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🙌 What to do around SJ this weekend (5/11 & 5/12)

Mother's Day brunch spot, craft fairs, and more

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Cindy Liu
May 09, 2024

Welcome back to SJ Weekender. Here’s a roundup of 5 fun things to do in San Jose this weekend. Don’t forget, it’s Mother’s Day this Sunday—and if you need some last-minute ideas, I got you covered.

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🌟 3 Events to Attend

  • When: Sat. (5/11), 12-4 PM

  • Where: Creekside Socials (20 Barack Obama Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110)

  • Price: Free admission (but registration needed); $6 parking available

  • Description: Featuring over 50 Asian-owned small businesses, this craft fair has a little something for everyone. Whether you’re shopping for Mother’s Day or Dog Mom day (both important!), you’ll find unique art, home, and fashion goods. Even if you’re not in the shopping mood, grab some delicious bites from the food trucks and enjoy some free arts & crafts activities. Dog friendly. Reserve a free ticket

  • When: Sat. (5/11), 4-10 PM

  • Where: Arena Green East

  • Price: Free admission

  • Description: Bring your family and friends for a blast at this local market featuring over 30 small business vendors, food trucks, and live DJs. The street soccer tournament will start at 4 PM, and “Encanto” will be shown at 7:45 PM. Plus, there will be a fun kids activities for the little ones!

  • When: Sun. (5/12), 7-8:30 PM (doors open 6:15 PM)

  • Where: Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club (157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087)

  • Price: $25 admission, plus a 2-item minimum per person; free parking

  • Description: Laugh the night away with your mom (or favorite gal in your life) at this neighborhood comedy club. This is a 21+ event, so leave the kids at home! Free parking available in front of the club and in surrounding shopping centers. Buy a ticket

 🚗 1 Place to Visit

  • Where: Montgomery Hill Trail, San Jose, CA 95135

  • Price: Free

  • Description: With sunny skies projected this weekend, it’s a great time to go hiking on this 1.6-mile, moderately easy trail. Enjoy the grassy scenery, wildflowers, and views of Santa Clara valley. Might be a good idea to go in the morning or around sunset since there’s not much shade. Dog friendly.

 🍽️ 1 Restaurant to Try  

  • Where: 2301 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95128

  • Description: Cute modern brunch spot with items like croissant French toasts, chilaquiles, and waffles. Perfect for Mother’s Day or just a little weekend treat. Lines might be long for Mother’s Day weekend, so come prepared!

If there are any cool events coming up that you’re excited about, reply to this email—I’d love to hear about (and maybe feature) it!

See you next week,

Cindy

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