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Winchester Mystery House -
*Historic Landmark*
525 South Winchester Boulevard, San José, CA 95128
(408) 247-2101
Open weekdays 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, weekends 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
www.winchestermysteryhouse.com/
Located on Winchester Boulevard, just north of Highway 280, this historic relic offers a glimpse into the final years of the wealthy widow Sarah Winchester. In 1884, she began the construction of her 160-room Victorian mansion, a project that continued until her death 38 years later. The many oddities of the house, including the rambling roofs, the exquisite parquet floors, the gold and silver chandeliers, and the Tiffany art glass windows, have left visitors mystified and impressed by the staggering amount of creativity, energy, and expense poured into each detail. The Winchester Mystery House is California State Historic Landmark #868, on the National Register of Historic Places, and a City of San Jose Historic Landmark! |
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Calabazas BMX Park-
1201 South Blaney Avenue, San José, CA 95129
For more information, call the District 1 Office: (408) 535-4901
This cutting-edge BMX park is one of the largest city-funded dirt bike courses in California and has set the precedence for many other parks of its kind around the nation. The 1.65 acre course has a vast array of jumps to accommodate any skill of rider. The site has a work area for bike repairs, clear signage to indicate safety, and a large perimeter fence with easy access points. The Calabazas BMX park is a must for all dirt biking enthusiasts! Parking is available on Rainbow Drive and Blarney Avenue. |
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Westmont Agricultural Farm-
5860 Westmont Avenue, San José, CA 95008
For more information, contact David Duarte at (408) 626-3406.
Helping San Jose keep in touch with its roots, the Westmont Agricultural Farm cultivates our very own Future Farmers. This farm teaches students what it takes to work in agriculture; from learning about plant and animal sciences to the hands-on mechanics. Instead of taking the family on a road trip to the Heartland of America, tour it all right here at Westmont Farm for a stay-cation. Who knows, the students in the agricultural program might even teach you a thing or two. Please call ahead to check times and schedule a tour. |
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Dolce Hayes Mansion-
*Historic Landmark*
200 Edenvale Avenue, San José, CA 95136
(408) 226-3200
www.dolce-hayes-mansion-hotel.com/
Built in 1905, the Hayes Mansion is a prominent historical landmark in District 2. Once intended to be the residence of wealthy faith healer Mary Hayes Chynoweth, the estate was entered into the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. Hayes Mansion has been restored by the City of San José and transformed into a luxurious hotel, conference center, resort and spa. Check it out this summer! |
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Metcalf Motorcycle Park-
300 Metcalf Road, San José, CA 95138
(408) 226-5223
www.sccgov.org
Located in the grassy foothills off Metcalf Road, the Metcalf Motorcycle Park is the only County park system with off-road vehicle trails. With over twenty miles of off-road vehicle trails and tracks, the park provides a fun-filled course for both beginner and advanced motorcyclists and ATV riders. This 459-acre park includes a motocross competition track, a beginner’s oval, a hill climb area, as well as a shady picnic area. The park is open Thursday through Monday and the cost is $6 per vehicle or $70 for an annual pass. |
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Coyote Ranch-
Coyote Ranch Road, San José, CA 95013
(408) 463-0661
www.coyoteranch.com
Step back into time and enjoy the traditional hospitality of Coyote Ranch. With various areas complimented by the picturesque surroundings, families can enjoy pony rides, a barnyard animal petting zoo, and picnics held on grassy hillsides. In addition to outdoor activities, Coyote Ranch also has a country store and an traditional candy shop, making it the perfect place for some old-fashioned fun this summer! Admission is $10 for adults and children over 12, $8 for children 4-11, and $2 for children 1-3.
