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We know our loyal readers enjoy participating in events and activities at Almaden Branch Library from time to time.
We wanted to inform all of you that the Almaden Branch Library hours have changed. The library is now open four days per week. Following are the new hours:
San Jose Parks Recreation & Neighborhood Services has released the Almaden Community Center Activity Guide for Fall 2011.
The Almaden Community Center Activity Guide includes all of the programs, classes, and activities planned for the Almaden Community Center in Fall 2011.
Phil Ackerly, Master Magician, will debut his new Summer library show – Magic Around the World – here in Almaden Valley.
Kids will receive Phil’s PASSPORT to magic. Witness new tricks, illusions, and comedy that Phil has created especially for his Summer shows.
Enjoy learning all about the intriguing society of bees in a most entertaining way with Uncle Jer’s Bee Show.
Uncle Jer is bringing two observation hives containing live bees, frames of wax and honey, and honey samples for you to taste.
Performer and Educator Doug Nolan delights people of all ages with his Rock Steady Juggling and Eco-Tainment show.
Doug will wow you with his juggling virtuosity, comical antics, and audience participation – while sharing his passion for taking care of the Earth.
Ventriloquist, Steve Chaney, is coming to Almaden Valley with with The Corny Crow Show. Corny and Steve visit 50 libraries annually presenting a fun and entertaining program for all ages.
The Studio by Angi, Almaden Valley’s community-focused salon and boutique, is holding its “First Mid-Summer Children’s Fashion Show of Almaden Valley.”
South Bay Tennis Academy is holding Rally Ball Tennis Camp in Almaden Valley this Summer. The camp is for kids ages 7-14.
Rob Soul, from Kids & Chess, is offering free introductory chess classes for beginners in Almaden Valley.
Rob teaches beginning students of all ages with proven curriculum that features a high level of interactivity and emphasizes strong chess fundamentals.
Almaden Swim & Racquet Club has a number of Junior Tennis Camps this Summer for kids ages 7-12.
Campers will learn the basics in a fun and low-key atmosphere. The camps are taught by Kathy Barnes, USPTA Licensed Teaching Professional.
KnowledgeQuest in Almaden Valley is offering a number of unique workshops this Summer.
You may enroll your child in any of the seven workshops or any single workshop module. Each workshop is four days and goes for three hours each day.
South Bay Tennis Academy is holding junior recreational tennis classes in Almaden this Summer. Classes include Mini Tennis (ages 4-7), Rallyball I (ages 8-12), and Rally Ball II (ages 8-14).
US Soccer Coaching is offering a multi-week Summer camp program that focuses on teaching players, ages 3-14, the fundamentals of all areas of soccer, both as individual players and as a team.
Almaden Academy will be offering its Math Mania, Money‐Smart Kids, and Funny Business camps in Almaden Valley this Summer.
Art Camp Too exposes children, ages 9-12, to drawing, painting, or sculpture techniques. Students complete at least one finished project daily.
The camp is taught by Mary Jane O’Marah, 3rd Grade Teacher at Williams Elementary School.
888 Monkeys Summer Arts Program offers professional instruction in circus arts, drama, music, and visual art.
Experienced educators team up with drama, art, circus, and movement professionals to offer kids ages 8-16 an opportunity to create and perform their own show on the last day of the program. No prior experience necessary.
East Bay Vivarium Traveling Reptile Program features between 20 and 30 reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids.
The program typically brings along an assortment of creepies, crawlies, and critters, including tarantulas, frogs, lizards, turtles, spiders, scorpions, and snakes. The program is very exciting and perfectly safe. Children will also learn a little natural history, animal husbandry, and safety.
Watch teens ages 12-18 compete in the 2011 Teen Talent Show finale. Performances may include singing, dancing, comedy, magic, or other special talent.
All performers are the first and second place winners of the six local branch competitions. Each individual or group contestant will perform for up to 5 minutes.
Performances will be judged on a 10-point scale in the following four categories: (1) stage presence, (2) originality, (3) audience response, and (4) professionalism. Winners receive cash prizes of $250 for First Place, $150 for Second Place, and $50 for Third Place.
San Jose’s Citywide 2011 Teen Talent Show grand finale is at Almaden Branch Library in the Community Room on Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 3-5pm. Come early and bring your family and friends to cheer on your favorite performers.
Almaden Summer Horse Camp is for kids, ages 6-16, who like horses, riding, and creating friendships and experiences that be will cherished forever.
Children will have fun learning to ride and improving their riding skills. Kids can learn Western, English, or Bareback. The camp is suited for beginners and advances to higher skill levels. Each child is evaluated for his/her ability and placed in a group that matches their age and skill level.
Children will also learn what it takes to properly care for our equine buddies. This season’s Summer Camp will also feature fun activities and entertainment, including exciting shows, demonstrations, horse related games, crafts, and more.
Almaden Summer Horse Camp is at Almaden Equestrian Center in Almaden Valley. Each Summer Horse Camp session is Monday through Friday from 9am-4pm. Extended care is available Monday through Friday 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm.
Each 5-day session is $450 per child. You can register online. Ask about sibling discounts. Refer 3 friends and receive $50 off upon their paid enrollment in one or more sessions in the 2011 Summer Camp season.
Following are the 5-day Summer Camp sessions available for 2011:
Session 1: June 13 – June 17, 2011
Session 2: June 20 – June 24, 2011
Session 3: June 27 – July 1, 2011
Session 4: July 5 – July 8, 2011 (4 days @ $360)
Session 5: July 11 – July 15, 2011
Session 6: July 18 – July 22, 2011
Session 7: July 25 – July 29, 2011
Session 8: August 1 – August 5, 2011
Session 9: August 8 – August 12, 2011
Session 10: August 15 – August 19, 2011
For more information, contact the Summer Camp Program Director, Patricia Jamison, at (408) 927-0232 or info@almadensummerhorsecamp.com.
About Almaden Equestrian Center
Almaden Equestrian Center is a friendly, family orientated 6-acre ranch that features a horse boarding facility, large outdoor arena, smaller covered arena, round pen, and plenty of room for riding horses. AEC also has a community snack shack with a full size refrigerator, microwave, and running water. The shaded picnic area is perfect for eating lunch and taking breaks.
Children’s Discovery Museum will create a laboratory for young scientists to investigate chemical reactions with dry ice as they solve a dilemma presented within a folktale.
Laboratory Stories stimulates kids to explore the wonders of science. The program integrates language arts and science with interactive experiments that:
This event will be held at the Almaden Branch Library inside the Program Room on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 from 3:30-5:00pm. The program is for children ages 5-12.
Having the Children’s Discovery Museum’s Laboratory Stories program in Almaden Valley was made possible through the generous contributions of the Friends of the Almaden Branch Library.
