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Kids

Wednesdays - Joyce Ellington Library:  Bilingual family story time - Bring the family to a fun and interactive story time and listen to classic stories as well as new ones.   6:30 pm.   491 E. Empire St.  Free, 808-3043 or www.sjlibrary.org

Thursday - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library presents "Studio 150" - Join the King Library Children's Room for exciting art activities every Thursday. Children, teens and their families are welcome.   4-5 pm.  150 E. San Fernando St. Children's Room, First Floor.  Free, 808-2183 or www.sjlibrary.org

Friday - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library presents Friday Fun - Join the King Library every Friday for fun activities for children and their families.  4- 5 pm.  150 E. San Fernando St., Exploration Room, Mezzanine.  Free, 808-2183 or www.sjlibrary.org

Saturday - Ballet San Jose an Introduction to Ballet - An informative and entertaining program for children which show the "Making of a Dancer" and the "Creation of a Performance."  Includes scenes from "Swan Lake" and "The Toreador" 1:30 pm. Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd.  $16-$47, 288-2800 or www.balletsanjose.org

Saturday and Nov. 29 - "Br'er Rabbit Stories" with Jerry Falek - Falek will need children's help to tell two charming Gullah stories, "Br'er Rabbit and the Frogs" and "Br'er Rabbit and the Mosquitoes."  1 pm and 2:30 pm.  Children's Discovery Museum, 180 Woz Way.  Free with admission, 298-5437 or www.cdm.org

Fridays - Joyce Ellington Library: Wii Tournaments - Children are invited to play Wii games such as "Supersmash Bros Brawl" on a big screen. 4 pm.   491 E. Empire St.  Free, 808-3043 or www.sjlibrary.org

Tuesdays - Joyce Ellington Library: Chess Class - Learn Chess strategies and tactics on how to play Chess and then challenge others.  Ages 5 and up.  6 pm.   491 E. Empire St.  Free, 808-3043 or www.sjlibrary.org

Sports

Thursday - "Fight Night at the Tank" tickets reduced to $15 - Here's your chance to see live boxing at knock down prices.  Based on our relationship with HP Pavilion we can offer this special deal. 

American Metal & Iron Fight Night at the Tank

November 20 - 7:30 PM - HP Pavilion

Featuring Bobby Pacquiao and five other bouts!

For details, visit www.fightnightatthetank.com

San Jose Downtown Association Special Offer

See it for only $15!  That's a savings of 75% (tickets regularly $60 each)!

For tickets, click the following link and use the following password: SJBOX

www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C00405AB7388B30?artistid=829814&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=33?camefrom=CFC_HPPAVILION_SJDA

Friday - Strikeforce: Destruction - Kickboxing and mixed martial arts.  Strikeforce light-heavyweight title fight: Bobby Southworth vs. Renato "Babalu" Sobral.  7:30 pm.  HP Pavilion, 525 W. Santa Clara St.  $30-$252, www.strikeforce.com or www.ticketmaster.com

Friday - San Jose State Football - SJSU hosts Fresno State.  6:30 pm.  Spartan Stadium, 1257 S. Tenth St.  $10-$50, 924-7589 or www.sjsuspartans.com

Saturday and Nov.26 - San Jose Sharks hockey - Sat: Sharks host Washington.  Nov. 26: Sharks host Chicago.  7:30 pm.  HP Pavilion, 525 W. Santa Clara St.  $20-$175, www.ticketmaster.com or www.sjsharks.com

Tuesday - Sharks Defenseman Brad Lukowich to appear at Sharks Store - Shark fans can meet Sharks defenseman Brad Lukowich and bring in their memorabilia to have it signed.  4:30-6 pm. 525 W. Santa Clara St.  Free, www.sjsharks.com

Classes, conferences, meetings and workshops

Classesat the San Jose Entrepreneur Center 
84 W. Santa Clara St., Suite 100.  acteva.com/go/ecenter 

Thursday - Small Business Resources Available at the San Jose Public Library - Learn  how to find small business resources using electronic databases and other library resources. 10 am-noon.  Free

Monday - Successful Email Marketing Campaigns - This workshop will discuss what makes a successful marketing e-mail campaign and the technology tools required to execute that campaign.  6-8 pm.  $25-$30

Otherclasses, workshops, conference 

Wednesday - Pri-Med Updates - An event designed for primary care practitioners, Pri-Med Updates offer category one credits towards the AMA Physicians Recognition Award, free of charge.  6:30 am.  McEnery Convention Center, 150 W. San Carlos St.  www.pri-med.com