Open to Public 2009 Dates:
• Sat. June 20th
• Sat. July 18th
• Sat. Aug. 22nd
• Sat. Sept. 26th [tentative, may change] |
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The Tech Museum of Innovation-
201 South Market St., San José, CA 95113
(408) 294-TECH (8324)
www.thetech.org/
The Tech Museum is singularly focused on inspiring the innovator in everyone it reaches. Truly hands-on and interactive exhibits, divided among themed galleries, offer guests a truly memorable experience. The Hackworth IMAX Dome Theater and various unique museum programs make a visit to the bright, mango-colored Tech one you won't soon forget. With validation from the museum, parking is discounted at the Second and San Carlos Streets Garage (enter from Second or Third Streets) and Convention Center Garage (enter from Market Street or Almaden Blvd.). On weekends and city holidays before 6:00 P.M., parking at the Second and San Carlos Streets Garage is free. Open from 10:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. daily. |
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Guadalupe River Park & Gardens-
Visitor and Education Center: 438 Coleman Avenue, San José, CA 95110
(408) 298-7657
www.grpg.org/
Guadalupe River Park is a three-mile ribbon of park land that runs along the banks of the Guadalupe River in the heart of downtown San José from Highway 880 at the north, to Highway 280 at the south. It is a resource of regional importance to the people of Santa Clara County and the Bay Area. It is composed of many different areas, including the Children’s Discovery Museum, Monopoly in the Park, McEnery Park, and the Guadalupe Gardens. Parking is available at the Seymour Street Parking Lot. Directions to lot: from 280 take HW 87 (Guadalupe Expressway) North. Take the Taylor Street exit and head WEST (Left), turn LEFT on Walnut St., then LEFT on Seymour St. and start looking for parking. |
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Japantown-
565 N. 6th Street, Ste G, San José, CA 95112
(408) 298-4303
www.japantownsanjose.org/
Located in downtown San José, Japantown was where many Japanese-Americans resettled in after returning from internment camps during World War II. It is one of the last three remaining historical Japantowns left in the United States, and hosts a variety of restaurants, museums, and retail shops. The 7 Bamboo Lounge is also one of the most popular places for karaoke. |
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Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph-
*Historic Landmark*
80 South Market Street, San José, CA 95113
(408) 275-6090
www.stjosephcathedral.org/Home/
The story of Saint Joseph Church began in 1777 when Mission Santa Clara was founded and the adjacent Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe became the first civil settlement in Alta California. The parish office is open Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Masses are held in English on Sundays at 8:30 and 11:30 AM, on Saturdays at 4:30 PM, and weekdays at 7:30 AM and 12:05 PM. Masses in Spanish are held at 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 5:30 PM on Sundays. |
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Peralta Adobe and Fallon House-
*Historic Landmarks*
175 West Saint John Street, San José, CA 95110
(408) 993-8300
www.historysanjose.org/visiting_hsj/peralta_fallon/
Peralta Adobe
The Peralta Adobe is San José’s oldest address. Built in 1797, the Peralta Adobe is the last remaining structure from El Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe. See the Adobe’s horno, an outside working oven or venture inside the home and see two rooms furnished as they might have been when they were occupied by the Gonzales and Peralta families.
Fallon House
The exquisite Fallon House was built in 1855 by one of San José’s earliest mayors. The Victorian mansion showcases 15 fully furnished rooms typical of the Victorian period. Learn about Thomas Fallon, a frontiersman in the John C. Fremont expedition, and Carmel Fallon, the daughter of one of the most prominent Mexican landowners in California. Available for tour by appointment. Please call (408) 918-1055 to schedule your tour. |
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San Jose Museum of Art-
110 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 271-6840
www.sjmusart.org/
The San Jose Museum of Art has a permanent collection of 1,400 pieces of art. The collection includes paintings, photographs, sculptures, and new media. Current exhibitions include abstract expressionism from San Francisco and selections from contemporary women printmakers from around the world.
