• Sports & Recreation

    Ski Northern California nearest Bay Area!

    Updated for the 2024-25 ski season. No, it doesn’t often snow in Milpitas, and never enough to ski, but many love to head to the Northern California slopes near Truckee, Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. Here’s our favorite nearby ski areas within about a 4-hour drive of Silicon Valley or San Francisco. If I missed one, please email me with the URL if you have it. Ski Clubs Blue Angels Next session: Winter 2025. The Blue Angels are offering our youth a ski and snowboard program. The Blue Angels ski program offers 5 Saturday ski trips to Sierra-at-Tahoe for ages 7 to 16, all ability levels. Nearest bus pickup is in Danville at 5:30am.…

  • Travel & Transportation

    Public Transportation – Buses and Light Rail

    How to get in, around and out of Milpitas on VTA buses and Light Rail, and also with BART. (See Intercity Trains.) Access 511.org – Rideshare Ridesharing benefits include access to the Bay Area’s growing network of carpool lanes, free park-and-ride lots, and a host of commute incentives. Accessibility and Paratransit Services in Santa Clara County VTA is committed to providing safe, reliable and convenient bus and light rail service that is accessible to persons with disabilities. Commuter Benefit Solutions Commuter Benefit Solutions is a convenient way for businesses to subsidize their employees’ commute to work by public transit and vanpooling. Discount Fare Card A regional transit discount card program,…

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Video Production Groups

    Video Production in Milpitas

    There are a number of good video production groups and companies in Milpitas. Some are non-profit and some are commercial. The City of Milpitas does have a TV studio, but it has limited production capabilities. DZ Open Lens Productions Dox and I have been working and volunteering with non-profit KMVT15 in Mountain View and have access to their studios for producing educational and community service videos. There is no charge for what we do, but at this time we’re not doing commercial videos. We have several other volunteers who help us when we need larger crews. We welcome any willing to take a TV production training class or two at…

  • Community Matters

    Community Services

    Milpitas community services for those who need some help getting by. Rent-free office space to non-profit service agencies. Advice from Non-Profit Service Providers BBB Wise Giving Alliance Give wisely to charities. Check here to find out how much of your donation really goes to help those in need. For questions about local charities, call the regional office of the Better Business Bureau at 408-278-7400. Charitable Trusts This web site offers information to assist you in evaluating solicitations and choosing wisely when responding to charities and commercial fund-raisers who must register with the Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts and report financial activities annually. Donation Locations Where to drop off your…

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Milpitas Camera Club

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    About the Milpitas Camera Club Photographer Kaz (right) has organized local camera enthusiasts interested in meeting monthly or more often to share photography tips and occasionally go on photographic field trips. Ann Zeise was co-founder. The club was founded in 2004. All are welcome to visit our meetings, and friends of members may go along on field trips. Membership allows you to join competitions and shows, and to get our newsletter and participate in our galleries. Next Meeting: Our meetings are on the second Tuesday of each month and usually held on Zoom, except for special events. Recent Print Show Judging Some definitions for photos entered for judging: General-A and…

  • Shops

    Specialty Clothing Stores in Milpitas

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    Often the malls just don’t carry the kind of clothing or offer the kind a personal alterations you need. That’s when you begin to look for the little specialty clothing shops that will create the outfit you want, such as for a wedding or prom. Milpitas also has some unique ethnic clothing stores, and two stores where you can recycle clothing. COVID-19 Update:Business operations may be affected due to ongoing precautionary measures, please contact the business directly for updated hours and availability. Alterations and Tailoring Bridal Filipino Clothing Stores Indian Clothing Stores Uniforms Used Clothing Stores Alterations and Tailoring Milpitas Alteration Center Yelp reviews. “Manny has been my go-to for…

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Calendars of Events In and Near Milpitas

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    Are you looking for something fun or entertaining or enlightening to do this month? Here are calendars of events from South Bay organizations that list their activities online. Milpitas Calendars ***GoMilpitas Event List*** View numerous events posted on GoMilpitas. Do you have an event you’d like to list? Either email or call our webmaster, Ann Zeise. Community members are invited to submit Milpitas non-profit events open to all in the Go Milpitas Group on Facebook. Big Dog Vineyards Select Events by month. Calendar of Wine Tasting – usually first weekend in warm-weather months – and concerts. Chamber of Commerce Parties, mixers, forums, luncheons and more. City of Milpitas Meetings Calendar…

  • Dining & Food

    Beer and Wine in Milpitas

    Beer and wine shops in Milpitas

    Milpitas has a couple of boutique breweries and wineries. Big Dog Vineyards Located in the East Bay Hills above Silicon Valley, Big Dog Vineyards is a family-owned boutique winery with a focus on small-batch, handmade wines.  Check out our Upcoming Events page to see when your favorite local musicians will be performing next at our venue. You may also purchase our wines with scheduled pickup or shipping; please visit our Ticket page to reserve your seat at our events. 4545 Felter Road 669-244-3645 IBU Taproom & bottle Shop Open with Limited service. Food to go and alcohol to go, too. Close To You In Milpitas With A Great Selection Of…

  • Health Services

    Intimate Partner Violence

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    Reporting Family Violence National Hot Line Has resources to call or chat on this page, as well as a quick exit button, if needed. What to Expect When You Contact Us. Your safety always comes first. Call Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) TTY 1-800-787-3224 Community Solutions We provide critical services for children, teens, adults, and families who are facing times of crisis, ranging from mental health and substance use challenges to domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. We provide services in Santa Clara County and San Benito County. 24-Hour Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking Crisis Line 1-877-END-SADV (1-877-363-7238) Family Violence Unit The Family Violence Unit in Santa Clara County reviews,…

  • Health Services

    Health Advice from Milpitas & Other Local Resources

    Combating COVID-19 with resilience

    Health Services in and near Milpitas Top resources for getting medical health advice from local sources. No political bias. Advice American Red Cross Serving the bustling San Jose metro area, the sprawling tech campuses of Mountain View and Palo Alto and the Santa Cruz mountains, the Silicon Valley Chapter oversees the most populous county in the Bay Area. A dedicated team of staff and volunteers works with community partners, local government and donors to prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters. 2731 North 1st St. San Jose, CA 95134 877-727-6771 The California Patient’s Guide This guide is intended to inform you of your rights to receive quality health care…