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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 06:18 PM
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Nicole Calande
A shady playground and picnic benches have views of the mountains
Culture
Unwrap these gifts given to the City of San Jose
These San Jose gifts are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.
December 17, 2024
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Staff
The mural across a side-walk depicts a brightly colored scene with various anthropomorphic Pandas enjoying an afternoon in a park.
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11 murals around downtown San Jose
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
October 4, 2024
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Gregg Aronica
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
One car travels down four-lane street in San Jose, California that is lined by buildings. A construction crane is in the distance.
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The unwritten rules of San Jose
Tell us you’re from San Jose without telling us you’re from San Jose.
February 19, 2024
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Gregg Aronica
A display of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Collection at the MLK Library in downtown San Jose.
History
Honoring Black history in San Jose
From public artworks to cultural centers, local Black history is all around us.
February 16, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
Century 22 dome in San Jose with the marquee reading, "Goodbye San Jose So Long."
City
Asked: What local San Jose business would you like to see make a comeback?
What stores, restaurants, and venues would you like to see return to the great 408?
February 12, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
The exterior of Original Joe's.
History
San Jose’s oldest family-owned businesses
Let’s take a look at some of the oldest established restaurants, stores, and more in San Jose, CA
February 9, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
A wooden bridge among trees and shrubbery.
Parks and Recreation
Stevens Creek County Park celebrates 100 years
The first + oldest park in Santa Clara County turned 100 years old this year, with its original opening date of January 24, 1924.
February 6, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
A black-and-white photo of a San Jose Fire Department firetruck dating back to 1880-1910.
History
San Jose Fire Department celebrates 170th anniversary
Learn how you can celebrate our local fire department’s exciting milestone.
January 25, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
A black-and-white photo showing aviator John Montgomery on one of his early experimental flights off Montgomery Hill southeast of San Jose.
History
Who was John J. Montgomery?
From his humble, Bay Area roots to an nationally renowned aviation pioneer, we chart the course through the life and legacy of John J. Montgomery.
January 23, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
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San Jose’s Downtown Ice rink returns for another season
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Alyson Chuyang
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Culture
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Women sit on yoga mats in a park.
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Find your zen with our San Jose yoga guide
Check out these 12 yoga studios around the great 408, which offer everything from beginner Vinyasa to full-fledged hot yoga + pilates.
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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
A Victorian-style bedroom.
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Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around San Jose
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around the great 408 and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
October 14, 2024
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Trevor Peters
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Tee time: 20+ golf courses in San Jose
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 24 golf courses in San Jose, CA are sure to make for a good round.
October 8, 2024
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History Park's Pacific Hotel and Light Tower.
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