Entries by Therese Swan

Fitness Options in Almaden Valley for the Summer

Almaden Valley has a number of options to help you stay fit throughout the year. Everything from gyms, fitness classes, yoga, bootcamps, and many other options. Curves Almaden Valley is a facility specially desinged for women featuring Curves Complete, the ONLY plan that provides diet, exercise, and motivation all in one plac! With Curves Complete, […]

Introduction to Geocaching in Almaden Quicksilver Park this Summer

Learn about the exciting pastime known as geocaching! The Alamden Quicksilver Park will be hosting a free, docent-guided geocaching adventure on Saturday, June 15, 2013 from 8:45am to 12pm. Participants will be provided with a GPS tracking device and will be instructed to find 6 to 7 “caches” hidden within the park. It’s a modern-day […]

KQED QUEST Piece on Mount Umunhum: Return to the Summit

From the Fun File: KQED QUEST aired a television piece entitled Mount Umunhum: Return to the Summit. QUEST treks to the peak of Mt. Umunhum rising steeply above Almaden Valley. During the Cold War the Air Force installed a sprawling radar station at the top of this mountain. For over 50 years the summit has […]

Art Classes in Almaden Valley for Children Ages 18 Months to 5 Years

Spend quality time with your young child creating art and having fun together! (This is a parent/guardian participation class.) My First Art Class is an art program for children ages 18 months to 5 years. The program offers an art environment where your child can flourish creatively. Each week, the program offers an exciting theme […]

Summer Art Classes at Cindy Art Studio

In addition to its regular weekly art classes, Cindy Art Studio is offering more than one dozen different special Summer art classes for children ages 5 and above. Classes in standard media include drawing and painting, oil painting, acrylic painting, and sketching. Classes in mixed media include 3D sculpture, diorama making, rock painting, card making, and character design. Classes […]

The Fratello Marionettes Performing The Vaudeville Follies in Almaden Valley

The Fratello Marionettes will perform their entertaining “Vaudeville Follies” in Almaden Valley. Experience the Artistry of Kevin Menegus and his marionettes. This variety show is in the spirit of the old time music hall, with experienced puppeteers performing in full view of the audience. The shows are filled with wonderful, high-quality marionettes that range in […]

Almaden Library to Host Performance by José Luis Orozco

José Luis Orozco, popular bilingual musician, is performing at the Almaden Library! Mr. José Luis Orozco is an award winning children’s book author and bilingual educator. He wrote De Colores, Diez Deditos and Fiestas. More recently, he wrote Rin Rin Rin Do Re Mi. CD’s accompany each of these colorful books to present a collection […]