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Rapper Traxamillion holds a microphone close to his mouth and wears a bright orange track jacket.
Culture
Remembering San Jose rapper + producer Traxamillion
Learn about the late San Jose-raised rapper + producer who has a lasting legacy in the great 408, the Bay Area, and the hip-hop world as a whole.
February 26, 2024 06:16 PM
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Alyson Chuyang
A pink-hued picture of Santa Clara Street with graphics depicting each of the five love languages; hand-holding, a gift box, a chat bubble with a heart, a clock with a heart at the center, and hands holding a heart that is half-heart, half-Earth.
Culture
Expressing your love language in San Jose
We’re looking at how you can express the five love languages around the great 408.
February 13, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
Shamrock Run
City
Things to look forward to in San Jose in 2024
We’re looking forward to a lot in 2024, from celebrating big milestones to trying new restaurants + attending big events.
January 2, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
Mural on the side of the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center, depicting the many sides of William Price, otherwise known as Billy DeFrank. The name of the organization "Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center" is on the mural, as well as the title "Spirit of Generosity, Love, and Inclusion."
Culture
Try this: SJtoday’s Picture of the Year contest
We’re commemorating 2023 the best way we know how — highlighting local photos through our SJtoday Picture of the Year contest.
January 2, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
FridaKahlo
Arts
The City of San Jose announces its 2024 Creative Ambassadors
The city’s Office of Cultural Affairs have selected 19 ambassadors since launching the program in 2019, let’s see who’s our upcoming creative ambassadors.
December 13, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
People ice skating hand-in-hand.
Play
Winter events happening in and around San Jose, CA
Check out winter and holiday-themed events happening in and around San Jose, CA in this seasonal guide.
November 29, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Someone dressed as the Grinch sits in a chair in front of the Santana Row Christmas Tree.
Theater
San Jo-sleigh: 12 local winter plays + concerts
‘Tis the season for holiday classics being brought to the big stage.
November 27, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Voluntary Hazing, a Ska Band, does various poses with their instruments in a San Jose garage.
Arts
5 minute pitch: San Jose’s emo ska band Voluntary Hazing
San Jose’s premiere ska/emo group Voluntary Hazing discusses their favorite things to do in San Jose, the best venues, and where to find their favorite tacos.
November 14, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
Plates, wine glasses, and a loaf of bread sit on a table at Goodtime Bar.
Play
Date night ideas for every type of San Josean
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the great 408.
November 9, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The mural across a side-walk depicts a brightly colored scene with various anthropomorphic Pandas enjoying an afternoon in a park.
Play
11 murals around downtown San Jose
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
November 2, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
Singing pumpkins at History Park.
Play
Fall + Halloween events in San Jose
Check out fall and Halloween-themed events happening in and around San Jose in this seasonal guide.
October 4, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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