Alaskan Airlines Adds Salt Lake Route at SJC

Starting on June 9th, 2014, San Jose International will be getting a new nonstop service to Salt Lake City by Alaskan Airlines. Currently, only Delta offers a nonstop to Salt Lake from SJC. The new offering will give travelers more options and competition does a pretty good job at keeping prices low. Now if only we could get a new international flight or two.

Source: SVBJ

Thre Great Flood of March 7th, 1911

Check out yet another short history lesson below from our friends at WMS Media. This video showcases a flood that turned San Fernando Street into what looks like a river. I also love the plug for Orchestria Palm Court, one of the coolest restaurants in the Bay Area.


The Great Flood of March 7, 1911 - San Jose from WMS media Inc. on Vimeo.

Silicon Valley (Santa Clara and San Jose) Hosting WrestleMania 31 in 2015

Levi's Stadium has landed yet another huge event, and San Jose will be one of the key benefactors. WrestleMania is from what I understand like the Super Bowl of wrestling events. The last one completely sold out the MetLife Stadium in New York (2nd photo below), generated $100 million in economic impact for the host area, and over one million people purchased it on pay-per-view. While I was not one of those people, I greatly appreciate the fact that the new stadium is bringing WrestelMania 31 to the area in 2015.

How exactly will San Jose benefit? WrestleMania Axxess--a four day interactive fan festival--will take place at the San Jose Convention Center. The 2015 WWE Hall of Fame Induction will be at the SAP Center, as will the Monday Night Raw event. Other parties and events will likely also be held in the Downtown San Jose area, which make perfect sense given it's just a quick Lightrail or Amtrak ride away. Visitors will most likely be flying in via San Jose International and I bet quite a few extra hotel rooms will be booked Downtown or along North First specifically for this event.

WrestleMania 31 goes down on Sunday, March 29, 2015. I hope we'll see many more big events like this at the Stadium where there is a direct positive impact to San Jose.

Source: Levi's Stadium News

Skyy Vodka is Bottled in San Jose?

Someone mentioned to me a while back that they thought Skyy was manufactured in San Jose. I finally made it over to their Wiki page, and it looks like this is true! Production and bottling for Skyy Vodka is handled by Frank-Lin Distillers in San Jose. Ethanol is delivered using the railroad system, then the ethanol is mixed with filtered and deionized water and flavoring is added (for certain Vodkas).

Now you know that when you order a martini or mixed drink, if you pick Skyy vodka you are benefiting a San Jose company and the local economy. Speaking of which, I have a whole Google Doc filled with local companies that can help you prioritize your holiday shopping selections. You can access it right over here.

Source: Wiki

I Am History San Jose Video

Saturday Stats: Homes Selling Fastest in San Jose

Home listings in San Jose have been on fire lately. 49% of October listings were in contract within two weeks (essentially the homes are sold barring any unforeseen circumstances). This compares to 41% in San Francisco. The average for all the metros that Redfin tracks is 28%.

Source: SocketSite

TiVo Santa Run Tomorrow

The Santa Run is a family-friendly 5K run/walk in Downtown San Jose. Participants are encouraged to dress up and there will be discounts for costumed individuals at the Downtown Ice skating rink.The festivities begin tomorrow at 1pm near Christmas in the Park. The race itself starts at 3pm. For more information, check out the Santa Run website over here.

Content Magazine Turns 2 - Throwing Epic Party for Subscribers

The highest quality publication of all time documenting San Jose culture is turning two years old, and they are celebrating in a big way. We are talking Gordon Biersch beer served from an igloo, snow, a holiday potluck, and live music. Each subscriber and their +1 gets two free drink. How many magazines do you know that do stuff like this for their readers?

The party takes place next Tuesday at Method 42 (800 W. San Carlos, Building B). It's not too late to get in on the fun. You can learn more about Content or become a print subscriber right over here!

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It's PICK UP PARTY Time!   In the most epic Pick Up Party yet, we'll be celebrating our TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY in total funky style at Method 42's prop fabrication warehouse. Music from a life sized doll house, cold, Gordon Biersch beer served from an igloo and SNOW! Print Subscribers, Contributors and Featured Personalities (and their +1) are invited to enjoy two free drinks, and a night of connecting and picking up the latest issue of Content Magazine.  But wait! There's more!  Since this issue is focused on "FEAST" we felt there's no better way to celebrate than having one ourselves. And, since Content believes strength is found in community, we're doing it potluck style.  Here's how it's going to work: Bring a dish that represents your holiday season. Bring enough to serve 10. (Main dish, side, dessert)  Sign up to bring that dish on our online form. And, if you'd like to also be included in our special "Content Magazine Family Cookbook"--submit your recipe as well. We'll assemble all the recipes and make a digital version available in January.   Stop on by. Meet new people. Learn new reasons to love your city.  RSVP (Facebook) //RSVP(email) Subscribers. Featured. Contributors. Method42 800 W. San Carlos Street, Building B San Jose, CA 95126