Wednesday - Loan Application - Brought to you by the Black Chamber of Commerce.  10 am-noon.  1290 Parkmoor Ave.  Third floor.  866-299-8173 or www.blackchamber.com

Thursday - Save Some Green While Going Green - Learn about the free tools and resources available, simple waste reduction tips any business can implement and learn about future changes coming to commercial recycling in San Jose.  11:30 am-1:30 pm.  Chamber Office, 310 S. First St.  www.sjchamber.com 

Thursday - San Jose Downtown Residents Association: Evening Social - Mingle with downtown residents and enjoy complementary Mimosas and 20 percent off menu prices.  7-8:30 pm.  Chic Chateau, 96 S. Third St.  Free, 794-0153 or www.sjpeople.org

Saturday - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library presents "Becoming a Master of Living Energy Intensive" - You will learn and practice healing practices that we can heal ourselves, others, communities, the earth and beyond, experience a 'calling your spirit ceremony.'   Registration required.  10 am-6 pm.  150 E. San Fernando St. Rooms 225/229, Second Floor.  Free, 924-3007 or www.sjlibrary.org

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Literature/Art

Daily through January 4, 2009 - The Tech Museum of Innovation presents "Leonardo: 500 Years into the Future" - This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the world premier and the only U.S. showing of one of the largest exhibits of works by legendary artist, innovator, scientist and engineer Leonardo da Vinci and other Renaissance engineers.  10 am-5 pm.  201 S. Market St.  $15-$25, 294-8324 or www.thetech.org

Wed-Sun, Tues through March 22, 2009 - The San Jose Museum of Art presents "Frida Kahlo: Portraits of an Icon" - Stop by the SJ Museum of Art to see an exhibition that highlights the life and art of Frida Kahlo through approximately fifty photographic portraits of the sought out Mexican artists. Plus, get a glimpse of revealing photographs taken by friends and family that chronicle Kahlo's artistic career until her death in 1954.  11 am-5 pm.  110 S. Market St. $5-$8, 271-6840 or www.sjmusart.org

Wednesday - New artwork at The 88 - Artist Jim Conti will exhibit his artwork at luxurious high rise residences of The 88.  5 pm.  S. Second and San Fernando Streets.  www.the88sj.com

Thursday - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library presents "Cannery Row: A Celebration and Exploration" - Three Steinbeck experts will explore the novel and place of Cannery Row.   Noon-3:30 pm.  150 E. San Fernando St. Center for Steinbeck Studies, Fifth Floor.  Free, 808-2067 or www.sjlibrary.org

Friday - Breakthrough: Strategies for Artistic Growth - A hands-on creative thinking workshop with Mary Zicafoose.  Advance ticket purchase is required.  10 am-5 pm.  San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, 520 S. First St.  $80-$95, 971-0323 or www.sjquiltmuseum.org

Saturday -Threads of Wisdom: The Artful Approach of Four Fiber Artists - Join this spirited conversation with the four artists followed by a question and answer session.  1:30-3:30 pm.  San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, 520 S. First St.  $10-$15, 971-0323 or www.sjquiltmuseum.org

Dec. 5 - San Jose Public Art Program presents the "2008 Public Art Bus Tours" - Tour selected public art projects in San Jose in conjunction with the monthly "First Fridays."  Seats are limited.  Nov.7: South/West Areas of San Jose.  Dec.5: South/East areas of San Jose.  1-5:30 pm.  Free, reserve your seat by sending an e-mail to publicart@sanjoseca.gov with "Public Art Tour" in the subject line also include your name, phone and which tour you wish to join or if you would like to attend both include which is your first choice and second choice.

Museums andgalleries

Anno Domini // the second comingof art and design - ThroughNov.  22 "Temporary Residence,"by Know Hope.    Opens Nov.7 throughNov. 22:  "The Season in Hell" by MaxwellHolyoke Hirsh.  Open Noon-8 pm. Tues-Sat.  366 S. First St. 271-5151. galleryAD.com

Art Object Gallery - Through Nov. 12 "Current Events" paintings by LuisGuiterrez and "Pictures in my Head" by Mark Bryan.  Open 1-4 pm.  Thur-Saturday.  592 N. Fifth St. artobjectgallery.com

