Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Update for February 13, 2012

The Almaden Valley real estate market continues to attract buyers. Sellers are still not putting their homes on the market at a rate high enough to satisfy demand.

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Almaden Community Center’s Spring 2012 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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Jr. Ranger Program at Calero Park in Almaden Valley

Do you like to hike? Are you curious about Nature? Become a Junior Ranger!

Join us to explore a Santa Clara County Park’s wildlife, habitats, Ohlone cultural history, and resource protection. The program is for children ages 9-11.

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Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League 2012 Spring Recreational 4v4 Soccer

Registration for Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League’s 2012 Spring 4v4 Microsoccer Season is now open.

Spring Recreational 4v4 Microsoccer is a four against four game with no goalies. This format allows players to build confidence, strengthen their skills, and have fun.

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Free Professional Services for Almaden Valley Seniors

Almaden Senior Program is offering a number of free services to Almaden Valley seniors, including assistance with taxes, social security, health insurance, driving, and notary services.

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Leland Robotics Team, Quixilver 604, Holding E-Waste Recycling Drive

Got electronic waste? Leland Robotics Team, Quixilver 604, is holding an E-Waste Recycling Drive. All electronics, working or not, are accepted.

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Mike Wasserman to Present at Almaden Business Association Mixer

Guest of honor and speaker County Supervisor Mike Wasserman will present on the current local business climate at the next Almaden Business Association mixer. You will also be introduced to the new ABA Board Members for 2012, and hear about the other ABA activities coming up this year.

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2012 Denim 2 Diamonds Fundraiser Benefiting Leland Athletic Programs

Leland High School Booster Club is holding its 2012 Denim 2 Diamonds fundraiser benefiting Leland athletic programs and athletes.

The event includes dinner, no host bar, desert, dancing, live auction, and premium raffle. Joe Sharino Band will be playing.

Denim 2 Diamonds will be at The Golf Club at Boulder Ridge in Almaden Valley on Friday April 27, 2012 from 6:30-11:30pm.

Happy Hollow Park & Zoo Visting Almaden Valley

See the animals of Happy Hollow Park & Zoo in one hour – right here in Almaden Valley. See reptiles, mammals, birds, arachnids, and insects. Learn about their habitats and way of living. Happy Hollow takes great pride and fun in educating adults and children. A perfect event for families. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo will be at the Almaden Library on February 15, 2012 from 6-7pm.

“Rockin’ The Rack Against Cancer” Concert Benefitting Relay for Life of Almaden

The Saddle Rack and Relay for Life of Almaden are hosting the “Rockin’ The Rack Against Cancer” benefit concert.

This special event will feature five live bands: Tennessee River Band, Old School Rock-N-Roll, Chrome Deluxe, California Blues Machine, and Cornerstone House Band. The event will also feature an auction of sports and music items!

Tickets are $20. All proceeds benefit Relay for Life of Almaden and American Cancer Society. The event is at The Saddle Rack in Fremont, California on February 19, 2012. The concert starts at 5:30pm. Doors open at 4pm. You can purchase tickets online.

2012 Relay for Life of Almaden: Movement to End Cancer

logo: Relay for Life of Almaden ValleyHelp the American Cancer Society save lives by joining Relay for Life of Almaden Valley.

Relay for Life brings together people to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost to the disease, and fight back against a disease that takes too much.

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Fleetwood Almaden Estates, a Hudson Homes Neighborhood, Coming to Almaden Valley Fall 2012

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South San Jose’s beautiful Almaden Valley community will soon be home to Fleetwood Almaden Estates. These beautiful single family detached homes represent the newest and finest quality residential properties built in San Jose over the past 5 years.

The entire subdivision will consist of 16 homes with variations based on two floor plans, the Hazelwood and the Fairwood. Nine homes will be available in Phase I of the development, and seven more coming in Phase II. [Read more...]

Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Update for February 6, 2012

Buyers were active in Almaden Valley real estate last week. The number of single family homes for sale dropped from 61 last week to 54 this week, while the percentage of listings that are under contract increased from 31% to 40% over the same timeframe.

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Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Update for January 28, 2012

Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Update

Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Update

The Almaden Valley real estate market showed a bit of slowdown this past week. The number of single family homes on the market remained virtually unchanged, increasing from 60 last week to 61 this week. The number of listings under contract increased from 30% to 31% over the same time frame.

Traditional (ie non-distressed) sales were similar; the number of available single family homes increased from 48 to 50, while the number of listings under contract fell from 16 last week to 14 this week.

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17th Annual / 2012 Big Band Dance at Pioneer High School

photo: pioneer high school music instructorPioneer High School is holding its 17th Annual Big Band Dance benefiting the school’s Band & Orchestra Program.

This wonderful, fun-filled evening includes live music performances by Pioneer’s “S” Band, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz Band. Also enjoy dancing, ballroom dance lessons, appetizers and desserts, and silent auction and raffle prizes.

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Almaden Valley to Host 5th Annual / 2012 Battle of the Bands Competition Finale

logo: Battle of the BandsThe Battle of the Bands concert finale is back! The top five finalists for the 5th Annual / 2012 Battle of the Bands will compete for prizes in a live concert here in lovely Almaden Valley.

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

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Almaden Valley Mission Fitness Boot Camp for Women 2012 Schedule

logo: Mission Fitness Boot Camp Almaden ValleyMission Fitness Boot Camp is a fun and energizing morning workout designed to help you reach your fitness goals fast.

You will be put through a challenging workout that delivers the ultimate in fat loss, muscle toning, strength building, and cardio training – promising incredible results.

Mission Fitness Boot Camp offers a fun, non-competitive, and supportive environment. A great way to get in shape! Sessions are run by Lindsay Barker, Exercise Physiologist.

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2012 Summer Art Camp at Lord of the Light Art Studio & Gallery in Almaden Valley

Lord of the Light Art Studio & GalleryLord of the Light Art Studio & Gallery in Almaden Valley is holding its 2012 Summer Art Camp for kids in 1st – 12th grade. The studio has a unique camp curriculum that is designed to bring out and develop a child’s imagination and creativity, while teaching them the fundamentals of fine art.

The Summer Art Camp is a one-week, fun-filled learning experience that includes color theory, animation, and much more! Students will learn pencil drawing skills and how to use medias such as oil pastel, soft pastel, and watercolor. Your child will experience new freedom and a new love for art.

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Almaden Senior Program 2012 Trip Schedule

Almaden Senior Program has a number of domestic trips planned for 2012, including Black Oak Casino, Hawaii, and Trains of the Colorado Rockies. These trips are a wonderful and hassle-free way to see the United States with your significant other and/or friends.

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Matilda’s Marvelous Adventure Presented by the Almaden Senior Players

You’ll smile. You’ll chuckle. You’ll laugh out loud. Matilda’s Marvelous Adventure, a play written and directed by local Almaden Valley senior Mary Sheehan, follows Matilda Kumquat’s adventures as she travels around the world meeting various zany people she encounters along the way. Join in the fun and experience a humorous look at airlines, cruises, tourists, and tour groups.

The show will be presented on three dates at the Almaden Community Center:

  • January 22, 2012, 3pm. Dinner show, including wine and dessert. $15 for members, $20 for non-members.
  • January 24, 2012, 2pm. Includes popcorn. First-come, first-served tickets for $5.
  • January 27, 2012, 2pm. Includes ice cream. First-come, first-served tickets for $5.

Read more about the play and Mary Sheehan at Mercury News.