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Two New MOMENT Paseo Shops Open Today

A ribbon-cutting was held this morning for five new businesses along Paseo de San Antonio as part of the MOMENT [...]

YA Friday: April 2024 Monthly Wrap-Up

April was an excellent month for new books, with all kinds of diverse YA for us to escape into a little. If you're looking for a book to sweep you away for a bit of a book getaway, this month's ne...

Elyse: elevated French Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of Downtown San Jose

Before we talk about about the new Elyse, I have to spend a moment to honor the original. Elyse was the first French Vietnamese restaurant in Downtown San Jose and took residence in the former Hou...

CDM Director of Strategic Initiatives Receives Prestigious National Award

Jenni Martin recognized for her equity and inclusion practices in the museum field Jenni Martin, director of strategic initiatives at [...]

Dialing Up Community

Today, we take for granted that we are always online, but in the '80s and '90s, dialing in to an online community was an intentional act.

Sharks Have Tons of Cap Space This Off-Season…How Much?

So how are the San Jose Sharks going to get better this off-season? Good news, it can’t get worse…right? The 2023-24 Sharks were the second-worst team of the salary cap era, their .287 Points % ju...

Tuesday 5/7: San Jose State Rally for Solidarity with Gaza

San Jose State University Student Union

Teens: May is Mental Health Awareness Month!

Every year during the month of May, we come together to raise awareness for mental health, to promote emotional and mental well-being, and to destigmatize and normalize matters of mental health. M...

Elyse has a full-blown wine room

Finally, tomorrow I'll have the full write-up for Elyse. There is too much content for one post (not even talking about the fist fight outside during the mayor's interview). One quick item I'll br...

Way, way too early look at Sharks defensive pairings, goaltending for next season

A way too early look at what the Sharks defensive pairings and goaltending options could look like to start next season.

Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AANHPIHM) @ SCCLD

Forty-five years ago, on March 28, 1979, President Jimmy Carter issued the first presidential proclamation for Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week pointing out the significant role Asian and Paci...

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This cultural celebration of AAPI is observed annually in May to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the United States o...

Adventure at Your Library – Summer Reading 2024 is Here!

Embark on a journey this summer! Dive into the pages of thrilling tales, explore far-off lands, and meet fascinating characters along the way. Our program this year offers something for every read...

Sharks Head Coach Search: A Couple Juicy Tidbits, a Dark Horse Candidate? (+)

It appears to be early in the San Jose Sharks’ search for their next head coach. But regardless, San Jose Hockey Now has picked up a few interesting tidbits. I can say two, I would say likelier ca...

Wednesday 5/1: Join SDS at the May Day Parade

MLK Library, San Jose

California High-Speed Rail interior renders

Below is the first preliminary render of  a dining cab and bike storage for California High-Speed Rail. I have to admit that it looks pretty inviting. I especially like the idea of a bar with...

SPECULATION: Friedman Names 4 Possible Sharks Head Coach Candidates

Elliotte Friedman threw out a few head coach candidates that the San Jose Sharks might be interested in. “San Jose does like the tie-ins to the people who have been there,” Friedman said on the 32...

Blackwood Talks Grier’s Exit Message to Sharks, Speer’s Impact on His Rebound Year

After declining play and frequent injuries plagued Mackenzie Blackwood the last couple seasons in New Jersey, the goaltender found success with the San Jose Sharks. On the worst team in the NHL th...

Wednesday 5/1: Santa Clara University: All Out for Gaza

Alameda Lawn, Santa Clara University

Celebrating Asexuality Visibility Day

Asexuality Visibility Day, also referred to as International Asexuality Day (IAD), is an annual celebration that takes place on April 6th. Asexuality Visibility Day is about the recognition of the...

May The 4th Be With You

A blog celebrating Star Wars Day and featuring several Star Wars novels.

Sharks Want To Bring Back Full Barracuda Coaching Staff

The San Jose Sharks organization appears to be giving a full vote of confidence to the San Jose Barracuda coaching staff. Last week, when GM Mike Grier fired Sharks head coach David Quinn, Grier a...

City Council 2024 Priorities Community Update Series Part 2

Climate Change & Natural Environment — Protection & AdaptationThis community update continues our series focused on sharing details about the City Council’s 2024 Priorities and related obj...

Cirque du Soleil is back in San Jose

For the first time since the pandemic, Cirque du Soleil has brought one of their Grand Chapiteau shows to San Jose. Kooza is running across the street from the Santa Clara County fairgrounds until...

Way, way too early look at the Sharks forward lines for next season

It’s only April, but Sharks fans don’t have the playoffs to look forward to and we still haven’t had a chance to see how the draft lottery plays out. That means there’s not much else to do but sit...

Spring into Poetry: Nature Poems

Need some writing inspiration? Try out this prompt and submit to our Spring Poetry Contest!

SJ Access Device – Update to Checkout Period

Beginning Wednesday, May 8, 2024, the checkout period on all SJ Access devices will be 3 weeks with a 1-week renewal - if the device does not have holds.

The Retro Tech Strikes Back!

San José Public Library's Retro Tech program enables library patrons to convert their analog media into digital formats.

12-Game Homestand Begins With Series Against Lake Elsinore

LAKE ELSINORE STORM (9–10) at SAN JOSE GIANTS (9–11)SERIES SCHEDULE AND PROBABLE STARTING PITCHERS:Tuesday, April 30 11:30 AM SJ — Josh Bostick (0–3, 6.00) vs. LE — Fernando Sanchez (0–0, 1.50)Wed...

Why ChatGPT Might Not Be Your Best Option for Book Recommendations

While ChatGPT's capabilities are impressive, there are more than a few reasons why it might not always be the best source for discovering your next favorite book. In this blog post co-authored by ...

2024 PALL Tournament schedules

There is one week left in round robin games that determine the seeding for the 2024 Palo Alto Majors City Championship tournament and for the PCL season-ending tournament. The City Championship to...

Campus Burgers will offer $2 Hamburgers and $3 Cheeseburgers in Downtown San Jose

A new burger sport is opening at 108 Paseo de San Antonio and they are offering $1.99 smash burgers. That isn't a promotion, it appears to be their standard pricing. In fact, they proudly only hav...

SJHN Daily: 6 More Possible Sharks Head Coach Candidates, Case for Don Granato

San Jose Hockey Now offered 10 head coaching candidates for the San Jose Sharks job yesterday: Craig Berube, David Carle, Dean Evason, Gerard Gallant, Jay Pandolfo, Jay Woodcroft, Jeff Halpern, Jo...

Wednesday 5/1: San José May Day March

Roosevelt Park, 901 E Santa Clara St., San José

Wednesday 5/1: May 1 Day of Action

Convention Center San Jose, Main entrance, 150 W. San Carlos, San Jose

Free Comic Book Day!

Free Comic Book Day is here again!

SJHN Daily: 6 More Possible Sharks Head Coach Candidates, Case for Don Granato

San Jose Hockey Now offered 10 head coaching candidates for the San Jose Sharks job yesterday: Craig Berube, David Carle, Dean Evason, Gerard Gallant, Jay Pandolfo, Jay Woodcroft, Jeff Halpern, Jo...

Tuesday 4/30: Eyewitness Account of Gaza War w/ Humanitarian Doctor, Mohammed Subeh MD at SJSU

SJSU Science Building Room 258

Friday 5/3: San Jose: Peace Vigil - Ceasefire Now! No Weapons for Israel or Ukraine!

in front of MLK Library

Free Comic Book Day!

Free Comic Book Day is here again!