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Nicole Calande

City Editor

Nicole was born and raised in San Jose, CA, graduated from Lewis & Clark College in Portland, OR, and is now completing an MFA at SJSU. She has previously worked in book publishing + marketing, and once was a tour guide at the Winchester Mystery House. In her free time, she enjoys local trivia nights, farmers markets, and hiking at Alum Rock Park + beyond.

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22 happy hour deals in San Jose
Go bargain hunting with our San Jose happy hour guide, which highlights drink specials and food discounts throughout the city.
October 21, 2024
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Nicole Calande
K Cafe Feature
Food
8 unique cafes in San Jose
Whether you’re looking for impressive latte art or a late-night caffeine fix, these are eight of the most unique cafes in the Valley of the Heart’s Delight.
August 22, 2024
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Nicole Calande
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Culture
Where to make friends in San Jose
Here’s your guide to social clubs, public events, and more local ways to make pals in the great 408.
August 22, 2024
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Nicole Calande
San Jose Museum of Art from a drone perspective.
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20 interesting facts about San Jose, CA
We’re bringing you some fun facts about San Jose and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give these a try.
February 19, 2024
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Nicole Calande
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
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History
The story of the Gonzales/Peralta Adobe, the oldest structure in SJ
A small, two-room structure in the center of San Pedro Square Market tells the incredible origin story of the great 408.
December 20, 2023
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Nicole Calande
Sierra Vista Feature
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Take a hike on one of these 15 South Bay trails
Check out these 15 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around San Jose for outdoor adventures.
November 17, 2023
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Trevor Peters
A women dressed in Día de Los Muertos attire, stands in front of San Jose Museum of Art.
Culture
Dia de los Muertos in San Jose
Explore the Day of the Dead festivals + events happening around town.
October 17, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Singing pumpkins at History Park.
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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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