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57º | Mostly sunny | 5% chance of rain | Sunrise: 7:22 a.m. | Sunset: 5:06 p.m.

An aerial shot of traffic through San Jose at evening.

Let’s keep traffic running smoothly. | Photo by Danielle Torralba, City of San José

Hole-y moley. Every year, San José road crews repair up to 11,000 potholes. Given our 2,400 miles of paved roads, that’s almost five potholes per mile.

That sounds like a lot, but the City of San José is up to the task. Here’s how you can help fill in gaps.

Find them

A pothole is any hole in the street with a defined edge. Make sure it’s not a sinkhole with rounded edges, or just your run-of-the-mill crack in the ground.

Potholes form when water gets under the pavement and softens the material beneath. When vehicles drive over the weakened surfaces (or when freezing causes water to expand) the asphalt cracks. Eventually, those cracks get bigger and loosen pavement, and create voids. Voila — you have a pothole.

Take note of where they are around your neighborhood or usual driving route.

A gif of reporting a pothole on San Jose's 311 desktop site. — Okay, you don’t have to tell them we sent you.
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Gif by SJtoday

Report them

The easiest way to report a pothole is by downloading the San José 311 app so you can report them on the go. Or simply visit the website, then:

Under “What would you like to report?” select “Pothole.”
Create or log into your account to receive updates, or “Submit as guest.”
Enter the address or drop a pin where you saw the pothole. You can also add a picture and brief description to help the repair team find it.

If you’d rather not file a report online, you can always give (408) 794-1900 a call.

Got other issues to report? Learn more about San José’s 311 service.

Events

Wednesday, March 22

Paint Nite: The Original Paint and Sip Party | Wednesday, Mar. 22 | 7-9 p.m. | Strike Brewing Campbell, 469 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell | $35 | Follow along with instructor Daraja Asili to create your own masterpiece.

Thursday, March 23

“A Statue for Ballybunion” | Thursday, Mar. 23-Sunday, Mar. 26 | Times vary | 3 Below Theaters and Lounge, 288 S. Second St., San Jose | $25-$45 | Penned by former San Jose Mayor Tom McEnery, this true story tells of a group of Ballybunion residents who hatch a plan to unveil the world’s first statue to then-President Bill Clinton.
Julie Kim | Thursday, Mar. 23 | 8 p.m. | San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose | $20-$70 | This comedian has been a writer and on-camera talent for CBC’s “The Debaters,” “Laugh out Loud,” and “Kim’s Convenience.”
“Blithe Spirit” | Thursday, Mar. 23-Sunday, April 23 | 8-11 p.m. | City Lights Theater Company, 529 S. Second St., San Jose | $20-$51 | Because who doesn’t love a good séance?

Friday, March 24

Ms. Pat | Friday, Mar. 24-Saturday, Mar. 25 | Times vary | San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose | $25 | This comedian, author, podcaster, and actress brings a raw, in-your-face, and hilarious perspective to her work.
“Come Together” | Friday, Mar. 24 | Montgomery Theatre, 271 S. Market St., San Jose | $39-$59 | Through authentic costumes and soaring vocal harmonies, this concert experience takes audiences on a journey from the early years of the Beatles’ British Invasion through the 1960s and 1970s.

We have a calendar filled with events and 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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News Notes

Weather

59º | Scattered showers | 30% chance of rain

Announced

Which female artist holds the record for most Latin Grammys? It’s Natalia Lafourcade, and she is coming to the San Jose Civic on Tuesday, Dec. 5. Snag your tickets online on Friday, March 24, at 10 a.m.

Number

75%. The amount PG&E says your gas bill could drop this month, partially due to reduced market prices for natural gas. This could be welcome news for locals who reported gas bills nearly double what they usually pay. (KGO)

Arts

If you’re applying to the CAC Individual Artists Fellowship Program, don’t miss tonight’s webinar. From 5:30 to 7 p.m., artists from all disciplines are invited to learn more about the grant’s guidelines and application requirements. Register for the free information session.

Civic

San Jose’s Police Chief Anthony Mata will join Councilmember Domingo Candelas for Community Coffee on Friday, March 24, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Eastridge Mall’s Starbucks. RSVP online for individual coffee meetings — just be sure you can fit all your burning questions into five minutes.

Holiday

This evening marks the start of Ramadan, a month of reflection and fasting in Islam. Observe and learn more by joining visitors hour at the Muslim Community Association in Santa Clara. We wish you all a peaceful month, and we’ll see you on Eid al-Fitr starting Friday, April 21.

Shop

It’s that time of year to freshen up your home’s aroma, and our online shop (Six & Main) has the perfect candles. Drift away to scents such as woods + berries by The Rustic House or ripe juniper in a reusable vessel by Plant Based Candles. That smells just about right.

Job

We’re hiring a Sales Executive to lead our advertising relationships. This exec would be pitching the most relevant and modern media offerings in town while earning a competitive salary with unlimited PTO. Learn more + apply.

Edu

Looking for summer enrichment opportunities for your high school student? The Georgetown University Pre-College Online Program can help to determine if your child’s passions could lead to a future career or college major. Choose from a variety of courses (think: medicine, business, law, and government) and learn online from world-class professors and engaging, interactive videos.*

Seasonal

Has spring sprung in your home yet? If you’re looking to get outdoors, this wipeable tablecloth is just begging for some alfresco dining, and these garden and herb labels will get you in a planting mood. Plus, this viral birdfeeder practically brings the birds inside with you.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
JESSALIN

From the Editor

Did you know that the 311 service can also help you get married? If you’re hoping for a picturesque park wedding, scope out and reserve the perfect location.

The Japanese Friendship Garden look ideal — though I sure hope I’m out of the friend zone with my partner.

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