07.28.2023

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Reimagining a monument San Jose style

Who should be on the Mount Rushmore of San Jose?

Mount Rushmore, but with the faces of Norman Y Mineta, Steve Wozniak, Cesar Chavez, and Susan Hammer on it.

And the winners are... | Graphic by 6AM City

ChatGPT from OpenAI is taking the internet by storm, and new users are getting creative in testing out the tool’s capabilities.

For fun, we wanted to ask who you think belongs on our city’s Mount Rushmore. Forget Washington, Jefferson, and Roosevelt — which locals can we replace them with?

We thought we’d try the bot ourselves to see if it aligns with what true San Joseans think.

“Chat GPT, who should be on the Mount Rushmore of San Jose?”

Tom McEnery | The author, businessman, and teacher served as San Jose’s mayor from 1983 to 1991. He is credited with revitalizing the city’s downtown + co-founding San Jose Inside to encourage the community to become active in arts, culture, and politics within the great 408.

Norman Y. Mineta | As the former mayor of San Jose + US Secretary of Transportation, he was a prominent figure in introducing transit programs and policies both locally and nationally. He became the first Asian American mayor of a major US city + was a member for two Presidential Cabinets.

Cesar Chavez | The Latino civil rights and farm labor leader began his advocacy for workers’ rights in San Jose. Local monuments + parks are named after the social justice icon for his tireless work that had a major influence in our city.

Steve Wozniak | Credited with being a co-founder of Apple Inc., this tech wiz was a key figure in revolutionizing the personal computer era. By creating one of the most influential companies in history, his tech influence in the Silicon Valley is incomparable.

Editor’s note: While ChatGPT did choose these four iconic figures, they didn’t write this article — that was all us, per usual.

Asked

Which local leaders do you think belong on our rendition of Mount Rushmore?

A. Tom McEnery
B. Norman Y. Mineta
C. Cesar Chavez
D. Steve Wozniak
E. Other

Cast your vote

Events

Friday, July 28

Feast Mode | Friday, July 28 | 4-10 p.m. | 125 S. Market St., San Jose | Free | Attention foodies — this is the hub for a savory, sweet, and spicy food-filled party.
Fiesta del Mariachi | Friday, July 28 | 6-11 p.m. | School of Arts & Culture, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose | Free | Immerse yourself in music from an all-female mariachi ensemble + take the kiddos to a youth workshop from Mariachi Tapatio’s musical director.

Saturday, July 29

First Annual Rock N’ Brews | Saturday, July 29 | 3-11 p.m. | S27 Alehouse, 461 Perrymont Ave., San Jose | $5-$15 | Electrify your weekend with a lineup of eight bands and bubbling brews.
Summer Night Market | Saturday, July 29 | 4-8:30 p.m. | Backesto Park, 551 N. 13th St., San Jose | Free | Soak in the summer sun at this vendor market with art, food, and fun activities.
Starlight Cinema | Saturday, July 29 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | St. James Park, Second + St. John streets, San Jose | Free | Bring a blanket, grab food to go from a nearby eatery and get comfortable for an evening under the stars.
We Are Young: 2010s Party | Saturday, July 29 | 9 p.m. | The Ritz, 400 S. First St., San Jose | $15-$20 | Keep it shufflin’ with the hottest hits of the last decade.

Sunday, July 30

Japantown Certified Farmers Market | Sunday, July 30 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | 357 E. Taylor St., San Jose | Free | Grab fresh produce + mingle with the community at this weekly summer market.
Shiny Side Up Bike Show | Sunday, July 30 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | History Park, 635 Phelan Ave., San Jose | $10 | Browse a full display of 100+ bikes ranging from custom builds to original models.
Summer Block Party | Sunday, July 30 | 12-5 p.m. | 1016 Lincoln Ave., San Jose | Free | Enjoy this family-friendly market with 50+ vendors, food, and drinks.
After Eras Party | Sunday, July 30 | 12-8 p.m. | Camino Brewing Co., 718 S. First St., San Jose | Free | Celebrate Taylor Swift with themed beers, taco deals, friendship bracelet exchanges, and a 13% beer discount.

Events calendar here

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Tech

How to (finally) stop those brutal spam calls

This service protects your personal data not only from targeted ads, but also from scammers and identity thieves. | Images by Incogni

Data brokers make money off your SSN, DOB, health status + more every day — then sell it to the highest bidder. (Yes, we mean you... identity theft affects 1 in 3 Americans.)

The good news? This personal data removal service can resolve your worries about identity theft, finance scams, and robo calls.

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News Notes

Development

The Julian-St. James neighborhood is the site for a proposed housing development of 113 family apartments, 64 senior apartments, and 36 affordable townhomes. The developers are currently working to streamline city approval + community engagement. (The Mercury News)

Announced

Viva CalleSJ is back with its third + final route of 2023. On Sunday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., you can travel through the open streets of San Jose and stop at activity hubs in Japantown, Kelley Park, and Tamien Park. Check out the routes + plan ahead.

San Josean

Naomi Girma, the San Jose native, daughter of Ethiopian immigrants, and defender for the US Women’s National Team has been the talk of the town lately. During the Women’s World Cup, San Jose’s Ethiopian Community Center has hosted gatherings to watch her play. (SF Chronicle)

Plan Ahead

Get ready for Japantown’s Sake Walk. The annual crawl, held on Saturday, Aug. 26, will allow you to try 30+ different sakes and baijius (distilled Chinese liquor) at Jack’s, Jtown Pizza Co., and 7 Bamboo Lounge. Tickets sell out fast — grab yours before they’re gone.

Fun Fact

The Children’s Discovery Museum’s 12-ft-tall Discovery Duck was retired after five years of sitting atop the museum. But don’t worry, a new duck has been inflated and installed for your CA-87 viewing pleasures.

Community

In anticipation of Taylor Swift’s concerts at Levi’s Stadium today and Saturday, July 29, massive crowds of fans lined up to get merchandise in the parking lot. For locals who aren’t attending, be aware of heavy traffic in the area this weekend. (ABC 7 News)

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Contest

🌽 We’re the cream of the crop

There’s $15,000 on the table in the 2023 America’s Farmers Market Celebration

Hands holding a purple cabbage above a basket of colorful produce at a farmers market.

Help your local farmers market rank in the AFMC’s list of America’s favorite markets. | Photo by RDNE Stock project via Pexels

The bright burst of a freshly picked blueberry in your mouth, the excitement of seeing the first heirloom tomato of the season, a warm loaf of bread nestled into your tote bag... just thinking about our favorite local farmers market fills us with pride.

It’s time to turn that appreciation into a vote — so that the entire nation can know San Jose has the best farmers markets around.

The 2023 America’s Farmers Market Celebration (AFMC) is open to votes through Monday, Sept. 18, to find a “People’s Choice” farmers market as the top-endorsed market in the country. The prize? Up to $15,000 for the top five markets to spend on marketing, communication, and other needs.

The most popular market in each state also wins $100 — so get voting.

Need a refresher on San Jose’s finest? Hit the button below for our guide to local farmers markets.

13 local markets

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

I want to give a shoutout to my sister, as it’s her 19th birthday today. She’s heading here so we could go shopping at Valley Fair, and maybe grab a bite at a local taco truck (she loves all the carne asada fries she comes across in SJ). This shoutout is really a test though, because she doesn’t like... reading. We’ll see if this Leo happened to pick up today’s edition of the newsletter.

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