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Breaking down the numbers

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• The cost of living is 13.5% higher in SF.
• To maintain our San Jose standard of living in SF, we would need to bring in an additional $66,418 to our household.
• The median cost for a two-bedroom apartment in SF is $3,089, which is $468 more than San Jose.

• San Jose Bachata Nights | Thu., Oct. 13 | 9:15 p.m.-12 a.m. | On One Studios, 422 N. Capitol Ave, San Jose | $20.00 - $25.00 | Experience this dance party equipped with lighting, smoke machines, and state-of-the-art sound equipment.
• San Jose Mayoral Candidates Forum | Thu., Oct. 13 | 7-9 p.m. | The Pavilion at Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose | Free | Tune in to hear from mayoral candidates Cindy Chavez + Matt Mahan as they discuss the issues they would face as mayor and the solutions they would pursue if elected.

• 13th Annual Silicon Valley African Film Festival | Fri., Oct. 14 - Sun., Oct. 16 | 2-10 p.m. | Historic Hoover Theatre, 1635 Park Ave, San Jose | $40.00 - $100.00 | Enjoy 100+ films, performances, panel discussions, a fashion show, and awards centering creatives from the African continent.
• Jus Dance Feat. Mr. V & Rated R | Fri., Oct. 14 | 9 p.m. | Cardiff Lounge, 260 E Campbell Ave, Campbell | Free | Dance to house music with Cardiff’s resident DJ, along with special guest Rated R.

• 2022 Diwali Festival | Sat., Oct. 15 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sunnyvale Community Center, 550 East Remington Drive, Sunnyvale | Free | The South Asian Cultural Association of Sunnyvale presents diya painting, henna, food trucks, a Halloween costume parade, and more.
• Community Planting at Butcher Park | Sat., Oct. 15 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Butcher Park, Lancaster Drive, San Jose | Free | Join Our City Forest in making San Jose a little greener.
• Nikkei Matsuri - Japanese Friendship Garden Cleanup | Sat., Oct. 15 | 8:45 a.m.-12 p.m. | Japanese Friendship Garden Regional Park, 1300 Senter Road, San Jose | Free | Enjoy the beauty and tranquility while giving back to this special San Jose landmark.
• The Purple Ones - Insatiable Tribute to Prince | Sat., Oct. 15 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 400 S. First Street, San Jose | $20.00 | This 14-piece Oakland band brings the purple rain.

• 76º | Partly cloudy | 8% chance of rain

• A 115-room hotel in South San Jose, next to the Almaden Ranch retail complex, was recently bought for ~$15.8 million by a Rhode Island-based hospitality company. The buyers plan to convert the Wyndham Hotels & Resort building into a Hampton Inn — the timeline for renovation has not yet been announced. 🛎️ (East Bay Times)

• Time to take to the Tank. Opening weekend is officially here — with the Sharks hosting pregame parties, giveaways, chances to meet the players, and more. View the official schedule for this Sat., Oct. 15-Sun., Oct. 16. 🏒

• At yesterday’s Leigh Weimers Emerging Artists Awards, musician Lauren Halliwell, composer George Psarras, artist Nick Rodrigues, and artist Ji Young Yoon were honored and given a $5,000 grant to support their work. This is the tenth year of the Rotary Club‘s awards program — which continues to support creatives in the local arts scene. 🏆 (East Bay Times)

• Did you know, the MLK Library has about 18,000 vinyl records across 160 shelves on its fifth floor? Journalist Gary Singh of Metro Silicon Valley explored the lesser-known LPs in the archive and called it the “greatest record collection anywhere in the South Bay.” 🎶

• Local Color is seeking volunteers to help with its annual 31 Skulls fundraiser + art auction, being held on Fri., Oct. 28 from 6-10 p.m. Tasks include acting as gothic bellhops + bartenders, setting up and breaking down event, and more. Role details and the application can be found on its website.

• This Saturday, the city will host “Día San José” at Cesar Chavez Park from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. The Día de los Muertos celebration will include 30+ Chicano art vendors, lowrider altars, luchador matches, and more. Tickets are $10 and will be sold at the door. 💀
• Santana Row will celebrate its 20th anniversary on Mon., Nov. 7 from 4-8 p.m. with special cocktails + bites from restaurants on the Row, live music, and exclusive shopping deals. The proceeds from the tickets will be donated to Second Harvest of Silicon Valley. 🎉

• The Montalvo Arts Center in Saratoga recently received a $125,000 grant to provide scholarships, host more community events, and create new art programs. It will also be allocated to Montalvo’s diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. 💰 (East Bay Times)

• Hey neighbor... Sunnyvale was recently ranked as one of the top 25 safest cities in the US for trick-or-treating. The study analyzed five metrics which included pedestrian safety, property crime, and number of law enforcement employees. 🍬 (Chamber of Commerce)

• Enjoy traditional flavors of Ireland, Scotland, and England right here in California. The Celtic Tea Shoppe makes handmade candies, cookies, and scones that pay homage to Celtic culture, with products like Scottish Shortbread and Irish Soda Bread.*