Plus, Open Space Authority celebrates 30 years.
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Let it all out on the dance floor

7 dance studios in San Jose, CA
Dancers from a lesson pose for a group photo.
Learn some moves, and make new friends at The Get Down. | Photo via @getdowndancestudios
It’s time to bust a move, San Jose.

Whether you’re a novice or advanced dancer, there are a ton of professionals in the great 408 that can help you hone your skill. 🩰

If you’re looking for a new hobby, or simply another way to get active, try out a dance class at these seven locally-owned dance studios in San Jose.

🎶 Pop it, lock it

The Get Down | 198 Jackson St.
This studio specializes in salsa, hip hop, and toprocking, and also offers private lessons + choreography for wedding performances. Need some space? You can rent out the studio.

Capitol Dance Company | 1375 Blossom Hill Rd., Ste. 4
For 45 years, this family-run studio has taught dancers at all levels in ballet, pointe, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, modern, hip-hop, and tap. Enjoy a drop-in class for $25, or sign up for weekly lessons.

A group of dancers doing hip hop.

Join a beginner hip hop class with On One Studios.

Video via @ononestudios


On One Studios | 422 N. Capitol Ave.
Bringing in renowned local + international dancers to lead classes, On One Studios welcomes dancers of any skill level to learn choreography that range from street styles to k-pop. Can’t decide? Take as many classes as you want with the unlimited program.

🎶 Grab a dance partner

Dancebasic | 1224 S. Bascom Ave.
Take a private lesson in ballroom, Latin, or salsa, or grab your fiance for a wedding dance session at this studio. No worries if you don’t have a partner, as you can learn with one of its experienced teachers.

Dance Boulevard | 1824 Hillsdale Ave.
Everyone is welcome to drop in at this studio’s weekly Thursday Night Party Beginners Class — which features pro dancers, a DJ, prizes, and an overall party atmosphere. Drop-ins begin at $16.

🎶 For young learners

Infinity Dance Studio | 5817 Cottle Rd.
This year, the studio celebrates 20 years of teaching dancers ages 3-18 in styles like ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz, lyrical, and musical theater. First time dancers can take a trial class for free.

Bay Ballet Academy | 2452 Almaden Rd.
Nestled in the Canoas Garden neighborhood in Willow Glen, this classical dance academy specializes in ballet techniques for all skill levels. New students ages 3-18 may try a class for free and join anytime year-round.

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Wednesday, Feb. 22
  • Hammer Presents: Black Cab Jazz - Orrin Evans | Wednesday, Feb. 22 | 7 p.m. | Hammer Theatre Center, 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose | $25+ | Catch the Grammy-nominated pianist who pushes the envelope in all directions.
  • “My Fair Lady” | Wednesday, Feb. 22-Sunday, Feb. 26 | Times vary | San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 S. Almaden Blvd., San Jose | $38+ | Follow Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.”
  • Jeff Leeson | Wednesday, Feb. 22 | 8 p.m. | San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose | $25 | With over 50 million views of his stand-up clips online, this comic is quickly becoming one of the most requested acts in North America.
  • Kassa Overall | Wednesday, Feb. 22 | 9 p.m. | SJZ Break Room, 310 S. First St., San Jose | $30+ | This musician melds avant-garde experimentation with production techniques to tilt the nexus of jazz and hip-hop.
Thursday, Feb. 23
  • Teatro Visión’s Miss You Like Hell | Thursday, Feb. 23 | 8-10 p.m. | Mexican Heritage Theater, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose | $24+ | Enjoy an adventurous story about a mother and daughter who embark on an epic road trip.
  • San Jose Bachata Nights | Thursday, Feb. 23-Thursday, Dec. 28 | Times vary | On One Studios, 422 N. Capitol Ave., San Jose | $15+ | Experience this dance party equipped with lighting, smoke machines, and state-of-the-art sound equipment.
Friday, Feb. 24
  • Gallery Talk on A Point Stretched: Views on Time | Friday, Feb. 24 | 12:30 p.m. | San Jose Museum of Art, 110 S. Market St., San Jose | Free | Hear from curatorial and programs associate Nidhi Gandhi on the artworks that aim to stretch, compact, and warp the viewer’s sense of time.
  • More Más Marami Fest | Friday, Feb. 24-Sunday, Feb. 26 | Times vary | Convergence Arts Center, 1345 The Alameda, San Jose | $5+ | Enjoy new theatrical scripts, dance performances, poetry readings, and more by local, emerging artists from BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities.
  • 2023 San Jose Sharks Legends Game | Friday, Feb. 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Tech CU Arena, 1500 S. 10th St., San Jose | $35 | Patrick Marleau will be celebrated and have his number retired.

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  • 48º | Scattered showers | 33% chance of rain 🌦️
  • The National Weather Service issued a high wind advisory that will be in effect until 1 p.m. today. Starting tonight, a frost advisory will go into effect and last through Thursday morning around 9 a.m. Stay safe with these tips from the City of San Jose. ❄️ (KTVU Fox 2)
San Josean
  • CBS Bay Area recently featured San Jose State engineering professor Folarin Erogbogbo for his mentorship program that connects students to African American engineers in the field. He explained that this is in effort to diversify the community of engineers at all levels. 🔬 (CBS Bay Area)
Legacy
  • Esther Murotsune, the wife of Roy Murotsune of Roy’s Station in Japantown, recently died at 95 years old. Esther was raised by a family who worked in the Santa Clara Valley orchards, and helped Roy turn a pre-WWII gas station into a coffee shop in 2009. Their children and grandchildren now own + run the cafe. 🕊️
Plan Ahead
  • Rejoice, pop culture fans. SiliCon with Adam Savage will return October 14-15 at the Santa Clara Convention Center — with a Halloween twist. An early bird discount of 15% off is available before Wednesday, March 1, so grab your ticket now. 👾
Read
  • Five tombstones at Oak Hill cemetery in East San Jose are the topic of a recent article by SF Gate — which explores the story behind their shared date of death. Learn about the McGlincy family, and the chilling 1896 case. 🪦 (SF Gate)
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  • Effective in July, Roderick D. Jemison will begin his term as the new principal of Bellarmine College Preparatory. Roderick currently serves as an adviser at the United World College ISAK Japan, and formerly held teaching positions in La Jolla, Nashville, and Miyagi, Japan. Welcome to the great 408, Roderick. 👏 (The Mercury News)
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Happy 30th, Open Space Authority 🎂

Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority celebrates 30 years
A person walks down a trail that overlooks San Jose.
The view atop Sierra Vista point gives a breathtaking look at the great 408. | Photo via @biaobobo
Since 1993, the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority has provided the South Bay with beautiful trails, open green spaces, and a connection to nature for residents.

What began as a grassroots effort by activists has now grown into an organization responsible for protecting ~30,000 acres of natural land — and growing. This fall, the Open Space Authority plans to host a grand opening of its newest preserve — The Máyyan ‘Ooyákma-Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve — which will add 33 miles to the agency’s trail system.

Fun fact: The new preserve’s name is a Chochenyo translation for “coyote ridge,” named in partnership with the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe.

So, how would the Open Space Authority like you all to celebrate this milestone? By being out in nature, of course. Get involved with the agency through:
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Today’s issue was written by Alyson.

Editor’s pick: Brrr, it’s cold out here. Being California born-and-raised, this weather is a little too frosty for me. Stay bundled, and if you know anyone who needs a place to stay — the City of San Jose has opened up overnight warming locations at several library branches around the South Bay. ❄️

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