Children's Discovery Museum- Ongoing: The museum hosts avariety of ongoing, hands-on exhibits for kids. Through Jan.11:  "Alice's Wonderland."Other exhibits "Tales from the Landof Gullah" and openingJune 21 "Top Secret: Mission Toy".  Open 10 am to 5 pm Tues-Satand noon-5 Sun. $7-$8. 180 Woz Way. 298-5437. cdm.org

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Library- Summer Hours: 8 am-10 pm,Mon-Thurs; 8 am-6 pm, Friday; and 9 am-6 pm, Saturday; and 1-7 pm,Sunday.  Ongoing: Displays of original Beethoven manuscripts, firsteditions, a lock of the composer's hair, art and demonstrations of historicalkeyboards.  150 E. SanFernando St.  808-2000 or sjlibrary.org

Green Rice Gallery - Open Mon-Fri, 10 am-5 pm and Saturday, 1-4 pm. 300 S. First St. #310.  455-0175 or greenricegallery.com

History San Jose - Through March 1: "She Made IT!" TheTradition of Women's Arts and Crafts in Santa Clara Valley." History Park, 1650 Senter Road.  287-2290 or historysanjose.org

KALEID gallery - Opens Nov. 7 through Nov. 28.  Featured artists: sculptor Victoria Vaz andpainter Robin Wagar.  Open Tues-Fri: Noon-7 pm and Sat: Noon-5 pm.  88 S. Fourth St. 271-5151 or KALEIDgallery.com

MACLA -  Open noon-7 pm Wed-Thurs.  Noon-5 pmFri-Sat  Free  510 S. FirstSt. 998-2783  maclaarte.org

Natalie and James ThompsonArt Gallery- Open 11 am-4 pm and 6-7:30pm, Tues and 11 am-4 pm, Wed-Fri.  Art Building, San Jose StateUniversity, 1 Washington Square. 924-4328.

Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum -Ongoing Egyptian historical artifacts and displays.  Open 10 am-5 pmMonday-Friday.11 am-6 pm Saturday-Sunday.  $9, $7 seniors/students, $5ages 5-10, free for ages 4 and younger. 1342 Naglee Ave. 947-3636 egyptianmuseum.org

SanJose City Hall - Ongoing: "San Jose:Generations of Innovations and Diversity" and "In Full View: Historic andContemporary Panoramas."   Through March27: "Speed City: From Civil Rights to Black Power." 200 E. Santa Clara St.  Free,535-8168.

San Jose Institute ofContemporary Art - Opens Nov. 8through Jan. 17: "The Figure in Relief " by Manuel Neri.  Opens Nov. 8through Jan. 10: "The Painted Room" by Chris Doroz.  Open 10 am-5 pm,Tues, Wed, and Fri; 10 am-8 pm, Thurs and Noon-5 pm, Sat.  560 S. First St. Free, 283-8155 or sjica.org

San Jose Museum of Art - Through January 25: Road Trip."  Through March 22:"Untitled from Visions of Frisco" by Wilfried Satty.  ThroughJan. 4: " James Grashow: The Great Monkey Project."  Through March 22: "Frida Kahlo: Portraits ofan Icon."  Through Jan. 4: MarkHarrington.  Open 11 am-5 pm Tues-Sun. 110 S. Market St.  $8. 271-6840. sjmusart.org

San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles - Opens Nov. 18 through Jan. 25: "Visible Presence:Polly Barton," "By Chance/By Design: Mary Anne Jordan," "Variations 2: EleanorMcCain," "Wrapped/Unwrapped Ikat Tapestries: Mary Zicafoose."   Opens Feb. 3 through April 26: "ChangingLandscapes: Contemporary Chinese Fiber Art." Open 10 am-5 pm Tuesday-Sunday (open from 8-11 pm on the first Friday ofevery month).  520 S. FirstSt.  $5-$6.50.  Every first Friday ofthe month is free.  971-0323.  sjquiltmuseum.org

Space 47 - Opens Nov. 7: Binta Ayofemi.  Open Noon-4 pm Wednesday-Saturday or byappointment.  47 E. WilliamSt.  Free.  505-1974 or space47.org

Tech Museum of Innovation - Through Jan 4: Leonardo da Vinci and the RenaissanceEngineers." Open daily 9 am-9 pm.  201 S Market St.  Pricing forregular galleries and one IMAX film is $8 all ages.  Add an additionalIMAX film for only $4.  294-8324 or thetech.org

Works/San Jose -   Open noon-4 pm Tuesday-Saturday (to 7 pmThursday), 451 S. First St. 295-8378 or workssanjose.org

Dancing Downtown

Agenda – Diversity - live music and DJ's on Thursday; Also Planet Reggae with DJ Nappy and Jimmy K on Sunday. 399 S. First St. 287-3991. agendalounge.com.

