UNWINED Wine Tour to Napa Valley Wineries

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logo: UNWINEDJoin Cesar from UNWINED for a tour of select Napa Valley wineries. You will go by bus to a variety of wineries, including Alpha Omega, Silver Oak, Turnbull Wine Cellars, and V. Sattui Winery.

The wine tour is Saturday, November 6, 2010, from 10am to 6pm. Meet in the parking lot at UNWINED in Almaden Valley.

Breakfast will be provided prior to the bus departure, which will be at 10:30am. Lunch will be available for purchase at the V. Sattui Winery.

The price is $75 per person. Wine tasting fees are an additional $15-$20 at each winery and applied towards any wine purchase. Register online to reserve your seats (the tour bus accommodates 54 passengers).

Magician Brian Scott’s Access to Oddities Show Coming to Almaden Valley

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photo: Magician Brian ScottAccess to Oddities is a hilarious and interactive one of a kind show. Magician Brian Scott combines magic, comedy, and pure fun that the whole family with enjoy.

Brian Scott has spent a lifetime being intrigued by the bizarre and strange world of magic, and has integrated into his show entertaining oddities from around the world. With these oddities, he creates an experience that allows the audience to not only see but also partake in these strange occurrences first-hand.

Brian Scott will have you laughing, scratching your head in wonder, and being just plain amazed. The show features baffling and comical magic, audience participation, and surprising mind-reading demonstrations that will have you rubbing your eyes in disbelief.

Brian Scott’s Access to Odditiesis will be entertaining you at the Almaden Community Center on Saturday, October 23, 2010, from 1:00-2:00pm.

Dandia Raas Night – Ethnic Folk Dance

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Photo: Dandia Raas Night DancersGo to Dandia Raas Night for an enchanting evening of ethnic folk dance. Dandia is a high­ energy group dance from India that is rhythmic and fun for everyone. Beginner instruction will be available. Adults and children are welcome.

This fundraiser event is presented by Leland Parent Club. All proceeds go to Leland High School academic enrichment programs, capital improvements, and student equipment and supplies.

The event is at Leland High School on Saturday, October 16, 2010, from 8-11pm. The price is $15 per person. Children under 3 are free. See the flier for more information.

First Annual Broomstick Ball

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Silicon Valley Cares, a non-profit organization dedicated to benefiting local charitable organizations, is holding their First Annual Broomstick Ball on Saturday, October 16, 2010. Costumes are encouraged for this night of music, dancing and food. For additional information visit www.siliconvalleycares.com

Memoir Writing Class in Almaden Valley

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photo: hand writing with pen on paper

Photo by matsuyuki (Toshiyuki Imai)

Learn how to write your memoir. Attend a creative memoir writing class to learn useful techniques that will help you identify memories of pivotal events and moments in your life. Preserve your personal stories on paper for yourself and to share with future generations of your family. The class is for adults age 50 and older.

The Memoir Writing class is at the Almaden Community Center, AL Room 4. The class meets every Monday beginning November 15, 2010 and ending December 13, 2010, from 10:30am – 12:00pm. The price is only $34. Three ways to register: online, at the community center, or mail or fax the registration form.

4th Annual / 2010 Harvest Festival in Almaden Valley

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photo: pumpkin in fall leaves

Photo by Pink Sherbet Photography

Bring the entire family to the 4th Annual / 2010 Harvest Festival in Almaden Valley. There’s something for everyone.

The festival will feature arts and crafts from local artists, pumpkin patch, haunted houses (for kids and teens), games, craft-making, story time and puppet show, raffle prizes, and delicious food. Children are invited to wear Halloween costumes.

Save the date for this fun event that the whole family will enjoy. Harvest Festival is at the Almaden Community Center on Saturday, October 23, 2010, from 11am to 4pm. General admission and parking are free.

Drawing & Painting for Teens in Almaden Valley

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Leonardo da Vinci's Self-Portrait

Line drawing in sanguine by Leonardo da Vinci

Drawing & Painting for Teens is focused on developing specific skills in representational drawing and painting. Participants will learn through teacher demonstrations, individual instruction, and class critiques.

You will get to choose from acrylic paints, water-soluble oils, and drawing instruments and materials. Each student will also use his or her own choice of subject-matter photos, pictures, etc. to use for inspiration.

You will gain confidence to take on greater challenges in painting or drawing, so you can go on to produce great works of art!

The class is for teens ages 13-18. All levels of experience are welcome. The instructor is Nancy Franck.

Drawing & Painting for Teens is at Almaden Community Center in AL Room 3. Class will be held every Thursday, from 4:30-6:00pm, beginning November 16, 2010 and ending December 21, 2010 (6 meetings). The price is $88 per participant. Register online.

Holiday Shopping Extravaganza at Almaden Swim and Racquet Club

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logo: Almaden Swim and Racquet ClubCome get a jump start on your holiday shopping. See the latest in hand-crafted clothing, fashions, and home accessories at great low prices!

Shop dozens of vendors in one convenient location: Angi USA, Gold Canyon Candles, LB Design Rhinestone, Goldbug (bring unwanted gold and get cash to shop with), Mini Mosaic, Stella and Dot Jewelry, Kari Salo Photography, and much more.

You won’t want to miss this one night only event. See you there and get ready to shop til’ you drop!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 19, 2010, from 5:30-8:30pm at Almaden Swim and Racquet Club (near the tennis courts).

Mission Chamber Orchestra

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The Mission Chamber Orchestra of San Jose is celebrating their 15th anniversary with an evening party including music, dancing, dining, an auction and a raffle. For more information, visit www.MissionChamber.org

October 2010 Almaden Valley Market Update

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The market in Almaden Valley is a little slow now, but open house activity has started to pick up so this graph may change shortly.

October Market Report