Gift giving made easy 🎁

The ultimate gift guide for the holidays

Shopping this season is made easy with Six & Main holiday gift guides. | Photo provided by Six & Main

Have you made a list, checked it twice, but still feel like you’re missing that special gift? Don’t worry because we’ve got you covered with a gift guide featuring everything from clothing and accessories to candles and coffee from artists and brands in our online shop, Six & Main.

Whether you’re shopping for the ultimate party host, your favorite homebody, or someone in between, there’s a gift for everyone.

Party host 🎉

Be the life of the party by gifting uniquely scented candles from Wixology Candle Company, syrups from Portland Soda Works, or cocktail glasses by AlanaKay Art.

Homebody ☕

If you’re shopping for someone who prefers to stay at home, make them feel cozy with a mug reppin’ their favorite city (and make sure it’s filled with Methodical Coffee or tea from Matcha Nude).

Influencer 🛍️

Dress the influencer in your life with bracelets and necklaces from M+H Beads, earrings from Eleven + Jane and AlanaKay Art, or buttoned printed shirts by Block + Ink. Finish the look with a wristlet or messenger bag by Carry Courage.

Adventure seeker 🏕️

Adventurers can relax in outdoor chairs from Trippy Outdoor, keep their brews cold with Kanga Coolers, and catch a big one with fishing supplies from Toadfish. To fully equip them to explore the great outdoors, add a Jack Foster hat + Rheos floating sunglasses.

Before you stick a bow on it, click the button below to explore more gifts, including options for the foodie and pet lover in your life.

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Friday, Nov. 18

Shrek Trivia Event at the Plex! | Friday, Nov. 18 | 7-9 p.m. | The Plex, 800 Embedded Way, San Jose | Free | Not the gumdrop buttons...
T.J. Miller | Friday, Nov. 18-Sunday, Nov. 20 | 7:30 p.m.| San Jose Improv, 62 S. 2nd St., San Jose | $25-$85 | Catch the hilarious stand-up comedian and actor who has starred in “She’s Out of My League” and “How to Train Your Dragon.”

Saturday, Nov. 19

Holiday Boutique | Saturday, Nov. 19-Sunday, Nov. 20 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Holy Family Parish Community Center, 4848 Pearl Ave., San Jose | Free | Shop from a wide variety of gifts, enter raffles, and enjoy lunch at the snack bar.
History Happy Hour with Brian Earl: Christmas Past | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 5-7 p.m. | 300 Grant St., Campbell | $15 | Join this Bay Area author for a festive and fascinating look at the stories behind the most wonderful time of the year.
San Jose Sharks vs. New York Rangers | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | SAP Center at San Jose, 525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose | $86.50-$511 | Let’s take to the Tank.
Top Shelf Big Band Karaoke | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Tabard Theatre, 29 N. San Pedro St., Ste. 200, San Jose | $27 | Sing tunes from Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, and more.

Sunday, Nov. 20

2nd Annual Food & Coat Drive | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | 2102 Almaden Rd., San Jose | Free | Join the Lowrider Council for a good cause, and enjoy fun for all ages.
Ladies Night | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 6 p.m. | Splash Video Dance Bar, 65 Post St., San Jose | Free | Join Silicon Valley Pride for a night of drinks, dancing, and drag.

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Weather

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Opening

Canadian-based jewelry brand Mejuri is celebrating its grand opening today from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Santana Row (Ste. 1005). Enjoy an end-of-year sale, live music, beverages from Pressed Juicery, and a free tote bag with a purchase. 🛍️

Community

O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub is celebrating its 20-year anniversary through Sunday, Nov. 20 with food and drink specials, live music from 6 p.m. to close every night, and more. The first 100 guests each night will receive the limited merch — be sure to make plans for the next drop. 🍻

Theater

Silicon Valley Shakespeare will bring Charles Dickens’ ”A Christmas Carol” to History Park from Friday, Dec. 2 to Sunday, Dec. 18. Enjoy this production that moves throughout the park while dressed in your best Dickens-inspired outfit — tickets are available now. 🎭

Featured

The SF Chronicle recently released its list of the best burritos in the Bay Area — featuring East San Jose’s Mi Tierra Carniceria y Taqueria and South San Jose’s Taqueria El Corral. We know many of you voted for Iguanas Burritozilla in our burrito bracket... but we’re always down to try something new. 🌯 (SF Chronicle)

ICYMI

In case you missed it... Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson was recently named SJSU’s new president — becoming the first Latina and fourth woman to serve in the role. She’s currently the president of Texas A&M University, and will assume her new position in January 2023. Welcome to the #SpartanNation, Dr. Teniente-Matson. 👏

Trending

We’re just a lucky bunch, aren’t we? This week, a San Josean matched all five numbers in a Fantasy 5 drawing — winning $107,519. The winning ticket was sold at the Speedway gas station on Monterey Highway. 💰 (East Bay Times)

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You’re from what town?

The history behind San Jose’s long-lost ‘Goosetown’

A vintage photo of Troy's Laundry Company in the 1900s.

Troy’s Laundry Company in Goosetown was nominated to be on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. | Photo via History San José

Did you know that a neighborhood called ‘Goosetown’ was once in our midst? 🪶

From 1890 to WWII, an Italian-immigrant community thrived in an area enclosed by Guadalupe River and Grant, First, and Alma streets. Our fruit-growing climate reminded many Italian families of the weather in Naples, and found comfort in their “home away from home.”

Okay, but why was it called ‘Goosetown’?

According to city lore, the town got its name from all the geese that once flocked to residents’ yards. However, some say it was because geese inhabited the town whenever Guadalupe River flooded. While there’s no verified story behind the name, we’d love to hear about any tips you might have that could help us solve this mystery.

Fun fact: Goosetown Lounge on Lincoln Ave. was named as such to remind locals of the town’s history.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Alyson.

Editor’s pick: This weekend, I’m off to Disneyland and mentally preparing myself for all the holiday sing-song... however, I’m beginning to hear some pretty cool remixes of some holiday classics. Which ones are your favorite?

Missed Wednesday’s newsletter? We gave you some local spots + photographers to help you take your next holiday photo.

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