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Admission is $8.00 for adults, $5.00 for seniors and students, and free for children under 6. Parking is available at pay lots on San Fernando between Market Street and First Street, First and Second Streets, and Second and Third Streets. |
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Ballet San Jose-
40 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 288-2820
www.balletsanjose.org/
Ballet San Jose was founded in 1983 to provide a nationally-ranked ballet company to the South Bay Area. For the past two years, the California Arts Council has awarded Ballet San Jose with a perfect score for its artistic excellence and organizational skills. The company is comprised of 30 accomplished dancers from around the world who perform for 60,000 people each year. Upcoming shows include Coppélia, a story of a mysterious toymaker, and Pirates of Penzance, a “swashbuckling ballet.” Ballet San Jose also offers classes for adults and children, as well as a summer camp. |
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San Jose Repertory Theatre-
101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 367-7255
www.sjrep.com/
Founded in 1980, The San Jose Repertory Theatre puts on a variety of award-winning shows each year. Upcoming shows include As You Like It and Landscape with Weapon. The Rep also provides acting classes for adults and children. Parking is available nearby at the Market & San Pedro Square Garage and the Third Street Garage. |
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Opera San Jose-
345 South First Street, San Jose, CA
www.operasj.org/home0809.html
Opera San Jose provides a range of performances from the best young professional singers in the country. Housed in the beautiful restored California Theatre, Opera San Jose offers free introductory talks before each performance, which cover the composer’s life and the story’s characters. Upcoming performances include Manon, Massenet's story of romance and heartbreak in 18th century France, and Rossini's Cinderella, a fast-paced, comedic opera. Parking is available at the Convention Center Garage. |
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San José Museum of Quilts and Textiles-
520 South First Street, San José, CA 95113
(408) 971-0323
www.sjquiltmuseum.org/
The mission of the San José Museum of Quilts & Textiles is to promote the art, craft and history of quilts and textiles. Textile art transcends cultural, ethnic, age and gender boundaries and encompasses traditional as well as contemporary forms. The museum provides a serious venue for all artists working with textiles, filling a void left by larger institutions with a narrower view of what defines artistic expression. Its exhibits and programs promote the appreciation of quilts and textiles as art and provide an understanding of their role in the lives of their makers, in cultural traditions, and as historical documents.
Open Tuesday through Sunday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Metered parking is available on the street in front of the museum, as well as in the Convention Center Parking Garage. |
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Children’s Discovery Museum-
180 Woz Way, San José, CA 95110
(408) 298-5437
www.cdm.org/
The Children’s discovery Museum of San Jose serves the needs of children, families and schools as a center for learning and discovery. For children, it is first and foremost a place to call their own, offering interactive exhibits and programs in a warm and inviting setting. Its educational mission encompasses the themes of Connections, Community and Creativity. In its unique environment, children actively make connections between ideas, people and cultures. The Museum’s programs also encourage children to define their role in and contribution to both local and global communities. Finally, as a center for creative play and expression, Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose provides opportunities for all of us to discover the world through the eyes of our children! |
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Alviso Marina County Park-
1195 Hope Street, Alviso, CA 95002
(408) 262-6980
www.sccgov.org
This 18.9-acre bayside park provides opportunities for picnicking and birdwatching, as well as access to other public lands for seasonal hiking and mountain bicycling. As part of the Alviso Marina County Park Master Plan Implementation, a new launch ramp will be built with direct access into Alciso Slough. |
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Penitencia Creek Trail/Bay Ridge Trail-
www.sjparks.org/Trails/Penitencia/Penitencia.asp
The Penitencia Creek Trail follows the creek through central and east San José. Most of the trail is paved and is currently open between Mabury Road and Noble Road. The trail provides acces to Penitencia Creek Park and includes access to County open space. |
