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A San Jose mural on the side of an overpass depicting an elderly woman reclining in a chair, and a young person playing the flute.

Culture

What are “blue zones,” and could San Jose become one?

Specific regions around the world known as “blue zones” are defined by their higher-than-average population of people over the age of 100.

November 28, 2023

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Gregg Aronica

A skyline view of San Jose from the east foothills, showing downtown, Lake Cunningham Park, Reid Hillview County airport, and east side suburbia.

History

San Jose decades: The 2000s

From the tallest residential apartment building in San Jose to the Bill Walsh Legacy Game, we’re taking San Jo back to the ‘00s.

November 28, 2023

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Alyson Chuyang

Someone dressed as the Grinch sits in a chair in front of the Santana Row Christmas Tree.

Theater

San Jo-sleigh: 12 local winter plays + concerts

‘Tis the season for holiday classics being brought to the big stage.

November 27, 2023

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Alyson Chuyang

Ricardo Cortez, in a brown flannel, holds up a copy of his children's book, "The ABC's of Lowriding — written by R. Cortez"

Culture

5 Minute Pitch: The ABCs of Lowriding by Ricardo Cortez

Local author and artist Ricardo Cortez talks Lowriding culture, history + community, and gives tips on which restaurant has the best orange sauce.

November 24, 2023

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Gregg Aronica

A bar with various holiday lights and decorations, including a blow-up snowman and Snoopy.

Culture

Gin-gle all the way to these holiday pop-up bars

These festive pop-up bars will help get you in the holiday spirit.

November 22, 2023

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Brianna Williams

A rendering of BART's phase 2 in downtown San Jose, featuring tunnels beneath the Lacey Bryant mural on San Carlos Street.

City

Answered: What would you name the VTA tunnel boring machine?

From proper punny names to the downright bizarre, VTA’s tunnel boring machine is connecting more than just BART to Santa Clara.

November 21, 2023

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Gregg Aronica

Travel and Outdoors

San Jose Mineta International Airport is offering festive live music for busy holiday travelers

From holiday decorations to live music, San Jose Mineta International Airport is pulling out all the stops to ease the stress of travel for the holidays.

November 20, 2023

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Gregg Aronica

A plate of turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce from Left Bank Brasserie.

Food

Where to get Thanksgiving dinner in San Jose

Enjoy a seasonal meal made locally without all the cooking.

November 17, 2023

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Trevor Peters

Thanksgiving turkey being cut on the dinner table.

Nonprofits

Where to find free Thanksgiving meals in San Jose

Enjoy a seasonal meal in San Jose, no matter your circumstances.

November 16, 2023

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Gregg Aronica

Holiday savings just for you

This holiday season shop unique gifts from our small business partners.

November 15, 2023

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Staff