Something wonderful is happening in San Jose. The city that’s been in a creative dryspell is finally getting some action. Sterile walls are transforming into colorful murals, art installations keep popping up in front of city hall, and creative community-centered events are filling up the city calendar. Even though San Jose has long had artists … More Eastside Street Food Hub
The last South First Friday of the year did not disappoint. The monthly, artsy event brought plenty of thoughtful art and excellent music to San Jose’s South First Street. After having a couple of stiff drinks in the cozy heated patio of The Continental, we wandered across the street to the first stop on the … More South First Friday
Peaceful afternoons outdoors are timelessly delightful. This Sunday afternoon, I returned to the grounds of the South Bay’s lovely Villa Montalvo. One of my favorite parts of the villa’s grounds is the spectacular garden that is home to classic statues in the midst of beautiful landscape design. There, old-world mediteranean classic is juxtaposed with modern southwestern … More A Walk in the Park
The SoFA Street Fair, one of the things that made San Jose cool in the nineties, is back! On Sunday, thousands of San Joseians gathered on South First Street to enjoy what’s left of summer by drinking some ice cold brews, dancing (or moshing) in the street, and listening to some excellent local music. Indeed, … More The Return of the SoFA Street Fair
Today for lunch, I got an outstanding sandwich at Peanuts on San Fernando between 6th and 7th streets downtown San Jose, followed by a stroll up a few blocks and around the corner to Kaleid Gallery on 4th Street. Because there’s nothing more distracting than viewing good art on an empty stomach. Kaleid is always home … More Today at Kaleid Gallery
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