Martin-Fontana Parks Association Fundraiser – Help Save Our Park Trees!

Join your friends and neighbors and enjoy lunch or dinner at Amato Pizzeria this Wednesday August 10, 2011 anytime from 11am-10pm.

Fifteen percent (15%) of the proceeds will help the Martin-Fontana Parks Association buy shrubs and trees for the October 2011 phase of its park renewal plans.

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2011 / 4th Annual New Almaden Music Festival

poster: New Almaden Music FestivalThe 4th Annual New Almaden Music Festival boasts original musical acts, dancing, poetry, and great food – all in beautiful, historic New Almaden! Barbeque and beverages will also be available for purchase.

All proceeds will go to the search for a cure for Multiple Sclerosis.

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Special Back to School Makeover for Teens at The Studio by Angi

Teens: The Studio by Angi wants you to start the new school year feeling and looking great!

Don’t miss The Studio by Angi’s back to school special makeover for girls ages 12 and over. Learn important beauty skills that will keep your looks amazing and easy.

You will receive a complexion and skin consultation; learn skin, makeup, and hair recommendations and tricks; receive a fantastic make-up makeover; and learn what style clothing looks best on your body type.

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StartOrganic is Holding a Free Produce-Share for Almaden Valley Residents

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.

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Almaden Senior Program Events, Activities, and Classes for August 2011

logo: Almaden Community Center Senior ProgramAlmaden Senior Program has published its August 2011 Bulletin.

Almaden seniors can participate in a variety of fun, healthy, and engaging activities.

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1st Annual / 2011 Grande-Licious Family Festival in New Almaden

logo: Grande-Licious New AlmadenJoin your friends and neighbors for the 1st Annual / 2011 Grande-Licious Family Festival in New Almaden. Grande-Licious offers entertainment and fun for the whole family.

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Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Update – August 1, 2011

The market is still gradually recovering from the anticipated summer doldrums. The number of available single family listings dropped for the sixth straight week, from 106 last Monday to 104 this Monday. The percentage of listings that are under contract increased from 36% last week to 37% this week. For traditional (non-distressed) single family homes, the number of available listings dropped from 98 last week to 96 this week and the percentage of listings under contract held steady at 27%.

Rental Opportunities for Experienced Stylists at The Studio by Angi in Almaden Valley

logo: The Studio by AngiDo you know a great Stylist? The Studio by Angi — Almaden Valley’s newest, premiere full-service salon — is now offering two special rental opportunities to experienced Stylists.

The Studio’s progressive and upscale atmosphere offers amazing amenities for clients — including concierge reception service, skin care and brow bar, massage, exclusive hair and skin products, trend-forward gift and fashion boutique, gourmet espressos, wines and treats, and private parking!

Significantly growing clientele, ongoing marketing, and creative events make The Studio the hottest place in the South Bay for hair, skin, and cache!

Contact Krystal for more information: krystal@angiusa.com

Almaden Community Center Activity Guide for Fall 2011

logo: Almaden Community Center Activity Guide Fall 2011San 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.

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The Princeton Review is Proctoring a Free ACT Exam for Almaden Valley High School Students

logo: The Princeton ReviewThe Princeton Review is proctoring a free ACT test and offering a free personalized performance report for high school students in Almaden Valley. (ACT is a national college admissions examination.)

Don’t miss this opportunity to see how you will score on a full-length practice ACT exam that simulates real test conditions.

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