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What would you put in a San Jose care package?

We’re seeking your suggestions for the ultimate San Jose supply drop.

An empty box with blue question marks coming out of it juxtaposed on a skyline image of San Jose.

What would you send to a friend to remind them of the great 408?

Photo by @bennys_journey, graphic by SJtoday staff

We’ve all had a family member, friend, or a co-worker who has moved out of town. But there are plenty of ways to remind them of San Jose.

A postcard, stickers, or even a book is nice — but have you ever sent them a care package?

City Editor Alyson here, if I were to pick some San Jose staples off the top of my head, it’d probably entail:

  • A dozen burnt almond cupcakes (in insulated packaging, of course)
  • A bag of coffee beans from Nirvana Soul
  • Sharks game giveaway items (cup, calendar, bobblehead, etc.)

Dear reader, what items would you put in a San Jose care package? Let us know by taking our survey, and you may be featured in an upcoming newsletter.

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