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Almaden Quicksilver Park Geocaching Adventure – UPDATED 2022

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Geocaching in Almaden Quicksilver Park[EVENT IS CLOSED. FIND MORE EVENTS AT ALMADEN QUICKSILVER PARK HERE.]

Learn more about the exciting pastime known as geocaching! The Almaden Quicksilver Park will be hosting a free, docent-guided geocaching adventure on Saturday, October 20 from 8:45am to 12pm.

Participants will be provided with a GPS tracking device and will be instructed to find 6 to 7 “caches” hidden within the park. It’s a modern-day treasure hunt! Bring sun protection, water, snacks and sturdy hiking shoes and meet at the Wood Road parking lot.

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New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum Hosts Living History Day

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Spanishtown, March 1876, Public Domain Image

The New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum will be presenting a special event on Sunday, October 28, 2012 from 11am to 3pm. “Living History Day” will take place at the Casa Grande in Almaden Quicksilver Park.

This spectacular home was once occupied by the managers of the New Almaden mine and its Victorian heritage has been maintained by the staff.

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Introduction to Geocaching in Almaden Quicksilver County Park – UPDATED 2022

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[EVENT IS CLOSED. FIND MORE EVENTS AT ALMADEN QUICKSILVER PARK HERE.]

Join Docent Sam Drake on a beginner’s geocaching adventure in Almaden Quicksilver County Park. You will find 6-7 hidden caches in the park.

Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunting game where you use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers, called “geocaches” or “caches,” with other participants in the activity. GPS units provided.

A typical cache is a small waterproof container containing a logbook where the geocacher enters the date they found it and signs it.

Meet at the Wood Road Park Entrance with sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, water, and snacks. The event is Saturday, October 20, 2012 from 8:45am to 12:00pm. You can register online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Almaden Community Center’s Fall 2012 Activity Guide – UPDATED 2022

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[CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS TO MORE RECENT ALMADEN COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITY GUIDE.]

Almaden Community Center Activity Guide includes all of the programs, classes, and activities planned for the Almaden Community Center in Fall 2012.

Almaden Valley residents have a variety of classes and activities from which to choose. There’s something for everyone – from toddlers to seniors.

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Almaden Community Center’s Summer 2012 Activity Guide – UPDATED 2022

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Almaden Community Center Activity Guide Summer 2012[CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS TO MORE RECENT ALMADEN COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITY GUIDE.]

San Jose Parks Recreation & Neighborhood Services has released the Almaden Community Center Activity Guide for Summer 2012. The Almaden Community Center Activity Guide includes all of the programs, classes, and activities planned for the Almaden Community Center in Summer 2012.

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Planet Tree Workshop for Almaden Valley Families

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Learn about urban forests and how to take care of the trees in our community. This workshop features a fun presentation for kids ages 6-12, as well as information for adults about how to get a tree for a small donation.

This workshop is presented in partnership with Our City Forest. The mission of Our City Forest is to cultivate a green and healthy San José metropolis by engaging community members in the appreciation, protection, growth and maintenance of our urban ecosystem, especially our urban forest.

The workshop is at Almaden Branch Library on Friday, March 16, 2012 from 3:30-4:30pm.

Almaden Community Center’s Spring 2012 Activity Guide – UPDATED 2022

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[CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS TO MORE RECENT ALMADEN COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITY GUIDE.]

San Jose Parks Recreation & Neighborhood Services has released the Almaden Community Center Activity Guide for Spring 2012.

The Almaden Community Center Activity Guide includes all of the programs, classes, and activities planned for the Almaden Community Center in Spring 2012.

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Almaden Valley Orators Toastmasters 2012 Open House

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Almaden Valley Orators of Toastmasters International is having an open house. Locals are invited to come alone or with guests for food, prizes, and to have a great time!

If you are new to Toastmasters, you’ll discover how you can improve your self-confidence, public speaking, leadership, and critical thinking skills. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally or personally, you’re welcome to attend.

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