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Roads & Highways
Find out about road construction plans and delays. Learn what government agencies control these highways. And to relax, enjoy these scenic drives starting in Milpitas, and wandering through our hillsides on backroads. What is Milpitas known for? Milpitas is often called the “Crossroads of Silicon Valley” with most of its 13.63 square miles of land situated between two major freeways (I-880 and I-680), State Route 237, and a County expressway. How far is Milpitas from San Francisco? The distance between Milpitas and San Francisco is 37 miles. The road distance is 45.9 miles, unless you have a boat to sail between Alviso and San Francisco. Construction Governmental Agencies Scenic Drives…
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Organizations and Charitable Groups in Milpitas
Come enjoy belonging and supporting organizations in Milpitas based on your interests and how you want to spend your time helping others. This is the page for adult organizations, charities, and the civic action groups. Organizations by Topic Age Business Civic Action Conservationist Ethnic Health Hobbies & Interests Neighborhoods Unions Age FLY – Fresh Lifelines for Youth Since 1998, FLY, a nonprofit organization designed by troubled teens themselves, has been providing programs for more than 1,000 at-risk and disadvantaged youth, their parents and guardians, and community members. 568 Valley Way. Milpitas Family Help Net The MFHN asks for donations from the community to help those in need. We distribute funds to…
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Thai Cuisine Dining in Milpitas
Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining Thai cuisine is the national cuisine of Thailand. Balance, detail, and variety are of paramount significance to Thai chefs. Thai cooking places emphasis on lightly prepared dishes with strong aromatic components and a spicy edge. Ruby Thai Kitchen This exotic cuisine is exciting, boasting with flavor and frequently chosen as healthy dining alternative by today’s sophisticated consumers. 447 Great Mall Dr. (In Great Mall Food Court.) 408-946-8693 Thai Cafe Restaurant Thai dishes, including noodle soups & a variety of curries, are served in a casual & bright setting. 692 Barber Ln. 408-955-9992 Thaibodia Bistro At Thaibodia, we serve dishes…
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Hawaiian Dining in Milpitas
Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining Island-themed Milpitas restaurants whose menus feature traditional Hawaiian meals and drinks. L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Island-themed fast-food chain whose menu features traditional Hawaiian plate lunches. 273 W Calaveras Blvd. 408-262-5880 Poki Run Facebook Page. Yelp reviews. My favorite spot for a healthy lunch. 119 N. Mipitas Blvd. 408-946-8048 Return to Asian-Pacific Dining in Milpitas
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Social Networking Groups for Milpitas
Find out about local issues and what is trending in Milpitas, California, in the following social networking groups. Connect with others in Milpitas and nearby to talk about our town and its activities. Adding members and friends as of February 4, 2022. Compare to Average Page Views on GoMilpitas.com this past year of 12,063/month Feb 1, 2021-Jan 31, 2022. (144,761 total.) Go Milpitas Group 567 members If you call Milpitas your home, or you spend a lot of time here through work or pleasure, have friends or relatives here, or used to live here, or represent Milpitas in government at higher levels, you are welcome to join! Desi’s in Milpitas…
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Hiking, Running, Walking
Milpitas and Silicon Valley have lots of great places for taking a walk or serious hiking. Here are groups who organize hikes to go together and make friends. Clubs & Organizations Bay Area Hiking And Anything Fun This group is all about having a great time in the company of people with shared interests such as hiking, running, walking, bicycling, and a wide range of other activities and adventures we do together. Bay Area Orienteering Club We’ve gone orienteering with this group for several years now at local parks. Object is, with a map and compass, to locate ‘controls’ and not get lost. Milpitas Jogging & Hiking Club :::…::. A…
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Official Ballot Drop Box and Vote Center Sites in Milpitas
While you MAY mail in the ballot for free, some are concerned that the Post Office may not be to handle the deluge of ballots, some may wish to use a drop box. These are the locations of the ONLY ballot return boxes in Milpitas and in nearby cities. Vote by Mail Ballot Tracking Vote by Mail Ballot Tracking Use this link to find out if your ballot has been received by the Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters. See also Vote Centers in Milpitas to Vote in Person Milpitas Innovation Campus 1331 East Calaveras Boulevard Drive into the west (lower, downhill) parking lot. Follow curb into drop off area. See photo.…
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Music in Milpitas
Whether you wish to learn to play an instrument or sing beautifully, or just come to hear some wonderful music or find a venue to play in, welcome to the world of Milpitas Music! Instrumental Music & Vocalists Live Music Music Lessons Recording Studios Other Silicon Valley Musical Resources Instrumental Music & Vocalists Community Concert Band Schedules and upcoming performances, email list, membership info, performance repertoire and music library. Facebook page. For information, contact Lauri Flynn, 408-586-2778. Manuel Romero Many of us know this fine young Milpitas singer from his rendition of the Star Spangled Banner at the City Hall Grand Opening and such. Milpitas High School Music Program Participation…
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Places of Worship
More than 350 community members attended the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Silicon Valley’s community iftar on June 10, 2017 at Bait-ul-Baseer Mosque in Milpitas. Photo courtesy of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Silicon Valley Some of these may also be groups focus on spiritual awareness, more than worship. Listed alphabetically by religion, then site. While most are in Milpitas, some places of worship are not available in Milpitas for adherents, so I have list the nearest places where Milpitas worshippers tend to go within about 20-30 minutes of city center. Most hold services on Sundays unless otherwise noted. Check sites for up-to-date and detailed information. Many places of worship are continuing to…
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LGBTQ Milpitas
While Milpitas is far from being a city known for its LGBTQ community, as we really have no night life here for anyone, we do have activities and services to serve this part of our community, and most businesses are open and friendly to people of all sorts. Milpitas is proud to be the hometown of Broadway’s Drag Darling Cacophony Daniels. Milpitas Pride Part 1 Broadway’s Drag Darling Cacophony Daniels welcomes you to Milpitas Pride with the song “Perfect Day” from Legally Blonde. Part 2 – Part 3 – Part 4 – Part 5 Milpitas Pride Flag Raising 2020 Avenidas Rainbow Collective Monthly LGBTQ+ social group. We are collaborating with…