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Coyote Creek Trail-
www.sjparks.org/Trails/coyote/index.asp
The Coyote Creek Trail is one of the network's longest trail systems and provides views of the waterway and the riparian environment. The gravel portion of the trail north of Montague Expressway connects to the Highway 237 Bikeway, and the paved section south of Hellyer Park is great for biking and rollerblading as well as walking. You can access the trail from several points, including Stonegate Park along Tuers Road or from the County's Hellyer Park. |
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Rancho Del Pueblo Golf Course & Driving Range-
1649 Hermocilla Way, San José, CA 95116
(408) 347-0990
www.ranchodelpueblo.com
Rancho Del Pueblo is an executive golf course that will entertain and challenge both beginning and advanced players. The course incorporates three ponds and multiple sand bunkers adding both strategy and beauty to a memorable golf experience in a convenient urban setting. A full service practice facility featuring 25 hitting stations is available, in addition to a 10,000 square foot bent grass practice green. Rancho Del Pueblo welcomes new players and provides a wonderful environment for families. If you want to learn to golf, or if you’ve been golfing for years and are looking for a place close to home to play, this is the place for you! |
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Alum Rock Park-
15350 Penitencia Creek Road, San José, CA 95127
(408) 259-5477 Park
(408) 277-5562 Park Reservations
www.sjparks.org/Parks/RegionalParks/arp/index.asp
Located at the end of Penitencia Creek Road in the east San José foothills, the 744-acre park offers a variety of activities that include hiking, horseback riding, bicycling, volleyball and horseshoes. Alum Rock Park is filled with picnic areas; some with barbeques and eight reservable group picnic areas that can accommodate between 30 to 300 people as well as non-reservable picnic sites that are available first-come, first-serve. Many of the trails have resting areas available. While some trails run at a slight incline, be aware that many of the trails have steep inclines and good walking shoes are recommended.
The park is open daily from 8:00 A.M. until one-half hour after sunset, and the office is open weekdays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Parking: $6.00 per vehicle; fees are collected on weekends and holidays, and daily from mid-June through Labor Day. |
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Emma Prusch Farm Park--
647 South King Road, San José, CA 95116
(408) 926-5555 Park
(408) 264-9654 Park Foundation
www.sjparks.org/Parks/RegionalParks/pfp/index.asp
Emma Prusch cherished her dairy farm, originally an 86 acre site. In her generosity she deeded the property to the City of San José in 1962 to be enjoyed as a working farm in the center of a busy city. Miss Prusch specifically requested that the land keep its country feeling, preserving the quality of the Santa Clara Valley that she remembered, when trees and animals were more prominent than houses, freeways and shopping centers. Of the original gift, eleven acres became home of the Police Activities League (P.A.L.) for youth sports, and 47 acres were dedicated in 1962 as Emma Prusch Farm Park. Visitors to Emma Prusch Farm Park experience a bit of San José's rich agricultural past. San José's largest barn is home to everything from sheep, pigs and steer to ducks, chickens, geese and rabbits. The park also features vintage farm equipment, robust community gardens, a rare fruit orchard and acres of open grass perfect for picnicking, kite flying, games and relaxing.
The park is open daily from 8:30 A.M until sunset, and the office is open on weekdays from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Admission and parking are free. |
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Lick Observatory-
Mount Hamilton Road, San José, CA 95122
(408) 274-5061
www.ucolick.org/
The public is invited to view exhibits in the main Observatory building, built in 1888. Enjoy an informal talk about Lick history while taking a look at the Great Lick Refractor in the 36-inch telescope dome. The tours begin at the Gift Shop, on each half hour starting at 1:00 p.m. on weekdays and 10:30 a.m. on weekends, continuing until 4:30pm. Each talk is about 15 minutes long, and they are free of charge. Visitors are also invited to take a short walk to the Shane Dome to view the 120-inch Reflector from the Visitors’ Gallery. The Shane reflector is one of the major telescopes used to discover planets outside of our solar system. |
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Mexican Heritage Plaza-
