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Video Production Groups
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…
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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…
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Milpitas Camera Club
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…
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Milpitas Center Shops & Restaurants
Milpitas Center is one of the older strip malls which has a favorite restaurant, Mil’s Diner, anchoring its corner, and a favorite stop for those cleaning out clutter, GoodWill. Located at the corner of Abbott Ave. and Calaveras Blvd. Shops California Check Cashing Store We offer customers short-term cash solutions along with great customer service in safe, convenient, neighborhood locations. 30 S Abbott Ave. 408-262-2274 T-Mobile Wireless provider offering cell phones, data plans, Internet devices & accessories. 32 S Abbott Ave. 408-719-8136 O’Reily Auto Parts We carry the parts, tools, and accessories you need, as well as offering store services like free battery testing, wiper blade & bulb installation, and…
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Donation Locations in Milpitas During the Holidays
Virtual Family Giving Tree During the holidays, you can donate toys and games for children and food for humans and pets at these Milpitas centers. Family Giving Tree Giving Tree Online Take a card from a tree at one of these places, and purchase specific gift for specific child. Exercise Progression 1766 Clear Lake Ave. Kaiser Permanente – Milpitas 589 Los Coches Street Quantum3D 1759 McCarthy Boulevard Silicon Valley Alliance Church 10 Dempsey Road Tarana Wireless 590 Alder Drive Technology Credit Union 360 Cypress Dr. Touch A Soul 284 South Abel Street Turner Construction 691 South Milpitas Blvd Suite 202 Companies and organizations, large and small, from all over the…
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Grant Writing Help
Below is a list of organizations that provide technical assistance, consulting, classes and research materials in the San Francisco Bay Area. My thanks to the Community Foundation for allowing me to reproduce this information from one of their seminars. Technical Assistance Elements of a Grant Proposal The Corporation for Public Broadcasting evaluates hundreds of proposals each year for a variety of funding purposes. This publication is an easy guide to the basic elements of grant writing and is offered to assist applicants to CPB and to other funding sources. It offers guideposts to help you through each stage of the process. The Peninsula Community Foundation McClellan Library 1700S. El Camino Real San…
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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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Suicide Prevention Resources in Milpitas and Santa Clara County
Health Services in and near Milpitas If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 across the United States: 1-800-273-8255 And as of Saturday, July 16, 2022, a far more easier number to remember, 988. Feeling suicidal? Call the Santa Clara County Suicide Crisis Hotline 24/7 at 1 855-278-4204, or text Renew to 741741. Talk to a trained volunteer counselor. Services are free and confidential. CASSY – Counseling and Support Services for Youth 408-493-5289 544 Valley Way. At Milpitas schools, we provide the following services: Individual, Group & Family Therapy Crisis Intervention & Treatment Suicide…
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Counseling: Help and Support with Problems
Health Services in and near Milpitas Feeling suicidal? Milpitas resources at: Suicide Prevention Resources in Milpitas and SCC Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Handling Stress Suicide Prevention Resources What Trauma Victims Need You to Know Crisis Support In an effort to support your wellness The County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Services Department has developed some information sheets to help you cope effectively during these Covid19 Pandemic times: Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks (English), 03-17-2020 Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks—Taking Care of Children (English), 03-17-2020 Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks (Chinese), 03-17-2020 Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks—Taking Care of Children (Chinese), 03-17-2020 Coping…
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Hobbies & Interests Groups in Milpitas
If you’d like to join with others who have a hobby, talent or interest like you in Milpitas, you’ll find a long list here. Advocacy and Service Arts & Creative Hobbies Charitable Groups Ethnic Organizations Gardening History Kids & Teenagers Neighborhood Associations Resources for Clubs Technical Hobbies Advocacy & Service Graffiti Terminators Become a graffiti terminator and help beautify Milpitas Silicon Valley Women’s Organizations and Resources Whether you are a woman wanting to network with other moms or business women or those of your culture, we have links to women’s organizations for you! Arts & Creative Hobbies Camera Club Meets monthly for a meeting on second Tuesdays, and holds field…
