Not San Jose related, but an interesting watch nonetheless. This is exactly the type of projects that San Jose should be fighting tooth and nail for.
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Saturday Stats: San Jose Guzzling Gas
It's not always good to be #1. San Joseans are spending an average of $216 a month on gas, which is a higher average than anywhere else in the nation. However, gas prices are higher here than in just about all of the other cities in the top 12, so this doesn't necessarily mean that we consume the most gas per person. Still, it's not a great statistic and hopefully one that will fall as more electric vehicles are adopted and our transit system is further developed.
Friday, September 2, 2011
New Exhibit at The Tech Opens Tomorrow
California Premiere of
Islamic Science Rediscovered
Opens to the public Saturday, September 3.
Challenging Misconceptions, Illuminating Diversity.
Did the Wright Brothers soar in the sky first?
Was Leonardo the first to describe "machines of the future"?
Long overlooked or often misattributed, the remarkable contributions of Muslim scholars in science and technology have quietly floundered as no more than common footnotes of world history.
Amazing ancient Islamic inventions are brought to life by more than 40 stations with interactive and sensory exhibits and videos. The exhibition covers the main fields of Islamic scientific endeavor including architecture, arts, astronomy, engineering, exploration, flight, mathematics, medicine, optics and water control.
Complement your Islamic Science Rediscovered Experience
See Arabia in The Hackworth IMAX Dome Theater.
Only $5 more per person.
Arabia (45 minutes) is a thought-provoking learning adventure about a land steeped in myth and mystery. Experience the story of one of the most powerful, yet least understood, regions on Earth today. Audiences will hurtle back into the Islamic Golden Age of Invention. Join three million Muslims on the Hajj pilgrimage, and get to know the young Arabians transforming tomorrow's world.
Plus New Hands-On Science Workshop: Ingenious Inventions
Opens Sept 3, 2011
Free with museum admission
Limited Capacity. First-come, First-served.
Space is limited. See museum signs for times.
The Tech Innovation at Play Gallery, Lower Level.
Travel back to the Golden Age of Islam to explore the properties of light as you make a take-home pinhole camera.
Adults: $18.99
Seniors: (65+) / College Students with ID: $16.99
Children: (ages 3-17): $13.99
Includes admission to Islamic Science Rediscovered AND admission to all the regular galleries of The Tech Museum (when available). Pricing does not include IMAX.
Or buy tickets in person at The Tech Museum or call(408) 294-8324.
Islamic Science Rediscovered
Opens to the public Saturday, September 3.
Challenging Misconceptions, Illuminating Diversity.
Did the Wright Brothers soar in the sky first?
Was Leonardo the first to describe "machines of the future"?
Long overlooked or often misattributed, the remarkable contributions of Muslim scholars in science and technology have quietly floundered as no more than common footnotes of world history.
- Centuries before Orville and Wilbur Wright took flight, Abbas ibn Farnas was soaring over the hilly Spanish countryside in a one-man glider - a thousand years before the famed Wright flight in North Carolina.
- Al-Jazari busied himself laying the foundations of modern engineering and writing the Book of Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical Devices in 1206, where he described fifty mechanical devices along with instructions on how to build them, more than 200 years before Leonardo da Vinci became revered for this technological ingenuity.
Amazing ancient Islamic inventions are brought to life by more than 40 stations with interactive and sensory exhibits and videos. The exhibition covers the main fields of Islamic scientific endeavor including architecture, arts, astronomy, engineering, exploration, flight, mathematics, medicine, optics and water control.
Complement your Islamic Science Rediscovered Experience
See Arabia in The Hackworth IMAX Dome Theater.
Only $5 more per person.
Arabia (45 minutes) is a thought-provoking learning adventure about a land steeped in myth and mystery. Experience the story of one of the most powerful, yet least understood, regions on Earth today. Audiences will hurtle back into the Islamic Golden Age of Invention. Join three million Muslims on the Hajj pilgrimage, and get to know the young Arabians transforming tomorrow's world.
Plus New Hands-On Science Workshop: Ingenious Inventions
Opens Sept 3, 2011
Free with museum admission
Limited Capacity. First-come, First-served.
Space is limited. See museum signs for times.
The Tech Innovation at Play Gallery, Lower Level.
Travel back to the Golden Age of Islam to explore the properties of light as you make a take-home pinhole camera.
- Devise a way to move water using simple machines.
