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3-Month Fitness Membership for Only $49 – Special Offer Ends May 30, 2010 – UPDATED 2022

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Get in shape for Summer at the state-of-the-art fitness facilities inside the Almaden Community Center. For only $49 you get access to the fitness center and all of the drop in fitness and sports programs – for 3 full months. You’ll be in swimsuit shape in no time!

This special offer ends May 30, 2010, so take advantage of this great low price now while you still can. Sign up at the Almaden Community Center. Your 3-month period starts from the date of purchase. No hidden fees or contracts required. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Group Exercise Membership for All Fitness Classes – Only $49 Monthly – UPDATED 2022

Almaden Community CenterNeed to get ready for the Summer swim suit season? Can’t work up the motivation to do it by yourself? Almaden Community Center may have just what you need – a Group Exercise Membership that gives you access to all fitness classes.

For only $49 per month you have full access to all of the professionally lead group exercise classes, including zumba, cardio kickboxing, boot camp, pilates and more. This is a fantastic deal.

You will like working out in the fun and friendly atmosphere, and of course seeing the results. Classes are taught in a state of the facility – including a 7,000 sq. ft. gymnasium and 2,000 sq. ft. dance/aerobics studio.

Classes are at the Almaden Community Center, Monday through Saturday. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are available. See the City Wide Activity Guide for Spring & Summer 2010 for class descriptions, days, and times. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

2010 Almaden Flea Market at the Community Center – UPDATED 2022

Almaden Community Center LogoThe 2010 Almaden Flea Market is the perfect opportunity for the bargain hunter and treasure seeker. You never know what you’ll find. Come and shop for arts and crafts as well. Entrance to the event is free.

Interested in getting a booth to promote and sell your wares? The price is only $30 per booth. For more information read the Vendor Flyer. Then complete the Booth Application Form and mail, fax, or bring it to the Almaden Community Center.

Almaden Community CenterThe Flea Market event is at the Almaden Community Center parking lot. On Sunday, May 23, 2010 from 8am to 2pm. (Vendor set-up is from 6:30 to 7:30am, and pack-up from 2 to 3pm.) For more information call 408-268-1133 and ask for Jamie. Hope to see you there! [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Almaden Cooking Series – Spring Grilling – UPDATED 2022

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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]

Candidates for Santa Clara County District One Supervisor Coming to Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

Almaden Valley Community Association

The Almaden Valley Community Association (AVCA) is sponsoring an Election Forum for Santa Clara County District One Supervisor Candidates. The candidates are on the campaign trail and their stopping in Almaden Valley. Come hear each candidate’s statements and answers to your questions.

Five candidates will be participating in the forum, including: Teresa Alvarado, Peter Arellano, Tom Kruse, Mike Wasserman, and Forrest Williams. The position is currently held by Don Gage, whose term ends December 31, 2010.

The forum will be moderated by Ron Blake, AVCA President. The forum is being held at the Almaden Community Center, Community Room, on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 from 7-9pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Mad Science 2010 Summer Camps in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

Mad ScienceMad Science summer camps offer a daily combination of in-class science discovery and exploration, outdoor games, and hands-on application of the scientific principles presented. Campers create a take-home project every day of camp. The following camps are being held at Almaden Community Center:

  • Wacky Robots & Widgets (ages 7-12): June 21-25, 2010, 9am-3pm
  • NASA: Journey Into Outer Space (ages 5-7): July 6-9, 2010, 9am-12pm
  • Jet Cadets (ages 5-7): July 12-16, 2010, 9am-3pm
  • Spy Academy (ages 5-7): July 19-23, 2010, 9am-3pm
  • “Fizz”cal Phenomena & Che-Mystery (ages 5-7): August 2-6, 2010, 9am-3pm

Learn more and register now. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

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

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

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

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]

Mother-Daughter Mad Hatter Tea Party in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

Mad Hatter Tea Party

Illustration by Gordon Robinson

Mother-Daughter Mad Hatter Tea Party in Almaden Valley. Little girls love to play tea party. They will learn proper etiquette and manners, and then show their skills at a party with tea and snacks. The party will end with a special gift from your child. Everyone is encouraged to come dressed up! At the Almaden Community Center. Tuesday, May 4, 2010 from 11:30am-1:00pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

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