$10 Off Oil Change and $10 Off Smog Check at Almaden Chevron

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Almaden Chevron LogoSave $10 on your next oil change and an additional $10 on your next smog check at Almaden Chevron. Offers expire April 19, 2010. Coupons valid Monday through Saturday from 8:30am – 5pm only. Present the coupon before the work is performed. No appointments necessary. Get the coupons.

Almaden Chevron has been servicing Almaden Valley for 25 years. The Car Care Center offers a full range of preventive maintenance and repair services. All work is performed by ASE Certified Mechanics.

17th Annual Mustang Stampede Golf Tournament

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Golf Tee Photo

Photo by Chispita 666

The Pioneer High School Athletic Booster Club is holding the 17th Annual Mustang Stampede Golf Tournament. The event includes golf, lunch, dinner, and on-course refreshments. The tournament format is a four-person scramble with a shotgun start.

The event also features tee and raffle prices, long drive, closest to the pin, low team gross, hole in one prizes on all par 3s, and long-drive champion Brian Pavlet. The fee is $150 per person. ($30 for dinner only guests.)

The event is at Santa Teresa Golf Club on Friday, May 14, 2010, beginning at 1pm. Download the sign-up form.

Living with Wildlife Hike in Almaden Quicksilver County Park – July 10, 2010

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Photo of Bobcat

Photo by Len Blumin

Join the New Almaden Quicksilver County Park Association for its Living With Wildlife Hike in the Almaden Quicksilver County Park. You will learn about Almaden’s mountain lion, bobcat, and coyote neighbors, and how they depend on the park and humans to survive.

This is a 2.6-mile moderate/strenuous hike (small children not advised due to some steep trail sections). Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water and sun protection.

Meet at the Almaden Quicksilver County Park Hacienda Parking Lot Entrance, which is located at the south end of New Almaden (directions). The Living with Wildlife Hike is being held Saturday, July 10, 2010 from 10am to 12pm.

For more information call the Calero County Park at 408-268-3883.

History Hike in Almaden Quicksilver County Park – May 22 and July 10, 2010

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Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum Exhibit Photo

The Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum and New Almaden Quicksilver County Park Association is holding a History Hike in the Almaden Quicksilver County Park.

The hike will be informative and entertaining, and a great way to get outdoors for some exercise and to enjoy the beauty of the New Almaden Quicksilver County Park.

On this hike you will step back in time and learn what it was like to be a quicksilver (i.e., mercury) miner in New Almaden in the mining heyday of the mid nineteenth century. You will ride by van up into the park and then go on a 5-mile hike to various historic sites and stop to have lunch in the park.

Bring a brown-bag lunch, water, sturdy hiking shoes, and sun protection. The tour is $7 per person. Reservations are required. For more information call the Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum at 408-323-1107.

Meet at the Almaden Quicksilver County Park Hacienda Parking Lot Entrance, which is located at the south end of New Almaden (directions). The History Hike is being held on two different days. The first is Saturday, May 22, 2010 from 9am to 1:30pm. The second is Saturday, July 10, 2010 from 9am to 1:30pm.

If you can’t make either of the hikes, Ron Horii has created some really detailed and helpful information about the Almaden Quicksilver County Park, including beautiful pictures of the park, descriptions of the trails, and information about the Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum.

3-Month Fitness Membership for Only $49 – Special Offer Ends May 30, 2010

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Photo by Adria Richards

Get in shape for Summer at the state-of-the-art fitness facilities inside the Almaden Community Center. For only $49 you get access to the fitness center and all of the drop in fitness and sports programs – for 3 full months. You’ll be in swimsuit shape in no time!

This special offer ends May 30, 2010, so take advantage of this great low price now while you still can. Sign up at the Almaden Community Center. Your 3-month period starts from the date of purchase. No hidden fees or contracts required.

AccessAlmaden Now Optimized for Viewing on a Number of Popular Smart Phones

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Boys and Girls Lacrosse Summer Camps in Almaden Valley

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Skyhawks SportsDoes your child love lacrosse? Would they like to work on their skills and bring their game to the next level? If so, Skyhawks Sports is holding boys and girls lacrosse Summer camps in Almaden Valley.

The camp is geared towards kids ages 7 to 12 years old. Each camp includes skill drills, games, and scrimmages. Athletes will learn the fundamentals of stick handling, cradling, passing, and shooting – all in a fun, non-checking environment. Athletes will come away with a deep understanding of the game and its traditions.

LacrosseIn addition to providing health and fitness benefits, participating in Summer lacrosse camp builds self-esteem, respect for others, and teamwork skills. The participant-to-coach ratio is approx 12:1.

The camps are at Simonds Elementary School, July 6-9, 2010, 9am-12pm. The price is $104 per athlete. Register online at San Jose Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services.

95120 Nights! with Almaden Lifestyle Magazine

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95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine is holding its 95120 Nights! – an evening of mingling for Almaden Valley residents, business owners, and the 95120 Magazine team and advertisers. Entertainment will be provided by Randy Lira, Owner of RPM Productions, an interactive MC and DJ entertainment service for weddings, parties, and special events. Amato Pizzeria is offering 15% off food for the evening.

The 95120 Nights! event is at Amato Pizzeria in Almaden Valley on Monday, April 26, 2010 from 6-11pm.

Almaden Little League Baseball – Senior Division Sign Ups for the 2010 Season

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Almaden Little LeagueSign up for the Almaden Little League Senior Division 2010 Season. The Senior Division is for teens ages 15 and 16. The Senior Division baseball season begins mid May, after the high school baseball season ends.

The price is $225 per player. Registration is at Amato Pizzeria on Tuesday, April 6, 2010 from 7-8pm. More information about Almaden Little League.

Group Exercise Membership for All Fitness Classes – Only $49 Monthly

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Almaden Community CenterNeed to get ready for the Summer swim suit season? Can’t work up the motivation to do it by yourself? Almaden Community Center may have just what you need – a Group Exercise Membership that gives you access to all fitness classes.

For only $49 per month you have full access to all of the professionally lead group exercise classes, including zumba, cardio kickboxing, boot camp, pilates and more. This is a fantastic deal.

You will like working out in the fun and friendly atmosphere, and of course seeing the results. Classes are taught in a state of the facility – including a 7,000 sq. ft. gymnasium and 2,000 sq. ft. dance/aerobics studio.

Classes are at the Almaden Community Center, Monday through Saturday. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are available. See the City Wide Activity Guide for Spring & Summer 2010 for class descriptions, days, and times.