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2011 Almaden Flea Market at the Community Center – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Almaden Community CenterThe Almaden Flea Market is the perfect opportunity for the bargain hunter and treasure seeker. You never know what you’ll find.

Shop for collectibles, household goods, arts and crafts, jewelry, specialty items, household items, and more. Admission and parking are free.

The Almaden Flea Market is at the Almaden Community Center parking lot. The event is being held on three separate days in 2011, including Sunday, March 20, May 15, and July 10 from 7am to 1pm. The event is held rain or shine.

Update on March 19, 2011: The Flea Market planned for Sunday, March 20, 2011 has been canceled due to “extreme weather conditions.”

The price is $20 to lease a booth space. Each space is 16′ x 15′ (two parking spaces). Lease your booth space now on the San Jose Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services website. Search for “flea market.” For more information, call 408-268-1133 and ask for Jamie Garcia. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Speakers to Discuss Proposed Almaden Ranch Retail Center at Next AVCA Meeting – UPDATED 2022

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map: almaden ranch retail centerThe next Almaden Valley Community Association meeting will focus on the proposed Almaden Ranch Retail Center, and how it affects our egress from the Almaden Valley. [THIS EVENT IS CLOSED]

The first speaker, Gerald De Young, President of Ruth & Going, will describe the plans for the proposed retail center.

The second speaker, Dan Collen, Deputy Director of Infrastructure Development for Santa Clara County Roads & Airports Department, will discuss concerns County Roads has about the project and answer questions.

The third speaker, Manuel Pineda, Acting Deputy Director for San Jose Department of Transportation, will discuss the city’s perspective on the project, impacts on area traffic, options involving new road connections, and answer questions.

The meeting is at the Almaden Community Center on Monday, March 14, 2011 from 7:00-9:00pm.

Almaden Valley Community Association is a nonprofit that was incorporated in May 1961 for the purpose of stimulating interest in civic affairs, circulating of information about our community, and making recommendations for community improvements and protection. AVCA consists of members that live within the 95120 zip code.

Harpist Elizabeth Erickson Performing in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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photo: Harpist Elizabeth EricksonAccomplished Harpist, Elizabeth Erickson, will be performing in Almaden Valley. Her enchanting and delightful music is enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to seniors.

Elizabeth has played the piano and harp nearly all her life. A natural performer and teacher, she is loved by her students and appreciated by her audiences, whether at receptions, dinner parties, memorial services, or wherever elegant music is desired.

This special performance is at Almaden Community Center on March 16, 2011 from 6:30-7:30pm. The performance is free for everyone to enjoy. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Movement, Poetry & Art Camp at the Almaden Community Center – UPDATED 2022

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photo: Poetry and Music, marble sculpture by Claude Michel

Poetry and Music, marble sculpture by Claude Michel, 1774-1778, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D. C.

Movement, Poetry & Art Camp is a cutting edge, well-rounded art camp for your budding artist.

Your child will enjoy literature with music, poetry with movement, and explore the history and influence of local artists in our everyday lives. The camp is for boys and girls ages 7-14.

Movement, Poetry & Art Camp is at the Almaden Community Center, Monday – Friday, April 11, 2011 through Friday, April 15, 2011 from 8:30am to 3:30pm. The price is $245 per child.

You can register online. Or, for more information call the Almaden Community Center at 408-268-1133. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Camp B-L-D for Kids During the 2011 Spring Break Week in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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photo: Camp B-L-DKids will take a trip around the Almaden Teaching Kitchen and learn how to make meals and snacks for each part of the day.

Camp B-L-D (breakfast, lunch, dinner) fosters self-confidence, allows kids to make new friends, and enjoy tasty meals all camp long.

Cooking supplies will be provided. Children are encouraged to bring an apron and drink to camp each day. The camp is for boys and girls ages 6-10.

Camp B-L-D is at the Almaden Community Center, Monday – Friday, April 11, 2011 through April 15, 2011, from 8:30am to 12:30pm. The price is $209 per child.