- Be dazzled by the geometric tessellations to be found in arabesque mosaic art.
- Discover how Hindu-Arabic numerals and the power of zero transformed the world. Design a balancing mobile made from geometric shapes as you get math equations in your hands, and then balance and solve your own algebraic equations.
Adults: $18.99
Seniors: (65+) / College Students with ID: $16.99
Children: (ages 3-17): $13.99
Includes admission to Islamic Science Rediscovered AND admission to all the regular galleries of The Tech Museum (when available). Pricing does not include IMAX.
Or buy tickets in person at The Tech Museum or call(408) 294-8324.
Premier Launch of Made in San Jose Magazine
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If nothing ever changed, there’d be no butterflies. - Author Unknown.
We are proud to inform you that the premiere launch of Made in San Jose Magazine has been moved to the San Jose’s own beautiful History Park located at 1650 Senter Road, San Jose, CA 95112. Fore more information pls visit http://www.tapestryartssan www.MadeinSanJose.com Made in San Jose Magazine and History San José Presents A Taste of Tapestry Labor Day Event on Saturday (9/3) and Sunday (9/4) from 10:00am to 6:00pm Music | Art | Fashion Show | Food & Drinks | Exotic Cars | Vintage Scooters & Motorcycles | A Taste of Tapestry Overview Join us for this wonderful weekend featuring: Local live music featuring; Cadillac Jack, the 60 voice Jubilee Choi; Black&Blue; Singer/Songwriter Michael Annuzzi; Reggae Sensation Michael Annotti, DJ By The Bay with DJ BERT; Taken Events with DJ TAKEN; Vivace Youth Chorus of San Josend much more including: SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES’ Ambassador, KELLY GRAY, professional players and his youth soccer club, autographs and scrimmages also including women’s professional soccer player KASSIE DOUBRAVA GRAY Leading Artists featuring Juried Award Winners TV coverage of Artists and Event by CreaTV TapestryArts' Design for Living Center UCCE Master Gardener's of Santa Clara County Children's entertainer Andy Z and the Kids Creativity Art Zone BAUTISTA Shelly’s Style face painting and Henna designs Bellydancing performances and lessons by Setareh & Hala’s Dance Troupe DO THE HUSTLE CreaTV Comcast Channel 15 Pilot and all day auditions Ricki with Salsa Dance Now performance and lessons Santa Clara Valley Model T Ford Club’s cars Writers & book signings featuring Kathryn Besser's book, Dirt&Sunshin Dr. Mary Crocker Cook's book, Awakening Hope, reading and signing San Jose's Pete the Magician; Haikchi Stick and Inca Silver Hollywood’s Attraction: 70s disco band; 1970s Dance & Costume Contest We will also be featuring Jr. Battle of the Bands; Karaoke; Fashions Shows; Sunday Afternoon Dance Contest; Silent Auction; Opportunity Drawing and much, much more! Amazing Unique Food, Wine and Beer Vendors: Whitings Food; Dipping Dots; Cali-Pop; Fruit Fritz; Thai Kabob BBQ; Mainstreet Food Concession; Carmen’s Taqueria; Baratt’s Lemonade; Suitcase Ron’s Kettle Korn Revue; Mediterranean Shawarma & Kebab. Porsches & Police Festival and Fundraiser 2011 The fun filled day included entertainment from THE HITMEN, The Cadillac Jack Band and Jubilee Christian Center Choir. The event was a huge success and The Loma Prieta Region Porsche Club and Tapestry Arts wishes to thank the sponsors and other presenting non-pofits (History Park San Jose, San Jose Police Foundation and Starbird Youth Center, Community United) 2011 Sponsors Made in San Jose Magazine MADE LOCAL™ MAGAZINE Dings and DentsExotic Auto Works Dings and Dents Exotic Auto Works & Dell Auto Body Precious Metal Motorsports Don's Autowerks Los Gatos Auto Service Bottomley Distributing Guglielmo Winery R&B Printing & Creative Services Karen Dippel Marketing and Web Services Tapestry Arts looks forward to a magnificent year and hope that you can join us. |
Thursday, September 1, 2011
South FIRST FRIDAYS Art Walk Sept. 2nd!
from Phantom Galleries
Join us for the First Friday Art Walk & Street Mrkt this Friday, Sept. 2nd!
