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💬 The tips and tricks to San Jose

Answered: Life hacks from San Joseans
A reflection of Plaza de Cesar Chavez from a wet ground.
Everyone has their one life hack to navigating San Jose. | Photo via @steezc
Last month, we asked you to share a San Jose “life hack” you know — and of course, y’all delivered. Here are a few pro tips from our readers + social media followers:

“Find the places less traveled so you can get away from the business and enjoy the beauty of SJ without the noise and nonsense. So much beauty in San Jose if you know where to find it.” - @bennys_journey

“@newmuseumlosgatos is free the first Sunday of every month!” - @theqcorner

“Visit the many parks and open spaces. You’ll get a whole new perspective on San Jose when you walk, hike or bike it. It’s really beautiful!” - @debbiegililland

“My life hack is all those little lending libraries in front of people’s homes. LOVE them!” - @kathleena.hanes

A bridge leading to a trail at the Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve.

Hike the expansive trails of Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve.

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Photo via @jausel

“Literally drive in any direction and you’ll eventually see signs for state and county trails/parks. No two are the same and they’re all gorgeous.” - @crossingtheratterlin

“Some of the best food places are inside of a liquor store!” - @oh_hey_dre_

“Move 30 minutes south for a home the price of your apartment.” - @408djm

“If eating out is too expensive, go to Super Taqueria. Two tacos will fill you up for $6 and some change.” - @andypaul

“There’s a bike party happening every third Friday evening.” - @kydanoob

A woman looks at a local vendor's table displaying various leather goods.

Moment SJ often hosts Sidewalk Shop pop-ups.

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Photo via @moment.sj

“Shop small and local. Support the amazing artists and musicians that were born and raised here.” - @__pardib

“Visit our vintage market every second and fourth weekend a month. Garden at the Flea inside San Jose’s flea market. Also the flea market isn’t closed.” - @popupsj

“Take Monterey Road instead of 101 during weekend traffic.” - @eight3leven

“[Get] gas at Moes.” - @kh.rhee

“Park for free behind Crema coffee shop in the Rose Garden area. Great coffee shop, and amazing restaurants all around this part of town.” - @cali_proud13
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Events
Monday, Aug. 28
  • Off Nite Show | Monday, Aug. 28 | 8 p.m. | Tabard Theatre, 29 N. San Pedro St., Ste. 200, San Jose | Free | Put a little weekend into your Mondays with hosts Mighty Mike McGee and Ato Walker — with an appearance from City Editor Alyson.
  • Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival | Monday, Aug. 28-Wednesday, Aug. 30 | Times vary | California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose | $14-$200 | Catch a few of the last film showings before the festival ends.
Tuesday, Aug. 29
  • Taiko for Parkinson’s | Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 10-11 a.m. | Online | $10 | Drum and learn the history of taiko in this class designed for individuals with Parkinson’s disease — no students will be turned away for lack of funds.
  • Yoga for Activists | Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 6-7 p.m. | San Jose Peace and Justice Center, 48 S. Seventh St., San Jose | Free | This weekly August session is open to all skill levels.
  • Sips & Sounds of Summer | Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose | Free | Bring a lawn chair and enjoy live music from La Ti Do Latin.
  • “TINA - The Tina Turner Musical” | Tuesday, Aug. 29-Sunday, Sept. 3 | Times vary | San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 S. Almaden Blvd., San Jose | $43-$242 | This new musical follows the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll on her journey to becoming one of the world’s best-selling artists of all time.
Wednesday, Aug. 30
  • Fairgrounds Live | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 4:30 p.m. | Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Rd., San Jose | Free | Enjoy food trucks, a beer garden, yard games, and tunes from The Usual Suspects.
  • Super Paint Party | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 6 p.m. | Parktown Pizza Willow Glen, 3039 Meridian Ave., San Jose | $35 | Paint your own sunset and enjoy beer, cider, wine, and pizza.
  • RTF New Talent Comedy Showcase | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 8 p.m. | Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club, 157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale | $15.60 | Catch some serious talent from both amateur and professional comedians alike.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Announced
  • The Santa Clara County Vector Control District has confirmed West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes in zip codes 95112, 95116, and 95122. Treatment will begin on Tuesday, Aug. 29, at 10 p.m., and end a few hours later. The treatment poses minimal risk to people + pets, so no need to relocate.
Community
  • The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library is celebrating its 20th anniversary on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 1:30-2:30 p.m., and is offering special exhibits + programs, as well as remarks from SJSU President Cynthia Teniente-Matson, Mayor Mahan, Councilmember Torres, and more. The event is free.
Feel Good
  • Ten adult students were celebrated at City Hall for earning their high school diplomas through San Jose Public Library’s (SJPL) Career Online High School Program. It launched in 2016 and has graduated 165 adults. The SJPL Foundation works with the CA State Library to offer scholarships for adult learners. (ABC 7 News)
Holiday
  • Christmas in the Park is looking fresh this year. According to the event’s managing director, Debbie Degutis, 25 of 40 displays have been restored — including the Nutcracker Suite + Santa’s House. The beloved tradition, as well as the drive-through light show, will begin Friday, Nov. 24. (The Mercury News)
Tech
  • The San Jose Public Library system is launching a new website this fall, and is giving us a sneak peek through Friday, Sept. 22. New features include a modern design, seamless browsing, and enhanced search optimization. Preview the site + consider providing feedback.
Listen
  • A documentary called “Brothers Broken” recently premiered at Cinequest and follows two San Jose brothers whose relationship is torn by the Church of Scientology. The two end up reuniting after leaving the church and their musical duo named People! just released a new album after 50+ years — give it a listen. (The Mercury News)
Finance
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Alyson
From the editor
Did you have a chance to catch the SJSU vs. University of Southern California (USC) football game on Saturday? It was a great effort from our Spartans, but the Trojans took it 56-28. I saw a lot of people on my social media feeds who attended the game at the LA Coliseum who are SJSU alumni, but wore USC gear... I could never. Despite losing, I’ll always stay loyal to the Spartans.
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