Register for Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League’s 2011 Spring Recreational 4v4 Microsoccer Season

logo: Almaden Valley Youth Soccer LeagueRegistration for Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League’s 2011 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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Nationally Recognized Author and Astronomer Speaking in Almaden Valley

photo: Solar System

NASA Photo (nix.nasa.gov)

As a part of the Doris Dillon Author Series, author and astronomer, David Aguilar, will be giving a talk about the solar system and space science in Almaden Valley.

David is the author of 13 Planets: The Latest View of the Solar System and other space-themed nonfiction for elementary-school students.

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Local Historians Presenting on the History of Quicksilver Mining in New Almaden

Entrance to Quicksilver Mine in New Almaden

Photo by Alexi Kostibas

Saratoga Historical Foundation is sponsoring a presentation on the “The History of New Almaden – Once the Largest Mine in California.”

The talk is being presented by noted authors and local historians Art Boudreault and Mike Boulland, authors of the book New Almaden – Images of America.

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2011 Silicon Valley International Auto Show

See the latest in automobile style and technology at this show which runs Jan
6-9 at the San Jose EcEnery Convention Center. For more information, visit
http://www.motortrendautoshows.com/sanjose/generalinfo.jsp

Winter 2011 Open House Schedule for Almaden Valley Child Development Centers (CDCs)

logo: Almaden Valley Child Development CentersAlmaden Valley Child Development Centers (CDCs) are holding open house for the new year. CDC programs offer before and after school educational and recreational opportunities for school age children.

Child Development Centers aim to enrich the lives of children through quality, accredited child development programs that support emergent curriculum based on the child’s learning style, temperament, and needs. CDCs put children at the center of an interconnected circle of families, teachers, and the community.

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2011 AARP Driver Safety Program at Almaden Community Center

AARP Driver Safety in Almaden ValleyAlmaden Senior Program and AARP are sponsoring a two-day Driver Safety Class for seniors age 50 and older.

People who complete the course will receive a certificate that may entitle them to a premium discount on their automobile insurance. Learn more about the Driver Safety Class on AARP’s website.

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Almaden Senior Program 2011 Trip Schedule

logo: Almaden Senior ProgramAlmaden Senior Program has a number of domestic and international trips planned for 2011, including South Pacific, Copper Canyon, Canadian Rockies, and the Nile. These trips are a wonderful and hassle-free way to see the world with your significant other and/or friends.

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Leland Bridge Night 2011 Fundraiser for Leland High School

logo: Leland Bridge in Almaden ValleyLeland Bridge is holding its annual Leland Bridge Night fundraising event. Proceeds benefit Leland High School.

Leland Bridge Night 2011 includes fabulous live performances, delicious dinner, and great raffle prizes. More information about the event, including volunteer and programming / entertainment opportunities, can be found on the Leland Bridge website.

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Winter 2011 Open House Schedule for Almaden Valley Private Schools

At the beginning of every year the private schools in Almaden Valley hold open house and open enrollment for prospective and returning students.

Almaden Valley is home to a number of private schools for students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary school, and middle school. Following is the Winter 2011 Open House Schedule for Almaden Valley Private Schools:

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Williams Wins Foundation’s 2nd Annual / 2011 Crab & Pasta Feed Fundraiser

logo: Williams Wins FoundationWilliams Wins Foundation is holding its 2nd Annual / 2011 Crab & Pasta Feed, its biggest fundraiser of the year. Dinner includes all-you-can-eat crab, pasta, salad, and rolls.

The event also features a silent and live auction, DJ for dancing, spectacular raffle, and a whole lot of fun! Please mark your calendars.

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