Two new solo exhibitions by Leslie Ann Rice and Sara Tomasello
KALEID Gallery, 88 So. Fourth St.
Circus Act sculptures by Leslie Ann Rice
A mutt-ley crew of characters explore the circus of popular culture, touching upon the freakish tendencies of human nature.
Looking through the Glass paintings by Sara Tomasello
Through her paintings, Sara Tomasello builds on themes of intimacy and the unity of opposites. Her characters are symbols for the light and dark aspects of human nature. Using a vibrant color palette and inspired by universal mythological themes, Sara portrays the emotional impact of the world she sees and experiences it in her acrylic paintings. There is a story behind each piece and it begins; Once upon time. Viewers are invited to look through the glass that Sara views the world and reflect on your own experiences of the world.
The Peculiar Pageant new paintings and installation by Lacey Bryant
Good Karma Vegan Cafe, 37 So. First Street
Theatrically posed and surrounded by lush, illusory environments, the subjects of Lacey’s newest works are like pictures in a storybook written in an unknown language. The images are somewhat familiar but certain elements remains foreign. Like a hazy dream of an imagined childhood long forgotten, the images strive to make you feel as if you just might have been there once, maybe. As is common in Lacey’s work, there is a subtle tension between beautiful and unsettling elements. This contrast creates a sense of mystery and invites the viewer to construct their own interpretation of the scenes. In the safety of a world poised between reality and imagination where common symbols mingle with strange ones, Lacey’s characters expose their fears, doubts, despairs and longings.
Folie à Deux Family Tree Monotypes and Glass Statues by Curt Schauer
Phantom Galleries, 95 So. Market St:
In this exhibit, Curt traces the origins and family history of the Folie a Deux series. From the image on the original sign in Tokyo that inspired the figurative images and the early acrylic ink monotype studies, digital drawings and oil based monotypes to the final five piece monotype series and blown glass statues that defined Curt’s work from 2008 to today. Folie a Deux explores the duality of extremes and conflict in human nature and between the art and the viewer in figurative and expressionist styles. Not satisfied with a single medium to express his vision,
Curt furthered the duality theme by recreating the series in colorful 3D blown glass with hand etched graal images. This is the first exhibit to display the family tree in life (glass) and in portrait (monotypes) and displays the use of color, light, movement and dimension in Curt’s art.
The First Friday Art Walk includes 20 participating venues and STREET MRKT will have 40 indie artists booths &3 live bands out on South First St. 7pm-11pm, FREE
Check out the full South FIRST FRIDAYS event lineup http://www.SouthFIRSTFRIDAYS.com
Two new solo exhibitions by Leslie Ann Rice and Sara Tomasello
KALEID Gallery, 88 So. Fourth St.
Circus Act sculptures by Leslie Ann Rice
A mutt-ley crew of characters explore the circus of popular culture, touching upon the freakish tendencies of human nature.
Looking through the Glass paintings by Sara Tomasello
Through her paintings, Sara Tomasello builds on themes of intimacy and the unity of opposites. Her characters are symbols for the light and dark aspects of human nature. Using a vibrant color palette and inspired by universal mythological themes, Sara portrays the emotional impact of the world she sees and experiences it in her acrylic paintings. There is a story behind each piece and it begins; Once upon time. Viewers are invited to look through the glass that Sara views the world and reflect on your own experiences of the world.
The Peculiar Pageant new paintings and installation by Lacey Bryant
Good Karma Vegan Cafe, 37 So. First Street
Theatrically posed and surrounded by lush, illusory environments, the subjects of Lacey’s newest works are like pictures in a storybook written in an unknown language. The images are somewhat familiar but certain elements remains foreign. Like a hazy dream of an imagined childhood long forgotten, the images strive to make you feel as if you just might have been there once, maybe. As is common in Lacey’s work, there is a subtle tension between beautiful and unsettling elements. This contrast creates a sense of mystery and invites the viewer to construct their own interpretation of the scenes. In the safety of a world poised between reality and imagination where common symbols mingle with strange ones, Lacey’s characters expose their fears, doubts, despairs and longings.