1700 Alum Rock Ave., San José, CA 95116
(408) 928 5564
www.mhcviva.org/
The Mexican Heritage Plaza is an important regional cultural center with gardens, gallery space, and theatrical venues, which provide a variety of educational and cultural programs. The Plaza hosts concerts, workshops, demonstrations, performances, classes, and festivals, including the popular San José International Mariachi Festival and the Los Lupeños de San José ballet folklorico company. |
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Rose Garden Park-
Spring and Taylor Streets
www.sjparks.org/Parks/RegionalParks/rose/RoseGarden.asp
San José's 5 1/2–acre Municipal Rose Garden – once a prune orchard – draws thousands of visitors each year. The Garden is exclusively devoted to shrubs of the rose family and features over 4,000 rose shrubs with 189 varieties. It is also home to newly hybridized rose and new rose varieties. Visitors can enjoy colorful, showy blooms throughout the April to November season. Open from 8:00 A.M. to one-half hour after sunset. |
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Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Planetarium-
1664 Park Avenue, San José, CA 95191
(408) 947-3636
www.egyptianmuseum.org/
The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, architecturally inspired by the Temple of Amon at Karnak, houses the largest collection of Egyptian artifacts on exhibit in the western United States—including objects from pre dynastic times through Egypt’s early Islamic era! Admission is $9.00 for adults, $7.00 for students and seniors, $5.00 for children ages 5-10, and free for children under 5. Free parking is available in the lot one block east of the museum, on the corner of Naglee and Chapman. |
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Kelley Park-
1300 Senter Road, San José, CA 95112
(408) 277-2757
www.sjparks.org/Parks/RegionalParks/KP/KelleyPark.asp
Kelley Park is one of San José's most diverse facilities, offering visitors an opportunity to enjoy a picnic or barbecue amid beautiful lawn areas and shade trees; a visit to the Happy Hollow Park & Zoo to see the many animals or take in a puppet show; a walk through the tranquil Japanese Friendship Garden with beautiful koi-filled ponds; and step back in time to turn-of-the-century San José at the History Park Museum. Open from 8:00 A.M to one half-hour after sunset; parking is $6.00. |
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Japanese Friendship Garden-
1300 Senter Road, San José, CA 95112
(408) 277-2757
Open Hours: 10am-Sunset
www.sjparks.org/Parks/RegionalParks/jfg/jfg.asp
Located in Kelley Park, this garden is modeled after Korakuen Park in Okayama, Japan, which is one of San José's sister cities. In a very peaceful, relaxing setting, enjoy the unique bridges, ponds and pathways that exquisitely demonstrate the fine art of classic Japanese landscape gardening. Visitors can even feed the fish. Visitors will always be immersed in a wide variety of colors, varying from wisteria lavenders to azalea pinks depending on the season. |
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History Park & Museum-
1650 Senter Road, San José, CA 95112
(408) 918-1040
www.historysanjose.org/visiting_hsj/history_park
History Park is located at the south end of Kelley Park at the corner of Senter Road and Phelan Avenue. With 27 original and reproduction homes, businesses and landmarks History Park highlights Santa Clara Valley's past. Complete with paved streets, running trolleys and a cafe, this 14-acre site has the charm and ambiance of times gone by. Begin your visit at the Museum Store in the Pacific Hotel located in the center of History Park. Then pick a map of the grounds and a list of open buildings or sign up for a docent led tour. Visit the stunning exhibit in the Main Gallery, browse through the Museum Store for book by local authors and interesting gifts, and don’t forget to stop by the Museum Cafe at O'Brien's Candy Store for lunch and some treats! Open Tuesday through Sunday from 12:00 P.M to 5:00 P.M. Admission is free. |
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Los Lagos Golf Course-
2995 Tuers Road, San José, CA 95121
408-361-0250 ext. 10
www.playloslagos.com/index.php
Los Lagos Golf Course Practice Facilities wants to supplement your golf experience every step of the way. Beside lessons and club fitting to improve your golf game, the course also provides a variety of practice facilities; the two-tiered driving range being the most apparent practice facility that is offered to customers. It includes a self-service, state-of-the-art swing recording system, the impractical Digital Swing Recorder.
Los Lagos Golf Course Pro Shop is one of the best spots to find some of the best golf apparel and equipment. The store carries name brands such as Titleist, Cobra, Ping and FottJoy.
