Sign 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.
Need 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.
Bring your loved ones to Sonoma Chicken Coop in Almaden Valley for Easter Brunch. A traditional, all you can eat buffet-style brunch will be served. Brunch will include an array of your favorite selections, plus a few Sonoma specials. As usual, all items made fresh, from scratch! Adults $19.95. Kids and Seniors $13.95. Reservations are recommended. Sonoma Chicken Coop, Sunday, April 4, 2010 from 9am to 3pm. For more information or to make a reservation call (408) 997-1272.
Antiques Advisor, Steven Yvaska, is presenting a six-week antiques seminar in Almaden Valley. The seminar is called, “Antiques 3: Getting in Over Your Head and Loving It.”
This seminar is an informal study of the fascinating world of antiques and collectibles. Steven will be discussing topics as varied as gentlemen’s antiques, toys, prints and paintings, springtime holiday artifacts, and select European ceramics. The class will also be going on a special field trip destination. Come willing to learn and share your own expertise! The seminar is sponsored by the San Jose Department of Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services.
The seminar is at the Almaden Community Center, Room 2. Class is held weekly for six weeks on Wednesdays from 10am-12pm. The seminar begins April 14, 2010. Price is $89 for residents and $97 for non-residents. Registration is under way now. You can register for the seminar online.
Looking for something to do on Saturday nights that is close to home? Go to Ballroom Dancing class at Almaden Yoga.
Learn a new elegant dance each week. The Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, East Coast Swing, Hustle, Meringue, Night Club Two Step, and West Coast Swing.
The class is taught by Daniel, an experienced, fun-loving social ballroom teacher. Bring a partner or come by yourself, either way you’ll have a blast! Tell your friends and spread the word.
Almaden Yoga is next to UNWINED Wine Bar and Elements Restaurant. After dancing enjoy 50% off your first glass of wine at UNWINED. Or have dinner at Elements Restaurant – bring this coupon for up to $10 off.
Ballroom dancing at Almaden Yoga starts Saturday, April 10, 2010, 7-8pm. $15 drop-in per person.
It is time to register your child for kindergarten at Williams Elementary School. Beginning with the 2010-2011 school year, kindergarten will be a full day. Registration begins April 1, 2010. To make an appointment to register your child, call one of the district enrollment centers listed below.
Orientation for parents of kindergarten students who have been enrolled is May 12, 2010 from 8:15 to 10:30am. Invitations for orientation will be mailed beginning May 1, 2010.
District Enrollment Centers
Burnett Enrollment Center
110 E. Hedding St.
San Jose, CA
Requirements: (408) 535-6410
Appointments: (408) 535-6412
Erikson Enrollment Center
4855 Pearl Ave.
San Jose, CA
Requirements: (408) 535-6430
Appointments: (408) 535-6436
Photo by Per Mosseby
Join us for white glove, silver service High Tea at The Almaden Empress. Listen to the pleasing sounds of chamber music while enjoying a dazzling array of finger sandwiches, fresh seasonal fruit, scones with a selection of preserves, pastries, cakes, tarts, delicious teas, and much more.
You are welcome to dress for the occasion. Ladies, wear one of your hats. Gentlemen, bow ties optional. This event is for adults ages 50 and older, and is brought to you by the Almaden Senior Program.
Tickets go on sale Friday, April 2, 2010 at 10am inside the Almaden Community Center near the sports and fitness desk. $10 for members and $15 for non-members.
The event is at at the Almaden Community Center, Community Room on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 2pm. We hope to see you!
Akeena Solar is holding free educational solar power seminars in Almaden Valley. The following topics will be covered:
The seminar is being held at UNWINED Wine Bar in Almaden Valley. Attend Tuesday, March 23, 2010 or Tuesday, April 6, 2010 from 7-8pm. Pre-register today: http://bit.ly/bbNYRy.
The 2010 Citywide Youth Track Meet is being held in Almaden Valley. The meet is free for all participants, and is being sponsored by the City of San Jose and the San Jose Police Amateur Athletic Foundation.
The meet is for boys and girls ages 9 to 14, and includes various running races (50, 100, 200, 400, 800, and 1600 meter and 4 x 100 meter relay), standing long jump, and softball throw.
The meet is at Leland High School on Saturday, May 8, 2010. Registration is from 8am to 9am, and the events from 9am to 3pm.
The top three winners in each event, with the exception of relay teams, will participate in the Hershey’s Nor-Cal State Track Meet, which will be held at Oak Grove High School on Saturday, June 19, 2010.
More information about the 2010 Citywide Youth Track Meet:
Or contact Judi Baxter, Track Meet Director, at Judibax@sonic.net or (707) 546-3986.
Mad Science summer camps offer a daily combination of in-class science discovery and exploration, outdoor games, and hands-on application of the scientific principles presented. Campers create a take-home project every day of camp. The following camps are being held at Almaden Community Center:
