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Milpitas Alumni Groups & Reunions
Milpitas Library Milpitas Elementary Alumni showed up Saturday, January 10, 2009 for the Grand Opening Ceremony of the “New” Public Library In front of the historic Milpitas Grammar School, 160 N. Main St. School Alumni Groups Milpitas, Ayer and Calaveras Alumni Alumni from the city of Milpitas, CA. Milpitas High, Samuel Ayer high, Calaveras High, Rancho Jr. and Randall Jr. When you join the group, announce yourself on the wall by your school, year and maiden name, if needed. If you don’t see your Yearbook cover, post it under the Photo Sections. If you are the “leader” or “Prez” of your Alumni Class, let me know what School and Year…
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Sister Cities of Milpitas, CA
Information, links and videos about our past three sister cities: Dugupan City in the Philippines, Huizhou in China, and Kukizaki, Japan. Commission Sister Cities Commission Founded May 21, 1996. Disbanded in 2018. The Milpitas Sister Cities Commission (SCC) served as an advisory body to the City Council on matters affecting sister cities relationships, programs, and activities. Former Sister Cities. This page will not be updated any longer. Dagupan City, Philippines City Dagupan City Official Site Dagupan has been and will continue to be an attraction to people from all over the region. This is where education, banking, commerce, healthcare and technology coverage to create the region’s foremost urban economy. City…
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Milpitas Moms’ Organizations with Their Kids
Because so many moms work and put their kids in daycare or school, those who chose to stay home with their children can feel isolated. Here are groups for those homeschooling older children, as well as those breastfeeding, or wanting to get out with other moms with toddlers in or near Milpitas, CA. Milpitas-specific Moms and Kids Playgroups Milpitas Homeschool Support We’re a relaxed group, with no bylaws or dues: everything is free or pay as you go. We support all local homeschool families no matter how they choose to homeschool or why. Most families come from Milpitas, or close by in Berryessa (San Jose) or Warm Springs (Fremont) neighborhoods.…
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Recreational Flying
Due to the impact of COVID-19 many of these flying sites have additional restrictions. Learn to fly up and over our mountain ranges on sail planes, hang gliders, paragliding, and even real small planes. We’re a great area for recreational flying. Bay Area Soaring Associates BASA is an organization of Pilots who love to fly in high performance sailplanes. Meetings are held at the Omega Restaurant. Hollister California is our primary location. Our gliders and equipment reside here throughout the winter to take advantage of pre-frontal and post-frontal wave across the various mountain ranges nearby. Mission Soaring Center We think hang gliding is the flyingest flying ever invented, and we…
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Roller Coasters
Milpitas is near enough to four theme parks for day trips to the best roller coasters in the country! All 4 parks are 20 minutes to an hour away during commute hours, faster on weekends and holidays. Roller Coasters Nearby From nearest to furthest… Great America Information about the nine roller coasters at Great America in Santa Clara: Demon, Flight Deck, Gold Striker, Lucy’s Crabbie Cabbies, Patriot, Psycho Mouse, Railblazer, The Grizzly, and Woodstock Express. Includes how tall you have to be to ride each. Driving time from Milpitas town center: about 20 minutes. 6 miles away. 4701 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054 Gilroy Gardens Rides-some coasters This…
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Golf Courses & Mini Golf in Milpitas
Milpitas has two top-notch golf courses up in the hills. Both have restaurants and facilities for large gatherings. For the kids, there’s Golfland for miniature golfing fans. Courses | Learn Golf | Mini Golf Courses Ryan Korn and Erick Schlimmer trading shots in a early March round, 2012. Bay View Golf Club This scenic 18-hole par 72 championship layout will challenge golfers of every level. The Junior Golf Academy Three tiers for all levels. Bay View Academy Invitation program. 1500 Country Club Drive 408-262-8813 Spring Valley Golf Course A top-notch and highly popular public golf facility and restaurant and wedding services. 3441 Calaveras Rd. Book A Tee Time: 408-262-1722 Learn…
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Calaveras – Sierra Rd Loop
We had some snow over the night of January 27-28, 2002, so on the 29th, after the roads were sanded and clear, my son, Scott and I drove up in to the hills above Milpitas and San Jose to get a closer look. We took Piedmont Rd. to Calaveras. Turned right on Felter and went on up into the hills, and then back down again on Sierra Rd. to Piedmont in San Jose once again. It was about an 18 mile drive. Recently, with Covid-19, one of the few things we can do for fun is to take a ride into the country. Here’s one of our favorite. By Ann…
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City Guides Hope Net Users Will See the Sites
In its early days, the Web provided a guide to the far-flung corners of the world — giving avid hikers a glimpse of what it might be like to go bushwalking in Australia, for instance. Then, a new crop of city guides appeared, with information about hiking trails right around the corner and much more, from local news to the latest entertainment listings. The only problem: Few people visited the sites, and merchants were reluctant to advertise there. BY DEBORAH KONG Mercury News Staff Writer Posted at 11:21 a.m. PST Sunday, November 7, 1999 Posted on GoMilpitas.com with permission of the Mercury News. Now, pioneers such as America Online’s Digital…
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San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley Adventure Clubs
Do you believe that outdoor adventure is of huge benefit to our community and society in general? It is our aim to promote community well-being and social cohesion while encouraging healthy lifestyles and environmental awareness. Absolute Adventures GPS Scavenger Hunts, Sailing Regattas, Wine Tasting, Culinary Team Building, Mind-Bending Treasure Hunts and so much more! Bay Area Outdoor Adventure Club The bay area’s only activity club where you can do something different every weekend! Try new sports and get to know other bay area adventurers in a fun Club environment. Outback Adventures A comprehensive outdoor guide service, rental shop, kayak and nordic ski specialty retailer located in Saratoga and Larkspur. Outdoor…
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Samuel Goldwyn’s Silly Quotations
Philosopical Jokes Samuel Goldwyn: Legendary movie producer: (1882-1974) Samuel Goldwyn was known for his misuse of the English language. Here are some of my favorite Goldwynisms: “An oral contract isn’t worth the paper it’s written on.” “Anyone who goes to a psychiatrist ought to have his head examined.” “I had a great idea this morning, but I didn’t like it.” “Gentlemen, include me out.” “A hospital is no place to be sick.” “If I could drop dead right now, I’d be the happiest man alive.” “I read part of it all the way through.” “If I look confused it’s because I’m thinking.” “That’s the trouble with directors. Always biting the…