Los Lagos Restaurant offers traditional American Cuisine with a taste of the local influences. Signature Omelettes and Burritos are some of the choices for breakfast while the lunch menu features a NY steak sandwich, gilled chicken, and ½ pound burger. Homemade Soup and salads are also available daily. Relax with a refreshing beverage as you enjoy the natural beauty of Los Lagos Golf Course. |
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Santa Clara County Fairgrounds-
344 Tully Road, San José, CA 95111
(408) 494-3247
www.thefairgrounds.org/home.cfm
Santa Clara County Fairground is the Silicon Valley’s most affordable and accessible venue. The Fairgrounds encompass 158 acres with seven major buildings, an Arena with 35,000 sq. feet of space, five event stages, and a satellite wagering facility. This is a flexible facility perfect for trade shows, home shows, RV shows and sales, corporate meetings, team building, weddings, Quinceañeras, concerts and festivals, auto shows and sales, fund raisers, and many other indoor or outdoor events. The Fairgrounds offer 167,000 square feet under roof, 20 acres of lawn and paved outdoor space, plus 40 acres of parking! |
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Lake Cunningham Park-
2305 South White Road, San José, CA 95148
(408) 794-7577
www.sjparks.org/Parks/RegionalParks/lcp/LakeCunningham.asp
This spacious outdoor facility will please everyone, which explains the half a million visitors that come here every year. You can exercise, play horseshoes or volleyball, and even go sailing or fishing. There are a variety of picnic areas including the Cypress Pavilion to hold your company meeting. The park is also home to Raging Waters and the Lake Cunningham Regional Skate Park. It is a perfect destination for all. Check out the variety of wildlife that makes the park their home. Admission is free. Parking is $6. Park closing time is one-half hour after sunset. |
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Raging Waters-
2333 South White Road, San José, CA 95148
(408) 238-9900
www.rwsplash.com/
This San José theme park has one of the Bay Area's best collections of water rides. On hot summer days it is a place where the whole family can splash, play, and picnic. It includes a wave pool, a pirate-inspired play structure with water cannons, waterfalls, a speed slide, thrill slides, and a slow river for inner tubing. Careen your way down the 500-foot-long Barracuda Blaster or take an inner-tube ride down the Great White Shark. For little children, there are also a variety of kiddie pools and play areas. |
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Lake Cunningham Regional Skate Park-
2305 South White Road, San José, CA 95109
(408) 794-7577
www.sjparks.org/Skateboard/index.asp
Lake Cunningham Regional Skate Park has 40,000 square feet of skating surface. The regional skate park is located at the Southeast corner of Lake Cunningham Regional Park. With over 40,000 square feet, it is one of the largest skate parks in the country. The skate park design has 26 features, including a 22-foot diameter full pipe as well as a competition jaw bowl, thumb ramp, ladle, flow bowl, hot tub/capsule, spill way, Euro blocks, ten-step and step up with Hubbas, drop ledges, a junior amoeba and beginner bowls. There are also times available for BMX riders. Skateboarding hours: weekdays 12:00 P.M to 30 minutes before sunset, weekends 9:00 A.M. to 30 minutes before sunset. BMX hours: Tuesday and Thursdays from 3:00 P.M. to 30 minutes before sunset, Sundays 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for youth. |
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Thompson Creek Trail-
2980 East Capitol Expressway, San José, CA 95148
www.sjparks.org/Trails/Thompson/index.asp
This trail is a great choice for all hiking levels. With scenic views and ample opportunities for bird watching, this trail, even in its interim condition, is a nice hiking trail. The adopted master plan defines a trail system from Lake Cunningham Park at Tully Road to Heartland Way along San Felipe Road, but has not yet been completed. |
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Montgomery Hill Park-
Yerba Buena Road at Villa Vista Road, San José, CA 95135
www.sjparks.org/Parks/montgomeryhill.asp
The trail is 59.6 acres of beautiful open space views. The pathway connects Yerba Buena Creek Trail to the Evergreen Creek Trail and passes by Evergreen Community College. |
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San José Astronomical Association-
Houge Park, Jacksol Drive, San José, CA 95124
(408) 371-1307
www.sjaa.net
Located at Houge Park, the San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) is an amateur astronomy club in San José. They focus on a variety of astronomical activities including star parties, featured speakers on space topics and observing classes. These great activities are open to all who are interested, no membership required. |
