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Dia de los Muertos in San Jose
A women dressed in DĂ­a de Los Muertos attire, stands in front of San Jose Museum of Art.
Kick off the season of remembrance at Día San José. | Photo via Día San José
With our city’s vibrant Mexican heritage + community, Día de los Muertos celebrations are already gearing up around San Jose.

To prepare — let’s explore the roots of this holiday and some of San Jose’s upcoming celebrations.

A skeleton figure is dressed in makeup and fancy clothes.

La Catrina is a popular icon in DĂ­a de los Muertos celebrations.

Photo via Eric Luna

💀 The history

Día de los Muertos, aka Day of the Dead, is a holiday traditionally celebrated November 1-2. It’s believed that its roots go back 3,000 years to the time of the Aztecs, and it is celebrated in communities with Mexican heritage to this day.

An important distinction: this is not a “Mexican version of Halloween.” In this “celebration of life,” participants are reunited with the souls of dead relatives + loved ones. The honored dead are often given offerings at gravesites or ofrendas (alters) at home, and are celebrated with festivals.

A line of lowrider cars with skeleton dolls and alter offerings insider the open trunks.

Día San José attendees can pay their respects to the departed at these lowrider ofrendas.

Photo via Jay Nuggehalli/Jay Nuggehalli-Milagro Marketing

💀 Local celebrations

This Sat., Oct. 15, San Jose will celebrate the largest DĂ­a de los Muertos festival in the South Bay, DĂ­a San JosĂ©, at Cesar Chavez Park. The event includes live music, face painting, lowrider ofrendas, and indigenous craft vendors — but it’s not the only way to join in the holiday.

Don’t miss out on these other events:
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Friday, October 14
  • San Jose Sharks vs. Carolina Hurricanes | Fri., Oct. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | SAP Center at San JosĂ©, 525 W Santa Clara St, San Jose | $43.50 - $465.50 | Take to the tank in this season opener game.
Saturday, October 15
  • 50th Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival | Sat., Oct. 15 - Sun., Oct. 16 | 7 a.m.-5 p.m. | Downtown Half Moon Bay, 500 Main Street, Half Moon Bay | Free | The World Pumpkin Capital celebrates with monster pumpkins, live music, a classic parade, fine art, crafts, and more.
  • The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol & Her Trio feat. Roy McCurdy | Sat., Oct. 15 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Mama Kin, 374 South 1st Street, San Jose | $15.00 | Over a 60-year career in music, this living legend has developed her own unique acoustic sound and style.
  • Field To Table | Sat., Oct. 15 - Sun., Oct. 16 | 5:15-10:30 p.m. | PayPal Park , 1123 Coleman Ave, San Jose | $119.00 - $149.00 | This dining series features 12 of the best chefs from around the Bay Area.
  • International Performing Arts Festival 2022 | Sat., Oct. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | California Theatre, 345 S 1st St, San Jose | $28.00 - $100.00 | The fifth anniversary of this company will see performances by artists from the US, India, Portugal, and China.
  • Joe Gatto’s Night Of Comedy | Sat., Oct. 15 | 8 p.m. | San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 S Almaden Blvd, San Jose | $34.50 - $54.50 | This top comic is know for his hit TV shows “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index.”
  • Testament, Death Angel, Exodus | Sat., Oct. 15 | 7 p.m. | San Jose Civic, 135 W. San Carlos Street, San Jose | $37.50 - $45.00 | Metal fans, you won’t want to miss this one.
  • ZacarĂ­as Ferreira and Los BarĂłn de Apodaca | Sat., Oct. 15 | 8 a.m. | La Ceiba Event Center, 4100 Monterey HWY, San Jose | $60.00 | One of the leading voices of bachata is joined by a six-piece cumbia band.
Sunday, October 16

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  • Das what we’re talking about... The Mercury News recently featured 16 Bay Area German restaurants — including San Jose’s Teske’s Germania, Ludwig’s German Table, and Gunther’s Restaurant & Catering. Stop by and keep Octoberfest going all year round. đŸ‡©đŸ‡Ș (East Bay Times)
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  • You couldn’t bahn us from stopping in... The newest Lee’s Sandwiches location at 88 E. San Carlos St. is now enjoying its soft opening. This is Downtown’s second Lee’s location — offering plenty of grab-and-go options for nearby SJSU sutdents. đŸ„–
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  • San Jose’s Puerto Rican Civic Club was recently highlighted for their work coordinating disaster relief in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Ian + Fiona. The group is still seeking donations to bring water, generators, and lights to the island. ⛑ (ABC7 News)
Jobs
  • A career fair will be hosted at the Mexican Heritage Plaza on Tues., Oct. 25 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Employers in manufacturing, security, sanitation, and health care will attend + walk-ins are welcome. For more information, contact Vanessa Rodriguez. đŸ’Œ
Regional
  • Get to know the Bay in a whole new old way. The beloved 1980s-1990s show “Bay Area Backroads” is returning to air, now hosted by KRON4 anchor Grant Lodes. Its first new episode will premier Thurs., Oct. 20 — exploring the Presidio Tunnel Tops Park with former SF Mayor Willie Brown. 🧭 (KRON4)
Environment
  • The California Geological Survey + Governor’s Office of Emergency Services released an updated tsunami hazard area map — now accounting for 1,000-year historical tsunami events. While there were no new impacts on Santa Clara County, other counties, including Santa Cruz, Marin, and Napa, were affected.
Biz
  • This week, three San Jose apartment buildings were purchased by a SoCal firm for $135 million. The sites — located on Capital Ave., McKee Rd., and Boynton Ave. — provide a combined 415 units. The deal highlights increasing interest in Bay Area real estate. đŸ’” (The Mercury News)
Travel
  • If you’ve never ventured to Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA — or maybe it’s been a minute since you have — this serene, ocean-hued beach retreat for two is the perfect place to unwind. Explore the picturesque shops, restaurants, and galleries of downtown Carmel (just 1.5 miles away) or walk the Scenic Bluff Path for prime beach views.*
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November 2022 election guide for San Jose, CA
San Jose City Hall + Rotunda with flagpoles in the foreground.
The City Hall Rotunda in Downtown San Jose. | Photo by SJtoday staff
This week, vote-by-mail ballots were sent out — check your mailbox if you haven’t already. ✉

It’s a big general election this year, and if you’re like us, you’ve been inundated with proposition ads about issues like gambling, dialysis clinics, and tobacco for several months now.

California is known for its numerous propositions, many of which can be challenging to understand as voters. Luckily, this year there are only seven propositions on the ballot — the fewest since 1916.

One of our SJtoday readers — Cathy J., aka The Proposition Lady — is currently sharing non-partisan, educational videos that explore the pros and cons of each proposition. Pro tip: Cathy recommends hosting ‘proposition parties’ with friends + neighbors to discuss the issues on the ballot. đŸ—Łïž

You can also review proposition guides from CalMatters and KQED.

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Today’s issue was written by Nicole.

Editor’s pick: I recently served as the Lead Nonfiction Editor of Reed Magazine — SJSU’s award-winning literary journal. Tonight, I’ll be attending + reading at the launch gala for its latest issue — Issue 155. The public is encouraged to join the event‚ starting with a reception at 4 p.m., followed by readings at 5 p.m. Maybe I’ll see some of you there?

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