Folie à Deux Family Tree Monotypes and Glass Statues by Curt Schauer
Phantom Galleries, 95 So. Market St:
In this exhibit, Curt traces the origins and family history of the Folie a Deux series. From the image on the original sign in Tokyo that inspired the figurative images and the early acrylic ink monotype studies, digital drawings and oil based monotypes to the final five piece monotype series and blown glass statues that defined Curt’s work from 2008 to today. Folie a Deux explores the duality of extremes and conflict in human nature and between the art and the viewer in figurative and expressionist styles. Not satisfied with a single medium to express his vision,
Curt furthered the duality theme by recreating the series in colorful 3D blown glass with hand etched graal images. This is the first exhibit to display the family tree in life (glass) and in portrait (monotypes) and displays the use of color, light, movement and dimension in Curt’s art.
The First Friday Art Walk includes 20 participating venues and STREET MRKT will have 40 indie artists booths &3 live bands out on South First St. 7pm-11pm, FREE
Check out the full South FIRST FRIDAYS event lineup http://www.SouthFIRSTFRIDAYS.com
Veggielution's Annual Fundraiser Dinner
PRESS RELEASE
Bounty of Heart's Delight
www.bountyofheartsdelight.org
Saturday, September 10, 2011, 4 to 9:30 p.m.
Emma Prusch Park
647 South King Road
San Jose CA 95116
Veggielution's Bounty of Heart's Delight fundraiser dinner will be an evening of fine dining focused on the fresh and the local, with a menu crafted by San Jose native Chef Jess Krause. It will be a delightful evening on the farm, dining among the crops that grew our dinner, then kicking up our heels to live music at a barn dance under the stars.
Please help us get the word out that dinner tickets are on sale now at www.bountyofheartsdelight.org for $100. We hope you'll introduce your readers to our mission and programs, and give them a chance to support this truly unique gem of sustainable agriculture in the heart of Silicon Valley.
We can arrange interviews with Amie Frisch, Executive Director, and Jess Krause, the Chef who will be cooking the dinner.
About Veggielution
In the low-income communities of San Jose, families simply cannot afford the fresh, healthy vegetables that enable a healthy diet. Tight budgets lead many to fast food, where calories are abundant but nutrients are not. Veggielution changes the game by operating a community farm embedded in the neighborhoods that need it the most. Elementary school youth learn in the school gardens we are building at 2 local elementary schools, high school students learn farming and leadership in paid jobs in our Dig Crew program, parents learn cooking and nutrition our Cooking Matters classes, and volunteers from all walks of life work together to grow food at our workdays. This year so far we have grown over 10,000 lbs of food, most of which we have sold at low cost or given away. Here in the Valley of Heart's Delight, or wherever we are from, our agricultural roots run deep. We are honoring the skills and knowledge of the past by bringing them into the future as we build the world we want to live in for ourselves and our children.
Veggielution is a nonprofit community farm seeking to create a sustainable food system in San Jose. We currently farm 2.5 acres at Emma Prusch Park in East San Jose. Our volunteer workdays, youth programs, low-cost Farmstand, and free workshops give people a chance to get their hands dirty growing veggies, and learn the importance of eating healthy food and knowing where it came from.
About the Chef: Jess Krause
Jess was born into the kitchen. Her father and grandfather were both cooks, and she fell in love with the craft at an early age. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Jess loves to bring out the beauty and simplicity of food in her cooking. She has worked in Cleveland, Aspen, and locally as the Pastry Chef at Restaurant James Randall in Los Gatos. She is currently in charge of the charcuterie program at Alexander’s Steak House in Cupertino.
Jess prides herself on using local and sustainable ingredients in her cooking, which is what drew her to working with Veggielution. “The freshest ingredients always taste best, but knowing and respecting where the food came from is that extra spark,” she says.
Bounty of Heart's Delight
www.bountyofheartsdelight.org
Saturday, September 10, 2011, 4 to 9:30 p.m.
Emma Prusch Park
647 South King Road
San Jose CA 95116
——Sumptuous, four-course feast features Veggielution's local produce——
A benefit to support our community programs
Veggielution's Bounty of Heart's Delight fundraiser dinner will be an evening of fine dining focused on the fresh and the local, with a menu crafted by San Jose native Chef Jess Krause. It will be a delightful evening on the farm, dining among the crops that grew our dinner, then kicking up our heels to live music at a barn dance under the stars.
Please help us get the word out that dinner tickets are on sale now at www.bountyofheartsdelight.org for $100. We hope you'll introduce your readers to our mission and programs, and give them a chance to support this truly unique gem of sustainable agriculture in the heart of Silicon Valley.