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Young People’s Theatre-
1601 Foxworthy Avenue, San José, CA 95118
(408) 723-1571
It’s great to see the stars of the past, but don’t forget about the stars of the future. The Young People’s Theatre runs fine art and theatre camps during the summer and hosts plays throughout the year for 1st graders through 11th graders. Pick up a Summer Flyer at the Kirk Community Center to find out the best time to see these young stars perform! |
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Camden Community Center-
3369 Union Avenue, San José, CA 95124
(408) 559-8553
http://www.sanjoseca.gov/prns/centers/CC/Camdencc/Camden.asp
With year-round activities, the Camden Community Center is a great place for youth, adults, and seniors to go. From its use as a cooling center during the high heat to its great aquatics programs, the Camden Community Center is a cool place to be no matter the season! Open Monday - Friday: 8:30 A.M. to 8:00 P.M., Saturday: 9:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M. |
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Almaden Lake Park-
15652 Almaden Expressway, San José, CA 95120
(408) 277-5130
www.sjparks.org/Parks/RegionalParks/alp/index.asp
Located in south San José, Almaden Lake Park is the only park featuring a sand beach and swim area in the South Bay. Many visitors come to relax and enjoy the recreational opportunities to fish along the shores of the 32 acres of lake, or hike and bike in the beautiful 65 acre facility. Others enjoy a nice family or company picnic and play volleyball, toss horseshoes or play Bocce ball as courts are available on a first come first serve basis. The park is open from 7:00 A.M. to one half-hour after sunset. |
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Los Alamitos Creek Trail-
South of Santa Teresa Blvd, from Lake Almaden along Camden Ave
www.sjparks.org/Trails/LosAlamitos/LosAlamitos.asp
Connected to the south end of Almaden Lake Park is the Los Alamitos Creek Trail, which continues to Santa Teresa County Park. This 3.9-mile trail features a fitness course and takes you by scenic agricultural lands and riparian communities. |
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Almaden Summer Concert Series-
For more information contact, the Almaden Community Center at (408) 808-3040
Graystone Park, Camden Ave and Mount Carmel Drive,
San José, CA 95120
Thursdays in July, from the 9th through the 30th, come to Graystone Park for live entertainment by the bands Sage, the Grove Kings, Silicon Valley House Rockers, and Under Cover! These evening concerts will run from 6:30pm until 8:00pm and are a great place to bring the entire family! |
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Art and Wine Festival in the Fall-
Almaden Lake Park
Located at Coleman Road and Almaden Expressway in south San José. Enter from Almaden Expressway.
www.almadenwine.com/
The Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival brings together an extensive network of sponsors in support of this prestigious community event. It will feature a variety of entertainment, including dancing acts, a magician, a number of local bands, and more. The festival will be held on September 20, 2009 at Almaden Lake Park in and will be open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. |
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Almaden Community Center-
6445 Camden Avenue, San José, CA 95120
(408) 808-3040
www.sjlibrary.org/about/locations/almaden/index.htm
The Almaden Community Center is San José's first large joint library and community center! Staff at the Almaden Branch Library and adjoining Community Center seek to provide relevant educational resources and recreational opportunities to the Almaden Valley and neighboring areas. The community center offers classes for people of all ages and interests, so check it out this summer! |
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Quicksilver Park-
Park office at (408) 268-3883
www.sccgov.org
Almaden Quicksilver County Park is spectacular in natural diversity and a landmark of California history. The park is the site of over 135 years of mining activities and former home to more than 1,800 miners and their families. The park encompasses 4,152 acres, occupying a majority of Capitancillos Ridge. During early spring, the park also offers one of the most spectacular wildflower displays in the region. Remnants of the mining era offer an exciting look into the mining operations of the latter part of the 19th century. For a personal look back at mining history, check the park out this summer! Open from 8:00 A.M. until sunset. |
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