Azucar – Eclectic Latin American dining. Enjoy asignature infusion Mojito or dine on creatively prepared grilled meats,fresh fish, or pastas. Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11 am-3 pm. Dinner:Monday-Saturday, 5-midnight. 71 San Fernando. 293-1121. azucarsj.com

The Blank Club – When there’s not live music, try – Wednesday:The Rubber Room with Andy Average. Thursday: Fascination with DJ DavidQ, playing '80s new wave, synthpop, new romantic and goth (free before10 p.m.). DJ Jeff Jagged plays on Friday. Sunday: punk. Monday:karaoke. 9 p.m. 971-8511. theblankclub.com.

Britannia Arms – DJs Tuesday-Saturday and live music Wed 173 W. Santa Clara St. Free. 278-1400. britanniaarms.com.

Capers Loft Bar and Bistro – DJ and dancing after 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and live jazz on thursday evening 90 S. Second St.  loftbarandbistro.com

Dive bar – This bar includes a full bar, lounge, music and billiards. Open 7 days a week from noon to 2 a.m. 78 E. Santa Clara 288-5252 sjdivebar.com.

Elixir Ultra Lounge – Ultra jazz plays in the background of this lounge, inside South First Billiards. No cover. 420 S. First St. 408-294-7800 sofapool.com.

Fahrenheit Ultralounge – Fahrenheit Ultra Lounge &Restaurant - Tues - Social Industry & Downtown Residents MixerNight, Wed - Live Music, Thur. DJ's & Dancing, Fri. & Sat.Various events DJ's & Dancing. No Cover. 99 E San Fernando St.998-9998. fultralounge.com

Habana Club Restaurant – Live music 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.Friday and Saturday with Trio Navegantes. Live salsa 7:30 p.m.-9:30p.m. every first and third Wednesday of the month with Mambo Tropical.238 Race St. 998-CUBA (2822) 998cuba.com.

HuntersNightclub - 349 S. First St.  947-1975 or huntersnightclubs.com

Island Grill – Karaoke on Tuesday, live music Wednesdayand Thursday; Jerry Sauceda on Friday and a mix of live and DJ music onSaturday. Island Grill and Bamboo Lounge, 1355 N. Fourth St. Free. 392-2468. theislandgrill.com.

Johnny V’s – Open every night, Johnny V’s plays deep house musicMonday, house music Tuesday, drum and bass Wednesday, disco, funk andelectro Thursday, more house music Friday and Saturday, and reggaeSunday. 31 E. Santa Clara St. 947-8470. johnnyvsbar.com.

LidoNightclub -30 S. First St.  298-4318 or lidoclub.net 

MiamiBeach Club - 417 S. First St.  242-9621 or www.yourmiamibeachclub.com

Mission Ale House – DJ Ice Tuesday and Thursday; live music onWednesday; DJ Carlos Diaz plays alternative, top 40 and R&B Friday;and Saturday retro lounge features stylish house and retro soul music.9 p.m. 97 E. Santa Clara St. No cover. 292-4058. missionalehouse.com.

MotifRestaurant and Club - 389 S. First St.  279-1888 or motiflounge.com

SaborTapas Bar and Lounge - 72 N. Almaden Ave.  287-1737

San Jose Bar and Grill – Sunday night DJ dancing. 85 S. Second St. 286-2397.

Smoke Tiki Lounge – 152 Post St. 292-4266. smoketiki.com

SplashBar and Grill - 65 Post St. 993-0861 or splashsj.com 

Temple Bar and Lounge – Jazz bands and DJs Friday and Saturday. DJ spins on Thursday, too. 52 S. First St. 288-8518.

Toon’s – Rockin’ bands and funky jams seven nights a week. No cover weeknights. 52 E. Santa Clara St. 292-7464. toonsnightclub.com

Vault – Silicon Valley's premier ultra lounge. 81 W. Santa Clara St. 298-1112 vaultultralounge.com.

