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Almaden Community Center 2010 Halloween Party – UPDATED 2022

Image: Child Halloween DrawingA safe and fun Halloween party in Almaden Valley for kids ages 4-7. Children should go in costume. They will enjoy food, games, crafts, and stories.

The party is at the Almaden Community Center on Friday, October 29, 2010, from 5pm to 7pm. The price is $21 per child for San Jose residents, and $25 for non-residents. You can register your child online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Do you know of any other events or activities happening in Almaden Valley for Halloween? If so, we’d like to know. Send us an email, submit the form, or tell us about it in the comments to this post.

CreaTV San Jose’s 2010 Party – “A Taste of Things to Come” – UPDATED 2022

[post card: a taste of things to come] CreaTV San Jose, a non-profit, public benefit corporation serving the City of San Jose, invites you to attend its 2nd Annual May Party – A Taste of Things to Come.

This is an evening that will tickle your taste buds and whet your appetite for exciting things to come to CreaTV San Jose.

The party will feature award‐winning local wines, scrumptious hors d’oeuvres, decadent chocolate, inspired music, great company and a few surprises.

All proceeds for this event will help support CreaTV San Jose’s mission is to inspire, educate, and connect San Jose communities, using media to foster civic and social engagement.

The party is at Sonoma Chicken Coop in Almaden Valley on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 from 5:30 to 8:00pm. The price is $25 per person in advance, and $35 per person at the door. You can purchase tickets online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Old School Etiquette for Boys in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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Good manners never go out of style! Raise a perfect gentlemen with Old School Etiquette for Boys. This class will help your son with his manners, appearance, and confidence at social gatherings.

Topics include good posture, public speaking, being a good sport, and table manners. The class ends with a dinner to practice all of the skills the boys have learned. This class is also a great refresher for returning students. The class is for boys ages 7-12.

The class meets six times at the Almaden Community Center on Wednesdays, April 28 – June 2, 2010, 3:45pm to 4:45pm. The price is $79 per boy. You can register your son online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Floral Demonstration to Feature Bloomster’s Kren Rasmussen – UPDATED 2022

[photo: bloomster's floral designs] Martino Interiors is hosting a floral demonstration event at its studio in Los Gatos. The event will feature Kren Rasmussen, founder of Bloomster’s Floral Designs in Almaden Valley. The event is free.

Kren will show you how to create striking floral arrangements and combine them with home accessories, creating beautiful vignettes and centerpieces.

Bloomster’s has been in Almaden Valley for more than 20 years, assisting interior designers with their floral and plant design projects, and providing unique floral designs and personal service to residents in Almaden Valley and the entire Bay Area.

The floral demonstration event is at Martino Interiors in Los Gatos on May 6, 2010 at 10:30am. Reservations are requested as seating is limited. To reserve your spot, call 408-354-9111 or email [email protected]. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Presentation by Peter Contini, MD: Common Adolescent Injuries and Their Prevention – UPDATED 2022

[photo: peter contini] B.E.S.T. Physical Therapy is hosting a free presentation on “Common Adolescent Injuries and Their Prevention.”

The presentation will be delivered by Dr. Peter Contini, MD of Almaden Pediatrics. If your child is active, you will not want to miss this special presentation.

All attendees will receive a coupon for a 10% discount to Sports Basement. One person will win a free two-week pass to B.E.S.T.’s Teen Core Class.

The presentation is at B.E.S.T. Physical Therapy in Almaden Valley on April 28, 2010 at 6:30pm. Call the B.E.S.T. office at 408-257-2225 to reserve your seats. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

$10 Off Oil Change and $10 Off Smog Check at Almaden Chevron – UPDATED 2022

Almaden Chevron LogoSave $10 on your next oil change and an additional $10 on your next smog check at Almaden Chevron. Offers expire April 19, 2010. Coupons valid Monday through Saturday from 8:30am – 5pm only. Present the coupon before the work is performed. No appointments necessary. Get the coupons. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Almaden Chevron has been servicing Almaden Valley for 25 years. The Car Care Center offers a full range of preventive maintenance and repair services. All work is performed by ASE Certified Mechanics.

95120 Nights! with Almaden Lifestyle Magazine – UPDATED 2022

95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine is holding its 95120 Nights! – an evening of mingling for Almaden Valley residents, business owners, and the 95120 Magazine team and advertisers. Entertainment will be provided by Randy Lira, Owner of RPM Productions, an interactive MC and DJ entertainment service for weddings, parties, and special events. Amato Pizzeria is offering 15% off food for the evening.

The 95120 Nights! event is at Amato Pizzeria in Almaden Valley on Monday, April 26, 2010 from 6-11pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

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

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]

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]

Retirement Investment Strategies Workshop in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

Delbar JahanianLearn strategies for managing your investments and achieving your financial goals during retirement. This free workshop will cover a variety of financial planning topics, including taxes, inflation, outliving your income, and portfolio management.

The workshop is being lead by Delbar Jahanian, CMFC and Financial Advisor, at Waddell & Reed in Campbell, CA.

The workshop is being held in Almaden Valley at the Almaden Library, Program Room. Tuesday, April 27, 2010 from 6:30pm-7:45pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

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