San Jose Events

Anchor Education is asking for donations of old cars, trucks or vans to raise funds for special needs children.

The California Coastal Commission is accepting entries for its 2008 amateur photography contest. Entrants are encouraged to submit photos of the coast... More

Sunnyvale's Cultural Diversity Advisory Committee is currently recruiting new members. Applications must be received by Sep 12.

Gavilan College is accepting nominations for the 2008 Spirit Awards. Nominations accepted thru Aug 22.

History San Jose is currently recruiting docents and volunteers to present tours at History Park and Peralta Adobe.

Vs. Modesto—Jul 19–21 Vs. Bakersfield—Jul 22–24 Vs. Rancho Cucamonga—Jul 28–31 Vs. Modesto—Aug 1–3 Vs. Visalia—Aug 11–13 Vs. Stockton—Aug 14–16 Vs.... More

History San Jose is presenting the exhibition Speed City: From Civil Rights to Black Power at San Jose City Hall. The exhibition has traveled to the wing... More

NWS Peace Program is looking for families to host international high school students for the 2008-2009 school year.

Volunteers are needed to help clean, organize and better the gardens and park, as well as lead educational activities. Visit www.grpg.org or call for... More

Willow Glen's Children's Theatre performs a workshop using improvisation and theater games. Free.

The Eastside Neighborhood Center offers various community events throughout the week, including free legal assistance, insurance counseling, bingo and... More

This program offers nutritious meals, socialization opportunities and special events for seniors. $2-$5 suggested donation.

Vision Literacy seeks tutors to teach adults how to read. Call to register for orientations, which begin in January and end in August at various Santa... More

The studio offers various pilates and yoga classes, including those for seniors and those focusing on gyrotonics.

The Humane Society Silicon Valley is actively recruiting volunteers for its foster care program, helping to prepare animals for adoption. For more information,... More

Including a hotel with rotating exhibits, art from the McKay Collection of California, trolley restorations and the Paulson House.

Artifacts, art created for the museum, photographs and collections of newspapers and magazines, oral and written histories and more focusing on the history... More

Online exhibit documenting the rise of Lou's Village from its creation in 1946. Visit www.historysanjose.org/lousvillage to view the exhibit.

An online-only exhibit presenting oral histories from former plant workers. Visit www.historysanjose.org/cannerylife to view the exhibit.

This online exhibit focuses on various local labeling companies, the labeling process and the legacy of the everyday works of art. Visit www.historysanjose.org/labellegacy... More