Vivid – Every Friday and Saturday - Check out the newestclub in downtown Studio 8 with VIP Mezzanie's ultra lounge, poledancing, catwalk dance floor and multiple states. Doors open at 9 p.m.Dress code strictly enforced. 21+ 8 S. First St. 279-4444

Voodoo Lounge – DJ dancing on Wednesday-Saturday; 14 S. Second St. 286-8636. voodooloungesj.com 

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Downtown Dining / Entertainment / Business promotions

Daily - Start to organize your holiday event downtown - Celebrate your holiday party at MACLA (tommy@maclaarte.org) or The SJ Museum of Art.  Downtown is full of restaurants, hotels, nightclubs and other venues that can accommodate a holiday party for just about any size.  Visit www.sjdowntown.com business directory for a complete list of participating venues   

Daily - Celebrate the holidays at the SJ Museum of Art - Host your special occasion with the museum in an unforgettable setting for company parties and social gatherings.  Museum staff will help you plan your entire event and give you the attention you deserve. 110 S. Market St.  291-5376 or www.sjmusart.org

Daily through May 4, 2009 - Opera San Jose 2008-09 Season Tickets - The season includes "The Elixir of Love," "Così fan tutte," and "Carmen."  All performances start at 8 pm; except Sunday matinees at 3 pm.  California Theatre, 345 S. First St.  Season subscriptions $232-$320; Single tickets $68-$90.  437-4450 or www.operasj.org

Daily - Discounted movies at Camera Cinemas - Get 10 movies for $60 with a Camera Cinemas Discount Card. Good for any film, any day of the week.  Available at www.cameracinemas.com or at any Camera Cinemas box office location. Camera 12 is at the corner of Paseo de San Antonio and S. Second St.  Camera 3 is at 288 S. Second St. 

Daily through November 27 - Fairmont San Jose Coins New Campaign - The Fairmont is collecting foreign currency and spare change to benefit the "Courageous Kids of American Cancer Society."  Money raised will be presented to Courageous Kids on November 27 as a Thanksgiving Day gift.   172 S. Market St.  www.courageouskids.org 

Wednesday-Friday and Monday-Tuesday - New Happy Hour Menu at The Grill on the Alley - The menu features new drink and appetizer specials, including well drinks, wine by-the-glass and beer.  5-7 pm. 172 S. Market St. 294-2244 or www.thegrill.com

Wednesday-Friday and Monday-Tuesday - New Happy Hour menu at Capers Loft Bar and Bistro - The new menu features $4.50: draft beers, glass of house white or red wines, well drinks and $5 : full orders of appetizers, salads, and sandwiches. 3-7 pm.  90 S. Second St.  291-0677 or www.loftbarandbistro.com

Wednesday - Specials at Koji Sake Lounge - Join Koji on Wednesday during "Explore the Art of Sake" and get half-off the special sake of the night.  This week's special: Masumi Okuden Kantsukuri (Mirror of Truth) - Easy and smooth with waves of flavors.  48 S. First St.  287-7199 or www.kojisakelounge.com  

Thursday - Tania's Tastings at A Perfect Finish - Features a new wine, appellation or spirit, which will be available for significant discounts on tastings and purchases for that day and the following week.  This week: Develishly Delicious Vinos for Halloween.  8-10 pm. 55 S. First St.  288-6000 or www.apfwinebar.com    

Volunteers needed

Wednesday, Saturday and Dec. 4 - Our City Forest presents "Tree Amigo Course" - Become a tree planting volunteer with Our City Forrest.  Participate in a free course and learn how to coordinate tree planting, conduct demonstrations, coach volunteers and provide basic tree care.  5:30-8:30 pm Wed; 9am-noon Sat. 151 W. Mission St.  Free, 998-7337 or www.ourcityforest.org

Ballet San Jose - Ballet San Jose needs volunteer to help decorate theCenter for the Performing Arts for their annual production of "TheNutcracker."  Hang garland, decorate Christmas Trees and earn a freeticket to the show.  Set up day isTuesday, Dec 9.  Strike day is Sunday, Dec 28.  For moreinformation call Deborah at 288-2820 x 213.