Register online or call the Almaden Community Center at 408-268-1133. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Wings and Blings: Learn About the Butterflies and Wildflowers Native to Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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photo: Butterfly

Photo by Steve Berardi

Want to get a sneak peek at the beauty to come this Spring? Cait Hutnik from the Santa Clara County Open Space Authority is delivering a presentation – “Wings and Blings” – about the butterflies and wildflowers that are native to the Almaden Valley area.

This entertaining presentation includes photographs, specimens, and fun facts. Get ideas about where you can go on awesome hikes with fantastic views! This interesting event is suitable for families and people of all ages.

Santa Clara County Open Space Authority protects sensitive lands, preserves natural communities, and manages open space in ways that promote agriculture and compatible recreation.

Wings and Blings is at the Almaden Community Center in the Program Room on Tuesday, March 1, 2011, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. The event is free. No registration required. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Mad Science 2011 Summer Camps at Almaden Community Center – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Mad Science Summer CampsMad Science is holding several summer camps in Almaden Valley. All Mad Science camps are for children ages 5 to 12.

Mad Science camps help spark the imagination and curiosity of children by providing them with fun, entertaining, and educational activities.

The camps instill a clearer understanding of what science is really about and how it affects the world around them.

The following Mad Science summer camps are available at the Almaden Community Center. All camps have half day (9am to 12pm) and full day (9am to 3pm) options, with the exception of the NASA camp, which is half day only.

  • Spy Academy, June 20-24, 2011
  • Jet Cadets, July 5-8, 2011
  • Fizzical Phenomena & Chemistry, July 18-22, 2011
  • NASA: Journey Into Outer Space, August 1-5, 2011
  • Wacky Robots & Widgets, August 8-12, 2011

These Mad Science camps are offered through the Almaden Community Center. You can register online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Spring 2011 Activity Guide for Almaden Community Center – UPDATED 2022

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

San Jose Parks Recreation & Neighborhood Services has released its City Wide Activity Guide for Spring 2011.

The Activity Guide includes all of the programs and classes planned for the Almaden Community Center in Spring 2011.

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

Choose from arts and crafts, camps, dance, early childhood recreation, education and enrichment, health and fitness, music, sports leagues and drop-ins, cooking, specialty programs, senior programs and events, and family events.

Registration for Spring 2011 activities begins on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at 10am. You can register online.

Almaden Valley to Host 4th Annual / 2011 Battle of the Bands Competition Finale – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Battle of the BandsThe Battle of the Bands concert finale is back! The top five finalists for the 4th Annual / 2011 Battle of the Bands will compete for prizes in a live concert here in Almaden Valley.

You are invited to attend this exciting live concert showcasing local talented bands and solo musicians from throughout San Jose.

Each of the five finalists will have up to 20 minutes to perform their set in front of an audience and judging panel of local music experts. The judging panel will determine the grand prize winner of the competition.

The Battle of the Bands concert is at Almaden Branch Library and Community Center on Saturday, March 19, 2011 from 3-6pm.

Get the latest contest details for this year’s Battle of the Bands. The last day to submit participation entries is Saturday, February 19, 2011. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

See the coverage by San Jose Mercury News of this year’s Battle of the Bands competition.

Firebird Youth Chinese Orchestra Performing in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Firebird Youth Chinese OrchestraBring in the New Year and celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with a live musical performance by Firebird Youth Chinese Orchestra (FYOC).

In the past few years, FYCO’s concerts and performances have received exceptional praise from audiences, including arts organization observers. The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) declared FYCO as “one of the very few ensembles in the United States dedicated to educating young people, their families and communities through traditional Chinese music, and is carrying out its mission with great success.”

FYCO was founded in 2000 by Gordon Lee along with thirteen musicians. FYCO currently has about one hundred musicians playing traditional Chinese instruments. Most of the students are American born Chinese youths ranging from nine to seventeen years of age.

The mission of FYOC is to train young musicians and promote Chinese music as an integral part of Chinese-American culture, thereby strengthening the Chinese community and enhancing the cultural diversity and richness of American Society.

The performance is at the Almaden Community Center on Saturday, February 12, 2011 from 2:00 to 3:00pm. No pre-registration required. Just go and enjoy! [EVENT IS CLOSED]