The unspoken rule everyone knows

• “You can live here, but don’t ever visit the Winchester Mystery House.” — @v4ce (Learn more about the house’s history + other iconic 408 landmarks.)
• “San Jose is the Bay.” — @brwnguy408
• “Don’t lean forward at the Shark Tank when you are sitting in the upper bowl.” — @catjeu

We’re kind to our neighbors

• “Expect one of your new friends to be vegan.” — @lisapizzabayarea (And join them for dinner at a vegan spot around town.)
• “Don’t tag on murals.” — @xna5hx

We’ve learned a thing or two from commuting

• “You must forget everything you know about driving when there is the slightest bit of precipitation on the road” — @peters.bakery (ICYMI, winter 2024 is bringing slightly more than average rainfall.)
• “Signaling when switching lanes is optional.” — @borednstarving

Sometimes you just have to laugh

• “It’s SanaZay, not San Hose.” — @higginsismyboy
• “Don’t trip over an earthquake unless it’s at least a 6.0. Anything less is a gentle massage.” — @peters.bakery

We know a thing or two about food

• “If you want a torta, you either go to Mexico Bakery or you don’t get a torta.” — @polkkaaa
• “Peter’s Bakery is where you get the best cakes, pies, and donuts.” — @authormdneu (We’ll never tire of the strawberry rings from Peter’s Bakery.)

• Karaoke Night | Tuesday, Feb. 20 | 8 p.m. | Renegades Bar, 501 W. Taylor St., San Jose | Free | Enjoy local talent or step up to the mic yourself at this weekly event.

• “Star Wars” Trivia Night | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Wheelhouse of Willow Glen, 1173 Lincoln Ave., San Jose | $5-$20 | Grab your lightsabers and dress up in your favorite “Star Wars” garb — this trivia night will include a costume contest and themed prizes.
• Rooster’s Comedy Showcase | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 8 p.m. | Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club, 157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale | $10 | See the best and brightest new + up and coming comics in the Bay Area as they cut their teeth and sharpen their skills.

• Morat | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 8 p.m. | San Jose Civic, 135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose | $51+ | See this Colombian band perform Latin pop rock hits.

• “Seussical” | Friday, Feb. 23-Sunday, Feb. 25 | Times vary | Montgomery Theatre, 271 S. Market St., San Jose | $20-$25 | The CMT Rising Stars take you through the fantastical world of Dr. Suess as you follow your favorite characters — including Horton the Elephant + The Cat in the Hat.

• The Rise, a 50-acre mixed-use development on the former Vallco Town Center property, was approved by Cupertino city officials after years of delays. It is slated to be the city’s largest single housing project in history + will include 2,669 housing units and 230,000 sqft of retail space. (San José Spotlight)

• New Ballet received $10,000 from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The funding will directly support New Ballet’s First Step Program, which provides free dance education to first through third grade students at SJUSD’s Title 1 schools. (The Mercury News)

• Can you make a hole in one? Urban Putt San Jose is ready to celebrate its grand opening on Thursday, Feb. 29, after having to reschedule twice. The celebration will begin at 4 p.m.

• San Jose-based restaurant Nick The Greek is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. The popular Greek chain has since expanded to 65+ locations across the US after opening its first shop downtown. One things for sure — we’re celebrating with some Greek fries, falafel, and baklava.

• We know, San Jose Day is still a couple of months away. But it’s not too early to pre-order your San Jose Day sweatshirt so that it’s ready to wear for the occasion. Orders are open until Friday, March 1.

• It’s just our luck that Jiaren Cafe’s cookie decorating class theme for March is St. Patrick’s Day. The family-friendly class will take place on Saturday, March 2, at 11 a.m. All materials will be provided + no prior experience is necessary. Sign up to attend.

• A friendly reminder to book spring + summer vacations (they’re just around the corner). Want beach time? This Hawaiian oceanfront property has two king beds. Prefer the mountains? Book this lakeside chalet in British Columbia. Craving luxury? This tropical cabana in Montecito, CA has an on-site masseuse.*