We can arrange interviews with Amie Frisch, Executive Director, and Jess Krause, the Chef who will be cooking the dinner.
About Veggielution
In the low-income communities of San Jose, families simply cannot afford the fresh, healthy vegetables that enable a healthy diet. Tight budgets lead many to fast food, where calories are abundant but nutrients are not. Veggielution changes the game by operating a community farm embedded in the neighborhoods that need it the most. Elementary school youth learn in the school gardens we are building at 2 local elementary schools, high school students learn farming and leadership in paid jobs in our Dig Crew program, parents learn cooking and nutrition our Cooking Matters classes, and volunteers from all walks of life work together to grow food at our workdays. This year so far we have grown over 10,000 lbs of food, most of which we have sold at low cost or given away. Here in the Valley of Heart's Delight, or wherever we are from, our agricultural roots run deep. We are honoring the skills and knowledge of the past by bringing them into the future as we build the world we want to live in for ourselves and our children.
Veggielution is a nonprofit community farm seeking to create a sustainable food system in San Jose. We currently farm 2.5 acres at Emma Prusch Park in East San Jose. Our volunteer workdays, youth programs, low-cost Farmstand, and free workshops give people a chance to get their hands dirty growing veggies, and learn the importance of eating healthy food and knowing where it came from.
About the Chef: Jess Krause
Jess was born into the kitchen. Her father and grandfather were both cooks, and she fell in love with the craft at an early age. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Jess loves to bring out the beauty and simplicity of food in her cooking. She has worked in Cleveland, Aspen, and locally as the Pastry Chef at Restaurant James Randall in Los Gatos. She is currently in charge of the charcuterie program at Alexander’s Steak House in Cupertino.
Jess prides herself on using local and sustainable ingredients in her cooking, which is what drew her to working with Veggielution. “The freshest ingredients always taste best, but knowing and respecting where the food came from is that extra spark,” she says.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Nothing Bundt Cakes Contest is LIVE!
Alright guys, up for grabs is a gift card for FREE CAKE FOR A YEAR! This comes courtesy of the new Nothing Bundt Cakes in Willow Glen at 1702 Meridian Avenue. Each month for 12 months, the winner will receive a surprise ranging from a dozen Bundtinis, Bundtlets, or a traditional 8-10 inch bundt cake! This is the sweetest contest prize we've ever had (I need to stop doing that).
To participate, email the best story you have involving a cake to josh@thesanjoseblog.com! Extra bonus if it's a bundt cake. Double extra bonus if you have a photo that goes with the story.
There is no length requirement for the story, it could be a sentence or several paragraphs. The winner will be judged on the entertainment value of the story. The contest is open ALL day today! This weekend we'll announce who the winner is and post some of the best stories. Have fun and good luck!
"Fine Print" - To participate you must be at least 18 years old, not affiliated with the San Jose blog, and have an address in the Bay Area. Gift Card is only valid in the Willow Glen location of Nothing Bundt Cakes and the cakes must be picked up in person.
To participate, email the best story you have involving a cake to josh@thesanjoseblog.com! Extra bonus if it's a bundt cake. Double extra bonus if you have a photo that goes with the story.
There is no length requirement for the story, it could be a sentence or several paragraphs. The winner will be judged on the entertainment value of the story. The contest is open ALL day today! This weekend we'll announce who the winner is and post some of the best stories. Have fun and good luck!
"Fine Print" - To participate you must be at least 18 years old, not affiliated with the San Jose blog, and have an address in the Bay Area. Gift Card is only valid in the Willow Glen location of Nothing Bundt Cakes and the cakes must be picked up in person.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Nothing Bundt Cakes Contest!
Tomorrow we'll be hosting our latest contest courtesy of the brand new Nothing Bundt Cakes in Willow Glen (1702 Meridian Ave)! We have had a lot of great prizes in the past, but this one takes the cake--yes, I had to say it.
The winner will receive a gift card good for FREE CAKE FOR A YEAR.
More specifically, the winner will receive a free cake each month for a 12 month period. The best part is that the prize will vary from month to month. One month it might be a traditional 8-10 inch bundt cake, the next month could be a Bundtlet, and the next might even be a dozen Bundtinis. Each month will be a different surprise!
The contest will start Wednesday at 1pm and will be open all day. The winner will be announced over the weekend. Best of luck and please visit Nothing Bundt Cakes to thank them for doing this great promotion! =)
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