CONNECTION RECOMMENDATION FOR SAN JOSE DIRIDON-AIRPORT THE RECOMMENDATION FOR A CONNECTION BETWEEN THE SAN JOSE DIRIDON AND AERPORT HAS BEEN SENT TO THE COUNCIL In addition to its downtown Diridon station, the City of San Jose is pursuing an efficient way to connect San Jose Mineta International Airport to Diridon Station. Travelers will benefit from better connectivity and efficiency when these two hubs are connected. It is notoriously difficult and expensive to build new transit systems. City officials want to build new transit lines more quickly and for less money. An RFP
read more →The San Jose event takes place on Saturday Caturday in San Jose We have the purr-fect place to hang out with your feline friend at Silicat Valley Cat Convention and Festival this weekend. You can mingle with friendly felines at The Dancing Cat in Downtown San Jose and Mini Cat Town in Eastside. A cat cafe where you can have snacks while snuggling with adoptable cats, The Dancing Cat in San Jose . You can hang out with rescue kittens up for adoption or foster care at Mini Cat Town. Recycle
read more →Evacuation Centers opened by the San Joaquin Community Centers to assist storm-affected residents Residents impacted by the storm can seek assistance at SJ Community Centers ' evacuation centers A special feature from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services of the City of San Jose It was a storm of epic proportions as a bomb cyclone swept through the Bay Area, causing power outages, fallen trees, mudslides, closed highways, and flash floods. Due to this emergency, our Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) Seven Trees Community Center opened their doors
read more →History of sports in San Jose Sports History in San Jose There are many athletes, fans, and teams in San Jose, including the Sharks hockey team, Earthquakes soccer club, and Giants minor league baseball team. Statue of Olympic Black Power, San Jose State University It is home to a number of Olympic athletes and Olympians. SJSU students John Carlos and Tommy Smith made history with their black power salute at the 1968 Olympic games, which is now marked with a statue on campus. In addition to Brandi Chastain and the late
read more →Donate to San Jose's Black Owned Restaurants Restaurants owned by African-Americans in San Jose should be supported Despite the shift in dialogue in San Jose, our #sanjoselove remains strong. As part of our platform, we've partnered with Mary Celestin, a San Jose native, musician, engineering student, and now activist offering financial support to Black voices and businesses. Here are some ways locals and tourists can support the Black community in Mary's now viral illustrated guide, Lets Get to Work, San Jose! Mary recommends her top Black-owned restaurants in San Jose for al
read more →Here's your guide to getting spooky in San Jose in 2020 San Jose's Spooky 2020 Guide In the midst of Halloween and Dia de los Muertos, you may have been wondering how to celebrate your love of all things spooky while being mindful of physical distancing protocols and the safety of yourself and others. You did a great job of being a responsible visitor! No celebrations need to be canceled, just respectfully modified. Whether you live in San Jose or are celebrating from abroad, here are some ways you can get into the ghostly spirit! Halloween Activities on the Row Santana Row offers family-friendly Halloween entertainment every year. This year, thanks to safety protocols in place and the summer al fresco season in full swing, Santana Rows will host an Instagram takeover for kids on Tuesday, October 27! Families of all ages can enjoy an entertaining Halloween adventure with Kiddle Karoos, a musical Halloween treat kids will love!. Take part in the Santana Row Coloring Contest, which features a Halloween theme. This is their official spooky coloring page. Download it now. Share your work of art
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