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Drivers Ed
California online driving class, practice tests, and other tips for teens to learn how to get a permit and California drivers license to be allowed to drive. How to apply for a provisional permit if you are under 18 Teen Driver Roadmap Are you age 15 to 17-1/2? Discover the path from learner’s permit to licensed driver and beyond. Here are some driving schools in nearby Silicon Valley cities. The Best 10 Driving Schools in San Jose, CA Learn to drive and qualify for a license in four weekend days. Teen program available. Read reviews in Yelp from students who have taken the driving lessons with each company. Step 2…
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History of Milpitas – 1900s
The Milpitas Monster was filmed in 1975 and 1976 and released to market in 1980, 80 Minutes, Color, Rated PG. Starring: Douglas A. Hagdohl, John “Pop” Kennedy, Scot A. Henderson, Daniel G. Birkhead, Scott Parker, Priscilla House, and William C. Guest. Screenplay by David E. Boston. Music by Robert R. Berry, Jr. Produced and Directed by Robert L. Burrill. Based on a story by David R. Kottas and Robert L. Burrill. Watch the trailer. On January 26, 1954, Milpitas residents incorporated as a city, including the Ford Factory. See what else happened in the 1900s. Milpitas in the 1900s On January 26, 1954, faced with getting swallowed up by a rapidly expanding San…
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Volunteer
Volunteer opportunities and matching services in Milpitas, California, Silicon Valley, and the San Jose and San Francisco Bay Area. Many volunteer groups want you to get a background check and to be fingerprinted. This place is convenient. Tell them you are doing this for a volunteer position, and they will lower the fee. Isha Diagnostics California Corporation Drug & Alcohol, DNA Testing. Live Scan Fingerprinting 1207 S Park Victoria Dr 408-791-6016 Currently Needed Child Advocates of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties Over 400 needy children are on our waitlist for an Advocate. Help a child today. Contact us: info@cadvocates.org 408-416-0400. Reading Partners Silicon Valley Volunteer reading partners help equip…
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Friends of the Milpitas Library Book Sales
The Friends of the Milpitas Library usually hold three 4-day book sales each year. Next Four Day Book Sale: Next 4-day Book Sale May 31 – June 2, 2024 Inside Book Sale The Book Nook behind the accounts desk on the first floor is now open. Milpitas Community Library 160 N. Main St. Extra parking available in the Midtown Garage 120 N. Main St. Thursday is members’-only night. Doors open from 5pm until 8:30pm. Bring your membership card, or purchase a membership at the door. Individual memberships allow 1 person to enter; family memberships allow the entire family to enjoy the booksale. You must be present to hold a place…
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Milpitas Library
Milpitas Library now offering “Library of Things” By Eric Shapiro, November 10, 2023 The Milpitas Library is now the site of a pilot program launched by The Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) called The Library of Things. The idea behind The Library of Things is that it offers borrowers a chance to bring home items other than books, such as kitchen equipment, health and wellness aids, and cool stuff for use by children. All SCCLD library card holders can borrow every “Thing” available in the library. Ask Us: Account Questions, or Ask a Librarian. The Milpitas Community Library Where, When Open, Events, and Phone Number 160 N. Main St.…
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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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Homeschooling – Milpitas Homeschool Support Group
I, Ann Zeise, your GoMilpitas webmaster, also had a very large and popular homeschooling website, A2Z Home’s Cool for over 2 decades. In 2017 I sold it to Time4Learning as the site had become too large for one person to run. I needed “staff.” In 2023 they removed to site from the internet, so I created this archive of the site from the Way Back Machine. Locally, though. I continue to serve homeschool families in my area in California. For those in Milpitas considering homeschooling, check Should we homeschool independently during Covid-19? On Facebook I have a page for Milpitas Homeschool Support – East Side Silicon Valley, California as well as…
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Adult Education, Community Colleges
Schools, classes, colleges and universities offering adult education in Milpitas, Fremont, San Jose and general Silicon Valley area of California. Barbara Lee Senior Center Activism College Admissions Help Community Colleges Emergency Training and Planning ESL – English As A Second Language Research Centers Universities Vocational Next semester enrollment now open at most. Community College in Milpitas San Jose City College Courses at MHS Campus San Jose City College is excited to share with you a great opportunity that gives you free parking and free use of textbooks if you take your classes at Milpitas Extension. Milpitas Extension is a unique collaboration between the Milpitas Unified School District (MUSD) and the San Jose Evergreen Community…
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Newspapers
Stop by here to get the daily news or place a classified advertisement in local Milpitas newspapers: the Beat, The Post & The Union. Milpitas Newspapers GoMilpitas News Archives Current and past news stories on this site. Milpitas Post News stories now a part of the Mercury News, so you will only see a few news stories. To contact the Mercury News, use this page to get to the right department. No longer any physical presence in Milpitas. Ian Bauer was let go. No way to publish your local events or advertisements. Please consider using the GoMilpitas Events listings here for free. Contact me about advertising on GoMilpitas.com. The Milpitas…
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Martial Arts
Develop yourself physically, mentally, spiritually and establish an extraordinary character. Expand your life through the pursuit of Taekwondo of Karate mastery. Blue Dragon Taekwondo Academy We offer a variety of classes tailored to meet the needs of different age groups and training goals. 1485 N Milpitas Blvd. 408-946-1888 Funakoshi Shotokan Karate Association FSKA is a non-political organization with its world headquarters in Milpitas. 1293 South Park Victoria Dr. 408-263-8544 Jung Su Won Martial Arts Academy We have new and exciting content & programs coming soon! 107 Minnis Circle 408-263-5425 Smash gym We have specifically designed our classes for Women, Men, and Children at Smash Gyms Milpitas. We have an amazing…
