Branch Lines
Collection of Robert Bowdidge: SP Engineering Drawings
Every once in a while we like to post about fun stuff that is sent to us or that we stumble upon.
This one is for you history buffs and those of you who are nostalgic for the good old days. Enjoy!
