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Antiques Seminar in Almaden Valley: Getting in Over Your Head and Loving It – UPDATED 2022

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Steven Yvaska Antique AdvisorAntiques Advisor, Steven Yvaska, is presenting a six-week antiques seminar in Almaden Valley. The seminar is called, “Antiques 3: Getting in Over Your Head and Loving It.”

This seminar is an informal study of the fascinating world of antiques and collectibles. Steven will be discussing topics as varied as gentlemen’s antiques, toys, prints and paintings, springtime holiday artifacts, and select European ceramics. The class will also be going on a special field trip destination. Come willing to learn and share your own expertise! The seminar is sponsored by the San Jose Department of Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services.

The seminar is at the Almaden Community Center, Room 2. Class is held weekly for six weeks on Wednesdays from 10am-12pm. The seminar begins April 14, 2010. Price is $89 for residents and $97 for non-residents. Registration is under way now. You can register for the seminar online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Ballroom Dancing at Almaden Yoga on Saturday Nights – UPDATED 2022

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Ballroom Dancing at Almaden YogaLooking for something to do on Saturday nights that is close to home? Go to Ballroom Dancing class at Almaden Yoga.

Learn a new elegant dance each week. The Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, East Coast Swing, Hustle, Meringue, Night Club Two Step, and West Coast Swing.

The class is taught by Daniel, an experienced, fun-loving social ballroom teacher. Bring a partner or come by yourself, either way you’ll have a blast! Tell your friends and spread the word.

Almaden Yoga is next to UNWINED Wine Bar and Elements Restaurant. After dancing enjoy 50% off your first glass of wine at UNWINED. Or have dinner at Elements Restaurant – bring this coupon for up to $10 off.

Ballroom dancing at Almaden Yoga starts Saturday, April 10, 2010, 7-8pm. $15 drop-in per person. [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]

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]

Seminar: Using Native Plant Gardens to Encourage Pollinators – UPDATED 2022

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California NativescapesLearn how native plants play an increasingly critical environmental role in an era of declining pollinator populations. Rebecca Schoenenberger, owner of California Nativescapes, will teach you how to create a sustainable habitat garden to encourage pollinators.

This seminar is co-sponsored by the Almaden Library and the California Native Plant Society. The seminar takes place at the Almaden Library, Program Room on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 from 6:30-7:45pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Play-Well Engineering with LEGO® – Summer Camps in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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LEGOPlay-Well TEKnologies is holding its Engineering with LEGO Summer Camps in Almaden Valley. The camps explore concepts in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and architecture through fun-filled projects that:

  • Build problem-solving skills and an appreciation for how things work
  • Encourage creative expression, inquisitiveness, self reliance, and self confidence

Play-Well Engineering with LEGO Summer Camps are being held at the Almaden Community Center on the following dates:

Play-Well Pre-Engineering with LEGO (kids ages 5-6):

  • 6/14/2010 to 6/18/2010, M-F, 9am-12pm
  • 6/28/2010 to 7/2/2010, M-F, 9am-12pm
  • 7/12/2010 to 7/16/2010, M-F, 9am-12pm
  • 7/26/2010 to 7/30/2010, M-F, 9am-12pm
  • 8/9/2010 to 8/13/2010, M-F, 9am-12pm

Play-Well Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGO (kids ages 7-9):

  • 6/14/2010 to 6/18/2010, M-F, 1pm-4pm
  • 6/28/2010 to 7/2/2010, M-F, 1pm-4pm
  • 7/12/2010 to 7/16/2010, M-F, 1pm-4pm
  • 7/26/2010 to 7/30/2010, M-F, 1pm-4pm
  • 8/9/2010 to 8/13/2010, M-F, 1pm-4pm

Learn more and register online. [EVENT IS CLOSED; CLICK HERE FOR MORE RECENT Play-Well CAMPS]

Almaden Cooking Series – Prepare a Special Easter Brunch – UPDATED 2022

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Chef's HatJoin Chef Barcia, of the Almaden Cooking Series, and learn how to prepare a special brunch to share with your family on Easter Sunday. You will learn how to make apricot glazed pork loin, scalloped potatoes, roasted veggies, and Tiramisu. This class is for adults ages 18 and older. At the Almaden Community Center, Community Room and Kitchen. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 10am-12pm. $55 for residents / $59 for non residents. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Dance, Act, Perform Camp for Kids Over Spring Break – UPDATED 2022

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Hollywood SignInstructors for the Dance, Act, Perform Camp guide campers through the production and performance of their very own variety show. The camp encourages creative expression and helps build self-esteem. At the end of the week campers perform their show for family and friends, complete with costumes, props, and music. For kids ages 5-11. At the Almaden Community Center. April 12-16, 2010, 1:30-4:30pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

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