Pear Theatre Opens its New Season with 'The Walls of Jericho'
A world-premiere adaptation of a classic romantic comedy. Read More
A world-premiere adaptation of a classic romantic comedy. Read More
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Every Tuesday night in the intimate Caffe Frascati, local performers are encouraged to participate in Open Mic Night. Musical styles of all kinds are welcome, from soulful blues to high-energy rock to catchy pop.
The weekly Rhythm + Wine party is held every Wednesday and features live music, dancing and $20 bottles of vino.
The San Jose bred Doobie Brothers are in their fifth decade of commercializing a sound that is rooted in the blues and American roots music. In the 1970s, their albums routinely went platinum.
South First Fridays is an ecletic evening of arts a culture in downtown San Jose's SoFA district every first friday of the month, excluding January and July.
Come celebrate San Jose's Enjoi Skateboards' 15 years or ruling the industry.
Win tickets to Danzig's Blackest of the Black Tour at the City National Civic on October 29, 2015.
Win a $50 dining certificate to Bella Saratoga in Saratoga. Drawing November 9.
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