Guadalupe RiverPark - Volunteers needed to help clean and organize thegardens/parks, as well as lead educational activities.  San Carlos St. and Woz Way.  For more information call298-7657 or visit www.grpg.org

MACLA - Volunteers needed to work openings,office assistance and to help prepare the gallery for exhibitions.  Ifinterested call 998-2808 or e-mail info@maclaarte.org

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Coming Up

Nov. 27 -Thanksgiving "Turkey Trot" - The Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot is a 5k and 10k race/walk that benefits local charities who help families in need.  Over 6,000 participated in 2007 raising over $200,000.  7:30 am.  Discovery Meadow, Woz Way at San Carlos St. $30-$40, http://svturkeytrot.com

Nov. 28 - City Tree Lighting Ceremony, Downtown Ice and Winter Wonderland opening ceremonies - Thousands of people of all ages enjoy San Jose's traditional Tree Lighting ceremony as it quickly initiates the Christmas holiday and Christmas in the Park.  5:30 pm. Plaza de Cesar Chavez, S. Market St.  Free, 995-6635 or www.chritmasinthepark.com

Nov. 28-Jan.1 - Christmas in the Park - A holiday display for everyone to enjoy attracting 450,000 people to downtown San Jose during the holiday season.  9 am-Midnight.   Plaza de Cesar Chavez between San Carlos and San Fernando Streets.   Free, www.christmasinthepark.com

Nov. 28-30 - Harvest Festival Original Art and Craft Show - Three days of fun, food, entertainment and one of a kind handmade arts and crafts.  9 am-6 pm Fri; 10 am-6 pm Sat; 10 am-5 pm Sun.  McEnery Convention Center, 408 S. Almaden Blvd.  $4-$9, 415-447-3205 or www.harvestfestival.com

Nov. 29 - Magic Show at Christmas in the Park - Magician Pete G presents a live interactive magic show.  3 pm.  170 S. Market St. Free, www.petegmagic.com

Nov. 29 - San Jose's Birthday Celebration - Celebrate San Jose's 231st birthday with a ceremony, food drive to benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank and guided tours of the Fallon House and Peralta Adobe.  Plus, enjoy a tasty piece of Birthday cake from Bijan Bakery.  Noon-5 pm.  184 W. St John St.  www.historysanjose.org

Nov. 30 - Live Nation presents "Cheech and Chong: Light Up America" - The iconic comedy duo Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong aka "Cheech and Chong" present hilariously irreverent comedy routines. 7:30 pm.  Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd. $39.50-$59.50, www.ticketmaster.com

HP Pavilion

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Nov. 28 - Vicente Fernandez.  8 pm.  $55.50-$200 

Dec. 3 - Celtic Thunder.  8 pm.  $37.50-$57.50 

Dec. 17 - Sarah Brightman.  8 pm.  $49.50-$250

Dec. 19 - Dancing with the Stars.  7:30 pm.  $52.50-$168

Dec. 26-30 - Walking with Dinosaurs.  Various times.  $36-$72

Jan. 16-17 - Harlem Globetrotters.  Various times.  $18.50-$160

Jan. 30 - Smucker's Stars on Ice.  7:30 pm.  $25-$120

Feb. 20 - Celine Dion.  8 pm.  $49.50-$185

Feb. 25-28 and Mar. 1 - Disney's High School Musical on Ice.  Various times.  $16-$65

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Parking / Traffic / SJ Mineta Airport

Parking - Parking in San Joseis easy.  For prices, availability,directions and more, www.sjdowntownparking.com

Mineta San Jose International Airport Construction - Over the next several months therewill be frequent adjustments to airport roadways and curbsides because ofconstruction near Terminal C, view a complete update at www.sjc.org/improvement/updates.html 
  
Plenty of parking in Terminal A garage - Drivers parking for a day ormore should use this garage and take the blue shuttle bus to Terminal C. The Terminal A garage is an easy alternative when parking lots may fillduring mid-week peaks. 
  
Terminal C - Checkpoints now consolidated for reduced lines andwaiting times, the new set up is viewable here www.sjc.org/inside/termc.pdf .  New hourly parking lot now open, generally for those who arepicking up and dropping off passengers.  Entrance to the new lot is fromAirport BLVD south of Terminal C, view a map here www.sjc.org/travelers/overview_map_1207.pdf 
  
Terminal A Roadwork - The northern overcrossing between Terminal A andTerminal C, which  goes over the TerminalB is now open.  Traffic using the newbridge will be able to directly exit the airport via Airport Parkway to Highway 101.

The south exit plaza from the Terminal A Garage will take youdirectly to the new bridge, and therefore you'll leave the airport viaAirport Parkway. 

Relocationof VTA bus stop at Terminal C - The VTA AirportFlyer (Route #10) will stop at the south end of the Terminal A Departures curb,as well as in front of Terminal C.

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