Spotlight on Summer Festivities
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June 8 - Dia de Portugal Festival
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Enjoy a day of entertainment, savor a variety of Portuguese foods, and watch a traditional Portuguese parade!
With a wine garden, children's carnival, art exhibit, live music, and more, there is something for everyone to celebrate!
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Announcing the Special Honoree at Valley of Heart's Delight
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Alida J. Bray, President &CEO of History San José
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Saturday 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at History Park
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Please join us in saying goodbye to our 2019 Special Honoree Alida Bray after 21 years at History San José; and welcome the Museum's new President & CEO: William Schroh, Jr.
Experience another fabulous summer evening in History Park dancing to the retro sounds of the
Houserockers
, and enjoying savory BBQ by
Catered Too!
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Restore the Historic OSH Sign!
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When Orchard Supply Hardware closed last fall, community members immediately and overwhelmingly expressed interest in preserving and finding a home for the large 1950s OSH neon sign which had been installed on San Carlos Street. Through the efforts of many, the sign was delivered to the History San José warehouse earlier this year.
The plan is to have the sign professionally restored by Arrow Sign of Hayward and installed adjacent the OSH boxcar in History Park. The location parallel to Senter Road will allow both those inside the Park and those outside driving by a great view! We will be raising funds for this
Fund-A-Need
project at our
Valley of Hearts Delight
event on June 22. Please join us!
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Flicks and Grooves: A Summertime Film & Music Series at History Park
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June 14 - The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou
A nod to Jacques-Yves Cousteau, the oceanographer and adventurer, Wes Anderson's was inspired to make this film celebrating one of his childhood heroes.
Join us on a warm Friday evening for an under-sea romance starring Bill Murray, Anjelica Houston, and Jeff Goldblum!
June 28 - Steely Nash / Q&A
Texas-born
Steely Nash
put her powerful voice to use on electro-tinged soul jams where 60's girl group harmonies abound"
-Metro
Quynh-Mai Nguyen and Alice Chen join forces as
Q&A to enchant and captivate with their soulful harmonies. Sit back and hear the lullings of acoustic guitar pickings, harmonica, and percussion.
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Gates: 7 p.m.
Program: 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
General Admission: $5
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News from Our Cultural Partners
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Poetry Center San José presents
Poetry Book Club with Darrell Dela Cruz
Let's relax and talk about poetry. This group focuses on the discussion of poetry collections or poetry magazines. Most of the selection will come from upcoming events sponsored by PCSJ, or any poetry events in the South Bay.
We'll be discussing our thoughts on the collection or magazines as a whole, and individual poems. Everyone is welcome to participate. Coffee, tea, and cookies will be available.
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June 9
Sunday 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Poetry Center / Markham House at History Park

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Bay Area Glass Institute welcomes visiting artist, Claire Kelly
The artist will offer classes, demonstrations, and an exhibition of her work.
My work examines the connections we have with animals and their larger relationship to our world and environment. The result is a series of fantastic microcosms that bring a consciousness to their decorative status.
-Claire Kelly
- June 12-16: 5 Day Class
- June 14: Demonstration & Exhibition
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Schmahl Science Workshops:
Lab Research Science Camp 2019
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Middle School and High School
Students Grades 6-10 engage in curiosity, imagination and creativity! They will experience a fun, hands-on approach as they work with our experienced mentors, talented scientists and engineers.
Dates:
- June 17 - 21
- July 8 - 12
- July 29 - August 2
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Bay Area Glass Institute:
2019 Youth Glass Camp
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Children Ages 8-16 can enjoy summer youth classes through all of July in the BAGI studios; Fusing Arts, Jewelry, Flameworking, and Glassblowing.
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History Park Events - Save the Date!
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July 4 - HSJ Members' 4th of July Picnic & BBQ
Thursday 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Celebrate the end of WWII as it was in 1945, with a swing dance party and a festival!
Friday 7 p.m. -10 p.m.
Saturday 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
August 24- 25 - Italian Family Festa
Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Now taking Maker applications! Sign up online!
Sunday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
September 22 - Antique Autos in History Park
Sunday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Breaking the Mold:
San José's Oldest Foundry
Photographs by Philip Krayna
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Arbuckle Gallery at History Park
12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday
Through July 21
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A Collector's Passion:
100 Years of Paintings Inspired by the McKay Collection
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Buffalo Crossing
(1914), painting by Astley David Middleton Cooper (1856-1924)
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Leonard & David McKay Gallery
12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Weekends
Through December 15, 2019
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July 4 - Members' Annual 4th of July BBQ
Thursday 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
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Looking for a sweet retreat to watch the fireworks with your family and friends?
Every year, History San José members enjoy a home style barbecue at History Park.
Visit the Membership page now to sign up and get the benefits that all of our members enjoy throughout the year!
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History Park
635 Phelan Ave, San José, 95112
12 p.m. - 5 p.m. weekdays; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. weekends
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily, beginning June 17
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Pasetta House, G&A's Gift Shop, and O'Brien's Ice Cream Parlor
12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Weekends only
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Arbuckle Gallery at the Pacific Hotel
12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday
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Support History San José

Individuals and businesses support History San José’s mission by becoming Members, giving the gift of Membership, making a tribute gift, contributing to our Annual Fund or supporting a special project.
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