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There’s so much to explore in our city — even virtually. | Photo via @southbayvisions
Who knows San Jose the best? You all, of course. Whether you need advice, recommendations, or just want to make friends with similar interests — here are 30+ local Facebook groups to stay in-the-know about our city’s happenings.

Neighborhoods | Get local news, development updates, and events happening nearby.
Marketplaces | Buy, sell, trade, or give away your goods.

A screenshot of the "Skating with Friends in San Jose" Facebook header page.

Make new friends while doing what you love.

Screenshot via Skating with Friends in San Jose Facebook page


Outdoors | Find hiking recommendations, nature pictures, and local athletic clubs.
Housing | Browse rooms, apartments, houses, and sublets for rent.
Employment | Explore hiring opportunities from small businesses, local organizations, and large employers.

A screenshot of a post of the Rosicrucian Museum on the San Jose History Facebook page.

Learn about the history within our city.

Screenshot via San Jose History Facebook page


History | Reminisce about the good ol’ days.
Parents | Talk with parents about nearby schools + day cares, tutoring, sitting, and more.
Find your niche | Gather interest in food, music, games, and more.
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Today
  • Christian Nodal - Forajido Tour | Thurs., Sept. 15 | 8 p.m. | SAP Center | $61+ | Dance along to Latin pop with this Grammy-award winning musician. đŸŽ¶
  • Free Play Day | Every Thursday | 5 p.m.-12 a.m. | MINIBOSS, 52 E. Santa Clara St. | Free | Get your game on at this retro-themed bar + arcade. đŸ•č
Friday
Saturday
  • Antique Autos in History Park | Sat., Sept. 17 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Senter Rd. + Phelan Ave. | Prices vary | Enjoy the largest annual show of pre-1946 vehicles in the west. đŸ›»
  • Legally Blonde Brunch Trivia | Sat., Sept. 17 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Britannia Arms Almaden, 5027 Almaden Expy. | $10+ | What, like it’s hard?
  • Alum Rock Park Coastal Day Creek Clean-up | Sat., Sept. 17 | 8:45 a.m.-12 p.m. | Townsend Park, Townsend Ave. + Townsend Cir. | Free | Step up in your community. đŸ„Ÿ
  • The Kaye Bohler Show | Sat., Sept. 17 | 8 p.m. | Tabard Theatre, 29 N. San Pedro St. | $27 | The soul + blues recording artist will perform with her nine-piece band featuring the “Mighty Bones” horn section. đŸŽș
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Weather
  • 74Âș | Partly cloudy | 8% chance of rain
Health
  • Yesterday, Gov. Gavin Newson came to San Jose to sign the Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Court bill, which will provide a court-ordered, community-based program for individuals with severe mental illness. Santa Clara County will begin its CARE Court program on Dec. 1, 2024. (San JosĂ© Spotlight)
Civic
  • Election season is inching closer... tune into San Jose Spotlight‘s mayoral candidate forum with Supervisor Cindy Chavez + Councilmember Matt Mahan today from 6-7 p.m. at the Tabard Theatre or via livestream. Topics to be discussed will include housing, transportation, homelessness, public safety, and more. đŸ—łïž
Arts
San Josean
  • News UpNOW’s newest monthly program, “Faces of the Bay,” recently spotlighted its first honoree, Kerry Adams Hapner, San Jose’s Director of Cultural Affairs. Her work in uplifting our city’s arts + culture scene for the past 14 years was commended by the host and former colleagues. 👏
Cause
  • Camino Brewing Company just released a new West Coast IPA on tap. The “Helping Hops” brew will raise money to benefit ALS research in memory of the brewer’s friend, Joe Scalmanini, who died in 2014 from the disease. đŸș
Plan Ahead
  • Can you brew-lieve it? Nirvana Soul is celebrating its two-year anniversary next Sat., Sept. 24 from 10 a.m.-close at both of their locations. Enjoy treats from local vendors + a block party with a lineup of DJs in Downtown. ☕
Biz
  • Axe-Men Throw House recently joined a list of local businesses in PayPal + the San Jose Quakes’ ”Support Our City” program. As well as getting more exposure at PayPal Park, it will be honored at the next home game on Sat., Sept. 17 against FC Dallas. đŸȘ“
State
  • California will begin distributing “inflation relief” tax refund payments beginning this October. How much will I receive? The exact amount will depend on your adjusted gross income, dependents, and filing status. Learn more about how this will impact you. đŸ’”
Real Estate
  • Anaheim, CA + Cambridge, MA are a few of the cities and towns that made the list of “Best Cities for Families.” Opendoor’s list is based on the top family-friendly features, including parks, picnic sites, swimming pools, and proximity to schools. 📚 *

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More Más Marami Arts presents “Dear Kitty... Querida Ana...” in San Jose, CA
Two actresses practice on a dark stage.
More MĂĄs Marami Arts performers getting ready for the weekend premiere. | Photo via More MĂĄs Marami Arts
If you haven’t heard
 More Más Marami Arts will premiere its first mainstage production “Dear Kitty
 Querida Ana
” this weekend at MACLA (510 S. First St.) and you don’t want to miss it.

Written by Enrique Muñoz + directed by Katie Hipol Garcia, the story follows the friendship of Ana, a third generation Mexican American, and Kitty, an undocumented student from El Salvador as they navigate school and cultural differences.

đŸŽŸïž Showings (tickets start at $10):
  • Fri., Sept. 16 at 7 p.m.
  • Sat., Sept. 17 at 2 p.m. + 7 p.m. (50% of ticket sales for the 7 p.m. showing will support Amigos de Guadalupe)
  • Fri., Sept. 23 at 7 p.m.
  • Sat., Sept. 24 at 2 p.m. + 7 p.m.
This production was a product of More Más Marami Arts’ 2019 Writers Launchpad program + is one of the many creative projects that come out of the organization. Learn more about how you can be involved + possibly make a play of your own. 🎭
THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Alyson.

Editor’s pick: I actually love Facebook groups and can be in one for hours. But if you’re more likely to be found on Reddit, I suggest San JosĂ©: The Capital of Silicon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area — both are super useful and packed with news + great photos from locals. Happy scrolling.

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