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.
Mike Wasserman to Present at Almaden Business Association Mixer
February 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Epiphany Party in Almaden Valley
January 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Episcopal Church in Almaden and Congregational Church of Almaden Valley, United Church of Christ are celebrating Epiphany with a family potluck dinner and service welcoming the Three Wise Men and their camel, no less.
Everyone is encouraged to bring a candle for the altar. The Kings will light the candles so the light may be shared with others in our community and the world.
Almaden Valley Churches 2011 Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Schedules
December 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Saturday, December 24, 2010 – Christmas Eve
- 4:00 pm Vigil Mass in the Church (Children’s and Middle School Choirs)
- 4:00 pm Vigil Mass in the Gym (Men’s Choir)
- 6:00 pm Vigil Mass (Children’s and Middle School Choirs)
- 9:00 pm Vigil Mass (3sixty Band)
- 11:00 pm Vigil Mass (Adult Choir)
Sunday, December 25, 2010 – Christmas Day
- 8:00am, 9:30am, and 11:30am Masses (no 6pm Mass)
Almaden Quicksilver County Park Habitat Restoration Volunteer Project
October 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Throughout Santa Clara Valley non-native plant species are forcing out our native plants, in some cases drastically altering local ecosystems. Volunteers help us restore local habitat by removing these invasive species.
Almaden Business Association Presentation and Mixer
October 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Matthew Mahood, President & CEO of San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce, will be speaking at the next Almaden Business Association event.
He will be discussing the future direction of the Chamber and specific issues of interest to businesses in the Almaden Valley and Blossom Valley areas.
Almaden Super Lions 2011 Blanket Drive
October 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Please support Almaden Super Lions with its 2011 Blanket Drive as they once again collect new and gently used clean blankets for those less fortunate.
San Jose Unified School District’s Community Meeting in Almaden Valley
October 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This is your opportunity to provide input on your child’s education and resetting of SJUSD’s Strategic Plan based on SJUSD’s New Vision and Mission.
Superintendent Dr. Vincent Matthews and the SJUSD Board of Education are seeking input on what 21st century skills students should be able to know and do in order to be a productive member of a global society.
Presentation on Bully-Proofing Your Child in Almaden Valley
September 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Bullying is not just a harmless, normal part of growing up. It can cause devastating, lifelong problems. And it’s not going away all by itself. Most bullying situations can only be turned around with adult intervention and specific social and emotional skill-building.
Coastal Cleanup Day in Almaden Valley
September 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Be a part of the solution to creek pollution! Come with friends, family, and lots of energy to one of the two Coastal Cleanup sites in Almaden Valley, which include Calero Creek and Los Alamitos Creek & Guadalupe Creek.
Calero County Park Trails Master Plan Community Meeting
September 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Santa Clara County Parks is holding the next community meeting about the Master Plan for the Calero County Park Trails.
Almaden Expressway Operational Improvement Project
September 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Santa Clara County Roads and Airports Department will soon be working on several improvements to ease traffic on Almaden Expressway.
Almaden Cares to Discuss Teen Driving Survey Results
August 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
During the Almaden Cares Teen Driving Simulator Event participating teens were asked a set of questions about driver safety.
More specifically, whether they have ever engaged in, or been a passenger in a vehicle where the driver has engaged in, texting and driving or drinking and driving.
StartOrganic is Holding a Free Produce-Share for Almaden Valley Residents
August 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
StartOrganic is holding its first community produce-share in Almaden Valley. StartOrganic will be passing out a gamut of homegrown produce from its own network of local gardens. You can also get information about how you can start or expand your own organic garden at home.
2011 New Almaden Day and Jump-In Parade
July 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The 2011 New Almaden Day and Jump-In Parade include a parade that goes through the historic mining community of New Almaden.
The celebration continues at the New Almaden Community Club following the parade. After-parade festivities include BBQ lunch, games for the kids, bake sale, raffle, and country music and dancing.
2011 / 43rd Annual 4th of July Parade in Almaden Valley’s Montevideo Neighborhood
July 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Looking for something to do for 4th of July and want to stay close to home? Montevideo Homeowners Association is holding its 2011 / 43rd Annual 4th of July Parade.
95120 Nights at Sonoma Chicken Coop – Summer 2011
June 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine continues its series of 95120 Nights. Go enjoy the fun, social atmosphere.
Visit, mingle, and network with your fellow Almaden Valley business owners and residents. Enjoy $4.00 margaritas and complimentary appetizers.
Speakers to Discuss Proposed Almaden Ranch Retail Center at Next AVCA Meeting
March 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The 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.
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.
Lend a Hand Ministry at Holy Spirit in Almaden Valley
March 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Holy Spirit in Almaden Valley has a new ministry program called Lend a Hand that sounds really wonderful.
The ministry is focused on reaching out to the elderly and those in our community who need help with simple tasks around the house. Volunteer to help someone with repairing fixtures, cleaning windows, mowing the lawn, or other to do’s and errands.
If you are in need of assistance or you can volunteer to help, please complete one of the simple Lend a Hand forms on the Holy Spirit website:
Or, if you would rather speak to someone, please contact Leah Harris or Mike Ferrero:
- Leah Harris: 408-997-5110, lharris@holyspiritchurch.org
- Mike Ferrero: 408-997-5111, mferrero@holyspiritchurch.org
Almaden Valley Women’s Club Hosting Women’s Safety Seminar
February 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Almaden Valley Women’s Club is featuring the Laugh Yourself Safe seminar during its March 2011 general meeting.
Laugh Yourself Safe is a dynamic, educational, and entertaining program that addresses the safety of women and their families. The seminar is presented by Crime Stop USA.
You will learn how to get to and from your car safely, how to identify red-flag behavior, how criminals pick their victims, how to stop home invasion, and what every woman should know about sexual assault and rape.
“Almaden Valley Women’s Club is dedicated to the personal and professional growth of its members and is grateful to Crime Stop USA for presenting this informative seminar. In a time of increasing crime, it is important to empower people, especially women, to know how handle any situation,” said club President, Sharon Townsend.
This special program is at Almaden Valley Joint Venture Churches (6581 Camden Ave., San Jose, CA, 95120) on Tuesday March 1, 2011, at 7:00pm.
Almaden Valley Women’s Club is currently accepting new members. Club members coordinate and participate in the Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival, attend social events and make new friends, and help make a difference in the Almaden Community. Almaden Valley Women’s Club was established in 1965.
To find out more about the Almaden Valley Women’s Club membership and programs, contact the group’s Membership VP, Angela Kelly, at membership@almadenwomen.org.
Almaden Cares Meeting to Discuss Smart Driving for Teens
February 19, 2011 By 2 Comments
Almaden Cares meetings are open to all who want to help save the lives of kids on the streets and roads in Almaden Valley.
At the meetings the group provides an update on the most recent accomplishments, discusses plans, and talks about how it can increase community involvement. The meetings are open to all adults and students.
Almaden Cares is a small group of community members who have joined together in response to the many tragic and horrific car collisions involving teenage drivers in Almaden Valley.
The goal of Almaden Cares is to raise the consciousness of pre-teens, teens, and parents regarding the causes of catastrophic accidents involving teen drivers.
The organization wants everyone who gets behind the wheel of a car and everyone who rides as a passenger to make good decisions about their own safety as well as the safety of those around them.
Almaden Cares invites you to join them in this community effort. The next meeting is at the Offices of Alain Pinel, 1071 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose, on Tuesday, March 8, 2011, from 7-8pm. Along with a special guest speaker, the group will discuss recent progress with community partners, its new website, and related issues. Help make this endeavor a continuing success – go and share your ideas and thoughts.
Below is a new Almaden Cares advertisement promoting the theme of smart driving for kids:
